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What is a smart lighting control box and what are its applications?

Today, energy management and enhancing the visual beauty of urban spaces have become one of the fundamental priorities for municipalities and responsible bodies in the field of beautification. In this regard, competition among companies active in the lighting sector to create innovative visual effects and develop advanced lighting animations is increasing day by day.

Smart lighting control box

Erfan Sanat Isfahan Company, as the largest pioneering company in Iran’s lighting industry with over 20 years of experience in designing and producing lighting systems, has successfully developed and manufactured a group of smart products under the title of “Smart Lighting Control Box.” These products have obtained the ISO 9001 international certificate and are offered with a 24-month golden warranty, making them available to the public.

Main Features and Applications of the Lighting Control Box

1. Smart Control System:

This device, as the main core for controlling lighting systems, easily provides centralized management, precise adjustment of light effects, and coordination among different components of the lighting system.

2. Advanced Technologies:

  • Mobile-based applications for remote control
  • Support for wireless communication protocols such as Wi-Fi and NRF
  • Smart time programming capability
  • Displaying occasions and more…

3. Energy Saving:

By utilizing the latest global technologies and improving the performance of the main section of these products, their energy consumption has been reduced by up to 60% compared to other models. This feature makes these products highly suitable for long-term use and environments that require continuous lighting.

Thanks to technological improvements in smart control boxes, accuracy and speed in executing lighting projects have significantly increased, maintenance and repair costs have decreased, and these products are fully aligned with global standards.

Applications of the Smart Lighting Control Box

These systems, by combining modern communication technologies and smart algorithms, enable professional lighting management in various projects. Below, we will examine their most important applications:

1. Smart Energy Management

With astronomical clock capability (automatic on/off of lights based on time of day or environmental conditions), electricity costs decrease by up to 60%. This system, by automatically adjusting light intensity (e.g., dimming lights during low-traffic times), not only saves energy but also extends the lifespan of equipment.

2. Urban and Commercial Space Beautification

This smart system provides the capability to customize lighting in various spaces by creating diverse and dynamic light effects and animations, including color changes, gradients, light-and-shadow, and various 3D animations. From eye-catching lighting at special festivals and events to the revitalization of historical buildings and time-appropriate lighting adjustments in shopping centers and hotels, smart control boxes can be used.

3. Centralized Remote Control

Adjusting all lighting parameters, from light intensity to RGB color selection, is done with just a few clicks in the mobile application. This feature not only simplifies the management of large projects in different geographical locations but also allows for monitoring the activity status of lighting elements and changing displayable texts.

4. Integration of Lighting Equipment

Control boxes manufactured by Erfan Sanat Company act as the central hub of the lighting system, creating coordination between projectors, RGB lights, point lights, light strips, and other lighting elements. These control boxes, by creating harmony between lighting elements and having full control over them, are considered the most important part of smart lighting.

The largest smart central box for controlling the largest light tree in Iran

Why is using a central box essential for your projects?

In today’s world, where technology is rapidly advancing, the use of smart and efficient tools like the central box is not just an option, but a necessity for the success of your projects. This system, with full compatibility with modern standards such as NRF and WIFI, provides seamless connectivity and optimal performance. Furthermore, its customization capability for diverse projects, from the smallest ideas to the largest designs, allows you to meet your specific needs in the best way.

  • Compatibility with modern standards such as NRF and WIFI
  • Customization capability for small to large projects
  • Energy consumption optimization with precise reporting

One of the most important advantages of central boxes is energy consumption optimization through precise and smart reporting. This feature not only helps reduce your operational costs but also takes a big step towards environmental preservation. In addition, using this system enhances the visual identity of your projects with creative and modern lighting, creating a unique experience for your audience. By choosing Erfan Sanat’s smart central boxes for your projects, you not only achieve efficiency and innovation but also benefit from a 24-month golden warranty.

By using these controllers, not only are operational costs significantly reduced, but the visual identity of projects is also enhanced with this creative lighting system.

Types of Smart Lighting Control Boxes: Suitable for every project type

Erfan Sanat Isfahan Company, based on the principles of innovation and responding to diverse customer needs, has designed and produced three different models of smart lighting control boxes. In the following, we will examine the technical specifications, applications, and advantages of each of these systems.

1. Smart Central Control Box

The smart central control box is designed as the main and key part of professional and large-scale lighting systems. This box is considered the mastermind of these systems and is designed to meet the needs of extensive and large-scale lighting projects. These projects often require precise and complete coordination among a large number of lighting elements, which is of great importance.

