Okay, so I was digging around the internet the other day, trying to find a way to make my smart home setup even cooler, and I stumbled upon this thing called “Tanzel Smart.” Sounded interesting, so I decided to give it a shot. And let me tell you, it was a bit of a ride, but totally worth it in the end.
Getting Started
First things first, I went ahead and bought the Tanzel Smart hub. It wasn’t too pricey, which was a good start. Once it arrived, I unboxed it and started figuring out how to set it up. The instructions were, well, let’s just say they could have been a bit clearer. But hey, who needs instructions, right?
I plugged the hub into my router, downloaded the Tanzel Smart app on my phone, and tried to pair them. This is where things got a little tricky. The app was kinda clunky, and it took me a few tries to get the hub connected to my Wi-Fi. I had to restart the hub and my phone a couple of times, but eventually, I got it working. I felt like a complete computer wizz at this point. I have conquered the pairing!
Adding Devices
Now that the hub was online, it was time to add some devices. I started with my smart lights, because, you know, who doesn’t love fancy lighting? The app had a list of compatible devices, and luckily, my lights were on there. I followed the steps to add them, which mostly involved putting the lights into pairing mode and scanning for them with the app.
This part actually went pretty smoothly. I was able to add all my lights without any major issues. I even set up some custom scenes, like “Movie Night” and “Reading Mode.” Pretty neat, huh?
Next, I moved on to my smart plugs. I have a few of these scattered around the house, controlling things like lamps and fans. Adding them to the Tanzel Smart system was just as easy as the lights. I just had to plug them in, put them in pairing mode, and scan for them with the app.
Setting Up Automations
Here’s where things started to get really interesting. Tanzel Smart lets you create automations, which are basically rules that tell your devices what to do and when. For example, I set up an automation that turns on my living room lights when I get home from work. It uses the GPS on my phone to detect when I’m near my house, and then it triggers the lights. Amazing right? This is what I’m talking about, the magic of it all.
I also created an automation that turns off all the lights and plugs when I leave the house. This one was a bit trickier to set up, but I eventually figured it out. I had to create a “virtual switch” in the app and then use that as a trigger for the automation. It was a bit of a workaround, but it worked!
Playing Around
Once I had all my devices set up and my automations running, I started playing around with different settings and configurations. I discovered that Tanzel Smart integrates with other smart home platforms, like Google Home and Alexa. This meant I could control my devices with voice commands, which was super convenient.
I spent hours tweaking things and trying out different combinations of devices and automations. It was like being a mad scientist, but instead of creating monsters, I was creating a super-smart home.
Final Thoughts
So, after all that, what do I think of Tanzel Smart? Well, it’s definitely not perfect. The app is a bit clunky, the setup process can be frustrating at times, and the instructions are far from perfect. But, once you get past all that, it’s actually a pretty powerful system.
I love being able to control my entire home from my phone, and the automations are a game-changer. I can make my home do all sorts of cool things, like turn on the lights and music when I wake up, or adjust the temperature before I get home from work.
If you’re looking for a way to make your home smarter, and you’re not afraid of a little bit of a learning curve, then I’d say give Tanzel Smart a try. It’s not the easiest system to use, but it’s definitely one of the most rewarding. Just be prepared to spend some time tinkering and figuring things out. But trust me, it’s worth it in the end.
