Discover unparalleled water management with a high-precision ultrasonic meter, flexible installation, hot and cold water variants, built-in cutoff valve, dual power options, and advanced ModBUS connectivity. Video Doorbell Your Door’s Most Intelligent Security System Video Doorbell See Smarter. Sleep Safer. Total Peace. Features Technical Specifications AI Detection: Detects people, pets, and motion using onboard AI to reduce false alerts. AC Powered: Operates continuously with stable power via standard wall outlet. Cloud+Local storage: Stores recordings both locally and in the cloud for secure backup and remote access. Infrared Night Vision: Captures clear video in complete darkness using IR LEDs. 2K HD Video Quality: Delivers sharp, detailed footage at 2K resolution for improved visibility. IP65 Weatherproof: Designed to resist dust and heavy rain for reliable outdoor use. Matter Compliant: Integrates seamlessly with other smart devices using the latest Matter 1.5 standard. Dual Band Wi-Fi: Supports both 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi for flexible and stable connectivity. Rechargeable Battery: Runs on a built-in battery for wireless operation and easy placement. Anti Theft Alarm: Triggers a loud alert if tampered with, deterring unauthorized removal. Quick Response Recording: B egins recording instantly on detection to ensure no event is missed. System Main Chip: Novatek NT98568 Wi-Fi Chip: Quectel FGMC62N Camera Camera Resolution: 2K 3MP (2052H x 1540V). Lens: f:1.18mm, D-180°, H-173.7°, V-140.8° DongGuan YuTong Optical Technology Co ., Ltd Model: YT70009. Frame Rate: Up to 30 fps. Video Compression: H.265 / H.264 / MJPEG. Night Vision: 950 nm IR LED Up to 7.5 m (24 ft). Live View: Yes. Image Enhancement: WDR. Connectivity Network Connectivity: Connect via Wi-Fi. Wireless Connectivity: IEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz & 5 GHz Wi-Fi (Dual Band). Wi-Fi Standard: Wi-Fi 6. Bluetooth protocol: BLE 5.4. Wireless Chime: Wi-Fi based with Booster capability. Audio Audio Input & Output: Built-in Microphone and Speaker. Audio Communication: Two-Way Audio with Noise Cancellation. Speaker Volume: 98 dB (Anti-theft siren, Level measured at 4-inch/10-cm distance). Storage Local Storage: MicroSD Card (Up to 256 GB Supported). Cloud Storage: Depends on client requirement. Recording: Local Video Recording. Power & Battery Power Option 1: Adapter(5V/1.5A) with Type-C Cable + 5200 mAh Battery. Power Option 2: Wired 8 - 24 VAC + 5200 mAh Battery. Power Option 3: Battery Powered ( 5200 mAh Standard ) - Road Map. Network & Protocols Supports: Matter 1.5 (Roadmap). Digital Platform: B.One Plus and Custom Integrations. Detections and Notifications Sensor: Single PIR Motion Sensor (FOV: H-138°, V-125°) Huizhou Newopto Sensor Technology Co., Ltd. Model No: XYC-PIR214D-D0. Activity Zones: Yes (Works with Motion Detection). AI Detection: Motion Detection, Person Detection, Vehicle Detection, Pet Detection (Not yet supported), Package Detection (Not yet supported). Notifications: Mobile App Alerts. Alert Types: Tamper Warning/SOS Alerts, Chime Notification. LED Indication Blinking red rapidly: Addition mode. Blinking green slowly: Added, connected to AP but no internet. Solid green: Connected to the cloud. Blinking red slowly: Offline (not connected to AP). Interfaces Charging Interface: USB Type-C. Memory Slot: Suitable for Micro SD card. Power Input: AC-Wired 8 - 24 VAC. Buttons: 1 × Power ON/OFF, 1 × Device Pairing and Reset. General Specs Ingress Protection: IP64. System Requirements: B.One Plus App: iOS 16.0 or higher, Android 11.0 or higher. Mounting Options: Mount to a Wall. Operating Temperature: - 20 °C to 50 °C. Storage Temperature: - 20 °C to 70 °C. Operating Humidity: 10%~90% RH, Non-condensing, Storage Humidity: 5%~90% RH, Non-condensing. Dimensions ( W x D x H ): 5.7 x 1.9 x 1.4 in (145 × 49 × 35.7 mm). Package Content: B.One Video Doorbell x 1 (Including Battery), B.One Chime x 1, Extension Wires × 2, Adapter with Type-C Cable x 1-Only INDIA, Jumper for Existing Mechanical Chime × 1 (only for USA), Screws & Anchors x 2, Device Mounting Screws x 2, Mounting Template x 1, Device locking screw x 1, 15° Mounting Wedge x 1. Certification Certification: CE, RoHS,FCC

