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Gira has recently expanded their range of glass Esprit frames with an additional design known as glass C. The soft edges and rounded corners of glass C offer a new alternative in the otherwise clearly-cut and linear switch range. The edges of the 6 mm thick glass frame are ground to a semi-circular form with the so-called ‘C grinding process’.
Gira has also added a black glass to the frame variants that corresponds perfectly with the architectural, linear design of the switch and lends Gira Esprit its particularly elegant character. The high-gloss surface of black glass has a distinctive depth and achieves an optical perfection that cannot be achieved with any other material or any other colour. The glossy black surface gives Gira Esprit an expressive presence that nevertheless blends unobtrusively into the surroundings. The range is especially well-suited for use within architecture with a high aesthetic claim, for example with open masonry, exposed concrete and glass. But also in combination with natural materials such as wood and natural stone or on brighter surfaces the black switches of Gira can create an exciting accent.
The switch inserts and covers are in aluminium, which further emphasise the impression of modern functionalism, harmonizing perfectly with the cover frame of black glass. Inserts and covers are also available in anthracite as well as matt pure white and glossy pure white. More than 230 functions from System 55 can be combined with the Gira Esprit cover frame, including Gira’s door communication system.
(in mm)
Frame Height Width Depth
1-gang 95 95 9.85
2-gang 166 95 9.85
3-gang 236.8 95 9.85
4-gang 308 95 9.85
Gira places great value on product design. Through intensive cooperation with external and in-house design teams, Gira develop products, which are repeatedly recognized for their exceptional and simple design.
The modern electrical installation from Gira offers a broad range of intelligent building technology for convenience and security. Devices for networking home technology, music control for all rooms and comprehensive switch ranges, plus numerous functions for door communication, energy and light outdoors – and it all fits together. All functions and devices can be easily combined, and the uniform design lines always offer the right cover frame for every purpose.
The GiraShop.co.uk supplies the complete range of products that are currently available in the English language catalogue.
More convenience, more economy, more security… Intelligent building technology from Gira has made Mermaid Cottage, a stunning period property, both beautiful and smart. Centrally controlled house technology, time-dependent temperature control, automatic light control, keyless access and much more – everything is designed uniformly in this stunning South coast home.
The smart building technology installed at Mermaid Cottage can be divided into three parts. For conventional installation the cottage features a selection of Gira products for electricity, light, door communication, communication technology and more. In addition to this two intelligent systems are installed that enable a high degree of comfort, security, flexibility and economy: the Gira Instabus KNX/EIB system and the Gira radio bus system:
1. Conventional installation
Mermaid cottage features socket outlets, dimmers, push switches, room temperature controllers, LED illumination, antenna connections, motion detectors, door intercom systems and more by Gira.
2. Gira Instabus KNX/EIB system
Intelligent building technology is realised within Mermaid Cottage via Gira’s flexible KNX bus technology system. Devices communicate with each other and exchange information within the system. For this an Instabus control line is installed parallel to the power line. Possibilities: requirement-specific use of lighting and heating, central control of light, blinds, ventilation and household devices, programming of specific lighting scenes, multimedia or music entertainment in all rooms, automatic watering of the garden, presence simulations and more.
3. Gira radio bus system
Mermaid cottage benefitted from simply retrofitting the intelligence, installation without the usual dirt and noise. A wide spectrum of control options have been realised such as light scenes, blind and heating control and automatic lighting, without walls having to be chopped. Communication occurs via transmitters and receivers.
With Mermaid Cottage the Architect and the Client both wanted coordination, performance and that all important aesthetic appeal. Gira was selected from the start, it delivered on every level.
User Interface
Mermaid Cottage can be fully controlled via the Gira HomeServer 3, which features a uniformly structured interface design, whether a Gira/Pro-face Server Client 15, a laptop or the owners iPhone is used. Simple operation of the complex house technology – the concept of the new Gira interface focused mainly upon a high level of user friendliness, fast orientation and and a visually appealing information design. A clear and intuitive menu ensures quick access to all smart aspects of the home.
Kitchen
Intelligent functions:
Safety:
Socket outlets:
Living Room
Intelligent functions:
Data connections:
Safety:
Socket outlets:
Bedrooms
Intelligent functions:
Data connections:
Safety:
Socket outlets:
Entrance Hall
Intelligent functions:
Safety:
Socket outlets:
Door communication:
Now included in the family of Gira flush-mounted actuators are switching actuators, a universal dimming actuator and in terms of ‘recently launched’ products; a window actuator, a blind actuator and a heating actuator.
Flush-mounted actuators are used with decentral KNX/EIB installations or in KNX/EIB compound installations (DRA, flush-mounted). They are allotted space in flush-mounted boxes or in cable conduits and utilise the existing power cables. In this way cable material is saved and fire load in buildings is significantly reduced.
Existing installations can be expanded more simply to KNX/EIB with flush-mounted actuators – in addition to the existing 230 V supply – only a bus line is required for operation of the actuators.
