Blynk recently released their new app, they will eventually be shutting down and ending support for the older blynk. It doesn’t appear that they’ll allow us to run our own local servers… …wondering if you guys knew, had any plans to upgrade…
They cannot stop you from running your own server. We will continue to run our local server for our needs. I think it was a pretty jerk move of them, having backed their Kickstarter to get this project off the ground, paying for energy credits for dozens of projects that I built for friends and family, and then promoting it on RUclips making how-to videos which I know many dozens of people have followed. To make a "New and Improved" platform which is completely incompatible with the old one, lacking many features, probably still full of bugs which they expect the community to find and report... And then pay $5 per month per device, forget it, I'm pretty appalled and embarrassed to have made the videos promoting it. But like I said, they cannot stop you from continuing to use what you already have, running a local server on a raspberry pi, or setting up your own server in the cloud... The only way they can really stop you is if they put a kill switch in the app that when you upgrade your phone OS to the next version it will become "incompatible". The backlash online looks to be pretty severe, I hope they are doing this as a marketing ploy to promote the new platform, and that they keep the old server going...
@@Everlanders I’ve also purchased a fair bit of energy and spent a lot of time developing my skills around the app. I’ve already got a local server running on a pi. But my concern that the app will get outdated in future IOS updates is real. The 5 bucks a month supports 10 devices, you can add more for 5 dollars a pop, but it’s a 1 time fee, so not too bad. My original plan was to have a bunch of amazon fire tablets mounted around in my rig and use them as blynk and Victron control panels. Since that’s their dedicated purpose I could probably extend the life of the system by never updating them.
@@Everlanders Awesome videos, thank you for the hard work. For someone starting out, any alternatives you’ve come across to take the place of Blynk? I cant tell if I can run the local server without signing up for the legacy app.
@@Everlanders Looks like it's now 10 devices for $5/mo. I used it about a year ago controlling a crane truck, was nice just buying the controls outright, I'm not such a fan of the monthly. Keep us posted if you find something else, our next project is an RV/bus, getting tons of inspiration right here keep em coming! Ended up making an NRF24 controller for the crane anyway, didn't really seem practical using a phone, was just playing around, and well, because I could.... ruclips.net/video/ANOK_Ym52KY/видео.html
I am a Control Engineer etc and this was great to watch. I am retired but I miss my work. I really like the info that you give of what you use to make things work and that you keep it simple with products that are inexpensive and easily available anywhere. You were not long winded just as thorough as you needed to be to get the process across to the average laymen. I am sure you sparked a lot of interest and ideas in those who watched the video. Thanks.
You said "If There Was more Interest" I have WAY more then more interest :) Loved the video and since we are all locked inside it's a great time to learn a new hobby.
I loved this so much! I never thought I would ever want to dive this deep into doing my own raspberry pi making, but you have inspired me to give it a go!
Honestly, I like the longer format. It might not be ideal for everyone but I like to see how you work your process. I also appreciate that even though everything works as-is, you find ways to automate and improve functionality. You hit all the maker modalities. From modding, coding, prototyping, hacking. Really awesome to see how the setup evolves. This video did need more cyborg hands though.
I'm not even finished with this video yet. (40:00 of 53:00). I'm totally thrilled with the level of detail on this. You're answering a million questions I've had along the way about these sort of things. Fortunately, I'm a coder, so as you're getting into that here, I should be able to follow along.... mostly.
Watched the whole way through! Id LOVE To watch anything else you have on this sort of topic! you do a really good job at explaining automation and programming for these little Arduino style boards. and i want MOAR!
I have wanted to get into this for a LONG time, this is the first video that actually made this stuff make sense, thank you so much!!! Can't wait to start messing around with this. Love how affordable the components are. Thanks again :)
This is a fabulous video for those of us who are technically inclined you are brief enough and detailed enough all at the same time wonderful job not too long full of information thank you
I made it to the end, being a professional programmer, I found this very inspiring. I have to say, you dumped a ton of info, not for the faint of heart. All the same, thank you!
This is exactly what I've been looking for for months. Some may say that your presentation was "dry" however I personally appreciate your candid style whereby you do not pretend to be anyone but yourself. With that said, you were able to convey the relevant information in a concise manner without any theatrics. Many thanks for your time and content. I will most definitely review your other videos. On a side note, I stumbled upon your channel whilst researching for my DIY composite panel off road trailer project. Cheers from OZ
I made it to the end, and will continue in the series. I’m in the process of building a van, I’m a semi retired AB, and Siemens programmer, and find this fascinating. Things I want to do, and no subscriptions for software. Keep up the good work.
