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Guides
JL-AD3W-HT-V3 AC-DC Power Module Pinout
The JL-AD3W-HT-V3 is a small AC-DC power module that turns mains voltage into a low DC voltage for a microcontroller project. This guide covers the terminals, the specifications, how to connect it and, above all, how to stay safe around mains voltage.
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HomeKit
ESP32 Mini Smart Switch with Monitor
For the hobby developer who wants full control over their smart hardware, the Aubess Power Monitor Switch is an excellent starting point.
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HomeKit
ESP32 HomeKit for Total Beginners
A slow, friendly, step-by-step guide from zero to working HomeKit accessory. I get a lot of e-mails and questions from people who want to “give ESP32 HomeKit a try”, but who get stuck almost immediately.
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HomeKit
ESP32 Power Plug with Energy Meter
For many years, the Dutch retailer Action has sold affordable smart‑home devices under the LSC Smart Connect brand.
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HomeKit
ESP32 Power Plug
For years, the Dutch retailer Action has offered affordable smart-home devices under the brand LSC Smart Connect.
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HomeKit
ESP32 Smart Connect Plug
For years, the Dutch retailer Action has offered affordable smart-home devices under the brand LSC Smart Connect.
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Projects
ESP8685-WROOM-03 Programmer
For one of my new projects, I wanted to program an ESP8685-WROOM-03 module without soldering. Because let’s be honest... sometimes you just don’t want to mess around with flux, heat, and tiny pads.
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