So basically a smart "Kill a Watt", right? Sounds useful
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SA smart plugs that can be flashed with Tasmota
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Arthur
Honorary Master
Yeah. Delivered yesterday.
TheRidDlerX
Senior Member
Very nice. I bought 3 Ultralink PO1-W's from someone and I'm so stubborn that I'm waiting for them to fix the OTA flash on the newer firmware before actually writing them off and getting new ones
Wanted to ask did you flash over the air or did you physically open the plug?
I have one of those. How did you flash it?
Arthur
Honorary Master
No OTA flash support, so opened them up, soldered on headers at back of board to 5V, GND, TX and RX pads. Attached FTDI (remembering to switch FTDI jumper to 5V not 3.3V), then Tasmotized. Did two in quick succession, without issue.
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Thestealth
Expert Member
Out of pure curiosity, why do these need to be flashed with 5v? Is there some sort of interface that needs flashing? What chipset does it use?
Thestealth
Expert Member
These plugs are on sale at Leroy Merlin for R299. https://leroymerlin.co.za/ultra-lin...fxE-rK0jNOpkpKL8CqBXktKHHSq79oSkaAqwAEALw_wcB
Arthur
Honorary Master
The pad at the back is marked 5V, so that's what I used on the FTDI module.
I presume it has an ESP8266, which is why it can be flashed with Tasmota.
I presume it has an ESP8266, which is why it can be flashed with Tasmota.
Arthur
Honorary Master
The board pad at the back is marked 5V, so that's what I used on the FTDI module.
I presume it has an ESP8266, which is why it can be flashed with Tasmota.
I won't use the factory firmware and apps because I don't want the device phoning home to China.
Thestealth
Expert Member
I've flashed all of our Sonoff and Tuya switches over the last 3 weeks and the only time I've used 5v was when I flashed the NSPanel. I'm glad I picked up on your feedback because I would've continue with 3.3v for eternity without checking.
Arthur
Honorary Master
This Vizia smart plug is the first I've seen with 5V. Everything else I've done is 3.3V.
There must be a reason many FTDIs have a jumper for the power voltage.
I recall reading somewhere that some modules print the incorrect voltage on the PCB, but since I couldn't find any detail on the Vizia board I took the risk of believing them when they printed 5V. Fortunately it worked on both the plugs.
There must be a reason many FTDIs have a jumper for the power voltage.
I recall reading somewhere that some modules print the incorrect voltage on the PCB, but since I couldn't find any detail on the Vizia board I took the risk of believing them when they printed 5V. Fortunately it worked on both the plugs.
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Anyone managed to flash these and/or used them / recommend them:
www.geewiz.co.za
Under R200 each now -- or is there a better one with:
a. energy monitoring
b. tasmoto flashable? or is that no longer a thing?
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Under R200 each now -- or is there a better one with:
a. energy monitoring
b. tasmoto flashable? or is that no longer a thing?
Would below outdoor wifi plug work with SA current?
DEWENWILS Outdoor Smart Wi-Fi Outlet Box, Heavy Duty 40A 120-277 VAC 2HP Wireless Controller Timer Switch for Pool, Water Heater, Compatible with Smart Phone, Alexa, Google Assistant, UL Listed https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PP2KNNH/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_62XKJZS97HCS7SW21ZYB
Says 120 to 277 VAC. I assume this means it can work with SA's 220V?
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But 10A too low for a plug or rather too risky? 16A being better/safer?
277VAC, 2HP, 10A FLA, 60A LRA
DEWENWILS Outdoor Smart Wi-Fi Outlet Box, Heavy Duty 40A 120-277 VAC 2HP Wireless Controller Timer Switch for Pool, Water Heater, Compatible with Smart Phone, Alexa, Google Assistant, UL Listed https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PP2KNNH/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_62XKJZS97HCS7SW21ZYB
Says 120 to 277 VAC. I assume this means it can work with SA's 220V?
Edit
But 10A too low for a plug or rather too risky? 16A being better/safer?
277VAC, 2HP, 10A FLA, 60A LRA
Thestealth
Expert Member
What about something like this?
Sonoff S55 Wifi Waterproof Wall Socket
Sonoff S55 is a handy Waterproof Smart Socket that can connect to your home Wi-Fi network and make you manage and program devices from far with your phone or voice via Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. Adopts heavy-duty IP55 weather resistant material ensures it is rugged and safe when you use...
www.robofactory.co.za
Can be flashed with Tasmota as well, if you are so inclined
Have two s55 plugs already. Used 1.What about something like this?
Sonoff S55 Wifi Waterproof Wall Socket
Sonoff S55 is a handy Waterproof Smart Socket that can connect to your home Wi-Fi network and make you manage and program devices from far with your phone or voice via Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. Adopts heavy-duty IP55 weather resistant material ensures it is rugged and safe when you use...
Can be flashed with Tasmota as well, if you are so inclined
But installed inside a weatherproof box as on its own you cant leave a plug outside permanently.
chickenbeef
Executive Member
This thread has 25 pages about this.
I dont mind flashing to Tasmota but i prefer one that is supported without flashing.