Fixing Smart Home problems I created 😬

[@reedssmarthome]

Well this was either the first "Smart Home Saturday" ...or the first AND last! 😅 Let me know what you think and thanks for supporting me trying new formats over here.

[@clintminer9348]

I enjoyed it and would love to see more! I think it's useful to follow-up and see what unexpected issues arose with an automation. Also to see the fix that's implemented. Great work Reed!

[@batacafe]

Yes! Keep this "Fixing Smart Home Problems" format going. Things going wrong is a big part of having a smart home and we don't see that aspect discuss enough on youtube. It might not be as "sexy" as showing a new gadget or automation but IT IS very helpful. Thanks!

[@CuteBlueFluffy-scratch]

use fingerbot please

[@CuteBlueFluffy-scratch]

@Reed's Smart Home if you leave the dryer running for 10 minutes, make every alexa, google, and siri remind you and all the lights flash red near your location in the house

[@batacafe]

Yes! Keep this "Fixing Smart Home Problems" format going. Things going wrong is a big part of having a smart home and we don't see that aspect discuss enough on youtube. It might not be as "sexy" as showing a new gadget or automation but IT IS very helpful. Thanks!

[@damirg7572]

If today is Saturday, I obviously overslept 3 days 😮

[@MasterDrewHirtle]

It's great to see a video that shows switches going offline and other "issues" in the smarthome. I don't think we see enough of this from the smarthome KZbinrs and it's easy to feel like it's only a problem that I am sometimes having.

[@pimw9805]

Hehe, not using Wagos yet Reed? ;)

[@reedssmarthome]

I've used those a few times in the past when they came with the device. I didn't realize I could buy them. What have I been doing all these years! I'll definitely buy some next time I'm at Home Depot and use them from now on. Thanks for the tip!

[@tonitom_re]

hmm, you should use WAGO, your connections don't look securely twisted.

[@iceymanz]

Low key disappointed there wasn't a blooper section of Reed needing help to put together the ikea drawers :D

[@manicmods]

Great video! I can't believe you still have any analog switches left at your stage!

[@CynMermaid]

Useful info, worth doing a video when maintenance is needed.

[@salmanslim]

That zooz one could be reset without turning off the breaker. To complete the reset process manually, tap-tap-tap'n'hold the upper paddle for at least 10 seconds. The LED indicator will flash to confirm successful reset. NOTE: All previously recorded activity and custom settings will be erased from the device's memory. This is for on off switch . Dimmers have different instructions

[@rjbrowning85]

That is the correct way to factory reset the device, but I had a similar problem as @smarthomesolver and the only way to get the relay working again was to completely remove the power. I still don't understand why some Zooz switches have air gaps and others don't. I thought this was a UL requirement?

[@joebarnes4147]

Reed, I had Zooz switches for 2-3 years and had random problems with them losing communication to my SmartHub or they would just quit working. I finally made the switch to the Enbrighten Zigbee switches and all of those issues went away. Another benefit is that everything works much faster now it’s on Zigbee. Just my 2 cents.

[@waharris007]

The Apple TV integration can launch specific apps, too. For example, when I run my “Start Workout” automation, HA doesn’t just turn on my TV and Apple TV; it also launches the app I use to stream my workouts.

[@andi]

This format is really fun :D Definitely would like to see more like it!

[@ronm6585]

Thanks Reed.

[@giga-chicken]

Lol, that must be the Zen72. I think zooz only ever made one light switch without an air gap (unless you count the toggle-style Zen73).

[@bsem68]

Zen71 switch does not have an air gap and is a switch, Zen72 for example is a dimmer and has an airgap. General rule is newer Zooz dimmers have airgaps and Zooz switches don't. The airgap is on dimmers as a safety feature when changing bulbs, to make sure the dimmer does not have any power to the fixture which could result in shock or damage to bulb. With a switch you know when you turn it off that there is no power to the load. My Zen71 never have to be reset btw, so probably defective switch or something else is wrong.

[@SmartHomeHASHTAGS]

Do you have a set-in -stone procedure when trying to work out a problem with a device? Like 1. Is the app updated. 2.power on hubs/wifi 3. Connection strength, etc. I think I might make a check-list for myself.

