When automating your home, it’s hard to refrain from improving the light switch. So, you can customize the response to cotton. Or make the light turn on / off in the presence / absence of movements. And you can install a simple remote control. We’ll talk about this.
What is a remote switch?
This is the name of a device that can pick up signals sent from the remote control without using conventional conductors. A remote switch allows you to control operating modes without having to approach a specific point in the home - that is, from anywhere.
Principle of operation
Depending on what the functioning of such devices is based on, there are two main schemes for mounting a light switch with remote control:
- Having motion sensors. Such devices are based on infrared ports and turn on only if someone is present in the room.
- Possessing sound perception. They react to certain mechanical vibrations of the air (a specific word, click, pop and the like).
Since there are many different implementation schemes, exclusively general features of the construction and operation of the device in general will be considered. The mechanism includes a steel core located inside the coil. Thanks to it, a special contact device is activated by means of which the connection and opening of the power circuit is carried out. Efficiency does not depend on the state of the start button - after all, the mechanical component reliably supports the power supply of the circuit.
As two control links, a radio signal receiver and a mobile remote control are used, with which commands are given (for convenience, you can make or buy a special holder for it). The radius of their interaction can reach 20 meters in closed rooms, and in the open air - generally 100 meters. If we have a factory remote switch, then we should not be surprised if it has the ability to control the brightness of lighting (which positively affects the life of the lamps).
Often, it may also be provided to reproduce the last set system parameters. Also, many models include the ability to periodically turn on / off the light to create the effect of presence. This feature will be extremely convenient and useful when leaving home for a long time. Developed and marketed devices that have a touch control type. But the disadvantage of such remotes (as well as phones and tablets, which may act in their role) is the rather low sensitivity. Another important advantage that almost any remote switch has is the ability to control several power grids at the same time.
Advantages of remote switches
It is worth focusing on the advantages of these devices:
- Convenience of operation. The remote switch that works on infrared ports can be controlled from any remote control.
- Easy to install. Any person who has had successful experience with the network can carry out the installation of this device.
- Extensive control and adjustment of the illumination of individual rooms, as well as the ability to turn on devices automatically at the right time. Remote lighting switches are not complex devices, and with experience and dexterity, they can be seriously modified.
- A wide variety of patterns. You can choose a device that will satisfy its technical and price characteristics.
- Power saving Many models provide automatic shutdown during continuous burning for more than 12 hours. Therefore, when traveling for a long time, a solid account will not run for a randomly left light.
How to install a remote switch?
What to do? This issue is especially relevant for people who have rooms with suspended and suspended ceiling structures. In this case, the remote-controlled switch can simply be hidden between the walls. As a result, the planned stylistics of the interior will not be violated and at the same time convenience will be ensured when using light. And there’s nothing to say about the ease of managing several rooms, except for just two words - almost ideal. The connection of the remote light switch will depend on the type of lamps that are combined with this device. What is the difference? So, when you have to work with classic incandescent lamps, all actions are performed similarly to connecting conventional electrical equipment. The installation of their LED counterparts is somewhat different. So, it is necessary to provide good nutrition using both zero and phase. By the way, as experienced craftsmen advise, it is advisable to place the remote-controlled switch as close to the lamp as possible.
Outdoor equipment to automatically turn off the lights
To comfortably control the lighting of your garden, garden, greenhouse or yard, you can use the radio switches. They will provide invaluable assistance while simultaneously controlling multiple light sources in which any possible lamp can be installed. With this device, you can turn off the lights without leaving the street from your home - and this is not a problem. So, most samples work quietly at a distance of up to 100 meters. The most advanced (and most expensive) models boast the ability to control from a distance of 150 m.
Features of work
Important is the fact that devices can control lighting not only remotely, but also in manual mode. By the way, continuing the topic of the versatility of responding to remotes, it should be reported that the device is suitable not only from a TV, but also from a music center, air conditioning and other devices that work on this principle. And so you can control the lighting while lying on the bed or sofa. An important feature is also the property of the dimmer (that is, the dimmer). This technical feature has a positive effect on the life of incandescent or halogen lamps. Remote switch with remote control allows you to spend the resource of their service is not fully, but only partially. Thus, the time of their working capacity and the performance of their function is stretched.
Imitation of human presence
This aspect has two directions. The first is an imitation of the presence of people in an apartment or house, which is especially important if you need to leave. For this, pre-set timers are used. If they are not provided, then a similar mechanism can be built on yourself if you have the appropriate qualifications. Another important function of the remote switches is to turn off the light if it is on for a long time. Usually it equals 12 hours. This is convenient if you went to the cottage or just outside the city to relax for a couple of days, and the light was left on.
Conclusion
As you can see, a remote light switch is a useful device. Given the variety of devices on the market, the functionality rests solely on the monetary issue. And here it is worth noting an interesting fact about the remote switch. The price of models starts from several hundred rubles and ends at tens of thousands. Although schematically they are not very different. Why is that? The fact is that a wide range of cheap models is the products of China, which cannot boast of reliability and durability. Therefore, choosing a remote switch with a remote control, you need to make sure that you have the original products in front of you. And finally, speaking of manufacturers of quality goods at low prices, it is worth paying attention to what Belarus offers. This partner of the Russian Federation in the Eurasian Union offers a choice of a wide and high-quality assortment of these products.