Gira HomeServer 3, Gira FacilityServer: Intelligent building management via KNX/EIB and TCP/IP

Networking – via TCP/IP and KNX/EIB

The Gira HomeServer 3 and Gira FacilityServer act as a central hub, connecting various building components and external networks.

Instabus KNX/EIB Installation:

• SmartSensor
• Push button sensor
• Lighting
• Blind
• Audio
• Heating
• Sensor

External Internet:

• Telephone/Alarm
• ISDN
• PC/Mac
• Smartphone/iPhone
• Mobile phone
• ETS
• Remote programming

Internal Intranet:

• PC/Mac
• PDA/iPod touch
• TV
• Server Client 15
• Systems from other manufacturers
• IP camera
• Agfeo telephone systems
• Revox multiroom system
• WLAN
• Bluetooth

Gira HomeServer 3: Intelligent building management for private areas

The Gira HomeServer 3 is the on-board computer for the house, functioning as a gateway for the entire Instabus KNX/EIB installation. It enables operation of KNX/EIB functions via modern communication media, accessible from PCs, other Internet-capable devices, the local area network (LAN), or an in-house radio network.

Advantages:

• Controlling from inside and outside the building
• Maximum mobility and flexibility
• Controlling building functions via standard software like Internet browsers
• Simple, intuitive operation via graphics visualization or menu control
• Extension and updating through software updates
• Extensive range of functions

Access and control:

• Via Instabus KNX/EIB system: Using the Gira/Pro-face Server Client 15 as an operating device for control, signaling, and regulation.
• Via TCP/IP and Internet: Accessing the installation worldwide without additional software via homeserver.gira.com. Accessible via PC/Mac, mobile terminals, web TV, and TV with Windows™ Media Center Edition. IP camera feeds can also be viewed.
• Control via mobile phone: Receive notifications, control functions, and adjust settings remotely via e-mail, call, SMS, or mobile data (GPRS/UMTS), and locally via Bluetooth or WLAN.
• Protection against hacking: The Gira HomeServer 3 is protected against internet attacks through its software architecture and security levels.
• Identification: High security through phone number, username, and PIN verification, with configurable security levels.

Comfortable@home

Intelligent building management enhances living comfort. The Gira Instabus KNX/EIB system allows simple control of functions like lighting, blinds, ventilation, heating, and household appliances from a central position using devices like the ServerClient 15, PC, Mac, or SmartPhones. Scenarios can be combined with music and automated actions like blind control or garden watering based on time or weather conditions.

Gira Interface Features:

• Function display: At-a-glance view and direct operation of devices in a room.
• Pop-up window: Detailed information and controls appear within a pop-up, maintaining a clear list view.
• Favourites: A menu for storing frequently used settings like light scenes.
• MyTouch: Allows customization of the start screen with background images and frequently used functions.
• Diagrams: Visualize consumption data over time (year, month, day, hour).
• Cameras: View live feeds from IP cameras for monitoring.
• Internet services: Access weather and news services via RSS.
• E-mail: Call up, read, and sort e-mails.
• Music control: Integrated music archive and player for easy access to favorite songs.

Secure@home

A secure home provides peace of mind. Intelligent building technology enhances security by interconnecting alarm systems, motion detectors, smoke detectors, glass-breakage sensors, and wind sensors. The Gira HomeServer 3 intelligently manages these devices, informing occupants of irregularities or dangers and initiating countermeasures like switching off defective devices, retracting awnings during storms, or clearing escape routes in case of fire.

Security Features:

• Camera monitoring: Connect IP cameras for monitoring the house and surroundings. Lights can be activated and images recorded upon detecting movement.
• Panic switching: Rapidly activate a panic switch to turn on all lights and start camera recording, deterring intruders.
• Technical defect monitoring: Sensors monitor appliances like stoves, refrigerators, and washing machines, sending fault messages for timely intervention.
• Smoke and fire protection: Gira smoke detectors trigger alarms and initiate countermeasures like opening blinds, activating lights, unlocking doors, and ensuring ventilation.
• Storm safety: Wind sensors trigger automatic awning retraction, blind raising, window closing, and shutter adjustment to protect the house from storms.
• House empty - everything off: When the front door is locked, the system can switch off all lights, appliances, and reduce heating/ventilation to standby, simulating occupancy.

Economical@home

Intelligent building technology contributes to savings. The Gira HomeServer3 enables a tailored energy management system, allowing special time profiles for each room to control heating and ventilation. The system enters an economical standby mode when no one is home, and operating/consumption data can be recorded and analyzed for efficient energy management.

Energy Management Features:

• Standby mode: Reduces energy consumption when the house is unoccupied.
• Individual room regulation: Create separate profiles for heating and ventilation based on room usage times.
• Window open, heating off: Automatically reduces heating when windows or doors are opened.
• Requirement-specific supply temperature: Optimizes heating supply temperature based on radiator valve setpoints.
• Consumption data recording: Records and evaluates electricity, water, and heating oil consumption for analysis and optimization.

Away@home

Control and monitoring of the building technology are possible from outside via the Internet using devices like SmartPhones or PDAs. Users can check if devices are switched off or if the alarm system is activated, making changes as needed. In case of danger, the system alerts occupants via e-mail, call, or SMS.

