Tondo Smart Lighting also creates an open standards-based Smart City network for connecting sensors and other wireless and wired devices to Tondo's Cloud-IQ management platform.
This can reduce sensor and device deployment costs by 80% or more versus proprietary networks or individual cellular connections, with a 2.7x or greater benefit versus your LED retrofit project, and 3.5x over Smart Lighting alone.
Read more about the Business Case for Smart Lighting on this link.
Normally open(NO) and Normally closed (NC) are terms used to define the states that switches, sensors or relay contacts are under when they are not activated.
A NO contact or a normally open contact is the one that remains open until a certain condition is satisfied such as a button being pressed or some other manner of activation such as those based on temperature, pressure, etc.
A NC contact or normally closed contact is the exact opposite of NO contact by function. It remains closed until a certain condition is satisfied.
Lighting control cabinets typically control a group of street lights or advertising signage from a "control cabinet". These controls have historically provided on-off functionality based on the time of day using an "astronomical clock"-based switch or daylight photosensor. Lights are controlled in groups with no individual control over a specific light.
Although new controllers such as Tondo's Edge-IQ controller have replaced the cabinet-based approach with new technologies that include advanced dimming, remote cloud-control, and support for functionality including sensors and switches, there are many outdoor lights and signs that do not support on-lamp control. Tondo's Cabinet-IQ controller provides new advanced IoT technology support for existing cabinet-controlled lighting.
CAT-M/LTE-M and NB-IoT are similar but have differences that may make one suitable over another, or simply selected based on the support for one or the other that is available in your area.
NB-IoT uses a narrow bandwidth of 200 kHz, where CAT-M uses 1.4 MHz. The maximum data rate for NB-IoT is ~ 250 kb per second, with CAT-M1 reaching ~ 1 Mbps. CAT-M is marginally less energy efficient than NB-IoT. Although NB-IoT has a lower speed, both NB-IoT and CAT-M are suitable for sensor communications since sensors typically do not require much bandwidth.
Both NB-IoT and CAT-M1 are supported under the 5G technology specifications and therefore are ideal for selecting as a standard for sensor communications.
CAT-M wireless (aka LTE-M) is a low-power wide area network (LPWAN) cellular data transmission standard that operates over the data and physical layer. CAT-M was designed for IoT projects, with an average upload speed between 200 kbps and 400 kbps.
Eddystone is an open-source Bluetooth advertising protocol originally designed by Google. It can be used by mobile device applications to deliver improved proximity-based experiences that include applications such as Google Maps.
These packets can be discovered with any Bluetooth LE APIs such as Core Bluetooth on iOS, or android.bluetooth.le on Android. You can also use them with Google’s Nearby Messages API, which can be integrated into an iOS or Android app, and receive “messages” in those apps when a person enters or exits a range of beacons.
Tondo's 2022 estimate was calculated for each lighting category by applying market growth factors for each lighting category between 2015 and 2021 based on U.S. Census data to the DOE dataset.
A RESTful API is an architectural style for an application program interface (API) that uses HTTP requests to access and use data.
The API spells out the proper way for a developer to write a program requesting services from an operating system or other application.
You can read more from the source of this definition at TechTarget here.
A DIN rail is a metal rail of a standard type widely used for mounting circuit breakers and industrial control equipment inside equipment racks.
IP stands for "ingress protection". For IP67, this means:
"6" describes protection of solid particles: No ingress of dust; complete protection against contact (dust-tight). A vacuum must be applied. Test duration of up to 8 hours based on airflow.
"7" describes the protection from water: Ingress of water in harmful quantity shall not be possible when the enclosure is immersed in water under defined conditions of pressure and time (up to 1 meter (3 ft 3 in) of submersion). Test duration: 30 minutes.
Modbus is a data communications protocol originally published in 1979. Modbus has become a de facto standard communication protocol and is now a commonly available means of connecting and communicating with industrial electronic devices.
RS-485, also known as TIA-485(-A) or EIA-485, is a serial communications standard.
Electrical signalling is balanced, and multipoint systems are supported. Digital communications networks implementing the standard can be used effectively over long distances and in electrically noisy environments.
4G devices will work on 4G LTE networks and the earlier cellular technologies, including 3G, EGPRS, and 2G.
Smart city sensors require very little bandwidth, and 3G EGPRS and 4G LTE can easily support the required data rates.
5G networks are relatively new, and most 5G deployments use a combination of 4G and 5G networks.
DALI-2 refers to the latest version of the DALI protocol. While DALI version 1 only included control gear, DALI-2 includes control devices such as application controllers and input devices (e.g. sensors), as well as bus power supplies.
Zhaga Book 18 describes a smart interface between outdoor luminaires and sensing/ communication nodes.
