Lutron’s preprogrammed and wireless AuroRa system is designed for out-of-the-box simplicity. The radio frequency–operated system provides remote control of lights in different areas of your home.
SlideshowLet’s face it: Lighting makes a big difference in creating atmosphere within a space. It can impact how you feel and live. However, lighting up your life doesn’t have to be limited to 60-watt lamps and numerous wall switches. An electronic lighting control system allows you to create striking scenes for work, play and leisure, even accenting your art.
There are a number of companies that specialize in lighting control, and they offer a wide range of systems and products for every type of home, lifestyle and budget. For example, there are wireless systems that can be easily and affordably installed into existing homes, and hardwired versions that are more sophisticated, expensive and ideally suited for newly constructed homes. There are plain-Jane keypads and fancy color touchpads, handheld remotes and key fobs you can keep in your car. Systems, keypads and touchpanels created expressly for the control of lighting are highlighted below.
Other types of systems can be programmed by a professional home systems installer to operate the lights. Home automation systems, security systems and even universal remotes can operate your lights as well.
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