{"product_id":"home-assistant-connect-zbt-2","title":"Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOfficial Zigbee and Thread Hardware Built for Home Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant Connect ZBT-2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the official second-generation USB radio adapter for connecting Zigbee or Thread devices directly to Home Assistant. Designed by Nabu Casa and the Open Home Foundation ecosystem, it combines a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilicon Labs MG24\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e radio with a high-performance omnidirectional antenna and an ESP32-S3 USB controller.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect ZBT-2 supports \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee 3.0 or Thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing it to connect Zigbee devices directly through integrations such as ZHA and Zigbee2MQTT, or operate as the Thread radio for Matter-over-Thread devices. The adapter must be dedicated to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eeither Zigbee or Thread at one time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and does not run both protocols simultaneously.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Takeaways\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOfficial Home Assistant hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecond-generation replacement for Connect ZBT-1 \/ SkyConnect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilicon Labs MG24 Zigbee and Thread radio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eESP32-S3 USB-to-serial controller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee 3.0 support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThread support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter-over-Thread support through Home Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorks with ZHA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorks with Zigbee2MQTT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorks with OpenThread Border Router\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorks with Matter.js\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptimized external antenna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.16 dBi peak antenna gain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOmnidirectional antenna pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e460800 baud communication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB-C connection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne-click firmware updates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee and Thread network migration support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for local smart-home control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen and accessible hardware design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt Specifically for Home Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike a generic Zigbee USB dongle, Connect ZBT-2 was developed specifically for the Home Assistant ecosystem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe same wider Home Assistant development ecosystem responsible for technologies such as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZHA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter.js\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThread integration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ealso contributed to the design and software experience surrounding Connect ZBT-2.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is a radio adapter designed to provide straightforward setup, firmware updates and migration directly within Home Assistant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect it to your Home Assistant system through USB-C, follow the setup wizard and dedicate the adapter to either a Zigbee or Thread network.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Zigbee Control Without a Manufacturer Hub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the biggest advantages of the Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 is that compatible Zigbee devices can communicate directly with Home Assistant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstead of:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee Device → Manufacturer Hub → Cloud → Home Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eyou can create a setup such as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee Device → Connect ZBT-2 → Home Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis can reduce your dependence on manufacturer-specific gateways and cloud services.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible Zigbee devices can include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotion sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoor and window sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumidity sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmart plugs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmart switches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eButtons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmart bulbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresence sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater leak sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmoke detectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeat detectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Zigbee-certified accessories\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eActual functionality depends on support for the individual device in your selected Zigbee integration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilicon Labs MG24 Radio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of the Connect ZBT-2 is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilicon Labs MG24\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis replaces the Silicon Labs MG21 used by the first-generation Connect ZBT-1.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe newer radio platform provides improved performance and sensitivity for weaker signals, making it better suited to demanding Zigbee and Thread installations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor users upgrading from older Home Assistant hardware, this is one of the most significant internal improvements in the ZBT-2.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptimized External Antenna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Connect ZBT-2 looks very different from a conventional USB Zigbee dongle because its antenna is a major part of the design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe antenna measures approximately:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 mm diameter × 164 mm high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewith a specified peak gain of:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.16 dBi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand an:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOmnidirectional radiation pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe larger antenna system is intentionally designed to improve 2.4 GHz Zigbee and Thread performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts base also allows the radio to be positioned away from the USB port of the Home Assistant host rather than placing the Zigbee radio directly beside the computer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to Reduce USB Interference Problems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB-connected Zigbee coordinators can experience interference when positioned close to computers, SSDs, USB 3.0 devices and other electronics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ZBT-2 uses a separate antenna and base connected through an included \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5-meter USB-C cable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis allows you to position the radio away from potential sources of interference and place it in a more suitable location for Zigbee or Thread coverage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood placement remains important even with a high-performance antenna.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor best results, avoid positioning the adapter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBehind large metal objects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirectly beside Wi-Fi routers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside metal cabinets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNext to USB 3.0 storage devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeside large electronics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the floor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn enclosed spaces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA more central and elevated position will generally provide a better starting point for a smart-home radio network.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee 3.0 Support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect ZBT-2 supports \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee 3.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen configured for Zigbee, it acts as the radio connecting your Home Assistant system to compatible Zigbee devices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis allows you to build your own Zigbee mesh using Home Assistant rather than depending on a manufacturer-specific gateway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowered Zigbee router devices can then help expand the mesh throughout your property.