[@thorstenhansgehrig]

Hi The AppleTV Wakeup command (and maybe also a "standby" command when the home-cinema is switched off) is something I'm very interested - but i fail yet. Can you provide some more guidance?

[@technithusiast]

It think it’s a great practice to “tune up” your automations. I’ve gone months with broken automations😅

[@savasilviu3194]

We want more of this

[@Aurleis]

3:07 - I get the range issue, but what about creating an input boolean that is triggered, by automation when the light turns on/off. Then for the baby monitor automation have it not notify you of crying if the input boolean is on? As always my fellow Arizonan, I fine video that provides me with ideas that my wife would probably kill me if I sought to implement them (well more so buying new switches that work off of motion).

[@calebcrowden7503]

For the Apple TV how do you set up a remote command? Am fairly new to HA so could use the help

[@JoeAiello789]

The Lutron switch problem made me wonder; hmm, might there be a light sensor in the room, which would bypass the dependency of the switch state? Which then made me wonder, can a flowchart be created that we can use to force us to consider other options? E.g. It took years for me to realize that if I use a door sensor combined with my bathroom lights, then I no longer have the lights turn off when I shower. If some flow had told me to step back and consider other devices, I wouldn't have gone crazy for months figuring out timer lengths in the bath!

[@Tylerbb8122]

What device do you use to detect if your baby is crying?

[@TristynRusselo]

my zwave zooz switches have a button to reset if they bugger up.

[@jwhi828]

What is the device next to the echo dot at 2:37?

[@F-Rod13]

Would love to see a new video on pairing Alexa with SmartThings

[@AyalSolav]

I just bought a new apple tv and tried to do the exact same thing, waking up the ATV with the wakeup command of the remote and I get an error message. anyone knows why?

[@W0Ndr3y]

Light switches are a pain when dealing with home automation. I find that shelly works best for everything except dimming

[@JoeDzado]

Do you find that being a smart home youtuber helps you keep your house cleaner?

[@eadweard.]

Wire nuts and flathead screws? :(

[@MrDeaz]

wtf, do you have your circuit breaker outside?

[@BrandonDoyleMN]

just another Saturday right?

[@WheresMyKeysAt]

Hey Reed, didn't your wife want the Diva dimmer switches so that every time it gets turned on it wouldn't be full bright light?

[@TheHellis]

So if you don't want to spread germs by turning off the lights in the bathroom then maybe you should wash your hands?

[@JerryNeutron]

Good luck with that when you have kids 😂

[@TheHellis]

@@JerryNeutron that is a matter of raising your kids. We have two kids and both are very good at cleaning their hands after being on the toilet. They also go to clean their hands the first thing they do when they get home or when they visit someone. If they by any reason get dirty hands from, let's say eating, they immediately tell us or wash their hands themselves. They have always done this, ever since they could walk and talk. So yes, perfectly doable with kids if you have thought them to wash their hands

[@tokehgekko9455]

Spreading germs when leaving the bathroom implies not washing your hands :S

[@RustyShackelford_]

I have kids too, I know you're not getting away long enough on a Saturday to work on the house

[@dorinic]

I couldn't help but feel this video was uploaded with 0.9 playback speed. I ended up watching at 1.25 speed, which felt a tiny bit fast. Maybe there is no technical glitch, and just need to apply more coffee?

[@thebassstream]

Brother idc how slow that drill is going. That was hard to watch you use one on a wall plate

[@donttrustgoogle5963]

The worst thing I’ve ever done is create a smart home. Unstable internet and poorly supported products are a major pain. I wouldn’t recommend it for anyone unless you want to spent your waking hours chasing problems.

[@mannylobo5056]

Hey

[@mannylobo5056]

Does the occupancy light switch that was next to the Zooz switch control a light or an exhaust fan. Would really be helpful if you do a video on exhaust fans (e.g. bathroom and laundry) automations. Thanks.

[@davidputt4638]

We'll forgive you since it's a Lutron dumb switch ;)

[@SBinVancouver]

Children complicate everything.

[@lewiskelly14]

That was a bit naff