CONTENTS

MyHOME - Project guidelines

General features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Preliminary design and
system layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
System estimate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Devices configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

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 GENERAL FEATURES

Functional diagram of a MyHOME system

The creation of a MyHOME that reach the home converge in a The lights/shutter automation
automation system does not entail general distribution board with DIN BUS (gray cable) is the same as
many changes when compared modularity for the system sectioning, for the Energy management and
with a traditional system. The for the various BUSes power supply, Temperature control systems.
energy, telephone/data line and for the loads (actuators) management The burglar-alarm BUS (Red cable) of
Video door entry system "sources" and for the functional integration. the system, is the same as the one for TV/SAT

Temperature control

Energy Supply
FLATWALL

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Telephone Line Grey cable (BUS)

TV/SAT IPTV TV/SAT IPTV
REMOTE
CONTROL

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ADSL line TV/SAT
(Internet) IPTV
Video surveillance
system
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Video door entry system call

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White cable (BUS)

LAN

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 the technical alarms. The systems can be set individually,

The 2 wire video door entry system or can be integrated with each

BUS (white cable) is the same as the other using specific interfaces. The

one for the sound system, and offers local supervision and control of the

the possibility of implementing the systems is obtained by different types

video surveillance system function. of control devices.

TV/SAT

IPTV TV/SAT IPTV Light/Shutter Automation

Energy management
TV/SAT IPTV

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Local control
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Burglar alarm
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TV/SAT IPT

Technical Alarms
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TV/SAT automazione
IPTV
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Video door
entry system Sound system

TV/SAT IPTV

Local control
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Data Network

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Local control
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 GENERAL FEATURES

Creation of the MyHOME home automation system

Warning:
The design and installation of the MyHOME system must only be performed by qualified personnel, in accordance with
current local regulations. All responsibility are rejected for any consequence resulting from the non-compliance with
such regulations.

The first step towards the installation applications, it is necessary that the particular as regards the choice and
of a home automation system is layout of the house and a general location of the electrical distribution
to design and ensure a good basic furniture plan, are made available board, the position of the junction
installation setup. to the installer. It is also important boxes, the position of the plug-in
In fact, an accurate setup of cables, that a check is carried out, to ensure boxes and the definition/position of
trunking, boxes, equipment rooms that the initial estimate is in line with the loads/users.
and control points, enables to follow the actual site: number of rooms
in a much simpler way the evolution and their use (living room, bedroom,
of the devices already installed inside bathroom etc.). On a design and
the home and include new ones in installation point of view the creation
the future. of a home data network system is
Irrespective of the type of system not very different from that of a
and the required home automation traditional electric power system, in

the creation of the MyHOME home automation system

develops through the following phases:

1 Definition of user's 2 Design: system 3 Design: devices

requirements in order layout, choice of configuration and
to define devices and estimate electrical diagram
the home automation development.
functions and their
features

The next pages show in detail the

4 Installation and 5 System commissioning
operations described in sections
wiring and testing
1- 3; for the installation and
commissioning of the systems refer
to the specific sections of the guide.

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Questionnaire for collecting information

A good design of the home collect all the detailed information applications such as Acrobat Reader
automation system requires a useful for evaluating the consistency or equivalent, is available in the
careful analysis of the user's needs of the system to be implemented and Installer-Home automation section
by the installer; for this purpose a estimate its costs. of www.bticino.it website
questionnaire has been prepared The document, in fillable and
to be submitted to the Customer to printable PDF format with

Questionnaire for
definition of the
requirements

As an alternative to the module

described, it is possible to use the
"You Project" application designed
to make the system estimate and
configuration.

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 PRELIMINARY DESIGN AND SYSTEM LAYOUT

Installation of a ZigBee radio system

The installation of a ZigBee® radio installation of a domestic electric

system does not have any special system, and with the instructions of
requirements; It is enough to comply this page.
with the current regulations for the

Actuator Junction box

All the actuator devices are connected to the electric power line; for their installation, the installation requirements of
traditional devices apply.

All the radio controls are battery powered and are independent from the electric wiring. They can therefore be installed
anywhere, in flush mounted or wall mounted boxes.

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Modification of an existing system

Switch
Junction box

The existing electric system can be easily modified by adding radio devices, using already existing junction boxes and
conduits.

Radio Radio
control control
Radio
actuator

Junction box

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Installation of a BUS system

In creating a home automation devices are connected to the user to modify over the time without
system it will be necessary to take load using a more or less complex having to rewire most of the circuit
into account different factors based wiring setup. (for example in order to reach a new
on the installation features of a “BUS” Each function therefore requires control point).
system, such as the MyHOME system: electric connection; the more
The layout of the conduits;
„„ functions are included in the system,
The type of wiring;
„„ the more the circuits and the
The coexistence of cables inside
„„ complexity of the wiring.
the same conduit. As an example, shown here is the
In order to understand these electric diagram of an electric circuit
requirements, extensively outlined in used for switching on a lamp using 4
the following pages, it is important to control devices (two 4 way switches
understand the difference between a and two 2 way switches). As it can be
traditional and a BUS type system. seen, rather simple functions require
In a traditional system, all the control a complex type of wiring, difficult

Two-way switch Four-way switch Four-way switch Two-way switch

L
T
N

Junction box Junction box Junction box Junction box

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In a BUS system, the power line for An important simplification of the
„„ connection of the device in any
the powering of the load is separated wiring of the various control points point of the BUS;
from the control line, which is also offered by the use of one single A simplification of the installation
„„
independent from the functional cable (pair); of the conduits for the powering of
wiring. The possibility of adding or
„„ the loads.
With reference to the diagram shown changing the position of the
here, instead of traditional 2 way and control points through the
4 way switches, we have electronic L
T
devices connected, to actuator
N Switchboard actuators
devices for the control of the lamp
through a Telephone pair (BUS line).
In the diagram the actuators are
shown inside an electric distribution
BUS
board of the apartment, although
they can also be positioned inside
junction boxes, or, for some types, Control Control Actuator
device device
can also be installed inside the device
holder boxes, together with the
control devices. Junction box Junction box
BUS
This system configuration offers clear
advantages:

By sharing the same BUS pair, some of the Temperature control system system without requiring specific
MyHOME systems can perform and the Automation system; the additional wiring.
different functions based on common central unit and the probes connect Also the actuator for the control of
wiring. This is the case, for example, to the BUS line of the Automation the heating system solenoid valve is
connected to the Automation BUS
L
T
and shares the house switchboard
Switchboard actuators Temperature control central unit
N with the other actuators of the home
automation system.

BUS

Control Control Actuator

device device

Probe
Junction box
Temperature control
Junction box

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Type of wiring free structure wiring

Systems may be installed using two This type of wiring is normally used
different types of structures or modes in traditional distribution systems. selected with a suitable diameter
of distribution: However, in order to integrate to meet any current and future
Free structure
„„ MyHOME systems, it will be important system requirements.
Star structure
„„ to take into account the following The indications also apply to the
„„
The choice is based on installation indications during the design stage: installation of junction boxes,
needs, functions required The BUS path may be the same as
„„ which must be sized and placed in
(installation of the applications; the power line, using traditional positions that facilitate “parallel”
lighting, automation, burglar-alarm, covered trunking, surface mounted connection of the pair in more
video surveillance system, etc.), trunking, under floor systems, or sections of the system. In case of
wall limitation, and whether we are trunking installed behind the false motorized windows and shutters,
talking of refurbishments or new ceiling. This solution provides a ensure that the power services
buildings. With these modes it is reduction of both installation times and the Automation BUS pair also
possible to cover and create all the and masonry works. If the building reach the shutter boxes.
types of MyHOME systems. already has power system conduits
with diameter of no less than 20
mm, it will be possible to use these
for the sheathed BUS pair supplied
by BTicino, characterized by an
insulation voltage of 300/500 V.
In general, the conduits must be

Device

Junction box

Power supply

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"star" wiring
structure
This wiring is recommended when must take into account the following:
there is a requirement for integration In accordance with the structure
„„
of the data transmission system, of the building, position the
video door entry system, video “star center” in the barycenter
surveillance system, sound system, position in relation to the system.
telephone system, and TV/SAT If possible, install the switchboard
system inside one single conduit. in an appropriate service room or
The structure of the star wiring inside a storage, in order to avoid
consists of a central point called “star compromising the look of the
center” to which all the peripheral room.
branches of the various wiring Install the conduits with junction
„„
systems converge. As a rule, the “star boxes every 10 meters, for pulling
center” is made using a switchboard, the cable or for installing any
a flush or wall mounted distribution required signal amplifiers. For
board that groups all the active and the power system use dedicated
passive devices for the management conduits, the EDP/Telephone/
of the services, which, from the urban TV services may share the same
and building networks are taken conduits, which must have a
inside the apartment. minimum internal diameter of 18
The sizing of the star wiring system mm (recommended 20 mm).

Device

Junction box

Power supply

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Installation of a BUS system

The cables in the MyHOME system for the devices wiring are three:

BTICINO CABLE 336904 BTICINO CABLE L4669, BTICINO CABLE L4669S

and L4669HF and L4669/500 This cable has been specifically
For video systems, BTicino produces This cable has been designed for the designed for the installation of
a dedicated cable, 336904, made of 2 installation of BUS systems for the MyHOME burglar-alarm systems. This
twisted conductors with a section of following applications: Automation, cable can be used for the distribution
0.50 mm each. This cable ensures the
2
Energy management and of power supplies and operating
best performance of the video system Temperature control. This cable can signals. When using the 300/500
(greater distance between Entrance be used for the distribution of power insulated BUS cable, and the clamp
Panel and Handset, when compared supplies and operating signals. protection cover, with which all
to other cables). In addition, When using the 300/500 insulated devices are fitted, BTicino systems
contrarily to standard cables, which BUS cable, and the clamp protection may also be installed in the same
are not suitable for underground cover, with which all devices are boxes and conduits as the electric
installation, item 336904 may be fitted, BTicino systems may also power supply lines (230 Vac). LEVEL 1
installed underground in suitable be installed in the same boxes and classified systems.
conduits, as it complies with CEI conduits as the electric power supply Technical features
20-11 standards on cables for lines (230 Vac). SCS sheathed pair made up of
„„
underground installation. For applications in environments 2 flexible conductors, sheathed,
Item L4669HF is a low toxicity cable where greater regard for safety is twisted, unshielded for burglar-
without halogens, to be used in required use the cable L4669HF. alarm system
rooms where more attention to Technical features Insulation voltage: 300/500 V
„„
safety is required in case of fire. SCS sheathed pair made up of 2
„„ Compliant to CEI 46-5 and CEI 20-
„„
Technical features flexible conductors with twisted, 20 standards
SCS sheathed pair made up of 2
„„ unshielded sheath Coil length: 100 meters
„„
flexible conductors with twisted, Insulation voltage: 300/500 V
„„
unshielded sheath Compliant to CEI 46-5 and CEI 20-
„„
Insulation voltage: 450/750V
„„ 20 standards
Compliant to EN60811, EN50289,
„„ Coil length: - 100 meters
„„
EN60228, 50265-2-1, EN50395, ( L4669) - 500 meters (L4669/500) -
EN50396 200 meters (L4669HF)
Coil length: 200 meters
„„

GREY CABLE
L4669 L4669/500

WHITE CABLE RED CABLE

336904 L4669S

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 The following table enables selecting the right cable based on the MyHOME application.