Great video! I teach CISCO IoT Fundamentals at a High School in Oklahoma and I just assigned this video as a distance learning assignment for my students.
No, I tapped 5 volts from the controller board from the AC unit, and in the case of the fan I used a switching power supply as indicated in our web site post: everlanders.com/2020/04/06/automation-arduino-and-blynk/
I love the engineering level discussion. I watch youtube for ideas. I'll figure out the details if it's something I want to accomplish. Wasn't expecting for an over landing topic. Pleasantly surprised.
Perfectly paced content... there are a million videos out there that talk about solder pin7 to pin 9, and then they refer to software that is probably out of date. This just talks about the principles with real world issues and then moves on! Love it!
Loved all 53 min and 14 secs! Keep em coming. Used to use zwave for home automation - when I had a home - but haven't done any automation in the RV. You make the WeMos look cool! 😎😎
Dude.. I could watch your videos non-stop and mostly have. Any addendum videos I'll for sure watch and will be looking back to these videos as references when building my coming projects. Relays have always seemed too complicated to me and I've resisted so many cool projects for one reason or another but seeing your pilots using these components is exactly what I needed.
NOW THIS I ENJOYED! I'm a computer specialist who had to retire because I have diabetes. I've had it for 30 years and the peripheral neuropathy has taken its toll. The mind however is sharp as ever and I now want to do this to my house. I'll just have to figure out how to do it with my hands the way they are.
WoW hardware and software to do work. I like the detail of making more connections with the dermal tool. I wondered how you were going to do that with the relay pins on the parallel connections. Simply marvellous and all in the back of an RV. I want more please !!
Hi there, i am slowly going through your many videos. I discovered you only recently. What an amazing work. This automation intro was great and it could helm me solve some of my issues with my build. Cheers and enjoy your travels and makes! And till the end!
This was a great video! Just enough info to walk us through the entire process. I now have confidence that I can do this myself. Without a huge learning curve. Thanks!
Made it to the end....and was looking for more! Having real world needs and the step by step process to get your idea working is an excellent method, keep it up!
Made it to the end!! YES!! PLEASE!! More of this geeky content. Very much appreciate your explanation and teaching style. Thank you for this tantalizing introduction!
Made it to the end. Most fun! What I was looking for was more basic. Am planning wiring for my van build and want to prepare the groundwork for controlling lights, etc by physical switches to relays, then advance to Pi control. Will review all your other videos. Thank you for your in depth commentary!
I didn't plan on watching it all, but then I did as it had everything I had been searching the internet for. Great content, Liked and Subscribed. Thanks Again
37:11 - For all our TL;DR Friends out there, the money shot where I get it installed and working starts at about 37:11 Also, #sorrynotsorry about triggering all the Google Homes and Phones out there. 🤣
This was exactly what I needed/wanted to see. My inner geek was quite thrilled. I have the slightly newer version of the MaxxAir, deluxe, fan on my camper and have been dying to find a way to automate the AC controls in our camper. Now my imagineering is going full geek on that and some other stuff around the house to integrate with my house automation system, Homeseer. I'll definitely be updating my house battery system on my overlanding trailer build as well. My dual 6v SLA setup has been nice, and an affordable way to have power onboard, but it's stupid heavy. Plus, like you've mentioned in other videos, the SLA batteries are just so mush less efficient. I just wanted to say thank you again for sharing all of this. I'm a bit of a RUclips junkie but never felt the need/desire to "join" a channel. Y'all's channel definitely earned that "1st" with me. Looking forward to diving into some of the premium content. Safe travels and happy camping! PS.. sorry for the novel..
Thanks so much for the novel, it's great to hear it when the work we put into videos is helpful to others. So helpful that you're convinced to member up! Thanks for that too! I too ran Homeseer for years, 180+ devices, and hundreds of scripts/events, Left that all behind to be homeless...🏆👍
Planning a build and wanted to automate a bunch of things when I came across your tour and detailed videos. Thank you so so so much for explaining everything. Much love.
I made it to the end. Great information. Thank you for making a more nuts and bolts video. I understand why they are done but I get tired of everyone’s “lite” versions so the masses won’t get bored.
Made it to the end. All I can say is: More more more. Thanks for the introduction to Blynk. Working on some home automation and that will come in handy.
Awesome Video!! Watched the whole thing and will probably be watching it again in the future as I attempt building circuits and adding controls to my camper!
