Lutron Electronics VIMCO SIVOIA SV-MDU-20-KIT Manual

1System Dimensions Overview pg. 3
2Fasten Mounting Brackets pg. 4,5
3Attaching MDU and Idler Support pg. 6 4
4Hanging the Shade pg. 7
5Wiring the System pg. 8,9
6MDU Setup pg. 10,11
7Shade Controls pg. 12
8MDU w/ SV-IR Module pg. 13
9Troubleshooting pg. 14
10 Part Specs pg. 15
Contents
Motorized Shade Systems
Infrared Handheld
Transmitter
Idler
Support
Fabric & Roller Assembly
Motor Drive Unit (MDU)
Wallstation Controls
Transformer
SV-IR Infrared Receiver Module
A Typical Sivoia™Motorized Shade System
(Wallstation Controls, Transformer, SV-IR Infrared Receiver Module, and Infrared Remote Control not included with this Kit)
Revised 5/14/01
Installation & Operating Instructions
SV-MDU-20-KIT Single Shade
Installation Kit
TM

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CARTON CONTENTS
Motor Drive Unit (MDU)
(exploded view - ships assembled)
SV-IR Module Connecting
Wire (SV-IR Module sold
separately)
MDU & Idler Support Mounting
Brackets
MDU & Idler Support
Ceiling-Mount Brackets
Idler Support
1/2” Idler and MDU
Truss-head Screws
(x8)
2” Pan-Head Mounting
Bracket Screws (x8)
Home Position Reset Lever
(A or B)
• #2 Phillips Screwdriver
• 1/8 in. Straight Blade Screwdriver
• Power Drill: Drill Bits, Screwdriver Attachments
• Level
• Pliers
• Tape Measure
• Wire Cutter
• Wire Stripper
TOOLS REQUIRED

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1SYSTEM DIMENSIONS OVERVIEW
Use the following diagrams in conjunction with the Sivoia Order Invoice to accurately position the mounting brackets.
Bracket to Bracket Width
(FW + 4” (102 mm))
Fabric Width (FW)
2 3/4”
(70 mm)
1 1/4”
(32 mm)
Bracket to Bracket Width
(FW + 4” (102 mm))
Fabric Width (FW)
2 3/4”
(70 mm)
1 1/4”
(32 mm)
Figure 1: Standard Mounting Bracket Application
Figure 2: Ceiling-Mount Bracket Application

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2FASTEN MOUNTING BRACKETS
A. Position the bracket’s “teeth” for each bracket at the ends of the fabric width as shown. Use a level to ensure
the brackets are at the same height and parallel to the window casing.
Note: Fasten the top of the brackets 5”(127 mm) from the top of the window trim to ensure complete window
exposure when the shades are in full up position.
B. Fasten the brackets to studs in the wall using four(4) pan-head mounting bracket screws.
Fabric Width
5”
(127mm) 5”
(127mm)
A
B
Fabric Edge
Fabric Edge
Teeth
Line up the bracket teeth with the
fabric edge
Once the mounting brackets have been fastened to the wall, confirm the Bracket to Bracket Width
as listed on the Sivoia Order Invoice. Refer to Figure 1 on page 3 for a detailed diagram. Make any
necessary bracket position adjustments based on this assessment.

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2FASTEN MOUNTING BRACKETS (CONT’D)
For Ceiling-Mount Applications...
Follow steps A & B from the previous page, then line up and fasten the brackets as shown.
Note: Make sure the opening of the ceiling bracket faces outward towards the room.
Fabric Edge
Wall
Ceiling
Bracket
Top View
5”
(127mm)
Line up this bracket edge with the
fabric edge
Face this open-
ing outward
towards the room
when mounting
Once the ceiling-mount brackets have been fastened to the ceiling, confirm the Bracket to Bracket
Width as listed on the Sivoia Order Invoice. Refer to Figure 2 on page 3 for a detailed diagram. Make
any necessary bracket position adjustments based on this assessment.

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3 ATTACH MDU and IDLER SUPPORT
A. Attach the idler support to the mounting bracket
using three (3) truss-head screws.
B. Attach the MDU to the mounting bracket using three
(3) truss-head screws.
4HANGING THE SHADE
A. Unwrap approximately 1 ft. (0.3 m) of material and insert the edge of the material between the guide posts of the home
position reset lever.
B. Attach the shade to the MDU first by engaging the roller’s hexagonal socket with the motor’s hexagonal drive ball. You
may need to rotate the roller in order to push the shade over the hexagonal drive ball.
C. Insert the idler pin into the upper slot of the idler support and drop it into place.
A
C
B
Home Position
Reset Lever

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4HANGING THE SHADE (CONT’D)
D. Tighten the idler's shade retaining screw to keep the
idler pin secure/ “locked”. E. Adjust the shade leveling screw to level the
shade roller.
D
D
E
E
Shade Retaining
Screw “Locked”
Shade Retaining
Screw
Shade
Leveling
Screw
CAUTION! Not setting the shade retaining screw
into the "locked" position prior to operating the
unit can result in damage to the system.

