Rowley R-Tec Automation RTMLDSS50 User manual

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Slim Drapery Motor - The Slim Drapery Motor is designed to install
seamlessly behind the drapery panel with quiet start / stop operation,
the ability to easily charge without having to remove the motor and up to
500 open and close cycles per charge, providing the ultimate integrated
functionality without compromising the look of your window treatment.
The Slim Drapery Motor is compatible with our R-TEC Automation®Track
System and AriA®R-TEC Automation® 1 3/8" H-Rail Traverse Systems for
easy incorporation of draperies into the ARC™ motorized platform. The
Manual Override feature enables manual operation when needed. It offers
the option to power the motor with a Li-ion Battery with optional Solar Panel
recharging or continuous 110v AC Power Transformer with 10' or 30' Cord.
Slim Drapery Motor
RTMLDSS50
FEATURES
2-Way RF
Communication
Favorite
Position
Preferred
Open / Close
Limit Settings
Manual
Override
Obstruction
Detection
Quiet
Operation
Adjustable
Speed

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Technical Data / Pack Contents 4 - 5
Track & Belt Deductions
Installation 5
Safety 6
Wiring 7
Charging Options
AC Power Transformers
Assembly 8 - 11
General Schematics
Disassemble Existing Drapery Track Prior To Following Assembly Steps
Attaching & Removing the Motor
Attaching & Removing the Li-ion Battery or 110v AC Power Transformer
Functional Overview 12
P1 Button / Motor State Test
Programming / Initial Set Up 13 - 14
Pair Motor with Controller
Check / Change Motor Direction
Auto Set Limits
Adjusting Limits 15 - 16
Adjust Open Limit
Adjust Close Limit
Delete Limits
Controllers & Channels 16 - 17
Using Motor P1 Button
Using an Existing Controller to Add a New Controller or Channel
Using an Existing Controller to Delete a Controller or Channel
Favorite Positioning 18
Set a Favorite Position
Send Drapery to Favorite Position
Delete a Favorite Position
Adjust Motor Speed 19
Increase Motor Speed
Decrease Motor Speed

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TABLE OF CONTENTS CONT.
Manual Override Function 20
Operating with Manual Override Function
Turn Manual Override Function On / Off
Battery Check Function 21
Send Drapery to Battery Charge Level
RS485 Communication 21 - 22
Enable RS485 Communication
Disable RS485 Communication
RS485 Failure
Sleep Mode 23
Enter Sleep Mode
Exit Sleep Mode
External Low Voltage Switch Mode 24 - 25
Two Button Spring Return Switch (Default Mode)
Three Button Spring Return Switch
Single Button Spring Return Switch
Troubleshooting 26

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COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
TECHNICAL DATA / PACK CONTENTS
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Parameters Slim Drapery Motor
RTMLDSS50
Li-ion Battery
RTMLDSSB
110v AC Power
Transformer 10' (plug
RTMP included)
RTMLDSSPT
110v AC Power
Transformer 30' (plug
RTMP not included)
RTMLDSSPTCS
Max. Run Time 12 min. -
Torque 1.2 Nm -
Speed 120 RPM *
(Adj. to 80 or 100) -
Radio Frequency 433.92 MHz -
Sound Level ~44 DB -
Limit Switch Type Electronic -
Voltage Output - 14.4 V DC 18 V DC
Voltage Input 15 V DC - 110 V AC 60 Hz
Current 1.3 A - 2.0 A
Consumption 20 W 37.44 W 36 W
Battery Size / Type - 2600 mAh -
Charge Time - 8 hours ** (at 2 A) -
Charge Voltage - 5 V DC (Micro USB) -
Solar Panel Compatible - 5 V USB Compatible -
Power Cable Length - - 10' (3 m) 30' (9.1 m)
Weight 1.83 lbs. (0.83 Kg) 0.60 lbs. (0.27 Kg) 0.71 lbs. (0.32 Kg) 1.41 lbs. (0.64 Kg)
RF Protocol ARC™ -
RF Modulation FSK -
RF Signal Range 49 ft. (15 m) -
Temperature Working Range 32º F - 140º F (0º C - 60º C)
Limit Range ∞ -
Insulation Class Class A
Life Cycle Testing 10,000 Cycles | 50 Kg | Up to 11 m Track
Protection Class IP40 ***
*120 RPM is the default speed in operation | 80 RPM is the default speed during limit setting.
**Charge time is based on typical 5V / 2A charge rate of fully discharged battery, actual time may vary between batteries.
***Motor/Battery protection activates when battery voltage reaches 13.5 V DC (motor stops when battery is flat).

