DoorBird Connect ioBroker User Manual

: June 28, 2024
: DoorBird

Table of Contents

DoorBird Connect broker
Product Usage Instructions
Frequently Asked Questions
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
SETTING UP DoorBird IN THE ioBroker SOFTWARE
CREATING THE AUTOMATION USING JAVASCRIPT
SETTING UP THE DOORBIRD IP VIDEO DOOR STATION
SCHEDULE CONFIGURATION
FIRMWARE INFORMATION
Documents / Resources

DoorBird Connect broker

DoorBird-Connect-ioBroker-product

Specifications

Product: DoorBird Connect broker
System Requirements: DoorBird IP Video Door Station D10x/D11x/D21x Series, ioBroker Software

Product Usage Instructions

Setting Up DoorBird in the ioBroker Software

Download and install the ioBroker software on Windows/Linux/Raspberry Pi. Ensure Node.js + npm, Visual Studio 2017, Python, and Git are installed.
Login to the broker software.
Enter your preferences in SYSTEM SETTINGS.
In REPOSITORIES, check option 1 and leave other sections unchecked.
Enable all permissions for read and write. Click SAVE & CLOSE.
Click on Find devices and services.
Select javascript.0 and create instances.
Finish the setup. The JavaScript editor will now be available in ioBroker.
Create a messaging instance (Telegram/WhatsApp) in the adapter section by following the provided steps.
Create an instance for DoorBird by adding it in the Adapters Section.
Configure the instance settings by entering the necessary details such as IP address, port, DoorBird IP address, Device ID, Username, and Password.
Save the settings. Verify the details in the Instances Section.
Access Objects and find the instances related to DoorBird.
Configure the doorbell ring and motion settings in the DoorBird app (Section 3).

Creating Automation Using JavaScript

You can create automation by writing scripts using JavaScript to handle events triggered by DoorBird in ioBroker.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the system requirements for a DoorBird Connect broker?

A: The system requirements include a DoorBird IP Video Door Station D10x/D11x/D21x Series and ioBroker Software.

Q: Can I install the broker software on Raspberry Pi?

A: Yes, you can install the broker software on Raspberry Pi along with other supported platforms like Windows and Linux.

Q: How can I verify/change the settings for my DoorBird instance in ioBroker?

A: You can verify or change the settings by accessing the instance details in the Instances Section of the broker software.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

DoorBird IP Video Door Station D10x/D11x/D21x Series.
ioBroker Software.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The following guide will help you set up a DoorBird IP Video Door Station in connection with the broker software. Please make sure that your DoorBird is online using this service: https://www.doorbird.com/checkonline
The local IP address of your DoorBird is available from the same page.
ioBroker will send the event information (e.g. doorbell event image to your phone via Telegram/WhatsApp).
You can create automation by writing the scripts using JavaScript.

SETTING UP DoorBird IN THE ioBroker SOFTWARE

Please download and install the ioBroker software on Windows/Linux/Raspberry Pi.
In this guide, it was installed on Windows.
Note: The other software that supports Windows with Node.js + npm Visual Studio 2017, Python, and Git can be installed and it follows the similar below steps.
Proceed with basic installation steps and Login.
Hint: Refer to this page https://www.iobroker.net/#en/adapters/adapterref/iobroker.doorbird/README.md.

Enter your preferences in SYSTEM SETTINGS

In REPOSITORIES check option 1, and leave the other sections unchecked as default.
Check for all to write, and read. Click SAVE & CLOSE.
Click on Find Devices and service
Click on javascript.0 –> Click on Create Instances.
Click on FINISH. Now the JavaScript editor will be available in the ioBroker.
Note: Create a WhatsApp or Telegram instance according to your requirements to get the DoorBird ‘s trigger/motion image message from the broker.
Create a messaging instance Telegram/WhatsApp CallMeBot in the adapter section.
Click on the “+” Symbol. To create an instance of the messaging adapter.
Click on CLOSE after creating a messaging instance.
Enter your WhatsApp Number. Follow the CallMeBot procedure to get a WhatsApp message.
In the Adapters Section search for DoorBird.
Click on Info –> Click on the “+” Symbol to add DoorBird.
It will create an Instance for the DoorBird in the background and, after that Close the Running command.
It will create the instance settings UI to enter the DoorBird details.
Enter the IP address of your PC/System you configured for the broker software.
Select Adapter port –> 8100 (default port).
Enter the DoorBird IP address and DoorBird Device ID. Username and Password of the User0001.

