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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

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

Here you have new fimware updates by ISE.

New firmware version: ISE SMART CONNECT KNX SONOS

From now on the ISE SMART CONNECT KNX SONOS will be delivered in version 3.0

Now you can control up to ten (previously five) Sonos master devices and up to 5 slaves per master via KNX. Optionally, each room can be operated separately or via the party mode at the same time in the whole house.

All new features at a glance:

- Dynamic group formation for up to 10 groups (previously 5) with one master each and up to five slaves
- Random playback of titles in playlists
- Random start point in a playlist
- Repeat of playlists
- Device website in a new, user-friendly design

You can update the device via the integrated function on the device website.
Details and technical specifications can be found here.


New firmware version: ISE SMART CONNECT KNX LOEWE

From now on the ISE SMART CONNECT KNX LOEWE will be delivered in version 2.1
With the new firmware update for the ISE SMART CONNECT KNX LOEWE it is possible to send key codes of your remote control via KNX to your Loewe device.
So you can, for example, replace the TV remote control with a KNX based visualization or create your own scenes via KNX by combining different key codes, like e.g. a sleep function.
You can update the device via the integrated function on the device website.
Details and technical specifications can be found here.


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ISE presents his new firmware versión and 3 new products this moth. Read about all products then:

New firmware version: ISE SMART CONNECT KNX REMOTE ACCESS
-Use 50 notifications (e-mail, SMS*, voice call*, IFTTT)
-Enter threshold values for notifications, e.g. for temperature fluctuations
-The Remote Access is now "KNX Secure Ready" (currently only for gateways that are delivered with firmware 4.0 ex factory)
*Chargeable additional service sms77 or Messagebird.
The device can be updated using the integrated function on the device web page, or you can use the current firmware with the firmware update tool

ISE SMART CONNECT KNX LOEWE
Smart home entertainment with Loewe and KNX
Via the new gateway ISE SMART CONNECT KNX LOEWE, up to two televisions can be integrated into the KNX and adapted completely to meet your own requirements. Set your imagination free.

A smart start to your day
The day begins, the blinds open and light slowly fills the bedroom. The motion detector records that you have gotten up and switches the television on in the kitchen to show the day’s news.
Lights, camera, action for an evening movie
Start your movie night by switching on the television. The blinds darken the room automatically and a matching lighting mood brings a suitable atmosphere into the room.

Leaving the house
When you leave your house, your smart home switches into absence mode. This not only switches lighting off, but also puts the television into standby. Or perhaps you want it to become part of an occupied-home simulation. It’s entirely up to you.

Plus points:
-Perfect integration of Loewe TV devices in application scenarios
-Integrate messages into TV, e.g. “Washing machine is finished” or “Motion detected in garden”
-Use TV devices also in absence mode

ISE SMART CONNECT KNX VIEGA
Innovative single-room controll - now VIEGA and KNX take care of things together.
The ISE SMART CONNECT KNX VIEGA integrates the innovative Fonterra Smart Control single-room control by viega into the KNX system.
Up to five base stations can be controlled with the ISE SMART CONNECT KNX VIEGA. Up to 8 room temperature controllers and 12 outlets can be connected to each of these base stations.

Intelligent energy saving
During longer periods of absence, such as holidays or business trips, you can simply set the system into absence mode. You can also define your scheduled return time. The system will make sure that the heating is on at the right time, whilst saving considerable energy during the remaining period.

A comfortable temperature at just the right time
Cosy warmth in the bathroom in the morning, soothing coolness in the bedroom at night. The Fonterra Smart Control will take care of the rest.

While you’re away
With remote access, such as the ISE SMART CONNECT KNX REMOTE ACCESS and a KNX visualisation, you can easily adjust the temperature to suit your individual requirements even when you’re not at home.

Plus points:
-Saving energy during longer absences
-Integration of panel heating into usage scenarios
-Integration into visualisations, e.g. Gira HomeServer, Gira X1
-Absence mode and scheduled return can be configured
-Hydraulic balancing takes place automatically and permanently

ISE KNX RF USB-Stick
Convenient and wireless access to a KNX installation from a PC or laptop.
The new KNX RF USB-Stick serves as an interface to KNX installations via radio, using the KNX RF standard. This enables the communication of KNX devices with PC tools.

Plus points:
-Wireless communication between PC and KNX/RF (radio)
-Start-up and troubleshooting via ETS5 or higher
-Supports longer telegrams (extended frames)
-Supports the start-up of KNX/RF Secure devices
-No additional USB driver required

The product pages in the Futurasmus web:
ISE SMART CONNECT KNX REMOTE ACCESS
ISE SMART CONNECT KNX LOEWE
ISE SMART CONNECT KNX VIEGA
ISE KNX RF USB-Stick

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Only until June 30. On the occasion of the Light & Building 2018, from Futurasmus we have been regularly launching special offers from different manufacturers, including:

Room controllers
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Gateways
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Screens
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Inputs modules
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Actuators
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Web servers
Access control with finger print
Screens

IDDERO


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ARCUS


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DINUY


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ESYLUX


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