Radio wave controller for residential lighting automation and control system for residential lighting automation

Abstract

The present application pertains to a radio wave controller for residential lighting automation and a control system for residential lighting automation, said controller being used in residential lighting automation systems employing solid-state lighting (SSL) fixtures and / or lamps, LEDs in this case, enabling sector-based actuation via radio waves for switching on / off, adjusting luminous intensity, changing colour and programming schedules. The controller enables said sector-based actuation and adjustments independently. The essential novel technical effect lies in a set of controllers supporting groups of lighting fixtures in several different sectors, actuating them independently using radio waves.

Description

RADIO WAVE CONTROLLER FOR RESIDENTIAL LIGHTING AUTOMATION AND CONTROL SYSTEM FOR RESIDENTIAL LIGHTING AUTOMATION Subject:

[0001] This invention patent relates to a controller used in home automation lighting systems that utilize solid-state lighting fixtures and / or lamps (LEDs in this case) via radio waves. This controller allows for sectorized activation for on / off switching, light intensity changes, color changes, and schedule programming. The controller allows for such independent sectorization and activation. A key new technical benefit is the fact that a set of controllers supports several different sectors of luminaire groups, activating them independently using radio waves. State of the Art:

[0002] Current automated residential lighting control and activation systems utilize data transmission via internet networks, such as Wi-Fi, cable, Bluetooth, LoRaWAN, or other methods. Currently, LED luminaires are widely used in various environments, in furniture or as ambient lighting, especially LED strips arranged in ceiling or floor sconces. In many cases, several different types of lighting can be used in a single room, such as a living room: lighting inside a bookcase, in ceiling sconces, in niches and shelves, in wall accents, etc. Current systems support multiple channels, meaning several different types of lighting in a single room, using a distributor and a converter connected to a low-voltage power source. Each channel is individually controlled via a switch or remote control, using the local network and / or the internet.This control includes turning on and off and changing the color, when the lighting includes this. possibility. In general, each light fixture and distributor set has a practical power limit that it can handle, determined by the source.

[0003] Regarding patent references, it is known by document PI1 102168-3, filed on May 3, 2011, titled "LED printed circuit lamp with radio frequency connectivity using Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, ZigBee, Wi-Max, or any other wireless data transmission standard," which describes a printed circuit board with LED lamps installed to operate in conjunction with a data transmission system and using the most common wireless communication standard protocols on the market: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or ZigBee. Both systems (lighting and connectivity) have the following purposes: the first is to provide ambient lighting using printed circuit lamps, and the second is to connect the lamp to remote control systems.

[0004] This document exemplifies a common technique that uses data transmission over different types of networks using the internet as a medium. There are several drawbacks to this approach, including the fact that fluctuations in the internet network make it very difficult to control automation in terms of sectorization, in addition to the fact that a lack of internet signal renders control completely unfeasible. For example, a specific method of activating different paths in the same environment is invalidated when the internet goes down, resulting in a system that is inoperable. Another important factor is that the known methods for this type of multi-path system do not allow for changing the lighting intensity, known as dimming.

[0005] It is important to note that the internet service is offered by telecommunications operators and, within the customer's installation, they normally use wireless communication devices (Wi-Fi routers / repeaters, for example) that operate in bands. radio controlled by ANATEL (National Telecommunications Agency), which vary between (but not limited to) 2400 to 5000 MHz, depending on the infrastructure of each region and existing usage licenses.

[0006] Document PI9605455-7, filed on 25 / 20 / 1996 and titled "Computer-Based Remote Control of Public Lighting," describes a public lighting control system consisting of a central station that sends radio wave commands to small, microprocessed controllers that each control a streetlight lamp. This document describes the fact that the commands sent by the central station are digital, allowing each lamp to be individually controlled using a single carrier frequency. It does not provide further details about the system's components.

[0007] In no known technique can the automation of residential LED lighting be observed using the components, containing the arrangement and functionalities found in the present application. Inventive Concept:

[0008] This Radio Wave Controller for Residential Lighting Automation uses radio waves preferably at frequencies of 292, 299, 315, 325 or 433 MHz for data transmission and was developed, in this way, to meet the following main objectives: - transmit the data required to activate a set of multiple LED lighting paths in a residential environment, performing the on / off function, changing the intensity and changing the color; and - allow the transmission of data necessary to activate multiple sets of multiple LED lighting paths, when these sets are associated in parallel, without a total physical limit on the number of these associations.

[0009] Likewise, the Residential Lighting Automation Control System was developed to meet the following main objectives: - allow control of all LED lighting paths and a residential environment continuously, without interruptions, using radio waves, via a wired or wireless control center, and - allow different lighting effects in residential environments through the use of a lower-cost, easy-to-install system, and, most importantly, without the need for an internet network or other data network to be available on site.