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Zigbee routers include compatible:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmart plugs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn-wall switches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDedicated repeaters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowered lighting products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBattery-powered sensors normally operate as end devices and do not extend the Zigbee mesh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorks with ZHA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect ZBT-2 is designed to work directly with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZHA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Home Assistant's native Zigbee integration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZHA allows compatible Zigbee devices to be paired and controlled directly from Home Assistant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA typical setup becomes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee Devices → Connect ZBT-2 → ZHA → Home Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis provides a straightforward option for users who want Zigbee functionality integrated directly into Home Assistant without installing a separate Zigbee management platform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWorks with Zigbee2MQTT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 also works with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee2MQTT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis gives users the flexibility to choose between ZHA and Zigbee2MQTT rather than being locked into a single Zigbee software platform.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Zigbee2MQTT installation typically works as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee Devices → Connect ZBT-2 → Zigbee2MQTT → MQTT → Home Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant states that Connect ZBT-2 is already being used successfully with Zigbee2MQTT and points users to Zigbee2MQTT's adapter migration documentation when moving an existing network.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThread Support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect ZBT-2 can alternatively be dedicated to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThread is an IP-based low-power mesh networking protocol used by many newer smart-home products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen configured appropriately within Home Assistant, the ZBT-2 can provide the Thread radio needed for compatible Thread devices and Matter-over-Thread accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes the same hardware useful for users building either a traditional Zigbee network or a newer Thread-based smart home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter-over-Thread Support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter itself is not the radio protocol used by the ZBT-2.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstead, some Matter devices communicate over Thread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn that configuration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter Device → Thread → ZBT-2 \/ Thread Network → Home Assistant Matter Integration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant is Matter certified and supports Matter devices using both Wi-Fi and Thread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ZBT-2 becomes relevant specifically when a Matter device communicates over \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant: Choose Zigbee or Thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Connect ZBT-2 supports both Zigbee and Thread, but \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot simultaneously\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou must dedicate the adapter to either:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant specifically does not recommend multiprotocol or MultiPAN operation for the ZBT-2.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis means you should not purchase one ZBT-2 expecting it to run your Zigbee network and your Thread network at the same time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you need dedicated Zigbee and Thread radios simultaneously, use separate hardware for each network.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFaster Communication Than ZBT-1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first-generation Connect ZBT-1 used a serial communication rate of:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e115200 baud\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect ZBT-2 increases this to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e460800 baud\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4× increase in adapter communication speed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant states that this improvement consistently helps improve device responsiveness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect ZBT-2 vs Connect ZBT-1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect ZBT-2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect ZBT-1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSecond\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee \/ Thread Chip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilicon Labs MG24\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilicon Labs MG21\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB Controller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eESP32-S3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilicon Labs CP2102N\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBaud Rate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e460800\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e115200\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntenna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge optimized external antenna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall internal antenna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee 3.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee + Thread Simultaneously\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo longer recommended\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardware Access\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to open easily\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarder to open\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirmware Updates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStatus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscontinued\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ZBT-2 is the official successor to the first-generation ZBT-1, which was previously known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant SkyConnect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy Network Migration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExisting Home Assistant users do not necessarily have to rebuild their Zigbee network from scratch when moving to ZBT-2.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant provides migration tools designed to move an existing Zigbee or Thread network to a new adapter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis can make upgrading from:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect ZBT-1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlder Zigbee coordinators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther supported adapters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003econsiderably easier than manually resetting and re-pairing every device.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMigration availability and procedure depend on the integration and adapter being replaced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlug-and-Play Home Assistant Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect ZBT-2 is designed to minimize the complexity normally associated with configuring a Zigbee or Thread coordinator.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect the adapter to the Home Assistant host through USB-C and Home Assistant can guide you through the initial configuration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe official workflow includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDevice discovery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSetup wizard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtocol selection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNetwork creation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMigration options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirmware updates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes the ZBT-2 suitable for both new Home Assistant users and experienced smart-home enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant Connect ZBT-2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee \/ Thread USB Radio Adapter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNabu Casa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee \/ Thread SoC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilicon Labs MG24\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB Controller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eESP32-S3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee 3.0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupported\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter-over-Thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupported through Home Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee2MQTT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupported\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZHA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupported\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter.js\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupported\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpenThread Border Router\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupported\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSerial Speed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e460800 baud\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRadio