The APDS-9960 is a sensor that can be connected to a microcontroller such as the ESP8266 via the I2C bus. With the help of the sensor it is possible to […]
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Tag: ESP8266
HowTo: ESPEasy – Connect an LDR to the ESP8266 and read its value
There are some situations in which connecting an LDR to an ESP makes sense. In this way, the brightness in a room can be measured relatively easily and for little […]
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HowTo: pxlBlck – Display relative values as a BarGraph
I started with the documentation of the pxlBlcks (which I had been postponed for a too long time) in November 2020 after Hackaday.com had announced the “GoodBye 2020” challenge. (More […]
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pxlBlck – An IOT/SmartHome information system
pxlBlck is a system of hardware and software to set up an information system for the SmartHome. Various software and hardware options are available. Thanks to the integration in an […]
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HowTo: ESPEasy – Use a PCA9685 and ESPEasy to control servos
The PCA9685 is a PWM port expander. This makes it possible to connect up to 16 LEDs, servos or other components to your ESP8266 and supply them with a PWM […]
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How To: ESP Easy – Install and configure the Nerdy PanelMeter plugin
In the article Build your own retro SmartHome display via analog displays, is explained how to assemble your own Retro SmartHome display. But unfortunately even the best hardware is nothing […]
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