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TRACK & BELT DEDUCTIONS
PACK CONTENTS
Description
RTMLDSS50 Slim Drapery Motor
RTMLDSSB Li-ion Battery*
RTMLDSSPT 110v AC Power Transformer 10' (plug RTMP included)
RTMLDSSPTCS 110v AC Power Transformer 30' (plug RTMP not included)
1. Slim Drapery Motor (power options sold separately)
2. Instruction Manual
*Li-ion Battery requires Wall Battery Charger RTMLDSSBC & USB Charger Cable RTMLDSSUSB or Solar Panel Battery Charger RTMSOLAR2.
INSTALLATION
Installation Instructions: R-TEC Track System H-Rail Traverse System
Slim Drapery Motor with Li-ion Battery
12 7/8" 4 7/16"
17 5/16"
1 3/
4"
Slim Drapery Motor with 110v AC Power Transformer
12 7/8" 5 5/16" 10' or 30'
18 5/16"
1 3/
4"
NOTE: Above figures are for straight tracks only.
System Drive Pulley Return Pulley Track Length Belt Length
R-TEC Track
One Way Draw RTMDSS50DP RTMDSS50RP System Overall Length - 3 5/8"
Ex: 72" - 3 5/8" = 68 3/8" Track Length
(Track Length x 2) + 7 3/8"
Ex: (68 3/8" x 2) + 7 3/8" = 144 1/8"
R-TEC Track
Center Draw RTMDSS50DP (x 2) System Overall Length - 4 5/8"
Ex: 72" - 4 5/8" = 67 3/8" Track Length
(Track Length x 2) + 9 ½"
Ex: (67 3/8" x 2) + 9 ½" = 144 ¼"
AriA®1 3/8"
H-Rail Traverse
One Way Draw
RTFMH138PK/ System Overall Length - 7 ½"
Ex: 72" - 7 ½" = 64 ½" Track Length
(Track Length x 2) + 10"
Ex: (64 ½" x 2) + 10" = 139"
AriA®1 3/8"
H-Rail Traverse
Center Draw
RTFMH138PK/ System Overall Length - 7 ½"
Ex: 72" - 7 ½" = 64 ½" Track Length
(Track Length x 2) + 10"
Ex: (64 ½" x 2) + 10" = 139"

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SAFETY
Incorrect installation can lead to serious injury and will void manufacturer's liability and warranty.
WARNING
Do no dispose of in general waste.
Please recycle batteries and damaged electrical
products appropriately.
CAUTION
• Do not expose to moisture or extreme temperatures.
• Do not allow children to play with this device.
• Use or modification outside the scope of this instruction manual will void warranty.
• Installation and programming to be performed by a suitably qualified installer.
• For use within drapery treatments.
• Use only R-TEC Automation®hardware.
• Before installation, remove any unnecessary cords and disable any equipment not needed for powered operation.
• Ensure torque and operating time is compatible with end application.
• Do not expose the motor to water or install in humid or damp environments.
• Motor is to be installed in vertical application only.
• Do not drill into motor body.
• The routing of cable through walls shall be protected by isolating bushes or grommets.
• Ensure power cable and antenna are clear and protected from moving parts.
• If cable or power connector is damaged, do not use.
• Ensure all mechanical connections are secure.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS TO BE READ PRIOR
TO OPERATION
• It is important for the safety of persons to follow the enclosed instructions. Save these instructions for future reference.
• Persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge
should not be allowed to use this product.
• Keep remote controls away from children.
• Frequently inspect for improper operation. Do not use if repair or adjustment is necessary.
• Keep motor away from acid and alkali.
• Keep clear when in operation.

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Battery Charge
LED Indicator
CHARGING OPTIONS
AC POWER TRANSFORMERS
WIRING
Before first use, charge battery fully until LED indicator turns Green (Solid).
IMPORTANT
Charge Li-ion Battery RTMLDSSB using 5V Micro USB.
Solid Red = Charging
Solid Green = Fully Charged
Use optional Solar Panel Battery Charger RTMSOLAR2 for continuous recharging!
Disconnect the main power supply.
Connect the motor according to the information in the table below.
Ensure cable is kept clear of fabric.
IMPORTANT
Item # Power Neutral Live Earth Power Cord Length
RTMLDSSPT
120 V AC / 60 Hz White Black N/A 10' (3 m) RTMLDSSPTCS 30' (9.1 m)
RTMP Green N/A
Plug
RTMP
AC Power Transformer 30'
(plug RTMP not included)
RTMLDSSPTCS
AC Power Transformer 10'
(plug RTMP included)
RTMLDSSPT
Power OFF

