What is KNX module?
KNX module is primary used by advanced users to add more choices in their home automation networks. Module allows connection of up to 250 devices and supports two-way communication, meaning that devices can report status.
What is KNX used for?
KNX can be used for all possible functions / applications in home and building control ranging from lighting, shutter control to security, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, monitoring, alarming, water control, energy management, metering as well as household appliances, audio and lots more.
How can I learn KNX?
- Step 1: Learn the basics with the online ETS eCampus.
- Step 2: Configure your virtual smart home device with KNX Virtual.
- Step 3: Extend your KNX knowledge with online KNX Webinars.
- Step 4: Become a certified KNX Partner.
- Step 5: KNX Literature.
How does KNX automation work?
A KNX system ensures each device is connected and properly ‘catalogued’ with a group address and device parameters. It doesn’t matter if it is a sensor, a motor, a camera, or a fireplace. Your KNX system knows where each device is, what it does, and how to communicate with it.
What is KNX cable?
The KNX/EIB cable is a European installation fieldbus BUS cable suitable for use in KNX systems, formerly known as EIB, by KONNEX™. It forms part of ‘green’ building control systems and intelligent building technology, improving comfort levels whilst reducing carbon footprint and running costs.
What are the two types of dimmers?
Most dimmers fall into these four bulb type categories:
- Incandescent and halogen bulbs.
- Dimmable compact fluorescent light bulbs.
- Magnetic Low Frequency (MLV)
- Electronic Low Frequency (ELV)
How does DALI work?
HOW DOES DALI WORK? The core of DALI is a bus – a pair of wires that carries digital control signals from input devices (such as sensors), to an application controller. The application controller applies the rules with which it has been programmed to generate outgoing signals to devices such as LED drivers.
How many dimmers can be on a circuit?
As @Tester101 says, with conventional dimmers, you can only have one dimmer in a circuit if the fixture (or set of fixtures) is being controlled from more than one location.
What is DALI ballast?
DALI stands for Digital Addressable Lighting Interface. How it works: A ballast powers a light fixture and reflects the conditions imposed by the control unit. Each ballast is assigned a specific address with which the control unit communicates. The control unit is the brains of a DALI lighting system.
What is the difference between a circuit and a dimmer?
Dimmer: A device used to control the amount of power available to a load. Most often, a dimmer is used to adjust the intensity of a lighting instrument. Circuit: In Theatre, ‘circuit’ refers to electrical cabling that runs between a power source and a load.
Can I use 2 dimmer switches on the same circuit?
Yes you can have multiple dimmer switches on one circuit.
What is a 3 way dimmer?
With a three-way dimmer, you can control a light with two switches. You will need a three-way dimmer and a three-way switch. This lets you dim from one location and turn the lights on and off from another. If only one switch controls the light, purchase a single-pole dimmer.
How do 3 way dimmers work?
3-Way Dimmer Switches The other switches (you can have more than one) must be on-off switches only. In this setup, the light level is controlled from a single location, whichever light switch you replace with the dimmer switch. The other light switches turn the lights off and on to the level set by the dimmer.
What are the KNX specifications?
The KNX Specifications cover all technical topics of the KNX Standard, from the first contact with the KNX technology, through the specification, certification rules and testing, and application descriptions. The different Volumes and Parts are clearly separated, and intended for the various responsibilities within a company.
Is the KNX glossary of architecture KNX approved?
01.04.00 is a KNX Approved Standard. This document is part of the KNX Specifications v2.1. KNX Standard Glossary Architecture © Copyright 1998 – 2013, KNX Association System Specifications AS v01.04.00 – page 2 of 23
What is included in a KNX installation?
A KNX installation always consists of a set of devices connected to the bus or network. Device models vary according to node roles, capabilities, management features and configuration modes, and are all laid down in the profiles. There are also general-purpose device models, such as for bus coupling units (BCUs) or bus interface modules (BIMs).
What is a KNX device?
KNX (standard) KNX is an open standard (see EN 50090, ISO/IEC 14543) for commercial and domestic building automation. KNX devices can manage lighting, blinds and shutters, HVAC, security systems, energy management, audio video, white goods, displays, remote control, etc.