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Sun, 1899-12-31 18:00
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Lighting controls give you the flexibility to design a lighting plan with multiple uses and decorative effects. With the touch of a button, today's sophisticated dimming systems enable you to:
- Lower light level to conserve energy and increase bulb life.
- Vary the mood of a room.
- Alter the intensity of the light to suit the activity.
- Create and save a number of different lighting scenes in each room.
- Lighting controls should be an integral part of the lighting design of each room.
Types Of Controls
1. Integrated dimming systems allow you to create multiple preset lighting scenes within a room. Scenes can be recalled with the touch of a button from a single wall box or with hand held wireless remote controls.
2. Touch dimmers allow you to vary the intensity of the lighting while depressing a button. These systems permit one-touch recall of the previous lighting level. Some are equipped with indicator lights that provide a continual readout of the lighting intensity.
3. Slide dimmers provide full-range, manual dimming control. Some are equipped with a touch-button that allows you to return to the previous lighting level. Others have an indicator light that glows in the dark for easy location.
4. Rotary dimmers provide full-range, manual dimming control. Some are equipped with a push-button operation that allows you to turn the light on and off and return to the previous lighting level.
Also See:
Lighting Can Make a Difference
Basic Types of Lighting
The Shapes and Forms of Lighting
Lighting Controls
Lighting Sources
Energy Savings and Efficiency
Track Lighting
Recessed Lighting
Designing with Light
Other Features