Please do episodes on this topic!!! I enjoy all your vids on "how to". You do a great job breaking it down and making it all digest-able. :-) I have been away from electronics for many many years and I am just mind blown at how far thing have come for "makers" ! I am planning to do some automation system control for my van. Thanks!
i made it here. thank you so much for making this video. im a computer sciences student trying to do some home automation while in quarantine. this has been incredibly helpful. one a more emotional note i have been having a hard time maintaining my moral while studying hard and getting horrible grades. its been super stressful and expensive but watching you has reminded me why i love programing. its about making something fun and useful not about making money.
Subscribed a long time ago: tought i would turn on the fan in the middle of the night but i can't. Newbie. Bought an Arduino, read the manual. Bought Pi4, still have to read the manual. Hoping to update and automatize a '05 Monaco Signature with outdated electrical system. Love your style. So: MOAR please. Congrats. Thanks to the camerawoman for her patience. From Quebec City, CDA.
Wow what a great video. Never thought about automating things in our class a before. Because of your video i'm going to try learning how to automate some things in our bus. My wife is going to kill me. Just added 560 ah of lithium batteries to our motorhome. Now i will have another project to do while we are stuck at home. I'm a retired heavy duty mechanic. I love your great ideas you have done to your rig. Keep the great videos coming especially on the basics of automation. Cheers safe travels
Wow, this was GREAT I will be getting all the parts to start to play with. It looks like you might not enjoy doing the long technical stuff - the coding and explaining the engineering you have in your head but I hope you will do more tutorials like this or even more intricate. I'm 67 and won't be going to Engineering school so your time and expertise is GREATLY appreciated THANKS
I bought a bunch of Arduino bits and bobs to bring an old motorcycle into the 21st century so I have been watching tons of videos like this. I rather prefer real world applications over someone just telling/showing me how to write the code so this video is right up my alley. I am also building a couple of vans that I hope to automate using more of this tech.
This was great! I've been using Tasmota for years on Sonoff Basic devices (ESP8266 +110V 10A relay + 3.3&5v transformer. Then I graduated to ESP32 and relay boards. I've only used Tasmota, but I'm going to give Blynk a try. I'm not an overlander, but I'm subscribing (fan on full blast) because every skill you would use in that is of use to me. Great content, Brother! ☮️❤️🌈
Excellent video!! Well laid out and explained!! You did not go too long! You covered probably the minimum amount of info so that we could connect the dots and ideas so to speak! I would gladly watch probably any number of videos you chose to do on this subject!! Liked !! Subbed !!
I know I'm late to the party, but I made it to the end! I already subscribed the other day, and we're well past April 2020, so I'm sad to have missed maxing the MaxxAir Maxxfan (lol). Regardless, this whole setup is impressive! I'm a software developer who's always been curious about the electronic side of things. You've provided a great window view into the setup and assembly of custom automation. I've a RPi3B+ I've only ever used for software tinkering, but you've inspired me to get an electronics kit to play with. Thanks for doing what you do!
Hell yes!!! I just discovered this channel and immediately subscribed after watching just the first 10 minutes of this video. I also made it to the end of the video! Please keep it coming! :)
How did I not know about this channel before? Love this kind of content. Now going to check out your video on DIY rearview which we need for our overlander.
oh my... New follower with decades of elecrical engineering... Love the Pixie connotation... The title of this videosucked me in... I have many Pi's wanted more advanced, but it was entertaining. Keep up the work.
This is great. Not bothered by the length; I'd rather have something "long", but sufficiently detailed and thorough so as to be actionable -which this's absolutely been. Thanks a bunch and here's hoping you share more in this vein.
Amazing amount of details and introduction to automation here. Thank you for taking the time and making this. One of the early subscribers and love the time you take to show the effort that goes into suck a great build. You knowledge all around is very impressive!
Made it to the end! I'm assuming I'm of the minority in that I came to your channel because of the technical stuff (Android Atuo specifically), and stuck around because I like the overall project. The more technical "how-to" type videos you do, the happier I'll be!
I'm planning to convert an Iveco Daily XLWB next year (it was supposed to have happened this year, but then Covid happened) and it's going to be completely automated and voice controlled (at least that's the plan). I currently have my house automated via Google Home and SmartThings. That is not a viable option for the van though, since I'd need a constant reliable Internet connection to run it, which would be difficult on the road. Your channel was recommended to me as the best source of information for everything van automation. I've watched a couple of your vids and have to say, I'm impressed! It's going to be a steep learning curve for me (since I'm severely technologically challenged), but I see it as a challenge. These videos are going to be an immense help. Thank you ever so much for all the work you do. 👍🏼😉
Im about thirty minutes into this build and its very interesting. I've never been super techy but I have an engineering type brain so I can follow along fairly well and I must say that you have me interested in programming and automations! thanks for the content.