Frequency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2400–2483.5 MHz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransmit Power – Europe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 dBm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransmit Power – Rest of World\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 dBm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntenna Gain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.16 dBi peak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntenna Pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOmnidirectional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntenna Size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 mm diameter × 164 mm high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower \/ Data\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB-C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInput\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5V DC, 500 mA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDevice Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e83 × 83 × 179 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDevice Weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e157 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnclosure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePolycarbonate plastic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite and semi-transparent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0°C to 65°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOperating Environment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndoor, dry, non-condensing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimultaneous Zigbee + Thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlatform \/ Technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee 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Thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZHA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee2MQTT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003ezigpy-cli\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter.js\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpenThread Border Router\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee + Thread Simultaneously\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDirect Wi-Fi Device Connection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZ-Wave\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBluetooth Adapter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEthernet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt-In PoE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect ZBT-2 is primarily designed as a dedicated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee or Thread radio for Home Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e rather than a standalone smart-home hub.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat Devices Work with Connect ZBT-2?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen operating as a Zigbee coordinator, the ZBT-2 can be used with supported Zigbee devices such as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhilips Hue devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIKEA Zigbee devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAqara sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSONOFF Zigbee devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmart plugs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmart switches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoor sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMotion sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmart lights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eButtons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater leak sensors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther Zigbee-certified devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen dedicated to Thread, it can help Home Assistant communicate with compatible Thread devices, including Matter-over-Thread accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility with an individual device can depend on Home Assistant, ZHA, Zigbee2MQTT or Matter support for that particular model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s Included?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 antenna and base\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × 1.5 m USB-C cable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × Quick Start Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × Warranty and Safety Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Set Up Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep 1: Connect the ZBT-2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttach the supplied USB-C cable to the Connect ZBT-2 and connect the other end to the system running Home Assistant. Position the antenna away from potential USB and Wi-Fi interference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep 2: Choose Zigbee or Thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow the Home Assistant setup wizard and dedicate the ZBT-2 to either Zigbee or Thread. For Zigbee, configure ZHA or your preferred supported Zigbee software. For Thread, configure the appropriate Home Assistant Thread environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep 3: Pair or Migrate Your Devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreate a new network and begin pairing compatible devices, or use Home Assistant's migration tools to move a supported existing Zigbee or Thread network to the ZBT-2.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing Connect ZBT-2 with Zigbee2MQTT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect ZBT-2 is a particularly useful option for users building a Zigbee2MQTT network.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee2MQTT provides broad device compatibility and exposes Zigbee devices to Home Assistant through MQTT.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe basic architecture is:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee Device\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e↓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant Connect ZBT-2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e↓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee2MQTT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e↓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMQTT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e↓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis provides local Zigbee control without requiring the manufacturer's original Zigbee hub for supported devices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing Connect ZBT-2 with ZHA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsers who prefer Home Assistant's built-in Zigbee experience can use the ZBT-2 with ZHA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe architecture becomes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee Device\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e↓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect ZBT-2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e↓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZHA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e↓\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZHA is integrated directly into Home Assistant, making it a straightforward choice for users who do not want to manage a separate Zigbee2MQTT installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing Connect ZBT-2 for Matter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect ZBT-2 can help connect \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter-over-Thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e devices to Home Assistant when the adapter is dedicated to Thread.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is important to distinguish between Matter and Thread:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e defines how compatible smart-home devices communicate and interact at the application level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is one of the network technologies Matter devices can use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Matter-over-Wi-Fi device does not need ZBT-2 simply because it uses Matter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ZBT-2 is relevant when your Matter accessory communicates over \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Connect ZBT-2 Be Used as a Zigbee Repeater?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, but not while functioning as your normal coordinator.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant provides \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexperimental repeater firmware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that can turn the Connect ZBT-2 into a powerful Zigbee repeater.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen using the repeater firmware, the adapter should be connected to a suitable 5V USB power supply.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHowever, it cannot simultaneously act as your Zigbee coordinator. To return it to coordinator operation, the stock firmware must be flashed again.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes Connect ZBT-2 Work as a Standalone Thread Border Router?