For many years the ComfoAir Q-series is the latest technology. The old series (without Q) is not available for a long time.
There is a Smart LAN Gateway (Zehnder ComfoConnect LAN C) for the new series. It supports a very good manufacturer-phone-app and remote support and firmware upgrade of the ventilation from an external installer.
Zehnder ComfoAir devices are widespread (probably market leader)
That would be great. I’m considering to buy the Q350 with LAN C but downside is connection the ventilation to my domotics system. I will probably choose Niko Home Control (no KNX support)
I have an outstanding question with Zehnder if I can control the unit with the manual inputs but downside is that I won’t receive notifications eg. when the filter is full.
There are openhab 2 binding for Niko Home Control and with Zehnder Q series bindings I hope I can set the fan speed and for example set ‘away’ when I push my ‘all off/away’ button when leaving the home.
@bitweasel really looking forward to the binding. Just ordered my comfoconnect. I can do some test later if you want. Please share the jar as soon as it is stable
Did anyone check whether the serial protocol still works with the newer comfoair-Q series?
In the documentation I find that the connection to the ComfoConnect-LanC is made with a cable with 4 wires… Could be coincidence?
It’s coincidence. ComfoAir Q have CAN bus. Theoretically it’s possible to communicate with the main unit w/o ComfoConnect LAN C but a lot work will be needed. For example you could look at these projects -
Hallo,
Ich wäre dran interessiert das gleiche zu machen. Könntest du mir dabei helfen? Ich hab schon einige Erfahrungen mit OH. Ich hab eine Zehnder Comfoair Q350. Noch kein ComfoConnect LAN C Modul, würde mir diesen aber bestellen falls nötig.
Keep in mind, the units are designed to run at low speeds continuously to improve efficiency, lower noise from the fans, and keep the air quality high. Hope you’ve found a suitable solution!
Hello,
I just installed my unit with comfoconnect lan c modul. Working good with the app, but will be nice to integrate this in OpenHAB where I have my CO2 measurements.
Any updates yet to test ?
Regards, Hans