Discover Blaze Automation products that revolutionise IoT connectivity, energy management, and smart living solutions. Innovating Tomorrow's IoT Today Powering Global Innovation with IoT Solutions. From concept to reality, we're redefining connectivity for a smarter future. All Things. Be One® © Copyright Protected | Blaze Automation Sustainability at Our Core Building Solutions that help our customers optimize their Energy and Water Consumption. Residential | Commercial | Industrial Read More Powering IoT with Edge Computing AI Paradigm Shift in IoT with pushing intelligence to the Edge. Multiprotocol Gateways with AI capability. Residential | Commercial | Industrial Read More Your Strategic IoT ODM Partner Founded in 2007, Blaze Automation is a leading Original Design Manufacturer (ODM) in the IoT industry. We partner with a global customer base to design, develop, test, manufacture, and certify a wide range of hardware products and software solutions tailored to our clients' needs. 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Learn more AI-Ready Automation Gateway The Heartbeat of Seamless IoT Communication Discover Blaze Automation's cutting-edge Multi-Protocol IoT Gateways: Seamless Communication: Facilitates device-to-device and device-to-cloud interactions. Multi-Protocol Support: Compatible with Ethernet, Z-Wave, Zigbee, BLE, BT, Wi-Fi (Dual Band), LTE, and WiSun. Edge & Cloud Computing: Offers real-time data processing and reduced cloud reliance. Advanced Features: Integrates all your smart home devices on a single platform. Enhanced Security: Military-grade encryption ensures data privacy and protection. Superior Performance: State-of-the-art architecture for ultra-fast command execution. Explore Gateways Energy Monitoring The Pulse of Precise Grid-Edge Optimization The ultimate solution for energy monitoring and optimization at the grid edge. Comprehensive Monitoring: Tracks voltage, current, power, and energy data. 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In accordance with the DMCA, we’ve adopted the policy below toward copyright infringement. We reserve the right to (1) block access to or remove material that we believe in good faith to be copyrighted material that has been illegally copied and distributed by any of our advertisers, affiliates, content providers, members or users and (2) remove and discontinue service to repeat offenders. Remember that your use of B.One’s Services is at all times subject to the Terms of Use which incorporates this Copyright Dispute Policy. Any terms we use in this Policy without defining them have the definitions given to them in the Terms of Use. 1. Procedure for Reporting Copyright Infringements. If you believe that material or content residing on or accessible through the Services infringes your copyright (or the copyright of someone whom you are authorized to act on behalf of), please send a notice of copyright infringement containing the following information to Blaze Automation’s Designated Agent to Receive Notification of Claimed Infringement (our “Designated Agent,” whose contact details are listed below): A physical or electronic signature of a person authorized to act on behalf of the owner of the copyright that has been allegedly infringed; Identification of works or materials being infringed; Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing including information regarding the location of the infringing materials that the copyright owner seeks to have removed, with sufficient detail so that Blaze Automation is capable of finding and verifying its existence; Contact information about the notifier including address, telephone number and, if available, email address; A statement that the notifier has a good faith belief that the material identified in (1)(c) is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law; and A statement made under penalty of perjury that the information provided is accurate and the notifying party is authorized to make the complaint on behalf of the copyright owner. 2. 