EP2702834B1 - Operating device for a light-emitting means and adapter for the energy supply thereof - Google Patents

Operating device for a light-emitting means and adapter for the energy supply thereof Download PDF

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EP2702834B1
EP2702834B1 EP12722689.2A EP12722689A EP2702834B1 EP 2702834 B1 EP2702834 B1 EP 2702834B1 EP 12722689 A EP12722689 A EP 12722689A EP 2702834 B1 EP2702834 B1 EP 2702834B1
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  • Operating devices for light sources in particular electronic ballasts, are usually mounted in lights together with the bulbs on the ceiling of the rooms to be illuminated. After attaching these lights, it is usually still necessary to configure the usually integrated therein operating devices.
  • An example of the configuration of the operating devices after installation is in the EP 0433 527 A1 described. It describes how several distributively arranged operating devices are to be controlled by a control center via a data bus at a specific operating address. For this purpose, an original address given to the operating devices is replaced after installation by an appropriate configuration against an operating address.
  • the configuration can be done in a mechanical way via a provided on the operating device rotary switch, DIP-Swich or the like.
  • a mechanical configuration is difficult. This on the one hand, because the operating devices in lights on the ceilings of the rooms to be illuminated only with tools (ladders and the like.) Can be reached, and on the other hand, because the operating devices are usually installed in the lights, which have a closed housing and the Therefore, to be configured components are not accessible or only after opening the lamp housing.
  • the DE 103 29 090 A1 discloses a possibility that in operating devices for lighting means having an input for connection of a light sensor, this input can be used to insert a resistor for address coding of the operating device.
  • this input can be used to insert a resistor for address coding of the operating device.
  • the opening of the lamp housing is required to perform such addressing or change.
  • such a solution increases the space requirement in the luminaire housing, since the resistor must be arranged inside a plug, which then has to be connected to the connection for the light sensor.
  • WO 2011/012417 A1 a method for assigning an operating address to a lighting device is described, which also operates according to the method described above.
  • the light detector is located here on a plug (plug), which is connected to an interface of the operating device.
  • the plug has a controller and is supplied with voltage via the interface by the operating device.
  • the assignment of an operating address is made either by a user transmitting optical digital signals to the light detector with a handheld device or by the user using a computer is programmed.
  • the source address may be stored in the controller. This means that the configuration must be done either remotely using optical aids or directly at the installation site of the control gear.
  • the invention has for its object to provide a way to configure an operating device after installation of the lamp without optical aids and not necessarily on site.
  • the invention consists in a control device for a lighting means, with an adapter, which is designed as an external device part, preferably as a plug, and which can be configured manually or by the supply of actuating signals, wherein the connection elements for the power supply of the operating device are located on the external device part, and wherein the external device part is connected to the operating device by current and / or signal conducting means.
  • the external device part is hereinafter referred to as "adapter" in this embodiment.
  • the invention is based on the consideration that the operating device must be connected via a power supply line to a power source, which is usually the power grid.
  • connection elements for the power supply are routed from the operating device to the external device part, ie an adapter (which also contains the configuration means), then the adapter can be located remotely from the operating device, in a location located either directly next to it is located on the power supply lines, or anywhere between this location and the control gear. In this way one wins - as far as the positioning of the configuration means is concerned - in freedom and is no longer forced to make the configuration of the operating device at its installation site or using optical aids.
  • the adapter is designed as a plug and takes on both the function of an electrical contact as well as an extension of the functionality of the operating device.
  • the operating device may include storage means for an originating address and an operating address.
  • the operating address can be configured by adjusting means located in or on the adapter.
  • the adjusting means may be formed, for example, by a rotary switch, a programming resistor or the like.
  • the operating device is provided with a memory for the source address, and that the adapter has a memory for the operating address.
  • the adapter can be provided with additional connecting elements for the connection to the data bus.
  • a possible alternative to the practical implementation of such an adapter may be that it is provided with resilient contact arms, which form the connection elements for the power supply.
  • adapter is designed as a two-part plug with male part and female part, and wherein this two-part plug is inserted into the power and / or signal conducting means, such that one of the two parts with the operating device and the other is connected to the associated line of the power grid.
  • At least the components serving the configuration can be combined in a configuration module which can be snapped into a recess of the adapter with resilient contact terminals.
  • the invention also relates to a lighting unit / light having a light source and an operating device according to the invention.
  • the invention also relates to a lighting system, comprising a plurality of lights, wherein the lights are each connected via control lines and at least one lamp has an adapter according to the invention.
  • FIG. 1 a lighting means 12 is shown, which is operated by means of an operating device 1a.
  • the operating device 1a generates the operating voltage necessary for the operation of the luminous means 12 and for this purpose contains a voltage generator GE.
  • the voltage generator GE is an electrical circuit for influencing the operation of the luminous means 12.
  • the operating device 1a is connected via power conducting means 13, 16 and / or signal conducting means 14, 15 to an adapter 1b, which can form an active external device part of the operating device 1a.
  • the adapter is preferably formed as a plug and includes connection elements 8 and 9, with which the adapter 1 b can be connected to the wires 2, 3 of the power grid.
  • the mains current is forwarded from the adapter 1b to the operating device via the current conducting means 13, 16.
  • the adapter 1b can feed itself from the mains or via the control lines 4, 5, if it contains active components.
  • the operating device 1a and the associated light source 12 can be arranged inside a luminaire (not shown here).
  • the adapter 1b can also be arranged inside the luminaire or outside the luminaire.
  • the adapter is accessible to the user without having to open the light.
  • the adapter 1b can be controlled via control lines 4, 5 from a control center (not shown).
  • the control panel can be a push-button or rotary switch or an operating device such as a touch panel.
  • the control lines 4, 5 can be designed as wired or non-wired transmission means in addition to the wires 2, 3 of the power grid. Alternatively, however, the lead wires 2, 3 of the power network can additionally assume the function of the control lines 4, 5.
  • the operating device 1a contains a memory UA for the source address and also a controller CT, which controls the voltage generator GE and is also responsible for the address management.
  • the operating device 1a can be assigned an operating address, which replaces after installation a stored in a memory UA of the operating device 1a source address.
  • the operating address identifies that Operating device in connection with the installation site.
  • the operating address can, however, naturally be awarded only when the operating device and the lamp operated by it have been mounted in a specific location. For this purpose, a configuration of the operating device 1a is required.
  • the components to be configured or the configuration or adjustment means are located in or on the adapter 1b. They consist of a (rotary) switch 20 and / or a configuration module KB. With the switch 20 can be written to be deposited in a memory BA of the adapter 1b operating address in the adapter 1b. The configuration can also be made by replacing the mentioned configuration block KB.
  • the adapter 1b is also provided with additional connection elements 6, 7, via which a connection with the control lines 4, 5, e.g. a data bus can be made.
  • the adapter 1b transmits the data transmitted to the adapter 1b to the operating device 1a, via signal line means 14, 15 or in modulated form via the power conducting means 13, 16, which is intended for the transmission of the operating energy.
  • both in the adapter 1b and in the operating device 1a communication means KMa, KMb are provided, which can receive or also send the data.
  • the data transmitted from a control center to the operating device 1a can, for example, be looped through the adapter 1b from the control lines 4, 5 to the signal conducting means 14, 15, and optionalally, the adapter 1b via its communication means KMb additional data via the signal line 14, 15 send to the operating device 1a.
  • the operating device 1a can also send data via the adapter 1b to the control lines 4, 5.
  • the data transmitted via the signal line means 14, 15 are not forwarded to the control lines 4, 5, so that in addition to the communication with the center through the adapter 1 b (via the control lines 4, 5), a communication separated therefrom takes place between the adapter 1b and the operating device 1a.
  • the adapter can forward this configuration information directly or indirectly via the signal line means 14, 15 or the control of the operating device 1a via the signal line means 14, 15 according to the configuration information adapt.
  • the adapter 1b can be assigned an operating address via the (rotary) switch 20 and / or the configuration module KB. Depending on this, the adapter 1b can then evaluate the data transmitted via the control lines 4, 5. If he recognizes on the basis of the transmitted with the data operating address information that the data are directed to him, he can forward corresponding control signals to the operating device 1a or also influence the forwarding of the mains current via the power line means 13, 16. So it may also be possible that the Operating device 1a no operating address is assigned, and the control of the operating device 1a is carried out only by the forwarding of all relevant for this operating device 1a data, the adapter 1b only forwards the data associated with the operating address associated with the adapter 1b. Thus, in this case, the adapter 1b is addressed, wherein the operating device 1a does not have to have an operating address.
  • no signal-conducting means 14, 15 need be present, but the operating device 1a is designed without separate communication means KMa.
  • the latter in the case of a corresponding switch-off command to the operating address of the adapter 1b, the latter can interrupt the power supply to the power line means 13, 16 and thus switch off the operating device 1a.
  • the adapter 1b forwards the configuration information given via the switch 20 and / or the configuration module KB to the operating device 1a via the signal line means 14, 15 (for example, an operating address).
  • the operating device 1a receives this configuration information and puts it down.
  • a transmitted operating address can be stored in the memory UA of the operating device 1a.
  • the received configuration information can also be stored in the controller CT.
  • the operating device 1a can subsequently adapt its communication and / or its behavior in accordance with the received configuration information. For example, it may be based on the data transmitted via the signal conducting means 14, 15 Operating address information recognizes that the data are directed to the operating device and process it accordingly (ie receive and adapt its behavior).
  • a configuration can mean not only the operating address but also an adaptation of the behavior of the operating device. For example, via the configuration upon receipt of a corresponding control signal or else by detection by a sensor (eg brightness threshold or presence detection), a brightness value predetermined by such a configuration can be assumed and / or set or a given execution behavior (eg a passage of a sequence of brightness changes and / or the start of a fluorescent lamp at the end of a predetermined preheating time).
  • a sensor eg brightness threshold or presence detection
  • the adapter 1b can also read out a configuration stored in the operating device 1a (for example in the controller CT) so that when the operating device 1a is replaced (for example in the case of a defect), the previous configuration of the operating device to be replaced is transferred to the newly connected operating device can be. In this way, the user can be made a substantial compatibility in a device replacement.
  • the configuration module KB is positioned in a designated recess 13 of the adapter 1b and is held there by spring contacts 12a, via which it is also supplied with voltage, and over which he continues to exchange signals and data.
  • the connecting elements 6 to 9 are designed as contact spring arms and allow a very simple and fast connection of the adapter with the corresponding lines 2 to 5.
  • the adapter 1b is formed here as a plug.
  • the adapter 1b is connected to the operating device via the current-conducting means 13, 16 and optionally also via the signal-conducting means 14, 15.
  • the adapter 1b can be designed as a plug so that the customer can make contact with the operating device via the adapter 1b without danger, especially if the adapter 1b is designed as a safety plug, such as a so-called 'Wieland' plug.
  • plug includes both the design as a mother part or a male part, thus the execution of the plug is included as a socket.
  • the adapter is designed as a two-part plug and consists of a male part 100b and a female part 100b.
  • the male part 11b is connected to the operating device 1a via an electric wire 111b.
  • the female part 100c is connected via an electrical line 111c to the associated line of the power network.
  • the two lines 111b and 111c not only serve to supply power to the operating device 1a and the Configuration blocks KB on the adapter, but also for the transmission of signals and data.
  • the configuration information is transmitted from the adapter to the operating device 1a via the electric wire 111b.
  • the male part 100b has male pins 108b, 109b, 110b corresponding to corresponding male recesses 108c, 109c, 110c in the female part 100c.
  • the male part 100b has a recess 113 for receiving a configuration module KB, which can be snapped into spring contacts 112.
  • a configuration can here as well as in the FIGS. 2a and 2b shown adapter 1b by replacement of the configuration module or by actuation of (not shown here) adjustment made on the same.

