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The German manufacturer Enertex presents its unique dimmer for LED strips KNX LED Dimmsequenzer 20A/5x with unique features on the market.

 

This novelty is a great advantage! Now, with LED strips that include RGB+CCT (Correlated Color Temperature) technology we have the opportunity to combine the RGB part with the cool white and warm white control part, automatically generating softer colors and a wider white range, among many other functions.

 

Until now, for RGBW lighting, a dedicated RGB color adjustment component independent of the color temperature or white component was required, where the adjustment had to be performed on each of them individually, i.e. in 2 steps. Now, the RGB+CCT technology allows to manage colors and white light in an improved way compared to the usual way.

Enertex has been the first to introduce this mode to the market in the current generation of KNX devices and calls it "RGB extended" and "TW extended".

For the examples described below, RGB+CCT LED strips are considered, which have 3 emitting diodes: One diode with 3 colors for RGB and another 2 white light diodes to achieve dimming within the range of approximately 2,700K to 6,000K.

EXAMPLE OF "EXTENDED RGB":

- Requirement: To achieve a Smoothed Blue tone, taking into account the white tones:

- Normal solution: In normal RGB application or when automatic blending is disabled, to achieve this effect, you have to reduce the saturation, i.e. it is achieved by setting the Blue color to 100% and blending the R and G channels by 50% each.

- Solution with Enertex: Allows the two white channels to be mixed automatically when the saturation of a color value is lowered. This results in a "nicer" white tone than the white tone mixed by the RGBW colors, achieving softer colors, avoiding adjusting the saturation.

The calculation of the color values and the mixing of the white channel is done internally in the device and does not have to be parameterized by the user. Only the desired color temperature of the white LEDs has to be specified.

EXAMPLE OF "EXTENDED TW":

- Requirement: Extend the white range at the lower and upper end of those allowed by the LED strip whites (2,700K to 6,000K):

- Solution with Enertex: The "Extended-TW" application makes it possible to extend the color temperature range of the adjustable white channel by automatically mixing the R, G and B color channels in the same channel, in addition to the temperature values of the two white channels. The user does not have to perform any complex calculations or tests with each individual luminaire. Only the light temperature of the white LEDs has to be specified. The Enertex algorithm automatically determines the optimum control.

Parameterization:

- Warm white color temperature: 2,700 K

- Cool white color temperature: 6,000 K

- Minimum value: 1,000 K

- Maximum value: 10,000 K

 

With TW-Extended, by mixing the three RGB color channels, the warm white range is extended down to 1,000 K and the cool white range is extended up to 10,000 K.

So if you are looking for a LED strip for environments where there is indecision about which LED strip to install (RGB, white temperature control, etc..) or you need a control with automatic white balance or HCL (Human Centric Light), then the combination of RGB+CCT LED strips together with the Enertex dimmer is just what you need.

Among many other features, it can control up to 5 RGB+CCT channels and up to 20 A in total* and with a maximum cable length of 50 m* between the dimmer and the lamp (*see configuration in data sheet).

It also supports scenes, sequences, time and day controlled color temperature control (HCL) as well as KNX Data Secure.

The channel assignment in the ETS can be freely configured from all of the following options:

- 5x independent channels (c.i)

- 1x RGB+CCT

- 1x RGBW + 1x c.i.

- 1x RGB + 2x c.i.

- 1x RGB + 1x Tunable White (TW)

- 2x TW + 1x i.c.

- 1x TW + 3x c.i.

 

OUTSTANDING FEATURES:

- Five channels, pulse-modulated, max. 20 A total.

- Dimming power up to 480 W

- Variable input and output voltage from 5 to 48 V.

- Also suitable for lamps with high inrush currents (up to 100 A).

- Integrated protection against overvoltage and undervoltage, overcurrent (selective), overtemperature, polarity inversion

- Additional protection functions for power supply and lighting

- Commissioning functions via integrated display and buttons

- Free configuration of the channels

- Accessible in RGB or HSV color space

- Four dimming curves with soft dimming as well as PWM frequencies between 200 and 1200 Hz for optimum dimming results

- RGBCCT - RGBW: extended white balance or extension of tunable white color temperature space by adding R/G/B

- Automatic color temperature mimicking of incandescent lamps (Dim2Warm)

- Time-of-day dimming and day-dependent white control (Human Centric Lighting / HCL)

- Staircase lighting function

- More than 20 predefined sequences and up to 5 freely configurable sequences in RGB or TW operating mode

- Dimming and sequencing, scenes, bit scenes and blocking functions

- Measurement of voltage, current, power, temperature and telegram rate per channel

- Channel-dependent energy and cost meters

- Control of an external KNX switch actuator to switch off the power supply to the LEDs

- Easy installation: no external fuses or distribution terminals required, approved for cable lengths of up to 50 m

- Intelligent generation of pulse patterns to match the load of the power supply (increases the lifetime of the LED power supply)

- Optional encrypted communication with the KNX Data Secure protocol

- Available in two different formats:

        Ceiling version - Ref. 1174-DK

         DIN rail mounting version - Ref. 1174-REG

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NEW MDT SAFETY MODULE

The new security module SCN-SAFE.01 prevents all ETS access to a KNX installation: such as programming and deprogramming of bus devices on the KNX line.