MyHOME APPLICATIONS

TV/SAT IPTV TV/SAT comfort IPTV TV/SAT

TV/SAT
safety
TV/SATIPTV
IPTV
saving
TV/SATTV/SAT
TV/SAT
IPTV IPTV
IPTV
communication
TV/SAT
IPTV TV/SAT
IPTV
control
IPTV

TV/SAT
TV/SAT IPTV
IPTV

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termoregolazione
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automazione carichi
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antifurto
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controllo
termoregolazione
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sonorasonora controllo
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telephone system
Sound system

Video surveil-

Data network
entry system
lance system

Energy man-
Wire burglar
Automation

Temperature

Web Server
Video door

Integrated
agement
Lighting

TV/SAT
automazione
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control

alarm

video
BTicino 336904 and
L4669HT
(white) (*) (*) (*) (*) (*)

BTicino L4669 and

L4669/500,
(gray)

BTicino L4669S
(red)

BTicino L4668CM
UTP 5

Multi-pair UTP 5E
BTicino C9881U/5E
C9882U/5E

Telephone pair

RG6 cable

Cables recommended by BTicino(in accordance with installation regulations) Cables that may be used (for each system, the current installation regulations
must be checked)
NOTE (*): Compulsory for the underground sections of the individual systems

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Grouping cables recommended. However, in case of systems/MyHOME applications for

Although the construction of refurbishment, the cables for some which the cables may be grouped
the cables guarantees 300/500 applications may be installed inside in the same conduits as the power
V electric insulation, it does not the same conduits or pipes of the supply lines (however, under no
however guarantee immunity from traditional electric power supply circumstances they should be
disturbances that may occur if system. This solution results in installed in the same conduits as 380
they are installed inside the same important SAVINGS, both in terms of Vac power supply cables).
conduits as the 230 V power supply masonry work and costs.
cables. This type of installation is not The following table shows the

MyHOME APPLICATION GROUPING WITH POWER CABLES

Lighting / Automation YES
Comfort
Sound system NO
Burglar alarm YES
Safety
Video surveillance system *1
Saving Energy management YES
Video door entry system *1
Communication
Integrated telephone system/ Data network NO

Notes: * If the recommended cables are used for these systems, i.e. BTicino items, SAFETY is guaranteed in terms of electrical insulation. However, no guarantee is
provided for correct operation, due to possible disturbance that may occur if the MyHOME system cable is grouped with the electric power cables.

The light automation, shutters The separation of electric power

automation, temperature control, supply cables from signal cables
and energy management GREY BUS MUST also be ensured inside the
MAY be placed in the same conduit junction boxes and the electric
as the RED BUS of the burglar alarm distribution board.
CABLE L4669 system (in LEVEL 1 classified systems). Attention must therefore be paid
Together, they can also share the when presetting the conduit
CABLE 336904 same conduits and boxes as the entrances of the junction boxes and
electric power cables. the electric distribution board.

The video door entry system and

sound system WHITE BUS may be
placed in the same conduit with the
data transmission, telephone system
and TV-SAT signal cables, but must
be separated from the electric power
supply cables.

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SELECTION AND SIZING OF THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE CEI 306-
CONDUITS 2 STANDARDS (*)
Inside the home, cables must be In the sizing of the conduits the 2. 1 piping with minimum diameter
placed inside protective conduits CEI 306-2 standards recommend to of 18 mm for the conduits connecting
made of insulating material, allow for any future requirements of the star center to the device holding
embedded in floors, walls or ceilings. advanced wiring systems. boxes. In the case of "exposed"
For garages and cellars, due to For the realization of conduits to conduits, trunkings of similar capacity
the difficulty in embedding the and from the star center the said may also be used.
components in the walls (garage walls Standards recommend that the 3. 1 piping of suitable diameter for
normally made of solid concrete, and following is installed: the installation of 1 cable for the
often less than 10 cm wall thickness 1. 1 piping with minimum diameter terrestrial TV system and up to 8
in cellars), it is preferable to leave 38 mm for the connection of the cables for the connection of the star
conduits and boxes exposed. The Star center to the infrastructure of center to the terrestrial TV antennas
path of the conduits must take into the common section of the building, and satellite TV dishes.
account the possibility of cables or the access point of the various
connecting different systems. services (telephone system, power
For the installation of flush mounted supply, central TV antenna).
components, corrugated tubes of
different colors should be used. 1
This will make installation and
Ø ≥ 38 mm
individuation of the system easier. It
is recommended that only conduits
with a minimum diameter of 25 mm
are used. Telephone system
Energy
TV Star center distribution board
Automation
Energy
Temperature control
Energy management
2

Burglar alarm
Ø ≥ 18 mm

Telephone system

Data network Star center distribution board

TV/SAT
Video door entry system
Sound system
3
Data network
TV/SAT

Note (*): CEI 306-2. Guide for telecommunication

and multimedia distribution wiring inside residential
TV Star center distribution board
buildings.
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Automation system – gray BUS cable

TYPE OF LOADS TO MANAGE

The knowledge of the loads to be controlled, for both the light point and the shutters motor etc., is essential for the proper
choice of the type of actuator to be used.
The parameters for the selection are the following:
type of load to be controlled (light point or shutters and curtains electric motor);
„„
management mode (ON/OFF, Dimmer, timed switch off, monostable UP/DOWN, etc.).
„„

To make a functional installation, i.e. based on a good compromise between cost and performance in terms of contacts
current capacity, choose devices taking into account the table below.

single Light Point

1-point control

% COSTS
100 BMSW1002

F411/1N

BMSW1003

50 F411/2
BMSW1005

L4671/1
F411/4
LN4671M2

10

10 50 100
% PERFORMANCE

Note: The table shows as an example the range of actuators for the ON/OFF functions. The economic evaluation for the
actuators in DIN modularity also takes account of the control device coupled. For technical details refer to the corresponding
technical sheets.

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ACTUATORS SELECTION TABLE
Actuators Type

Energy saving LED lamps Linear fluorescent Compact fluorescent Electronic Ferromagnetic Motor reducers for
incandescent and lamps lamps transformers transformers rolling shutters
halogen lamps

LN4671M2

L4671/1

LN4661M2 F401

F411/1N

F411/2

F411/4

BMSW1002

BMSW1003

BMSW1005

BMDI1001

F413N

F414
(*) (*)
F415

F416U1

F417U2

F418

F429

Table legend: the load to be controlled is indicated for each actuator according to the following criteria:
device with performance suitable for use
device with adequate but limited performance; it is recommended to use devices with higher characteristics.
device not suitable for the load indicated

Note (*) : the loads must be dimmable.

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DEVICES LAYOUT (POWER SUPPLIES AND ACTUATORS)

DEPENDING ON THE ROOM

Follow these recommendations:

1, 2 or 3 rooms: it is appropriate to centralize the DIN actuators layout in the electric/home distribution board and
„„
distribute the flush mounted actuators.
more than 3 rooms: centralize and, where appropriate, distribute the actuators in junction boxes. Select the shutters
„„
actuator preferably "flush mounted".
more floors: provide an electric distribution board for each floor where to centralize the actuators. Where appropriate
„„
install the actuators in junction boxes.

In addition to the above recommendations, the centralized or distributed layout of the products must be chosen taking into
account also the cost and functionality factors.

In the following table it is possible to evaluate the advantages of the two installation types in relation to the initial wiring
complexity, to the maintenance phases, to the cost and flexibility of the system, understood as the possibility of making
changes to the existing wiring.

Type of system Elements to evaluate

Wiring Maintenance Cost Flexibility
Central control S V S V
V = advantageous
Distributed V S V S S = disadvantageous

L
T
N Switchboard actuators

BUS

Control Control
device device

Central control installation: Junction box

BUS
the actuators are grouped
in the electric distribution board

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 Temperature control
Power Supplies central unit

L
T
N

Actuator

Control Control
device device

Probe Junction box

Junction box
Temperature control

Distributed installation: the actuators, such as the control devices are installed in the device-holder or junction boxes.

It is recommended to use a distributed wiring and choose flush mounted actuators with local control for the management
of motorized curtains and for the management of the bathroom mirror lamp and bedroom table lamp.

Energy
cable
M
230V Cable

Flush mounted
Flush mounted actuator
actuator with
local control Power cable
and Automation bus

Power cable Junction

and Automation bus box

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Choice and layout of control devices

With MyHOME it is possible to choose

the control device that meets all
customer needs. The range consists
of devices with pushbutton control,
touch, glass with capacitive sensors.
Touch screen with OLED screen is
available for advanced applications
and dimensions of 1.2", 3.5" and 10".

Touch controls
Local Display

Pushbutton control

MyHOME_Screen 3.5

MyHOME_Screen 10

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The MyHOME control devices positioning follows the same criteria as for the traditional control devices such as switch, two-
way switch, etc.

For information only, the suggested positioning of the aforementioned control devices are shown.

MyHOME_Screen 10
6

4
3

Video Display

2
MyHOME_Screen 3.5

4
Scenario control
3

Lighting general
Lighting control
control
Local display day area

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POSITIONING OF CONDUITS

Comply with the following installation requirements:

Light automation system

1 2

Power cable
Dimmer actuator
in the electric distribution
M board

Power and Automation

BUS cables

Power and Automation

BUS cables

1. if the requirement for the room is that the load is box towards the load
controlled from one point only (flush mounted actuator 2. if a load with light intensity adjustment is required
with control), the conduit will be directed from the junction (DIMMER), the actuator will be positioned in the electric

3 Power and Automation BUS 4

cables

Control box
Control box

BUS
Automation Actuation box

distribution board and the conduit will be as above. the load to the same box or electric distribution board.
3. if the requirement for the room is that there should be 4. in case of a load connected to a controlled socket (e.g.
various loads controlled from several points (DIN actuator bedside cabinet lamp or floor lamp in the living room) with
in plug-in box or distribution board.), the conduit will be Basic actuator, the conduit will go through the actuation
directed from the junction box towards the box, and from and control junction boxes.