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Betriebsgeräte für Leuchtmittel, insbesondere elektronische Vorschaltgeräte, werden in der Regel in Leuchten zusammen mit den Leuchtmitteln an der Decke der zu beleuchtenden Räume befestigt. Nach der Befestigung dieser Leuchten ist es meistens noch nötig, die in der Regel darin eingebauten Betriebsgeräte zu konfigurieren.Operating devices for light sources, in particular electronic ballasts, are usually mounted in lights together with the bulbs on the ceiling of the rooms to be illuminated. After attaching these lights, it is usually still necessary to configure the usually integrated therein operating devices.

Ein Beispiel für die Konfigurierung der Betriebsgeräte nach der Installation ist in der EP 0433 527 A1 beschrieben. Dort ist beschrieben, wie mehrere verteilt angeordnete Betriebsgeräte von einer Zentrale über einen Datenbus unter einer bestimmten Betriebsadresse angesteuert werden sollen. Dazu wird eine den Betriebsgeräten mitgegebene Ursprungsadresse nach der Installation durch entsprechende Konfiguration gegen eine Betriebsadresse ausgetauscht.An example of the configuration of the operating devices after installation is in the EP 0433 527 A1 described. It describes how several distributively arranged operating devices are to be controlled by a control center via a data bus at a specific operating address. For this purpose, an original address given to the operating devices is replaced after installation by an appropriate configuration against an operating address.

