Lamps with a motion sensor: how they work, how to connect + TOP of the best manufacturers

Sensor device TDM DDM-01

Open the sensor case. As usual, such devices are assembled with latches and a couple of screws.

This antenna in the middle is exactly the same emitting and receiving element.

View from a different angle, on the power relay.It is this relay that burns out if the sensor is connected incorrectly:

As you can see in the photo, only three wires come to the microwave module. Apparently, this is quite enough for its functioning. Raise the module

and see under it the capacitor of the power circuit. There are no inscriptions on the microwave module itself, except for the date at the top.

Photo of the printed circuit board from the soldering side:

Famous manufacturers

The industrial process of manufacturing new types of lighting devices, more reliable, improved, bright and economical, has been launched in Russia for a long time. Now light bulbs, albeit with a motion sensor, albeit without them, you can buy domestic production, and not order imported ones, so that later you can overpay three times more for them. Russian options are much cheaper, and the quality is no worse than European ones.

Some of the leading manufacturers that produce products for the trade of LED devices with touch equipment:

• ASD (ASD), Russia;
• Uniel, Russia;
• Cosmos, Russia;
• Feron, Russia;
• Jazz Way, China;
• Osram, Germany;
• Cree, America;
• Gauss, China;
• Philips, the Netherlands, etc.

Many manufacturers use key elements in the technological process that were supplied from abroad. For example, at ASD, almost all such products contain diodes made in European countries. Others find it more convenient to cooperate with Japan, Korea, and China.

LED lamps with motion sensor

The most common light bulbs today that have a motion sensor are LED lamps. Their main advantages are:

• Resistance to wear with frequent activation of the motion sensor;
• Low power consumption;
• Increased service life compared to conventional LED lamps without a motion sensor;
• Do not cause network congestion when turned on;
• In some models there is a constant standby backlight;
• Do not contain substances harmful and toxic to humans and nature.

According to the color of the radiation, LED lamps are divided into 4 types:

• White - for street lighting;
• Neutral white - designed to illuminate industrial premises;
• Yellow - emit a warm light and are suitable for installation in an apartment or a private house instead of conventional incandescent lamps;
• Multi-colored - for decorative lighting.

At the heart of LED lamps is a matrix with powerful LEDs operating at low voltage. To obtain a diffused fill light, the lamp provides for the installation of an optical diffuser that covers the matrix with LEDs. LEDs tend to heat up during operation, so a special cooling radiator is installed in LED lamps, which removes excess heat.

It is necessary to install an LED lamp with a motion sensor at a height of at least 2 m from the floor level, preferably on the ceiling, because when the lamp is installed on the wall, the viewing angle of the sensor is halved.

When selecting the installation location, it is necessary to take into account the reasons leading to false alarms of the sensor:

• The presence of nearby heating radiators, air conditioners, fans;
• Vibrations of tree branches, and other factors that can trigger the sensor.

All light sources of the same types have a standard base size E27, and emit cold light, while their power may be less than that of some conventional lamps by 10 times, which, however, does not affect the intensity of the glow.Most of these lamps have a light indicator, due to which the lamp will not turn on during daylight hours.

The main characteristics of LED lamps with built-in motion sensor are:

• No noise when the motion sensor is triggered;
• Glow brightness;
• Temperature range of light 5700-6300K;
• Operating temperatures from -20 to +50°C;
• Low power - for example, a 5W LED lamp can easily replace a conventional 60W incandescent lamp;
• Minimum supply voltage 180V, maximum 240V;
• Increased service life.

