Color lighting can enhance a swimming pool, create personalized atmospheres, and optimize pool usage after dark. But to fully enjoy this feature, you need the right equipment and a reliable control system. So, how can you effectively control a color pool light? Here are the different options available to you, depending on the installed equipment.
Basic operation: color projector and power box
To enjoy multicolored lighting, it is essential to install a compatible color LED projector. This projector must be powered by a specific electrical box, which acts as both a transformer and a control center. This box allows you to control the projector's power on/off and color changes.
Some boxes come with a dedicated remote control. In this case, you can scroll through the different colors manually using the remote's buttons. There is also an alternative method called micro-break change. This involves generating a brief power interruption – usually by quickly pressing the ON/OFF button – to advance the projector to the next color. This system is simple and does not require complex electronics, but it offers limited control.
More advanced solutions with Brio RC+ and Brio WiL boxes
For greater customization and user comfort, new-generation boxes such as the Brio RC+ or the Brio WiL integrate more advanced control technologies.
The Brio RC+ model, for example, allows you to control color changes from a classic remote control or a wall-mounted unit installed in the technical room. This allows the user to quickly access different pre-programmed colors or sequences.
The Brio WiL, on the other hand, offers compatibility with voice assistants. Thanks to its integration with Amazon Alexa, it becomes possible to control the pool lighting by voice: change the color, turn the light on or off, or even launch a light animation, all without manual contact.
Smart control with the Tild VP box and Vigipool app
Finally, for those looking for connected control from a smartphone, the Tild VP box represents a particularly advanced solution. Thanks to its integration with the Vigipool platform, the user can not only change the color of their projector remotely but also:
- Program lighting scenarios,
- Set automatic on and off times,
- Select a light ambiance according to the time or occasion.
All these settings can be configured directly from the Vigipool mobile application, available on iOS and Android. This type of control is ideal for owners who want to automate the management of their pool while maintaining remote control, even when they are away.
In summary
Controlling a pool's color lighting depends directly on the type of power box used. Simple solutions with remote control or micro-breaks exist for standard installations, while connected systems such as Brio WiL, Brio RC+, or Tild VP with Vigipool offer advanced customization possibilities, including voice control or time programming via an app.
For any project to equip or modernize your pool lighting, our PoolPlanet team will assist you in choosing the most suitable equipment for your needs and installation.
