Engineers Specification
INTELLIGENT LIGHTING CONTROL
Version 3.0, May 2015
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PRE-AMBLE
INTELLIGENT LIGHTING CONTROL
Today’s building owners (residential and commercial) are increasingly demanding advanced levels of automation within
their facilities; optimising occupancy comfort and energy efficiency with the minimum of user input. For these reasons,
you’ve chosen to design Organic Response into your project. The following example specification text should be used as
a guide for completing the tender documentation, noting that there are some areas that must be completed / added to or
deleted from this text to make it suitable for your project. Specifically, Section 4 and Section 5 are only appropriate to
particular projects; thus please select only one of these sections.
As Organic Response is a luminaire-based control solution, it is supplied to the project through
the luminaire manufacturer. To ensure the solution is integrated, ask for an Organic Response
Enabled Luminaire; or similarly, look for the symbol shown on the right.
Lighting Control is one of the most significant ways that we can improve energy use efficiency
and energy management of lighting systems in buildings and reduce global energy consumption.
The inclusion of Organic Response ‘Lighting Control’ is most achievable when this is included in
the design deliberations about the construction of any new building, or the renovation of an
existing building, at the early planning phase.
If you require any further assistance in preparing your specification, we’d be happy to help.
Please contact us or any of our STA partners.
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1.
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The Contractor shall allow the provision, installation, testing and commissioning of a fully functioning Luminare-based
Distributed Intelligence Lighting Control System (LDILCS) as indicated on the contract drawings and as described in this
Specification.
The lighting control system shall provide full occupancy control of lighting in all areas indicated on the drawings and
automatic regulating control of each luminaire output individually, based on the amount of light present in the area.
Each luminaire shall be integrated with a Sensor Node to detect motion and ambient daylight levels and transmit and
receive infrared messages wirelessly to and from adjacent luminaires. This information shall be used by each luminaire
to make an intelligent decision about the appropriate light level required. Where luminaire integration is not appropriate,
allow for the provision and installation of remote Sensor Nodes and associated Sensor Node mounts.
The LDILCS shall be a state of the art non-addressable lighting control system, providing absolute flexibility through
independently controlled intelligent luminaires, that are each configurable from a smart device via a lighting control app.
Traditional wire-based addressable lighting control systems will not be considered.
The Sensor Nodes shall be capable of being configured to provide advanced lighting control capabilities such as: zoning,
scenes and the integration of local wireless infrared wall switches to provide the highest level of occupancy comfort in
addition to Plug and Play lighting control based upon occupancy.
1.1.
System Operation
The entire lighting system, in the areas indicated on the drawings or detailed in this specification, shall be controlled
using LDILCS. On receipt of a presence signal, the Sensor Node shall propagate a proximity limited infrared signal to
each adjacent Sensor Node. This signal shall be propagated onwards until all Nodes within the given area have been
activated (forming an Occupancy Information Cloud or OIC). At each propagation step the signal shall change ‘Level’ to
indicate to the receiving luminaire the distance from the trigger event. Each luminaire shall make an intelligent and
individual decision as to its brightness based on a combination of the Level signal received and local occupancy
information gathered from the motion detector.
1.2. System Capability
1.2.1.
Zones and Zoning
The system shall include 12 independently assignable zones. Each Sensor Node shall be capable of being assigned a
zone. As default, a Node shall be isolated in occupancy response from all other Nodes which have a different zone..
The system shall be capable of instructing each and every zone to respond as required to any other zone hence allowing
infinitely flexible occupancy linking. The system shall also be capable of restoring zone isolation.
The zone that the Sensor Node is placed in shall be readily identifiable by means of the remote application.
1.2.2.
Light Output and Dwell Times
The system shall be capable of allowing each individual luminaire (or Node) to be dimmed to any level via a remote app.
This must include set percentage levels and manual dim up / dim down capability. The system must also be capable of
changing and setting dim levels for entire zones.
The system shall be capable of having key areas of the state diagram readily modifiable via the handheld remote app.
