The Design Lights Consortium (DLC) has released their final version of v5.1 Networked Lighting Control technical requirements (NLC5.1). NLC5.1 is a minor revision that contains updates to the policy’s energy monitoring and cybersecurity requirements. There will not be a delisting associated with the policy. Existing listed v5.0 NLC will continue to be DLC listed.
Cybersecurity updates
- Now accepts PSA-certified chip level 1
- Includes updated criteria for acceptance
Other updates
- A new section clarifies Primary Use Designations, such as “Whole Building” and “Portfolio”.
- The “Requirements Other Than Control Capabilities” section is now formatted as Table 0, rather than as text.
- The words “Interior” and “Exterior” were changed to “Indoor” and “Outdoor” to align with other DLC documents.
The Final NLC5.1 Technical Requirements can be found HERE.
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