W I R E L E S S L I G H T I N G C O N T R O L S

WIRELESS LIGHTING CONTROLAll the functionality ever needed throughoutso many applications but without the wires.

SCENE CONTROLMulti-channel lighting control enableschange of mood and function in a space.

SYSTEM INTEGRATIONIntegrate with multi room audio, securitysystems, PC and audio visual controllers.

Our moods are intrinsically linked to lighting and it has been scientificallyproven that sunlight lifts the spirit. Light affects us both physiologicallyand emotionally and can boost or decrease our health and happiness. We cannot control the weather outside but, through our pioneering,modern technology, we can control the interior ambience of your home or business to help create the perfect lighting environment for you. Whether you want to help improve the performance and aesthetics in the workplace or simply enhance the mood and feeling in your home. We can help you achieve anything you desire, in any environment, all at the touch of a button. The only limitations are your own imagination...

LET THERE BE LIGHT

SECURITYSimulate normal occupancy, turn lights onat dusk or send an SMS on the way home.

CONTROL PANELSContemporary range of wireless control panelsto match the functional needs and interior.

DIMMER MODULESModules to suit all load types, simply wired in-linewith the lighting circuit then controlled remotely.

Leading the field in contemporary wireless lighting control technology,Rako offers innovative, simple and cost-effective lighting control solutions.Above all, the system allows quick installation without the mess and hassleof rewiring. With such flexibility the system is suitable for all environments,both residential and commercial, new build or retrofit. The choice ofmodules are designed to cover all types of lighting, from low voltage to fluorescent and the latest generation of LEDs.

CREATE YOUR OWN ENVIRONMENT

SECURITYSimulate normal occupancy, turn lights onat dusk or send an SMS on the way home.

CONTROL PANELSContemporary range of wireless control panelsto match the functional needs and interior.

DIMMER MODULESModules to suit all load types, simply wired in-linewith the lighting circuit then controlled remotely.

SYSTEM INTEGRATIONIntegrate with multi room audio, securitysystems, PC and audio visual controllers.

LOAD TYPESIncandescent, low voltage, cold cathode, LED’s,fluorescent, non-dimmed. Rako has a solution.

CURTAINS/BLINDS & SCREENSAll activated from any of the Rako controllersincluding wall panels, timeclock or SMS.

Leading the field in contemporary wireless lighting control technology,Rako offers innovative, simple and cost-effective lighting control solutions.Above all, the system allows quick installation without the mess and hassleof rewiring. With such flexibility the system is suitable for all environments,both residential and commercial, new build or retrofit. The choice ofmodules are designed to cover all types of lighting, from low voltage to fluorescent and the latest generation of LEDs.

CREATE YOUR OWN ENVIRONMENT

SECURITYSimulate normal occupancy, turn lights onat dusk or send an SMS on the way home.

CONTROL PANELSContemporary range of wireless control panelsto match the functional needs and interior.

DIMMER MODULESModules to suit all load types, simply wired in-linewith the lighting circuit then controlled remotely.

SYSTEM INTEGRATIONIntegrate with multi room audio, securitysystems, PC and audio visual controllers.

LOAD TYPESIncandescent, low voltage, cold cathode, LED’s,fluorescent, non-dimmed. Rako has a solution.

CURTAINS/BLINDS & SCREENSAll activated from any of the Rako controllersincluding wall panels, timeclock or SMS.

WIRELESS LIGHTING CONTROLAll the functionality ever needed throughoutso many applications but without the wires.

SCENE CONTROLMulti-channel lighting control enableschange of mood and function in a space.

SYSTEM INTEGRATIONIntegrate with multi room audio, securitysystems, PC and audio visual controllers.

With carefully chosen light fittings and lamp sources a multi-channellighting scheme can enable the mood and function of a space to bechanged, highlighting features and creating pockets and pools oflight. Scene control dimming allows these new moods to be re-calledat the touch of a button and with the possibility of multi-waycontrol, hand-held remotes and integration with security and audiovisual systems a home moves to a new level of sophistication.

MOOD AMBIENCE F UNCTION

SECURITYSimulate normal occupancy, turn lights onat dusk or send an SMS on the way home.

CONTROL PANELSContemporary range of wireless control panelsto match the functional needs and interior.

DIMMER MODULESModules to suit all load types, simply wired in-linewith the lighting circuit then controlled remotely.