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Shutter automation system

5
M

Power and Automa-

tion BUS cables
Flush mounted
actuator

Power and Automation

BUS cables

5. If a shutter automation system is required, the conduit

will go from the junction box to the load.

In order to facilitate the composition of multiple devices with dimensions of 2 modules, it is recommended to install modular
device-holder boxes for at least 4 modules. Any excess space can be advantageously used for future expansion of the system
(adding scenarios controls, etc.) or integration of home automation systems not included in the initial phase.

It is also advised to leave space available in the most suitable location, with the exception of the interior of the DIN
switchboard for the installation of a SCS/ZigBee interface, which is useful for the system extension by using battery-powered
ZigBee radio control devices.

Warning:
Local display and touch screen devices must be installed preferably at a height of 1.6 m above the floor. This height is
reduced to 1.2 m if the devices are intended for people with disabilities or handicapped.

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Temperature control system – gray BUS cable

The MyHOME temperature control system can be installed:

When the system is preset Bathroom

for zone management Kitchen

Bedroom
A system is preset for zone
management when the solenoid
valves for the management of
each zone can be installed on the
distribution collector.

Hall
Living room

Solenoid valve Collector

A system is divided into Zones with radiant panel heating

Bedroom
Kitchen Collector

Bathroom Living room

Box

When the solenoid valves used are:

The solenoid valves that „„with open/close contacts The MyHOME temperature MyHOME temperature control
manage the zones can be of (see Fig. 2) control system can also manage system; they need an external
three types: „„with open/close contacts the circulation pumps (see Fig. 4). central unit, supplied by the
„„with ON/OFF contacts 0÷10 V WARNING: The proportional manufacturer of radiant heating
(see Fig. 1) (see Fig. 3) mixing valves cannot be panel systems (see Fig. 5).
managed directly from the

1 2 3 4 5

YES YES YES YES

M

M M
0÷10

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In systems with:

Radiators Fan-coil Radiant panels

With systems of:

Bathroom
Heating Cooling Both
Kitchen Bedroom

In central heating
systems with distribution
collector for each home
In central heating systems where
Hall
each Home is fitted with its own
distribution collector, it is possible to: Living room
by installing a meter on the
„„
collector input, measure the
amount of heat used;
by installing solenoid valves, to
„„ Bathroom
manage the different zones of the
Kitchen Bedroom
Home.

Hall
Distribution
collector
Living room

Zone
solenoid valves

Example of central heating system split into zones,

Meter for several apartments.
Central
boiler
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Temperature control system – gray BUS cable

DEVICE SELECTION

The knowledge of the system to be managed is fundamental for the correct choice of the sensors and actuators. In this case it
is necessary to interface with the technician and/or plumber who must implement the system to share the following design
information:
type of system: radiators, fan-coil (2 pipe, 4-pipe, n. speed) or radiant floor panels, presence of Splitter for Air Conditioning.
„„
If the system will be integrated with HVAC systems, ask technical support to the branch office.
solenoid valves amount and features: ON/OFF or Open/Close type;
„„
number and characteristics of the circulation pumps or consents for boiler switch on, chiller or as inputs for meter devices.
„„
the type of the probes, amount depending on the areas, type of system and the need or not to adjust the temperature by
„„
local control knob.

CENTRAL UNIT SELECTION

The knowledge of the number of areas of the house, for which the differentiated temperature control is required,
allows to choose the central unit to be used:

Possible functions PROBE 1 zone central unit 4 zone central unit 99 zone central unit

C
CC OK
OK
OK

OK
OK
OK
H/LN4691 (*) HC/HS/L/N/NT4695, AM5875 CLEAR
CLEAR
CLEAR

11 1 22 2
ABC
ABCABC
33 3
DEF
DEFDEF

44 4
GHI
GHI GHI
55 5
JKL
JKL JKL
66 6
MNO
MNOMNO

77 7
PQRS
PQRS
PQRS
88 8
YUV
YUVYUV
99 9
WXVZ
WXVZ
WXVZ

00 0

3550

Maximum number of zones managed by the device 1 4 99

Note (*) : if used alone, the probe works only as a thermostat as it does not mange the time profiles.

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Probes selection

type of system probe

-2 -1 -2 -1

-3

-3
+1 OF +1 OF
F F

+2

+2
+3

+3
H/LN4691 HC/HS4692 HC/HS4692FAN HC/HS4685
L/N/NT4692 L/N/NT4692FAN L/N/NT4685

To be used together with probe

HC/HS4693, L/N/NT4693 or
with external probe 3457

HC/HS4693
L/N/NT4693
Radiators or Radiant panels

Normal Fan-coil

CLIMAVENETA Fan-coil

0÷10 Valve

0÷10

Recommendations:
For the probes installation take into account
the following recommendations:
provide a probe for each zone to be controlled; if the environment has extended surface
„„
match a probe in "slave" configuration.
position the probes at a height of approximately 1.5 m, away from areas that may affect
„„
the reading of the room temperature, such as nearby windows, fan-coils, or radiators.
Avoid installation in perimeter walls.
Do not place devices that heat up near the probes.
„„

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Actuators selection

type of system actuator

F430/2 F430/4 F430R8 F430R3V10 F430V10 3456 Interface

1 21 32 43 4 1 21 32 43 54 5
1 2 13 24 3 4 1 2 31 42 53 4 5
P SCS
ZA/A
ART. F430/2
ART. F430/2 ART. F430/4
ART. F430/4 ZB/PL
N
M
ART. F430/FP
ART. F430/FP

C1 C1
C2 C2 C1 C1
C2 C2
C3 C3
C4 C4

TX-IR

Radiators or Radiant panels

Fan-coil 2 tubes with

ON/OFF valves

2 o 4 pipes with
3-point
ON/OFF valves

2 or 4 pipes
with 0÷10 propor-
tional valves

0÷10 Valve

0÷10

Splitter

protect the actuators relay outputs with a 10A m thermal magnetic device.

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Layout of solenoid valves and
actuators in radiant heating panel systems Solenoid valve Junction
The typical installation requires the positioning of all actuators 1 2 3 4
1 2 3

C1 C2
4

ART.F430/2
1 2 3 4
1 2 3

C1 C2
4

ART.F430/2
1 2 3 4
1 2 3

C1 C2
4

ART.F430/2
1 2 3 4
1 2 3

C1 C2
4

ART.F430/2
box

solenoid valves on the collector, grouped inside a box in

the boiler room. In multi-floor buildings, this solution may
be repeated at every floor. In both cases it is recommended Hydraulic
collector
that also all actuators, available in the DIN module are
grouped inside a switchboard installed the collector box. Zone
solenoid valve
In radiant panel systems, the water three-way mixing valve
is not controlled by the MyHOME system but by a specific
Box
central unit supplied by the manufacturer.

Installation of the solenoid valve inside 2 pipe fan-coils

Layout of solenoid valves and actuators
in systems with fan-coil
In fan-coil systems the solenoid valve can be installed
M
inside the fan-coil itself. In 2 pipe systems the solenoid
valve is only one for both heating and cooling
functions. In 4 pipe systems, 2 separate solenoid valves Installation of the solenoid valve inside 4 pipe fan-coils
are used, one for the heating and the other for the
cooling function.

Gateway Systems with fan-coil model Idrorelax CLIMAVENETA do not require

M
solenoid valves and corresponding control actuators, but only
the installation of a specific Gateway device inside each fan-coil,
connected to the temperature control system by the GREY BUS cable.
BUS Take this factor into account in the construction of the BUS system of
the whole system.

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Consumption display and load management system – gray

BUS cable

Device selection criteria:

1. Type of functions to manage 2. Type of data displayed

anti black-out loads control and diagnostics only;
„„ electricity consumption and production
„„
display of produced and consumed energy;
„„ gas consumption
„„
both functions.
„„ hold/cold water consumption
„„
calories/frigories consumed by meter with pulse output
„„
placed on the collector of the temperature control
system.

3. Load forcing mode

local, using the button on the flush mounted actuator
„„
combined with the controlled power socket

Socket Actuator

centralized, through the use of DIN actuators

„„
installed in the electric distribution board or
junction boxes, and status management/display
using Load Control Panel, Local Display and
Touch Screen.

Local Display

DIN Actuator

Load control panel

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4. System control mode and energy produced/consumed display
Regardless of the system functions it is possible to choose different user interfaces for central control.
Refer to the table below for the choice of the devices.

Possible functions devices

Bus Load control 16A Actuator with 16A actuator Flush mounted Pulse counter Load control panel
meter central unit current probe 16A actuator interface

HC/HD/HS4672N 3522N HC/HD/HS4673

L/N/NT4672N L/N/NT4673
F521 F522 F523
F520
Display

Load control

Diagnostics

Possible devices
functions
Local display and MyHOME_Screen 3.5 MyHOME_Screen 10 Energy data MyHOME portal
Energy display logger

MyHOME_Web

HC/HD/HS4685
L/N/NT4685

H/HW4890 MH4892
TIME
LN4890A MH4893 F524
AM4890
H4710
LN4710
Energy display

Display 1)

Load control
Diagnostics
NOTE 1): the information collected can be viewed through an Ethernet connection to the device and using a Web Browser.

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Consumption display and load management system – gray

BUS cable

TYPE OF WIRING

The choice of the load management mode (forced re-activation in the case of disconnection) and the energy consumption
display mode, determine the characteristics of the electric wiring.

Load management:
if flush mounted actuators are used in combination with power sockets, make a distributed BUS wiring to reach the
„„
devices in the corresponding device-holder boxes.

Switchboard

Power cable
BUS cable

Switchboard

Junction box

Power cables and

automation BUS
Power cables and
automation BUS

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 if DIN actuators grouped in the central unit are used, provide the BUS wiring where the central control and display devices
„„
will be installed (load control panel, Local display, Touch screen, etc.). The dedicated line (phase conductor and neutral) will
derive from each actuator in the switchboard, for the corresponding socket of the load to be controlled.

Power cable
Switchboard
with DIN actuators
BUS cable

Load control panel

Switchboard

Load
control
panel

BUS cable

Junction box
Power cables

Power cables

Power cables and

automation BUS

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Consumption display and load management system – gray

BUS cable

Energy consumption display: intended for every pulse counter toroid, for each electric line for
for the water, gas and heat
„„ interface used and positioned in which it is required to display its
consumption data display wiring, the vicinity of the meter device consumption.
make a distributed BUS wiring with pulse output. Similarly to the load control system
for the energy consumption
„„ with actuators in the switchboard
Switchboard
display group the metering provide the BUS wiring where
devices to the DIN module the central display devices will be
in the switchboard. Provide installed (Local display, Touch screen,
energy meters, with respective etc.).

