Hörmann Will Soon Support Apple HomeKit (Updated 2 September 2020)

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Hörmann Will Soon Support Apple HomeKit (Updated 2 September 2020)

You will soon be able to control all new Hörmann operators with your Apple device. Voice commands are enough, or the door can open automatically as you approach your home.

Indoor WLAN switch with Apple HomeKit support

Hörmann will shortly bring to market a product that makes it possible to control garage doors with Apple devices. Smartphones with the bitten apple are currently very popular and smart solutions in the home are in increasing demand. The WLAN button brings Apple Home functionality even to those who have had their garage doors installed for some time.

How does it work?

Hörmann decided to integrate Apple HomeKit support into the classic 3-button wall switch. Its official name is the Hörmann Indoor WLAN Switch. The switch can therefore also serve as a mechanical push button with the functions impulse, lighting and partial opening. Status is indicated by LED backlighting. You connect the button to the garage door operator using the supplied 7 m cable with a system connector. This cable carries the data on the status of the door.

The Apple HomeKit service is easy to use and even a complete beginner can set it up. Its main advantage is the so-called automation scenes, such as opening or closing the door based on your location or when a certain situation occurs. For example, partially opening the garage if the humidity in it rises. Another benefit is the option of voice control using the Siri voice assistant.

System requirements and compatibility

System requirements and compatibility

  • Devices with iOS 11.3 or later, i.e. iPhone 5s or newer, or iPad Air or newer
  • Remote access is provided by a home HomeKit hub – iPad, Apple TV 4K, Apple TV (3rd/4th generation), HomePod
  • Supported operators
  • SupraMatic E / P 3 (from index Ci)
  • SupraMatic HT
  • SupraMatic / ProMatic, series 4 (an adapter is required, which will be included in the box)

Availability and price (Updated 2 September 2020)

Hörmann promises that the WLAN button will be available from summer 2020. The price will be around €179. As soon as the button is launched on the market, it will of course be added to the range in our online shop. We therefore recommend following our website, or join our fans on Facebook so that you do not miss any of our news, competitions and offers.

The switch is now available in the range on our website.

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