The version I have is actually the non-wifi variant, but the only difference appears to be that it is missing the daughterboard containing the ESP8266 module. As it seems that the only additional function this board provided was a 5v - 3.3v regulator for the ESP, I wired a Wemos D1 Mini directly to the 5v VCC, GNA, RX and TX pins on the mainboard using the integrated 5v input on the Wemos.
After swapping a couple of the GPIO pins to match the RX and TX on the Wemos:
rx_pin: GPIO03
tx_pin: GPIO01
I'm happy to report that everything seems to work perfectly, and it can now be controlled from HA! :)
I'm not sure if I need the overrun automation on this model, but I've left it in for now. It is likely that this method will work for other Electriq ACs with a Wifi/non-Wifi variant.
Many thanks for putting this project together and sharing it!
Not a bug report, but just wanted to let you know that I've successfully used your code with the Electriq 10000 BTU AC:
https://www.aircondirect.co.uk/p/1469262/electriq-ecosilent-10000-btu-quiet-portable-air-conditioner-for-rooms-up-to-28-sqm
The version I have is actually the non-wifi variant, but the only difference appears to be that it is missing the daughterboard containing the ESP8266 module. As it seems that the only additional function this board provided was a 5v - 3.3v regulator for the ESP, I wired a Wemos D1 Mini directly to the 5v VCC, GNA, RX and TX pins on the mainboard using the integrated 5v input on the Wemos.
After swapping a couple of the GPIO pins to match the RX and TX on the Wemos:
I'm happy to report that everything seems to work perfectly, and it can now be controlled from HA! :)
I'm not sure if I need the overrun automation on this model, but I've left it in for now. It is likely that this method will work for other Electriq ACs with a Wifi/non-Wifi variant.
Many thanks for putting this project together and sharing it!