Blinds & Shutters - Issue 4-2020

AWNINGS
Light and shade
The markilux MX-1
compact foldingarm
awning is now
also available with
LED Spots in the
cassette
The design of the markilux MX-1 compact
has received numerous accolades in recent
years. The awning also has a number of
accessories which can be used to personalise this
solar protection system in many ways. These
design options have now been complemented by
a new lighting system in the cassette.
The MX-1 compact has already been on the
market for several years and is in great demand.
This solar protection system is a real eye-catcher
with its futuristic-looking, deep body and
illuminated front profile. The model has already
received a number of design awards for its
outstanding appearance. The manufacturer also
offers the awning with a range of options
designed to give the product an individual touch.
Now this range of options includes a new LED
lighting system integrated into the cassette.
"We have been offering the MX-1 compact
with an LED Line and with LED Spots in the front
profile for some time now. And also with ambient
lighting behind the front panel. Both serve to give
a lighting effect that emphasises both the design of
the awning and the modern architecture it
adorns,” says Michael Gerling, director of R&D and
production at markilux. This new lighting option
continues this design approach, with additional
LED Spots under the cassette highlighting the
body of the awning with discreet light. At the
same time, the façade as well as the seating area
under the awning can be illuminated indirectly.
“Modern lighting design lends a space a particular
flair: through contrast, light temperature and the
occasional spotlight that draws attention to
specific details and creates an attractive play of
light,” explains Mr Gerling.
The lighting options can be
combined individually
Depending on the awning width, between two
and six additional LED spotlights with a diameter
of 40 millimetres can be accommodated in the
body. The power input for the spotlights and all
other electrical devices is designed to be an
alternating mains voltage current of 230 Volt at 50
Hertz with the supply unit located in the cassette.
Radio-controlled operation is incorporated by
means of a cable with a plug connector. The new
lighting option can be controlled by radio signal
using an 868 Megahertz io receiver or a 433
Megahertz RTS receiver in the awning as well as
via smart technology. Both ON/OFF switch
operation and a dimming function are also
available. The new lighting system in the cassette
can be combined with all the previous lighting
options, opening up even more possibilities to
personalise the MX-1 compact.
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