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Explore the potential of IoT lighting and data

Interact uses connected LED luminaires, sensors, and other connected devices with established networking and cloud architectures to enable data gathering and sharing, adding intelligence to all illuminated spaces.

With Interact, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Instead, we consult with you to design a system with the capabilities that meet your unique business objectives and that create connected, responsive, and sustainable spaces. The information on this page will help you understand how an Interact system is built—but your Interact system will be unique to your specific situation and needs.

System components

Controls

For façade, bridge, and monument lighting, Interact works the Light System Manager Ethernet controller from Color Kinetics, or selected Pharos controllers. A web interface allows a range of remote management activities, including content scheduling, show and scene creation and triggering, and monitoring with support for up to four cameras. On the back end, Interact uses a gateway and standard networking switches to connect with the Interact IoT platform in the cloud.

Open APIs

Open, secure APIs accessible through the web-based Interact Developer Portal allow system integrators and application developers to extend Interact with new capabilities, and to integrate Interact data and commands with other connected systems.

Connected devices

For façade and landmark lighting, Interact works with a wide range of connected luminaires from Color Kinetics.

Example system architecture for smart cities

Interact system example for smart cities

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Available system hardware

Software applications

Scene management

Lighting asset management

Axis cameras (AVHS-compatible)

Social impact app

Connected luminaires and
power / data devices

Color Kinetics

Data enabler/PDS for Color Kinetics

All Vaya Series fixtures

Lighting controllers

Color Kinetics Light System Manager

Pharos controllers

Networking devices

Multi-Protocol Converter
(for Vaya and other DMX/RDM devices)

Gateway

Ethernet network switches

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Smart infrastructure webinar

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How an Interact system works

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Interact systems consist of Interact software, connected luminaires, and optional Signify services.

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Connected LED lighting from Philips

Connected LED luminaires from Philips can reduce energy consumption by up to 80%.

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Managed services from Signify

Optimize energy and maintenance costs to realize a solid ROI with Managed services from Signify.

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Tell us what you're looking for. Our experts will work with you to design the system that's right for you. If you're a system specifier, find out more about enhancing your client's offering with Interact and request access to tender text.