I recently upgraded my home heating and cooling system and decided to integrate the Shelly Wall Display to control my underfloor heating and fan coil units. My setup includes a Viessmann Vitocal 111-S heat pump and Innova fan coil units built into the wardrobes. I wanted to know if the Shelly Wall Display could control these systems separately and group them based on the room they are in. After some research and reaching out to the community, I found that it’s possible to set up the Shelly Wall Display in each room to manage the heating and cooling systems effectively. This integration with Home Assistant (HA) has been a bonus, allowing me to control everything from a single interface.
However, I also encountered some challenges, such as the sensor output display inconsistency. Initially, my solar panel power readings were sometimes in watts and sometimes in kilowatts, depending on the output. I looked into using if statements in the sensor template to make the readings consistent. After some trial and error, I managed to adjust the configuration to display the power consistently in either watts or kilowatts, which was a great achievement.
Another interesting topic I came across was the idea of using different ports for HA. I was curious if it’s possible to use a port other than 443, especially since my 443 port is occupied by another application. The community provided some insights, but I’m still exploring this further.
I also stumbled upon a post about manually overriding the state of a lock sensor. It made me realize how important it is to have flexibility in the system. I can imagine scenarios where manually overriding a sensor could be crucial, and it’s reassuring to know that the community is always ready to help troubleshoot such issues.
On a lighter note, I saw some colorful DIY projects that were both relaxing and creative. It reminded me that smart home automation doesn’t have to be all about technology—it can also include fun, handmade decorations and gadgets.
Overall, my journey with integrating the Shelly Wall Display and exploring various smart home features has been both challenging and rewarding. The support from the community has been invaluable, and I’m excited to continue learning and improving my setup.