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Getting to know: Philips Dynalite sensors

By definition, a ‘smart’ building is able to vary its state or action in response to varying situations. Philips Dynalite have a range of multifunction sensors that are an integral component for making a building ‘smart’.

Philips Dynalite sensors are fully networked devices that support multiple functions at the same time. This versatility and capability results in coordinated operation across the entire system, allowing every device on the network to respond to environmental changes and user requirements in real time.

All Dynalite sensors include motion and light level sensing to automatically detect occupancy and control lighting levels. These intelligent devices detect the slightest movement and are quick and easy to install, generating savings with minimum effort. Additionally, these sensors can communicate to the building’s HVAC system when rooms are unoccupied, cutting down on unnecessary heating and cooling from third-party systems.

Powerful tasking capabilities allow Dynalite sensors to modify their behavior between business hours and after-hours. Thanks to their network connectivity, they can coordinate multiple lighting groups in other areas when needed, such as lighting a path from an occupied workspace to the nearest exit at night.

This powerful combination of responsiveness and customisable functionality means that users experience safe, comfortable lighting wherever they are, often without ever needing to touch a control panel or interact directly with the system.

Sensor Range

Popular sensor in the Philips Dynalite range include:

DUS360CR

The Philips Dynalite DUS360CR is a recess mountable 360 degree multifunction sensor that combines motion detection (PIR), infrared remote control reception (IR) and ambient light level detection (PE) into one device in applications such as offices, lecture theaters and homes.

  • Motion detection feature – Detects the presence or absence of motion and adjusts lights accordingly.
  • Segmented click-up bezel – Surrounds the motion sensor element and enables a portion of the sensing field to be masked. This prevents nuisance detection from adjacent doorways or corridors.
  • Ambient light level regulation – In applications where it is critical to maintain precise light levels, the PE function reads ambient levels and adjusts artificial light accordingly.
  • Infrared receive capability – Manually adjust light levels using a hand-held remote control, via the inbuilt IR receive sensor of the DUS360CR.
  • Daylight harvesting mode – Delivers automatic energy savings.

Specification sheet
Installation instructions

DUS360CS

The Philips Dynalite DUS360CS is a surface mountable 360 degree multifunction sensor that combines motion detection (PIR), infrared remote control reception (IR) and ambient light level detection (PE) into one device in applications such as hotels, restaurants and homes.

  • Motion detection feature – Detects the presence or absence of motion and adjusts lights accordingly.
  • Segmented click-up bezel – Surrounds the motion sensor element and enables a portion of the sensing field to be masked. This prevents nuisance detection from adjacent doorways or corridors.
  • Ambient light level regulation – In applications where it is critical to maintain precise light levels, the PE function reads ambient levels and adjusts artificial light accordingly.
  • Infrared receive capability – Manually adjust light levels using a hand-held remote control, via the inbuilt IR receive sensor of the DUS360CS.
  • Daylight harvesting mode – Delivers automatic energy savings.

Specification sheet
Installation instructions

DUS90CS

The DUS90CS is wall or ceiling mountable multifunction sensor that combines motion detection (PIR), infrared remote control reception (IR) and ambient light level detection (PE) into one device for applications such as offices, lecture theaters and homes. Manufactured with an IP54 rating, the DUS90CS is resistant to dust and splashing, making it suitable for use in both indoor and sheltered outdoor areas.

  • Motion detection feature — Detects the presence or absence of motion and adjusts lights accordingly.
  • Ambient light level regulation — In applications where it is necessary to maintain even lighting, the PE function reads ambient levels and adjusts artificial light accordingly.
  • Infrared receive capability — Manually adjust light levels using a hand-held remote control, via the inbuilt IR receive sensor.
  • Daylight harvesting mode — Delivers automatic energy savings.
  • Multiple mounting options — The sensor has a 90 degree scan pattern with flexible angle adjustment and can be recessed or surface mounted on a wall or ceiling.
  • IP54 rating — Dust- and splash-resistant housing allows installation in a variety of indoor and outdoor applications.

