This document describes a project to control the intensity of a light bulb using a touchpad. The touchpad allows controlling devices by simply touching switches, avoiding the disadvantages of mechanical keys. The intensity is adjusted by controlling the firing angle of a triac, which regulates the voltage to the bulb. The main goals are to set the bulb intensity as required using the touchpad and display the status on an LCD. Touching keys on the touchpad will control the bulb intensity using logic ICs.
This document describes a touch dimmer circuit built around the IC TT6061A. The circuit allows increasing the light intensity of incandescent lamps in three steps simply by touching a copper plate. It works by using the IC to trigger a triac that controls the lamp brightness based on how many times the plate is touched. Applications of dimmer switches include saving energy by reducing light levels, controlling mood lighting, and extending the life of light bulbs.
The document provides information on Lutron lighting control systems and products. It discusses how Lutron began with two products and now offers over 15,000 globally. Their HomeWorks QS system integrates light, shade, HVAC and audio/video control for high-end homes. Keypads allow preset lighting scenes with a single button press for convenience. Systems can automatically save energy through daylight and occupancy sensors. Dimming saves significant amounts of money and energy while extending bulb life. Lutron offers a wide range of products from basic dimmers to full home control systems.
Automatic blinds can help regulate temperature in homes through opening and closing at set intervals in response to sunlight and temperature readings. This improves energy efficiency by reducing the need for heating and cooling. Automatic blinds are also convenient to use with remote controls or smartphone apps. They can be programmed to open and close on a schedule, improving safety by removing cords and helping to deter crime by making a home look occupied when it's not. Automatic blinds integrate with smart home systems allowing precise control and coordination with other devices like lights.
12 Ways To Green Your Home. Learn how to reduce energy used by your appliances, monitor your electricity usage, become more energy efficient, and more.
RadioRA 2 allows for total home control through wireless control of lighting, shades, temperature, and appliances. It provides convenience through remote control and energy savings of up to 20% through automated control of systems based on occupancy and schedules. The system installs easily in both new and existing homes and integrates with other smart home devices and universal remotes.
EEE724 EEC Part 4a Overview of energy efficiency.pptxBernardDuodu
This document discusses energy efficiency and energy efficient lighting. It begins with an overview of energy efficiency, defining it as the largest, least expensive, most environmentally friendly way to provide energy. It then discusses energy conservation versus energy efficiency. The document provides several examples of energy efficient technologies like LED light bulbs, insulation, and smart thermostats. It explains the importance of energy efficiency in protecting the environment, saving money, and addressing energy equity issues. Finally, it covers the topic of energy efficient lighting, discussing lighting technologies, quantities like luminous flux and illuminance, and different lighting schemes.
This document describes a project to control the intensity of a light bulb using a touchpad. The touchpad allows controlling devices by simply touching switches, avoiding the disadvantages of mechanical keys. The intensity is adjusted by controlling the firing angle of a triac, which regulates the voltage to the bulb. The main goals are to set the bulb intensity as required using the touchpad and display the status on an LCD. Touching keys on the touchpad will control the bulb intensity using logic ICs.
This document describes a touch dimmer circuit built around the IC TT6061A. The circuit allows increasing the light intensity of incandescent lamps in three steps simply by touching a copper plate. It works by using the IC to trigger a triac that controls the lamp brightness based on how many times the plate is touched. Applications of dimmer switches include saving energy by reducing light levels, controlling mood lighting, and extending the life of light bulbs.
The document provides information on Lutron lighting control systems and products. It discusses how Lutron began with two products and now offers over 15,000 globally. Their HomeWorks QS system integrates light, shade, HVAC and audio/video control for high-end homes. Keypads allow preset lighting scenes with a single button press for convenience. Systems can automatically save energy through daylight and occupancy sensors. Dimming saves significant amounts of money and energy while extending bulb life. Lutron offers a wide range of products from basic dimmers to full home control systems.
Automatic blinds can help regulate temperature in homes through opening and closing at set intervals in response to sunlight and temperature readings. This improves energy efficiency by reducing the need for heating and cooling. Automatic blinds are also convenient to use with remote controls or smartphone apps. They can be programmed to open and close on a schedule, improving safety by removing cords and helping to deter crime by making a home look occupied when it's not. Automatic blinds integrate with smart home systems allowing precise control and coordination with other devices like lights.
12 Ways To Green Your Home. Learn how to reduce energy used by your appliances, monitor your electricity usage, become more energy efficient, and more.
RadioRA 2 allows for total home control through wireless control of lighting, shades, temperature, and appliances. It provides convenience through remote control and energy savings of up to 20% through automated control of systems based on occupancy and schedules. The system installs easily in both new and existing homes and integrates with other smart home devices and universal remotes.
