Home Automation Technology Used on Metros?
What is Home Automation?
Home automation gives homeowners access to control devices in their homes using a mobile device from a remote location. From a home security perspective, home automation includes alarm systems, surveillance cameras, smoke detectors and other sensors that link to it. Until recently, the automated central control of building-wide systems was found mainly in larger commercial buildings as well as expensive homes. Typically involving lighting, heating and cooling systems, automation rarely provided more than basic control, scheduling functions and monitoring. Additionally, it was accessible only from specific control points within the building.
However, home automation has undergone great improvements and everything has an assigned IP address. It can also be accessed and monitored remotely through smart devices and appliances that can be connected to a local area network through Ethernet and Wi-Fi. Remote control and access mean homeowners can connect to their home networks while away through their tablets and smartphones. Below is a brief overview of top three high end home automation systems. Events can be programmed and scheduled for the on the network, which may include time-related commands such as scheduling lights to be turned on and off at specific times. Non-scheduled events include turning on all the lights when the security system is triggered.
Types of Systems
HomeSeer HS3 is relatively easy to use although it takes some time to master. It is highly compatible with several home-control technologies. HomeSeer gives homeowners a wide range of software compatibility. It supports media management applications such as iTunes, Windows Media Player as well as Windows Media Center. It is also compatible with HVAC systems. HomeSeer provides remote access, allowing you to control your home from an Internet browser or even your smartphone. HomeSeer’s modules can receive signals either wirelessly or from the home automation controller through the wiring in your house. HomeSeer’s software allows you to make customization based on your preferences and the programs can be activated manually, automatically or using voice control.
Crestron is one of the undisputed leaders when it comes to automation in homes, schools and businesses. It is compatible with media players such as Windows Media Center and iTunes. Its main strength lies within the home theater, a feature that makes it one of the few home automation systems to do so. It is also compatible with multiple home automation peripherals, most of them designed to work with Crestron hardware controllers. Crestron also supports different operating systems, including Windows, Mac OS X, Android and iOS. In terms of functionality, Crestron is easy to use and has Cretsron mobile apps that allows you remote access to your home. Additionally, you can configure Crestron to work well with different preset programs that can perform basic and complex home tasks. In case you can’t find your remote, Crestron also supports voice controls.
Control4 is designed to work with Control4 devices that use ZigBee, Z-Wave and Wi-Fi communication technology. It is compatible with Nest Learning Thermostat and requires professional installation. It allows you to customize the settings based on your preferences and needs. It offers every peripheral type you might need in a smart home system. You can control every enabled device within the house from a standard desktop computer, Control4 touchpad, a smartphone or iPad provided you have internet connection. You can also program events to take place automatically via basic triggers and random actions.
How has it effected transit?
Massive changes have been taking place across the world when it comes to transportation technology. Most notably, the new London Underground system has been revealed. Here is a sneak peak:
