SMART HOME Technology
Monitoring and Control
Lighting Control
- The lighting control is run by wireless Zwave technology and X10 technology. (Image to the right is an example of a Zwave sensor).
- It can be a plug in module for lamps and in wall switches as well.
Example Rules for Lighting Control
- TURN ON front porch light 30 minutes before dusk.
- If front door opens between 6pm and 2am, TURN ON hall light.
Temperature Sensors
- Wireless
- The temperature sensors have monthly graphing to assess in home temperature which helps to ensure the heat/air conditioning is working.
Example Rules for Temperature Sensors
- If outside temperature is LESS THAN 35 degrees then show message on TouchScreen HomeBase to "Bundle up. It's cold outside".
- If inside temperature is LESS THAN 65 degrees then text maintenance man.
CallerID Modem
- The CallerID Modem has a USB connection to phone line.
- The CallerID can be displayed locally or remotely by caregiver.
Example Rules for CallerID
- If unknown person calls then email daughter-in-law.
- If call comes in then display caller picture on the TouchScreen HomeBase.