Die Konfiguration kann auf mechanische Art über einen an dem Betriebsgerät vorgesehenen Drehschalter, DIP-Swich oder dgl. erfolgen. Eine solche mechanische Konfiguration ist jedoch schwierig. Dies einerseits, weil die Betriebsgeräte in Leuchten an den Decken der zu beleuchtenden Räume nur mit Hilfsmitteln (Leitern und dergl.) erreichbar sind, und andererseits deshalb, weil die Betriebsgeräte in der Regel in den Leuchten verbaut sind, welche ein geschlossenes Gehäuse haben und die zu konfigurierenden Bauelemente deshalb nicht oder nur nach einem Öffnen des Leuchtengehäuses zugänglich sind.The configuration can be done in a mechanical way via a provided on the operating device rotary switch, DIP-Swich or the like. However, such a mechanical configuration is difficult. This on the one hand, because the operating devices in lights on the ceilings of the rooms to be illuminated only with tools (ladders and the like.) Can be reached, and on the other hand, because the operating devices are usually installed in the lights, which have a closed housing and the Therefore, to be configured components are not accessible or only after opening the lamp housing.

Die DE 103 29 090 A1 offenbart eine Möglichkeit, dass bei Betriebsgeräten für Leuchtmittel, die einen Eingang zum Anschluss eines Lichtsensors aufweisen, dieser Eingang verwendet werden kann, um einen Widerstand zur Adress-Codierung des Betriebsgerätes einzusetzen. Allerdings hat es sich in der Praxis gezeigt, dass dennoch das Öffnen des Leuchtengehäuses erforderlich ist, um eine derartige Adressierung durchzuführen oder zu ändern. Zudem erhöht eine solche Lösung den Platzbedarf im Leuchtengehäuse, da der Widerstand innerhalb eines Steckers angeordnet sein muss, der dann mit dem Anschluss für den Lichtsensor verbunden werden muss.The DE 103 29 090 A1 discloses a possibility that in operating devices for lighting means having an input for connection of a light sensor, this input can be used to insert a resistor for address coding of the operating device. However, it has been found in practice that still the opening of the lamp housing is required to perform such addressing or change. In addition, such a solution increases the space requirement in the luminaire housing, since the resistor must be arranged inside a plug, which then has to be connected to the connection for the light sensor.

Auch die Distanz vom Boden bis zu den Raumdecken, an denen Betriebsgeräten installiert sind, kann ohne Problem überwunden werden, wenn die Leuchten und die darin enthaltenen Betriebsgeräte mit Lichtdetektoren ausgerüstet werden, über die man vom Boden aus durch Übertragung von Lichtsignalen kommunizieren und die betreffenden Betriebsadressen übermitteln kann. Diese Methode ist Gegenstand der DE 44 22 215 A1 .Also, the distance from the floor to the ceiling, where operating devices are installed, can be overcome without any problem if the lights and the operating devices contained therein are equipped with light detectors that communicate from the ground by transmitting light signals and the relevant operating addresses can transmit. This method is the subject of DE 44 22 215 A1 ,

In der WO 2011/012417 A1 ist ein Verfahren zur Zuweisung einer Betriebsadresse an ein Betriebsgerät für Leuchtmittel beschrieben, das ebenfalls nach der vorstehend beschriebenen Methode arbeitet. Der Lichtdetektor befindet sich hier an einem Plug (Stecker), der mit einer Schnittstelle des Betriebsgerätes verbunden ist. Der Plug weist einen Controller auf und wird über die Schnittstelle von dem Betriebsgerät mit Spannung versorgt. Die Zuweisung einer Betriebsadresse erfolgt entweder dadurch dass ein Benutzer mit einem Handgerät optische Digitalsignale an den Lichtdetektor übermittelt oder indem der Plug von dem Benutzer mittels eines Computers programmiert wird. Die Ursprungsadresse kann in dem Controller abgespeichert sein. Das bedeutet, dass die Konfiguration entweder aus der Entfernung unter Verwendung von optischen Hilfsmitteln oder unmittelbar am Installationsort des Betriebsgerätes erfolgen muss.In the WO 2011/012417 A1 a method for assigning an operating address to a lighting device is described, which also operates according to the method described above. The light detector is located here on a plug (plug), which is connected to an interface of the operating device. The plug has a controller and is supplied with voltage via the interface by the operating device. The assignment of an operating address is made either by a user transmitting optical digital signals to the light detector with a handheld device or by the user using a computer is programmed. The source address may be stored in the controller. This means that the configuration must be done either remotely using optical aids or directly at the installation site of the control gear.

Der Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, eine Möglichkeit zu schaffen, um ein Betriebsgerät nach der Installation der Leuchte ohne optische Hilfsmittel und nicht zwingend vor Ort konfigurieren zu können.The invention has for its object to provide a way to configure an operating device after installation of the lamp without optical aids and not necessarily on site.

Die Lösung ist Gegenstand der unabhängigen Ansprüche. Die abhängigen Ansprüche enthalten zweckmäßige Ausgestaltungen der Erfindung.The solution is the subject of the independent claims. The dependent claims contain expedient embodiments of the invention.

Ausgehend von dem in der WO 2011/012417 A1 beschriebenen Stand der Technik besteht die Erfindung in einem Betriebsgerät für ein Leuchtmittel,
mit einem Adapter, der als externes Geräteteil, vorzugsweise als Stecker, ausgebildet ist und der manuell oder durch die Zuführung von Stellsignalen konfigurierbar ist,
wobei sich die Anschlusselemente für die Energieversorgung des Betriebsgerätes an dem externen Geräteteil befinden, und wobei der externe Geräteteil mit dem Betriebsgerät durch Strom- und/ oder Signalleitungsmittel verbunden ist.Starting from the in the WO 2011/012417 A1 described prior art, the invention consists in a control device for a lighting means,
with an adapter, which is designed as an external device part, preferably as a plug, and which can be configured manually or by the supply of actuating signals,
wherein the connection elements for the power supply of the operating device are located on the external device part, and wherein the external device part is connected to the operating device by current and / or signal conducting means.

Der externe Geräteteil wird in dieser Ausbildung nachfolgend als "Adapter" bezeichnet.The external device part is hereinafter referred to as "adapter" in this embodiment.

