12 Inch L7 Subwoofer | KICKER®

12″ L7 2Ω Subwoofer

The L7 stands alone as the most unique subwoofer on the market, with a cone shape that is exclusively designed to produce more output.

Pasmag Reviews the L7 Q-Class Subwoofer

I can recall a time as a schoolboy when we were studying geometry. I could not fathom how this was ever going to be useful to me in my life, but of course, it was and continues to be. Apparently the engineers at Kicker were paying attention in those classes too, because they have put a fundamental principle of geometry to good use. We learned, way back then, that a square of a given size will always have more area than that of a circle of the same dimension – exactly 27.33 percent more, regardless of the relative dimension. Read the full review here.

THE NEW L7

The KICKER L7™ Subwoofer again reaches new heights in technology and design, capturing the imaginations of 2015 CES® Innovation Award judges and solidifying itself as the crown jewel among industry subwoofers. For more than a decade, KICKER’s square woofer earned numerous awards including several CES accolades, and the 2015 version once again makes distinctive improvements on its way to another honor.

Specifications

Thiele/Small Parameters

41L7122 T/S Parameters

Rated Impedance [Ω]

2

Sensitivity [1W, 1m]

86.9

Frequency Response [Hz]

20 – 100

Recommended Amplifier Power (watts RMS)

900

Outer Frame Dimension [in, cm]

12-9/16, 32

Mounting Depth [in, cm]

7-7/8, 20

Mounting Cutout [in, cm]

11-1/16, 28.1

Sealed Enclosure Specs

Minimum Sealed Volume ft3 (L)

1 (28.32)

Maximum Sealed Volume ft3 (L)

2 (56.64)

Panel Dimensions for Minimum Sealed Enclosures using 3/4” (1. 9cm) thick MDF

Box Volume [ft³, L]

1 (28.32)

Panel A [in, cm]

13.5X13.5, 34.3X34.3

Panel B [in, cm]

13.5×12, 34.3×30.5

Panel C [in, cm]

12×12, 30.5×30.5

Vented Compact

Box Volume, ft³ (L) + port displacement

1.75 (49.6)

Port Opening Size, in x in (cm x cm)

2.5×13.25 (6.4×34)

Port Length, in (cm)

22.5 (57)

Vented SQ

Box Volume, ft³ (L) + port displacement

3.25 (92)

Port Opening Size, in x in (cm x cm)

3×13.25 (7.6×34)

Port Length, in (cm)

14.5 (37)

Warranty

When purchased from an Authorized KICKER Dealer or kicker.com, KICKER warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of THREE (3) YEARS from date of original purchase. – Complete warranty information here.

*Assumes typical music program with minimal amplifier clipping; varies with enclosure size. See your KICKER dealer for details.

**Port Volume Excluded.

Due to continual development, product and specifications are subject to change without notice. Stillwater Designs and its agents are not responsible for typographical errors.

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12″ L7 Subwoofer – 4 Ohm

12″ L7 4Ω Subwoofer

The L7 stands alone as the most unique subwoofer on the market, with a cone shape that is exclusively designed to produce more output.

Pasmag Reviews the L7 Q-Class Subwoofer

I can recall a time as a schoolboy when we were studying geometry. I could not fathom how this was ever going to be useful to me in my life, but of course, it was and continues to be. Apparently the engineers at Kicker were paying attention in those classes too, because they have put a fundamental principle of geometry to good use. We learned, way back then, that a square of a given size will always have more area than that of a circle of the same dimension – exactly 27.33 percent more, regardless of the relative dimension. Read the full review here.

THE NEW L7

The KICKER L7™ Subwoofer again reaches new heights in technology and design, capturing the imaginations of 2015 CES® Innovation Award judges and solidifying itself as the crown jewel among industry subwoofers. For more than a decade, KICKER’s square woofer earned numerous awards including several CES accolades, and the 2015 version once again makes distinctive improvements on its way to another honor.

Specifications

Thiele/Small Parameters

41L7124 T/S Parameters

Rated Impedance [Ω]

4

Sensitivity [1W, 1m]

86.9

Frequency Response [Hz]

20 – 100

Recommended Amplifier Power (watts RMS)

900

Outer Frame Dimension [in, cm]

12-9/16, 32

Mounting Depth [in, cm]

7-7/8, 20

Mounting Cutout [in, cm]

11-1/16, 28.1

Sealed Enclosure Specs

Minimum Sealed Volume ft3 (L)

1 (28.32)

Maximum Sealed Volume ft3 (L)

2 (56.64)

Panel Dimensions for Minimum Sealed Enclosures using 3/4” (1. 9cm) thick MDF

Box Volume [ft³, L]

1 (28.32)

Panel A [in, cm]

13.5X13.5, 34.3X34.3

Panel B [in, cm]

13.5×12, 34.3×30.5

Panel C [in, cm]

12×12, 30.5×30.5

Vented Compact

Box Volume, ft³ (L) + port displacement

1.75 (49.6)

Port Opening Size, in x in (cm x cm)

2.5×13.25 (6.4×34)

Port Length, in (cm)

22.5 (57)

Vented SQ

Box Volume, ft³ (L) + port displacement

3.25 (92)

Port Opening Size, in x in (cm x cm)

3×13.25 (7.6×34)

Port Length, in (cm)

14.5 (37)

Warranty

When purchased from an Authorized KICKER Dealer or kicker.com, KICKER warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of THREE (3) YEARS from date of original purchase. – Complete warranty information here.

*Assumes typical music program with minimal amplifier clipping; varies with enclosure size. See your KICKER dealer for details.

**Port Volume Excluded.

Due to continual development, product and specifications are subject to change without notice. Stillwater Designs and its agents are not responsible for typographical errors.

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subwoofer Kicker S15L7 | magazine AvtoZvuk

Mark GASANOV, measurements: Yuri YEVTUSHENKO

We began to remember what living creatures were and are in rotation in our industry. Raccoon – was. The American Eagle was and is. Spider – and completely calloused his eyes. It’s strange why the octopus was ignored…

A powerful, high-tech animal (reactive principle, after all), spectacular in appearance and, what is important, tasty if you know how to cook. All the principles of building a high-quality mobile audio system are evident.