The main characteristic of any light source is the brightness of the glow, the unit of measurement of which is considered to be Lumens. By knowing the values ​​of the unit of measurement for brightness, it is possible to calculate the efficiency of various lamps. For example, a conventional 100 W incandescent lamp has a brightness of 1300 Lumens. An incandescent lamp emits light in a wide range of frequencies, most of which does not fall into the spectrum visible to the human eye. The radiation of LED lamps is almost completely in the visible spectrum, so there are no losses for useless glow. So, a 10 W LED lamp is capable of emitting light with a brightness of 1000-1300 Lumens. Thus, the LED lamp consumes 10 times less energy compared to a conventional incandescent lamp, and shines with the same brightness. With several lamps on, the savings on electricity bills are very significant.

Where should you not install a lamp with a motion detector?

There are a number of restrictions on the installation locations of lamps with motion detection, in which the probability of frequent false positives of the device approaches 100%. Lamps are not recommended to be installed:

• Near heating pipes and air conditioners - exposure to positive and negative temperatures;
• In places of frequent passage of transport - heat from engines;
• Next to fans and trees are moving blades and swaying branches;
• In areas with electromagnetic interference.

When mounted on the ceiling, the viewing angle of the sensor will be 360°, which will provide 100% coverage of the entire area of ​​the room. When installing a lamp with a motion sensor on the wall, the viewing angle is reduced to 120-180°.

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Device, materials of manufacture and marking

Unlike halogen or other types of devices, LEDs do not have internal dimming (power switching). To change the electrical voltage at the input, another part is used - the “driver”. With the help of such a power supply, the power supply to the point is leveled, from which the device lasts longer, because it is protected from the risks of breakage due to sudden voltage drops. But besides this, they also perform the function of a direct switch - the connection between the diode and the motion sensor.

The composition of the parts in the design:

• diffuser;
• Light-emitting diode;
• radiator;
• driver;
• plinth;
• insulating pads.

Production materials:

• plastic, epoxy or reinforced heat-resistant glass is used for the diffuser;
• for the radiator - aluminum, copper;
• points of light energy - semiconductor crystal;
• radiator housings - plastic, aluminum;
• plinth - metal;
• insulation - silicone.

The role of the diffuser is performed by a lens or bulb, depending on the design.It may be domed, may be flat or otherwise shaped. The radiator most often serves at the same time as the base for the bulb, so it sometimes has fasteners or a threaded ring for connection to the diffuser

Plinths come in different diameters and fit different cartridges, which is important for the place of use (for example, to improve the entrance to the office, administrative building)

Marking shows several parameters at once. For example, we give the following designations that can be found on the base:

• 150W - this is how watts, power are marked;
• E27 - base size number;
• 4000L - flux value (the more, the brighter the radiation and the farther the beam goes);
• 5500K - the value of the glow temperature that affects the color;
• 220V - what should be the voltage in the network for optimal operation.

Design and principle of operation

Unlike devices with a remote automation unit, LED-based bulbs are equipped with a built-in sensor for quick response to any movement within the range. Thanks to their compact design, they fit into a standard cartridge - E27. Versions with a motion sensor emit cold white light, and their power can be 10 times less than that of some other varieties, however, this does not affect the intensity of the glow.

After switching on, the LED lamp will turn off only if there are no moving objects in the working area. With good illumination of the area near the house, such a device will not turn on at all. Another characteristic of such light sources is the absence of a noise effect, which usually distinguishes remote motion and light sensors.

Model design with sensor

Main characteristics:

• supply voltage - up to 240 V, and the minimum allowable decrease in the value of this parameter is 180 V;
• the power of the device - usually it is small, for example, a 5 W version can replace a 60 W incandescent lamp;
• duration of work after turning on the light;
• the type of cartridge used in the design (E27);
• operating temperature range (from -20 to +45 degrees);
• light temperature (5 700-6 300 K);
• actuation angle;
• range of action;
• the number of provided LED light sources in one lamp;
• life time.

In addition, LED lamps are also characterized by the level of illumination at which they turn on.

What are the types

Types of lamps can be divided into several categories.

According to the type of installation, fixtures can be of the following types:

• invoices;
• embedded;
• console;
• ceiling.

