I’d like to briefly introduce the integration of ekey bionyx with Control4 using the ekey bionyx Notification API, and point out where you can find the relevant resources. At the bottom you will find a link to a playlist for a detailed step-by-step guide.
What does this integration do?
The ekey bionyx Notification API allows the ekey access control and fingerprint system to communicate directly with third-party smart home systems such as Control4.
The API is based on HTTP(S) notifications that are sent from the ekey controller within the local network to a defined endpoint whenever an access event occurs.
This enables, for example:
- Detection of access via fingerprint
- Transmission of user IDs and finger IDs
- Triggering Control4 actions or scenes (e.g. lighting, alarm, music)
based on fingerprints or digital inputs
Control4 Driver
A dedicated Control4 driver is available that uses the ekey bionyx Notification API:
- ekey bionyx Notification API license for Control4
- Enables integration of ekey bionyx into Control4
- Actions and scenes can be triggered via user profiles, fingers, or digital inputs
- License covers up to 20 users / 20 fingerprints
- License is delivered digitally by email after activation
- Processing time is typically up to 4 working days
In most cases, the driver can be tested free of charge for a limited time (e.g. 5 days) before a license is required.
How does it work technically?
- Activate the Notification API
– In the ekey bionyx app under Smart Home Connections, enable the Notification API.
– The controller will then send HTTP(S) notifications to the configured endpoint on each access event. - Install the Control4 driver
– Add and configure the driver in your Control4 system.
– Define events and bindings that react to incoming ekey notifications. - Link to Control4 programming
– Use Composer / Composer Pro to create programming logic that evaluates the received events and triggers the desired actions or scenes.
Resources & Documentation
Here you should find any further Information and documentation needed for this integration.
- ekey Developer Forum – Notification API
Documentation, activation guides, and examples for the Notification API can be found here:
Notification API - ekey developer - Control4 Integration / License
Information about the Control4 driver and the required license is available in the ekey download area:
Control4 driver - Link to PLAYLIST