BUS

Pulse counter Pulse counter

interface interface Opto isolated output
for metering central
units

Consumption diagram

Water meter
with pulse output
Gas meter
with pulse output

Switchboard
Pulse counter Pulse counter
interface interface

Touch
Screen

Junction box Gas meter

Water meter

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Produced energy displaying: Photovoltaic Solar thermal
panel panel
With the same procedure described
in the previous paragraphs, installing
electricity meters in the switchboard
coupled to photovoltaic and/or
solar thermal systems, it is possible
to display the amount of electricity
produced.

Hot water meter

Inverter LAN network with pulse output

Electricity
meter Energy
Data Logger

Pulse counter
interface

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Burglar-alarm system – red BUS cable

ELEMENTS TO EVALUATE FOR THE SELECTION:

For the selection of items to consider the two types of system achievable:
basic protection system of perimeter and/or volumetric type;
„„
full protection system, that in addition to basic protection, provides services at the occurrence of an intrusion event,
„„
such as sending messages by phone from the central unit communicator or from the MyHOME_Web portal and/or the
activation of automated systems (home lights switching on).

Type of house to protect

The characteristics of the home determine the choice of the protections (volumetric, perimeter and/or mixed) and the
number of zones in which to divide the system. The following table shows some recommendations depending on the type of
home.

PROTECTION N° of ROOMS N° of ZONES PROTECTED ACCESSES

ROOM
Perimeter Volumetric Perimeter Volumetric
1, perimeter Entrance door,
2
Ground floor apartment, 1, volumetric windows and balcony Day area and
at 1st or last floor 2, perimeter night area
More than 2 As above
2, volumetric
1, perimeter
2 Entrance door Hall
Generic apartment with windows and Only for the home 1, volumetric
unaccessible balconies entrance 1, perimeter
More than 2 As above Hall and day area
2, volumetric
Main entrance and
Day area,
Independent house or villa on several 2 or more, perimeter secondary door,
different night area,
floors 2 or more, volumetric windows, balconies,
cellar and garage
garage

Central unit 4601 Central unit 3486

for managing up to 4 zones for managing up to 8 zones

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Design approach methodology: basic protection and full protection

In addition to the criteria listed on the previous page, the approach to a new MyHome Burglar-alarm system design, at layout
level, can be carried out according to the degree of protection offered by the system:
Basic protection: i.e. based on the essential protection of the house by means of magnetic contacts on entrance doors
„„
and windows, on the use of one or more IR sensors for volumetric protection and an external siren.
Full protection: in addition to the features described above, the system offers additional functions such as alarm signal
„„
even with internal sirens, sending phone messages and activation of automation scenarios through integration with other
MyHOME systems.

For the selection of the devices refer to the following table; for detailed information relating to the devices refer to the
Burglar-alarm section of this guide.

TYPE OF PROTECTION
Devices Base Selection criteria Complete Selection criteria
Central unit Type 3485B Managing up to 4 zones and Type 3485, 3486 and 3485STD Managing up to 8 zones and
(3) 36 sensors. 72 sensors.
Connection of one or two Sending alarm messages by
magnetic contacts for PSTN and PSTN/GSM network.
perimeter protection. Customizing the access keys
and the areas to be protected.
Activation of Automation
scenarios.
Volumetric sensors Basic IR sensors Protection of rooms with no IR Sensors 4610, 4611 type Improved reliability against
4611B and N4640B type critical false alarms and IR+MW 4613 false alarms. Sending
Automation control.
Siren 1 external siren or 1 indoor Basic signaling 2 sirens on opposite sides and Enhanced acoustic signaling.
siren (1) 1 internal siren Ideal for isolated homes.
Contact interfaces 1 interface for more contacts Managing up. 2 perimeter Multiple interfaces for all Flexible management of
lines 2) contacts perimeter protection and
facilitated recognition of the
violated area
IR barriers for windows IR barriers 3518/50/150 and Increase the degree of
3519 type protection of doors and
windows
Devices for arming/disarm- Burglar-alarm central unit, Plant management from a Keyboard connectors with System management from
ing the system using the corresponding single point of the house. or without display and/ multiple points of the house.
keyboard and/or badge or transponder connectors The central unit is hidden to
transponder installed at the entrance and strangers.
in other rooms of the house.
Radio remote control with Management of the system
receiver interface from the garage or from
outside

Note 1): Choose internal siren only if the external siren is not allowed for local regulations or if is a source of nuisance to the neighborhood.
Note 2): If the 3485B or 3485STD central unit is selected, it is possible to use the internal contact for the protection of the entrance door and
to use one or more contact interfaces for windows.
Note 3): for the selection of the central unit, of PSTN or PSTN/GSM type, check availability of the telephone line.
If the PSTN wire-line is not available, use the PSTN/GSM interface item 3489GSM
or choose the central unit with GSM telephone connection.

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Burglar-alarm system – red BUS cable

POSITIONING OF CONDUITS

Regardless of the project, keep in mind the following requirements when preparing the system layout:

Electric Outdoor
distribution siren
board

for the connection between

„„
the switchboard that contains
Burglar-alarm
BUS the burglar-alarm power supply
and each outdoor siren, install a
dedicated conduit.

2 pair cables
for magnetic contacts
Electric
distribution 2 pair
board cable for
magnetic
contacts

Burglar-alarm BUS

in small apartments (max. 2 rooms) install the contact interfaces in the

„„
switchboard and then lay out the conduits for the corresponding contact
lines.

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for magnetic contacts
2 pair
cable for
magnetic
contacts

Burglar-alarm BUS

in apartments with more rooms or villa on several floors lay out separate direct conduits in junction boxes where to install
„„
the contact interfaces (Basic module or modular DIN).

Radio contacts
for window
Contacts Radio contacts
Radio 2 pair cables for window for window
sensor for magnetic contacts

radio/wire
interface

Burglar-alarm BUS

if, due to architectural constraints, it is not possible

„„
to wire the BUS cable, use radio volumetric and perimeter
sensors in conjunction with the specific radio/wire interface connected to
the BUS.

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Sound system – white BUS cable

ELEMENTS TO EVALUATE FOR THE SELECTION:

The system design must be carried out jointly considering the following factors:

1. Design of the project: of functional or economic type.

2. Type of room: residential or service sector (Offices, doctor’s surgery, shops, etc.).

3. System features:
basic stereo type with 1 single sound source, in this case the system will be single channel stereo and the sound source
„„
will diffuse the music in all environments;
with two or more sound sources: in this case the system is multichannel stereo: different sound sources simultaneously
„„
diffuse the music in several rooms.
The system, without the installation of specific devices can be easily integrated with other MyHOME applications such as
2-WIRE video door entry system.

Design approach methodology: functional or economic.

FUNCTIONAL: that is based on a good compromise between cost and functionality in which he main priority is selecting
which functions to include, and the possibility of making the system ready for future expansion is also taken into account.
ECONOMIC: that is based on the cost of the system creation. It does not preclude the use of different potentials offered by
the home automation system but provides for example, the use of devices of different types (lower cost), without taking into
account future expansion of the system.

Flush mounted diffuser

Flush mounted amplifier

TYPE OF ROOM.

To ensure a correct setting of the work, it is

fundamental to have a layout of the environment
to evaluate, depending on the amplitude, the
following elements:
- Type and amount of loudspeakers;
- Amount of amplifiers.
- Control devices type and position.

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For an "indicative" sizing of the system depending on the environment to be covered by the sound system, refer to the
following table. The number and type of items are defined considering environments such as (4-room apartments or
medium/large villa with 4 rooms to be covered by the sound system arranged over 1 or 2 floors).

Room System elements

Sound sources (2) Amplifiers Loudspeakers (1) Local control devices Functions
Apartment N° 1 radio turner F500N From 2 to 4 type 4562 N° 2 wall mounted L4567 Using the buttons on the Diffusion of the music
flush mounted or flush mounted L4565 amplifiers signal picked up from the
for each amplifier Hi-Fi system
Small house N° 1 stereo control L4561, N° 4 4562 flush mounted N° 2 L4565 flush mounted, - Using the buttons on the Diffusion of 2 sound
N° 1 FM tuner item F500N and N° 2 F502 for each amplifier 4562 flush mounted amplifiers; sources (Hi-Fi and
and a Touch Screen H/HW/ and N° 2 flush mounted - Touch screen H4684 radio FM). Centralized
LN/AM4890 - LN4890A H4570, for amplifier F502 - one or more special management of the
controls 4651M2 system by Touch screen.
configured for Sound Management from
System. several points using flush
- Local Display 4891 mounted control devices.
Large villa ar- N° 1 stereo control L4561, N° 16 DIN devices F502 N° 32 wall mounted L4567 - Using the buttons on the Diffusion of 2 sound
ranged on 2 or N° 1 FM turner item or F503 with graphical amplifiers; sources (Hi-Fi and FM
more floors F500N, display - N° 1 Touch screen H/HW/ radio) and the possibility
N° 1 RCA input 4560, LN/AM4890 - LN4890A or of a third sound source
N° 1 MyHOME_Screen N° 1 MyHOME_Screen 10 (MP3 player or similar).
3,5 H/HW/LN/AM4890 art. H4892/93; Multichannel: in every
- LN4890A or MyHOME_ - Local Display 4891 room it is possible to hear
Screen 10 item H4892/93 the desired sound source.
(2) Centralized management
of the system by Touch
screen.
Doctor’s surgery N° 1 RCA input 4560, N° 2, 4562 flush mounted N° 2, wall mounted L4567 N° 1 or 2 special controls Diffusion of the music
in visiting rooms for each amplifier. 4651M2 configured for signal picked up from the
N° 1 DIN F502 in the Sound System; Hi-Fi system.
waiting room - one or more Local
displays 4891
Restaurant N° 1 stereo control L4561, N° 9 DIN F502 N° 2, wall mounted L4567 N° 1 or 2 special controls Diffusion of 2 sound
N° 1 RCA input 4560, for each amplifier. 4651M2 specifically sources (Hi-Fi and MP3
configured for Sound reader).
System. Use of Touch Screen to
- N° 1 Touch screen H4684 manage every amplifier
- one or more Local and for the activation of
displays 4891 listening scenarios with
different sound levels
for each room of the
restaurant.
Note 1): As an alternative to the loudspeakers provided by BTicino, it is possible to use any loudspeaker with an impedance from 8 to 16 ohms and a
power not less than 70Wrms.
Note 2): MyHOME_Screen 3.5 and the MyHOME_Screen 10 touch device are advanced devices that can handle multimedia content in USB devices
and SD card and devices and in LAN network (listening to MP3s or web radio stations).