Der Erfindung liegt die Überlegung zugrunde, dass das Betriebsgerät über eine Stromzuführungsleitung mit einer Energiequelle verbunden werden muss, die in der Regel das Stromnetz ist.The invention is based on the consideration that the operating device must be connected via a power supply line to a power source, which is usually the power grid.

Die Leitungen des Stromnetzes verlaufen normalerweise nicht dort, wo das Betriebsgerät installiert werden muss. Wenn die Anschlusselemente für die Energieversorgung von dem Betriebsgerät in den externen Geräteteil, also in einen Adapter verlegt werden (der auch die Konfigurationsmittel enthält), so kann der Adapter entfernt von dem Betriebsgerät angeordnet werden, und zwar an einem Ort, der sich entweder direkt neben den Leitungen des Stromnetzes befindet, oder irgendwo zwischen diesem Ort und dem Betriebsgerät. Auf diese Weise gewinnt man - was die Positionierung der Konfigurationsmittel betrifft - an Freiheit und ist nicht mehr gezwungen, die Konfiguration des Betriebsgerätes an dessen Installationsort oder unter Verwendung von optischen Hilfsmitteln vorzunehmen.The power lines are usually not where the control gear must be installed. If the connection elements for the power supply are routed from the operating device to the external device part, ie an adapter (which also contains the configuration means), then the adapter can be located remotely from the operating device, in a location located either directly next to it is located on the power supply lines, or anywhere between this location and the control gear. In this way one wins - as far as the positioning of the configuration means is concerned - in freedom and is no longer forced to make the configuration of the operating device at its installation site or using optical aids.

Vorzugsweise ist der Adapter als Stecker ausgebildet und übernimmt sowohl die Funktion einer elektrischen Kontaktierung als auch eine Erweiterung der Funktionalität des Betriebsgerätes.Preferably, the adapter is designed as a plug and takes on both the function of an electrical contact as well as an extension of the functionality of the operating device.

Das Betriebsgerät kann Speichermittel für eine Ursprungsadresse und eine Betriebsadresse enthalten. Die Betriebsadresse kann durch in oder an dem Adapter befindlichen Einstellmitteln konfiguriert werden.The operating device may include storage means for an originating address and an operating address. The operating address can be configured by adjusting means located in or on the adapter.

Die Einstellmittel können beispielsweise von einem Drehschalter, einem Programmierwiderstand oder dgl. gebildet sein.The adjusting means may be formed, for example, by a rotary switch, a programming resistor or the like.

Eine andere Weiterbildung kann darin bestehen, dass das Betriebsgerät mit einem Speicher für die Ursprungsadresse versehen ist, und dass der Adapter einen Speicher für die Betriebsadresse aufweist.Another development may be that the operating device is provided with a memory for the source address, and that the adapter has a memory for the operating address.

Wenn das Betriebsgerät über einen Datenbus angesteuert werden soll, so kann der Adapter mit zusätzlichen Anschlusselementen für die Verbindung mit dem Datenbus versehen werden.If the operating device is to be controlled via a data bus, the adapter can be provided with additional connecting elements for the connection to the data bus.

Eine mögliche Alternative zur praktischen Realisierung eines solchen Adapters kann darin bestehen, dass er mit federnden Kontaktarmen versehen wird, welche die Anschlusselemente für die Energieversorgung bilden.A possible alternative to the practical implementation of such an adapter may be that it is provided with resilient contact arms, which form the connection elements for the power supply.

Eine andere mögliche Alternative ist die, dass Adapter als ein zweiteiliger Stecker mit Vaterteil und Mutterteil ausgebildet ist, und wobei dieser zweiteilige Stecker in die Strom- und/oder Signalleitungsmittel eingesetzt ist, derart, dass das eine der beiden Teile mit dem Betriebsgerät und das andere mit der zugeordneten Leitung des Stromnetzes verbunden ist.Another possible alternative is that adapter is designed as a two-part plug with male part and female part, and wherein this two-part plug is inserted into the power and / or signal conducting means, such that one of the two parts with the operating device and the other is connected to the associated line of the power grid.

Zumindest die der Konfiguration dienenden Bauelemente können in einem Konfigurationsbaustein vereinigt sein, der in einer Ausnehmung des Adapters mit federnden Kontaktklemmen einschnappbar ist.At least the components serving the configuration can be combined in a configuration module which can be snapped into a recess of the adapter with resilient contact terminals.

Die Erfindung betrifft auch eine Beleuchtungseinheit/Leuchte aufweisend ein Leuchtmittel und ein erfindungsgemäßes Betriebsgerät.The invention also relates to a lighting unit / light having a light source and an operating device according to the invention.

Die Erfindung betrifft auch ein Beleuchtungssystem, aufweisend mehrere Leuchten, wobei die Leuchten jeweils über Steuerleitungen verbunden sind und zumindest eine Leuchte einen erfindungsgemäßen Adapter aufweist.The invention also relates to a lighting system, comprising a plurality of lights, wherein the lights are each connected via control lines and at least one lamp has an adapter according to the invention.

Ausführungsbeispiele der Erfindung werden nachfolgend anhand der Zeichnung beschrieben.Embodiments of the invention are described below with reference to the drawing.

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  • Figur 1 ein schematisiertes Blockschaltbild eines Betriebsgerätes mit einem dazu gehörenden Adapter gemäß einer ersten Ausführungsform:
  • Figur 2a eine Ansicht von oben auf den in Figur 1 gezeigten Adapter;
  • Figur 2b eine Seitenansicht des in Figur 1 gezeigten Adapters;
  • Figur 3a eine Ansicht von oben auf eine zweite Ausführungsform des Adapters;
  • Figur 3b eine Seitenansicht auf den Adapter gemäß der zweiten Ausführungsform.
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  • FIG. 1 a schematic block diagram of an operating device with a corresponding adapter according to a first embodiment:
  • FIG. 2a a view from the top of the in FIG. 1 shown adapter;
  • FIG. 2b a side view of the in FIG. 1 shown adapter;
  • FIG. 3a a top view of a second embodiment of the adapter;
  • FIG. 3b a side view of the adapter according to the second embodiment.

