Business
UEI Announces the First Z-Wave® Long Range Certified IoT Device
The Ecolink Garage Door Controller adds Smart Connectivity and is an Industry First LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Universal Electronics Inc. (UEI) (NASDAQ:
About this update from Universal Electronics Inc.
[{"type":"text","content":"\nThe Ecolink Garage Door Controller adds Smart Connectivity and is an Industry First\n\n LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--\nUniversal Electronics Inc. (UEI) (NASDAQ: UEIC), the global leader in wireless universal control solutions for home entertainment and smart home devices, announced at the International Security Conference & Exposition – also known as ISC West, trade show in Las Vegas, the first, certified Z-Wave Long Range Controller to be available to consumers. Branded under UEI’s subsidiary, Ecolink® Intelligent Technology, Inc. (“Ecolink”), the 700 Series Garage Door Controller delivers expanded options for the smart home and multi-dwelling units. Building on more than 30 years of experience in creating security grade technology, the ground-breaking Controller has a range of up to 2,200 feet from a paired Z-Wave security panel or hub. Core benefits of Z-Wave Long Range (LR) technology include increased coverage, increased scalability, optimized battery life, interoperability and backwards compatibility.\nThis press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220323005386/en/UEI Announces the First Z-Wave® Long Range Certified IoT Device. The Ecolink Garage Door Controller adds Smart Connectivity and is an Industry First (Graphic: Business Wire)\nPrior to the Z-Wave LR, multiple signal repeaters were required in a mesh network to achieve transmission distances beyond the boundaries of the home. Z-Wave LR eliminates the need for these repeaters, unlocking new potential for Z-Wave networks. Z-Wave LR technology allows homeowners remote monitoring and control of their garage doors, using either a smartphone or the security panel or hub, providing an extra layer of protection against intrusion. The Controller is compatible with any certified Z-Wave-enabled hub or security panel.\n\nFeatures of the new Ecolink Garage Door Controller:\n\n\nLONGER RANGE – The Controller is accessible up to 2,200 feet from any certified Z-Wave enabled security panel or home automation hub\n\n\nCOMPATIBILITY - The Controller is compatible with Z-Wave 300, 500 and 700 series security panels and hubs\n\n\nDIY HOME AUTOMATION – Easily mounts to an existing “L” bracket and connects via the Z-Wave LR standard\n\n\nEASY TO INSTALL AND USE– Easy to install and connect the Controller and an accompanying t...