I have wanted to get into this for a LONG time, got some of the stuff, great to see the whole process, thank you so much!!! You said "If There Was more Interest" I have WAY more then more interest :)
I made it to the end and I like the micro-controller tech so please more more more. I didn't know about Blynk before watching your video and am in the process of adding "smarts" to our travel trailer so would love an entire video on all things Blynk.
came from Adam Savage one day build to your page not sure how or why; the 550 intrigued me, now I'm up eating waffles "fritzin" to like a subscribe! Time to breakout the telecom home study course from years back--breakout boards jumpers, fiber optic connectors--ooh yeah great stuff here, nice rig, excellent vid!
Outstanding intro. Thank you! Really piqued my interest. Looking forward to more videos and exploring the rest of your channel. Hope I didn't blast your fan too early in the morning for you!!
I made it to the end!!! Lookin' forward to your next techie video!!!! Hopin' to melt a bunch of your experience with a few of my gaggle of idears (ideas) on our future rig (possibly a Ram 5500 4x4 cc with SSs carrin' a truck-camper)! Stay Safe, Stay Well & Stay Happy!
Your are an amazingly articulate teacher. I really like your content. I am ready to dive into audrino and controlling thing in our RV. Hope the fan speed kicked up and cooled off your rig ;-)
Have been watching since you started building your camper and all the innovations. Very Interested in the automation you've built in to your rig. Please share more when you have a chance. Stay safe.
Wow, i’ve always wanted to do home automation. I don’t have the electronics knowledge but do have the programming knowledge. Going to try a project during this quarantine. Thanks for the inspiration. Also, made it to the end.
Blynk recently released their new app, they will eventually be shutting down and ending support for the older blynk.
It doesn’t appear that they’ll allow us to run our own local servers…
…wondering if you guys knew, had any plans to upgrade…
They cannot stop you from running your own server. We will continue to run our local server for our needs.
I think it was a pretty jerk move of them, having backed their Kickstarter to get this project off the ground, paying for energy credits for dozens of projects that I built for friends and family, and then promoting it on RUclips making how-to videos which I know many dozens of people have followed. To make a "New and Improved" platform which is completely incompatible with the old one, lacking many features, probably still full of bugs which they expect the community to find and report... And then pay $5 per month per device, forget it, I'm pretty appalled and embarrassed to have made the videos promoting it.
But like I said, they cannot stop you from continuing to use what you already have, running a local server on a raspberry pi, or setting up your own server in the cloud... The only way they can really stop you is if they put a kill switch in the app that when you upgrade your phone OS to the next version it will become "incompatible".
The backlash online looks to be pretty severe, I hope they are doing this as a marketing ploy to promote the new platform, and that they keep the old server going...
@@Everlanders I’ve also purchased a fair bit of energy and spent a lot of time developing my skills around the app. I’ve already got a local server running on a pi. But my concern that the app will get outdated in future IOS updates is real.
The 5 bucks a month supports 10 devices, you can add more for 5 dollars a pop, but it’s a 1 time fee, so not too bad.
My original plan was to have a bunch of amazon fire tablets mounted around in my rig and use them as blynk and Victron control panels. Since that’s their dedicated purpose I could probably extend the life of the system by never updating them.
@@Everlanders Awesome videos, thank you for the hard work. For someone starting out, any alternatives you’ve come across to take the place of Blynk? I cant tell if I can run the local server without signing up for the legacy app.
@@Everlanders Looks like it's now 10 devices for $5/mo. I used it about a year ago controlling a crane truck, was nice just buying the controls outright, I'm not such a fan of the monthly. Keep us posted if you find something else, our next project is an RV/bus, getting tons of inspiration right here keep em coming!
Ended up making an NRF24 controller for the crane anyway, didn't really seem practical using a phone, was just playing around, and well, because I could....
ruclips.net/video/ANOK_Ym52KY/видео.html
No, you can still just run the server locally, that's what we've been doing for years anyway...
I am a Control Engineer etc and this was great to watch. I am retired but I miss my work. I really like the info that you give of what you use to make things work and that you keep it simple with products that are inexpensive and easily available anywhere. You were not long winded just as thorough as you needed to be to get the process across to the average laymen. I am sure you sparked a lot of interest and ideas in those who watched the video. Thanks.
You said "If There Was more Interest" I have WAY more then more interest :) Loved the video and since we are all locked inside it's a great time to learn a new hobby.
HOME SCHOOLING for "Sheltered in place" adults!
