Casambi has launched the Salvador Series 2000, the next evolution in its lighting control solutions. Building on the success of the Salvador Series 1000, this new series brings enhanced functionality and flexibility to wired DALI installations.

It’s designed to seamlessly integrate wired DALI drivers into the Casambi system, allowing for a unified control experience across both wired and wireless lighting devices. When integrated into a Casambi network, DALI luminaires appear as virtual luminaires, enabling comprehensive control through the Casambi app.

Key Features of the Salvador Series 2000

• Easy Installation – Integrated power supply, RTC with backup, cable strain relief.
• Broad Compatibility – Supports DALI D4i, DT6, and DT8 standards.
• Easy Commissioning – No DALI-USB, no USB cables, no PC-based software.
• Unified Control – Manage wired and wireless devices together in the Casambi app.
• Cloud Connectivity for DALI – This is the cheapest, easiest way to connect wired DALI solutions to the cloud.

 Models Available:

• SAL-2016: Handles up to 16 DALI driver addresses.
• SAL-2032: Manages up to 32 DALI driver addresses.
• SAL-2064: Supports up to 64 DALI driver addresses.

For More Information: https://casambi.com/

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The DALI Alliance has announced the first-ever North American DALI Summit, set to take place on October 30, 2024, at the Metropolitan Pavilion in New York City.

The Summit promises a dynamic agenda featuring a range of topics surrounding sustainability, smart buildings, DALI-2 certification, D4i use, and integrating DALI with building management systems.

Attendees will benefit from expert-led presentations, interactive workshops, and panel discussions designed to address the current challenges and opportunities within the lighting industry.

Key Highlights:

Explore the Latest DALI Technologies and Applications: Gain insights into cutting-edge innovations and practical implementations in the field of DALI lighting control.

Network with Leading Figures and Peers: Connect with industry experts and fellow professionals to exchange ideas and build valuable relationships.

Earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs): Participate in selected sessions to earn CEUs and enhance your professional development.

Paul Drosihn, general manager for DALI Alliance, said, “This is the first time we have brought the DALI Summit to North America, and we are excited to connect with our peers and friends in the industry to share knowledge and best practices. We have listened to the feedback from our members and we are committed to open up our knowledge base and share expertise on DALI technology. The summit is a key part of our efforts to expand the educational opportunities available to our members and other stakeholders. We are looking forward to sharing this special event with members of the lighting industry.”

Early bird registration is now open at a discounted rate of $199 until September 1, after which the fee will increase to $249. To learn more and to register, please visit https://www.dali-alliance.org/

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With the DALI-2 certified DM 4 DALI KNX actuator, up to 30 DALI operating devices per channel can be easily controlled via broadcast commands. Broadcast communication requires no DALI addressing or grouping and greatly simplifies start-up and maintenance.

The highlight of this 4-channel actuator also supports the control of colour and colour temperature of devices according to DALI Device Type 8 (DT8) in a KNX building automation system. Plus, it is optimally protected by KNX Data Secure. For example, the working atmosphere in offices and conference rooms can be made more comfortable by using colder or warmer light. Also, creative accent lighting is possible, e.g. in hotels, lounges, exhibition rooms or outdoor areas. By using LED strips, you gain maximum flexibility in the colour and colour temperature design of individual lighting concepts.

The DM 4 DALI KNX actuator is for controlling electronic ballasts with DALI interface via the KNX installation bus. 

Key Features:

·        Broadcast-actuator

·        4 independent channels

·        30 DALI EBs per channel

·        Simple start-up and maintenance thanks to broadcast communication

·        Support for colour and colour temperature control (Device Type 8)

·        Complies with DALI-2 standard and offers maximum operational safety and compatibility

·        Simple start-up and programming in the ETS, without additional tools or ETS App

·        Secure communication thanks to KNX Data Secure

www.theben.de/en/dm-4-dali-knx-4940300

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Priyanka Singh is the founder and Principal Architect of Chalk Studio. She pursued Interior Design at The Parsons School of Design, in New York. She believes that a space should be designed while keeping all 5 senses in mind. Her design philosophy is about making an impact in the subtlest way as good design is as little design as possible because it concentrates on the essential aspects, contributing to the pure beauty or function of the space. 