EEE724 EEC Part 4a Overview of energy efficiency.pptxBernardDuodu
This document discusses energy efficiency and energy efficient lighting. It begins with an overview of energy efficiency, defining it as the largest, least expensive, most environmentally friendly way to provide energy. It then discusses energy conservation versus energy efficiency. The document provides several examples of energy efficient technologies like LED light bulbs, insulation, and smart thermostats. It explains the importance of energy efficiency in protecting the environment, saving money, and addressing energy equity issues. Finally, it covers the topic of energy efficient lighting, discussing lighting technologies, quantities like luminous flux and illuminance, and different lighting schemes.
One in five Americans work from home. Read this article to learn why lighting the home office is essential to performing at your best. - http://www.ieslightlogic.org/home-office-lighting/lighting-home-office/
Closet lighting is a simple way to enhance lifestyle and convenience in the home. Read this article to learn how you can apply these lighting designs tips. - http://www.ieslightlogic.org/closet-lighting/closet-lighting/
The document discusses 4 tips for updating lighting fixtures in a home. It explains that lighting fixtures can impact safety, appearance, and energy efficiency. Some tips provided for updating fixtures include covering naked bulbs, layering different types of fixtures for improved look and functionality, and changing bulbs to different types or colors. The overall document provides guidance on how updating lighting fixtures can help improve and redesign a living space.
Even if you rarely enter your home through the front door, the entryway is one of the most important areas of your home since it is a visitor’s first impression of the house.
The document discusses different types of wall sconces, including down lights that direct light downwards and up lights that direct light upwards, and recommends strategically placing wall sconces along halls to provide indirect ambient lighting. It also encourages using wall sconces creatively to add dimension and style to lighting in homes. The document is from the Light Logic website, which aims to educate consumers on residential lighting best practices.
The document discusses different types of wall sconces, including down lights that direct light downwards and up lights that direct light upwards, and recommends strategically placing wall sconces along halls to provide indirect ambient lighting. It also encourages using wall sconces creatively to add dimension and style to lighting in homes. The document is from the Light Logic website, which aims to help consumers learn about residential lighting.
This document discusses how to choose recessed lighting fixtures for homes. It explains that recessed lighting is a versatile option and provides tips on determining whether existing housings need updating, identifying different housing types, selecting trim styles, and choosing the right lamps or bulbs for the housing and trim. The document aims to educate consumers on residential lighting best practices from the organization Light Logic.
Light Logic aims to help consumers learn about residential lighting best practices, design, energy efficiency and all topics regarding lighting a home.
Light Logic aims to help consumers learn about residential lighting best practices, design, energy efficiency and all topics regarding lighting a home.
A Q+A with the American Lighting Association’s Director of Engineering Terry McGowan. The ALA’s mission and outreach, and how they are providing lighting education and information at the consumer level in a changing industry.
When it comes to color theory, many people think primarily of pigments. The concept of light in color theory is entirely different, where mixing is additive rather than subtractive. Read these 4 descriptions to understand how lighting and color theory can benefit you.
Lighting isn’t just for the inside of your home. Decorative outdoor lighting can be a great addition to a property, and there is a diverse set of ways to incorporate this kind of lighting into an outdoor space.
Ever look for ideas to encourage your child to want to read or do homework? Read these 4 lighting tips and learn how good lighting can add to the atmosphere of your child's room.
Lighting isn’t just for the inside of your home. Decorative outdoor lighting can be a great addition to a property, and there is a diverse set of ways to incorporate this kind of lighting into an outdoor space.
While light can be produced in specific colors for a special aesthetic effect, white light is the standard in home lighting. The choice doesn’t stop there, however, as more than one shade of white can be produced by light sources. This choice becomes particularly important when considering light sources such as compact fluorescent lamps, or CFLs.
Go Low: How Low-Voltage Lighting Puts You in ControlIES Light Logic
Low-voltage lighting offers a premium option for lighting residential applications that require precise beam control, very small luminaires (light fixtures), good color rendering, easy dimming, flexibility in changing the beam pattern of the lamp (light bulb), and a higher degree of electrical safety.
To get the right effect from your lighting, it pays to know how different sizes and shapes of light sources affect things will appear when illuminated.
Read the full article here - http://bit.ly/U3ekbm
This document provides tips on proper lighting for applying makeup. It recommends using soft, low wattage lights with a high color rendering index from multiple angles rather than a single overhead light. Fluorescent and other overly bright lights should be avoided. Reading the full article at www.IESLightLogic.org provides more detailed guidance on optimizing lighting for applying makeup.
