The Honeywell Home Automation Server is the core of the Home Automation
system. It allows the user to control security devices, lighting appliances, home
entertainment systems, and heating and cooling devices. The Home Automation
System uses different interface methods to connect to various systems, including RS232C Serial, USB and Ethernet communications. The user can interact with the
Home Automation Server through voice (microphone, phone), a home computer,
and/or a touchpad/keypad. The capabilities are enabled by the integration of an
Automation Operating System such as Home Automated Living, Microsoft Media
Center Edition, etc.
The capabilities enabled by Honeywell Automation System include:
• Control of lighting and electrical appliances.
• Control of media and entertainment devices through a single remote. Allows the
user to view, record, and play media devices (DVD, VCR, Camcorder) or media
sources (SATV, CATV) from different rooms.
• Can be used as a digital answering machine with telephone call management by
customizing messages for Caller-ID.
• Control of the Security System (arming/disarming, and bypassing zones via an
intranet, through voice command and/or using a telephone).
• Control of thermostat temperature settings through voice command, telephone,
and/or via an intranet.
• Logs every event for record and later analyses when selected.
• Updates the news, weather, traffic, sports scores, stock quotes and channel line-
up, either based on a schedule or on demand.
Commanding and controlling systems and appliances in the residence through the
Home Automation Server can be achieved by one of the following methods below:
• Microphone connected to the Honeywell Home Automation Server
• Telephone from outside the home
• House phone
• Intranet using any PC, Laptop, Tablet or touch pad
• Single remote through the entertainment system (TV connected to eDeck).
NOTE: All functions and capabilities listed require the integration of an
Automation Solution application and the individual functions are
determined by that application.
Connection Overview
The Home Automation Server connection capabilities are shown briefly in Figure 1.
The Home Automation Server can interface with control and entertainment devices
on TCP/IP (Ethernet), RS-232C serial, and USB connections, and command and
control devices on TCP/IP and telephone. The various communication lines depicted
in Figure 1 show how the Home Automation Server maybe connected with various
devices and appliances in the system.
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HVAC SYSTEM
(HONEYWELL
ENVIRACOM
OR EQUIVALENT)
LIGHTING APPLIANCES
INTERFACE
MODULE
(e.g., X-10
DEVICE)
AUTOMATION
OPERATING SYSTEM
SOFTWARE
SECURITY SYSTEM
(DESTINY 6100,
VISTA-128BP
OR EQUIVALENT)
CABLE-TV
RECEIVER
TV
WIRELESS
REMOTE
SATELLITE-TV
RECEIVER
TV
WIRELESS
REMOTE
SERIAL, USB INTERFACE TO SERVER
ETHERNET CONNECTION
E-DECK
VCRDVD
E-DECK
CONNECTION LINES DETAILS
HONEYWELL
DVD
ETHERNET SWITCH
(HONEYWELL MDENR105
APPLIANCE, LIGHTING CONNECTION
CONNECTION TO ENTERTAINMENT
DEVICES (DVD, VCR, CABLE/SATELLITE
PROTOCALL
RECEIVER
HOME
AUTOMATION
SERVER
OR EQUIVALENT)
HOUSE
PHONE
ROUTER
(HONEYWELL MDENR100
OR EQUIVALENT)
NOTE
1.
FOR INFORMATION REGARDING
SPECIFIC DEVICES SUPPORTED,
SEE THE SELECTED AUTOMATION
O/S SOFTWARE HELP FILE.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
2.
REGARDING HOME AUTOMATION
SEE THE LINKS PROVIDED IN THE
REFERENCE SECTION IN THIS GUIDE.
OUTSIDE
PHONE
PC
PC
CABLE MODEM
HAS-004-V1
Figure 1. Typical Home Automation Architecture
Mounting Overview
Your new Honeywell Home Automation Server is designed to be mounted in a
QuickNetwork distribution panel 24 inches or larger. The server is secured by the
white grommets supplied. (See the Reference Page at the end of this Guide for the
QuickNetwork product URL.
