JP2023523485A - LED lighting with DMX communication - Google Patents

Abstract

LED (light emitting diode) lighting fixtures have a lamp with a tube. At least one LED lamp is positioned within the tube and operatively connected to external electrical contacts. A lamp has at least one communication protocol address associated with it. A communication protocol converter is associated with the lamp and receives instructions from the communication protocol controller, determines whether the instructions are directed to the associated at least one communication protocol address, and if so, sends the instructions. is configured to control the at least one LED lamp based on [Selection drawing] Fig. 1

Description

(Cross reference to related US patent application)
This application is a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. and a continuation-in-part of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 61/974,507, filed April 3, 2014, and 62/013,258, filed June 17, 2014, which, in turn, are U.S. national phase applications of No. 24323; and 62/093,470 filed Dec. 18, 2014 under 35 U.S.C. 119(e). The disclosures of all six applications are incorporated herein by reference in their entireties.

(Description of technical field)
The present disclosure relates to LED (light emitting diode) lamps. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to LED lamps, light tubes and fixtures that incorporate digital communications.

Conventional lighting technology for large buildings such as office buildings, schools, recreation centers, retail stores, theme parks, and other similar structures is typically fluorescent fixtures with fluorescent lights. Fluorescent bulbs are more durable, economical, and efficient than incandescent bulbs, and thus have become the standard for many lighting applications.

A typical fluorescent lighting fixture has one or more ballasts for converting input or power into power that can be used by the fluorescent lamps. A typical fluorescent lamp can have a standard socket size, tube diameter and length (e.g., a T8 lamp with a 1 inch tube diameter and 4 foot length, and many others are available). Possible).

With recent energy-saving efforts and improved designs, it is common practice to replace existing fluorescent lamps with identical LED lamps. By using existing technology, LED lamps can be closely matched to the functionality and appearance of fluorescent lamps.

Additionally, many existing lighting fixtures utilize light communications and protocols to provide an interactive lighting experience. For example, entertainment and recreational facilities such as bowling centers, theme parks, stages, television programs and theaters utilize light communication to provide interactive sound and visual effects.

It would be advantageous to provide an interactive DMX controlled light experience while providing an LED lamp that functionally and visually replaces existing fluorescent lighting.

Also, for certain lighting applications, specific types of lamps and luminaires may be required to utilize different lighting colors, effects or patterns. As such, more complex lighting applications may involve the use of multiple lamps and fixtures. For example, in bowling alleys, during daytime league bowling, fluorescent lighting is used to emit white light, and during nighttime bowling, ultraviolet lamps and/or colored fluorescent lighting are used to provide ultraviolet and/or colored fluorescent lighting, respectively. Colored light is emitted. In these lighting applications, LED lamps can be used to reduce the number of lamps and luminaires. For example, one LED lamp may include a true white LED configured to emit light that approximates the appearance and color temperature of a white fluorescent lamp. LED lamps may include ultraviolet LEDs configured to emit light having wavelengths measured in nanometers similar to light emitted from fluorescent ultraviolet lamps. Additionally, the LED lamp may include red, green, and blue (RGB) LEDs configured to produce 16.7 million colors. That is, the LED lamp can perform the functions of multiple fluorescent lamps. However, components such as data control boards or power control boards that operate the various LEDs are typically scattered in conventional LED lamps and are difficult to maintain. Therefore, if the LED lamp is dropped, the parts of the LED lamp are likely to be damaged, and when damaged, it may be difficult to replace or repair them.

In one or more scenarios, the disclosed technology relates to light emitting diode (LED) lighting fixtures. In one or more cases, the LED luminaire comprises a lamp. In one or more cases, the lamp has a tube within which at least one LED lamp is positioned and operably connected to external electrical contacts. In one or more cases, this lamp can have at least one communication protocol address associated with it. In one or more cases, the LED luminaire has a communication protocol converter associated with the lamp. In one or more cases, the communication protocol converter receives an instruction from the communication protocol controller, determines whether the instruction is directed to an associated at least one communication protocol address, and if so, based on the instruction. to control at least one LED lamp.

In one or more scenarios, the disclosed technology relates to light emitting diode (LED) lamps. In one or more cases, the LED lamp includes an elongated chassis having a platform, at least one LED disposed on the platform, and first and second end caps disposed on opposite ends of the LED lamp. have. In one or more cases, the first endcap includes a first support platform coupled to the inner surface of the first endcap. In one or more cases, the second endcap includes a second support platform coupled to the inner surface of the second endcap. In one or more cases, the first support platform is configured to fixedly hold the power board within the LED lamp. In one or more cases, the second support platform is configured to fixedly hold the data control board within the LED lamp.

In one or more scenarios, the disclosed technology relates to LED lighting fixtures. In one or more cases, the LED luminaire comprises an LED lamp. In one or more cases, the LED lamp includes an elongated chassis having a platform, at least one LED disposed on the platform, and first and second end caps disposed on opposite ends of the LED lamp. have. In one or more cases, the first endcap includes a first support platform coupled to the inner surface of the first endcap. In one or more cases, the second endcap includes a second support platform coupled to the inner surface of the second endcap. In one or more cases, the first support platform is configured to fixedly hold the power board within the LED lamp. In one or more cases, the second support platform is configured to fixedly hold the data control board within the LED lamp. In one or more cases, the LED luminaire has a lampholder. In one or more cases, the lampholder includes a high voltage socket and a low voltage socket, the high voltage socket configured to receive the first end cap and the low voltage socket configured to receive the second end cap. By doing so, the LED lamp and the lamp holder are electrically coupled.

The following description describes various additional aspects. These aspects can relate to individual features and combinations of features. It is intended that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not limiting of the broad inventive concepts on which the embodiments disclosed herein are based. be understood.

Embodiments are described with reference to the following drawings, in which like numerals represent like items throughout the drawings.

1 shows a first system diagram for a lighting fixture according to an embodiment with LED tubes and DMX communication; FIG. FIG. 4 shows a second system diagram for a lighting fixture according to an embodiment with LED tubes and DMX communication; 3 shows a fixture according to an alternative embodiment of the fixture shown in FIG. 2, including a plurality of LED lamps; FIG. 3 shows a third system diagram for a lighting fixture according to an embodiment with LED tubes and DMX communication; 1 shows a sample lamp according to one embodiment. 4 shows a sample lamp according to another exemplary embodiment; 7 is a cross-sectional view taken along line 7-7 of FIG. 6; FIG. Figure 2 is an isometric view of an LED lamp; 8B is an exploded view of the LED lamp of FIG. 8A; FIG. 8B is a cross-sectional side view along section AA of the LED lamp of FIG. 8A. FIG. 8B is a wiring diagram of the LED lamp of FIG. 8A; FIG. FIG. 4 is an isometric view of the lighting control board support and end caps; Figure 10 is an isometric view of the end cap of Figure 9; Figure 10 is a top view of the end cap of Figure 9; Figure 10 is a side view of the end cap of Figure 9; Figure 10 is a bottom view of the end cap of Figure 9; Fig. 3 is an isometric view of a lampholder; 11B shows a low voltage socket of the lampholder of FIG. 11A; FIG. 11B shows the high voltage socket of the lampholder of FIG. 11A; 1 illustrates an example wiring diagram for one or more lighting fixtures. 1 shows an example of a low voltage control wiring diagram for one or more connected low voltage sockets. 1 shows an example of a high voltage wiring diagram for one or more connected high voltage sockets. Fig. 3 shows a DMX wireless receiver with wired outputs for connecting and controlling additional LED lamps. Figure 2 shows an LED lamp with a DMX wireless receiver within the lamp. Fig. 3 shows a wireless receiver controlling a DMX universe of LED lamps; Figure 2 shows multiple wireless DMX control universes working in unison. A network of wireless DMX units acting as transceivers to receive and transmit control signals to each LED lamp or fixture is shown. A Bluetooth® mesh network is shown, where Bluetooth units act as transceivers and control LED lamps and other devices. A Bluetooth mesh network is shown, where Ethernet transceivers outputting Bluetooth control signals are included to extend the wireless Bluetooth signal range. Figure 1 shows, among other things, a Bluetooth network for LED lamps with a control board for converting Bluetooth signals to DMX control signals. 1 shows, among other things, a Bluetooth network for a lighting fixture with a control board for converting Bluetooth signals to DMX control signals. A Bluetooth mesh network with DMX conversion capability in each lamp is shown. Fig. 3 shows a horticultural grow LED lamp with wired DMX communication capability. Fig. 2 shows a horticultural grow LED lamp featuring alternate LED colors; Figure 2 shows LED horticultural grow lamps with wireless DMX capability to control each lamp within a system of LED horticultural grow lamps. Fig. 3 shows a horticultural grow LED lamp with both wireless and wired DMX communication capabilities. Figure 2 shows a horticultural grow LED lamp with wireless Bluetooth capability and five 12-24VDC dimming channels for constant voltage LED loads. Figure 2 shows a horticultural grow LED lamp with wireless Bluetooth-DMX communication capability. Fig. 3 shows a germicidal LED lamp with wired DMX communication; Fig. 2 shows a lighting control system for operating and scheduling the illumination of germicidal LED lamps using wired or wireless DMX communication; Fig. 2 shows a lighting control system for operating and scheduling the illumination of germicidal LED lamps using Bluetooth communication; 1 illustrates a lighting control system that operates and schedules human-centric lighting. Figure 2 shows an integrated power supply unit supporting wired DMX communication without remote device management. Figure 2 shows an integrated power supply unit supporting wired and wireless DMX communication with or without remote device management. Figure 2 shows an integrated power supply unit supporting wireless DMX communication with or without remote device management and without control cables for DMX wired inputs or outputs. Fig. 3 shows an integrated power supply unit supporting wireless Bluetooth mesh control with 5 channels of 12-24VDC dimming channels for constant voltage LED loads. Fig. 3 shows an integrated power supply unit supporting Bluetooth mesh to wired DMX connection; Fig. 3 shows a wired DMX connection of LED lamps connected via input and output cables connected to the side of the low voltage end cap. Fig. 3 shows an alternative wired DMX connection for an LED lamp with a female connector provided on one end cap; Fig. 2 shows an alternative wired DMX connection for LED lamps with screw terminals installed to facilitate connection of signal cables to LED lamp units. Fig. 3 shows an integrated occupancy/daylight sensor; Figure 3 shows an alternative circular LED lamp shape; Figure 3 shows an alternative U-shaped LED lamp shape; Figure 3 shows an alternative square LED lamp shape; Figure 3 shows an alternative rectangular LED lamp shape; Figure 3 shows an alternative triangular LED lamp shape; Figure 2 shows an LED lamp with installed ingress protection means; Figure 3 shows an LED lamp with color-coded power lamp holders and power end caps. Fig. 3 shows an LED lamp with color-coded bands to identify the model; Figure 2 shows installed LED lamps with different beam shaping lenses. Figures 4A and 4B show LED lamps with various single or multiple pixel configurations; Fig. 2 shows a Bluetooth lighting controller system including LED lamps with repeating DMX channels to facilitate operation of multiple LED lamps. FIG. 11 shows an infrared LED lamp with motion sensor and lighting control networked to a security recording system. FIG. Figure 2 shows an LED lamp with a Wood's Glass Filter installed to block most light that is not UV or IR. Figure 2 shows a power cord adapter for connecting the LED lamp to a power source; Figure 2 shows a mounting unit for an LED luminaire; Fig. 3 shows a slide piece for facilitating the mounting unit to receive the power cable; Fig. 3 shows a female receiving cap configured to fit over an LED lamp end cap; Fig. 3 shows a vertically mounted LED lamp and power supply end cap; Figure 2 shows a rechargeable battery unit for an LED lamp; Figure 3 shows an external power supply configuration for an LED lamp; An end cap is shown with power and data connections on the same multi-pin connector. Fig. 3 shows an end cap with five linearly arranged pins; Fig. 3 shows a lampholder with five female receiving connections for connecting power and data of an LED lamp; Figure 3 shows an integrated battery backup configuration for an LED lamp;

(detailed explanation)
This disclosure is not limited to the particular systems, devices and methods described, as such may vary. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular versions or embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting in scope.

