SOMFY Sunea io User manual

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Installation guide
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Sunea io
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1. Introduction 1
2. Safety 2
2.1. Safety and responsibility 2
2.2. Specific safety advice 2
3. Installation 2
3.1. Motor preparation 2
3.2. Tube preparation 2
3.3. Motor/tube assembly 3
3.4. Fitting the tube-motor assembly 3
4. Wiring 3
5. Commissioning 4
5.1. Identifying setting steps already
completed 4
5.2. Pre-programming the Somfy io local
control point 4
5.3. Checking the direction rotation of the
motor 4
5.4. Adjusting the end limits 5
5.5. Programming the first Somfy io local
control point 6
5.6. Checking the settings 6
6. Use 6
6.1. Standard operation 6
6.2. Operation with an Somfy io sensor 6
7. Additional settings 7
7.1. Favourite position (my) 7
7.2. Adding/Deleting Somfy io control points
and io sensors 7
7.3. Modifying the end limits 7
7.4. Advanced functions 8
8. Tips and recommendations 9
8.1. Questions about the Sunea io? 9
8.2. Replacing a lost or broken Somfy io
control point 9
8.3. Restoring the original configuration 10
9. Technical data 10
The Sunea io motor is designed for use with all types of awning ( with cassette or non-cassette).
What is io-homecontrol® ?
The· Sunea io uses io-homecontrol®, the new universal and secure wireless communication protocol,
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io-homecontrol® allows all comfort and security equipment to communicate each other and be
controlled from a single common control point.
The flexibility and perfect compatibility of the io-homecontrol® system provides support for you as
your needs evolve.You can start by automating your shutters and the front door, then equip the
outside awnings, the gate and garage door or garden lighting.
Even when fitted at different times, all of this equipment remains compatible with the existing
installation thanks to the use of io-homecontrol® technology that guarantees interoperability.
For further information please visit the web site at www.io-homecontrol.com.
io-homecontrol®provides advanced and secure radio technology that is easy to install.
io-homecontrol®labelled products communicate with each other, improving comfort,
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CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION
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2.1. Safety and responsibility
Before installing and using this product, please read this guide carefully.
This Somfy product must be installed by a professional motorisation and home automation installer,
for whom this guide is intended.
Moreover, the installer must comply with current standards and legislation in the country in which the
product is being installed, and inform his customers of the operating and maintenance conditions for
the product.
Any use outside the sphere of application specified by SOMFY is forbidden. This invalidates the
warranty and discharges Somfy of all liability, as does any failure to comply with the instructions given
herein.
Never begin installing without first checking the compatibility of this product with the associated
equipment and accessories.
2.2. Specific safety advice
As well as the safety instructions in this guide, it is also essential to observe the instructions detailed in
the attached document: “Safety advice to follow and keep”.
1) Cut the power supply off corresponding to the awning
before carrying out any maintenance operations around it.
To avoid damages on the product:
Never immerse it in liquid!2)
Avoid impacts!3)
Do not drop!4)
Never drill holes it!5)
Do not move the awning if ice has formed on it.6)
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The Sunea io must be installed in a location sheltered from
inclement weather.
3.1. Motor preparation
1) Fit the crown (A) and the drive wheel (B) to the motor.
Measure the length (L1) between the inside of the motor2)
head and the end of the drive wheel..
3.2. Tube preparation
Cut the roller tube to the required length.1)
Deburr the roller tube and remove the swarf.2)
For smooth roller tubes, cut a notch with the following3)
measurements:
e = 4 mm.-
h = 28 mm.-
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2. SAFETY
3. INSTALLATION
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3.3. Motor/tube assembly
Slide the motor into the roller tube. For smooth roller1)
tubes, position the cut notch on the crown.
