My Devices

• DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem best for cable internet speed plans up to 1 Gbps
• Two 1 Gigabit Ethernet Ports
• 2 downstream x 2 upstream OFDM DOCSIS 3.1 channels
• 32 downstream x 8 upstream DOCSIS 3.0 bonded channels
• Compatible with Cox, Spectrum, Xfinity and other major US cable internet providers
• Easily setup your modem with the SURFboard Central app

Hardware configuration:

• System Model: Dell Precision 7820 Tower
• OS Name: MS Windows 11 Pro for Workstations
• System: Type x64-based PC
• Processor: Intel(R) Xeon(R) Silver 4214R CPU @ 2.40GHz, 2394 Mhz, 12 Core(s), 24 Logical Processor(s)
• Installed Physical Memory: (RAM) 64.0 GB
• GPU: Nvidia RTX-A4000
• SDD: Fikwot FN501 Pro 2TB NVMe SSD-M.2 2280 PCIe Gen3X4, Up to 3,500MB/s RW speed
• HDD: Seagate Exos x12 12TB SATA 6Gb/s 256MB Cache Enterprise Hard Drive 3.5in (ST12000NM0007)

Main Applications:

• AI Application Development
  • Voice Pipelines
  • Video Processing
  • Picture Processing
  • LLM Testing and Processing
• Home Assistant Development
• App Dev Environment
• Video Editing
• Audio Editing
• Docker Applications

Hardware configuration:

• System Model: Dell Precision 7920 Tower
• OS Name: Ubuntu 23.10
• System: Type x64-based PC
• Processor: 2x XEON GOLD 6226R
• Installed Physical Memory: (RAM) 130.0 GB
• GPU0: Nvidia QUADRO RTX 5000
• GPU1: Nvidia QUADRO GP100
• SDD: 2TB KXG60PNV2T04 NVMe KIOXIA 2048GB

Main Applications:

• AI Application Development
  • Voice Pipelines
  • Video Processing
  • Picture Processing
  • LLM Hosting
  • Web hosting
• App Dev Environment
• Docker Applications

Hardware configuration:

• 2 X 8GB HDD Drives Bays 1 and 2
• 1 X 2GB SDD Drives Bay 3
• 1 X 8GB HDD Drives Bay 5

• AMD Ryzen V1500B 2.2 GHz
• 4 CPU Cores
• 32 GB Memory

Main Applications:

• File sharing and syncing
• Data data backup, local and AWS
• Virtual Machine (Home Assistant)
• Phono Management and AI
• Video Station
• Audio Station
• File Services (Rsync, FTP, SMB)
• Plex Media Server
• Web Station & WordPress
• Docker Applications
  • Mealie
  • NGinx File Server
  • Open Speed Test
  • Portainer
  • Syncthing
  • TasmoAdmin
  • Unifi Controller
  • Glances
  • Youtube Downloader

Dell OptiPlex 7050

• Dell OptiPlex 7050 MFF (Micro Form Factor)
• Dell OptiPlex 7050 Micro, 1x Intel Core i7 Quad (i7-6700T) 2.80 GHz, 16 GB RAM, 128 GB HDD, No Optical, Intel Integrated Graphics.
• Added Crucial BX500 1TB 3D NAND SATA 2.5-Inch Internal SSD, up to 540MB/s – CT1000BX500SSD1
• Ordered refurbished, without operating system or software – using Home Assistant Operating System

Specifications

• Volts 120/240
• 1 phase
• 60 Hz
• 200 Amps
• Honeywell Generac
  20KW/999 HNYWL+200A SE T/S AL
  Model: G0070632

• Service Rated Automatic Transfer Switch
• Generac RXSW200A3 200 Amp
• Model: 100000011751

• Connects to Emporia over 2.4GHz WiFi
• Monitors electricity use/generation 24/7
• Collects granular, 1-second energy data
• Monitors voltage for real power metrics
• Tracks how much energy is being used on each circuit
• Manage energy use and generation mobile app
• Integration with Home Assistant
• Receive actionable recommendations

Generator monitoring and control capabilities:

• MQTT integration Home Assistant
• Maintenance, Start / Stop and Alarm Logs
• Generator warnings and faults
• Power Outage Information
• Generator Service Information
• Generator Exercise Automation and Control
• Generator Operation Information
• Ability to start, stop, exercise the transfer switch
• Fuel consumption
• Service Journal for logging maintenance, repair, etc
• Backup configuration files
• Display Generator Controller Information

