Overview
Device templates define various device configurations needed for management. One template must be created for each device type.
Steps to Add Device Template
Access Device Management
Navigate to the menu and select device management.
Select Template Management
Choose the option in the side menu to manage device templates.
Create New Template
Click the add button to create a new template.
Configure Basic Information
Provide a name for the template. Device make and version should reflect the intended device type.
Device Type Selection
The system supports four device categories:
Generic Sensor
Devices sending sensor data to cloud services
Switch
Devices with relay control that listen to relay commands; can also report sensor values
Navigation Device
Equipped to send location coordinates periodically; can report sensor values
CCTV Monitoring
Camera-based devices generating AI insights with configurable object detection
Configuration Parameters
Data Publish Frequency
How often device data reports to the cloud (specified in seconds)
Device Connection
Currently only MQTT/MQTT(s) is supported
Device Fields Setup
Add multiple fields with these properties:
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Access Key | JSON path identifying the field in payload (supports nested JSON paths) |
| Name | Attribute recognition name in the system |
| Unit | Measurement unit |
| Thresholds | Maximum, minimum, upper, and lower boundary values (numeric fields only) |
| Field Usage | Three options—reported from device, command parameter to device, or both |
| Data Type | String, numeric, or boolean |
Advanced Options
- Data transformation functions available
- Multiple visualization options configurable
- Control grouping and UI interface selection for actuating devices