Smart Home World, speaks to Priyanka Singh who shares her views on Smart home Automation.   

Residential Interiors have undergone a drastic transformation in order to enable a fast phase of work and flexibility. What is the role of smart automation systems in your projects? 

Over the years there is a marked shift in the way smart home automation is perceived.  Clients are now demanding Smart Automation as that allows the user to enhance their experience by using smart home systems, especially lighting, and curtains to name a few. Smart automation systems create a luxurious experience for users as it lets them conveniently manage devices from any corner of the house. Plus, the other added advantage is that these systems offer eco-friendly solutions in the form of lighting control, and window treatments that cut down the energy bill and improve overall environs. 

What are the latest automation systems that you have integrated into your residential projects? 

Recently, we have used analog automation in one of our projects. This type of automation enables clients to operate their lights, curtains, and music system by the touch on their phones or touch keypads. 

Apart from this, we are also using DALI (Digital Address Lighting Intelligence) dimmable lights in one of our ongoing projects which are cost-efficient and allows the user to access the light, audio, and curtains from any corner of the house.

What, according to you, are the must-have smart home products in today’s contemporary homes?

Temperature control lighting is necessary as it helps the users to change the colours and temperature of the lights according to their preferences and mood. Apart from this, smart security systems enable the user to maximise their locking system by adding multiple locks such as fingerprints, access cards, face locks, smartphones etc. 

Furthermore, safety automated geysers and home purifiers help the users to note the timely usage of the products and will reduce energy consumption. Sound system control helps the users to control the music without getting up. 

What are the major expectations of clients from smart automation systems? How have you fulfilled those expectations, and what are the Brands that you have integrated into their home?

In today’s digitized world where everybody is tech savvy, users want everything to be present on their smartphones, and this is where the smart home systems come into the picture. We came across the brand name Lutron, which has helped us to understand how automation in interior spaces has made our lives easier. The DALI automation highlights flexibility and helps the users to change the lighting and aesthetic of the house at a later stage as per their needs.

What role do System Integrators play when it comes to designing a smart home? How important is their role?

Smart-home integrators take on the task of building a smart-home system that can meet a homeowner’s expectations for technology that works reliably, without the continual need for tweaking. It provides one-person contact, which helps us with the solutions for our multiple needs and problems. System integrators are important because we have a specialized vendor that can come on board with their correct knowledge and solutions.

Products of which category (lighting, security, entertainment, etc.) witness maximum demand when it comes to integrating smart home devices while doing the interiors? Why?

From the interior point of view, temperature and lighting experience maximize the demand when it comes to smart home devices. These systems are cost-efficient and more sustainable in long-term use. It also reduces the efforts of the users to change their lights at a later stage. 

What are the major benefits of Smart & Connected Homes in the current “Tech-Savvy Era”? 

One of the major benefits of smart and connected homes is that it acts like living entity. Everything is on the user’s smartphone, which caters to their need in day-to-day life. 

As we progress into the digital age, the lifestyle of the users will take a major shift as each and everything can be controlled through their phones, sensors, remotes, etc. This would enable the user to check on their homes when they are travelling.

How would you define the current demand for smart home integrations?

As the awareness of such products is increasing, the demand for them is also proportionally increasing. This gives assistance to the users in experiencing tech-friendly products with just a touch on their phones.

People are open to possibilities in terms of the technology shift and are excited about what the future hold for them, which would make their lives much better.

In which sector (hospitality, commercial, residential), according to you, traditional devices and techniques are getting rapidly displaced to make room for smart devices and systems, aided with the latest technologies? And why? 

Refreshing the memories of the school days, when security used to be a major concern has now been replaced with biometrics, the use of access cards for every room, and sensor door.

