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3. Dimming with LEDs
FAQ
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Dimming with LEDs
Energy saving, Drivers and control system
Why do LEDs require power supply / drivers?
What are there different types of LED power supplies / drivers?
Typically, what sort of applications are constant current drivers used for?
Typically in what sort of applications are constant voltage drivers are used for?
How do I know what type of driver is required by LED product?
What is Vf?
What is the maximum permissible distance between an LED product and a remote driver?
What are the advantages of 24V LEDs over12V LEDs?
Is it true that some LEDs can be directly connected to the mains voltage power?
What precautions are to be taken when mounting LED drivers?
How are LEDs dimmed?
What are the relative advantages of PWM dimming?
What are the disadvantages of PWM (pulse width modulation) dimming?
In which applications is CCR (constant current reduction) dimming is most suited?
Can mains voltage LED products be dimmed with traditional incandescent dimmers?
What are the advantages of dimming LEDs?
What are the various control protocols that can be used for dimming LEDs?
What is the difference between analogue and digital dimming?
What lighting protocol is appropriate for an application?
Why do some LEDs flicker when dimmed or turned off?
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