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A
C
12345678
Cntrl 1
Cntrl 2
Ground
AC AC Drain MUX MUX
B
Do not connect if there is only one MDU in the system. If
there are multiple MDU's in the system,the MDU's must be wired
together. Connect the MUX, Drain, and MUX terminals of each MDU
together in a daisy chain or homerun configuration.
To a Sivoia wall mounted keypad, or a Sivoia interface such as
the SV-CCI or the SV-GRXI. The CNTRL1 and CNTRL2 wires
are polarity sensitive.
5 MDU WIRING - SINGLE MOTOR
Connecting Wires to the MDU Terminal Block
The terminal block located at the bottom of the MDU is the wire
connection point for: power, communication, keypads, and interfaces.
A. Remove terminal block cover (if not yet removed) by pressing in
on the cover and then pulling downward.
B. Grasp terminal block and pull down to separate from connecting
block.
C. Connect wires to the terminal block according to the diagram
below.
D. Replace the terminal block and the terminal block cover.
Wire to a Sivoia plug-in transformer, junction box mount
transformer, or a Sivoia power panel. Each MDU must be EARTH
grounded. One Sivoia transformer can power ONLY ONE MDU
regardless of shade size.
Wire Type
Control
Description
2 conductors / #22-24 AWG
3 conductors (2 shielded, 1 drain) / #24 AWG
Belden®wire model #1883A
3 conductors #22 AWG
Lutron model # SV-IR-EXT-10
3 conductors:
2 / #18-22 AWG (24 VAC power supply)
1 / #18-22 AWG (earth ground)
6 conductors:
2 / #16 AWG (24 VAC power supply)
1 / #18 AWG (earth ground)
3 #22 AWG shielded + 1 #24 AWG drain (comm link)
(Lutron wire model no. SV-CBL-MDU-250)
Control to MDU: 250 ft.(76 m)
Max. Length
4000 ft. (1333 m) per system
1000 ft. (333 m) from MDU to MDU
50 ft. (15 m) per system - total of
5 SV-IR-EXT-10, 10 ft. (3 m) each
MDU to Sivoia power panel:
200 ft. (61 m)
Transformer to MDU:
#18 AWG - 150 ft. (46 m)
#20 AWG - 100 ft. (31 m)
#22 AWG - 60 ft. (18 m)
A
Comm Link B
Comm & Power
( & combined)
D
Power Wires C
SV-IR Extension
Cable E
C
A
B
Control
Comm
Link
Power
Supply
B

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B
C
Drain
MUX
MUX
12345678
Cntrl 1
Cntrl 2
Ground
AC
AC
Drain
MUX
MUX
A
C
12345678
Cntrl 1
Cntrl 2
Ground
AC AC Drain MUX MUX
ACC
ACC G
N
D
B B
A
5 MDU WIRING - WIRING MULTIPLE MOTORS TOGETHER
Wire to a Sivoia plug-in transformer, junction box mount
transformer, or a Sivoia power panel. Each MDU must be
EARTH grounded. One Sivoia transformer can power ONLY
ONE MDU regardless of shade size.
To a Sivoia wall
mounted keypad, or
a Sivoia interface
To a Sivoia wall
mounted keypad, or
a Sivoia interface
A maximum of 64 MDU's can be wired
together per system
MDU Terminal Blocks
Control
Comm Link
Comm Link
Power
Supply
Control
Next
MDU Next
MDU
Comm Link
Power Supply
Wire Type
Control
Description
2 conductors / #22-24 AWG
3 conductors (2 shielded, 1 drain) / #24 AWG
Belden®wire model #1883A
3 conductors #22 AWG
Lutron model # SV-IR-EXT-10
3 conductors:
2 / #18-22 AWG (24 VAC power supply)
1 / #18-22 AWG (earth ground)
6 conductors:
2 / #16 AWG (24 VAC power supply)
1 / #18 AWG (earth ground)
3 #22 AWG shielded + 1 #24 AWG drain (comm link)
(Lutron wire model no. SV-CBL-MDU-250)
Control to MDU: 250 ft. (76 m)
Max. Length
4000 ft. (1333 m) per system
1000 ft. (333 m) from MDU to MDU
50 ft. (15 m) per system - total of
5 SV-IR-EXT-10, 10 ft. (3 m) each
MDU to Sivoia power panel:
200 ft. (61 m)
Transformer to MDU:
#18 AWG - 150 ft. (46 m)
#20 AWG - 100 ft. (31 m)
#22 AWG - 60 ft. (18 m)
A
Comm Link B
Comm & Power
( & combined)
D
Power Wires C
SV-IR Extension
Cable E
C
B

