Dealer Resource & Tool Hub
All calculators, layout tools, compatibility checkers, and planning resources for Simply Controlled brands—organized by use case. Open in a new tab or launch inside the built-in viewer.
Access Control & Security
Alula Security
System Surveyor — Security Design Tool
Plan full alarm/access/CCTV on a digital floorplan and export BOM for quoting/install.
Use case Map a 2-storey home (hub, keypad, 8 contacts, 2 PIRs, 2 leak sensors) and auto-generate a BOM.
Brivo ROI/TCO Calculators
Model cloud access control costs vs. on-prem to justify Alula + Brivo solutions.
Use case 5-year cloud vs. on-prem comparison for SMB access + intrusion retrofit.
ProDataKey (PDK) Access Control
PDK Design Tools Overview
Official design sheets, range testing, and Surveyor integration tips.
Use case Validate wireless reader range and door counts before quoting a multi-building site.
System Surveyor (PDK)
Place doors/controllers/readers, export Cloud Node + door kit BOMs.
Use case 6-door clinic: Cloud Node + six door kits, ready for D-Tools proposal.
D-Tools System Integrator
Security/A-V proposal & drawing suite; turn BOMs into client quotes and schematics.
Use case Branded proposal + wiring diagrams for approval.
Perimeter & Surveillance
RBtec Perimeter
RBtec Documentation Hub
Planning/installation guides for fence & buried sensors; zone lengths, power, mounting.
Use case 500 m fence with 2 gate zones: right sensor lengths & processors.
System Surveyor (Perimeter)
Map zones, gates, and complementary cameras/lighting on a site plan.
Use case Visualize sensor runs and camera positions for complete coverage.
Panasonic i-PRO System Design Tool
Camera coverage & storage calculator for perimeter CCTV (free; registration may apply).
Use case Validate camera FOV and NVR storage for each perimeter zone.
JVSG Camera Placement Tool
Visualize camera FOV/coverage on maps; pick lenses and camera positions.
Use case Ensure overlapping coverage along long fence lines.
SECO-LARM CCTV & Access
Axis Site Designer
End-to-end CCTV design: placement, bandwidth, and storage sizing.
Use case 6× 4 MP cameras @ 15 fps for 14 days → storage & PoE checks.
CCTVCalculator.net
Lens FOV, bitrate, storage & pixel density calculators.
Use case Pick the correct lens for a gate entrance width.
JVSG Camera Tool
Visual camera layout (also listed under RBtec).
Use case Eliminate blind spots around building corners.
IPVM Bandwidth & Storage Calculator
Advanced stream/storage planning for complex CCTV (membership).
Use case 4K streams, motion-only, 30-day retention: verify storage/NVR load.
WD Purple Storage Calculator
Quick HDD sizing based on camera count and retention target.
Use case Sanity check NVR drive capacity vs. retention goals.
Seagate SkyHawk Storage Calculator
Alternative NVR storage calculator for SkyHawk drives.
Use case Cross-validate storage specs for proposals.
Vosker Remote Cameras
LTE Coverage Map (Canada)
Check carrier signal before deploying remote Vosker cameras.
Use case Confirm rural Alberta LTE before installation.
Model Comparison
Side-by-side specs (battery, solar, resolution, detection distance).
Use case Choose longer-life solar model for remote site.
Renogy Solar Calculator
Size off-grid solar & battery for winter autonomy.
Use case Ensure continuous power through short winter days.
HVAC & IAQ
Aprilaire IAQ
Dehumidifier Selection Assistant
Right-size dehumidifiers from space type and moisture load. (Partner tool; not all SKUs stocked)
Use case 900 sq ft basement, “very damp” → correct pint/day model.
Cool Calc — Manual J
ACCA-compliant HVAC load calc (pairs with IAQ decisions).
Use case Validate capacity & humidity control strategy.
SEER Energy Savings Calculator
Estimate kWh/$ savings from higher SEER units.
Use case Show annual savings to support efficiency upgrades.
Panasonic Ventilation
Understanding Ventilation — CFM Guide
Calculate required CFM and select appropriate Whisper series fan/ERV.
Use case 8′×10′ bathroom → ~80 CFM → set Pick-A-Flow to 80.
Aquarea Quick Selector (Note)
Heat-pump sizing tool. Note: if not in active SKUs for Simply Controlled, retain for reference only.
Use case Educational reference when discussing heat-pump retrofits.
Lighting & Photometrics
CAST Lighting / Landscape / Perimeter Low-Voltage
CAST System Calculator
Voltage drop, transformer tap, load & OPEX planning for low-voltage runs.
Use case 120 ft run, twelve 4 W path lights → tap/gauge guidance.
Paige Wire Size / Voltage Drop
Choose proper AWG for distance/load to avoid dimming/faults.
Use case 8 A @ 200 ft → 10 AWG selection.
DIALux (Pro Photometrics)
Full lighting simulations with manufacturer IES files (downloadable app).
Use case Validate CAST Perimeter lighting uniformity for CCTV visibility.
