Rako wmt400 trailing edge 400w rak8 control card dimmer. Mood lighting systems offer the user the ability to recall a scene, or mood of lighting at the touch of a single button despite controlling multiple circuits and lamp types. It allows for intuitive configuration and programming of a system either wirelessly or connected to an ethernet router. The rako system is an open protocol system used mainly for lighting in residential and commercial properties. Access to all available rooms, scenes and channels, all of which can be named for easy identification. Lighting scene problems, could it be rakorako driver. The rah07 remote control from rako lighting works the same as any wall panel and provides 4 scenes, all off and raise and lower of scene, running on the. At rako, we realise that planning a project can be confusing, especially with the vast array of lamp types and fittings now available. The app can be used with existing wireless systems, the new wired network or combined systems. Can only be configured using the rako rasoft pc programming software. This bundle includes the rako serial usb to rf interface.
Rako is leading the way in providing stateoftheart digital dimming technology, providing innovative solutions to meet the needs of a diverse range of applications. Rako is leading the way in providing state of the art digital dimming technology, providing innovative solutions to meet the needs of a diverse range of applications with lighting systems that are simple to use, creative, easily installed and cost effective. Rako lighting offers a pc based software application to quickly and easily configure a whole installation. I wouldnt replace with aone, once rako is programmed properly its a bulletproof system. The software configuration is saved in a database so it can be reloaded and edited at any time in the future. The rako pc software suite is a complete package of all the equipment you need to program and control your rako rf light fittings. No configuration by the user is required, all information is stored within the rako ethernet bridge system. The rako rampi usb programming interface is designed to operate with the rako rasoft pro programming software the rampi allows easy programming of a wireless rako system. Rasoft makes whole home programming, creating new rooms, setting scenes and changing fade rates easy, as well as offering many advanced features including. Download rako and enjoy it on your iphone, ipad, and ipod touch.
Guide to programming a rako wireless module system using. The rako control panel takes the place of the switch wire. See programming with agents for information about using agents in programming. Using rasoft pro programming software it is possible to configure each button individually to carry out a number of different tasks, for example. Designed to be the gateway between rako transmitter devices and the rak4 range of dimmer racks. The application gives control of any room, whether it be lighting or curtainblind control. Rako rausb usb to rakom interface for rasoft programming software. A when we refer to the wireless rako system, it refers to the panels and control dimmers and how they interact with each other. To program around sunrise and sunset, you use the scheduler agent. There will also be a new flush metallic range of keypads, built around an all metal screwless flush facia design. Rako intros new hub and wall plates at ise 2019 inside ci. A quick overview of some of the extensive range of wireless rako equipment. I have played around with a few test lamps but am seeking some guidance on what i should be considering as best practice for programming, room numbering, grouping or. Another company is doing the programming as far as im aware, were just doing all the donkey work, wiring, laying there equipment out in the plant room etc.
Ms windows based pc laptop computers or apple mac osx. Rako lighting is leading the way in providing state of the art digital dimming technology, ideal for consumers. I have all the necessary rako kit, including software and rako bridge iphone setup. Rako rcp07 wallplates installation, programming and. Start programming the system rako wireless modules can be programmed from a rako control panel see the instructions that come with a control panel or from a pc and the rasoft software. The rako system works on its own rf signaling, so keypads can work on battery and the dimmers user the power from the lighting circuit itself, both keypads and dimmers then communicate with each other using rf commands. This method requires the use of a rako programming interface, either a rausb, rahsmart or a bridge module. Certainly sounds like missing commands between rako and c4. Rako has a bigger wireless range of products, 010v, rako pills for pendants.
To connect any of these to the system see appendix 2. The module is suitable for installation in any of the standard rako fixing solutions and is also suitable for all switch accessory plates that use a 50x50mm grid and cover plate arrangement. It uses the rausb or the rav232 interface modules to create a wireless link between the computer and rakom receiver modules. Rako lighting systems make the smart home dream a reality. This confirmed activation of the dimmer module, via a simple physical tagging, and scene lighting to be set up within supplied rako software. Recently, the people at rako controls have launched their iphone app remotely control and adjust the rako dimming system in your home in the office from your iphone, ipod touch or ipad rako has released an iphone app which is now downloadable from the itunes app store that gives you the control of a rako installation from an iphone, an ipad, or ipod touch. Rako rampi interface and rasoft software for pc cyberselect.
Rako lighting is a program that enables advanced features to be accessed on a rako system. Used to design and program whole house rako lighting systems. Available in both rako nfc wireless and wired versions, the new controllers are configured using the now familiar rasoftpro programming software. Rako lighting control software rakolighting uk online. Discuss rako lighting in the electrical forum area at. The rampi also supports nfc near field communication programming of rakos nfc devices such as the rnc control panels and rci interface modules. As a programming device, the rabridge provides the connection between the rako wireless network and a laptop running rakos programming software rasoftpro. Easy to set up does not require a pc although programming via software is possible. Discover rako lighting and how it works rako lighting. Interface with wired or wireless dimmers with ethernet, iphone, or android link.
Rako wcm070 7button wired modular panel loving technology. Going of what information ive got it seems that one rak will have several supplies on. The bridge needs to be uploaded with the rasoft programming file of the project. Programming makes use of agents also, which let you include preprogrammed system functionality, for example, scheduling, delays, or setting up lighting scenes. Pc control and programming software rs232 to rakom radio interface bidirectional rs232 to. Rako controls is one of the uks leading manufacturers of home automation and lighting control products. Rako rasoft pro software free download from rako support web site here. To allow the iphone to communicate with the network a rako aprbridge for use with wirelessonly systems or wrebridge for wired or hybrid wireless systems needs to be installed along with a wireless router for the wifi link with the iphone. Right now this is so tight its very difficult to pick, rako always had the edge and still have the features, but the incredibly easy installation of.
Sometimes when using 3rd party lighting, its best to do your lighting programming within the 3rd party software and then just have c4 recall the scenes, etc. Advanced programming features allow master off control from any keypad or maybe a button to create a welcome. Rako smart lighting controls lead the way in providing stateoftheart digital dimming technology, providing innovative solutions to meet the needs of a diverse range of applications. Not familiar with rako so cant really speculate which one would be the culprit. Or it could be a programming issue and may need to be reprogrammed using the rako software. Using the rako rasoft programming software every fourth room 4,8,12 etc can be set as a group master to control the subsequent 3 rooms, i.
Rako wireless lighting rav232 rs232 to rf interface for rasoft programming software. Lutron ra2 select pico keypads last 10 years, and they guarantee this. The scenes are programmed using the rasoft pro programming software. We are a smart home company based in manchester and cheshire and realize that planning a project can be very confusing and stressful. There are a vast array of lamp types and fittings now available on the market. For greater control, a rako wireless bridge was also installed. Rako rasoft pro software rako lighting controls eu. Network bridge rako description a powerful network interface acting as a programming device with ethernet access for app control via smartphones and tablets. Rako rausb usb to rakom interface for rasoft programming. The support centre gives useful information from planning a system to helpful setup guides, videos and system overviews as well as datasheets and manuals.
Rako was one of the first companies to adapt to led lighting and is compatible with the majority of lighting brands. As others have said, the switches could be the battery powered version and the batteries may need replacing. A laptop can connect to the rabridge either directly using a crossover cable or. The file can either be an existing project file, if available, or created using the rasoft programming software included which requires a pc running windows xp or vista.
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