Technical information

Occupancy sensors help building owners
achieve energy savings and energy code
compliance with sensors that are easy to
select, install and commission. Employing
passive infrared (PIR), ultrasonic and dual
technology to accurately detect occupancy
and control lighting loads, occupancy sensors
automatically shut-off lighting in unoccupied
areas – eliminating waste, reducing energy
costs and meeting code requirements.
Schneider Electric innovations help building
owners not only comply with energy codes, but
they also maximize energy savings.
• Adaptive Technology: Patent pending
technology employs advanced algorithms
to achieve convenient energy savings and
reduced lamp and ballast maintenance.
• Integral light level sensors maximize
energy savings in day-lit areas by holding
off articial lighting when adequate natural
light is available.
• Walk-through mode detects brief periods
of occupancy in private ofces, allowing
the sensor to shut-off lighting with less
time delay.
• Lamp saver mode alternates the A- and
B-loads in rooms using 50/50 bi-level
lighting control to maximize lamp life and
reduce maintenance.
• Isolated relays may be used to communicate
with other control systems, such as building
automation and energy management
systems that control other building systems,
like HVAC and lighting, to further maximize
energy savings.
Schneider Electric makes lighting control
easy with a full line of versatile occupancy
sensors. For most applications, the sensors
may be installed right out of the box with no
adjustment. When needed, adjustments are
simple to understand and easy to access,
making commissioning a breeze.
Schneider Electric occupancy sensors were
designed to interface with other systems,
including Powerlink
®
and C-Bus
TM
lighting
control systems, using normally open and
normally closed contacts. As lighting control
needs change and more sophisticated
lighting control is desired, Schnieder Electric
occupancy sensors interface with other
systems to maximize energy savings and
enhance occupant satisfaction.
Introduction to
Occupancy Sensors
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