How to Make a Raspberry Pi Smart Doorbell

[@inddiaz.original]

Thanks for share your project. It's pretty close that I need. I want to create a very easy hardware to be used by my mom (80 years) to call me when she wants or needs. I think this project can helps many older adults to be able to communicate with their families without technology being a barrier 😎

[@ShmurdaaaA]

9:35 enabling the microphone 10:55 enabling video calls

[@scoremoore4280]

With this virus going on, can you make a video teaching how to make an automatic, sink, or even dish soap, dispenser?

[@robf.2585]

I'd probably get that notification long after someone rang.

[@NecroLV]

Like 2 days later if you are a sleep and delete all notifications because you dont recognize the logo.

[@paul_hiles]

Yeah mine would be about 6hrs later 😂

[@inzami]

It would be more useful to do it locally without inet connection, less latency, faster call setup, no need for 3rd party service, no need for fast inet. I researched it awhile back using WebRTC and Pi 3 is actually better option for that because Pi 4 open source WebRTC support is still lagging.

[@sonicbhoc]

Let's say I had 2 pi 3s and wanted to set this up. How would you go about it?

[@inzami]

@@sonicbhoc You dont need 2 Pi's. Run WebRTC server on one Pi and open chrome kiosk mode and do it via chrome alone. Chrome supports WebRTC natively.

[@circuitmasters5258]

Good video! Awesome content - When a guy like me thinks of something like this - you gotta keep in mind - someone has already got it done...I gotta step up my game!

[@maskdpanda9858]

Honestly, Great idea. how do you deal with ppl trying to steal it... they steal the ring doorbells and those are professionally installed.

[@gianniformica8235]

Awesome build. Powering this would be easy via the original door bell button. It doesnt supply the right voltage though. You can get around that by tracing the door bell button wires back to the chime, pull the power lines off the chime and connect them to the door bell button wires. You'll get a power line all the way to your breaker in the basement. Pull those lines off the breaker, and connect them to an AC adapter supplying the correct voltage, then just plug it in. Wondering if there would be a way to incorporate chime?

[@akshita_9597]

Can we operate it if we are not at home?

[@triggerhappyme4756]

Anyway to adjust the code do we can use a touchscreen with "press here" on the screen instead of physical push button?

[@hondaguy9153]

I understand the 2 way mic. I don't want to video chat with someone at my door...😅

[@burtberkful]

Maybe serverless is suitable for the server side. A short lived workload will be run when te doorbell is pressed. Also serverless functions can be run in a free tier when requirements are met. However I don't know the technical aspects of this. I didn't experiment with it yet.

[@elielepetit8107]

i swear you're amazing!!!great job

[@andresvaldevit3692]

One idea would have been to do it without the display, why should the caller see me at all? ...and water proof it. You know it's outdoor.

[@ameggs]

"Visit Jitsi Meet and configure the site to use your camera/microphone" contains a dead link. Do you have MQTT incorporated in your code? This would be a great addon for those you use Home Assistant, NodeRed etc for automation.

[@hackershack]

Thanks for letting me know about the dead link. I do not have MQTT, but that would be an awesome addition if you want to contribute :)

[@ameggs]

@@hackershack I would love to contribute, but I know nothing about coding, just a copy and paster.....

[@robf.2585]

How about notifications on motion detection was that a thing?

[@razahassan811]

Great and easy product to set up!

[@JFlogerzi]

Could you use the low voltage that the exsiting door bell uses to power the device?

[@Mikey-Likes-I.T]

possibly put that power line to a stepper and maybe yeah, could probably run all of that wire in the wall as well to clean it up and to make sure that no one cuts the open lines

[@JFlogerzi]

@@Mikey-Likes-I.T I thought that voltage is already low voltage but the USB is even lower right?

[@Mikey-Likes-I.T]

@@JFlogerzi yes, which means you would need the stepper to step the power down to the power of the USB

[@sortofsmarter]

most home doorbells use 24V AC and rated at about 40VA so with a simple full bridge rectifier circuit that can supply 5V at 2A easy

[@DiyintheGhetto]

Hello I have a question. Can we do this without a screen on it? Also for the speaker can we just use the onboard jack of the pi?

