KR20230170437A - Smart led lighting control system for commercial store - Google Patents

Abstract

A smart LED lighting control system for commercial stores is disclosed. The smart LED lighting control system according to the present invention is a system for controlling LED lighting installed in commercial stores, and includes a memory unit that stores a program that commands execution of one of a plurality of lighting modes preset for each commercial store. and a user interface unit providing an input interface between the program and the user to execute the program or change settings of the lighting mode.

Description

SMART LED LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEM FOR COMMERCIAL STORE}

The present invention relates to an LED lighting control system, and more specifically, to a system for smartly controlling LED lighting installed in commercial stores for efficient operation and management in consideration of the special characteristics of commercial stores.

Recently, as LED lighting has become widespread, various technologies are being researched and developed to control the brightness (dimming), color temperature, timer, and presentation pattern of LED lighting.

However, most of these lighting control technologies target lighting installed in homes or offices, and are often not appropriate for application to commercial stores that display and sell products.

Accordingly, in consideration of the special characteristics of commercial stores, research and development on technologies for controlling the brightness, color temperature, timer, and presentation patterns of LED lights installed in commercial stores are required for efficient operation.

Related prior art documents include Republic of Korea Patent Publication No. 10-2018-0135294 (title of invention: Smart signboard controller using roller, publication date: 2018.12.20) and Republic of Korea Patent Publication No. 10-2020-0119398 (invention) Name: Intelligent Commercial Store Management Integrated Solution, Publication Date: 2020.10.20), etc.

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a smart LED for commercial stores that can smartly control the brightness, color temperature, timer, production pattern, etc. of LED lights installed in commercial stores to suit efficient operation and management by considering the special characteristics of the commercial store. To provide a lighting control system.

The above object is, according to an embodiment of the present invention, a system for controlling LED lighting installed in a commercial store, with a memory unit storing a program that commands execution of one of a plurality of lighting modes preset for each commercial store. , and a user interface unit providing an input interface between the program and the user for executing the program or changing settings of the lighting mode.

Preferably, the lighting mode includes at least one mode of lighting brightness, illuminance, color temperature, timer, and presentation pattern, executes the program according to a user input operation by the user interface unit, and executes the program. Accordingly, it may further include a lighting control unit that controls lighting of the lighting device by transmitting an execution command of the lighting mode selected or changed by the user input manipulation to the corresponding lighting device.

Preferably, when a person is detected by a motion detection sensor installed around or inside a commercial store, the lighting control unit may control the operation of a lighting device installed within a certain radius of the person using an illuminance sensor.

Preferably, when an intruder is detected by the motion detection sensor, the lighting control unit controls the operation of the lighting device to blink in conjunction with a crime prevention and security service provider or maintains the lighting device in an ON state to capture CCTV. This can be controlled to make this possible.

Preferably, the smart LED lighting control system includes an IoT controller connected to the lighting device and the sensor, a gateway that communicates with the IoT controller through a local area network, and sensing data collected by the sensor in conjunction with the gateway. It may further include a commercial store management terminal that receives from the IoT controller and comprehensively controls and manages the lighting device based on the received sensing data.

Preferably, the smart LED lighting control system performs diagnosis on the lighting device by checking whether the power consumption of the lighting device measured by the power measurement unit mounted on the IoT controller is outside a preset normal range. an equipment diagnosis unit, and if a failure occurs as a result of the diagnosis, a failure diagnosis notification regarding the lighting device is sent to a commercial store management terminal (including at least one of a mobile terminal, a fixed terminal placed in a commercial store, and a POS terminal) or a commercial store management terminal. It may further include a notification provision unit that provides real-time notification to the application.

LED for commercial stores according to the present invention According to the smart LED lighting control system for commercial stores, the brightness, color temperature, timer, production pattern, etc. of LED lights installed in commercial stores are controlled by taking into account the special characteristics of the commercial store, Can contribute to efficiently operating and managing the store.

Figure 1 is a diagram showing the network configuration of a smart LED lighting control system for a commercial store according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an example of the detailed configuration of the smart LED lighting control system for the commercial store of FIG. 1.
FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing another example of the detailed configuration of the smart LED lighting control system for the commercial store of FIG. 1.
FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating an example of the detailed configuration of the lighting control unit of FIGS. 2 and 3.
FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating an example of the operation of the smart dimming solution of the lighting control unit of FIG. 4.
Figure 6 is a diagram showing an example of controlling showcase lighting on/off based on a motion sensor.