Battery Backup & Surge Protection

• 10 total outlets including 5 surge only and 5 battery backup + surge
• Battery backup keeps devices running during brief outages and provides power for safe shut down
• Surge and data line protection safeguards against sudden power surges or spikes
• Automatic Voltage Regulation corrects minor fluctuations without switching to battery power
• USB ports charge smartphones, tablets and other mobile accessories
• Intelligent multifunction LCD panel displays system status and battery information

• 16-Channel PoE NVR for 24/7 Continuous Recording
• Support up to 12MP
• Power over Ethernet
• 16-Channel
• 3TB HDD Built-in
• Motion Detection
• Person / Vehicle Detection on supported cameras
• Home Assistant integration

• 5MP PoE IP Camera
• Person/Vehicle Alerts
• Power over Ethernet
• 100ft Night Vision*
• Motion Detection
• Audio Recording

• 5MP PoE IP Camera
• Power over Ethernet
• 100ft Night Vision*
• IP66 Waterproof
• Motion Detection
• Audio Recording

• 4MP PoE IP Camera
• Power over Ethernet
• 100ft Night Vision*
• IP66 Waterproof
• Motion Detection
• Audio Recording

• 5MP PoE IP Camera
• 4X Optical Zoom
• Power over Ethernet
• 100ft Night Vision*
• IP66 Waterproof
• Motion Detection

• Wired and wireless door, window, and motion sensors
• Camera motion detection and alarms
• Smoke alarms and relay triggers
• Security alarms and triggers
• Voice, and mobile controls
• Family mobile device presence detection
• Noonlight monitoring service
• Home Assistant automations
  • Arming home, away, disarm
  • Provide voice and mobile notifications
  • Turn-on and off lights – red alerts
  • Summons noonlight service

I initiatially integrated a Konnected interface board with my Honeywell alarm system. I found this method proved more complicated, difficult to maintain, and less reliable. I’ve now fully replaced system with the Konnected Alarm Panel Pro. It is fully integrated with Home Assistant, utilizes my existing wired sensors and alarms, and allows voice integration as well. 24/7 smartphone monitoring and optional integration with Noonlight.

• Switches connected device power when a smoke/heat interconnect signal is received
• Internal power Supply for pull station comparability controls and connects auxiliary warning devices
• Used with multiple station alarms and detectors use with Kidde fyrnetics devices only
• Kidde SM120X – Interconnect Accessories Smoke Relay Module: 408-SM120X – Smoke Relay Module

• Supports 1 SIP profile through a single FXS port and a single 10/100Mbps port
• TLS and SRTP security encryption technology to protect calls and accounts
• Automated provisioning options include TR-069 and XML config files
• Supports 3-way voice conferencing
• Failover SIP server automatically switches to secondary server if main server loses connection
• Supports T.38 Fax for creating Fax-over-IP
• Supports a wide range of caller ID formats
• Use with Grandstream’s UCM series of IP PBXs for Zero Configuration provisioning
• Supports advanced telephony features, including call transfer, call forward, call-waiting, do not disturb, message waiting indication, multilanguage prompts, flexible dial plan and more

The SmartCode touchscreen smart lock with Home Connect technology enables the lock to wirelessly communicate with other devices and automations in home via Home Assistant. Features include:

• Remotely check the door lock status, lock or unlock the door and receive notifications.
• Manage up to 30 your personalized codes
• Features patented SecureScreen technology to prevent code detection from fingerprints on the touchscreen.
• Operates on 4 AA batteries.
• Can be locked or unlocked by using the keypad or key from the outside as well as the turn button from the inside.
• Featuring SmartKey Security, which protects against advanced break-in techniques and allows you to re-key your lock yourself in seconds
• ANSI/BHMA grade 2 certified
• Keypad stays lit for 30 seconds after inactivity
• Lifetime mechanical and finish warranty, 1 year electronics warranty

• 1x3W mono output via terminal screws
• 1 3W on-board speaker
• 1 Micro USB charging port with built in serial programming and charging
• Auto loader circuit
• 1 battery charging port (battery not included)
• 1 charging battery led
• 1 mems microphones
• 1 buttons
• 1 programmable RGB leds (WS2812)
• 1 18650 battery Battery level sensor
• Dimension : 10x5x1 cm

Project References:

• https://forum.raspiaudio.com/t/squeezelite-esp32-muse-proto-home-assistant/423
• https://esphome.github.io/media-players/

• Home Assistant integration and remote
• Long-range Wi-Fi® performance streaming
• Share videos, photos, & music with Amazon Services
• Alexa commands from remote
• Voice remote with TV controls

• Home Assistant integration and remote
• Long-range Wi-Fi® performance streaming
• Share videos, photos, and music with Apple AirPlay
• Convenient voice search
• Voice remote with TV controls

This TV is in the bonus room and is used for gaming and workout. Offers Home Assistant integration and casting.