As used herein, the singular forms "a," "an," and "the" include plural references unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Unless defined otherwise, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art. As used herein, the term "including" means "having but not limited to."

The present disclosure relates to retrofitting existing lighting fixtures or implementing new lighting fixtures utilizing LED lamps and digital communications, such as those commonly used in theme environments and recreational facilities such as bowling centers. Provides lighting effects for an interactive lighting experience. The lighting system may be developed as a drawing with fixture layout and electrical and control cable layout. A LED lamp DMX address and DMX universe table may also be created. The LED lamps may be pre-addressed according to the table. Labels may be applied to lamps, luminaires and luminaire boxes. The shipping pallet can be arranged in the order in which the lighting system will be installed on site, allowing the equipment to be configured offsite and shortening the time to install the system on site. As used herein, DMX (digital multiplex) refers to the DMX512 standard protocol for digital communication networks. A DMX universe refers to a DMX network containing, for example, up to 512 links or individually controllable devices. Depending on the design, a DMX controller may be configured to provide motion control to one or more universes. Although this document will be described with reference to DMX, those skilled in the art will recognize other applications such as, but not limited to, ARCnet (attached resource computer network), Ethernet (IEEE 802 protocol), infrared (IR), serial communications, and the like. It will be appreciated that any communication protocol may be used without departing from the spirit of this disclosure.

A typical DMX network includes, for example, one or more DMX controllers configured to generate one or more instructions (each having at least one associated address) and various effects devices. and effects devices are, for example, lighting fixtures, smoke machines, intelligent lights, audio output devices, and other similar effects devices. Each device in the network has an associated address and can be operatively connected to the DMX controller for receiving instructions from the DMX controller. Individual devices may include DMX converters that determine whether the instructions are for that particular device and what particular effects to achieve.

FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating a lighting fixture system 100 according to one embodiment. Luminaire system 100 may include, for example, power supply 102 , lamp 104 , DMX converter 106 and DMX controller 108 . Depending on component placement, power supply 102, lamp 104, and DMX converter 106 may be integrated into a single lighting fixture, and DMX controller 108 may be remotely located to provide DMX control to one or more fixtures. It may also be a processing device, such as a server, configured to provide the signal.

Similarly, DMX controller 108 may be configured to output additional controls for other DMX universes according to standard DMX protocols and operations. Additionally, depending on the lighting fixture installation, the lamps 104 may be, for example, red, blue, and green (RGB) LED lamps or red, blue, green, and white (RGBW) LED lamps. It should be noted that RGB and RGBW lamps are given as examples only, and lamps as described herein may include additional types of LED lamps configured to emit light at different wavelengths. Please note that For example, the lamp may include red (R), green (G), blue (B), white (W), ultraviolet (UV), brown (A), and infrared (IR). Possible combinations are lamps containing individual colors or wavelengths such as R, G, B, W, UV, IR, A, and combinations thereof, which are RGB, RGB-W, RGB- UV, RGB-IR, RGB-A, RGB-W-UV, RGB-W-IR, RGB-W-A, RGB-UV-IR, UV-IR, W-UV, W-IR, WA, Such as, but not limited to, W-UV-IR, RGB-UV-IR-W, RGB-A-IR-W, or other combinations. In some embodiments, LED diode lamps can include combinations of the above, such as red, green, blue, white, and lime/mint green (RGBWG). This combination produces very subtle color mixing considering that the wavelengths at which humans best see are between 490 and 515 nm. This also helps increase the CRI (color rendering index) of the LED diode lamp output.

An infrared LED 211 in FIG. 53 is used to illuminate the area with infrared light. Infrared light is used in most camera systems. Infrared light, which ranges from 700 nanometers (nm) to about 1000 nm, is beyond what the human eye can see, but most camera sensors can detect and exploit it. This is particularly useful in bowling scoring systems, tracking camera systems, and security systems where minimal lighting is used. For example, in a security system infrared light may be used in conjunction with white light, lighting control unit 214 and motion/occupancy sensor 215 . The lighting system can provide high levels of lighting to camera system 212 throughout the day, while motion/occupancy sensor 215 is activated by an electronic schedule within lighting control 214 . The scheduler can select one or both of the white LED diodes 213 and the infrared LED diodes 211 depending on the time of day along with the lighting triggered by the motion/occupancy sensor 215 . In another example, infrared light can be used with effect lighting and camera tracking systems to provide visible effect lighting for the human eye and invisible light for the security camera 212 to track objects.

The DMX controller 108 may also be configured to control a DMX mode, which allows each light to set the number of independently controlled LED pixels/segments at a time. The number of pixels/segments, or LEDs, is related to the number of DMX channels used. The more DMX channels used per tube, the smaller the segments of LEDs controlled at one time. Conversely, the fewer DMX channels used, the greater the number of LEDs controlled or the larger the segment size operated once. A selectable DMX mode is set when the light pipe is addressed. The DMX mode of a fixed light pipe is set during tube manufacture. For example, a T8 48″ long light pipe may have 72 tri-color RGB LEDs in it. Each tri-color LED uses 3 DMX channels, so the total light pipe is 216 DMX Using channels: When the fixture is used in 24-channel mode, the LED segment size is 3 DMX channels, i.e., 3 tri-color LEDs can be controlled by each DMX address.In 3-channel mode, All 72 tri-color LEDs work together, which means the tube can work in 3 colors (red, green, blue).The color mixing of these 3 colors is 16.7 million colors.Available by color mixing The number of possible colors depends on the number and combination of LEDs used.As many versions of the tube are possible, several different DMX modes are available.

FIG. 52 shows how DMX channels can be repeated in the lighting control 10 to operate LED lamps 182 or luminaires together. Software in the lighting controller 10 can control channel repetition, where the lighting control can be Bluetooth, Bluetooth-DMX183, DMX, Wifi, or others. A standalone Red, Green, Blue and White (RGBW) LED lamp with one or more pixels has a minimum of four control channels (RGBW). By repeating these control channels throughout the 512-channel DMX universe, many LED lamps 182 can be controlled and operated simultaneously. An example of a channel table is shown below.

Once networked, LED lamps can be uniformly controlled in many ways. In one embodiment, an LED lamp includes integrated dimming and intensity adjustments for all colors and LED nodes. LED lamps can be dimmed by DMX, Bluetooth, or mains voltage dimming. The number of dimming channels per lamp type depends on the number of pixels, led nodes and led colors used in each lamp. Dimming may be performed by an external control unit. In DMX, there are 255 dimming channels per pixel for each LED lamp color. For example, an RGBW (Red, Green, Blue, White) lamp with one pixel contains four dimming channels: Red (255), Green (255), Blue (255), and White (255).

In another embodiment, a default lighting control program can be utilized. A default lighting control program is a program that runs when no external control signal is present. These programs can be single color, multicolor, or programs. As an example, the default color may be white light when the lamp is turned on. As a default program, this allows the end-user to verify that the lamp has power and operates when subjected to high voltage. The default program may be set during manufacturing, but can also be set by the end user or by remote device management (RDM).

FIG. 41 shows another embodiment, where lighting control can be performed by integrated sensors. These sensors may include occupancy sensors, daylight sensors and further sensors, and the like. In the occupancy sensor, a small occupancy sensor 50 may be added to the center of the lamp 25 and more than one lamp 25 is activated. Occupancy sensors 50 can track movement within a room or area. When there is movement, an occupancy sensor 50 is activated, triggering power-up of one or more lamps 25 . After a specified amount of time has elapsed without movement within the room or airy, the occupancy sensor 50 triggers powering off of one or more lamps 25 . This feature can be used to increase the energy efficiency of one or more lamps 25 . The occupancy sensor 50 may be part of the Bluetooth mesh ecosystem, allowing configuration and additional control options from a smart device, tablet, PC 10 or wall switch 11. The output control signals may be a combination of formats such as Bluetooth - other mesh controllers and/or DMX wired or wireless or Wi-Fi 51 - other lamps or additional controllers.

FIG. 41 shows a daylight sensor. A small daylight sensor 52 may be added to the center of the lamp 25 to operate more than one lamp. A daylight sensor 52 can monitor available ambient light. If the amount of light available is below a certain level, the sensor can switch one or more lamps 25 on or off. This feature can be used to increase the energy efficiency of one or more lamps 25 . Integrating the daylight sensor 52 into the lamp 25 simplifies the installation process. The daylight sensor 52 may be part of the Bluetooth mesh ecosystem, allowing configuration and additional control options from a smart device, tablet, PC 10, or wall switch 11. The output control signal may be a combination of formats. These include Bluetooth - other mesh controllers, and/or DMX wired or wireless or Wi-Fi 51 - other lamps or additional controllers.

As shown in FIG. 1, power supply 102 may be operably connected to a power supply input and configured to generate an output voltage suitable for operation of both DMX converter 106 and lamp 104 . Additionally, depending on component placement, power supply 102 and DMX converter 106 may both be integrated into a single ballast/unit. Such an arrangement of parts can provide easier retrofitting when converting existing lighting fixtures into LED fixtures with DMX controlled effects as described herein. Alternatively, the DMX controller may be integrated into another component such as the lamp itself. Such an arrangement is shown in FIGS. 2-4 as described below.