SCREEN CONTROLControl the projection screen fromthe wall panel or Infrared remote

WIRELESS WALL PANELSCan be located anywhere andavailable in a range of finishes to suit the interior design

INFRA RED REMOTE INTERFACEUse universal remotes to control the lighting as well as audio visual devices

CURTAIN/BLIND CONTROLIntegrate curtain control for thecomplete cinema experience

IN-LINE DIMMERSAllows freestanding lamps to becontrolled as part of the system

CEILING DIMMERSOne dimmer for each channel orgroup of lights. Simply choose themodules to suit

WIRELESS LIGHTING CONTROLSAll the functionality ever needed butwithout the wires.

SCENE CONTROLMulti-channel lighting control enableschange of mood and function in a space.

AUDIO VISUAL INTERFACINGComplete the home cinema experience bysetting the lighting scene as the screen lowers.

SCREEN CONTROLControl the projection screen fromthe wall panel or Infrared remote

WIRELESS WALL PANELSCan be located anywhere andavailable in a range of finishes to suit the interior design

INFRA RED REMOTE INTERFACEUse universal remotes to control the lighting as well as audio visual devices

CURTAIN/BLIND CONTROLIntegrate curtain control for thecomplete cinema experience

IN-LINE DIMMERSAllows freestanding lamps to becontrolled as part of the system

CEILING DIMMERSOne dimmer for each channel orgroup of lights. Simply choose themodules to suit

SYSTEM INTEGRATIONIntegrate with multi room audio, securitysystems, PC and audio visual controllers.

LOAD TYPESIncandescent, low voltage, cold cathode, LED’s,fluorescent, non-dimmed. Rako has a solution.

CURTAINS/BLINDS & SCREENSAll activated from any of the Rako controllersincluding wall panels, timeclock or SMS.

MULTI ROOMEven before arrivinghome, create a‘welcome’ scene bysending an SMS textmessage. Have wholehouse control in theentrance hall or maybefrom the bedside.Create scenes for dining,entertaining or simplyrelaxing. Link thelighting to alarmsystems and haveholiday mode simulateoccupancy whilst awayfor added security.Create the ultimatehome theatre experienceby integrating audiovisual system with theroom’s lighting.

RESTAURANTS,PUBS & CLUBSCreating the rightenvironment forguests is essential.Breakfast meetings,lunchtime drinks,evening meal. Usingthe same lighting it ispossible to changethe look and feel of aroom. With a singlepress, recalling apreset scene enablesthe room to subtlychange over a fewminutes, leavingguests settled andstaff able toconcentrate onlooking after them.

HOTEL BEDROOMSFive star hotelbedrooms benefitfrom the sophisticatedeffect of lightingcontrols. Fade lightsup slowly then changethe complete look ofa room at the touchof a button. Havewhole room controlfrom the door entrysystem, the bedsideor even reception.Wireless technologyallows retrofitting soit can be installed inexisting rooms. Addthe practical issues ofreduced energy andmaintenance costsand this becomes anessential option.

GARDENSIt is often said that agarden should betreated as anotherroom in the house. So,why not extend thelighting controlconcept too? Changethe look of a garden,enjoy an alfresco mealor evening party... Byincorporating colourchange lighting, thegarden can becomemore interesting andfun for guests. With norequirement to runseparate lightingcircuits around thegarden, adding lightingcontrols to a landscapeis a simple process.

RETAILGood lighting designand use of the mostappropriate light sourcesto maximize impactcannot beunderestimated.Optimising this by theuse of lighting controlscan give the edge. Byincorporating a controlsystem, the lighting canchange throughout theday or even out ofbusiness hours, catchingthe eye with a littlemovement without theneed for staffsupervision. Energysavings and lamp lifeextension reducerunning andmaintenance costs.

MARINELuxury yachts demandluxury features. Havescene control in themain saloon forentertaining or maybea movie. Set the moodin the master suite orguest cabins. Changethe exterior lights towelcome upon arrival.Individual areas orwhole yacht control canbe achieved andbecause the system iswireless, installationtimes and costs areminimized. Both12/24V and 230Vsystems are catered for,please ask for Rako’smarine brochure forfurther details.

Whatever the application, Rako has a solution. The carefully planned, modularsystem architecture allows designers and users to develop a system to suit any need.Create a lighting design, select the appropriate modules or racks, then decide how tocontrol them, all with the knowledge that should the requirements change or extralighting circuits be added then it can be achieved without massive disruption.

YOUR IDEAS HAVE NO LIMITS

SECURITYSimulate normal occupancy, turn lights onat dusk or send an SMS on the way home.

CONTROL PANELSContemporary range of wireless control panelsto match the functional needs and interior.

DIMMER MODULESModules for all load types, simply wired in-linewith the lighting circuit then controlled remotely.

