Schuko socket base connected dark Valena Next with Netatmo

The Legrand Valena Next with Netatmo connected Schuko socket, reference 741871, is an advanced and modern solution for controlling and monitoring the energy consumption of your appliances from anywhere. With its integration into the Valena Next with Netatmo home automation ecosystem, this socket not only allows remote management of device switching via the Home+Control app but is also compatible with voice assistants like Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, and Apple Siri, making it easier to control your devices using voice commands.

This socket, designed in matte black, combines aesthetics and functionality, making it suitable for any type of modern installation in smart homes. Its main feature is the real-time monitoring capability of electrical consumption, allowing users to see both the instantaneous and accumulated consumption of connected appliances. This function is particularly useful for optimising energy use at home and efficiently controlling electrical expenses.

The socket includes an LED indicator that can be configured from the app to facilitate its location, adding an extra layer of convenience in low-light environments. Additionally, it has integrated overload protection, ensuring that the maximum load of 16 amperes is not exceeded, guaranteeing the safety of connected equipment and the electrical system in general.

Key Advantages:

• Quick and easy installation: The Valena Next with Netatmo socket is easily installed in a standard 40 mm deep flush-mounted box, making it compatible with most existing electrical infrastructures. The assembly can be done using claws or screws, providing flexibility and simplicity in its installation.
• Remote and voice control: Thanks to its integration with the Home+Control app, users can control the socket and connected devices from anywhere. It is also compatible with major voice assistants, allowing control via spoken commands, further facilitating its daily use.
• Consumption monitoring: The ability to measure both instantaneous and total accumulated consumption provides users with a clear view of their energy use, helping them make informed decisions to improve energy efficiency at home.

Technical Features:

• Compatibility: This socket is compatible with all types of appliances and electrical equipment. However, for its installation, it is necessary to have a Valena Next with Netatmo Starter Pack, which enables the connectivity of "with Netatmo" devices.
• Safety: In addition to its ability to measure electrical consumption, the socket includes overload protection that ensures the 16-ampere limit is not exceeded, preventing potential damage to connected devices and the electrical system.
• Dimensions: With a width and height of 83 mm and an installation depth of 31.5 mm, the socket features a compact design that integrates discreetly into any environment. The total depth is 44.5 mm, facilitating its installation in confined spaces.
• Material and finish: The socket is made of high-quality thermoplastic, halogen-free, with a matte varnished finish that gives it a modern and elegant look. This material is also impact-resistant, with an IK04 rating, ensuring its durability over time.
• Interoperability and connectivity: Communication is carried out through Zigbee, a reliable and efficient protocol for home automation. Additionally, the socket is compatible with Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, and Amazon Alexa, providing great flexibility in terms of control and connectivity.
• Standby consumption: In standby mode, the socket consumes only 1.6 mA, ensuring a low impact on the overall energy consumption of the home when not in active use.

Applications:

The Valena Next with Netatmo socket is ideal for smart homes where convenience, energy efficiency, and remote control of appliances are sought. It is especially useful in:

• Kitchens and living rooms: Where high-consumption appliances such as ovens, microwaves, or TVs can be controlled and monitored, optimising energy use.
• Bedrooms and offices: Where it can be used to manage electronic devices, lights, or chargers remotely, enhancing comfort and safety.
• Difficult-to-access areas: Thanks to its remote and voice control function, this socket is perfect for sockets installed in hard-to-reach places, allowing device management without the need to move physically.

Additional Advantages:

• Notifications and alerts: The socket allows configuring notifications to alert users about appliance failures or excess electrical consumption, adding an extra layer of safety and optimisation at home.
• Flexibility in control: It can be controlled from wireless lighting commands or from pre-programmed functions like DAY/NIGHT or ENTER/EXIT commands, facilitating its integration into daily home life.