Smart lights, which are either sensor-based or remote-based, have drastically displaced traditional light fixtures. In residences, a shift from those shutter televisions to smart televisions has majorly taken place. These inbuilt smart televisions and other devices, such as automated curtains, are helping users to experience the technology in a much better way.

How do you foresee the Smart home industry 5 years down the line?

Five years down the line, all the services will be automated, helping the users to worry less about day-to-day concerns, such as security, energy consumption etc. The use of manual labour would be negligible, as the production of more robot-based machinery will take over them. Thus, making the process in any sector faster and with fewer mistakes.

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Adani Shantigram, North Park is a palatial home of Nirmal Patel spread over an area of 11,400 sq ft that exemplifies `Modern Zen’. Designed by Ar. Uttamaditya, CEO & Founder, U & I Interiors along with systems Integrator Chipbucket Solutions Pvt. Ltd., this luxurious home is designed to be a personal retreat for the Patel family. 

Apart from the plush aesthetics, the owner wanted his home to be integrated with smart automation systems, including high-tech security measures, remote or censored lighting, and a home theatre. Plus, the designer has worked on reducing the cost associated with regular maintenance and providing easy access to essential functions when the family is away from home. 

The high-tech indoor home theatre with its surround sound and recliner chair arranged in theatrical seating arrangement recreates a commercial silver screen experience. All the curtains and lights are remotely controlled through an application on a smartphone or even a computer screen, which helps in keeping unwanted light out while preserving natural sunlight during the daytime. The lights used also have the colour temperature adaptability, which can be adjusted as per the mood or activities.

The indoor grooming and rejuvenation areas includes a personal salon spa, a massage parlour, and an illuminated mirror that serves as the need of the hour. The main entrance has state-of-the-art smart security solutions like video surveillance cameras with facial recognition which enhances the comfort levels of the family members by providing an additional layer of safety by vigilantly monitoring the surroundings.

Smart Home Automation Products Used 

By integrating smart home technology into their design, the client was able to save both time and money. The designers opted for smart lights and appliances using the homeowner’s smartphone app. This allowed them to avoid having to go through the hassle of turning off all the lights at once when they left for work each morning. Automatic lighting and temperature control in all rooms, as well as access to key features from any device that they had registered with the homeowner’s portal. In addition, by automating various tasks such as watering plants or turning off appliances when they left for work, they were able to reduce the time spent on household chores. The client’s security was enhanced as devices were installed that monitored their environment and alerted them if there was an issue. Additionally, by incorporating sensors in key areas such as entryways and bedrooms, they could automatically adjust temperature settings based on the weather outside. These features made their homes more comfortable and saved them money on energy bills.

Energy Efficiency 

Energy efficiency was one of the important factors while designing this building. Explaining in detail the designer says, “We ensured that the equipment is efficient and used low-energy technologies like LED lighting and motion sensors. We installed insulation and air sealing throughout the building so that the heat could be trapped inside during the winter months. Plus, we have optimized climate control measures using natural ventilation techniques or thermal storage systems. By doing all of this while keeping an eye on our energy consumption, we were able to achieve very significant reductions in our overall electricity bill.

Challenges Overcome 

When working on the smart home project, one of the biggest challenges the designer faced was ensuring that all the devices were compatible with each other. This required a lot of trial and error, as well as some creative solution-finding. Additionally, we had to create an easy-to-use interface so that users could control their devices from anywhere in the world. And lastly, we needed to make sure that my system was robust enough to handle a large volume of traffic – both streaming data and voice commands.

Overall Experience and Takeaways 

“Overall, our experience working on the smart home project was both challenging and rewarding. While there were some hiccups along the way (mainly related to electronics), I’m glad that we persisted and eventually got things done. The key takeaway for me is that it’s important to be organized and have expectations set from the beginning so that not much surprises you down the road. Additionally, stay committed to your project, don’t give up easily, and remember that communication is key.”

