KnockautX Master Gateway TWO

The Master Gateway TWO supports Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and ZigBee communication and is the core device of the KnockautX wireless network. Various devices are added to the network through the gateway to enable their communication.

The Smart Home Hub connects to the 2.4 GHz router via Wi-Fi or a network cable to establish communication with the cloud and the KnockautX app. Users can add, reset, and control devices through the gateway. The Master Gateway TWO is the central element for creating, coordinating, and executing automations with KnockautX products.

The internet connection can be established either through a direct connection to the router (LAN) or via Wi-Fi. The advantage of using a LAN cable is that the gateway can be connected to any other router at any time without requiring configurations. The benefit of connecting to the internet via Wi-Fi lies in the router's independence from location, as no physical connection to the router is needed.

The connection of KnockautX devices to the smart hub is intentionally made exclusively through ZigBee wireless. A direct connection of the devices via Wi-Fi is deliberately avoided, as this would always require a full Wi-Fi coverage for system stability and range. Since every ZigBee device connected to power also acts as a repeater (signal booster) and there are additionally small USB repeater sticks available, networking via ZigBee mesh network is a better choice than pure Wi-Fi connectivity. When changing routers or locations, the gateway can simply be reconnected at the new location, and all devices are immediately reconnected and ready for use.