Specification sheet
Installation instructions

More information

For more information about these sensors, and others in the Philips Dynalite range, check out the latest Philips Dynalite networked sensors brochure.

This wonderful brochure goes into quite a bit of basic detail about how various sensors technologies work:

  • PIR motion sensing
  • Ultrasonic motion sensing
  • Light level sensing
  • Sensor scan patterns
  • Configuration
  • Light level regulation
  • Connectivity

This series of articles focuses on products from the Philips Dynalite networked lighting control portfolio. Many industry professionals regard Philips Dynalite as being the world’s best lighting control system, that I have represented with Lightmoves for many years. SimonLakey

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Smarter Homes Podcast

I am pleased to announce my Smarter Homes Podcast that can be found on Apple Podcasts.

With the evolving world of technology, our homes need to be connected more than ever. Homeowners and residents are faced with many choices and decisions, and numerous technology products and systems. For many, it can be a minefield of electronic complexity and technological confusion, that somehow needs to be embraced – but how? Well, that’s what this podcast is all about… making homes AMAZING!

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Getting to know: Philips Dynalite DDMC802 Multifunction modular controller

The Philips Dynalite DDMC802 provides up to eight configurable output channels, controlled by up to four interchangeable control modules. A selection of control modules is available for a variety of load types.

  • Single controller solution – Control a variety of load types from one device.
  • Four module bays – Accommodates any combination of up to four single modules or two double-size modules.
  • Flexible mounting solution – A DIN-rail mountable device, designed to be installed into the distribution board supplying power to the controlled circuit.
  • Leading edge phase control dimmer module (DGLM105/202/402): Suitable for use with incandescent lamps and some types of dimmable electronic transformers.
  • Trailing edge phase control dimmer module (DGTM104/202/402): Suitable for use with most types of dimmable electronic transformers.
  • Signal dimmer control module (DGBM200) Suitable for 1-10 V, DSI and DALI Broadcast control of digital drivers and transformers.
  • Relay control module (DGRM204): Suitable for controlling most types of switched loads.
  • Fan control module (DGFM102): 400 VA three-speed fan control.
  • Curtain control module (DGCM102): Provides control of curtains, blinds and other motorized window treatments.

Buy multipurpose modular controller…
DDMC802 Multipurpose modular controller

Add modules…
DGFM012 1x 2A Fan control module
DGCM102 1x 2A Curtain control module
DGRM204 2x 4A Replay module
DGBM200 2x Channel ballast module
DGLM105 1x 5A Leading edge dimmer module
DGLM202 2x 2A Leading edge dimmer module
DGLM402 4x 2A Leading edge dimmer module
DGTM104 1x 4A Trailing edge dimmer module
DGTM202 2x 2A Trailing edge dimmer module
DGTM402 4x 2A Trailing edge dimmer module

Specification sheet
Installation instructions

Applications

When this product is supplied, it needs to be configured with the appropriate modules, that need to be carefully installed.

With the top cover removed, the DDMC802 has four slots for installing modules into. Some modules plug into a single slot, and other require two slots. The installation instructions document illustrates the installation process well.

I have found that the most popular application for this product is as an 8x channel trailing edge, phase dimmer. For this application, the following products need to be ordered:

8 Channel TE phase dimmer
1x DDMC802
2x DGTM402

Another popular application, is to control variable sweep fans. For this application (to control a maximum of 4x sweep fans), the following products need to be ordered:

4 Channel variable sweep fan controller
1x DDMC802
4x DGFM102

The multipurpose modular controller is fantastic for home cinemas, demonstration suites, and small units, as they can be configured to control different loads; all from a single controller. 

This series of articles focuses on products from the Philips Dynalite networked lighting control portfolio. Many industry professionals regard Philips Dynalite as being the world’s best lighting control system, that I have represented with Lightmoves for many years. SimonLakey

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Getting to know: Philips Dynalite DACM

The DACM (Dynalite Antumbra Communication Module) is a DyNet communication module that connects to any Antumbra user interface to a Philips Dynalite system. It is most often purchased with an Antumbra application module (e.g. PAxBPA, PATPA, PADPA).

