Apple Homekit integration (voice activation) for Velux windows using Lilygo T-Relay ESP32 and velux standard remotes
Code and instructions to automate opening and closing of Velux window and blind using apple home
- Lilygo TTGO T-Relay ESP32 4 relay - to drive both powered Velix window and blinds
- Lilygo USB to serial chip T-U2T - to communicate with Lilygo board
- Velux KLI 311 - Window wall switch
- Velux KLI 312 - Blind wall swtich
- 21v power supply
Soldering kit Wiring etc
- Connect to ardunio ide using esp32 dev board and serial chip
- Upload code
- Configure wifi via serial monitor
- Connect to apple home using homespan paring setup code
- Disconnect and reconnect to your permanent 24 dc power supply
A list of reminders
- Not connecting? Make sure you have followed Lilgo installation instructions
- Not connecting? Don't forget to use the serial chip (I did this so many times)
- Not connecting in apple home? The range of the wifi to the Lilygo can affect performance
- Not connecting in apple home? I found a laptop quicker to find devices than a phone for testing reliability