LSI Outdoor Lighting Calculator
Quick estimates for area lighting counts & spacing.
Use case Small lot → 4x poles @ 2 fc average, then refine with chosen brand.
Reno Lighting Commercial
Reno Online Lighting Layout Tool
Estimate fixture counts & light levels, export a simple plan.
Use case 100×150×20 ft warehouse → high-bay count @ ~30 fc.
Euri Lighting Retrofit
e-conolight Lighting Layout Tool
Room/area fixture counts & approximate footcandles.
Use case 40×60 ft retail → 2×4 panels to 30–40 fc.
Visual Lighting — Interior Tool
Web-based photometrics; import IES for precise estimates.
Use case Office @ 50 fc with uniformity check using Euri IES.
Lotus LED Lights Downlights
Lotus Layout & DIALux Resources
Download Lotus IES files + design guidance for layouts in DIALux.
Use case Kitchen 12×16×8′ → 6 downlights evenly spaced.
Lotus Dimmer Compatibility (PDF)
Tested dimmers for each Lotus fixture to avoid flicker/buzz.
Use case Confirm Lutron model compatibility before install.
Lutron Controls
LED Bulb Compatibility Tool
Find tested bulb↔dimmer combos to prevent flicker & ghosting.
Use case Verify BR30s dim to 1% on Caséta PD-6WCL.
Residential System Selector
Choose Caséta vs. RA2 Select vs. RadioRA 3 vs. HomeWorks by project size.
Use case Condo < 50 loads → Caséta; estate home → RadioRA 3/HomeWorks.
Networking & Cabling
Comtrend (NexusLink) Networking
SolarWinds Advanced Subnet Calculator
Plan subnets/VLANs and IP ranges for gateways, NVRs, cameras.
Use case Separate camera VLAN from main LAN without conflicts.
IP Calculator (CIDR)
Compute network/broadcast/host ranges quickly on-site.
Use case 10.0.10.0/28 → 14 usable IPs for outbuilding cams.
Simply45 Connectors
RJ45 Connector Selector (PDF)
Match Cat5e/6/6A cables to the correct Simply45 plug model.
Use case 23 AWG Cat6A shielded, 0.30″ OD → correct shielded plug.
TIA-568 Pinout Reference
Confirm T568A/B color order; reduce re-terminations & errors.
Use case Speed up field terminations with fewer mistakes.
Smart Home & Protocols
Jasco & Enbrighten Z-Wave/Zigbee
SmartThings — Works With
Verify hub compatibility and automation features.
Use case Confirm no-neutral dimmer support for retrofit condos.
Home Assistant — Integrations
Advanced device support via Z-Wave JS / Zigbee.
Use case Whole-home automations & dashboards.
Josh.ai — Supported Devices
Premium voice control compatibility (luxury projects).
Use case Confirm lighting devices respond to Josh voice scenes.
Protocol Explainer — Matter/Thread vs. Zigbee/Z-Wave
Choose the right protocol stack for ecosystem fit.
Use case Decide between Zigbee vs. Z-Wave variants for a hub.
EcoNet Controls Water Shutoff
Home Assistant — Device Integrations
Check Bulldog valve support & automation pathways.
Use case Leak sensor → valve close automation on Z-Wave.
Swidget Modular Outlets
Build-Your-Own Configurator
Pick base device + compatible insert (Wi-Fi/Z-Wave) in one flow.
Use case Avoids ordering mismatched base/insert parts.
Yale Smart Locks Door Hardware
Door/Lock Compatibility Checker
Verify bore/backset/handing before purchasing a lock.
Use case Prevents on-site fitment surprises & returns.
Smart Lock Door Prep — How-To
General prep & installation steps for smart locks.
Use case Standardize prep steps to reduce callbacks.
Audio & AV
Monitor Audio Speakers
XTEN-AV Ceiling Speaker Layout
Calculate speaker count/grid for even SPL coverage.
Use case Open plan 30′×20′ → 4–6 in-ceiling speakers.
MixButton Speaker Placement
Stereo/surround positioning; angles & distances.
Use case Dial-in angles for imaging in a media room.
Richie Bennett Placement Calculator
Speaker/listener distances to avoid room mode issues.
Use case Audiophile room with precise image & bass control.
MAPP 3D (Pro)
Pro-level coverage/SPL prediction for complex spaces (awareness).
Use case Large/custom venues needing prediction.
Sonos Wireless Audio
Sonos Compare
Side-by-side model comparison to build the right set.
Use case Beam Gen2 + Sub Mini + One SL surrounds → 12×16′ room.
Rotel Audio Amplification
Crown/HARMAN SPL & Power Calculator
Match amplifier watts to speaker sensitivity & target SPL.
Use case Ensure Rotel amp has proper headroom for Monitor Audio.
General Utilities
Energy & Savings
LED Savings — Energy.gov
Estimate energy & cost savings for LED upgrades.
Use case Support ROI discussions in retrofit proposals.
SEER Energy Savings Calculator
Annual $/kWh savings for higher-efficiency AC/heat pumps.
Use case Quantify savings to back an upgrade recommendation.