Zero-voltage contacts can be connected to the binary inputs and they can carry out various functions independently of one another or as a ‘block’. The functions of the binary inputs are identical for all actuators, other attributes however are configured at the factory in order to make the operation possible without the need for programming.
The flush-mounted actuator is connected to the 230 V supply via a flexible cable, approx. 20 cm in length. The connection of the binary inputs and the KNX/EIB is made via a 6-wire connection cable, approx. 30 cm in length. This can be extended to a maximum of 5 m.
Two auxiliary unit inputs (or three inputs with window actuators, blind actuators and heating actuators) are for on-site operation via conventional switches or buttons, or can be freely used as binary inputs for zero-voltage contacts (with applied bus voltage).
The window actuator combines a blind actuator with a heating actuator. It has three binary inputs with which in delivery state the connected blind or shutter can be controlled.
Functions of inputs
Functions of switching inputs: two independent switching objects for each input present and can be enabled individually, command for rising or falling edge can be set independently (ON, OFF, CHANGE, no reaction).
Dimming: Single and double-surface operation, time between dimming and switching and dim-step size can be set, telegram repetition and stop-telegram transmission possible blind: Command can be set with rising edge (no function, UP, DOWN, CHANGE), operating concept can be configured (Step – Move – Step or Move – Step), time between step and moving mode can be set, slat adjustment time can be set.
Value transmitter and light scene auxiliary unit: Edge (push button as NO contact, push button as NC contact, switch) and value with edge can be configured, value adjustment with push button by pressing and holding button for value transmitters possible, light scene auxiliary unit with memory function and saving of the scene without previously calling up is possible.
Blind output
Heating output
Technical data
Installation
The actuators are installed flush-mounted in a wall box (electronics box from Kaiser recommended). Sufficient insulation must be provided between the 230 V cable and the bus or auxiliary units. The minimal distance between bus/auxiliary unit wires and 230 V wires is 4 mm.
The heating actuator is used for switching electrothermic valve drives for heating systems. It has two binary inputs to which zero-voltage contacts can be connected for monitoring of a window contact for example.
Functions of inputs
Functions of switching inputs: two independent switching objects for each input present and can be enabled individually, command for rising or falling edge can be set independently (ON, OFF, CHANGE, no reaction).
Dimming: Single and double-surface operation, time between dimming and switching and dim-step size can be set, telegram repetition and stop-telegram transmission possible blind: Command can be set with rising edge (no function, UP, DOWN, CHANGE), operating concept can be configured (Step – Move – Step or Move – Step), time between step and moving mode can be set, slat adjustment time can be set.
Value transmitter and light scene auxiliary unit: Edge (push button as NO contact, push button as NC contact, switch) and value with edge can be configured, value adjustment with push button by pressing and holding button for value transmitters possible, light scene auxiliary unit with memory function and saving of the scene without previously calling up is possible.
Heating output
Technical data
Installation
The actuators are installed flush-mounted in a wall box (electronics box from Kaiser recommended). Sufficient insulation must be provided between the 230 V cable and the bus or auxiliary units. The minimal distance between bus/auxiliary unit wires and 230 V wires is 4 mm.
The blind actuator controls blinds, shutters and awnings and has two inputs factory-assigned to the blind actuator.
Functions of inputs
Functions of switching inputs: two independent switching objects for each input present and can be enabled individually, command for rising or falling edge can be set independently (ON, OFF, CHANGE, no reaction).
Dimming: Single and double-surface operation, time between dimming and switching and dim-step size can be set, telegram repetition and stop-telegram transmission possible blind: Command can be set with rising edge (no function, UP, DOWN, CHANGE), operating concept can be configured (Step – Move – Step or Move – Step), time between step and moving mode can be set, slat adjustment time can be set.
Value transmitter and light scene auxiliary unit: Edge (push button as NO contact, push button as NC contact, switch) and value with edge can be configured, value adjustment with push button by pressing and holding button for value transmitters possible, light scene auxiliary unit with memory function and saving of the scene without previously calling up is possible.
Output functions
Technical data
Installation
The actuators are installed flush-mounted in a wall box (electronics box from Kaiser recommended). Sufficient insulation must be provided between the 230 V cable and the bus or auxiliary units. The minimal distance between bus/auxiliary unit wires and 230 V wires is 4 mm.
Gira places great value on product design. Through intensive cooperation with external and in-house design teams, Gira develop products, which are repeatedly recognized for their exceptional and simple design.
The modern electrical installation from Gira offers a broad range of intelligent building technology for convenience and security. Devices for networking home technology, music control for all rooms and comprehensive switch ranges, plus numerous functions for door communication, energy and light outdoors – and it all fits together. All functions and devices can be easily combined, and the uniform design lines always offer the right cover frame for every purpose.
The GiraShop.co.uk supplies the complete range of products that are currently available in the English language catalogue.
The Gira InfoTerminal Touch from the Gira Instabus KNX/EIB system is the central switching unit for intelligent electrical installations.