In terms of power, devices based on super-bright diodes with a motion sensor are not inferior to luminaires for stretch ceilings, as well as overhead LED luminaires.

According to the device of the light source there are:

• infrared. The most popular models. The principle of operation is based on the detection of changes in ambient temperature. Only under this condition will the device be able to turn on. Given that a person tends to emit infrared light, there is no possibility of a false alarm.
• Microwave. The method of operation is in many ways similar to the ultrasonic type. Only in this variety, the sensor recognizes the fluctuation of radio waves. During the interruption of the wave, the contact closes, thereby lighting the light. Works well both outside and in the porches.
• Ultrasonic. Most often they are used to create light outside.The device turns on due to the detection of sound by the sensor. Also good for entryways and front doors.
• Combined. This type of lamp has several sensors at the same time. This, accordingly, improves the characteristics of the device, which increases its level of efficiency in use. Now it is actively gaining popularity and is gradually replacing infrared models.

Examples of sound sensor models for lighting

Consider not only ordinary sound sensors and standard sizes, but also specific ones, for example, nightlights, light bulbs with built-in electronic filling.

ASO-208

Inexpensive model (300–400 rubles) of a Belarusian manufacturer. Suitable for stairs. Controlled power for different lamps is written on the case. The sensitivity of the microphone is adjusted with a screwdriver or similar. At the maximum level, it will even react to the ringing of keys.

This is a noise version without an adjustable delay relay, that is, the duration before switching off cannot be changed, it is 1 minute. after recognizing the last sound. Despite this minus, the model is one of the highest quality for not particularly difficult purposes, for example, for entrances, public corridors.

Relay (staircase automatic) EV-01

Noise controller of the Russian brand Relay and Automation LLC. Cheap - 300-400 rubles, a relative disadvantage is the supported power - up to 60 W, however, for most cases this is enough, especially when you consider that economical light bulbs with low energy consumption are now more often used.

The device with basic functions, the relay is not adjustable, the built-in delay is 50 seconds, the monitoring radius is 5 m.The sensitivity of the microphone is not adjustable, but for rooms such as entrances, stairwells, corridors, this is not particularly required. Advantages: there is a photocell that turns on the device only for dark time. But its sensitivity is also not adjustable, so you need to choose places so that there is no light, for example, street lamps.

Joying Liang

There are many decent cheap acoustic relays on Aliexpress, Joying Liang is one of them. It costs only about 270 rubles. Controls loads up to 60 W, delay - 40-50 sec. There is no microphone and light sensor adjustment.

Light bulbs with sound sensor

Lighting devices with a built-in acoustic switch are convenient, since there is no need to deal with a separate installation of the sensor. One of the standard sizes is a light bulb with such an electronic filling. The product is no different in appearance from a conventional LED housekeeper. The cost is 250–300 rubles.

Example of a standard bulb E27, 9W (60W incandescent equivalent), LED with audible remote switch:

• feature: there is not only a sound sensor, but also light;
• range of detectors - 3–8 m;
• sensitivity - 50 dB;
• delay - 30 sec.

Minus: the sensitivity of the sensor and microphone is not adjustable.

ANBLUB

The product from the ANBLUB brand is practical for certain conditions. The sound sensor is made inside the base (cartridge), that is, you just need to screw it in, and then the light bulb.

Options:

• unregulated light sensor (works only in the dark) and sound;
• responds to noise 45-50 dB (clap, loud cough);
• delay 45 sec.;
• plinth E27/E26 (universal);
• for a load of 25 W, i.e. a product for economical LED light bulbs.

Lincoiah

Model with terminals hidden under the cover, the wires are already there and brought out for connection to the circuit.

Options:

• delay 45 sec.;
• response frequency range 50-70 dB;
• controlled load - 60 W;
• there is a sleep mode when it is light, that is, a light level detector is also mounted;
• not adjustable.

Night light with noise sensor

Sound detectors can be mounted in any devices with an electrical circuit. One example is a night light from Aliexpress.

