Smart lighting control has rapidly evolved in recent years, and DALI-2 is now at the centre of that progress. As more commercial and residential projects demand reliable, energy-efficient lighting, understanding how DALI-2 works — and how it integrates with building automation platforms such as KNX — has become essential for installers, engineers, and commissioning professionals across Ireland.
At KNX Ireland, we provide expert-led DALI-2 training that bridges both worlds: RAPIX Lighting Control and KNX-DALI gateways. This ensures that trainees not only understand the DALI-2 standard but also how to deploy it within real-world systems using the most common technologies in the Irish market.
DALI (Digital Addressable Lighting Interface) is an international standard (IEC 62386) for digital lighting control. The newer DALI-2 version improves on the original DALI standard with better interoperability, certified compliance testing, and support for input devices such as sensors, switches, and gateways.
In practice, this means more stable and predictable installations — crucial for modern lighting control projects that demand flexibility, energy management, and cross-protocol integration.
RAPIX is one of the most advanced DALI-2 lighting control ecosystems available. Developed by Ozuno, RAPIX offers a distributed architecture that removes the need for a central controller while still allowing for advanced programming, logic, and scheduling.
Key features covered in training include:
Commissioning and addressing of DALI-2 devices
RAPIX Addressing Tool and DALI-2 network diagnostics
Scene and group configuration
Integration with BACnet and other control protocols
Time schedules, motion sensors, and daylight harvesting
For many electrical contractors, RAPIX offers a straightforward entry point into DALI-2 — while still providing the depth needed for large commercial lighting projects.
KNX remains the global standard for building automation — covering lighting, HVAC, blinds, and more. When it comes to lighting, KNX-DALI gateways serve as a bridge between the KNX bus and DALI lighting networks, allowing two-way communication and seamless integration.
Training topics typically include:
Addressing and mapping DALI groups and scenes in ETS
Monitoring lamp and ballast status within KNX visualisation
Configuring automatic fault reporting and emergency testing
Integrating KNX presence and light sensors for DALI control
Working with gateways from manufacturers such as Theben, ABB, and Zennio
By combining KNX logic and DALI lighting precision, integrators can deliver flexible, scalable control solutions for projects of any size — from small offices to large retail or education facilities.
At KNX Ireland, we combine hands-on experience with deep product knowledge. Our DALI-2 Training Courses are designed for:
Electrical contractors seeking to expand into lighting control
KNX integrators looking to add DALI commissioning to their skillset
Consultants and engineers who need to specify and design DALI-2 systems correctly
Our training combines theory, practical wiring, and live configuration using real RAPIX and KNX-DALI hardware — ensuring every participant gains genuine, project-ready competence.