The modifiable parameters shall be as follows;
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Dwell Time (time taken from no occupancy to lowlight state)
Lowlight Time (time spent in no occupancy lowlight state)
Maximum Light Output (The maximum light outputted by the luminaire when occupancy is sensed)
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Lowlight Level (The light outputted when the luminaire is in lowlight state)
Minlight (The light level outputted when no occupancy is present and all dwell states have elapsed)
1.2.3.
System Response to Occupancy
When occupancy is sensed by a luminaire, the system shall be capable of responding by illuminating luminaires
surrounding the occupancy event to a preset level. These preset levels shall be readily modifiable to allow the light
response to be modified. A minimum of 14 preset dynamic occupancy response profiles shall be included. The system
shall include response profile that enables wallwashing or highlighting for vertical illumination requirements.
1.2.4.
Daylight Dimming and Lumen Maintenance
Each Node shall be capable of responding to daylight. Receipt of any ambient light level (i.e. daylight) by any Node will
control its associated luminaire to ensure a predetermined level of illumination is achieved.
Both presence and daylight shall affect each Node independently to ensure lighting is suitably controlled in the direct
vicinity of the Node whilst all surrounding Nodes are informed of any change in occupancy profile to ensure surrounding
luminaires act accordingly.
All luminaires shall have the capability of automatically adjusting their maximum light level settings to account for lumen
depreciation.
1.2.5.
Scenes
All luminaires shall include seven fully configurable scenes and one configurable off scene. Each luminaire shall be
capable of being dimmed to any level and have this level stored as the scene level. Luminaires shall have the abilit y of
being forced to their scene level by means of the handheld remote device, a wireless wall switch or a signal received
from a third party system via a Sensor Node designed for systems integration.
Each scene shall include independently configurable scene exit parameters. These shall include as a minimum, nine
preset scene timeouts, exit on absence and the ability to remain in scene until another signal is received.
An off scene shall be provided also with configurable exit parameters as described above.
Each scene shall include a preset dim level to enable Plug and Play operability of this function without interaction or
configuration if required. However, the contractor shall allow for configuring at least 2No. scenes in every area where
wireless wall switch control is included.
1.2.6.
Start Up Mode
Upon loss of power the LDILCS shall retain all previously set system parameters within a non-volatile memory.
Furthermore, when power is restored, the system shall be capable of automatically powering on into one of the eight
configurable scenes.
1.2.7.
Infrared Transmission
The system shall be capable of having its infrared transmission power altered to enable the increase or decrease of
communication distances. 11 preset transmission powers are required (0%, 10%...100%). The system shall include the
ability to test transmission distances.
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1.2.8.
Node Settings
The system shall have the ability to save the settings of any node at any point during configuration. These settings shall
be stored and made available via the remote app for recalling at any stage in the future. The system shall also include
the ability to restore factory default settings.
1.2.9.
Other Parameters
The system shall include three preset motion sensitivity settings, (i.e. low, medium and high).
Where the system is controlling fluorescent luminaires, the contractor shall ensure that ‘Burn-in Mode’ is activated. Burnin mode shall prevent fluorescent lamps from dimming in the first 100hours of operation. The system shall be capable
starting and stopping burn in mode as required.
1.2.10. Switching
Switching shall be achieved by the use of wireless wall switches (as described in section 2.3 below). Provide wireless
wall switches in the positions located on the drawings.
1.2.11. Continuous Communications
The system shall be capable of ensuring continuous communications via the use of Hard Wired Links (as described in
section 2.4 below). Provide hard wired links as indicated on the drawings or as required to provide continuous infrared
communications.
1.3. Control System
The control system shall include a dimmable ballast controller and Sensor Node integrated into the construction of the
luminaire. Peer-to-peer communication between adjacent luminaires shall be over a Wireless Network type, utilising
infrared wave-length communication on the 38kHz carrier frequency and be a proximity limited signal.
Each intelligent luminaire shall be capable of both receiving and transmitting occupancy information amongst its peers,
without communication to a central control system. Control Systems that require a central processing unit or control PC
will not be considered. In the event of motion being detected by an individual luminaire (trigger event), a dynamic
occupancy response shall be activated.
