The device should appear in the controller interface ready to use.ĭevices with S2 security have an additional code validation to prevent rogue devices being added. Then, with the device in its installation position for signal mapping purposes, press its Z-Wave button to start the pairing process. The process is simple On the controller user interface (be it a web interface or app) you initiate adding a new device. Devices are added to the Z-Wave network in a process called ‘inclusion’ which not only allocates them a network ID, but adds encryption keys and maps the signal strength to nearby devices for message routing. Within that network each device is also given a unique node ID (8 bits) which allows up to 232 individuals devices. This does create a dependency on the controller, but also has security and performance benefits.Įach Z-Wave network has a unique ID (32 bits) which ensures devices on different networks cannot talk to each other. This local network is centered on a controller (commonly called a smart home hub), which typically also acts as a gateway device to allow connection to your normal home network.Īs such the only thing on your normal network is the controller, and all the other Z-wave devices are sectioned off on their own network. Z-wave is specifically designed for home automation, essentially creating a separate local network just for control messages and status data. As of 2019, the current generation of the SoC is the 700 series, full use of which is branded as Z-Wave Plus V2.ġ999 - Zensys develops automation system 2003 - 100 series SoC released 2004 - First certified device 2005 - 200 series SoC released, Z-Wave Alliance formed 2006 - Intel Capital invests in Zensys, Intel joins alliance 2008 - Acquired by Sigma Designs 2013 - Z-Wave Plus Announced, 500 series SoC released 2014 - First Z-Wave Plus certified product 2015 - Security 2 (S2) introduced 2016 - S2 mandated for certification 2017 - Z-Wave SmartStart announced 2018 - Sold to Silicon Labs 2019 - 700 series SoC released The 200 series (2nd gen) chip followed in 2005, and this is where US adoption began to gain traction.Īdditional features have been added to the protocol since, including Smart Start, which simplifies the process of adding devices to a network, and Security 2 (S2) which significantly bolstered the security design. This lead to the first certified device coming to market in 2004.
This evolved into the initial commercial version of Z-Wave, with the 100 series SoC being released in 2003. Danish company Zensys first developed a consumer lighting control system in 1999.
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