Switchbot

Overview

Features

• Automatic import of devices found in Switchbot account.
• Ability to execute scenes setup in the Switchbot account.
• Periodic polling of device statuses to keep the Control4 UI in sync. (Useful when using scenes and/or the Switch App)
• Programmable low battery events
• Switchbot Devices Supported
• Switchbot Curtain
  • Open
  • Close
  • Set Level
  • Low battery events
• Switchbot Smart Lock
  • Lock
  • Unlock
  • Low battery events
• Switchbot Meter/Meter Plus
  • Used with the Control4 temperature display driver to show temperature/humidity updates
  • Program events based on temperature/humidity changes.
  • Low battery events
• Switchbot Bot
  • On/Off (when Bot is setup in Switch Mode)
  • Press (when Bot is setup in Press Mode)
  • Generic relay binding available.
  • Low battery events
• Switchbot Strip Light and Switchbot Color Bulb
  • Native RGB color wheel support (OS3.3.2+)
  • On/Off
  • Toggle
  • Set Level
  • Set Color
• Switchbot Blind Tilt
  • Fully Open
  • Close Down
  • Close Up
  • Set Level
  • In Navigators
    • 0 is Closed Down
    • 50 is Fully Open
    • 100 is Closed Up
  • Low battery events
• Switchbot Indoor/Outdoor Thermo-Hygrometer
  • Used with the Control4 temperature display driver to show temperature/humidity updates.
  • Program events based on temperature/humidity changes.
• Switchbot Hub 2
  • Used with the Control4 temperature display driver to show temperature/humidity updates.
  • Program events based on temperature/humidity changes.
  • Ambient Light level changes.
  • Configurable thresholds of Bright, Dim, and Dark zones.
  • Programmable events based on configured zones. (Bright, Dim, and Dark)
• Switchbot Plug Mini(US)
  • On/Off control.
  • Programmable variables of voltage, current, power consumption, and electricity used in the day.
• Switchbot Contact Sensor (REQUIRES WEBHOOK setup on Agent) (Requires port-forwarding)
  • Generic contact sensor binding for open/close state.
  • Programmable light level changes. (Bright and Dim)
  • Programmable Contact Opened/Closed/Left Open events.
  • Programmable Entering/Exiting events.
• Switchbot Motion Sensor (REQUIRES WEBHOOK setup on Agent) (Requires port-forwarding)
  • Programmable light level changes. (Bright and Dim)
  • Motion events.

FAQ

What products are supported?

The Switchbot driver currently supports the following models:

• Switchbot Curtain
• Switchbot Meter/Meter Plus
• Switchbot Smart Lock
• Switchbot Bot
• Switchbot LED Strip Light
• Switchbot Color Bulb
• Switchbot Blind Tilt
• Switchbot Hub 2
• Switchbot Plug Mini (US)
• Switchbot Indoor/Outdoor Thermo Hygrometer
• Switchbot Contact Sensor (REQUIRES WEBHOOK setup on Agent) (Requires port-forwarding)
• Switchbot Motion Sensor (REQUIRES WEBHOOK setup on Agent) (Requires port-forwarding)

Why is this product so exciting?

Easily retrofittable and very affordable. Prices range from USD $14.99 - $109.99 for the support devices.

• Switchbot Curtain
  • Easily retrofit curtains without the need for tools.
  • Touch & Go. Should you still want to draw your curtains by hand, simply pull in the direction you want to open or close and the Switchbot Curtain will do the rest.
  • 8 months battery life or option to add a Switchbot Solar panel to ensure it is always charged.
• Switchbot Smart Lock
  • Easy to install. Just rip, and stick on your existing lock. No screws, no drilling.
  • Compatible with a host of different locks. Click here to check compatibility.
  • Combine with a Switchbot Keypad or fingerprint keypad for additional ways to unlock the door.
• Switchbot Meter/Meter Plus
  • Place anywhere
  • Temperature range: -20 to 80 Degrees C (-4 to 176 Degrees F)
  • Humidity range: 0 - 99%RH
• Switchbot Bot
  • Makes almost any switch smarter in seconds.
  • Press/Turn On/Turn Off modes
  • Up to 8N when pressing
• Switchbot Blind Tilt
  • The world's easiest solar-powered smart blinds. Here to help make your blinds smart instantly.
  • Install in just 3 steps.
  • Compatible with 99% of wand control horizontal blinds on the market.
• Switchbot Indoor/Outdoor Thermo-Hygrometer
  • Used with the Control4 temperature display driver to show temperature/humidity updates.
  • Program events based on temperature/humidity changes.
• Switchbot Hub 2
  • Used with the Control4 temperature display driver to show temperature/humidity updates.
  • Program events based on temperature/humidity changes.
  • Ambient Light level changes.
  • Configurable thresholds of Bright, Dim, and Dark zones.
  • Programmable events based on configured zones. (Bright, Dim, and Dark)
• Switchbot Plug Mini(US)
  • On/Off control.
  • Programmable variables of voltage, current, power consumption, and electricity used in the day.
• Switchbot Contact Sensor (REQUIRES WEBHOOK setup on Agent) (Requires port-forwarding)
  • Generic contact sensor binding for open/close state.
  • Programmable light level changes. (Bright and Dim)
  • Programmable Contact Opened/Closed/Left Open events.
  • Programmable Entering/Exiting events.
• Switchbot Motion Sensor (REQUIRES WEBHOOK setup on Agent) (Requires port-forwarding)
  • Programmable light level changes. (Bright and Dim)
  • Motion events.

Is an active internet connection required to use this driver?

Yes. Unfortunately, the Switchbot API currently only supports cloud communication.

What additional hardware is required?
A Switchbot Hub or Switchbot Hub 2 will be needed to activate cloud communication.

Known Limitations
There is a limit of 10,000 API calls per day. This includes commands triggered from Control4 and also polling. Going over this limit will mean the cloud will stop responding to requests. Please refer to our Installation and Usage guide for recommendations on polling times.

Where can I buy Switchbot products from?
Switchbot can be purchased from the official website and also a number of other retailers internationally. Please see link.

Where to Buy

If you are in Australia we recommend Oz Smart Things

Can you give us some examples of how we could use this driver?

• Monitor the temperature/humidity in areas important to you e.g. AV rack, wine cellar etc. Using the Switchbot Meter and the Control4 temperature display driver, you could program alerts to trigger from your Control4 system when the temperature or humidity reach a certain level.
• Turn on the Coffee machine and open the curtains in a morning scene.
• Make almost anything that has a rocker switch or a push button smart.

Do you offer showroom discounts?
We offer dealers a free showroom licence for demonstration and educational purposes.  See link below for T&C's and signup procedure.

Chowmain Dealer Showroom FAQ

I want to try this driver out before buying it?
All Chowmain drivers for Control4 come with a 90 day trial.

Do you offer other drivers?

We have hundreds of drivers.  Many of which are manufacturer sponsored and free.  Please visit our website to view all available drivers including FREE drivers.

http://www.chowmainsoft.com