In operation, DMX controller 108 may send one or more instructions as DMX control signals to a network of connected devices, including DMX converter 106 as shown in FIG. A DMX converter 106 may have an associated address based on which direction of the DMX control signal is determined to be directed to the lighting fixture associated with that particular DMX converter. can be done. Addresses for DMX converter 106 may be assigned or provided, for example, according to standard DMX protocol operation, or according to any additional network addressing technique or protocol. Addressing may be performed during network setup, or may be performed later to reflect changes or updates to the network. It is also possible to address the tubes by DMX automatic addressing. As each tube is connected to the DMX control, the tube automatically sets its DMX address to the first available address or the next available address. The next tube connected will address itself to the next available DMX address. Each time a tube is added the next available address is used until the 512 DMX channels are full.

In one embodiment, the DMX controllers can communicate wirelessly. A wireless DMX control receiver may be added to an LED lamp or luminaire with a wireless DMX transmitter added to the control location to provide wireless control of one or more LED lamps within the fixture. . Wirelessly controllable settings include, but are not limited to, one or more lamp colors, dimming, patterns, and overall control. One LED lamp may be used with a DMX wireless receiver with an additional wired output to connect and control additional LED lamps, as in FIG. Additional LED lamps do not include wireless receivers, but instead include wired DMX input and output connections. This hybrid method of connecting the lamps would speed up installation time and reduce the overall cost of the LED system. Conversely, if all the lamps have wireless receivers inside the lamps themselves, as in Figure 14, no input/output cables are required for connecting control signals, greatly reducing set-up and installation time. be. When a wireless receiver is added to a luminaire along with one or more wired LED lamps, one wireless receiver can connect to the DMX universe of LED lamps and thus many lights at once, as shown in FIG. will control the instrument. As shown in FIG. 16, multiple wireless DMX control universes can be used at once, eliminating the need for a control cable from the wireless transmitter to the first lighting fixture. Similar to the Bluetooth system described below (Fig. 17), the wireless DMX unit may be a transceiver, sending and receiving control signals to each LED lamp or fixture.

In another embodiment, a Bluetooth mesh receiver can be added to each of the LED lamps or luminaires to add "Internet of Things" functionality. A Bluetooth receiver can receive control signals from a Bluetooth enabled transmitting device that functions as a lighting controller. The transmitter can be one of a variety of computing devices including, but not limited to, smart phones, tablets, personal computers, wall switches, or other Bluetooth enabled devices. The application runs on the sending device and can be operated by the end user. As shown in FIG. 18, the Bluetooth unit receives the control signal and controls other enabled LEDs with 5 channels of dimming from 12 to 24 VDC for constant voltage LED loads. It acts as a transceiver to send control signals to the lamps and forms a mesh network to provide control signals to all LED lamps. Configurations where all LED lamps have Bluetooth receivers require wired control cables attached to the LED lamps or cables from the controller to the LED lamps and between the LED lamps. An Ethernet transceiver can also be used to output Bluetooth control signals and extend the wireless Bluetooth signal range, as shown in FIG.

In yet another embodiment, Bluetooth control signals may be converted to DMX control signals (or other signal types) by adding a control board to the LED lamp or luminaire of FIG. 21, as shown in FIG. good. This conversion allows a DMX-controlled LED lamp to be operated with a Bluetooth-enabled controller. The Bluetooth-DMX converter control board can be inserted into the LED lamp extrusion of the DMX-controlled LED lamp. This control board will receive the control signal from the Bluetooth enabled controller and convert this signal to DMX to be processed by the DMX controlled LED lamp's built-in controller, as shown in FIG. The DMX-controlled LED lamps have a wired DMX output cable, so additional DMX LED lamps can be controlled by one Bluetooth control board, as in FIG.

In another embodiment, the LED lamp uses a wired DMX connection. DMX wired connections may be made from input and output cables connected through the side of the low voltage end cap in the luminaire as in FIG. A wired DMX cable for each lamp 25 can send control signals 24 to and from the lamp 25 . Lamps 25 may be connected to light control 10 and other LED lamps 25 using DMX I/O cables. The length of the wired cable runs to the next lamp (25) in the luminaire 26 as shown in FIG. can be long enough to reach The cable connector may have male 27 and female 28 ends with 3, 5 or more pins.

FIG. 39 shows another example of a wired cable configuration, which may include a wired cable to end cap. Here, one of the end caps is provided with a female connector 30 so that wiring tails 31 of various lengths are connected with a male mating connector 32 . Cable 31 may include signal input and output cables having male 32 and female 30 connectors at each end of the cable. These connectors may be used to daisy chain additional lamps 25 . In another example, FIG. 40, male and female cable connectors 40 may include screw terminals for connecting signal cables 41 to LED lamps 25 .

In some embodiments, Remote Device Management (RDM) may be utilized to coordinate management of remote devices. RDM is a protocol extension to USITT DMX512 that allows bi-directional communication between lighting system controllers and accompanying RDM compliant devices over standard DMX lines. This protocol allows configuration, status monitoring, and management of network devices. The USITT standard (ANSI/ESTA 1.20, Entertainment Technology-Remote Device Management over USITT DMX512) was developed by the ESTA Technical Standards Program and is designed for interoperability among many manufacturers. there is The RDM protocol runs over the DMX512 protocol and is used in architectural, recreational, horticultural and germicidal lighting. This protocol changes the way LED lamps are set up and maintained.

The RDM may provide identification and classification of connected LED lamps, address LED lamps controllable by DMX 512, and additional features that may be added to the RDM/DMX control board (temperature, communication, and report on status of LED lamps or other connected devices. It may also provide information regarding the configuration of LED lamps and other DMX devices, including sending certain default programs to LED lamps that are used when no DMX control signals are present. Using an RDM-enabled controller with an RDM-enabled LED lamp eliminates the need for a separate DMX addressing unit. An RDM-DMX compatible printed circuit board (PCB) may be used inside the LED lamp overhang. Addressing and all system control settings may be done by the RDM capable DMX controller.

After receiving the DMX control signal, DMX converter 106 may convert the control signal to a local lamp control signal and transmit the local signal to lamp 104 . For example, the local control signal may include instructions for blinking a particular color (e.g., blinking red or blue), dimming, displaying color combinations, or by intelligent lighting fixtures, typically It may include other similar instructions received and implemented.

Note that FIG. 1 includes a single lamp 104 by way of example only. The fixture may be designed to include multiple numbers of lamps, for example a total of two or four lamps, or more or fewer lamps. In such fixtures, the output of power supply 102 would be supplied to each lamp as well as the local lamp control signals output by DMX converter 106 . FIG. 3 shows an example of a multi-lamp fixture, and the related disclosure contained below contains further details.

FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating a lighting fixture system 200 according to one embodiment. System 200 is similar to system 100 of FIG. 1 in that LED lamps can be retrofitted into existing fixtures and modified to include DMX communications. However, in system 200, the DMX converter is integrated as part of the lamp, which further increases the ease of retrofitting existing lighting fixtures.

Luminaire system 200 may include, for example, power supply 202 , lamp 204 , and DMX controller 206 . Similar to the above, depending on the lighting fixture installation, the lamps 204 may be, for example, RGB lamps or RGBW lamps.

As shown in FIG. 2, power supply 202 may be operably connected to a power supply input and configured to produce an output voltage suitable for operation of lamp 204 . Additionally, through a power connection to the lamp 204, the power supply may also provide power for the integrated DMX converter. In operation, DMX controller 206 can transmit one or more instructions as DMX control signals to a network of connected devices. As shown in FIG. 2, DMX control signals may be sent directly to lamps 204 for further processing by an integrated DMX converter. For example, lamps may be designed and manufactured to provide input plugs or other physical connection components to operatively connect lamps 204 and DMX controller 206 . Alternatively, the luminaire itself may be modified or otherwise designed to include input components for establishing an operative connection between the lamp 204 (and integrated DMX converter) and the DMX controller 206. . Similar to above, an integrated DMX converter can have an associated address, and based on that address, which DMX control signal indicates which lamp the DMX converter is integrated into (e.g., lamp 204 in FIG. 2). can determine whether it is directed to A DMX converter may then convert the control signal into a local lamp control signal for controlling the operation of lamp 204 .

More specifically, the LED light pipe uses an external DMX address unit. This address unit is connected to the DMX input of the LED light pipe. A DMX address is then selected in the address unit. This address unit then sends the selected address to the LED light pipe. The LED light pipe then stores and responds to the selected DMX address. A DMX address unit can be used for all LED light tubes that have an internal DMX converter.

Although some embodiments describe the use of ballasts, it is recognized that the system can be operated without ballasts by wiring the fixture tombstones directly to the line voltage. . Fixture tomstones may also be referred to herein as sockets, lampholders, holders, and/or lampholders. The lamp may automatically switch to the correct line voltage supplied. The DMX converter is built into the light pipe. A light pipe may not require a separate external power supply or ballast. In retrofit applications, the ballast is bypassed and not used. In new installations, the luminaire may be provided with a frame with tomstones wired directly to the line voltage. The LED light pipe may incorporate all electrical and DMX components.

FIG. 3 illustrates a luminaire system 300 according to one embodiment, based on the system 200 shown in FIG. 2, for example, and incorporating multiple lamps. The lighting fixture system 300 may include a power supply 302, a plurality of lamps 304a, 304b through 304n, and a DMX controller 306, for example. Similar to the above, depending on the lighting fixture installation, lamps 304a, 304b through 304n may be, for example, RGB lamps, RGBW lamps, or a combination thereof.

As shown in FIG. 3, a power supply 302 may be operatively connected to a power supply input and configured to generate an output voltage suitable for operation of each of the lamps 304a, 304b through 304n. The power supply can power multiple low voltage LED light tubes with a large low voltage power supply. A multi-core cable may be used to carry low voltage and power the luminaire and the tomstone of the LED light tube.

Additionally, through power connections to lamps 304, the power supply may also provide power to integrated DMX converters integrated into each of lamps 304a, 304b through 304n. In operation, DMX controller 306 may transmit one or more instructions to the network of connected devices as DMX control signals. As shown in FIG. 3, the DMX control signal may be sent directly to the lamp 304a for further processing in that lamp's integrated DMX converter. Additionally, the DMX converter in lamp 304a can be configured to output a DMX control signal to the DMX converter integrated in lamp 304b. Similarly, each integrated DMX converter can be configured to output a DMX control signal to another lamp. For connectivity, each lamp may be designed and manufactured to provide an input plug or other physical connection component for operatively connecting lamp 304a and DMX controller 306. FIG. Similarly, each lamp may include an output plug or physical connection for operably connecting one lamp to another for transferring DMX control signals. For example, the output of lamp 304a may be operably connected to the input of lamp 304b.