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6 MOTOR DRIVE UNIT (MDU) SETUP - SINGLE MDU
SET
RAISE
LOWER
MODE
Home Position: Calibrates the shade position with respect to the hembar so
that the upper and lower limits can be set properly.
Upper Limit: The position the shade moves to when it opens.
Lower Limit: The position the shade moves to when it closes.
Programming Table
STEPS MODE
Home Position:
Press the Mode button on the
MDU until the display reads
Upper Limit:
Press the Mode button on the
MDU until the display reads
Lower Limit:
Press the Mode button on the
MDU until the display reads
STEP 2
STEP 3
No adjustment is necessary.
Use the Raise and Lower
buttons on the MDU to set the
highest desired point of shade
travel.
Use the Raise and Lower
buttons on the MDU to set the
lowest desired point of shade
travel.
Press the Set button. The
shade will move and set its
Home Position automatically.
The display will then go
blank.
Press the Set button to save
the current position as the
“Upper Limit.” The display
will read and blink for 4
seconds, then go blank.
Press the Set Button to save
the current position as the
“Lower Limit.” The display
will read and blink for 4
seconds, then go blank.
ADJUST SET
Mode Button
Raise and Lower
Buttons
Set Button
Display on bottom of MDU
Each Sivoia MDU must be setup when first plugged in. If there is only one MDU in the system, the home position, upper
limit and lower limit are the only setups required. Follow the programming steps outlined in the programming table
below. If the system has multiple MDU's, follow the single MDU setup directions for each MDU and then continue with
the setup codes for multiple MDU systems on the next page.
STEP 1
This step must
be repeated
each time a
shade is
installed or
replaced!

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All MDU’s with the same room
address and the
same address
Multiple MDU Set-Up Codes
6 MOTOR DRIVE UNIT (MDU) SETUP - MULTIPLE MDU's
Control Station: Determines which MDU's in the system will respond to a "Group" keypad or "Group" interface control
that is wired to the MDU being setup. It is not necessary to change the control station setting of an MDU that does not have
any keypads or interfaces wired to it.
Room Address: The room address groups MDU's on the communication link. A group is defined as all MDU's with the
same room address number. There are 32 room addresses available in a single system, therefore, a system can have up to
32 groups. Typically, all MDU's in a room will be set to the same room address. Use the room address to help determine
how keypads will control the MDU's in the system. Refer to the control station setting table below for information on how
the room address setting affects how the system is controlled by keypads or interfaces.
Scene Lockout: Turns off the ability to set or adjust PRESET stop points. To activate, set the scene lockout setting to 1.
To deactivate, set the scene lockout setting to 0. Changing this setting on any MDU will adjust all the MDU's in the system.
It is not necessary to deactivate the scene lockout setting from the same MDU it was activated it on.
Link Address: Each MDU must be set to a unique Link Address number to allow the MDU's to communicate on the
communication link. There are 64 link addresses available, meaning the maximum number of MDU's in a single system is
64.
Any keypad or interface CANNOT be wired to more
than one MDU.
Group keypads/interfaces and individual
keypads/interfaces can be wired to the same MDU.
A maximum of 9 keypads/interfaces can be wired
to one MDU.
There are two types of Sivoia keypads and inter-
faces, group and individual types. The table to
the left describes how a group type controls a sys-
tem depending on the setting of the MDU it
is wired to. An individual type only controls the
MDU it is wired to, regardless of the setting
of the MDU it is wired to.
SPECIAL NOTES:
Control Station Setting Table
MDU
CS
Setting
0
1
2
Which MDU’s in a System Will
Respond
All MDU’s with the same room
address
All MDU’s in the system
All MDU’s with the same room
address and the same Front (F)
or Rear (r) assignment in the
address
4
3
5
All MDU’s with the same room
address and the same number (1,
2, 3, or 4) in the address setting
All Front MDU’s or all Rear MDU’s
in the system
What MDU Address Settings
Determine which MDU in the
System Will Respond
Room address
Room address
IR address
Not dependent on and
address settings
Room address
Front or Rear in the
IR address
Room address
Same number (1, 2, 3, or 4) in the
IR address
Front or Rear in the
IR address
IR Address: Used to set the IR address a MDU will respond to. Some IR hand controls have the ability to control sub-
groups of shades within a group, as defined by the room address described above. There are 8 subgroups available. Each
IR address (subgroup) is made up of two parts, the IR address number (1,2,3 or 4) and its shade location (F or r), the
FRONT shade or the REAR shade. Any number of MDU's can have the same IR address. The IR address can also be used to
determine subgroups of the MDU's when a keypad or interface is used to control the system. Refer to the control station
setting table below for information on how the IR address affects how the system is controlled by keypads or interfaces.

