Distinguishing between a KNX IP Interface and a KNX IP Router is a pivotal factor in designing modern smart home and building infrastructure. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the operational mechanisms of the KNXnet/IP Tunneling (Unicast) protocol versus KNXnet/IP Routing (Multicast), traffic management capabilities via Filter Tables, and strategies for optimal device selection to ensure stability, security, and scalability for the KNX system.

Ultrasonic sensors are a superior solution for static presence detection, capable of covering complex spaces and maintaining high accuracy for KNX projects. This article will help you understand how ultrasonic sensors work and their optimal applications in KNX projects.

Building on our KNX sensor series, this article explores Microwave Sensors – an active technology offering reliable obstacle penetration. Discover their working principles, key technical features, and practical applications in smart home and building automation projects, helping engineers and contractors optimize presence detection solutions in complex environments.

In smart homes and building automation, sensors are the "eyes and ears" of a KNX system. This article explores Passive Infrared (PIR) sensors – a common type that enables effective motion detection for lighting automation and energy saving. Learn about PIR's working principles, advantages, disadvantages, and practical applications in KNX projects.

KNX Couplers play a crucial role in medium to large-scale projects. They handle both data routing and guarantee the security of the KNX installation.

As the release of ETS6 gets closer, find out more about what the new version of the unique software for commissioning KNX installations...

The KNX Association has recently announced the completion of a long-running project to update the system topology in order to make KNX...