In some embodiments, the power supply and control module may be integrated into one unit or printed circuit board for reduced cost and ease of installation of the device within the LED lamp. Variants of integrated power and control modules include power supply 18 (FIG. 33) connected with wired DMX 19 with or without RDM, wired and wireless DMX 20 with or without RDM. Power supply 18 connected (Fig. 34), wireless DMX 20 with RDM or DMX 21 without RDM wired to input or output of control cable (Fig. 35), 12-24 VDC for constant voltage LED load. A power supply 18 (FIG. 36) connected with a wireless Bluetooth mesh control 22 with 5 dimming channels and no control cables, and a power supply 18 (FIG. 37) connected with a Bluetooth mesh-DMX 22 wired to the output connection. may contain

FIG. 55 shows a power supply, which can be one power supply end 240, female, and an end cap with a power cord for plugging the LED lamp 245 into a power outlet 246. FIG. Power end cap 240 fits securely over the male power end of lamp 245 . Power end cap 240 may include two female receiving openings for the two power pins of the high voltage end cap of LED lamp 245 . This provides power to energize one lamp 245 . This power adapter end cap 24 may allow the power cable to exit the side of the end cap. The opposite end of the power adapter end cap 24 may be a male end that fits into the female receiving base of a flat surface floor or table top stand as shown in FIG. may be made to

FIG. 59 shows a mounting base 241 that includes a large, flat base that allows the lamp 245 and power end cap 240 to stand vertically on its ends. The mounting base 241 has an opening that allows the power cable to slide into the stand, as shown in FIGS. The unpowered LED lamp end cap may have a similar female receiving cap, as shown in FIG. to secure and hide the pin. This makes the end cap of the LED lamp 245 both fixed and decorative when used with the mounting base. The mounting base 241 may have flat sides at various angles so that the lamp 245 can be used horizontally. These various angles allow the degree of angle of the lamp 245 to be selected, creating utility for lighting the wall or performer, and facilitating a reliable method of angling the lamp 245 . Also, the mounting base 241 can be manufactured with female openings for screws to connect to the rechargeable battery 248, as shown in FIG. The LED lamp power connector can then be plugged into a battery powered stand outlet 247 . A battery powered unit 248 can be used for temporary lighting effects. Lighting control may be from a wired or wireless connection included with the LED lamp.

FIG. 47 shows how an LED lamp overhang 131 can be made with varying levels of intrusion protection, including a gasket 132, silicone 133 and shrink to secure the LED lens 136 and end cap 137. Includes material 134 . A water resistant data connector 135 is included with all wired data connections.

FIG. 61 shows an LED lamp 251 that can be powered with 24 volts from an external power source 252 . Power supply 252 may convert high voltage 253 to low voltage 254 before distributing power to lighting fixture 252 and lamp 251 . Power connections may be the same for high voltage fixtures and lamps 251 . The larger the power source 252 , the greater the number of fixtures 258 and lamps 251 that can be energized by the power source 252 . One advantage of this low voltage configuration is that it minimizes the need to use a high voltage electrician for installation. Lighting control 256 may come from a wired or wireless connection 257 included in LED lamp 251 .

FIG. 62 shows a configuration in which power and data can be transferred over the same multi-pin connector. Similar to the 3 pin data connection, this configuration can include power and data on the same end cap. There may be two pins for high voltage power supply 261 and three pins for low voltage data connection 262 . The five pins may be straight across the end cap as shown in FIG. FIG. 64 shows that a lampholder with five female receptacle connections 265 can connect the power and data of the lamp. The high voltage pins may be larger in diameter than the low voltage data pins 262 . The opening of the lampholder 264 may match the diameter of the pins 261,262. Therefore, only the correct size pin will enter the lampholder (264). High and low voltage cable connections 266 may be at the base of the lampholder (264). Once fitted, the lamp may then be screwed into the lampholder and power and data connections made.

FIG. 65 shows an integrated battery backup 271 that may be included for life safety. A battery backup 271 may be attached to the aluminum extrusion 272 of the LED lamp. While lamp 272 is connected to high voltage power 273, battery 271 can be charged. When a power failure occurs, the battery control board 274 switches power to the battery backup 271 and the LED lamp 272 is energized. While the LED lamp 272 is energized by battery power, the color of its output may use the default lighting program of the DMX board 276 . The LED lamp 272 may remain energized by the battery backup 271 until the battery is depleted or the high voltage power 273 is restored. When the high voltage returns, the battery backup can return to charging mode so it can be recharged and ready for the next power outage. A wireless transceiver 277 or a wired DMX data cable connection 278 may be utilized for lighting control.

Similar to above, for each lamp, the integrated DMX converter can have an associated address, and based on that address, the DMX control signal indicates which lamp the DMX converter is integrated into (e.g., shown in FIG. 3). one of lamps 304a, 304b through 304n). A DMX converter can then convert the control signal into a local lamp control signal for controlling the operation of the integrating lamp.

As shown in FIGS. 1-3, power supplies 102, 202, 302 may be configured to receive power inputs and generate appropriate outputs for various lamps and other components. Such a configuration may be included in low voltage operations such as 12 volt power systems. However, the instruments, systems and techniques described herein can also be applied to higher voltage systems. For example, high voltage drives such as 90-277VAC 50/60Hz power systems may use inductive or resistive ballasts rather than standard power supplies.

FIG. 4 shows a system 400 including an inductive ballast 402 that receives line voltage (eg, 120 VAC at 60 Hz) and outputs power levels appropriate for operation of lamps 404a and 404b. It is for

Similar to FIG. 3, DMX controller 406 can send one or more instructions as DMX control signals to a network of connected devices. As shown in FIG. 4, DMX control signals may be sent directly to lamp 404a where they are further processed by an integrated DMX converter. Additionally, the DMX converter in lamp 404a may be configured to output a DMX control signal to the DMX converter integrated in lamp 404b.

As mentioned above, each lamp can have an address associated with the integrated DMX converter, and based on that address, which DMX control signal indicates which lamp the DMX converter is integrated into (e.g., FIG. 4). , one of the lamps 404a, 404b shown in FIG. A DMX converter can then convert the control signal to a local lamp control signal for controlling the operation of the integrated lamp.

In the absence of direction or control signals from a DMX controller (eg, DMX controller 108 as shown in FIG. 1), the lighting fixtures and systems described herein are configured to operate in a standard mode of operation. may In such a mode, the LED lamp may be configured to output only white light, or any possible color of light determined based on which type of LED light tube is used in the lamp's construction. good. For example, if an LED lamp uses an RGB light tube, without the DMX indication, the luminaire may output an approximate white light produced by using a combination of red, blue, and green LEDs. can. Conversely, if an LED lamp uses an RGBW light tube, without the DMX indication, the fixture will emit true white light using only white LEDs, or any combination of colors and wavelengths using other types of LEDs. can be output.

Additionally or alternatively, the luminaires and systems described herein may include local memory, which stores a particular lighting pattern in the absence of a particular DMX control signal or instruction. Or store one or more built-in programs for outputting effects. For example, a localized controller may load a built-in program when no DMX control signals are present, and respond accordingly until, for example, the program completes or the fixture receives new DMX control signals or updated DMX. Execute this local self-contained program until it receives a control signal. Similarly, multiple fixtures may be operatively connected such that a common stored program is executed by each fixture simultaneously, thereby providing integrated lighting effects without specific DMX control signals. . In another example, a built-in program may be configured with a default output lighting show to be used when DMX control signals from an external light controller are not available. That is, the LED lamps may illuminate based on control signals from localized controllers. The control signals from the localized controller may be factory set or specific to the type of LED used in the LED lamp. For example, a localized controller may send a default control signal to an LED lamp to turn on a white LED within the LED lamp and emit white light. Therefore, when the LED lamp is installed in the lamp fixture and the control cable and/or external controller are not yet installed, the LED lamp can emit white light. In one or more cases, the fire alarm trigger relay may be connected in-line with an external light control power supply. When the fire alarm is triggered, the external controller powers off and the LED lamp defaults to one or more built-in programs. For example, an LED lamp may receive a default signal from an internal controller to emit white light.

FIG. 5 shows a sample lamp 500 for use in an instrument as described herein. For example, lamp 500 may be incorporated into one or more of systems 100, 200, 300, and 400 shown in FIGS. 1-4 and described above. Lamp 500 includes a base 502, which is configured to establish a connection between the fixture in which the lamp is mounted and the lamp itself. This provides power to the lamp for illuminating the light tube 504 of the lamp. As noted above, light pipe 504 may include one or more LED light strips, which may be, for example, RGB LEDs, RGBW LEDs, W LEDs, UV LEDs, or any LEDs described herein. A combination including a combination of LEDs and an illumination wavelength.

According to one or more embodiments described herein, base 502 may include a local DMX converter similar to the local DMX converter shown in ramp 204 in FIG. A local DMX converter can receive the DMX control signal via DMX input line 506 and process the control signal to determine if the control signal is for lamp 500 . If the local DMX converter determines that the control signal is for lamp 500 (e.g., through a comparison of addressing information contained within the DMX control signal), the local DMX converter further processes the control signal to It can be determined what effect the lamp 500 is directed to output. The local DMX converter can output local DMX control signals to one or more additional lamps via DMX output line 508 . As mentioned above, if there is no DMX indication, the lamp 500 may output true white light by using only white LEDs (if available), or any color from the DMX converter's internal programming. may be output.

Additionally or alternatively, lamps such as lamp 500 may include ultraviolet (UV) LEDs. For example, white LEDs (eg, in RGBW lamps) can be replaced with UV LEDs. In another example, UV LEDs may be added to an existing lamp rather than replacing one or more of the lamp's existing colored LEDs. UV LEDs may be incorporated into lamps, and thus luminaires, to provide additional lighting technologies such as black lighting and/or ultraviolet lighting, thereby providing decorative and artistic lighting effects and applications. can. Additionally, UV LEDs may be used with phosphorescent and photoluminescent materials, fluorescent dyes, fabrics and other materials to provide additional lighting effects for various lighting applications. A UV-A LED with a wavelength of about 315-400-420 nm can be used to increase the ultraviolet light effect. At the higher wavelengths of about 400-420 nm it is mostly visible light and less UV. The human eye can see from about 380 nm of this wavelength. The wavelength of optimum ultraviolet light illumination effect is about 365 nm. At this wavelength, the output is mostly ultraviolet, and there is little visible light, so ultraviolet is invisible to the human eye. Therefore, when invisible light illuminates a surface provided with phosphorescent pigments, it is activated and glows. 395 nm is also suitable for making phosphorescent pigments glow, but there is more visible light than the 365 nm wavelength.

6 and 7, there is shown another exemplary lamp 600 for use in fixtures such as those described herein. For example, lamp 600 may be incorporated into one or more of systems 100, 200, 300, and 400 shown in FIGS. 1-4 and described above. The lamp 600 includes an opposing base 602 configured to establish a connection between the fixture in which the lamp is mounted and the lamp itself, eg, via input pins 606. , thereby supplying power to the lamp for illuminating the light tube 604 of the lamp. As mentioned above, the light pipe 604 may include one or more LED light strips, such as RGB, RGB-W, RGB-UV, RGB-IR, RGB-A, RGB-W-UV, RGB - W-IR, RGB-UV-IR, UV-IR, W-UV, W-IR, W-UV-IR, RGB-UV-IR-W, WA, RGB-A-IR-W or any combinations and wavelengths. Similar to base 502, base 602 may also include a local DMX converter similar to the local DMX converter shown in ramp 204 in FIG.