Square “Kickers” come to us in the test is not the first time, amazement at the design of the speaker was replaced by enlightened interest. Square “Solobariki” is still not like the others. They tried to copy the main feature – a square diffuser (where are they, copiers, now?), They tried to outdo it by making the diffuser triangular (the same question remains valid), but these attempts did not leave the format of banal monkeying, because they remained behind the scenes (as follows from the fate of the mentioned attempts) technological aspects of the “exit from the circle”. The fact that they remained in the frame at Stillwater Designs also follows from practice, we can judge this by the results of acquaintance with other “squares”.

The fact is that during operation the diffuser, even if it is a surface of revolution, tries to lose its original shape. And if not rotation, then with particular success. Look: the corners of the square are more distant from the center, which means that with the same distributed force from the side of the suspension, it will deform more. This is on the one hand. And on the other hand, the square is not flat, it has a break along each diagonal, in other words, a stiffener. Then it turns out the other way around: the suspension at the corners of the square should be stiffer.

So what to do? How and how much, in grams and millimeters? It turns out that the bending deformation of the diffuser must be modeled in the most serious way, not on a calculator. And if the diffuser is not of a simple cross section, then the task becomes more complicated, then not even on a personal computer. At the same time, it is necessary to calculate the elastic resistance of the suspension and, according to the requirements, set its shape. Moreover, the suspension is not straight and not even circular, but – what a misfortune – it is angular. And, by the way, in other industries, square diffusers are not really needed, there the problem of “too compact” boxes is not at all worth it. In general, most likely, it is the complexity of this task, and not patent restrictions, that discourages almost all manufacturers from bothering with “squares”. Fortunately – “almost”, but not for everyone. And those who were not beaten off, performed the necessary deeds with success, the degree of which can be confirmed instrumentally.

Square “Solobariki” have been known for a long time, in the spring six years have passed since their first appearance in public. They seem to be divided into two parts: everything above the centering washer is square, starting from the washer, and down is round. The current L7s are housed in a die-cast chassis, with each of the four spokes now featuring plate-like “gills” like the Kicker amp caps. The case, I must say, is not completely devoid of resonances, but they all start far beyond the operating range of the subwoofer – by ear somewhere from 500 Hz. The rounded shape of the lower washer of the magnetic system reveals the presence of an annular groove. The diameter of the axial hole is 25 mm, for a 2.5-inch caliber coil, this is even economical. Well, with regard to the magnet, savings would be inappropriate – the mass of the mobile system at the “fifteenth” “Solobarik” – you know what. (Don’t know? Well, we’ll fix that in five minutes.) So the dimensions of the magnet are 178 x 40 mm.

Figured stamping on a polypropylene square (not to forget) diffuser personally reminds me of an octopus ready to attack, as the attacked (must be) sees it – its geometry is complex, more characteristic of living nature than human creations. The body of the “octopus”, as usual, follows the tentacles: the transitional cone, which transmits the force from the voice coil to the diffuser, repeats its beam “cavities” with its protrusions. Thus, the authors of the development not only increased the rigidity of the structure, but also increased the length of the contact line along which the cone is connected to the diffuser. The suspension is rubber, 27 mm – for the “tag” this, one might say, is not the width. But by doing so, the designers saved the diffuser area, which, as we know, is directly related to sensitivity. The degree of success in maximizing diffuser area for a given size can be verified with very simple measurement and only slightly more sophisticated computing equipment. The area of ​​the diffuser turned out to be slightly larger than 0.1 square meters (that’s what measures have come because of the “Kickers”) and corresponds to a round diffuser with a diameter of 360 mm. For a normal “tag”, this diameter is about 300 mm, because the caliber of the head is a conditional value, determined by the overall diameter “for metal”. In the corners of the suspension, you can see eight (the favorite “octopus” figure) ribs, it is they who create the treasured difference, found by the finite element method, in the flexibility of the straight and curved parts of the corrugation.

Centering washer is flat, but the height of the corrugations decreases towards the center. The flexible lead wires are flat in cross section and, by the way, insulated on the outside. Each of them is fixed at two points on the centering washer with thick thread stitches. There are, of course, four wires in total, since there are two sections of 2 ohms in the coil. The windows through which the coil is blown are clearly visible in the photo. There are, of course, eight pairs in total.

I hope I managed to spin the intrigue around the mass of the mobile system, so you probably expect at least half a kilo here. Pardon me, this is still not a competitive SoloX, but a universal subwoofer, slow down at least a quarter. Slowed down? So we got a lot of “progress”: 372 g.

We note as an advantage, albeit not related to the shape of the cone, the decision to make the voice coil sections 2-ohm. We have written more than once (and are ready to do it again) that the 2 + 2 impedance formula is more convenient in practice than the more common 4 + 4, since it gives more room for power maneuver. With a serial connection, a normal resistance is obtained, for which any amplifier will work as a bridge, with separate connection of sections to two channels – everything is also the way, the channel of a conventional amplifier is designed for such an impedance, and a parallel connection of 1 Ohm is already extreme, provided, however, in the specification of many bass monoblocks. Try to implement at least half of this arithmetic by shuffling two 4-ohm sections, and break off – there will be little, then a lot.

We determined the force factor just when the sections were connected in series, as in a normal 4-ohm head. It turned out 21 Tl m with kopecks (kopecks for one tenth, if someone works in accounting). This is a lot, if you compare it with the “15 spots” from group test No. 2 for this year, you will find that only one participant reached this mark, all the rest had no more than 15 T m. So the reference sensitivity is not prohibitive (for its caliber ), but more than. A little later we will see what we can get in the cabin. Nonlinear distortion (you have a table in the same issue, you can check) is significantly below the average for “15”. In this regard, “Solobariki” not only does not require any discounts for “squareness”, but also surpasses many rounded colleagues. In addition, I note that distortion increases at the upper limit of the subwoofer range, and if the cutoff frequency is chosen below 90 Hz, the distortion will be even lower. And you, in fact, were not going to cut above 90, right?

Surprisingly, we could not find the Thiel-Small parameters for this head and relied (usually and not without a sense of self-confidence) on the results of our own measurements. The head turned out to have a very low resonant frequency and low quality factor, which together gives hope for a compact acoustic design. And with a huge equivalent volume, which undermines this hope. What will be stronger?

Manufacturers evaded a definite answer: for SG they recommend a volume from 42 to 170 liters, according to the principle “no matter how much it is a pity”. Guidelines for FI are more specific, with the dimensions of the slot tunnels, we present the results of modeling the smallest and largest.