Options:

• with power supply ≤ 36 V, extremely low consumption - 0.5 W, 32 mA;
• 10 modes;
• sleep mode during daylight hours;
• covers 150° (wide angle), range 3-6 m.

Sets of auto light switches with different sensors

An example of a kit with an acoustic relay, a motion sensor:

• switch-controller (delay relay);
• sound detector;
• photosensor;
• PIR sensor, aka motion sensor.

Advantages and disadvantages

The positive qualities of LED bulbs equipped with a motion sensor include:

• connection of light without direct impact on switching devices;
• installation in any lamp, since a conventional base is used;
• excellent performance of LED bulbs;
• the ability to operate the motion sensor in standalone mode (without connecting to the mains);
• to connect the sensor, there is no need for deep knowledge of electrical engineering;
• the ability to connect without making changes to the interior of the room;
• economical energy consumption, since lighting does not work in vain;
• LED bulbs remain operational for 40 - 50 thousand hours;
• affordable prices (a lamp with a sensor is not much more expensive than a standard LED lamp).

This type of system also has disadvantages.The first is associated with false positives, which is explained by the high sensitivity of the device. If a lamp with a sensor is selected for a house where there are not only people, but also pets, it is recommended to purchase a special sensor. Such a device is used to protect against false positives. The device is designed to analyze information in order to prevent triggering on the movements of relatively small objects.

Not very high-quality products quickly come into disrepair. Repair of such devices is quite a costly undertaking.

Another disadvantage of lamps with sensors is that in the event of a strong wind, the lamp will burn without turning off. The situation will change only when the wind subsides.

There are some restrictions for mounting light bulbs with a motion detector. Do not install such devices in the following places:

• heating systems and air conditioners;
• areas where transport passes nearby;
• close to fans and trees (in both cases we are talking about moving elements - blades or branches);
• where there is electromagnetic interference.

Note! If you put the sensor on the ceiling, the viewing angle will be 360 ​​degrees, which will completely cover the entire room. If you place a lamp with a detector on the wall, the viewing angle will decrease to 120 - 180 degrees

Tips for using the device

You should think about the risks of negative impact factors even before purchasing the device, evaluating in advance the degree of protection of the case

But even during operation, it is important not to forget about protecting the sensitive element from third-party influence.The most destructive is the climate control equipment

The area of ​​the working coverage of the sensor must be freed from all kinds of heaters, dehumidifiers, ionizers and fans. Such devices will not only lead to incorrect reactions of the lamp, but will also cause a short circuit with overloads in the network. If you plan to install light bulbs with a motion sensor in the entrance, then it will not be out of place to think about anti-vandal protection.

There are also multifunctional models with video cameras in the case. Lighting devices of this type solve several problems at once, eliminating the need for a separate installation of a video surveillance system.

The best hidden motion sensors

Such models are small in size and easy to install. They are invisible to the eyes of others, can be used for security purposes or for comfortable use of electrical appliances.

Orbis OB133512

4.9

★★★★★
editorial score

96%
buyers recommend this product

The sensor is built into the ceiling, from where it is able to monitor a wide area of ​​space. He is not afraid of operation in conditions of negative temperature. Sensitivity can be adjusted depending on the level of illumination in the range of 5-3000 lux.

The detection angle is 360°, the switching power is 2000 W. The device is powered by a separate unit included in the package. The user has the ability to set the device deactivation time. The sensor is equipped with an LED indication that notifies the owner of the operating status.

Advantages:

• convenient setting;
• own power supply;
• wide viewing angle;
• heat resistance.

Flaws:

high price.

Orbis OB133512 functions stably in unheated rooms.Reliable solution for automatic control of household electrical appliances.

Navigator NS-IRM09-WH

4.9

★★★★★
editorial score

94%
buyers recommend this product

The model has an adjustable threshold depending on the level of illumination. This allows you to set the sensor for day or night operation. The body of the sensor is made of plastic and meets the IP65 protection class, which ensures stable operation at high levels of humidity and dust.

