Linux controller for solving automation and monitoring problems: polling sensors, collecting and transmitting data, performing PLC functions in smart home systems.
Replacement of the “constructor” in the form of Raspbery PI + external devices.
The case is made in a laconic modern design that will fit into any interior.
Main characteristics
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Amlogic S905W quad-core processor.
- Dual-band Wi-Fi + Bluetooth.
- Ethernet 100Mbit/s.
- Zigbee 3.0 wireless module (optional)
- 2 x USB 2.0 high-speed.
- Supports MicroSD 2.x/3.x/ 4 DS/HS cards.
- USB type B connector for connecting devices.
- The serial console is connected to the MicroUSB power connector.
- The controller is powered from a stabilized +5 V DC source via a MicroUSB connector. Power consumption is no more than 5W (excluding external consumers connected to USB ports).
Documentation
Software
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The controller comes with a pre-installed Armbian Linux operating system.
- The younger model (1Gb / 8Gb eMMC) is perfect for installing zigbee2mqtt “on-site” or Home Assistant in venv.
- On the older model (1Gb RAM, 16Gb eMMC) you can install HassOS or Home Assistant supervised with support for the add-on system.
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You can install any other automation software on the controller that
works on Linux: ioBroker, openHAB, Domoticz, MajorDomo and others.
Dimensions and weight
- Dimensions: 100 x 97 x 20 mm.
- Weight: 120 g
Operation mode
- Operating temperature: 0..+40 C.
Restrictions
- To use the device you need to have basic knowledge of Linux (ping, ssh, systemctl, ..).
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The device is not intended for
video processing. Video processing can result in increased load on
processor, overheating and breakdown.