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As the smart home landscape rapidly evolves, the challenge isn’t just innovation — it’s integration. Retrofitting connected technology into tight electrical enclosures and older infrastructure remains one of the most overlooked pain points. Enter Blaze Automation’s B.One In-Wall Pico Relay  — a product that proves compact design doesn’t have to come at the cost of performance. At just 17.6 mm thin , this ultra-slim module redefines how and where intelligent automation can be deployed. Reimagining What Fits Inside a Wall Most standard junction boxes are too shallow for conventional smart relays. Space constraints have always limited what’s possible behind existing switches, especially in legacy buildings. That’s exactly where the B.One Pico Relay delivers. With its incredibly compact form factor, it installs effortlessly behind switches and outlets - no messy surface-mounted boxes or complicated rewiring required. It’s a seamless way to upgrade traditional switchboards into smart, connected control panels without altering their appearance or layout. But don’t let the size fool you. The Pico Relay is packed with capabilities that rival much larger devices. It supports Wi-Fi or Zigbee , handles loads up to 16A , and includes built-in protection against overheating, overload, and voltage fluctuations . All of this is wrapped into a form factor that makes it ideal for OEMs and system integrators looking for efficient, certifiable, and space-saving solutions. Smart Functionality in the Tightest Spaces From smart homes to commercial retrofits, the applications are as diverse as they are impactful. The Pico Relay is the go-to solution for installations where conventional relays simply won’t fit - such as shallow junction boxes , narrow switchboards , or multi-relay gang boxes . It allows users to transform ordinary switches into smart ones while maintaining their original look and feel. Integrators can use it to power smart lighting scenes, automate fans or appliances, and enable energy monitoring — all while reducing the footprint of their automation stack. Its stealth design not only saves space but simplifies deployment across both new and retrofit projects. Multiple Pico Relays can even be installed side-by-side within a single gang box to support multi-channel control, making them ideal for compact, high-efficiency smart home builds. Built by Blaze, Built for What’s Next At the core of this innovation is Blaze Automation’s mission: building powerful automation hardware that’s as elegant as it is effective. The Pico Relay is a product of that philosophy — not just smaller, but smarter. It’s designed, engineered, and manufactured to meet strict quality and performance benchmarks that Blaze customers worldwide have come to trust. For OEM partners, the Pico Relay offers a performance boost with minimal redesign. For integrators, it reduces complexity and expands installation possibilities. And for users, it offers a powerful, invisible layer of automation that enhances comfort, efficiency, and control. Blaze Automation’s B.One In-Wall Pico Relay  is a benchmark for where smart technology is heading - slimmer, smarter, and seamlessly embedded into the spaces we live and work in. Ready to make your infrastructure smarter without compromise? Let’s talk. Blaze Automation is here to help you bring precision-engineered, space-optimized intelligence to your next project — one switchboard at a time.

The Internet of Things is exploding – over 25 billion devices today and an estimated 50 billion by 2030. Everything from smart bulbs to industrial sensors is online, often handling sensitive data. Yet most of this traffic is unprotected (roughly 98% unencrypted), making IoT devices easy targets. In fact, low-cost devices with weak or no encryption are “often targeted by cyberattacks due to weak encryption and authentication”. In this landscape, securing data at the edge is vital. One crucial ingredient is randomness – the unpredictability that underpins strong encryption. By adding quantum-enhanced random number generation to its AI-ready Edge gateways, Blaze Automation is helping to raise the bar for IoT security. Why Randomness (Entropy) Matters In cryptography, entropy is essentially the “randomness” used to