The CC2530 chip used in the ZBR3s have a typical output power of 4.5dBm, the HE C5 hub is using a chip which has typical output power of 8dBm. In comparison, the IKEA Repeaters use a chip (ERF32MG1P) with 14 dBm output power. If CC2530 is paired with a CC2591 power amplifier you end up with a dBm around 20. This is the maximum allowed for channels 11 to 24. For 25, 26 it is a bit lower.
With an antenna you get somewhat better performance on a CC2530 without a PA, but it is more an improvement on receiving sensitivity than sending in my experience. It is a great way to make a CC2530-based Zigbee sniffer more reliable in receiving all packets. See this thread for some more information.
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Cool @markus. Thanks for the info.
Had a couple of these and had one deployed in ST. Moved it over to Hubitat and it configured as a 'Generic Zigbee Switch' but was flaky on reporting when it was toggled. Updated to the 'Zue Zigbee Switch' and has been operating as expected.
hello, does it inform you of the current and voltage, or is it just turn on and off?
does it inform you of the current and voltage, or is it just turn on and off?
I have three of these units that I'm no longer using. If anyone in the US would like them, PM me. $5 for the 3, plus shipping cost.
Just On and Off.
They’re VERY basic and limited.
