The EAE DA100 KNX–DALI Gateway is the interface between a KNX twisted-pair bus and a DALI lighting line. It translates KNX group commands into DALI group control, making it the standard choice for commercial lighting where luminaires are wired on DALI but the building automation backbone is KNX.

The DA100 is designed for 16 DALI group control — up to 64 DALI devices (electronic control gear, LED drivers, and compatible ballasts) on one DALI bus, organized into 16 independent groups with support for 64 lighting scenes. An integrated DALI power supply simplifies cabinet wiring by removing the need for a separate DALI PSU within rated limits. The device is fully compliant with IEC 62386.

Key Features — 16-Group DALI Control

DALI Line Management

• 64 DALI devices: Electronic ballasts, LED drivers, and ECG on one DALI line.
• 16 DALI groups: Structured group-oriented control from KNX communication objects.
• 64 lighting scenes: Scene recall from KNX logic, switches, or visualization.
• Integrated DALI supply: Built-in DALI bus power — no external DALI PSU required within device limits.
• IEC 62386: Full compliance with the DALI standard.

Advanced Group Functions

• Constant light: Each DALI group can be configured for constant-light regulation.
• Corridor function: Timed or sequenced behaviour for circulation zones.
• Sequence function: Staged or dynamic lighting sequences per group.
• Emergency lighting tests: Functional and battery-life tests for DALI-compliant emergency luminaires, with results reported on KNX.
• Fault monitoring: DALI device fault status surfaced as separate KNX group objects for maintenance alerts.

Commissioning and Front Panel

• EAE DALI Commissioning Tool: Used for DALI-side addressing, grouping, and extended DALI configuration.
• Status LEDs: ON, DALI STATUS, and MANUAL indicators on the front panel.
• Manual and Test buttons: On-device manual override and DALI line test.
• KNX programming button: Standard red KNX programming LED and button for ETS access.

At a Glance

Specification	Detail
Product type	KNX–DALI Gateway — 16-group control
Order code	DA100 (SMP DA100)
Control mode	16 DALI groups (group control)
DALI devices	Up to 64 (ECG, LED driver, ballast)
Lighting scenes	64
DALI power supply	Integrated
Standard	IEC 62386
Bus systems	KNX TP ↔ DALI
Mounting	35 mm DIN rail
Mains connection	L, N (230 V AC supply for device and DALI PSU)
Dimensions (H × W × D)	70 × 69 × 91 mm (4 MW)
Weight	0.15 kg

Full electrical ratings and classification data are listed under Technical Specifications. Datasheet, product manual, installation manual, ETS application, DALI commissioning tool, and certificates are under Downloads.

Applications and KNX Integration

• Office and commercial lighting: Control DALI luminaire groups from KNX switches, presence detectors, and schedules.
• Hotel and corridor zones: Corridor and sequence functions per DALI group for energy-efficient circulation lighting.
• Emergency lighting maintenance: Schedule functional and duration tests on DALI emergency gear with results on the KNX bus.
• Constant-light strategies: Pair with KNX presence/light sensors such as the EAE PD100 KNX Presence Detector for daylight-linked dimming.
• System infrastructure: Supply the KNX segment from an EAE PS640 KNX Power Supply; extend lines with an EAE LC200 Line Coupler or connect to IP via the EAE IPR200 KNX IP Router.

Choosing EAE DALI Gateways

The DA100 is the group-control gateway: 16 DALI groups and 64 scenes for zone-oriented lighting. When every luminaire on the DALI line needs individual addressable control from KNX, choose the EAE DA110 KNX–DALI Gateway instead — same 64-device capacity but with individual load control and 16 scenes. Both share the integrated DALI supply and EAE DALI Commissioning Tool workflow.