New thinking Sentus Automation is able to control and manipulate data at ease whilst delivering a low cost per point return. XML interface: Information can be exported/viewed by an unlimited number of internet clients/applications.database integration to SQL database (MySQL on demand others). Web Services are based on Apache and Tomcat servers. The html/jsp (tags, beans) are fully customisable and extendable. Alarms and Logs are provided for easy configuration. This module provides an easy, robust means to monitor and manage alarms from multiple Sentus systems through a single interface. Users can review and acknowledge alarms or notifications. SMS/Web interfaces are provided. The toolkit allows also for customisation of the alarm/log views Check out the interactive animated graphic & see Sentus in action Full User and Role management though a web interface Maintenance book. This provides a complete history repository for the monitoring target. Support for GPRS based remote monitoring. The Sentus server supports the use of Sentus controller based remote sites (or other systems). The SMS interfaces are provided for receiving commands and sending alarm notifications
Sentus One At the Heart of Sentus is Enhanced Linet Controller. The Controller is a enhanced Linet Controller which supports all the basic Linet functionality. It builds on top of this set of enhanced capabilities. Particularly this includes full support for the Sentus Intelligent Linet Sensors and Actuators. The Sentus controller seamlessly integrates to the Sentus portal functionality via direct TCP/IP connectivity or connectivity via the optional GSM/SMS/GPRS module. Upgradable via internet download. Customers are able to download the latest modules via the Sentus portal once they have received the authorisation keys. This allows to easily upgrade and obtain the recent published modules. Key Features - Full Linet Support Support for Sentus temperature sensors, this allows for obtaining both the temperature and humidity values directly. These values can also be used in trigger definitions eg. in thermostat type of applications. Support for Sentus Weather sensors. This combined with the Sentus weather station modules provides for complete weather monitoring in distributed locations. Counter support, this allows for counting of occurrence of pulses. Eg. in counting visitors etc. Timer support. This allows the definition of once or periodic timers (with wild cards) Trigger support. Allows definition of value tracking either discrete On/Off or level based eg. temperature limits. Master groups. The slaves follow the state of the master. SMS supports. Commands can be sent to the Sentus controller. Similarly alarms/trigger events can be received GPRS connectivity to Sentus portal. Allows the full control and access via the Sentus portal modules. Sentus portal also provides full history collection modules. Modes. Predefined state of the Linet network can be defined and set. Web server support. Sentus includes an inbuilt web server which provides full access to the modules available Direct access to all controller information via web based xms interface
Sentus Two Sentus Automation is the perfect solution for home automation. Who looks after your family, belongings, home or 2nd home when your not there? Can you be immediately informed about issues affecting your property(s) integrity? Would you... or investigators appreciate registered digital data for instant viewing? Imagine instant notification of security, water leakage, gas, fire and smoke alerts? Do you want the infrastructure to achieve this, save money and much more? Sentus Automation can detect and provide the following functionality & automation, and much more.. Deter, intruders Detect, who, what, how, when Identify via digital information Remotely monitor events SMS (text) message Local/Remote trending Global Web access Baby & elderly monitoring Disabled & infirm safety Water leakage Fire smoke alert Remote heating activation Open Systems technology Connect to existing Gate-ways Get connected with Sentus Automation Sentus Automation is able to control and manipulate data at ease whilst delivering a low cost per point return. Check out animated buttons
Sentus Three Main Control Units (MCU) Sample Controlled Plant Sentus Automation provided a total control solution for the building shown below, all lighting, plant, security, totaling over 1500 control points was provided by the twelve Main Control Units Sentus Automation is Powerful, Low Cost, and easy to install
Products Sentus Automation is a light and easy local operational network system, which through various Sentus product nodes can connect and control almost any third party device, all control solutions and data transmission protocols are possible. This achieved by the use of cutting edge technology and simple design, ie; Low cost single chip network node Ultra low power consumption Minimum external components Polarity free 2-wire bus connection On/Off input & output function PWM/Phase angle output function Full duplex serial data I/O function Internal A/D converter Click to Enlarge Click to Enlarge This Sentus Main Control Unit (MCU) supplies the power to the nodes in the network, carrier & time slots to the nodes, offers the services to configure and administer the network, can operate as a user interface, can operate as stand alone or form part of link to a larger network. Sentus Automation, has the following application benefits Application interface is very simple Network installation is very simple Network configuration is very simple No networking or programming skills required. No development tools or learning required - low startup investments - low component cost Sentus Automation can connect to any third party device and integrate the functionality into the Sentus system
Office Office Automation A comfortable temperature, fresh air and proper lighting are all part of making the office environment effective and pleasant. Sentus Automation offers the following features: change the lighting easily change settings quickly and easily with pre-configured states the settings for temperature and ventilation control can be changed using the office computers access control and securing doors can be controlled using Sentus Automation As needs change, the office needs to be changed accordingly. Sentus Automation makes it easy; no costly re-cabling or re-programming is needed to make your office adapt to new requirements. Benefits of the Sentus system increased comfort in the office increased overall management of the building facilities (comprehensive and flexible control) remote control of the building facilities increased safety and access control savings in energy consumption fault alarms (also for preventive maintenance) an increase in the value of the building See diagrams One to Three, for a graphical illustration of Sentus
Home The Modern Home Do you want a technology that provides comfort of living while ensuring security and energy savings at your home? Sentus Automation meets the requirements of the home owner. This easy to use, versatile and inexpensive system is now available to every new home being built or retrofit to existing properties. Sentus automation system controls the electrical system of the home in a new way. For example, the lights, sockets, heaters, burglar alarms &fire sensors as well as door locks can be made to perform intelligently. Effortless use, Security and Integration It is easy to control your electrical devices. The home owner can decide which switch turns on and off a specific lamp, or when an electrical device is to be turned on automatically. In addition, he or she may choose to control lamps and sockets using a switch, a remote controller, a mobile phone or using the Internet. Using the option to select various settings and save them as pre-programmed states adds to safety at home. One pre-programmed state could allow the use of chosen electrical devices only, activated while vulnerable persons are home alone. There are more and more technical systems in modern houses requiring the owner to learn even more sophisticated systems and user interfaces to manage such functions as heating control and security in the house. Sentus Automation can integrate the management of different systems under one convenient user interface. Inexpensive and easy to install The mains power cables connected to all controlling devices, such as switches, are replaced by safe low-current cabling when using Sentus Automation. This is easy to install and achieves savings in the installation. The system is easy to expand A typical installation would initially cover the installation of the cabling and the basic system, tailored to the customer s requirements. The functionality would include such systems as light control including dimmer light control, the on/off control of wall sockets and a home/away pre-configured state. Adding other functional systems at a later stage is a quick operation of adding new modules into the electrical center of the building, rarely requiring new cabling.
