How to Configure Device Type via Serial for Matter over Thread Modules?

[OllLlllO]

Hello Nordic community,

I am currently working on developing applications for Matter over Thread and have set up my ZAP file accordingly. I've successfully flashed two types of devices onto my module, specifically a light bulb and a door lock.

Now, I would like to implement a feature that allows customers to configure the type of device via a serial interface. Essentially, the goal is for the customer to receive our module and then use the serial interface to configure it to the desired device type, such as removing the lock and leaving only the light bulb functionality.

Could anyone provide guidance or examples on how to achieve this functionality? Any help or pointers towards relevant documentation would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you!

[Amanda Hsieh]

Hi, 

It is required to compile the project for taking effect of configs setting. You might control the function's ability from the application by yourself instead of touching the configuration setting.

Regards,
Amanda H.

[OllLlllO]

"Thank you for your response. So, does it mean that after the device type is compiled and programmed, it's not possible to add or remove device types through functions or other methods?"

[Amanda Hsieh]

I have checked with the team, and it is possible. You may look at the Matter Bridge functionality to see how to use dynamic endpoints. However, the support for such device types needs to be compiled in, but later, it would be possible to turn on/off endpoints/device types, etc. See https://github.com/nrfconnect/sdk-nrf/tree/main/applications/matter_bridge/src/bridged_device_types

[OllLlllO]

THANK YOU