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2025-08-05 18:00:02
@mjbarnard I just depressed the D225 doorbell button. I did not get any power switching notifications. In fact, since I checked for firmware updates and rebooted the D225 a week ago, I have not...
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2025-08-05 17:04:02
@mjbarnard There are 3 components in your circuit, the transformer (power supply) and 2 loads, the Tapo D225 and the existing doorbell chime. I think we can eliminate the transformer as the source of...
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2025-08-05 15:52:03
@Wayne-TP First off, all the responders to my original post have said that their transformers meet the minimum output requirements stated in the D225 specifications: 8-24v AC 10VA. Most US home...
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2025-07-28 23:06:07
@mjbarnard Yes, my transformer is also a 10 VA which is the minimum requirment for the Tapo D225. I think I read that you can go up to 40 VA transfomer. I was thinking of going up to a 30 or 40 VA so...
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2025-07-28 15:56:29
@mjbarnard I just asked google the following question: "My Tapo D225 is hardwired. Why am I getting power switching notifications even when hardwired power has not been interrupted?" Google's Answer:...
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2025-07-27 02:56:36
@HunterK916 I never used "Always On" mode. I want my old doorbell chime to work if my Tapo doorbell is depressed. The way I understand the system is that "Always On" mode takes all the available...
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