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Getting Started

Overview

The stromleser.tasmota 2 is a smart reader for digital electricity meters based on the proven Tasmota firmware. This device attaches magnetically to your meter and makes consumption data available in your smart home.

What is the stromleser.tasmota 2?

The stromleser.tasmota 2 is a compact device that attaches magnetically to your digital electricity meter. It continuously reads consumption data via the D0 interface and makes it available via WiFi.

Differences from the stromleser.tasmota

The stromleser.tasmota 2 works like the stromleser.tasmota, but differs in the following points:

  • New form factor - Redesigned housing
  • 2 TTL ports - Together with the built-in read head, you can read up to 3 electricity meters at the same time
  • Different TTL pin assignment - Check the pins in the TTL Integration

Advantages

  • Easy installation - Magnetic mounting without electrical intervention
  • Tasmota compatibility - Proven open-source firmware with large community
  • Smart home integration - Support for Home Assistant, ioBroker and more
  • Real-time data - Current consumption values and meter readings
  • Free app - Monitoring and management via Stromleser app

Compatibility

The stromleser.tasmota 2 works with over 95% of all German digital electricity meters. You can find a detailed compatibility list here.

Important Note

Never perform a firmware update via the Tasmota interface as this may damage the special Stromleser firmware.

Package Contents

Package contents of the stromleser.tasmota 2: read head, power supply (1.5 m) and metal disc
  • 1x stromleser.tasmota 2
  • 1x Power supply (1.5 m)
  • 1x Metal disc

What You Need

  • Smartphone or laptop with WiFi
  • Your digital electricity meter with D0 interface
  • The PIN of your electricity meter (available from grid operator)
  • A few minutes for setup

Next Steps

  1. Installation - Step-by-step guide for mounting and WiFi setup
  2. Script Configuration - Find and install the right script for your meter
  3. Integrations - Connect to Home Assistant and smart home systems