SOMFY THERMOSUNIS WIREFREE User manual

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SOMFY INSTRUCTIONS
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THERMOSUNIS WIREFREE RTS
LIGHT & TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Part# 9013708
The Thermosunis RTS Light and Temperature Sensor is a wireless transmitter compatible with RTS motorized window coverings.
Window or Sill mounted, the Thermosunis RTS operates motorized window coverings in accordance to room temperature or the amount
of sunlight received. Sensitivity (threshold) settings can be adjusted to accommodate various sunlight intensity and room temperatures
to provide the ultimate in comfort and protection from harmful UV rays.
Commands are transmitted by radio waves at 433.42 MHZ
Power: 3V Lithium battery, CR430
Operating temperature: 0 deg. C/32 deg. F - +60deg. C/140 deg. F
Range: Up to 65ft.
Mount: Window glass/sill
Dimensions: Diameter 2 3/16” /(55.5mm) x Depth 3/4” /(19mm)
Indoor Use Only
PROGRAMMING: ADDING A THERMOSUNIS WIREFREE™ RTS SENSOR - INITIAL INSTALLATION
NOTE: During initial programming, it is recommended that power is provided only to motorized window covering being programmed.
1. Carefully remove rear cover to expose sensor control setting panel.
2. Set the motorized window covering into Programming Mode
(Refer to the installation instructions of the relevant RTS
receiver or motor for this procedure).
3. Slide the On/Off Selector Switch to the ON or position.
Sun LED Indicator will illuminate for 5 seconds then extinguish.
4. Using a paper clip, pen or similar device, briefly press the Programming
Button (for 1 second) located on the control setting panel of the
Thermosunis (See Figure 1). The motorized window covering will confirm
the addition of the Thermosunis sensor in their respective manners.
NOTE: Repeat steps 1-3 when multiple motorized window coverings are required to operate
from the Thermosunis sensor.
On/Off Selector Switch
Programming
Button
Control
Setting
Panel
PROGRAMMING: DELETING A THERMOSUNIS WIREFREE™RTS SENSOR FROM MEMORY
Rear Cover
Sun LED
Indicator
Figure 1
1. Using a paper clip, pen or similar device, press and hold the Programming Button
on a previously addressed Thermosunis or Somfy Transmitter. (Telis, DecoFlex, etc.) (See Figure 1). The
motorized window covering will confirm Programming mode their respective manners.
2. Using a paper clip, pen or similar device, briefly press the Programming Button (for 1 second) located
on the control setting panel of the Thermosunis to be deleted (See Figure 1). The motorized window
covering will confirm the deletion of the Thermosunis sensor in their respective manners.
NOTE: Step 1 should not be performed with the Thermosunis intended for deletion.
(approximately 3 seconds)
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INSTALLATION: MOUNTING THE THERMOSUNIS WIREFREE RTS SENSOR TO WINDOW OR SILL
1. Attach the ‘screw-in” suction cup mounting device for Window Mount or Sill Mount (See Figure 2).
2. Determine the appropriate mounting location and clean window glass or sill area
of debris or residue. Firmly press suction cup mount onto INSIDE window (glass or sill)
positioning sensor towards the OUTSIDE of window (See Figure 3).
NOTE: Thermosunis sensor MUST BE mounted indoors only and should be free from obstructions
in order to correctly sense incoming light. Sill mounts may not be suitable for some window
installations. (Sensor should be mounted in front of all interior window coverings)
FIGURE 2
Window
Glass Mount
Window
Sill Mount
OR
FIGURE 3
Sensor location
Front of Sunis
towards outside
of window glass
Outside of
Window Glass
Outside of
Window Glass
WINDOW GLASS MOUNT WINDOW SILL MOUNT
SETTING THE SENSOR SENSITIVITY (THRESHOLD) - SETTING SUNLIGHT SENSITIVITY
1. Carefully remove rear cover of the Thermosunis sensor
exposing Control Setting Panel. (See Figure 4)
2. Slide the ON/OFF Selector Switch to the ON or position. Sun
LED Indicator will illuminate for 5 seconds and then extinguish.
3. Momentarily press the Mode Button and Sun LED Indicator will
illuminate for approximately 15 seconds to indicate present
threshold setting.