The dynamic occupancy response shall function as follows:
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Luminaire at detecting Trigger event: Switch on to a pre-determined light level based on available ambient
light and Personality configuration, then send a proximity-limited Level signal to its peers relaying this
occurrence.
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Luminaire receiving Level 1 signal: Switch on to pre-determined Level 1 light output and send a proximitylimited Level 2 signal to its peers relaying this occurrence.
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Luminaire receiving Level 2 signal: Switch on to pre-determined Level 2 light output and send a proximitylimited Level 3 signal to its peers relaying this occurrence.
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Luminaire receiving Level 3 signal: Switch on to pre-determined Level 3 light output and send a proximitylimited Level 4 signal to its peers relaying this occurrence.
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Luminaire receiving Level 4 signal: Switch on to pre-determined Level 4 light output and send a proximitylimited Level 5 signal to its peers relaying this occurrence.
The above communication shall continue through 31 communication Levels. There shall be a minimum of 14 selectable
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dynamic occupancy response profiles.
The communication generated from a trigger event shall extend to all Sensors within IR communication range.
In the event of a Sensor Node or controller becoming inoperable, the rest of the system will continue to operate without
change. Systems that require any operator intervention in the event of failure of any component within the control
system shall not be accepted.
All integrated luminaires shall be supplied with default settings to enable the system to operate with standard functionality
immediately upon installation.
The system shall have a standard two (2) year manufacturer’s ex-factory warranty from the luminaire manufacturer.
Replacement parts shall be available for all hardware for a minimum of seven (7) years from date of purchase. All
product warranties shall be managed by the appointed installing contractor and the luminaire manufacturer.
{OPTION}. The contractor shall allow for an extended warranty of five (5) years on all system hardware. Ensure
the luminaire manufacturer allow for this extended warranty period within the tender sum.
1.4. SITE SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
{OPTION - Include here any site specific requirements your project may have, such as a description of the areas
to be controlled, special control requirements, hours of operation etc}
2.
EQUIPMENT
2.1.
Sensor Nodes
Sensor Nodes shall be located in every luminaire to provide maximum presence detection granularity, control and energy
efficiency. The Sensor Node shall contain an ambient light sensor, a PIR motion detector, an IR transmitter, an IR
receiver and a status LED in a common housing.
Where Sensor Nodes cannot be fully integrated within a luminaire, allow for the supply and installation of remote sensor
nodes and associated housings. In the case of remote sensor node (referred to as Detached Sensor Node) installation,
ensure no other cables are placed within 150mm of the Sensor Node as well as not bundled parallel to the Sensor Node
cable. A maximum of 6 number DALI dimmable luminaires shall be controlled from any single senor node. Allow for the
supply and installation of associated 3 and 5 core interconnecting wiring from the mains supply to the controller (3 core)
and from the controller to the luminaires to be controlled (5 core).
The Sensor Node shall be firmware upgradable in the field, designed with front accessible inputs for simple deployment
of future upgrades.
The Sensor Node shall be shipped with a default IR communication signal power appropriate for all site applications that
are within the manufacturer design guidelines with respect to distance between individual luminaires (no more than 3.0m
between Sensor Nodes) and ceiling to floor height (2.7-3.7m) and shall typically require no site specific adjustment.
Nonetheless, the IR communication signal power shall be configurable so as to allow for site specific, communications
diagnostics and increasing an individual Senor Node’s communication signal power if necessary. All sensor nodes shall
be positioned such that communications are contiguous in all instances.
All configuration data required for normal operation including (but not limited to): Personality, Daylight Dimming target
light levels etc. should reside in the Sensor Node’s non-volatile memory.
2.2.
Controllers
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Each Sensor node shall be complete with a load controller either mounted within the luminaire (for luminaire integrated
Sensor Nodes) or mounted remotely in the case of remote sensor nodes.
All Controllers shall be designed to operate continuously at 100% of rated load. They shall be convection cooled, with no
cooling fans or other forced ventilation employed in order to reduce noise and increase long-term reliability. Systems
that are fan dependent or fan assisted, or which recommend regularly scheduled maintenance for air filtration
components are not acceptable.
The controllers shall be suitable for operation from Single Phase supplies.
