Patent classifications
H05B47/25
Light-emitting diode light string control system
The present disclosure is for a light-emitting diode light string control system, which comprises: a switching unit having a power input end, a power output end connected to the light string, and a controlled end. A control unit is connected to the controlled end of the switching unit. A second power-generating unit is also connected to the light-emitting diode light string. The light-emitting control command sent by the control unit is in a carrier wave mode to realize brightness variation of the light string, which saves costs and simplifies the control circuit. A short-circuit protection unit is employed to provide fast and reliable response in real time.
Lighting device and controlling method thereof
A lighting device is disclosed. The lighting device includes a first light emitting element having a first color temperature, a second light emitting element having a second color temperature, a communication interface, and a processor configured to, when a first user input for adjusting a brightness of the lighting device is received via the communication interface, adjust both brightness of the first light emitting element and the second light emitting element based on the first user input, when a second user input for adjusting a color temperature is received, obtain ratio information of the brightness of the first light emitting element to the brightness of the second light emitting element based on the second user input, and adjust both brightness of the first light emitting element and the second light emitting element based on the obtained ratio information.
Fluorescent Lamp Replacement LED Protection
A fluorescent lamp replacement may include one or more LED drivers and lamps in various embodiments, as well as a shock hazard/pin safety circuit. The present invention provides a fluorescent lamp replacement that, for example, powers an LED and/or OLED and/or QD lamp from a fluorescent fixture, including operating 5 and being powered by electronic ballasts. In some embodiments, a fluorescent lamp replacement includes a number of pins configured to electrically connect to a fluorescent lamp fixture, at least one non-fluorescent light source, a transistor between at least one of the pins and the at least one non-fluorescent light source, and a shock hazard protection circuit configured to disable the transistor to limit current flowing through at least some of the pins.
Systems and methods for retrofitting existing lighting systems
LED lighting systems and methods for retro-fitting existing lighting systems such as acorn and other globe style fixtures is disclosed. The retro-fit systems can be provided with an LED driver, an adaptor casting which mounts to industry standard fixture, a riser for adjusting the height of the lighting fixture, and an assembly of an optically active sealing lens, a heat sink and a LED board, wherein the LED lights, which can be made up of a plurality of LEDs, are arranged in concentric rings on the LED board, and are fitted with a sealing lens in the form of a rotated bubble optic with concentric grooves on the inner surface.
Decoration system
A decoration system includes a plurality of decorative covers each having a cover-to-cover fastening structure and an electrical component fastening structure. Each cover-to-cover fastening structure includes a fastening assembly for releasably connecting one of the decorative covers to a contiguously adjacent decorative cover. In other words, the decorative covers may be arranged horizontally and vertically as desired. Each electrical component fastening structure defines at least one opening that selectively receives elements of an external electrical device into an interior compartment of a respective decorative cover. The electrical component fastening structure enables a respective decorative cover to be coupled to a traditional light string having lamps, embedded LEDs, or be coupled to an MPC and related electronics.
Light source device and electronic device
A light source device that includes a first resistor that is connected to a given potential, a light emitting element that is connected in series to the first resistor, a second resistor that is connected to the given potential, and a first current source that is connected in series to the second resistor and that is configured to supply a freely-selected current within a given range are included. A first voltage is taken out from a first connection part where the first resistor and the light emitting element are connected to each other and a second voltage is taken out from a second connection part where the second resistor and the first current source are connected to each other.
Light source device and electronic device
A light source device that includes a first resistor that is connected to a given potential, a light emitting element that is connected in series to the first resistor, a second resistor that is connected to the given potential, and a first current source that is connected in series to the second resistor and that is configured to supply a freely-selected current within a given range are included. A first voltage is taken out from a first connection part where the first resistor and the light emitting element are connected to each other and a second voltage is taken out from a second connection part where the second resistor and the first current source are connected to each other.
LED tube lamp
An LED tube lamp includes a lamp tube, an LED module, a power supply module, a micro switch, and an actuator. The lamp tube has pins for receiving an external driving signal. The power supply module is configured for supplying power to the LED module. The micro switch is coupled to the power supply module. And the actuator is configured to cause the micro switch to change to a closed-circuit position to allow the power supply module to supply power to the LED module for emitting light. When the LED tube lamp is properly installed into a lamp holder, the micro switch closes to electrically connect the power supply module to an external driving signal.
Lighting device and illumination apparatus using same
A lighting device includes: a DC power source circuit; an output control circuit including a chopping switch to adjust an output current by chopping of the chopping switch; light source switches respectively connected to the light sources; and a control unit for controlling a time period for which a current flows in the light sources. The control unit controls the output control circuit such that an operation period for which the chopping is conducted and a stop period for which the chopping is stopped are repeated alternately and performs switchover of the light source switches to be sequentially and selectively turned on, and the switchover is conducted during the stop period with a time interval from a beginning of the stop period.
Light emitting diode lamp dimming signal
A light emitting diode based light configured for replacing a fluorescent light in a light fixture has a housing, at least one light emitting diode (LED), a power connector at a first end of the housing configured for connection to the light fixture and configured for receiving a power signal from a power source, a dimming control connector at a second end of the housing configured for receiving a dimming control signal and a power trace. The power trace is configured to carry the power signal from the power connector to the LED, and carry the dimming control signal from the dimming control connector to the power connector, such that the power signal is controlled in response to the dimming control signal.