Home Assistant Connect AUX-2
Home Assistant Connect AUX-2
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What you'll need: A Home Assistant system is required. The Connect ZWA-2 (for Z-Wave), RS-485 adapter, USB-C, Ethernet cables and other accessories are sold separately.
The smart home multi-tool
Integrate your existing gear into your smart home with Home Assistant Connect AUX-2, the ultimate smart home multi-tool. Stream CD-quality audio directly to your Hi-Fi or AV receiver, perfectly synced with your existing smart speakers. Manage solar setups, TVs, UPSs, and more via its USB and two serial ports. Optimize your Z-Wave network by placing it in the ideal spot in your home, and expand your Bluetooth reach with a dedicated antenna. Power over Ethernet (PoE) enables a clean, single-cable setup, with Wi-Fi and USB-C options ready whenever you need them. Best of all, every purchase funds the development of Home Assistant.
KEY MESSAGES
- 🧰 THE SMART HOME MULTI-TOOL – audio, serial, Z-Wave, and Bluetooth, all at the same time. Just plug it in, and Home Assistant’s wizard helps you set it up.
- ⚡ POWERFUL OPTIONS – power and data over a single Power over Ethernet (PoE) cable, or use USB-C power with Wi-Fi/Ethernet.
- 🎶 WHOLE-HOME SYNCED AUDIO – CD-quality analog or optical audio for your Hi-Fi or receiver, in sync with your smart speakers, and ready for Music Assistant.
- 🎛️ ADVANCED CONTROL – 2× RS-232 and an RS-485* let you control your TV, receiver, or projector even in standby, plus other serial gear. *RS-485 adapter sold separately.
- 📡 CONNECT ANYWHERE – move your Z-Wave network (Connect ZWA-2) to the best spot in your home. Adapter sold separately.
- 📶 ROCK-SOLID BLUETOOTH – a dedicated antenna brings Bluetooth smart home devices* into Home Assistant over a stable wired connection (*Bluetooth audio is not supported).
- 🛠️ BUILT TO BE TINKERED WITH – Built on ESPHome and easy to take apart. Ready to go out of the box, or customize it to your needs.
- ✅ RELIABLE TO THE CORE – Built by Nabu Casa, providing dedicated support and years of software updates.
- 🏠 FUNDING HOME ASSISTANT – Every purchase funds the development of Home Assistant.
KEY FEATURES
- In the box: Connect AUX-2, Warranty and Safety Information leaflet, Home Assistant sticker.
- Supported features: Synchronized whole-home audio with Music Assistant (Sendspin), Home Assistant media playback, RS-232 serial control, RS-485 via USB adapter (sold separately), Z-Wave via Connect ZWA-2 (sold separately), Bluetooth LE proxy.
- Power and network: Power over Ethernet (802.3af or better) or USB-C, and Ethernet or Wi-Fi.
- Chips inside: ESP32-S3 (SoC), TI PCM5122 (audio DAC), and W5500 (Ethernet controller).
SPECIFICATIONS
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Model No. | NC-AUX-9758 |
| Conformity | CE, FCC, RCM |
| FCC-ID | 2A8ZE06 |
| Origin | Made in China |
| Product details | |
| SoC | ESP32-S3R8 8 MB PSRAM, 8 MB flash |
| Audio DAC | TI PCM5122 112 dB SNR |
| Ethernet controller | W5500 |
| Power | USB-C, 5 V DC, 2 A Power over Ethernet (802.3af or better) |
| Typical power draw | Under 1 W |
| Audio | |
| Only one audio output can be used at a time. | |
| Output | 3.5 mm analog or optical (S/PDIF) Output only |
| Analog audio | 16-bit / 48 kHz stereo |
| Digital audio | 16-bit / 48 kHz stereo PCM Lossless |
| Codecs | FLAC, MP3, WAV |
| Whole-home audio | Synchronized via Music Assistant (Sendspin) |
| Serial and USB | |
| Serial ports | 2× 3.5 mm RS-232 (±5 V) TX/RX switch |
| USB-A |
Connect ZWA-2 (Sold Separately) Waveshare USB-to-RS-485 adapter (sold separately) |
| Connectivity | |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz, 802.11b/g/n |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5 LE Proxy: up to 3 active connections |
| Ethernet | Power over Ethernet (802.3af or better) Ethernet with USB-C power |
| Software | |
| Platform | Built for Home Assistant Built on ESPHome |
| Bootloader | Unlocked, accepts custom firmware |
| Device characteristics | |
| Dimensions & weight | 106 x 63 x 25 mm, 104 g In box: 110 x 72 x 28 mm, 136 g |
| Enclosure material | Polycarbonate plastic Colors: white and semi-transparent |
| Environmental operating conditions | Indoor use only 0 °C to 65 °C 32 °F to 149 °F Humidity: non-condensing Keep in dry, not excessively dusty, environment to avoid damage to the unit. Do not leave the unit in direct sunlight or near any heat source, as this can cause overheating. |
WHAT YOU NEED
- A Home Assistant system is required to connect and control devices with Connect AUX-2.
- Connect ZWA-2 (for Z-Wave) is sold separately.
- RS-485 adapter is sold separately.
- USB-C and Ethernet cables are sold separately (not included in the box).
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