Great till the very end.
THANK YOU so much! 😃
Dude... I've only ever met one person like you in my life. Much respect and most impressive and extra cool you will teach us this stuff
I loved this so much! I never thought I would ever want to dive this deep into doing my own raspberry pi making, but you have inspired me to give it a go!
Absolutely brilliant, pitched at just my level. Please make more.
Honestly, I like the longer format. It might not be ideal for everyone but I like to see how you work your process. I also appreciate that even though everything works as-is, you find ways to automate and improve functionality. You hit all the maker modalities. From modding, coding, prototyping, hacking. Really awesome to see how the setup evolves. This video did need more cyborg hands though.
My favorite comment of the day 🏆
"we could trim it, but its a very sensitive electroni--"GNEEEAAAWWW
Actually laughed out loud when he said that
and then rewound so the girlfriend could see "What's so funny?"
@@ryderstout7358 Ditto!
Nice instruction. I almost began to believe I was understanding the process. Your"dead pan" humor is always a nice addition.
I was being totally serious...?? 😜
I'm not even finished with this video yet. (40:00 of 53:00). I'm totally thrilled with the level of detail on this. You're answering a million questions I've had along the way about these sort of things. Fortunately, I'm a coder, so as you're getting into that here, I should be able to follow along.... mostly.
Watched the whole way through! Id LOVE To watch anything else you have on this sort of topic! you do a really good job at explaining automation and programming for these little Arduino style boards. and i want MOAR!
Likewise!
AGREED!
Yes!
Same here and same on seeing more programming and automating for the average Joe!
I have wanted to get into this for a LONG time, this is the first video that actually made this stuff make sense, thank you so much!!! Can't wait to start messing around with this. Love how affordable the components are. Thanks again :)
Couldn't agree more!
Of course I made it to the end. Engineer/skier here planning on building a van and had always wondered how to tie all of these bits together. Thanks!!
This is a fabulous video for those of us who are technically inclined you are brief enough and detailed enough all at the same time wonderful job not too long full of information thank you
I made it to the end, being a professional programmer, I found this very inspiring. I have to say, you dumped a ton of info, not for the faint of heart. All the same, thank you!
@everlanders, what Arduino board are you using again? Do you have a link to it, by chance?
Made it to 51:27. Loved the delicate way you moded the circuit board corner.
This is exactly what I've been looking for for months. Some may say that your presentation was "dry" however I personally appreciate your candid style whereby you do not pretend to be anyone but yourself. With that said, you were able to convey the relevant information in a concise manner without any theatrics. Many thanks for your time and content. I will most definitely review your other videos. On a side note, I stumbled upon your channel whilst researching for my DIY composite panel off road trailer project. Cheers from OZ
I really love your technical videos. This is opening up a new world for me. "I made it here"
I made it to the end, and will continue in the series. I’m in the process of building a van, I’m a semi retired AB, and Siemens programmer, and find this fascinating. Things I want to do, and no subscriptions for software. Keep up the good work.
It was great all the way through. Thanks for taking the time to share and thanks to your supporters.
Thanks, just the info and direction I need. Retired electrical engineer and had no problem following.
A part 2 would be HIGHLY appreciated!! Excellent!!
Great video! I teach CISCO IoT Fundamentals at a High School in Oklahoma and I just assigned this video as a distance learning assignment for my students.
Wow, I'm blown away and honored!
@@Everlanders to power the D1 minis are you using a DC to DC buck converter when only the automotive 12v system is available?
No, I tapped 5 volts from the controller board from the AC unit, and in the case of the fan I used a switching power supply as indicated in our web site post: everlanders.com/2020/04/06/automation-arduino-and-blynk/
I'm too stupid to understand what you're talking about but I appreciate the effort. Love the channel, stay safe.
Great great great video. All I wanted to know about those wemos in a well explained, easy, right to the point video. Love it 👍👍
I love the engineering level discussion. I watch youtube for ideas. I'll figure out the details if it's something I want to accomplish. Wasn't expecting for an over landing topic. Pleasantly surprised.
Perfectly paced content... there are a million videos out there that talk about solder pin7 to pin 9, and then they refer to software that is probably out of date. This just talks about the principles with real world issues and then moves on! Love it!
Loved all 53 min and 14 secs! Keep em coming. Used to use zwave for home automation - when I had a home - but haven't done any automation in the RV. You make the WeMos look cool! 😎😎
Dude.. I could watch your videos non-stop and mostly have. Any addendum videos I'll for sure watch and will be looking back to these videos as references when building my coming projects. Relays have always seemed too complicated to me and I've resisted so many cool projects for one reason or another but seeing your pilots using these components is exactly what I needed.
