Technical Glossary — Lighting & Electronics
Technical Glossary — Lighting & Electronics
All technical terms related to outdoor lighting and electronic devices, listed alphabetically.
- Long-lasting battery life
- Operating time on a full charge. Varies depending on the lighting mode used.
- 18650 Lithium Battery
- Standard format for high-capacity rechargeable batteries (6,000 to 10,000 mAh). Used in outdoor lamps and electronic devices.
- USB Rechargeable Battery / Integrated Power Bank
- Internal battery rechargeable via USB. Some models also allow charging other devices (power bank function).
- Heart Rate Monitor
- Sensor measuring heart rate in real time. Useful for optimizing effort during hiking or trail running.
- Automatic Solar Charging
- Integrated solar panel that recharges the battery in daylight, without electrical connection.
- Bluetooth Connectivity
- Wireless connection with a smartphone to synchronize activity data (distance, altitude, heart rate).
- IPS Screen
- Display technology offering wide viewing angles and good color reproduction. Used in outdoor smartwatches.
- 5 Bar Water Resistance
- Resistance to pressure equivalent to 50 meters deep. Standard for outdoor watches and devices.
- GPS Navigation/Tracking
- Satellite positioning system integrated into smartwatches to track routes and locate oneself without a mobile network.
- Continuous Dimming
- Smooth and progressive adjustment of light intensity without fixed steps.
- Induction (Motion Sensor Activation)
- Automatic lighting system triggered by motion detection. Practical for headlamps.
- COB LED (Chip on Board)
- High-density LED technology integrating multiple chips on the same substrate. Produces more uniform and powerful lighting.
- Integrated LED (360° Visibility)
- Active lighting system visible from all sides for night safety (cycling, running).
- Lumen (lm)
- Unit of measurement for luminous flux. 100 lm = general use, 500 lm = technical use, 3,000 lm = very powerful lighting.
- Certified Reflective Materials
- Elements that reflect light for night signaling. Certified according to road safety standards.
- Variable Lighting Modes
- Different power levels and modes (strobe, SOS, red light) to adapt lighting to every situation.
- IP67 Standard
- Protection rating against dust (6) and temporary immersion up to 1 meter (7). Standard for outdoor devices.
- IPX4 Standard
- Resistance to splashes and rain from all directions. Intermediate level of protection.
- Sleep / Fitness Tracking
- Smartwatch functions analyzing sleep phases and physical activity data.
- Triple Power Supply (Solar, Crank, Battery)
- Energy redundancy system for survival radios and lamps. Ensures power even without electricity.
- Adjustable Zoom
- Adjustment of the light beam between spot (long range) and flood (wide coverage).