I wanted to share my recent success in integrating my Vornado Transom window fan with Home Assistant. After some research and trial and error, I managed to set up a seamless automation that allows me to control the fan directly from Home Assistant using Alexa routines. Here’s how I did it:
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Initial Setup: I purchased the Vornado Transom fan, which is Alexa-enabled. I paired it with my Alexa account and ensured it was recognized in the Alexa app.
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Creating a URL Routine Trigger: I used the ‘URL Routine Trigger’ skill from Amazon to create a virtual button that triggers specific actions in Home Assistant. This involved setting up two triggers—one for turning the fan on and another for turning it off.
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Configuring Home Assistant: I added the necessary REST commands to my
configuration.yamlfile to enable communication between Home Assistant and the URL Routine Trigger. This allowed me to send commands to the fan via the virtual buttons created in the previous step. -
Setting Up Automations: I created automations in Home Assistant that link the virtual buttons to the fan’s on/off states. For example, pressing the ‘On’ button in the Alexa app sends a REST command to Home Assistant, which then triggers the fan to turn on.
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Testing and Fine-Tuning: I tested the setup thoroughly to ensure everything worked smoothly. I also explored the possibility of adding more complex automations, such as adjusting the fan’s speed or direction, but decided to keep it simple for now.
This integration has been a great addition to my smart home setup, and I’m excited to see how I can expand on it in the future. A big thank you to the Home Assistant community for all the resources and support that made this possible!