Switcher Device

The Switcher device represents a controllable outlet or switch that can toggle the power supply to connected devices and monitor energy usage. It supports multiple outlets for power control.

Required Channels

These channels are mandatory for the functionality of the switcher device:

Optional Channels

These channels are optional and provide additional features:

Use Case Scenarios

1. Power Control:

   • Use the outlet channel to toggle the power supply on or off for connected devices.
   • For multi-outlet devices, control each outlet independently.

2. Energy Monitoring:

   • Track energy consumption with the electrical_energy channel for billing or usage optimization.
   • Monitor real-time power usage with the electrical_power channel to identify energy-hungry devices.

Developer Notes

1. Channel Implementation:

   • The device_information channel is required for identifying the device and providing basic metadata.
   • Implement multiple outlet channels for devices with multiple controllable switches or sockets.

2. Integration:

   • Add the electrical_energy and electrical_power channels to enable energy monitoring features.

3. Extensibility:

   • This device can be further enhanced by adding custom features for specific hardware, like timers or schedules for each outlet.

4. Handling Multiple Outlets:

   • Ensure that each outlet channel is uniquely identified and managed within the device for seamless user control.