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Understanding what matters most to you.

Home. It’s where you and your family can relax and truly be yourselves. Above all, it’s a place you want to feel safe and secure. At PDL we understand how smart home technology can help run your home more efficiently to put security and control at your fingertips.   We are here to help and support you to find the right smart home solution that works for your lifestyle now and into the future.

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A trusted system​

As a New Zealand market leader with over 70 years of innovation in the electrical category, and over 20 years working alongside smart home technology, PDL have the network and the know-how to help your home be connected in a way that streamlines your lifestyle.

 


A smart home which can grow with you

We can help you to unlock the potential of your connected devices with flexible smart home technology which can evolve with your family and keeps your options open.  We have solutions ranging from simple Bluetooth connectivity to fully hard-wired solutions.

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New build or renovating? No problem!

Our options are nimble and scalable, so if you are building a new home, or renovating your existing one there are plenty of options. We will be there to help you select the package that best suits your needs and priorities.  Even if your budget is tight there are easy cost-effective decisions you can make now, that will make upgrading later much easier.

 

Trusted installers and accessible support

Connected home solutions don’t have to be complex or challenging. That’s why we partner with trusted local electricians and experts to help ensure your smart home is a great fit for you and installed correctly. Plus, you are supported by helpful resources available 24/7 and our customer service team.

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Stylish design that makes living easier

When you lead a busy lifestyle it’s the finer details that really make a difference. From the elegant look of the switch which complements the paint colour you spent hours deciding on, to the way that after a long day you can turn all the lights off around the house from the convenience of your couch or bed. Style and smarts can be complementary, and we can show you how.



Trusted security – across the cyber network

Backed by the global powerhouse in automation and control Schneider Electric, our systems and software use the latest technology and updates to help keep your home secure.

You could monitor your property remotely and rest easy in the knowledge that everything’s safe when you’re at home or away.

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What are the benefits of a smart home?

Security

Home security that provides peace of mind 24/7 is a given with home control systems. It offers protection for your house and family while you’re at home or away, and is ideal for keeping an eye on the things that are most important to you.

Home automation security can range from sensor lights to deter intruders, through to linking your smart doorbell, gate cameras, lighting, smoke alarms and locks to one easy to use app. Add smart glass for instant privacy from the street or from neighbours at the push of a button.  

You can monitor your property remotely (handy if you need to check that doors and windows are locked, or see who’s at the door) and rest easy in the knowledge that everything’s secure when you’re at home.

Comfort

Creating a comfortable home becomes even simpler with home automation technology. You can keep things as warm or as cool as you like with a swipe of a touch screen, and make life easier with lighting that’s always there to guide the way.

Adjust the temperature throughout your house at any time by linking heaters, air conditioning, blinds and even gas fireplaces to your smart home system. You can activate them from your smart device, whether you’re at home or just leaving the office, or have them triggered automatically.

Make it easier and safer for family and friends to get around your house with sensor lighting that comes on as soon as you need it in hallways, on staircases or outside areas.   

Rest easy in the knowledge that your home is future proofed for easy and simple device connectivity. 

Energy efficiency

Save energy and money (and help the planet) with a smart home that runs appliances only when they’re needed, and tracks your energy usage.

LED downlights, timers, dimmers and motion sensor lights are a great starting point for reducing energy consumption.

You could also have a bathroom that turns heated towel rails, fans and mirror demisters on and off for you at pre-set times, or a house that automatically lowers all the blinds in the early evening to keep the warmth in. With a smart home, you can see what’s been left on, and turn appliances off remotely too.
 

Convenience

Choose a simple and streamlined way of living and say goodbye to stacks of remote controls. With a smart home, you can control multiple items from your smartphone or tablet quickly and easily.

Automate your home by linking home appliances to a single system, so you can enjoy your morning coffee in bed while using your phone to raise all the blinds around the house and choose a movie for the kids to watch downstairs.

Or, for the ultimate in convenience, combine elements to create ‘scenes’ for different occasions. Impress your guests with an ‘entertaining scene’ and smart lighting that illuminates the garden, dims the dining room lights and starts your favourite playlist, all with a click or voice command from an amazon echo or other smart voice device.