Click on SAVE & CLOSE

If all the entered details are correct then it will create an instance in the Instances Section with DoorBird details as shown below.,
Note: You can verify/change the details in the settings.
Go to Objects –> Click on the DoorBird folder. You will find the instances related to the DoorBird.
The HTTP request for the doorbell to ring 1/2 and motion will be created automatically in the DoorBird app.
This will be configured in the DoorBird settings (Section 3).

CREATING THE AUTOMATION USING JAVASCRIPT

Go to Scripts –> Click on the “+” Symbol to add the new file.
Select Blockly (It’s Easy to Use). Click on Add.
Enter the name for the script and Click on ok.
Click on Trigger –> Select Object ID –>Doorbell ID 1 trigger.
After creating the trigger it looks like as below in the screenshot.
Click on Function –> Select Do Something.
Write the code in the function editor –> to send the image when someone presses the doorbell on your WhatsApp. Click on Save.
Note: If you want to get the message in Telegram, then write Telegram instead of WhatsApp.
Please go through https://github.com/iobroker-community-adapters .
Note: You can write other automation according to your requirements (sending a text message/audio/video).
Click on Save. Now the written script will be saved.
Click on Run to activate the script.

SETTING UP THE DOORBIRD IP VIDEO DOOR STATION

Open the DoorBird App and log into the administration area under “Settings –>Administration” using the administrator username and password credentials from the Click on Save.
DIGITAL PASSPORT” document that was shipped with your DoorBird IP Video Door Station.
Go to User –>Settings. In the User Management –> User0001. Tick all the Permissions and Relays.
Hint: You can create a new User (User000X) and use it for ioBroker or else you can use User0001.
Go back to Administration. Go to Favorites –> HTTP(S) Calls.
The HTTP request created by ioBroker automatically can be seen here.
Schedule the event (doorbell) to get an image from the broker to your WhatsApp messenger app.

SCHEDULE CONFIGURATION

The schedule for the doorbell needs to be properly set up. Depending on the model of the DoorBird IP Video Door Station, choose one of the following options:
For all devices with a Single Call Button (e.g. D1101V, D2101V, D2101KV, etc.), find the corresponding settings in the DoorBird App administration menu EXPERT SETTINGS when selecting “Schedule for doorbell”.
In this screen, tap the bell symbol in the upper-left corner, select “HTTP(S) call” and fill out the schedule as per your requirements for this event.
For all devices with multiple call buttons (e.g. D2102V, D2103V, D2112V, etc.), find the corresponding settings in the DoorBird App administration menu BUTTON CONFIGURATION when selecting “Settings”.
Select the call button the event needs to get assigned to and go to “Schedule for actions”.
In this screen, tap the bell symbol in the upper-left corner, select “HTTP(S) call” and fill out the schedule per your requirements for this event.
For all devices outfitted with a digital display module (e.g. D21DKV), find the corresponding settings in the DoorBird App administration menu KEYPAD when selecting “Settings”.
Select the keypad combination the event needs to get assigned and go to “Schedule for actions”.
In this screen, tap the bell symbol in the upper-left corner, select “HTTP(S) call” and fill out the schedule per your requirements for this event.
Return to the main administration area and save the settings.
Hint: By tapping the button in the upper right corner it is possible to fill or empty the entire schedule.
Note: If you have any questions or problems with the broker configuration, please contact the broker support team directly online: https://iobroker.com/support
Note: For questions and problems regarding our devices (DoorBird IP Video Door Station or DoorBird IP Upgrade), please contact our technical support via the contact form online: https://www.doorbird.com/de/contact

FIRMWARE INFORMATION

This manual was tested using the following versions:

broker
- Version: 18.0 Update 7(Build 304) Operating System: Windows
Door Bird IP Video Door Station:
Hardware device series: D21DKH-V2A Software Version: 000138
Hardware device series: D1102FV Software Version: 000139
Hardware device series: D101S
Software Version: 000138

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