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System Overview
What is A2Z‐Link?
A2Z‐Link is a hardware module that allows systems to communicate with Z‐Wave devices without any knowledge of Z‐Wave technology. A Z‐Wave
system can be very complex as it comprises many command classes that are used to control specific devices. The A2Z‐Link uses simple "ASCII" or text
commands to control Z‐Wave devices and gather their status. The device supports 2‐way communication, so status may also be maintained. The unit
supports either simple text commands, or more robust JSON for communications. Either or both protocols may be used.
A2Z‐Link Features:
Can Function as either a primary or secondary controller
Supports Replication ﴾send and receive﴿
Supports multiple Z‐Wave networks using multiple units ﴾allows for installation in any size premises, including support for outbuildings﴿
Each unit supports up to 232 Z‐Wave devices
Includes diagnostics for connectivity and network healing ﴾healing is the ability to tell a device that it needs to update its neighbor table, this
is required for proper command routing in the Z‐Wave mesh network﴿
Supports associations for instant status
Supports polling for device status for nodes that do not support associations
Includes Add and Remove functions for Z‐Wave nodes
Provides detailed information for all Z‐Wave nodes, including node capabilities, firmware version, etc.
Supports firmware update class for supported devices
Includes device management web interface for full device control, testing, configuration, scene management, etc.
Includes configurable IP port number for control
Supports simple ASCII command or JSON control protocol
Provides full 2‐Wave control of devices with instant status report
Includes Z‐Wave scene support
Why HomeSeer?
HomeSeer was the first control system company to support Z‐Wave back in 2003. Today, our software is the culmination of more than a decade's
worth of Z‐Wave engineering experience. We work very hard to support new Z‐Wave command classes and products, as they are released; this is a
primary focus for us. Our Z‐Wave inclusion feature employs a robust 'interrogation' process that's designed to uncover and provide support for all
aspects of a product's feature set, including special parameter settings. This allows installers to adjust devices in many ways. Diagnostics features are
also included to provide connectivity testing and network healing functions.
Other technologies
A2Z‐Link can also be used to provide integration with these technologies:
Insteon
UPB ﴾Universal Powerline Bus﴿
X10
Philips Hue
Any other system supported by the HomeSeer control software ﴾contact HomeSeer for details﴿
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