Superb_0wl_v2 June 2024

Transform your ESP8266 into a WiFi-controlled IR blaster, creating a networked physical botnet. This project allows the ESP8266 devices to turn on/off IR-controlled appliances by detecting specific WiFi networks. Upon activation, each device changes its SSID to the triggering network's name and starts broadcasting it, allowing it to activate other nearby devices in a chain reaction.

Background

The project began in 2020 with the goal of creating a discreet device capable of turning off TVs during the Superbowl. Despite the abundance of ESP-8266 based remotes, this concept has since evolved into a scalable "physical botnet." Devices deployed within WiFi range of one another can autonomously trigger and expand the network's reach, enabling a cascading effect of activations.

Features

• Web Interface: Configure and control the IR signal sending through a web interface.
• WiFi Trigger: Activate IR signals when a specific WiFi network is detected.
• Botnet Capability: Devices trigger each other in a mini "botnet", broadcasting the trigger WiFi network to initiate the same process on other devices.

Hardware Requirements

• ESP8266 NodeMCU / D1 Mini
• R333-A infrared LED
• Two 4.7Ω 1W resistors or one 2.2Ω 2W resistor
• 330Ω resistor (1/4W or larger)
• 2N2222A NPN transistor
• Breadboard and jumper wires (optional)

Wiring

*See ESP_Build_Guide.md for detailed instructions

Software Setup

1. Install the Required Libraries:

   • ESP8266WiFi
   • ESP8266WebServer
   • IRremoteESP8266
   • Ticker

2. Upload the Code:

   • Use the Arduino IDE to upload the code to the ESP8266.

3. Connect to the Device:

   • After powering on the ESP8266, it will create a WiFi network with the SSID "Superb0wl_v2".
   • Connect to this network using the password "12345678".

4. Access the Web Interface:

   • Open a web browser and navigate to the IP address provided by the ESP8266 (usually 192.168.4.1).
   • Use the web interface to configure the IR signal parameters and control the sending process.

Current Features

• Web Interface to Set IR Signal: Allows users to input hex values, frequency, repeat count, and interval for the IR signal.
• WiFi Trigger: Automatically starts sending the IR signal when a specific WiFi network ("SUPERB_0WL") is detected.
• Botnet Functionality: Devices change their SSID to the trigger network's name and begin broadcasting it, triggering nearby devices to do the same.

Known Issues

• No known issues at this time.

Future Plans

• Set Future Trigger Times: Add an option to set future trigger times through the web interface.
• Dropdowns for IR Device Makes and Models: Simplify the process of selecting IR signals for common devices.
• Improve Handling of Raw Hex IR Signal: Provide better input validation and feedback for raw hex IR signals.
• Multiple Triggers for Different Devices: Allow setting multiple triggers for different devices.
• Trigger by Date or WiFi: Option to select whether to trigger by a specific date/time or WiFi network detection.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

Acknowledgments

• Concepts and initial work by ECTO-1A

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