Each base 602 is configured to be rotatable for beam focus and adjustable with respect to light pipe 604 . In the illustrated embodiment, each base 602 includes an inwardly extending detent 610 that extends over light pipe 604 so that the components are interconnected but rotatable relative to each other. Configured to engage corresponding grooves 612 . Other mechanisms for rotatable interconnection may alternatively be utilized. When the tube is installed, the input pins are aligned with the tomstone and then the base 602 is rotated and secured within the tomstone in place of the entire lamp. Each base 602 may include tabs 608 or the like to assist in its twisting. By having an adjustable base 602 , the tubes and lenses 605 (if included) can be easily focused and beam angles adjusted for each of the tubes 604 . Further, it is contemplated that lens 605 may be interchangeable for beams of various sizes.

For each of the embodiments described herein, the lamps 104, 204, 304, 404, 500, 600 can have standard size or custom size light tubes. For example, lamps can be manufactured in standard lengths such as 15 inches, 18 inches, 24 inches, 36 inches or 48 inches and standard diameters from T2 to T17. Lamps may also be manufactured in larger diameters and different lengths, such as lengths intermediate to standard lengths, or longer than standard lengths, such as 96 inches or longer. Larger diameter tubes may be utilized to provide multiple rows of LED nodes of various types. Larger tubes also make it easier to use higher wattage lamps. The lamps can also have configurations other than the linear configuration shown. For example, the lamp can have a U-shaped or circular configuration. Also, the lamp may be manufactured with one, two or more pins for power input.

Note that each of Figures 1-4 shows one instrument for illustrative purposes only. Additionally, multiple appliances may be deployed in a network of connected devices. For example, as shown in FIG. 1, DMX controller 108 can provide DMX control signals to another lighting fixture. Such communication may be a wired connection according to the standard DMX protocol. Alternatively, the connection may be a wireless connection using standard wireless communication protocols such as mesh networking protocols. In such a configuration, one or more instruments can communicate with multiple other instruments simultaneously, such that if one or more of the links fails (e.g., if an instrument loses power for any reason) ) can be provided with a redundant wireless communication link between the appliances.

FIG. 8A shows an isometric view of an LED lamp 800 (hereinafter "lamp 800"). FIG. 8B shows an exploded view of the lamp 800 of FIG. 8A. FIG. 8C shows a cross-sectional side view along section AA of lamp 800 of FIG. 8A. FIG. 8D shows a wiring diagram for the lamp 800 of FIG. 8A.

Lamp 800 may include chassis 808 coupled to lens 806 . Lamp 800 may include end caps 802 and 804 positioned at opposite ends of chassis 808 and lens 806 . In one or more cases, end caps 802 and 804 secure chassis 808 and lens 806 and surround the ends of lamp 800 . End caps 802 and/or 804 may receive output power from a power supply input. In one or more cases, endcap 802 may be a high voltage endcap configured to receive a high voltage signal. For example, end cap 802 may receive a voltage signal on the order of approximately 90-277 VAC at 50/60 Hz. In one or more cases, endcap 804 may be a low voltage endcap configured to receive a low voltage signal.

Chassis 808 may be an elongate rigid structure configured to house one or more components within lamp 800 . Chassis 808 may be formed from metal or opaque plastic. The outer surface 808a of the chassis 808 may be formed in a semi-cylindrical shape, a semi-cube shape, etc., where the proximal end 808b of the chassis 808 has a mounting platform 824 . Lens 806 may be an elongate rigid structure configured to cover proximal end 808b of chassis 808 . Lens 806 may be formed of a transparent or translucent material configured to allow light emitted from LED strip 810 to pass through lens 806 and reach the outside environment. In one or more cases, lens 806 can be used to focus light emitted from LED strip 810 . Lens 806 may be formed in a semi-cylindrical shape, a semi-cubic shape, or the like. Lamp 800 can have a cylindrical shape, a cubic shape, etc. when chassis 808 is combined with lens 806 .

FIG. 50 shows beam shaping lens 161 . Beam shaping lens 161 may shape the beam in various ways to change the light output or output pattern of light from LED lamp 162 . Lens (161) is capable of many different degrees of beam shaping, such as approximately 40°-140° 161, 50°-150° 164, 15°-95° 163, or 5°-50° 165. Lens 161 may also include varying degrees of frosted or diffusive lens to soften the light output of the LED lamp or increase the scatter pattern. A frosted lens can also increase the visual effect in each LED lamp. Using a narrow lens can reduce the output pattern.

In another embodiment, the lens may be replaced with a Wood's Glass Filter, as shown in FIG. The Woodgrass filter 221 can pass ultraviolet and infrared light while blocking most visible light and may be used in certain ultraviolet light scenarios. The Woodgrass filter 221 can be used as an additional light filter dedicated to the UV or IR LED diodes of the multicolor LED lamp 223 and can be placed below the traditional 222 or beam shaping lens. Woodgrass filter 221 can increase the ultraviolet or infrared lighting effect by reducing the amount of visible light.

The lamp 800 includes, but is not limited to, a data control board (DCB) 816, a DCB support housing 818, a data control board support 812, a power control board (PCB) 822, and a PCB support housing 820. , power control board support 814 , and LED strip 810 . DCB 816 can send control signals to LED strip 810 to light one or more LEDs of LED strip 810 . In one or more cases, DCB 816 may operate in the same or similar manner as DMX converter 106 described above.

DCB support housing 818 couples DCB 816 to data control board support 812 . DCB support housing 818 may be a rigid casing sized to house DCB 816 . DCB support housing 818 may be an insulating enclosure for DCB 816 . DCB 816 may be inserted within DCB support housing 818 , which may be attached to data control board support 812 .

PCB 822 may be used to adjust the voltage signal sent to LED strip 810 from the power input. PCB 822 may convert AC voltage signals to DC voltage signals. For example, PCB 822 may convert 90-277 VAC at 50/60 Hz to 12 VDC to power DCB 816 and LED strip 810 . In one or more cases, PCB 822 may operate in the same or similar manner as power supply 102 described above. PCB support housing 820 couples PCB 822 to power control board support 814 . PCB support housing 820 may be a rigid casing sized to accommodate PCB 822 . PCB support housing 820 may be an insulating enclosure for PCB 822 . PCB 822 may be inserted into PCB support housing 820 , which may be attached to power control board support 814 .

Mounting platform 824 of chassis 808 may be located on proximal end 808 b of chassis 808 and may extend longitudinally of chassis 808 . LED strip 810 may be placed on a first surface 824 a of mounting platform 824 opposite lens 806 . A second surface 824b of mounting platform 824 may include one or more protrusions 830 that extend toward distal end 808c of chassis 808 . One or more protrusions 830 may be made of metal. One or more protrusions 830 can act as a heat sink to dissipate heat generated by LED strip 810 . The one or more protrusions 830 can be formed in various shapes, such as a "T" shape.

Chassis 808 may include one or more interlocking tabs, such as interlocking tabs 826a and 826b. One or more interlocking tabs may be rigid tabs configured to mate with the ends of lens 806 . Interlocking tabs 826a and interlocking tabs 826b may be positioned at opposite ends of mounting platform 824. FIG. Protruding portions 824c and 824d of respective interlocking tabs 826a and 826b may protrude inwardly, eg, toward each other. Protruding portion 824c may be inserted into a recess in the end of lens 806, and protruding portion 824d may be inserted into another recess in the opposite end of lens 806, thereby allowing chassis 808 and lens 806 to engages. Lens 806 may have a flexible structure configured to flex such that recesses are positioned with respective protruding portions 824c and 824d. In one or more cases, the rear portion 804b of the end cap 804 and the rear portion of the end cap 802 may each include at least two tabs for securing the lens 806 to the chassis 808. For example, at least two tabs may be located on opposite sides of the endcap 804 and each may protrude from the rear portion 804b of the endcap 804. FIG. The at least two tabs may be spaced apart sufficiently such that the lens 806 coupled to the chassis 808 can fit snugly between the at least two tabs.

LED strip 810 may include one or more LEDs, such as LED 810a, LED 810b, and LED 810c. LEDs 810a, LEDs 801b, and LEDs 810c each represent an individual color or wavelength such as R, G, B, W, UV, IR, A, or RGB, RGB-W, RGB-UV, RGB-IR, RGB-A, RGB -W-UV, RGB-W-IR, RGB-WA, RGB-UV-IR, UV-IR, W-UV, W-IR, WA, W-UV-IR, RGB-UV-IR -W, RGB-A-IR-W, or other combinations, including but not limited to combinations of colors and/or wavelengths.

Lamp 800 is a horticultural growth lamp by emitting R, B, and W light with specific wavelengths and color temperatures (eg, 1,000-10,000 K as measured in Kelvin (K)). can be used as For example, lamp 800 may include one or more LEDs that emit red light, one or more LEDs that emit blue light, and one or more LEDs that emit white light. An LED for emitting red light may emit red light with a wavelength of 620 nm to 700 nm. An LED for emitting blue light may emit blue light with a wavelength of 400 nm to 495 nm. An LED for emitting white light may emit white light with a wavelength of 400 nm to 700 nm.

Horticultural grow lamps can provide artificial sunlight of various colors and illumination wavelengths for growing horticultural crops, as shown in FIG. Each lamp 4 may include two rows of white (1) 4000K LEDs, one row of 435-440 nm blue LEDs (2), and one row of 660-710 nm red LEDs (3). Other wavelengths may be used for different types of crops, as shown in FIG. For example, a green LED (5) emitting light with a wavelength between 500 and 550 nm, or a near-infrared LED emitting light with a wavelength between 711 and 750 nm. Each LED lamp may contain a DMX control receiver to operate the system. This control system may be used to schedule the lighting power and duration required for each stage of the growth process. The DMX control signals may be wired as shown in FIGS. 23 and 24, wirelessly as in FIG. 25, or a combination of the two as in FIG. good too. These LED lamps can also be used with wireless Bluetooth with five 12-24VDC dimming channels for constant voltage LED loads as in FIG. 27 and wireless Bluetooth-DMX as in FIG. Other control systems are also conceivable.