The advantages and/or features of the present invention and methods for achieving them will become clear by referring to the embodiments described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below and will be implemented in various different forms, but the present embodiments only serve to ensure that the disclosure of the present invention is complete and are within the scope of common knowledge in the technical field to which the present invention pertains. It is provided to fully inform those who have the scope of the invention, and the present invention is only defined by the scope of the claims. Like reference numerals refer to like elements throughout the specification.

In addition, the preferred embodiments of the present invention to be implemented below are provided in each system function configuration in order to efficiently explain the technical components constituting the present invention, or system functions commonly provided in the technical field to which the present invention pertains. The configuration will be omitted whenever possible, and the description will focus on the functional configuration that must be additionally provided for the present invention. If a person has ordinary knowledge in the technical field to which the present invention pertains, he or she will be able to easily understand the functions of conventionally used components among the functional configurations not shown and omitted below, as well as the omitted configurations as described above. The relationships between elements and components added for the present invention will also be clearly understood.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings.

FIG. 1 is a diagram showing the network configuration of a smart LED lighting control system for a commercial store according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 2 is a detailed configuration of the smart LED lighting control system 120 for a commercial store in FIG. 1. This is a block diagram showing an example.

1 and 2, the smart LED lighting control system 120 for a commercial store according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a memory unit 210, a user interface unit 220, a lighting control unit 230, and a control unit. It may be configured to include (240).

The memory unit 210 may store a program that commands execution of one of a plurality of lighting modes preset for each commercial store.

Here, the lighting mode may include the brightness of the lighting 101, illuminance, color temperature, timer, etc. Additionally, the lighting mode may further include a directing pattern of the lighting 101.

The directing pattern of the lighting 101 can be implemented by combining one or more setting values such as brightness, illuminance, color temperature, and timer of the lighting 101. For example, a directing pattern of the lighting 101 can be implemented by combining the brightness of the lighting 101 to 75% and the color temperature to 4000K.

For reference, the lighting 101 may be understood as a concept including the signboard 102.

The user interface unit 220 may provide an input interface between the program and the user to execute the program or change settings of the lighting mode.

That is, the user interface unit 220 is implemented to be linked with an input menu that can execute the program or change the settings of the lighting mode, so that the user can execute the program or change the lighting mode through manipulation of the input menu. You can change the settings.

The lighting control unit 230 executes the program according to a user input operation by the user interface unit 220, and executes the lighting mode selected or changed by the user input operation according to execution of the program. The lighting of the lighting device can be controlled by transmitting it to the device.

Here, although not shown in detail in the drawings, the lighting device is preferably mounted within the lighting 101 or the signboard 102.

When a person is detected by a motion detection sensor (not shown) installed around or inside a commercial store, the lighting control unit 230 uses an illuminance sensor (not shown) to install a lighting device within a certain radius of the detected person. operation can be controlled.

Specifically, when a person is detected by the motion detection sensor and the surrounding illuminance measured by the illuminance sensor is less than a preset value, the lighting control unit 230 searches for a lighting device installed within a certain radius around the person. can do.

To this end, unique identification information may be assigned to each of the lighting devices, and each unique identification information may be stored by matching the location information of the lighting device.

Accordingly, through searching for unique identification information that matches the location information where the person was detected by the motion detection sensor, the lighting control unit 230 can search for lighting devices installed within a certain radius of the detected person.

The lighting control unit 230 transmits an execution command of the corresponding lighting mode by the user interface unit 220 to the discovered lighting device to control the operation of the lighting 101 or the signboard 102 installed in the commercial store. You can.

Meanwhile, when an intruder is detected by the motion detection sensor, the lighting control unit 230 controls the operation of the lighting device to blink or maintains the lighting device in an ON state in conjunction with a crime prevention and security service provider. It can be controlled to enable CCTV filming.

Here, the intruder detection event by the motion detection sensor occurs when a person is detected by the motion detection sensor, such as when the door lock of the commercial store is detected in a locked state, when the commercial store is detected during non-business hours, etc. You can.

The control unit 240 is a smart LED lighting control system 120 for a commercial store according to an embodiment of the present invention, that is, the memory unit 210, the user interface unit 220, the lighting control unit 230, etc. The operation can be controlled overall.

Meanwhile, the smart LED lighting control system 120 for a commercial store according to an embodiment of the present invention may be configured to further include a custom switch, although not shown in the drawing.