Following the rule to give guidelines for the most compact SL and the most correct phase inverter in terms of frequency response, we supplement the factory tips with three of our own. The minimum volume in which Solobarik will play normally (even excellently) is 35 liters. If you need more ultra-low bass, the volume should be increased to 55 liters. A musical phase inverter will require a significantly larger volume, 100 liters. To tune even such a volume to a low frequency with a sufficiently large section of the tunnel, it will have to be slotted and long. Taking the same (approximately) section of the slotted port as in one of the brand recommendations, 5 x 40 cm, we get a length of about 80 cm. will be possible.

• Nominal impedance, Ohm 2 + 2
• Permissible power peak / RMS (according to the manufacturer), W 2000/1000
• Reference sensitivity, dB/W (1 m) 89.
  

Car Subwoofers & Accessories

Car Subwoofers & Accessories

When it’s time to get down, the throbbing bass of a subwoofer can help you and your friends get all the way down. By land or by sea, you can feel all the lows in your favorite music with a car or boat subwoofer that can recreate the sounds as they were intended. We have great brands at great prices.

Car Subwoofer Systems

If you want to have the beat behind the wheel, you need to have the bass. The best subwoofer for your car fills out the sound so you — and everyone else within earshot — can hear the satisfying boom of the low end. Powerful subwoofers will get you lots of street cred. Thanks to the enormous inventory of premium brands we carry, we have all the best car subwoofers and boat subwoofers. So put some bass in your trunk with a premium vehicle subwoofer from OnlineCarStereo.com. Whether you’re tuned to your favorite local radio station, putting on an iPhone road-trip playlist or firing up a movie for the kids in the backseat, we have the equipment you need.

Mobile Audio Subwoofer Kits & Components

Complete your car stereo system with a thump that lasts. We stock a huge selection of subwoofers for component speaker systems you can add to a new or existing enclosure. Build a complete sound system from scratch with the help of an enclosed car subwoofer that’s fine-tuned for better audio quality. Our powered subwoofers offer big sound in a compact package for small cars. If you want everything in one quick, easy and economical package, check out our boat and car subwoofers kits. Get a complete car bass package with speakers, drivers and an amplifier or buy separate woofer grilles, re-cone kits and other equipment for a custom system. We carry vehicle-specific and universal subwoofers from brands such as JL Audio, Alpine, Kenwood, Kicker and Boss Audio.

Marine Subwoofers

Want to listen to your favorite music when you leave dry land? You’re going to need some marine-grade subwoofers that won’t get drowned out by any gnarly waves or burned out by the blazing sun. No worries: we also offer an assortment of marine subwoofers. Built with materials specifically designed to resist saltwater and UV rays, these rugged woofers produce the low frequencies you and your crew crave. Take them where no man — or woman — has gone before. Use them on your boat or in a vehicle you plan to take off the beaten path.

Everything You Need to Feel That Bass

Since 1999, we have been the place to find the best car subwoofers and other audio/stereo equipment. You’ll receive free shipping, a 60-day money-back guarantee and lifetime tech support every time you shop at OnlineCarStereo.com. Use our free Vehicle Fitment Guide to see which subwoofers match your vehicle or give us a call Monday-Friday.

If you lack the time or expertise to install your subwoofers in your vehicle or boat, that’s not a problem. As an authorized dealer for many brands, we also offer expert installation at our brick-and-mortar locations in Southern California. Our certified installers will provide professional installation and service with a smile.

Car Subwoofer FAQs

Yes. Aftermarket subwoofers produce better quality bass than a factory subwoofer or full-range speaker system. You’ll especially get great sound when you combine a new subwoofer with quality speakers.

A subwoofer will not cause any structural or mechanical damage to your car as long as they are installed safely and properly.

While this depends in part on the size of the car, a great subwoofer is typically at least 300 watts. You should pair your subwoofer with a speaker that is similar in output.

Most car subwoofers use about 100 watts of power. The amount of available power can be increased by using an amplifier. However, if you want to stick with something smaller and compact due to space or budget limitations, it’s best to go with subwoofers that are around 50 watts.

The best size is something your car can provide adequate power to. This will ensure you are getting the most out of our subwoofer. Ten-inch subwoofers are a good place to start, but OnlineCarStereo.com has sizes ranging from 4 to 19 inches. Use the Vehicle Fit Guide to get started.

Car subwoofer buying guide

by Crutchfield’s

A fan of technology that makes your life better.

I came to Crutchfield in 1999. During my six years as a Crutchfield Advisor, I learned a lot about the technology behind great car and home audio. I learned even more about what people wanted in their car stereo systems.

I’ve written about car audio gear and fitness tech (like running watches and cycling computers) at Crutchfield since 2005. I also carved out a niche producing demo videos for our in-dash car stereos. The hands-on experience I got with car stereos while making these videos was an invaluable aid to me in learning about their exciting features and then explaining them to our customers. I began editing for our outstanding team of writers in 2021.

Before coming to Crutchfield, I spent 10 years teaching music in Charlottesville area schools. I keep my musical interests satisfied by volunteering as a classical music DJ at a local community radio station, and I stay up to date with the latest in outdoor tech by cycling, running, and backpacking.

Fun facts: I’ve completed an Ironman triathlon, run the Boston Marathon, hiked 1300 miles of the Appalachian Trail, and lost on Jeopardy!

Background

• Joined Crutchfield in 1999
• Joined the Crutchfield writing team in 2005
• Car audio editor since 2021
• Produced over 600 car stereo demo videos
• Spent six years as an Advisor helping customers find the right gear
• Completed our in-house Advisor training, learning all the details of every type of product we sell
• Attend dozens of vendor training events every year
• Authored dozens of Crutchfield articles and hundreds of product presentations

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Subwoofers make all music sound better. No matter what kind of music you like, or how softly or loudly you like to listen, a quality sub can really improve your overall listening experience. This article will explain how to find the subwoofer and bass system that’s right for you.

Subwoofers are speakers dedicated to reproducing low frequencies. Car speakers are small, so they have trouble producing enough low-frequency sound to give your music realism and depth.

There are a lot of different ways to add a subwoofer to your vehicle. Which one is right for you depends on a lot of different factors, including your musical tastes, budget, and how much space you have available in your vehicle.

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Get all the details in our subwoofer video. Then use this article to guide you in your shopping. 

What kind of sub should you get?

Look at the statements below. Which one matches up best to your needs?

