FritzGate

FritzGate transforms your Ai Thinker board into a smart thermostat controller. This project enables seamless control of thermostats connected to a FRITZ!Box, integrating any of 70+ temperature sensors models for precise temperature control.

Demo

You can view a demo of the FritzGate interface here.

Features

• FRITZ!Box integration: FritzGate does not affect weekly plans or other thermostat settings. Connect and control thermostats directly from FritzBox.
• Binding with external Temperature Sensors: Utilize third party temperature sensors placed in living spaces for precise temperature control in a room. FritzGate automatically corrects temperature offsets of thermostat sensors.
• Embedded Web Server: Easily manage thermostat-sensor bindings, monitor temperature and humidity through a user-friendly web interface.

Advantages

• Easy Configuration: Set up effortlessly by scanning a QR code with the Ai Thinker camera for Wi-Fi credentials.
• Cost-Effective Hardware: Utilize the budget-friendly and energy efficient ESP32-CAM board.
• Powered by FRITZ!Box: Leverage the convenience of powering the device directly from the FRITZ!Box* USB port, eliminating the need for additional space and power sources.
• 70+ Supported Sensors: Use any of 70+ models of temperature sensors for precise climate control in living spaces, ensuring optimal comfort and energy savings.
• Embedded Web Server: Easily manage thermostat-sensor bindings through the embedded web server, providing an intuitive interface for users to customize and monitor their smart heating system.
• Can be used without FRITZ!Box: If you're not authorized in FritzBox, you can still monitor temperature and humidity from nearby temperature sensors.

Getting Started

Hardware Requirements

• Ai Thinker ESP32-CAM board
• Temperature sensors
• Fritzbox with compatible thermostats (optional)

Installation

1. Clone the repository to your local machine:

   git clone https://github.com/vnau/FritzGate.git

2. Open the project in PlatformIO or Arduino IDE, depending on your preference.

3. For PlatformIO Users:

   • Upload the code to your Ai Thinker ESP32-CAM board.
   • After the first start, use the Ai Thinker ESP32-CAM board camera to scan the Wi-Fi QR code. This will configure the Wi-Fi credentials automatically.

4. For Arduino IDE Users:

   • Ensure you have NTPClient and ArduinoJson Arduino libraries installed before building the project.
   • Set Wi-Fi credentials directly in the code (alternatively, you can install the ESP32QRCodeReader library from Github to be able to read the WiFi QR code).
   • Upload the code to your Ai Thinker ESP32-CAM board.

5. Access the web interface by navigating to the assigned IP address in your web browser.