FAQ One Frequently Asked Questions (One) Question: Can the Sentus Automation be extended or upgraded with additional functionality at a later stage, or do I need to install all I need at once? Answer: The Sentus system can be expanded later. New devices are installed into an existing control cabling and the system is easily changed to accommodate new functionality. Question: Is it possible to include other systems, such as a security system, measurement devices or electrical locks from other suppliers to the Sentus system? Answer: Yes, in most cases. Sentus Automation needs an electrical output contact as a requirement for compatibility. Question: How can Sentus Automation control of lights and electrical device? Answer: Any switch (or switch group) can be set to control any light or electrical device. Also different kind of sensors (e.g. motion detectors) can be used to set lights on/off. It is easy to change the assignments of the various control devices. Therefore, as a changed layout in a room leads to a need to change the lighting and the control of lighting in that room, the homeowner can easily re-assign the switches to control the lights in the room. The features include a home/away-state which can be used to turn off selected lights, sockets, the stove and even the water pipe, if desired, with only one push button. This contributes to avoiding accidents, saving energy and a relief from worrying over an iron left on. Dimming: The step less dimmer control can be assigned to a lamp or a group of several lamps. Question: How can Sentus Automation local control of lights and electrical device? The local remote control may be chosen for any device. Applications include the on/off and dimmer control of inside as well as garden lighting. It can also be used to run curtains, or to turn the home/away state on or off Question: Can Sentus Automation provide control via a mobile phone connection? Answer: This control is based on SMS-messages and it is fully comprehensive: any light or device connected into the system can be controlled. The possible functions are: Question: Can Sentus Automation provide control via an Internet connection?
The Internet can be used to remote control any device connected to the system. The status data for all connected devices is also available Question: Can Sentus Automation provide control via an Ethernet and WLAN connection? The control is transmitted over the local area network when using a PC and a WLAN radio network when using an e-pad hand-held computer.
FAQ Two Frequently Asked Questions (Two) Question: How can Sentus Automation save energy & provide efficient control? Answer: Heating control, the system includes an energy saving room-specific heating control, complete with daily profiles. The system can be used to collect separate temperature information from each room. The excellent control and data collection capabilities of the mobile phone and Internet connections are also available with Sentus Automation. Question: Can Sentus Automation provide efficient control to blinds & curtains? Answer: Curtain or Venetian blinds, can controlled with Sentus Automation using switches or the remote control. The curtain control can be used as a part of the energy saving program of the house. The curtains can be closed for the night automatically to reduce the heat loss through the windows. The automatic control of the curtains can also be based on the amount of light at the window. Question: Can Sentus Automation provide effective security and asset protection? Answer: Security system, Sentus Automation uses sensors which detect and react to a person being present or moving in the house or to a door being opened. The signals generated by these sensors are transmitted to other devices within the house, or to remotes sites using the SMS or Internet messages. The signals can also be used to activate other system functions, such as turning on lights and directing surveillance cameras. Preventive security features include automatic lighting profiles that turn on and off lights in the house following a family s normal daily routine although no one is home. Electrically driven locking, Sentus Automation can be used to control the locking of doors with electrically driven locks. Question: Can Sentus Automation interact wire fire alarm systems? Answer: Fire sensors detect and react to either smoke or carbon monoxide. Also sensor that react to a rapid rise in temperature can be used with the system. For a comprehensive and effective fire alarm system, use a sufficient number of different types of sensors and a flexible cabling to cover the whole house. The alarm is performed locally and it can be transmitted to other devices within the house using the network or to remote sites using the mobile phone or Internet networks. Question: is it easier to Install new functions as needed? Sentus Automation is complete & very comprehensive. The Customer may choose to install the complete system or only the functions he or she needs to start with. New functions can be added to the installation at a later stage.