Category Archives: Technical

New Toys

Posted on July 3, 2017 by larry

Got my new radio sensors but I do not think they are the right frequency. Also noticed that I been picking up some signals that may not be mine.  Looks like some neighbor is using the 433Mhz. Also got some … Continue reading →

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End of Spring 2017

Posted on June 19, 2017 by larry

Yesterday was the Rock and Roll Marathon and I did not participate.  But I am looking forward to Summer 2017.  I am changing a few things, for one I got a new fit bit charge. Got it at Sam’s club … Continue reading →

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Frustrating Experience with ESP8266 and RF433

Posted on June 18, 2017 by larry

I for the life of me cannot figure out why the ESP8266 and the RF433 radio cannot work reliably together. I’ve tried different power sources and radios, I still need to try and power it from a direct 5V source … Continue reading →

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OpenHAB 2

Posted on June 17, 2017 by larry

I finally got around to working with OpenHAB 2, it was a bit of a disappointment. I think I am going to use it as UI (better looking than my HTML coding) and do the heavy background lifting with python. … Continue reading →

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Trying New Radio for 433Mhz

Posted on June 12, 2017 by larry

I am changing the radio type I am using to one of these Supposed to be better, it is called a RXB6 433Mhz Superheterodyne Wireless Receiver Module I have it on an UNO for now, how it gets better signal … Continue reading →

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Next Gen Messaging System

Posted on June 3, 2017 by larry

I got the next messaging system up and going. I am not sure on the BOM but I think each unit will come under $20 Probably the most expensive part is the Wemos D1 mini at $5.00 The 16×2 LCD … Continue reading →

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Gateway to 433Mhz Network

Posted on May 27, 2017 by larry

This project is coming together nicely.  The box I got for this project is perfect. I had to drill my own hole for the antenna but that was no biggie.  Internal looks great This gateway from the 433Mhz network to … Continue reading →

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IOT network

Posted on May 25, 2017 by larry

Now that the bathroom is done, I am working on the IOT network. Got a few things going, still a bunch of little things to go. It is actually proving to be more difficult than expected. Hopefully I can get … Continue reading →

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ESP8266 for LED strips

Posted on May 20, 2017 by larry

I was surprised but this came in the mail today I did a bit of research before I purchased it, I purchased it because it had an ESP8266 and was relatively mod friendly. The Serial ports are clearly labeled and … Continue reading →

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Setting Up IoT Network

Posted on May 18, 2017 by larry

I have been looking over my network to see if I can support the network if power goes off. I am also thinking about using a laptop with a battery and UPS to monitor things in case of a power … Continue reading →

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