In other embodiments, the lamp may have other utilities, such as use for germicidal purposes. The germicidal LED lamp shown in FIG. 29 may include a white LED diode 7 and an ultraviolet LED diode 9 with DMX, Bluetooth or similar controls. White diodes can be used for general white lighting with various color temperatures ranging from about 2700-6500°K. Ultraviolet (UV-C) diodes can have wavelengths of about 100-280 nm. The most effective germicidal wavelengths are typically about 254-280 nm. White diodes and UV diodes may be used separately. White may be used for general white lighting when occupants are in the room or space, while UV may be used to kill bacteria when occupants are not present. As illustrated by FIG. 30, lighting controls may be used to manipulate and schedule which lights are used when. An occupancy sensor 12 may be included in the lighting control. The occupancy sensor 12 can be used to turn off the ultraviolet diode and turn on the white diode when the occupancy sensor is activated. Control can be wired or wireless DMX in FIG. 30, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi in FIG. 31, or other type of control. These lamps can be used in hospitals, medical offices, schools, transportation centers, businesses, government, retail, and many more applications.

FIG. 32 illustrates that, in yet another embodiment, LED lamps can be used for anthropocentric purposes, eg, purposes designed to accommodate human circadian rhythms. Anthropocentric lighting uses artificial light with appropriate hues, which mimics the natural 24-hour sunlight cycle to match the human sleep-wake cycle. The benefits include improved sleep, increased productivity, improved mood, and faster cognitive processing. The LED lamps 14 help color tune the lighting spectrum to create a warmer or cooler atmosphere. This promotes natural melatonin production and a better natural sleep and wake cycle for the human body. LED lamps 14 can emit light of specific wavelengths that provide similar circadian rhythm benefits. LED lamps 14 are LED diodes (red, green, blue, white, ultraviolet) 15 full color spectrum.

There are generally three electronic lighting approaches for implementing a circadian lighting system. These include intensity adjustments, color adjustments, and stimulus adjustments. Color tuning may utilize many combinations of LEDs, diodes, and pixel counts within the light pipe. Intensity modulation is the most popular and cost-effective solution to circadian lighting. LED lamps include an intensity adjustment whereby the LED lamp maintains a constant correlated color temperature (CCT) while the intensity or brightness of the lamp is increased or decreased by a control system. Control is associated with the time of day. The LED lamps may be set to lower intensity early in the morning and change to higher intensity as the hour progresses. It then drops to a lower intensity in the evening. LED lamps may also include color adjustment. Color tuning may vary light intensity and correlated color temperature to mimic the day-night cycle. Humans experience cooler color temperatures ranging from 4000K to about 10,000K when the sun is highest in the sky. This is when humans are typically most alert during the day. Therefore, cooler correlated color temperatures may be used where appropriate to promote attention-getting. Warmer color temperatures of 2700K to 3500K are used to represent the hours of daylight when the sun rises and sets, when people wake up and go to bed. Circadian lighting systems are set to adjust based on the correlated color temperatures that are normally observed at any given time of day. The LED lamp contains stimulus regulation. This illumination technique replaces the 'bad blue' with 'good blue' light wavelengths. Stimulation modulation with LED lamps can be programmed to reduce blue light wavelengths during the evening hours to limit melatonin suppression without changing correlated color temperature.

FIG. 9 shows an isometric view of data control board support 812 and end cap 804 . FIG. 10A shows an isometric view of the end cap 804 of FIG. FIG. 10B shows a top view of the end cap 804 of FIG. FIG. 10C shows a side view of end cap 804 of FIG. FIG. 10D shows a bottom view of the end cap 804 of FIG.

Data control board support 812 includes an elongate rigid member 812a having one or more support brackets (such as support brackets 902a, 902b, and 902c). Data control board support 812 may be formed from materials or combinations of materials such as, for example, but not limited to, metals, metal alloys, plastics, and the like. In one or more cases, data control board support 812 may be sufficiently rigid to hold DCB support housing 818 or PCB support housing 820 . In one or more cases, data control board support 812 is heat resistant to withstand temperatures generated by one or more components of lamp 800, such as LED strip 810, DCB 816, and/or PCB 822; can be done.

Elongated rigid member 812 a may be shaped to correspond to the shape of DCB support housing 818 and/or PCB support housing 820 . For example, elongate rigid member 812 a can have a rectangular shape that corresponds to the rectangular shape of the surface of DCB support housing 818 . In one or more cases, proximal end 812b of elongated rigid member 812a may be coupled to rearward portion 804b of endcap 804 . In one example, an elongated rigid member 812a is coupled to the rear portion 804b of the endcap 804 to permanently secure the data control board support 812 to the endcap 804. FIG. To permanently secure the data control board support 812 to the end cap 804, a portion of the data control board support 812 is placed within the end cap 804 and the portion of the data control board support 812 and the end cap are attached. 804 may be bonded together via an adhesive or other bonding agent. In another example, proximal end 812b of elongated rigid member 812a is removably coupled to rearward portion 804b of endcap 804 . To removably couple the data control board support 812 and the end cap 804, a portion of the data control board support 812 is positioned within the end cap 804, and the portion of the data control board support 812 and the end cap are attached. The cap 804 may be coupled together via fasteners such as screws. If elongated rigid member 812 is removably coupled to end cap 804, end cap 804 may be replaced with another end cap.

Support brackets 902 a , 902 b , and 902 c may be shaped to hold DCB support housing 818 and/or PCB support housing 820 . For example, each of support brackets 902a, 902b, and 902c may be formed into a "C" shape. Support brackets 902a, 902b, and 902c may be coupled with elongated rigid member 812a in a variety of ways, such as attachment via screws, rivets, welding, or the like. Support brackets 902 a , 902 b , and 902 c may be coupled to DCB support housing 818 or PCB support housing 820 such that DCB support housing 818 or PCB support housing 820 is rigidly attached to data control board support 812 . In one or more cases, DCB support housing 818 is rigidly attached to end cap 804 by coupling DCB support housing 818 to one or more support brackets of data control board support 812 . When DCB support housing 818 houses DCB 816 and is attached to data control board support 812 , DCB 816 may be fixedly positioned within lamp 800 to prevent movement of DCB 816 within lamp 800 . In one or more cases, PCB support housing 820 is rigidly attached to end cap 802 by coupling PCB support housing 820 to one or more support brackets of power control board support 814 . When PCB support housing 820 houses PCB 822 and is attached to power control board support 814 , PCB 822 may be fixedly positioned within lamp 800 to prevent movement of PCB 822 within lamp 800 .

In one or more cases, a portion of end cap 804 may be configured to be inserted into a socket of a lampholder. For example, one or more signal pins such as a positive control signal pin 904, a common contact signal pin 906, and a negative control signal pin 908 may be inserted into the low voltage socket 1002 of the lampholder 1000. One or more of the signal pins may be elongate rigid members. A positive control signal pin 904 , a common contact signal pin 906 , and a negative control signal pin 908 may protrude from the outer surface 804 a of the end cap 804 . In one or more cases, one or more signal pins may extend from the rear portion 804b of the endcap 804 through the outer surface 804a of the endcap 804. FIG. One or more of signal pins 904, 906, and 908 may be electrically coupled to DCB 816 and/or LED strip 810, as shown in FIG. 8D.

FIG. 48 shows the lampholder end caps 142 and 141 of the power supply end cap 142 to easily identify which end of the LED lamp 143 should be inserted into the appropriate lampholder in some embodiments. shows how can be colored. This can also be done with the low voltage control end cap 144 and lampholder 145 . For example, the red endcap 142 may be connected to the red lampholder 141 for high voltage power input, while the blue endcap 144 is connected to the blue lampholder 145 for the low voltage control signal. good too. In other embodiments, the LED lamps may be partially or wholly color coded to distinguish between different models at a glance, as in FIG. For example, a yellow strip on the end cap can indicate an RGBW, 1-pixel LED lamp configuration. Many color configurations are possible.

In other configurations, the LED lamps can have single or multiple pixels per LED lamp. A one-pixel lamp has the entire lamp functioning as one complete unit. Using multiple pixels allows a more detailed representation within each lamp. As the number of pixels per lamp increases, so does the number of DMX addresses per LED lamp. The higher the number of pixels, the higher the resolution of the illumination output. Pixels are arranged in the control software to increase detail and resolution in the illumination reproduction.

As shown in FIG. 51, the LED lamps can have single or multiple pixels 171 per LED lamp. A single pixel lamp 17 is such that the entire lamp functions as one complete unit. By increasing the number of pixels and reducing the number of groups of LED diodes in each lamp 171, finer expression becomes possible. Increasing the number of pixels per lamp also increases the number of DMX addresses per LED lamp. The higher the number of pixels, the higher the resolution of the illumination output. Pixels are arranged in the control software to increase detail and resolution in the illumination reproduction.

Signal pins 904 , 906 and 908 are inserted into low voltage socket 1002 thereby electrically coupling end cap 804 to lampholder 1000 . Signal pins 904 , 906 and 908 can be configured to receive one or more instructions via low voltage control signals from a DMX controller, such as DMX controller 106 . Signal pins 904 , 906 , and 908 may be formed into cylindrical, polyhedral, etc. shapes that may fit within low voltage socket 1002 . In one or more cases, signal pins 904, 906, and 908 are arranged on end cap 804 to correspond to the arrangement of contacts 1008, 1010, and 1012 and standoff 1016 of low voltage socket 1002. good too. For example, signal pins 904 , 906 and 908 may be arranged linearly across end cap 804 . When the pin is inserted between the contact 1008 and the standoff 1016 , the standoff 1016 may guide the pin and push it into the recess 1009 of the contact 1008 . Standoffs 1016 may be formed of an insulating material configured to shield the pins from contacts 1010 and 1012 .

In one or more cases, signal pin 906 is positioned between two external signal pins 904 and 908 . A signal pin 906 may be located on the central portion of the end cap 804 . In one or more cases, signal pins 904 and 906 may be positioned adjacent to each other and pin 908 may be offset from signal pins 904 and 906 . The distance separating signal pins 908 and 906 may be greater than the distance separating signal pins 904 and 906 . In one or more other cases, signal pins 906 and 908 may be positioned adjacent to each other, and signal pin 904 may be offset from signal pins 906 and 908 .

In one or more cases, signal pin 906 is positioned between two external signal pins 904 and 908 . A signal pin 906 may be located on the central portion of the end cap 804 . In one or more cases, signal pins 904 and 906 may be positioned adjacent to each other and pin 908 may be offset from signal pins 904 and 906 . The distance separating signal pins 908 and 906 may be greater than the distance separating signal pins 904 and 906 . In one or more other cases, signal pins 906 and 908 may be positioned adjacent to each other and signal pin 904 may be offset from signal pins 906 and 908 .