Local display:
Ceiling mounted diffuser
touch screen control for management of
amplifiers, on/off control, volume, radio station

Stereo amplifier

Special control:
management of
amplifiers, on/off
control, volume, radio
station and CD track
selection; design
complemented by
appropriate key covers
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Sound system – white BUS cable

For the system layout keep in mind the following guidelines:

Loudspeaker Loudspeaker
basic stereo system with a sound
„„
source: the installation will include
a compact DIN power supply item
346030 inside the switchboard
from which will derive the BUS ON ON

Amplifier Amplifier
wiring for the amplifiers.
OFF OFF

Line
terminator

Switchboard

Sound source
Audio/video
PRI mixer
346030
PRI: 220 - 240V~
185-175mA
50/60Hz
SCS A-V 27Vdc
SCS 600mA

SCS A-V SCS

Compact
power supply
Radio tuner

Loudspeaker

single-channel stereo system with a sound source

„„
and video door entry functions: in the switchboard
Handset
install an audio/video mixer F441 and any sound
sources module DIN (F502 radio tuner or stereo
control L4561N). ON

Amplifier
OFF

Line
To other terminator
amplifiers

Sound source Switchboard

Power supply
Radio tuner Entrance panel
Audio/video
node

SCS

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 multichannel stereo system with two or more sound sources and video door entry functions:
„„
in the switchboard install an audio/video matrix F441M and any DIN module sound source
(radio tuner F502 or stereo control L4561N.).

Loudspeaker

Amplifier

To other
amplifiers
Line
terminator

Switchboard
Entrance panel
Power supply
Matrix or audio/
video node

Radio tuner Stereo control

Stereo

Source 3

Source 1
Source 4
Source 2

230Vac

If flush mounted loudspeakers H4570 are used in place of ceiling

loudspeakers, the DIN F502 amplifiers can be installed conveniently in the
back of the diffuser.

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Video door entry system – white BUS cable

Foreword: these pages describe only the one-family 2-wire video door entry systems that integrate easily in the MyHOME
system through common devices sharing, such as audio video node item F441 and the F441M multichannel matrix already
planned for the Sound system.

ELEMENTS TO EVALUATE FOR THE SELECTION:

With the products in the 2-wire Video door

entry system range it is possible to create
systems with basic functions up to systems
with advanced features, resulting from
integration with other MyHOME systems.
For the project it is essential to define the
following elements:

Amount and type of audio/video

„„
handsets based on their features and
installation method (flush mounted,
surface):
MyHOME_Screen 10
item MH4892 (black) and MH4893 (white)

Axolute video display

Polyx memory display

Overview of advanced devices with speakerphone and con menu Nighter/Whice series, Axolute, Axolute Etèris and Polyx memory prepared for
managing home automation applications such as Temperature control, Automation, Scenarios, and Burglar-alarm system.

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If the MyHOME system is provided with central control of all the home automation functions using the MyHOME_Screen 10 touch
device, it can be used in place of a video handset as it is prepared to answer video door entry system calls, view images transmitted
from the entrance panel or from the cameras and control the electric lock.

Side buttons for video

door entry functions

Wall mounted
entrance panel
Outdoor SFERA

Definition of the entrance panel,

„„
depending on aesthetics, on the
installation method, function Entrance panel
16A actuator
(audio only or audio/video with
color or B/W camera):

Video surveillance system function:

In addition to the video door entry functions it is possible to
integrate in the system one or more flush mounted and/or external
cameras to control the environments using
the entrance panel or the Multimedia
Cameras with
MyHOME_Screen 10 as front cover plates
external monitor or cameras
and control the electric lock.

Outdoor camera

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Video door entry system – white BUS cable

The installation of DIN devices (power supply, audio video node, etc.) must be carried out inside a switchboard from which
derive, with "star" system, the BUSes for connecting the entrance panels, the handset and any cameras for video surveillance.
For applications where there are multiple devices, it is possible to connect them "in parallel" on the same BUS by "in-out"
connection.

Switchboard

Audio/video node Power supply

PRI
N NF

346000 CEBEC
PRI 230 V~ 50 - 60 Hz 260 mA
BUS
}
2 - 1 27V 1,2A IP30

Video handset Video handset

Apartment entrance panel

Outdoor camera

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The above applies even if the video door entry
system is integrated with the Sound system with
Loudspeaker
which it shares the use of the audio/video node
F441 or the multichannel matrix F441M.

Amplifier

To other
amplifiers
Line
terminator

Switchboard
Entrance panel
Power supply
Matrix or audio/
video node

Radio tuner Stereo control

Stereo

Source 3

Source 1
Source 4
Source 2

230Vac

If flush mounted loudspeakers H4570 are used in place of ceiling

loudspeakers, the DIN F502 amplifiers can be installed conveniently in the
back of the diffuser.

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System integration

Thanks to the integration between

the BUSes of the various systems, it is
possible to achieve advanced home
automation functions and perform
the centralized management of the
MyHOME system. The integration is 1 2
possible through the use of special
interfaces which are placed inside the
electrical panel next to other devices
(power supplies, actuators etc.).
The following image shows the main
devices for the above setup. 3 4 5

6
7
Video door entry system
entrance panel

8 9

10

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 TV/SAT IPTV

IPTV Light/Shutter Automation

LEGEND
1. E46ADCN power supply for 3. F422 interface for the integration
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TV/SAT the poweringIPTV
of the Automation, of the burglar-alarm and automation

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Temperature
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systems.
Temperature control management systems. 4. F422 interface for the integration
IPTV
2. E46ADCN power supply for the of the video door entry system and
Energy management powering of the burglar-alarm the automation system.
TV/SAT
system. 5. F454 web IPTV
server for local and
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Burglar alarm
and the LAN network of the home
automation functions.
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energia luci
IPTV
tvcc www irrigazione
6. 346000 power supply for the
powering of the video door entry
Video door entry system
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system and the sound system.
TV/SAT IPTV
7. F441M audio/video multichannel
Sound system matrix for integration and
distribution of the signals of the
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video door entry system and the
sound system.
8. F551 switch for the distribution of
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a LAN network to four different RJ45
sockets.
TV/SAT IPTV
9. F552 power supply for the
Data Network powering of the switch.
10. ADSL modem/router for the
connection to the Internet network of
the MyHOME system using the web
server item F454.
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In addition to the devices described,
the MyHOME system can also be
integrated with systems of a different
technology and communication
IPTV
protocol, such as DALI and KONNEX,
Telephone Line ADSL line (Internet) using the devices shown. For more
details refer to the section “SYSTEM

TV/SAT INTEGRATION AND CONTROL" of this

IPTV
guide.

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System integration

The integration between the various MyHOME systems allows to realize:

advanced functions, resulting from the interaction between the various devices;
„„
activation of scenarios;
„„
the of local and/or remote supervision of all home automation functions using various control devices described in the
„„
next chapter.

By way of example, the following table shows some advanced functions obtainable by the integration of two or more systems
with the methods described below. For each example, see the drawing with the simplified scheme.

Example of Integrated systems Function

integration
1 Automation and Temperature Control systems Activation of scenarios with lights switching on, shutters movement and room temperature
adjustment.
1A Automation, Energy management and As above - with the possibility of displaying consumption and managing the loads.
Temperature control
2 Automation, Sound system and Temperature Activation of scenarios with lights switching on, shutters movement, room temperature
control adjustment and background music.
3 Video door entry system and Sound system Automatic and temporary silencing of the music diffused in the house after a call and
subsequent video door entry communication.
Possibility to send voice messages through the loudspeakers of the Sound system.
4 Automation and Burglar-alarm system Automatic switch on of lights following the detection of an intruder. Automatic switch off or
switch on of lights or automations for arming/disarming the Burglar-alarm system.
5 Burglar-alarm system and Video door entry Automatic display with handsets or MyHOME_Screen 10 Touch of the images transmitted
system from the cameras associated with the alarm zones, when it is in alarm.

Example N. 1A:
The integration is made easily without any special wiring setup; it can be
Lights System and Automation
made at the first installation or later, in different ways:

A. Integration from sharing the same BUS wiring. The different systems such
as Automation, Temperature Control and Energy management are natively
integrated as the corresponding devices are installed on the same BUS
cable (gray cable item L4669).
GRAY BUS cable item L4669

Sound
Example N. 1: Temperature
Sound control
Lights System and Automation Temperature control

Sound
Energy
management

GRAY BUS cable item L4669

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B. Integration from sharing
Example N. 3: Audio video node Sound
the same wiring with the use system

of system devices such as the

audio video Node item F441 and
the multichannel matrix item
F441M. This mode applies to the
Sound
integration of the Sound system Video door entry system WHITE BUS cable WHITE BUS cable
item 336904 item 336904
with the Video door entry system.

Sound Sound
Multichannel matrix Sound system
Video door entry system

C. Integration of systems with different BUSes. This mode is achieved by connecting the systems to each other throughSCS/SCS
interface item F422 which can be easily installed inside the DIN switchboard of the home automation system.

Example N. 2:
Sound Sound Sound
Lights System and Automation Temperature control Video door entry system Sound system
OUT

ART.F422

GRAY BUS cable item L4669 WHITE BUS cable item 336904

Example N. 4: Example N. 5: Sound

Video door entry
Lights System and Automation Burglar Alarm System Burglar Alarm System system
OUT OUT

ART.F422 ART.F422

IN OUT OUT IN

GRAYBUS cable REDBUS cable REDBUS cable WHITE BUS cable

item L4669 item L46695 item L46695 item 336904

For the integration of multiple systems, use multiple interfaces

Sound
Burglar Alarm System Lights System and Automation Video door entry system
OUT OUT

OUT ART.F422
IN IN ART.F422
OUT

RED GRAY GRAY WHITE

BUS cable item L46695 BUS cable item L4669 BUS cable item L4669 BUS cable art. 336904

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System integration - scenario management

As shown in the table on the previous pages, the integration between different systems allows to create special
environmental situations, called "scenario", formed by the simultaneous activation of multiple devices.
The scenarios are of 2 type:

1 Automatic and scheduled scenario: this

application, which can be made using the device
item MH200N, allows to send a control at a preset
time, and at the occurrence of a condition, or to act
on scenarios preset in the scenario programmer
item MH200N or in MyHOME_Screen 3.5. The user
can mange the scenario using the same devices
described for the manual scenario.