The custom switch may be configured to immediately execute at least one lighting mode selected as frequently used by the user among the plurality of lighting modes by the user's operation.

At this time, the custom switch may be configured as a physical switch such as a button, or alternatively, it may be configured as a logical switch virtually implemented on a screen such as a touch panel.

FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing another example of the detailed configuration of the smart LED lighting control system 120 for the commercial store of FIG. 1.

1 and 3, the smart LED lighting control system 120 for a commercial store according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a memory unit 310, a user interface unit 320, a lighting control unit 330, and equipment. It may be configured to include a diagnosis unit 340, a notification provision unit 350, and a control unit 240.

Here, the memory unit 310, the user interface unit 320, the lighting control unit 360, and the control unit 370 are the same or similar to those 210, 220, 230, and 240 of FIG. 2, so The description will be omitted and only the remaining components 340, 350, and 360 will be described in detail.

The equipment diagnosis unit 340 may check whether the power consumption of the lighting 101 or the sign 102 installed in a commercial store is outside a preset normal range. That is, the equipment diagnosis unit 340 compares the power consumption value measured for each IoT controller 110 to which the lighting 101 or the sign 102 is connected with a reference value, and the difference is outside the preset normal range. You can check whether or not.

Here, the power consumption of the lighting 101 or the sign 102 can be measured by a power measurement unit (not shown) mounted on the IoT controller 110.

The equipment diagnosis unit 340 may perform diagnosis on each of the lighting 101 or the signboard 102 according to the check result. For example, the equipment diagnosis unit 340 determines that the lighting 101 or the sign 102 is normal if it is not outside the normal range as a result of the check, and if it is out of the normal range, the lighting 101 or It may be determined that the signboard 102 is broken.

At this time, the equipment diagnosis unit 340 divides the abnormality level of the lighting 101 or the sign 102 into stage 1 (inspection) and stage 2 (failure) in consideration of the failure duration and error rate (error range). You can judge.

In other words, if the difference value according to the comparison of power consumption of the lighting 101 or the sign 102 is outside the normal range, that is, within the error range (error rate), the equipment diagnosis unit 340 determines the lighting ( If the failure duration of the lighting 101 or the sign 102 does not exceed the standard time, the abnormality level of the lighting 101 or the sign 102 can be determined as step 1 (inspection), whereas if it exceeds the standard time, the abnormality level of the lighting 101 or the sign 102 can be determined as step 1 (inspection). It can be judged by stage (failure).

In this case, the notification provider 350 may provide a failure diagnosis notification (inspection or failure) regarding the lighting 101 or the sign 102 by dividing the abnormality levels into stages.

Meanwhile, the equipment diagnosis unit 340 includes a stable section representing a section in which the fluctuation range of power consumption moves within a set range after turning on the lighting 101 or the sign 102, and an initial section before entering the stable section ( Failure diagnosis for the lighting 101 or the sign 102 can be performed by dividing the section into two sections, such as an unstable section).

If a failure occurs as a result of diagnosis by the equipment diagnosis unit 340, the notification provider 350 sends a failure diagnosis notification regarding the lighting 101 or signboard 102 of the commercial store to the commercial store management terminal 130. Alternatively, it can be provided to the commercial store management application 140 in real time.

Here, the commercial store management terminal 130 may include at least one of a mobile terminal (such as a smartphone), a fixed terminal (such as a touch panel) placed in a commercial store, and a POS terminal. Additionally, the commercial store management application 140 may be installed on the commercial store management terminal 130 and/or a management server (not shown) of a service provider.

The notification provider 350 may include information on a zone determined to be a failure zone as a result of the failure diagnosis and a captured image of the failure zone and provide the failure diagnosis notification.

Meanwhile, the smart LED lighting control system 120 for a commercial store according to an embodiment of the present invention, although not shown in the drawing, communicates with the IoT controller through an IoT controller connected to the lighting device and sensor, respectively, and a local area network. It further includes a connected gateway, and a commercial store management terminal that receives sensing data collected by the sensor in conjunction with the gateway from the IoT controller and comprehensively controls and manages the lighting device based on the received sensing data. can do.

Hereinafter, a method for controlling each of the IoT devices (smart commercial store solution) will be described in detail according to an embodiment of the present invention.

1. Commercial lighting dimming (production) control (smart dimming solution)

It is a lighting control solution that automatically controls the lighting brightness (quantity) of a commercial store according to the surrounding brightness, providing an optimal commercial store environment by appropriately maintaining the lighting brightness of the space (location) where external light enters directly.

