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The nLight 8-Port Bridge increases the number of lighting control zones in an nLight system. This ability stems from the fact that each Bridge has 8 RJ-45 ports into which zones of daisy-chained nLight-enabled devices can connect. The Bridge also is an integral component of the communication backbone in an nLight network. Fundamentally, Bridges act as hubs by aggregating traffic from the connected downstream zones and placing it onto the backbone. They also act as routers by forwarding information from the backbone out to the applicable downstream zones. The Bridge's actual backbone link is formed by connecting to another Bridge or a Gateway via CAT-5 cabling through one of its RJ 45 ports. Finally, Bridges can combine system power from zones that are net contributors of power (i.e. those with downstream power packs and power supplies) and distribute it to zones that are net consumers of power (i.e. those with only sensors). Maximum power output per port is 40mA.
Communicates w/ nLight Network
Remotely Upgradeable
Push-Button Programmable
Green LED Indicators for each Port
Supports up to 128 Devices per Port

The MP20 mini power pack transforms 120, 240 or 277 Volts to Class II 15 VDC to power the remote sensors. Although Plenum Rated, the elongated mounting nipple allows for the MP20 to be mounted either directly through a 1/2 inch knockout in a junction box or to be located inside an adjacent box for specific local code requirements.

Up to 14 sensors may be connected to one MP20. Multi-circuit control can be handled by multiple MP20 mini power packs or MSP20 slave packs. MP20 can be wired continuously hot (line side) or on the switch leg (load side) without nuisance delays upon turn-on.

Long narrow PIR detection for control of hallway lighting is provided by the HW13 Series sensor. Typically mounted at either end of a long corridor, the HW13 detects occupants entering the hallway up to 130 ft away. Detection at these distances is for entrances at right angles to the beam pattern. The HW13 may also be used with other low voltage sensors to adequately view a space. For example, a CM 10 ceiling sensor may be in a vestibule at one end while the HW13 is at the other. The HW13 is best mounted at 7 ft.
PIR Occupancy Detection
Coverage up to 130 Linear Feet
Communicates with other Sensors
Programmable w/o removing cover
Time Delay: 30 sec to 20 min
Green LED Indicator
100 Hr. Lamp Burn-in Timer Mode

The Push-Button SwitchPod Series of low voltage wall stations interface with standard Sensor Switch occupancy sensors and power packs in order to implement a wide range of single and bi-level switching applications. These switch devices provide an elegant and cost effective way of deploying bi-level lighting control that meet energy and building codes without having to source special sensors or power packs.

Commonly required by building codes (such as California Title 24), bi-level lighting control is an easy and convenient method of delivering extra energy savings without inconveniencing the occupants. The most common bi-level configuration requires one lighting load to be switched on automatically when occupancy is detected by an occupancy sensor, while a second lighting load can be turned on manually by the occupant if desired. Both loads can then be turned off manually or via the occupancy sensor timing out. Sensors with photocells can also be configured with SwitchPods in order to add override off capabilities.

SwitchPods are all single gang decorator style devices available as single or dual switch units. Versions are also available that work in 3-way applications and/or have a 0-10 VDC dimming output. Units defaulted to dual manual-on operation are also available. For digital solutions to bi-level lighting applications, nLight-enabled wall stations (WallPods), power packs and sensors are necessary.