Advice for incorporating Smart Home Designers

If you are interested in becoming a smart home designer there are a few things that you should keep in mind. First and foremost, it is important to have design skills up your sleeve. This means that you not only understand how homes function technically but also know how to communicate with clients and manage expectations. You will also need to be passionate about the subject matter and have a good understanding of current trends. Second, it is essential to develop relationships with suppliers so that you can get the best products at competitive prices. It’s also important to stay abreast of new technologies so that you can incorporate them into your designs as they become available commercially. Lastly, it’s always beneficial to train regularly so that you don’t fall behind on evolving standards or technology advances within the industry. With these tips in mind, aspiring smart home designers can make sure that their careers progress smoothly and successfully!

Reference Guide

• Architect/Interior Designer:  Uttamaditya, CEO & Founder, U & I Interiors 
• Systems Integrator: Chipbucket Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
• Built-up Area: 11,400 sq ft
• Brands: Panasonic and Schneider Electric India
• Lighting Controls: Dali
• Security System: Ajax & One Touch
• Software: Apple Home & Control 4
• System Integrator: Chipbucket Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
• Projector: Benq
• Home Theatre: Sonance
• CCTV Camera: Aqua vision
• Other Brand Used: Asian paint, Hettich, Century Ply, Durian Laminates and Greenlam veneer

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MACBEE (India) is one of the leading Smart Automation Companies providing smart automation solutions for Luxury Home Cinemas, Integrating Smart Homes, IT & Networking Acoustic Consultancy
Audio & Video Calibration. This New Delhi-based company has been in news for winning  CEDIA Award in The Multi Dwelling Unit Design category for DLF – The Camellias

The proud winner Sawan Nichani, Founder Macbee (India) says, “The design and integration of the cinema room/performance hall were undertaken by our team. Our innovative and intricate design was appreciated and recognized by CEDIA experts and awarded the following category: Global Home Cinema; Best Home Cinema (EMEA); Best Documentation (EMEA) and Best Dressed Rack (EMEA).

Design and Innovation

DLF – The Camellias is an 18-acre site, which is a creative blend of urban infrastructure and wholesome living. A quarter of the site is dedicated to the nine community towers, which include 429 residence units. The remaining 13.5 acres are exclusively designed to be a futuristic hub of entertainment and holistic well-being, including an all-exclusive clubhouse and an ever-expansive golf course with over 25,000 trees. “The project is described by The Times-UK as a “Sustainable Super Luxury Development” and is the first in the country to be accredited with LEED Platinum certification, the highest rating by the US Green Building Council.” Informs Sawan Nichani.

Experts from building design, lighting, landscaping, audio-video integration, automation, and interior decoration (including local artisans) were handpicked to rise to the challenge of customizing a never before seen living experience. MACBEE (India) was brought on board to customize and integrate numerous aspects of the entire blueprint, including cinema design, audio-video distribution, integration control, intercommunication systems, lighting ambiance, and networking solutions across the site. “In short, the team was tasked to proficiently design a single,easy-to-use, command point to de-clutter all the technology, activities, and macros happening behind the scenes.” Informs Sawan Nichani.

Space Planning and Interiors

The performance objective of the clubhouse described in three words is – “multiple energy zones”. Spanning 160,000 sq. ft., the clubhouse has been segregated into the following energies: Social, Competitive, Active, Relaxed and Regenerated.

The clubhouse has been designed across two levels: The Upper Level is split into part A and part B which includes: A world-class multi-cuisine restaurant, a piano bar, a bakery and coffee shop, and Meeting Rooms.

The lower level includes a multipurpose hall (cinema room that can be converted to a live performance hall), an auditorium, a banquet hall, a ballroom, a sports lounge and bar, a karaoke room, Indoor sporting facilities (table tennis, pool, snooker, squash, boxing ring, rock climbing wall, etc.), Outdoor sporting facilities (tennis, badminton, etc.), a gym,  a jogging/cycling track, a bowling alley, a vitality pool, a floatation pool, a jacuzzi, a Spa & Ayurveda room, a salt room, a  yoga room, a pilates room, a children’s play area, and a daycare center.

