Silvair LED Controllers (BLE/NLC) with advanced interoperability

Smart lighting and building automation with Bluetooth NLC protocol

Standard

Silvair is based on the Bluetooth Mesh (SIG) standard and is one of the first systems certified for Bluetooth NLC (Networked Lighting Control). It ensures open interoperability between multi-brand devices, ideal for commercial and industrial installations, with extensions to HVAC control and building automation.

System Architecture

  • BLE mesh network: each device (controller, driver, sensor) is a node extending coverage and reliability.
  • Silvair controllers: support for single-channel, CCT, RGB, and RGBW LED.
  • Management/configuration: via app or software; remote monitoring through optional gateways.
  • DALI-2/D4i sensors: integration with standard sensors (occupancy, light, energy) for advanced automation.
  • BACnet/BMS gateway: native bridge to connect Bluetooth NLC networks with Building Management Systems via BACnet protocol.

Advanced Features

  • Global interoperability: open standard Bluetooth Mesh (SIG) with Bluetooth NLC extension.
  • Digital management: diagnostics, energy telemetry, and centralized configuration.
  • Security: native end-to-end encryption of the mesh protocol.
  • Scalability: suitable from offices to large industrial multi-site facilities.
  • Typical BLE range: approx. 10–30 m per hop indoors (line of sight); longer in open spaces. Mesh further extends coverage.
  • HVAC integration: thermostats can subscribe to occupancy/light sensors to integrate lighting with climate control.
  • Emergency lighting testing: automated scheduled tests for emergency lighting devices with local or remote monitoring.
  • DALI support: full compatibility with DALI interfaces (e.g. DALI Part 341) for wired/hybrid systems.
  • Channel limits: native support up to 4CH (RGBW); not natively supporting 5CH (RGBWA) and 6CH (RGBWAU).

Typical Applications

  • Commercial and corporate buildings: centralized management of lighting and HVAC with smart scenarios and energy savings.
  • Retail & immersive environments: integration of scenic lighting and functional white for product enhancement and dynamic atmospheres.
  • Hospitality and wellness: personalized environments with circadian scenes, reduced visual stress, and tailored comfort.
  • Healthcare facilities: compliant lighting scenarios, emergency support, automated testing, and BMS integration.
  • Campuses, universities, and educational spaces: automation for classrooms, labs, and libraries with centralized control and telemetry.
  • Industrial & smart facilities: lighting + HVAC + automation in warehouses, labs, and production areas with energy monitoring.
  • BMS-integrated projects / eco-campuses: connected ecosystems where lighting, HVAC, air quality, and emergency systems coexist on interoperable platforms.

Available Types

  • Single channel (Dimmer 1CH): white LED or fixed-color (red, green, blue, amber, UV, etc.).
  • CCT 2CH: dynamic warm/cool white.
  • RGB 3CH: three-channel color mixing.
  • RGBW 4CH: RGB with dedicated white channel.