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  • Page 1 Crestron Green Light ® Residential Lighting Design Guide...
  • Page 3 © 2009 Crestron Electronics Inc. 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 800.237.2041 www.crestron.com For Commercial Lighting Solutions, refer to Doc. 4775 All brand names, product names, and trademarks are the sole property of their respective owners.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Contents ... 1 NTRODUCTION INGLE OLUTION ONTROL YSTEM ... 1  XCLUSIVE ... 2  RESTRON ONTROL ECHNOLOGY ... 2  RESTRON REEN IGHT ... 3 YSTEM ESIGN ... 4  IGHTING YSTEM ESIGN YPES ... 8  PECIFYING A...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Introduction Crestron is the world's leading manufacturer of advanced control technologies. Our developments in combining touchpanel technology with lighting control applications were the very first of their kind. Only Crestron brings the most comprehensive line of user-...

  • Page 7: Crestron Control Technology

    New construction, major renovation, or minor renovation each present different design challenges. Doc. 5999F Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Crestron Green Light Crestron Green Light is a complete line of lighting, HVAC, and shade/drape control for both commercial and residential applications, designed to maximize energy conservation and cost savings.

  • Page 8: System Design

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide System Design The applied lighting control strategy determines the basic methods used to control the environment. When formulating an overall strategy, there are some basic considerations:.  New construction and major renovations provide the opportunity to easily run control cables from user interfaces to the control processor when the walls are open.

  • Page 9: Lighting System Design Types

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Lighting System Design Types There are many ways in which a Crestron lighting control system can be organized. Construction type, client requirements, architectural restrictions, and many other factors determine the best solution. In general, retaining Crestron control design flexibility produces the most reliable results.
  • Page 10 Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Centralized Wired Systems A centralized system is one in which all the high-voltage circuits are terminated within a Crestron automation enclosure and operate under a central control system. In a centralized design, the high voltage lighting, fans, motors and switch circuits are individually wired directly to the control modules in the Crestron automation enclosure.
  • Page 11 Doc. 5999F Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide In addition to the traditional high voltage wiring, a low voltage communication wire can be run from the dimmer to the nearest Cresnet®...
  • Page 12 Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Hybrid Systems The most efficient and attractive lighting system designs are a hybrid of centralized processing and distributed dimmers. This provides the reliability of local control along with sophisticated centralized control, and limits the amount of wall clutter...

  • Page 13: Specifying A Lighting System

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Specifying a Lighting System The Load Schedule A lighting system design begins with a collection of complete information. This includes a detailed floor plan identifying all of the required elements. The first element of design, the load schedule, is developed from the floor plan.

  • Page 14: Anel Terminations

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Example Load Schedule with Panel Terminations Controlled Ckt Controlled Area Room Name Ckt No. Main Floor Bathroom 1 Downlights Main Floor Bathroom 1 Downlights 2 Main Floor Bathroom 1 Downlights 3 Main Floor Bathroom 1...

  • Page 15: Residential Lighting Wiring Plan

    Accessories selection – based on the required accessories (telephone and alarm systems, HVAC control, intercom systems, occupancy sensors, etc.) Doc. 5999F Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Ordering a Crestron Residential Lighting System These are the steps for ordering a Crestron Residential lighting control system, regardless of the size.

  • Page 16: Green Light Options

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Green Light Options CAEN- Series Enclosures Doc. 5999F GreenLight Options–CAEN Enclosures The CAEN Series automation enclosures are designed to house the Crestron CLX-series of lighting and motor control modules PAC2 PAC2M control systems. CAEN enclosures are available in an assortment of sizes, suitable for surface or flush wall mount installation.
  • Page 17 25 ½” x 62” (Width) x (Height) Construction Regulatory Approvals Mounting CAEN-Series Dimensions (Front and Side Views) Doc. 5999F Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide CAEN Model 7X2* 4X2* 14 ⅜” x 62” 25 ½” x 38 ⅞” 16 gauge galvanized sheet metal...

  • Page 18: Caen Installation

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide CAEN Installation In accordance with all national and local codes a licensed electrician must mount the enclosure. Special attention must be made to NEC Article 110.26(A)(2) concerning minimum work space requirements. When choosing components to place in CAEN enclosures, refer to the table on the previous page to ensure that the maximum weight capacity is not exceeded.

