Centralized Wired GRMS System
Fox Domotics is a manufacturing company for home automation, hotel automation and office automation systems.
Fox Domotics
Centralized Wired GRMS System
Fox Domotics’ Guest Room Management System (GRMS) is a fully centralized, wired solution designed to enhance guest comfort, optimize hotel operations, and improve energy efficiency. The system integrates all key room functions through a reliable and robust platform, offering both hoteliers and guests seamless control and convenience.
Communication Protocols
- RS-485 Protocol (Room Level- In Room Operation)
- Ensures reliable, interference-free, and long-distance wired communication between in-room devices (RCU, panels, switches, sensors).
- Supports daisy-chain topology to reduce cabling complexity.
- MQTT Protocol (LAN / Hotel Network Level)
- Lightweight, efficient protocol for IP-based communication between Room Control Units (RCUs), hotel servers, and PMS/BMS platforms.
- Enables real-time data exchange, monitoring, and control over LAN.
User Interface Devices
These are the front-end devices guests interact with.
Load Controller Components / Duct Panel Devices
These back-end modules connect and manage all electrical loads and low voltage user
interface devices.
- RCU (Room Control Unit) – The central controller for managing lighting, curtains, and service requests of a room.
- Fan-Coil Actuator for HVAC
- Dim Actuators for light Dimmers
- Energy-Saving Through Keycard Holder Integration
- Power Supplies for all controllers
- Service Gateway – Integrates guest room controls with hotel management systems. Interface for hotel staff management and housekeeping efficiency.
- Voice Gateway – Allows voice-enabled room control for a premium guest experience.
Software Platform
Management Software
- a dedicated dashboard for monitoring, configuration, and control of all guest room devices.
- Provides real-time status, energy reports, and centralized management for hotel staff.
- Energy monitoring and analytics for cost savings.
- Customizable guest scenes (welcome, relax, sleep, away modes)
- Operational Ease…
Integration Software
- Integration with PMS(Property Management Systems) for unified hotel operations.
- The following property management system platforms are easily integrated with Fox Domotics hospitality solution for check in /out control and information.
- Opera
- Niagara 4.15
- Fidelio
- OnQ
- Micros
- Hotelogix
- IDS Next
- Many others…
Integration into BMS Systems
The following building management systems are easily integrated with Fox Domotics GRMS solution.
- MQTT
- BACnet
- Modbus
- OPC
- LonWorks
- M-Bus
- Integration with Door Lock Systems
Benefits of Centralized Wired GRMS System
- Enhanced Guest Experience: Intuitive control of room functions and personalized settings.
- Operational Efficiency: Centralized monitoring and control reduce manual interventions and improve response times.
- Energy Savings: Automatic power-off and sensor-based controls minimize waste.
- Improved Security: Integration with staff access controls and DND/MUR statuses ensures guest privacy and staff accountability.
- Scalability and Reliability: Wired infrastructure offers stable, high-speed communication with minimal interference.
Intelligent Guest Room Management System Features
- Automated Room Control
- Intelligent management of lighting, HVAC, curtains, and blinds based on occupancy and guest preferences.
- Scene settings for different moods or times of day (e.g., welcome, sleep, reading).
- Energy Efficiency
- Power activation only when guest presence is detected or keycard is inserted.
- Sensors for motion, temperature, and light to adjust HVAC and lighting automatically.
- Automatic shutdown of non-essential loads when the room is unoccupied.
- Guest Convenience and Comfort
- Touch panels and keycard holders for easy control of room functions.
- Voice control integration for hands-free operation.
- Personalized settings stored and recalled for repeat guests.
- DND/MUR Integration
- Do Not Disturb and Make Up Room indicators integrated with staff access and service scheduling.
- Automatic notifications to housekeeping and management systems.
- Access Control and Security
- Differentiation between guest and staff cards with programmable access levels.
- Monitoring of door status and unauthorized access alerts.
- Fail-safe mechanisms for emergency situations.
- Centralized Management and Monitoring
- Real-time monitoring of room status, energy consumption, and device health.
- Integration with Property Management Systems (PMS) for guest data and room management.
- Remote configuration and diagnostics.
- Customizable and Scalable Architecture
- Modular design to add or upgrade components as needed.
- Support for various communication protocols (wired/wireless).
- Flexible integration with third-party devices and hotel systems.
- Durability and Reliability
- Robust hardware designed for continuous operation in hospitality environments.
- High-security encryption to protect guest data and system integrity.
