Technological advances make life easier. Surely many people had no idea before that it would be possible to create lighting in an apartment or house without unnecessary wires. However, now wireless lighting in the apartment is finding more and more fans.
Features of the
Wireless lighting brings new insights into light control. Outwardly, such a system looks like a set of special equipment. Once installed, you will be able to operate your lighting fixtures more comfortably than using a conventional switch.
Control is carried out using a special control panel. Outwardly, it looks like a regular TV remote control or from a split system (or like a fixed switch).
You can choose both options - according to your desire.
The wireless lighting system consists of a radio relay and a switch (remote control). The radio relay, when receiving a signal, opens or closes the electrical circuit - when you send it using the remote control. The radio relay must be installed closer to the lighting device - or inside, if there is room for this. If we talk about spot lighting, then the radio relay can be installed between the main and stretch ceilings.
When the switch button is pressed, an electrical impulse is generated (with the help of a generator built into it). Then it is converted into a radio signal, which picks up the radio relay.
If the system can not only turn on and off the light, but also make the lighting brighter or dimmer, then the set will also include a dimmer.
Benefits
The main advantages of such devices:
- You don't have to mess up the walls by laying the wiring. Imagine how much time you will save by not doing this.
- These switches can be installed anywhere in the room. You can even install such a device on a cabinet, on a mirror. Conventional switches are sometimes installed in such a way that they interfere with the movement of furniture if necessary.
- The easy installation process of such a system is understandable even for those who have never dealt with such issues.
- The wireless light control system is considered safe enough as it has no wiring. This can be especially true in houses made of wood.
- Many people want to be able to turn on or off lights from different parts of the room (or even from different rooms). Such a system makes it possible to translate this into reality. In this case, you will not need to pull wires to each switch. Of course, you can use the remote control if you want.
- The operating radius of such devices is quite wide and amounts to approximately 300 meters. It depends on the model you have chosen.
- Wireless switches have a stylish design, such devices make the interior more interesting. Wireless lighting in the apartment allows you to decorate the interior of the room in a very beautiful, original and tasteful way, but more on that later.
disadvantages
There are a lot of advantages, but there are also disadvantages:
- The cost of such systems is much higher than the cost of conventional switches.
- If the batteries in the remote control run out or the Wi-Fi signal becomes weak, the system will not be able to operate.
Wireless panels
The advent of wireless lighting has allowed a broader look at the creation of apartment design using lamps. This option is a panel with built-in LEDs that work wirelessly due to the presence of conductive layers. These panels are very thin.
It is worth noting that such panels provide a variety of decoration options, which consumers cannot but like.
These products can be attached to both ceilings and walls (or as materials for advertising surfaces). Thanks to the small bulbs, you can make a variety of unique designs.
It is quite easy to fix the panels, you can use any fastener (even liquid nails will do). However, you should know: if you fasten such panels with metal screws, then they will need to be insulated. Otherwise, a short circuit may occur.
Varieties
Usually all wireless systems are similar to each other, but there are still some differences. For example, there are switches that work from a Wi-Fi network or using radio waves.
The touch switches only need to be touched to activate them (or they may have a push-button system). They may differ from each other in the number of possible connections.
If the system has a delayed switch-off function, this will allow you to lie down in bed with the lights on
Some systems are equipped with a motion sensor. The light in such systems turns on when you enter the room. At the same time, the motion sensor can be configured in such a way that it responds only to a person. Therefore, before choosing a lighting kit, it is important to decide what exactly you expect from it.
Models
Switch, simple enough to operate - a model "Coco AWST-8802" … Has only two keys. The device is powered by batteries, so it can be installed anywhere in the house. This switch can be used to control lights, electrical appliances and blinds.
Device features touch control. You can control it using Wi-Fi. The device is functional enough. It allows you to turn on the light for a certain time or turn it off at the appointed time.
You can even set a schedule to turn on the lights.
There are two types of such switches. They differ in the possible number of zones connected to them - one or two. The price of such a device ranges from 2500 to 3000 rubles.
Wireless device "Delumo" can control three zones at once. With the help of such a switch, you can control not only lighting devices, but also electrical appliances.
It is worth noting the presence of protective functions - the device extends the life of the lamps by 6 times. If the device works for more than ten hours in a row, it automatically turns off. For him, you can select any lamps. The cost of such a device is about two thousand rubles.
Testimonials
Most often reviews about the switch "Coco AWST-8802" positive. Consumers note the ease of installation of the device. An instruction is attached to the device, which even a beginner can understand. The only drawback noted by users is the rather high price.
Switch reviews Broadlink TS-2 good. Consumers like the presence of various functions (besides turning appliances on and off). They note that this makes it very convenient to use the switch. The price of the device, of course, differs from the cost of conventional switches in a big way, which cannot but upset consumers.
Device Reviews "Delumo" most often positive, consumers recommend buying it.
Among those who have used wireless devices in the interior, there are more consumers who are satisfied with this choice. They note that the panels are very light, and their installation is not so difficult. They are resistant to moisture and good sound insulation.
You will learn more about how to choose wireless lighting for an apartment in the following video.