Have the ZEN20 Power Strip paired to Home Assistant in just a few easy steps!
With the new ZWaveJS integration of Home Assistant, your smart home setup becomes more seamless, robust, and future-ready. We strongly recommend upgrading to this integration to ensure your Zooz devices are recognized and function correctly.
The latest Z-Wave JS UI now supports Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR), significantly extending the reach and reliability of your network. Even better, you now have the flexibility to use both traditional Z-Wave mesh and ZWLR devices on the same hub—giving you the best of both worlds. And with SmartStart QR code scanning now supported, device inclusion has never been quicker or easier.
When deciding which method to use, we recommend reading more about Z-Wave Long Range and how it differs from the Z-Wave mesh, as well as when to choose mesh vs ZWLR in the following two articles:
Z-Wave Long Range FAQ's
All About Z-Wave Long Range
Mesh or ZWLR is established at the time of inclusion; if you wish to change a currently included device from mesh to ZWLR or vice versa, this can only be done by excluding the device and re-including with the proper method.
Once properly included, the ZEN20 should display as follows:
- 1 parent device that is used to control the whole unit and where you will change any settings
- 5 x Individual child devices for separate outlet control
- 2 x USB monitoring child devices. These are not controllable, simply for monitoring purposes.
After powering up your Power Strip by plugging it into a grounded receptacle, you can add the device to your system using these steps:
Standard Mesh Inclusion
- In Home Assistant: open Configuration > Integrations > Z-Wave JS > Configure.
- Click on Add node.
- Click on Start Inclusion to initiate pairing.
- While the system is in inclusion mode, press the CH1 button 3 times very quickly (All LED indicators will start flashing).
- Home Assistant will confirm a successful inclusion
Z-Wave Long Range Inclusion
The Z-Wave JS UI integration of Home Assistant now supports Z-Wave Long Range (ZWLR) and with the latest app update (minimum 2025.5), QR code scanning for SmartStart is now supported. You will need to ensure you are using a Z-Wave stick that supports ZWLR along with a ZWLR supporting version of the ZEN20 (minimum hardware/firmware 4.0).
Ensure the device you want to include is NOT powered on at this time. SmartStart will only work if the device is not powered on until step 6.
1. From the menu, click Settings.
2. Choose Devices and Services.
3. From the devices page click Add Device.
4. Scan the QR Code from your ZWLR device.
5. Choose Direct Long Range.
6. Power on your device.
7. The device is now added with ZWLR.
Once the device has been added to your hub, you'll be able to create rules for it, control it remotely, and customize it via the advanced settings. If you are having issues adding the device to your network, check out the troubleshooting steps here.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you need help pairing your plug to Home Assistant, or if you have any other questions!
