Sliding Gate Motor - Wifi control with eWeLink 1Ch Inching

This is an ultra-short video that shows how easy it is to install a 1Ch Inching WiFi switch in a Centurion D5 Evo gate motor.
The eWelink 1Ch Inching switch (previously assumed to be Sonoff) used in this video is available at www.isphome.co.za, currently priced at R175
Should you wish to install one of these switches, I have provided the steps below and in the video.
NOTE: Any and all attempts to follow the steps as depicted in the video and below are done at your own risk. You assume full responsibility for any damage that my result as a consequence. If unsure, please consult a qualified person for assistance.
1) Disconnect 220v and 12v battery to the motor to prevent short circuits ...or electrocuting yourself
2) Connect the WiFi switch's 12v- and 12v+ terminals to the corresponding terminals on the Gate Motor
3) Connect the WiFi switch's COM terminal to the corresponding terminal on the Gate Motor
4) Connect the WiFi switch's N/O terminal to the TRG terminal on the Gate Motor (on some motors, e.g. ET, the terminal is marked Bt for Button Trigger.)
5) Re-connect the battery and 220V.
Pair the WiFi switch to the router.
6) If you don't have the eWeLink app installed on your phone yet, now is the time to do so. Look for the video dealing with this if you need help.
7) Ensure that Location Services is activated on the phone.
8) On the switch, press and hold the "Match" button for 7 seconds (until the LED starts flashing), The Match button is the one closest to the centre or inside of the circuit board.
9) While the LED is flashing on the switch, click the "+" sign on the eWelink App, select Quick Pairing, select the correct WiFi SSID and enter the password... CORRECTLY.
10) once the switch is found and paired, change the name to a more user friendly name.
11) BEFORE TRYING TO OPEN GATE, change the setting to INCHING mode, which basically means that when you press the button, the switch will only switch on for a second and then off again, thereby simulating a button press.
a. In eWeLink press on the switch icon, to open the menu (not the on/off button)
b. Click on the settings icon in the top left corner to open the settings screen
i. Click on “Inching”
ii. Select 1 second as the duration
iii. Save
Currently the switch used in this video is avaialble here:
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If you are interested in other options, e.g. additional sensor or a switch for the Tuya / Smart Life app, please use this link:
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Should you need more information or interested i this or other products, contact us at isphome.co.za.

[@kwanelemavumengwana6453]

Worked like a charm and the instructor is super friendly, if you are a newbie or a techno freak he will give you ways to solve, i salute you Pieter🎉🎉🎉🙏🏾

[@gaokungweitumelengmodutwan7960]

ISP has been very helpful to me especially as a beginner in home automation, I was taken through baby steps and on a DIY and now I'm becoming a Pro. Thanks to ISP

[@isphome1]

Thank you for your support and taking the time for this recommendation

[@eugenemahlangu2328]

Thank you, straight to the point and got mine right at first attempt because of this video.

[@zubairseedat551]

Thanks ISP really appreciate your video ,its simple and easy for anyone and everyone to understand 👍👍👍

[@isphome1]

You are most welcome

[@NONsasitanon]

Thank you so much from Thailand Im gonna try it out this evening

[@drasool]

Great video, works perfectly. Much appreciated.

[@taliluvhengo5928]

This worked like a charm. Please put a link to the sonoff so people know they can buy it from you and sup-ort you. Thanks.

[@isphome1]

Thank you for the suggestion. I added a link at the bottom of the video description.

[@mosthandsum]

Hi..Thanks for great informative video.. 1 question.. If gate doesnt have timer to close, how do i know if its in open position, or close, and whether I open it, or close it..

[@atishmathura1038]

Awesome guide 👍 Though, I have one question. If i have the sensors on the gate to prevent it from closing on a vehicle, would it still work if i were to use this sonoff switch? So if i were to say "Close the gate" and a car was in the way, would it stop the gate or still close it?

