How to Setup and Control Sonos Mini R2 for Direct Connection

The sonas_api.py is a python script to control the remote switch.

To call the switch (when in DIY mode - see below)

python sonos_api.py <IPADDRESS> <deviceID> <ON:OFF:CONF> 

Set Device into DIY Mode

The first step is to set the device into DIY Mode allowing you to directly control the device.

REST API

https://sonoff.tech/sonoff-diy-developer-documentation-basicr3-rfr3-mini-http-api/

Entering DIY Mode:

1. Power on the Sonoff Mini R2.
2. Long press the button on the device for approximately 5 seconds.
3. The Wi-Fi LED indicator should change to a cycle of two short flashes and one long flash.
4. Release the button.

Connecting to the Access Point:

1. Find the Access Point (AP) named "ITead-XXXXXXXX" in your phone or computer's Wi-Fi settings.
2. Connect to the AP using the default password: "12345678".
3. Accessing the DIY Webpage:
4. Open a web browser on your phone or computer.
5. Type the IP address http://10.10.7.1/ into the browser's address bar.

IMPORTANT – Write down the XXXXX – this is the device ID.

Configuring Wi-Fi:

1. On the DIY webpage, you'll find the Wi-Fi settings.
2. Enter your desired Wi-Fi SSID (network name) and password.
3. The device will then connect to your Wi-Fi network.

DIY Mode Functionality:

1. Once connected to your Wi-Fi, the Sonoff Mini R2 is in DIY mode, allowing you to control it via HTTP commands or integrate it with other home automation platforms.
2. You need to find the IP Address of the Device

Important

You need to know the IP Address and Device ID to access the device.

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Checking Access using Postman

http://192.168.3.180:8081/zeroconf/info
{
    "deviceid": "1002431fd5",
    "data": { 
    }
}

Response
{
    "seq": 4,
    "error": 0,
    "data": {
        "switch": "off",
        "startup": "off",
        "pulse": "off",
        "pulseWidth": 500,
        "ssid": "HUAWEI-WHAKA",
        "otaUnlock": false,
        "fwVersion": "3.8.0",
        "deviceid": "1002431fd5",
        "bssid": "88:81:b9:8f:d6:4",
        "signalStrength": -55
    }
}

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Turning the Switch on (HTTP POST command)

http://192.168.3.180:8081/zeroconf/switch
{
    "deviceid": "1002431fd5",
    "data": { 
        "switch": "on" 
    }
}

Response
{
    "seq": 3,
    "error": 0
}

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Turning the Switch Off

http://192.168.3.180:8081/zeroconf/switch
{
    "deviceid": "1002431fd5",
    "data": { 
        "switch": "off" 
    }
}

Response
{
    "seq": 3,
    "error": 0
}