Load Controllers shall be able to control commonly available ballasts with the following native communication protocols:
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1..10V and DALI output devices for controlling HF Fluorescent ballasts,
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1..10V and DALI output devices for controlling Pulse Width Modulated (PWM) DC devices for controlling
LED fixtures.
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Any lighting device that uses an analogue or digital dimming protocol.
Output controllers shall comply with the CE EMC Directive and Low Voltage Directive. Systems that only comply with UL
and FCC requirements only will not be acceptable.
Output controllers shall be completely pre-assembled and factory tested by the LDILCS manufacturer.
It shall be possible to simply upgrade the firmware of the load controllers in situ.
All controllers shall be field serviceable and shall not be a “glued shut” device requiring replacement as the only option
for servicing.
The controller shall facilitate ballast power disconnect to reduce building base load.
2.3.
Wireless Wall Switches
Provide and install battery powered wireless wall switches in the locations indicated on the contract drawings. Wireless
wall switches shall include six buttons as follows;
Button
Function
On/Auto
Returns all luminaires in zone to auto operation
Off
Forces lights into programmable off scene
Dim +
Dim lights up by one dim step (press and hold shall
continuously dim up until maximum light output is
achieved)
Dim –
Dim lights down by one dim step (press and hold shall
continuously dim down until all lights switch off)
Scene A
Force all luminaires into preset scene A
Scene B
Force all luminaires into preset scene B
The dimensions of the wireless wall switch shall be as follows; Height; 116mm, Width 19mm, Depth 19mm. The switches
shall include the capability of controlling a single lighting zone.
Wall switches shall be capable of being set to a zone via a smart device app to control the required and similarly zoned
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luminaires.
All switches shall be complete with 4No. AAA alkaline batteries. Rated life of the switch shall be no less than 5 years at
20 button pushes per day.
Ensure wall switches are securely fixed to whichever surface they are required to be mounted on. Use either appropriate
screws or adhesive pads.
2.4.
Hard Wired Link
Where communication is required to cross physical boundaries (ie a door or wall) or where Sensor nodes are positioned
in excess of manufacturers recommended communication distances, allow for a Hard Wired Link (or Link).
The Link shall facilitate the connection of two Sensor Node controllers by means of Cat5 (or above) cable. The Link
module shall connect each cable emanating from the controllers. The link module shall include suitably rated opto
isolators to facilitate connection across phases.
Where a link is required, the contractor shall allow for the associated luminaires (ie the luminaires to be linked together)
to be complete with an accessible auxiliary port to facilitate simple connection. Remote Sensor Node controllers do not
require auxiliary ports.
Auxiliary ports shall consist of a cat5 (or above) cable connected from the controller RJ12 outlet, directly to a recessed
panel mounted RJ12 outlet mounted in a suitably accessible location on the body of the luminaire. Luminaire integrated
Auxiliary ports shall be included at point of luminaire manufacture. Inclusion of auxillary ports post luminaire manufacture
is not acceptable.
2.5.
Infrared Dongles
The system user interface (smart device app) requires an infrared dongle to operate. The contractor shall allow the
provision of a minimum of 5No. infrared dongles unless specified elsewhere in this document.
The dongle shall include an internal rechargeable battery and charge lead and shall be capable of universal control
across iOS and Andriod operating systems.
2.6.
Ethernet Gateway
{OPTION – Where integration to a Centralised Controller (i.e. AV System, BMS) is required, an Ethernet Gateway
shall be included. The Ethernet Gateway shall provide a serial to RS232 convertion to allow TCP/IP
communication between the Centralised Controller and a Remote Sensor Node. This Node shall be capable of
issuing lighting control commands via wireless infrared to either all Nodes within communication range, or any
are all of up to 12 unique zones.
Where the Ethernet Gateway is required to control zones other than that in which it is located, the Contractor
shall allow for configuration of communication pathways between these zones and the Ethernet Gateway.}
2.7.
Lighting Control Equipment Integration
The Sensor Node and controller shall be fully integrated into each scheduled and indicated luminaire at the time of
luminaire manufacture. Any in-situ installation and wiring are not acceptable.
