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Gira: Innovations, further developments and optimisations
The new face of building technology
Once again, Gira is presenting a wide range of clever solutions for
improved convenience, higher security, and more efficient use of
energy at the world's leading trade fair for lighting and building
technology. The electrical industry is anxiously awaiting new
building control and door communication product innovations, and
a new, highly-elegant switch range.
Gira E3: carrying on the System 55 success story
With Gira E3, the solution provider is moving forward with exceptionally
responsive switch ranges, complementing its range of modern building
technologies. In deliberate contrast to the linear, strict form of the E2
line, Gira is pursuing a soft design with the E3. Gentle, rounded
contours and the soft-touch surfaces of the cover frames give modern
building technology an attractive, contemporary look. This blends well
with the distinctive colour scheme of the cover frame: an exclusive
collection of subtle and warm greys and browns, developed by Gira
using the NCS colour system (Natural Colour System ®© ). A multitude of
individual design variants resulting from the combination of cover and
carrier frames as well as inserts in anthracite or pure glossy white.
Since the Gira E3 was developed for the System 55, it already includes
more than 300 intelligent building technology functions. On the other
hand, a new chapter in Gira's System 55 success story will be added
with this switch range. After all, the idea continues to prove its worth:
the striking square with 55 mm edge length is the standard size of all
inserts. At the same time, it serves as the operational window, not only
for existing building functions, but for future ones as well. This ensures
that the Gira System 55 will meet changing market requirements even
in the future. What makes it so unique? On the one hand, the result of
the five insert colours together with the six compatible Gira switch
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ranges and their colour and material variants is an array of
combinations, thus maximising design freedom--suitable for all
furnishing needs and every style of living. On the other hand, the
System 55 is based on a stringent system logic, which, despite the wide
variety and high complexity, results in a surprisingly slim range,
allowing for more efficient stock-keeping and high availability, to the
delight of planners, tradesmen and wholesalers.
Available starting 10/2016
Gira ZigBee ® Light Link
Smart lighting systems based on ZigBee ® Light Link are currently very
popular, particularly in retrofitting. Such systems can be controlled with
the Gira control element for ZigBee ® Light Link, blending seamlessly
into the Gira switch ranges in terms of function and design. Users are
therefore no longer dependent on their smartphone, for example, to
switch and control dimming and colour features to create atmospheric
lighting. Now they can rely on the range of Gira designs, in particular
the easy-to-use Gira remote control, flexible and quickly installed
anywhere or even for mobile use. This enables the user to control all
important functions of ZigBee ® Light Link-compatible lights, from
dimming and switching of individual lights and light groups through
calling up entire lighting scenarios to programming functions such as
the formation of light groups, control of colour or colour temperature
and scene programming – without manufacturer-specific gateways or
bridges.
Available starting 08/2016
Gira X1: Mobile control of building technology without the Gira
HomeServer
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Having a smart home means being able to control it using your
smartphone. That is the most common wish of homeowners and those
modernising buildings when it comes to intelligent building technology.
For the visualisation and control of a KNX system via mobile devices,
the Gira HomeServer was a must until now. With the new Gira X1
server, it will be possible in the future to visualise and automate
different functions in a building. See who is at home, switch lights on
and off or optimise your home temperature settings, whether at home or
on the move. Gira X1 is the foundation for an easy and inexpensive
KNX installation. It can be controlled using any mobile device that runs
on iOS and Android. Due to its compact design and top hat rail
mounting, it is installed quickly and compactly.
Announcement of delivery: with completion of field tests
Gira G1 with WLAN and 22 languages
The Gira G1 is already recognised by tradesmen as a compact,
powerful and versatile control centre for the KNX system. All functions
can be conveniently controlled by touching or gesturing on the brilliant
multi-touch display with a resolution of 480 × 800 pixels. With Release
2, the Gira G1 now also offers wireless connection via IP to building
technology through WLAN to suit any situation in the building.
Until now, the Gira G1 could only be connected to the building
technology via LAN cable. This connection via LAN is still
recommended in new buildings or in buildings with existing cabling. But
it's a different story for renovations and modernisations where no new
cabling is to be installed. Here, a connection via Wi-Fi and an
appropriate interface--which can be a KNX IP router or the Gira DCSIP-gateway--is the right choice. It's simple, quick and clean, and does
not require any structural work. The WLAN model is available in WLAN
230V and WLAN 24V versions.
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However, due to the transmission properties in wireless networks, KNX
telegrams may get lost. To ensure faultless KNX communication in a
wireless network at all times, a Gira KNX IP router (version v3 and
above) is therefore required, specially equipped with an additional
“reliable KNX communication” function. This will guarantee flawless
communication even in heavy wireless network traffic.
Even when connected via WLAN, the G1 remains a true all-rounder with
regard to building technology and can be used for a variety of purposes:
switching or dimming lights, adjusting entire lighting scenarios, movin g
blinds and controlling numerous functions via timers. In combination
with the Gira push-button sensor 3 or a KNX CO 2 sensor the Gira G1
can also be used as a room temperature auxiliary unit. With the
integration of the free Gira online weather service, weather forecasts
can even be called up with the G1. In combination with the Gira DCS IP
gateway and a door station video, the Gira G1 can also be used as a
home station. When the doorbell rings, the device automatically
switches to door intercom mode. Another new feature that will be shown
at Light + Building is the user interface, now offered in 22 languages.