In one or more cases, signal pins 904, 906, and 908 of low voltage end cap 804 are formed by receptacles formed by contacts 1022 and standoffs 1028 of high voltage socket 1004 and by contacts 1024 and standoffs 1026. The signal pins 904, 906, and 908 are positioned so that they are not inserted into the receptacle. Standoff 1026 does not include a recess similar to recess 1013 in contact 1012 . Therefore, standoff 1026 is not configured to receive signal pin 906 . Standoffs 1026 prevent signal pin 906 from being positioned within high voltage socket 1004 so that the two receptacles of high voltage socket 1004 prevent signal pins 904, 906, and 908 from being rotated within high voltage socket 1004. become. By preventing the low voltage end cap 804 from being inserted into the high voltage socket 1004 , the lamp 800 can be prevented from being improperly installed within the lampholder 1000 .

In one or more cases, the diameter of signal pins 904 , 906 , and 908 on endcap 804 may be larger than the diameter of positive high voltage pin 903 and negative high voltage pin 905 on endcap 802 . For example, the diameter of each of signal pins 904, 906, 908 may be approximately 5 mm, and the diameter of each of pins 903, 905 may be approximately 2 mm. Having a larger diameter may prevent signal pins 904 , 906 and 908 from being inserted into the receptacles of high voltage socket 1004 . This diameter is sized to receive the smaller diameter pins 903,905.

In one or more cases, the end cap 804 can be shaped to correspond to the shape of the outer surface of the chassis 808 coupled with the lens 806 . For example, end cap 804 can have a cylindrical shape. In one or more cases, the end cap 804 can have a tiered configuration including an inner portion 910 and an outer portion 912 . Inner portion 910 and outer portion 912 may each have a cylindrical shape, where inner portion 910 has a larger diameter than outer portion 912 . Inner portion 910 may include one or more through holes, such as through holes 914a and 914b. In one or more cases, through-holes 914a and 914b can be oriented perpendicular to signal pins 904, 906, and 908, as shown in at least FIGS. 8C, 10A, 10B, and 10D. In one or more other cases, through holes 914a and 914b may be aligned with signal pins 904, 906, and 908, as shown in FIG. 10C. In the case as shown in FIG. 10C, chassis 808 may be positioned within lamp 800 and through holes 914a and 914b may align with recesses 808e and 808f in chassis 808. As shown in FIG.

Through holes 914a and 914b may each be sized to receive a fastener. Fasteners such as screws may be inserted through the through holes and fastened to recesses in chassis 808 (such as recesses 808e or 808f). In one or more cases, through holes 914a and 914b may have a counterbored hole 914c at the end of each through hole. Through holes 914 a and 914 b can be configured to receive fastener heads such that the fasteners are positioned flush with or below the outer surface of inner portion 910 . Inner portion 910 is positioned over chassis 808 and lens 806 when coupled to recesses 808 e and 808 f of chassis 808 . One or more signal pins 904 , 906 and 908 may protrude from the outer surface of outer portion 912 . In one or more other cases, end cap 804 may not have a tiered configuration and may include a single uniform body. In such a configuration, one or more through holes and one or more signal pins may be provided on the outer surface of end cap 804 .

Note that power control board support 814 includes one or more of the same or similar features as data control board support 812 . Accordingly, description of such features will not be repeated.

In one or more cases, a portion of end cap 802 may be configured to be inserted into a lampholder socket, eg, high voltage socket 1004 of lampholder 1000 . Endcap 802 includes a positive high voltage pin 903 and a negative high voltage pin 905 . Pins 903 and 905 of endcap 802 may be elongate rigid members projecting from the outer surface of endcap 802 . Pins 903 and 905 of end cap 802 may be electrically coupled to PCB 822 as shown in FIG. 8D. Pins 903 and 905 of end cap 802 may be inserted into high voltage socket 1004 , thereby electrically coupling end cap 802 to lampholder 1000 . Pins 903, 905 can be formed in a cylindrical shape, a polyhedral shape, or the like. In one or more cases, pins 903 and 905 may be arranged on end cap 802 to correspond to the arrangement of contacts 1022 and 1024 and standoffs 1026 and 1028 of high voltage socket 1004 . For example, pins 903 and 905 may be arranged linearly in end cap 802 . Pins 903 and 905 may be spaced apart from each other, with one pin positioned between contact 1022 and standoff 1028 and the other between standoff 1026 and contact 1024. good. When the pin is inserted between contact 1022 and standoff 1028 , standoff 1028 may guide the pin and force the pin into recess 1021 of contact 1022 . Standoffs 1026 and 1028 may be formed of an insulating material configured to shield the pins from contacts 1022 and 1026 .

11A shows an isometric view of the lampholder 1000. FIG. FIG. 11B shows the low voltage socket 1002 of the lampholder 1000 of FIG. 11A. FIG. 11C shows the high voltage socket 1004 of the lampholder 1000 of FIG. 11A.

In one or more cases, lampholder 1000 includes a low voltage socket 1002 and a high voltage socket 1004 positioned at opposite ends of lampholder support 1006 . Low voltage socket 1002 and high voltage socket 1004 are positioned sufficiently far from each other for lamp 800 to be positioned and coupled between low voltage socket 1002 and high voltage socket 1004 . A DMX controller, such as DMX controller 108 , may be connected to low voltage socket 1002 . Power supply 102 may be connected to high voltage socket 1004 .

Lampholder support 1006 may be an elongated rigid member. In one or more cases, end 1006b of lampholder support 1006 may be configured to mate with bottom 1002b of low voltage socket 1002, as shown in FIGS. 11A and 11B. Bottom portion 1002b may have one or more depressions, such as depressions 1002c and 1002d. End 1006b may include one or more protrusions each configured to be inserted into one or more recesses 1002c and 1002d. One or more protrusions can mate with one or more recesses, thereby coupling the lampholder support 1006 to the low voltage socket 1002 . Bottom portion 1002 b may include receptacles 1018 and 1020 configured to route input signal lines 1036 from DMX controller 108 to receptacle 1012 of low voltage socket 1002 .

In one or more cases, end 1006a of lampholder support 1006 may be configured to mate with bottom 1004b of high voltage socket 1004, as shown in FIGS. 11A and 11C. Bottom portion 1004b may include one or more depressions, such as depressions 1004c and 1004d. End 1006a may include one or more protrusions each configured to be inserted into one or more recesses 1004c and 1004d. One or more protrusions can mate with one or more receptacle recesses, thereby coupling the lampholder support 1006 to the high voltage socket 1004 . Bottom portion 1004 b may include receptacles 1032 and 1034 configured to route high voltage lines from a power supply input to receptacle 1030 of high voltage socket 1004 .

The top portion 1002a of the low voltage socket 1002 may include a receptacle 1014 configured to receive the signal pins 904, 906, and 908. FIG. Receiver 1014 may include contacts 1008 , 1010 and 1012 and standoffs 1016 . The receiver 1014 may be located on the top 1002 a of the low voltage socket 1002 .

Opposing surfaces of contact 1008 and standoff 1016 form a receptacle for receiving negative control signal pin 908 . The facing surfaces of the standoffs 1016 may be curved. The opposing surface of contact 1008 includes a recess 1009 configured to retain a portion of signal pin 908 . The facing surface of standoff 1016 may curve toward the facing surface of contact 1008 to guide signal pin 908 into recess 1009 of contact 1008 . Opposing surfaces of contacts 1010 and 1012 form a receptacle for receiving positive control signal pin 904 . The facing surface of contact 1012 may be curved. Opposite surfaces of contacts 1012 may be insulated similar to standoffs 1016 so that signal pins 904 are not electrically coupled to contacts 1012 . The opposing surface of contact 1010 may include a recess 1011 configured to retain a portion of signal pin 904 . The facing surface of contact 1012 may be curved toward the facing surface of contact 1010 to guide signal pin 904 into recess 1011 . A surface opposite the facing surface of contact 1010 may include a recess 1013 configured to receive common contact signal pin 906 .

To couple end cap 804 to low voltage socket 1002, signal pins 904 and 906 are positioned within recesses 1011 and 1013, respectively, and signal pin 908 is outside the receptacle defined by contacts 1008 and standoffs 1016. placed. After placing signal pins 904 and 906 in their respective recesses, lamp 800 is rotated within receiver 1014 such that signal pin 908 rotates downward into recess 1009 of the receptacle. With signal pin 908 positioned within recess 1009 , pin 906 positioned within recess 1013 , and pin 904 positioned within recess 1011 , end cap 804 is locked within receiver 1014 . When end cap 804 is locked into receiver 1014 , signal pins 904 , 906 and 908 can be positioned horizontally across low voltage socket 1002 .

The upper portion 1004a of the high voltage socket 1004 may include a receptacle 1030 configured to receive the positive high voltage pin 903 and the negative high voltage pin 905 of the high voltage end cap 802 . Receiver 1030 may include contacts 1022 and 1024 and standoffs 1026 and 1028 . The receiver 1030 may be located on the top 1004 a of the high voltage socket 1004 . When end cap 802 is coupled to receiver 1030 and end cap 804 is coupled to receiver 1014 , lamp 800 may be positioned away from the top surface of lampholder support 1006 . That is, when the lamp 800 is coupled to the lampholder 1000 , the outer surface of the lamp 800 is spaced from the top surface of the lampholder support 1006 and does not touch the top surface of the lampholder support 1006 .

Opposing surfaces of contact 1022 and standoff 1028 form a receptacle for receiving negative pin 905 . The facing surfaces of the standoffs 1028 may be curved. The opposing surface of contact 1022 may include a recess 1021 configured to retain a portion of negative pin 905 . The facing surface of standoff 1028 may curve toward the facing surface of contact 1022 to guide negative pin 905 into recess 1021 of contact 1022 . Opposing surfaces of contact 1024 and standoff 1026 form a receptacle for receiving positive pin 903 . The facing surface of 1026 may be curved. Opposite surfaces of standoff 1026 may be insulated similar to standoff 1028 so that positive pin 903 is not coupled to standoff 1026 . The opposing surface of contact 1024 may include a recess 1023 configured to retain a portion of positive pin 903 . The facing surface of standoff 1026 may curve toward the facing surface of contact 1024 to guide positive pin 903 into recess 1023 .

To couple end cap 802 to high voltage socket 1004 , positive pin 903 is positioned within recess 1023 and negative pin 905 is positioned outside the receptacle defined by contact 1022 and standoff 1028 . After positive pin 903 is placed in recess 1023, lamp 800 is rotated within receiver 1030 and negative pin 905 is rotated downward into recess 1021 of the receptacle. When negative pin 905 is positioned within recess 1021 and positive pin 903 is positioned within recess 1023 , end cap 802 is locked within receiver 1030 . When end cap 802 is locked into receiver 1030 , positive pin 903 and negative pin 905 may be positioned horizontally across high voltage socket 1004 .

FIG. 12A shows an exemplary wiring diagram of one or more lighting fixtures including one or more lampholders 1000. FIG. FIG. 12B shows an exemplary low voltage control wiring diagram for one or more connected low voltage sockets 1002 . FIG. 12C shows an exemplary high voltage wiring diagram for one or more connected high voltage sockets 1004 .