The BroadLink RM4 Pro is a universal remote that can be configured to control devices that use an IR or RF remote control. Using the BroadLink app on a mobile device, you can send commands to those devices. I use teh Home Assistant integration with the BroadLink RM4 Pro to send commands to my Sony TV through Home Assistant (or any associated automations or voice commands).

Also used to control outdoor kitchen blinds.

Same as above with only IR capability, but smaller, nicer looking, and only $15. I use it to send commands to my Samsung TV through Home Assistant (or any associated automations or voice commands).

Gaming console for next generation of gaming in the bonus room. Integration with Home Assistant.

• Office

• Garage
• Marian’s Bedroom
• Office
• Outdoor Kitchen

• Master Bathroom
• Kids Bathroom

• Family Room

• Family Room

• Master Bedroom

• Family Room L Surround
• Family Room R Surround

• 2 channel Sunbuck Bluetooth stereo amplifier receiver
• 180W/90W x 2 P.M.P.O (Peak Music Power Output)
• FM Radio receiver
• USB/SD card Bluetooth inputs
• RCA(R, L) audio input for tuner, CD player, tape deck,
• LCD display helps you set different mode more conveniently.
• Previous, next, play/pause controls
• Rotary knob controls for input, bass, treble, and master volume

Power strip used in office to control audio, monitors, laptop peripherals, and USB powered devices. Integrated with Home Assistant using the Tuya integration. Equipped with 4 smart AC outlets and 4 USB charging port.

5-in-1 with Wi-Fi®: Print / Copy / Scan / Fax / Photo office printer. Integration with Home Assistant.

Wall Mount

Magic Home Integration

Magic Home Integration

Under Cabinet Mount

• Vacuum and mop simultaneously
• Precision PreciSense™ LiDAR #D mapping
• Combined Dustbin and Water Tank with 470 ml Dustbin and 350 ml water capacity
• Driven by a large 5200mAh Li-ion powerhouse, Q7 Max+ can clean non-stop for up to 3 hours5 on a single charge
• No-Go Zones and Invisible Walls
• Programmable routines
• Speak to command with Alexa, Siri, and Google home
• Setup
  • Must be on same network
  • Must use Mi Home App
  • Download custom vacuum cards

• Garage Door / Gate Status Monitoring (video feature optional)
• Remotely operation of garage doors and gates from mobile
• Notifications for garage door / gate events
  (open, close or left open)
• Access management: grant or deny access to your guests
• Set time frames for guests to access the garage
• Visual and auditive warning system for remote operation

• Home Assistant Integration
• 8 zones (7 when using Master Valve)
• Cloud independent by design
• Weather aware smart Wi-Fi irrigation sprinkler controller
• Adjusts watering time based on weather
• Location based weather forecast (NOAA, MetNo, Wunderground and Netatmo)
• Freeze control & heat wave protection
• Onboard Rain Sensor connector
• WIFI: USB 802.11N, 2.4Ghz, US/Japan/EU
• AC Input: 24VAC, 50/60Hz, 750mA (adapter included)
• Model number: SPK2-8

D1Mini Light Controller

D1Mini Light Controller

ESPHome Project Directions

The H801 5 channel LED controller that is easy adapt to your needs. It can be found on AliExpress Here is an article about the hardware for those who have an interest for more details about the board. It can be used as a RGB, RGBW, RGB dual white or even control 5 individual monochromatic strips if you want or combinations of these. Flash ESPHome, WLED, or Tasmota firmware for integration into Home Assistant.

Project Directions

10pcs SN74HCT244N DIP20 HD74HCT244P DIP DIP-20 74HCT244N SN74HCT244 74HCT244 original and new IC Chipset

ESP8266 ESP-01 ESP-01S WS2812 RGB LED Controller Module for Arduino IDE WS2812 Light Ring Smart Electronic DIY with esp-01

50x70mm 2 Layers,Thickness:1.6 mm, Finished Copper:1,Surface Finish: HASL with lead

• Z-Wave
• Home Assistant Integration
• Initially was Fireplace Control. Replaced with ESP01

• Z-Wave
• Motion Activated
• Home Assistant Integration
• Used in my garage and network closet

• Z-Wave Network Controller

iBlinds is a simple Z-Wave Plus motor used to automate your existing window blinds. Control any 2-2 ½ inch corded lift horizontal blinds in your home or office. Set a scheduled to open at sunrise and close at sunset, use voice control with Amazon Alexa and Google Home or manually control a single blind, or a group of them, from home or anywhere in the world with Z-Wave integration to Home Assistant.

