The wide range of commercially available devices that employ LonWorks technology can be grouped into the following areas. Environmental A range of thermostat, humidistat and related HVAC control systems hardware, based upon LonWorks technology is available from a wide range of vendors. These devices can signal a flood in the basement, an overflowing bathtub or just an air conditioner that's not doing its job. Similarly these intelligent devices can be commanded remotely to prepare the vacation house by opening the storm blinds, setting humidity and temperature to optimal conditions and communicating exterior weather conditions. Security Similarly LonWorks technology is used to control door and window actuators to allow the repairman access to an appliance, and also to allow the parcel delivery to be placed in the mud room.
Access can be time based, password based, based on input from a web cam or a combination.
LonWorks enabled devices - from front door intercoms to light switches and receptacles are widely available. Lighting Using existing LonWorks hardware, sophisticated scenes can be created to accomplish the dual objectives of energy management and creation of the appropriate entertainment lifestyle. Not only will you know whether you left the lights on remotely, you can preset the mood of the home as you arrive in the driveway. Emergency Power Emergency power backup systems utilizing battery, solar, wind and generator power can also be employed and remotely managed. They're often used to power important home subsystems such as emergency heating and lighting, security systems, computer systems as well as well water pumps and kitchen appliances.