  • Page 19: Caen Wiring

    Torque Data table. CAUTION: Failure to properly tighten the screws may result in poor electrical connection and overheating of the terminals. Doc. 5999F Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Wire Range & Torque Data Terminal Blocks Wire Range 22 - 10...

  • Page 20: Universal Mounting Plates

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Universal Mounting Plates CAEN Universal Mounting Plate Weight Height Width Depth Dimensions are provided in inches, edge to edge. Weight is provided in ounces. Doc. 5999F GreenLight Options–CAEN Enclosures Crestron Universal Mounting Plates (CAEN-UMP Series) are a complete line of accessory plates, which allow mounting of non-Crestron equipment to any Crestron Automation Enclosure (CAEN Series).

  • Page 21: Cover Extension Kits

    CAEN Cover Extension Kit Height Width Depth Dimensions are provided in inches. Doc. 5999F Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide CAEN- CAEN- CAEN- CAEN- CK-2X1 CK-4X1 CK-4X2 CK-7X1 23.5...

  • Page 22: Clx Lighting Control Modules

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide CLX Lighting Control Modules Concealed in Crestron automation cabinets, the CLX-series devices are rigorously built using oversized heat sinks for ultimate reliability.  Split-bobbin transformers and ground-referenced electronics deliver superior performance  Lamp flicker is minimized through the innovative Crestron zero-crossing detection technique, backed by proprietary firmware ...
  • Page 23 Doc. 5999F Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Rating Each channel is rated for 1200 watts, with a total module rating of 1920 watts when fed from a 20A breaker. A total module rating of 1440 watts...

  • Page 24: Terminal Blocks And Modules

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Terminal Blocks and Modules The Crestron CLT terminal blocks and modules are considered a single entity and must be used together. In field-assembled panels, they ship separately to permit termination of the field wiring to the terminal block prior to the installation of the module, and are mounted in any Crestron Automation Enclosure (CAEN-series enclosures).

  • Page 25: Module Installation

    This jumper should never be removed. NOTE: Use copper conductors only – rated 75°C. Doc. 5999F Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide CAUTIONS: This equipment is for indoor use only and requires air cooling. Mount in a well-ventilated area.

  • Page 26: C Resnet ® T Erminal B Lock For Caen A Utomation E Nclosures

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Cresnet® Terminal Block for CAEN Automation Enclosures NOTES: A module terminal block (CLT-series device) must be ordered for each module. The corresponding CLT terminal block is installed in the enclosure for high voltage wire termination. Each terminal block includes a terminal rail for mounting the block in the enclosure.
  • Page 27 GreenLight Options–CAEN Enclosures Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide NOTE: If more than 50 watts of power is drawn by connected devices, supplemental power supplies are required. Doc. 5999F...

  • Page 28: Crestron Din Rail Products

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Crestron DIN Rail Products Features  Popular in Europe and ideal for MDU applications  High voltage units rated for use up to 240VAC, 50/60Hz  Integrated Emergency Override Mode  Mix and match Crestron and 3...
  • Page 29 Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide DIN Rail Products Example DIN Rail System Doc. 5999F...

  • Page 30: Din-Ap2

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide DIN-AP2 2-Series Processor Built upon the reliable Crestron 2-Series control engine, the DIN-AP2 is extensively programmable using the suite of powerful Crestron development software and vast database of drivers and software modules. The DIN-AP2 works seamlessly with the entire line of Crestron lighting dimmers and shade controls, keypads and touchpanels, thermostats, wireless gateways, and expansion modules.

  • Page 31: Din-1Dimu4

    Residential Lighting Design Guide DIN-1DIMU4 Features  4 channels of forward or reverse phase dimming  Auto load detection  120 to 240 Volt 50/60 Hz operation (Not for 277 VAC operation)  Selectable non-dim mode  Extreme stability in noisy environments...

  • Page 32: Din-8Sw8

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide DIN-8SW8 DIN-4DIMFLV4 DIN-2MC2 Doc. 5999F DIN Rail Products The DIN-8SW8 is an 8-channel high voltage lighting control module designed to support switching of non-dimmable lighting and fans. A single model supports both 120 and 220- 240 volt applications.

