I’ve been on a journey to automate my garage door using Shelly devices, and I’m thrilled to share my success story! 
The Challenge:
I wanted to automate my Craftsman garage door opener, which uses a security+ v1 protocol. Initially, I faced issues with incomplete packet errors when using the ratgdo integration. After some research, I realized my board’s pin configuration didn’t match the mqtt version requirements. I switched to the esphome version of ratgdo and carefully followed the wiring guide to ensure compatibility.
The Solution:
I connected the Shelly Plus 1 and AddOn directly to the garage door’s terminals, using the existing wiring setup. After some trial and error, I configured the Shelly devices to trigger the garage door using Node-RED. The key was ensuring the correct GPIO pins were used and setting up the automation rules properly.
The Outcome:
Now, I can control my garage door seamlessly through Home Assistant! Whether I’m opening it remotely or setting up routines, everything works like clockwork. It’s amazing how a bit of troubleshooting and persistence can turn a manual process into a fully automated one.
Tips for Others:
- Always double-check your device compatibility and pin configurations before diving into coding.
- Use Node-RED for complex automations—it’s incredibly powerful and user-friendly.
- Don’t hesitate to reach out to the community for help; forums like this are goldmines of knowledge!
I’m so excited to continue exploring the possibilities with my Shelly setup. If you’re looking to automate your garage door, give it a try—you won’t regret it! 
