Infrared (IR) in Home Assistant – Make Dumb Devices Smart with ESPHome

8 Jun

In this video I'll show you how to integrate IR control into ESPHome and Home Assistant. We'll clone an existing remote, create buttons to control devices like TVs and air conditioning, and set up automations so Home Assistant can do it all for you.

Watch the video here: Video Link

Github Repo: Link

🛒 Parts list:

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All-in-One Option:

ESP32 Dev Board x1:

🔗 https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CNYM28CK/?tag=lazytechgeekshop-21

SweetSerenade Infrared Transmitter-Receiver 360° x1:

🔗https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DK5F6MH2/?tag=lazytechgeekshop-21

DIY Option:

ESP32 Dev Board x1 (38-pin - requires both 3.3V and 5V pins)

🔗 https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CNYM28CK/?tag=lazytechgeekshop-21

VS1838B IR Receiver x1 & IR Transmitter LEDs x4 (5mm 940nm) Kit