KC868-A16 rev1.6 firmware

[maurus44]

Hello,
I am using a KC868-A16 board (REV: 1.6) and I would like to confirm which firmware is correct for this device.
I have been flashing firmware using the ESP32 Flash Download Tool (v3.9.2). So far, I have tested the following firmware versions:

• KCS_A16V3_V3.24.3 → I was not able to access the controller after flashing
  
• KCS_KC868_A16_V2.2.4 → I could access the controller, but the input table was incomplete / partially missing
  

At the moment, I am using:

• KC868_A16_V1.0.10 → this version works, and I can access the controller
  

My question is:
Am I using the correct firmware for KC868-A16 REV: 1.6, or is there a newer recommended version that is fully compatible?
Thank you in advance for your help!

[admin]

your board A16 , only use by KCS v2 firmware, KCS v3 firmware use for A16v3 board , that use for ESP32S3 module.
here is newest firmware for your board: https://www.kincony.com/forum/showthread.php?tid=9205

[maurus44]

Hello,
Thank you for your help.
I followed your instructions and used the ESP32 Flash Download Tool (v3.9.2) with the following settings:

• chipType: ESP32
  
• workMode: develop
  

I downloaded and flashed the firmware:

• KCS_KC868_A16_V2.2.20
  

Before flashing, I clicked "Erase", and then "Start". After that, I power-cycled the board.
A new Wi-Fi network appeared, and I connected to it. I opened:
http://192.168.4.1/input_setting.htm
I logged in using the default credentials (admin).
However, when I go to the "Input" tab, I see fewer configuration options compared to what is shown in the tutorial video.
My question is:
Did I make a mistake somewhere, or is this normal behavior for this firmware version? I added some pictures.
Thank you in advance for your support.

[admin]

it's correct. because KCS v2 use by IFTTT. you config digital input with OUTPUT by IFTTT webpage.
you can see KCS v2 online guide firstly: https://www.kincony.com/esp32-kcsv2-firmware.html

[maurus44]

Hello,
I am currently using a Raspberry Pi 4 with Home Assistant installed.
I am working with a Kincony controller and would like to integrate it with Home Assistant.
My main goal is to:

• Monitor the state of Kincony inputs (digital inputs)
  
• Monitor the state of Kincony outputs (relays)
  
• Control/change the state of the outputs directly from Home Assistant
  

At the moment, I am not sure what is the best way to achieve this (e.g., MQTT or another method), and I am also unsure how to correctly set it up so that both input and output states are visible and controllable in Home Assistant.
I would really appreciate any guidance, examples, or documentation.
Thank you in advance!

[admin]

the easiest way is config by esphome yaml.
here is KC868-A16 yaml file:

Code:

esphome:
  name: a16
  friendly_name: a16

esp32:
  board: esp32dev
  framework:
    type: arduino
 
 
# Example configuration entry for ESP32
i2c:
  sda: 4
  scl: 5
  scan: true
  id: bus_a


# Example configuration entry
ethernet:
  type: LAN8720
  mdc_pin: GPIO23
  mdio_pin: GPIO18
  clk:
    pin: GPIO17
    mode: CLK_OUT
  phy_addr: 0


# Example configuration entry
pcf8574:
  - id: 'pcf8574_hub_out_1'  # for output channel 1-8
    address: 0x24

  - id: 'pcf8574_hub_out_2'  # for output channel 9-16
    address: 0x25

  - id: 'pcf8574_hub_in_1'  # for input channel 1-8
    address: 0x21

  - id: 'pcf8574_hub_in_2'  # for input channel 9-16
    address: 0x22

# Individual outputs
switch:
  - platform: gpio
    name: "light1"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_out_1
      number: 0
      mode: OUTPUT
      inverted: false

  - platform: gpio
    name: "light2"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_out_1
      number: 1
      mode: OUTPUT
      inverted: false

  - platform: gpio
    name: "light3"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_out_1
      number: 2
      mode: OUTPUT
      inverted: false

  - platform: gpio
    name: "light4"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_out_1
      number: 3
      mode: OUTPUT
      inverted: false

  - platform: gpio
    name: "light5"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_out_1
      number: 4
      mode: OUTPUT
      inverted: false

  - platform: gpio
    name: "light6"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_out_1
      number: 5
      mode: OUTPUT
      inverted: false


  - platform: gpio
    name: "light7"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_out_1
      number: 6
      mode: OUTPUT
      inverted: false

  - platform: gpio
    name: "light8"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_out_1
      number: 7
      mode: OUTPUT
      inverted: false

  - platform: gpio
    name: "light9"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_out_2
      number: 0
      mode: OUTPUT
      inverted: false

  - platform: gpio
    name: "light10"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_out_2
      number: 1
      mode: OUTPUT
      inverted: false

  - platform: gpio
    name: "light11"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_out_2
      number: 2
      mode: OUTPUT
      inverted: false

  - platform: gpio
    name: "light12"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_out_2
      number: 3
      mode: OUTPUT
      inverted: false

  - platform: gpio
    name: "light13"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_out_2
      number: 4
      mode: OUTPUT
      inverted: false

  - platform: gpio
    name: "light14"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_out_2
      number: 5
      mode: OUTPUT
      inverted: false

  - platform: gpio
    name: "light15"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_out_2
      number: 6
      mode: OUTPUT
      inverted: false

  - platform: gpio
    name: "light16"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_out_2
      number: 7
      mode: OUTPUT
      inverted: false

binary_sensor:
  - platform: gpio
    name: "input1"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_in_2
      number: 0
      mode: INPUT
      inverted: true

  - platform: gpio
    name: "input2"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_in_2
      number: 1
      mode: INPUT
      inverted: true

  - platform: gpio
    name: "input3"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_in_2
      number: 2
      mode: INPUT
      inverted: true

  - platform: gpio
    name: "input4"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_in_2
      number: 3
      mode: INPUT
      inverted: true

  - platform: gpio
    name: "input5"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_in_2
      number: 4
      mode: INPUT
      inverted: true

  - platform: gpio
    name: "input6"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_in_2
      number: 5
      mode: INPUT
      inverted: true

  - platform: gpio
    name: "input7"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_in_2
      number: 6
      mode: INPUT
      inverted: true

  - platform: gpio
    name: "input8"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_in_2
      number: 7
      mode: INPUT
      inverted: true

  - platform: gpio
    name: "input9"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_in_1
      number: 0
      mode: INPUT
      inverted: true

  - platform: gpio
    name: "input10"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_in_1
      number: 1
      mode: INPUT
      inverted: true

  - platform: gpio
    name: "input11"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_in_1
      number: 2
      mode: INPUT
      inverted: true

  - platform: gpio
    name: "input12"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_in_1
      number: 3
      mode: INPUT
      inverted: true

  - platform: gpio
    name: "input13"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_in_1
      number: 4
      mode: INPUT
      inverted: true

  - platform: gpio
    name: "input14"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_in_1
      number: 5
      mode: INPUT
      inverted: true

  - platform: gpio
    name: "input15"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_in_1
      number: 6
      mode: INPUT
      inverted: true

  - platform: gpio
    name: "input16"
    pin:
      pcf8574: pcf8574_hub_in_1
      number: 7
      mode: INPUT
      inverted: true


# Enable logging
logger:

# Enable Home Assistant API
api:

web_server:
  port: 80

yaml download:

  ESPHome_A16.txt (Size: 5.37 KB / Downloads: 7)