Smart Blind User Manual

Product Instruction

The THIRDREALITY ZigBee Smart Blind is a smart honeycomb curtain designed for simple installation and convenient control, functioning both online and offline. It is available in 20 sizes, allowing users to select the appropriate size based on their window width. The blind features a thoughtful design at the bottom that automatically detects the window sill and stops. It operates on Alkaline Batteries, with the drive units located at the bottom for easier battery replacement. Installation allows for remote and local control. More advanced intelligent control, such as voice control, app control, creating routines, setting schedules/timers, and setting groups, can be achieved by connecting to compatible gateways. These include Echo devices with built-in Zigbee hubs, SmartThings, Home Assistant, Eero 6 & Eero 6 Pro, Third Reality Hub, and Hubitat.

Product Features

• Directly work with compatible Echo devices: The Smart Blind is a standard ZigBee device compatible with Echo devices featuring a built-in Zigbee hub, including Echo 4th Gen, Echo Plus 1st Gen and 2nd Gen, Echo Show 10 2nd Gen and 3rd Gen, and Echo Studio.
• Work with multiple platforms: The Smart Blind can connect with SmartThings, Home Assistant, Eero 6 & Eero 6 Pro, Third Reality Hub, and Hubitat Elevation.
• Unique and novel design: Features a bottom drive design for more convenient daily operation and easier battery replacement. The bottom sensor design simplifies adjusting the blind's height up to 72 inches at any time.
• No worry about power support: Powered by AA batteries with over 6 months of life support, these batteries are cheap and easy to change. This eliminates concerns about windows being too high to reach an outlet or difficulty finding replacement batteries.
• Functions provided by Alexa App: Works with Alexa, offering multiple functions like scheduling, grouping, and routines. Users can set the blind to open or close based on sunrise or sunset times.
• Good shading and cordless design: Constructed with non-woven fabric and aluminum foil, it provides good thermal insulation, noise absorption, privacy protection, and light control, making it an ideal indoor window treatment for bedrooms, living rooms, and patio sliding doors. The cordless design ensures safety for children and pets.

Product Details

LED Status & Buttons

The LED indicator on the Smart Blind shows its status:

• Fast blinking: Pairing mode
• Slow blinking: Offline
• Double blinking: Low power

The control buttons on the bottom rail function as:

• Up: Retract the blind.
• Setting: Single press to stop; long press to enter pairing mode.
• Down: Extend the blind.

Bottom Sensor

When the Smart Blind is extending, the Bottom Sensor detects contact with any surface (like the window sill or your finger) and stops the blind. It is also used to set the desired resting position for the bottom of the Smart Blind.

Battery Cover

Ensure correct polarity when installing batteries into the battery cover. The Smart Blind requires 4 AA batteries, and the remote control uses 2 AA batteries.

Included Components

• L Bracket × 2
• U Bracket × 2
• Screw × 3
• Plastic Expansion Bolt × 3
• AA Battery × 6
• Smart Blind Remote Battery Cover (AA Battery × 2 included)

Installation

THIRDREALITY Smart Blind supports both inside and outside mounting. The package includes a pair of L brackets and a pair of U brackets, screws, and plastic expansion bolts. A PH2 screwdriver is required for mounting. For masonry surfaces, an M5 drill bit is recommended. Ensure the THIRDREALITY logo on the Smart Blind and the bracket features face inward during installation.

1. Choose Inside or Outside Mount

Select the mounting type based on your needs:

• Inside Mount: Ensure your window recess meets a minimum depth requirement of 2 inches.
• Outside Mount: If you wish to expose the entire window when the blind is fully closed, ensure there is at least 4.3 inches of flat space above the window.

a. Inside Mount

Measure and mark the position according to the diagram. For wooden surfaces, use a PH2 screwdriver and the provided screws to secure the bracket. For masonry surfaces, drill a pilot hole with an M5 drill bit, insert the plastic expansion bolt, and then use a PH2 screwdriver to secure the bracket with the provided screw.

b. Outside Mount

Measure and mark the corresponding position according to the diagram. For wooden surfaces, use a PH2 screwdriver and the provided screws to secure the bracket. For masonry surfaces, drill a pilot hole with an M5 drill bit, insert the plastic expansion bolt, and then use a PH2 screwdriver to secure the bracket with the provided screw. Finally, insert the plastic expansion bolt into the hole and use a PH2 screwdriver to fasten the bracket.

2. Install Batteries

Unscrew the battery cover using a PH2 screwdriver, install the 4 provided AA batteries, and then close and secure the battery cover with the screw.