This system, by utilizing advanced communication protocols, including wireless Wi-Fi and NRF connections, as well as supporting 4.5G high-speed internet, is capable of controlling and managing lighting in extensive areas such as main city squares, suspension bridges, luxury commercial complexes, and industrial sites with very high precision, down to milliseconds. It should be noted that central controllers are ideal for projects where the number of light strips and elements required for lighting is between 16 and 64 paths. If the number of paths is greater, it is possible to use the wireless connection capability of multiple central boxes to each other in a network.

Technical and Practical Descriptions of the Central Control Box:

  • Extensive Management: This central control box, with its high capacity, enables the simultaneous management of thousands of LED lights, projectors, and pixel strips.
  • Seamless Integration: Full compatibility with standard protocols like NRF and Wi-Fi wireless connection ensures easy integration with Building Management Systems (BMS).
  • High Resistance and Durability: The full-metal body with IP66 protection rating makes this system resistant to theft, water and dust ingress, and physical impacts.
  • Energy Efficiency: The use of low-power components and advanced technologies leads to optimized energy consumption and increased system efficiency.
  • Extensive and Powerful Management: This central control box, with its high capacity, provides efficient and stable simultaneous management of thousands of LED lights, projectors, and pixel strips.
  • Easy and Seamless Integration: Full compatibility with standard protocols like NRF and Wi-Fi wireless connection allows for quick and easy integration with other devices and central boxes up to 200 meters away.
  • Exceptional Resistance and Durability: The full-metal body of this system with IP66 protection rating offers high resistance against water ingress, dust, physical impacts, and even theft, and is designed for use in harsh and challenging environments.
  • Energy Efficiency and Optimal Performance: By using low-power components and advanced technologies, this system optimizes energy consumption and ensures high efficiency in the long term.

In urban bridge lighting, this system not only adjusts the color and intensity of light based on ambient brightness but also, in emergencies (such as accidents), by integrating with the traffic system, can change the lighting to an alert mode.

2. Self-Contained (Automatic) Control Box: Smartness in Small Dimensions

Self-contained control boxes can be considered the smallest examples of smart controllers. Each self-contained box is exclusively responsible for managing only one light path (or, in other words, one light strip).

Technical and Practical Descriptions of the Self-Contained Control Box:

  • Synchronization Capability: Self-contained NRF boxes, like smart control boxes, also have the ability to connect to each other, and by connecting several self-contained control boxes, lighting and light effects can be synchronized throughout the project.
  • Installation Flexibility: Its modular design allows for installation on utility poles, light towers, walls, or even inside electrical panels.
  • Voltage Fluctuation Management: This system is equipped with an internal surge protector and is completely safe against voltage fluctuations (up to 250 volts), which prevents damage to equipment in industrial areas.
  • High Resistance: The polycarbonate + industrial resin body with an IP68 protection rating makes it suitable for outdoor use, even in rainy or dusty conditions.

For example, in a park or street, self-contained control boxes can illuminate light strips synchronously and display special and attractive animations for users.

Self-contained control boxes are mostly used for acorn and hazelnut light strings, linear lights, and wall washers.

3. Mini Controller Box: Small Dimensions, High Utility

Mini smart control boxes are smaller versions of central control boxes that are used for smaller-scale projects and have 16 outputs for controlling lighting elements and strips.

Technical and Practical Descriptions of the Mini Control Box:

  • Fast and Hassle-Free Installation: Using Phoenix connectors, the mini control box is ready to operate in less than 15 minutes.
  • Support for Dynamic Effects: This device includes over 20 pre-set effects (such as seasonal animations, gradual color changes, Iranian flag, etc.) and also allows for the creation of custom effects.
  • Competitive Pricing: While maintaining component quality (using solid capacitors and anti-heat circuits), we have improved quality, but by reducing our profit, we have kept the price competitive.
  • Energy Saving: With a 40% reduction in electricity consumption, the costs of lighting projects such as parks, villas, or utility poles are significantly reduced.

Mini boxes are mostly used to control urban elements such as the 48-ray Sun Ornament and the 32-ray Sun Ornament. Below you can learn more about these urban elements.

View 48-ray Sun Ornament (Sunlight 48-ray) page

View 32-ray Sun Ornament (Sunlight 32-ray) page

Common Features of All Models: Exceeding Expectations

All smart lighting control boxes from Erfan Sanat Isfahan Company benefit from high technical and quality requirements:

  • Full compatibility with all LED and RGB systems, from pixel strips to industrial projectors, as long as your lighting element has a data wire!
  • Controllability via mobile application: All control boxes have full control capability via a dedicated mobile application, and all changes and settings can be applied to the boxes via mobile phone.
  • 24-month unconditional warranty and 5-year after-sales service with 24-hour support team.
  • Use of chips with global standards to ensure product quality, performance, and durability over many years of use.
  • At least 50% reduction in energy consumption compared to similar equipment on the market.

Technical Comparison of Central Control Box and Mini Box: Which option is more suitable for your project?

