I'm testing the outdoor Zigbee 3.0 siren NAS-AB06B2

The NEO Outdoor Intelligent Siren NAS-AB06B2 offers a reliable Zigbee alarm to secure a garden or terrace. Compatible with Zigbee2MQTT and Home Assistant, it combines powerful ringtone, stroboscope and solar panel. This detailed test explains its unpacking, installation and use over more than a year to guide home automation beginners.

Presentation of the NEO brand

NEO logo

NEO is a trademark of a Chinese company specialising in home automation products and smart home solutions. The company offers a diverse range of connected equipment, including smart plugs, sensors and alarms. I have known NEO for a long time for the reliability of its Zigbee sockets, which allows me to approach this siren with confidence. The NAS-AB06B2 model (reference SR01-ZB) uses the Zigbee 3.0 protocol, ensuring wireless range up to 55 metres outdoors and extended compatibility with home automation hubs.

Where to buy this equipment?

Here is the link to the page dedicated to NAS-AB06B2. I referenced the sellers and prices.

I open the box and check model SR01-ZB

NEO siren boxContents of the NEO siren box

NEO siren

A label specifies the reference SR01-ZB, confirming the model NAS-AB06B2. The box contains the siren with its battery installed, a USB-C cable for charging and sometimes an optional solar panel. Always check the polarities of the battery when replacing it in the future: The + and – signs are small, close to the barcode.

I turn the siren over and examine the back

Back of the NEO siren

The rechargeable 18650 grey battery dominates the back: This standard lithium-ion format offers a large capacity (usually 2000-3500 mAh) and is easily found as a replacement. It ensures a long battery life, rechargeable via USB-C 5V/1A or a 132×62 mm solar panel producing about 5V in full sun. A burglary (anti-sabotage) sensor is at the top, triggering the alarm if the siren is removed from the wall. Under the battery, the Type-C port allows fast charging and a reset button for pairing.

I integrate the NEO siren into Zigbee2MQTT

For ZHA users, note that this siren is not yet fully supported; Zigbee2MQTT remains the recommended solution for all features. I activate the pairing mode in Zigbee2MQTT, remove the battery protection tab: Nothing happens initially. I plug the USB-C cable into a 5V charger: the bottom of the siren lights blue and then turns off. I press the reset button for a long time: it blinks blue, successful pairing signal.

NEO siren detection in Zigbee2MQTT

Configuring the NEO siren in Zigbee2MQTT

The siren appears as NAS-AB06B2, corresponding to the label. The battery percentage flashes red: Normally, sirens often take 24 hours to report the exact value. The integration succeeds in seconds, the smoothest of all the Zigbee sirens tested.

Orders available in Zigbee2MQTT

NEO siren controls in Zigbee2MQTT

Alarm state : Indicates the initial state ‘no _alarm’, changing to ‘alarm _sound’, ‘alarm _light’ or ‘alarm _sound _light’ depending on the configuration.

Alarm_switch : Simple ON/OFF button. ON triggers the alarm, OFF stops it immediately – a rare simplicity compared to other Zigbee sirens.

Tamper alarm switch : Activates anti-sabotage. The alarm is triggered instantly if the siren is removed from the stand.

Tamper alarm : State of sabotage, ON in case of break-in, OFF otherwise.

Configuration options

Alarm Melody : 3 melodies available (melody_1, melody_2, melody_3). Choose one to vary the sounds and avoid habituation.

Alarm Mode : sound (sound alone), light (stroboscope alone) or sound+light. Combined mode effectively deters.

Alarm time : Duration from 1 to 60 minutes (cursor per minute). In France, limit to 3 minutes maximum to comply with the regulations.

Charging : True if USB-C plugged in, False otherwise. The solar panel doesn't always trigger this live info.

Battery : Percentage in % (updated every 24 hours). Edited one year later: no reliable lift, but impeccable operation.

NEO Siren Battery State

Documentation Zigbee2MQTT

The official Zigbee2MQTT page confirmed all presentations: alarm_state, alarm_switch, tamper, melody, mode, time, charging and battery. No surprise, everything is documented precisely.

I integrate and test in Home Assistant

I rename the siren in Zigbee2MQTT for clear identification.

Rename the NEO siren in Zigbee2MQTT

The entities first appear dispersed in Home Assistant; a restart aligns everything via MQTT. The equipment is displayed correctly with all controls.

Integration of the NEO siren in Home Assistant

All buttons work perfectly: ON/OFF, tamper, modes and durations. The alarm reaches approximately 95 dB at 1m (90 dB at 3m), strong and non-adjustable volume, IPX5 waterproofing for the outside (-10°C at 60°C).

Assessment and feedback

This NEO NAS-AB06B2 siren at a mini price (less than €35) excels: Perfect integration Zigbee2MQTT/Home Assistant, durable 18650 battery, practical solar panel, reactive anti-sabotage, 3 melodies and modes. Powerful volume (95dB), deterrent stroboscope. She dominates my Classification of outdoor Zigbee sirens.