The horizontal detection angle is 360°, the range is 8 meters. The device is characterized by low power consumption and is resistant to extreme temperatures. The user can also change the sensitivity and the time before turning on the load.

Advantages:

• heat resistance;
• high class of protection;
• flexible setting;
• wide viewing angle;
• low price.

Flaws:

complex installation.

Navigator NS-IRM09-WH is installed under plaster on the ceiling or wall. The sensor is designed for automatic power control of electrical appliances.

TDM Electric DDSK-01

4.8

★★★★★
editorial score

89%
buyers recommend this product

The body of the model is made of non-flammable plastic. Installation does not require special tools and is carried out using self-tapping screws and dowels.

The response threshold is adjustable depending on the level of illumination. For more economical use, it is possible to set the time for the sensor to turn off after a trigger.

The device has a load power of 800 W and a detection range of 6 m. The sensor can be hidden under the ceiling, built into the luminaire housing or wall. The device uses an electromechanical relay as a switching element. The viewing angle when installed from above reaches 360 degrees.

Advantages:

• compactness;
• ease of installation;
• flexible setting;
• wide viewing angle;
• low price.

Flaws:

low load power.

DDSK-01 will be useful in a private house or apartment. An economical choice for installation in a small area.

REV DDV-3

4.8

★★★★★
editorial score

87%
buyers recommend this product

The model can be mounted on a ceiling or vertical surface at a height of up to 2.5 m. The wide detection angle guarantees control in all directions. The sensor is able to respond to the current illumination - in the "Moon" mode, it is triggered when its level drops below 3 lux.

The maximum range is 6 meters, the power allowed for connection is 1200 watts. The operating temperature range from -20 to +40 °C contributes to the stable operation of the device in unheated rooms. The detection distance and delay before shutdown are adjustable.

Advantages:

• simple installation;
• wide viewing angle;
• illumination level control;
• fairly wide temperature range;
• affordable price.

Flaws:

long delay before triggering.

REV DDV-3 can be installed in a stairwell or closet. A good choice for residents of high-rise buildings.

Kinds

The main task of a lamp with a built-in motion sensor is to illuminate streets, basements and driveways. But man has found a use for them at home. They can roughly be divided into four main types:

* Energy-saving lamps with DD are an excellent lighting device that allows you to reduce electricity consumption. In addition, the lamps have a unique light output, serve for a long time.

Widely used in industrial enterprises.For example, an incandescent lamp will need to be changed several times more often than an energy-saving lamp with energy savings (approximately 80%).

The main advantages of an economical lamp are: fast / smooth switching on without flickering, uniform luminous flux, the lamp is not hot to the touch. If you follow all the rules of operation, the lamp will last a long time.

Switching on / off should not be frequent so that the service life is long. Scope of application - stair and corridor spaces, industrial hangars and utility rooms.

* An LED lamp is considered the most economical lighting fixture if it is also equipped with a motion sensor. With the help of a dimmer, you can adjust the intensity of the glow or prevent false positives.

DD can significantly reduce the consumption of electrical energy. Why? Because only one sensor can be installed on a network of lamps, installation will not be time-consuming.

The shade of the glow of the LED lamp has four colors:

- white, the lamp is designed to illuminate the street; - white muted, the lamp is used to illuminate industrial premises; - yellow, the lamp is used for home lighting; - different colors, the lamp is used as a decorative finish.

* Lamps with fluorescent glow are energy-saving, have a complex production technology (spiral and U - shaped). We can say that they are also expensive, but during operation they will meet all expectations. Found wide application in rooms with a large area.

Searchlights with an electronic unit are used to illuminate warehouse and hangar enterprises. Fluorescent lamps are perfect for installing a sensor with frequent on / off.

