Gira Shows New G1 Compact, Visually Appealing KNX Room Controller at ISE 2016
The multi-talent for building technology Stand 7-N176, ISE 2016 The Gira G1 is the new, compact and visually appealing room operating device for the KNX system. All the functions can be operated intuitively by touching or gesturing on the excellent multi-touch display – more easily than ever before. The simple operation is ensured by the […]
Theben Presents theServa S110 KNX Visualisation App for Lighting, Blind and Temperature Control at ISE 2016
With theServa S110 Theben AG presents a high-performance KNX visualisation for convenient lighting, blind and room temperature control by smartphone or tablet. With smart homes becoming more common, modern building automation without KNX is unimaginable. More and more users want to be able to adjust lighting, blinds and temperature settings wherever they are with their […]
Back to Basics: The Simplicity of KNX in a Complex Environment
By Charlotte Blissett-Griffiths, Ivory Egg (UK) Ltd. With KNX celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, there has been a lot of information extolling not only the success that KNX has had, but also the amazing statistics that go with the system. The image that this creates is that KNX is an extremely powerful and versatile […]
Siemens Offers More Automation with Logo! and the KNX Building System Bus
• The latest Logo! 8 logic module series can be integrated in KNX installations • The Logo! communication module CMK2000 connects Logo! 8 to KNX • For automation solutions from lighting to access control The Logo! communications module CMK2000 enables the latest Logo! 8 logic module series from Siemens to be integrated into the KNX […]
Iddero Releases Firmware Update for KNX Touch Panels and Home Server
Iddero has just released version 2.1 of the Iddero firmware. This update is available for Iddero touch panels HC1i-KNX, HC2-KNX, and HC2L-KNX, and also for the Iddero Home Server. Firmware version 2.1 adds new features such as selective triggers in logic functions, support for new DPTs, or support for new types of door phones (Carus […]
Siemens Adds Glass Touch Sensors to its Gamma Instabus KNX Portfolio
· Intuitive touch operation of room functions · Multi-color orientation lighting and proximity sensor · Efficient engineering and commissioning The Siemens Building Technologies Division has added touch sensors of glass to its Gamma instabus product line. A light touch of the touch areas allows for the intuitive operation of basic room functions such as lighting […]
Siemens Adds Modules for Decentralized Room Automation to its Gamma Instabus KNX Portfolio
The Siemens Building Technologies Division has expanded its modular installation system by three modules for decentralized, multi-discipline room automation. The new RL 125/23 power supply unit with a rated current of 80 mA makes it possible to create decentralized solutions based on the room automation box that provide for the autonomous automation of a single […]
Solutions: Keeping Heating Simple for the Homeowner and the Systems Integrator
By Charlotte Blissett-Griffiths, Ivory Egg (UK) Ltd. We are approaching the time of year when the temperature starts to drop and we are all left reaching for the thermostat. Heating control can often be daunting for integrators and even more so for customers, so a balance needs to be struck between the customer’s desire for […]
Siemens Announces Desigo DXR2 Compact Room Automation Station
Room automation with high energy efficiency and comfort Functionality and flexibility thanks to proven applications Simple tool for efficient configuration and startup System communication via BACnet With the Desigo DXR2, Siemens Building Technologies is adding a compact room automation station to its product range for the automation of HVAC, lighting and shading. The Desigo DXR2 […]
Case Study: JewelBox – a Sustainable KNX Villa in Switzerland
By Philippe Donnet, Défi Technique. The JewelBox Villa is located in the Geneva Lake region of Switzerland. The homeowner, who was also the main concept architect for the project, wanted to create the most eco-friendly and technologically-advanced house in Switzerland, but without having everything on show. The JewelBox was designed to use active and passive […]