1. I want to pick and choose components to build a truly personalized system.
   
   You should start by looking at component subs. A component sub is just the speaker itself — it’ll need to be mounted in a subwoofer box to operate properly. In addition, you’ll need to power the sub with an external amplifier. Component subs usually range in size from 8″ to 15″. There are models designed to operate on low or high power, and in a variety of different types of boxes. They are several different impedance and voice coil setups, so you can pick and choose among models to match up to your system design. If you’re starting from the ground up in designing your custom system, choosing the subwoofer is a great place to start. [Shop for component subs]

2. I want an easy “off-the-shelf” sub/enclosure combo.
   
   Check out enclosed subs. Enclosed subs are pre-mounted into a box designed to accommodate the sub. This eliminates the need to choose an enclosure for the sub, so you won’t have to do as much work designing and building your system. On the down side, you’ll be limited on the number of speaker and box-type choices you have. You’ll still need an external amp to power the sub. [Shop for enclosed subs]

   Enclosed subwoofers, like this Rockford Fosgate Prime R1 12″ package, match a sub or two with a perfectly sized box.

3. I want a simple, space-saving bass system.
   
   A powered sub is a great way to go. A powered sub combines an amplifier and woofer in an enclosure. Since the amplifier is built-in, there’s only one piece of equipment to find a place for and install. Many powered subs are compact and won’t take up a lot of room in your vehicle. While powered subs can be very effective bass producers, their smaller drivers and amplifiers may not provide all the sound power you want if you’re looking for really big bass. On the other hand, their relatively simple installation and small size make them a great add-on to factory stereo systems. [Shop for powered subs]

   Powered subwoofers, like the Sound Ordnance B-8PTD, are a simple way to add bass.

4. I want a sub that will blend in with my car’s interior.
   
   You’re a prime candidate for a vehicle-specific sub, either powered or unpowered. These subs are designed to fit in out-of-the-way locations in many cars, trucks, and SUVs, and are often color-matched to the vehicle’s interior. Like the powered subs we just talked about, they may not be the best choice if you’re looking for really big bass, but they’ll more than suffice for most listening needs without taking up a lot of interior space. [Shop for vehicle-specific subs]

5. I want a great bass system, but don’t want to sweat the details.
   
   Check out our bass packages. Our experts have put these together to make selecting all the right components easier — some packages include everything you need, right down to speaker wire. [Shop for bass packages]

Some key specs to consider

Once you know what type of subwoofer or system you’d like to buy, comparing specs can be helpful in making your decision. Here are some key specs to consider:

1. Power — If you want a system that really booms, there’s no substitute for plenty of power. Pay attention to RMS power ratings, not peak power ratings. RMS ratings measure continuous power handling or output and are a much more realistic measure than peak power. Make sure the sub can at least handle your amp’s output power.
2. Sensitivity — Sensitivity goes hand-in-hand with power to achieve high output. A sub that has a higher sensitivity rating requires less power to produce the same amount of sound as a model with a lower sensitivity rating.
3. Frequency range — Frequency range gives you an idea of how low a sub can play. Keep in mind, though, that the actual performance of the sub can depend on a lot of variables, like the box type it’s mounted in.
4. Enclosure type — The type of enclosure a sub is mounted in will have a big effect on the type of sound it produces. In general, sealed boxes give you the deepest, most accurate sound, while ported and bandpass enclosures produce more volume.
5. Number of voice coils — Dual voice coil subwoofers are a popular choice among car audio enthusiasts who want more flexibility in wiring their sound systems. While typical subwoofers have a single voice coil, dual voice coil (DVC) subwoofers use two separate voice coils, each with its own connections, mounted on one cylinder, connected to a common cone.
6. Size of the woofer — It’s a never-ending question — what size subwoofers play loudest and lowest? It’s not an easy question — you need to consider sensitivity, enclosure type, and available power. If your ultimate goal is to have a system that plays loud and low, and space isn’t an issue, go for the biggest subs. But don’t underestimate smaller subs. Properly powered and in the right enclosure, smaller subs can put out plenty of sound.
7. Impedance — Most subwoofers are rated at 4 ohms impedance, but 2-ohm, 8-ohm, and dual voice coil subwoofers have become commonplace. When you’ve chosen a subwoofer, look for amplifiers that will match up to your sub in terms of power rating and impedance. There are a wide variety of amps available, so you shouldn’t have any trouble finding one that will bring out the best in the sub you’ve chosen.

Get Everything You Need

You’ll need an amplifier to drive a component subwoofer.

If you’re buying a component subwoofer, you’ll need the proper enclosure.

A Dynamat kit will prevent any rattles from your sub, while reducing road noise to give you louder, richer bass.

Polyester fiber box stuffing slows sound waves inside a sub box, making the sub more efficient (and louder).

If you’re going to build your own subwoofer enclosure, you’ll need box building hardware.

You may need an amp wiring kit and speaker wire to send signal and power to a pre-loaded sub box or a sub/amp combo.

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Are you both a car enthusiast and a music lover who prefers loud, rich bass? Then this article is for you. We will tell you which subwoofer to choose for the car and what to look for.

The article explains:

1. Why you need a subwoofer in your car
2. Why the subwoofer needs to be big
3. Types of subwoofers
4. Main characteristics of the subwoofer
5. Choosing case
6. Summing up

A subwoofer is a complex device in which two branches of physics are closely intertwined – acoustics and electricity. In order to choose the right subwoofer in the car, you should at least understand a little about each of them.

Why you need a subwoofer in your car

A sub is needed in order to saturate the sound with low tones. Agree, without bass, almost any modern musical hit will sound meager, and it will not be possible to achieve an immersive effect.

A car subwoofer is a large unit that is usually installed in the trunk (it simply won’t fit anywhere else). Even a modest-sized bass speaker will be several times larger than all other elements of a car audio system combined.

Often the sub occupies up to half of the luggage space. That is, for the opportunity to enjoy rich music, you will have to pay some comfort. Therefore, before you buy a sub, carefully evaluate all the pros and cons.

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Of course, there are also especially compact models on sale that can be placed in the cabin under the seat. But the price for such a solution to the problem will increase many times over. At the same time, it is not a fact that the sound quality will completely suit you.

An interesting fact: unlike conventional speakers, which require at least two to create a stereo effect, a subwoofer is always used alone. The fact is that our hearing is very uncertain about the source of low-frequency sound – it seems that it is all around us. Therefore, the effect of “stereo bass” does not make sense.

Why the subwoofer needs to be big

To answer this question, we need to briefly delve into the theory of acoustics.