  • Page 33: Din-Ao8

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide DIN-AO8 DIN-IO8 Doc. 5999F The DIN-AO8 is a DIN Rail-mounted automation control module that provides eight analog output ports for interfacing with third-party lighting and heating/cooling systems. Analog Outputs Each analog output port provides a 0 to 10 volt DC control signal ideally suited for controlling 0-10V lighting dimmers and heating/cooling valves.

  • Page 34: Din-Block

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide DIN-BLOCK DIN-PWS50 Doc. 5999F The DIN-BLOCK is a DIN Rail-mounted Cresnet® distribution block designed to facilitate the termination of Cresnet wiring at a head end or distribution point. DIN Rail mounting enables modular installation alongside Crestron DIN Rail lighting and automation control modules and other third-party DIN Rail mountable devices.

  • Page 35: Din-Hub

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide DIN-HUB Doc. 5999F The DIN-HUB is a DIN Rail-mounted Cresnet® hub designed to facilitate the configuration of large Cresnet networks. DIN Rail mounting enables modular installation alongside Crestron DIN Rail lighting and automation control modules and other third-party DIN Rail mountable devices.

  • Page 36: Interface Equipment

    C2N-DB Decorator Series Keypads bring a contemporary design to traditionally flat faceplates. They Doc. 5999F Residential Lighting Design Guide are available in a wide selection of finishes and offer extra large, backlit buttons for custom engraving. They also play door chimes, voice prompts, button clicks and other audible feedback, depending on programming.

  • Page 37: Wall Mount Touchpanels

    Residential Lighting Design Guide Wall Mount Touchpanels Doc. 5999F ® TPS Series Isys  Available in 12”(TPS-12L), 15”(TPS-15L) and 17”(TPS-17L) widescreen  24-Bit Isys graphics | 1280 x 768 resolution  DNav dynamic menu objects  Full-motion video with gamma correction ...
  • Page 38 User Interfaces Doc. 5999F Residential Lighting Design Guide TPS-4000L  10.4" active matrix touchscreen display  Isys® graphics engine with 640 x 480 resolution  High performance video with gamma correction  Built-in amplified speakers and microphone  5 engravable hardbuttons | Built-in light sensor ...

  • Page 39: T Ilt T Ouchpanels

    Residential Lighting Design Guide Tilt Touchpanels Doc. 5999F ® TPS Series Isys  Available in 12"(TPS-12L), 15"(TPS-15L) and 17"(TPS-17L) widescreen  24-bit Isys graphics | 1280 x 768 resolution  DNav dynamic menu objects  Full-motion video with gamma correction ...

  • Page 40: Ouchpanels

    User Interfaces TPMC Series Isys i/O WiFi Touchpanels Doc. 5999F Residential Lighting Design Guide TPMC-8T  8.4" active matrix touchscreen display  16-bit Isys i/O graphics | 800 x 600 resolution  Synapse image rendering algorithm  DNav dynamic menu objects ...

  • Page 41: Andhelds

    Residential Lighting Design Guide Wireless Touchpanels and Handhelds Doc. 5999F TPS-6X  Elegant high gloss black or white, or matte black finishes  Non-slip rubber grips on rear  Illuminated buttons and engravable backlit text  5.7" active matrix color touchscreen display ...

  • Page 42: Keypads

    User Interfaces Keypads C2N-DB Series Decorator Keypads Doc. 5999F Residential Lighting Design Guide Crestron C2N-DB Decorator Series keypads deliver versatile keypad control with contemporary styling to support a broad range of residential and commercial applications from lighting to AV distribution.

  • Page 43: Cnx Designer Series Keypads

    Residential Lighting Design Guide CNX Designer Series Keypads The CNX-B Designer series wall mount keypads are available in configurations of 2, 4, 6, 8, or 12 buttons. Buttons are large for optimal ergonomics. Each model mounts in a standard electrical gang box and includes a matching 1-gang faceplate. Optional 2 and 3-gang faceplates are available to allow up to three keypads to be installed side-by-side.

