smart lighting

Smart lighting is a lighting technology designed for energy efficiency. This may include high efficiency fixtures and automated controls that make adjustments based on conditions such as occupancy or daylight availability. Lighting is the deliberate application of light to achieve some aesthetic or practical effect. It includes task lighting, accent lighting, and general lighting.

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    Prepping For Shelly Dimmers

    Hi, Hopefully some of the Shelly experts on the forum will see this message! I need a bit of help designing some new lighting circuits to fit Shelly Dimmer 2s to later with lots of 2 way switching. Sorry it is a bit of Jackanory! My Dad has downsized to a flat which he is having renovated...
  2. nick farrow 100

    zigbee gu10 colour problem

    hi everyone ive bought 6 zigbee gu10 colour lamps to run with my hue set up and one will not connect? I bought another and still have the same problem ive changed the hz setting in the hue app and my router is running dual Chanels can someone put me out my misery please
  3. R

    Best Option for SMART Led Light Panels

    I'm building an extension and have five 1200x300mm LED panels recessed into the ceiling. I want to make them smart LED panels that will work with my Samsung SmartThings home automation setup and Alexa but I am undecided which option to go with: a smartswitch at the wall (all fittings have a...
  4. J

    Smart switches connectivity

    Evening guys. I’m very new to Smart lighting and switches and have been trying to plan for implementing it into a house we are currently building. I thought I’d got it nailed down until today when a comment from a supplier has thrown me right off! Basically, I’m looking to use Philips Hue...
  5. BenjoJ

    Smart switch module

    Hi all. I’ve use MoesGo smart switch modules and dimmers successfully a few times on my main lights, but I’m trying to wire one to my manufacturer-fitted kitchen LEDs and it’s not having it. The wiring to me looks very simple - all the same live and neutrals, but as soon as I run the wiring...
  6. J

    Is there a simple solution to this?

    Dear AVForum-ers, I have what I hope is a simple to solve problem, but I'm getting stuck looking for a solution to it, so I thought I would ask people who have a lot more experience than me for some pointers (thanks in advance). The scenario: There is a lighting circuit in a bathroom. There is...
  7. irvsax

    Smart Switch / Bulbs Problem

    So, I have been going round this for months trying to work out the best solution.... I have kitchen ceiling spots (18 of them, possible with some more to be added). They are currently on a two gang switch. I want to make them 'Smart'. I have considered various options including getting Ajax...
  8. H

    Question Smart switch/dimmer

    I have a set of lights in my ceiling that I can control via RF dimmer/switch. It’s over 10 years old. I would like to replace the RF controller with smart home dimer/switch. I’m deep in to Apple eco system so it has to be Apple Home kit complatiable. It has be to able to handle 400W load...
  9. N

    Question Help Integrating Existing LEDs and New Smart Lighting

    I currently have 2 banks of Ansell dimmable LED lights in my through-lounge. They are operated with a Varilight 2 gang dimmer switch. I'm also having a single-storey extension built that comprises of a family area and kitchen. The kitchen has a kitchen island and the thinking is to put an LED...
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    Question Questions about Fibaro light switch modules

    Hi all, I have some questions about the Fibaro light switch modules which I'm hoping people on here will know the answer to: Does the Single Switch 2 module have a minimum load? I'm asking because I'm looking to use this module where I've got say a couple of downlights (say 5W each) and a pair...
  11. A

    Smart socket recommendations?

    Hello, Currently, I have around a dozen TP Link smart plugs dotted around the house, although they do the job, they are bulky, and ugly as sin. I'm moving house in 3-4 months, and I will be looking at changing all double / single sockets to smart sockets, plus all light switches. Could...
  12. S

    Answered Kitchen lighting - How to mix 'smart bulbs', lighting strips & vintage dimmable led bulbs?

    I'm currently in the process of knocking through my kitchen wall, to make an open plan kitchen-diner. I'm going for a modern meets industrial style using a lot of greys, whites and wood. To complete the look, I want to use LED smart bulbs (either Phillips Hue or LIFX ideally, but open to...
  13. markcannan

    LG B8 OLED Help needed

    Hi all I have recently bought LGs 65” B8 OLED and am amazed by it. To add some mood into the room, I have also bought Koogeek’s LS1 Smart USB strip lights. My problem is: when I connect the lights to the usb on the tv, they flash and don’t stay on perminantly, but when I plug them into a usb...
  14. solosheep

    Best 2way Smart light Switches - Have Neutral wire

    Hello Guys I have had to sign up as new users as I have lost my old account I hope you can help. I’m looking for some smart light switches and I have had some success with Sonoff units which are 1 way. However, when it comes to 2 way switches this is where I have some issues. I would like...
  15. Baldfox

    The Smarthome Book - Anyone considering upgrades?

    Hey guys, I've just released an ebook on smarthomes. I've looked around and most of the ebooks I found were either focused on working with alexa/siri, or go completely the opposite end of the spectrum and focus on the more complex side of things like programming Arduino's or AMX/Crestron style...
  16. Melon

    Question HomeKit compatible light switches

    I am finally looking into some smart home lighting as I’ve convinced my missus it’s a good idea. At the moment all I want is one bulb to be controlled by our HomePod. So we can just say turn on/off the light. Do I need to buy a hub or is there just a bulb or light fitting I can get which...
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