In Figur 1 ist ein Leuchtmittel 12 gezeigt, das mittels eines Betriebsgerätes 1a betrieben wird. Das Betriebsgerät 1a erzeugt die für den Betrieb des Leuchtmittels 12 notwendige Betriebsspannung und enthält dazu einen Spannungsgenerator GE. Der Spannungsgenerator GE ist eine elektrische Schaltung zur Beeinflussung des Betriebes des Leuchtmittels 12.In FIG. 1 a lighting means 12 is shown, which is operated by means of an operating device 1a. The operating device 1a generates the operating voltage necessary for the operation of the luminous means 12 and for this purpose contains a voltage generator GE. The voltage generator GE is an electrical circuit for influencing the operation of the luminous means 12.

Das Betriebsgerät 1a ist über Stromleitungsmittel 13, 16 und / oder Signalleitungsmittel 14, 15 mit einem Adapter 1b verbunden, der ein aktives externes Geräteteil des Betriebsgerätes 1a bilden kann. Der Adapter ist vorzugsweise als Stecker ausgebildet und enthält Anschlusselemente 8 und 9, mit denen der Adapter 1b mit den Leitungsdrähten 2, 3 des Stromnetzes verbunden werden kann. Der Netzstrom wird von dem Adapter 1b an das Betriebsgerät über die Stromleitungsmittel 13, 16 weitergeleitet. Außerdem kann sich der Adapter 1b selbst aus dem Netzstrom oder über die Steuerleitungen 4, 5 speisen, sofern er aktive Bauteile enthält. Das Betriebsgerät 1a und das dazugehörige Leuchtmittel 12 können innerhalb einer Leuchte (hier nicht dargestellt) angeordnet sein. Der Adapter 1b kann auch innerhalb der Leuchte oder außerhalb der Leuchte angeordnet sein. Vorzugsweise ist der Adapter für den Benutzer zugänglich, ohne dass ein Öffnen der Leuchte erforderlich ist.The operating device 1a is connected via power conducting means 13, 16 and / or signal conducting means 14, 15 to an adapter 1b, which can form an active external device part of the operating device 1a. The adapter is preferably formed as a plug and includes connection elements 8 and 9, with which the adapter 1 b can be connected to the wires 2, 3 of the power grid. The mains current is forwarded from the adapter 1b to the operating device via the current conducting means 13, 16. In addition, the adapter 1b can feed itself from the mains or via the control lines 4, 5, if it contains active components. The operating device 1a and the associated light source 12 can be arranged inside a luminaire (not shown here). The adapter 1b can also be arranged inside the luminaire or outside the luminaire. Preferably, the adapter is accessible to the user without having to open the light.

Der Adapter 1b ist über Steuerleitungen 4, 5 von einer (nicht dargestellten) Zentrale aus ansteuerbar. Die Zentrale kann ein Taster oder Drehschalter oder auch ein Bediengerät wie ein Touchpanel sein. Die Steuerleitungen 4, 5 können als drahtgebundene oder nicht-drahtgebundene Übertragungsmittel zusätzlich zu den Leitungsdrähten 2, 3 des Stromnetzes ausgeführt sein. Alternativ können aber auch die Leitungsdrähte 2,3 des Stromnetzes zusätzlich die Funktion der Steuerleitungen 4, 5 übernehmen.The adapter 1b can be controlled via control lines 4, 5 from a control center (not shown). The control panel can be a push-button or rotary switch or an operating device such as a touch panel. The control lines 4, 5 can be designed as wired or non-wired transmission means in addition to the wires 2, 3 of the power grid. Alternatively, however, the lead wires 2, 3 of the power network can additionally assume the function of the control lines 4, 5.

Das Betriebsgerät 1a enthält einen Speicher UA für die Ursprungsadresse und weiterhin einen Controller CT, der den Spannungsgenerator GE steuert und auch für das Adressenmanagement zuständig ist.The operating device 1a contains a memory UA for the source address and also a controller CT, which controls the voltage generator GE and is also responsible for the address management.

Dem Betriebsgerät 1a kann eine Betriebsadresse zugeordnet werden, welche nach der Montage eine in einem Speicher UA des Betriebsgeräts 1a abgespeicherte Ursprungsadresse ersetzt. Die Betriebsadresse kennzeichnet das Betriebsgerät in Verbindung mit dem Installationsort. Die Betriebsadresse kann jedoch naturgemäß erst vergeben werden, wenn das Betriebsgerät und die von ihr betriebene Leuchte an einem bestimmten Ort montiert worden sind. Dazu ist eine Konfiguration des Betriebsgerätes 1a erforderlich.The operating device 1a can be assigned an operating address, which replaces after installation a stored in a memory UA of the operating device 1a source address. The operating address identifies that Operating device in connection with the installation site. The operating address can, however, naturally be awarded only when the operating device and the lamp operated by it have been mounted in a specific location. For this purpose, a configuration of the operating device 1a is required.

Die zu konfigurierenden Bauelemente bzw. die Konfigurations- oder Einstellmittel befinden sich in bzw. an dem Adapter 1b. Sie bestehen aus einem (Dreh-)Schalter 20 und/oder einem Konfigurationsbaustein KB. Mit dem Schalter 20 kann eine in einem Speicher BA des Adapters 1b abzulegende Betriebsadresse in den Adapter 1b eingeschrieben werden. Die Konfiguration kann auch vorgenommen werden, indem der erwähnte Konfigurationsbaustein KB ausgewechselt wird.The components to be configured or the configuration or adjustment means are located in or on the adapter 1b. They consist of a (rotary) switch 20 and / or a configuration module KB. With the switch 20 can be written to be deposited in a memory BA of the adapter 1b operating address in the adapter 1b. The configuration can also be made by replacing the mentioned configuration block KB.

Neben den Anschlusselementen 8 und 9 für die Energieversorgung ist der Adapter 1b noch mit zusätzlichen Anschlusselementen 6, 7 versehen, über die eine Verbindung mit den Steuerleitungen 4, 5, z.B. einem Datenbus, hergestellt werden kann. Die dem Adapter 1b übermittelten Daten leitet der Adapter 1b an das Betriebsgerät 1a weiter, und zwar über Signalleitungsmittel 14, 15 oder in modulierter Form über die Stromleitungsmittel 13, 16, die für die Weiterleitung der Betriebsenergie bestimmt ist. Dazu sind sowohl in dem Adapter 1b als auch in dem Betriebsgerät 1a Kommunikationsmittel KMa, KMb vorgesehen, welche die Daten empfangen bzw. auch senden können.In addition to the connection elements 8 and 9 for the power supply, the adapter 1b is also provided with additional connection elements 6, 7, via which a connection with the control lines 4, 5, e.g. a data bus can be made. The adapter 1b transmits the data transmitted to the adapter 1b to the operating device 1a, via signal line means 14, 15 or in modulated form via the power conducting means 13, 16, which is intended for the transmission of the operating energy. For this purpose, both in the adapter 1b and in the operating device 1a communication means KMa, KMb are provided, which can receive or also send the data.