To this end, the lighting control units 230 and 330 may be configured to include a dimming LED lamp, a dimming sensor, and a smart dimming controller, as shown in FIG. 4 . The dimming LED lamp is a dedicated LED lamp capable of dimming (brightness) control, the dimming sensor is a sensor that measures surrounding brightness (lighting), and the smart dimming controller is a group set based on the measured value of the dimming sensor and This is a controller that controls the brightness of the dimming LED lamps in the line. Here, the line refers to the concept of dividing several lights included in group A, group B, etc. into small groups.

If the operation of the dimming solution for group A of FIG. 4 is explained with reference to FIG. 5, it operates based on the outdoor brightness measured by the dimming sensor of group A. In other words, the smart dimming controller can automatically control the brightness of the lighting installed in the order of 1st line, 2nd line, 3rd line, etc. based on the measured value of the dimming sensor at each defined stage (the brightness for each stage is, for example, 0). %, 25%, 50%, 100%).

According to the above smart dimming solution, the appropriate combination of LED lighting and natural lighting, automatic control of the optimal lighting environment considering the surrounding brightness, simultaneous reduction of unnecessary energy consumption, and when applied to show window lighting Optimal effects can be expected.

2. Commercial store, designated space lighting dimming control

Lighting in commercial stores can be automatically adjusted through motion detection of customers or employees. For example, in the case of a commercial store entrance, the brightness of the lighting can be controlled to be high when a customer enters, and in the case of a cafe space (audience seat), the brightness of the lighting can be maintained at 50% normally, but the brightness of the lighting can be controlled to be high when a customer is detected.

In other words, by providing optimal lighting for each space of a commercial store through dimming (brightness control), lighting can be controlled to control lighting according to the time of day and external solar radiation (illuminance) or to select the appropriate brightness to suit the needs of each commercial store. You can.

As a result, by maintaining the optimal illuminance (brightness) for each space of the commercial store through the brightness of the lighting, it is possible to provide differentiation from existing commercial stores through lighting production in addition to commercial lighting management in commercial stores, thereby improving the customer visit rate to commercial stores. can contribute to

Meanwhile, marketing effects can also be provided using the automatic dimming function (promotion lighting). For example, it is possible to continuously support out-of-hours marketing using automatic dimming for major products centered on show windows in commercial stores (applying lighting for dimming, based on a set time/pattern). At this time, the presentation pattern is a pattern in which the brightness increases from, for example, 50% to 100%, and the presentation time can be implemented as a designated time, for example, between 20:00 and 3:00.

Alternatively, it is possible to provide marketing effects using the dimming function through Welcome Lighting with sensor-linked dimming. For example, it is possible to provide a function to respond to visiting customers (when approaching the show window) by providing specialized dimming focusing on the main products of a commercial store (leading the gaze) (applying lighting for dimming). At this time, the production pattern is a pattern in which the brightness increases from 50% to 100%, and the production time can be implemented as a designated time between 20:00 and 3:00.

Alternatively, it is possible to provide marketing effects using the dimming function through sensor-linked dimming experience lighting. For example, when a customer is detected in an experience area in a commercial store, the brightness of the lighting can be minimized to improve the glare problem between experiences.

In other words, Experience Lighting based on sensor-linked dimming production can support customers to comfortably experience the product by utilizing automatic dimming (brightness reduction) production in consideration of the special characteristics of product introduction (experience) (applying lighting for dimming). . Additionally, energy can be saved through motion sensor integration (automatic dimming, lights on/off).

In the case of automatic lighting, it operates when detected by a motion sensor and can automatically control (dimming, lighting) the lighting in a commercial store. In particular, automatic dimming can be expected to not only save energy but also minimize deterioration of products (e.g. exhibition space).

3. Commercial lighting on/off control/direction

Lighting control in commercial stores can be controlled on/off (commercial stores, kitchens and food storage showcases, etc.). Lights can be automatically turned on/off by detecting people such as customers or employees, and in spaces such as kitchens and counters, lights can be automatically turned off when employees are not in use. For this purpose, an automation function using a scheduling (timer) function can be provided, which allows the desired lighting to be automatically turned on/off at the desired time by setting the day of the week and time unit.

The showcase LED can be controlled based on a motion sensor. Through this, the operation can be controlled so that the showcase LED lights are turned on only when the customer is in the commercial store, and effects such as reduced product loss due to heat generated from the LED and reduced refrigeration costs can be expected (average showcase per commercial store) Power consumption: 3KW for main body, 600W for showcase lighting).