The addendums can all be found here: ruclips.net/p/PL0uBLqOOwG8iQo1QR74MBbUshZk6FOKfX
NOW THIS I ENJOYED! I'm a computer specialist who had to retire because I have diabetes. I've had it for 30 years and the peripheral neuropathy has taken its toll. The mind however is sharp as ever and I now want to do this to my house. I'll just have to figure out how to do it with my hands the way they are.
WoW hardware and software to do work. I like the detail of making more connections with the dermal tool. I wondered how you were going to do that with the relay pins on the parallel connections. Simply marvellous and all in the back of an RV. I want more please !!
This video is gold, watched the whole thing and I'll definitely be buying a few of these boards to try it out.
Hi there, i am slowly going through your many videos. I discovered you only recently. What an amazing work. This automation intro was great and it could helm me solve some of my issues with my build. Cheers and enjoy your travels and makes!
And till the end!
This was a great video! Just enough info to walk us through the entire process. I now have confidence that I can do this myself. Without a huge learning curve. Thanks!
Made it to the end....and was looking for more! Having real world needs and the step by step process to get your idea working is an excellent method, keep it up!
Thanks Adam...
Made it to the end!! YES!! PLEASE!! More of this geeky content. Very much appreciate your explanation and teaching style. Thank you for this tantalizing introduction!
No worries mate. I very much appreciate the motivation you give me. An hour is long on RUclips.
Made it to the end. Most fun!
What I was looking for was more basic.
Am planning wiring for my van build and want to prepare the groundwork for controlling lights, etc by physical switches to relays, then advance to Pi control.
Will review all your other videos.
Thank you for your in depth commentary!
This video will have a little more of the DC switching stuff your looking for. ruclips.net/video/AL1_fvPZXMk/видео.html
More videos like this.
Go full nerd more often. This was very informative.
Great instruction overview. Recently started into the world of Pi, Arduino, and now you've added Wemos to my list.
Great post! I made it “here”. Watched the whole video. Great walk through on hooking all these technologies together. Thank you.
Great video! I’m embarking on some self contained automation so this has got me off on the right foot! Thank you for sharing.
Glad to see more modding! Just what I needed now that I've moved my company remote and can relax a little.
I didn't plan on watching it all, but then I did as it had everything I had been searching the internet for. Great content, Liked and Subscribed. Thanks Again
37:11 - For all our TL;DR Friends out there, the money shot where I get it installed and working starts at about 37:11 Also, #sorrynotsorry about triggering all the Google Homes and Phones out there. 🤣
I'm just glad I use headphones 😂
'She' cheerfully informed me we don't have any fans..... lol
LOL My baby was sleeping in the other room and it shot all the lights on, thankfully he didn't wake up!
Lol, the gift that keeps on giving...
This was exactly what I needed/wanted to see. My inner geek was quite thrilled. I have the slightly newer version of the MaxxAir, deluxe, fan on my camper and have been dying to find a way to automate the AC controls in our camper. Now my imagineering is going full geek on that and some other stuff around the house to integrate with my house automation system, Homeseer. I'll definitely be updating my house battery system on my overlanding trailer build as well. My dual 6v SLA setup has been nice, and an affordable way to have power onboard, but it's stupid heavy. Plus, like you've mentioned in other videos, the SLA batteries are just so mush less efficient. I just wanted to say thank you again for sharing all of this. I'm a bit of a RUclips junkie but never felt the need/desire to "join" a channel. Y'all's channel definitely earned that "1st" with me. Looking forward to diving into some of the premium content. Safe travels and happy camping!
PS.. sorry for the novel..
Thanks so much for the novel, it's great to hear it when the work we put into videos is helpful to others. So helpful that you're convinced to member up! Thanks for that too! I too ran Homeseer for years, 180+ devices, and hundreds of scripts/events, Left that all behind to be homeless...🏆👍
Planning a build and wanted to automate a bunch of things when I came across your tour and detailed videos. Thank you so so so much for explaining everything. Much love.
I made it to the end. Great information. Thank you for making a more nuts and bolts video. I understand why they are done but I get tired of everyone’s “lite” versions so the masses won’t get bored.
Made it to the end. All I can say is: More more more. Thanks for the introduction to Blynk. Working on some home automation and that will come in handy.
This a really great overview for a bunch of different technologies working together. Well done!
So happy I found your channel! Exactly what I want to be doing. Thanks for the inspiration and instruction. Also, the solar panel extenders! Wow.
