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Evolution and Classic networks

To take advantage of an Evolution network, your Casambi-enabled devices must be compatible with the Evolution firmware. Evolution compatible devices display the text Evolution or Classic next to the firmware version number when viewed in the Nearby Devices list. If only the firmware number is displayed, then the device is only suitable for use in a Classic network.

Devices suitable for both network types (i.e., the ones that display text AND the firmware number) can be changed from Classic to Evolution firmware and vice-versa.

In addition to all features of Classic networks, the features below are available only with Evolution networks:

  • Up to 250 Casambi devices can be used in an Evolution network (up to 127 with Classic networks).

    • The chosen network Mode affects network data capabilities and the optimum number of devices supported for reliable operation. Since projects have unique requirements, specific limits are not possible to provide. For example, using sensors in a network uses more data than only using switches. Closed loop daylight control will use more data than Open loop control. Obtaining D4i data from DALI drivers in a Casambi network uses significant network data resources.

  • Additional features are visible through remote connection, making the commissioning and technical support phase easier than ever. The unit’s conditions (e.g., Overheated, Configuration failure, Missing driver etc.) as well as the unit’s priority level in the control hierarchy are now transported over the mesh network.

  • Support for additional products:

    • Various DALI and DALI2 push button devices
    • Casambi-ready battery powered presence sensors and lux sensors
    • EnOcean's wireless presence/daylight sensor
    • D4i support (Availability of data is under continuous development)

  • Support for XY and XY, TW colour control for DALI8-based fixtures.

  • The sharing settings include more options. Additional options for users in Evolution are:

    • USER
    • MANAGER
    • ADMINISTRATOR

  • A Performance & Security tab has been added. For more information, see the Performance & Security section of this user guide.

  • Emergency mode for Smart switching. For more information, see the Smart switch section of this user guide.

Continuous development means that additional “Evolution only” features and functionality will be added over time.

Classic firmware is only in “maintenance mode” and will only receive bug fixes. No new features or functions will be developed for Classic.

Changing device firmware (Evolution ⇄ Classic)​

A device must display the text Classic or Evolution next to its firmware version number, when viewed in the Nearby Devices list. If only the firmware number is displayed, then the device is only capable t be used in use in a Classic network.

To upgrade a Classic device to Evolution firmware:​

  1. Ensure that the device is unpaired.
  2. Select the device within the Nearby Devices list and then choose Change to Evolution firmware from the menu.
  3. Select START when prompted.
  4. The updated device can now be paired with an Evolution network.

To change an Evolution device to Classic firmware:​

  1. Ensure that the device is unpaired.
  2. Select the device within the Nearby Devices list and then choose Change to Classic firmware from the menu.
  3. Select START when prompted.
  4. The updated device can now be paired with a Classic network.