[@isphome1]

The wifi module simulates a button press. I am guessing that the beams will work exactly the same as when you pressed the remote button, i.e. as soon as the beam is interrupted, it should stop the gate motor. I am unfortunately not 100% sure, so please test first :)

[@igun4fun352]

Brilliant tutorial thank you

[@shannonnaidoo274]

Brilliant video. Works perfectly. Any suggestions on how to get the sonoff switch to recognise that the gate has been opened with the original remote? I have setup my boundary lights to turn on automatically (also running a sonoff switch) when I open the gate. This works only when opening the gate via the app though. Not when you open the gate using the original remote. Any suggestions on how to get this working for both methods of opening the gate?

[@isphome1]

The switches with the magnetic contact sensor (instead of the bar switch in the video) should address your problem - see link below. You can also add a separate contact sensor afterwards, e.g. Zigbee contact sensor, but will take some effort to weatherproof and set-up. My suggestion is to look at the following; www.isphome.co.za/products/eachen-gd-dc5-garage-door-opener-and-sensor)

[@JuanGonzalez-tp6qz]

I have a MHCOZY WiFi Wireless Smart Switch Relay Module for Smart Home 5V 5V/12V can this be used on a co-z sliding gate opener, and could you please tell me how to wire it?

[@justincozy]

Thanks so much for this info. I was able to install my Sonoff unit in my gate and now I can use Siri to open the gate! Can I use the same module for my garage doors?

[@isphome1]

Yes you can! Most garage doors have a "remote trigger" (look for Trg or BT Trg) connection that just needs to be "closed" to the Common (Com) connection for a second to trigger the motor. If this is the case case, you should be good to go.

[@muhmonga]

Hi. I’d like to connect one of these switches or similar to my roller shutter door. It has an Econo control box with “up”, “stop”, “down” buttons. How can I mod a switch to work with this door?

[@TheLanceGTA]

I have the Centurion D5 gate motor and decided I want to teach my kids some basic IoT stuff. Ordered this Sonoff device and it arrived today from Robotech... Its raining in ZA so as soon as the sun is out the girls and I will tackle this little project. However, I want to wow them with your "Hey Google Open Gate"... That doesn't seem to be in the video How To??? Or will it be in the app? Thanks again.

[@cornecordier5930]

You will have to create a new routine in Google assistance routines. From there you'll add a starter "open the gate" or "close the gate" and then add the action which will be to switch on the switch. Hope this helps.

[@funoutdoors_za]

Solid thanks. Can u confirm if it will be the same for the E.T Drive 500 motor as well please? Thanks again this is a great video. Definitely sharing to all my friends!

[@isphome1]

Thank you for the positive feedback - It is always appreciated. There is no reason why it should not work on the ET 500. You will be using the 12V+ and 12 V- as per the video. The other 2x terminals to use will be BT (Button Trigger) and CM (Common).

[@funoutdoors_za]

@@isphome1 sorry to bother again. Can this be done on a rolling garage door motor from E.T as well?

[@gertscheepers4211]

Great info thanks! How did you get google to recognize 'open the gate' and 'close the gate'?

[@isphome1]

I created a scene in Google (or using the Home app): If I say "Open the Gate", then "Turn on Gate"

[@riteshmakan7716]

Nice video, thank you. Do you have a setup to provide feedback if the gate is open or closed?

[@isphome1]

There are other options with contact sensors (magnetic Reed switch) as part of the kit. Here is a link to a Ewelink option: www.isphome.co.za/products/eachen-gd-dc5-garage-door-opener-and-sensor

[@jacquesmorgan3524]

Hi, I have a Centurion D5 smart gate motor. I have connected everything but it only activates the pedestrian function of the gate(only opening the gate about 1 meter). Any advice to fix this so that the gate can fully open?

