Hey everyone, I’ve been diving into optimizing my Zigbee network and wanted to share some insights and experiences!
First, I’ve been using the Homey Pro for my smart home setup, and it’s been a fantastic hub for my Zigbee devices. However, I’ve noticed that as I add more battery-operated devices like thermometers and switches, maintaining a stable network has become a bit tricky. I stumbled upon an article about re-configuring the Zigbee network by removing and re-adding battery-operated devices, and I’m curious if this could help improve stability. Does anyone have experience with this method? Is the Zigbee network self-healing, or do we need to manually optimize it from time to time?
Another topic I’ve been exploring is presence detection. I’ve been using the TR064 protocol with my Fritzbox for detecting devices on my network, but I’m looking into alternative methods now that I’ve upgraded to openHAB 3. I’ve heard that Homey has some great features for presence detection, and I’m wondering if anyone has successfully set this up without relying on traditional methods. Any tips or tricks would be appreciated!
On a lighter note, I’ve recently added some Govee LED strips under my desk and bed, and they’ve completely transformed my workspace! The customizable colors and smooth transitions make it feel like a tech sanctuary. I’m now eyeing the Allure floodlights for my outdoor setup and can’t wait to see how they’ll enhance my backyard during the evenings. If anyone has tips on setting up outdoor lighting, I’d love to hear them!
Lastly, I’ve been experimenting with integrating some custom scripts into my openHAB setup. For instance, I’ve written a PHP script to detect network devices and use it as a presence sensor. It’s been a fun challenge, and I’m excited to see how I can expand this further. If anyone has similar projects or advice, feel free to share!
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts and experiences! Let’s keep the smart home magic flowing!