I’ve been on a journey to automate my home, and I’m thrilled to share my latest success story! 
After some research, I decided to use a Shelly 2.0 device to automate my Roger garage door opener. The idea was to mimic the functionality of my existing wireless key fob—opening, stopping, and closing the door with just a tap. But let me tell you, it wasn’t as straightforward as I hoped!
Initially, I connected the Shelly to the garage door’s control board, expecting it to work seamlessly. However, I quickly realized that the wiring wasn’t as simple as I thought. The control board had three terminals: open, close, and stop. I wasn’t sure how to wire them correctly without risking damage to the system.
After some trial and error (and a lot of Googling), I figured out that I needed to connect the Shelly to all three terminals to fully control the door. This meant using multiple Shelly units or finding a workaround. I opted for the latter by configuring the Shelly to send specific commands for each action. It took some time, but it finally worked!
Here’s what I learned:
- Read the manual thoroughly: The control board’s wiring diagram was crucial.
- Start small: Test each function individually before integrating them.
- Join online communities: The forums have been invaluable for troubleshooting.
Now, I can control my garage door from my phone, set up automation routines, and even integrate it with my smart speaker. It’s been a fantastic learning experience, and I’m excited to tackle my next automation project! 
If you’re looking to automate your garage door, feel free to reach out—I’d be happy to share more details! 