Zhaga Book 18 allows any certified node to operate with any certified luminaire. Certified luminaires and sensing / communication modules are available from multiple suppliers, establishing an ecosystem of compatible products.
The NEMA ANSI C137.4-2021 builds on the NEMA C137.41 7-pin connector standard and the DALI communication protocol. It has additional characteristics and features that align very closely with the D4i family of specifications from the DALI Alliance.
D4i and ANSI C137.4-2021 specify the digital communication between luminaires and devices including sensors and network lighting controllers. The expanded ANSI C137.4-2021 now includes energy reporting data and diagnostics and maintenance data.
The NEMA ANSI C137.10 standard specifies roadway and area lighting equipment connector compatibility. The 3-pin standard does not provide for dimming control, but provides for on/off operation. The later standard C137.41 adds dimming control (5- and 7-pin connectors) and sensor control (7-pin connectors). The newer C137.4-2021 standard provides enhanced functionality and compatibility with the DALI D4i lighting and sensor control standard.
The NEMA ANSI C137.41 standard specifies covers roadway and area lighting equipment connection interoperability. The 7-pin receptacle provides for dimming control and sensor communications.
The NEMA ANSI C137.41 5-pin connector variant adds support for dimming control, but does not include sensor communications support which is supported by the 7-pin connector.
DALI, or Digital Addressable Lighting Interface, is a dedicated protocol for digital lighting control that enables the easy installation of robust, scalable and flexible lighting networks.
Wiring is relatively simple; DALI power and data is carried by the same pair of wires, without the need for a separate bus cable.
The TALQ Consortium has established a globally accepted standard for management software interfaces to configure, command, control and monitor heterogeneous outdoor device networks (ODN) including smart street lighting.
This way interoperability between Central Management Software (CMS) and Outdoor Device Networks (ODN, so called ‘gateways’) for smart city applications from different vendors is enabled, such that a single CMS can control different ODNs in different parts of a city or region.
D4i is the DALI standard for intelligent, IoT-ready luminaires.
By taking care of control and power requirements, D4i makes it much easier to mount sensors and communication devices on luminaires. In addition, intelligent D4i LED drivers inside the luminaire have the capability to store and report a wide range of luminaire, energy and diagnostics data in a standardized format.
Highly reliable hardware, firmware, and software components that perform specific, critical security functions. Because roots of trust are inherently trusted, they must be secure by design. Roots of trust provide a firm foundation from which to build security and trust.
Read more at the National Institute of Standards and Technology: Roots of Trust
The 0.1, 0.2, and 0.5 accuracy class electricity meters established within ANSI C12.20-2015 are accurate to within +/-0.1%, +/-0.2%, and +/-0.5% of true value at a full load.
Tondo's controllers utilize a chipset containing the ARM Cryptocell 300 cryptographic accelerator chip with hardware-protected vault and Root of Trust security. Read more about the ARM 300 family here: ARM Cryptocell 300 Family Overview
The world would collectively achieve 10,546 TWh of energy savings by 2030 [with energy efficient lighting], a sum comparable to over 40% of the world electricity generation in 2011. Saving this amount of energy would prevent the emissions of 5,400 Mt CO2, a figure equivalent to over 15% of the global emissions in 2011.
In today’s rapidly evolving urban landscape, the need for intelligent, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure is paramount.
Tondo’s Cabinet IQ emerges as a comprehensive energy management and infrastructure monitoring solution, designed to enhance the security, reliability, and operational efficiency of municipal and industrial power systems. It’s more than just an upgrade; it’s a transformative technology that drives the creation of intelligent and sustainable cities.
What is Tondo’s Cabinet IQ?
Cabinet IQ acts as a comprehensive infrastructure control hub, supporting the evolving needs of municipalities, utilities, and smart city networks. It’s ideal for advanced electricity quality monitoring and cabinet-based lighting control. Cabinet IQ can stand-alone as an energy management and control solution, or complement Edge IQ on-fixture lighting controls, providing enhanced insights by combining its data with data captured by Edge IQ.
Key Features and Benefits:
Advanced Energy Monitoring: Revenue-grade metering compliant with ANSI C12.20 and IEC 62053-22 for accurate energy tracking. It supports Time-of-Use (ToU) billing models and real-time power quality analysis. It also tracks voltage, current, power factor, frequency, and harmonic distortion.
Electrical Fault Detection & Grid Anomaly Alerts: Detects voltage fluctuations, wiring issues, and phase imbalances. It identifies breaker failures, overload conditions, and unexpected power surges. Automated alerts are sent via Cloud IQ CMS for proactive intervention.
