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Home Assistant Connect ZBT-1 / SkyConnect

Home Assistant Connect ZBT-1 / SkyConnect

The Connect ZBT-1 has been discontinued and we only have about 6 units left, please consider our Aeotec Zi-Stick, which uses the same chip and has the same functionality as the ZBT-1 for a special price of $29.95.

You could also get the newer chip SONOFF Dongle MG24 for $42.95 only, the PoE capable SONOFF Dongle Max for $49.95 or get Zigbee and Z-Wave just in one dongle with the Aeotec Z-Stick 10 Pro for $59.95 only.

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Description

Notice: The current batch of Connect ZBT-1 devices is not affected by the previous voltage regulator issue. All units are fully functional and verified to be issue-free! Only older batch 232401 (noted on the ZBT-1 box) used the faulty voltage regulators.

The Home Assistant Connect ZBT-1 (formerly known as SkyConnect) is designed to be a perfect match for Home Assistant Users. The device provides an easy connection with Zigbee or Thread.

The device is an EFR32 Series 2 (Silicon Labs EZSP v8) adapter that will transmit at a power of +20 dBm. The drive supports full-speed USB 2.0 when plugged into the included USB extender.

Home Assistant Connect ZBT-1 can also be used to turn your Home Assistant installation into a Thread border router. The first time that you connect your ZBT-1 to your HA Hub you will be prompted to select either Zigbee or Thread. If you want to install a different firmware please follow these instructions.

The USB Stick is Plug and Play, tightly integrated with the Zigbee Home Automation integration allowing for a beginner-friendly experience.

FEATURES

  • 2.4GHz Multi-Protocol USB
  • Transceiver
  • Zigbee 3.0; Thread (Matter) 
  • USB v2.0 full-speed
  • TX power up to +20dBm
  • Silabs EFR32MG21 Wireless SoC
  • Over-The-Wire (OTW) update support
  • Dual-Protocol operation (Deprecated, not recommended) 
  • Made for Home Assistant, adaptable for any case
  • Futureproof Wireless Transceiver
  • Low-risk bundle device for Gateway

INCLUDES

  • Connect ZBT-1 USB Device
  • USB Extension Cable (50cm/19.6in.)

SPECIFICATIONS

  • Support for Zigbee 3.0; Thread
  • Over-the-wire (OTW) firmware updates
  • USB v2.0 full-speed 
  • Supply : 5V DC / up to 150mA
  • USB: v2.0 full speed (12Mbps)
  • Bridge: USB to UART, Silabs CP2102N
  • Transceiver: Silabs EFR32MG21
  • Frequency: 2.4GHz
  • Antenna: PCB
  • TX Power : up to +20dBm
  • RX sensitivity : -104dBm (250kbps)
  • Protocols: Zigbee 3.0; Thread 
  • Stack: EmberZNet Serial Protocol (EZSP)
  • Dimensions (LxWxH) : approx. 38.5 x 18 x 4,5mm
  • Weight: 4g

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Customer Reviews

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Frank Kaplan
Does not work as expected and would like to return it

This device works as EITHER a zwave or thread device. NOT BOTH. I tried to change it after the fact and it was a dead end.

Hello Frank,

Thank you for reaching out and sharing your experience with the ZBT-1.

I apologize for any confusion—first off, to clarify, the device supports Zigbee or Thread protocols (not Z-Wave, which may have been a mix-up in the initial feedback).

We're committed to transparency, and our product page explicitly states that it operates as either Zigbee or Thread, with the following details:'The device provides an easy connection with Zigbee or Thread.'

'Home Assistant Connect ZBT-1 can also be used to turn your Home Assistant installation into a Thread border router. The first time that you connect your ZBT-1 to your HA Hub you will be prompted to select either Zigbee or Thread. If you want to install a different firmware please follow these instructions.'

'Dual-Protocol operation (Deprecated, not recommended)'

Nowhere on our site do we indicate or promise simultaneous Zigbee and Thread support.

That said, if you've spotted any wording that could be misinterpreted, please point it out so we can review and update it promptly.For firmware options, you can flash any available version, including the deprecated dual-protocol one, via this guide: https://home-assistant-skyconnect.netlify.app/firmware-update/.

Custom firmware uploads are also supported if you'd like to experiment further.

If the device isn't meeting your needs, we're happy to process a return. Just follow the steps here:

https://ameridroid.com/blogs/ameriblogs/payments-returns.

Our team will handle it quickly once we receive your submission.

Please let me know if there's anything else I can assist with—I'm here to help.

Best regards,

Brandon

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Jack
Works great

Using it with home assistant and connects to my zigbee devices great

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Alma Redd

Nicely packaged, easy setup, works perfectly.

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Luis A. Medina
Excellent service!

I recently purchased the Home Assistant Connect ZBT-1 from ameriDroid and couldn’t be happier with the experience. The ordering process was smooth and the package arrived right on time. Highly recommended!

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KT
Awesome

Manages my zigbee smart lights like a dream with Home Assistant Green!