OpenHAB - SmartHome

In this video, we finally see the openHAB 5 Matter Client in action!

After exploring the Matter Bridge, today we're doing the reverse: integrating Matter-compatible devices directly into openHAB for 100% local, fast control without relying on Cloud APIs.

We'll use the SwitchBot Hub Mini as a Matter node to expose the Smart Lock Pro. I'll show you the entire setup process, using a modern approach based on the new openHAB 5 YAML files, which allow you to define Thing and Item in one place.

What you'll learn in this video:

• Configuring Matter Binding and creating the Matter Controller.
• Pairing the SwitchBot Hub Mini via the official app and inserting the code into openHAB.
• Automatically detecting the Smart Lock Pro as a "Secondary Device".
• YAML configuration to manage channels.

Unfortunately, I wasn't able to completely disable my SwitchBot2MQTT tool (https://github.com/domoticsduino/switchbot-api2mqtt) because the battery status isn't managed by the MATTER protocol.

Enjoy your viewing

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