DIY Smart Air Conditioner Using an ESP8266, ESPHome and HomeAssistant | Step-by-Step Guide

This is a comprehensive DIY tutorial on transforming a boring old window unit air conditioner into a smart AC that's WiFi connected, automated and can be controlled remotely! In this video, I'll show you how to use an ESP8266 microcontroller, Home Assistant, and ESPHome to create a fully automated air conditioning system using an old window unit. From hardware setup to software configuration, we cover everything you need to know. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned DIY enthusiast, this project is perfect for anyone looking to add some smart home functionality to their old AC unit.

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📌 What You'll Learn:
• How to set up an ESP8266 microcontroller
• Integrating the ESP8266 with HomeAssistant
• Connecting and configuring the IR Transmitter, IR Receiver, DHT11 and Binary Switch
• Integrating all the sensors into HomeAssistant via ESPHome
• Building buttons on the HomeAssistant Dashboard using Custom Button-Cards

🔗 Useful Links:
• ESP8266 : https://amzn.to/3R3ogl9
• IR Boards: https://amzn.to/4c07M5Q
• Temp Sensors: https://amzn.to/3VJzIUP
• Sail Switch: https://amzn.to/3XkiIqx
• Header Pins: https://amzn.to/3KgPMYI
• Prototype Board: https://amzn.to/3KeBw2r
• Multi-Sensor Kits: https://amzn.to/3VcU4Xb
• HomeAssistant Setup Guide: https://www.home-assistant.io/docs/

📖 Chapters:
0:00 Introduction
0:19 Parts Needed
1:00 Basic Overview
3:26 Testing with Flipper Zero
5:38 Configuring 8266
10:36 Dumping IR Codes
18:57 Configuring IR Emitter
29:00 Sail Switch
35:25 Temp Sensor
46:44 HomeAssistant Dashboard
1:10:38 Closing




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