HOMESEER STICK03 SmartStick G8 Z-Wave Interface User Guide

: June 27, 2024
: HomeSeer

Table of Contents

HOMESEER STICK03 SmartStick G8 Z-Wave Interface
OVERVIEW
INSTALLATION
UPGRADING FROM ANOTHER INTERFACE
NEED HELP
SPECIFICATIONS
LIMITED WARRANTY
FCC
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
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HOMESEER STICK03 SmartStick G8 Z-Wave Interface

Product Overview
SmartStick G8 is a USB Z-Wave interface designed to send and receive wireless Z-Wave commands to and from compatible smart home products. It is compatible with most smart home systems, including HomeSeer and Home Assistant software and hubs.

For more information, visit homeseer.com/z-waveinterfaces.

Installation (HomeSeer HS4 software or hub users)

Drivers: SmartStick G8 is a virtual COM device with a USB port connection. Ensure you have the necessary CH9102 VCP chip driver installed.
Physical Installation: Attach SmartStick G8 to a USB port on your hub or system. Confirm driver installation by checking the COM port assignment in Windows Device Manager.
Documentation: Refer to HomeSeer documentation for managing Z-Wave interfaces to complete the installation.

Installation on a Non-HomeSeer System
SmartStick G8 is a static bridge controller that uses the Z-Wave serial API. Refer to your system’s manual or user guide for adding a Z-Wave USB interface.

Upgrading from Another Interface
To upgrade from a series 500 or 700 interface to a series 800 interface, you will need to rebuild your Z-Wave network by re-including your Z-Wave devices to the SmartStick.

FAQ

Q: Can I update from a series 500 or 700 interface to a series 800 interface?
A: No, it is not currently possible to update from a series 500 or 700 interface to a series 800 interface. You will need to rebuild your Z-Wave network by re-including your Z-Wave devices in the SmartStick.

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. Click the QR code to the right or visit homeseer.com/z-wave-interfaces for more information on SmartStick G8.

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INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION (HomeSeer HS4 software or hub users)

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.

INSTALLATION 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.

UPGRADING FROM ANOTHER INTERFACE

It is not currently possible to update from a series 500 or 700 interface to a series 800 interface. You will need to rebuild your Z-Wave network by re- including your Z-Wave devices to the SmartStick.

NEED HELP

You can get help in several ways:

Visit homeseer.com/z-wave-interfaces for the latest information on SmartStick G8
Visit docs.homeseer.com for all product documentation
Contact us: homeseer.com/contact-us.

SPECIFICATIONS

Z-Wave Chip Type	800 Series
Z-Wave SDK	7.20 (or later)
Z-Wave Frequency	Supports all regions (changeable in software), default

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 by 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 the warranty period or beyond, contact HomeSeer to obtain return authorization before shipping your device to HomeSeer Technologies, LLC.

FCC

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, under 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 under the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Note:
The Grantee is not responsible for any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance. such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirements. The device can be used in portable exposure conditions without restriction.