create secure keys. Think of it as rolling a die: the more unpredictable the roll, the more secure the resulting code. As one security blog puts it, entropy is “a measure of the randomness or unpredictability of data” used to generate keys. Without enough entropy, keys can be guessed or brute-forced. In practice, IoT devices use random numbers to create encryption keys, digital signatures, and other cryptographic safeguards. For example, Encryption keys are “comprised of random numbers that should be impossible to predict,” and that “the greater the degree of randomness, the better protected information will be”. In short, high-quality randomness is the foundation of strong encryption. If the random bits are predictable or poor, even military-grade algorithms can be undermined. Quantum Random Number Generators (QRNGs) to the Rescue Traditional random number generators (RNGs) in computers are often pseudo-random (based on algorithms) or limited by physical sensors. They can suffer bias or depletion of entropy. By contrast, Quantum Random Number Generators (QRNGs) harness fundamental quantum phenomena (like photon behavior) to produce truly unpredictable bits. These bits are not repeatable or correlated – even the hardware manufacturer can’t predict them – making them ideal for cryptography. Unlike classical RNGs, QRNGs are essentially immune to environmental noise or manipulation. Importantly, QRNGs are built for the quantum era. In practice, that means QRNG-produced keys are strongest, by ensuring every key on the gateway starts from genuine quantum entropy, Blaze’s new gateways help guard against both today’s threats and tomorrow’s quantum-powered attacks. Blaze’s QRNG-Enhanced Edge Gateways Blaze’s AI-ready Edge Gateway (Edge 2.0) with built-in QRNG. Our gateways support dozens of IoT protocols – Wi‑Fi (2.4/5 GHz), Z‑Wave, Zigbee, BLE/Bluetooth, LTE (CAT M1/NB‑IoT), Ethernet, and more– making them the central hub of any smart installation. They pack powerful processors and can run AI workloads locally, offloading tasks from the cloud. Critically, they encrypt data locally: Blaze’s Edge Gateway provides “secure data management with military-grade encryption at the edge”. Now, Blaze has taken security even further by adding a hardware QRNG chip inside the gateway. This means every time the gateway generates an encryption key, it comes from fundamentally random quantum bits. No longer does the device rely solely on software RNG or other entropy sources that might be weak – it has its own true  entropy generator. In practice, this equips the entire IoT network with a hardware root-of-trust . Blaze’s customers can be confident that their data is encrypted with keys that even advanced attackers cannot predict or replicate. Benefits for You and Your Customers Blaze’s integration of QRNG into edge gateways delivers multiple customer benefits: Stronger Encryption: Keys start from quantum randomness, making them virtually unpredictable. This raises the bar on security – even if someone intercepts the data, cracking it is far harder when keys have maximal entropy. Post-Quantum Ready: Conventional RNGs (tied to today’s crypto algorithms like RSA/ECC) could be broken by future quantum computers. A QRNG puts you ahead: as one study explains, QRNGs are “essential for post-quantum security frameworks and next-generation encryption methods”. In short, your gateways are ready for the cryptographic challenges of tomorrow. Future-Proof Scalability: QRNGs can be deployed across an entire IoT network – on devices, in the cloud, or in mix-and-match architectures. Blaze gateways with QRNG can scale from small smart homes to large industrial IoT sites. The same quantum entropy source can help secure thousands of devices without a hitch, giving your solution future-proof scalability. Trusted Differentiation: By using quantum hardware at the edge, you offer a unique security value. This can be a powerful selling point to end-customers and partners who demand the highest trust (think healthcare, finance, or critical infrastructure). Blaze’s QRNG-enabled gateways give your products a competitive edge – you’re not just more secure today, you’re staying ahead of the curve.