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ASSEMBLY
GENERAL SCHEMATICS
R-TEC Automation®Track
slim drapery
motor* (can be
top mounted)
carrier
master carrier
body & arms
end
stop
drive belt
(inside track)
return pulley
system requirements:
1 drive pulley & 1 return
pulley for one-way draw;
2 drive pulleys for
center draw.
track
drive pulley bracket
end
hook
Additional Options:
• R-TEC Smart Controls
drive belt clip
Li-ion battery power option
(requires wall battery charger
RTMLDSSBC & USB charger cable
RTMLDSSUSB or Solar Panel
Battery Charger RTMSOLAR2)
110v AC power transformer
power option 10'
(plug RTMP included)
110v AC power transformer
power option 30'
(plug RTMP not included)
*Tandem alternative option.
5 channel handheld remote
with wall mount included
1
ALL
2
3
4
5

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AriA®1 3/8" Automated H-Rail Traverse
Li-ion battery power option
(requires wall battery charger
RTMLDSSBC & USB charger
cable RTMLDSSUSB or
Solar Panel Battery Charger
RTMSOLAR2)
110v AC power transformer
power option 10'
(plug RTMP included)
110v AC power transformer
power option 30'
(plug RTMP not included)
slim drapery
motor (cannot be
top mounted)
carrier
master carrier
body & arms
pendant
H-Rail
track
drive
pulley bracket
end
cap
return
pulley
drive belt
(inside track)
drive belt
clip
end cap
Additional Options:
• R-TEC Smart Controls 5 channel handheld remote
with wall mount included
1
ALL
2
3
4
5

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ATTACHING & REMOVING THE MOTOR
Attaching the Motor to the Drive Pulley
Slide the lock button fully left against the spring
pressure force.
Push to lock button fully to the right to ensure the two
are securely attached.
Align and engage the Motor with the Drive Pulley.
Check that the Motor and Drive Pulley are securely
attached by trying to pull them apart.
Removing the Motor from the Drive Pulley
Slide the lock button fully left against the spring
pressure force.
Pull the Motor away from the Drive Pulley.

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ATTACHING & REMOVING THE LI-ION BATTERY OR 110v AC
POWER TRANSFORMER
Attaching the Li-ion Battery or 110v AC
Power Transformer to the Motor
Slide the lock button fully left against the spring
pressure force.
Push to lock button fully to the right to ensure the two
are securely attached.
Align and engage the Li-ion Battery or 110v AC Power
Transfomer with the Motor.
Removing the Li-ion Battery or 110v AC
Power Transformer from the Motor
Slide the lock button fully left against the spring
pressure force.
Pull the Li-ion Battery or 110v AC Power Transformer
away from the Motor.
Check that the Motor and Li-ion Battery
or 110v AC Power Transfomer are
securely attached by trying to pull
them apart.

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P1 BUTTON / MOTOR STATE TEST
FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW
P1 Press Condition Function
Achieved Visual Feedback Audible Feedback Function Described
Short Press
then Release
(<2 seconds)
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
P1 Button
LED
RJ45
Antenna Hole
Approx. Approx.
Approx. Approx.
Sleep Mode
Approx.
Approx. Approx. Approx.
Enter Setting Mode
Approx.
Reset to Factory Settings
Hold P1 Button on Motor Head
Activate Pairing Mode
Approx.

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Hold P1 button on motor head.
Select a channel (15)
on the controller. Hold STOP on switch.
To check travel direction, press
UP or DOWN on controller.
Motor Response
Motor Response
Approx.
Approx.
Motor Response
or
PAIR MOTOR WITH CONTROLLER
CHECK / CHANGE MOTOR DIRECTION
PROGRAMMING / INITIAL SET UP
Motor is now in set up mode and ready for setting limits. When limits are not set only one remote channel can be paired
with the motor. When limits are set, up to ten channels can be paired with the motor.
IMPORTANT
Consult your user
manual for information
on selecting channel.
IMPORTANT
Reversing motor direction using this method
is only possible during initial set up.
IMPORTANT
Quick Press = Step
Long Press = Continuous Travel
To reverse travel direction, hold both
UP and DOWN on controller until
the motor responds.