It may surprise you that low tones require a separate speaker, and such a large one. After all, for example, high-quality and compact headphones can perfectly transmit sound in the entire frequency spectrum – from a piercing squeak to thick bass.

Sound pressure is to blame for everything. This physical effect determines how hard the sound wave will push against your eardrums, which means how loud the sound will be.

In the tiny volume of the auricle, even low-power speakers with a diameter of several millimeters can cope with this task. But in the much larger interior of the car, this problem becomes more serious, and it is for low-frequency sound. In this case, they usually say that “the bass sags.”

The fact is that for the “acceleration” of a long bass wave, a much larger amplitude of oscillation of the speaker cone (in other words, a membrane) is required than for a high-frequency one. The easiest way to achieve this is by increasing its diameter.

Types of subwoofers

Most often, car subs are divided into two large groups: active and passive.

Active

This is a ready-to-use set of devices. The speaker is connected to an amplifier, so connecting the speaker to the car’s audio system will take literally ten minutes.

At first glance, this approach is a definite plus. But, as usual, the devil is in the details. As a rule, in such systems, manufacturers save on the amplifier – they use the cheapest single-channel one. And this directly affects the sound quality – the purity of the sound is sacrificed for loudness.

Therefore, cheap active subwoofers often do not live up to the expectations of their owners. Unfortunately, even a high price does not always guarantee quality.

Be sure to familiarize yourself with the acoustic characteristics of the model: the ratio of noise to pure sound, amplitude-frequency indicators, etc. If the manufacturer has hidden these data, it is better to opt for another product.

Passive

“Toy” for advanced users. In fact, you get a DIY element of the constructor. A passive subwoofer does not have a built-in amplifier. You will have to choose and connect it yourself.

The advantages of a passive subwoofer are the disadvantages of an active one. First, the passive speaker is smaller. Secondly, the ability to select an amplifier separately allows you to get the best combination with the speaker, and hence the sound quality.

The choice in favor of a passive subwoofer is made by people who are well versed in audio technology and understand exactly what features they want to get.

Main characteristics of the subwoofer

Now let’s dwell on the specific physical characteristics of performance and reliability.

Power

Very often, inexperienced music lovers make their choice based only on this indicator. And precisely on those numbers that are printed in large print on the box or advertising board. It is important to understand that in most cases a high figure does not reflect the actual characteristics of the device.

The fact is that two types of power matter for a subwoofer: maximum and nominal.

• The first reflects the peak (MAX) load values ​​that the speaker can withstand for a short time (literally a few seconds). Maximum power has nothing to do with sound quality. However, it is she who, as a rule, is indicated in advertising – simply because a large number looks more attractive.

• Rated power (RMS) is more important in terms of quality. This is the current value at which the speaker will sound properly – regardless of the operating time.

An analogy can be made with an airplane. It has two speed values ​​- cruising and maximum (afterburner). In some critical situations, the pilot will use the afterburner, but flight stability in normal (cruising) mode is much more important in terms of efficiency.

If you decide to purchase an amplifier separately, then it is desirable that its power be higher than the power of the subwoofer: the sound will be cleaner. But be careful when experimenting with maximum values ​​- the speaker may not withstand the “aggressive temperament” of the amplifier and fail.

Sensitivity

We are talking about the depth of the diffuser in relation to its area, that is, directly about the sound pressure at certain indicators of the supplied power. Of key importance is the area of ​​the membrane (the larger, the better), and hence its diameter.

In order to evaluate the sensitivity, a current of 1 W is applied to the subwoofer and the sound volume is measured at a distance of a meter from the speaker.

Speaker diameter

In general, the larger the speaker, the better. However, we choose a subwoofer not in a disco club, but in a car. So, the compactness of the system is one of the main requirements.

Therefore, it is better to first compare the rest of the characteristics of all candidates, and then choose the device with the best ratio of price and speaker size among the winners.

Autosubs are usually equipped with 8″, 10″, 12″ or 15″ speakers. Most music lovers are quite satisfied with the “golden mean” in this matter. But if you want to impress others at an autoparty with open trunks, then a 15-inch (38 cm) subwoofer is better.

Impedance

In other words, the input impedance. For most auto subwoofers, the impedance is 4 ohms, less often – half that.

It is desirable that the output impedance of the amplifier matches the impedance. Otherwise, either the sub will sound quieter, or the amplifier will overheat excessively.

Choosing a case

For a subwoofer, the cabinet is more than just a box in which equipment is fixed. He is directly involved in the formation of sound.

During the sound inside the box, an echo effect occurs in a limited space. Since sound is a wave, it is characterized by addition – mutual amplification (resonance) or damping of waves, depending on the phase in which they met.

Therefore, it is extremely important what the case is made of. There is an opinion that the best subwoofer in the car (whether active or passive) should be made in retro style, because it has a wooden case. However, this is not entirely true.

For sound speakers, MDF or thick chipboard are optimal – they are dense and dampen vibrations well. Wood is a little worse. But metal boxes, although durable, resonate strongly; therefore they must be pasted over from the inside with a thick layer of felt.

Plastic is the cheapest, but also the worst option. An exception is when it comes to combined multilayer plastic. But this is a very expensive solution, which is used, for example, by the reputable company Bell Audio.

Housing types

They are distinguished by three:

1. Closed – a simple sealed box. The only task of such a box (in terms of participation in the formation of sound) is to dampen resonant vibrations behind the cone. However, the efficiency of such a subwoofer will be lower than with other options.

2. Phase inverter – a large case with an additional hole on the front side. Its location is precisely calculated. Thanks to the hole, the effect of “correct resonance” occurs, that is, waves of a certain range, diverging from the diffuser in different directions, are reflected and mutually reinforce each other.

3. Bandpass is a complex device that combines the advantages of two other types of boxes. It acts as a bandpass filter – it amplifies several waves of different frequencies at once. Of course, such a solution will cost you a pretty penny, despite the fact that the size of the bandpass, as a rule, is even larger than that of a phase inverter.

Summing up

The era of box subs is coming to an end. Because a subwoofer speaker-amplifier bundle, properly selected and built into the car’s audio system, takes the bass quality to a whole new level.

The ideal subwoofer for every car audio lover will be different. It all depends on your preferences, budget and willingness to devote time to your car.

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Harmonious acoustics in any car can be achieved by replacing not only native speakers, but also the standard head unit with new ones. Without a doubt, they will play, perhaps even juicy! However, there is one nuance…

And it is, by the way, one of the main components of any full-fledged high-quality system. Namely, the subwoofer. The subwoofer in the car and installation allow you to get a fully functional car audio that really plays like it should!