For safety reason, fix the roller tube to the drive wheel2)
with 4 self-tapping screws with a diameter of 5 mm or 4
steel pop rivets with a diameter of 4.8 mm located:
at least 5 mm from the far end of the drive wheel:-
L1 - 5, and
no more than 15 mm from the far end of the drive-
wheel: L1 - 15.
The screws or pop rivets must only be attached to the
drive wheel and not to the motor.
3.4. Fitting the tube-motor assembly
Fit the tube/motor assembly to the end bracket (C).1)
Fit the tube/motor assembly to the motor bracket (D).2)
Depending on the type of supports fit the stop ring (E) [For3)
the motors >= 85 Nm absolutely use the locking stop ring
(F)].
15 mm
5 mm
20 mm
L1
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C
D
E
F
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Always make a loop in the power supply cable to prevent
water entering the motor!
Cut the power supply off.-
Connect the motor according to the information in the-
table below:
230 V ~ 50 Hz Motor cable
1 Brown Live (P)
2 Blue Neutral (N)
3 Yellow/Green Earth ( )
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230 V
~
50 Hz
3 x 1,5 mm2
3 x 0,75 mm2
4. WIRING
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This guide describe only the comisioning using a Somfy io local control point as Situo io. For
comisioning using other io control point, refer to the corresponding guide.
5.1. Identifying setting steps already completed
Only one motor can be powered at a time.
Switch the power on and follow process A or B depending on
the awning reaction:
aThe awning makes a brief movement.
The end limits have been set and no Somfy io
control point has been programmed. Go to chapter
“Programming the first Somfy io local control point”.
or
bThe awning does not move.
Press the Up or Down button and follow process c or d
depending on the awning reaction:
cThe awning still does not move
The end limits have not been set and no Somfy io
control point has been programmed.
Go to chapter “Pre-programming the Somfy io local
control point”.
or
dThe awning goes fully up or fully down
The end limits have been set and the Somfy io
control point has been programmed.
Go to chapter “ Use “.
5.2. Pre-programming the Somfy io local control point
Press the Up and Down buttons simultaneously the-
awning makes a brief movement, the Somfy io local
control point has been pre-programmed in the motor.
5.3. Checking the direction rotation of the motor
Press the Up button:1)
If the awning is raised, the direction of rotation isa)
correct: go to chapter “Setting the end limits”.
If the awning is lowered, the direction of rotation isb)
incorrect: Press the “my” button until the awning makes a
movement, the direction of rotation has been modified.
Press the Up button to check the direction of rotation.2)
ON
Programming the
first Somfy io local
control point
cor d
Pre-programming the
Somfy io local control
point
Use
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b
Setting the end
limits
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5.4. Adjusting the end limits
The end limits are set differently depending on type of awnings.
5.4.1. Setting for cassette awning
For cassette awning, the upper end limit is set automatically, while the lower end limit must be set.
Setting the lower end limit
Do not use the “my” and Down buttons at the same time to reach the lower end limit.
Set the awning to the lower end limit.1)
Press and hold the Down button for > 2 seconds to
lower the awning in one continuous movement.
Stop the awning in the desired position.2)
If necessary, adjust the position of the awning using the3)
Up or Down buttons.
Press the “my” and Up buttons simultaneously: the4)
awning is raised in one continuous movement even after
the “my” and Up buttons have been released.
At the halfway point, briefly press the “my” button to stop5)
the awning.
Press the “my” button again until the awning makes a6)
movement: the end limits have been programmed, go
to chapter “Programming the first Somfy io local control
point”.
5.4.2. Settings for non-cassette awnings
For non-cassette awnings, the upper and lower end limits must be set.
Setting the upper end limit
Set the awning to the upper end limit.1)
Press and hold the Up button for > 2 seconds to raise
the awning in one continuous movement.
Stop the awning in the desired position.2)
If necessary, adjust the position of the awning using the3)
Up or Down buttons.
Press the “my” and Down buttons simultaneously: the4)
awning is lowered in one continuous movement even
after the “my” and Down buttons have been released.
