Support for Matter
Please find below support for Matter integration with Yale.
Getting Started FAQ's
Please find Getting Started FAQ's with Matter.
What is Matter?
Matter is a common language for smart home devices. It is a protocol that is a unified, open-source standard for smart home devices, developed by the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA), formerly known as the Zigbee Alliance.
It aims to simplify the smart home ecosystem by ensuring that devices from different manufacturers can work together seamlessly.
What is a Matter integration?
Your Linus L2 and Linus L2 Lite supports Matter, the new standard for smart home devices. Matter allows secure control of your smart home devices across various platforms.
Matter enables seamless integration of your smart lock into leading smart home ecosystems. Local Matter integration operates within your network, offering quick and secure control of your smart lock.
To integrate your Linus L2 and Linus L2 Lite into your smart home, you need a suitable hub that supports Matter. Compatible hubs include devices from Apple Home, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, and Amazon Alexa.
What are the benefits of Matter?
- Interoperability: Matter enables devices to integrate effortlessly into your Smart Home. Each family member can use their preferred platform to control the Smart Home, enhancing user convenience and satisfaction.
- Local Integration: Matter enables devices to communicate locally with hubs, ensuring your data never leaves your home. This local integration provides a secure and reliable way to control your Smart Home devices.
- Easy activation: Activating Matter is simple and quick, taking just a few moments to set up. This makes it accessible for all users.
What are the supporting Smart Home platforms?
- Apple Home
- Samsung SmartThings
- Google Home
- Amazon Alexa
What Smart Home Hubs are supported for Matter?
Compatible Matter hubs:
- Google: Nest Hub (2nd Gen), Nest Hub Max, Nest Wi-Fi Pro (Wi-Fi 6E)
- Samsung SmartThings: SmartThings 2018 Hub (IM6001-V3P01), Aeotec Smart Home Hub, Smart Things Station
- Apple: Apple TV 4K (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Ethernet, Apple TV 4K (2nd generation), HomePod (2nd generation), HomePod mini
- Amazon: Echo (4th Gen), eero Pro 6E, eero Pro 6, eero 6+, eero 6, eero PoE 6, eero PoE gateway, eero Pro, eero Beacon.
How do I manage the Matter connection on Linus L2?
Disconnect Matter: If you disconnect Matter, your Linus L2 will no longer be available via Matter. Existing connections will be disconnected. If you want to reactivate them later, you can easily do so using the slider. You do not need to redo the initial activation.
Do I need to register Matter connections with the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) or Matter websites?
No, you do not need to resigster on CSA or the Matter website.
Are there subscription fees or other costs associated to Matter?
No, there are no fees or other costs associated to Matter.
What new features does Matter introduce on Linus L2?
The new Matter 1.2 standard distinguishes between the actions "Open door" and "Unlock". Matter 1.2 is supported on FW version 2.0.20 or higher of your Linus L2.
Please note: This new feature is currently only available with Home Assistant as the Matter Hub.
Everyday Use FAQ's
Please find Everyday Use FAQ's for Matter.
Will I still need a Smart Hub or Yale Wi-Fi Connect Bridge?
The only bridge or hub you will require is from the partner integration. If you are connecting your Linus L2 to a Matter partner integration you must use the Linus L2's inbuilt Wi-Fi.
Can I use Matter to control my device remotely?
Once your Linus L2/Linus L2 Lite is connected to your preferred Smart Home App (Alexa, Google Home etc) you can lock and unlock your Linus L2, and check lock status or battery state.
The features available for controlling your Linus L2/Linus L2 Lite in the Smart Home app are limited compared to the Yale Home app.
You can control your Smart Lock remotely using the Smart Home app and your Matter hub. However, for full remote access to all features, we recommend using the Linus L2's built-in Wi-Fi and the Yale Home App.
Does Doorsense work through Matter?
Dependent on the Smart Home integration, as of today only Home Assistant is capable of this.
Troubleshooting FAQ's
Please find Getting Started FAQ's with Matter.
Ensuring a stable connection via Apple Home
The update and restart of all components help establish a stable connection.
Here are some simple steps to resolve issues with integrating your Smart Lock via Matter into your Apple Home:1) Update Yale Products
Ensure that the firmware of your Linus L2/Linus L2 Lite and The Yale Home app are up to date.2) Update Matter Hub
Check if an software update is available for your Apple HomePod or your Apple TV . The current software version contributes to improving stability.3) Restart Linus L2/Linus L2 Lite
Restart your Linus L2 by removing the batteries or the Power Pack for a short time and then reinserting them into the device.4) Restart Matter Hub
Restart your Apple TV or HomePod.
The steps listed here will assist you in integrating your Linus L2 into your Smart Home and establishing a stable connection when one of the following errors occurs:- You have successfully connected your Linus L2/Linus L2 to your HomePod or Apple TV. However, through Apple Home, your Linus L2 is displayed with the message "No response."
- You receive an error message when you try to connect Linus L2 and Matter Hub. The connection cannot be established.
How to Troubleshoot Matter on Linus L2/Linus L2 Lite
If the device fails to set up Matter in any of the apps:
- Reboot the device by removing and inserting the battery(s) of the Linus L2/Linus L2 Lite
- Check to see if reboot resolves the failure if not proceed to step 3
- Navigate to Matter settings in Yale Home
- Disconnect Matter
- Navigate to Matter settings in Yale Home
- Enable Matter