Active car subwoofer, under the seat, with an amplifier… What to choose?

Actually, this means the selection of a subwoofer and installation (installation). When building an audio system, it is necessary to distinguish two main types of subwoofers:

• active
• passive

Accordingly, active subwoofers are subwoofers that already have an amplifier built into the cabinet. In other words, their dimensions are usually small. So they easily “fly” under the car seat. Here their significant plus ends. In addition to this, active subwoofers are low-powered. As a result, they hardly “break through” the necessary frequencies. As a result, they are not suitable not only for bass lovers, but also for true connoisseurs of the “third violin with the fourth row from the left”. Therefore, for a juicy correct audio system, a passive subwoofer is needed.

What normal subwoofer should I buy and install?

Passive bottoms, on the other hand, are a large speaker, without any amplifier. By the way, it can be embedded anywhere, customized. At the same time, branded manufacturers offer a wide range of these products. And, as a result, you can choose for every taste and color.

So, that’s sorted out. Let’s move on to the form factor. All passive subwoofers according to the installation principle are divided into:

• firstly, case subwoofers. They are installed either in a separate closed case (box) or in a case with a phase inverter. Bandpass cases are also often used. So these are completely closed boxes, where the subwoofer speaker is installed inside and plays on two circuits. Phasic is also present here.
• second, frre-air subwoofers. These are speakers that are installed on the rear shelf of the car, in the armrest of the rear seat. They play on the volume of the luggage compartment. Now, as a rule, such installations no longer exist, since it is not possible to achieve super-quality from them
• and finally subwoofers in a stealth cabinet. This is a case that is made exclusively by hand and repeats the anatomy of the meta in which it is installed. Usually they are made in the left or right niche of the luggage compartment. But the rich imagination of the masters is not dormant, and therefore you can harmoniously fit the subwoofer anywhere in the car.

Installing a subwoofer in a car

(Subwoofer in a car and installation)

Next, after selecting a subwoofer speaker, the question arises of the place and type of installation of an uncle subwoofer in a particular car. Of course, the usual “installation” is the installation of a subwoofer into a finished wooden case. As well as connecting to an amplifier. Therefore, in fact, the installation of a subwoofer is the installation of an amplifier and its tuning.

However, we are not limited to this easy approach. It would be better to say that in top-end installations we make the case by hand. More correctly speaking, under the size and dimensions of the place where he will find his permanent home. At the same time, the required volume of the case for a specific speaker is calculated here. Therefore, with this approach, the final result is an order of magnitude superior to all “ready-made solutions”.

We use plywood for this case. This is necessary to ensure rigidity. Therefore, the subwoofer speaker will give all the best here!

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Price Subwoofer installation first (amplifier connection) 3500 – 5000 Also installation of an active subwoofer 3500 Subwoofer setup 500 Further fabrication of mounting platform from 1000 Then the manufacture of the body of the conventional from 7000 Manufacture of enclosure with bass reflex from 7000 Manufacture of the bandpass housing from 10000 Stealth case manufacturing from 25000 Of course, custom work to install the subwoofer from 40000 In addition, reinforcing work that may be necessary (depending on the vehicle) from 1000

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Handle type	folding
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Product weight, kg	11
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Some smart plugs, such as this one, are designed just to switch loads on and off. Others can also dim the lights in a fixture plugged into them. GE Lighting offers both types.

Happily, the bulbs use LED elements that lower the electricity usage compared to traditional incandescent bulbs, and they can also can last through up to 20,000 hours of use. That means it’s likely they will last nearly seven years even if used eight hours a day.

Since we’ll be using bulbs and a plug-in outlet, there’s no in-wall wiring to deal with. It’s neater, quicker, and easier, but there is a serious downside: if the circuit is controlled by a switch, it needs to remain in the on position for everything to work. Otherwise, the smart device will be deprived of power and all our work will be for naught. If you’d prefer to install a smart switch in the wall, the preceding link will take you to a TechHive article—and video—that shows you how.

There’s an easy fix: Switch guards that keep the light switch from being turned off. I like the snap-on covers that are installed by screwing included nubs onto the switch plate. The covers cost a few dollars each.

Smart bulbs need constant power to operate their radios. A switch guard like this prevents the switch from cutting power to the bulb.

When choosing smart devices, bear in mind that there are three major ways that smart devices connect at home:

• Many Samsung and Philips bulbs use the Zigbee wireless protocol, which creates a mesh network but might need a hub to translate the signal, so that a phone or tablet can control everything.
• Wi-Fi smart devices take advantage of a home’s wireless network, but can use a lot of power to remain connected. That’s bad for battery-powered devices, but it doesn’t matter for smart bulbs that rely on household current. Sengled, TP-Link, and others use Wi-Fi.
• By contrast, the Cync gear that I used is based on Bluetooth, although in different ways. The smart lightbulbs use Bluetooth directly, while the outlet uses Bluetooth to connect with the app and then Wi-Fi to control the device.

All is not lost because there are devices, like the Aeotec Smart Home Hub , that can act like a digital clearinghouse for smart devices. This way, a variety of smart equipment can talk to each other and your phone, regardless of which protocol it uses. On the downside, it can add cost and complexity.

Finally, a word or two about safety. Make sure that what you buy has either the UL or CE logo to show it’s been tested. Plus, all that follows is for indoor equipment that will stay dry. If this were to be done in a shed (a damp location) or outdoors (a wet location), I would have needed to use specialty equipment that lowers the chances of the equipment getting wet and shorting out. We’ll explore the details for this type of installation in the near future.

GE Lighting offers smart plugs that can turn small appliances on and off and other plugs that can dim a connected lamp as well as turn it on and off.

Setting up the smart devices

With the gear and my Samsung Galaxy Note 20 in hand, it’s time to get started. I’m setting the gear up to light and provide supplemental heat for a playroom. As is so often the case, the first step is to get an app, install it and create an account. I did so with the Cync app.

Next, I climbed my ladder and screwed one of the smart bulbs into the room’s ceiling lighting fixture. It has two bases for standard A19 screw-in bulbs, but it’s easier to connect and configure them one at a time.

Because the app can control devices across multiple houses, I had to name my house. Just so there’s no confusion, I called it “Home.”

