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Velbus® is a professional grade home automation system based on open sourced protocols that allows users to control various aspects of their home environment, including lighting, heating, security, and more. It is designed for both residential and commercial applications, providing a flexible and scalable solution for modern smart homes. Velbus® offers flexibility that is impossible to achieve with a standard electrical wiring.

• Modular Design: Velbus® operates on a modular basis, allowing users to customize their system according to specific needs. Each module can control different functions, such as lighting, blinds, and climate control.
• Wired and Wireless Options: The system can be installed using wired connections for reliability or wireless options for easier installation and flexibility.
• User-Friendly Interface: Velbus® offers various interfaces, including touch panels, remote controls, and smartphone apps, making it easy for users to interact with their home automation system.
• Integration Capabilities: Velbus® can integrate with other smart home systems and devices, allowing for a cohesive smart home experience. It is supported by openHAB and HomeAssistant.
• Energy Management: The system provides tools for monitoring and managing energy consumption, helping users to reduce their energy bills and environmental impact.

• Control Modules: These are the core components that manage different functions, such as lighting control, heating, and security systems.
• User Interfaces: Touch panels, remote controls, and mobile applications that allow users to interact with the system.
• Sensors: Various sensors (motion, temperature, light) that provide data to the system for automation and control.
• Actuators: Devices that execute commands from the control modules, such as turning lights on/off or adjusting blinds.

Dedicated article about Hardware.

• Wiring: Velbus® systems typically require a structured wiring approach, with modules connected via a bus cable. Different network topologies are supported.
• Programming : The system can be programmed using VelbusLink software, allowing users to set up automation scenarios, schedules, and scenes according to their preferences.

Dedicated article about installation.

• Residential: Ideal for smart homes, providing convenience, security, and energy efficiency.
• Commercial: Suitable for offices and commercial spaces, enhancing comfort and operational efficiency.

Velbus® offers a comprehensive solution for home automation, combining flexibility, ease of use, and integration capabilities. Its modular design allows users to tailor the system to their specific needs, making it a popular choice for both residential and commercial applications.

Typical use cases:

• Switching and dimming lights - manual, based on presence or ambient light, scheduled, event based, etc
• Switching of electrical loads (pumps,water heaters, etc) - manual, automated, scheduled, event based, etc
• Temperature control (heated floors, heat pumps control, etc.)
• Access control (RFID cards, fobs, gate opening)
• Roller shutter door and blind control
• Pool automation with external sensors

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