Garage Door Control with Shelly Plus Uni

Owned by Michael Salerno
Last updated: Apr 23, 2024
5 min read

The integration of advanced control and monitoring solutions for garage doors is not just about adding convenience for the homeowner; it's also about elevating security and efficiency within the smart home ecosystem. This technical guide is designed to facilitate the installation of a Shelly Plus Uni, combined with a 12V DC power supply and a reed switch, to achieve refined control over garage doors. This configuration not only supports remote operation but also enables precise status monitoring via the Shelly app, introducing a superior layer of automation and intelligence to your installations.

Required Components

 

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  • A reed switch (not provided by Shelly)

  • A 12V DC power supply (not provided by Shelly)

  • Garage Security+ 2.0 Adapter (Only for Security+ 2.0 Garage Door Openers)

 

Some components needed for this solution will need to be sourced elsewhere.

Use a 2-wire reed switch rugged enough to withstand the elements to which it is exposed.

The 12V DC power supply should have a minimum rated output of 1 Amp

Wiring Diagrams

Shelly Plus Uni with a Reed Switch

 

 

Shelly Plus Uni with the Garadget Adapter and a Reed Switch

 

 

Multi-Door Standard Wiring

 

Multi-Door Security+ 2.0 Wiring

Shelly Smart Control App Configuration

Adding the device to Shelly Smart Control.

 

 

  1. Open the Shelly Smart Control app.

  2. Tap the blue + icon at the bottom right.

  3. Tap + Add a New Device.

 

 

 

 

 

  1. Tap Add Via WiFi (AP Scan).

 

 

 

 

  1. Tap Next.

  2. Tap the relay.

  3. Tap Next.

  4. Tap + Add Device. The inclusion process lasts for several moments.

 

 

 

 

 

 

  1. Type a name for the device.

  2. Select an image to represent the device in the Smart Control app.

  3. Select the Room to add the device to. Tap Save.

  4. Tap Next. The device is associated with your Smart Control account.

 

 

Updating the Firmware of the Device.

 

 

 

 

  1. Tap the device to update.

  2. Tap the Settings button.

  3. Tap the Firmware version dropdown.

  4. The option to enable auto-update is presented, as is the current and available firmware version. Tap Update, then tap Update again.

  5. The device updates

 

 

Creating an Auto Off Timer

 

 

 

 

  1. In the Shelly Smart Control app, tap the Plus 1

  2. Tap the Timer icon.

  3. Tap the When on, turn off after XX seconds checkbox.

  4. Enter 0.5 and tap Save. The App will confirm the change

 


Configuring the Input State Display

 

 

 

 

 

  1. Tap the Application settings tab.

  2. Select Add input state identifier to the power button.

 

Configuring Input/Output Settings

  1. In the Shelly Smart Control app, tap the device to be configured.

  2. Tap the Settings tab.

  3. Tap the Input/Output Settings dropdown.

  4. Select input button/switch mode - Select whether this relay will be activated by a Button or Switch. This selection determines the availability of additional settings.

  5. Set relay type – Select Set Shelly device to be in "Detached" switch mode - switch is separated from the relays.

  6. Set relay power on default - Select Configure Shelly Device to Turn OFF, when it has power.

  7. Tap Save.

 

 

 

Conclusion

Integration of a Shelly Plus 1 with a 12V DC power supply, in conjunction with a reed switch connected to its switch input, presents a robust and efficient solution for controlling garage doors. This guide has navigated through the necessary steps, from setup and wiring to configuration, ensuring that this solution is effectively integrated.