Here’s an interesting new home Automation system that promises to bring smart home controls that were previously only delighted in by the rich and famous, into the reach of the rest of us.
“Home automation ought to be as accessible, cost effective and as easy to use as other sub-systems in the home, like central heat and air,” says Joe Doran, Cortexa’s CTO. “An intelligent automation system provides much more than convenience, safety and security and peace of mind. In the long run, as it adapts to the practices of the household, it can also considerably decrease energy costs through smarter management of high consumption systems.”
Until now, home automation systems have been notoriously complex, using a combination of proprietary and customized software and hardware components. Cortexa simplified its system by making the user interface so easy to use that the homeowner can program the system themselves and make adjustments as the need arises. The software integrates to the most common sub-system platforms and is enhanced every week with customers receiving totally free upgrades. The vital elements of a Cortexa home automation system include:
Cortexa 7201 home automation controller: This book-sized hardware is the brain of the system and is programmed to control the sub-systems and devices within the home.
In-wall, mobile touch screen, TV module, PC: any of these devices allow the user to access the Cortexa system in the way that they choose, providing both flexibility and ease-of-use with familiar, graphic interfaces.
Secure Internet access to your Cortexa System: using a conventional web browser, the homeowner can securely access their home and view a screen that is identical to the one used at the home. There is no additional monthly fee for Internet access to the home.
Component and sub-system devices: A range of “smart” switches and controllers replace or attach to lighting, irrigation, audio/video, heat and air and other home sub-systems, allowing them to interact with the Cortexa “brain” (controller).
Currently, Cortexa is marketing the systems through alliances with homebuilders and home automation installers and by marketing directly to individuals.
Cortexa executives foresee enhancing demand for simplified services to manage smart systems, like heating and cooling, and the various wired and wireless technologies used in the home. “As broadband Internet becomes ubiquitous and enables much more applications, home automation becomes required to support our lifestyle. To homeowners, the ability to manage their home is becoming as essential as the floor plan and finish out,” adds Martin.
Read the full press release : cortexatechnology.com
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