The 5.7” TFT touch display enables intuitive navigation and provides an overview of the status of the entire building technology. With the colour display, functions such as switching, dimming and blind control can be executed, light scenes can be saved and called up, and a variety of bus functions can be linked with ease. The user menu is freely definable and can be individually structured.
Functionality
Planning
The Gira InfoTerminal Touch is configured via a configuration software integrated in the ETS. A preview function provides assistance here. The page layout is freely definable. Operating and display elements can be positioned anywhere on the display. Configuration is carried out via the USB interface accessible from the front, or when making changes in the configuration via the KNX/EIB.
Installation
Gira InfoTerminal Touch can be installed either horizontally or vertically. The desired type of installation must be set at the start of configuration.
Technical data
Product assortment
About Gira
Gira places great value on product design. Through intensive cooperation with external and in-house design teams, Gira develop products, which are repeatedly recognized for their exceptional and simple design.
The modern electrical installation from Gira offers a broad range of intelligent building technology for convenience and security. Devices for networking home technology, music control for all rooms and comprehensive switch ranges, plus numerous functions for door communication, energy and light outdoors – and it all fits together. All functions and devices can be easily combined, and the uniform design lines always offer the right cover frame for every purpose.
GiraShop.co.uk supplies the complete range of products that are currently available in the English language catalogue.
You might think there’s nothing exciting about another range of switches, well you’d probably be right, and most of the time I wouldn’t argue with you. Most of the big European manufactures seem to think ‘sheds’ and shun aesthetics whenever they start a new round of development. Mind you, I also have to hold my hands up and admit that I have some ‘classic’ polished chrome dimmer switches in my home and they were recently criticized by a colleague when he spotted them in the background during a ‘Skype’ meeting. ‘They came with the house’ was my defence, but he was right and at some point I must replace the big shiny DIY store monstrosities! It’s funny how I’m involved with delivering Smart Home Technology into other people’s homes, but never get around to my own…
Anyway, the German system supplier Gira has a switch range that is a little special and you can actually get a little excited about it (well I did anyway). It’s special because the Gira E22 range can be mounted flat on the wall and the product range is available with the full depth of functions. To the majority of architects the switch on the wall is more of a necessary evil than the subtle under stated smart home design statement they’re looking for. Especially when it’s big and shiny, sticks out like a sore thumb and generally spoils the overall impression of the room. But all this is not necessary. The E22 is a range of switches that can be mounted flat on the wall – the switch cover frames and inserts extend just 3mm above the surface and has an overall elegant, high-quality appearance with a very precise shape. And the flat design is supported by a vertical switch toggle, which does not break through the flush surface.
The Gira E22 also offers another special feature – the switch range is available in three different materials – stainless steel, aluminum and thermoplastic in pure white glossy finish. So Architects can open themselves to the fascinating possibility of completely equipping a smart building with one and the same switch range, not as easy as it sounds with many of the competitors.
In addition to the visual design and the large number of different installation options, this switch range convinces in all three material versions with the full depth of its assortment, which consists of more than 200 functions for modern smart building management. These include push button sensors for controlling the KNX/EIB Instabus, the home stations of the Gira door communication system, the Gira flush-mounted radio, the Gira radio weather station and a comprehensive range of LED orientation lights, which can also be integrated into the new switch range. With them attractive lighting accents can be produced, however they can also be used quite pragmatically for increased safety and information in buildings when they are expanded with illuminated information signs. An extensive selection of pictograms is also available for Gira E22 range, which are lasered out of the stainless steel and aluminum finishes.
I really need to get around to updating my own home, embrace smart home technology, and I will definitely be going for a full selection from the E22 range!
About Gira
Gira places great value on product design. Through intensive cooperation with external and in-house design teams, Gira develop products, which are repeatedly recognized for their exceptional and simple design.
The modern electrical installation from Gira offers a broad range of intelligent building technology for convenience and security. Devices for networking home technology, music control for all rooms and comprehensive switch ranges, plus numerous functions for door communication, energy and light outdoors – and it all fits together. All functions and devices can be easily combined, and the uniform design lines always offer the right cover frame for every purpose.
GiraShop.co.uk supplies the complete range of products that are currently available in the English language catalogue.
Full integration of all the essential building services (DALI lighting, heating, blinds, AV, Access control) in this busy and critical intensive care ward. Reliabilty not optional.
Imperial College London Healthcare, QEQM Adult intensive care unit was moved into a new floor of an existing building. The challenge was to incorporate the all service requirements of such a sensitive space with the simple usability that is required for 24 hour use by a rotation of staff. KNX delivered a wide ranging solution from straightforward lighting control to more complex control of HVAC, TVs and access control.
“We were suprised that there was such a comprehensive solution available. We had tried other systems in the past, but they were invariably not fit for such comprehensive applications On every occasion we asked more of KNX the answer was, “Yes”. The end result is an excellent solution for the hospital, and has been operating faultlessly since being commissioned.” Hospital M&E Services Manager.”