The only drawback is the presence of mercury in the composition; it is impossible to dispose of such a lamp on your own (there are special containers). Models are already being developed that will use a special alloy instead of mercury.

* Lamps with halogen glow, they have a special brightness, a variety of colors, have an accurate direction to the subject. Compared to the above lamps, they cannot be called economical in terms of electricity.

Halogen lamps are divided according to the mounting method: horizontal and vertical. Most often, lamps with a motion sensor are installed in the yards of the house. They are highly resistant to shock, and due to their brightness are considered rational. The effectiveness of the glow makes it possible to clearly see the object, which will allow you to quickly react in a given situation.

Miniature samples of capsule-type halogen lamps have been developed. They are built into the surface of the ceiling as decorative lamps or used as furniture lighting.

The halogen is not afraid of power surges, it always works perfectly, improved developments appear every year. It goes well with any kind of DD. They are called reliable and environmentally friendly.

Types of motion sensors

Today, the types of DD that are most in demand are:

• ultrasonic (US);
• infrared (IR);
• microwave (microwave);
• combined;

Each type has advantages and disadvantages and is used in different conditions.

Consider separately the designated types of DD:

Ultrasonic

Monitors objects with ultrasound. When people move, the sensor is triggered.They are often installed in the chambers of cars, in systems for monitoring blind spots. In residential complexes, they excellently showed themselves on the landings.

Disadvantages of US DD:

1. Animals are uncomfortable because they feel ultrasonic frequencies.
2. The range is not far.
3. It starts to work only with sudden movements, they can be deceived by smooth actions.

Advantages of US DD:

1. Low price category.
2. Unaffected by the natural environment.
3. They fix movements with any materials of the object.
4. They do not lose their working functions in the event of moisture, dust.
5. They do not respond to temperature fluctuations in the environment.

Infrared DD

Detects changes in the thermal radiating action of surrounding objects. When people move, the radiation is focused in turn by the lenses of the device on the sensor, which serves as a message to perform the function set in the sensor. With an increase in the number of installed lenses, the sensitivity of the device increases. The coverage area of ​​a DD depends on the surface area of ​​the lenses.

Disadvantages of IR DD:

1. They can falsely work on a warm wind.
2. When working in outdoor conditions, the reliability decreases due to rain, sunlight.
3. Does not see people who do not artificially emit IR radiation (covered with special materials).

Advantages of IR DD:

1. The accuracy of regulating the distance of objects when they move.
2. Easy to use outdoors as it reacts only to objects with their own temperature.
3. Complete harmlessness to people, animals, since it does not emit harmful components.

Microwave DD

It emits high frequency magnetic waves that are reflected by the sensor.When they change, the device activates the function indicated by it.

Cons of microwave DD:

1. The highest price for it.
2. False positives are possible when there are signs of movement outside the set monitoring range, for example, outside the window.
3. May pose a danger to human health, preference should be given to DD with a minimum power of produced radiation. Continuous radiation with a power flux of up to 1 mW is considered harmless.

Advantages of microwave DD:

1. For security purposes, it can install objects behind fragile walls, glass.
2. The mode of its operation does not affect the temperature of the environment.
3. Reacts even to minor movements.
4. By itself, it is small

Combined DD

They contain a couple of methods for detecting signs of movement at once, for example, ultrasonic and microwave. This is a fairly good choice for the most reliable determination of the nature of the movement of objects in the controlled territory. The principle of operation of these devices is very productive. The disadvantages of one technology are replaced by the advantages of another.

Kinds

Now in the market of home and street lamps there is a wide selection of all kinds of spotlights of various models. Consider the most popular of them.

LED

Such floodlights with a built-in motion sensor are most often used to illuminate a shortcut to the garage or to the house. Their device has a sensitivity adjustment system that allows you to adjust to your needs. Specialists have thought of a special adjustment, with the help of which you can set a certain period of time yourself when the device will supply light after a reaction to movement.

solar powered

Such light sources are used in situations where there are difficulties with connecting to the network or this possibility simply does not exist.