Secure Cabinet Control & Data Logging: Relay-based circuit on/off control for managing power distribution in electrical cabinets. It also has dry contact digital inputs, relay outputs & MODBUS integration for sensor connectivity. A 365-day secure energy usage log is included with a 48-hour UPS backup during power outages.
Optimized Energy Usage: Reduces costs through real-time monitoring and fault detection. AI-driven analytics ensures that energy use is optimized in real-time, maximizing savings.
Enhanced Grid Resilience: Detects service failures before they escalate.
Secure & Encrypted Communication: End-to-end encryption ensures data integrity.
Multi-Function Infrastructure Monitoring: Tracks energy, safety, and environmental factors in a single platform.
Scalable for Smart City Applications: Supports utility cabinets, roadway infrastructure, and industrial power systems.
AI Analytics:Cloud IQ transforms the vast amounts of data from Cabinet IQ and Edge IQ into actionable insights and anomaly detection via alerts and notifications.
Root-Cause Identification:Cloud IQ monitors utility energy service quality across connected circuits and assets to ensure effective assignment of responsibilities between the city and the utility
Group Lighting Control: Ideal for controlling lighting where socketed fixtures are not available, or where wireless connectivity may be impaired.
Solar-powered Tondo Cabinet IQ for remote highway gate control triggered by flood sensors
Cabinet IQ Use Cases
Electricity Quality Monitoring: Provides insights into the stability and reliability of the power supply.
Electricity Theft Detection: Uses AI-driven energy fraud prevention to identify and prevent unauthorized usage.
Streetlight Wire-Theft Prevention: Detects unauthorized tampering and triggers alerts to prevent cable and electricity theft along roadway networks.
Door, Panel, or Gate Control: Enables electronic access control of any actuator-controlled door, access panel, or gate
Valve/Flow Control: Optimize municipal irrigation schedules based on sensor data.
Service Breaker Condition Monitoring: Monitors the health and performance of service breakers to prevent failures.
Tank and Vessel Level Monitoring: Monitors levels in tanks and vessels for efficient resource management.
Battery Level Monitoring: Monitors battery voltage and discharge rates in UPS systems to ensure reliable backup power.
Roadway Condition Monitoring: Monitors roadway conditions, such as flood risks, using specialized sensors.
Cabinet Flood, Fire, and Tamper Detection: Protects against unauthorized access and environmental hazards with real-time monitoring.
Group and High-Energy Lighting Control: scheduled or astronomical clock control for lighting connected on individual circuits, particularly useful for non-LED lighting control
AI-Enabled Alerts
Cloud IQ uses AI to analyze data from Cabinet IQ and generate alerts for city operational teams. These alerts are categorized by priority level and use case, enabling proactive intervention and efficient management of city infrastructure. Examples of AI-enabled alerts include:
High Priority:
Streetlight Wire Theft Detection: Triggered by voltage drop and current unbalance along with power factor and demand deviation patterns.
Overloaded Transformer or Feeder Circuit: Triggered by power demand exceeding rated load and current unbalance thresholds.
Overvoltage & Equipment Damage Risk: Triggered by maximum voltage demand exceeds rated voltage.
Circuit Failure or Tampering: Triggered by sudden power demand drop and current drop patterns.
Feeder Circuit Exceeding Capacity: Triggered when feeder circuit current exceeds rated capacity.
Equipment Stress & Power Quality Degradation: Triggered by voltage harmonic distortion exceeding thresholds.
Medium Priority:
Early Streetlight Controller or LED Driver Failure Detection: Triggered by patterns of voltage THD increase greater than baseline and power demand deviations.
Battery Backup Failure Alert for UPS Systems: Triggered by a battery voltage drop below the rated capacity threshold.
Low Priority:
Streetlight Schedule Violation: Triggered by unexpected power demand patterns during off-hours.
Cabinet IQ and Edge IQ: A Powerful Partnership
While Tondo’s Edge IQ provides on-fixture lighting control, Cabinet IQ elevates your smart lighting system with advanced energy management and infrastructure monitoring. These two systems work in harmony to provide a comprehensive solution for smart city networks.
Enhanced Insights: When a lamp or driver fails, Edge IQ will notify you via Cloud IQ. However, Cabinet IQ provides deeper insights into power-related issues from the utility service point by combining its data with that captured by Edge IQ.
Anomaly Detection:Cloud IQ‘s Deep Learning AI uses the combined data from Cabinet IQ and Edge IQ to identify anomalies such as electricity theft and wiring faults that cost cities enormous sums of money.
Group Lighting Control:Cabinet IQ is ideal for controlling lighting in situations where individual socketed fixtures are unavailable or where wireless connectivity may be impaired.