Choosing between Erfan Sanat Isfahan Company’s central control box and mini control box depends on your project’s needs and dimensions. In this section, we compare these two widely used products in terms of control capacity, energy consumption, technical resistance, and cost to make your decision easier.

Quick Comparison Table

Parameter Central Control Box Mini Control Box
Control Capacity Up to 6400 lights Up to 1600 lights
Energy Consumption Up to 150 watts Up to 30 watts
Protection Degree (IP) IP66 IP66
Price From 30 million Tomans From 10 million Tomans
Suitable for Squares, towers, factories Villas, events, temporary projects

Golden Tips for Final Selection

  • Large Projects (Over 2000 lights): Without a doubt, the central control box with a 24-month warranty and 5-year after-sales service is the best choice.
  • Medium Projects (200 to 2000 lights): The mini control box, with its low price and easy installation, will meet your needs.
  • Small Projects (1 to 200 lights): You can use the self-contained control box to significantly lower your costs and intelligently control your lighting elements.

Why are all models popular?

  • Compatibility with all LED and RGB lights from Erfan Sanat Isfahan Company.
  • Control via mobile application with remote adjustment capability.
  • International standards (such as CE and RoHS) for safety assurance.

Application of Smart Control Box in Urban Lighting: A Revolution in Light and Energy Management

Smart lighting control systems are now recognized as one of the most important components of urban lighting projects. This technology not only enhances the visual beauty of spaces but also plays a key role in sustainable development by reducing energy consumption and improving safety. In this section, we examine the most important applications of these systems in urban projects.

1. Use in Street Lighting: 40% Energy Saving

Erfan Sanat Isfahan Company’s smart control boxes significantly reduce electricity consumption by automatically adjusting light intensity based on the time of day.

  • Mechanism of Operation:
    • Automatic adjustment of lighting and illumination of lighting elements when it gets dark, creating professional and advanced lighting effects to increase traffic and vitality among people.
    • Synchronization of lighting among all branches, strips, and lighting elements to create professional lighting.
    • Powering point lights and lights connected to the control box and their optimal management.
  • Real Example:
    In the lighting project of Street with Semi-Arc Light Tunnel in Mazandaran, the use of this system resulted in a 42% reduction in annual energy consumption and increased the useful life of LED lights.

2. Urban Lighting Decorations: Creating Art with Light

Erfan Sanat Company’s smart controllers, with their internal calendar, enable the creation of dynamic and harmonious effects for national and religious occasions.

  • Key Applications:
    • Lighting the Iranian flag using 1000 RGB lights in Naqsh-e Jahan Square, Isfahan.
    • Designing moving light artworks for special celebrations (such as Nowruz and Yalda).
  • Unique Feature:
  • Changing colors and light patterns via the mobile application without the need for physical operator presence.
  • Ability to automatically program on the internal calendar to execute specific lighting for a special occasion at a specified time.

3. Industrial Environment Security: Smart Lighting = Smart Safety

Integrating smart control boxes with security systems provides the ability for instant response to incidents.

  • Application Scenarios:
    • Activation of emergency lighting upon detection of unauthorized movement by CCTV cameras.
    • Sudden increase in illumination in emergency exit routes (e.g., fire).
  • Key Advantage:
  • 30% reduction in human accidents in industrial environments with targeted lighting.

Why Erfan Sanat Smart Control Box?

  • 24-month warranty and 5-year after-sales service.
  • Fast installation by trained technical team.
  • Reasonable price compared to imported samples of similar quality.

How to Program the Central Controller: A Step-by-Step Guide for Users

Programming lighting control systems from Erfan Sanat Isfahan Company is simple and fast, even for beginners. In this section, we provide a guide to setting up these devices in 4 practical steps:

1. Install the Dedicated Software

  • Steps to Download and Install:
    1. Download the ESE software from the company’s official website link.
    2. After the download is complete, install the program on your device.
    3. The Erfan Sanat Company’s smart control application is currently only available for Android devices.

2. Connect to Hardware

  • Connection Methods:
    • Direct Connection: (Only for boxes with SIM cards)
      • Connect your mobile phone to the internet and go to Erfan Sanat’s smart website at ESE Smart Center website and log in with your username and mobile phone.
  • Via WIFI:
      • If your smart control box does not have a SIM card, you should go within 5 meters of the device and select the controller’s internal Wi-Fi.
  • Warning:
    • Do not disconnect the device from the power source during connection.

3. Adjust Parameters:

  • Key Actions:
    • Display Text and Image:
      • Ability to display your desired text and image with customization options for font, size, color, etc.
    • Adjust Colors:
      • Use the software’s color palette or HEX codes for precise color selection.
    • Light Patterns:
      • Apply predefined effects (such as wavy, blinking, fade) or your custom patterns.
    • Networking:
      • If using multiple devices simultaneously, set the NRF CODE address for each controller separately to prevent interference.
  • Warning:
    • When networking devices, the device assigned NRF code one is called the master device.
    • All devices that are to be networked together must be set to the same frequency code!

