🎛️ XIAO IR Mate is a compact yet mighty smart infrared hub built especially for 🏡 Home Assistant! Powered by the 🔋 XIAO ESP32-C3 chip, it smoothly connects with your smart home setup to control classic IR appliances — like 📺 TVs, ❄️ air conditioners, and 🌀 fans — all from your 📱 smartphone or via automation routines.
✨ With one-touch learning 🖲️ and haptic feedback 🔁, it transforms your traditional devices into smart ones effortlessly. A true upgrade for any home looking to bridge the gap between old and new 🔗🤖.
Feature
🔌 Seamless Integration with Home Assistant Powered by the ⚙️ XIAO ESP32-C3 , and built on the 🏗️ ESPHome platform, the XIAO Smart IR Mate is automatically discovered in 🏠 Home Assistant! It offers 🪄 simple entities for smooth automation and scripting with zero fuss.
👆 Intuitive Physical Interaction Feedback Equipped with a touch module 🖱️, vibration motor 🫨, and LED indicator 💡:
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A single touch triggers a gentle buzz 🔔.
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After learning an IR signal 📡, just tap to send it!
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Short vibrations 🔊 = action confirmed.
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Long vibrations 🛎️ = learning mode active.
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LED lights 💡 give clear network status to ease setup and troubleshooting.
🎯 Effortless IR Signal Learning Learn up to 🔟 IR commands from standard remotes 🎮, making one-tap playback in Home Assistant a breeze 🌬️.
📏 Compact Design, USB-C Powered At just 65mm diameter & 19mm height 📐, this tiny titan fits anywhere. Powered via USB-C 🔌, it ditches the need for clunky adapters — sleek, smart, and efficient 💼.
Specification
Item | Details |
Main Controller | |
Wireless Connectivity | Wi-Fi 2.4GHz & BLE (Available for custom development) |
Power Supply | 5V, via XIAO ESP32-C3's USB Type-C |
IR Transmission | 3x High-power IR LEDs for 360° coverage |
IR Reception | 1x High-sensitivity IR receiver |
Onboard Interfaces |
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Software | Pre-flashed ESPHome firmware, with native Home Assistant support |
Dimensions | Diameter: 65mm Height: 19mm |
Hardware Overview
Application
🌐 Unified Smart Home Control Take charge of all your smart devices under one roof — smooth, centralized control made easy 🏠✨.
⚙️ Advanced Automation Scenes Create custom routines that react intelligently to your environment, like turning lights on at sunset 🌅 or prepping your space before you arrive 🚪🛋️.
💡 Energy-Saving Automation Optimize your home for efficiency — reduce power consumption with smart scheduling and eco-friendly triggers 🌿🔋.
🗣️ Voice Control for Traditional Appliances Control legacy devices like TVs and air conditioners using your voice — no remote needed! 🎙️📺❄️
🔧 DIY Electronics Projects Perfect for makers and tinkerers — expand, customize, and innovate with plug-and-play creativity ⚡🛠️🎨.
Documents
Getting Started with XIAO IR Mate Smart IR Remote (For Home Assistant)
Part List
XIAO IR Mate | x1 |