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Home Automation Server and Associated Components
Part No. Product Description
HAS-QNH Honeywell Home Automation Server (HAS), 512 Mb RAM, Intel P4
Processor
OPTIONS
HAS-DIGNEO4CRD 4 serial port Digi board
•This module is needed to connect the Lighting Modules,
Security or HVAC Systems with the Honeywell Home
Automation Server using RS232C Communication.
• User Reference Guide
• CD Rom
NOTE: Both this card and cable HAS-DIGNEO4CAB are required and
cannot be used alone.
HAS-DIGNEO4CAB Serial RS-232 DB-9 Octopus cable for Digi board
HAS-SATA250 250 GB SATA Hard Drive
HAS-WXPPRO Windows XP PRO OEM Software license and CD.
Connection Details of Honeywell Home Automation Server
The diagram below shows typical connections of the Honeywell Home Automation
Server. Dependent upon the model server you have purchased, certain server
connections and functions may or not be provided. The exact details of the
connections supported by your server can be found on the CD and/or documentation
supplied with it.
NOTE: The figure above shows a typical server configuration and may not reflect
your actual server configuration. You must refer to the documentation supplied
with your server for the actual configuration of your equipment.
Honeywell Home Automation Server Connections
Item Color Description
A Green PS/2 mouse port
B Purple PS/2 keyboard port
C Teal Serial port
D Burgundy Parallel port
E VGA port
F IEEE-1394a connector
G, I USB ports
H LAN
J Orange Center channel and LFE (subwoofer) audio line out jack
K Black Surround L-R audio line out jack
L Blue Audio line in jack
M Digital audio out(optical)
N Pink Mic in jack
O Lime Green Front L-R audio line out / Two channel audio line out jack
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The table describes the functions of HAS connections. Not all items may be available with your
server. You must refer to the documentation supplied with your server to determine which
connection items pertain to your system setup.
NOTES:
• The audio out connector is designed to power headphones or amplified speakers only. Poor
audio quality occurs if passive (non-amplified) speakers are connected to this output.
• Additional serial ports can be added by installing optional HAS-DIGNEO4CRD + HAS-
DIGNEO4CAB combination.
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Home Automation Server and Devices
It is recommended that you gain adequate knowledge of the devices and controls
that you intend to interface using the Home Automation Server and that you
develop a connection diagram to plan all the connections in advance. A new device
or system can be added at anytime after installation. Below is an explanation of
some general systems that may be installed in homes.
Lighting, Appliance
The Home Automation Server allows the user to control lights and appliances
through voice commands, intranet and graphical touch pads depending on the
control interface being used. All the major lighting and appliance interface
technologies are supported by the Home Automation Server.
The user can connect different Light Modules and Modulated Wall Switches
depending on the individual needs of each room. The dotted lines in the below
diagram shows lighting connections
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Connection Diagram of Lighting Modules
Connection Diagram of Lighting Modules is shown below
LAMP / APPLIANCE
MODULE
CONTROL INTERFACE
(WIRED / WIRELESS)
LAMP / APPLIANCE
MODULE
AC OUTLETSAC OUTLETSAC OUTLETSAC OUTLETSAC OUTLETS
LAMP / APPLIANCE
MODULE
USER INTERFACE
OPTIONS
COMPUTERMICPHONE
LAMP / APPLIANCE
MODULE
HONEYWELL HOME AUTOMATION SERVER
LAMP / APPLIANCE
MODULE
HAS-002-V0
• Lamp/Appliance Modules for the different areas in the residence can be directly
connected to AC Power with the Normal Wiring. Wireless lighting solutions are
also available. Refer to your Automation O/S software documentation for
additional information. Set the device address and code as per the technology
used.
• Connect the control interface to the server using the appropriate cables and to
right ports (RS-232, USB, and Ethernet). Refer to the installation/user manuals
supplied with the control interface for details
• Configure the Software Settings with the Device Name or Unit Code and House
Code Details. Refer to the manual supplied with the Automation O/S software
that you purchased for details.
• User can set the lighting scene, grouping and modes in the software.
• User interface with the Honeywell Home Automation server may be achieved by
computer, home telephone or microphone.
