S1-C6-R
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The **S1-C6-R** is a specific model of a **magnetic door/window contact sensor**, typically used in home automation and security systems. It is part of the "Smart" series, often associated with Zigbee or RF wireless protocols.
Below is a breakdown of the electronic parts and specifications for this component.
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### 1. Component Overview
The S1-C6-R is a two-part device: the **Sensor (Main Body)** and the **Magnet**. It operates on the principle of a magnetic reed switch to detect the opening and closing of doors or windows.
| Feature | Specification |
| :--- | :--- |
| **Communication Protocol** | Typically Zigbee 3.0 or 433MHz RF |
| **Battery Type** | CR2032 Lithium Coin Cell |
| **Operating Voltage** | 3V DC |
| **Quiescent Current** | ≤ 5uA (Ultra-low power consumption) |
| **Transmission Distance** | 30m - 50m (Internal/Open space) |
| **Installation** | 3M Adhesive Tape or Screws |
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### 2. Internal Electronic Parts
The device consists of several key internal elements that allow it to function within a smart home ecosystem:
#### A. The Reed Switch
This is the heart of the device. It consists of two flexible metal reeds in a glass envelope.
* **Function:** When the magnet (the smaller piece) is close, the magnetic field pulls the reeds together, closing the circuit. When the door opens, the field is lost, the circuit opens, and a signal is triggered.
#### B. Microcontroller (MCU)
A low-power MCU (often an 8-bit or 32-bit ARM Cortex-M0 based chip) manages the logic.
* **Function:** It stays in "Sleep Mode" to save battery and wakes up instantly when the Reed Switch changes state to process the event.
#### C. Wireless Transceiver
Depending on the specific variant (Zigbee or RF):
* **Zigbee:** Uses a 2.4GHz radio to communicate with a hub (e.g., Tuya, SmartThings).
* **RF:** Uses a simple 433MHz transmitter to send a "fixed code" or "learning code" to a security panel.
#### D. Antenna
A small PCB trace antenna or a coiled wire antenna used to broadcast the signal to the gateway.
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### 3. Circuit Operation Logic
1. **Standby:** The MCU is in deep sleep. The circuit consumes minimal micro-amps.
2. **Trigger:** The magnet moves away from the S1-C6-R body. The reed switch opens.
3. **Wake-up:** The hardware interrupt wakes the MCU.
4. **Transmission:** The MCU instructs the radio module to send a "Status: Open" packet to the controller.
5. **Confirmation:** If using Zigbee, it waits for an acknowledgment (ACK) from the hub before going back to sleep.
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### 4. Comparison of Variants
| Part Number Segment | Meaning |
| :--- | :--- |
| **S1** | Series identifier (often entry-level smart home) |
| **C6** | Form factor / Case design code |
| **R** | Indicates "Receiver" compatibility or "RF" (Radio Frequency) capability |
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How do I pair the S1-C6-R with a Zigbee gateway?
- ⤷ What is the typical battery life for this sensor?
- ⤷ Can the S1-C6-R be used outdoors?