Abstract:
A device and a method for controlling the electrical power supply of a plurality of light sources, preferably of light-emitting diodes, or LEDs. The plurality of light sources is divided into at least two groups of light sources. The invention is noteworthy in that it allows the use of a multiphase step-up voltage converter for all the groups of light sources, whereas the measurements of the input currents for each of the phases of the converter give a reliable indication of the level of power required by one of the groups being powered.
Abstract:
A control device for controlling a plurality of sets of LEDs, especially for an automotive vehicle, the plurality of sets of LEDs comprising at least a first set that is associated with at least a first lighting and/or signaling function and a second set that is associated with at least a second and third function. The control device comprises an electrical power source able to be connected, especially in parallel, to the first set and to the second set of LEDs and to deliver at least two different electrical power levels suitable for the first and second lighting and/or signaling function, respectively, a switching module able to be connected, especially in series, with the first set of LEDs and to switch between a first position, especially an open position, in which only the second set of LEDs is supplied with electrical power, and a second position, especially a closed position, in which the first set and the second set of LEDs are supplied with electrical power simultaneously and a module for regulating electrical current able to be connected, especially in series, with the second set of LEDs and to switch between a regulating position enabling adjustment of a third electrical power level suitable for a third lighting and/or signaling function and a short-circuit position.
Abstract:
A device and a method for controlling the electrical power supply of a plurality of light sources, preferably of light-emitting diodes, or LEDs. The plurality of light sources is divided into at least two groups of light sources. The invention is noteworthy in that it allows the use of a multiphase step-up voltage converter for all the groups of light sources, whereas the measurements of the input currents for each of the phases of the converter give a reliable indication of the level of power required by one of the groups being powered.