  • Installation in production : 01 June 2024.
  • Back to 04 September 2025 : Battery still operational after 15 months, siren sounds perfectly on trigger. 
  • Back to 10 December 2025 : The siren went offline on the Zigbee network, I removed it from the wall, it was open, it was full of water, the electrical circuit died. HS siren. 
  • March 2026 : I am looking for a model that could replace this product, which is impossible to find better, I recommend a new one with the secret desire to silicon everything before installation.
  • 14 March 2026 : I note that Néo reviews the sealing of its external siren Zigbee NAS-AB06B2 and after writing this Article, I'm putting this new siren back into service.

Records for archives

Recto of the NEO siren leaflet

Reverse side of the NEO siren leaflet

Complete comparison of Zigbee sirens

To choose the best outdoor alarm, check out my detailed comparison.

 

I'm testing the indoor Zigbee 3.0 siren WOOX R7051

Who is Woox??

 

Difficult to read their website to know who they are, you have to look a little.

Woox is a Chinese company based in Shenzen founded in 2018 that manufactures products in three distinct worlds: socket, lighting and security. Their Chinese origin is confirmed by the link with Tuya, indeed, their ZigBee connected objects all evolve under Tuya environment. It should be noted that they can fortunately be installed directly on gateways for home automation boxes. Read More

I'm testing the Zigbee DS01 door/window detector

I check the received model

There are a lot of references, the model I received is a mystery. It has no reference inscribed, it is to the Zigbee2MQTT detection that I found a model.

It should be noted that in this model, the supplier added something to attach the sensor to the wall, which is nice.

I look at the technical characteristics

I put batteries

This model is equipped with a very practical AAA battery system (not supplied).

I launch the Zigbee pairing

I switch Zigbee2MQTT to pairing mode but nothing happens.

I press the reset button at the top of the module with a metal spike until the blue LED flashes.

The pairing starts.

It is therefore the DS01 model that appears on Zigbee2MQTT with an unknown manufacturer?! zbeacon?!

On the drawing, it looks like a sonoff by the way, I think zigbee2mqtt identifies it as an SNZB-04. 

The Open/Closed contact is well-functioning.

Clearly the information on the batteries goes up.

I'm going to Home Assistant.

I can find my equipment there

It is perfectly integrated! Note that it comes back in SNZB-04 as in Zigbee2MQTT, this product must be a clone of SNZB-04, impeccable.

I am testing the switch Zigbee JR-ZDS02 brand GIRIER

Zigbee Tuya module with neutral: verification and installation

This Zigbee Tuya module requires a neutral to operate and improve the Zigbee network. I received a model without visible reference, marked JR-ZDS02 at the time of purchase, with mandatory N terminal. Unlike the neutral-free module like the ZB-Switch-1ChL, it routes the Zigbee frames, thus enhancing the reach and stability of the mesh.

Neutral allows active routing of Zigbee signals: Each module with neutral acts as a repeater, relaying commands between remote devices. Without neutral, the equipment remains a terminal point, limiting network coverage. Choosing a module with neutral therefore optimises the entire home automation installation.

I check the received model

Many references exist for these Tuya Zigbee modules, but mine does not display any on the box or module. I noted JR-ZDS02 because it was indicated at the time of purchase. This specific version requires the presence of the neutral (blue wire in the electrical installation).

Attention: this module looks like a line for a line Module L (ZB-Switch-1ChL) which, on the other hand, operates without neutral. The key difference lies in the terminals: N (neutral) here, COM (common) on the other model.

Comparing terminals module with neutral vs without neutral
Visible difference between terminal N and COM

As a reminder, favoring equipment with neutral improves the Zigbee network. They route the frames, creating a robust mesh where each module relays the signals. Without neutral, they terminate the network without relaying, reducing the overall reach.

I connect L and N

Connections use a standard Wago or screw connector, typical of built-in modules. Connect the phase (L, brown) to the L terminal, the neutral (N, blue) to the N terminal, and the load (lamp or circuit) to the output terminal.

Always check that there is no tension with a tester before handling. Cut off the general circuit breaker, securely connect the twisted wires, and then close the flush-mounted housing.

Connecting L and N terminals to the Zigbee module
Classic connector for L and N

I integrate this box with Zigbee2MQTT

When power is turned on, the blue LED flashes immediately: sign that the module is switching to automatic pairing mode. Enable the pairing mode in Zigbee2MQTT (Permit Join button for a minimum of 30 seconds).

The pairing succeeds in a few seconds: the module appears in the list of devices. It is recognised as _TZE200 _fwoovgla (TS0001), with the exact icon of the 1 channel module.

Successful integration into Zigbee2MQTT - TS0001 recognition
Fast pairing and perfect recognition

Entities shall immediately report: state (on/off), brightness (if dimmable), power, and linkquality. Test the ignition/turn-off: Everything works without any additional configuration.

Entities available in Zigbee2MQTT: state, brightness, power
Functional state and brightness controls

I'm going to Home Assistant.

In Home Assistant, the equipment appears automatically via the MQTT integration. It is configured in switch or light according to the exposed entities (state for on/off, brightness for dimmer).

Perfect integration in Home Assistant
Ready-to-use entity in HA

The whole is perfectly integrated: fluid controls, immediate responsiveness, and monitoring of power consumption. No additional YAML configuration required.

For archive: instructions for use

Operating instructions back - wiring diagram module Zigbee Tuya with neutral
Connection diagram (back)
Duplex instructions for use - pairing instructions and characteristics
Instructions for use (recto)