Technical expertise provided by team Macbee (India):

Audio Distribution:

• The audio distribution comprises customized media servers for each of the 9 zones in the clubhouse as well as 9 zones in the residence lobbies. Each server is programmed per the energy zone it is situated in and includes custom playlists that vary per the time of day to offer a distinct ambience.
• As guests transition from one area to another within the clubhouse, consistency in the audio intensity is programmed to ensure a seamless transition from zone to zone.
• Line array solutions elevate the audio performance in the bar area and ballroom.

Video Distribution:

55 display screens and TVs and 16 video sources are included across the site. Crestron NVX VoIP was used to ensure image quality, latency and security and deliver real-time images at a quality that is indistinguishable from the source. 

Integration Control

• The integration control solution is a true intangible – discrete and indispensable. It is the backbone of the entire project and the single point of operation for all programmed macros – automatic or manual.
• The power and versatility of Crestron processors were used to integrate various subsystems across the site.
• A customized user-friendly GUI was programmed by our team to cater to the needs of the client of having all automated solutions controllable from a single device, and operable from any location.
• The user interface is made up of 200 custom pages to account for all possible permutations and combinations in this colossal project.
• To avail any solution, the user starts off by making a selection of which floor of the clubhouse needs to be operated (upper or lower), followed by the concerned zone/area, and lastly, the required feature to be operated.
• PIR sensors provide automated actions such as “occupancy room off”, triggered by the lack of movement for a prolonged time in the common bathroom areas.
• Additionally, the owners of the 429 ultra-luxury residence living units were offered the freedom to select their personalized integration backend platform for all controls, to ensure a seamless transition in their new home.

Networking:

The project employs speed fusion technology by Peplink to deliver superior and unbreakable connectivity throughout the site including the clubhouse, the outdoor regions, and the residence tower lobbies. This technology offers bandwidth bonding and WAN smoothing for uninterrupted internet connectivity and VoIP.

Intercom:

High call volume users require access to a clear and efficient way to easily route and control calls. Hence, the intercom system has been designed using VoIP.

Satellite TV:

The satellite TV system uses a set-top box by Tata Sky, the country’s premier DTH service provider.

Lighting Design:

• The team had a unique opportunity to create lighting concepts to reflect the five main energy zones of the clubhouse. While entering any energy zone, room lighting is one of the first elements of the experience to appeal to the guest.
• The project includes over 1,000 circuits and over 2,000 lighting fixtures, with a mix of direct lighting, indirect lighting, designer chandeliers, and more.
• Uncountable hours were dedicated to testing the lighting circuits for perfect ramping and anti-flicker with the output modules to ensure smooth operability.
• A majority of the lights are on a dimming protocol.
• Specially designed underwater RGB fiber optics are placed in the outdoor water area for buoyancy and radiance.
• Underwater lighting in the outdoor pool provides energetic dynamics.
• Lighting to accentuate the landscaping on the balconies, roof, and outdoor walkways of the clubhouse brings alive these often overlooked areas.
• Intense and indirect lighting highlights every passage and walkway throughout the clubhouse.
• DMX RGB lighting brings alive karaoke nights by submerging the guests in immersive audio and video experience.
• Coffer ceiling DMX RGB lighting in the bowling alleys offers the guests an electrifying and invigorating experience.

Lighting Control:

• Crestron provides the main control both behind the scenes and discreetly within the rooms with in-wall Crestron panels, programmed with custom GUI on each tablet.
• The lighting controls are a mix of DALI (majority), PhaseCut, 0-10 Volt dimming protocols, and on/off modules.

Shade Design and Control:

The curtains and blinds are timed to open and close based on an astronomical clock, which efficiently considers the movement of the sun per day as well as per season. Creston has been used as the backend for the shade control modules that can be controlled from the pre-programmed tablet. Additionally, area-wise keypads are installed in the server room to allow for manual control.