What Is Matter and Why It Matters in IoT Matter is a new open smart-home connectivity standard created by the Connectivity Standards Alliance (led by Apple, Google, Amazon, Samsung, and others) to fix the fragmentation in IoT. It enables easier, more secure, and more reliable communication  between devices, apps, and cloud services across different brands. In practical terms, a Matter-certified device can work with all major ecosystems  (Apple HomeKit, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, etc.) via a single protocol. This means manufacturers no longer need to build multiple versions of the same product for different platforms, and consumers get a unified experience  regardless of which phone or voice assistant they use. Matter is also designed for local operation – devices can communicate on your local network without requiring constant cloud access, improving speed and reliability for core functions. In short, Matter standardizes IoT interoperability , benefiting everyone in the ecosystem. (Previously, each smart device vendor had its own onboarding process and proprietary integration, forcing device makers to maintain different firmware and certifications for each ecosystem – an expensive and complex endeavor. Matter addresses this challenge by providing one common standard for all.) Key Benefits of Adopting Matter for Smart Devices and Manufacturers Universal Compatibility:  Matter enables devices from different manufacturers to seamlessly work together under one standard. A Matter-enabled light bulb or thermostat will interoperate with any Matter controller or app, regardless of brand, ending the compatibility guessing game for consumers. For example, a new smart lock that speaks Matter can be controlled by Apple’s, Google’s, or Amazon’s smart home apps out-of-the-box, greatly expanding its market reach. Future-Proofing:  Backed by all the industry giants and governed by an alliance, Matter is poised to be the long-term foundation for smart home connectivity. Its open, evolving nature means new device types and improvements are regularly added (Matter 1.4 in late 2024 expanded support to more categories like home appliances, and energy management devices). Adopting Matter helps future-proof devices  against shifting ecosystem trends, ensuring they remain relevant and compatible for years to come. Enhanced Security:  Matter was built with security “baked in” from day one.  All Matter interactions require robust encryption and verified device identities. Every Matter device carries a unique cryptographic certificate issued by the manufacturer and signed by a trusted authority, so devices can prove they are authentic and not cloned or tampered. During setup, devices undergo an attestation process and only join the network after their credentials are validated. All communication on a Matter network is end-to-end encrypted and authenticated, preventing eavesdropping or unauthorized commands. In essence, Matter devices adhere to a zero-trust  security model – no default passwords or “anonymous” access – making smart homes far more resilient to attacks. Seamless User Experience (Multi-Admin Support):  With Matter, consumers enjoy simplified setup and control  of devices. There’s a standard commissioning method (typically scanning a QR code) that works across all Matter devices, so onboarding new gadgets is straightforward. Once on the network, devices can be controlled from any ecosystem simultaneously. Matter’s multi-admin feature  allows multiple apps/platforms to share control of the same device at the same time – for instance, a Matter smart plug could be managed by Amazon Alexa and Google Home simultaneously without re-pairing. This flexibility lets users mix and match platforms (or allow multiple family members to use their preferred assistants) for a truly frictionless experience. As AWS IoT experts note, Matter provides unified device management across ecosystems, eliminating the need for product-specific apps. The result is a more intuitive and hassle-free smart home  that encourages broader adoption. Cost Savings & Simplified Development:  For device manufacturers, Matter dramatically streamlines product development and support. Instead of engineering and certifying separate versions of a device for different ecosystems (one for Apple’s HomeKit, another for Works with Alexa, etc.), vendors can invest in a single Matter integration and certification  that covers all platforms. This reduces engineering effort, testing, and maintenance overhead. It also simplifies inventory since one SKU can serve all markets. Additionally, Matter’s specification is open-source with a royalty-free SDK, which lowers licensing costs and provides a common foundation to build on. Overall, adopting Matter can cut time-to-market and long-term support costs, letting companies focus more on innovation and product quality rather than chasing multiple standards. Real-World Momentum and Early Adopters Matter only officially launched in late 2022, but it has gained significant momentum in the smart home industry. Every major smart home platform has rolled out support for Matter.  