Control is key according to Lutron. Blinds & Shutters hears about the benefits of its QS technology

Lutron Electronics Co. Inc. has introduced Sivoia QS, the company’s most recent advancement in natural light control, allowing for seamless integration of electric light and daylight without the use of additional interfaces. 

Blinds and lights can be controlled together through Lutron’s GRAFIK Eye QS or via seeTouch QS keypads. This next generation of ultra-quiet, precision control for Lutron Shading Solutions enhances design, and adds flexibility at any stage of a project.

Automated blinds are a convenient, energy efficient lighting control solution that also reduce glare, preserve views and protect valuable finishes and furnishings from harmful UV rays. 

Lutron QS technology holds a maximum of 100 devices on one link to control up to 100 lighting zones. Sivoia QS operates on the same communications link as its lighting controls so there is no need for additional interfaces. The system’s proprietary QS Smart Panel technology reduces installation time and eases integration by offering:
• Simple reconfiguration – The Sivoia QS system can be easily reconfigured. Limits can be changed and presets can be reprogrammed without rewiring by accessing the remote, keypad or electronic drive unit.
• Simplified wiring – Sivoia QS shading systems do not require any group controllers, relays or line-voltage wiring between electronic drive units.  The QS technology requires only four wires to operate.
• QS Smart Panel Diagnostics – The QS Smart Panel power supply features advanced diagnostics to quickly verify system communication and wiring while providing power to up to 30 blinds.

Andrew Bechgaard, head of marketing for EMEA, commented: “Today, both residential and commercial spaces are demanding flexible control in order to adapt to a variety of activities.  Lighting control helps transition these spaces quickly and efficiently. Sivoia QS provides easy integration of blinds and lighting controls because of its simple, low-voltage wiring and installation.  For example, it can seamlessly change a living room used for entertaining guests to a home theatre for viewing movies – without disrupting the occupants.”

The Lutron GRAFIK Eye QS is the first lighting control system that offers total control of light sources in a space. It allows shading systems to be controlled from the same classic, intuitive wall control as the lights. The GRAFIK Eye QS includes an optional column of buttons that controls blinds independently of the lights using rounded, backlit buttons that resemble Lutron’s seeTouch style keypads. 

Sivoia QS is available in Roller 64 with the option of sheer, privacy or blackout shade fabrics and fourteen models of seeTouch QS keypads for control. Users can select a preset to quietly lower a single shade or multiple groups of blinds in unison from a keypad on the wall or hand-held remote.
Light control offers many ways to help the environment. Lutron dimmers and lighting control systems let just the right amount of light be used, reducing electricity usage, whilst extending lamp life. Lutron leads the industry in controlling energy efficient light sources and full-range dimming is now possible for a wide range of fluorescent lamp types. The trend toward LED lighting for accent and general lighting is growing, and Lutron is there to control it. Lutron is committed to helping its customers find ways to save energy.

• Lutron Electronics Co. Inc.