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| Homevision Home Controller w/Accessories |
| Item# 1350 |
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Overview
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- Control X10 electronics, security systems, thermostats and more
- Displays control screens on any TV
- Built-in web server —
- it can be controlled from any Web browser
Essential Info
Imagine controlling your entire home with a hand-held remote while watching TV. Setting it up is surprisingly easy with HomeVision, an intelligent controller that interfaces through any television. With HomeVision, you can use your TV to: - View a complete system interface on your TV screen
- Change the temperature of the AC system
- Reprogram the thermostat schedule
- Have the name and phone number of callers appear instantly on your TV (with optional Caller ID Card)
- Arm your security system while viewing the status of each zone
- Change your lighting schedule without getting up from your chair
What's Included
HomeVision™ Interactive Intelligent Home Control
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More Info
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The HomeVision controller brings together seven key home automation features into one unit:
- Video output displays menus and control screens on your TV
- Two-way infrared capability so you can control HomeVision, and HomeVision can control your audio/video equipment
- Two-way X10 communication controls and monitors lights, appliances, thermostats, security systems, etc.
- 24 digital inputs/outputs provide direct connections to other equipment
- Battery-backed clock controls events based on time, date, sunset, etc.
- Two-way serial interface provides full control and status reporting via a PC
- Web server provides control from any Web browser anywhere in the world
In addition to these built-in features, you can add on telephone control and other capabilities. HomeVision is a stand-alone automation controller that is initially configured with a PC. It can then be disconnected if desired. HomeVision constantly watches for any events you've specified, then performs whatever actions you've told it to do. Any event can trigger any other event(s). The possibilities are limited only by your imagination.
Video Control & Status Screens
HomeVision generates video text for display on your TV. The line-level (RCA jack) output connects directly to a video jack on your TV or VCR. A built-in video switch can switch the output between HomeVision's video screens and an incoming video signal, essentially bypassing HomeVision when desired.
HomeVision has over 50 built-in screens to control your home, including compatible HVAC and security systems. Screens provide status/control of:
- HVAC
- Security
- X10
- Macros
- I/O ports
- Scheduled events
- System time and date
- Weather data
- Programming objects such as flags, variables and timers
- And more
There's also a 256-line event log so you can see what happened and when. Even help screens are included.
If the built-in screens don't suit you, you can also create your own. Develop personalized control screens, display messages or reminders, etc. You control what's displayed and where it's displayed. You can even choose the background color, character size, character blinking, and more!
Thermostat Control
HomeVision can control up to 16 thermostats via X10 or the serial interface. It can automatically run two of the thermostats to different schedules (each with eight times/temperatures per day, and three different daily programs). You can reprogram the schedule from your TV! Even view the actual temperature, setpoint, and mode and control them with your remote. Raise or lower the temperature via X10 without getting out of bed! Set the temperature back automatically when you leave home, and restore it when you return.
Security System Control
HomeVision has built-in commands and video control screens for controlling and receiving status from most security systems.
Two-Way Infrared Control
Any standard programmable or learning remote can be quickly configured to control HomeVision. You can then issue commands or control the video screens displayed on your TV without getting up from your chair. A press of a single button on your remote can trigger any actions you want! HomeVision also learns up to 255 infrared signals which it can then transmit to control TVs, stereos, etc. Since all of HomeVision's functions are cross-linked, X10 commands or other events can easily trigger IR signals and vice-versa. You can also set up HomeVision so that a sequence of received signals triggers an action.
The infrared transmitter and receiver are built into HomeVision's front panel. In addition, a rear jack allows direct connection of external IR transmitters. With a whole-house IR distribution system, you can control HomeVision remotely from anywhere in your home!
Two-Way X10 Control
HomeVision can transmit and receive all X10 signals for all 256 possible addresses. This includes advanced commands like Preset Dim and Status Request. HomeVision constantly monitors the power line and tracks the state and brightness level of each module (which you can view on your TV!). Any X10 signal or sequence of signals can trigger any event(s). X10 transmission reliability is maximized with advanced error/collision detection and multiple automatic retries. The scheduling software provides over 50 X10 commands allowing you to easily create powerful programs. Send multiple dim/bright commands, set to a specific level, transmit individual house and unit codes, etc., each with a single command.
24 Input and Output Ports
Three types of I/O port connect to external equipment through board-mounted terminal blocks:
- 8 relay-driver outputs to drive your own external relays or solenoids
- 8 digital inputs for direct connection of switch-closure type devices (such as switches or relay contacts) or direct DC voltages. Inputs can withstand +/- 30 volts.
