MechoSystems New, Wireless, Solar-Powered Daylight Sensor Automates Roller Shades

The unobtrusive and battery-less Wireless Daylight Sensor utilizes a special integrated solar-powered photosensor to monitor the light coming through the curtainwall and, via EnOcean® RF communication technology, transmits data to a daylight controller to move roller shades in small offices and light commercial spaces effortlessly. When connected to the MechoSystems' SolarTrac® WindowManagement® control system, the sensor provides information for shade movement in large buildings with multiple zones.

Daylight information is sent to a small wireless controller directly connected to the MechoNet® data network, enabling shades to move autonomously. These two units move shades to full up, full down, and to intermediate positions, based on daylight present at the curtainwall/window without additional hardware/computers/sensors being required. The peel-n‐stick daylight sensors mount inconspicuously to the window mullion in any orientation. The MechoNet Wireless Controller can also receive data and/or commands from other EnOcean devices such as occupancy sensors, lighting controllers, thermostats and the like.

The combination of the Wireless Daylight Sensor and Controller enables a simple automation system to be implemented for effective daylight integration to preserve views to the outside, manage glare and solar radiation in a space, and comply with codes and standards mandating reductions in building energy consumption.