As a new homeowner diving into the world of smart devices, I’ve recently installed five Aqara SRTS-A01 thermostatic valves to regulate heating in my home. The setup has been working well, allowing me to control temperatures remotely and integrate with my Zigbee network. However, I’ve noticed that the battery life on these valves is shorter than expected, which is a bit concerning given how frequently they’re used.
I typically adjust the temperature twice a day and use an outdoor temperature sensor for regulation. Despite these adjustments, the batteries in the valves drain faster than I anticipated. Upon checking Zigbee2MQTT, I noticed that the valves are updating more frequently than necessary, which likely contributes to the battery drain.
To address this, I’ve tried adjusting the ‘min rep interval’ setting on Zigbee2MQTT to reduce the frequency of updates. However, this setting applies to individual attributes, and the valves have multiple attributes, making it tricky to apply the change uniformly. I’m wondering if there’s a way to adjust this setting across all attributes at once or if there’s a more efficient configuration to optimize battery life without compromising functionality.
Has anyone else encountered similar issues with the Aqara SRTS-A01 valves? I’d appreciate any tips or tricks to extend the battery life and ensure smooth operation. Your insights would be invaluable as I continue to refine my smart home setup. Thanks in advance for your help!