HomeSeer SmartStick G8 Z-Wave 800 Series Long Range (LR) Interface
HomeSeer SmartStick G8 Z-Wave 800 Series Long Range (LR) Interface
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Z-Wave Plus V2 USB Stick
SmartStick G8 is a Z-Wave Plus V2 USB stick for use with HomeSeer, Home Assistant, and other Z-Wave compatible smart home software. SmartStick G8 offers extended wireless range and better security compared to previous SmartStick models. SmartStick G8 may be used with Z-NETs for a centrally managed, multi-network installation.
Main Features
- Z-Wave Plus V2 (800 Series) Interface for use with HomeSeer, Home Assistant and other brand software and hubs
- Supports Z-Wave Plus V2 (and older) Products
- Upgrade-able from Series 500 or 700 controllers running ZDK 6.61 or higher (requires HomeSeer Z-Wave Plus plugin or ZWave JS UI 9.9.0 or later).
- Supports Z-Wave S2 Security + Secure Vault™ - Requires Compatible Software or Hub
- Supports Z-Wave "Smart Start" Inclusion - Requires Compatible Software or Hub
- May be Used with Z-NETs in Larger Homes or for Secondary Residences or Outbuildings
- Supports multiple Z-Wave international regions when used with HomeSeer or Home Assistant software or hubs.
Migration
Migrate to SmartStick G8 from any 500 series or 700 series controller running ZDK version 6.61 or later. Read the SmartStick G8 Migration Guide for details.
Migrations may ONLY be performed using HomeSeer's Z-Wave Plus plugin or Home Assistant's Z-Wave JS UI version 9.9.0 or later.
| 👉 DO NOT use PC Controller to perform a migration. That will render the stick unusable and void its warranty. |
Specs
- Z-Wave Plus V2 Certified
- Protocol: Sigma Serial API
- Built-in 800 Series Z-Wave Module
- Includes ZDK 7.22.2 (or later) library as of 10/2024
- Field-up-gradable Firmware | Get Latest Here
- Supports international Z-Wave regions when used with HomeSeer or Home Assistant software or hubs.
- Compatibility: Any Z-Wave certified smart home software or hub (including all HomeSeer systems) running under Linux or Windows 7 (or higher).
Downloads
- For Systems running Windows 7: SmartStick G8 Driver
- Quick Start Guide
- How to migrate from Z-Wave to Z-Wave Plus
- How to migration from 500 or 700 series controller to G8 controller
Requirements
- Works with HS4 based systems running the Z-Wave Plus plugin
- Works with Home Assistant running ZWave JS
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Not compatible with legacy v3 or v4 Z-Wave plugin
- For upgrading from another controller: HomeSeer Z-Wave Plus plugin or Z-Wave JS US v9.9.0 (or later). Previous controller must be running ZDK 6.61 or later.
Included
- SmartStick G8 Unit
- Quick Start Guide
- 1-year manufacturer's warranty
Important
- Windows 7 or higher & Linux are supported.
- Windows XP is not supported.
- Supports multiple Z-Wave frequencies when used with HomeSeer software or hubs.
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Works as intended on HS 4.2.22.4. This was part of a migration from a 700 series Smartstick.
Nice to have a newer version, my previous one was a bit old. The longer range is wonderful, but need more vendors to catch up. I did run into a few problems with older z-wave units not working with the newer Homeseer software, but considering the age of some of my equipment, I don't feel this is an insurmountable issue. Would certainly buy again...
Compared to older models
Much quicker discovery and additional attributes discovery as well. Range is much better. Connections are more stable.
My experience.
Works as expected. Much better than the older series zwave controllers.
All I can say is that the reliability of your Z wave experience depends entirely on having a good interface. Initially, I had a Nortek interface that I set up so my Honeywell T6 thermostat could talk directly to my HS server. Then I started adding Z wave motion sensors and door sensors. The Nortek interface just didn't work well no matter what I did. Super long lag in status updates and frequent need to re-include or reset devices to get them to work. Just when I thought about abandoning Z wave, I gave this HS brand interface a try. And what a difference! Solid, rapid communication that doesn't drop out. Even though the Nortek interface seems to be supported, in practice it did not work well enough to be useful. I highly recommend building your Z wave network with this as your starting point because if the Z wave interface isn't working well, nothing else will.