[0010] The fact that this controller and system does not use internet networks, but rather radio waves at preferred frequencies, is in practice an important innovation because, in addition to allowing stability in programming related to the selection of paths, intensity and color, it allows it to be installed in remote locations and operated with better stability and lower cost.

[0011] To this end, the controller consists of a radio receiver with an internal antenna, connected to a light intensity controller, a programming center, and a radio transmitter, also with an internal antenna. Optionally, to change the color of the luminaires, in addition to the fact that they have this internal multi-color function, the connection cable to the luminaires must be replaced with a multi-core cable, maintaining the same layout as the other elements.

[0012] The radio receiver uses low frequencies, preferably 292, 299, 315, 325, or 433 MHz. The protocol used for communication is suited to low data transmission rates, which makes it simple and inexpensive to manufacture, unlike when other frequencies and protocols such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are used. example, which require components, both software and hardware, that are elaborate and significantly more expensive.

[0013] The system includes the aforementioned controller, installed alongside a power supply capable of supplying the necessary power for the proper operation of the luminaires, cables, and one or more luminaires on each track. These tracks are connected to the controller via quick-connect connectors, and the maximum output power for each set of luminaires is the same as that provided by the power supply used.

[0014] The controller can be installed in conjunction with other identical or compatible units to create a larger system with an unlimited number of devices controlled by a single remote control transmitter. This allows for a system with greater power than a single controller or power supply. It also allows for the creation of different lighting scenarios by selectively controlling the controllers within the set. Summary:

[0015] The Radio Wave Controller for Residential Lighting Automation, therefore, is essentially characterized by the fact that it comprises at least one radio wave receiver that is interconnected to the light intensity controller.

[0016] The Radio Wave Controller for Residential Lighting Automation is additionally characterized by the fact that the radio receiver is equipped with an internal antenna, uses a communication protocol suitable for low data rates, and decodes the radio waves emitted by the radio transmitter; by the fact that the light intensity controller is low voltage and changes the light intensity of the lighting paths and by the fact that the programming center is used to register the lighting paths.

[0017] The Control System for Residential Lighting Automation, in turn, is essentially characterized by the fact that it comprises at least one controller equipped with at least one radio wave receiver interconnected to at least one light intensity controller.

[0018] The Control System for Residential Lighting Automation, in turn, is additionally characterized by the fact that it comprises at least one quick-connect connector that connects a plurality of lighting paths, which may contain a plurality of luminaires, by the fact that it comprises at least one quick-connect connector that connects at least one controller and the power supply, and by the fact that the connection cable with the luminaires contains multiple paths for changing their color, alternatively. Field of Application:

[0019] The application of this Radio Wave Controller for Residential Lighting Automation and Control System for Residential Lighting Automation is as a controller and system for lighting automation using radio waves. Advantages:

[0020] The Radio Wave Controller for Residential Lighting Automation and Control System for Residential Lighting Automation has the following advantages: • Allows control of a plurality of lighting paths in an environment by a single system, where the combined power of all paths can be any, respecting the limit of the power source used; • Allows the aforementioned automation using radio waves without the need to use internet networks; • For this reason, it allows the system to have a lower cost and can also be installed in places where there is no internet; • Allows, through a wired or wireless control center, the following to be controlled: on / off of each route individually, change of intensity (dimming), and also optionally, change of color; • It has easy and practical installation and removal for possible maintenance, due to the fact that the system uses quick-release connectors; • It can be installed next to existing lighting paths in buildings, simply by connecting said paths to the controller and power supply; • Because it allows the dimming of lighting paths, it is suitable for a variety of applications where this type of control is desired, such as in studios, hospitals, movie theaters, etc. Illustrations:

[0021] In order to facilitate research and provide understanding of this patent, as recommended in the report, according to a basic and preferred form of implementation prepared by the applicant, reference is made to the attached illustrations, which form part of and support this report described where, the: FIG. 01 - shows the controller block diagram; FIG. 02 - shows the block diagram of the system. Description:

[0022] The Radio Wave Controller for Residential Lighting Automation consists of a controller (1) comprised of at least one radio receiver (2) equipped with an internal antenna (3), which is interconnected to the light intensity controller (4). The radio receiver (2) preferably uses frequencies of 292, 299, 315, 325 or 433 MHz, but is not limited to these, with the communication protocol being suitable for low data transfer rates. The light intensity controller (4) is low voltage and allows the dimming of the lighting paths (1 1) together, changing the lighting intensity according to the operator's desire.

