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Occupancy Sensors

A lighting control system needs the input of other devices on which to base its commands. An occupancy sensor, or motion detector, is typically used as part of a security system to detect intruders. However, it can be just as useful to a lighting control system.

Whenever a motion sensor notices that someone has walked into a room, for example, it can trigger on the room lights. When the room is unoccupied, the sensor can signal the system to turn off the lights.

Light (Photocell) Sensors

In a similar manner, but in response to daylight and dusk, light sensors can automate the switching of lights.

Home Control

Some lighting control systems are so smart that they can operate nearly every electronic component in a house, including motorized drapes, thermostats and cueing up an entertainment system.