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# Home Assistant Configuration
This document provides comprehensive information about the Home Assistant setup in this NixOS configuration.
## Overview
Home Assistant is configured as a NixOS service with custom components, integrations, and automations. The configuration uses a modular approach with separate files for different aspects of the setup.
## Module Structure
The Home Assistant configuration is organized in the following structure:
```
modules/nixos/homeassistant/
├── automations/ # Automation configurations
│ ├── lightswitch/ # Light switch automations
│ └── motion-light/ # Motion-activated light automations
├── default.nix # Main module configuration
├── options.nix # Module options definition
└── services/ # Related service configurations
├── govee2mqtt/ # Govee integration via MQTT
├── homeassistant/ # Core Home Assistant service
├── music-assistant/ # Music Assistant integration
├── thread/ # Thread border router
└── zigbee2mqtt/ # Zigbee to MQTT bridge
```
## Installation
The Home Assistant module is enabled in the system configuration by setting:
```nix
mjallen.services.home-assistant.enable = true;
```
This activates Home Assistant and related services such as MQTT, Zigbee2MQTT, and the Matter server.
## Configuration Options
The module provides several configuration options:
| Option | Type | Default | Description |
|--------|------|---------|-------------|
| `enable` | boolean | `false` | Enable Home Assistant and related services |
| `mosquittoPort` | integer | `1883` | Port for the MQTT broker |
| `zigbee2mqttPort` | integer | `8080` | Port for the Zigbee2MQTT web interface |
| `zigbeeDevicePath` | string | `/dev/ttyUSB0` | Path to the Zigbee USB device |
## Core Services
### Home Assistant
The main Home Assistant service is configured in `services/homeassistant/default.nix` with:
- PostgreSQL database backend
- Custom components
- Custom Lovelace modules
- HTTPS access with authentication
- Integration with other services
### MQTT
MQTT is used as a messaging protocol for various smart home devices. The Mosquitto MQTT broker is automatically configured when Home Assistant is enabled.
### Zigbee2MQTT
Zigbee2MQTT allows integration with Zigbee devices. It's configured with:
- Automatic discovery for Home Assistant
- OTA updates for Zigbee devices
- Web interface for management
### Thread Border Router
The Thread Border Router provides integration with Thread-based devices like Matter devices.
## Custom Components
The following custom components are included:
- `ha-anycubic` - Anycubic 3D printer integration
- `ha-bambulab` - Bambu Lab 3D printer integration
- `ha-bedjet` - BedJet climate control integration
- `ha-gehome` - GE Home appliance integration
- `ha-icloud3` - Enhanced iCloud device tracking
- `ha-local-llm` - Local LLM integration
- `ha-mail-and-packages` - Mail and package delivery tracking
- `ha-nanokvm` - NanoKVM integration
- `ha-openhasp` - openHASP integration for DIY displays
- `ha-overseerr` - Overseerr media request integration
- `ha-petlibro` - PetLibro pet feeder integration
- `ha-wyzeapi` - Wyze device integration
## Automations
### Light Switch Automations
The light switch automations handle physical switch inputs for controlling smart lights.
### Motion Light Automations
Motion light automations turn lights on when motion is detected and off after a period of inactivity.
### Custom Automations
Additional automations are placed in the `/etc/hass` directory and are included in the Home Assistant configuration. These include:
- `fountain_automation.yaml` - Toggles the water dispensing mode on the Dockstream Smart RFID Fountain every 15 minutes between constant and intermittent flow.
## Smart Home Devices
The configuration includes support for various smart home devices:
### Lighting
- Various smart lights throughout the home
### Climate
- Smart thermostat
- Humidifier control
### Pet Care
- Dockstream Smart RFID Fountain with scheduling
- Smart pet feeders for pets named Joey and Luci
- Litter-Robot 4 smart litter box
### Media
- Google Cast devices
- Smart TVs
- Media players
### Sensors
- Temperature, humidity, and motion sensors
- Door and window sensors
- Presence detection
## Integration with Other Services
Home Assistant is integrated with:
- **Music Assistant** - For enhanced music streaming capabilities
- **Govee Integration** - For Govee smart devices
- **Matter** - For Matter-compatible devices
## Adding New Automations
To add a new automation:
1. Create a YAML file with the automation definition
2. Place it in `/etc/hass`
3. The automation will be automatically included in Home Assistant
Example automation format:
```yaml
alias: "Automation Name"
description: "Description of what the automation does"
trigger:
- platform: state
entity_id: binary_sensor.motion_sensor
to: "on"
condition: []
action:
- service: light.turn_on
target:
entity_id: light.living_room
mode: single
```
## Troubleshooting
### Common Issues
1. **Zigbee Device Pairing Issues**
- Make sure the Zigbee coordinator is properly connected
- Check the Zigbee2MQTT logs for errors
2. **Service Unavailable**
- Check if all related services are running
- Verify firewall rules allow access to the services
3. **Database Issues**
- Check PostgreSQL service status
- Verify database connection settings