Controlling Electrical Appliances Through Telegram Message Using Raspberry Pi

INTRODUCTION

Besides using Telegram message to do display on dot matrix, we also can control things, such as relay modules, to on and off. To do that, we need to compare the message received and assign what task to do. In this video tutorial, we will share on how to control electrical appliances using Telegram messages and Raspberry Pi.

Before that, you may need to refer following tutorial first:

1. Getting Started With Maker pHAT
2. Displaying Telegram Message on Dot Matrix Using Raspberry Pi

VIDEO

This video will show you on how to control electrical appliances through Telegram message using Raspberry Pi.

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HARDWARE PREPARATION

Item used in the video.

• Raspberry Pi Zero WH (with Header)
• 16GB Micro SD Card
• Maker pHAT
• 2 Channel DC 5V Relay Module
• 13A Plug Top
• Female to Female Jumper Wire
• Multicore Wire AWG14 Black (meter)
• Multicore Wire AWG14 Red (meter)

Wiring connection table.

Sample Code

This is the sample code used in the video. Anyway it will be updated from time to time.

Thank You

References:

1. Getting Started With Maker pHAT
2. Displaying Telegram Message on Dot Matrix Using Raspberry Pi 

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