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This plugin aims to make it simple to run a randomized lighthing sequence to make it look like you are home when you are not.
This is accomplished with 2 actions:
- 1. Start Random Lighthing
2. Stop Random Lighting
- a. Stop and Turn Off Lights
b. Stop and Keep Current Lights On
c. Stop and Keep Specific Lights On
A good way to trigger these actions would be to have an “atHome” variable for when the house is occupied or not. When it becomes false you can execute the “Start Random Lighting” action, and when it becomes true you can execute one of the “Stop Random Lighting” actions. The random lighting will never run unless it is dark.
Setup:
1. Create a “Random Lighting Group” virtual device
2. Select which lights you want to use for the random lighting sequence
3. Configure other options if desired
Now simply create the triggers to start and stop the random lighting and you are all set.
Tip: The "Stop and Keep Specific Lights On" action enables you to turn on any lights, even if they are not defined within your "Random Lighting Group" virtual device.
Future:
I am contemplating adding the ability to configure a "dark period" between cycles where either no lights turn on, or just one stays on for a period of time. Any other suggestions from the community are welcome too!