In August, I wrote about Zhaga Book 25, “NFC Readers with Bluetooth Interface for In-Field Programming.” Since then, more manufacturers have been introducing drivers with Near Field Communication (NFC) that allows a mobile device to field-program the drivers.
Image: LEDVANCE
One example is LEDVANCE’s new line of TapTronic Field-programmable NFC LED Drivers. They are Field-programmable via LEDVANCE’s free smartphone APP. These are Constant Current, Dimmable programable power supplies. Available within Linear, compact and outdoor categories.
Contractors and distributors can use their smartphones as personal programming tools, eliminating the need for additional wiring and tools, as well as the requirement to carry multiple SKUs. These drivers can also be programmed in the field, at any time, without the need for a laptop or power source.
Features:
- Field – programmable
- Near Field Communication (NFC)
- TapTronic software
- Power to driver is not required during programming.
- Easy customization via APP
- Current
- Dim to Off
- Dim range %
- Constant Lumen Output
- Soft start
- End of Life
- Thermal protection
- 0-10V Dimmer control, 1-100% / 10-100% dimmable based on series.
- 12V AUX
Another example is the Inventronics EUM and ESM LT and LG series of outdoor LED drivers with NFC wireless programming. They provide two-way communication via proprietary digital dimming providing health monitoring capabilities. These IP66 & IP67 LED drivers provide design flexibility with 0-10V isolated dimming, Dim-to-Off, Always-On auxiliary power of 12VDC, 250mA and integrated AC power monitoring allowing for reduced costs on specialized controls and a simplified installation. UL Class P models (LT Series) and models with a Global cable to help reduce inventory SKUs (LG Series) are available.
Learn more about LEDVANCE NFC drivers here.
Learn more about Inventronics NFC drivers here.
Image: Inventronics
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