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7SHADE CONTROLS
Surface Mount Group Wall Keypad - SV-1PG-WH
Note: Pressing any button while shade is moving will stop the shade.
LUTRON
SETTING PRESET:
1.) Use the Raise and Lower buttons until shade is at the level you wish to store as the "PRESET".
2.) Press and hold the Preset button (approximately 4 seconds) until appears in the MDU's LED display.
OPEN
PRESET
CLOSE
PRESS ONCE:
Shade goes to upper
limit
PRESS ONCE:
Shade goes to lower
limit
PRESS:
To lower shade
PRESS:
To raise shade
PRESS ONCE:
Shade goes to preset
level
Front View Rear View
MDU Pin 1
CNTRL 1
MDU Pin 2
CNTRL 2
PRESS:
To lower shade
PRESS ONCE:
Shade goes to upper
limit
PRESS ONCE:
Shade goes to lower
limit
PRESS:
To raise shade
Note: Pressing any button while shade is moving will stop the shade.
Split Button Open/Close Infrared Handheld Transmitter - SV - OCIT

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8MDU WITH SV-IR INFRARED RECEIVER MODULE
Sivoia™system covered by
decorative valence
The SV-IR allows the MDU to be controlled directly with a Sivoia Infrared Handheld Transmitter (SV-OCIT, SV-3PIT, or
SV-4GD-OCIT). The SV-IR receiver connects to the MDU via a 20” (51 cm) cable. This provides the SV-IR receiver
ample mounting range to offset any infrared signal restriction caused by a protective/decorative covering for the shade
system. To extend the IR receiver mounting range, add up to five (5) SV-IR-EXT-10 extension cables (10 ft [3 m] each).
Note: To control an individual shade with an IR transmitter, the SV-IR must be connected to that MDU. If there is a
Group/Subgroup of MDU’s with the same Room/IR Address (see page 11),the SV-IR need only be connected to
one of those MDU’s to control the entire Group/Subgroup.
- The SV-IR receiver must be located to allow line-of-sight reception of infrared signals.
- The SV-IR has a range of 30' when receiving infrared signals.
- The SV-IR must NOT be located near lighting fixtures or in direct sunlight.
- The SV-IR must be located within 50 ft. (15 m) of the MDU it is connected to. Add up to five (5) SV-IR-EXT-10
extension cables (10 ft [3 m] each).
MDU
SV-IR Infrared Receiver Module

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PROBLEM SOLUTION
The shade will not go up or down. 1. Check power to the motor unit by pressing the MODE but-
ton. If the LED display does not show HP check that:
• transformer is plugged into a live outlet.
• power wiring is not shorted.
• power wiring terminal is not miswired or
disconnected.
2. If the LED display shows HP, try to raise and lower the
shade using the buttons marked raise and lower on the
motor drive unit. If the shade does not respond, the shade
material or weight bar may be binding on the roller frame or
end brackets. Check for and clear all obstructions.
The shade does not respond to control. 1. Check that power is connected to the shade.
2. Check that the wall keypad has been wired correctly.
3. Check that the control terminal block is connected securely
and in the proper order.
4. Check batteries if using IR remote
The shade does not roll straight. (Fabric veers or telescopes) 1. If the shade veers or telescopes toward the right, correct by
lowering shade completely and place a piece of tape as
close to the left edge of the roller as possible. If shade
veers or telescopes towards the left, tape must be placed as
close to the right edge of the roller as possible. Note multi-
ple pieces may be necessary.
9 TROUBLESHOOTING

