Why Choose the SEG-X5 Zigbee Ethernet Gateway?
While Wi-Fi gateways offer flexible deployment, Ethernet connectivity can provide a more predictable network connection for commercial IoT environments. The SEG-X5 Zigbee Gateway uses Ethernet connectivity to support reliable Zigbee communication, local automation, and flexible system integration.
▶ Key Advantages
• Reliable Ethernet Connectivity
10/100 Mbps Ethernet connectivity provides a stable network connection for smart building and multi-device IoT deployments.
• Zigbee 3.0 Coordinator
As a Zigbee 3.0 Ethernet gateway, SEG-X5 supports up to 200 Zigbee endpoints with a properly deployed Zigbee repeater network for scalable IoT applications.
• Local Control & Automation
Supports local linkage, scenes, and schedules for reliable device automation.
• Open API for Integration
Provides Server API and Gateway API for integration with third-party cloud servers, applications, dashboards, and IoT platforms.
▶Typical Applications
• Smart Building Automation
• Hotel Room Management Systems
• Energy Monitoring & Control
• Commercial HVAC Systems
• Third-Party IoT Platform Integration
▶Integration & System Capability
The SEG-X5 is more than a Zigbee gateway. It is designed as an integration hub for smart building, HVAC, energy management, and IoT platforms.
With open APIs and a flexible architecture, the gateway can connect Zigbee devices with private cloud platforms, third-party applications, building management systems (BMS), and energy management systems.
SEG-X5 provides Server API and Gateway API for third-party integration, supporting connections with customer servers, mobile applications, and PC dashboards.
This flexible architecture helps system integrators build customized IoT applications and management platforms around their project requirements.
▶FAQ
Q1: How many Zigbee devices can SEG-X5 support?
SEG-X5 supports up to 200 Zigbee endpoints with at least 24 Zigbee repeaters. Without Zigbee repeaters, the gateway can connect up to 32 end devices.
Q2: Does SEG-X5 support local automation?
Yes. SEG-X5 supports local linkage, scenes, and schedules, enabling automation functions to be managed locally through the gateway.
Q3: Can existing Zigbee devices and settings be transferred to a replacement gateway?
Yes. SEG-X5 supports gateway backup and transfer. Existing sub-devices, linkages, scenes, and schedules can be synchronized to a replacement gateway, simplifying gateway replacement and system maintenance.
Q4: Why use an Ethernet Zigbee gateway for commercial projects?
Ethernet provides a wired IP connection that can be useful in commercial IoT deployments where predictable network connectivity is important. SEG-X5 features a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet interface for smart building, HVAC, energy management, and other integrated IoT applications.
▶ Main Specification:
| Connectivity | |
| Ethernet RJ45 Por | • 10/100M bps• Auto MDIX |
| ZigBee | • 2.4GHz IEEE 802.15.4 |
| ZigBee Profile | • ZigBee 3.0 |
| RF Characteristics | • Operating frequency: 2.4GHz• Internal PCB Antenna• Range outdoor: 100m (Open area) |
| ZigBee sub-devices | • Connects with a maximum of up to 128 devices (There must be at least 16 ZigBee repeaters)• Only connect up to 32 end devices when there is no ZigBee repeaters |
| Physical Specifications | |
| CPU | • MTK7628 |
| Flash | • 32MB |
| Ram | • 128MB |
| Operating Voltage | • Micro-USB DC5V/2A |
| Operating environment | •Temperature:-20 ℃~+55 ℃•Humidity: ≤ 90% non-condensing |
| Dimension | • 133 (L) x 91.5 (W) x 28.2 (H) mm |
| Plug Type | • US, EU, UK, AU |
| Mounting Type | • Tabletop stand or Wall mounting |
| Software | |
| System | • Linux@ OpenWr |
| WAN Protocols | • IP Addressing: DHCP, Static IP• Data Porting: TCP/IP, TCP, UDP• Security Modes: SSL |
| Downlink Commands | • Data format: JSON• Gateway Operation Command• HAN Control Command |
| Uplink Messages | • Data format: JSON• Home Area Network information |
| Security | Authentication• Password protection on mobile apps• Server/gateway interface authenticationZigBee Security• Preconfigured Link Key• Certicom Implicit CertificateAuthentication• Certificate-Based Key Exchange (CBKE)• Elliptic Curve Cryptography (ECC) |
