SONOFF Zigbee/Thread USB Dongle Dongle Plus MG24
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SONOFF Zigbee/Thread USB Dongle Dongle Plus MG24
SONOFF Dongle Plus MG24 - universal gateway for Zigbee, Thread and Matter
The SONOFF Dongle Plus MG24 is a universal gateway that allows you to connect smart devices via Zigbee 3.0 and Thread to create a stable and responsive smart home ecosystem. Thanks to the powerful EFR32MG24 chip and high-gain antenna, the SONOFF Dongle Plus MG24 can serve multiple devices with a longer range of up to 200 m in an open area. In addition, the SONOFF central unit supports open-source platforms such as Home Assistant or Zigbee2MQTT, making it easy to unify products from different brands under one application. A USB extension cable is included to help eliminate interference and ensure a stable signal, while OpenThread support allows you to use the dongle for the future Matter standard, making it a reliable foundation for your smart home.
Key features of the SONOFF Zigbee/Thread USB Dongle Dongle Plus MG24 central unit
- SONOFF Dongle Plus MG24 supports both Zigbee 3.0 and Thread protocols
- Powerful EFR32MG24 chip ensures fast automation processing
- High gain antenna with up to 4.5 dBi allows a range of up to 200 m in open space
- SONOFF Dongle Plus MG24 supports open-source platforms such as Home Assistant or Zigbee2MQTT
- Matter over Thread support ensures integration with the latest and future smart home standards
- Package includes USB extension cable for better dongle placement
Compatible smart home platforms
Compatible with the Google Home platform
Through the Google Home app, you'll be able to control smart bulbs, thermostats, cameras or speakers, all from one place, by touch or voice. Set up everything you need by following the on-screen instructions in the app installed on your smartphone. Google Home supports thousands of devices from different manufacturers.
Compatible with the Apple Home platform
Apple Home is an app that has become a key tool for smart home users in the Apple ecosystem. From lights and thermostats to locks and cameras, you can easily manage all your smart devices in one place. If you're already using an Apple device, like iPhones, iPad, Mac or Apple Watch, Apple Home is the ideal way to, how to connect technologies and create a household, that adapts to your needs.
Compatible with Samsung SmartThings platform
Samsung SmartThings is an ecosystem that includes an app that makes it easy to control and manage smart devices in the home. You can use it to remotely switch appliances on and off, set up automations or monitor the status of connected devices. The app supports not only Samsung products, but also many other brands that are marked with the "Works with SmartThings" logo.
Compatible with the manufacturer's app
To use the product's smart features, you need to add the device to the manufacturer's app. For more information about the application (name, supported OS, supported languages) and how to add a device to the application, please refer to the product manual.
Universal unit for open-source platforms
The SONOFF Dongle Plus MG24 serves as a central unit for open-source platforms, making it easy to unify and control Zigbee devices from different brands in a single ecosystem. It supports integration with popular solutions such as Home Assistant or Zigbee2MQTT, allowing you to build a smart home across multiple manufacturers without limitations. Simply connect the unit to your computer or server and instantly gain full control of your smart home devices.
Flexible use with support for multiple firmwares
With the ability to upload multiple firmware, the Dongle Plus MG24 central unit can be easily customised to suit your needs. The pre-installed firmware with the EmberZNet protocol stack allows you to add multiple Zigbee devices and also acts as a Zigbee router, strengthening the connection and ensuring the stability of the entire network. In addition, the unit supports the OpenThread protocol and, in conjunction with the Thread Border Router, enables control of Matter devices. By integrating Zigbee and OpenThread in one device, you can manage both Zigbee and Thread devices simultaneously, building a unified and reliable smart home ecosystem.
Reliable signal and wide coverage thanks to the SONOFF central unit
The SONOFF Dongle Plus MG24 offers superior performance and quality thanks to the powerful EFR32MG24 chip with 1536 kB Flash and 256 kB RAM, which provides faster automation processing and smoother control of connected devices. The improved antenna provides a gain of 3 dBi, and up to 4.5 dBi at optimal settings, which means range of up to 200 meters in an open area. Protection is provided by a compact and lightweight aluminium alloy case. The package also includes a 1m USB extension cable, which allows you to place the adapter away from sources of interference and thus ensure an even more stable signal.
The SONOFF Dongle Plus MG24 can withstand even the toughest conditions
The SONOFF central unit has undergone rigorous laboratory testing to ensure long life and reliability in demanding conditions. The unit withstood a 24-hour salt fog test as well as stress tests at high and low temperatures. Thanks to repeated firmware flash, it remains stable after more than 100 cycles, and works just as reliably after more than 500 plugs and unpluggings from the USB port. The electrostatic discharge resistance test confirmed trouble-free operation even after 20 discharges.
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