On April 30, 2025, the European Union’s Horizon 2020 program revealed exciting results from its Ceedo project, a cutting-edge initiative deploying AI-enhanced street lighting systems across Lithuania. An advancement that is going to shape the future of smart cities’ outdoor lighting.
By achieving integration between artificial intelligence (AI) and real-time data, Ceedo optimized not just the illumination levels but also traffic flow, taking accuracy to the next level when it comes to determining real time conditions on the ground. This development offered a glimpse into how smart lighting will power safer, greener, and more responsive cities in the near future. Even more exciting: this technology is expected to expand into logistics and transport infrastructure across Europe.
This is something beyond mere automation; it is adaptability. The adaptive lighting is a big leap forward, leaving the traditional dawn to dusk switch behind. Let’s have a thorough look at how it is reshaping the future of smart lighting.
From “Automatic” to “Adaptive”: How Smart Lighting Is Evolving?
The traditional lighting systems typically use schedules for turning the lights on and off or their operation is based on the lux threshold. This makes them unresponsive to changing ground conditions. On the other hand, Ceedo acts smarter by responding to the ground condition and changing the brightness level accordingly. To achieve this, Ceedo utilizes:
Traffic-based brightness adjustment: This means that the lights get brighter only when the system detects the presence of vehicles nearby. This helps avoid overusage of power.
Enhanced lighting during fog, snow, or poor visibility: setting new standards for weather adaptability, this smart lighting system increases brightness when the ambient light is low due to fog or snow, or when the visibility decreases due to pollution.
Pedestrian detection to trigger localized lighting: Ceedo Smart lighting system ensures the security of pedestrians by locally triggering the lighting when it detects pedestrians.
This dramatically reduces energy use, minimizes light pollution, and improves public satisfaction.
Photocell Sensor: The Bridge Between Sensors and Execution
With the evolution of smart lighting and the introduction of Ceedo, the role of photocells has moved far beyond merely acting as a traditional dusk-to-dawn photocell sensor. They now need to play the role of an efficient bridge between the sensors and execution. They act as intelligent control nodes, translating sensor data into real-time lighting adjustments. And this is what we take care of at Lead-Top Electrical with our state-of-the-art, new-generation photocells.
Our light sensor photocell switches are made smart enough to ensure adaptability to rapidly evolving technology. These are engineered to support:
- DALI or 0-10V dimming protocols for smoother, uninterrupted, and precise control
- Real-time I/O feedback for smart systems that ensures real-time and dynamic flow of communication with the control system
- Fast-response relay switching guaranteeing on-the-spot and immediate action according to the data received from the sensor
- Rugged IP66/IK09 construction for outdoor resilience thus ensuring high durability and reliability under harsh outdoor conditions
Recommended Products for AI-Enhanced Smart Lighting Projects
To meet the needs of rapidly changing, ever-smarter smart lighting systems, we have got you covered by offering our smart lineup of photocells. These are built to stay ahead of time and provide utmost compatibility and adaptability, helping you reap the maximum benefits from the Ceedo mart lighting system, unlike the traditional light sensor switches.
Here are some of the recommendations from our vast product line specifically made to meet the needs of advanced lighting technology like Ceedo lighting.
LT600 Series — Zhaga Book 18 Smart Photocell
This is a highly intelligent photocell model made to deliver interoperability and is compliant with Zhaga Book 18 and D4i standards.
- Fully compliant with Zhaga Book 18, D4i ecosystem provides high compatibility with the latest smart luminaries
- 4PIN output: 24V / DALI+ / DALI– / I/O for sensor integration, which means seamless compatibility with smart sensors like LiDAR or radar.
- IP66 + IK09 + surge protection (up to 10KV) to ensure high durability and reliability under surge spikes
- ≤0.5W power consumption, >10,000 ON/OFF cycles, ensuring better energy efficiency
- Pair with **LT635 rotatable Zhaga socket for plug-and-play installation
| Feature | Description |
| Zhaga + D4i Compliant | Provides high compatibility with latest smart luminaires. |
| 4PIN Output | 24V / DALI+ / DALI– / I/O enables sensor integration. |
| IP66 + IK09 + Surge Protection | Ensures durability and protection against harsh conditions. |
| Low Power Consumption | ≤0.5W usage and >10,000 ON/OFF cycles for energy efficiency. |
| LT635 Socket Compatible | Supports plug-and-play installation for convenience. |
LT134 — High-Performance Electronic Photocell
This model by Lead-Top Electrical offers a high degree of industrial-grade durability and smart dimming control, making it a great fit for a smart lighting system.
Here is a glimpse of the features it offers:
- ANSI C136.10 & UL773 certified and hence complies with the major safety and performance standards
- Supports 0–10V dimming & zero-crossing detection, hence reducing electrical stress and enhancing reliability
- Ideal for municipal LED lighting upgrades and is perfect for bigger, large-scale urban lighting projects
- Surge protection: up to 20KV/10KA so that electrical spikes don’t stand a chance of affecting the performance
- Operates from –40°C to +70°C and can be relied upon even under extreme weather for a consistent performance
| Feature | Description |
| ANSI C136.10 & UL773 Certified | Meets key safety and performance standards. |
| Supports 0–10V Dimming & Zero-Crossing | Allows smooth brightness control and reduces electrical stress. |
| Ideal for Municipal LED Upgrades | Perfect for large-scale urban lighting projects. |
| Surge Protection | Up to 20KV/10KA to guard against power spikes. |
| Wide Operating Range | Performs from –40°C to +70°C in extreme weather. |
Why Work With Lead-Top?
We are a trusted supplier of new generation photocells over the globe and our products are designed to stay ahead of others, meeting all the standards of performance and durability. We ensure interoperability and adaptability to fast-evolving smart lighting systems. Here are some of the reasons why you should choose us:
- Factory-direct with 5M+ annual units output, bearing witness to how trusted we are by our clients
- UL, CE, CB, Zhaga, ANSI C136.41 certified to bring you the most reliable products both in terms of longevity and performance
- Full customization with no MOQ. We provide you with your personalized housing for photocells that bear your company’s logo and provide you with your required specs
- We promise the quickest delivery in the market with a maximum time of 2 to 3 days for samples and 7 to 15 days for bulk orders.
- We have been providing photocells in the global marketspace, including the regions of North America, Europe, Latin America, and MENA
Whether you’re a lighting integrator, city contractor, or system designer, Lead-Top delivers reliable, scalable photocell solutions to meet the rising demand for adaptive smart lighting.
The Takeaway: Ceedo Is Just the Beginning
The Ceedo project marks a paradigm shift that the lighting systems must now be responsive, data-driven, and interoperable rather than being merely automatic.
Photocells aren’t disappearing, they’re evolving into intelligent, connected controllers that serve as the “nervous system” of every smart city light.
At Lead-Top, we’re proud to be your technology partner in this transformation, promising adaptability and reliability.
Want to explore AI-compatible photocell solutions?
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