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Next Generation of HomeWorks
Design Guide – for 120V Regions
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Table of Contents
HomeWorks System Architecture................................................................................................................. 3
Designing a HomeWorks System .................................................................................................................. 4
System Design Rules ................................................................................................................................. 4
1. Processor/Gateway Rules ............................................................................................................. 4
2. Powering Dual-Radio Wireless Processors and Clear Connect Gateways .................................... 4
3. Mounting QSX Wired Processors .................................................................................................. 4
4. QSX Wired Processor Power and Wiring ...................................................................................... 4
5. QS and QS Wireless Link Design .................................................................................................... 4
6. Networking Guidelines.................................................................................................................. 4
Feature Limitations – HomeWorks QSX vs HomeWorks QS ..................................................................... 5
1. Geofencing .................................................................................................................................... 5
2. Control of individual G2s from an N3 ........................................................................................... 5
3. RPM and Other Legacy Links ......................................................................................................... 5
4. Ketra Curated Content .................................................................................................................. 5
5. Light Sensor Historical Data Logging ............................................................................................. 5
Additional Feature Limitations.................................................................................................................. 6
Product Support Limitations ..................................................................................................................... 6
Removed Features .................................................................................................................................... 6
System Integration .................................................................................................................................... 7
Professional Integration Partner Status................................................................................................ 7
Other Supported Integrations .............................................................................................................. 7
Supported Integration Capabilities ....................................................................................................... 7
Designing Clear Connect Type X Links .......................................................................................................... 9
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HomeWorks System Architecture
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Designing a HomeWorks System
Designing a HomeWorks system with QSX processors is very similar to designing a system with QS
processors. The general system layout is identical, and so your knowledge and experience will translate
to designing QSX systems. The following are exceptions and special considerations.
QSX Wired Processor = HQP7-1, HQP7-2
Dual-Radio Wireless Processor = HQP7-RF-2
Clear Connect Wireless -Type X Gateway = HQP7-RF
System Design Rules
1. Processor/Gateway Rules
There is a limit of 16 total, combined QSX wired and wireless processors and Clear Connect
Gateways. Each system must contain at least one QSX wired or wireless processor. It is not
possible to have Clear Connect Gateways without at least one QSX wired or wireless processor.
2. Powering Dual-Radio Wireless Processors and Clear Connect Gateways
The Dual-Radio Wireless Processor and Clear Connect Gateway must be powered by an IEEE
802.3af-2003 or 802.3at-2009 compliant Power over Ethernet (PoE) supply (either a switch or
injector).
3. Mounting QSX Wired Processors
QSX wired processors are DIN rail mounted, but ship with a small piece of DIN that aligns exactly
with the mounting holes of QS (HQP6) processors. This means that all mounting options that
worked for QS processors will also work for QSX wired processors.
4. QSX Wired Processor Power and Wiring
The power and wiring options for the QSX wired processor exactly match the QS processor, so
all power supplies that work for the QS processor will work for the QSX wired processor. The
QSX wired processor has two Ethernet connections and 2 configurable links. The links can be
configured as either QS or QS wireless (Clear Connect – Type A).
5. QS and QS Wireless Link Design
All design rules pertaining the QS and QS wireless (Type A) links are the same on QSX wired
processors as they were on QS processors. Links are limited to 100 devices (including the
processor). QS links support 512 zones, QS wireless links support 100 zones.
6. Networking Guidelines
The HomeWorks system requires a multicast group that allows QSX processors and Clear
Connect Gateways sharing a unique and common class D address. This permits the processors
and gateways to share events. For a more detailed understanding, please consult the
comprehensive ‘HomeWorks Networking Guide for 16.0+’ on lutron.com.
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Feature Limitations – HomeWorks QSX vs HomeWorks QS
The features below are not currently present in the QSX system as of HomeWorks Designer and Lutron
App version 24.3. The features are listed below, along with any workaround. It is important to note
that, thanks to the ability to push firmware to the QSX processor through the cloud, features missing at
launch can be added later and show up seamlessly for the end user.
1. Geofencing
Geofencing is not currently supported in QSX.
2. Control of individual G2s from an N3
It is not possible to set independent colors on individual segments of G2 or different G2s
connected to a given N3. All segments of all G2s connected to an N3 will be the same color. If
separate colors are required, additional N3s can be added to break up the segments.
3. RPM and Other Legacy Links
The RPM (panel) link will be supported in HomeWorks QSX in the 24.5 release. A Panel Link to
QS Link Translator (HQ-MI-LX) is required to replace each MI or SPI interface in every panel in
order for the legacy dimming and switching hardware to communicate to the QS Link. The spec
sheet for the Translator can be found here here.
