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MOTOR PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS Li-ion & DC Motor
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Important safety instructions to be read before installation.
Incorrect installation can lead to serious injury and will void manufacturer's liability and warranty.
WARNING: Important safety instructions to be read before installation and use.
It is important for the safety of persons to follow the enclosed instructions. Save these instructions for future reference.
WARNING: Incorrect installation or use can lead to serious injury and will void manufacturer's liability and warranty.
- Read and follow all installation and safety instructions.
- This manual is also available on the website.
- Do not expose to water, moisture, humid and damp environments or extreme temperatures.
- Use or modification outside the scope of this instruction manual will void warranty.
- This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children should not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be performed by children without supervision.
- Do not allow children to play with fixed controls. Keep appliance and remote controls away from children.
- Assembly, installation and programming must be performed by a suitably qualified installer.
- For use with motorized shading devices.
- Frequently inspect the installation for improper operation, signs of wear, imbalance or damage to cables or springs. Do not use if repair or adjustment is necessary.
- The appliance must be disconnected from its power source during cleaning, maintenance or when replacing parts. Maintenance and parts replacement should be performed by a suitably qualified installer/technician.
- The A-weighted emission sound pressure level of the appliance is less than or equal to 70 dB(A).
- The appliance is for indoor use only.
- Disconnect the appliance from power or switch off automatic controls when maintenance, such as window cleaning, is being carried out in the vicinity.
- The appliance must be supplied only the safe, extra-low voltage corresponding to the marking on the appliance.
- Keep clear of the appliance when in operation.
- There are no user serviceable parts or batteries inside the appliance.
- Remote batteries should be replaced with the correctly specified type only.
- The mass and dimensions of the driven part must be compatible with the rated torque and rated operating time of the appliance.
- The driven part must be compatible with the rated torque and operating time of the appliance as follows:
- For 0.5 Nm motor series (MT01-1320-069001 and similar): Rated torque of 0.5 Nm, rated operating time of 12 minutes and minimum tube diameter of Ø 20 mm.
- For 1.1 Nm motor series (MT01-1325-069002, MT01-1225-069002 and similar): Rated torque of 1.1 Nm, rated operating time of 12 minutes and minimum tube diameter of Ø 25 mm.
- For 2.0 Nm motor series (MT01-1328-069001, MT01-1228-069002 and similar): Rated torque of 2.0 Nm, rated operating time of 12 minutes and minimum tube diameter of Ø 28 mm.
- Fixed controls have to be clearly visible after installation.
- The appliance is intended to be installed at a height of at least 2.5 m above the floor or any other accessible level surface.
- Before installing the appliance, remove any unnecessary cords or components and disable any equipment not needed for powered operation.
COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules / Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
To satisfy FCC / IC RF exposure requirements, a separation distance of 20 cm or more should be maintained between the antenna of this device and persons during device operation. To ensure compliance, operations at closer than this distance is not recommended.
Les antennes installées doivent être situées de facon à ce que la population ne puisse y être exposée à une distance de moin de 20 cm . Installer les antennes de facon à ce que le personnel ne puisse approcher à 20 cm ou moins de la position centrale de l' antenne.
La FCC des éltats-unis stipule que cet appareil doit être en tout temps éloigné d'au moins 20 cm des personnes pendant son fonctionnement.
1 ASSEMBLY
ZERO HEAD ADAPTER
Description of Zero Head Adapter assembly.
GENERIC CROWN, DRIVE & TUBE ASSEMBLY
Description of Generic Crown, Drive & Tube Assembly.
ZERO HEAD ANTENNA WRAP
Description of Zero Head Antenna Wrap.
2 RETROFIT INSTALLATION
(1.1Nm & 2.0Nm MOTOR ONLY)
Description of retrofit installation process.
3 CHARGING/POWER SUPPLY
(LI-ION 1.1Nm & 2.0Nm ONLY)
Description of Li-ion charging/power supply.
(LI-ION 3.0Nm & 10.0Nm ONLY)
Description of Li-ion 3.0Nm & 10.0Nm charging/power supply.
(DC 1.1Nm & 2.0Nm ONLY)
Requires a continuous 12V DC Power Source.
4 P1 BUTTON FUNCTIONS
4.1 Motor state test
This table describes the function of a short P1 Button press/release (< 2 seconds) depending on current motor configuration.
P1 Press | Condition | Function Achieved | Visual Feedback | Audible Feedback | Function Described |
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Short Press | If limit is NOT set | None | No Action | None | No Action |
If limits are set | Operational control of motor, run to limit. Stop if running | Motor Runs | None | Operational control of motor after pairing and limit setting is completed first time | |
If motor is in "Sleep Mode" & limits are set | Wake and control | Motor wakes and runs in a direction | None | Motor is restored from Sleep Mode and RF control is active |
4.2 Motor configuration options
The P1 Button is utilized to administer motor configurations as described below. Hold P1 button on motor head.
Activate Pairing Mode
Hold P1 button for approximately 2 seconds. Motor will JOG once and beep once. Release P1.
Sleep Mode
Hold P1 button for approximately 6 seconds. Motor will JOG twice and beep twice. Release P1.
Reverse Direction
Hold P1 button for approximately 10 seconds. Motor will JOG three times and beep three times. Release P1.
Reset To Factory Settings
Hold P1 button for approximately 14 seconds. Motor will JOG four times and beep four times. Release P1.
5 INITIAL SET UP
5.1 Pair motor with controller
Description of pairing motor with controller.
Motor is now in step mode and ready for setting limits.
5.2 Check motor direction
To check travel direction of shade, press UP or DOWN on controller.
