Products in this category are listed below this introduction.

Why wireless lighting control?
Many Lighting industry professionals believe that Wireless Lighting Control is the future of the Lighting industry, offering the potential for huge cost savings as well as increased convenience; think Wireless phones relative to land line phones to get a sense of the transformative potential of Wireless Lighting Control.

Water feature control

Situation
    * To be able to control a water feature from a location within the nearby building.
    * The problem: no easy way to get wires from the pump to the inside of the building.

Solution
    * Wireless switches were mounted on the surface of the wall in the building in several locations
    * No cutting into walls or floor required
    * No need to install wires or conduit.
    * A relay receiver was installed in the weather-proof, plastic wiring box near the pump.

Under cabinet lighting control

Situation
    * To add under cabinet lights to the home after the kitchen has been built
    * Unfortunately, running wires to a new switch is not a practical solution.

Solution
    * Wireless switches, and relays will solve the situation
    * The lighting can then be controlled from several locations throughout the kitchen.
    * The switches can be placed on the walls, without cutting into them.

Security

Situation
    * Indoor & outdoor lighting is off on arrival after dark
    * Potential target for criminals, hiding in the dark awaiting your arrival

Solution
    * Control garage, gate, indoor and outdoor lighting with A Key Ring remote
    * Switch lighting on from the safety of your vehicle
    * Lighting will deter criminals

Standard lighting control

Situation
    * Switch locations require costly wiring and labour
    * Placement of switches can be limited
    * Conventional lighting control isn’t flexible

Solution
    * Reduce material costs using wireless light switches
    * Placement of switches made easy
    * Multiple switching made easy
    * Scene versatility added with wireless control

Theatre room control

Situation
    * A homeowner wanted to control their motorized home theater
    * screen and lighting from the same device
    * The control had to be a two way system
    * Different scenes were also required

Solution
    * A motor relay was used for the screen and multiple dimmers for the different lighting circuits
    * The user can control the screen and lighting using their hand-held remote and scene pads

Multi way switching

Situation
    * Switch locations require difficult costly wiring
    * No flexibility in placement of switches
    * Can't configure which lights are switched together

Solution
    * Reduce material costs using wireless light switches
    * Placement of switches made easy
    * Switches are able to control multiple lighting circuits

Landscape lighting control

Situation
    * To be able to control the new landscape lighting from the entrance and main bedroom
    * The problem: landscape lighting was installed after the building was built, and  there was not an easy way to install new wires to the desired switch locations.

Solution
    * Wireless switch’s were installed in the main bedroom and the front entrance
    * A day light level sensor was installed to switch on lights, when not manually switched
    * Relays were installed to control the garden lights

Agricultural pump control

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Situation
    * An irrigation system needs to be started and stopped from a distance
    * The control system needed to be controlled manually and automatically
    * Running wires to the control locations will be very expensive and time consuming
    * Prown to lightning damage

Solution
    * Wireless controls and PC modem add additional control locations to the existing motor
    * Using wireless controls eliminates the need to use costly construction materials
    * Doesn’t require ongoing maintenance and can be installed virtually anywhere
    * PC allows for timer and automatic control

Industrial control

Situation
    * A 3-phase motor needs to be started and stopped from multiple locations within a plant
    * The control system needed to interface with the existing magnetic starter
    * Running wires to the additional control locations will be expensive and time consuming

Solution
    * Wireless controls add additional control locations to the existing motor
    * Using wireless controls eliminates the need to use costly construction materials
    * Doesn’t require ongoing maintenance and can be installed virtually anywhere.

