homebridge-sternet-smart-lan

This is a Homebridge plugin for controlling Sternet Smart devices locally over LAN. It allows you to integrate your Sternet Smart devices with HomeKit, enabling control through the Home app and Siri.

Features

• Local control of Sternet Smart devices over LAN connection
• No cloud dependency required
• Support for:
  • CCT Downlighters

Prerequisites

• Node.js 18 or later
• Homebridge v1.8.0 or later
• Sternet Smart devices connected to your local network

Installation

You can install this plugin through the Homebridge Config UI X or manually by running:

npm install -g homebridge-sternet-smart-lan

Configuration

Add the following to your Homebridge config.json or use the Homebridge Config UI X to configure:

{
    "platform": "SternetSmartHomebridgeLan",
    "devices": [
        {
            "name": "CCT Downlighter 1",
            "ip": "192.168.1.100",
            "type": "cct_downlighter"
        }
    ],
}

Configuration Options

| Parameter | Type | Default | Description | |-----------|------|---------|-------------| | platform | String | Required | Must be "SternetSmartPlatform" | | devices | Array | Optional | Manual device configuration |

Device Configuration Options

| Parameter | Type | Default | Description | |-----------|------|---------|-------------| | name | String | Required | Name of the device | | ip | String | Required | IP address of the device | | type | String | Required | Device type ("cct_downlighter") |

Usage

1. Install the plugin
2. Configure your devices either manually or using auto-discovery
3. Restart Homebridge
4. Your Sternet Smart devices should appear in the Home app

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

1. Device Not Found

   • Ensure the device is connected to your local network
   • Verify the IP address is correct
   • Check if the device is responsive using ping

2. Connection Failed

   • Verify your network settings
   • Ensure the device firmware is up to date
   • Check if the device is accessible through the Sternet Smart app

3. Device Not Responding

   • Check your network connection
   • Verify the device's power supply
   • Restart the device

Development

# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/ayushsharma82/homebridge-sternet-smart-lan.git

# Install dependencies
npm install

# Build the plugin
npm run build

# Link for development
npm link

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Please feel free to submit a Pull Request.

Support

For bugs, feature requests, and discussions, please use the GitHub Issues page.

Credits

This plugin is built and maintained by @ayushsharma82. Special thanks to the Homebridge community & Sternet Smart team for their support.

Disclaimer

This plugin is not affiliated with, funded, or in any way associated with Sternet Smart. All product names, logos, and brands are property of their respective owners.