IES DG-28-15 PDF Download

The IES DG-28-15 standard provides guidance on the selection, installation, operation, and maintenance of outdoor lighting control systems. The guide emphasizes the use of digital technology in controlling lighting systems, as it offers the potential for improved visibility, energy savings, and reduced maintenance costs.

The standard highlights the importance of understanding the different control technologies and their associated costs and benefits. It acknowledges that implementing these systems requires a significant and long-term investment. Therefore, it is crucial for users and designers to have a thorough understanding of the functionalities and consequences of each technology, enabling them to make informed decisions based on a cost/benefit analysis.

The guide provides an overview of various lighting control technologies, including both new and evolving ones, as well as those with a proven history. It references another IES standard, IES TM-23-11 Lighting Control Protocols, which provides examples of different lighting control protocols.