Lighting System Terminal Group Classification Setup
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current lighting systems require the presence of a lighting expert to set up and configure, as they demand complex settings such as device mapping, classification, and scheduling, which increases setup time and limits accessibility to non-experts.
Innovation Solution
A lighting system and terminal that allow non-experts to easily configure lighting settings by using a terminal with a display screen, input unit, and communication unit to classify and control lighting devices based on attribute information, enabling group association and control without the need for on-site experts.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Manufacturing precision
If lighting systems use complex settings for device mapping, classification, and scheduling, then lighting control precision and functionality are improved, but setup time and expert involvement requirements increase
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies preliminary action by pre-defining groups of lighting devices based on their functions and installation locations before actual deployment. The system automatically classifies devices into groups using pre-established criteria, eliminating the need for manual classification during setup. This pre-processing of device grouping significantly reduces setup time while maintaining precise lighting control capabilities.
2Manufacturing precision
If lighting systems require expert configuration for device mapping and group classification, then lighting control accuracy is improved, but ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements self-service by enabling the lighting system to automatically perform device mapping and group classification without requiring expert intervention. The system autonomously identifies lighting devices, determines their installation locations, and classifies them into appropriate groups based on pre-defined criteria. This automatic self-configuration maintains lighting control accuracy while dramatically improving ease of operation for non-expert users.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent uses an intermediary approach by introducing a terminal device that mediates between the user and the complex lighting system configuration. The terminal provides a simplified interface that automatically handles complex device mapping and classification tasks, translating user-friendly operations into precise system configuration actions. This intermediary layer shields users from complexity while ensuring accurate lighting control.
3Adaptability or versatility
If lighting systems implement comprehensive device mapping and group classification, then lighting control functionality is improved, but device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies segmentation by dividing the lighting system into distinct functional groups based on device purposes and installation locations. Instead of managing all devices individually, the system segments them into logical groups (e.g., ceiling lights, wall lights, outdoor lights) that can be controlled independently. This segmentation maintains comprehensive lighting control functionality while reducing the perceived system complexity by organizing devices into manageable categories.
Data Source
AI summary
A lighting system includes a plurality of lighting devices and a terminal. The terminal includes a display screen, an input unit, a communication unit, and a device controller. The device controller (i) obtains, from outside the terminal, setting information including attribute information indicating at least one attribute regarding an installation location of each of the plurality of lighting devices, (ii) associates each of the plurality of lighting devices with any of the at least one attribute indicated by the attribute information included in the obtained setting information according to a dialog with an operator using the display screen and the input unit of the terminal, so as to classify the plurality of lighting devices under groups.