Name: Minoston Z-Wave 700 Series Energy Power Monitor Smart Plug for Indoor (MP21ZP)
Brand: Minoston
SKU: MP21ZP-7
Price: 23.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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30-SECOND SUMMARY

Quick overview of hardware design, presets, and electrical capability.

The Minoston MP21ZP is a Z-Wave 700 Series metering smart plug designed for reliable, secure energy monitoring. Operating at 908.42 MHz, it supports a maximum resistive load of 15A/1,875W and reports real-time power, voltage, current and kWh through a built-in meter. As a 700 Series device it works over the mesh only, reaching up to 150 feet with no Long Range support. S2 authenticated security and SmartStart simplify secure setup, while FCC Part 15B and Z-Wave Plus certification confirm US radio compliance and interoperability. Compatible with Z-Wave hubs such as SmartThings, Hubitat, Home Assistant, and HomeSeer, it turns any appliance into a monitored, schedulable load.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Core electrical ratings, RF frequency, and hardware capabilities.

WIRELESS PROTOCOL Z-Wave 700 Series (S2 · SmartStart · Energy Metering)

WORKING FREQUENCY 908.42 MHz (US Region)

MAX ELECTRICAL LOAD 15A 1875W Resistive / 5A 625W Tungsten / 1/3 HP

WIRELESS RANGE Up to 150 ft (Mesh)

SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS ETL Listed · FCC Part 15B

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HUB & ECOSYSTEM COMPATIBILITY

Integration drivers and feature support across major certified platforms.

Native Z-Wave JS

Home Assistant

Power, voltage, current and kWh, no custom driver

Edge Driver

SmartThings

Minoston channel required for metering capabilities

Built-in Generic Driver

Hubitat

On/off only, import Minoston driver for watts

S2 Verified

Amazon Alexa

On/off via controller, energy figures stay in the hub app

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Physical Installation & Safety

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Step 1: Choose the Right Location

Pick an indoor grounded 125 V receptacle within reach of a 700 Series node, clear of metal enclosures.

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Step 2: Plug Into the Wall Receptacle

Push the plug fully in until it sits flush, with no power strip or extension cord in between.

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Step 3: Connect the Load

Plug the appliance into the plug's own outlet and let it run a full minute before trusting the wattage.

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Step 4: Verify Power and Metering

Compare the reported wattage against the nameplate, then confirm the kWh counter climbs.

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Z-WAVE CONFIGURATION PARAMETERS

Internal register dictionary and setting options for customization.

Parameter / Setting	Size / Type	Values & Description
Param 1	1 Byte	Default:0 (0: LED on when load on, 1: LED on when load off, 2: always off, 3: always on)
Param 5	1 Byte	Default:5W (report only when reading moves by this much)
Param 2	4 Byte	Default:0 (0 – 65535minutes, auto turn-off timer)

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Button Operations & LED Indicators

Status / Indicator	Description / Physical Feedback
Blue	inclusion
Purple	exclusion
Red	network failure
Hardware Factory Reset	Press 2x quickly, hold 3rd press 10s

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Network Pairing Walkthrough

Recommended steps for smart network inclusion and initial setup.

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Step 1: Scan the DSK Code

Open the hub's SmartStart screen and scan the 25-digit DSK code printed on the packaging box.

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Step 2: Power On and Wait

Plug it in and leave it; SmartStart joins within 10 minutes, with the blue LED blinking while the hub interviews it.

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Step 3: Tune the Parameters

Set Param 5 for the report threshold, Param 6 for the report interval and Param 12 for the kWh push rate.

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Step 4: Test Metering and Automation

Run the appliance and confirm wattage and kWh both move, then check the standby draw.

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Troubleshooting FAQs

Direct solutions to common network, protocol, and pairing questions.

Q: Which firmware line does the 700 Series unit run?

A: 700 Series plugs use the V01R30P01 line and update over the air from the hub. Check the version the hub reports before diagnosing a fault, because a plug that locks up periodically is usually on an older build.

Q: The plug locks up every few weeks and only a power cycle clears it.

A: Note the firmware version in the hub, run the over-the-air update, then re-interview the device. If it still locks up on the current build, the unit has a hardware fault and should be replaced.