NOTE: LED Indicator light will remain illuminated for approximately
15 seconds. Should the LED Indicator light extinguish prior to establishing
the light sensitivity (threshold) setting, simply press the MODE BUTTON
momentarily to reactivate LED light.
4. Using a small screw driver or similar device, rotate the Sun Sensitivity Selector to the fully CLOCKWISE (+) position. LED Indicator will
remain illuminated red color (See Figure 4).
5. Slowly rotate the Sun Sensitivity Selector COUNTER CLOCKWISE (-) until the LED Indicator illuminates to a green color. A green colored
LED indicates the present light value (threshold). At this (threshold) the Sunis sensor will provide the necessary RTS command as selected
with the Function Selector Switch (for details reference pg3).
GREEN LED: INDICATES SUNLIGHT WITHIN THRESHOLD SETTING
RED LED: INDICATE SUNLIGHT BELOW THRESHOLD SETTING
NOTE: Rotating the Sun Sensitivity Selector to a FULL COUNTER CLOCKWISE (-) position will simulate sun if no sun is present. It is not
recommended to leave the selector (Threshold setting) in this position.
Sun LED
Indicator
Sun
Sensitivity
(Threshold)
Selector
On/Off
Sun/Temp
Selector Switch
Control
Setting
Panel
Mode Button
FIGURE 4
(-)
Requires
Less
Sunlight
(+)
Requires
More
Sunlight
Function Selector
Switch
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Function Selector
FIGURE 6
ON/OFF
Sun/Temp
Selector Switch
SETTING THE SENSOR SENSITIVITY (THRESHOLD) - SETTING TEMPERATURE SENSITIVITY
1. Carefully remove rear cover of the Thremosunis sensor exposing
Control Setting Panel (See Figure 5).
2. Slide the ON/OFF Selector Switch to the ON or position. Sun
LED Indicator will illuminate for 5 seconds and then extinguish.
3. Momentarily press the Mode Button. Temperature LED Indicator
will illuminate for approximately 15 seconds to indicate
present threshold setting.
NOTE: LED Indicator light will remain illuminated for approximately 15
seconds. Should the LED indicator light extinguish prior to establishing the
temperature sensitivity (threshold) setting, simply press the Mode Button
momentarily to reactivate LED light.
4. Using a small screw driver or similar device, rotate the Temperature Sensitivity Selector
to the fully CLOCKWISE (+) position. Temperature LED Indicator will remain illuminated
red color (See Figure 5).
5. Slowly rotate the Temperature Sensitivity Selector COUNTER CLOCKWISE (-) until the LED Indicator illuminates to a green color. A green
colored LED indicates the present temperature value (threshold). At this value (threshold) the Thermosunis sensor will provide the
necessary RTS command as selected with the Function Selector Switch (for details reference Function Selector Switch below).
GREEN LED: INDICATES TEMPERATURE WITHIN THRESHOLD SETTING
RED LED: INDICATES TEMPERATURE BELOW THRESHOLD SETTING
Mode Button
Function Selector
Switch
FIGURE 5
On/Off
Sun/Temp
Selector Switch
Temperature
LED
Indicator
Temperature
Sensitivity
(Threshold)
Selector
Control
Setting Panel
(-)
Less
Heat
OPERATION: STANDARD OPERATING MODE (DEFAULT MODE)
Standard operating mode (default) employs output response time delays.
1. Slide the Sun/Temp Selector Switch to the desired setting (See Figure 6).
= Activation of Window Covering via Sunlight only
= Activation of Window Covering via Temperature & Sunlight
2. Adjust Sunlight and Temperature Sensitivity (threshold) (Refer to Setting
Sensor Sensitivity (threshold) instructions pgs 2 & 3).
3. Slide the Function Selector Switch to provide the necessary RTS output commands
to the window covering. (see chart below for RTS output command modes)
the
*Command Mode 1
Go to Down Limit
or Sensor Location
Go to Up Limit
Go to "my” Position
Go to Up Limit
Go to Down Limit
Go to "my” Position
my
my
Command Mode 2 Command Mode 3
123
After 5 Minutes
After 30 Minutes
(within threshold)
(below threshold)
Switch
1 2 3
Commands Modes
= Sunlight/Temp sensor within the set “Threshold.” Thermosunis will provide an RTS command after approximately 5 minutes of sensing
within the set threshold.