- 8 bi-directional digital (+/-5V) I/O. As inputs they can connect to switch-closure devices or external digital circuits. The inputs are so sensitive you can even connect two plain wires to use as a water detector. As outputs, they can drive low-power devices such as LEDs or external digital circuits.
All ports can be controlled/read individually or as a group. Outputs ports can be "pulsed" on and off with millisecond precision. Inputs can be used to trigger actions if desired.
Phone Control
By adding on a HomeVision Caller ID Card, you can have complete control of your home from any touchtone phone inside or outside your home! The HomeVision Caller ID Card also adds caller ID.
Time/Date Scheduling Control
The real time clock automatically adjusts for leap years and daylight savings time. It accurately tracks sunset and sunrise times based on your latitude and longitude. Events can be scheduled based on sunset/sunrise or fixed times. Limit events to specific days, dates, months, etc. if desired. "Security" feature can randomly vary an event by up to +/- 4 hours around the base time (you control the interval!). Great for giving your home that "lived-in" look while you're away. Periodic events can also be set up to perform actions at preset rates.
The automatic power failure recovery routine is extremely powerful yet flexible. Events which were missed while the power was out can be "caught up" when power returns or skipped altogether. Timers which were running when the power failed are handled properly, with events performed in the proper sequence (even with intermixing of scheduled events and expiring timers).
Powerful Programming Language
HomeVision is initially set up through the supplied Windows-based PC program. The program (schedule) is then downloaded to HomeVision, after which the PC may be disconnected. The schedule is "event-driven"; you simply enter the actions to perform when the specified event occurs. Programming is by "pointing and clicking"; there's no need to memorize or type in complex statements. Commands are entered using list boxes, push-buttons, spin-buttons, etc. Commands and conditions are displayed in easy-to-understand English text, not bizarre syntax. An online help file is always available to guide you if you need assistance.
The extensive programming capability includes a complete set of flags, variables, timers, delays, waits, macros, etc. (255 of each!). If-Then-Else statements with multiple And/Or conditions can be "nested" 15 levels deep. Over 450 different commands and over 170 conditions are available. Advanced commands provide such capabilities as millisecond-accuracy delays, logging of time and date, indirect accessing of variables (one variable is the pointer to another) and variable mathematics. All events can be individually enabled or disabled. This simplifies schedule development, as events can be disabled until they are working properly, then enabled.
Powerful Serial Interface Control
All of HomeVision's functions can be controlled over the serial interface (command and message protocol is fully documented). Operating from 1200 to 19200 baud, HomeVision can be controlled by the supplied PC program or any other program or device which can transmit serial data. HomeVision can read in ASCII and binary data, and take any actions based on it. It can also transmit ASCII text or binary data to control your PC or other devices. It can also be configured to automatically report the occurrence of any event. This makes debugging your schedule a snap, as each event automatically sends a message to your PC for display or logging to a file. You can use any communications program or the built-in terminal emulator for this purpose. Use the serial interface to communicate with a:
- Computer (PC, Mac, etc.)
- Thermostat
- Security system
- Modem
- Weather station
- And more
Whole-House Control From Your PC
Although HomeVision can operate without a PC, the PC program includes a variety of screens to give you complete control over HomeVision while it's connected. These screens provide direct control for X-10, infrared signals, I/O ports, macros, video displays, and more. In addition, HomeVision can play WAV (sound) files or run other programs on your PC when commanded by the controller. You can also control HomeVision with a variety of powerful software programs, including HomeSeer.
Web Server
HomeVision computer program contains a built in web server. This provides several capabilities:
- Turns your computer into a web server that serves files to web browsers
- Can be accessed by any web browser. The browser can be on the same PC as HomeVision, on another PC on a network within your home, or anywhere in the world (if you have an Internet connection to your home PC)
- Can automatically create web pages showing HomeVision status
- Can insert HomeVision status and control objects into custom web pages you create
The software also has a "Remote Internet Access" capability. This allows a copy of the HomeVision software running on one PC (the client PC) to control a HomeVision unit connected to another PC (the server PC). Basically, the client PC can control the remotely-located HomeVision unit as if it was directly connected to the client PC.
High-Speed Performance
HomeVision was engineered from the ground up to provide maximum performance. It's unique architecture allows it to respond to events virtually instantaneously (typically <0.02 seconds). Compare this to other controllers that can take several seconds when running large schedules.
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Specifications
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Specifications | | HomeVision Product No.: | HOMEVISION HOME CONTROLLER W/ACCESSORIES | | Control: | Transmits and receives all X10 signals for all 256 possible addresses | | Requirements: | Windows, PC |
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