  • Powered by DyNet – Does not require an external power supply.
  • Universally compatible – Works with any AntumbraButton, AntumbraTouch or AntumbraDisplay application module.
  • Onboard processor – Contains all logical and network functions and can be commissioned prior to installation.
  • Functions without application module – Can be installed, wired and tested without application module, avoiding fascia damage during ongoing construction.
  • Pre-configuration – Can store and recall up to 21 configurations using the DIP switch, streamlining the commissioning and installation process.

Update

You may start to notice that the DACM has been updated to a DACM V3, that now has a green label:

  • Original DACM: Black label
  • DACM V2: Blue label
  • DACM V3: Green label

Please upgrade your firmware version based on the device’s microprocessor: firmware version 2.xx for generation one microprocessors or firmware version 3.xx for generation two microprocessors.

For most applications, there will be no performance difference between the DACM V2 and DACM V3.

This series of articles focuses on products from the Philips Dynalite networked lighting control portfolio. Many industry professionals regard Philips Dynalite as being the world’s best lighting control system, that I have represented with Lightmoves for many years. SimonLakey

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Getting to know: Philips Dynalite PDEG vs PDEB Network gateways

The Philips Dynalite product catalog features two ethernet products; the Ethernet Gateway (PDEG), and Ethernet Bridge (PDEB). Many may be familiar with the PDEG ethernet gateway, using it a time clock for scheduling, and wireless programming. Many may be unaware of the more recent addition to the product portfolio, the PDEB ethernet bridge. Let’s take a closer look at these two products, and how they can be used.

PDEG Philips Dynalite Ethernet Gateway

The Philips Dynalite PDEG provides a multipurpose Ethernet connection to a Philips lighting control system. It supports access to the lighting system via a dedicated Philips app as well as providing a web interface delivering access to the inbuilt timeclock and schedule editor functions. It provides bridging functionality between Ethernet backbone and the DyNet fieldbus devices.

  • Large storage capacity – The device stores large project files internally, which apps use to automatically configure their settings. This saves configuration time and ensures accuracy for phone and tablet control.
  • Built-in web server – Allows the user to edit and check system settings via the Network Hardware Checker and System Roll Call tools.
  • No technical skills needed – Inbuilt timeclock and schedule manager allow the user to manage operation and task scheduling without advanced technical knowledge.
  • Powerful custom task engine – Allows users or third-party systems to run macros, such as ‘After Hours’, ‘Shut Down’, ‘Welcome’ and more.
  • Advanced interoperability – Supports management of Philips Dynalite and Philips PoE fittings on a single system.

Practically, for most integrators, the PDEG can be used for the following:

More information
Specification sheet
Installation manual
Commissioning guide

PDEB Philips Dynalite Ethernet Bridge

The Philips Dynalite PDEB provides a cost-effective Ethernet connection to a Philips lighting control system. It provides bridging functionality between an Ethernet backbone and the DyNet fieldbus devices. The PDEB enables the implementation of a trunk and spur topology on large project sites, with the bridge providing a high-speed backbone coupled to many lower speed spurs.

  • Cost-effective – The device provides an economical way to connect the RS-485 DyNet network to an Ethernet network.
  • Internal controls – Programmable logic controller capable of comprehensive conditional and sequential logic and arithmetic function processing, packet filtering and DyNet to DyNet 2 translation.
  • Flexible mounting solution – DIN-rail mountable, designed to be installed into a distribution board or other electrical enclosure.

Practically, for most integrators, the PDEB can be used for the following:

  • Third-party system control integration
  • Ethernet bridge

More information
Specification sheet
Installation manual

Summary

Whilst most projects will incorporate a PDEG ethernet gateway for time clock and scheduling functionality, the PDEB ethernet bridge can be used as a more cost effective solution for integrating third-party control systems, or as a bridge for large systems.

This series of articles focuses on products from the Philips Dynalite networked lighting control portfolio. Many industry professionals regard Philips Dynalite as being the world’s best lighting control system, that I have represented with Lightmoves for many years. SimonLakey