Gira HomeServer 3
Gira HomeServer 3
The Gira HomeServer 3 is the on-board computer for the house. It functions as a gateway for the entire KNX/EIB installation in a building and is absolutely essential for the networking of modern buildings and their technical equipment internally and with the world. It enables operation of the KNX/EIB functions via the most modern communication media. In addition to a PC, access is also possible with other Internet-capable devices - either directly via the LAN network, an in-house radio network or via the Internet. Thus the KNX/EIB functions can be controlled and regulated anytime, anywhere:
Access and control via the KNX/EIB system
The Gira Control 9 Client or Gira Control 19 Client can be used as convenient operating devices for the Gira HomeServer 3. Placed at a central location in the building, it functions as the control, signalling and regulating control unit for the complete KNX/EIB installation in a building as well as the terminal for receiving e-mails and accessing useful German-language on-line services, such as weather forecasts and current news.
The Gira SmartSensor furthermore presents itself as a multi-room regulating and control unit for the KNX/EIB system. The Gira push button sensors are the most compact devices for controlling the bus system at individual operating points.
The Gira SmartSensor furthermore presents itself as a multi-room regulating and control unit for the KNX/EIB system. The Gira push button sensors are the most compact devices for controlling the bus system at individual operating points.
Access and control via TCP/IP and internet
The Internet portal homeserver.gira.de can be used to access one's KNX/EIB installation worldwide and without any additional software being required. This portal allows the user comfortable access to his building. It is thus possible to access Gira HomeServer 3 units that go online after a user request.
Access is possible, for example, via a PC/laptop, mobile Internet terminals, SmartPhones, tablets (iPhone, iPod touch and iPad), web TV and any other device which has an Internet browser. The images provided by the IP cameras connected to the network can also be viewed.
Access is possible, for example, via a PC/laptop, mobile Internet terminals, SmartPhones, tablets (iPhone, iPod touch and iPad), web TV and any other device which has an Internet browser. The images provided by the IP cameras connected to the network can also be viewed.
Control via mobile phone
The user can be informed on technical malfunctions, measured values and states or the respective unit by email or SMS. Visualisation on the SmartPhone (iPhone) is carried out via a menu structure and depends on the user groups.
After identification the menu in the SmartPhone can be used, for example, to switch all the linked electric devices and lights on or off, read and modify the respective room temperature, view lists with the malfunctions which have occurred or manage light scenes and time delay switches. When outside the building the KNX/EIB functions can be operated by means of a SmartPhone and GPRS/UMTS. Within the building the same operation is also possible via Bluetooth or WLAN without incurring online costs.
After identification the menu in the SmartPhone can be used, for example, to switch all the linked electric devices and lights on or off, read and modify the respective room temperature, view lists with the malfunctions which have occurred or manage light scenes and time delay switches. When outside the building the KNX/EIB functions can be operated by means of a SmartPhone and GPRS/UMTS. Within the building the same operation is also possible via Bluetooth or WLAN without incurring online costs.
Identification
The highest degree of security is ensured through the checking of the phone number, user name and the PIN query. Various security levels can be configured user-specifically to various requirements depending on the access environment, for example, internet portal (external) or the intranet (internal).
Comfortable@home
Intelligent building management makes living even more pleasant and comfortable. This is because the Gira KNX/EIB system makes it possible to control various functions, such as lights, blinds, ventilation, heating and household appliances very simply from a central position, for example via the Gira Control 9 Client or Gira Control 19 Client.
The building control system can thus be adapted completely individually to the needs of the user and can be reprogrammed at any time. For example, scenarios can be combined with suitable music and repeating sequences, such as blind control or watering the garden, can be controlled automatically at the desired times or dependent on the weather conditions.
The building control system can thus be adapted completely individually to the needs of the user and can be reprogrammed at any time. For example, scenarios can be combined with suitable music and repeating sequences, such as blind control or watering the garden, can be controlled automatically at the desired times or dependent on the weather conditions.
Multimedia entertainment in every room
With the Revox multiroom system or the Gira KNX/EIB Audio system, music can be distributed and controlled in the entire house. Both systems can be included in the KNX/EIB installation by connecting them with the Gira HomeServer 3 and then also be monitored and controlled via PC, PDA or the Gira Control 9 Client or Gira Control 19 Client. This makes it possible to bind the music control without problems into room scenes.
Agfeo telephone system
The Agfeo telephone system can also be integrated into the KNX/EIB via the Gira HomeServer 3. Here, text messages in the telephone display notify users of, for example, open doors, movements in monitored areas, defective heaters or measured values, such as the room temperature. In addition, the telephone display and buttons can be used to switch lights, move motor-driven windows and doors, move blinds and control any other device connected to the KNX/EIB cable. The Agfeo telephone thus becomes a control device for house technology.
Secure@home
A secure home means more security and more living quality since it provides a feeling of safety and lets its occupants sleep peacefully. Intelligent building technology allows a house or a flat to be made secure all round. With the Gira HomeServer 3 it is possible to interconnect alarm systems, motion detectors, smoke detectors, glass-breakage and wind sensors as well as many security-relevant devices intelligently.
If the system registers irregularities or dangers, it informs the occupants and automatically initiates countermeasures. For example, it switches defective devices off, retracts the awning during a storm or clears the escape route in case of fire.
If the system registers irregularities or dangers, it informs the occupants and automatically initiates countermeasures. For example, it switches defective devices off, retracts the awning during a storm or clears the escape route in case of fire.
Economical@home
Intelligent building technology helps saving. The Gira HomeServer 3 allows for an energy management system that is tailored exactly to the requirements of the occupants. For example, it is possible to create special time profiles for each individual room. These control where and how long heating and ventilation are to run in the house.
The system registers that no one is at home, the entire building is set into an economical stand-by mode. In addition, all the operating and consumption data can be recorded, displayed and analysed in order to realise efficient energy management.
The system registers that no one is at home, the entire building is set into an economical stand-by mode. In addition, all the operating and consumption data can be recorded, displayed and analysed in order to realise efficient energy management.
Away@home
Everything that is possible within a building is also possible from the outside. This is because the entire building can also be controlled via the Internet by means of the Gira HomeServer 3. The status of the house technology can be monitored and operated using a laptop or other Internet-compatible devices such as SmartPhones, iPhone, iPod touch or iPad. Then you can quickly check, for example, whether all the devices are switched off or whether you have forgotten to activate the alarm system. Subsequent changing is possible without any difficulty. And if there is any danger at the house, the system alarms the occupants by e-mail, call or SMS.
Logic extensions
A comprehensive collection of logic modules is available, with which actions can be programmed depending upon events, measured values etc.. A graphical logic editor simplifies programming. Various logic modules can be assigned in an uncomplicated way via dragging and dropping. Project-wide copying of elements is possible and facilitates their use in different projects. Existing programs in text form can be used. The graphical logic editor automatically converts them into diagrams. The previous programming is not overwritten here. Both versions exist in parallel.