I’ve been working on a unique Zigbee setup for my roller shutters, and I wanted to share my experience in case it helps others facing similar challenges. My goal was to control outdoor roller shutters using indoor push buttons without relying on a Zigbee gateway, especially since I only have a 3-wire installation between the motor and the buttons.
The Setup
I decided to use two NodOn SIN-4-RS-20 modules—one indoors and one outdoors. Here’s how I wired them:
- Indoor Module: Connected to the Siemens Delta push buttons. The I-up and I-down ports are linked to the buttons, while M-up and M-down are unused.
- Outdoor Module: Directly connected to the roller shutter motor via M-up and M-down. The I ports are unused.
The Solution
The key was to establish a direct Zigbee binding between the two modules. By configuring the indoor module to send Zigbee events to the outdoor module, I ensured that pressing the buttons would trigger the motor without relying on the gateway. This setup worked seamlessly after a few adjustments in Zigbee2MQTT.
Key Takeaways
- Wiring Precision: Double-check your connections to ensure the correct ports are used for inputs and outputs.
- Zigbee Binding Configuration: Spend time in your Zigbee software to ensure the modules are properly paired and communicating directly.
- Testing: After setup, test each button to confirm the motor responds correctly.
This solution not only resolved my issue but also opened my eyes to the versatility of direct Zigbee bindings for creative automation projects. If anyone has questions or needs help replicating this setup, feel free to reach out!
Happy automating! 