Geyser control

Situation
    * Multiple geysers need to be controlled from one location
    * Running wires from the units to the control location will be expensive and time consuming

Solution
    * A wireless switch and multiple relays can be used
    * Using wireless controls eliminates the need to use costly construction materials
    * Allows for flexible easy control

Restaurant & night club lighting control

Situation
    * Switch locations require difficult costly wiring
    * No flexibility in placement of switches
    * Can't configure which lights are switched together

Solution
    * Reduce material costs using wireless light switches
    * Placement of switches made easy
    * Switches are able to control multiple lighting circuits
    * Multiple scenes can be activated from scene pads and remote control

Yacht and dock control

Situation
    * To be able to turn the dock lighting on and off from the yacht, making departures and arrivals at night safer.
    * To be able to control lighting on the yacht from multiple points

Solution
    * A relay can be connected to the light fixture on the dock
    * Dimmers aboard the yacht
    * Wireless key ring remote control allows the captain or occupants of the ship to safely control the dock lights while aboard
    * Wireless light switches can be installed in the yacht to allow for multi way switching

Office energy saving

Situation
    * Lighting being left on in unoccupied areas
    * Unnecessary energy wastage
    * Lighting in boardrooms needs to be dimmed down and up for presentations
    * Existing controls are in an inconvenient location

Solution
    * Wireless occupancy sensors turn lighting on when occupancy is detected and of when areas are unoccupied again
    * Minimize energy waste and maximize benefit of energy used
    * Remote allows for control of lighting from any point in boardroom

Frequently asked questions
Q. What is the signal range of the devices ?

A. The Qwik-Switch wireless system is capable of working in excess of 30m through walls and floors.Signal Repeaters are available for larger distances.

Q. How long do the battery's last ?

A. Qwik-Switch transmitters use standard batteries, these will last over 2 years dependant on usage.

Q. Do I need a Qwik-Switch Receiver per down-light ?

A. No, the dimmer model can power up to 6 down-lights (300W) and the switch model can power up to 20 down-lights (1000W). Contact us for larger load requirements.

Q. Can one button on my Qwik-Switch transmitter control several light circuits?

A. Yes, one or many Qwik-Switch receivers can be linked to operate off a single transmitter button. See the linking page…….

Q. Can I place a Qwik-Switch switch-plate in my bathroom ?

A. Yes, because its wireless and battery powered its safe to place in your bathroom.

Q. Does Qwik-Switch require any wiring?

A. Qwik-Switch switch plates require no wiring, but the Qwik-Switch receiver and your light circuit still require wire for power.

Q. How can Qwik-Switch enhance my security?

A. Light up your home and front entrance from the security of your car with the press of one button on your keyring remote. Controlling your lighting from anywhere within a secure environment allows you to have the upper-hand.

Q. Can I switch my lighting circuit from multiple places?

A. Yes, Qwik-Switch receivers can be linked to respond to multiple transmitters. Now you can place a switch at the top and the bottom of the stairs or entrance and exit of a passageway and these can both control the same light without any additional wiring. See the linked page…….

Q. How do I mount my Qwik-Switch transmitter plate?

A. Transmitter plates may simply be double side taped to most surfaces.  For more permanent mounting, remove the outer cover and  mount using the two screw holes provided. See installation guide………

Q. What is a Scene?

A. A scene is a quick way of setting a group of lights to your favourite levels with one button press, e.g Climb into bed and press "Sleep" ...this sets all your inside lighting to your desired levels and turns outside security lighting on.With a Qwik-Switch ScenePad you can create the scenes you want to simplify your lifestyle...e.g "Leave","Arrive","Movie","Entertain"..etc

Q. Where would I use it?

A. Qwik-Switch may be used in a wide variety of applications, from a single lighting circuit to your whole home. Energy-wise lighting, building remodelling and retro-fit projects can now be completed quickly and effectively without all the wiring hassles.Qwik-Switch is the best solution for any installation where running wires is difficult or expensive.Virtually anything that turns off and on can be controlled by Qwik-Switch products.

Q. How does it work?

A. Qwik-Switch products work using digital radio communications (868Mhz) .

Q. Can my TV remote work with Qwik-Switch?

A. No, Qwik-Switch products communicate using radio frequencies whereas normal remote controls use Inrfa-Red.

Q. What warrantee do I have on my Qwik-Switch system ?

A. All Qwik-Switch products carry a two year warranty against material defects and workmanship.

Q. Is Qwik-Switch locally supported ?

A. Qwik-Switch products are proudly designed and manufactured in South Africa by Wi-Lite