Govee Holiday Pattern Projector Light

21 September 2026

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Govee

H3860

Bluetooth, Wi-Fi

N/A

0x1387

0x3860

CSA261GDMAT51293-24

16.03.2026

1.5

Other, Outdoor Light

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Matter Protocol

Matter over Wi-Fi

The Govee Holiday Pattern Projector Light from Govee connects to your smart home over Wi-Fi. It joins your existing network directly, without a Thread Border Router or extra hub, and your Matter controller reaches it through your home router.

Wi-Fi Band

Most Matter Wi-Fi devices only connect on 2.4 GHz. If your router combines 2.4 and 5 GHz under one SSID, split them to avoid issues.

Same Network

Your phone, your controller and the device must be on the same network. Guest networks and separate VLANs can block Matter.

Power Use

Wi-Fi uses more power than Thread, so most Matter over Wi-Fi devices run on mains power instead of batteries.

Every Matter device needs a Matter controller, like a smart hub, display or speaker. See all Matter hubs →

Matter Version

Matter 1.5

The Govee Holiday Pattern Projector Light is certified on Matter 1.5, released in November 2025. It added cameras with live video and two-way audio, closures such as garage doors, gates and awnings, and soil sensors. Devices can also share electricity prices and grid data.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Govee Holiday Pattern Projector Light need a smart hub?

Yes, but only a Matter controller from your platform, not a separate bridge. The Govee Holiday Pattern Projector Light connects straight to your home network. The controller can be an Apple home hub, a Google Nest speaker, an Amazon Echo or Home Assistant.

Does the Govee Holiday Pattern Projector Light work without internet?

Yes. Matter runs on your local network, so the Govee Holiday Pattern Projector Light keeps working when your internet goes down. Remote access, voice assistants and some Govee cloud features may still need a working connection.

Does the Govee Holiday Pattern Projector Light work with Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa and Home Assistant?

Yes. The Govee Holiday Pattern Projector Light is Matter certified, so it works with Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Samsung SmartThings and Home Assistant, as long as the platform supports Other, Outdoor Light devices. Support for newer device types can differ per platform.

Do I need the Govee app to use the Govee Holiday Pattern Projector Light?

No. Any Matter hub can set up and control the Govee Holiday Pattern Projector Light without the Govee app. Some advanced features may not be part of Matter yet, so settings like firmware updates or special modes can still require the Govee app.

How do I set up the Govee Holiday Pattern Projector Light?

Open your smart home app, choose to add a device and scan the Matter QR code on the Govee Holiday Pattern Projector Light or its packaging. You can also type in the 11-digit Matter code instead. The app guides you through the rest. Keep the code safe, you need it again after a reset.