TheisCraft launches Multiload Spectrum
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Jon Theis, director of ThisCraft, says: “Although DALI is far superior to other lighting control standards, not all loads, light fittings or non-dimmable devices are DALI compatible. DALI installations are also typically more expensive than other light dimming protocols due to commissioning costs, which can account for up to a quarter of an initial project price using a standard DALI solution. Plus, any changes to a fully installed addressable DALI system will incur additional site visits and commissioning costs.”
He continues: “TheisCraft has identified the need to address the limitations of DALI with a simple, non-commissionable option for commercial applications - including the residential market - that do not need complex levels of control and expensive technical support.”
The Multiload Spectrum range negates the need for specialist commissioning software and tools or third parties to be involved with the configuration and setup of the control devices.
Jon adds: “This flexible solution disproves the myth that DALI requires expensive and complicated setup costs. The Multiload Spectrum suite of products is an industry-changing development in accessible lighting control technology and will garner significant time and cost savings within commercial settings, such as hotels and office buildings.”
The Multiload Spectrum range comprises six core products, available as a suite or individual components: DALI Power Supply Unit, DALI Switch Interface, DALI Relay, DALI ColourDIM Rotary Dimmer, DALI Phase Dimmer and DALI Passive Infrared Detector (PIR).
A DALI Power Supply Unit (PSU) supplies DC voltage for DALI control devices. The DALI Switch Interface module then allows for two switch gangs of control when used in 'Group' mode and is also available as an emergency test device.
These products can be used as standalone devices and work seamlessly with other manufacturers' equipment to create a complete DALI system. Multiload Spectrum also allows the installer to set each device's DALI groups and individual aspects via a rotary group dial and broadcast or group switch.
The Multiload Spectrum range will soon include a Bluetooth app, which will provide user control over the entire system via the DALI PIR unit.
