Re: Idratek Release Cortex V24

["Mal Lansell" <mal@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

--- In ukha_d@xxxxxxx, "Paul Bendall" <paul@...>
wrote:
>
> Well put Kevin.
>
> In addition I'd mention the Reflex concept of basic (although not
> that basic) operation in the event of the failure of Cortex /
> Computer. Instead of a smart house that completely fails it reverts
> to basic operation that keep working in an automated way.

That's a vital aspect of any HA system, IMO.  If my PC crashes, or
needs repairs or an upgrade, I don't want the lights to go out in the
meantime.

My ideal is for switches to talk directly to lights etc, with the
computer as an additional layer of control on top.

>
> As for the ugliness or not of the modules, I use metal faceplates and
> use the switch as digital input to a module in the ceiling, cupboard
> or floor. As for the sensors most of these are up high and basically
> just white so not distracting to the eye.
>

Can you use normal switches, or do they have to be the push-to-make non-
latching efforts used with X10 etc?

Mal



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