[@pieterdp1626]

Hi Jacques, Do you have the D5 EVO or D5 Smart? There could be a few reasons for the behaviour, but I would probably start with the following, (in this order). 1) Are you sure that you connected to COM and TRG (and not COM and PED)? 2) Is the smart switch set to Inching... Assuming that you are using the switch as per the video, there are 2 places to do this: In the eWeLink App, go to the switch's settings (3 dots in upper right corner and select Inching, activate the "Inching Settings", set the duration to 1s AND CLICK SAVE. THEREAFTER also press the mode button on the smart switch (not the pairing button). It will toggle between Inching and Self Locking mode. If these suggestions do not work, there may be an interference or other issue with the installation or switch. (I hope that one of the above may help.)

[@eugenemahlangu2328]

Thank, I just installed the switch and had the same issue. Problem sorted after activating the itching as advised. Thank you very much

[@ctguy82]

Hi, why do i need to change the inching setting? What does that do?

[@mohammedhoosen2493]

How did you configure Google Home/Assistant to use the commands "Open the Gate" ? I can only get it to work when I say "Turn on the Gate" which doesn't make sense lol. I tried the Google Home "Shortcut Settings", "Routines" added a command/starter and then an action "Gate=Turn on" but still can't get it working

[@WalterScharnick]

Hey Mohammed. Struggling with the same issue. Have you made any progress with this?

[@mohammedhoosen2493]

@@WalterScharnick unfortunately not.. I think it may have to do with the firmware on the boards I have. I will have to see if there's different versions of the firmware available

[@WalterScharnick]

@@mohammedhoosen2493, that's a bummer. Don't think the firmware has anything to do with it as I have the very latest standard firmware unless you mean non-stock firmware?

[@isphome1]

My sincere apologies for the delayed response... It think your process as per above is spot on. I would just change the last ACTION part to something like "Gate on" or "Switch on Gate"...

[@isphome1]

I assume that the gate switch is available in the Home App and is called "Gate"?

[@carnage84ad]

Nice video. Can you use a sonoff basic? The output according to ure device has 3outputs and basic has 2

[@isphome1]

The module used to trigger the gate in the video has a 0V output (i.e. only closing the circuit to trigger the motor). The Sonoff Basic has an output of 120v / 220v and can unfortunately not be used in the same manner as on the video. There is however a workaround (involving cutting and soldering) to modify the Basic to output 0V, but in my mind (and for the price) the 1Ch inching switch is a better option.

[@isphome1]

If the housing / protection is a concern, there are now options of the 1ch module inside a Basic-like case...

[@ashhourigan7843]

Im looking at doing this install. What size gauge and type of wiring must be used to connect the various terminals?

[@pieterdp1626]

I see that the installation manual for my gate motor recommends 0.2mm² thickness wire. As long as the wifi module is in the proximity of the gate motor, I would not be too worried about wiring thickness.

[@zaahiddadabhay9784]

Hi, how did you change the command to 'open' and 'close' I followed your instructions but Google home only responds to 'turn on'

[@isphome1]

I added a Routine within Google Assistant... If I say "Open Gate", then "Switch on Gate"

[@mostertjl]

i can tseem to find the sonoff product anymore, is there a new product from sonoff that can also do the same?

[@isphome1]

My apologies for the late reply... Have a look at this link: isphome.co.za/shop/works-with-ewelink/ewelink-1ch-5v-and-7-32v-inching-and-locking/

[@isphome1]

choose the 1ch, Wifi only version

[@thestar2314]

Will it work on garage as well, im looking to wifi gate and garage

[@isphome1]

Hi, yes it will work with most Garage doors as well

[@Gizmo4294]

Great tutorial, thank you so much! Could someone share the link for the right Sonoff switch to buy that's used in this video?

[@isphome1]

Apologies for the late reply. www.isphome.co.za/products/sonoff-1channel-inching-self-locking-wifi-switch-5v-and-12v-7-32v There are also a few other options that will also show whether the gate is open or closed...

[@gavinseagers8877]

Do you have a video on how to connect the light that turns on with the gate?

[@isphome1]

Unfortunately not yet, but I plan to add a few more videos in coming weeks... Basically you will just create a scene on the app, telling the light to switch on for a defined period every time the Gate opens. If you need urgent assistance, please contact me via the website for more details (www.isphome.co.za)

[@donovanschult5756]

Would the setup be the same for an ET Drive 500 gate motor?