[@SatumangoTheGreat]

The screen should be optional, yes. Just don't connect one, I don't believe you have to change the software for that. As for the speaker, I'm afraid that is a little more involved since the audio jack doesn't have a microphone input function apparently. So the USB microphones is probably the easiest and cheapest option. More info at: raspberrytips.com/add-microphone-raspberry-pi/

[@chairforce0928]

What are the chances you guys would be able to manufacture some of the boxes for sale?

[@AneeshNair_embedtutor]

why didnt you use the audio jack on the rasberry pi for audio istead of lcd audio

[@hackershack]

You could, but you would have to solder to the pi and change some audio settings to output to the 3mm jack instead of HDMI

[@kazu88es]

omg it´s like magic

[@noahklimczuk7937]

Hi, I’m having issues with the speaker, it’s not working, I'm pretty sure I soldered everything correctly and ideas?

[@mhnaseri6674]

Thanks a lot for your amazing video but please also say how to open the door using an smartphone?

[@filipknap9145]

Really great video , but can i ask do i need to change in code ,from email and to email adresses or no ?

[@_jawn_]

I have a question. Will it work without the screen and speaker?

[@Celcius1]

Would a raspberry Pi zero work instead of a 3 b+

[@hackershack]

I don’t think so unfortunately. It doesn’t have enough processing power for the video

[@florixc]

Or a very small ipcamera with a raspberry in the home...

[@adroitspartan7907]

​@@hackershack - great video appreciate the time and effort. Though why do you need to process the video, when you only need to stream it. I did this some months back on a pi zero and ingested the feed into another pi zero running motioneyeOS.

[@bonaccisimone]

Congrats for the project! Can I connect the system to an existing PBX (like asterisk, 3CX) instead of Jitsi? Thank You

[@PileofKyle]

Simone Bonacci this would be amazing

[@bonaccisimone]

Yes, I think it shouldn't be too difficult for him. I don't know well this language, othewise I would try to modify the code. I have to study!

[@bonaccisimone]

@@PileofKyle do you have did it? Now i have a system that work (raspbian with linphone 3.12) , but it don't work with codec h264 and i can't install it , now i'm trying to install Ubuntu 18.04 on my Raspi 3B+ and i will try with it

[@abkl9568]

@@bonaccisimone hey, let me know if you succeed 😅

[@bonaccisimone]

@@abkl9568 the system with raspbian + linphone works but not perfectly. in the end I bought a video intercom in the end I bought a video intercom with SIP prorocol (Dahua VTO3211) that works with my SIP server (freePBX) and with Home Assistant

[@vincentnunna510]

Great. Can we use the same project with no screen on the PI? Just camera and speaker.

[@NileshAkhade]

You need a security guard outside your door, so that the door bell is safe.

[@ToddBeck76]

No doubt, these days especially!

[@sivagurumudaliar1246]

I see a servo being used to open the door lock, but is there code to control it?

[@cosmicrdt]

Great project. Tip: if you "key" the two back pieces by a couple of layers overlapping you don't have to worry about filing or matching perfectly. They'd probably bond better that way too.

[@micmac8271]

Do you have a tutorial or links for the smart lock?

[@TheChooseyourtempo]

Any way to add motion detection to alert you when someone walks up to the door?

[@李偉佛]

Sir，which option should I choose for the operating system of Raspberry Pi Imager? Rasberry Pi OS or Use custom?

[@bartconinckx]

would this withstand frost?

[@josem.gonzalezcalderon1023]

I have problem when try running the script in the commnd line. chromium-browser-v7:876): Gtk-WARNING **: 18:52:55.053: cannot open display

[@liamarriganfiguerola780]

Would it be possible to do this project wtih a raspberry pi zero w? And if not, why? I am working on a project for school and it would really help out to know. Thanks.

[@charmines5346]

Now you need to add a servo with a wet wipe so when someone rings it wipes off to keep from corona lol

[@paulfreed6394]

Or a disinfectant sprayer

[@kzmpianist]

Thanks for great tutorial. how much does it cost in total? As an idea - would be great to create Home Assistant add-on, i know many guys are looking for good smart bell solution for theirs smart houses.

[@pixiexl8605]

Great video.