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AUTO SET LIMITS
Press the UP or DOWN buttons on the controller.
Carrier will run to the end of the track.
When carrier has reached the end of the
track, it will automatically set the limit there.
Repeat for the opposite end.
or
To verify limits were successfully set, press up or
down to run to limit. Motor should now function with
slow start / slow stop feature. After the limits are set,
the motor will only move in the set limit range. If the
motor encounters a new obstacle a maximum of 3x at
the same position, the limit will automatically reset.
NOTE: If the motor encounters an obstacle, collision
detection will stop the motor to prevent damage.
IMPORTANT
Approx.
Motor Response
Initial set up is now complete.
The R-TEC Slim Drapery Motor features automatic limit detection. Once the motor is attached to a fabricated, installed track,
limits can be set with a few simple actions.
Press P1 on Motor for
10 seconds to enter setting mode
CHECK / CHANGE MOTOR DIRECTION CONT.
Motor Response
To reverse travel direction, hold both
UP and DOWN on controller until
the motor responds.
Approx. Approx. Approx.
Approx.
NOTE: Changing motor direction after initial set up (with limits already set) will clear the limits. Open and close the drapery to
re-set the limits automatically.

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ADJUSTING LIMITS
ADJUST OPEN LIMIT
ADJUST CLOSE LIMIT
To save open limit,
hold UP and STOP.
Hold UP and STOP
on the controller.
Move drapery to the desired
open position by pressing
the UP button.
Move drapery to the desired
closed position by pressing
the DOWN button.
To save close limit,
hold DOWN and STOP.
Hold DOWN and STOP
on the controller.
Once in limit adjustment mode, button selection on the remote must be made within 2 minutes. If not, motor will exit
adjustment mode.
To exit limit adjustment mode without making changes, press P1 or P2 and limits will remain unchanged.
Approx.
Motor Response
5
Motor Response
Approx. 5
Approx.
Motor Response
5
Motor Response
Approx. 5

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DELETE LIMITS
CONTROLLERS & CHANNELS
USING MOTOR P1 BUTTON
Hold P1 button on motor head. Hold STOP on the controller
to add or remove.
Motor Response Motor Response
Press DOWN
on the controller.
Press P2 on
the controller.
Press P2 on
the controller.
Motor ResponseMotor Response Motor Response
Approx.

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A = Existing controller or channel (to keep). B = Controller or channel to add or remove.
Press P2 on
controller A.
Press P2 a second time on
controller A.
Press P2 on new switch
or remote controller to remove it.
Motor ResponseMotor ResponseMotor Response
Consult your user manual for your controller or sensor.
IMPORTANT
USING AN EXISTING CONTROLLER TO DELETE A
CONTROLLER OR CHANNEL
USING AN EXISTING CONTROLLER TO ADD A NEW
CONTROLLER OR CHANNEL
A = Existing controller or channel (to keep). B = Controller or channel to add or remove.
Press P2 on
controller A.
Press P2 a second time on
controller A.
Press STOP on new switch
or remote controller to add it.
Motor ResponseMotor ResponseMotor Response

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FAVORITE POSITIONING
SET A FAVORITE POSITION
SEND DRAPERY TO FAVORITE POSITION
DELETE A FAVORITE POSITION
Move drapery to the desired position by pressing the UP or DOWN button on the controller.
Press STOP on controller for 2 seconds.
Press STOP on controller. Press STOP on controller.Press P2 on controller.
or
Motor ResponseMotor Response Motor Response
Press STOP on controller. Press STOP on controller.Press P2 on controller.
Approx.
Motor Response Motor Response Motor Response

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ADJUSTING MOTOR SPEED
INCREASE MOTOR SPEED
DECREASE MOTOR SPEED
Motor Response
Press P2 on controller. Press UP on controller. Press UP on controller.
Motor Response Motor Response
Motor Response
Press P2 on controller. Press DOWN on controller. Press DOWN on controller.
Motor Response Motor Response
There are three speed settings (80,100 & 120 RPM).
With limits set, the default speed is maximum speed. If motor responds to the inputs below with two quick beeps, the speed
setting is already at the maximum or minimum speed trying to be set. When motor limits are not set, default speed is minimum.

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MANUAL OVERRIDE FUNCTION
OPERATING WITH MANUAL OVERRIDE FUNCTION
TURN MANUAL OVERRIDE FUNCTION ON / OFF
The R-TEC Slim Drapery Motor exhibits a function which enables the motor to be initiated by hand draw. When the fabric is
displaced more than 10 cm by hand draw, the motor continues to move towards the drawn direction, until the limit is reached.
The Manual Override Function can be toggled on and off by pressing the P1 button for 10 seconds, followed by the STOP button.
Hold P1 button on motor
head for 10 seconds.
Hold STOP on the controller to
switch manual override function
on or off.
Motor Response Motor Response
Approx. Approx. Approx.
OPEN CLOSED
Hand draw drapery
fabric 10 cm to initiate
Manual Override
Function.