Headline Text Placeholder About Home Automation
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“Home Automation” is the residential extension of building automation. It is automation of the home, housework or household activity.
Home automation may include centralized control of lighting, HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning), appliances, security locks of gates and doors and other systems, to provide improved convenience, comfort, energy efficiency and security. Home automation for the elderly and disabled can provide increased quality of life for persons who might otherwise require caregivers or institutional care.
The popularity of home automation has been increasing greatly in recent years due to much higher affordability and simplicity through smartphone and tablet connectivity. The concept of the “Internet of Things” has tied in closely with the popularization of home automation.
HVAC
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems can include temperature and humidity control, including fresh air heating and natural cooling. An Internet-controlled thermostat allows the homeowner to control the building’s heating and air conditioning systems remotely. The system may automatically open and close windows to cool the house.
Lighting
Lighting control systems can be used to control household electric lights. Lights can be controlled on a time cycle, or arranged to automatically go out when a room is unoccupied. Electronically controlled lamps can be controlled for brightness or color to provide different light levels for different tasks. Lighting can be controlled remotely by a wireless control or over the Internet. Natural lighting (daylighting) can be used to automatically control window shades and draperies to make best use of natural light.
Audio-Visual
This category includes audio and video switching and distribution. Multiple audio or video sources can be selected and distributed to one or more rooms and can be linked with lighting and blinds to provide mood settings.
Shading
Automatic control of blinds and curtains can be used for:
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Presence simulation
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Voice & Data Cabling
Homes that are built today without an upgraded wiring system will not be able to expand to accommodate the demands of new technologies. Without such wiring infrastructure, Homes will not be able to retain value.Structured wiring in your home will add value and will make it more attractive if you ever wish to sell.
Structured wiring combines all the technological wiring in your home. This can include your:
- network
- digital telephone
- surveillance video
- audio
- digital alarm
- remote control
…and all your evolving technologies needs.