Features:

• Remote monitoring and control via the Internet.
• Checking device status and alarm activation.
• Receiving alerts for dangers via e-mail, call, or SMS.
• Eliminating risks while away: Check and control home functions remotely.
• Recognizing dangers and triggering an alarm: Sensors trigger alarms and notify the owner.
• Door communication and access control: Communicate with visitors via mobile phone and view camera feeds.
• Carefree holidays: Occupied-home simulation replays recorded activities to deter potential intruders.
• Remote programming: Electricians can remotely program the system for quick modifications.

Gira FacilityServer: Intelligent building management for commercial properties

The Gira FacilityServer is designed for the demands of the commercial sector, enabling intelligent networking of facilities and building functions. It allows centralized monitoring, control, and programming from a PC, with external access via the Internet. It also serves as a data server for higher-level facility management systems.

Advantages:

• Highly efficient facility management with the Instabus KNX/EIB system.
• Interconnection of facilities and functions via local network or Internet.
• Configuration via expert commissioning software.
• Operation via standard software like Internet browsers or additional clients.
• Visualization of building and function structure.
• Investment protection through extensions and software updates.

Tasks and fields of use:

• Offers the full functional range of the Gira Home Server 3 with expanded memory for commercial use.
• Enables interconnection of multiple Gira Facility Server units for coordinated applications.
• Suitable for installation in a 19" rack.
• Protected against network attacks through its software architecture.

Intelligent@work:

The Gira FacilityServer monitors and controls commercial facilities, interconnecting functions and storing data. It automates sequences and optimizes processes, ensuring optimal working conditions and relieving personnel. Building technology status can be viewed and modified from a PC workplace.

Efficient@work:

Intelligent energy management in the commercial sector saves costs. The Gira FacilityServer allows requirement-oriented control of heating, cooling, and lighting, ensuring power is used only when needed. It lowers consumption, ensures optimal working conditions, and saves time through automated processes. It also monitors complex technical facilities for process optimization.

Secure@work:

Ensures high-level security for commercial properties by interconnecting detectors, sensors, and IP cameras. It monitors buildings and technical facilities, triggering alarms and initiating countermeasures for irregularities or dangers. Detailed fault messages are displayed immediately for rapid response.

Features:

• Central visualization and control with PC: Visualize and control building systems, query device states, and change settings individually.
• Individual scene management: Set up custom scenes for rooms, activated by sensors or buttons.
• Remote controlling and monitoring: Monitor and control building technology remotely via the Internet. Receive warnings via call, SMS, or e-mail for immediate action.
• Automation of sequences: Use logic blocks to automate recurring sequences based on events and sensor data.
• Gateway to other function systems: Acts as a gateway for other facility systems, providing consumption and operating data for analysis.

Technical data of Gira Home Server 3

Functions: Secure access, user administration, data recording, mathematical functions, light scenes, time clocks, remote programming, IP coupling, graphic logic editor, communication objects, universal time clock, data backup, EIB texts, IP message receipt, SNMP, Agfeo telephone system integration, web page evaluation, iETS server.

Connection possibilities: Serial interface, RJ45 network connection, Instabus KNX/EIB system connection (bus coupler, data interface, RS-232 cable), integrated ISDN modem.

Commissioning software: Gira HomeServer 3 Expert for Windows.

Scope of delivery: Power supply unit, ISDN connection cable, null modem cable, brief instructions.

Technical data: Protection type IP20, operating temperature 0°C to +40°C, power consumption approx. 15W, dimensions WxHxD 215 x 88 x 270 mm.

Update version 2.2 for Home Server 3 Functions: Voice message, DTMF operation, configuration, global library, diagrams, project import, logic collection, communication object gateway, printing function, automatic reconnect, saving retentive data, online help extension.

Technical data of Gira Facility Server

Functions: Extended RAM and data memory, secure access, user administration, data recording, mathematical functions, light scenes, time clocks, remote programming, IP coupling, graphic logic editor, communication objects, universal time clock, data backup, EIB texts, SNMP, Agfeo telephone system integration, web page evaluation, iETS server.

Connection possibilities: Serial interface, RJ45 network connection, Instabus KNX/EIB system connection (bus coupler, data interface, RS-232 cable), integrated ISDN modem.

Commissioning software: Gira Facility Server Expert for Windows.

Scope of delivery: Power supply unit, ISDN connection cable, null modem cable, brief instructions.

Technical data: Integral ventilator, protection type IP20, operating temperature 0°C to +45°C, power consumption approx. 15W, dimensions WxHxD 483 x 88 x 270 mm.

Update version 2.2 for Facility Server Functions: Voice message, DTMF operation, configuration, global library, diagrams, project import, logic collection, communication object gateway, printing function, automatic reconnect, saving retentive data, online help extension.

Supplementary information

Note: Data, solutions, and applications are based on software version 2.1. Subject to technical modifications.

Cooperation partner for the Server Client 15: Pro-face Deutschland GmbH

Further cooperation partners: INOTEC Sicherheitstechnik GmbH, MOBOTIX AG, AGFEO GmbH & Co. KG, Revox GmbH.

Distributor

Gira, Giersiepen GmbH & Co. KG

Concept, design, editing: schmitz Visuelle Kommunikation

Picture credits: Hoang-Dung Nguyen, Peter Krämer, H.G. Esch, Henrik Spohler.

Product photography: Udo Kowalski.

Lithografie + Druck: Damo Digital Technik.

GIRA

Gira Giersiepen GmbH & Co. KG
Electrical installation systems
Industriegebiet Mermbach
Dahlienstraße
42477 Radevormwald
P.O. Box 1220
42461 Radevormwald
Germany
Tel +49 2195-602-0
Fax +49 2195-602-119
www.gira.com
info@gira.com