Broadlink RF Codes

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I started trying the Broadlink component for an RM2. I have been able to make it work great for IR and simple RF devices like Etekcity outlets.

I tried to use it for an universal ceiling fan controller, I was able to sniff the codes; however it seems like every time I try the same button the sniffed code is different. When trying to send the commands back nothing happens; however, I am sure it is not an RM2 issue because I can control them with the iOS app. Has anyone noticed similar behavior? Any suggestions?

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try to be very close to the broadlink with your remote when in learn mode?

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Tried literally an inch from it. Tried taps and long presses too.

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Any outputs in the log?

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Nothing out of the ordinary. I can see it capturing and sending with no issues just the codes seem to be changing and thus not working

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Hmm, you can try to report it as bug in the library we are using: https://github.com/mjg59/python-broadlink

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Not yet. Was waiting to see if someone else was facing something similar.

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Hi, got a similar issue, I reported it there :https://github.com/mjg59/python-broadlink/issues/38

Edit: My rm is in firmware v20022, just saw an update v20025 with this comment : “Improve RF learning performance”, I’ll make new tests once updated.

Edit2 : just confirming firmware update solved the issue :slight_smile:

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@mohesles1
Would you please post how you make it work for IR?Thanks a lot

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not sure about your question. I can add that I got best results when pressing the IR button (while in learning mode) for a short time, like less then half a second. If pressed longer time, like a second or more it would not learn or incorrectly.

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There is currently a bug in the library, when sending long rf signals: https://github.com/mjg59/python-broadlink/issues/45
So setting the timeout to 3 seconds my help: https://github.com/mjg59/python-broadlink/blob/master/broadlink/init.py#L249

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Daniel - quick question since you seem expert with this component.

I am “sniffing” the RF packets but they are in hex. How do I convert the HEX to Base 64 so I can use Homeassistant to control the RF switches (TC2) I have?

Thanks!

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Good find Claudio, I’ll try this - I need first access to an Android Phone to dump the HEX codes from the app.

Backup plan is to use a Universal RF remote cloner, intercept the command from the RM2, and send it back while in learning mode.

I’ll keep you guys posted!

D

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Hey weissblut, I’m looking into ordering a Broadlink. Just curious what gear allowed you to view/dump the hex codes of the IR captures you sniffed?

I’m also interested if anyone knows whether the encoded IR packets / IR hex codes are sent between the Broadlink’s mobile device app and the Broadlink before the Broadlink fires them – if so, I could intercept them with Wireshark. (In other words: Does the Broadlink mobile app store the hex values after the Broadlink RF records?)

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you can use the broadlink app to store all remote commands, and when you have all the commands you like in e-control you can easily move them to HA.

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Anyone find a solution? I am using a Hampton Bay remote/receiver. After learning the code for medium fan on, I was able to get the fan to turn on one time after pressing it few times and I never got it to turn on again.

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Hi, sorry im new to this. Can you tell me how to get the commands/code from e-control?

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follow the instructions from the docs (broadlink component)
but read the link ik gave for what to do different, to get easy YAML code.

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Sorry who is ik? Can you give me the link to the thread?

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sorry, i meant i :wink:

here is the thread.