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Dropair Mini 6X

A Matter gateway for integrating compatible HVAC equipment with smart home control. Supported equipment and functions depend on firmware and configuration.

Matter HVAC Gateway
24 VAC / 5 VDC Input
Wi-Fi, BLE & Thread
54 mm Compact Housing

Mini6X Product Manual

V1.0.0 · 24 June 2026 · English PDF · 15 pages

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THE APPLICATION

Bring compatible HVAC equipment into a Matter smart home.

Low-voltage Matter gateway. Confirm the complete equipment and control arrangement before selection.

Compatible HVAC equipment

Model-specific low-voltage control interface

Dropair Mini 6X

Low-voltage Matter gateway

Matter smart home

Enabled functions depend on firmware

Conceptual application overview. It is not a wiring diagram; use the documentation for the exact supplied hardware and configuration.

Technical Specifications

Dropair Mini 6X — Low-voltage Matter gateway.

Model
Mini6X
Function
HVAC interface conversion and Matter integration
Dimensions
54 × 54 × 24.5 mm
Weight
52 g
Housing
White ABS + PC FR3010
AC input
24 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz, 0.5 A maximum
Alternative input
Micro USB, 5 VDC, 1 A maximum
Thermostat bypass supply
24 VAC, 0.1 A maximum
Dry-contact relay
36 V maximum, 1 A maximum; low-voltage signal control only
Mains connection
Do not connect directly to 100–240 V
Main wireless module
ESP32-C6-MINI-1-H8
Matter version
Matter 1.5, as documented in V1.0.0
Wireless functions
2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth LE and Thread; firmware dependent
Wi-Fi standard
IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ax
Auxiliary Bluetooth
Yeelight BG21 module
HVAC connector
2 × 8 control I/O terminal; configuration-specific signals
Thermostat connector
RJ45, T568B wiring; not Ethernet or PoE
Indicators
Yellow and green RJ45 LEDs; front blue/red/green status LEDs
Environment
Indoor, dry location; not waterproof
Commissioning
Matter commissioning / supported app
Manual
V1.0.0, 24 June 2026

Specifications follow the Mini6X Product Manual V1.0.0. Enabled wireless functions, HVAC signals and commissioning depend on the supplied firmware and equipment configuration.

Product Description

A low-voltage gateway for HVAC integration

Mini6X links compatible HVAC equipment with supported Matter smart home platforms. It combines a thermostat interface, model-specific control I/O and wireless communication in a compact enclosure. It is a separate product from the mains-powered Mini6 and Mini6S adapters.

Power and interface planning

The manual provides two low-voltage power options: 24 VAC and Micro USB 5 VDC. When a 24 VAC thermostat is not connected, the manual recommends Micro USB power. The RJ45 connection carries thermostat signals and 24 VAC bypass wiring where required; it must not be connected to a router, Ethernet switch or PoE supply.

Configuration and commissioning

The control connector supports documented dry-contact, RS485, HBS and other configuration-specific signals. These labels do not establish compatibility with every HVAC unit. Confirm the full indoor-unit model, protocol, cable, firmware and required functions before installation. Matter onboarding, available wireless features and control behaviour must be checked with the supplied firmware.

Installation and verification

Install indoors in a dry, serviceable position, away from condensate and moisture. The relay is for low-voltage signal control only, not direct operation of a compressor, motor or heater. Follow the complete manual and verify power, communication status, pairing and the supported heating, cooling and fan commands during commissioning.

Documentation and next steps

Mini6X Product Manual — V1.0.0 · 24 June 2026 · English PDF · 15 pages.

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