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot by itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant states that Connect ZBT-2 is not designed to operate independently as a standalone Thread Border Router outside the Home Assistant environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts Thread functionality is intended to work as part of a Home Assistant installation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen Hardware Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ZBT-2 follows the second-generation Home Assistant Connect hardware design philosophy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe enclosure is designed to be opened without:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHidden clips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDestructive disassembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe board also exposes useful pins and pads, making the hardware more accessible to advanced users and developers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ESP32-S3 USB controller further increases the platform's potential for experimentation and future development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlacement Tips for Better Zigbee Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven a high-performance coordinator benefits from good placement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a reliable Zigbee network:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse the supplied cable to move the ZBT-2 away from the host computer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid placing it immediately beside a Wi-Fi router.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep it away from USB 3.0 SSDs and hubs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid metal cabinets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition it in an open area where possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the antenna upright.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse powered Zigbee routers to build out the mesh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid hiding the adapter behind large electronics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee operates in the same general 2.4 GHz spectrum as Wi-Fi, so careful placement and channel planning can improve network reliability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePros\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOfficial Home Assistant hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned specifically for Home Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModern Silicon Labs MG24 radio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-performance 4.16 dBi antenna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOmnidirectional antenna pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee 3.0 support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThread support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter-over-Thread support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZHA support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee2MQTT support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter.js support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpenThread Border Router support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e460800 baud communication\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4× adapter speed compared with ZBT-1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eESP32-S3 USB controller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimple Home Assistant setup wizard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne-click firmware updates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZigbee and Thread network migration tools\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.5 m USB-C cable included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOpen, accessible hardware design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for local smart-home connectivity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCannot operate Zigbee and Thread simultaneously\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo Z-Wave support\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo built-in Ethernet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo built-in PoE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequires a Home Assistant host for its intended use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMatter-over-Thread functionality requires dedicating the adapter to Thread\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho Should Buy the Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant Connect ZBT-2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is particularly suitable for users who:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRun Home Assistant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant to connect Zigbee devices directly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant an official Home Assistant Zigbee coordinator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse ZHA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Zigbee2MQTT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant to remove unnecessary manufacturer Zigbee hubs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant to build a Thread network\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Matter-over-Thread devices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre upgrading from Connect ZBT-1 \/ SkyConnect\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant a high-performance 2.4 GHz antenna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrefer local smart-home control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant straightforward firmware updates and migration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is less suitable if you need Zigbee and Thread from the same adapter simultaneously or need Z-Wave support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant Connect ZBT-2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the official second-generation Zigbee and Thread USB radio adapter for Home Assistant. It uses a Silicon Labs MG24 radio, ESP32-S3 USB controller and optimized external antenna to connect compatible Zigbee or Thread devices directly to Home Assistant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho should buy Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect ZBT-2 is ideal for Home Assistant users who want an official adapter for building a Zigbee network with ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT, or a dedicated Thread radio for compatible Thread and Matter-over-Thread devices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 work with Zigbee2MQTT?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Connect ZBT-2 works with Zigbee2MQTT. Home Assistant specifically documents Zigbee2MQTT compatibility and provides migration support for users moving from another Zigbee adapter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes Connect ZBT-2 work with ZHA?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Connect ZBT-2 is designed to work with ZHA, Home Assistant's native Zigbee integration, allowing supported Zigbee devices to connect directly to Home Assistant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes Connect ZBT-2 support Matter?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Connect ZBT-2 can be dedicated to Thread and used as part of Home Assistant's setup for compatible Matter-over-Thread devices. Matter-over-Wi-Fi devices do not require the ZBT-2 simply because they use Matter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Connect ZBT-2 run Zigbee and Thread at the same time?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. Connect ZBT-2 supports both Zigbee and Thread, but the adapter must be dedicated to one protocol at a time. It does not support simultaneous Zigbee and Thread operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Connect ZBT-2 better than Connect ZBT-1?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConnect ZBT-2 is the second-generation replacement for ZBT-1. It upgrades the radio from Silicon Labs MG21 to MG24, increases serial communication from 115200 to 460800 baud and adds a substantially larger optimized external antenna.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Connect ZBT-2 replace a Zigbee manufacturer hub?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor many supported Zigbee devices, yes. Compatible devices can be paired directly with Home Assistant through ZHA or Zigbee2MQTT instead of using their original manufacturer hub. Some device-specific functionality may still depend on integration support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy the Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHome Assistant Connect ZBT-2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is designed for users who want a direct, local and officially supported way to bring Zigbee or Thread into Home Assistant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompared with the first-generation ZBT-1, the ZBT-2 upgrades to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilicon Labs MG24\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, increases adapter communication speed to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e460800 baud\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, adds an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eESP32-S3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e USB controller and uses a carefully optimized \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.16 dBi omnidirectional antenna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Zigbee users, it works with both ZHA and Zigbee2MQTT and can remove the need for separate manufacturer hubs for many supported devices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Thread users, the same hardware can instead be dedicated to a Thread network for compatible devices, including Matter-over-Thread accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe important limitation is simple: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eone ZBT-2 runs Zigbee or Thread, not both simultaneously.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Zigbee Hubs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50528961659135,"sku":null,"price":45000.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0828\/7630\/1567\/files\/home-assistant-connect-zbt-2.png?v=1793182206","url":"https:\/\/store.zigbeehubs.com\/products\/home-assistant-connect-zbt-2","provider":"Zigbee Hubs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}