HVAC Control:

The HVAC control via Backnet is timed as well as temperature controlled. Temperature settings vary automatically based on the temperature of the day and can also be overridden individually as per the requirement of the clubhouse guests.

Pool, Spa and Gym

• The pool area is temperature controlled to ensure adequate heating or cooling.
• Each area of the spa has its own music based on the therapy of the room with individual volume control and playlist control customizable based on guest requirements.
• The gym includes a customized video wall with 8 screens to make a landscape scenario in front of the exercise cycles with natural scenes to offer the feeling of being in the midst of nature.

Automated Settings

Lighting Control:

• The lights across the site (indoor and outdoor) are timed. Different scenarios are set for daytime lighting as well as evening lighting.
• The morning scenario starts at sunset to gradually fade the lights and open the curtains.
• The evening scenario responds to the sunset when curtains close and ambient lighting starts.

Curtain control:

• All curtains and blinds are timed to include light streaming, light filtering, or light restriction.

Audio control:

• The audio in the clubhouse is programmed specifically per the requirements of the individual area/room to be in sync with the designated energy zone. All playlists are pre-programmed, but can also be manually selected.

Temperature control:

• The temperature control in the clubhouse is programmed specifically based on the season of the year as well as per the requirements of the individual area/room to be in sync with the designated energy zone.

Automated events with human intervention:

Video Distribution:

The video distribution has been programmed using macros to offer ease of use as well as customizability for clubhouse guests. Content/channels to be viewed are to be dropped (“pushed”) onto the indicated screen /TV as selected on the tablet.

Pool Temperature Control:

The temperature of the outdoor and indoor pool areas has been placed on macros to allow for customization based on the requirements of the clubhouse guests at such times.

Lighting override:

Macros have been programmed for lighting override where necessary based on the requirements of a specific event in the clubhouse.

On a parting note, Sawan Nichani concludes that saying, “The project uses Siemens for monitoring and management. Industry standards were considered by our team at each step of the project – from inception to customization and installation to integration. Through meticulous analysis, planning, blueprinting, and detailing in over 700 pages of documentation, the team has ensured compliance with international standards for both safety as well as efficient and seamless functionality. The project is future-ready in all respects. However, provisions have been included for possibilities of future scaling.”

BUILDERS: DLF Group

ARCHITECTS:

• Rockwell Group, New York

• The Wright Fit, New York

• GOCO Hospitality, Bangkok

• SWA, Los Angeles

• Isometrix Lighting + Design

• Hafeez Contractor

System Integration: Macbee (India)

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Tridonic offers easy testing and maintenance of existing systems

Dornbirn, April 2021. Modern emergency and safety lighting requires central monitoring and automatic testing of individual luminaires. In the case of existing systems, retrofitting is often difficult as additional wiring is needed for communication. Tridonic can remedy this with its new wireless emergency lighting system. It combines the proven Tridonic technologies of basicDIM Wireless and sceneCOM and is suitable for both renovations and new installations.

In a connected industrial society, a power outage means not only high economic damage but also the risk of accidents. Safety and emergency lighting systems play an important role in building safety. Operating independently of the existing power supply, these systems help people quickly find their way out of the building in an emergency and thus to safety.

Strict maintenance and testing regulations therefore apply to safety and emergency lighting systems: Not only must they be regularly checked by trained specialists, their condition must also be documented in a test log. To make sure that testing and maintenance work is properly documented, thereby increasing building safety, more and more countries require central monitoring and control for the automated testing of single battery powered systems. For example, German pre-standard DIN VDE V 0108 and Austrian standard OVE E 8101 recommend or require central reporting of operational readiness, operating mode and collective faults of safety lighting systems. This means that in future, emergency luminaires for single battery operation in both countries will have to be equipped for central testing instead of manual testing as before. Both new regulations apply to new buildings as well as to the renovation of existing installations. As standards and regulations become increasingly international, it is safe to assume that further European countries will adapt the existing directives for emergency and safety lighting systems accordingly.

