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# Initial WiFi Connection
When the software is first connected it will start its own ESPSomfy RTS wifi network. You will need to connect to this network so you provide the WiFi credentials for your network. So open your WiFi networks and connect to the unsecured network named `ESPSomfy RTS`. Once connected navigate to `http://192.168.4.1` and it will bring up the blank shades screen. Click on the gear icon at the upper right to open the configuration screen and select the WiFi tab.
Select your WiFi network from the list, enter the passphrase and hit save.
Press the scan button and when the list returns, select your WiFi network, enter the passphrase and hit save. If you have one of the hardwired ethernet ESP32 devices you may select the Use Ethernet checkbox. See the section below on configuring ESPSomfy RTS to use a hardwired ethernet connection.
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While you are here also click on the General tab an provide a unique host name for the device. This will allow you to connect to it using the name of the device rather than the IP address. If you skip this step for now you will need to find the IP address of the device assigned by your router. You can also find it in the Network section of Windows Explorer as it will show up by default. Double clicking on it will bring up the Home Page.
While you are here, click on the General tab and provide a unique host name for the device. This will allow you to connect to it using the name of the device rather than the IP address. If you skip this step for now you will need to find the IP address of the device assigned by your router. You can also find it in the Network section of Windows Explorer as it will show up by default. Double clicking on it will bring up the Home Page.
You will need to disconnect from the wifi network after you have provided your credentials to see the device on your local network. This will disconnect the ESP32 from its own network and connect it to your WiFi network.
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You probably only need this if you have more than 32 shades to control, or the radio is encased in Kryptonite diminishing the signal, or it is located on another planet, or has a magic spell of protection on it. It should also show up in your Windows networking list as the module has SSDP and mDNS built in. Lots of unlikely or's just had to be listed.
# Using Hardwired Ehernet
ESPSomfy RTS supports hardwired Ethernet boards. If your board is not listed you will need to review the spec sheet for your board and apply the settings from this information. ESPSomfy RTS will also perform a fallback to a wireless connection should the Ethernet cable become disconnected that is if you have provided valid WiFi credentials in the WiFi section. ESPSomfy RTS will only enable one interface at a time since initial testing with both enabled, really slowed down performance.
Select your Board Type from the board type dropdown. If your board is not listed use a custom board type and ensure the documentation for the board matches the configuration. It is very important that the information related to the board is consistent with the manufacturer's settings. Incorrect settings for an Ethernet jack can destroy the board since the pins are not protected.
# General Settings
Once the ESPSomfy RTS device has rebooted access the General tab. There are a few options here for the server. This includes the host name of your Somfy server as well as the time zone and whether the server should announce iself over Universal Plug & Play. If you have isolated the device on your network you can choose a timeserver that is local to your network. This will ensure time logs are in sync.