This topic describes the commonly used terms on the NEXhome Developer Platform.
| Term | Description |
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| Access Control | A security system that manages and controls who is allowed to enter a specific area or facility, typically involving credentials verification such as cards, codes, or biometrics. |
| Intercom | A two-way communication electronic system often used for conversation between individuals at different points, for example, between a home's entrance and the resident. It may include video functionality. |
| SIP,SIP Number,SIP Group | SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) is a communication protocol used for establishing, modifying, and terminating multimedia sessions (e.g., video, voice, messaging). A SIP Number represents a specific individual terminal communication number, while SIP Group refers to a collection of SIP numbers that act as a single external communication identifier. |
| PhonebookList | A data structure used for intercom communication between different device terminals, containing information such as dialing details, protocols, SIP information, and other relevant data. |
| WatchedTargetList | A data structure used for monitoring purposes between different device terminals, including information about the devices being monitored. |
| Door Station | The device installed near the entrance door that includes a camera, speaker, and button for visitors to communicate with residents. |
| Keypad | An input device with buttons that can be used to enter codes or commands to control access to a secured area. |
| Access Credentials | Any form of identification used to grant entry into a secured area, such as a keycard, PIN, or biometric data. |
| Central Management System (CMS) | Software that allows administrators to manage multiple access control points from a single API. |
| Term | Description |
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| Smart Home | A residence equipped with connected devices that can be controlled remotely, including lighting, temperature, multimedia systems, and security systems. |
| IoT (Internet of Things) | A network of physical objects—vehicles, buildings, and other items—embedded with electronics, software, sensors, and connectivity, enabling them to exchange data. |
| Home Automation | The automation of household activities, such as turning lights on and off, setting the thermostat, and locking doors, often managed through a central hub or app. |
| Hub | A device or software that acts as a central point for connecting multiple smart devices in a smart home system, allowing them to communicate and be controlled together. |
| Voice Assistant | Artificial intelligence software capable of voice interaction, making online queries, scheduling tasks, and controlling smart devices, e.g., Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant. |
| Scene Mode | A preset configuration of smart home devices that can be activated with a single command, such as "Goodnight," which might turn off all lights, lock doors, and set the thermostat to a specific temperature. |
| Cloud Services | Online services provided over the internet, often used by smart home devices to store data, process information, and enable remote access and control. |
