Equipment Z-wave
In our reviews, we often mention equipment based on the Z-wave protocol. According to Ebiding specialists, this is one of the best entry-level systems that can serve as a starting point into the world of home automation for both hobbyists and commercial use.
Z-Wave — is a wireless home automation standard for apartments, houses and small offices.
- Z-Wave does not require additional wiring and other repairs
- Easy to install allows you to customize the entire system
- Flexibility and the ability to consistently increase the functionality by installing additional devices will make it possible in the future to adapt the system to the changing needs of the owners.
Dignity:
- Controllers have different costs. Starting from 5000eu (Homemade controller based on Raspbery PI with Zwave chip.
- Large device peripherals. Various thermostats, humidity sensors
- Wireless interface. (the controller itself, however, must be connected to the central router. By wire.)
- The cost of a solution for a specific case (controller + leak + smoke + security camera can cost much less depending on the required functionality.
Flaws:
- The price is pegged to the euro exchange rate.
- Some interoperability issues with devices from different manufacturers. It is necessary to study the specific specification before ordering the equipment.
- General system immunity
- General network vulnerability. ( Valid for any network that has the ability to remote control.
- Very limited number of supported IP cameras.
Controller Views.
PP |
RazzpberyPI (Controller+board Zwave |
Z-Wave Controller Vera Lite |
Z-wave controller Zipabox |
Fibaro Home Center Lite |
Fibaro Home Center 2 |
Z-Wave Controller Vera 3 |
Price EU. |
600 |
1300 |
1700 |
2200 |
4400 |
1700 |
Add. Modules |
YES but subject to programming |
No |
Yes ( gsm module and additional battery) |
GSM and battery. |
The battery is built into the system. GSM no |
No |
List of supported devices |
When a new device appears, you have to wait for the release of drivers for it under Linux. Then program the controller itself. |
Almost complete. |
Almost complete. |
There are problems connecting third-party devices |
There are problems connecting third-party devices |
Almost complete. |
Architecture |
Debian(Linux)+ARM |
Linux+ARM |
Linux+ARM |
Linux+ARM |
Linux+X86 |
Linux+ARM |
Using as a router |
no |
None (no modules) |
no |
yes |
yes |
|
GSM |
no |
( with additional module) |
no |
no |
yes |
yes |
Internet control |
Yes (programming required) |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
Data backup |
no |
no |
no |
no |
yes |
yes |
Home theater function |
no |
no |
no |
no |
yes |
no |
Maximum recommended number of devices per controller. |
10 |
20 |
20 |
20 |
40 |
30 |
Easy setting from 1 to 5 ( 1 minimum 5 maximum) |
1 |
3 |
2 |
4( 5 for Fibaro devices) |
4( 5 for Fibaro devices) |
3 |
Work scenarios:
1. Control curtains and blinds
Integrated control relay for curtains, blinds, etc. Designed for installation in an in-wall wiring box under a traditional switch. (requires space) or in concealed mounting locations. The relay controls the load on the blinds motor. Can be included in a common Z-Wave network and controlled from other devices. Allows you to control any motorized lifting / lowering devices. (doors? garage, attic sliding curtains, etc.) The average cost of one drive is 400eu.
The system works great with controllers of all types (Fibaro connects automatically, others may need tweaking)
Works with automation from (BOFU, Somfy, Trietex, G-Rail, raex
2. Remote control of electrical appliances (smart sockets)
Represented by overlays for existing sockets (could not be found mounted in sockets.
Allows you to remotely enable / disable a consumer group, combine them into groups. Turn off by a signal from other sensors, time of day, timer, etc.)
Price from 300eu. For 1 device.
3. Security system
Fibaro leakage sensor |
480 |
Everspring Smoke Detector |
400 |
Eversrping Presence Sensor |
250 |
Everspirng Door/Window Sensor |
280 |
Ip camera Foscm |
310 |
Total |
1720 |
Calculation example for one room. If there is no need for any sensors, the system can be configured without them.
It must be remembered that devices run on batteries (batteries that need to be replaced periodically, although the devices themselves are low power consumption,
4. Lighting control
Zwave controls lighting. With the help of relay modules mounted behind the sockets. The system supports dimmable lighting and RGWB control (color LEDs). Scenarios can be set. The control module has four analog inputs, allowing you to connect any sensors operating in the 0-10V range, including light sensors, wind sensors, pressure and humidity sensors.