The Sensor Node shall be recess mounted behind a panel in the luminaire, with the sensing protrusion to extrude from
an opening in the luminaire, to be exposed to the illuminated and occupied space. It shall be mounted within three (3)
degrees of the horizontal plane when installed in the ceiling.
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The following recommendations shall be adhered to when completing the Sensor Node integration:
1.
Do not position the Sensor Node such that the lamp can shine light directly onto any of the sensors, i.e. the
motion sensor, ambient light sensor, or infrared receiver.
2.
Follow the ballast manufacturer’s instruction for minimising electromagnetic interference from the ballast, and
apply these principles to the control lines and Sensor Node cable.
3.
Do not run the Sensor Node cable parallel to any other cables in the luminaire. In the case of remote sensor
node (referred to as Detached Sensor Node) installation, ensure no other cables are placed within 150mm of
the Sensor Node as well as not bundled parallel to the Sensor Node cable.
4.
Do not mount the Sensor Node anywhere that is subject to variations in temperature; e.g. near the ballast, near
the lamp, etc. This may cause false triggering of the motion sensor.
The Sensor Node shall be fastened within the luminaire in such a way that it is easily removable.
The controller shall be mounted within the luminaire no more than 1000mm from the Sensor Node and according to
manufacturer’s recommendations.
The integration of the Sensor Node and controller shall not affect the luminaire warranty.
The luminaire manufacturer shall complete all lighting control manufacturer recommended testing and certification
procedures prior to dispatch.
The luminaire shall be packaged such that the Sensor Node is not at risk of relocation during transportation.
2.8.
Alternate Stand-alone Non-dimmed Control
For the purpose of basic on-off occupancy control of down lights within utility/amenity areas, the following configuration
shall be installed
The sensor node shall be installed in a stand-alone housing connected to a remote Load Controller. The Load Controller
shall supply power to a maximum of six (6) DALI/1-10V devices (12mA maximum output, 2mA DALI Spec per device for
non-dimmed stand-alone lighting loads not exceeding 50W each.
The dimming control signal from the Load Controller shall not be connected.
2.9. Alternate Stand-alone Dimmed Control
For the purpose of dimmed occupancy control of luminaires that are not suitable for sensor node integration, the
following configuration shall be installed;
The sensor node shall be installed in a stand-alone housing connected to a remote Load Controller. The Load Controller
shall supply power to a maximum of six (6) DALI/1-10V devices (12mA maximum output, 2mA DALI Spec per device for
non-dimmed stand-alone lighting loads not exceeding 50W each.
The dimming control signal from the Load Controller shall be connected in parallel with each of the individual lights Allow
for the supply and installation of suitably sized 3 and 5 core interconnecting wiring from the mains supply to the controller
(3 core) and from the controller to the luminaires to be controlled (5 core).
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3.
USER INTERFACE CONTROLS
User interface control shall be achieved via the use of a smart device app. No other method of user interface control shall
be considered. Provide a minimum of 5No. infrared dongles
3.1.
Infrared Remote Control
User interface to each Sensor Node shall be available through the use of an iOS (iPhone, iPad or iPod) or Android
(phone or tablet) Touch device along with the requisite infrared dongle, and App. The App shall include the following
control buttons as a minimum:
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Increase luminance (Dim +)
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Decrease luminance (Dim -)
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Restore Maximum Light Setting (Restore Max)
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Setting Maximum Light Level (Set Max)
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Setting Low Light Level (Set Low)
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Setting Minimum Light Level (Set Min)
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Turn single luminaire off (Single Off)
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Turn all luminaires within occupancy information cloud (OIC) off (All Off)
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Setting dynamic occupancy response including:
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Open Floor
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Open Floor Saver
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Corridor
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Closed Office
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Amenities
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Store Room
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Breakout Room
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Super Saver
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All Always On
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100/50/0
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Motion Only
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Demo
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Ripples
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Wall Wash
Setting dwell time (Dwell Time) and Lowlight time
Advanced Optimisation Settings including:
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Daylight Dimming (Calibrate and Enable/Disable)
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Perpetuation of personality, dwell time and max light configuration on OIC (Relay Config)
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Burn-in Mode
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Start up Mode
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Movement sensor sensitivity
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Firmware interrogation
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Security lighting
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Night lighting
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Unoccupied/Out of hours lighting
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Zones
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Scenes
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Infrared Wall Switch set-up
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4. OPTIMISATION AND DOCUMENTATION
{OPTION 1 – This text should be included for simple installations that do not require the setting of zones,
scenes or other advanced functionality. Generally this is suitable in small uncomplicated buildings. Please
Contact Organic Response for clarification if required}
The Contractor shall allow for optimisation of the LDILCS system. Optimisation shall be carried out either by the specified
luminaire manufacturer, the lighting control system manufacturer or an approved Contractor. Where more than one
luminaire manufacturer is providing luminaires that include the specified lighting control system, the entire system shall
be Optimised either by the Lighting Control System manufacturer or an approved Contractor.