Scenario programmer MH200N

Start Stop
scenario scenario

Enable Disable

Enable/ Change
Disable the scenario

Start
scenario

MyHOME_Screen 3.5
type 4890:
example of icons for scenarios
management

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2 Manual Scenario: in this case the
user interacts with the particular
devices such as the scenario central
unit, the special control, the Local
Display, the Touch Screen type
4890 or the MyHOME_Screen 10
programmed to activate different
functions simultaneously (turning on
lights, moving shutters, turning on
the background music ans setting
an optimum temperature). For the Control Scenario module
item HC4680 item F420 for
creation and management of these for the saving up to 16
scenarios it is necessary to install management scenarios
of 4 scenarios
scenario module devices item F420
and/or scenario controls type 4680 in
the Automation BUS.

In addition to the two scenarios

described, it is possible to achieve
advanced functions. For example,
thanks to the integration through the
interface F422 of the Burglar alarm
with the Automation system, in the
event of a burglary, in addition to the
activation of the siren it is possible to
automatically turn on all the lights in
the house to deter the intruder.

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Data network system– LAN cable

The data network cabling allows to prepare the home for:

the ADSL signal diffusion in the various environments for the purpose of using the Internet services, such as data, TV and
„„
IP telephony;
the use of devices with Ethernet connection for central control, whether local or remote, of the home automation
„„
functions (e.g. Touch screen) and for collection and display of energy consumption (Energy data logger F524);
prepare an access point for updating and programming the devices via LAN (Web server,
„„
Touch screen, .....).

Connectors for LAN wiring

The elements to evaluate for the products selection are mainly:

1. The number of RJ45 sockets to be positioned in the rooms; indicatively it is advisable to install
a socket in every room of the building if it is for residential use and two or more sockets if the
building is used for the service sector. Prepare nearby power sockets for users power supply.

Switch F551
2. the type of active and not active equipment, such as data switches, patch panels,
ADSL filter, etc. for the management and distribution of signals to the RJ45
connectors. The choice of these products depends on the characteristics and extent
of the LAN required.

In particular, if the modem router provided for connection to the Internet is not
equipped with a switch function, consider the use of one or more Switch devices item
F551 for the distribution of multiple data signals in the LAN.

3. The need to achieve local and centralized

control of the home automation
For a description of
functions using the devices:
the MyHOME local
MyHOME_Screen 10 item 4892 and 4893;
„„
and remote control
MyHOME_Screen 3,5 type 4890;
„„
devices refer to the
Video touch screen H4687.
„„
next chapter.

If it is required to carry out remote control

Web server
via Internet connection, include the use of
a Web server device item F454 with Access
Gateway functions between the MyHOME
system and the LAN.

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 In the design phase provide a From the switchboard realize a star
dedicated space in the home wiring for the connection of all the
automation switchboard for the RJ45 sockets and any MyHOME
installation of all the equipment devices for central control.
(active or not) and devices for the
diffusion of IPTV and similar services.

Communication area

Data

TV/SAT
Devices zone
Access Gateway

Control TV/SAT
control device

Zone for wiring devices

residential sector

TV/SAT IPTV

Telephone system
Telephone line
Internet
T

IPTV

TV/SAT system IPTV

Communication area MyHOME_Screen 3,5 MyHOME_Screen 10

in the electric
distribution board
MyHOME Flatwall

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MyHOME system central control

MyHOME allows to supervise and control the home or office locally using different modes of interaction, from simple Local
Display control to MyHOME_Screen 10 Touch inclusive of functions as video handset., or remotely via PC, web pages,
MyHOME_Web portal, smartphone and Tablet.

Local control devices selection table

SCENARIO CONTROL LOCAL DISPLAY MyHOME_Screen 3,5 MyHOME_Screen 10

FUNCTIONS PERFORMED HD4891

HD4680
HC4680 HC4891
HS4680 HS4891 H/HW4890
L4891 MH4892
L4680 LN4890/A
N4680 N4891 MH4893
AM4890
NT4680 NT4891

Cyclical ON/OFF

ON/OF control with light intensity

adjustment
LIGHTING
General room and group controls

Timed controls

Shutter control
AUTOMATION UP/DOWN in normal mode
UP/DOWN in safe mode
General room and group controls

Recalling of scenarios saved in the

F420 scenario module
SCENARIO
MANAGEMENT Activation of scenarios saved in
the MH200N scenario program-
mer (CEN configurator)

System arming and disarming and

BURGLAR ALARM
separation

SOUND Amplifier ON/OFF, track change,

SYSTEM and volume adjustment

TEMPERATURE Temperature display and zone

CONTROL management

Consumption control and display

ENERGY
SAVING
Anti black-out load management

VIDEO DOOR ENTRY Control and command of video

door entry functions electric door lock and
SYTEM
staircase light control

MULTIMEDIA Display of network multimedia

contents (IP Radio and Media
FUNCTIONS Server)

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An indispensable condition to realize the centralized control of two or more MyHOME home automation functions is the
integration of the systems with each other, which is realized with the methods described in the previous chapter.

VIDEO TOUCH SCREEN VIDEO HANDSETS MyHOME APP

349310
349311/12/13
H4687 349320/21

System status and alarm notification display System status and alarm notification display

Display of camera images

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MyHOME system central control

Installation of devices
The installation of devices for the local control does not provide any special instructions as common flush mounted boxes or wall-
mounted supports are used that must be positioned at a recommended height of 160 to 165 cm from the ground. Remember
that, depending on the device chosen, the related BUS wiring must be made.

SCENARIO CONTROL LOCAL DISPLAY TOUCH SCREEN MULTIMEDIA TOUCH SCREEN

HD4680 HD4891
HC4680 HC4891
HS4680 HS4891 H/HW4890
L4680 L4891 LN4890/A MH4892
N4680 N4891 AM4890 MH4893
NT4680 NT4891

gray item L4669/500/ gray item L4669/500/HF/ - gray item L4669/500/HF/KM1 - white item 336904
TYPE OF CABLE
HF/KM1 KM1 - LAN cable item 32754, 32872 - LAN cable item 32754, 32872

VIDEO TOUCH SCREEN VIDEO HANDSETS APP MyHOME

H4687 349311/12/13
349320/21

- 230V power supply - white item 336904

TYPE OF CABLE
- LAN cable item 32754, 32872 - additional power supply cable (if required)

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 Remote control devices.
As already mentioned, MyHOME offers the possibility of controlling all the integrated functions of the house using a
PC, a Smart Phone, a hand-held Tablet, a fixed line telephone, or a mobile phone. In order to enable remote control,
the following devices, providing Gateway access between the MyHOME system and the telephone and/or Internet
network, must be installed inside the home:
Web Server F454;
„„
Burglar-alarm Central Unit 3486 or 3485.
„„

The choice of the device must be made by considering several factors:

functions to control;
„„
how to connect to the house, i.e. through ADSL Internet connection or PSTN/GSM telephone connection;
„„
system control mode:
„„

Functions management mode:

a. with the use of a Web Server to check the system with PC, smartphone and tablet connected to the Internet via
interaction with Web pages stored on the Web Server and also through the MyHOME_Web portal.
b. using the burglar-alarm central unit with communicator, connected to the PSTN or GSM telephone line, to check
by sending telephone commands, some functions of the MyHOME system.

TV/SAT IPTV

TV/SAT IPTV
Automation
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Burglar alarm
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Web server
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Home video
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surveillance system
MyHOME portal
TV/SAT IPTV TV/SAT IPTV

Management
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and control ofsonora
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personal computer or a hand-held computer, by connecting system the system by means of web pages
to the MyHOME portal through a fixed-line or mobile phone, and/or management programs.
following a customizable voice menu.

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MyHOME system central control

Refer to the table below for the choice of the devices.

REMOTE control devices selection table

ADSL GSM

Functions performed
F454 F462

Automation
- ON/OFF lighting
- Shutter UP/DOWN Control of single electric loads

Burglar alarm

Energy management

Video surveillance system

max 96 cameras (connecting the F454 to a 2 wire digital video door entry system)
Display the pictures in black and white and color

Temperature control
Switching on and off remotely

Sending e-mail messages following intrusions and technical alarm

Sending an SMS following specific events, request for current status, alarms
Only with MyHOME portal

Sending voice calls in case of intrusion and technical alarm

Only with MyHOME portal

Sending e-mail with attachment in case of intrusion and technical alarm

Video door entry system answering machine: saving and sending the message and
pictures recorded by the entrance panel by e-mail

Forwarding of calls following Stop&Go events

Note (1): Check the availability of the telephone line. If the PSTN wire-line is not available, use the PSTN/GSM interface item 3489GSM or choose the central unit with GSM telephone
connection.

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GSM + PSTN (1) analogue telephone line (PSTN) (1)

3486 3485

Only with MyHOME portal Only with MyHOME portal

Only with MyHOME portal Only with MyHOME portal

Only with MyHOME portal Only with MyHOME portal

Only with MyHOME portal Only with MyHOME portal

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MyHOME system central control - MyHOME WEB

portal
In addition to direct connection control, by using the telephone or the Internet the Gateway access devices of the home (web
server or burglar-alarm central unit) give the possibility of remotely controlling all the MyHOME functions using the connection to
the MyHOME_Web portal.
In this case, by using a PC connected to the Internet or a telephone, it will be possible to interact with a virtual platform, which
exchanges with the MyHOME system all the information on the status of the home automation functions of the house.

Functions which can be managed through the MyHOME_Web Portal depending on the Gateway device used

For more details refer to the section “System integration and control" of this guide.
CONTROL DEVICES WEB SERVER (*) burglar-alarm central unit

Functions
F454 *
3486 - 3485 - 3485STD
Comfort
1
Safety
Energy Management and Load Control
Energy Management and Consumption Display
Audio Video communication

NOTE *: In order to use the MyHOME_Web service with Web Server, an ADSL modem/router must be installed in the system.
NOTE 1: The Web Server only indicates the status of the Burglar-alarm system.

In the design phase to provide the space inside the home automation switchboard for the installation of the Web Server F454 if it
has been choose to control the system via Internet connection. In this case the ADSL line must be available (with fixed or dynamic
IP) and an ADSL modem. If it has been chosen to control using the burglar-alarm central unit, install the device in the home
automation switchboard or on the wall using the bracket provided.

