Home Automation DIY

Second generation of HomeSeer’s home controller HomeTroller 2 supports Z-Wave, Insteon and X10 out of the box, and offers about 20 optional drivers, plug-ins and applications. Retails now for $895.

Key Features of HomeTroller 2

• Built-in web server for remote access anywhere.
• Easy-to-use web interface allows easy access and control with any web browser.
• Supports the widest variety of user interfaces, including in-wall button controllers, touchscreens, wireless remotes, PDAs, PocketPCs, cellphones and voice (microphones).
• Compatible with a wide variety of technologies and companies including Lutron, Leviton, Z-Wave, UPB, Insteon and many others.
• Designed for voice control by microphone and telephone.
• Creates alerts, announcements and reminders by email, telephone and text message.
• Supports complete telephone messaging with caller ID announcements (w/optional telephone interface).
• Includes calendar-based functions for easy scheduling.
• Automation events may be created ‘on-the-fly’ using voice commands.
• HSProtect guards the embedded operating system from virus, spyware and malware attacks.
• HSSentry continuously monitors the unit to ensure extremely reliable operation.
• Fanless, diskless design for ultimate mechanical reliability.
• Ultra low power consumption conserves energy and lowers utility bills.
• Includes true ‘trigger-based’ automation with advanced conditional options.
• Built-in power failure recovery feature runs events missed during outages when power is restored.
• Includes multiple serial and USB ports for integration with the most commonly used technology interfaces.

Specs

Control Software: HomeSeer HS2 Plus with HSSentry
Operating System: Windows XP Embedded with HSProtect
Mechanical: Fanless, diskless design
Processor: 1.0 GHz VIA C7
DDR Memory: 1 Gb DDR2
Storage: 4 Gb DOM
Serial Ports: (4) 9-pin RS232
USB Ports: (3) USB 2.0
Audio: Mic in / Line in / Line out
Network: (1) 10/100 Ethernet
Monitor: SVGA
PS2 Ports: Keyboard & Mouse
Power Consumption: 10 watts (nominal)
Power Supply: 120-240v, 50/60 Hz
Dimensions: 9.25″W x 2″H x 7″D
Certifications: UL, CE, RoHS

Technologies Supported

LIGHTING

• Standard: Z-Wave, Insteon, X10
• Optional: UPB, Lightolier Compose, Lutron HomeWorks, Centralite LiteJet, Lutron RadioRA

SECURITY

• Optional: DSC, Napco, HAI, OnQ, Elk

HVAC

• Standard: RCS, CamStat, HomePro, Aprilaire, Enerzone, HAI, Proliphix

MEDIA

• Optional: Microsoft Windows Media Center, Apple iTunes, MS Windows Media Player, Russound RNET Systems (CAV / CAM)

INFRARED

• Standard: ADI Ocelot, Smarthome IRLinc 1623PC, JDS IR, XPander, Nirvis Slink-e
• Optional: Global Cache GC100

DIGITAL I/O - CONTACT CLOSURE

• Standard: ADI Ocelot / SECU-16
• Optional: WGL Relay8

IRRIGATION

• Optional: WGL Rain8

RFID

• Optional: iAutomate (3rd party)