This significantly increases the security of the line and makes it completely protected. It is no longer possible to manipulate the programming of the devices. The safety function starts automatically after bus voltage recovery / programming of the safety module.

Deactivation of the safety function is possible depending on the set safety level via the device control buttons and/or with the safety password via telegrams.

The integrated device control system also allows up to 100 KNX devices to be monitored continuously. When a KNX device is missing or stops responding due to a defect, an alarm message is sent.

Events such as an unauthorized programming process or a missing bus device are indicated by an alarm LED on the device, sent as an alarm object and additionally stored as a time-stamped plain text message in the internal memory of the security module.

FEATURES:

• Increases the security of the protected line and protects against tampering.
• Easy to install in existing KNX installations
• Locks the connection and prevents programming and downloading of KNX devices inside the line
• The safety function starts automatically after bus voltage recovery and/or programming of the safety module
• The safety function can be temporarily deactivated by pressing the device button or with a 14-byte telegram
• Monitoring function for detection of a faulty device on the line
• Active or passive monitoring of up to 100 KNX devices
• Alarm is stored as a plain text message in the device's internal memory
• Fast download of applications (long-frame support for ETS5)
• Production in Germany, certified according to ISO 9001 standard
• 3 years warranty

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What's new in the Iddero Mobile app
Iddero has just published a new version of the Iddero Mobile app for remote control of Iddero VERSO+IP screens from smartphones and tablets.

This new version (1.3.1) introduces the possibility of editing time schedules directly from the app , as well as various usability improvements and adaptations necessary for better performance in the most recent versions of Android and iOS.

Let's mention the main features of Iddero Mobile:

- Remote control of VERSO + IP both in the local network and through the cloud, thanks to the Iddero cloud service ( idderocloud ),totally transparent for the user.

- Very simple configuration, scanning a QR code from the app.

- The visualization shown by the app to control the VERSO+IP is identical to that of the device itself , which greatly simplifies its use for the end user.

- Push notifications to receive immediate notifications immediately before any incident in the house.



Did you know...? An update is planned shortly to also integrate the remote control of the Iddero HC3 and HC3L touch screens through the app.

Download Iddero Mobile on your iOS or Android device from the following links:
App Store
Google Play




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We start this year with very positive news. Now we have in our facilities a high quality laser engraver to customize your push buttons, thermostats, etc.

The Rosa Metal push buttons and thermostats, by manufacturer EAE, are the best example. Quality products at a fantastic prices, which you can now customize for your projects at no additional cost *, creating unique pieces.

The goal is to always provide a better and faster service. Send your texts, logos and designs to our sales team; we will adapt them to obtain a spectacular final result.

* Until the end of 2021.



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New 55 &63 series!
Push Button Smart 55 with colour display
The Push Button Smart 55 with colour display is available in following versions:
BE-TAS5504.01    Push Button Smart 55    4-fold with colour display, white glossy finish
BE-TAS55T4.01    Push Button Smart 55    4-fold with colour display, with temperature/humidity sensor

Description
The MDT Push Button Smart 55 releases KNX telegrams depending on the paramerization after pressing the buttons. The RGBW status LEDs can be controlled with internal or external objects. The LED brightness is controllable via day/night or brightness object. In addition to switching, dimming, blinds, scenes or sending values, a lot more functions are available. The Push Button Smart 55 has 4 integrated logic blocks.

FEATURES:
- Production in Germany certified according to ISO 9001
- Fits 55mm systems/ranges
- Active colour display for function and status indication
- Adjustable background colour of the display (white or black)
- Automatic display brightness via light sensor and day/night object
- Visualisation of indoor/outdoor temperature and time
- With temperature/humidity sensor for room temperature measurement (not BE-TAS5504.01)
- Additional functions for temperature setting and operation mode (not BE-TAS5504.01)
- New multi touch function, sends up to 4 values/DPTs
on the same or different objects
- Innovative group control with long/extra long button press
- 1 and 2 button operation for switching, dimming, shutters, values
- Symbols and plain text adjustable for each button/function
- Short/long button push and 2 objects
- Installation in an installation box with included support ring
- Recommended installation height: 1,05 - 1,20m
- No additional power supply required
- Integrated bus coupling unit
- 3 years warranty

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