R205-005:1997

Overview

R205-005:1997 - Home and Building Electronic Systems (HBES) Technical Report 5 is a CENELEC/CLC technical report that addresses application requirements and market demands for infra‑red (IR) technology in the context of HBES. Published as a conversion into a technical report, this document examines how infra‑red interfaces, sensors and controls fit into home and building automation systems, and identifies practical needs from manufacturers, integrators and end‑users.

Key Topics

The report focuses on high‑level, application‑oriented aspects rather than detailed protocol specifications. Key topics include:

• Application requirements for using infra‑red within HBES environments (usability, installation and integration considerations).
• Market demand drivers influencing IR adoption in homes and buildings (consumer expectations, product trends and deployment scenarios).
• Interoperability and system integration issues between IR devices and HBES architectures (how IR links interact with other wired/wireless subsystems).
• User interface and control considerations, including remote controls, local IR sensors and human‑machine interaction.
• Performance and installation constraints, such as line‑of‑sight limitations and placement considerations for IR transmitters/receivers.
• Applications and use cases mapping IR capabilities to common HBES functions (lighting, HVAC, multimedia, shading, access control).
  (Note: the report is a technical overview and market assessment; it does not replace protocol standards or detailed electrical specifications.)

Applications

R205-005:1997 helps stakeholders plan, design and market IR‑enabled HBES solutions. Typical applications include:

• Consumer remote control integration for audiovisual systems, lighting and HVAC within smart homes.
• Sensor‑based local control (presence detection, simple automation triggers) that complement other HBES subsystems.
• Interfacing legacy IR devices with modern building automation backbones for retrofit projects.
• Product design and feature planning by manufacturers assessing market demand for IR capabilities.

Who Should Use This Standard

• Product manufacturers evaluating IR features for HBES products.
• System integrators and installers planning IR device placement and integration strategies.
• Specifiers and architects wanting to understand how IR fits into building automation designs.
• Standards committees and market analysts reviewing adoption trends and application requirements.

Related Standards

R205-005:1997 complements other HBES and CENELEC technical reports and standards dealing with home/building automation, interoperability and safety. Use it alongside device‑level protocol and EMC standards when developing or certifying products.

Keywords: HBES, infra‑red, IR, home automation, building automation, technical report, CENELEC, application requirements, market demands, remote control, infrared sensors.