This morning INNOVUS have announced a new range of European Z-Wave modules! In addition to switches and dimmers, the MYHOME PC software adds a GUI to control the system. All products will be available from this month. read on for all the juicy details…
3. September 2007 – INNOVUS, has announced a complete home control product family based on the Z-Wave standard for wireless control in the home. The products include a PC-based home control management system, dimmers, light as well as multi-functional switches, energy saving modules, PIR sensors and a sophisticated remote control. through the use of these products the company addresses the needs of both home and house owners and tenants who want to control their homes remotely, delight in lower energy consumption, increase security, or typically advancement comfort and convenience. All products will be available from September 2007 and the INNOVUS starter package will be provided at a very sensible cost – 199,– Euro.
With MYHOME, INNOVUS is introducing a GUI (graphical user interface) based dwelling control system that can easily configure any of the Z-Wave devices and control of processes through PC or laptop computer. After connecting the house control BOX to a WLAN (wireless local area network – which is just the linking of one or two computers without using wires) or LAN (local area network) router different Z-Wave devices can be configured or commands defined. Thus, the user is offered with a comfortable and intuitive home management system, supporting different settings such as light, heating, air conditioning, multimedia, energy saving, and safety and security devices. An integrated calendar function also offers for easy adjustment of settings. and in combination with the battery operated radiator thermostats from Danfoss, a significant reduction of heating costs can be achieved.
The INNOVUS RAone smart Dimmer, which includes a finger touch panel supporting numerous different light scenarios, can be used for various applications. For example time-controlled, incremental reduction of light intensity in a child’s bedroom or in hallways The smart Dimmer can be operated from different remotes such as Bang & Olufsen, Logitech 895, or INNOVUS’ SmoothRemote. It features an integrated power meter that steps the energy consumption of the lamps thereby helping to decrease energy bills.
The INNOVUS smart switch multi-functional controller provides a compact small distribution center for the home. This switch can also be configured through MYHOME and offers for the operation of up to 16 functions or processes.
All configurations can be simply set, changed or added to through MYHOME. This wireless, battery operated multi-functional controller can be located anywhere in the house and can be fixed through and adhesive backing on to brickwork, wood and even glass surfaces.
INNOVUS RAone SmartPower also enables even more reduction of energy consumption. This model is an on/off switch, developed to decrease consumption in devices consuming energy in standby mode and features a finger touch panel for local control. like the RAone SmartDimmer it is also equipped with an internal power meter, enabling measurement of energy consumption of those devices connected to the switch.
In purchase to even more increase home safety and security and comfort, INNOVUS has developed a Z-Wave based advanced battery operated movement sensor. By integrating the movement sensor into the Z-Wave system and thereby exchanging information directly with the home control system, this PIR sensor can not only be used in safety and security related applications, but also help to decrease energy usage and increase comfort and benefit in the home.
The Z-Wave product portfolio of the company is completed with the INNOVUS SmoothRemote which enables easy operation – from the sofa – of all features of all INNOVUS devices as well as other Z-Wave devices provided by third-party vendors. potential applications are unlimited. For example, lights in the entire house can be switched on or off from the living room when viewing TV; unnecessary standby usage of devices eliminated by switching them off, or room temperature can be lowered or enhanced based on the room’s occupation. All processes are easily and conveniently controlled through the INNOVUS house control System.
All INNOVUS devices are compatible with products of other companies within the Z-Wave alliance including Merten, Danfoss, Logitech, or ACT who use the Z-Wave standard within their solutions. currently much more than 170 Z-Wave based products are already available on the international market. INNOVUS is deeply involved in energy saving initiatives of the Danish energy saving count on (DEST – Elsparefonden) and other prestigious international programs.
Discuss in our Forums Here : www.innovus.eu : www.zen-sys.com [Now sigmadesigns.com] : www.zwavealliance.org
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