[@CircumambulationMaedia]

Notification via email is funny. The person at the door would be long gone by the time you receive it.

[@nathanielbajo130]

I have a question..... What is the usefulness of the Samsung 128gb memory card?

[@robbejacobs530]

Yes I don't see it in the video

[@RedMageGaming]

Pretty sure it was just the SD card he had on hand for the project demonstration. You could do this project with an 8GB SD card as you do not really need much space for anything beyond the scope of the project.

[@rovproject7185]

can you please guide me how can I use same code using WEBCAM?

[@electronic7979]

Very good 👍

[@davidvanbochoven4237]

When he pressed the button on the doorbell someone was at my door 😂.

[@Noah-yp6fo]

You never seize to amaze me. So many cool projects! Wish you guys would put out more videos!

[@hackershack]

Working on it! Unfortunately it'll be difficult with the shutdown because all of my tools are in a friend's garage :/

[@AnilArya51]

@@hackershack don't worry people will wait for such amazing content...

[@SpeedDeamon95]

Is powered off the wall? Why isn't it storing the data locally?

[@bey6807]

works with pi4 model b?

[@andersonmedina1310]

Another impressive project, congratulations

[@lupzmarcal]

WHy need a resistor?

[@schossel]

Connecting a LED to the PI normally requires a resistor. The pushbutton has an integrated LED, so without further investigation, I would say the resistor is just for the led in the button.

[@Ed19601]

Very good

[@cicciobassdrum]

Hello, which kind of power supply did you use? Switching? Battery? I'm worried about audio noise

[@stumbledevil3269]

you got any idea ? I also have the same question

[@ToonMeynen]

Uses Vim to edit the files, this guy knows his shit.

[@paulfreed6394]

Very nice. Thanks for sharing. Greetings from New Zealand

[@herantd]

6:33 *steady hand*

[@ediik]

:D

[@Chamuvmg]

Hey, great project. Quick question: What is the resistance that you use for your button?

[@Mikey-Likes-I.T]

why not use an old smartphone like a Samsung Galaxy S6 or 5?

[@AlexanderLang1980]

How is the enclosure for environmental protection? In warm locations with little rainfall it's probably ok but for temperate climates the display and internal electronics are going to get ravaged by moisture and dust ingress. Is the display readable in sunlight? Overall nice project - thanks for sharing.

[@MsMauroluis]

good morning. i will like know if can i to do install your sketch in one raspberry pi zero w? I don't need of screen in bell button just a cam. i sorry my english. I am brasilian thanks for video

[@praneethreddy2078]

@Hacker Shack When I am trying to execute the code it is shutting down ? What to do mate I am doing mini project on it right now

[@s.p.singhwadhawan6368]

Can we use raspberry pi zero

[@amandaakerson723]

Hello, I want this it is doorbells do webcam with text message? if you available me.

[@denisgrabocka1269]

Can you use a usb camera for video and mic input ?? Great project by the way

[@mrmaximuser]

I think you can use a webcam

[@jacobyeh]

This is great but I found that using a Raspberry Pi 3 it wasn't up to the task (CPU utilization was at 100% and video was too choppy and slow to be useful). I found that even with a RP4 w/ 4GB RAM, a video chat on Jitsi seemed to pretty much max out the CPU utilization (although memory usage seemed pretty limited). I know from the video that you used a RP3B+. What kind of CPU utlization did you experience? It looks like from the video that the Jitsi mtg was pretty smooth.

[@hackershack]

I had similar results. It started smooth but lagged after some time. Maybe using a custom video server like the one we used for the smart security camera would improve performance. You might also be able to change resolution on the camera to improve perf.

[@pinepine9221]

do any of guys know the electrical diagram of this one

[@whoopsie-vf8ib]

it will be much cooler and safe if the email notification is also capture the image when someone ring the bell, so you can prepare to welcome the guest or pretend you aren't in home to avoid people you hate hehe 😂

[@hackershack]

Haha nice idea. You could always contribute to the codebase ;)

[@arbazkhan8320]

Please make more videos constantly i really appreciate your work 👍

[@hackershack]

Trying!