Die von einer Zentrale an das Betriebsgerät 1a übertragenen Daten können beispielsweise durch den Adapter 1b von den Steuerleitungen 4, 5 auf die Signalleitungsmittel 14, 15 durchgeschleift werden, und optional kann der Adapter 1b über seine Kommunikationsmittel KMb zusätzliche Daten über die Signalleitungsmittel 14, 15 an das Betriebsgerät 1a senden. Es kann das Betriebsgerät 1a auch Daten über den Adapter 1b an die Steuerleitungen 4, 5 senden. Zusätzlich kann es möglich sein, dass die über die Signalleitungsmittel 14, 15 übertragenen Daten nicht an die Steuerleitungen 4, 5 weitergegeben werden, so dass neben der Kommunikation mit der Zentrale durch den Adapter 1b (über die Steuerleitungen 4, 5) eine davon abgetrennte Kommunikation zwischen dem Adapter 1b und dem Betriebsgerät 1a stattfindet.The data transmitted from a control center to the operating device 1a can, for example, be looped through the adapter 1b from the control lines 4, 5 to the signal conducting means 14, 15, and Optionally, the adapter 1b via its communication means KMb additional data via the signal line 14, 15 send to the operating device 1a. The operating device 1a can also send data via the adapter 1b to the control lines 4, 5. In addition, it may be possible that the data transmitted via the signal line means 14, 15 are not forwarded to the control lines 4, 5, so that in addition to the communication with the center through the adapter 1 b (via the control lines 4, 5), a communication separated therefrom takes place between the adapter 1b and the operating device 1a.

Sofern eine Konfiguration des Adapters 1b durch den Benutzer erfolgt ist (z.B. über den (Dreh-)Schalter 20 und/oder oder den Konfigurationsbaustein KB), kann der Adapter diese Konfigurationsinformation über die Signalleitungsmittel 14, 15 direkt oder indirekt weiterleiten oder die Ansteuerung des Betriebsgerätes 1a über die Signalleitungsmittel 14, 15 entsprechend der Konfigurationsinformation anpassen.If a configuration of the adapter 1b has been made by the user (eg via the (rotary) switch 20 and / or the configuration module KB), the adapter can forward this configuration information directly or indirectly via the signal line means 14, 15 or the control of the operating device 1a via the signal line means 14, 15 according to the configuration information adapt.

Dabei sind verschiedene Ausführungsformen möglich. Beispielsweise kann dem Adapter 1b über den (Dreh-) Schalter 20 und/oder oder den Konfigurationsbaustein KB eine Betriebsadresse zugewiesen werden. Abhängig von diesem kann dann der Adapter 1b die über die Steuerleitungen 4, 5 übertragenen Daten auswerten. Sofern er anhand der mit den Daten übertragenen Betriebsadresseninformation erkennt, dass die Daten an ihn gerichtet sind, kann er entsprechende Steuersignale an das Betriebsgerät 1a weiterleiten oder auch die Weiterleitung des Netzstromes über die Stromleitungsmittel 13, 16 beeinflussen. So kann es auch möglich sein, dass dem Betriebsgerät 1a keine Betriebsadresse zugewiesen wird, und die Ansteuerung des Betriebsgerätes 1a nur durch die Weiterleitung aller für dieses Betriebsgerätes 1a relevanten Daten erfolgt, wobei der Adapter 1b nur die Daten weiterleitet, die mit der dem Adapter 1b zugeordneten Betriebsadresse in Zusammenhang stehen. Somit erfolgt in diesem Fall eine Adressierung des Adapters 1b, wobei das Betriebsgerät 1a keine Betriebsadresse aufweisen muss.Various embodiments are possible. For example, the adapter 1b can be assigned an operating address via the (rotary) switch 20 and / or the configuration module KB. Depending on this, the adapter 1b can then evaluate the data transmitted via the control lines 4, 5. If he recognizes on the basis of the transmitted with the data operating address information that the data are directed to him, he can forward corresponding control signals to the operating device 1a or also influence the forwarding of the mains current via the power line means 13, 16. So it may also be possible that the Operating device 1a no operating address is assigned, and the control of the operating device 1a is carried out only by the forwarding of all relevant for this operating device 1a data, the adapter 1b only forwards the data associated with the operating address associated with the adapter 1b. Thus, in this case, the adapter 1b is addressed, wherein the operating device 1a does not have to have an operating address.

In einer speziellen Ausführungsform müssen gar keine Signalleitungsmittel 14, 15 vorhanden sein, sondern das Betriebsgerät 1a ist ohne separate Kommunikationsmittel KMa ausgeführt. In diesem Fall kann bei einem entsprechenden Ausschaltbefehl an die Betriebsadresse des Adapters 1b dieser die Stromzufuhr zu den Stromleitungsmitteln 13, 16 unterbrechen und somit das Betriebsgerät 1a abschalten.In a specific embodiment, no signal-conducting means 14, 15 need be present, but the operating device 1a is designed without separate communication means KMa. In this case, in the case of a corresponding switch-off command to the operating address of the adapter 1b, the latter can interrupt the power supply to the power line means 13, 16 and thus switch off the operating device 1a.

Es wäre aber auch möglich, dass der Adapter 1b die über den Schalter 20 und/oder oder den Konfigurationsbaustein KB vorgegebenen Konfigurationsinformation über die Signalleitungsmittel 14, 15 an das Betriebsgerät 1a weiterleitet (beispielsweise eine Betriebsadresse). Das Betriebsgerät 1a empfängt diese Konfigurationsinformation und legt sie ab. Beispielsweise kann eine übertragene Betriebsadresse in dem Speicher UA des Betriebsgerätes 1a abgelegt werden. Die empfangene Konfigurationsinformation kann aber auch in dem Controller CT abgelegt werden. Das Betriebsgerät 1a kann in weiterer Folge seine Kommunikation und/oder sein Verhalten entsprechend der empfangenen Konfigurationsinformation anpassen. Beispielsweise kann es anhand der mit den Daten über die Signalleitungsmittel 14, 15 übertragenen Betriebsadresseninformationen erkennen, dass die Daten an das Betriebsgerät gerichtet sind und diese entsprechend weiterverarbeiten (d.h. empfangen und sein Verhalten anpassen).However, it would also be possible for the adapter 1b to forward the configuration information given via the switch 20 and / or the configuration module KB to the operating device 1a via the signal line means 14, 15 (for example, an operating address). The operating device 1a receives this configuration information and puts it down. For example, a transmitted operating address can be stored in the memory UA of the operating device 1a. The received configuration information can also be stored in the controller CT. The operating device 1a can subsequently adapt its communication and / or its behavior in accordance with the received configuration information. For example, it may be based on the data transmitted via the signal conducting means 14, 15 Operating address information recognizes that the data are directed to the operating device and process it accordingly (ie receive and adapt its behavior).