4.1.
Pre-Optimisation Checks
The Contractor shall allow to carry out manufacturer required pre-optimisation checks prior to full optimisation of the
system and the completion of necessary pre-optimisation documentation (manufacturer check-list). Allow for the
provision of an infra-red dongle to facilitate these pre-optimisation checks.
Checks shall include but not be limited to;
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4.2.
Ensuring all luminaires controlled by the system are installed
Ensuring all luminaires controlled by the system are powered
Ensuring all luminaires controlled by the system are able to dim to their maximum light output and dim to off.
Ensuring all fluorescent luminaires have been placed into burn-in mode immediately following power-up
Ensuring all luminaires are communicating and noting any instances where this is not the case.
Rectification of any defects prior to optimisation being carried out and confirmation that the system is operating
satisfactorily.
Pre-Optimisation Operation
Once the system is installed, powered and pre-optimisation checks have been successfully completed, it shall operate
satisfactorily without any further interaction. The system shall operate according to default settings.
SYSTEM PARAMETER
Light Level --‐ Max
Light Level --‐ Min
Light Level --‐ Low
Dwell Time
Lowlight Time
Personality
Daylight Dimming
Motion Sensitivity
Burn In Mode
Zone
Scene 0 dimming level
Automatic scene exit --‐ Scene 0
Scene 1 dimming level
Automatic scene exit --‐ Scene 1
Scene 2 dimming level
Automatic scene exit --‐ Scene 2
Scene 3 dimming level
Automatic scene exit --‐ Scene 3
Scene 4 dimming level
Automatic scene exit --‐ Scene 4
Scene 5 dimming level
Automatic scene exit --‐ Scene 5
Scene 6 dimming level
SENSOR NODE DEFAULT
100.00%
0.00%
10.00%
10min
10min
Open Floor
Disabled
High
Disabled
1
50%
Exit on absence
10%
Exit on absence
90%
Exit on absence
70%
Exit on absence
25%
Exit on absence
100%
Exit on absence
Maxlight
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Automatic scene exit --‐ Scene 6
Scene 7 dimming level (fixed)
Automatic scene exit --‐ Scene 7
IR Transmission Power
Startup Mode
4.3.
Exit on absence
0%
Exit on absence
30%
ORES auto mode
Optimisation
The lighting control system shall be optimised post installation to meet all the requirements set down in this specification
in order to minimise energy consumption and increase occupancy comfort. The system shall be set up initially in
accordance with the [client's and/or consultant's] instructions and left working.
System Optimisation shall include, where default settings are not desired, the setting of the following parameters;
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Maximum Light Output
Lowlight Output
Minimum Light
Dynamic Occupancy Response (Personality)
Dwell Time
Calibration of Daylight Dimming
Burn-in Mode
Modification of Motion Sensitivity settings (if required)
To ensure optimum outcome, the contractor shall make every effort to ensure this process is carried out once the
building is occupied. As a minimum, the process must be carried out when all furniture is in place.
4.4.
Record Documentation
The contractor shall allow for a record to be kept of all settings carried out in every area where the lighting control system
is installed. A record of the settings along with the manufacturers user guide shall form the record documentation.
System settings shall be provided in spreadsheet format.
4.5.