Lighting Design 101 - Wall Grazing And WashingIES Light Logic
The document discusses two lighting techniques - wall washing and wall grazing. Wall washing lights the entire wall from top to bottom at a wide angle, creating a smooth, flat appearance. Wall grazing lights the wall at a narrow angle using closer lights, accentuating texture through shadows. The techniques allow controlling how walls and spaces are perceived. Wall washing highlights smooth surfaces while wall grazing enhances textures like brick and stone.
The document discusses ways to reduce glare from lighting. It defines different types of glare including direct, reflected, discomfort, and disability glare. It provides tips to fix glare such as moving the light source, object, or observer's position. Other suggestions are reducing the brightness of the light source, increasing the brightness of surroundings, and changing the reflectance of surfaces to decrease contrast. The full article about reducing glare can be found on the IESLightLogic.org website.
One in five Americans work from home. Read this article to learn why lighting the home office is essential to performing at your best. - http://www.ieslightlogic.org/home-office-lighting/lighting-home-office/
Closet lighting is a simple way to enhance lifestyle and convenience in the home. Read this article to learn how you can apply these lighting designs tips. - http://www.ieslightlogic.org/closet-lighting/closet-lighting/
The document discusses 4 tips for updating lighting fixtures in a home. It explains that lighting fixtures can impact safety, appearance, and energy efficiency. Some tips provided for updating fixtures include covering naked bulbs, layering different types of fixtures for improved look and functionality, and changing bulbs to different types or colors. The overall document provides guidance on how updating lighting fixtures can help improve and redesign a living space.
Even if you rarely enter your home through the front door, the entryway is one of the most important areas of your home since it is a visitor’s first impression of the house.
The document discusses different types of wall sconces, including down lights that direct light downwards and up lights that direct light upwards, and recommends strategically placing wall sconces along halls to provide indirect ambient lighting. It also encourages using wall sconces creatively to add dimension and style to lighting in homes. The document is from the Light Logic website, which aims to educate consumers on residential lighting best practices.
The document discusses different types of wall sconces, including down lights that direct light downwards and up lights that direct light upwards, and recommends strategically placing wall sconces along halls to provide indirect ambient lighting. It also encourages using wall sconces creatively to add dimension and style to lighting in homes. The document is from the Light Logic website, which aims to help consumers learn about residential lighting.
This document discusses how to choose recessed lighting fixtures for homes. It explains that recessed lighting is a versatile option and provides tips on determining whether existing housings need updating, identifying different housing types, selecting trim styles, and choosing the right lamps or bulbs for the housing and trim. The document aims to educate consumers on residential lighting best practices from the organization Light Logic.
Light Logic aims to help consumers learn about residential lighting best practices, design, energy efficiency and all topics regarding lighting a home.
Light Logic aims to help consumers learn about residential lighting best practices, design, energy efficiency and all topics regarding lighting a home.
A Q+A with the American Lighting Association’s Director of Engineering Terry McGowan. The ALA’s mission and outreach, and how they are providing lighting education and information at the consumer level in a changing industry.
When it comes to color theory, many people think primarily of pigments. The concept of light in color theory is entirely different, where mixing is additive rather than subtractive. Read these 4 descriptions to understand how lighting and color theory can benefit you.
Lighting isn’t just for the inside of your home. Decorative outdoor lighting can be a great addition to a property, and there is a diverse set of ways to incorporate this kind of lighting into an outdoor space.
Ever look for ideas to encourage your child to want to read or do homework? Read these 4 lighting tips and learn how good lighting can add to the atmosphere of your child's room.
Lighting isn’t just for the inside of your home. Decorative outdoor lighting can be a great addition to a property, and there is a diverse set of ways to incorporate this kind of lighting into an outdoor space.
While light can be produced in specific colors for a special aesthetic effect, white light is the standard in home lighting. The choice doesn’t stop there, however, as more than one shade of white can be produced by light sources. This choice becomes particularly important when considering light sources such as compact fluorescent lamps, or CFLs.
Go Low: How Low-Voltage Lighting Puts You in ControlIES Light Logic
Low-voltage lighting offers a premium option for lighting residential applications that require precise beam control, very small luminaires (light fixtures), good color rendering, easy dimming, flexibility in changing the beam pattern of the lamp (light bulb), and a higher degree of electrical safety.
To get the right effect from your lighting, it pays to know how different sizes and shapes of light sources affect things will appear when illuminated.