At the halfway point, briefly press the “my” button to stop5)
the awning and go to the following step.
Setting the lower end limit
Set the awning to the lower end limit.1)
Press and hold the Down button for > 2 seconds to
lower the awning in one continuous movement.
Stop the awning in the desired position.2)
If necessary, adjust the position of the awning using the3)
Up or Down buttons.
Press the “my” and Up buttons simultaneously: the4)
awning is raised in one continuous movement even after
the “my” and Up buttons have been released.
At the halfway point, briefly press the “my” button to stop5)
the awning.
Press the “my” button again until the awning makes a6)
movement: the end limits have been programmed. Go
to chapter “Programming the first Somfy io local control
point”.
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6. USE
5.5. Programming the first Somfy io local control point
5.5.1. Using the pre-programmed Somfy io local control point
Briefly press the PROG button on this control point (G):-
the awning makes a brief movement, and the control
point has been programmed.
5.5.2. After a single power outage
Press the Up and Down buttons simultaneously on1)
this new control point (H) until the awning makes a
movement.
Briefly press the PROG button on this control point (H):2)
the awning makes a brief movement, and the control
point has been programmed.
5.6. Checking the settings
Check the setting of the upper and lower end limits using the Somfy io local control point.-
PROG. G
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PROG. HH
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6.1. Standard operation
6.1.1. Favourite position (my)
Definition
Besides the upper and lower positions, an intermediate position known as the “favourite position (my)”
may be programmed in the motor.
To program, modify or delete the favourite position (my), see the chapter “Additional settings”
section.
Using the favorite position (my):
Briefly press the “my” button: the awning starts moving-
and stops in the favourite position (my).
6.1.2. STOP function
The awning is moving.
Briefly press the “my” button: the awning stops-
automatically..
6.1.3. Up and Down buttons
Briefly press the Up or Down button to raise or lower the awning completely.
for the cassette awnings, the obstacle detection is active throughout the descent.
6.2. Operation with an Somfy io sensor
6.2.1. Operation with an Somfy io sun sensor (type Sunis WireFree™ io)
Refer to the corresponding guide.
6.2.2. Operation with an Somfy io wind sensor (type Eolis WireFree™ io)
Refer to the Somfy io wind sensor guide for details of its operation.
Awning’s behaviour when the wind rising
When the wind rising, the awning moves to the upper
end limit. It is impossible to prevent awning from being
raised and lowered when the wind is blowing.
Awning’s behaviour when the wind dropping
When the wind dropping, a manual lowering command
can be sent by the Somfy io control point
after 30 seconds. However all automated systems will still
remain locked for 11 mins.
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my
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7. ADDITIONAL SETTINGS
7.1. Favourite position (my)
7.1.1 Setting or modifying the favourite position (my)
The procedure for setting or modifying the favourite
position (my) is the same.
Set the awning into the desired favourite position (my).1)
Press the “my” button until the awning makes a movement:2)
the favourite position (my) has been programmed..
7.1.2. Deleting the favourite position (my)
Press the “my” button: the awning starts moving and1)
stops in the favourite position (my).
Press the “my” button again until the awning makes2)
a movement: the favourite position (my) has been
deleted.
7.2. Adding/Deleting Somfy io control points and io sensors
Refer to the corresponding guide.
7.3. Modifying the end limits
The end limits are modified differently depending on type of awnings.
7.3.1. Modification for cassette awnings
For cassette awnings, the upper end limit is adjusted automatically while the lower end limit can be
modified.
Readjusting the lower end limit
Set the awning to the lower end limit.1)
Press the Up and Down buttons simultaneously until2)
the awning makes a movement: the motor is in setting
mode.
Adjust the lower position of the awning using the Up or3)
Down button.
Press the “my” button until the awning makes a movement:4)
the new lower end limit has been programmed.
7.3.2. Modification for non-cassette awnings
For non-cassette awnings, the upper and lower end limits can be set.
