When DALI Emergency Mode is enabled, the Casambi CBU-DCS gateway allows DALI controllers to interact with emergency luminaires (DALI DT1 devices) that are managed within the Casambi network. This includes the ability to:
- Trigger emergency function tests (e.g., function or duration tests)
- Read emergency status reports
- Monitor battery and lamp condition
- Receive fault notifications
This is particularly useful in hybrid installations where emergency lighting is managed wirelessly via Casambi, but compliance and reporting are handled through a centralized DALI system or building management system (BMS).
To ensure proper operation:
- Only one CBU-DCS gateway in a Casambi network should be configured to handle DT1 emergency devices.
- If multiple gateways are used, they should be segmented: one for standard luminaires (DT6/DT8) and another exclusively for DT1 emergency devices.
This setup ensures that emergency lighting remains compliant with safety regulations while benefiting from the flexibility of wireless control.
Important:
Activating this option will trigger a “Warning!” message:
Click "Continue" to enable the feature, with "Cancel" the feature is not taken into use.