Where to start

There are many ways to turn your home into a smart home. You may be starting small with a stand-alone home automation option that is inexpensive and easily installed. Or you may be building a new house and want to integrate a more complex home automation system.

Whatever your situation, there are things your smart home system integrator will need to know before recommending products for a clever  connected home.

What you’ll need to consider

Considerations that help you make the best decision. 

 

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Who lives here?

The smart home expert will need to know who uses your home. Is remote access important? Make a note of any routines or schedules you have.

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Budget

How much would you like to spend connecting your home? If your budget is tight there are cost effective ways to get started, which make expanding later simpler and easier.

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Devices

Note down the smart home devices or appliances you already have, or ones that you know you want to connect to/control such as your lighting, front gate or garage door.

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Motivation

To ensure your objectives are met, let your smart home expert know why you want a smart home. Is it for safety and security? Comfort and control?

Basic control

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PDL White Dimmer switch

Light Dimmers

Have complete control over the level of light in your room. Adjust the lights to a more desirable level. Available as push button dimmer or rotary version.
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Timers

Providing precise control of services, ideal for exhaust fans, lighting, and heaters. With switchboard mounted timers for pools and irrigation systems.

PDL Motion Sensors

Indoor Motion Sensors

Automatically turning lights on when you enter an area and off again after a pre-determined time without movement.

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PDL Iconic Bluetooth

Think a smart home is out of reach? Think again – the innovative PDL Iconic range is your key to simple and affordable smart home connectivity.

PDL Iconic uses Bluetooth, making it ideal for home renovations or less complex builds as there’s no need for any special wiring. It can link lights, dimmers and timers that you control via the Wiser by SE app on your smartphone or tablet.

You can set lights to come on or dim at a certain time, or even schedule appliances like heated towel rails to turn on and off, offering convenience and energy efficiency.

There’s a range of PDL Iconic skins in different designs and finishes that clip on and off easily too, making it easy to update your interior look whenever you want.

PDL Bluetooth Dimmer

Bluetooth Dimmer

Turn lights on/off, set time schedules daily or monthly all via smart device. Perfect for living rooms, home theatres, dining rooms and bedrooms.

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Bluetooth Timers

Ideal for scheduling operating times for appliances like towel rails, garden lights, or hot water booster elements, and more all via app control.
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ControlLink

ControlLink allows for multi-way control of lights, and for dimmers and time clocks to work together for enhanced functionality.
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New Wiser by SE app

Simply pair to your Bluetooth switches with your Wiser by SE app. Bluetooth app control allows for convenience and energy savings.

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Reimagine how you live with a PDL Wiser™ Smart Home​

PDL Wiser offers you more comfort, energy efficiency and safety options. Imagine a smart home that puts you in control

From blinds that open to greet the sun, aircon that comes on before the day's heat, and lights that dim as you drift off, a Wiser Smart Home adjusts to your lifestyle.

Wiser Smart Home products are also compatible with PDL's existing wiring device ranges, including Iconic switches and sockets, making design and function upgrades simple and seamless. It's also easy to upgrade and bring together other PDL Bluetooth products into your Wiser smart home system.

Wiser is a scalable, automated smart home solution that lets you control almost everything in your home with a single app. It's easy to install and set up, and can grow as your needs change.

Wiser Hub

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Wiser Motion Sensor
PDL Wiser Temperature/ Humidity Sensor

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C-Bus ultimate home control

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C-Bus

If you’re dreaming of a smart home that anticipates your every need and can adapt to fast-changing technology, then you need C-Bus by Schneider Electric.  

C-Bus is a wiring system for new builds that links stand-alone elements in your house to a single smart home automation app, like Wiser Home. Integrating with virtually any third party device, you can run everything from lights, to underfloor heating and locks, and even the garden sprinklers.  

C-Bus offers the ultimate in smart home automation and gives you a world of control when it comes to home security, energy efficiency, convenience and comfort. Designed to integrate easily with new technology, it also creates a home that can adapt to the future.

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