The latest V5 software release from 1Home marks a major leap forward for KNX professionals. Designed to give integrators more power, deeper visibility, and greater system intelligence, V5 transforms the 1Home Server KNX Pro into a far more capable and insight-driven automation hub.
With new tools including System Manager functionality, Lua scripting, Traffic Monitor, and advanced performance graphs, this update delivers the most complete KNX experience 1Home has ever released. Best of all, it comes at no additional cost for existing Server KNX Pro users.
In this article, we explore what has changed, why it matters for integrators, and how the new features can improve your workflow and the quality of your installations.
1Home V5 has been built with one clear objective. To provide integrators with the tools they need to deploy, diagnose, maintain, and optimise KNX systems with ease.
The new features focus on
• reducing installation time
• simplifying troubleshooting
• increasing visibility over what is happening on the bus
• delivering more powerful automation possibilities
• improving long-term system stability and client satisfaction
The result is a platform that feels faster, smarter, and more aligned with the way modern integrators work.
One of the most meaningful changes in V5 is the integration of System Manager features directly into the Server KNX Pro.
This effectively turns the Server KNX Pro into a KNX integrator’s co-pilot, offering enhanced system oversight and more intuitive project management. Integrators can now monitor devices, assess system health, and oversee behaviour from a centralised interface.
This consolidation removes the need for external tools, streamlining the workflow and improving the clarity of the overall system architecture.
Lua scripting is one of the most powerful additions to V5.
This gives integrators the flexibility to create bespoke automation logic well beyond traditional KNX blocks. Whether handling advanced sequences, creating conditional behaviour, or integrating with third-party APIs, Lua opens the door to limitless customisation.
Use cases include
• complex multi-room logic
• time-based conditions
• API-driven automations
• custom overrides
• bespoke events and triggers
Lua scripting empowers integrators to deliver more creative, more tailored solutions without needing external servers or add-on hardware.
LUA Scripting Tutorial: https://www.1home.io/docs/en/server/automations/blocks/lua-script#lua-script
Troubleshooting KNX has traditionally been one of the most time-consuming tasks for integrators. Traffic Monitor in V5 completely transforms this process.
It provides:
• Live Monitoring to observe commands as they happen
• Historical Logs to analyse behaviour over hours, days, or weeks
• Detailed Diagnostic Data to identify faults, conflicts, or unusual activity
Whether you are testing a new installation or diagnosing an intermittent customer issue, the Traffic Monitor becomes an essential visibility tool. It reduces guesswork and provides clear evidence of when, where, and why events occur.
V5 introduces a full graphing capability that presents real-time and historic system data in a clear, visual format.
Integrators can now create graphs for:
• temperature
• humidity
• brightness
• energy usage
• occupancy
• custom events
Perhaps the most impressive aspect of V5 is the pricing. All of these upgrades are included at no extra charge for users already operating a 1Home Server KNX Pro.
This represents significant added value and strengthens 1Home’s position as one of the most integrator-friendly ecosystems in the KNX space.
For integrators across the UAE and wider GCC region, this update aligns perfectly with current market demands. Homes and buildings are becoming more intelligent, clients expect seamless performance, and integrators need robust tools that reduce complexity.
1Home V5 delivers
• smoother installations
• clearer diagnostics
• stronger automation capabilities
• better long-term reliability
• lower support overhead
This makes it an ideal solution for high-end villas, luxury apartments, and commercial automation projects throughout the region.
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