• Set specific times or open and close at sunrise and sunset or follow the sun with Home Assistant templates
• Control with Voice, Smart Phone, Tablet or Z-Wave Remote
• Toggle the blinds open and closed using the easy access Charge Adapter button
• Z-Wave parameters to configure the blind motor direction, speed, and more
• Built with the new Z-Wave 700 series module. S2 security, longer wireless range and faster speed

Motion Sensor Light Switch

This dual purpose vacancy and occupancy wall switch sensor provides management of lighting and a choice of either Manual-On (Vacancy Sensor) or Automatic-On (Occupancy Sensor) switching. It is not connected to the network and and therefore cannot be used as a sensor for the home automation platform. It is used in one closet and and the laundry room in my home.

Cloud Connected Light Switch

This cloud-connected in-wall switch has an integration with Home Assistant and has it’s own mobile application called Kasa. Works great, but it is not my preferred option because it is not local. Needs Neutral Wire, 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Light Switch Works with Alexa and Google Home, UL Certified, No Hub Required.

This is currently a computer for experimentation and is a network speed appliance. This device is targeted as a hub in the outdoor kitchen to control all of the following:

• Smoker temperature control
• Possible Smoker control display
• Grill temperature display
• Possible grill temperature control
• Bluetooth mesh hub
• Bluetooth meat temperature probe monitor
• Possible LED controls

ESP-WROOM-32 ESP32 ESP-32S NodeMCU WiFi WLAN CP2102 ESP32-WROOM-32 IoT 2-in-1 2.4GHz Dual-Mode WiFi + Bluetooth Dual Cores Microcontroller Processor Compatible with Arduino IDE

D1Mini Light Controller

D1Mini Light Controller

10pcs SN74HCT244N DIP20 HD74HCT244P DIP DIP-20 74HCT244N SN74HCT244 74HCT244 original and new IC Chipset

NFC Reader integrated with Homeassistant through ESPHome. Allows reader of NFG Tags (cards, keyfobs, and rings) to be swiped and trigger automations specific to a location or room.

• Support NFC RFID reading and writing, P2P communication with peers
• Support I2C, SPI and HSU (High Speed UART)
• On-board level shifter, standard 5V TTL for I2C and UART, 3.3V TTL SPI
• RFID reader/writer supports: Mifare 1k, 4k, Ultralight, and DesFire cards, ISO/IEC 14443-4 cards such as CD97BX, CD light, Desfire, P5CN072 (SMX), Innovision Jewel cards such as IRT5001 card, FeliCa cards such as RCS_860 and RCS_854
• Datasheet

• White high quality blank NTAG215 cards, the size of round NFC sticker is 25 mm in diameter
• Glossy finish and waterproof pvc material, can be placed outdoors or near water without the risk of losing functionality.
• 215 chip has a 504-byte usable memory size, read-write lock function; data can be stored in more than 10 years;
• NFC-enabled phones and devices; daily using for sharing contact info, business card, URL, text, security, authentication purposes, etc.
• Each NFC card is read/write ready and easy to program.

• A, B, C, D four-phase LED indicates the status of the stepper motor work.
• 5 line 4 phase can be used for ordinary ULN2003 chip driver, connect to the 2 phase , support the development board，With convenient use, direct docking.
• Voltage: DC 5V; Phase: 4 phase 5 wire; Reduction Ratio: 1/64, The stepper motor with a standard interface, can directly plug and easy to use.
• High step accuracy and resolution. low vibration and noise, Stable and reliable performance, high efficiency; Excellent quality and long service life.
• Widely used on fan, warm air blower, electric heaters, burn oven, stage lighting equipment, microwave oven, lighting, Christmas gifts and other kinds of electrical appliances.

• MG90S is equivalent to the metal tooth plate of SG90.
• Servo can rotate approximately 180 degrees (90 in each direction)
• This MG90S Micro Servo has metal gears

• Records food temperatures accurately within 1.8°F/1°C in 1 second with a total working range of 32°F-302°F.
• Four 304 food grade stainless steel probes allow you to monitor multiple food temperatures.
• Remote monitoring – from anywhere with Home Assistant
• Immediate notification on your phone once the food temperatures are out of your preset range.
• Food temperature suggestions for beef, turkey, pork, or lamb, we have plenty of preset food temperatures at various doneness levels on the Govee Home App.
• Detailed Temperature Charts: Each cooking thermometer probe records temperature changes for 2 hours.