For detailed instructions on how to configure Schedules, Modes and Tasks please
refer to the manual supplied with the Automation O/S software that you purchased.
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Security System
The Honeywell Home Automation Server supports configuring and controlling the
installed Security System. A user can arm the security system, and/or bypass/restore
zones via voice prompt, intranet keypad, and/or touchpad. The picture below depicts
a house with a security system installed and its connections with the Honeywell
Home Automation Server.
The picture shows a typical home security system with motion detectors,
surveillance cameras, smoke/fire detectors, secured door locks and other supported
devices. The Honeywell Home Automation Server supports all leading security
panels from all major vendors.
Note: Disarming the security system through voice command is not recommended.
Honeywell recommends APEX DESTINY 6100, VISTA-128BP or VISTA-250BP
series control panels for home security systems.
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Security System Block Diagram
The diagram below is an overview of a security system connected to the Home
Automation Server.
MOTION
SENSOR
KEYPAD
* NOTE: THE INTERFACE MODULE IS OPTIONAL.
REFER TO YOUR SECURITY PANEL DOCUMENTATION FOR MORE INFORMATION.
SMOKE DETECTOR
SMOKE DETECTOR
SMOKE DETECTOR
SMOKE DETECTOR
SECURITY
PANEL
INTERFACE
MODULE*
CARD READER
SURVEILLANCE
CAMERA
USER INTERFACE
OPTIONS
CARD ACCESS
HONEYWELL HOME AUTOMATION SERVER
RS232C COMMUNICATION
COMM PORT
COMPUTERMICPHONE
HAS-001-V0
Note: Refer to manuals supplied with the security system panels for setup
instructions. To configure the Home Automation Server to work with the security
system, refer to the manual supplied with the Automation O/S software that you
purchased.
User interface with the Honeywell Home Automation server may be achieved by
computer, home telephone or microphone.
Be sure that the right port number and device connection protocol is selected while
configuring the Automation O/S software.
The installer should select the panel type and connection mechanism (COM Port
number if it is a serial port) matching the physical connection. Also configure the
security code for arming and disarming the security system.
For further configuration of security panel control through the Home Automation
Server (for things such as schedules, tasks and events), refer to the manual supplied
with the Automation O/S software that you purchased.
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HVAC System
Honeywell Home Automation Server supports interface to HVAC (Heating,
Ventilating, and Air Conditioning) systems by all major manufacturers if they can
be connected to a serial port, USB or Ethernet. Once configured through software
configuration screens, the user can control the thermostat by raising or lowering
temperature settings, turning the fans on/off, and/or changing mode settings.
HONEYWELL HOME AUTOMATION SERVER
USER INTERFACE
RS232C
INTERFACE
MODULE
(ENVIRACOM
PART NO. W8735A
OR EQUIVALENT)
OPTIONS
COMPUTERMICPHONE
THERMOSTAT
THERMOSTAT
THERMOSTAT
(ENVIRACOM PART NO. T8635
OR EQUVILENT)
HVAC SYSTEM
HAS-003-V0
HVAC System Block Diagram
For further details, refer to the manufacturer-supplied manuals and to the manual
supplied with the Automation O/S software that you purchased.
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Entertainment System
The Honeywell Home Automation Server is designed to integrate all the
entertainment systems on the premises. This is achieved using the existing
entertainment electronics in the residence and Honeywell special hardware and a
hardware package such as Digital Deck which is used here as an example system.
The solution is Ethernet ready; the connection between the Honeywell server and
the eDecks is accomplished through a home intranet. The audio/video transported
from eDecks to server and vice-versa to establish a virtual device pool. This makes
all entertainment systems accessible through a single point of control.
PC
Wireless
Remote
Ethernet Router
Wireless
Remote
eDeck
Cable/Satellite Receiver
Television
The diagram above shows the typical connection between server, eDecks, and the
entertainment devices in a residence. Refer installer/user manual supplied with
Digital Deck license and eDecks or go to
Digital Answering Machine
The Honeywell Home Automation Server can be configured to act as a digital
answering machine with telephone call management. Refer to the following link for
additional information.
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