Readjusting the upper end limit
Set the awning to the upper end limit .1)
Press the Up and Down buttons simultaneously until2)
the awning makes a movement: the motor is in setting
mode.
Adjust the upper position of the awning using the Up or3)
Down button.
Press the “my” button until the awning makes a movement:4)
the new upper end limit has been programmed.
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6.3. Data feedback
After each order, the Sunea io sends a message. The information is managed by the io bi-directional
control points.
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Readjusting the lower end limit
1) Set the awning to the lower end limit.
Press the Up and Down buttons simultaneously until2)
the awning makes a movement: the motor is in setting
mode.
Adjust the lower position of the awning using the Up or3)
Down button.
Press the “my” button until the awning makes a movement:4)
the new lower end limit has been programmed.
7.4. Advanced functions
Contact the awning’s manufacturer before using these functions to check the compatibility of your
systems.
7.4.1 “Back impulse” function
This function allows you to tighten the fabric each time the awning is lowered. It is possible to adjust
it until turn of roller tube.
To activate this function:
1) Set the awning to the lower end limit.
Press the «my» and Up buttons simultaneously until the2)
awning makes a movement : the motor is in programming
mode.
Adjust the fabric’s tension using the Up or Down buttons3)
(turn of tube max).
Press the “my” button until the awning makes a4)
movement: the fabric’s tension has been programmed.
7.4.2. “Back release” function on cassette awnings only
This function allows the fabric tension to be released after the cassette awning is closed.
The procedure for activating and deactivating the “Back release” function is the same.
For safety reasons, this function can only be activated or deactivated by the Somfy io control point in
3 situations:
After the settings confirmation and before programming the first Somfy io control point.•
After programming the first Somfy io control point and during the next 4 cycles.•
After a single power outage and during the next 4 cycles.•
To activate this function :
1) Set the awning to the upper end limit .
Press the «my» and Down buttons simultaneously until2)
the awning makes a movement.
If the “Back release” function was inactive, it is activated.
If the “Back release” function was active, it is deactivated.
7.4.3. “Closing force” function on cassette awnings only
This function allows the closing force of the awning cassette to be increased or decreased to 3 levels
(high/medium/low).
The motor is factory set at the medium level.
For safety reasons, this function can only be accessed via the Somfy io control point in 3 situations:
After the settings confirmation and before programming the first Somfy io control point.•
After programming the first Somfy io control point and during the next 4 cycles.•
After a single power outage and during the next 4 cycles.•
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To activate this function:
1) Set the awning to the halfway position.
Briefly press the “my” and Up buttons simultaneously ,2)
then immediately press and hold simultaneously the “my”
and Up buttons until the awning makes a movement.
The motor is in programming mode for only 10
seconds.
Adjust the closing force using the Up or Down button.3)
To increase the closing force, press the Up button until-
the awning makes a slow movement: the cassette
awning’s closing force has moved up a level.
To decrease the closing force, press the Down button until the store makes a slow movement: the-
cassette awning’s closing force has moved down a level.
Press the “my” button until the awning makes a movement: The new closing force has been4)
programmed.
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8. TIPS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
8.1. Questions about the Sunea io?
Observations Possible causes Solutions
The awning does
not work. The wiring is incorrect. Check the wiring and modify it if
necessary.
The motor is hot. Wait until the motor cools down.
An incorrect cable has been used. Check the cable and ensure it has 3
leads.
The Somfy io control point battery is
weak.
Check if the battery is weak and replace it
if necessary.
The control point is not compatible. Check for compatibility and replace the
control point if necessary.
The Somfy io control point used has not
been programmed into the motor.
Use a programmed io control point or
program this io control point.
The awning stops
too soon. The crown is incorrectly positioned. Fit the crown correctly.
The end limits have been incorrectly set. Readjust the end limits
8.2. Replacing a lost or broken Somfy io control point
Refer to the corresponding guide.
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