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Selection of the electric distribution board

MyHOME
The integration of the various FLATWALL 240 - 270

MyHOME systems in the building

entails the need for grouping in one
central point all the active (power
supplies, interfaces, telephone MyHOME
FLATWALL 150
switchboards, etc.) or passive devices
for the control and the management Overview of wall mounted and flush
mounted switchboards
of all the functions.
This location is effectively the "brain"
of the whole home automation
system of the building. Its size shall
be defined taking into account the
following general requirements:
allow for extra space for expansion
„„
using new devices that may be
needed for future requirements;
install the power supplies in the
„„
lower position of the switchboard
in order to facilitate thermal
dissipation; Idroboard series for the integration This type of unit can contain up
the switchboard must be capable
„„ of the MyHOME system. For the to 288 DIN modules, and features
of dissipating a power higher than calculation of the dissipated sections that can only be accessed
the sum of the powers dissipated power, all BTicino switchboards by the installer (e.g. actuators and
by all the devices it will house and distribution boards meet power supplies, for maintenance/
BTicino offers a wide range of the requirements of CEI 23-51 updating purposes), as well as
switchboards suitable for types of standards. sections that can be accessed
needs, with different capacities and for installation in one floor
„„ by the final user (burglar-alarm
installation solutions (flush mounted, new buildings and apartments central unit, flush mounted video
or wall mounted). A useful selection where an equipment room for handset, etc.).
criteria in terms of installation of the the integration of the MyHOME MyHOME FLATWALL meets two
MyHOME system is the following: system is not available, BTicino types of installation requirements:
for one-floor or multi-floor
„„ offers MyHOME FLATWALL, an - inside the homes, as innovative
installations in new or existing innovative solution for central centralized installation solution for
(refurbished) buildings where an installation of electric and all electric and multimedia services
equipment room will be installed electronic devices and user in harmony with the decor of the
for the electric distribution board interfaces in full respect of the home.
of the home, it is possible to select decor of the home. - on the building riser, as a solution
„„
among the various wall mounted Available in two versions: for the distribution of the main
or flush mounted distribution - with variable height from 240 cm wiring of the whole building.
board or switchboard solutions to 270 cm
belonging to the Multiboard and - with height 150 cm

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MyHOME Flatwall

1. Switchboard type solution 2. Electric distribution board type solution

Configuration providing interaction with the MyHome Configuration ensuring the containment of all DIN
system through room control (Touch Screen), video actuators and power supplies of the MyHome system,
handset (Video Display) and burglar-alarm central unit. making them easily accessible.
It also enables intervention on the earth leakage and
thermal magnetic electrical safety and protection devices
inside the corresponding switchboard.
MyHome Flatwall 150
Switchboard type solution

1
Example of Flatwall h150 installation:
small households or home automation systems with basic functions.

Electric distribution board type solution

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Switchboard type solution
3. Floor riser type solution
Building floor crossing configuration, for distribution
using common service cables (only possible with Flatwall
1
240–270).

All these solution can be fully integrated with the room design thanks to the finishing
panels, supplied in white, and which can be painted using standard masonry paints.

Example of Flatwall 240 - 270 installation

1
2

3
2 3

Electric distribution board type solution Floor riser type solution

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MyHOME Flatwall

Aesthetic and functional value with some sections are only accessible to the installer, to
„„

minimum space requirements perform the required maintenance operations on the

MyHOME Flatwall features a sophisticated design and installed devices;

extreme functionality of all its components. The type of other sections are accessible to the end user for interac-
„„

accessibility to the devices installed depends on their use: tion with the system.

Thanks to the protrusion from the wall, 2 cm only, the

paintable front cover panels, and the side surround plates
in anodized aluminum, MyHOME FLATWALL provides
maximum integration with the residential environment.
MyHOME FLATWALL 240 - 270

MyHOME FLATWALL 240–270

Available in the switchboard, distribution panel, and floor
riser version, it offers management of the distribution for all
electric services inside modern houses.
It can be installed in both masonry walls (supporting and
partition walls) and in plasterboard walls.

MyHOME FLATWALL 150

MyHOME FLATWALL 150

MyHOME FLATWALL 150 is the ideal solution for containing
together all the devices required for a basic home automa-
tion system (up to 180 DIN modules) with minimum space
requirement. The aesthetic and functional features of the
new version are similar to the well-known Flatwall 240-270
version. Most of the complements and accessories used are
the same for the two versions, with the exception of the
cable entry in the bottom section, which does not require a
conduit securing place, therefore allowing more space for
housing devices.
Installation is possible in both masonry and plasterboard
walls.

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New in the Flatwall range, is a box for the installation unsightly cables needed for connecting these kinds of
of multimedia devices (router, modem, etc.) used in devices. Bticino offers its own range of Home network
Home network systems, promoted by all main telephone devices, and the Flatwall multimedia box is one of its
providers. integral parts.
This results in a further concentration of electric devices,
and the disappearance from around the home of the

Dedicated box for the installation of multimedia devices like ADSL

modems or routers. The installation requires a 36 DIN module support
(3787).

Devices for interaction with the MyHome system that can be operated
by the end user (Touch Screen, burglar alarm central unit, Video
Display).

Switchboard for electrical safety and protection devices accessible to the

end user. Available in three versions (glass, metal and plastic), featuring
installation reversibility. The hinged side can in fact be attached to the
right or the left, so that the door can be opened from the most suitable
and functional side.

Zone accessed by the installer only, housing power supply risers,

actuators and other DIN devices (up to 288 modules), for the operation
of the MyHome system. The installation is completed by the white front
cover panels.

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MyHOME Flatwall
MyHOME FLATWALL 240 - 270 switchboard composition

MyHOME FLATWALL consists of:

1. one telescopic base module 2. a series of modular device-holder supports
adjustable on two heights: 270 and 240 cm, which For the installation of all types of DIN electric devices, with
constitutes the metal back to be fitted in the wall; the plastic trunkings fitted on the sides, for easy passage and
adjustable feet provide better positioning of the back. securing of wiring cables. The supports can also accept
appropriate brackets for the installation of MyHome
devices.

1 Installation of Bracket with adjustable

2 Installation of
base module feet device-holder supports
Upper
cover

Back of
telescopic module

Device-holder
support with
DIN rails

Back of base
module

Bracket with
adjustable feet

Duct fastener plate

Concrete mesh

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3. Front cover panels and surround plates
Meeting design and functional requirements.
The panels are available with a white finish (RAL 9003).
To meet the design requirements of the user they can be
painted with standard masonry paints.

3 Installation of
finishing elements
Upper
end cap

Brackets for MyHome

devices and video door
entry system

Front cover panel

for the installation
of MyHome devices
and video door entry
system
h 120 cm

Switchboard for DIN

devices h 30 cm

Blanking module
h 90 cm
Multimedia box
to be completed with
F496/MF clips and
cover 3829

Upper
end cap
Side surround plates with
opening handle (pair)

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MyHOME Flatwall
MyHOME FLATWALL 150 switchboard composition

MyHOME FLATWALL consists of:

1. a basic module 2. a series of modular device-holder supports
metal, 150 cm high, flush mounted inside masonry and For the installation of all types of DIN electric devices, with
plasterboard walls. Differently from Flatwall 240 – 270, plastic trunkings fitted on the sides, for easy passage and
there is no conduit securing plate. securing of wiring cables. The supports can also accept
In case of need, remove the first DIN guide in the bottom appropriate brackets for the installation of MyHome
section, to make cable entry easier. devices, and specific accessories such as the multimedia
box dedicated to the installation of modems, routers, etc.

1 Installation of 2 Installation of
base module device-holder supports

Device-holder
support with
DIN rails
h 60 cm

Back of base
module

Device-holder
support with
DIN rails
h 30 cm

Concrete mesh

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3. Front cover panels and surround plates
Meeting design and functional requirements. The panels
are available with a white finish (RAL 9003). To meet the
design requirements of the user they can be painted with
standard masonry paints.

3 Installation of
finishing elements

Brackets for MyHome

devices and video door
entry system

Upper
end cap

Front cover panel

h 30 cm

Front cover panel

for the installation
of MyHome devices
and video door entry
system
h 30 cm
Switchboard for DIN
devices h 30 cm

Blanking module
h 90 cm

Multimedia box Lower

Side surround plates
to be completed with end cap
F496/MF clips and
cover 3829

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MyHOME Flatwall
Installation heights for every need

The Flatwall 150 solution, specifically designed for small Flatwall 240-270 makes it possible to adjust on <site the
households, gives the possibility of installing up to 180 DIN height of the column based on the height of the room.
modules (a capacity higher than the average number of It can be used for installing up to 288 DIN modules (ca-
devices used in a basic home automation system). pacity normally higher than the number of devices used
Thanks to its exclusive sliding hooking adjustment system, in a whole home automation system), centralizing all the
devices within one single location of the home. By using
the appropriate accessory, it is possible to use MyHOME
FLATWALL as riser for apartment complex services, or
inside apartments and villa on several floors.

150 cm flush mounted back Adjustable flush mounted back, 240 or 270 cm
Max. 252 DIN modules

Max. 288 DIN modules

Max. 180 DIN modules

150 cm

270 cm

240 cm

56 cm

56 cm 56 cm

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Device-holder supports

Three types of device-holder supports are available, and quicker for the installer.
offering the advantage that they can be wired in the Irrespective of the MyHOME FLATWALL solution chosen,
workshop and then taken to the installation site, where the front cover panels are always secured to the device-
they are secured to the metal back already installed in the holder supports with screws.
wall, making the whole installation process much simpler Therefore, when assembling MyHOME FLATWALL, it is
always necessary to install the device-holder supports
across the whole height of the unit.

72 modules 36 modules cable fixing

3787 3788

3789

Height: 60 cm
„„ Height: 30 cm
„„ Height: 30 cm
„„
Max. capacity: 72 DIN modules
„„ Max. capacity: 36 DIN modules
„„ Holes for fixing the cables with
„„
DIN rails and side trunkings for
„„ DIN rails and side trunkings for
„„ clamps
wiring* wiring* Holes for the installation of the
„„
To be used in switchboard
„„ Holes for fixing the cables with
„„ vertical partition (3804)
and electric distribution board clamps It can be equipped with DIN kit
„„
solutions. Holes for brackets for the
„„ and trunkings (3790)
installation of non modular GSM To be always used in the floor
„„
Note: DIN rails and PVC trunkings are fixed and
burglar-alarm and temperature riser type solution or as universal
cannot be removed.
central units plate for free installation in other
To be used in switchboard and
„„ configurations.
electric distribution board solutions
Required for the installation of the
„„
multimedia box.

Note: DIN rails and PVC channels can be removed,

providing maximum configuration flexibility.

* Side trunkings for wiring, sizes 60 x 60 mm, subject to CEI-64-8 Standard for compliance with a 50% fill factor.

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MyHOME Flatwall
Installation solutions

The small thickness of the flush mounted back, only 8.5 cm, then installed inside the metal back already fitted in the
makes MyHOME FLATWALL suitable for installation using wall.
the same procedure as for sliding doors. In order to preserve integrity, the finishing elements can be
When installed while the wall is being built, the metal back installed after the completion of masonry operations.
also ensure savings in building materials. The device- The page on the side shows a typical installation in a
holder supports can be assembled at the workshop and masonry wall.

