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Updates from Gira on the latest KNX products and updates due to have been released at Light + Build 2020 including new Keypads and Actuators
29 Nov 2022
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18 Sep 2024
Summer is in full swing and people are off on their summer holidays, which means soon enough, Autumn will be on its way. Here's a round-up of some useful ideas and 'How-to's for this time of year.
05 Jul 2023
29 Nov 2024
If you're keen to get started with KNX it can be difficult to know where to begin. Training is vitally important, and we share with you why Ivory Egg KNX Training is different from the rest.
12 Feb 2024
GIRA launch new Servo Drive for radiators and mixing valves.
KNX Controls nominated for the prestigious Lux Awards for a residential project.
12 Jan 2023
Gira launches new Studio switch range at Light + Building 2018. Comprised of Circular Black Glass and White Glass frames which are perfect for listed or modern buildings
The small, intelligent and powerful G1 is an ideal operating system for most residential properties.
The Gira Design Configurator enables you to view a variety of Gira switches in your desired environment.
Read more about this project in the heart of Soho in London, and the KNX technology which had to be easy to use and suitable for the restricted service space.
Fitzroy Place in London is an exemplary project with a cutting-edge KNX solution, implemented by Sound & Vision.
Chelsea Townhouse project - overcome functional issues the developer had seen on previous projects, while providing a greater level of functionality combined with an aesthetically appealing finish.
A large Edwardian house in one of London’s most desirable residential districts has been brought into the 21st century with extensive automation.
22 Dec 2022
Sound & Vision (UK) LTD are one of the leading KNX installation companies in the UK. Find out how they got involved with KNX in the first place and how Ivory Egg was key to their success.
If you are new to using ETS it can be challenge to find a group address naming structure that works. Read on for two examples.
A guide to our recommended keypad, switches and display panels for use with your KNX smart home projects.
28 Feb 2023
A tutorial for controlling SMI (Standard Motor Interface) and shading using KNX
The KNX standard allows for multiple communication methods including IP which offers some major benefits when scaling ip the system for large projects. This guide explains the different type of KNXnet/IP and how to use it in practice.
The KNX association have update the specification to allow 256 devices per line. This makes KNX even simpler to be used in a smart home.
A guide to ordering Gira KNX Keypads
16 May 2023
Gira's all-in-one intelligent KNX user interface
The parts needed and a wiring example to connect a GIRA smoke detector to external systems.
Then you will need this adaptor...
Gira Touch Sensor 3 Comfort KNX keypads can be used to read the room temperature.
On the Gira G1 KNX room controller, terminating the Cat6 or Cat7 cable incorrectly can cause issues with the door communications display or cause intermittent issues with the network connection. Find out how to.
This is accessed via the menu of the device.
01 Sep 2022
It is possible to purchase a 230v base separately. The part code is 2331 01.
Yes it can, by adjusting the DIP switches mounted under the label.
A separate relay module is available which can be installed into the unit.