After passing on customizing the app’s background because all were equally ugly, I picked my smart device from the list that included Lights, Light Strips, Plugs, Cameras, and Wired Switches.

Installing a C by GE (aka Cync) smart bulb in an ceiling-mounted fixture.

I turned on the phone’s location permission and tapped the Set Up button. This was followed by naming the bulb as “Ceiling Fixture A” (it will be followed by, you guessed it, “Ceiling Fixture B”). I named the room that the lightbulbs will live in as the “Kids’ Room.”

Then, I created a group. This will let me control the bulbs individually or together. No surprise, I called it “Ceiling Fixture.”

Nearly done, the app updated the bulb’s firmware, a vital process for keeping it secure. All told, it took about 10 minutes to set up the app and first bulb. I set up the second bulb in the same sequence.

With the lights set up, it’s time to install the outlet to control a space heater to help on the coldest days. My De’Longhi heater maxes out at 1,500 watts, while smart outlet is rated to handle 15 amps or 1,800 watts at 120 volts. If you use an appliance that has a higher power or current rating than your plug, you’re asking for trouble.

A space heater plugged into a GE Lighting smart plug.

I started by inserting the smart plug into the wall outlet. Happily, it didn’t obstruct the outlet above. Older homes with two-prong outlets will need a grounded adapter with the grounding wire connected to the outlet’s switch plate screw. If you go that route, however, make sure that the electrical box is grounded. Insert one of the probes on a circuit tester into the “hot” slot (the shorter of the two) and touch the other probe to the screw. If the tester lights up, then the box is grounded.

The plug has a blue light to show its status and an on/off button. When plugged in for the first time, the light was blinking to show it’s ready. If the light was steady, I would have had to reset the outlet by pressing the button for 10 seconds.

Mirroring the light-bulb set up, from the Cync app, I picked Plugs from the list of device types. Then, I tapped Set Up and the app scanned for and found the plug. I named it “Plug Heater. ”

Because the outlet uses Wi-Fi, the app scanned and found my home Wi-Fi network. I added my passcode and waited for it to connect to the network.

The app then asked what Group the plug should go into: “Kids’ Room” sounds right.

All told, this took about 10 minutes to set up.

Controlling the smart room

The beauty of using smart lightbulbs and outlets is that I can now control the individual smart devices or turn them on or off as a group. The Cync app is the center of attention, but it can also link with Alexa or the Google Assistant voice systems; more on that later.

The app showed all the devices under its control, and it was easy to turn the lights on and off with the switch in the upper right. I’m able to dim the lights with a horizontal slider, but the plug is an on/off affair. For controlling a lamp, consider installing a dimmable smart plug.

There’s another trick that theses bulbs can do: change the color and quality of the light. By tapping the arrowhead on the right-hand side of the interface, two colored circles popped out. The left one let me pick any color of the spectrum from the circular slider control. I chose purple, a good color for a child’s story time.

When it’s time to return to the real world, I tapped the circle on the right to pick from seven different light qualities, including Warm White, Early Morning, and Sunlight. The warm Early Morning setting worked for me.

Add a smart speaker, and you can control your smart lighting with voice commands.

But I want to go beyond tapping the app to being able to tell the lights and outlet what to do using my Amazon Echo smart speakers. In the Cync app, I tapped Settings and Voice. At this point, I picked Alexa over Google Home Assistant (they’re equally good, so pick whichever matches the hardware you have.

After signing into my Amazon/Alexa account I needed to select my Profile and allow access to my contacts. I spent a minute training Alexa by saying things like, “Alexa, play music.”

Then, I tapped Add Device, followed by having the app discover the connected devices, which the system found almost immediately. All done, I tried it out by saying, “Alexa, turn on ceiling light” followed by “Alexa, turn on Heater Plug.”

Now, not only are the room’s smart devices just a tap away, but a voice command away as well.

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Set the mood at any time of day with smart lighting options

Create an ambience for any time of day with a variety of smart home lighting choices that are dimmable via remote control and, with several choices, the IKEA Home smart app. Apply a stylish touch with smart integrated lighting such as LED strip lights that can illuminate the bottom of your bed as well as the headstand. Show off your dinnerware collection with LED spotlights that are easy to install inside your cabinets. See everything clearly while preparing a meal with LED countertop lights. Let the crisp, soft light of LED wardrobe lighting strips help you see colors clearly without waking up your partner at 7am. A smart sensor only turns the light on when you open your closet or wardrobe door.  Make light the star of the show with futuristic light panels that apply a stunning modern look. Set them to either warm or cold modes, which can easily be adjusted with a switch or through your smart phone. Smart lighting kits make it easy to get started by paring wirelessly controlled smart bulbs with remote controlled dimmer switches. Dim your lighting wirelessly to adapt to different activities. Besides being dimmable, you can choose smart light bulbs that have 9 color settings. Some kits also include control outlets that can connect to coffee makers and other small appliances. In addition to smart remote controls, you can light up a room with smart wireless motion sensors that can be set to 30% or 100% brightness.

All options in smart lights use energy efficient LED bulbs that use less energy and last longer.  Turn the lights all the way up when you need to and hit the dimmer switch when it’s time to adjust the mood for special occasions, parties or just a relaxing night on the couch listening to music.

Reimagine get-togethers with custom lighting for every room in the house

Use LED track lighting to trace your kid’s racecar or rocket ship bed in gleaming lightbefore hitting the dimmer switch as your little one nods off during story time. While the kids may appreciate them as a nightlight, LED lighting strips placed along the floor are also practical. Use them in your bedroom as well or to really enhance the movie theater experience in your den or basement by adding your own theater style tracking lights close to the floor.

Connect your smart lighting and create atmosphere in an instant

Remotes can be used to control up to 10 LED smart bulbs or light panels. Use the motion sensor to automatically turn on or off up to 10 light sources—all of which will behave in the way you set. For added convenience, the motion sensors can be set to day or night mode, with lights set to turn off after 3 minutes. And with IKEA Home smart, you’re in full control—and not just of smart lighting solutions. Using your smartphone or control of the app through Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit or Google Home, you can also control blinds and small appliances. Learn more about IKEA Home smart.

Apply smart home lighting that is safe, easy to install and easy to adjust.

These smart light LED light fixtures are ideal for confined spaces and can come into contact with fabric—say in the bedroom—since they emit much less heat while using less energy. Installation is simple, with no electrician needed. Dim lights or turn them off and on with wireless remotes or through voice command when linking IKEA Home to other devices.

