Hello everyone, I wanted to share my recent project to create a gradual wake-up experience in my bathroom. I’ve always been fascinated by how technology can enhance daily routines, and this idea came to life after a visit to an office with similar lighting. The goal was to have the lights turn on at a low level when triggered by motion and gradually increase to full brightness over a couple of seconds.
Here’s how I approached it: I have a Tasmotized Martin Jerry dimmer switch in the bathroom, which I knew could handle the dimming functionality. The challenge was figuring out the best way to trigger the gradual increase. I considered using Node-RED for its flexibility in handling flows, but I’m also open to other suggestions if anyone has a more efficient method.
I set up the motion sensor to detect movement, which then sends a signal to the dimmer. The dimmer starts at 10% brightness and increments by 10% every half second until it reaches full brightness. It’s a simple yet effective setup that makes mornings a bit more comfortable.
I’d love to hear how others have tackled similar projects or if there are improvements I could make to this setup. Whether it’s through different automation tools or alternative hardware, I’m all ears!
Cheers,
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