[0023] The programming center (5) allows you to register radio transmitters (6) that will activate and control the lighting paths (1 1) as well as store the initial ignition mode and maximum and minimum light intensity levels for each path independently.

[0024] The radio transmitter with internal antenna (6) acts as a user control center, which consists of a wireless or wired remote control, operating in each environment or composing a multiple control center, with manual or automatic activation, allowing the activation of possible functions according to convenience.

[0025] Thus, the radio transmitter with internal antenna (6), as a result of the user's activation, emits radio waves in accordance with the command, which is identified by the radio receiver (2) through its internal antenna (3), which then sends the signal to the light intensity controller (4).

[0026] The radio transmitter with internal antenna (6), which is the user control, can send different commands. For example, turning the light on if it is off or off if it is on when one or more buttons are pressed, individually or together, for a certain time. In the same example, if another button or set of buttons is pressed for a different time, the brightness will change while it remains pressed, until its brightness reaches the programmed maximum or minimum, remaining that way until the next command.

[0027] However, such commands can be given via buttons or digitally via a touchscreen or other possible interfaces.

[0028] The Residential Lighting Automation Control System comprises at least one controller (1), quick-connect connectors (7) and (8), and a low-voltage power supply (9), all interconnected by suitable cabling. The LED luminaires (10) are of free choice of the user, and can contain multiple colors to be activated or not.

[0029] The quick-release connector (7) connects a plurality of lighting paths (1 1 ), which may contain one or more luminaires (10), and the light intensity controller (4), acting on all the lighting paths (1 1 ) together. The quick-release connector (8) connects the controller (1 ) and the power supply (9), and allows more than one controller (1 ) to be connected to the same power supply (9). A set of multiple lighting paths (1 1 ) may have the light intensity controlled by the same radio transmitter with internal antenna (6), individually.

[0030] In this way, the system operates as follows: - user activates the remote or wired control, which is the radio transmitter with internal antenna (6), indicating the desired command; - The aforementioned command is received by the radio receiver (2) equipped with an internal antenna (3), which interprets it and controls the action between on / off or change of intensity through the light intensity controller (4); - via the quick-release connector (7), which applies the selected effect to all lighting paths (1 1 ), causing the luminaires (10) to react accordingly.

[0031] Optionally, to be able to change the color of the luminaires, in addition to the fact that they have this multiple color function internally, the connection cable to the luminaires must be replaced by a multi-core cable, maintaining the same layout of the other elements. Conclusion:

[0032] Thus, Radio Wave Controller for Residential Lighting Automation and Control System for Automation of Residential Lighting is subsidized by unprecedented technical and functional characteristics, therefore deserving the legal protection requested.

Claims

CLAIMS 1. RADIO WAVE CONTROLLER FOR RESIDENTIAL LIGHTING AUTOMATION is characterized by the fact that it comprises at least one radio wave receiver (2) that is interconnected to the light intensity controller (4).

2. RADIO WAVE CONTROLLER FOR RESIDENTIAL LIGHTING AUTOMATION according to claim 1 is characterized by the fact that the radio receiver (2) is equipped with an internal antenna (3), uses a communication protocol suitable for low data rate, and decodes the radio waves emitted by the radio transmitter (6).

3. RADIO WAVE CONTROLLER FOR RESIDENTIAL LIGHTING AUTOMATION according to claim 1 is characterized by the fact that the light intensity controller (4) is low voltage and changes the light intensity of the lighting paths (11).

4. RADIO WAVE CONTROLLER FOR RESIDENTIAL LIGHTING AUTOMATION according to claim 1 is characterized by the fact that the programming center (5) is used to register the remote control transmitters (6).

5. CONTROL SYSTEM FOR RESIDENTIAL LIGHTING AUTOMATION is characterized by the fact that it comprises at least one controller (1) equipped with at least one radio wave receiver (2) interconnected to at least one light intensity controller (4).

6. CONTROL SYSTEM FOR RESIDENTIAL LIGHTING AUTOMATION according to claim 5 is characterized by the fact that it comprises at least one quick-release connector (7) that connects a plurality of lighting paths (11), which may contain a plurality of luminaires (10).

7. CONTROL SYSTEM FOR RESIDENTIAL LIGHTING AUTOMATION according to claim 5 is characterized by the fact that it comprises at least one quick-connect connector (8) that connects at least one controller (1) and the power supply (9).

8. CONTROL SYSTEM FOR RESIDENTIAL LIGHTING AUTOMATION according to claim 5 is characterized by the fact that the connection cable with the luminaires (10) contains multiple paths for changing their color.

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