Fengtu WQX7 Ultrasonic Weather Station

February 4, 2025Devices, Sensors No Comments

In my previous post, I shared the challenges of finding a suitable replacement for my aging mechanical wind speed sensor. This post will share my experiences with the new ultrasonic sensor, including my observations, technical details, and insights that might be helpful if you encounter a similar situation.  Comprehensive Weather Data with the WQX7  WQX7 … Read More

Looking for ultrasonic wind speed sensor

February 4, 2025Devices, Sensors No Comments

Traditional mechanical anemometers employ moving parts, which are susceptible to wear and tear, potentially leading to sensor failure. In contrast, ultrasonic wind sensors operate without moving parts, ensuring reliable and stable operation over the long term with minimal maintenance requirements. If you are considering an upgrade from a mechanical anemometer to an ultrasonic one like … Read More

Loxone AC Control AIR

October 16, 2023Devices, Interior, Solutions 3 Comments

Hey, something that I was trying to sort out by myself probably gets sorted even better by Loxone. One of the things that do have quite extensive impact on the overall energy consumption but was very difficult to control externally is the Air Conditioning. Loxone recently launched a product that should be the remedy for … Read More

Somfy Glydea and Loxone

October 28, 2021Configuration, Devices, Interior, Solutions 4 Comments

Here is how I automated the electric curtains with Loxone. Having a motorized curtains in living room was not the the initial plan at first place. So I had nothing prepared for this in terms of wiring or any setup. Only this year we have decided to have a curtains on the big sliding door … Read More

Shelly Plug S works amazingly with Loxone

September 14, 2020Configuration, Devices 11 Comments

Shelly Plug S is a neat and tiny WiFi Plug that is very feature rich and has been designed by clever developers. I am really impressed about the overall design and SW capabilities this “smart” device offers. Unlike other “smart products” that forces you into vendor specific ecosystem (App, Cloud, ..), with Shelly the real … Read More

sDock tablet wall mount

May 31, 2020Devices, Ideas, Solutions No Comments

If you are looking for a nice and practical wall mount for your iPad tablet that is easy to use, has built in charging option and can do a 90° pivot, look no further. I think I found perfect solution. At home we are using one tablet primarily dedicated to the central control of our … Read More

EnOcean push buttons and actuators

December 31, 2019Devices, Sensors No Comments

EnOcean is well known low power wireless standard and as a technology it is being integrated into wide range of home automation solutions, either as an integral part of the smart home ecosystem, or as an standalone wireless technology used for some sort of dedicated remote control (blinds, garage door, remote wall switch, …). It … Read More