  • Page 44: Ameo

    User Interfaces Cameo™ Doc. 5999F Residential Lighting Design Guide Crestron Cameo presents a fresh, innovative concept in keypad design featuring an incredibly small footprint and slim profile with versatile button configurations. Cameo Standard Mount The C2N-CBD-TS is a standard mount model designed for installation in a conventional electrical gang-box using a Decora®...
  • Page 45 Residential Lighting Design Guide Cameo ™ Mounting Options Doc. 5999F Cameo Flush Mount Using the supplied template, carefully cut the hole for the Cameo keypad. After the keypad is connected to Cresnet®, insert it in the hole. The spring clip holds the keypad in place.

  • Page 46: Ystem

    CLW-series dimmers are compatible with CLS-C6, CLS-C6M, CLSI-C6, and CLSI-C6M. Doc. 5999F Residential Lighting Design Guide iLux is a complete, integrated lighting system designed for wall mount installation in boardrooms, auditoriums, theaters, or anywhere versatile and cost-effective control of lighting and shades is required.

  • Page 47: Wireles Ilux Remote

    Residential Lighting Design Guide iLux Features Doc. 5999F iLux Integrated Lighting Control System Wireless iLux Remote The CLS-IRHT8 is a compact IR wireless remote designed specifically for use with Crestron iLux Integrated Lighting Systems. The CLS-IRHT8 provides buttons for master up/down control, plus activation of scenes 1-4, ON, and OFF. The CLS-IRHT8...

  • Page 48: Multi-Unit Expansion

    CLS-C6 units. Each individual unit can still support a complete assortment of local devices including keypads, shade controllers, and motion detectors. NOTE: Shade groups are independent of lighting control zones. Stand-alone Master with Slave wiring Doc. 5999F Residential Lighting Design Guide Control system as master with slave wiring...

  • Page 49: Control System Integration

    Residential Lighting Design Guide Control System Integration Doc. 5999F iLux Integrated Lighting Control System The CLS-C6 features two separate Cresnet® control networks, one for local devices and one for connection to a 2-Series control system. Connecting the CLS-C6 to a control system allows its functions to be controlled from touchpanels, keypads, RF wireless remotes, and even computers.

  • Page 50: Ilux Expansion Modules

    Up to four expansion modules of the same type can be controlled in a single zone. Refer to the Crestron website for additional iLux example diagrams. Doc. 5999F Residential Lighting Design Guide Function Forward Phase Dimming Forward and Reverse-Phase Dimming...
  • Page 51 Residential Lighting Design Guide iLux Integrated Lighting Control System Expansion Modules Wiring Diagrams NOTE: 230V feed is available on CLSI units only Doc. 5999F...

  • Page 52: Box Dimmers And Switches

    Underwriters Laboratories (UL) safety regulations require an air gap between the contacts. Building on this Doc. 5999F Residential Lighting Design Guide requirement, Crestron has expanded the wall box dimmer and switch products to include many new features. CLW-Series components are available in white, black, and almond and are designed for use with Decora®...

  • Page 53: Cresnet Wall Box Dimmers

    Residential Lighting Design Guide Cresnet Wall Box Dimmers Doc. 5999F Model Load CLW-DIM Supports incandescent loads up to 1000 watts, Wall Box Dimmer or magnetic low voltage (Stand-alone) loads up to 1000VA/750 Watts CLW-DIM1 Supports incandescent loads up to 1000 Watts,...

  • Page 54: Cresnet Wall Box Switches

    CLW-SWS. In systems, only the master unit is connected to Cresnet®. Slave units are connected by the120V Residential Lighting Design Guide The wall box switches do not support fan speed The wall box switches do not support fan speed...

  • Page 55: Net™ Wireless Technology

    Residential Lighting Design Guide infiNET Wireless Technology infiNET™ Wireless Technology Doc. 5999F...
  • Page 56 Residential Lighting Design Guide infiNET Dimmers, Switches, and Thermostat Model CLW-DIM1RF infiNET Wall Box Dimmer CLW-DIM4RF infiNET Wall Box Dimmer and Keypad CLW-DIMS1RF infiNET Wall Box Master Dimmer CLW DIMS4RF infiNET Wall Box Master Dimmer and Keypad CLW-SLVD1RF infiNET Wall Box...
  • Page 57 Control Processors Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Example infiNET system Doc. 5999F...

