Introduction KNX topology describes how devices, lines, and areas are connected in a KNX system.While standards show ideal diagrams, real projects are different. Floor layouts, panel locations, cable routes, and future expansion all affect how topology should be designed. This article explains KNX topology in simple, practical terms, using real project examples so designers and…
Introduction Power supply sizing is one of the most underestimated aspects of KNX system design. In small projects, mistakes often go unnoticed. In medium and large KNX installations, however, incorrect power supply calculation leads to unstable communication, random device failures, difficult commissioning, and long-term maintenance issues. This guide explains how to calculate KNX power supply…
Introduction In small KNX installations, IP communication is often treated as a convenience. In large KNX projects, however—such as hotels, office buildings, campuses, and high-rise residential towers—the KNX IP router becomes a critical backbone component, not an accessory. A poorly designed IP routing strategy can lead to unstable communication, slow commissioning, multicast storms, or even…
KNX RF window and door sensors may appear simple, but in real projects they play a critical role in comfort, energy efficiency, and system reliability. They influence HVAC logic, security scenes, lighting behaviour, and energy-saving strategies. When designed well, they work silently for years. When designed poorly, they become a frequent source of false triggers…
Introduction KNX RF installations are often blamed when something “randomly” stops working. In reality, most KNX RF issues are predictable, detectable, and preventable—if you know where to look. Unlike wired KNX TP, wireless behaviour exposes design and installation mistakes very quickly. This article is written for system integrators and commissioning engineers. It focuses on real…
Introduction KNX has existed for decades in an industry where many technologies disappear within a few years.This alone raises an important question: How does a protocol designed for long-life buildings remain relevant in a cloud-driven, API-centric, IoT world? The future of KNX is not about replacing what already works.It is about extending a proven, deterministic…
