elitedim2 – Native DALI-2 Lighting Control Powered by Niagara

Lighting control has long been a fundamental element of modern buildings. However, true intelligence only emerges when lighting is no longer treated as a standalone system, but becomes seamlessly integrated into the broader building management ecosystem.

The Tridium Niagara Framework makes exactly this possible — and with Leap Info Systems’ elitedim2, DALI-2 lighting control is taken to an entirely new level.

The elitedim2 is a compact, IP-enabled, native DALI-2 interface designed to operate directly within the Niagara environment.

There is no need for separate lighting controllers, external gateways, or closed manufacturer-specific systems:

Niagara itself becomes the lighting controller.

Why elitedim2 Represents the Next Step in Lighting Automation

🔗 1. Native Integration in the Niagara Framework

Most lighting control systems require additional software, dedicated gateways, and specialized expertise.

elitedim2 takes a completely different approach:

• IP/Ethernet communication

• Built-in DALI bus power supply (250 mA)

• Direct integration into the Niagara system

This means that a Tridium JACE 8000 or JACE 9000 can be used directly as a DALI lighting controller — without any intermediate hardware.

Fewer devices → fewer failure points → lower costs.

⚙️ 2. Simplified Installation and Commissioning

Leap Info Systems designed elitedim2 to be:

• easy to install

• quick to configure

• usable without dedicated lighting control expertise

With standard Niagara skills, you can:

• discover DALI devices

• create groups and zones

• configure scenes and schedules

• monitor faults and feedback

Lighting becomes manageable within the same ecosystem as HVAC or energy monitoring.

💡 3. True Convergence: BMS + LMS on One Platform

Leap’s concept of “Convergent Lighting Intelligence” means that lighting, HVAC, security, CCTV, energy management, and other subsystems all operate within one intelligent platform.

With elitedim2:

• no separate LMS is required

• no middleware is needed

• no vendor lock-in exists

• all data, logic, and automation live in one system

Project execution can require up to 50% less work — fewer components, less complexity, and reduced coordination effort.

🕹️ 4. Detailed and Flexible Lighting Control

With native DALI-2 integration, Niagara enables:

• individual luminaire control

• group and zone creation

• dimming levels and scene management

• automated schedules and logic

• occupancy- or sensor-based control

All of this is done directly through the Niagara graphical interface.

This is true professional lighting control — without gateways.

💰 5. Cost-Effective and Future-Proof Solution

One of elitedim2’s strongest advantages is its economic efficiency:

• no separate lighting control system

• fewer integration devices

• simplified topology

• reduced maintenance costs

• full vendor independence (compatible with any DALI-2 device)

Because the system is based on open standards, you are never tied to one manufacturer’s ecosystem.

🎯 Key Application Areas of elitedim2

elitedim2 is not only a technological advancement — it delivers real business value across many building types.

Native DALI-2 + Niagara integration provides unmatched flexibility and efficiency.

🏢 Commercial Buildings – Energy-Efficient Lighting Automation

Energy-efficient lighting control for office buildings, retail spaces, and modern commercial facilities.

Niagara convergence enables:

• dynamic dimming control

• occupancy-based automation

• fine-tuned scenes and scheduling

• optimized energy consumption

🏭 Factories and Warehouses – Sustainable Industrial Lighting Control

Robust lighting automation for industrial halls, warehouses, and logistics centers.

elitedim2 is especially beneficial where:

• long distances and many devices are involved

• maintenance simplicity and minimal downtime are critical

• open, vendor-independent solutions are required

  
  

💼 Offices and Workspaces – Intelligent Interactive Environments

Smart workplace solutions where lighting supports comfort, productivity, and space utilization.

Key benefits include:

• zone management

• customizable lighting scenes

• sensor-driven intelligent operation

• simple visual configuration via Niagara.

  
  

🌍 Public Infrastructure – Monitoring Critical Environments

Lighting control for airports, tunnels, metro systems, ports, and other critical infrastructure.

elitedim2 delivers:

• reliable IP-based communication

• scalable architecture

• fast diagnostics and troubleshooting

• unified monitoring as part of the complete BMS

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Conclusion – The Future of Lighting Control is Built on Niagara

elitedim2 is not just a DALI-2 interface.

It elevates lighting control to the level of modern building automation through:

• native Niagara integration

• open standards

• easy installation

• scalable architecture

• vendor independence

• full convergence with the entire BMS ecosystem

For anyone seeking future-proof, open, and fully integrated lighting control, elitedim2 is the solution.

👉 If you are interested in learning more about the elitedim2 solution,

feel free to contact us — we’ll be happy to support your project!

(Source: Leap Info Systems Pvt Ltd, SmartNode Kft, Canva)

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