Understanding HomeKit Integration with Screen Logic Pentair

When it comes to integrating your Pool and Spa Heater with HomeKit, there are a few important things to know about the Screen Logic Pentair system. One key aspect is that the semantics of the heat mode in Pentair differs from the target heating state in a thermostat, which requires a mapping to be created.

Within the Screen Logic Pentair system, you'll find several accessories exposed as Thermostats in HomeKit. These include:

* Light Colors: This accessory allows you to set multiple light modes and colors using switches.

* Thermostat: This accessory gives you control over ambient temperature, mode (heat/cool/auto/off), and target temperature control.

* Switch: Each discovered circuit is represented by a separate switch accessory, such as Pool, Spa, Jets, Pool Light, Spa Light, etc.

* TemperatureSensor: There are three temperature sensor accessories available: one for the spa, indicating the ambient temperature of the spa (last known temperature if the pool isn't running); one for the pool, indicating the ambient temperature of the pool (last known temperature if the pool isn't running); and one for air, indicating the ambient temperature where the Screen Logic hardware is located.

In addition to these accessories, there are several configuration options available. These include:

* `hidden_circuits`: A comma-separated list of circuit names to hide from view.

* `disabledLightColors`: An array of strings with the names of light mode/ colors you want to disable.

* `createLightColorSwitches`: This option creates a 'Pool Lights' accessory that contains switches for turning on light modes and colors.

* `statusPollingSeconds`: The time in seconds to poll for pool status updates.

* `hideSpaThermostat`, `hidePoolThermostat`, `hideSpaTemperatureSensor`, and `hidePoolTemperatureSensor`: These options allow you to hide individual accessories from view if you don't want to allow changes via HomeKit.

By understanding these configuration options and accessories, you can effectively integrate your Screen Logic Pentair system with HomeKit and enjoy a more streamlined and convenient pool and spa experience.

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