Product images are for informational purposes only and may vary slightly depending on the batch and supplier. Product specifications and prices may be subject to change without notice. We do our best to provide accurate and complete product specifications, but they may not be completely accurate. If you encounter any such situation, please let us know.
The product is intended for specialists and requires qualified and authorized personnel. The product does not include assembly/use instructions . Putting the product into operation by unqualified persons leads to the loss of the warranty according to the Terms and Conditions on the site.
The specified technical parameters (current, power, etc.) represent maximum allowable values under ideal operating conditions. For safe use and optimal lifespan, it is recommended to operate the product continuously at no more than 50% of the specified maximum values.
ESP32-S3 Smart IR Controller, Home Assistant, AG8
DIN module for automating equipment with remote control, simultaneously controls up to 8 IR devices through independent channels and quickly learns codes with the built-in IR receiver. It integrates automatically into Home Assistant via MQTT, offers stable connectivity via WiFi or Ethernet, and is powered directly at 9-24 VDC, with USB-C for programming and backup.
Shipping by Thursday 27 August
International fast shipping within EU. Free Shipping for orders above 100 EUR in most EU countries.
We ship from our stock within 24H
You earn points with every order, worth 5%.
This smart IR controller is a compact module designed for DIN rail mounting, based on the ESP32-S3-WROOM-1U N16R8 chip and intended for controlling devices via infrared in automation applications. It features 8 independent IR transmission channels, an integrated IR receiver, RS232 and RS485 interfaces for serial communication, as well as GPIO pins for extending functionalities.
The module offers flexible connectivity, supporting WiFi, Ethernet via the W5500 chip, and can be powered directly within the 9-24 VDC range. The board runs KCS v3 firmware and supports auto-discovery for Home Assistant through the MQTT protocol, so no configuration code is required for integration into Home Assistant.
Specifications:
Chip: ESP32-S3-WROOM-1U N16R8
Connectivity: Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz + Ethernet (WIZnet W5500)
Power Supply: 9 – 24 VDC
IR: 8 emission channels (IR sender) + 1 receiver (IR receiver)
Interfaces: RS232, RS485
Supported IR Standards: NEC, RC5 (decoded)
Firmware: KCS v3
Development Environments: ESPHome, Arduino IDE, MicroPython, ESP-IDF
PCB Dimensions: 83 x 100 mm
Layout:
| Terminal / Connector | Description |
|---|---|
| DC 9-24V | Power input (screw terminal) |
| IR Sender CH1..CH8 | 8 channels for external IR LEDs (positive and negative) |
| IR Receiver | IR receiver for learning codes from remote controls |
| RS485 (A, B, GND) | Terminal for RS485 communication (Modbus) |
| RS232 (TX, RX) | Terminal for RS232 serial communication |
| 3V3 | 3.3 VDC |
| IO15, IO38, IO39, IO40 | Free GPIOs configurable as digital inputs with pull-up |
| Ethernet | Ethernet port (connect to router or switch) |
| USB-C | Port for programming and power supply (5VDC) |
| RESET / DOWNLOAD Button | Buttons for firmware uploading and reset |
The 8 IR channels operate independently, allowing control of up to 8 different IR devices simultaneously.
Usage:
Setup
Mount the board on a DIN rail or fix it with screws. Connect the 9-24V power supply to the DC terminal, observing polarity. Connect IR emitters to the IR1-IR8 terminals; for long distances (up to 300m), use shielded cable or CAT5. For maximum stability, use the Ethernet port; alternatively, you can connect via Wi-Fi. Ensure that the board and control devices are on the same network.
Firmware
The KCS v3 firmware can be downloaded from the site and uploaded to the board using the USB-C port. After startup, the board will automatically connect to the MQTT broker and will be discovered by Home Assistant.
Code Learning
With the firmware active, use the "LEARN" function from the web interface or MQTT. Place the remote control in front of the IR receiver, press the desired button, and the code will be saved and automatically published as an entity in Home Assistant.
Custom Programming (ESPHome / Arduino)
If you want to use the board with ESPHome, use the yaml configuration file (available here). For Arduino IDE or MicroPython, install support for ESP32-S3 and access the corresponding GPIO pins.
Package Contents:
1 x ESP32-S3 Smart IR Controller AG8
1 x Antenna
Produs destinat utilizarii in proiecte electronice, automatizari, prototipare, educatie si cercetare.
Produsul trebuie utilizat numai conform specificatiilor tehnice mentionate in descriere si/sau in documentatia produsului.
Avertismente generale de siguranta:
Nu utilizati produsul la tensiuni, curenti sau temperaturi peste valorile specificate.
Montajul si conectarea trebuie realizate de persoane cu cunostinte tehnice minime in domeniul electric/electronic.
Evitati scurtcircuitele, inversarea polaritatii si conectarea gresita a alimentarii.
Nu lasati produsul alimentat nesupravegheat in timpul testelor.
Produsul nu este jucarie si nu este destinat copiilor.
Pentru modulele electronice, se recomanda utilizarea in carcase, panouri sau montaje protejate, dupa caz.
Identificare produs:
Denumirea produsului, codul/SKU-ul si caracteristicile tehnice sunt mentionate in pagina produsului si/sau pe eticheta ambalajului.
Producator / Importator / Distribuitor:
Sigmanortec S.R.L.
Calea Bucuresti nr. 9, Targu Jiu, Gorj, Romania
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.sigmanortec.ro
Persoana responsabila in UE:
Sigmanortec S.R.L.
Calea Bucuresti nr. 9, Targu Jiu, Gorj, Romania
E-mail: [email protected]
Documentatie si siguranta:
Pentru informatii suplimentare, fise tehnice, declaratii de conformitate sau instructiuni, ne puteti contacta la [email protected].