I have created a compact and versatile neopixel driver board that has multiple uses, including functioning as a ser2net programmer, data logging environment, and reading UART sensor data. However, its primary purpose is to drive WS2812B/SK6812 led strips or matrixes and create captivating light effects. It can be programmed with WLED to drive Led Strips […]
Both technologies have their advantages and disadvantages, here is a side-by-side comparison of ZigBee vs Wifi sensors for the smart home. For my comparison, I take the TeHyBug Wifi sensor and Aquara ZigBee Sensor which is connected through a HeilBee v4.5 ZigBee stick to my HomeAssistant. ZigBee WIFI Requires a special ZigBee hub or coordinator […]
The cc2652p based ZigBee sticks, also known as v4 ZigBee sticks, are currently one of the most popular options in the market. This is because these modules come with a strong signal amplifier and a PCB antenna that allows for transmission distances of up to 700m without the need for an external antenna. Compared to […]
There are several ways it add a TeHyBug to your HomeAssistant.1. Embed a public graph to your dashboard.2. Add it as an MQTT Sensor to your Homeassistant. Usually, Home Assistant is installed on a Raspberry Pi or similar devices.If you don’t have an MQTT Brocker, here is the instruction on how to install the MQTT […]
A demo image with a link to scriptable code with detailed instructions. Requirements iOS 14 or higher Scriptable version 1.5 (or higher) https://apps.apple.com/de/app/scriptable/id1405459188 TeHyBug.com as the default data-serving platform for your TeHyBug device. https://tehybug.com/
Here is a short demonstration video of programming a TeHyBug with its software:
Once you connect to the TeHyBug Wifi Network AP and open http://192.168.1.1/ in your browser, you will see the configuration index page. The first thing you should do is to provide your Wifi Credentials on the “Configure Wifi” page. Nothing special just fill the form with your network name and password. The next step on […]
First start guide Important: You will notice black glue on the front of the ESP8266 ESP-01 module, don’t try to remove it! It protects a thin tiny wire, which enables the power-saving deep sleep mode of the chip. Warning: TeHyBug is not protected against reverse polarity. Reverse polarity of power source will damage/burn your device. […]
TeHyBug is probably the most advanced and featured environmental data logger. It serves the data via HTTP, MQTT, OLED Display, or Webserver. TeHyBug (Temperature Humidity Spy Bug) is an ultimate low-power environmental data spy-bug for your home. It logs environmental data periodically and sends it to the TeHyBug-Server, your own web server, or MQTT broker like a Raspberry […]