Gira G1 with WLAN: available
Gira KNX RF System: simple cabling, easily retrofitted
Cable-based bus systems such as KNX have advantages when it
comes to sophisticated solutions in building technology. One essential
condition is precise planning; subsequent extensions of the system
were previously complex and therefore expensive. With the Gira KNX
RF system, that has changed. This means that existing systems can
easily be retrofitted without walls having to be prised open. The KNX
RF/TP media coupler forms the link between a wired KNX TP
installation and its wireless extension with KNX RF.
For new buildings, the Gira KNX RF system is suitable whenever the
structural conditions at specific locations do not allow for cable-based
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installation or a subsequent flexible control of the KNX installation is
desired anyway. The battery-operated KNX RF push button sensors can
be mounted anywhere as wall-mounted wireless transmitters where
controls are required, regardless of the availability of power and bus
cables. KNX RF remote controls make the control "mobile". The
corresponding KNX function can be triggered by remote control from
anywhere in the house.
Gira KNX RF uses 100% of the universal KNX standard "KNX RF1. R S Mode "; it allows access to the full functionality of the KNX system. This
means that all KNX products available on the market can be seamlessly
integrated into the system. Another advantage is that the KNX system
with coupled wireless connection reduces the wiring effort considerably
if the last routes are bridged to the KNX devices in each room
wirelessly. This saves time and therefore expense. Via the KNX RF
USB data interface in the form of a USB key the electrician can access
a KNX installation wirelessly via radio from a PC or laptop, for
addressing, programming and diagnosing via ETS. 5
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RF remote control: available
RF push button sensors: available
RF USB data interface: available
RF/TP media coupler and RF repeater: available starting 04/2016
Gira Design Configurator: now with Augmented Reality Function
Anyone who is planning a new construction or a renovation wants to
know what it will look like in the end. The same applies to the electrical
installation. That requires a lot of imagination and experience. Or the
Gira Design Configurator. This online tool lets the user combine the
frame variants of the Gira switch ranges with selected features in
various colours and materials. And now for a fascinating feature: the
Augmented Reality mode. By means of this "augmented reality", the
user can see--using their Smartphone or tablet camera--what the Gira
switch range looks in a real environment. Switches and sockets can be
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viewed from different perspectives. This showcases the effect of the
colours and surfaces, and provides a good spatial impression.
Available starting 04/2016
Gira door communication configurator: an easy-to-use online tool
The same applies to door communication as to the electrical
installation; you can use our PC or tablet to see what it will look like.
The Gira door communication configurator makes things simple. It
clearly shows the different possibilities offered by the Gira door
communication system, systems of all types and sizes, from single- and
multi-family homes to entire developments, from simple audio or video
equipment to integration and installation solutions in front panels and
mailboxes. This makes individual configuration of the Gira door
intercom system a real pleasure.
The Configurator presents fully-planned intercom systems in a clear
way: with all products, prices and a complete parts list for the electrical
contractor. The result can be saved in the online catalogue, printed out
as PDF or sent by e-mail.
Because design and operation of the Gira Design Configurator was
adapted to the Gira configurator for door communication systems, Gira
now offers two convenient and easy-to-use online tools as optimal
planning and decision aids for homeowners, architects and planners,
but also for the master electrician for advising his customers.
Available starting 04/2016
Captions:
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Gira E3, light grey soft touch, push switch, pure white glossy.
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Gira E3, grey soft touch, push switch, anthracite.
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Harmony as a principle: The cover frames with soft touch surface and
discreet colour tones can all be combined as desired with either pure
white glossy or anthracite-coloured inserts. The exception is the purist
model, available only in pure glossy white.
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Smart lighting systems based on ZigBee® Light Link can be controlled
with the Gira control element for ZigBee® Light Link, blending
seamlessly into the Gira switch ranges in terms of function and design.
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With the new Gira X1 server, it will be possible in the future to visualise
and automate different functions in a building – without the Gira
HomeServer.
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In combination with the Gira DCS IP gateway and a door station video,
the Gira G1 can also be used as a home station – when the doorbell
rings, the device automatically switches to door intercom mode.
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With Release 2, the Gira G1 also offers wireless connection via IP to
building technology through WLAN to suit any situation in the building.
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Another new feature that will be shown at Light + Building is the user
interface, now offered in 22 languages.
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Gira-KNX-RF-Remote-control-2-gang.jpg
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The battery-operated KNX RF push button sensors can be mounted
anywhere as wall-mounted wireless transmitters where controls are
required, regardless of the availability of power and bus cables. KNX
RF remote controls make the control "mobile".
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Gira Design Configurator now offers a fascinating feature: the
Augmented Reality mode. By means of this "augmented reality", the
user can see--using their Smartphone or tablet camera--what the Gira
switch range looks in a real environment.
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The Gira door communication configurator clearly shows the different
possibilities offered by the Gira door communication system, systems of
all types and sizes.
Photos: Gira
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