In fact, most ecosystem providers enabled Matter compatibility via software updates to their existing hubs and speakers in 2023. For example, Apple’s HomePod Mini, Google’s Nest Hub, Amazon Echo devices, and Samsung SmartThings hubs all now act as Matter controllers (and Thread border routers in many cases) to onboard and manage Matter devices. This means if you buy a new Matter-enabled smart bulb or door sensor, you can set it up directly using any of these platforms. Consumers no longer have to worry about whether a device is “Works with Alexa” or “Works with Google” – if it’s Matter-certified, it works with all . On the device side, hundreds of products across many categories  are quickly becoming Matter-compatible. The Matter 1.4 specification (released Nov 2024) expanded support to cover most common smart home device types, including lights, plugs, locks, thermostats, blinds, sensors, TVs, appliances, and more. Forward-looking manufacturers like Nanoleaf, Eve, and Philips Hue have announced firmware updates or new models to bring Matter support to their lighting and sensor products, and many new devices are launching with Matter out-of-the-box. While not every legacy device is upgraded yet, the trend is clear – Matter is rapidly becoming the baseline for connectivity in new smart home gadgets. The standard’s promise of local control, better security, and cross-platform control  is driving broad industry adoption and investment. (It’s worth noting that Matter coexists with existing technologies: for example, bridges can link non-IP devices (like Zigbee or Z-Wave sensors) into a Matter network. This helps protect consumers’ existing device investments during the transition to Matter.) Key Technical Features of the Matter Protocol From an engineering perspective, Matter introduces a modern, robust foundation for IoT devices. Some of its notable technical features include: IP-Based Networking (IPv6):  Unlike traditional home automation protocols that are vendor-specific, Matter runs over standard Internet Protocol. Matter devices are IP-addressable and communicate using IPv6, whether over Ethernet, Wi-Fi, or Thread wireless mesh. Thread is a low-power IEEE 802.15.4 mesh network that Matter uses for sensors and other low-bandwidth devices, while Wi-Fi/Ethernet support higher bandwidth needs – and Matter unifies them at the application layer. By leveraging IP, Matter devices can talk to each other on the local network without proprietary hubs, and they can also interface with cloud services as needed using common networking (e.g. HTTP, mDNS for service discovery). This IP foundation makes Matter networks highly scalable and reliable, and eases integration with existing IT infrastructure. Plus, local IP control ensures your smart home stays functional even if the internet is down. Multi-Admin and Multi-Fabric Support:  Matter introduces the concept of fabrics , which are like secure home networks for Matter devices. A fabric can have one or more administrators  (controllers) that manage devices. With Matter’s multi-admin capability, a single device can join multiple fabrics – meaning it can be controlled by more than one smart home system at the same time. Technically, a device holds secure credentials for each admin/controller (for example, one for your Apple Home and one for your Alexa). This feature is groundbreaking in that it breaks the old one-ecosystem silo model. You could set up a Matter smart plug with Apple HomeKit and still allow Amazon Alexa to access it, for instance. Matter takes care of ensuring consistent state and security across these connections. For product developers, multi-admin means they no longer have to choose which ecosystems to support – they support Matter and automatically get compatibility with all, concurrently. Secure by Design Architecture:  Security is a first-class element in Matter’s architecture. Every device must go through cryptographic attestation  when joining a network. As mentioned, manufacturers embed a Device Attestation Certificate (DAC) in each device, signed by a trusted Product Attestation Authority, which the onboarding controller checks against the CSA’s Distributed Compliance Ledger (a blockchain-based registry of certified devices). Only authentic, certified devices are allowed to join. Communication is protected at all stages with strong encryption (using AES-128 and SHA-256 in Matter’s secure messaging), and there are no default passwords  – pairing requires a per-device setup code and an exchange of cryptographic keys (PASE and CASE protocols for commissioning and operational sessions). Matter also enforces fine-grained access control: devices carry Access Control Lists that specify which other devices/users can control them and in what way. Combined, these measures ensure trusted devices, secure control, and encrypted communication  throughout the system. For the end user, this means a much harder target for hackers – a compromised camera or bulb cannot be used to infiltrate your network, and rogue devices can’t just join without permission. For product makers, Matter’s security framework provides a clear path to implementing best-in-class IoT security without having to invent it from scratch. Standardized Setup and Operation:  Matter defines a uniform device data model and interaction model, based on a cluster (feature) library much like Zigbee’s. This means a light bulb or door lock from different vendors will expose the same standard functionality to controllers. Developers can use the open-source Matter SDK (under Apache license) to implement the standard device behaviors, which accelerates development and ensures interoperability. Device commissioning is standardized too – typically using Bluetooth Low Energy or Wi-Fi for initial onboarding, initiated by a QR code or numeric code. This consistent approach simplifies the user experience and reduces support issues. Matter also supports OTA (over-the-air) updates  and mandatory compliance testing, so devices can be updated for improvements or security patches in a controlled way. All these technical choices contribute to Matter’s goals of simplicity, reliability, and interoperability  at scale. (In summary, Matter’s technical stack combines the reliability of local networking  with the convenience of a unified application layer , plus a secure handshake and messaging protocol  that every device must adhere to. It’s a huge leap from the patchwork of IoT standards we had before.)