Product Overview
Integrate your existing gear into your smart home with Home Assistant Connect AUX-2, the ultimate smart home multi-tool.
Stream CD-quality audio directly to your Hi-Fi or AV receiver, perfectly synced with your existing smart speakers.
Manage solar setups, TVs, UPSs, and more via its USB and two serial ports.
Optimize your Z-Wave network by placing it in the ideal spot in your home, and expand your Bluetooth reach with a dedicated antenna.
Power over Ethernet (PoE) enables a clean, single-cable setup, with Wi-Fi and USB-C options ready whenever you need them. Best of all, every purchase funds the development of Home Assistant.
Key Features
● In the box: Connect AUX-2, Warranty and Safety Information leaflet, Home Assistant sticker. USB-C and Ethernet cables not included.
● Supported features: Synchronized whole-home audio with Music Assistant (Sendspin), Home Assistant media playback, RS-232 serial control, RS-485 via USB adapter (sold separately), Z-Wave via Connect ZWA-2 (sold separately), Bluetooth LE proxy.
● Power and network: Power over Ethernet (802.3af or better) or USB-C, and Ethernet or Wi-Fi.
● Chips inside: ESP32-S3 (SoC), TI PCM5122 (audio DAC), and W5500 (Ethernet controller).
**Note: A Home Assistant system is required to connect and control devices with Connect AUX-2
🧰 THE SMART HOME MULTI-TOOL – audio, serial, Z-Wave, and Bluetooth, all at the same time. Just plug it in, and Home Assistant’s wizard helps you set it up.
⚡POWERFUL OPTIONS – power and data over a single Power over Ethernet (PoE) cable, or use USB-C power with Wi-Fi/Ethernet.
🎶 WHOLE-HOME SYNCED AUDIO – CD-quality analog or optical audio for your Hi-Fi or receiver, in sync with your smart speakers, and ready for Music Assistant.
🎛️ ADVANCED CONTROL – 2× RS-232 and an RS-485* let you control your TV, receiver, or projector even in standby, plus other serial gear. *RS-485 adapter sold separately.
📡 CONNECT ANYWHERE – move your Z-Wave network (Connect ZWA-2) to the best spot in your home. Adapter sold separately.
📶 ROCK-SOLID BLUETOOTH – a dedicated antenna brings Bluetooth smart home devices* into Home Assistant over a stable wired connection (*Bluetooth audio is not supported).
🛠️ BUILT TO BE TINKERED WITH – Built on ESPHome and easy to take apart. Ready to go out of the box, or customize it to your needs.
✅ RELIABLE TO THE CORE – Built by Nabu Casa, providing dedicated support and years of software updates.
🏠 FUNDING HOME ASSISTANT – Every purchase funds the development of Home Assistant.
Product Details
SoC | | ESP32-S3R88 MB PSRAM, 8 MB flash |
Audio DAC | | TI PCM5122 112 dB SNR |
Ethernet controller | | W5500 |
Power | | USB-C, 5 V DC, 2 APower over Ethernet (802.3af or better) |
Typical power draw | | Under 1 W |
Audio | |
Only one audio output can be used at a time. |
Output | | 3.5 mm analog or optical (S/PDIF)Output only |
Analog audio | | 16-bit / 48 kHz stereo |
Digital audio | | 16-bit / 48 kHz stereo PCMLossless |
Codecs | | FLAC, MP3, WAV |
Whole-home audio | | Synchronized via Music Assistant (Sendspin) |
Serial and USB | | |
Serial ports | | 2× 3.5 mm RS-232 (±5 V)TX/RX switch |
USB-A | | Connect ZWA-2 (Z-Wave)Waveshare USB-to-RS-485 adapter(sold separately) |
Connectivity | | |
Wi-Fi | | 2.4 GHz, 802.11b/g/n |
Bluetooth | | Bluetooth 5 LEProxy: up to 3 active connections |
Ethernet | | Power over Ethernet (802.3af or better)Ethernet with USB-C power |
Software | | |
Platform | | Built for Home AssistantBuilt on ESPHome |
Bootloader | | Unlocked, accepts custom firmware |
Device characteristics | |
Dimensions & weight | | 106 x 63 x 25 mm, 104 g |In box: 110 x 72 x 28 mm, 136 g |
Enclosure material | | ● Polycarbonate plastic● Colors: white and semi-transparent |
Environmental operating conditions | Indoor use only0 °C to 65 °C32 °F to 149 °F Humidity: non-condensingKeep in dry, not excessively dusty, environment to avoid damage to the unit.Do not leave the unit in direct sunlight or near any heat source, as this can cause overheating. |
Product | | |
Model No. | | NC-AUX-9758 |
Conformity | | CE, FCC, RCM |
FCC-ID | | 2A8ZE06 |
Origin | | Made in China |
Important Notes & Usage Tips
AUX-2 is NOT a standalone smart-home hub. It must be used with a running instance of the Home Assistant Green, (or any other supported host).
Connect ZWA-2, RS-485 adapter and cables sold separately.
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