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10 PART SPECS
1.63”
(41 mm)
4.80”
(122 mm)
2.75”
(70 mm)
2.40”
(61 mm) 2.40”
(61 mm)
2.76”
(70 mm)
1.25”
(32 mm)
2.76”
(70 mm)
3.91”
(99 mm) 3.91”
(99 mm)
2.84”
(72 mm)
2.20”
(56 mm)
3.20”
(81 mm)
0.5”
(13 mm)
Idler Support
MDU Mounting Bracket Idler Mounting Bracket
Ceiling-Mount Bracket
MDU Dimensions
B
Side View “A” Side View “B”
Front
View
Front ViewSide View
Front ViewSide View
Top ViewSide View Top ViewSide View
Back
View
3.25”
(82 mm) 2.40”
(61 mm)
4”
(102 mm)
6.75”
(171 mm)

LIMITED WARRANTY
SIVOIA™MOTORIZED WINDOW SHADE SYSTEM EIGHT YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Vimco warrants, for eight years from shipment, each new SIVOIA Motorized Window Shade System to be free from defects in materials or workmanship under
conditions of normal use and specified ambient temperature when installed and operated in accordance with Vimco product specifications, applicable local
electrical and building codes, applicable National Electrical Code provisions, and the Safety Standards of Underwriter's Laboratories.
What Vimco Will Do
Upon the return of a system or system component, subsequently determined by Vimco to be defective, Vimco will, in its sole discretion, repair or replace the
defective system or system component, provided that Vimco was promptly notified of the alleged defect within the warranty period, and provided that the sys-
tem or system component was properly installed, wired, insulated, used, and maintained, as determined solely by Vimco. Vimco shall not be required to
remove, install, or re-install any system or system component alleged to be defective.
Vimco will issue a credit for the cost of the repair or the replacement in accordance with the following schedule:
For the first 2 years after the date of shipment 100%
For years 3, 4, and 5 after the date of shipment 50%
For years 6, 7, and 8 after the date of shipment 25%
What This Warranty Does Not Cover
1. Damage or improper operation determined by Vimco to be due to normal wear and tear, or to abuse, misuse, or accident, such as:
a. Use of incorrect line voltages;
b. Use of incorrect fuses or circuit breakers;
c. Failure to follow operating instructions provided by Vimco;
d. Unauthorized repairs or adjustments or alterations;
e. Direct exposure to corrosive materials;
f. Vandalism;
g. Fire, flood, "Acts of God", and other factors beyond the control of Vimco.
2. The cost of labor, including any labor required to remove, install, or re-program any replacement item.
3. Components and equipment external to the SIVOIA Motorized Window Shade System, such as:
a. Non-Lutron lighting and automation systems;
b. Building wiring; and
c. Other manufacturers’ equipment, including, but not limited to:
i. Time clocks;
ii. Audio-visual equipment; and
iii. Photo sensors.
4. The cost of repairing or replacing property or equipment other than the warranted system.
How to Get Service under This Warranty
Should you experience the need for service under this warranty, please contact your SIVOIA Motorized Window Shade System service representative immedi-
ately; or
Contact Vimco by telephone toll-free at:
1-800-446-1503; or
By mail to: VIMCO Shading Systems
11520 Sun Shade Lane
Ashland, VA 23005
or;
By E-mail: [email protected]
LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE. THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES.
THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO TWO YEARS FROM THE DATE OF SHIPMENT. VIMCO SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
ANY REPAIR WORK UNDERTAKEN WITHOUT ITS PROPER WRITTEN CONSENT, OR FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR SPECIAL DAMAGES.
VIMCO’S LIABILITY ON ANY CLAIM FOR DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE MANUFACTURE, SALE, INSTALLATION,
DELIVERY, USE, REPAIR, OR REPLACEMENT OF THE SHADING SYSTEM SHALL NEVER EXCEED THE PRICE PAID FOR THE SYSTEM. SOME
STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR
EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
This product may be covered under one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 5,467,266; 5,671,387; 5,848,634; 6,100,659; DES. 317,593; DES. 344,068; DES.
370,663; DES. 378,814; DES. 387,736 DES. 391,924; DES. 396,448; AND DES. 437,585; and corresponding foreign patents. U.S. and foreign patents pending. Lutron
is a registered trademark of Lutron Electronics Co., Inc. The VIMCO logo is a registered trademark of Virginia Iron & Metal Company, Inc. Sivoia is a trademark of Lutron
Electronics Co., Inc.
© 2001 Virginia Iron & Metal Company, Inc.
Internet: www.vimco.com, www.lutron.com
VIMCO
Made and printed in U.S.A.
P/N 045-003 Rev. B 7/01