This two-way integration was created specifically to meet the needs of the European market. Utilising any of RTI’s XP series of control processors, the two-way software driver works together with the CTG-KNX/IP Gateway device to provide seamless integration of all functions and feedback of a KNX system on RTI’s two-way-enabled handheld and in-wall controllers.

VIVATEQ’s CTG-KNX/IP Gateway and software driver utilise the Ethernet network as a communication link between KNX-compatible devices and any RTI XP series processor. Two-way communication provides a powerful control experience by allowing for visual feedback from compatible electronic devices such as HVAC, lighting, and motorised blinds, on RTI’s two-way enabled controllers. For installers, these new capabilities are easy to take advantage of via the simple drag-and-drop programming of RTI’s Integration Designer software.

“With Philips having exited the market with its Pronto line of universal controllers, there are a lot of dealers right now who are making the switch to RTI,” says VIVATEQ managing director Alex Tempel.

“We believe RTI is in a prime position to dominate the market, and with this new driver as well as other solutions, we can easily provide our customers with an exceptional control experience with complete integration of all systems and components.”

“KNX is a dominant control protocol in Europe, and the new VIVATEQ driver will be a very instrumental and powerful tool for our European dealers,” says RTI vice president of sales and marketing for RTI Pete Baker.

“And by utilising our Integration Designer programming software, installers will be delighted with the ease and efficiency with which they can integrate KNX-compatible devices with any of our XP series processors.”