One or more lampholders 1000 may be secured to a lighting fixture, such as lighting fixtures 1000A and 1000B, and one or more lamps 800 may be coupled to each lampholder 1000. FIG. For example, two lamps 800 and two lampholders 1000 may be used in a lighting fixture 1000A, as shown in FIG. 12A. In another example, one lamp 800 may be coupled to one lampholder 1000 in one lighting fixture 1000A. In other examples, a lighting fixture may include more than two lampholders 1000 per lighting fixture. In one or more cases, the lampholders 1000 may be connected in parallel with each other.

A first low voltage socket 1002 of the first lampholder 1000 may be coupled to an input signal line 1036 to receive an input signal. DMX controller 108 can output an input signal via input signal line 1036 . Input signal lines 1036 may include a positive control signal line (+), a negative control signal line (-), and a common contact signal line (c), as shown in FIG. 12B. A positive control signal line can provide a positive control signal. For example, positive control signals may include positive voltage signals. A negative control signal line can provide a negative control signal. For example, negative control signals may include negative voltage signals. A common contact signal line can provide a common contact signal. Each of the positive control signal line, the negative control signal line, and the common contact signal line may be connected to respective contacts of low voltage socket 1002 . For example, the negative control signal line may be connected to contact 1008 , the positive control signal line may be connected to contact 1010 , and the common contact signal line may be connected to contact 1012 . In another example, the negative control signal line may be connected to contact 1008 , the positive control signal line may be connected to contact 1012 , and the common contact signal line may be connected to contact 1010 .

The first lampholder 1000 may be coupled to the output signal line 1038 to output the output signal. Output signal line 1038 provides an output signal from first lampholder 1000 to the next lampholder (lampholder in the next luminaire) or to low voltage signal terminator 1042 if lampholder 1000 is the last lampholder. can be supplied. Output signal lines 1038 may include a positive control signal line (+), a negative control signal line (-), and a common contact signal line (c), as shown in FIG. 12B. The output signal line 1038 is connected to the next lampholder (the lampholder in the next luminaire) or to the low voltage signal terminator 1042 if the lampholder 1000 is the last lampholder, so that the input signal line 1036 may be used.

A positive control signal line can provide a positive control signal from the first lampholder 1000 to the second lampholder 1000 as shown in FIGS. 12A and 12B. A negative control signal line can provide a negative control signal from the first lampholder 1000 to the second lampholder 1000 as shown in FIGS. 12A and 12B. A common contact signal line can provide a common contact signal from the DMX controller 108 to the second lampholder 1000 . Each of the positive control signal line, the negative control signal line, and the common contact signal line may be connected to respective contacts of low voltage socket 1002 . For example, in a configuration where the negative control signal line of input signal line 1036 and/or output signal line 1038 is connected to contact 1008 and the positive control signal line is connected to contact 1010, the negative control signal line of output signal line 1038 is connected to contact 1010. A control signal line may be connected to contact 1008 , a positive control signal line may be connected to contact 1012 , and a common contact signal line may be connected to contact 1010 . In one or more cases, the output signal of the second lampholder 1000 is either the other lampholder (the lampholder in the next luminaire) or low if the second lampholder 1000 is the last lampholder. It may be provided as an input signal to voltage signal terminator 1042 .

In one or more cases, the lampholder and luminaire may be daisy-chained together over a DMX universe (eg, 512 DMX channels), where a signal terminator, such as low voltage signal terminator 1042, It is provided at the end of the low voltage connection of the last lampholder of each control universe. Multiple DMX universes can be used and mapped in the programming software to expand the size and level of control required for the lighting system. Low voltage signal terminator 1042 may be a resistor connected between the positive control signal and the negative control signal. The resistor may, for example, have a resistance of approximately 120 ohms. A low voltage signal terminator 1042 may be used to filter out radio frequency signal noise in the DMX universe.

In one or more cases, high voltage socket 1004 of lampholder 1000 may be coupled to input signal line 1050 to receive power from a power supply input, as shown in FIGS. 12A and 12C. If there are multiple lampholders, the high voltage socket 1004 of each lampholder 1000 may be connected to the power input to power the PCB 822 . A power input can supply approximately 90 VAC to 277 VAC power at 50/60 Hz to each lampholder via input signal line 1050 .

Note that each of Figures 12 shows two lampholders included in each of the two luminaires for illustrative purposes only. Additional lampholders and luminaires can be arranged in a network of connected devices. For example, DMX controller 108 can provide DMX control signals to the third lighting fixture. Such communication may be a wired connection according to the standard DMX protocol. Alternatively, the connection may be a wireless connection using standard wireless communication protocols such as mesh networking protocols. In such a configuration, one or more lighting fixtures can communicate simultaneously with multiple other lighting fixtures, such that if one or more of the links fails (e.g., a fixture loses power for some reason). lost), it can provide a redundant wireless communication link between the lighting fixtures.

Lamp 800 can be made in standard sizes or custom sizes. For example, lamp 800 can be manufactured in standard lengths, such as 15 inches, 18 inches, 24 inches, 36 inches or 48 inches, and in standard diameters from T2 to T17. The lamp 800 may also be manufactured in larger diameters and different lengths, such as lengths intermediate to the standard lengths, or longer than the standard lengths, such as 96 inches or longer. The larger diameter of lamp 800 can be used to provide multiple rows of different types of LEDs, such as LEDs 810a, 810b, 810c. The larger diameter facilitates increasing the lamp 800 wattage. Also, the lamp 800 may have configurations other than the linear configuration shown. For example, lamp 800 may have a U-shaped (FIG. 43), circular (FIG. 42), square (FIG. 44), rectangular (FIG. 45), or triangular (FIG. 46) configuration. Also, the lamp 800 can be manufactured in a bi-pin or multi-pin configuration for inputting higher or lower voltage power supplies. These may include Bluetooth - other mesh control devices, and/or DMX wired/wireless/Wi-Fi - other lamps or additional control devices.

In one or more cases, lamp 800 may include a localization controller configured to send a low voltage control signal to DCB 816 . The control signals from the localization controller may be factory set or specific to the type of LED used in lamp 800 . For example, the localization controller can send a default control signal to lamp 800 to turn on a white LED within lamp 800 to emit white light. Therefore, when the LED lamp is installed in the lamp holder 1000 but the control cable and/or external controller are not yet installed, the lamp 800 can emit white light. In one or more cases, the fire alarm trigger relay may be connected in-line with an external lighting control power supply. When the fire alarm is triggered, the external controller is powered off and the lamp 800 defaults to one or more built-in programs. For example, lamp 800 can receive a default signal from an internal controller and emit white light.

As used herein, the term "about" means the numerical value plus or minus 10% of the numerical value for which it is used.

The various embodiments disclosed above, and other features and functions, or alternatives thereof, can be combined into many other different systems or applications. Various presently unsuspected or unanticipated alternatives, modifications, variations or improvements may subsequently be made by those skilled in the art, each of which is also intended to be encompassed by the disclosed embodiments. .

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a plurality of LED (light emitting diode) lamps;
a power supply communicatively coupled to each of a plurality of LED lamps and configured to power each of the plurality of LED lamps;
a lampholder including a high voltage socket and a low voltage socket;
a communication protocol controller;
a communication protocol converter communicatively coupled to each of the plurality of LED lamps and the communication protocol controller and configured to receive a communication protocol from the communication protocol controller;
each of the plurality of LED lamps,
an elongated chassis having a platform; and
at least one LED positioned on the platform;
having a first end cap and a second end cap located at both ends of the LED lamp;
the first endcap includes a first support platform coupled to the inner surface of the first endcap and the second endcap includes a second support platform coupled to the inner surface of the second endcap;
The high voltage socket is configured to receive the first end cap and the low voltage socket is configured to receive the second end cap, thereby electrically coupling the LED lamp and the lamp holder. LED lighting equipment. 2. The communication protocol used by the communication protocol converter is selected from digital multiplex (DMX), attached resource computer network (ARCnet), Ethernet (IEEE 802 protocol), infrared (IR), or serial communication. LED lighting fixture as described in . the first end cap having at least two pins protruding from the outer surface of the first end cap;
said at least two pins configured to receive a high voltage power signal from said high voltage socket;
the second end cap has three pins protruding from the outer surface of the second end cap;
2. The LED lighting fixture of claim 1, wherein said three pins are configured to receive low voltage control signals from said low voltage socket. the two pins of the first end cap are configured to fit within two corresponding contact recesses of the high voltage socket; and
4. The LED lighting fixture of claim 3, wherein said three pins of said second end cap are configured to fit within three corresponding contact recesses of said low voltage socket. 4. The LED lighting fixture of claim 3, wherein said three pins of said second end cap are prevented from mating within said two contact recesses of said high voltage socket. The LED lighting fixture of Claim 1, wherein said lampholder and said power supply form a ballast. a plurality of LED lamps;
a power supply communicatively coupled to each of the plurality of LED lamps and configured to power each of the plurality of LED lamps;
a lampholder including a high voltage socket and a low voltage socket;
a communication protocol controller;
a communication protocol converter communicatively coupled to each of the plurality of LED lamps and the communication protocol controller and configured to receive a communication protocol from the communication protocol controller;
each of the plurality of LED lamps,
an elongated chassis having a platform; and
at least one LED strip disposed on the platform and having a plurality of LEDs;
having a first end cap and a second end cap located at both ends of the LED lamp;
the first endcap includes a first support platform coupled to the inner surface of the first endcap and the second endcap includes a second support platform coupled to the inner surface of the second endcap;
The high voltage socket is configured to receive the first end cap and the low voltage socket is configured to receive the second end cap, thereby electrically coupling the LED lamp and the lamp holder. LED lighting equipment. 8. The LED lighting fixture of Claim 7, wherein the plurality of LEDs comprises two or more LEDs configured to emit light of different wavelengths. 8. The communication protocol used by the communication protocol converter is selected from digital multiplex (DMX), attached resource computer network (ARCnet), Ethernet (IEEE 802 protocol), infrared (IR), or serial communication. LED lighting fixture as described in . the first end cap having at least two pins protruding from the outer surface of the first end cap;
said at least two pins configured to receive a high voltage power signal from said high voltage socket;
the second end cap has three pins protruding from the outer surface of the second end cap;
8. The LED lighting fixture of claim 7, wherein said three pins are configured to receive low voltage control signals from said low voltage socket. the two pins of the first end cap are configured to fit within two corresponding contact recesses of the high voltage socket; and
11. The LED lighting fixture of claim 10, wherein said three pins of said second end cap are configured to fit within three corresponding contact recesses of said low voltage socket. 11. The LED lighting fixture of claim 10, wherein said three pins of said second end cap are prevented from mating within said two contact recesses of said high voltage socket. 8. The LED lighting fixture of claim 7, wherein said lampholder and said power supply form a ballast.

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