Turning an Existing Light Switch into an MQTT Connected Smart Switch using a Sonoff Mini
In this video we use the Sonoff Mini to convert a traditional light switch into a smart switch that can be controlled by my existing home automation system over MQTT using Node-RED. We will be using a Sonoff Mini R2 and flashing the Tasmota firmware onto it using the Sonoff's built in "DIY Mode" and then installing it behind a retractive switch to control some smart light bulbs where the power to the bulbs is switched by a secret key switch.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
02:59 - Different Types of Light Switches
12:07 - Sonoff Mini Hardware Tour
20:02 - IMPORTANT - Safety Warning
22:50 - Flashing Tasmota using Sonoff DIY Mode
31:06 - Tasmota Configuration & Demonstration
43:19 - Installing the Sonoff Behind the Switch
47:22 - Testing it out
50:20 - Conclusion
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