To reverse shade direction, hold both UP and DOWN until the motor responds.
Quick Press = Step
Long Press = Continuous Travel
IMPORTANT: Damage to shade may occur when operating motor prior to setting limits. Attention should be given.
Motor Response
Description of motor response during direction check.
IMPORTANT: Reversing motor direction using this method is only possible during initial set-up.
5.3 Set Limits
IMPORTANT: Cycle shade up and down prior to setting limits to settle fabric.
Move shade to the desired highest or lowest position by pressing the UP or DOWN buttons on controller.
To save upper limit, hold UP and STOP.
Motor Response
Description of motor response after setting upper limit.
Move shade to the desired highest or lowest position by pressing the UP or DOWN buttons on controller.
To save lower limit, hold DOWN and STOP.
IMPORTANT: After setting limits, motor will automatically exit from initial set-up mode.
6 ADJUSTING LIMITS
6.1 Adjust upper limit
Hold UP and STOP on controller.
Move shade to the desired highest position by pressing the UP or DOWN button.
To save upper limit, hold UP and STOP.
Motor Response
Description of motor response when adjusting upper limit.
6.2 Adjust lower limit
Hold DOWN and STOP on controller.
Move shade to the desired lowest position by pressing the UP or DOWN button.
IMPORTANT: The bottom limit should be set -1.38 in. (35 mm) below the Ultra-Lock to disengage the auto lock mechanism when the shade is raised.
7 CONTROLLERS AND CHANNELS
7.1 Using P2 Button on existing controller to add a new controller or channel
A = Existing controller or channel (to keep)
B = Controller or channel to add or remove
IMPORTANT: Consult user manual for your controller or sensor.
7.2 Using a pre-existing controller to add or delete a controller or channel
A = Existing controller or channel (to keep)
B = Controller or channel to add or remove
IMPORTANT: Consult user manual for your controller or sensor.
Adding a controller/channel:
Press P2 on controller A. Motor responds with a JOG and a BEEP.
Press STOP on a new controller to add it.
Deleting a controller/channel:
Press P2 on controller A. Motor responds with a JOG and a BEEP.
Press STOP on the controller B to remove it.
8 FAVORITE POSITIONING
8.1 Set a favorite position
Move shade to the desired position by pressing the UP or DOWN button on the controller.
Press P2 on the controller.
8.2 Send shade to favorite position
Press STOP on the controller.
8.3 Delete favorite position
Press P2 on the controller.
Press STOP on the controller.
9 TILT & ROLLER MODE
9.1 Toggle motor to Tilt Mode
Default motor mode is Roller after initial Limits have been set. Use following steps to change to Roller Mode.
Hold UP & DOWN on controller.
Press STOP on controller.
9.2 Toggle Motor to Roller Mode
If motor is in Tilt Mode, use following steps to change to Roller Mode.
Hold UP & DOWN on controller.
Press STOP on controller.
10 ADJUSTING SPEED
10.1 Increase Motor Speed
Default motor mode is the slowest speed.
Press P2.
Press UP.
10.2 Decrease Motor Speed
Press P2.
Press DOWN.
11 SOFT STOP CONFIGURATION
11.1 Turn Soft Stop OFF
Motor must be in slowest speed to turn Soft Stop OFF.
Press P2.
Press DOWN.
11.2 Turn Soft Stop ON
Motor must be in fastest speed to turn Soft Stop ON.
Press P2.
Press UP.
12 BATTERY CHECK FUNCTION
12.1 Send Shade to battery charge level
Shade must be at Upper Limit.
Hold UP for Approx. 5s.
Shade moves to percentage of battery charge remaining.
NOTE: This feature is can only be used with a DC motor when it is using a Battery Pack as its power source.
13 CHARGING LED
(ONLY FOR LI-ION MOTORS)
13.1 Turn Charging LED ON/OFF
Motor must be at Lower Limit.
Hold DOWN to toggle off.
Hold DOWN to toggle on.
CHARGING LED STATUS:
- SOLID GREEN: Motor is fully charged.
- BLINKING GREEN: Motor is charging. Battery charge is greater than 50%.
- BLINKING GREEN & RED: Motor is charging. Battery charge is lower than 50%.
14 SLEEP MODE
If multiple motors are grouped on a single channel, Sleep Mode may be used to put all but 1 motor to sleep, allowing programming of just the one motor that remains "Awake". See page 6 for detailed P1 functions.
Enter Sleep Mode
Sleep mode is utilized to prevent a motor from incorrect configuration during other motor setup.
Hold P1 button on the motor head.
EXiT Sleep Mode: Method 1
Exit sleep mode once the shade is ready.
Press and release P1 button on the motor head.
Exit Sleep Mode: Method 2
Remove power and then re-power the motor.
15 TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem | Cause | Remedy |
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Motor is not responding | Battery in motor is depleted or Power Supply is not working | Recharge with a compatible charger |
Insufficient charging from solar PV panel | Check connection and orientation of PV panel | |
Transmitter battery is discharged | Replace battery | |
Battery is inserted incorrectly into transmitter | Check battery polarity | |
Radio interference/shielding | Ensure transmitter is positioned away from metal objects and the aerial on motor or receiver is kept straight and away from metal | |
Receiver distance is too far from transmitter | Move transmitter to a closer position | |
Charging failure | Check power supply to motor is connected and active | |
Motor beeps x10 when in use | Battery voltage is low | Recharge with a compatible charger |
Cannot program a single motor (multiple motors respond) | Multiple motors are paired to the same channel | Always reserve an individual channel for programming functions. Use Sleep Mode to program individual motors. |
16 NOTES
General notes and additional information.