Is the system easy to understand and operate?

If you know how to use a basic security system, you already know how to operate an HAI home automation system. Even young children can learn and understand how to use the basic features of the system. Day-to-day events are controlled with one button, such as Day, Night or Away; while more specific activities are menu driven to change temperature, lights, etc.

HAI systems are so easy to use that they are called Automation Simplified®.

Can the system be controlled over the telephone or Internet?

All HAI systems can be accessed and controlled over the telephone, either from within or away from home, and over the Internet. Check and adjust lights, temperature, and security from your phone and/or computer.

Not only can you call to check on the status of your home over the telephone, but your system can actually contact you! Program your system to call you over the phone to inform you when your children have arrived home from school or if the alarm has gone off.

We even offer video surveillance capabilities over the Internet, so you can get a visual check of your home via your office PC, PDA, or web-enabled phone. Receive e-mails or text messages to inform you of what is happening at home.

HAI Internet software does not require a subscription.

Can the system be easily expanded later if my needs change?

You can expand and customize your home automation system now, or at any time in the future. You can add Touchscreens, remotes, or Whole Home Audio and home theater controls.

Reliability

HAI uses embedded controller technology in its home control systems, a technology proven to be reliable with decades of use. We still have many of our first generation controllers in use, some of them have been installed and running continuously since 1988!

Some of our competitors use personal computers, which have a useful life of 3-5 years. Wouldn’t you like a system that will last longer than 3 years?

All HAI products will work in a standalone fashion so they are not dependent on any other products in the house. If you have a leaky roof that short circuits your Omni or Lumina controller, everything in the house will function as normal. For example, light switches still control the lights and thermostats still control your heating and cooling system. There is no single part that can cause an entire system to fail. That is not true of many of our competitors’ products.

HAI makes sure that all of our products are tested to the highest industry standards to ensure reliability and safety. To ensure the highest quality, HAI has products tested by Underwriters Laboratories (UL), the most stringent test lab in North America. Many of our competitors refuse or are unable to meet these strict requirements.

In addition to meeting UL requirements, HAI also meets CE requirements. In most cases the requirements and testing for CE are more difficult, but HAI goes the extra distance to ensure the highest quality product available.

Home Control Product Families

Between HAI's Omni family and Lumina family of home control systems, HAI provides enough options to meet virtually all size, sophistication, and pricing requirements.

Omni home control systems feature built-in UL Listed security and fire systems, lighting control, temperature control and audio control with telephone and Internet connectivity options. There are three models in the Omni family.

Lumina home control systems provide sophisticated lighting control that is affordable and easy to install in new or existing homes. If desired, it can tie into an existing security system. Numerous options and accessories from HAI allow Lumina family systems to grow into complete home automation systems. There are two models in the Lumina family.

International versions of Omni home control systems are available in the Spanish, Italian, Castellano, Catalan, Chinese, and Turkish languages.