Guides

Read our practical, step-by-step walkthroughs to help you set up, configure, and improve your smart home. These articles focus on real-world use, covering installations, integrations, and best-practice setups using popular platforms, devices, and protocols.

  • How to Sideload Apps (Including Kodi) on the D-Color Google TV

    This guide explains how to sideload applications (APK files) onto the D-Color Google TV running Android TV OS.

  • How to Set up the DOMRAEM WLED Controller (ESP32) With the WLED WiFi Remote (Home Assistant)

    This guide walks you through setting up the ESP32 LED controller, connecting it to WLED, pairing the remote, and getting everything running smoothly. Not only but you can even add it to your Home Assistant setup allowing clean and easy automations. 

  • How to setup the Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2

    The Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 is an official Zigbee and Thread adapter designed by Nabu Casa to give you a powerful, stable, and future-proof smart home network. It combines a high-performance Zigbee coordinator with a full Thread Border Router in one compact device — ideal for users who want the fastest, most reliable way to…

  • Setting up the Sonoff Zigbee Motion Sensor

    Want instant, reliable motion-activated automations — without cloud delays or Wi-Fi issues? The SONOFF SNZB-03P is a Zigbee 3.0 motion sensor that connects directly to your Home Assistant Zigbee network for fast, local, battery-friendly detection. Use it to trigger lights, secure entryways, save energy, or automate hallways and bathrooms with zero lag.

  • Setting up the Sonoff Zigbee Human Presence Sensor

    Want your smart home to know you’re still in the room — even when you’re sitting still? The SONOFF SNZB-06P Zigbee Human Presence Sensor uses 5.8GHz mmWave radar to detect motion, micro-movement, and true human presence far more accurately than a PIR sensor. It connects directly to your Home Assistant Zigbee network for fast, local,…

  • Setting up Zigbee2MQTT

    Want total control over your Zigbee devices — all locally, without any cloud apps or vendor hubs? With Zigbee2MQTT, your Home Assistant setup can manage over 3,000 Zigbee devices directly, offering deeper insight, faster performance, and complete privacy.

  • Setting up the XIAO Smart IR Mate

    Learn how to set up the XIAO Smart IR Mate and connect it to home assistant.

  • Setting up the Sonoff Zigbee Door/Window Sensor with Home Assistant

    Want to know instantly when a door or window opens — without relying on cloud apps or Wi-Fi? The Sonoff Zigbee Door/Window Sensor connects directly to your Home Assistant Zigbee network for fast, local, and reliable automation. You can use it to turn lights on/off, save energy and keep track of who's where.

  • How to Set Up the Sonoff Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus for Home Assistant

    Want to connect Zigbee sensors, lights, and switches to Home Assistant without relying on cloud services? The Sonoff Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus makes it incredibly simple to build a fast, private, and reliable Zigbee network — all controlled locally from your Home Assistant setup. It is almost as easy as plug and play.

  • How to set up the Shelly Smart Plug in Home Assistant

    Prerequisites Before starting, ensure that: Setup Connecting your Shelley Plug to the network 1. Plug in the Shelly Plug UK into a power outlet. 2. Download the Shelly app on your phone (if you don’t already have it). Link to Shelly App Download 3. Tap the + icon to add a new device. 4. Then…

  • Two Way Switching Using a Shelly

    In this guide we will explain how a Shelly 1L can be used to provide two way switching

  • How To Install A Shelly Without Neutral Wiring

    One of the first things to get to grips with when considering installing Shelly devices is how your light switches are wired because this can impact what smart lighting tech will work for your situation. Not all smart light switches will work with all wiring configurations.

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