  • Page 58: Ontrol Processors

    Residential Lighting Design Guide Control Processors PAC2 Lighting Control Processor The PAC2 enables efficient control of lighting and other systems such as HVAC and security, and has been specifically designed for the Crestron automation enclosure and the Crestron lighting system (although other Crestron processors can also be used).
  • Page 59 Cresnet control systems, operates with an input of Refer to the PAC2 Operations Guide (Doc. 5941) for more detailed information. Doc. 5999F Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide 100 to 240 VAC, 4A (maximum) and a noise rating less than 150mV. The C2N-SPWS300 provides regulated 24 VDC, 300-watts to Cresnet system components.

  • Page 60: Pac2M P Rofessional A Utomation M Ini C Ontrol S Ystem

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide PAC2M Professional Automation Mini Control System The PAC2M is a compact, low-cost alternative to the PAC2 designed for small lighting and automation applications. At half the size of a PAC2, the PAC2M is perfect for apartments and smaller homes as well as individual meeting rooms and MDU applications.
  • Page 61 Residential Lighting Design Guide Doc. 5999F Control Processors Override An override input is provided to allow an external contact closure to bypass the PAC2M and activate a preset override state in each connected lighting module. A signal is passed to the lighting modules...
  • Page 62 Residential Lighting Design Guide Basic Lighting System Interconnections Basic Lighting System Interconnections An example of a Crestron Lighting System that includes thermostat, shade control and interfaces Doc. 5999F...

  • Page 63: Ccupancy And Photocell Sensors

    Residential Lighting Design Guide Occupancy and Photocell Sensors GLS-ODT & GLS-OIR Model GLS-OD T-C-500 GLS-ODT-C-1000 GLS-ODT-C-2000 GLS-ODT-W-1200 GLS-OIR-C-450 GLS-OIR-C-1500 GLS-OIR-W-2500 GLS-LOL & GLS-LCL Model GLS-LCL GLS-LOL Doc. 5999F Occupancy and Photocell Sensors Green Light Occupancy Sensors Crestron Green Light™ sensors deliver a powerful and...

  • Page 64: Ntegrated S Hade And D Rape C Ontrollers

    Residential Lighting Design Guide Integrated Shade and Drape Controllers C2N-SDC The C2N-SDC is a 2-channel shade and drape controller designed to provide a convenient and cost-effective solution for controlling a variety of motorized window treatments as well as motorized doors, sunroofs, lifts and projection screens.

  • Page 65: Ntegrated P Artner M Odules

    Residential Lighting Design Guide Integrated Partner Modules Crestron Electronics, Inc. Integrated Partner Program allows partner manufacturers' products to operate seamlessly in a Crestron systems environment. Integrated Partner Modules offer the Crestron control systems programmer a simplified, timesaving drag-and-drop solution for integration of partner products.

  • Page 66: Ppendix A: E Xample R Esidential L Ighting Ystem

    Residential Lighting Design Guide Appendix A Appendix A: Example Residential Lighting System This example is based on the following typical residential wiring plan. Doc. 5999F...
  • Page 67 Residential Lighting Design Guide Load Schedule Report Example Load Schedule Project: Example Residence Creator: Crestron D3 Pro v2.3.7 Date: 11/4/2003 System Number: 1 Area Room Controlled Ckt Name Controlled Ckt No. Main Floor Bathroom 1 Downlights Main Floor Bathroom 1...
  • Page 68 Residential Lighting Design Guide Load Schedule with Panel Terminations Project: Example Residence Creator: Crestron D3 Pro v2.3.7 Date: 11/4/2003 System Number: 1 Controlled Ckt Controlled Area Room Name Ckt No. Main Bathroom Downlights Floor Main Bathroom Downlights 2 Floor Main...
  • Page 69 Residential Lighting Design Guide Appendix A Circuits and Interfaces Doc. 5999F...
  • Page 70 Residential Lighting Design Guide Appendix A Module Wiring Doc. 5999F...
  • Page 71 Residential Lighting Design Guide Appendix A PAC2 Lighting Control Processor Connections Doc. 5999F...