The cost of one module is about 400eu.
5. Home air conditioner control.
The Remote ZXT-120 is a Z-Wave to IR radio converter for air conditioners and is 100% compatible with Z-Wave devices (such as home gateways, portable controllers). Remotec ZXT-120 has a built-in temperature sensor, the value of which can be transferred to the Z-Wave network. The choice of the IR code for controlling the air conditioner is carried out by a configuration parameter from the library built into the expander. The cost of this sensor is about 400 eu.
The device comes preloaded with IR codes from the following manufacturers: ACURA, Apton, AUX, Carrier, Chang Hong, Chigo, Chunlan, Daikin, Fujitsu, Galanz, General, Gree, HAIER, Hisene, HITACHI, Kang Li, Kelong, Kelvinator, Kolin, Konka, LG, Midea, Midea_Toshiba, MITSUBISHI, NEC, Panasonic, Panda, Philco, Samsung, Sanyo, SHARP, Shinco, Siemens, TCL, Toshiba, Trane, VOLTAS, YORK.
6. Heating control (thermostats)
The water valve thermostat allows you to adjust the temperature in a room heated by water radiators.
Four modes are supported:
- Normal mode
- Energy saving mode
- Frost protection (off)
- Direct valve position control mode. The thermostat has no buttons except for one service button, mode switching and temperature change are carried out via Z-Wave using the controller.
The device has an algorithm for temporarily turning off heating when a window is opened. After 5 minutes, the thermostat returns to the usual temperature control pattern. The cost of the solution is from 500 eu for one battery.
How easy it is to calculate the equipment, for example, a 3-room apartment can do.
Device |
Quantity |
Cost EU |
Controller |
1 |
1700 |
Light relay |
3 |
(400*3)=1200 |
RGWB relay |
1 |
400 |
Leak sensor |
1 |
480 |
Smoke detector |
1 |
400 |
Presence sensor |
1 |
250 |
Everspirng Door/Window Sensor |
4 |
280*4=1120 |
Ip camera Foscm |
2 |
310*1=620 |
A/C controller |
2 |
400*2=800 |
Thermostat |
4 |
500*4=2000 |
Blind controller |
4 |
600*4=2400 |
|
Total: |
12570 |
As you can see, the solution is quite inexpensive for complex management. The cost of installation work (if you do not need to pull the wiring, for example, to control the blinds, you can estimate at 10-15t eu . + 5t eu . setting up the router and controller.
Total 12570 eu.
Product line:
Below is a sample price liver. (please note that prices are given at the time of publication of the article and may change)
Base |
Medium |
Premium |
|||
Description |
Price |
Description |
Price |
Description |
Price |
Basic set Razzpberry PI (Controller+Zwave board) Light control module 1 pc Smart socket 1 pc Motion sensor 1 pc Standard interface
|
3200 |
Light+ Z-wave controller Zipabox 2pcs lighting module 1pcs dimmer control module Roller shutter control module 1pc Custom Interface |
5700 |
Complex1 Fibaro Home Center Lite Light+climate |
9900 |
Light Z-WaveControllerVeraLite Light module Module LED Standard interface
|
3200 |
Climate+ Z-wave controller Zipabox Heat floor module 1pc Air conditioning control module 2pcs Custom Interface |
4500 |
Complex2 Fibaro Home Center Lite Light+climate+Household appliances |
13600 |
Climate Z-WaveControllerVeraLite A/C control module 1pc Standard interface
|
3200 |
Security+ Z-wave controller Zipabox Leak sensor 1pc Smoke Sensor 2pcs IP camera 2pcs Custom Interface
|
6700 |
Complex 3 Fibaro Home Center 2 Light+Climate+Household appliances+Security |
15100 |
Security Z-WaveControllerVeraLite Leak sensor 1pc Smoke Sensor 1pc Standard Interface
|
3600 |
Device control+ Z-wave controller Zipabox 3 socket control controller Programmable system Custom Interface
|
4100 |
All Inclusive Fibaro Home Center 2 Light+Climate+Household appliances+Security +Multimedia |
1700 |
Instrument control Z-Wave Controller VeraLite 1pc socket controller Standard interface
|
3000 |
|
|
|
|
Multimedia Zwave controller. +Remote playback speakers |
3200 |
|
|
|
|
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