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Tuya Convert 2.3 Update | Flash Tuya Smartlife Devices | No Soldering! | Remove the cloud | Custom Firmware

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The 2.3 refresh of the Tuya Convert process with a few additional features such as the Tuya Donor, custom bin file menu, start with ESPHome, update Tasmota, etc.  Flash all your devices without any soldering or opening of devices!  This process allows you to flash your previously locked out devices that wouldn't flash before on the original version of Tuya Convert.  TC will convert both older and newer firmware devices automatically.  Use your Raspberry Pi, Linux PC, Proxmox, etc to unlock all the amazing features of open source firmware.  Protect your privacy and data and keep it in your home.

Parts List
Raspberry Pi 4 or Pi 3
32gb Micro SD Card
Fliirc Case (optional: great RPi heat sink case)
Wemos D1 Mini (optional)

Tuya based favorites
Aoycocr Plugs in Video
Martin Jerry Dimmer
Martin Jerry Switch
4 pack Smart Plugs
Aoycocr Switch 3 LED
Lohas Smart Light 4 pack
and many more

Zemismart downlights
Zemismart downlight (Amazon)

Links
Raspbian Buster Lite Link - https://www.raspberrypi.org/downlo…
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Update of digiDIM Tasmota Bins 8.1.0.1

For the folks using the awesome Martin Jerry SD-01 and Tessan/Acenx MJ-SD02 dimmers, I've updated the fork to 8.1.0.1.  Keep in mind due to the settings layout of 8.x of Tasmota, if you need to downgrade below 7.2 you will need to serial flash.

More info on setup/flashing to be found here.

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Amcrest PTZ Speed Dome Camera - 12x Optical Zoom - Integrated with Home Assistant and Blue Iris

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The Amcrest 1080P Pan Tilt Zoom Security Camera with 12x optical zoom. POE+, WiFi, and 4MP models available. The optical zoom and the ability to zoom into dark areas and see is pretty impressive. Utilizing the HomeAssistant streaming integration you can also control the camera via automations with all local control commands and RTSP & ONVIF.Models1080P POE+ IP2M-853EW
4MP POE+ IP4M-1053EW
1080P WiFi IP2M-858W
Home Assistant Integration - https://www.home-assistant.io/integrations/amcrest/ Amcrest Firmware - https://amcrest.com/firmwaredownloadsProducts We Use/Recommend Amazon US - https://amzn.to/2YZNDeO Amazon UK - https://amzn.to/2TnG2R4 Amazon CA - https://amzn.to/2HchPZeCome chat with us! Discord - https://discord.gg/bNtTF2v Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/digiblurDIY #Amcrest Camera Models IP2M-853EW IP2M-858W IP4M-1053EW Links to products provided through the Amazon Affiliate program.
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Sonoff iFan03 Install with Complete Fan Speed Control

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Utilizing two dimmers in a 3 way configuration or even a standard 2 way, you can control the iFan03 with full speed and light control from the wall.  You also get visual and audio representation of the fan speeds and not to mention the remote still works!

Products Used
Sonoff iFan03
Martin Jerry Dimmer
Acenx Alternate Faceplate Dimmer
iFan03 (Aliexpress)

5uF Capacitors (10 pcs)
5uF Capacitors (2 pcs)
Links provided by eBay Partner Network.
Yes the caps fit without modifying the board or case! See below for pics.

Tuya-Convert Process - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dyUyewiKpRA
Martin Jerry Dimmer Fork and Setup - https://github.com/digiblur/Tasmota
Smart Bulb Project Mentioned - http://www.hackspace.io/?p=327

If you use the below rules with the "if" commands, a Tasmota bin compiled with Expressions/If commands is required.  I've compiled one here on my Github page.  Download bin

Rules (iFan03)

Rule1 on fanspeed#data=0 do backlog buzzer 1,5 ; publish cmnd/fandims/dimmer 0 endon
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How to Control Smart Light Color and Brightness with a Dimmer - Tasmota Tips Episode 5

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You heard right! We show you how to use a wall mounted dimmer to control your smart lights! This gives you the best of both worlds. You can also change the color temperature too with long press actions.

Products Used
Lohas RGB+CT Lights
MJ Dimmer

Optional Bench Power Tester
Tuya-Convert Process - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dyUyewiKpRA

Sample Rules
rule2 on power1#state do publish cmnd/lohastest_new/power %value% endon
         on dimmer#state do publish cmnd/lohastest_new/dimmer %value% endon

rule1 on switch3#state=2 do dimmer + endon
         on switch2#state=2 do dimmer - endon
         on switch2#state=3 do publish cmnd/lohastest_new/ct - endon
         on switch3#state=3 do publish cmnd/lohastest_new/ct + endon

rule1 on switch3#state=2 do dimmer + endon
         on switch2#state=2 do dimmer - endon
         on switch2#state=3 do publish cmnd/lohastest_new/ct 153 endon
         on switch3#state=3 do publish cmnd/lohastest_new/ct 500 endon

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Tuya Convert 2 - Flash Tuya Smartlife Devices - No Soldering - Remove the cloud with Tasmota ESPHome

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Welcome back to flashing your devices without any soldering or opening of devices!  Flash Smart switches, plugs, lights, sockets and more with ease!  This process allows you to flash your previously locked out devices that wouldn't flash before on the original version of Tuya Convert.  TC will convert both older and newer firmware devices automatically.  Use your Raspberry Pi, Linux PC, Proxmox, etc to unlock all the amazing features of open source firmware.  Protect your privacy and data and keep it in your home.

Raspbian Buster Lite Download - https://www.raspberrypi.org/downloads/raspbian/
Etcher Link - https://www.balena.io/etcher/
Putty Link - https://www.chiark.greenend.org.uk/~sgtatham/putty/latest.html

Parts List
Raspberry Pi 3
32gb Micro SD Card
Fliirc Case (optional: great RPi heat sink case)
Raspberry Pi 3 Kit (UK)

Tuya based favorites
Martin Jerry Dimmer
Martin Jerry Switch
Martin Jerry 3 way
Moes 3-Way Smart Switch
4 pack Smart Bulbs
4 pack Smart Plugs
and many more here on our p…
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How to Control a Smart Light with a Smart Switch - Tasmota Tips Episode 3

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Don't cover up the light switches!  Control your smart lights from the wall and keep the best of both worlds.  Regain your sanity and score a high Wife Approval Factor by learning how to control your smart RGB lights from the wall. 

Switches
Teckin SR-41 - https://amzn.to/2qFgrJh
Martin Jerry - https://amzn.to/34Rd3tl

Tuya-Convert Process - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dyUyewiKpRA
Smart Bulb Comparison - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MnmUPF5rRro

Rules referenced in the video

rule1 on switch1#state=2 do publish cmnd/BT_TeckinSB50/power toggle endon

rule2 on System#Boot do Var1 0 endon on Switch1#State=3 do add1 1 endon on Var1#State>=2 do Var1 0 endon

rule3 on Var1#State==0 do publish cmnd/BT_TeckinSB50/dimmer 15 endon on Var1#State==1 do publish cmnd/BT_TeckinSB50/dimmer 100 endon

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Amazon US - https://amzn.to/2YZNDeO
Amazon UK - https://amzn.to/2TnG2R4
Amazon CA - https://amzn.to/2HchPZe

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Discord - https://discord.gg/bNtTF2v
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