r/homeautomation 3h ago

QUESTION DC ceiling fan switch and IFTTT

Hi I just installed a home decorators fan from Home Depot and wanted to have the fan and lights turn on to a specific fan speed and light color temp if my ring flood light detects activity after 6pm. I’ve been reading online that this seems more difficult to setup with the type of ceiling fan I have because of the DC motor, specs include:

6 light temperature options 6 speed dc motor Home is wired with a single pole switch that provides just power to the fan and lights on the fan, the remote control controls the settings.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Hampton-Bay-Ainslee-54-in-Indoor-Covered-Outdoor-Matte-Black-Ceiling-Fan-with-DC-Motor-Color-Changing-LED-and-Remote-Control-52439/329899110

I was able to set a similar task with string lights attached to a smart plug where the string lights turn on when motion is detected by the flood light. Can anyone provide guidance on what I would need to achieve this task with our new patio fan. Thanks

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