With the menu "House Control", individual rooms of the house or apartment can be selected using voice commands. In addition, there is an item on the menu called "Scenario", with which all pre-configured switching processes can be called up. 
Once a room has been selected, the choice of room will at first be confirmed by the system using oral feedback. Using the command "Help Menu", a list of all fittings available in the room chosen can be requested for the better orientation of the user. After selecting a fitting (e.g. "Ceiling light"), the switching operations appropriate to the fitting can be started using the relevant word of command (e.g. "on", "off" or "status"). If no valid word of command is given within a set period of time, the controls will be switched to "Standby" mode (control menu). This ensures that switching operations are not started accidentally. 
After executing all commands to carry out a switching operation (e.g. "Living room - ceiling light - switch on"), the system returns automatically to the appropriate main menu (in this case "House Control"). Independent of the time factor, the user can return to the control menu using the command "back". If the user is in a submenu (e.g. "Living room"), the command "back" will enable him or her to jump to the next highest programme level (in this case "House Control"). In order to simplify complex, frequently used switching processes, the menu "Scenario" already mentioned can be used. Within this menu, one single voice command will set off a predetermined series of switching operations.
Example: The command "Good morning" in the menu "Scenario":
1. All blinds are rolled up.
2. Depending on the amount of light outside, any necessary lights are switched on.
3. The temperature in the bathroom is set at the required level.
4. The coffee machine is switched on.
5. The radio is switched on.
6. The window in the bedroom is opened to air the room.

All processes can be programmed in accordance with the customer's individual requirements. The number and complexity of these processes is unlimited.

Components - Communication

In the menu "Communication", the system distinguishes between the following commands: "Take calls", "Answer door", "Telephone book", "Free dialling" and "Mailbox".

The command "Take calls" makes it possible to answer incoming telephone calls. 
If the call is not taken within a certain period of time - for example 6 rings - the caller is automatically transferred to the mailbox (answering machine) and has the opportunity to leave a message. 
If the system user answers the phone, the caller hears the text "One moment please, you are being connected" and is subsequently put through. 
The system user can end the call at any time during the conversation by giving the command "Sever connection", and will then be returned to the control menu. If the caller ends the conversation, the system will likewise automatically jump back to the control menu. This applies to all telephone conversations.

The system also enables users to operate the intercom used to open the door. After a visitor has rung the bell, the user can connect to the intercom by using the command "Answer door". 
After completing the operation with the command "Sever connection", the system asks the user if the door should be opened. If this question is answered with "Yes", the system opens the door and subsequently reverts to the control menu.

The command "Telephone book" enables the user to make an external telephone call. The names stored in the telephone book are linked to the corresponding telephone numbers, i.e. when a stored name is given, the system will automatically dial the relevant number. 
The system repeats the name chosen by asking "Shall I call XYZ?" This prevents the system from dialling the wrong number. If this question is answered with "No", the user is automatically returned to the menu "Telephone book" and can make another choice. 

In addition, by using the menu "Free dialling", it is possible to make a telephone call by separately stating each of the numbers to be dialled. 
This applies to both internal and external calls. On registering a pause after the string of numbers to be dialled is complete, the system will repeat the numbers given and after asking a yes/no question about whether the number should be dialled, will respond accordingly. 
In order to be able to make external telephone calls, it is necessary to have an ISDN cable connected to the telecommunications box.

Using the menu "Mailbox", it is possible to replay, delete or save any messages received. The mailbox is protected from unauthorised access by a security code. The security code is entered by voice command (as described under "Free dialling") and can be set in accordance with the user's wishes.

Components - Infrared

Every function of the user's infrared remote controls has to be programmed into the system. These functions are linked with user-defined commands and then appear in the submenu of the corresponding equipment (e.g. video).
Example:
Entertainment/video/switch on - causes the system to send the infrared code necessary to switch on the video recorder. 
As most home entertainment equipment is switched on and off with the same button, if the command "Switch on" is given to a piece of equipment which is already switched on, this will cause the system to switch the equipment off. 
Therefore it is a good idea to maintain visual contact to any equipment operated by infrared remote control, in order to avoid giving erroneous commands. 
However, in principle it is also possible to operate the equipment without visual contact or being within the range of the remote control box. Incidentally, this applies to all switching operations and functions.

98% of all home entertainment equipment on the market can be controlled reliably with the system's infrared controls. Please contact us to ensure that you do not purchase equipment which belongs to the remaining 2%.