This plugin exposes HomeKit to solar data provided by FoxESS and those who use its platform, such as Energizer Solar.
Created are various accessories that help power-optimising automations in HomeKit.
Currently, only a light sensor is exposed that indicates the current solar generation.
This plugin is still in early development.
Example config.json
:
"platforms": [
{
"name": "FoxESS",
"platform": "HomebridgeFoxESS",
"apiKey": "<your-api-key>",
"interval": "60000"
}
]
Parameter | Description | Required | Default |
---|---|---|---|
apiKey |
API Key provided by FoxESS Cloud. | true |
|
interval |
How often to update current usage | false |
300000 (5 minutes) |
- Login to FoxESS Cloud
- Click on the top-right user icon, and select User Profile
- Under 'API Management', hit 'Generate API Key'.
Note: There is currently a limit of 1440 calls per day for an API Key, equating to once per minute.