Read the full article here - http://bit.ly/U3ekbm
This document provides tips on proper lighting for applying makeup. It recommends using soft, low wattage lights with a high color rendering index from multiple angles rather than a single overhead light. Fluorescent and other overly bright lights should be avoided. Reading the full article at www.IESLightLogic.org provides more detailed guidance on optimizing lighting for applying makeup.
Lighting Design 101 - Wall Grazing And WashingIES Light Logic
The document discusses two lighting techniques - wall washing and wall grazing. Wall washing lights the entire wall from top to bottom at a wide angle, creating a smooth, flat appearance. Wall grazing lights the wall at a narrow angle using closer lights, accentuating texture through shadows. The techniques allow controlling how walls and spaces are perceived. Wall washing highlights smooth surfaces while wall grazing enhances textures like brick and stone.
The document discusses ways to reduce glare from lighting. It defines different types of glare including direct, reflected, discomfort, and disability glare. It provides tips to fix glare such as moving the light source, object, or observer's position. Other suggestions are reducing the brightness of the light source, increasing the brightness of surroundings, and changing the reflectance of surfaces to decrease contrast. The full article about reducing glare can be found on the IESLightLogic.org website.
1. www.IESLightLogic.orgwww.IESLightLogic.org
Light Logic aims to help
consumers learn about
residential lighting best practices,
design, energy efficiency and all
topics regarding lighting a home.
Visit Light Logic at:
www.IESLightLogic.org
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2. The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
Adding lighting controls in your
home, from simple wall switch
dimmers to programmable
control systems add adjustable
voltage to your light fixtures,
will provide multiple benefits.
• Flexibility for the use of
lighting in each room
• Save energy because of
reduced wattage
• Save money
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3. The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
Controls add flexibility to the use of lighting in each
room; for example, dimming to a lower level when the
activity in a room changes during a social gathering or
while watching a movie.
Having the capability to lower lighting levels in any
room allows you to save energy and money.
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4. The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
Commonly called “wallbox” dimmers because they mount
in the box for a wall switch these simple manual control
devices are available in different types as well as
appearance to match other switches in the same room.
Types of Lighting Controls
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5. The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
Four examples of dimmers:
• Integrated: Integrated dimming systems are very
versatile. You can use them to create multiple lighting
presets for one room. Then, a button on the wall or a
wireless control is used to select the settings.
• Touch: Touch dimmers also allow change in lighting with
just one button. You can use one-touch recall to switch
back to the prior level of light, and some touch dimmers
use a lighted indicator to show the current setting.
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6. The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
Four examples of dimmers:
• Slide: Slide dimmers provide manual control of your
lighting. Some slide dimmers also have a button to easily
switch back to the prior setting.
• Rotary: Rotary dimmers are also manual, and they
operate on a dial. Many also have push-button control
that allows you to turn off the light and retain the current
setting.
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7. The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
Scene Controls
More sophisticated programmable control systems enable
switching and dimming of groups of lights in a space to
create preset configuration or scenes in a space recalled at
the touch of a button.
These systems are more expensive than manual dimmers
and switches but offer greater flexibility.
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8. The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
Save Energy & Money
Dimmer switches and other controls systems are a great
additions to your lighting because they save energy. For
example dimming a halogen bulb by 20% saves about
18% of the energy costs to operate it. Dimmer switches
also make your light bulbs last longer.
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9. The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
Save Energy & Money
A halogen light bulb normally lasting 5-6 months can last
up to 3 or 4 years. Unlike incandescent it will increase
bulb life. Dimming fluorescent sources will provide
savings in electricity and the convenience of controlling
light levels.
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Controls
The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
Add Ambience in an Instant
In addition to saving money, dimmer switches will easily
add ambience to any room in your house.
Many dimmer switches can be programmed to change at
certain times or switched easily via touch screens and
wireless controls.
Dimmer switches have advanced greatly from the typical
rotary style dimmers that exist in older homes.
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11. The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
Help Yourself Fall Asleep
Finally, dimmer switches are also useful in the bedroom
to help relax between the days activities and falling
asleep.
Some studies have indicated that lowering the lights one
hour before bedtime will help you fall asleep.
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12. The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
The Benefits of Dimmer and Lighting
Controls
Help Yourself Fall Asleep
With a dimmer switch, you can either lower the lights
manually or program them to lower at a specific time
each night.
This will help you set a regular sleep schedule and train
your body to fall asleep at the same time every night.
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13. www.IESLightLogic.orgwww.IESLightLogic.org
Light Logic aims to help
consumers learn about
residential lighting best practices,
design, energy efficiency and all
topics regarding lighting a home.
Read the full article at:
www.IESLightLogic.org
Friday, August 23, 13