Comprehensive Management:Cabinet IQ complements Edge IQ on-fixture controls with advanced energy analytics at and between the secondary electrical service point and the light fixture.
Simplified Network Management: With Cabinet IQ‘s integrated gateway, there are fewer devices and cellular plans to manage, resulting in faster project delivery, lower network complexity, and reduced costs.
Resilience and Data Retention:Cabinet IQ includes an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) that can power the system for a minimum of 48 hours, ensuring continuous monitoring and control of connected critical systems during power outages. Energy usage data is retained for a minimum of 365 days.
Sensor Integration: Wired vs Wireless Solutions
Tondo’s Edge IQ controllers are well-suited for hosting wireless sensors. They utilize Bluetooth® 5.3 LE/Mesh for connectivity, offering simplicity, reliability, low power requirements, and long-range capabilities. Edge IQ leverages the DALI D4i protocol to facilitate communication with connected sensors or controls. Connecting sensors via Edge IQ controllers is ideal for on-pole and on-fixture “Smart City” use-cases that do not require significant bandwidth.
Tondo’s Cabinet IQ system is designed for energy monitoring, automation, and infrastructure control, using its built-in digital inputs, relay outputs, and MODBUS communication interfaces. Cabinet IQ supports dry-contact digital sensors that can be connected to its unused digital inputs for event-triggered monitoring and automation.
Cabinet IQ is particularly useful for wired sensor applications in scenarios where wireless signals are unreliable, such as utility tunnels or other areas with limited wireless coverage. Cabinet IQ can also be configured with additional digital inputs and relay outputs for expanded functionality.
Cloud IQ advanced energy management summary dashboard for Cabinet IQ
Managing Cabinet IQ with Tondo‘s Cloud IQ
Tondo’s Cloud IQ central management system (CMS) is designed to simplify the operation and monitoring of smart street lighting networks. Cloud IQ transforms data from across your smart city ecosystem, offering a single, clear view of urban operations. Cloud IQ’s agnostic design seamlessly integrates a broad spectrum of devices, from sensors and smart meters to SCADA use-cases, all through our innovative Edge IQ Bluetooth Mesh network or direct fixture connections.
Single Pane of Glass: Cloud IQ provides a consolidated view of all connected controls, sensors, energy meters, and other devices connected to the Tondo network for a single view into your lighting and your connected Smart City
Cybersecurity: Cloud IQ instances can be securely hosted on Microsoft Azure or AWS, or your own private cloud, operate on an encrypted private network, and devices are cryptographically assigned to each customer’s own private instance to ensure that rogue devices may not be added to your Tondo system. Cryptographic keys and certificates are automatically generated and managed by the hardware cryptographic modules on Tondo controllers and Cloud IQ, eliminating the risk that comes with human access to security systems.
Mapping and List Views: Cloud IQ provides a visual map view as well as a list view for all connected assets, providing flexible views for operations teams.
Group Management: Assets may be grouped logically and access control restricted to simplify and secure large installations
Zero Network Management: All network operations for Cloud IQ are managed by Tondo, eliminating the burden of technology management on Tondo’s customers
Real-Time Monitoring: Tracks the status of connected luminaires, providing insights into energy consumption, faults, and performance.
AI Analytics: Transforms very large data into actionable insights and anomaly detection via alerts and notifications and provides advanced automation for operational efficiencies.
Reporting: Cloud IQ provides robust out-of-the-box reporting for energy utilization, asset management, incident management, installation and asset maintenance activities
Alerts and Notifications: Cloud IQ‘s artificial intelligence engine monitors incoming data from connected assets and detects anomalies that require the attention of operations teams without burying them in an avalanche of data
AutomatedIncident Resolution: Cloud IQ automatically generates Incidents based on event thresholds that are automatically closed in Cloud IQ when events are resolved
Predictive Maintenance: Monitors lighting assets to predict failures before they occur.
User Roles and Permissions: Secure access control for administrators, managers, and technicians.
Integration: Cloud IQ integrates with third-party software applications such as asset and maintenance management and GIS systems to facilitate operational efficiencies
Cabinet IQ Installation Scenarios
Cabinet IQ comes pre-configured from Tondo, ready for installation:
On-pole
On-wall in its own IP67-rated cabinet
DIN-rail mounted inside an existing lighting control cabinet/pedestal
Conclusion
By integrating Cabinet IQ and Edge IQ, municipalities can achieve a more resilient, efficient, and secure smart lighting network, and accelerate their Smart City visions. Cabinet IQ offers a robust solution for advanced energy management, enabling cities to optimize energy usage, enhance grid resilience, and create a smarter, more sustainable urban environment. Tondo’s solutions empower you to deliver on the promise of safer, more efficient urban environments.
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