RACK OPTIONSInnovative new wireless rack solution for whenwiring lighting circuits to a central position.

ACCESSORIESFor the ultimate in flexibility, choose fromRako’s wide range of modular accessories.

SOFTWAREIntuitive RASOFT software allows wirelessconfiguration and programming of the system.

AUDIO VISUALINTERFACINGFor the complete homecinema experience, simplypress a button to see thescreen come down, thelights dim and the filmbegin. From simplecontrol by infraredremote control toprogrammable macros ina multi function handheld or high end audiovisual and multi roomaudio systems.

SYSTEM INTEGRATIONRako offers solutions forintegration at all levels.Simple mechanicalintegration avoidsmultiple wall panels bycombining lightingcontrol and multi roomaudio. Volt-free contactclosures link to securitysystems, infrared to RFand bi-directional RS232interfacing allows PCbased systems and audiovisual controllers tocommunicate with theRako network.

LOAD TYPESThere are so many lightsources now available butRako provides modules tosuit all load typesincluding incandescent,low voltage, LEDs, colourchangers, cold cathode,fluorescent and non-dimmed loads. Be asadventurous as you wishin the lighting design,and then choose thewireless modules to suit!

CURTAINS/BLINDS,SCREENSIntegrate the control ofcurtains, blinds andscreens into one singlewall panel. The RACUBmodule takes care of themotor switching and canbe activated from any ofthe Rako controllersincluding the wall panels,time clock, SMS andRS232 modules.

SECURITYLink the system to asecurity alarm to bringthe lights on in the eventof activation. Turn lightson automatically at dusk,program a sequence or letthe timeclock replaynormal occupancy usingthe MB1 timeclockmodule. Alternativelysend an SMS textmessage to turn lights onwhen away or whenarriving home from workon those dark nights.

Rako understands the importance of making its system open to others, enablingseamless integration between various building systems, whether it is simply a TV/Hi-Fi infrared remote, the more advanced hand held multi-function touch screens, orcomplete audio visual and multi room audio systems. Gate entry and securitysystems can also be integrated with the lighting system, switching lights whenreturning home or simply for security purposes.

SPEAKS YOUR LANGUAGE

Rako uses the latest technology and is continually developing and adding to its rangeof high tech wireless products to keep pace with changing styles, lamp types and thelatest systems to integrate with. Most importantly Rako focuses on keepinginstallation and set up as simple as possible.

TECHNOLOGICALLY ADVANCED

CONTROL PANELSChoose from the range ofcontemporary wirelesscontrol panels to matchfunctional needs and theinterior. Surface or flushmounting options have nonecessity for back-boxes orwires of any sort. Availablein a wide range of standardfinishes including brushedand polished stainless steelwith special finishesavailable to order. Controlup to 15 channels perroom with over 65,000possible room addresses.

DIMMER MODULESRako has a module to suitall load types. The Rakomodules simply wire in-line with the lightingcircuit and can be locatedin ceiling voids and fittedthrough a standarddown-light cut out.Modules can be wired in-line and plugged intoyour nearest socket.Simply choose themodule to suit loadpower and type.

RACK OPTIONSWhen it is necessary towire back to one location,or for larger installations,choose Rako’s new rackoption. With aninnovative clip-togethermechanism one can mixand match modules –providing from 4 to16channels per rack withone central radio receiverlocated anywhere in thebuilding.

ACCESSORIESFor the ultimate inflexibility, choose fromRako’s range of modularaccessories: hand heldremote, single and bi-directional RS232interface, infrared to RFconverter, SMS textreceiver, 100m booster,DMX512 driver, partitionmodule, volt-freeinterface, curtain/blindcontroller, Living Controlgateway and timeclock.

SOFTWAREThe intuitive RASOFTsoftware allowsconfiguration andprogramming of a systemwithout wires. Programmea whole home creatingnew rooms as you go,setting scenes and maybechanging fade rates.Many advanced featuresare also available,including room groupingto facilitate mastercontrollers.

GARDENSExtend mood lighting to the garden. Changethe ambience for an alfresco meal or party.

RETAILOptimise the lighting scheme with a control system.Introduce light changes throughout the day and night.

MARINE Luxury yachts demand luxury features. Have scene controlin the main saloon for entertaining or maybe a movie.

MULTI ROOMWhole house control from the entrance hall orbedside. Simulate occupancy whilst away.

RESTAURANTS, PUBS & CLUBSSet the lighting scene for breakfast meetings, lunchtimedrinks or evening meal at the touch of a button.