For systems that are looking to migrate to DIN Rail, from RPMs, we offer a subplate that allows
DIN modules to be mounted into 8-up RPM panels. The spec sheet for the subplate can be
accessed here.
All other legacy links and devices must be replaced by HomeWorks QSX product. Application
Note #840 is available here to provide guidance link by link.
4. Ketra Curated Content
Not all Ketra Curated Content is currently available.
• Available:
o Favorite custom colors and settings for Ketra can be exported from one project
and imported to the next.
o Natural Show
o Default Warm-dim Profile
o Warm-dim profiles to match Finiré
• Not Available:
o Default scenes
o Prebuilt Color List
o Configurable Warm-dim Profiles
5. Light Sensor Historical Data Logging
Historical data logging for Radio Powr Savr Window and Mullion sensors is not supported.
HomeWorks QSX does support seeing real-time light sensor readings that can be used for
programming calibration.
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Additional Feature Limitations
1. Live edit for Natural Show is not currently available
2. Lightbar Slim with addressable segments is not currently available. In order to get smaller
lengths of Lightbar Slim to work independently use more X96 interfaces with smaller lengths of
Lightbar Slim per interface.
3. Diagnostics > Identify Loads does not work for Ketra loads. Use Type X Diagnostics instead.
Product Support Limitations
The following features will not be supported by HomeWorks systems using QSX processors and Ketra
with Clear Connect – Type X. Do not design systems with these products!
1. DMX In/Out on N3
2. Dynamic Keypad
3. Siemens Thermostat (LR-HVAC-230-S)
4. TouchPRO Thermostat (LR-HWLV-HVAC)
5. RF HVAC Controller (LR-HVAC-1)
6. seeTemp Wall Control
7. Radio Powr Savr Temperature Sensor
8. QSM using firmware versions 7.31 and older (use the GUI to update the firmware to the latest)
Removed Features
The following features have been removed from HomeWorks and are not intended to be supported by
QSX.
1. Telnet Integration
Replaced with LEAP integration.
2. XML Export of System Configuration
Replaced with LEAP integration.
3. Database Extraction
Replaced with cloud backup.
4. Window Sensor History
Replaced with real-time sensor readings on the diagnostics.
5. TouchPRO and HVAC Controller Support (starting in 21.5)
Utilize Lutron Wireless Thermostat (L-HWLV2-WIFI) or Palladiom Thermostat controls.
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System Integration
The QSX processor uses an updated integration API and no longer supports Telnet. As a result, systems
that integrate with QSX systems will need new drivers compared to the drivers used with QS processors.
We have been working closely with our integration partners to ensure they are able to create the
required drivers.
Professional Integration Partner Status
The following list of partners have drivers currently available.
1. Crestron Home
2. Josh.ai
3. URC
4. Control4
5. Crestron SIMPL
6. Nice (formerly Elan)
7. RTI
8. AMX
9. B&O
10. Kaleidescape
11. Savant
Other Supported Integrations
The following is a list of other integrations available with QSX processors:
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Amazon Alexa
Apple HomeKit
EcoBee thermostats
Google Home
Honeywell Wi-Fi Thermostats (Total Connect Comfort)
Sonos
Ring
Alarm.com
Supported Integration Capabilities
The following is a list of all integration capabilities available to third-party control systems controlling a
QSX processor.
1. Control
a. Press buttons
b. Set dimmer levels
c. Set CCT, XY color, HSV color, and Vibrancy for intelligent lighting
d. Set shade lift and tilt levels
e. Raise/lower/stop motor module loads
f. Open/Close contact closure outputs
g. Set HVAC temperatures and modes
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h. Set LED status
i. Set Area Lighting Level
j. Activate Area Scene
2. Read/Monitor
a. Button presses
b. Dimmer and Ketra Light levels
c. Shade lift and tilt levels
d. CCO status
e. HVAC temperature and modes
f. Keypad LED status
g. Area Occupancy status
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Designing Clear Connect Type X Links
1. A Dual-Radio Processor or Clear Connect Gateway can communicate with up to 100
Clear Connect Type X devices.
2. Each Dual-Radio Processor and Clear Connect Gateway covers a total 10,000 sq.ft.
3. Each Clear Connect – Type X device must be within 75 ft (22.86 m) of a centrally located
RF Gateway.
4. Each Clear Connect – Type X device should have two Type X devices within 25 ft (7.6 m)
of another compatible Clear Connect – Type X device.
5. Each Dual-Radio Processor and Clear Connect Gateway must be mounted 5 ft (1.5 m)
away from RF interference sources - microwaves, Wireless Access Points (WAP) etc.
6. Do not install the gateway in metallic enclosures.
For more, detailed information, click here to access Application Note 745 (requires myLutron
login for access).
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