Standard-compliant retrofitting is difficult in existing buildings

This is putting pressure on many emergency lighting operators. Complying with the requirement for a central test facility calls for intensive planning and involves high costs. In the case of existing systems, central monitoring can only be implemented by installing additional wiring. At best, this is a time-consuming and labour-intensive operation, and at worst may not be possible at all. Alternatives are needed in order to continue to comply with the regulations.

Help is at hand in the form of Tridonic’s new wireless emergency lighting system. It can be integrated into existing installations without the need for additional wiring and conforms to the relevant standards. The wireless system also offers advantages for new buildings. There are overall cost savings as less time and effort is needed for planning and commissioning, and material costs are also reduced.

All the benefits of a central monitoring system – with minimal installation work

For its new emergency lighting system Tridonic combines its user-friendly Casambi-ready basicDIM Wireless control technology with sceneCOM DALI-based lighting control. Tridonic uses the proven basicDIM Wireless system as the backbone of the new solution, providing wireless connectivity for the emergency luminaires via a fail-safe mesh network without any additional cabling or structural changes. The luminaires are set up via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). Existing DALI emergency luminaires with a PRO emergency lighting unit can be easily upgraded and integrated into the wireless network. For this purpose, Tridonic offers the also new, compact basicDIM wireless G2 module.

A gateway connects all the wireless emergency luminaires to a sceneCOM evo controller. Once commissioned, the controller acts as the “brain” and takes over command of the entire lighting solution – fully automatic and exactly as the user requires. This also applies to the required central monitoring and automatic testing of emergency and safety lighting systems. Tridonic has developed a control logic that enables the controller to automatically test the individual luminaires integrated in the network and to display the system status in real time. The test and system data is accessed via Ethernet from any web browser. Up to 192 luminaires can be connected to each sceneCOM evo controller.

Automatic testing and log book at the touch of a button

With its wireless emergency lighting system, Tridonic provides building operators and electrical engineers with a simple solution that automatically checks the installation at the prescribed intervals and records the condition of each individual luminaire in the wireless network in real time.

In conventional installations without central monitoring, appropriately qualified personnel must operate each individual emergency luminaire in the building and check it manually. The new Tridonic solution means that the luminaires are now centrally monitored and automatically tested. External access is via a PC, notebook, tablet or other internet-enabled device. The dashboard provides information at a glance about the current state of the system and the latest test results. And with just a few clicks, you can get detailed information about the status of each luminaire in the network. This includes the condition of the battery as well as the status of the LEDs and associated electronics. At the touch of a button, the system also automatically creates a standard-compliant log book with all the relevant information for downloading as a PDF or XML file. If a fault occurs in the lighting system, it can be seen on the dashboard. On request, a software package can inform the asset manager about faults and errors via email.

Thanks to new em-LINK v2 server application from Tridonic, all of these features are also available for large installations with multiple sceneCOM evo controllers, such as all the buildings on a large campus or retail outlets at different locations. It can connect up to 200 sceneCOM evo controllers and therefore as many as 38,400 individual luminaires. A web application makes it easy to select the separate installations and check their status. The building managers are thus spared routine travel to the various buildings or branches; they are only required on site in the event of a malfunction or for replacing individual system components. This greatly reduces the time and resources required, and specialist staff can concentrate on their work without unnecessary travel.

Easy retrofitting, easy planning and automatic testing – with no unnecessary effort or materials

The benefits of the wireless emergency lighting system from Tridonic are self-evident. As no additional cabling is needed, electrical engineers benefit from simplified planning. Only the power supply has to be taken into account. That makes installation easier. Thanks to simple cable routing, very little material is required, and the time needed for the job is manageable. However, the system still complies with all current standards relevant to emergency lighting – even in the case of retrofitting in existing buildings.

The wireless system saves time for the electricians responsible for maintaining the installations. Central automatic testing of separate installations and direct access to the system data reduces the workload enormously. Less time is required to test the individual emergency luminaires and less time is spent in the car travelling from installation to installation. With the aid of the web application, the luminaires can be easily assigned to rooms during or after commissioning and can be named accordingly.