It is important to consider here that the solar panel is a separate element that must be fixed so that the rays fall directly on it. Solar-powered spotlights are rechargeable, that is, in the daytime the device saves energy, and when dusk comes, it gives a bright light

With halogen lamp

An infrared motion sensor is installed in the device of the halogen device, which reacts to thermal energy that is emitted by an object located nearby. The range of such a device reaches 12 meters, and its power is usually equal to 150 watts. Moreover, it does not lose its abilities even at low temperatures and heavy rainfall.

And also worth highlighting other, not so popular, but still offered on the market spotlights. For example, consumers often buy flashlights with fluorescent lamps, but such devices cannot always meet the need for bright light, since their beams are not very powerful.

Where to place

You need to install the motion sensor to turn on the lighting correctly - in order for it to work correctly, follow certain rules:

• There should be no lighting fixtures nearby. Light interferes with correct operation.

• There should be no heating appliances or air conditioners nearby. Motion detectors of any type react to air currents.

  As the installation height increases, the detection zone increases, but the sensitivity decreases.

• Should not be large objects. They obscure large areas.

In large rooms, it is better to install the device on the ceiling. Its viewing radius should be 360°.If the sensor must turn on the lighting from any movement in the room, it is installed in the center, if only some part is controlled, the distance is chosen so that the "dead zone" of the ball is minimal.

How to make the lighting in the apartment "smart"?

There are several ways to make the light in an apartment or house smart. At the design stage of future housing or during a major overhaul, any option below is suitable.

In the conditions of an existing repair, laid wiring and purchased fixtures, you can also get out.

Buy smart lamps…

This option is suitable only for those who are just planning a global renovation of the interior in their home. Of the obvious disadvantages of the solution is a small assortment of suitable gadgets and their price.

In addition, ordinary light switches will de-energize such lamps, depriving them of smart functions. You will have to change them too.

Buy a Yeelight ceiling lamp - 5527 rubles. Buy a Yeelight diode lamp - 7143 rubles.

or equip ordinary lamps with smart cartridges

Special "adapters" will help turn any light bulb or lamp into a smart one. Just install it in a standard illuminator cartridge and screw in any light bulb. It turns out a smart lighting device.

Unfortunately, this method is only suitable for lighting fixtures in which light bulbs are installed. Diode lamps in the span.

You will have to install an adapter for each cartridge, which can be expensive. Not every lighting device will fit such a device.

Well, do not forget that when the light is turned off through a conventional switch, the smart cartridge loses all its capabilities.

Buy a smart socket for a Koogeek light bulb: 1431 rubles. Buy a smart socket Sonoff: 808 rubles.

or install smart lamps

Instead of the so-called adapters, you can immediately buy smart bulbs.

Diode lamps are again in flight, several smart bulbs in one lamp will have to be connected in the application for easy control.

Light bulbs, although they work for a long time, but their resource is much less than that of the same smart cartridges or switches, and when the light is turned off with an ordinary switch, a de-energized smart light bulb ceases to be smart.

Buy smart bulb Koogeek: 1512 rubles. Buy smart bulb Yeelight: 1096 rubles.

…or install smart switches

The most true and correct decision.

With conventional switches, you will have to use apps or remote controls to control smart lights, bulbs or sockets. When a phase is opened with a conventional switch, smart devices simply turn off and stop receiving commands.

If you install smart switches in the room, then you can always control them, because they will always be supplied with voltage for power.

In the future, when expanding a smart home, it will be possible to equip it with smart lamps, light bulbs, and cartridges, expanding the possibilities without losing functionality.

You need to start with the switches.

At the same time, if you choose between light bulbs with a limited service life, cartridges that are not suitable everywhere, and switches. The choice in favor of the latter is obvious, while the prices for all gadgets are approximately comparable.