3. Mount the Blind

• Outside Mount: Align the outside of the top rail with the brackets and push the smart blind upwards to secure it. The bracket's button should pop up with a clicking sound, indicating it is secured. To uninstall, push the bracket's button and pull the blind down.
• Inside Mount: Align the inside of the top rail with the brackets and push the smart blind upwards to secure it. To uninstall, push the outside of the brackets and pull the blind down.

Note: Gently shake the blind to ensure it is in close contact with the extension bracket.

4. Set Bottom Position

Press the UP button to retract the Smart Blind to its highest position (0 percent). Press the DOWN button to extend the blind. Stop the bottom rail at your desired position by pressing the setting/stop button. To set this as the preset bottom position: hold the bottom sensor with your finger, press the DOWN button, release the DOWN button first, then release the bottom sensor. The Smart Blind will automatically stop at this preset position during future extensions.

Note: Press and hold the DOWN button on the smart blind for 5 seconds to clear the currently set bottom position.

A QR code is provided that links to an instruction video on YouTube.

Local Using of Smart Blind

Optimum Height

The THIRDREALITY Smart Blind supports a maximum height of 72 inches.

Local Control

The Smart Blind can be controlled using the remote or the three control buttons located on the bottom rail.

Pairing with Different Brands

Pairing with Amazon Echo

Compatible Devices: Echo V4, Echo Plus V1 & V2, Echo Studio, Echo Show 10 Gen2 & Gen3.
App: Amazon Alexa App.

Pairing Steps:

1. Long press the setting button of the blinds for more than 5 seconds until the LED light flashes rapidly in red, indicating the Smart Blind is in pairing mode.
2. Before pairing, ensure your Echo devices are updated to the latest version. Say, "Alexa, discover my devices." Alternatively, open the Alexa App, go to the device page, tap "+" on the top right, choose "Add Device," then click "other" by sliding down, and tap "DISCOVER DEVICES." Wait a few seconds for the Smart Blind to be paired to Alexa.
3. After successful pairing, you can control the blinds by voice and the App.

Using Smart Blind with Alexa

Voice Control:

• "Alexa, turn on / off first blind."
• "Alexa, set / turn on / turn off / turn up / turn down / open / close first blind to 50%."

Routines:

You can create routines in your Alexa App to turn the Smart Blind on/off or set any open percentage. For example, a routine can be created with a motion sensor as a trigger to open the Smart Blind upon entering a room, or to open/close the blind at sunrise/sunset.

Note: A voice command like "Alexa, turn on first blind." cannot be interrupted by "Alexa, turn off first blind." and vice versa. A command like "Alexa, set first blind to 80%." can be interrupted by "Alexa, set first blind to 20%."

Pairing with Eero

Compatible Devices: Eero 6 & Eero 6 Pro.
App: Eero App, Alexa App.

Pairing Steps:

1. Ensure your Eero App account is logged in and the gateway is properly connected.
2. Open the Alexa App and register your account, then enable the Eero Skill for the Alexa App.
3. Long press the setting button of the blinds for more than 5 seconds until the LED light flashes rapidly in red, indicating the Smart Blind is in pairing mode.
4. Before pairing, ensure Echo devices are updated. Say, "Alexa, discover my devices." Or open the Alexa App, go to the device page, tap "+" on the top right, choose "Add Device," then click "other" by sliding down, and tap "DISCOVER DEVICES." Wait a few seconds for the smart blinds to be paired to Alexa.
5. After successful pairing, you can control the blinds by voice and App.

Pairing with SmartThings

Compatible Devices: SmartThings Hub 2015&2018, Aeotec.
App: SmartThings App.

Pairing Steps:

1. Long press the setting button of the blinds for more than 5 seconds until the LED light flashes rapidly in red, indicating the Smart Blind is in pairing mode.
2. Add SmartThings drivers for Smart Blind: Open the provided link in your PC browser, log in to your SmartThings Account, and click "Enroll" -- "Available Drivers" -- "Install" to install the Zigbee Contact driver.
3. Open the SmartThings App, tap "+" on the top right, then click "Add Devices," and choose "Scan nearby."
4. After pairing is successful, the Smart Blind will be displayed as "Third Reality Smart Blind" on the page.
5. You can control the Smart Blind from its details page.
6. You can also make your Smart Blind smarter by adding automations in the SmartThings App.

Pairing with Home Assistant

Pairing Steps:

1. Long press the setting button of the blinds for more than 5 seconds until the LED light flashes rapidly in red, indicating the Smart Blind is in pairing mode.
2. Ensure Home Assistant Integrations ZigBee Home Automation Setup is ready, then click "+ Add Device" on the Device Page.
3. After pairing, it will be shown as "Third Reality, Inc 3RSB015BZ" on the page.
4. Navigate back to the "Devices & Services" page, click the device list under the "HubZ Smart Home Controller" button, then find the Smart Blind. Click to enter the control interface to operate the Smart Blind.
5. You can add "Automated Actions" and check device status on the "Device" page.