Luminaire manufacturers can easily convert standard emergency luminaires equipped with a PRO emergency lighting unit into wireless emergency luminaires with the new Tridonic basicDIM Wireless G2 module. As a space-saving wireless unit, the Casambi-ready module is ideal for installation in the luminaire. It has an integrated DALI supply so no additional device is required. Firmware updates are available wirelessly on any Android or iOS device.

The relevant components of the wireless emergency lighting system are BSI Kitemark^TM certified and comply with all standards and regulations relevant to emergency lighting.

About Tridonic

Tridonic is a world-leading supplier of lighting technology, supporting its customers with intelligent hardware and software and offering the highest level of quality, reliability and energy savings. As a global driver of innovation in the field of lighting-based network technology, Tridonic develops scalable, future-oriented solutions that enable new business models for lighting manufacturers, building managers, systems integrators, planners and many other types of customer.

To promote the vision of the “Internet of Light”, Tridonic relies on partnerships with other specialists. The goal is the joint development of innovative technological solutions that convert lighting systems into intelligent networks and thereby enable associated services. Its profound, technical industry expertise makes Tridonic an ideal partner for established brands and for newcomers to the market.

Tridonic is the technology company of the Zumtobel Group and is headquartered in Dornbirn, Austria. In the 2019/20 fiscal year, Tridonic achieved sales of 341.4 million euros. 1,932 highly skilled employees and a worldwide sales presence in over 50 countries provide the basis for developing and launching new, smart and connected lighting systems.

www.tridonic.com

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DALI an acronym for Digital Addressable Lighting Interface, is a communication protocol developed specifically for digital lighting control and enables the creation of robust, scalable and flexible systems. The main functions include switching luminaires on/off (individually or in groups), dimming and recalling lighting scenes.

DALI dimmer 1 channel EK-GH1-DL

The 1-channel DALI dimmer EK-GH1-DL permits lighting control of dimmable LED light sources with the help of a KNX (TP) button connected via DALI/KNX Gateway or by another local control device, directly connected to the dedicated input selectable among normally open button, 0 to 10V analog input, 1 to 10V analog input or 10 kΩ potentiometer.

The device has a built-in DALI communication bus and it requires a 12, 24 or 48 Vdc auxiliary power supply.

4-channels DALI dimmer EK-GL1-DL

The 4-channel DALI dimmer EK-GL1-DL permits dim-to-warm lighting control of dynamic white, RGB and RGBW of dimmable LED light sources thanks to a KNX (TP) buttons connected via DALI/KNX Gateway or by other local control devices, directly connected to dedicated inputs selectable among normally open buttons, 0 to 10V analog inputs, 1 to 10V analog inputs or 10 kΩ potentiometers.The device has a built-in DALI communication bus and it requires a 12, 24 or 48 Vdc auxiliary power supply.

1-channel DALI dimmer EK-GM2-DL

The 1-channel DALI dimmer EK-GM2-DL allows lighting control of dimmable LED light sources thanks to a KNX (TP) button connected via DALI/KNX Gateway or by another device, directly connected to the dedicated input selectable among normally open button, 0 to 10V analog input, 1 to 10V analog input or 10 kΩ potentiometer. The device has a built-in DALI communication bus and it requires a 12, 24 or 48 Vdc auxiliary power supply.

4-channel DALI dimmer 230 Vac EK-GO1-DL

The 4-channel DALI dimmer EK-GO1-DL allows lighting control of dimmable LED and halogen light sources thanks to a KNX (TP) button connected via DALI/KNX Gateway or by another device, directly connected to the dedicated input selectable among normally open button, 0 to 10V analog input, 1 to 10V analog input or 10 kΩ potentiometer. The 4 phase-cut outputs (trailing edge) at 230 V are suitable for R-C loads. The device has a built-in DALI communication bus, it is powered by 230 Vac mains voltage and it does not require an auxiliary power supply.

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