  • Page 72: Appendix B: Touchpanel Comparison Charts

    Residential Lighting Design Guide Appendix B: Touchpanel Comparison Charts Tilt Touchpanels TPS-17B (TPS-17W) (TPS-15W) Touchscreen Display Display Size 17" Aspect Ratio 15:9 WXGA Resolution 1280 x 768 1024 x 768 Color Depth 24-bit 16.7M Touchpanel Graphics 24-bit Color Depth 16.7M ●...

  • Page 73: All Mount Touchpanels

    Residential Lighting Design Guide Wall Mount Touchpanels TPS-17L TPS-15L Touchscreen Display 17" 15" Display Size Aspect Ratio 15:9 4:3 XGA WXGA Resolution 1280 x 1024 x 768 Color Depth 24-bit 24-bit 16.7M 16.7M Touchpanel Graphics 24-bit 24-bit 16.7M 16.7M Color Depth 8-bit Alpha Channel ●...

  • Page 74: Emotes

    Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide Wireless Touchpanels & Handheld Remotes Isys Wireless TPS-6X Display TFT Active Matrix TFT Active Matrix Display Type Color Touchscreen Display Size 5.7" Resolution 640 x 480 VGA Color Depth 18-bit 262k Colors Buttons & Controls...

  • Page 75: Appendix C: General Lighting Design Considerations

    Residential Lighting Design Guide Appendix C: General Lighting Design Considerations Crestron provides many options for illumination control. The following general lighting design information can help you formulate a complete, energy efficient lighting design plan. Light plays an essential role in our ability to view the world around us, and how we perceive a space it can even influence how we act in that space.
  • Page 76 Residential Lighting Design Guide Ambient Lighting for Mood and Highlights Ambient light is the general, overall light that fills in shadows, reduces contrast, and lights vertical surfaces to give the space a brighter feel. Ambient light is what you need for casual activities in your rooms. Ambient lighting sets a dramatic or subtle mood within a living space.

  • Page 77: Color Temperature

    Residential Lighting Design Guide Grazing and Washing Surfaces On walls or on the surface of an object, changing the way light is focused produces different effects. To emphasize a rough textured brick wall, graze the surface with light striking the surface at a sharp angle. To emphasize a smooth wall, wash the surface with light by striking the surface at a wider angle.

  • Page 78: Appendix D: Glossary Of Lighting Terminology

    Residential Lighting Design Guide Appendix D: Glossary of Lighting Terminology AMPERE: The standard unit of measurement for electric current that is equal to one coulomb per second. It defines the quantity of electrons moving past a given point in a circuit during a specific period, abbreviated amp.
  • Page 79 Crestron Lighting Software DOWNLIGHT: A type of ceiling luminaire, usually fully recessed, where most of the light is directed downward. May feature an open reflector and/or shielding device EFFICACY: A metric used to compare light output to energy consumption. Efficacy is measured in lumens per watt. Efficacy is similar to efficiency, but is expressed in dissimilar units.
  • Page 80 Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide LAMP CURRENT CREST FACTOR (LCCF): The peak lamp current divided by the RMS (average) lamp current. Lamp manufacturers require <1.7 for best lamp life. An LCCF of 1.414 is a perfect sine wave LAMP LUMEN DEPRECIATION FACTOR (LLDF): A factor that represents the reduction of lumen output over time.
  • Page 81 Crestron Lighting Software resultant light distribution produced by this shape provides reduced glare, better light control, and is considered to have greater aesthetic appeal PARACUBE: A metallic coated plastic louver made up of small squares. Often used to replace the lens in an installed troffer to enhance its appearance.
  • Page 82 Crestron Residential Lighting Design Guide TUNGSTEN HALOGEN LAMP: A gas-filled tungsten filament incandescent lamp with a lamp envelope made of quartz to withstand the high temperature. This lamp contains some halogens (namely iodine, chlorine, bromine, and fluorine), which slow the evaporation of the tungsten.
  • Page 83 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Specifications subject 15 Volvo Drive to change without notice Rockleigh, NJ 07647 Doc. 5999F www.crestron.com 03.09...

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