01. What do I need to use Bahatrix?
a) You need a Windows 10 PC to install Behatrix. b) Download Behatrix in your preferred version or Trial. c) Z-Wave USB stick that is the wireless antenna for the Z-Wave protocol if you want to control Z-Wave devices.
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02. What can I do with Behatrix?
Make the house smart. Behatrix checks, talks, listens and warns you about what happens even when you are away from home, all while respecting your privacy. You have a smart home without creating expensive systems. Create your smart family with an always updated family map and always-on communication between home and family members.
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03. Can I use Behatrix from my smartphone?
Yes. You can download myBehatrix from stores. It's free. Available on Apple Store and Google Play. Check Behatrix versions and active features.
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04. Can I use voice commands?
Yes. You can use voice commands directly with Behatrix or by installing myBehatrix on your smartphone. No need for internet connection to use voice commands.
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05. What are DoIts and DoWhys?
They are the system by which you can ask Behatrix to do the things you want. You can use them to control the house and not just the house.
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06. Does Behatrix save me money?
Behatrix allows you to control consumption immediately and helps you keep track of how much you consume in real time. She warns you with her voice when you're in the house and sends you notifications when you're out.
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07. What is the Z-Wave protocol?
The Z-Wave wireless protocol allows you to communicate and include sensors and actuators in the Behatrix domain. There are hundreds of products that perform all kinds of features. You can buy them on the Internet in stores dedicated to home automation.
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08. Does Behatrix need the internet to work?
No. Behatrix doesn't need to be connected to the Internet all the time to work. If you're not connected to the internet, you can't get notifications. Email and you can't use myBehatrix. Internet access is required at certain stages such as : installing, activating, or verifying your license. However, Behatrix updates take place over the internet so we recommend that you keep Behatrix always connected to the Internet. In addition, Behatrix uses the Internet to send you emails and notifications or to allow you access and control through the myBehtarix app.
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09. Where do I get a Z-Wave USB stick?
Z-Wave USB sticks can be purchased through internet stores. Just search for Z-Wave USB stick on a search engine. You can use for example those of: Sigma Design, Aeotec, Z-Wave.Me.
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10. What does it mean to include a Z-Wave device in Behatrix?
It means adding any Z-Wave device to the Behatrix control through the inclusion phase that you can access from the Z-Unit section. Behatrix will learn what the object you have included does and offer you graphic help with how to use it. In video tutorials you will find some examples.
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11. Z-Wave PLUS o Z-Wave?
Behatrix is compatible with Z-Wave Plus and it is better to have a USB Stick that supports the Plus version. This is the most energy efficient and more secure version of the Z-wave protocol to include your devices in your home.
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12. Does Behatrix always have to be on?
Yes. Behatrix intelligently controls and manages for you what you want and to work you must then leave it on, otherwise it cannot do so. WARNING: on the PC on which you install Behatrix disable the power savings that make the drive or USB devices turn off or standby.
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13. What is the difference between the Trial version and the Free version?
With the Trial you can use the complete software for 14 days, you can try all the functions. You'll only have a few small limitations. The Free version has only a few features. Check the comparison table between the various versions.
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14. Why are voice commands active but Behatrix can't hear me?
Check the volume and sensitivity of the microphone first. Check playback devices. Be sure to fix as the default microphone what you want to use to talk to Behatrix.
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15. Can Behatrix change his voice?
Certainly. You can choose both voice and gender. You can use, depending on your language, the voices that are proposed to you by default from your pc or you can choose to buy the voice you like the most and install it.
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16. How do I send voicemails to the family?
With myBehatrix on the smartphone you can send text and voice messages to your loved ones thanks to Behatrix that protects your privacy.
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17. Can I use my smartphone to give voice commands?
Yes. You can use myBehatrix to give voice commands. You can do it both when you're at home and when you're out.
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