4. Save and Execute:

  • Final Steps:
    • After completing the settings, select the Save and Display option.
    • Wait for the device to perform the relevant processing and transfer the data to your device.
    • After receiving the success confirmation message, you can exit the application.

Instructional Video: Working with the App in 10 Minutes!

To better understand the steps, watch the instructional video on programming the central controller and how to work with Erfan Sanat’s mobile application from the link below:

  • Software Update: Install the new version of the software every 3 months.
  • Free Consultation: In case of problems, call 031-91091011.

Pricing and Warranty: Transparency and Trust are Priorities

Frankly: Our product prices are higher than some competitors, but every expense has a reason!

At every stage of production, from domestic raw materials to body material and even the smallest details like wire insulation, we use the best and highest quality materials.

Sometimes the price of the raw materials we use equals the final price of similar products on the market. But this meticulousness and precision in selecting the best materials have resulted in nothing less than offering unrivaled quality and durability in the country.

We believe quality is never sacrificed for price, and this is what sets us apart.

You pay more for our products than competitors, but you receive:

  • Exceptional Quality
  • Unrivaled Products
  • Best Materials of the Day
  • 24-month Golden Warranty
  • 5 years of After-Sales Service
  • And our permanent support!

Erfan Sanat Isfahan Company, relying on the motto of “Exceptional Quality, Fair Price,” offers its smart lighting control systems with a 2-year golden warranty and special discounts to the market. Below, we will review the financial details and related matters.

Product Pricing Table (in Tomans)

Product Price Range Factors Affecting Price
Central Control Box 30 to 60 million Control capacity, number of outputs, voltage range
Mini Control Box 10 to 30 million Number of connectable lights, networking capability
Self-Contained Control Box 1 to 3 million Device size, environmental resistance (IP)

Special Discounts: Cost-Effective for Large Projects

  • 10% cash discount for projects with a value of over 500 million Tomans.
  • Terms of Use:
    • Order registration through the company’s official website.
    • Possibility to combine the discount with free installation services (for projects over 200 million Tomans).

2-Year Golden Warranty: Peace of Mind for Customers

All products from Erfan Sanat Isfahan Company come with a 24-month golden warranty covering the following:

  • Free replacement of defective parts (even in case of damage caused by voltage fluctuations).
  • Free expert visit at the project site (maximum 3 times a year).
  • 24-hour phone support for resolving software errors.

Key Points Before Purchase

Precise Capacity Comparison:

  • For projects over 16,000 lights, the central control box, despite its higher price, is more cost-effective.Best Price Guarantee:
  • The stated prices are not final and are negotiable!Money-Back Guarantee:
  • In case of dissatisfaction with device performance (up to 10 days after delivery), 100% of the amount will be refunded.

How to Order?

Buying a Smart Control Box in Isfahan: Best Choice with Local Support

Erfan Sanat Isfahan Company, as a leading manufacturer of smart lighting systems, is ready to provide services to esteemed customers in Isfahan province and throughout Iran. For purchase or to receive free consultation, you can contact us through the following ways:

Direct Communication Channels

  • Company Address:

Isfahan city, Khomeinishahr county, Electricity and Electronics Industrial Town, Electronic Blvd, Second Alley, Plaque 119

  • Contact Phone:

031-91091011 (Answering days Saturday to Wednesday, 8:30 AM to 4 PM).

Why Buy from Us?

Fast Delivery in Isfahan:

  • Receive product in less than 24 hours (for orders placed before 12 PM).Permanent Product Exhibition:
  • Visit practical samples and test device performance at the company site.Free Technical Consultation:
  • Provision of exclusive lighting design by experienced engineers (even before purchase).

Key Points Before Visiting

  • For exhibition visits, phone coordination is mandatory.
  • To get an accurate price quote, prepare project specifications (number of lights, area, and type of use).
  • Installment payment is available for projects over 500 million Tomans.

Act Today!

  • Fill out the consultation request form on the website to receive a special 10% discount.
  • For tracking online orders, keep your order tracking number handy.
Currently, the ESE smart control application is only available for Android devices.
Yes, both Central and Self-contained control boxes can be wirelessly networked via NRF to synchronize lighting effects across various units.
The Smart Central and Mini Control Boxes have an IP66 rating, while the Self-contained Control Box boasts an IP68 rating for high resistance to water and dust.
Yes, the golden warranty explicitly includes the free replacement of defective parts, even if the damage is due to power fluctuations.
Users can create custom lighting patterns and effects, in addition to utilizing the over 20 pre-set animations available with the devices.

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