At night after the commercial store closes, it can be used for commercial store security purposes by automatically turning on lights when a commercial store intrusion is detected through motion sensor linkage, as shown in Figure 6.

4. Complement the shortcomings of commercial store security systems

In the case of CCTV in the current security system, there is a low-light image quality issue (infrared method is used, but image quality is inevitably degraded) after the commercial store closes (lights are turned off). Therefore, after the commercial store closes, the lights in the commercial store are automatically turned on or a warning flash is generated through sensing of abnormal movements in the room, and the shortcomings (low-light image quality) of the security cameras installed in the commercial store are compensated to provide a quick response when an issue occurs ( accuracy) and can contribute to minimizing theft.

5. Automatic breakdown notification for commercial store signs/lights

Automatic failure notification can be provided through the automatic diagnosis function of signs and commercial store lighting. A commercial store's signboard is like a face that announces the company's brand, and lighting is an important element in conveying a detailed message about the commercial store and its products to customers. Automatic failure notification allows quick response for customer satisfaction. do.

In this way, according to an embodiment of the present invention, value is added to all spaces where lighting touches through a connected environment, and opportunities for customers to visit commercial stores are encouraged through a smart commercial store environment that takes advantage of the characteristics of the products and spaces of the commercial store. We can provide solutions that provide the best satisfaction to visiting customers. In addition, the solution of the present invention provides an opportunity to directly connect the headquarters and each commercial store, thereby helping to derive potential value in the future by improving the efficiency and integrated management of commercial store management.

As described above, although the embodiments have been described with limited examples and drawings, various modifications and variations can be made by those skilled in the art from the above description. For example, the described techniques are performed in a different order than the described method, and/or components of the described system, structure, device, circuit, etc. are combined or combined in a different form than the described method, or other components are used. Alternatively, appropriate results may be achieved even if substituted or substituted by an equivalent.

Therefore, other implementations, other embodiments and equivalents of the claims also fall within the scope of the claims described below.

101: Lighting
102: Signboard
110: lighting device
120: Smart LED lighting control system for commercial stores
130: Commercial store management terminal
140: Commercial store management APP
210: Memory unit
220: User interface unit
230: Lighting control unit
240: control unit

Claims (6)

A system for controlling LED lighting installed in commercial stores.
a memory unit storing a program that commands execution of one of a plurality of lighting modes preset for each commercial store; and
A user interface unit that provides an input interface between the program and the user to execute the program or change the settings of the lighting mode.
A smart LED lighting control system for commercial stores comprising a.
According to paragraph 1,
The lighting mode includes at least one mode of lighting brightness, illuminance, color temperature, timer, and presentation pattern,
Executes the program according to a user input operation by the user interface unit, and transmits an execution command of the lighting mode selected or changed by the user input operation to the corresponding lighting device according to execution of the program to turn on the lighting of the lighting device. lighting control unit
A smart LED lighting control system for commercial stores, further comprising:
According to paragraph 2,
The lighting control unit
Smart LED lighting control for commercial stores, characterized in that when a person is detected by a motion detection sensor installed around or inside a commercial store, the operation of lighting devices installed within a certain radius of the person is controlled using an illuminance sensor. system.
According to paragraph 3,
The lighting control unit
When an intruder is detected by the motion detection sensor, the operation of the lighting device is controlled to blink in conjunction with a crime prevention and security service provider, or the lighting device is maintained in an ON state to enable CCTV shooting. Smart LED lighting control system for commercial stores.
According to paragraph 1,
IoT controllers each connected to the lighting device and sensor;
A gateway communicated with the IoT controller through a local area network; and
A commercial store management terminal that receives sensing data collected by the sensor in conjunction with the gateway from the IoT controller and comprehensively controls and manages the lighting device based on the received sensing data.
A smart LED lighting control system for commercial stores, further comprising:
According to clause 5,
an equipment diagnosis unit that performs a diagnosis on the lighting device by checking whether the power consumption of the lighting device, measured by a power measurement unit mounted on the IoT controller, is outside a preset normal range; and
In the case of a failure as a result of the diagnosis, a failure diagnosis notification regarding the lighting device is provided in real time to a commercial store management terminal (including at least one of a mobile terminal, a fixed terminal deployed in a commercial store, and a POS terminal) or a commercial store management application. Notification provision section
A smart LED lighting control system for commercial stores, further comprising:

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