How to Test ZigBee Smart Home Devices

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In the rapidly growing Internet of Things (IoT), applications from industrial machines, sensors to personal electronics are getting wirelessly connected to the internet. Smart home, also known as home automation, is a growth initiative in the overall IoT market. Smart home may include centralized control of lighting, HVAC (heating, ventilation and air condition), shading, security, pet feeding, yard watering and home entertainment system. Besides the benefits of convenience, comfort and energy efficiency, smart home also provides increased quality of life for the elder and disabled.

 

Wireless connectivity is the foundation for a smart home. Numerous technologies are deployed, spreading over multiple frequency bands using different communication protocols.