[@isphome1]

Yes, it should. If I recall correctly, the connections to use on the ET motors are BT (Button Trigger) and GND, instead of Centurion motors' TRG and COM.

[@danisuciu2887]

Hi , can you help me with a Smart N1 WiFi gate opener , for a automatic kit PY600 AC. I dont know kow to make them work. When i plug the n1 wifi gate opener to the PY 600 i can open the gate from my phone but the remote contro dosen't work .

[@isphome1]

Unfortunately I do not know the PY600, but if you can control by phone, then it sounds like the connections to the wi-fi unit is correct. Have you tried to pair the remote to the gate controller again? If that doesnt work, what happens when you disconnect the wi-fi unit from the gate again?

[@danisuciu2887]

@@isphome1 The Remote dosen't lose the connection with the gate unit. If the module n1 smart wi-fi it's not plug to the electricity . But when is plug ,he cuts me off the remote accses .

[@felizdao7913]

Where do I place the board? At the gate opener which it is wired to the opener mainboard or place the board neat the wifi router so it can be pair with the router?

[@isphome1]

I placed the switch inside the gate motor, but it must be within WiFi range. I was impressed with the switch as it works perfectly even with only one bar showing on the mobile phone next to the gate.

[@ginofab]

Can you help with a problem - my gate opens to about 500mm and then stops .. I set the inching and it opens all the way but then it seems to disable my autoclose. It seems to open only to the pedestrian opening .. How do I stop it from stopping there ? If I use the button on the board it opens and closes perfectly .. if I use google assistant it opens to 500mm or so and then restarts the open when inching kicks in .. then stays open ... how do i just get it to trigger normally?

[@isphome1]

Have you managed to find a solution yet? Some gate motors have 2 connection terminals (1 to trigger full opening and another to open pedestrian opening). If this is not the issue, then check the settings of your gate motor as well. Some gate motors have a mode to fully open the gate when triggered (inching), as well as a mode to open for as long as the remote button is pressed. Lastly, make sure that the wifi switch mode (button furthest from the centre of the board) is also set to inching... pressing this button once changes the mode from latching to inching. If none of the above works, then I am afraid that it will take some on-site troubleshooting.

[@ginofab]

@@isphome1 it seems to be working (may have been the latching function) ..but oddly, every now and again when I trigger it .. it opens to that position and then closes again. It seems to do it when i am between routers .. or switching my phone to mobile data as I come out the house .. I use the google assistant and then have to try twice before it opens all the way ..! I'll keep at it ..

[@ginofab]

@@isphome1 I'll the google assistant to open the gate and it stops short ..then it auto closes ..and when I repeat the action once its closed ... then it opens fully ! .. rather strange

[@taonashumba6996]

I don't want to make the RF remote redundant. Is it still possible to use this solution or should I consider a different switch that accommodates RF and WiFi?

[@murrayschreiber739]

The Sonoff device only provides a trigger to the gate motor, thus the remote still works as well as from your phone. You can get a smart controller with RF built-in, but no need for this application as you have an existing remote.

[@LangylangZA]

EACHEN WiFi/RF Inching Relay Momentary/Self-Locking Switch Module ST-DC1

[@Marnitzv]

Have you managed to make it work? I'm struggling to have my RF receiver and WiFi relay switch work together.

[@isphome1]

how have you connected it and what does it do? As Murray said, the WiFi switch should not have any impactt on the existing RF remote.

[@katlehocindi677]

I installed the sonoff wifi switch but now my remotes don't work. Doesn't look like you can do both wifi and remote.

[@sarelkepater]

I followed your instructions and it disabled my remotes... Only the Sonoff device worked. After disconnecting the sonoff device the remotes worked again. I then looked at another video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rIrYpqirhZyHldU - this resolved the issue...

[@stevenday8267]

Gate with electric fence and spot light to keep out the errrr Lions..... ..

[@taliluvhengo5928]

Not south African huh? 😬