Pairing with Third Reality

ZigBee Hub Prepare: Third Reality Smart Hub.
App: Third Reality App.

Pairing Steps:

1. Long press the setting button of the blinds for more than 5 seconds until the LED light flashes rapidly in red, indicating the Smart Blind is in pairing mode.
2. Open the Third Reality App, go to the device page, tap "+" belonging to the Hub, choose "Smart Blind," then click "Pair."
3. After successful pairing, tap "Complete" to return to the main interface.
4. Tap the "Smart Blind" icon on the device page to view details such as Battery, History Records, etc., and follow the instructions to control the Smart Blind.

Using Smart Blind with Third Reality Hub:

After adding the Smart Blind to your Third Reality Smart Hub, enable the Third Reality Skill and tap "DISCOVER DEVICES" in your Alexa App. You can then use the voice assistant or create routines in your Alexa App to control the Smart Blind.

Pairing with Hubitat

Website: http://find.hubitat.com/

Pairing Steps:

1. Long press the setting button of the blinds for more than 5 seconds until the LED light flashes rapidly in red, indicating the Smart Blind is in pairing mode.
2. Log in to the website and click "Connect to Hub."
3. After pairing with the Hub, choose "Devices," then click "Discover Devices," tap "ZigBee," and choose "Start ZigBee Pairing."
4. After successful pairing, it will show on the page as "ThirdReality Smart Blind." Click "Label" to rename the Smart Blind and then tap "save."
5. Go to the Device page, you will see the Smart Blind. Click it to view the controlling buttons: "Close," "Open," "Set Level," "Pause."

Troubleshooting

1. Factory Reset

Press and hold the setting "[Setting Button]" button of the blinds for more than 5 seconds until the LED light flashes rapidly in red, indicating pairing mode. A factory reset will revert the preset bottom position to the default (72 inches), requiring you to reset your desired bottom position.

2. Fail to pair with Echo

• Ensure your Echo Speaker is compatible with the Smart Blind (including Echo 4th Gen, Echo Plus 1st Gen and 2nd Gen, Echo Show 10 2nd Gen and 3rd Gen, and Echo Studio) and updated to the latest version.
• Please ensure your Echo devices are set up before adding the Smart Blind.
• Reboot the Echo speaker by unplugging and plugging it back in, then try to pair the Smart Blind again.
• Factory reset the Echo speaker (press and hold the Action button for 25 seconds; the light ring will pulse orange, then turn off. Wait for the light ring to turn back on and turn blue, then orange again, indicating setup mode), then try to pair the Smart Blind again.

3. Smart Blind is not responding after pairing with Echo device

• Check the LED indicator status of the smart blind. Blinking once every 3 seconds means it is offline. Reboot the Echo speaker and factory reset the Smart Blind, then pair them again.
• If the issue persists, try deregistering the Echo speaker and registering it back in, then attempt to pair the Smart Blind.

4. How to change the bottom position of the Smart Blind

Press the UP button to retract the Smart Blind to the highest position (original zero percent). Press the DOWN button to extend the blind, stopping the bottom rail at your desired position by pressing the setting/stop button. To set this as the preset bottom position: hold the bottom sensor with your finger, press the DOWN button, release the DOWN button first, then release the bottom sensor. The Smart Blind will stop at this position automatically next time it extends.

5. The "up" and "down" buttons of Smart blind reverse to the actual movement

When this occurs, press the "Up" button to move the Smart Blind to the lowest position. It will then continue moving to the highest position. Subsequently, the "Up" and "Down" buttons will correspond correctly with the actual direction of movement.

6. Button no response after installation

Please confirm whether the batteries are installed correctly.

7. How to stop the Smart Blind when it's extending/retracting?

You can stop the Smart Blind from extending or retracting by using the Stop command via the Stop button on the bottom rail, the remote, or within your Third Reality App. It is not possible to stop the blind using Up/Down commands on the bottom rail or remote, or via voice commands like "Turn On / Off the first blind."

FCC Regulatory Conformance

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to 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.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: 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 causes 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.

NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

RF Exposure

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Limited Warranty

For limited warranty information, please visit www.3reality.com/devicesupport.

For customer support, please contact info@3reality.com or visit www.3reality.com.

For help and troubleshooting related to Amazon Alexa, visit the Alexa app.