Lutron Designer version 14.0 introduces functionality that allows a dealer to import Ketra Design Studio installations. After the import process is complete, Ketra scenes and shows will be assignable items in Lutron Designer. These scenes and shows can be triggered from any HomeWorks QS input action (e.g., keypad button press, timeclock event).
Scenes and shows are triggered at a group level and Ketra groups are typically comprised of zone, room, floor, and residence levels. These groups are then mapped to areas created in Lutron Designer using the import function found in the Tools menu.
This system works by having HomeWorks QS processors, a Lutron Connect bridge, and Ketra N4 hubs communicate over a local network connection. If the network is configured correctly, the system will continue to function if an internet connection is lost or the router goes offline.
Programming and commissioning is done by using both Ketra Design Studio and Lutron Designer software applications. HomeWorks QS firmware updates are performed using Lutron Designer and Ketra firmware updates are performed using the Ketra Tech Tool.