• huskypenguin@sh.itjust.works
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    3 months ago

    Definitely start with a beefy zigbee coordinator. I like the Ukrainian made SLZB-06. It can be USB or networked. I prefer networked, that way I can move it to a more central location in the house and keep my HA running as a VM in the basement.

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      3 months ago

      Uh, it even runs POE, I just use a sonoff USB dongle…I’ve just been using my lightbulps and 230VAC relays as receivers/routers for nearby battery powered ZigBee units. There’s always a mains powered ZigBee device within good range so it can reach my server in the laundry room.

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        3 months ago

        Sonos is great but it’s just a few dollars more for an even better device with more flexibility (if you’re starting fresh).

        I started with a conbee which led to a lot of issues.