Eine Konfiguration kann neben der Betriebsadresse auch eine Anpassung des Verhaltens des Betriebsgerätes bedeuten. Beispielsweise kann über die Konfiguration bei Eingang eines entsprechenden Steuersignals oder auch aufgrund Erfassung durch einen Sensor (bspw. Helligkeitsschwelle oder Anwesenheitsdetektion) ein durch eine derartige Konfiguration vorgegebener Helligkeitswert eingenommen und/oder eingestellt werden oder eine vorgegebenes Ablaufverhalten (bspw. ein Durchlauf einer Sequenz von Helligkeitsänderungen und/oder auch der Start einer Leuchtstofflampe nach Ablauf einer vorgegebenen Vorheizzeit) durchlaufen werden.A configuration can mean not only the operating address but also an adaptation of the behavior of the operating device. For example, via the configuration upon receipt of a corresponding control signal or else by detection by a sensor (eg brightness threshold or presence detection), a brightness value predetermined by such a configuration can be assumed and / or set or a given execution behavior (eg a passage of a sequence of brightness changes and / or the start of a fluorescent lamp at the end of a predetermined preheating time).

Der Adapter 1b kann auch eine in dem Betriebsgerät 1a (bspw. in dem Controller CT) abgelegte Konfiguration auslesen, so dass bei einem Austausch des Betriebsgerätes 1a (bspw. bei einem Defekt) die bisherige Konfiguration des zu ersetzenden Betriebsgerätes auf das neu anzuschließende Betriebsgerät übertragen werden kann. Auf diese Weise kann dem Benutzer eine weitgehende Kompatibilität bei einem Gerätetausch ermöglicht werden.The adapter 1b can also read out a configuration stored in the operating device 1a (for example in the controller CT) so that when the operating device 1a is replaced (for example in the case of a defect), the previous configuration of the operating device to be replaced is transferred to the newly connected operating device can be. In this way, the user can be made a substantial compatibility in a device replacement.

Wie man den Figuren 2a und 2b entnehmen kann, ist der Konfigurationsbaustein KB in einer dafür vorgesehenen Ausnehmung 13 des Adapters 1b positioniert und wird dort durch Federkontakte 12a gehalten, über die er auch mit Spannung versorgt wird, und über die er weiterhin Signale und Daten austauscht. Um den Konfigurationsbaustein KB in die Ausnehmung 13 einzusetzen, wird er einfach in die Federkontakte 12a eingeschnappt. Die Anschlusselemente 6 bis 9 sind als Kontaktfederarme ausgebildet und erlauben ein sehr einfaches und schnelles Verbinden des Adapters mit den entsprechenden Leitungen 2 bis 5. Der Adapter 1b ist hier als Stecker ausgebildet. Der Adapter 1b ist über die Stromleitungsmittel 13, 16 und optional auch über die Signalleitungsmittel 14, 15 mit dem Betriebsgerät verbunden. Dies bietet den Vorteil, dass der Kunde bereits ein mit dem Adapter 1b vorverdrahtetes Betriebsgerät erhalten kann, wobei er bei der Installation beispielsweise in einer Leuchte nur noch die Leitungsdrähte 2, 3 des Stromnetzes sowie optional die Steuerleitungen 4, 5 mit dem Adapter 1b verbinden muß. Der Adapter 1b kann dabei derart als Stecker ausgeführt sein, dass der Kunde ohne Gefährdung die Kontaktierung des Betriebsgerätes über den Adapter 1b vornehmen kann, insbesondere wenn der Adapter 1b als Sicherheitsstecker ausgebildet ist, wie beispielsweise als sogenannter 'Wieland' Stecker.How to do that FIGS. 2a and 2b can be removed, the configuration module KB is positioned in a designated recess 13 of the adapter 1b and is held there by spring contacts 12a, via which it is also supplied with voltage, and over which he continues to exchange signals and data. To use the configuration module KB in the recess 13, it is simply in the Snap spring contacts 12a. The connecting elements 6 to 9 are designed as contact spring arms and allow a very simple and fast connection of the adapter with the corresponding lines 2 to 5. The adapter 1b is formed here as a plug. The adapter 1b is connected to the operating device via the current-conducting means 13, 16 and optionally also via the signal-conducting means 14, 15. This offers the advantage that the customer can already receive a pre-wired with the adapter 1b operating equipment, where he must connect the installation of, for example, in a light only the wires 2, 3 of the power grid and optionally the control lines 4, 5 with the adapter 1b , The adapter 1b can be designed as a plug so that the customer can make contact with the operating device via the adapter 1b without danger, especially if the adapter 1b is designed as a safety plug, such as a so-called 'Wieland' plug.

Die Bezeichnung Stecker schließt dabei sowohl die Ausgestaltung als Mutterteil oder Vaterteil ein, somit ist auch die Ausführung des Steckers als Buchse mit eingeschlossen.The term plug includes both the design as a mother part or a male part, thus the execution of the plug is included as a socket.

Bei der zweiten in den Figuren 3a und 3b gezeigten Ausführungsform ist der Adapter als zweiteiliger Stecker ausgebildet und besteht aus einem Vaterteil 100b sowie einem Mutterteil 100b. Das Vaterteil 11b ist über eine elektrische Leitung 111b mit dem Betriebsgerät 1a verbunden. Das Mutterteil 100c ist über eine elektrische Leitung 111c mit der zugeordneten Leitung des Stromnetzes verbunden. Die beiden Leitungen 111b und 111c dienen nicht nur zur Stromversorgung des Betriebsgerätes 1a und des Konfigurationsbausteines KB am Adapter, sondern auch zur Übertragung von Signalen und Daten. Insbesondere die Konfigurationsinformationen werden mittels der elektrischen Leitung 111b vom Adapter zum Betriebsgerät 1a übertragen.At the second in the FIGS. 3a and 3b In the embodiment shown, the adapter is designed as a two-part plug and consists of a male part 100b and a female part 100b. The male part 11b is connected to the operating device 1a via an electric wire 111b. The female part 100c is connected via an electrical line 111c to the associated line of the power network. The two lines 111b and 111c not only serve to supply power to the operating device 1a and the Configuration blocks KB on the adapter, but also for the transmission of signals and data. In particular, the configuration information is transmitted from the adapter to the operating device 1a via the electric wire 111b.