Awesome! Thank you!
Awesome Video!! Watched the whole thing and will probably be watching it again in the future as I attempt building circuits and adding controls to my camper!
This is exactly the head start I need to begin creating my own automat. Thank you!
Don't connect webhooks to the self destruct button.... another brilliant one. Great video!
Please do episodes on this topic!!! I enjoy all your vids on "how to". You do a great job breaking it down and making it all digest-able. :-) I have been away from electronics for many many years and I am just mind blown at how far thing have come for "makers" ! I am planning to do some automation system control for my van. Thanks!
i made it here. thank you so much for making this video. im a computer sciences student trying to do some home automation while in quarantine. this has been incredibly helpful. one a more emotional note i have been having a hard time maintaining my moral while studying hard and getting horrible grades. its been super stressful and expensive but watching you has reminded me why i love programing. its about making something fun and useful not about making money.
Made it all the way through. All of your automation has been thought provoking.
Thanks man!
Subscribed a long time ago: tought i would turn on the fan in the middle of the night but i can't.
Newbie. Bought an Arduino, read the manual. Bought Pi4, still have to read the manual.
Hoping to update and automatize a '05 Monaco Signature with outdated electrical system.
Love your style. So: MOAR please. Congrats. Thanks to the camerawoman for her patience.
From Quebec City, CDA.
The camera woman appreciates this comment! 🎥
Wow what a great video. Never thought about automating things in our class a before. Because of your video i'm going to try learning how to automate some things in our bus. My wife is going to kill me. Just added 560 ah of lithium batteries to our motorhome. Now i will have another project to do while we are stuck at home. I'm a retired heavy duty mechanic. I love your great ideas you have done to your rig. Keep the great videos coming especially on the basics of automation.
Cheers safe travels
Fantastic video, got me intrigued to start doing similar projects in our self build. Would love a further video
Wow, this was GREAT I will be getting all the parts to start to play with. It looks like you might not enjoy doing the long technical stuff - the coding and explaining the engineering you have in your head but I hope you will do more tutorials like this or even more intricate. I'm 67 and won't be going to Engineering school so your time and expertise is GREATLY appreciated THANKS
Thanks for the vote of confidence George!
Great video, I recently found your channel and have enjoyed binge watching it. It’s given me so many great project ideas. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you so much! I feel more empowered to take on a project like this for the first time. Automation will be 1st goal once I "finish" my build out.
I bought a bunch of Arduino bits and bobs to bring an old motorcycle into the 21st century so I have been watching tons of videos like this.
I rather prefer real world applications over someone just telling/showing me how to write the code so this video is right up my alley.
I am also building a couple of vans that I hope to automate using more of this tech.
Exactly! That's how I learn best too!
This was great! I've been using Tasmota for years on Sonoff Basic devices (ESP8266 +110V 10A relay + 3.3&5v transformer. Then I graduated to ESP32 and relay boards. I've only used Tasmota, but I'm going to give Blynk a try. I'm not an overlander, but I'm subscribing (fan on full blast) because every skill you would use in that is of use to me. Great content, Brother!
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Excellent video!! Well laid out and explained!! You did not go too long! You covered probably the minimum amount of info so that we could connect the dots and ideas so to speak! I would gladly watch probably any number of videos you chose to do on this subject!! Liked !! Subbed !!
Thanks so much!
I know I'm late to the party, but I made it to the end! I already subscribed the other day, and we're well past April 2020, so I'm sad to have missed maxing the MaxxAir Maxxfan (lol). Regardless, this whole setup is impressive! I'm a software developer who's always been curious about the electronic side of things. You've provided a great window view into the setup and assembly of custom automation. I've a RPi3B+ I've only ever used for software tinkering, but you've inspired me to get an electronics kit to play with. Thanks for doing what you do!
Hell yes!!! I just discovered this channel and immediately subscribed after watching just the first 10 minutes of this video. I also made it to the end of the video! Please keep it coming! :)
Thanks for subbing
brilliant. great to see fellow engineers making things for overland
Really wonderful job! Hope your travels are safe!
How did I not know about this channel before? Love this kind of content. Now going to check out your video on DIY rearview which we need for our overlander.
Lots of good info and pitched at the right level. I fell inspired to get on with my projects.
What a great video! I feel inspired to give your ideas a try. I'd love to see some more how to videos on the topic.
This is fantastic! Made it to the end. I am doing allot of this at my house with Home Assistant, but I still learned a good bit. Thanks!
oh my... New follower with decades of elecrical engineering... Love the Pixie connotation... The title of this videosucked me in... I have many Pi's wanted more advanced, but it was entertaining. Keep up the work.
