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What Are Lighting Controls Protocols, and Why Does Anyone Care About Them?

Published

Author(s)

Stephen J. Treado

Abstract

Lighting controls protocols are discussed. Key elements are power and flexibility, both in system design and implementation, and in operation. The overriding tred is towards ever-increasing user expectations, needs, and requirements, along with equipment capabilities and performance.
Citation
Lighting Design and Applicaton
Pub Type
Journals

Keywords

building automation systems, building environment, building technology, lighting controls, lighting equipment, lighting systems
Buildings and Construction and Fire

Citation

Treado, S. (2003), What Are Lighting Controls Protocols, and Why Does Anyone Care About Them?, Lighting Design and Applicaton (Accessed March 13, 2025)

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Created July 31, 2003, Updated February 19, 2017