Re: Z-Wave - the future?

["Rob Iles" <rob.iles@xxxxxxxxx>]

" A USB or serial controller that has an open API that will allow
the
implementation of Open Source software to drive it. (No NDAs or
requirement to use a proprietary SDK)."

Seconded!!!

For me, basics:

A PC Interface (USB/Serial/Ethernet)
Plug In Dimmers & Appliance Modules
BackBox dimmers & appliance modules (hide behind a standard light
switch)
replacement (all-in-one) switch faceplates - momentary and latching, for
dimmers and on off control
small hand held remote control - similar to X10 KR22
stick-a-switch - similar to X10 SS13

"nice to have"
Motion Sensor
Thermometer (not necesarillly a thermostat - simply reporting temp would be
sufficient, actions can be dealt with by other devices/components/logic)
Light level sensor
moisture sensor
smoke detector

"Would be great if properly implemented, but properly to niche to
appeal"
retrofit window actuators! (I'm fed up if the several failed DIY
approaches)
- this, actually, doesn't have to be Z-Wave - if anyone knows of anything
inexpensive that can open & close a small window - I'd like to hear
from
you! - - biggest problem is it HAS to be retro fit - no cutting into window
frame - as it's a listed building :(


Rob


On 27/11/2007, Mark Hindess <ukha@xxxxxxx> wrote:
>
>
> On 27 November 2007 at 15:24, "Mark McCall"
<lists@xxxxxxx<lists%40automatedhome.co.uk>>
> wrote:
> >
> > [snip] what sort of units do people here want to see in order to
> > consider buying into Z-Wave?
>
> A USB or serial controller that has an open API that will allow the
> implementation of Open Source software to drive it. (No NDAs or
> requirement to use a proprietary SDK).
>
> AD10/LD11 replacements. I'd be motivated to replace my existing
> AD10/LD11 modules if they supported 2-way/status reporting (so I can
> track the use of local switches). I'd be particularly motivated by
> dimmer modules that support lamps with lower power ratings. More
> specifically, with my current LD11's I'm pretty much stuck with
standard
> incandescent bulbs (due to the 60W minimum rating), a module that
allow
> the use of dimmable low power lamps (20W or less) would be great.
>
> Plugin appliance modules.
>
> Wall switches.
>
> General purpose relay modules - for curtains/blinds/etc.
>
> Sensor modules - door contacts, smoke alarms, water alarms, etc.
>
> General purpose dry-contact sensor modules - for pressure pads, door
> contacts, etc.
>
> I'm not going to hold my breath waiting for any of these.
>
> Regards,
> Mark.
>
>
>


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