I've been coming back to this video for some years now
This is great. Not bothered by the length; I'd rather have something "long", but sufficiently detailed and thorough so as to be actionable -which this's absolutely been. Thanks a bunch and here's hoping you share more in this vein.
I made it to the end! Yes! Supplementary video please!
I made it to the end! Once I begin my project, I’ll be back through I’m sure, but this is awesome and exactly what I was looking for!
Im all in. I love your ingenuity. Keep up the great work!
Amazing amount of details and introduction to automation here. Thank you for taking the time and making this.
One of the early subscribers and love the time you take to show the effort that goes into suck a great build. You knowledge all around is very impressive!
Made it to the end! I'm assuming I'm of the minority in that I came to your channel because of the technical stuff (Android Atuo specifically), and stuck around because I like the overall project. The more technical "how-to" type videos you do, the happier I'll be!
Thanks! Tech videos take so much more time to plan and edit and they are harder to do since we hit the road. But we'll see how well it does.
I to came for Android Auto / Rasberry pi but like the channel .
I'm planning to convert an Iveco Daily XLWB next year (it was supposed to have happened this year, but then Covid happened) and it's going to be completely automated and voice controlled (at least that's the plan). I currently have my house automated via Google Home and SmartThings. That is not a viable option for the van though, since I'd need a constant reliable Internet connection to run it, which would be difficult on the road. Your channel was recommended to me as the best source of information for everything van automation. I've watched a couple of your vids and have to say, I'm impressed! It's going to be a steep learning curve for me (since I'm severely technologically challenged), but I see it as a challenge. These videos are going to be an immense help. Thank you ever so much for all the work you do. 👍🏼😉
Thanks for the kind words! 🥰
Im about thirty minutes into this build and its very interesting. I've never been super techy but I have an engineering type brain so I can follow along fairly well and I must say that you have me interested in programming and automations! thanks for the content.
Then you are really going to like our coming videos!
I am amazed ! I’m no computer guy but I do like gadgets, and you have all of them 👍🏻
I have wanted to get into this for a LONG time, got some of the stuff, great to see the whole process, thank you so much!!!
You said "If There Was more Interest" I have WAY more then more interest :)
This is by far the best automation video I've seen. thank you sir for all your hard work please keep it going. :)
Filming a better one now, Subscribe!
Made it to the end, thanks for sharing it, now i definitely need all these upgrades on my van
Yes!!! Super interested! Watched the whole video... several times... MOAR!!!! Arduino automation stuff!!!!
I made it to the end and I like the micro-controller tech so please more more more. I didn't know about Blynk before watching your video and am in the process of adding "smarts" to our travel trailer so would love an entire video on all things Blynk.
Just found this channel. This was a fantastic little overview of all your automation techniques. Gave me many ideas! Looking forward to more!
came from Adam Savage one day build to your page not sure how or why; the 550 intrigued me, now I'm up eating waffles "fritzin" to like a subscribe! Time to breakout the telecom home study course from years back--breakout boards jumpers, fiber optic connectors--ooh yeah great stuff here, nice rig, excellent vid!
Adam and I are like this: 🤞
Outstanding intro. Thank you! Really piqued my interest. Looking forward to more videos and exploring the rest of your channel. Hope I didn't blast your fan too early in the morning for you!!
I made it to the end!!! Lookin' forward to your next techie video!!!! Hopin' to melt a bunch of your experience with a few of my gaggle of idears (ideas) on our future rig (possibly a Ram 5500 4x4 cc with SSs carrin' a truck-camper)! Stay Safe, Stay Well & Stay Happy!
Your are an amazingly articulate teacher. I really like your content. I am ready to dive into audrino and controlling thing in our RV. Hope the fan speed kicked up and cooled off your rig ;-)
Thanks!
But the script fires when there's a new channel member, not subscriber... ( ruclips.net/user/everlandersjoin )
Brilliant! Two Maxxair fans here that will be getting an upgrade 👍 [made it here!]
Thank you for given the overview how all is glued together. I will shamelessly steal some of your building blocks for my cabin.
Amazing! Steal away!
Great video. Just the right amount of detail to enjoy it.
Have been watching since you started building your camper and all the innovations. Very Interested in the automation you've built in to your rig. Please share more when you have a chance. Stay safe.
Coming soon!
Wow, i’ve always wanted to do home automation. I don’t have the electronics knowledge but do have the programming knowledge. Going to try a project during this quarantine. Thanks for the inspiration. Also, made it to the end.