Training
The Contractor shall allow the attendance of the lighting control manufacturer to train a minimum of three Client staff in
the operation of the system. Allowance shall be made for a minimum of 2 hours training.
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5. Testing Commissioning and Documentation
{OPTION 2 – This text should be included for more advanced installations that require the setting of zones,
scenes or other advanced functionality. This will be suitable for medium to large installation or installations that
are more complex in nature. Please Contact Organic Response for clarification if required}
The Contractor shall allow for the testing, commissioning and documentation of the LDILCS system. Testing,
Commisioning and documentation shall be carried out either by the specified luminaire manufacturer, the lighting control
system manufacturer or an approved Contractor. Where more than one luminaire manufacturer is providing luminaires
that include the specified lighting control system, the entire system shall be commissioned either by the Lighting Control
System manufacturer or an approved Contractor.
5.1.
Pre-Commissioning Checks
5.2.
Pre-Optimisation Checks
The Contractor shall allow to carry out manufacturer required pre-optimisation checks prior to full optimisation of the
system and the completion of necessary pre-optimisation documentation (manufacturer check-list). Allow for the
provision of an infra-red dongle to facilitate these pre-optimisation checks.
Checks shall include but not be limited to;
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5.3.
Ensuring all luminaires controlled by the system are installed
Ensuring all luminaires controlled by the system are powered
Ensuring all luminaires controlled by the system are able to dim to their maximum light output and dim to off.
Ensuring all fluorescent luminaires have been placed into burn-in mode immediately following power-up
Ensuring all luminaires are communicating and noting any instances where this is not the case.
Rectification of any defects prior to optimisation being carried out and confirmation that the system is operating
satisfactorily.
Shop Drawings
The Contractor shall allow to produce shop drawings fully detailing the operation and commissioning requirements of the
system. These drawings shall be prepared in conjunction and in support of the design documentation and shall be
produced by either the Luminaire manufacturer, the lighting control manufacturer or an approved Contractor. Where
more than one luminaire manufacturer is providing luminaires that include the specified lighting control system, the shop
drawings shall be produced either by the Lighting Control System manufacturer or an approved Contractor
The shop drawings shall include but not be limited to the following;
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Final luminaire and node locations
Wireless wall switch locations
Hardwired link locations
All lighting control system settings required in all areas (jn spreadsheet format)
Individual luminaire settings (where required)
Zones and zone references
Zone linking
Message pathways
Scene setting locations and requirements
The drawings shall be produced in colour and at a suitable scale and no less than 1:100. The drawings shall be suitable
to enable accurate commissioning of the system.
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5.4.
Pre-Commissioning Operation
Once the system is installed, powered and pre-commissioning checks have been successfully completed, it shall operate
satisfactorily without any further interaction. The system shall operate according to default settings.
5.5.
Commissioning
The lighting control system shall be commissioned post installation to meet all the requirements set down in this
specification and in compliance with the shop drawings.
System Commissioning shall include, where default settings are not desired, the setting of the following parameters;
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Maximum Light Output
Lowlight Output
Minimum Light
Dynamic Occupancy Response (Personality)
Dwell Time and Lowlight time
Calibration of Daylight Dimming
Zoning
Zone linking
Message pathways
Scenes
Burn-in Mode
Modification of Motion Sensitivity settings (if required)
Wall switch set up
Modification of infrared transmission power (if required)
Start Up mode
To ensure a premium outcome, the contractor shall make every effort to ensure this process is carried out when the
building is occupied. As a minimum, the process must be carried out when all furniture is in place.
5.6.
Record Documentation
The Contractor shall allow for a record to be kept of any on-site deviation from the shop drawings. The shop drawings
shall be modified accordingly and submitted, along with the manufacturers User Guide as record Documentation.
5.7.
Training
The Contractor shall allow the attendance of the lighting control manufacturer to train a minimum of three Client staff in
the operation of the system. Allowance shall be made for a minimum of 4 hours training.
6. APPROVED MANUFACTURERS
The Lighting Control equipment shall be manufactured by:
Organic Response Pty Ltd
47 Little Hoddle St
Richmond 3121 VIC
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