SmartStick G8 Quick Start Guide
SmartStick G8 is a USB Z-Wave interface that’s designed to send and receive wireless Z-Wave commands to and from compatible smart home products in the home
Overview
SmartStick G8 is a USB Z-Wave interface that’s designed to send and receive wireless Z-Wave commands to and from compatible smart home products. SmartStick is compatible with most smart home systems including HomeSeer and Home Assistant software and hubs.
HomeSeer Requirements
HS4 Version: 4.2.19.16 or later | Z-Wave Plugin Version: 4.1.3.0 or later OR Z-Wave Plus Plugin Version: 0.27.0.0 beta or later
Installation
On a HomeSeer system
Drivers: SmartStick G8 is a virtual COM device with a USB port connection. It uses the CH9102 VCP chip. A software driver is required to allow SmartStick G8 to work. Windows 10 and 11 should automatically acquire the driver but if you’re using Windows 7 or 8, the driver is available on homeseer.com/downloads (SmartStick G8 Driver). Linux-based hubs should already be equipped with the appropriate drivers.
Physical Installation: Simply attach SmartStick G8 to a USB port on your hub or system. If the driver is installed, a COM port number will be assigned by the operating system. To confirm this, open your Windows Device Manager and expand the Ports section. Your SmartStick G8 will appear as a USB-Enhanced-Serial CH9102 device. In the example above, Windows has assigned COM port #3 to this SmartStick G8. Your COM port may be different.
Refer to the appropriate documentation for managing Z-Wave interfaces to complete your installation on HomeSeer systems:
Z-Wave Plugin: docs.homeseer.com/products/z-wave
Z-Wave Plus Plugin: docs.homeseer.com/products/z-wave-plus
On a non-HomeSeer system
SmartStick G8 is a static bridge controller that uses the Z-Wave serial API. Check the manual or user guide for your system for details on how to add a Z-Wave USB interface to your system.
Migrating From Another Interface
HomeSeer and Home Assistant users can migrate to the SmartStick G8 from any 500 or 700 series controller by following the steps in SmartStick G8 Migration Guide.
Specs
Z-Wave Chip Type | 800 Series |
|---|---|
Z-Wave SDK | 7.20.2 (or later) |
Z-Wave Frequency | 908 MHz (US) as shipped US | Europe | Australia | Hong Kong | Malaysia | India | Israel | Russia | China | Japan | Korea |
Wireless Range | Up To 1.5 miles (LR) |
Operating Temp Range | 0ºC to 40ºC |
Power & Data | USB |
Certifications | Z-Wave Plus, FCC |
Dimensions | 3.0 x 1.0 x 0.4 (inches) |
Limited Warranty
HomeSeer Technologies, LLC will repair or replace, at its option, any part of the device, which proves to be defective in workmanship or material under normal use, in the USA except in the states of Alaska or Hawaii, for a period of one year from the date the device is purchased. During the warranty period, HomeSeer Technologies, LLC will repair and provide all parts necessary to correct such defects, free of charge, provided the device has been operated in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines. The Customer will return the device to HomeSeer Technologies, LLC for testing and repair or replacement. Should you need service, during warranty period or beyond, contact HomeSeer to obtain return authorization before shipping your device to HomeSeer Technologies, LLC.
FCC Statement
THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. STORE INDOORS WHEN NOT IN USE. SUITABLE
FOR DRY LOCATIONS ONLY. DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER. NOT FOR USE WHERE DIRECTLY EXPOSED TO WATER.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:
This device may not cause harmful interference,
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used according to instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in any given installation.