[@ShmurdaaaA]

8:14 camera setup

[@kenji1053]

Such an impressive project. Love ur vid :)

[@sudhanshuranjan1530]

In my os, chromium browser is not detecting the camera...can any one tell me solution for this??

[@stumbledevil3269]

Hii, are you done with the project ? I need some guidance.

[@KazemitoHaruhi]

I have no idea, why you not use stand clamp to solder the button? 🤣🤣 Nice project btw, I like it!

[@TreaHuggs]

What is the lag time from pressing the button to joining? People don't want to wait 5 mins. Also how is the performance with the video calls?

[@MrBobWareham]

I liked the project but the case is wow so big you could make it much smaller

[@yousefemad5004]

It is nice project And you are grat

[@bearpoor-wx1oq]

should I learn How to printing 3D for Raspberry pi Smart door bell?

[@JustinFrost302]

Can you make it for the pi zero

[@AneeshNair_embedtutor]

128 mb memory card is enough for both os and program ?

[@hackershack]

Probably not.

[@juliofeliu3769]

I love it but why no use a pi a+ ?

[@hackershack]

Didn't have one :/

[@juliofeliu3769]

@@hackershack thanks guys I was looking for something like this for long time

[@odelahoya1]

After I run python doorbell the screen goes blank any ideas ?

[@hackershack]

The screen turns off until a button press. You can disable that in the code by commenting out the turn on/off screen functions

[@odelahoya1]

Thank you awesome video btw !

[@easyspin360]

Nice vid Aaron! Keep hacking!

[@jun9098]

Just quick question. Why you spend money to buy those parts and spend your time to make a door bell, instead of just buy a complete door bell camera product at a store right away?

[@thomaslocke1503]

Because a video doorbell with wifi-functionality costs about 1000$?

[@25100genaro]

I don't receive the email do you have any tip, please help

[@supperka2]

Can you make update většinou with telegram notification instead email? Please

[@Azety93]

i need this for my mom's house

[@craigf987]

Wow.. free raspberry pie.. where do you live? ;)

[@RoadBris]

It would be hard to tell who pressed the button if there was an email notification instead of the alarm.

[@ShmurdaaaA]

16:00

[@FrancescoVannini]

Really cool project. I'd have appreciated a more to the point shorter video since you provided all the details elsewhere but really nice nevertheless

[@ste76539]

"with a really steady hand..." PMSL are you sure about that?

[@3ATIVE]

6:32 "... with a really steady hand." - Shows really shaky hand. LOL

[@TheBjevan]

Great idea! Can you use a pi-zero and can you make the call to come on skype or google duo

[@hackershack]

I don’t think the zero has enough processing power, but you could definitely use Skype or Duo

[@praneethreddy2078]

@@hackershack When I am trying to execute the code it is shutting down ? What to do mate I am doing mini project on it right now

[@christopheroggemans8427]

You must change the URL in doorbell.py script : meet.jit.si/%s#config.prejoinPageEnabled=false

[@Vindix007]

Here in Brazil, your doorbell would be robbed or destroyed.

[@mrmaximuser]

may you could put arround the doorbellsystem bulletproof glas and only let the button outside

[@3dprinteriqoption361]

thank you .. please give me part 3d printer the project .

[@hackershack]

They’re on the hackster.io link!

[@tonytrilex2555]

you should partner up with Ring and not sell your idea for free

[@PaceyPimp]

I'll buy one made from who ever can make me one

[@ocow5735]

Lol I can make one as soon as the quarantine is over completely

[@anshul7786]

Imagine someone stole this

[@hackershack]

Haha yeah, I talk about that during the coding part. You definitely want to make sure there's no sensitive data on your device

[@rudie2902]

@@hackershackWhat about your WiFi password which is on the Pi SD-card?

[@atropa6894]

0:32 Am I the only one who thought "bomb"?

[@florinpandele5205]

Lost 20 mins for an almost unusable ideea. It uses free cloud services, which is the main NO-NO for a DIY project. The whole point of a DIY project is to be completely independent from any service of any kind. You're better off with a commercial, already-fully-made doorbell than this.

[@LaurenzEdelman]

He lost me when he said the doorbel sends an email.

[@charliebrownau]

Instead of using annoying shit music please buy an external mic for your recording instead of built in mic of video recording devices