HOTEL BEDROOMSFive star hotel bedrooms benefit with thesophisticated effects of lighting control.

AUDIO VISUALINTERFACINGFor the complete homecinema experience, simplypress a button to see thescreen come down, thelights dim and the filmbegin. From simplecontrol by infraredremote control toprogrammable macros ina multi function handheld or high end audiovisual and multi roomaudio systems.

SYSTEM INTEGRATIONRako offers solutions forintegration at all levels.Simple mechanicalintegration avoidsmultiple wall panels bycombining lightingcontrol and multi roomaudio. Volt-free contactclosures link to securitysystems, infrared to RFand bi-directional RS232interfacing allows PCbased systems and audiovisual controllers tocommunicate with theRako network.

LOAD TYPESThere are so many lightsources now available butRako provides modules tosuit all load typesincluding incandescent,low voltage, LEDs, colourchangers, cold cathode,fluorescent and non-dimmed loads. Be asadventurous as you wishin the lighting design,and then choose thewireless modules to suit!

CURTAINS/BLINDS,SCREENSIntegrate the control ofcurtains, blinds andscreens into one singlewall panel. The RACUBmodule takes care of themotor switching and canbe activated from any ofthe Rako controllersincluding the wall panels,time clock, SMS andRS232 modules.

SECURITYLink the system to asecurity alarm to bringthe lights on in the eventof activation. Turn lightson automatically at dusk,program a sequence or letthe timeclock replaynormal occupancy usingthe MB1 timeclockmodule. Alternativelysend an SMS textmessage to turn lights onwhen away or whenarriving home from workon those dark nights.

Rako understands the importance of making its system open to others, enablingseamless integration between various building systems, whether it is simply a TV/Hi-Fi infrared remote, the more advanced hand held multi-function touch screens, orcomplete audio visual and multi room audio systems. Gate entry and securitysystems can also be integrated with the lighting system, switching lights whenreturning home or simply for security purposes.

SPEAKS YOUR LANGUAGE

Rako uses the latest technology and is continually developing and adding to its rangeof high tech wireless products to keep pace with changing styles, lamp types and thelatest systems to integrate with. Most importantly Rako focuses on keepinginstallation and set up as simple as possible.

TECHNOLOGICALLY ADVANCED

CONTROL PANELSChoose from the range ofcontemporary wirelesscontrol panels to matchfunctional needs and theinterior. Surface or flushmounting options have nonecessity for back-boxes orwires of any sort. Availablein a wide range of standardfinishes including brushedand polished stainless steelwith special finishesavailable to order. Controlup to 15 channels perroom with over 65,000possible room addresses.

DIMMER MODULESRako has a module to suitall load types. The Rakomodules simply wire in-line with the lightingcircuit and can be locatedin ceiling voids and fittedthrough a standarddown-light cut out.Modules can be wired in-line and plugged intoyour nearest socket.Simply choose themodule to suit loadpower and type.

RACK OPTIONSWhen it is necessary towire back to one location,or for larger installations,choose Rako’s new rackoption. With aninnovative clip-togethermechanism one can mixand match modules –providing from 4 to16channels per rack withone central radio receiverlocated anywhere in thebuilding.

ACCESSORIESFor the ultimate inflexibility, choose fromRako’s range of modularaccessories: hand heldremote, single and bi-directional RS232interface, infrared to RFconverter, SMS textreceiver, 100m booster,DMX512 driver, partitionmodule, volt-freeinterface, curtain/blindcontroller, Living Controlgateway and timeclock.

SOFTWAREThe intuitive RASOFTsoftware allowsconfiguration andprogramming of a systemwithout wires. Programmea whole home creatingnew rooms as you go,setting scenes and maybechanging fade rates.Many advanced featuresare also available,including room groupingto facilitate mastercontrollers.

GARDENSExtend mood lighting to the garden. Changethe ambience for an alfresco meal or party.

RETAILOptimise the lighting scheme with a control system.Introduce light changes throughout the day and night.

MARINE Luxury yachts demand luxury features. Have scene controlin the main saloon for entertaining or maybe a movie.

MULTI ROOMWhole house control from the entrance hall orbedside. Simulate occupancy whilst away.

RESTAURANTS, PUBS & CLUBSSet the lighting scene for breakfast meetings, lunchtimedrinks or evening meal at the touch of a button.

HOTEL BEDROOMSFive star hotel bedrooms benefit with thesophisticated effects of lighting control.

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Telephone 0870 043 3905 Fax 0870 0

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E-mail sales@rakocontrols.com www.rakocontrols.com

E-mail sales@rakocontrols.com www.rakocontrols.com