Automation of lighting in the “Smart Home” – abclight.ru

Control via the Internet

“Smart” lighting devices outwardly similar to conventional ones, but differ significantly in the principle of operation. Each lamp, floor lamp and even light bulb is connected to the Internet and controlled remotely. You can control it through a special panel that is mounted on the wall, as well as using a tablet computer, mobile application or remote control.

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Color temperature

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Sensors

Sensors are connected to the system along with lighting fixtures. For example, a motion sensor that turns on the light as soon as a person enters the room, or a light level sensor that adjusts the brightness of light bulbs depending on sunlight. Sensors can be anything: temperature, humidity, volume or sound level. They provide the system with information on the basis of which the lighting can be adjusted.

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Lighting automation is relevant for those who design and sell smart home technology and those who strive to live in comfort and do not mind saving money:

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value in the eyes of customers, offers unusual technology, earns more

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Owner of apartment

pays less for electricity, does not look for a switch in the dark, creates personalized lighting

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The owner or tenant of an office

saves 30-70% on electricity according to Rusbase estimates

Night Light

turns on at night when moving, gently illuminates the room and does not irritate the eyes. If the owner got up in the middle of the night to drink water, he would not rest his little finger on the door frame, and his wife would not wake up from a bright light. The scenario is also relevant if one family member needs to go to work when the rest are sleeping.

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Switching off lights when leaving the house

Convenient if you don’t want to walk around the apartment in street shoes and check if the lights are turned off everywhere. The easiest way is to install one switch at the entrance – pressing it turns off all the lights at once. More complex ways: use a mobile application or connect the script to a home alarm.

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Dimming fixtures in unused rooms

This is savings without having to constantly turn the lights on and off. For example, a person is watching football, and the light in the living room is at full power, while in the kitchen it is only at 10%. When a person goes to the kitchen for chips, the light turns on at 100%, and the room goes down to 10%. It seems that this is a penny savings, but the system fully pays off in a year.

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Universal sensors in luminaires

Monitor what is happening in the house: human presence, temperature, humidity, gas leakage, air pollution. The information is transferred to a mobile application, which immediately sends a notification to the owner if something is wrong, which means that you can save even more on security and property insurance.

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Luminaires-devices

In addition to changing the color of the glow and brightness, they can distribute Wi-Fi, play music, and scent the room. No need to buy different household appliances, allocate space for them and connect the power.

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Recently, the science of the physiological, psychological and biological effects of various light sources on the human body has been developing. They look like cylinders suspended in the air with a uniformly luminous surface. In terms of beauty and reliability, the result exceeded all expectations, so we decided to start mass production of these lamps.

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Smart home lighting | Lighting control in a smart home

Country house lighting is an integral element of the infrastructure responsible for the comfort and safety of living. Smart light meets you already on the threshold of the house – as soon as you open the door, the lamps light up.

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What is IoT concept

is a component of the global system. IoT (translated as “Internet of Things”) – is a global information society infrastructure that provides advanced services by connecting physical and virtual things based on existing and developing interoperable information and communication technologies.

The interaction of physical things is carried out due to the built-in elements of , with the appropriate software, because software is responsible for collecting and analyzing data, device interaction and communication with the cloud. The choice of communication solution determines the method of sending and receiving information, communication with third-party devices. the system recognizes what is happening around, and notifies the user about it through the IoT platform, where the received data is analyzed and converted into a convenient form.

Smart lighting with IoT technology

IoT concept involves controlling the device by voice or through the application on a smartphone, creating scenarios process automation. Smart light takes into account the presence of people, time of day, natural light. The light can be controlled – turn on or change the brightness remotely, imitate the presence of people in the house.

Lighting devices can be remotely set:

• rest/work state;
• brightness;
• color temperature;
• color and other options.

Lighting devices can be: incandescent, gas-discharge, diode, and others. Control elements – microcontrollers, sensors, motion sensors, dimmers – those that are responsible for adjusting the light. Smart light can even serve as an alarm clock.

Smart home controller with gsm is an intelligent system that coordinates the work of connected devices, makes logical decisions, the algorithms of which are embedded in the program. All data received from sensors is analyzed, after which a command is issued to smart devices.

Benefits of smart lighting

Home owners are actively switching to smart lighting, choosing the opportunities that open up with it. Convenience is one of the clear advantages of automated control over manual control. Artificial intelligence lighting cuts energy bills, saves time – all you have to do is give a command and watch how the house is gradually filled with light.

• Potential and reliability – lighting system designed for 11 years or more of continuous operation;
• Safety – lighting devices do not emit ultraviolet, radiation, do not have elements containing mercury;
• Stable operation at high and low temperatures, the negative impact of natural phenomena, mechanical impact;
• No light fluctuation;
• Elements resistant to wear during active use
• High level of light output (up to 150 lumens per 1 W of electricity).

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Outdoor lighting

Smart technology has found wide application in the outdoor lighting of a private house. Motion sensors, twilight switches, time relays, intelligent controllers help control the light. An example of the operation of a motion sensor – when the owner enters the gate, the lighting devices automatically turn on. If you use the twilight switch, then turning on and off the lamps will depend on the illumination on the street.

Lighting the fence of a private house increases the safety of movement, protects against uninvited guests, highlights the access roads. Lighting the facade of the house helps to create interesting compositions, highlight decorative elements. The lighting of the porch, stairs, doors is a practical area. The right lighting system for your home makes the surrounding area cozy, safe and hospitable.

Lighting inside the house

The smart light system is available in a huge number of variations. When controlling the lighting of a residential building, motion, presence, light and door position sensors are involved. If you forgot to turn off the lights on the stairs, in the kitchen, the time relay will turn off the power after a specified period of time. Night lighting of stairs between floors is an important part of a safe home. Motion sensors turn on the lights where they detect the movement of the owner, and then turn it off.

Russian-made lighting control platform

Smart light is the key technology of a smart home. ámbiot develops hardware and software for process automation in the Internet of Things. We have created a software platform with an implemented module for automated control of artificial lighting systems. Controllers of our production and IIot devices from other manufacturers are connected to the platform. The unique product makes the work of Iot easy and convenient, because ámbiot is:

• Monitoring and control
• Compatibility with different communication technologies
• Automation and optimization
• Conciseness and convenience
• Indoor and outdoor lighting
• Open for integration

9 0202 The company is promoting the idea of ​​a boxed solution that uses a minimum of resources for design, installation, commissioning.