Partition walls Plasterboard walls Supporting walls

Note: for installation inside supporting walls, a 60 cm wide recess must be obtained in the wall from the floor to the ceiling. For partition or plasterboard walls leave an
opening of approximately 60 cm during the construction of the wall.

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 Area for accessible and visible
devices operated by the end
user
Side entry for corrugated ducts.

Dedicated box for the installation of multimedia devices (routers, modems, etc.). The metal
basket, which can only be fitted on 36 module device holder supports, has cut-out marks on
all sides, providing flexibility during the management of the cable passage areas. Supplied
as standard are 4 rubber cable glands, required for ensuring the protection of data and
power cables. For multimedia device installations requiring a large number of cables, a
specific kit with 8 cable glands is also available (3831). The installation of the devices is
completed using appropriate clips (F496/MF). *

Wall fixing bracket.

Area intended for protection devices Area intended for
(stop&go, thermal magnetic devices MyHome devices
etc.)

Duct fastener plate

In order to facilitate the entry of cables, MyHOME FLATWALL (for the 240-270 h version)
has been designed to allow the entry of several corrugated ducts, both through the bottom
section, where they can be easily secured thanks to the duct fastener plate, and from the
sides, through knockout holes. This operation is not required for the Flatwall h150 version.

* The Flatwall metal structure screens the Wi-Fi signal. Therefore, the installation of an external antenna must be allowed for at the design stage.
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Electric distribution board position

The positioning of the electric distribution board(s) must be decided based on the type of building. The most suitable
position of the distribution board should be agreed with the installer (unless already preset).

service sector More than 3 rooms + Building on several floors

Install a dedicated distribution board bathroom & kitchen Install the main distribution board
inside an equipment room for the only include one distribution board, in an equipment room, or under the
centralization of all the devices on at a central position. Part of the DIN stairs. Install another distribution
DIN rail. rail devices will be installed on the board on each floor, in a barycenter
board, while part of them will be position. DIN rail devices will be
One floor building
distributed. partly centralized, and partly
1,2, or 3 rooms + bathroom
distributed.
& kitchen: arrange only one
distribution board in a barycenter
position, for the centralization of all
DIN devices.

Service sector Several floor building

Flush mounted
device
Electric
distribution
board Electric
distribution
1 2 3 4
1 2 3 4

038 42

board C1 C2

3rd FLOOR

Equipment room

One floor building: 1, 2, or 3 rooms + bathroom & kitchen 2nd FLOOR

Electric Flush mount-
distribution ed device
board

1st FLOOR

Equipment
One floor building with more than 3 rooms + room
bathroom & kitchen
Electric DIN modularity 1
1
2
2
3 4
3 4

distribution device
1 2 3 4 038 42
1 2 3 4

038 42
C1 C2

board
C1 C2

Flush mounted
device

1 2 3 4
1 2 3 4

038 42

C1 C2
Flush mounted
device

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Plug-in boxes position

The positioning and the quantity of plug-in boxes needed must be assessed based on the type of home. Let's now consider
the following types of homes:

1 floor apartment apartment on several service sector

1, 2, or 3 rooms + bathroom &
„„ floors Install plug-in boxes in the false
kitchen: minimum number of plug- Install one plug-in box under each ceiling, or under the floor. All DIN
in boxes, for cable joints only. All electric distribution board, as well as devices are centralized.
DIN devices are centralized. other boxes distributed around the
1, 2, or 3 rooms + bathroom &
„„ system, to house the DIN devices of
kitchen: plug-in boxes are used the home automation system.
also for housing the DIN devices of DIN devices are both centralized and
the home automation system. DIN distributed.
devices are both centralized and As an alternative, where appropriate,
distributed. install MyHOME FLATWALL, for the Main plug-in box
centralization of all DIN devices.

30 cm
Note: For the installation of the boxes refer to the CEI 64-50 guide.
The Guide recommends a minimum height of 17.5 cm from the floor. We suggest a height of 30 cm approximately.

Installation: It is also recommended that the

Plug-in boxes should be installed, boxes are NOT positioned:
based on the floor plan, including the behind large pieces of furniture or
„„
possible distribution of the furniture: wardrobes;
in easily accessible locations, for
„„ behind flush mounted appliances;
„„
maintenance purposes; in particularly visible areas.
„„
Solenoid valve Box
in passage areas (e.g. hall) or areas
„„ actuators 1 2 3 4
1 2 3

C1 C2
4

ART.F430/2
1 2 3 4
1 2 3

C1 C2
4

ART.F430/2
1 2 3 4
1 2 3

C1 C2
4

ART.F430/2
1 2 3 4
1 2 3

C1 C2
4

ART.F430/2
box

that are not used very often (e.g.

storage rooms);
nearby the hydraulic collector of
„„ Hydraulic
the Temperature control system collector

(see drawing). Zone

solenoid valve

Box

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Estimate with YouProject Software

YouProject is an extremely useful the design and installation of

„„ by YouProject during the different
and versatile software designed to the system (system absorption stages required for the realization of
simplify and speed up the sizing of a check, number of DIN modules, the system:
MyHOME system. It allows: dissipated power, map of physical DEFINITION OF REQUIREMENTS
„„
to produce an estimate of the
„„ and logic links for the installation, INSTALLATION
„„
offer (General description and configuration). DESIGN.
„„
advantages, bill of quantities, list of The diagram below shows the
items required); range of information generated

1st STAGE – DEFINITION OF REQUIREMENTS Entering of the data for the definition of the
functions

2nd STAGE - DESIGN

Report:
- General description and advantages;
- Bill of quantities;
- List of Items required; Estimate
- Time estimate;
- System absorption check;
- Number of DIN modules and dissipated power.
YouProject
3rd STAGE - INSTALLATION

XML file

MyHome_Web Services

MyHOME portal

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To activate the MyHOME_Web activation file in a few steps. The tool, also an Excel file to be stored and to
service, as an alternative to the mode available directly on the home page leave to the customer as an "identity
described on the previous page, it is of the MyHOME_Web portal installers card "of the system created.
possible to use the new MyHOME_ area, allows to set the configurations
WebConfig tool, a wizard that allows of the devices in the system,
to create the MyHome portal .xml generating in addition to the .xml file,

INSTALLATION
MyHOME_Web Config

XML file

MyHome_Web Services

MyHOME portal

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General information

According to the type of products,

this operation can be
carried out in two different modes:
Physical configuration:
„„
by connecting to the appropriate
socket of each device special
activation components (3501/...)
called configurators. Each
configurator is identified with its Physical configuration of a flush mounted device
number, letter, color or graphic.
Virtual configuration. using a PC
„„
equipped with MyHOME_Suite
software, connected to the system
by a Web Server item F454 or the
kit 3504.

Web Server
Virtual configuration

Ethernet cable
BUS

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Ethernet cable

PC with program
MyHOME_Suite kit item 3504

TV/SAT
Power supply
BUS connector connector

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MyHOME_Suite

MyHOME_Suite is the application MyHOME_Screen 3.5, video door function, the user will be notified
that allows to greatly simplify the entry handsets etc. whenever a new version
configuration of devices in the MyHOME_Suite is particularly useful will be available; the update process
Automation, Energy management also in the case of expansion or will start automatically.
and Temperature control systems. modification of existing systems, The software also has an integrated
In addition to the configuration of as it can perform the devices help system that makes it easy to use
the individual devices designed for configuration mapping and then and can easily be found for free at
this mode, MyHOME_Suite is able to carry out the modification; moreover, www.homesystems-legrandgroup.
manage in an integrated way also the it is able to configure advanced com.
programming software (TiDisplay, functions not configurable with the
TiMH200N ......) to configure advanced physical configuration, and to extend
devices such as Web Server, Scenarios the addressing limits.
programmer, MyHOME_Screen 10, Thanks to the integrated notification

On-line Icon of consultation IP address of the web server and

updates guide integrated into connection status display
icon the program

List of Work area for the collection of the Selection of parameters to configure the address
configurable items system devices to configure and the mode of operation

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MyHOME_Suite
SYSTEM CONNECTION TO THE PC FOR CONFIGURATION

Below are some examples of The connection may also be Web Server, item F454, is installed in
connections between the PC and the completed without using the the system.
system to be configured using the configuration kit, provided that the
3504 kit.
TV/SAT TV/SAT
IPTV IPTV
Automation/temperature control system with kit 3504

temperature
central unit

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termoregolazione antifurto
videocitofonia termoregolazione
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lan controllo
controllo carichi lan
energia controllo
lucicarichi energia
tvcc luci
www

shutter dimmer shutter probe with

control control control CLEAR
OK
selector
1 2 3
ON ABC DEF

4 5 6
power supply GHI

7
PQRS
JKL

8
YUV
MNO

9
WXVZ

OFF
0

DIN dimmer DIN actuator DIN actuator

flush mounted L
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
T5H 250V

actuator
ART. F411/2 ART. F411/2
0245 06

C1 C2 C1 C2

F414
230V~ 50Hz 60 1000VA
¤

A PL M G

Kit 3504
PC

ETHERNET

SCS AI SCS AV

ETHERNET

WiFi
BUS
PC
crossed
ethernet cable SCS AI SCS AV

230 Vac

BUS connector
Web Server
ETHERNET

F454

Power supply
connector
SCS AI SCS AV

Use of a Gateway device alternatively to the kit 3504

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integrated systems
Configuration of the devices of all the Web Server to the main riser. operating mode, connecting configurator no. 2
systems belonging both to the Local Warning:remember that in order to configure all the to the M position and configuring the address of
BUS and the Main riser. This can be devices of the system it is necessary to configure position I4 using configurators from 1 to 9.
ensured by connecting the Kit or the the F422 interfaces for “logic expansion"

Local BUS

Automation system No. 1 Main PC for

raiser the system devices
Crossed cable configuration
OUT
Ethernet
Interface
OUT

ART.F422

F422

Local BUS
IN
Automation system No. 2 ETHERNET

Web Server
OUT F454
Interface
OUT

ART.F422

F422
SCS AI SCS AV

IN

If on the other hand, the local BUS, only the devices of that must be disconnected from the riser
configuration kit or the Web Server system can be configured. In this by removing the connection to the
are connected to one of the two case the system to be configured corresponding F422 interface.

Local BUS
Automation system No. 1
Main
raiser
Crossed cable Ethernet OUT
Local BUS OUT

Interface
ART.F422

Automation system No. 2 F422

PC for the configuration of the
devices of system no. 2 IN

ETHERNET
disconnected OUT
Web Server cable OUT

Interface
ART.F422

F454
F422

SCS AI SCS AV
IN
BUS cable

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