Setting Up Your Device

Here you’ll find simple, step-by-step instructions for getting your smart-home products installed, connected, and working smoothly. Whether you’re setting up a new sensor, switch, relay, or Hub, each guide is written to be clear, practical, and beginner-friendly.

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  • 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 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…


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