Product Characteristics

• Function & Purpose:
  The Emergency Light Monitoring System is an intelligent centralized or decentralized control system designed to supervise, test, and maintain emergency and exit lighting throughout a facility. It ensures compliance with life-safety standards by automatically monitoring lamp functionality, battery health, and communication status.
• System Types:
• • Standalone (Self-contained) Systems: Each luminaire includes an integrated self-test module that performs automatic function and duration tests.
  • Centralized (Networked) Systems: All emergency fittings are connected via a DALI, Modbus, or proprietary communication bus to a central monitoring panel or PC-based software for centralized control and reporting.
• Core Components:
• • Emergency luminaires with DALI or addressable control modules
  • Central monitoring controller or software interface
  • Power supply units and communication bus lines
  • Battery monitoring circuits
  • Log and test report generation system
• Key Features:
• • Continuous real-time monitoring of luminaire and battery status
  • Automatic function and duration testing (as per EN 62034 or IEC 62386-202 standards)
  • Fault detection with visual/audible alarms and event logs
  • Centralized control for manual override, system grouping, and testing schedules
  • Data storage for maintenance and audit trail compliance
  • Remote monitoring via Ethernet or BMS integration (BACnet / Modbus / KNX compatible)
  • Touchscreen or web-based interface for intuitive system management
• Compliance Standards:
  Complies with:
• • EN 60598-2-22 (Emergency Lighting Luminaires)
  • EN 62034 / IEC 62034 (Automatic Test Systems for Battery-powered Emergency Escape Lighting)
  • IEC 62386-202 / 303 / 332 (DALI emergency standards)

 Recommendations and Restrictions

Recommendations

• • Ensure system design follows building layout and evacuation plans for optimal coverage.
  • Use DALI or addressable-type emergency luminaires to enable precise monitoring and control.
  • Perform initial commissioning and configuration by certified professionals to ensure reliable operation.
  • Schedule automatic testing (monthly functional and annual duration tests)
  • Integrate the monitoring system with fire alarm and BMS for coordinated emergency response.
  • Maintain recorded logs and reports for regulatory inspection and maintenance planning.
  • Ensure battery maintenance or replacement is done using approved parts recommended by the manufacturer.

Restrictions

• • Do not mix non-addressable emergency luminaires in a monitored loop unless system supports hybrid configuration.
  • Avoid connecting different communication protocols (DALI, Modbus, BACnet) without a certified gateway interface.
  • Do not exceed the maximum bus cable length or device capacity specified by the manufacturer.
  • The system should not be installed in hazardous or explosive areas unless rated for EX or ATEX environments.
  • Avoid installing monitoring controllers in high-temperature, humid, or dusty environments without proper enclosure protection (min. IP40–IP65).
  • Manual override or testing should only be performed by authorized personnel to prevent disruption of emergency readiness.