The advent of technology is at its most apparent in the world of thermostats and controls. Manufacturers are developing equipment that can be accessed and operated from Internet-enabled devices on the other side of the world. This article provides a sample of some of today’s latest thermostats and controls.
The Observer™ communicating system features Tempstar® equipment with optimized system performance. According to the firm, the Observer communicating system features split-system equipment that is designed to work with the communicating wall control and meet the needs of virtually every application.
The Tranquility® 30 Digital (TE) Series geothermal heat pumps integrate digital communicating controls, two-stage capacity, variable-speed fan, and variable-flow geothermal source functions within a single package. The series delivers up to 30 EER and 4.8 COP.
A line of high-efficiency two-stage Heil® QuietComfort® DXT+ air conditioners and heat pumps features communicating capabilities when installed with the Observer™ communicating wall control. The units offer efficiencies up to 19 SEER and 14.2 EER when paired with select indoor equipment.
To go green wirelessly and improve the efficiency of a high-performance air conditioning system, an episode of Lifetime Network's Designing Spaces home improvement show installed Goodman’s ComfortNet™ Communicating Control in a Florida home — giving the homeowners control of indoor temperature and humidity via a smartphone.
The Comfortmaker® Observer™ touch screen communicating wall control, compatible with all Comfortmaker communicating equipment, is designed for easier service and installation. The wall control features a full-color touch screen display in a compact design.
