Technical specifications identify this hardware as a Zigbee Coordinator, specifically the second-generation square iteration optimized for the Matter 1.0 protocol. Aggregated data confirms the integration of a Silicon Labs EFR32 SoC, which facilitates a dedicated 802.15.4 mesh network to offload traffic from primary 2.4GHz Wi-Fi airwaves. Technical teardowns reveal a fixed architectural cap of 50 nodes per unit to maintain response times within a sub-200ms threshold.
Performance metrics indicate the device must be hardwired via an 10/100 Ethernet port, as no Wi-Fi backhaul hardware is present. Standardized testing protocols confirm that lighting commands and automation logic are processed locally, ensuring functional continuity during wide-area network outages. The chassis lacks Power over Ethernet (PoE) capabilities, requiring a standard DC power outlet for operation.
- Modes of operation: Local Zigbee Mesh, Matter Bridge Mode, Entertainment API Sync.
Users experiencing node-density limitations may find the multi-bridge "Large Home" configuration a necessary alternative to maintain system responsiveness.
Within the hierarchy of central hubs, this device is defined by its role as a dedicated lighting controller and protocol bridge.
