Hi,
One of the nice to have items in the house I'm hoping to build is some level of automation. I've been looking at KNX and grasp the theory but I don't have an electrical background. Online forums I've found are all in German and there doesn't appear to be a local user group that could assist with basic questions. I have found a very knowledgeable professional but they are looking for low 5 figures to implement. Has anyone done KNX here and is it difficult? Should I buy a few devices and get to grips with it myself or would it be easier & cheaper in the long run to let the Professionals in and do it, budget allowing?
Main goals (Wish List):
Lighting Controls (I don't need dimming), some using switches, some with presence detection (toilets etc)
Security integration with CCTV (Driving POE IP Cameras with PIRs), Smoke CO2 detection etc (ability to cut MHRV in the event of a fire)
Audio - to warn off trespassers in the back garden, provide internal alerts etc
MHRV / ASHP integration with temperature sensors
Data logging for Solar PV, air quality, temperature etc
Understanding of the wiring involved to answer questions an electrician will undoubtedly ask
Visualization on a tablet / smartphone & remote access nice to have but not a requirement
Any advice? Thanks!