Home Automation is one of the most exciting new developments in Home Security. In simple terms, automation allows a single action to trigger several other related actions. Below are some examples of automation that people often use:
There are several technologies out there that are used to provide automation. Those include Z-wave, ZigBee, Blue Tooth and Wi-Fi. Most major security system manufacturer have provided interfaces to allow the incorporation of these valuable features to your home security system. Below are some examples of Z-Wave devices that we offer for our security systems, but we have access to many more.
Above is a Kwikset, Z-wave deadbolt lock. It can be locked and unlocked from your smart-phone, with a key, or with the push button combination.
The Honeywell z-wave thermostat pictured above is an advanced programmable thermostat, with the added convenience of smart-phone control and automation with other home systems.
The Z-wave lamp module can be plugged into an outlet where you wish to control a lamp. You can them turn the lamp on or off, as well as dim it from your phone or automatically based on other triggers.
Requires Traditional Land-line phone, not VoIP
Adds Cellular radio monitoring, and Smart-Phone control
adds a camera, or controllable light to Interactive