Das Vaterteil 100b weist Steckerstifte 108b, 109b, 110b auf, die mit entsprechenden Steckausnehmungen 108c, 109c, 110c in dem Mutterteil 100c korrespondieren.The male part 100b has male pins 108b, 109b, 110b corresponding to corresponding male recesses 108c, 109c, 110c in the female part 100c.

Das Vaterteil 100b weist eine Ausnehmung 113 zur Aufnahme eines Konfigurationsbausteins KB auf, der in Federkontakte 112 einschnappbar ist.The male part 100b has a recess 113 for receiving a configuration module KB, which can be snapped into spring contacts 112.

Eine Konfiguration kann hier ebenso wie bei dem in den Figuren 2a und 2b gezeigten Adapter 1b durch Austausch des Konfigurationsbausteines oder durch Betätigung von (hier nicht dargestellten) Verstellelementen an demselben vorgenommen werden.A configuration can here as well as in the FIGS. 2a and 2b shown adapter 1b by replacement of the configuration module or by actuation of (not shown here) adjustment made on the same.

Es kann aber auch eine Kontaktierung des Adapters mit den Leitungsdrähten 2, 3 des Stromnetzes sowie optional den Steuerleitungen 4, 5 mittels von Schneid- oder Steckklemmen erfolgen.But it can also be a contacting of the adapter with the lead wires 2, 3 of the power grid and optionally the control lines 4, 5 by means of cutting or plug-in terminals.

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  1. An operating device (1a, 1b; 100b, 100c) for a lamp (12),
    having an adapter, which is designed as an external device part (1b; 100b, 100c), preferably as a plug,
    wherein the operating device can be configured manually or by supplying actuating signals by means of a configuration module (KB) for the operating device (1a, 1b) located in the external device part, wherein connecting elements (8, 9; 108b to 110b, 109a to 109c) for the energy supply of the operating device (1a) are located on the external device part (1b; 100b, 100c),
    and wherein the external device part (1b) is connected with the operating device (1a) by current conducting means (13, 16) and signal conducting means (14, 15; 111b) for a transmission of a current- or signal connection via the connecting element (8, 9; 108a to 108c, 109a to 109c) to the operating device (1a).
  2. An operating device (1a, 1b; 100b, 100c) according to Claim 1,
    wherein the operating device has memory means (UA, UB) for a source address and an operating address, and
    wherein the external device part (1b; 100b, 100c) has adjusting means (10) for an operating address.
  3. An operating device (1a, 1b; 100b, 100c) according to Claim 2,
    wherein the operating device is provide with a memory (UA) for the source address,
    and in which the external device part (1b; 100b, 100c) has a memory (BA) for the operating address.
  4. An operating device (1a, 1b; 100b, 100c) according to Claim 2 or 3,
    in which the adjusting means (20) are formed by a rotary switch or a programming resistor.
  5. An operating device (1a, 1b; 100b, 100c) according to any one of the preceding claims,
    in which the external device part (1b; 100b, 100c) has additional connecting elements (6, 7) for the connection with control lines (4, 5).
  6. An operating device (1a, 1b; 100b, 100c) according to any one of the preceding claims,
    wherein the external device part (1b; 100b, 100c) has the configuration module (KB), which can be snapped into spring contacts (12a; 112).
  7. An operating device (1a, 1b) according to any one of Claims 1 to 5,
    wherein the external device part (1b) has resilient contact terminals, which form the connecting elements (8, 9) for the energy supply.
  8. An operating device according to any one of claims 1 to 5,
    wherein the external device part (100b, 100c) is a two-part plug with male part (100b) and female part (100c), and
    wherein the two-part plug (100b, 100c) is inserted into the current conducting means (16, 13) and/or signal conducting means (14, 15; 111b), in such a manner, that the one of the two parts (100b) is connected with the operating device (1a) and the other with the assigned line of the power network.
  9. An adapter (1b; 100b, 100c) for the energy supply of an operating device (1a) for a lamp (12), having
    connecting elements (8, 9; 108a to 108c, 109a to 109c) for the energy supply of the operating device (1a, 1b),
    a configuration module (KB) for the operating device (1a, 1b) as well as
    current conducting means (13, 16) and signal conducting means (14, 15; 111b) for a transmission of a current- and signal connection via the connecting elements (8, 9; 108a to 108c, 109a to 109c) to the operating device (1a).
  10. An adapter (1b; 100b, 100c) according to Claim 9,
    having communications means (KMa, KMb),
    wherein the communications means (KMa, KMb) comprise further connecting elements for an electrical connecting line, via which the adapter (1b) can be connected with the operating device (1a).
  11. An adapter (1b; 100b, 100c) according to Claim 9 or 10,
    wherein the said adapter contains adjusting means (20) for an operating address.
  12. An adapter (1b; 100b, 100c) according to Claim 10,
    wherein the adjusting means (20) are formed by a rotary switch or a programming resistor.
  13. An adapter (1b; 100b, 100c) according to any one of Claims 9 to 12,
    wherein said adapter has a memory (BA) for an operating address, which is assigned to the operating device (1a).
  14. An adapter (1b, 100b, 100c) according to any one of Claims 9 to 13,
    wherein said adapter has additional connecting elements (6, 7) for the connection with control lines (4, 5).
  15. An adapter (1b) according to any one of Claims 9 to 14,
    wherein said adapter
    has resilient contact terminals, which form the connecting elements (8, 9) for the energy supply, and furthermore
    the configuration module (KB) can additionally be snapped into spring contacts (12a).
  16. An adapter (100b, 100c) according to any one of Claims 9 to 14,
    wherein the adapter is a two-part plug with male part (100b) and female part (100c), and
    wherein the two-part plug (100b, 100c) is inserted into the current conducting means (13, 16) and/or
    signal conducting means (14, 15; 111b, 111c), in such a manner, that the one of the two parts (100b) is connected with the operating device (1a) and the other is connected with the assigned line of the power network.
  17. A lighting unit having a lamp (12) and an operating device (1a, 1b; 100b, 100c) according to any one of Claims 1 to 8.
  18. A lighting system, having a plurality of lights,
    wherein the lights in each case are connected via control lines (4, 5) and at least one light has an adapter according to any one of Claims 9 to 16.
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