= Sunlight/Temp sensor below the set “Threshold.” Thermosunis will provide an RTS command after approximately 30 minutes of sensing
below the set threshold
*When selected for use with Exterior Rolling Shutter or Exterior Shade Applications, whereby the window covering is mounted externally to the window and Thermosunis sensor, the
window covering will travel to location of sensor only. It is suggested that (Mode 1) is used to command no more than (1) window covering per sensor.
*When selected for use with Interior Window Coverings, the Thermosunis sensor will provide RTS commands to preset window covering limits = (Go to Down Limit)
= (Go to Up Limit).
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(+)
More Heat
Requires
OR
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FIGURE 6 ON/OFF
Sun/Temp
Selector Switch
Mode Button
Temperature
LED
Indicator
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OPERATION: STANDARD OPERATING MODE (DEFAULT MODE)
Activation of Window Covering via Temperature & Sunlight
NOTE: When (Sun & Temperature) control is selected, the
Temperature threshold setting will TAKE PRIORITY over the Sun
Threshold Setting.
Sun Activation (Control via Sunlight) is not possible unless Temperature is
within the preset threshold.
Momentarily press the Mode Button, Sun & Temperature LED Indicator light
will illuminate (for approximately 15 seconds) to indicate preset sensor status.
GREEN LED: INDICATES SENSOR WITHIN THRESHOLD SETTING
RED LED: INDICATES SENSOR BELOW THRESHOLD SETTING
NOTE: The Thermosunis RTS Sensor is capable of providing control in accordance to Sunlight an Temperature conditions only.
Once a command is sent, the Thermosunis will not send another command until there is a change in sunlight or temperature conditions.
REPLACING THE BATTERY
The Thermosunis WireFree™ RTS Light and Temperature Sensor uses a lithium battery
(Type: CR2430)
Sun and Temperature LED will illuminate orange when battery needs replacing.
1. Carefully remove rear cover of the Thermosunis sensor exposing the control
setting panel (See Figure 7).
2. Firmly grip the molded indentations and rotate the control setting panel
counterclockwise to open.
3. Carefully separate the control setting panel from the sensor case exposing
the battery holder.
4. Replace battery with correct rated/type. Be certain of battery polarity (+) and
(-) when installing new battery.
NOTE: Do not use any tools when replacing the battery as there is a risk of
damaging the sensor circuitry.
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FIGURE 7
Sensor Case
Control Setting Panel
Rear Cover
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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Window covering does not
react to Thermosunis sensor
Window covering moves
too frequently
Window covering reacts
incorrectly
The Sensor Selector Switch is in the “OFF” position
The Sensor is not programmed to the motor or RTS receiver.
The sunlight sensitivity (threshold) is incorrectly set.
The temperature sensitivity (threshold) is incorrectly set.
The battery is low/weak and needs replacing.
The Sensor cover is dirty or obstructed.
The Sensor is incorrectly positioned/mounted.
Window covering may have received a subsequent
command from another RTS control (i.e., Telis
transmitter, Chronis timer, Decoflex wall switch.)
The sunlight/temperature sensitivity (thresholds)
may need to be adjusted.
A bright light source may be affecting the sensor.
The motorized window covering (directional output)
is programmed incorrectly (in-reverse).
Switch the Sensor Selector Switch to the Sun or Sun/Temp
position
Reference ”Programming: Initial Installation instructions”.
Increase the sun sensitivity (threshold) selector to
“less sun” (-) position.
Re-adjust the temperature sensitivity (threshold) accordingly
Replace battery with correct rated/type.
Clean cover and check for any obstructions.
Reposition Sensor to a more suitable location
Manually command the window covering to its intended
position using another RTS control (i.e., Telis transmitter, Chronis
timer, or DecoFlex wall switch.) Sensor will eventually cycle to
its initial mode.
Adjust Sun & Temperature sensitivity selector accordingly
Inspect sensor and surroundings for errant light source.
Confirm correct directional output of window covering via
Telis transmitter or similar device. Program necessary
corrections.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Results. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. The device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including that which may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for CLASS B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. 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 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:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna 2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which receivers connected 4. Consult the dealer or experienced radio TV technician for help.
WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
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