• Product Name : Thermocouple;
• Type : K Type;
• Temperature Range : 0-400C(32-752F)
• Probe Diameter : 5mm;
• Probe Length : 100mm (No Included Flexible Section);
• Internal Insulation : Fibreglass;
• External Shielding : Metal Shield;
• Wire Length : 2M
• Fork Terminal Spacing : 4.1mm;
• Color : Silver

• Module Properties: non-isolated buck;Rectification: synchronous rectification
• Input voltage: 4.75V-23V;Output voltage: 1.0V-17V
• Output Current: lowering the value of 3A, long 1.8A
• Conversion efficiency: 96% (maximum);Switching Frequency: 340KHz
• Applied to DIY portable source, vehicle power supply, communication equipment power supply, aero model.etc
• Conversion efficiency: 96% (maximum);Switching Frequency: 340KHz;Output ripple: 30mV (no-load)
• Load regulation: ±0.5%;Voltage regulation: ±2.5%

• Voltage converters are used to bring 4.75V-23V input power down to 3 or 5 volts needed for microprocessors.

• Wired magnetic door/windows contact can be added to wireless/wired Alarm Systems.
• Connect to wired alarm control panel, GND (Positive) Connect with NC(Negative)
• Gap between 2 pieces more than 15mm, less than 25mm.
• White color make home great and beautiful. Anti-fire ABS material.
• NO means Normally Open

• The module has 2 outputs: AO, analog output, real-time output microphone voltage signal; DO, when the sound intensity reaches a certain threshold, it outputs high and low level signals, [threshold-sensitivity can be adjusted by potentiometer]
• There are 3mm mounting screw holes, which are powered by a 5v DC power supply.
• There is an analog output with a threshold flip level output.
• There is a power indicator and the comparator output has an indicator.

• This Ceramic Piezo Vibration Piece Sensor buffers a piezoelectric transducer that responds to strain changes by generating a measurable output voltage change which is proportional with the strength of vibration. So you can know the extent of vibration. Different from digital vibration sensor that only accounts times, this analog one can tell extent of vibration.
• Working Voltage: 3.3V or 5V. Working Current: 1mA. Interface Type: Analog Output.
• Connect controller’s analog port A0 in accordance with the procedure, then observe the output value of serial port when the vibration degree is different, it can realize interactive works related to the vibration.

110VAC gas ignition transformer unit+spark plug high power output gas ignition controller gas igniter for burner and heater

MP-4 model with advanced planar construction is comprised of heater and metal oxide semiconductor material of subminiature Al2O3 ceramic plate, fetch out electrode down-lead, encapsulation in metal base and cap. When the target gas exists , The sensor’s conductivity is more higher along with the gas concentration rising. Use simple electrocircuit, convert change of conductivity to correspond output signal of gas concentration. It is widely used in domestic gas leakage alarm, industrial flammable gas alarm and portable gas detector.

References

• Components101
• DIYIoT

Note: The above figure shows the basic test circuit of the MP-4 sensor. The sensor requires two voltages to be applied: heater voltage (VH) and test voltage (VC). The VH is used to provide a specific operating temperature for the sensor, either DC or AC. The VRL is the voltage across the load resistor (RL) of the sensor in series. VC is the voltage for testing the load resistor RL and requires a DC power supply.

• This module is only USB-to-serial module is only responsible for converting the USB interface to fit ESP8266 module serial
• Knowledge of all aspects of WiFi module relevant information please consult ESP8266 use
• The main purpose is to facilitate this transition board ESP8266 connected PC via the serial port.

• Lens L (60-240x) for Soldering and Repairing
• Lens A (18-720x), can be used to observe whole coins or parts, plants, stones, etc.
• Lens D (1800-2040x), can be used to observe biological slides.
  Ultra high definition 2160P Video Record, while supporting HDMI output to a larger screen, allows you to see a more microscopic world and free your eyes all the time.
  
• Professional measurement software. you can easily connect the microscope to your Windows PC to measure the length of objects, calculate the area, take photos, videos, etc.
  
• Adjustable LEDs. A total of eight intensity levels of LED lights can meet your different requirements for image brightness.
• Wireless Remote Control. It is convenient for you to operate from a long distance and supports functions such as image discoloration and digital zoom.