Draper FlexShade Installation & Operation Manual

Motorized FlexShade

Motor Operated Window Shades with Several Control Options

Overview - Motorized FlexShade Components

®

FlexShade Motor

(4 options)

INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALL ATI O N & OPERATION

Endcap

Endcap (R)

for Fascia

Cover (R)

120V Standard AC Motor
120V RTS AC Motor
120V 485 Intelligent AC Motor
24V DC Motor

Endcap (L)

for Fascia

Endcap
Cover (L)

Brackets
Only (L)

Retainer

Clip

M12
Cable

Brackets
Only (R)

Fascia

Section 1 - Motor Types, Names and Voltage

These instructions apply to all Draper medium duty motor
operated window shades using the following motors:

MOTOR NAME MOTOR VOLTAGE

Sonesse 50 120 VAC

Sonesse Ultra 50 120 VAC

Sonesse RTS 120 VAC

Sonesse RTS Ultra 120 VAC

Sonesse RS485 120 VAC

Sonesse RS485 Ultra 120 VAC

ST30 Dry Contact 24V

ST30 RTS 24V

ST30 485 24V

TOOLS REQUIRED

Pencil Power Drill Hardware
(by Others)

Tape Measure Level

If you have any difficulties installing or ser vicing your

Motorized FlexShade, call your dealer or Draper, Inc.

Draper, Inc. | 411 S. Pearl St. Spiceland, IN 47385

draperinc.com | 765.987.7999 | 800.238.7999

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Motorized FlexShade

®

INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALL ATI O N & OPERATION

Important Safety Information

WARNING

Improper installation and use of Motorized FlexShade can result in serious injury or death.
Primarily, injuries can occur when the Motorized FlexShade falls due to imprecise installation, mishandling of the Motorized FlexShade during installation
or installation on an insufficient wall or ceiling structure. Please use extreme care.

1. Please read the following installation guidelines thoroughly and follow them carefully.
Failure to do so may cause product to fall or otherwise fail, and could result in serious injury.

2. Installation and calibration of the Motorized FlexShade should only be performed by an authorized, qualified, and experienced professional.
In particular, electrical work and wiring [indicated in diagram by dashed lines] must be completed only by a qualified professional electrician who has
read this manual completely and is familiar with the construction and operation of this equipment and the hazards involved.

3. Do not affix the unit to wall or ceilings that have inadequate strength to permanently hold the unit during use.
It is the owner’s and installer’s responsibility to confirm the wall or ceiling to which the unit attaches is sufficient to permanently hold the weight and
stress loads of the unit at all times. Draper, Inc., is not responsible for improper installation, application, testing or workmanship related to the product
at place of installation.

4. It is the installer’s responsibility to make sure appropriate fasteners are used for mounting.

5. All brackets, fascia, head boxes, pockets, wall clips, and other hardware must be installed level. Motorized FlexShade must be level and square.

6. Never leave the area while operating the Motorized FlexShade during installation, maintenance, or normal operation, unless it is secure and safe.

7. Before testing or operation, carefully inspect the entire area and path of the shade and areas underneath the shade to be sure no persons or objects
are in the area.

8. Turn off power and any nearby equipment or cables carrying electricity before connecting switches, wires, controls, or electrical components.

9. Make sure the limit switches are pointed down or accessible when placing the motor in brackets

10. All motors should be tested and limits set using test cord before shades are wired.

11. Do not wire motors in parallel without written permission from Draper, Inc.

12. During testing or operation, carefully watch the surrounding area for any potential safety concerns including nearby persons or objects.

13. After installation, the entire system, including all sensors, should be carefully tested to ensure safe and normal operation.
Extreme care should be taken during testing to remain clear of moving parts to avoid possible injury.

14. Operation of Motorized FlexShade should be performed only by authorized and qualified personnel, who have been trained in the safe and effective
operation of the Motorized FlexShade & understand its safety features.

15. The safety features of the Motorized FlexShade, including sensors, should never be disabled, bypassed or overridden.
The system should not be operated until all safety features, including the sensors, are properly and completely installed, calibrated and tested.

16. Motorized FlexShade may need to comply with local, state or district rules and regulations, in particular when installed in schools.
All applicable rules and regulations should be reviewed before installation and use.

17. Failure to precisely follow installation guidelines invalidates all warranties.

18. Custom products/installations may not be reflected in this manual. Call Draper, Inc., if you have questions about the installation of custom products
or any questions about your installation.

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endcaps.

1. Look for any job site conditions that could interfere with installation or operation of the system.

2. Read carefully and be sure to understand all installation instructions and all related operations manuals.
These instructions are intended to as a guide for the installer and owner.
They should be followed closely and combined with the expertise of experienced qualified installers.
Draper, Inc., is not responsible for improper installation, application, testing or workmanship related to the product at place of installation.
Please retain all instructions for future use.

3. Open cartons lengthwise.

4. Locate and lay out all pieces.

5. Inspect all boxes to make sure you have received the proper Motorized FlexShade and parts.
Controls may be shipped separately, or in same carton as Motorized FlexShade.

6. If you have any difficulties with installing, servicing or operating your Motorized FlexShade, call your dealer or Draper, Inc., [phone].

Before Beginning Installation

Retainer

End of Roller

3 ¾" 2"

3 ¼"

2"

17/8"

1

7

/8"

5

/16"

2"

2 ½"

2"

Idler

End of Roller

Operator

Motor

Motorized FlexShade

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Section 2 - Mounting Brackets (Brackets Only Installation)

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1. Mark wall, jamb or ceiling for placement of mounting brackets.

Caution: Before mounting shades, verify measurements on the card provided with

2. Drill small starter hole in mounting surface (if necessary).

3. Attach brackets using appropriate fasteners for mounting surface.

The installer is responsible for selecting mounting hardware appropriate for site conditions.

Please Note: The brackets shown are for standard 120V motors. Hardware for other motors will vary.

4. Place operator (motor) end onto its bracket. If a coupled unit, see separate
instruction sheet for Coupled FlexShades.

5. Slide notched pin on idler end into slot on bracket. Slip retainer clip onto idler end
between bracket and roller (see Fig. 2).

Clip

*Don't forget: install retainer clip on shaft

the shade, and ensure the brackets are installed at the correct width.

24V shades use the same hardware as Manual FlexShades. Please review manual shade
instructions for parts information.

Idler

Bracket

Idler End
of Roller

Figure 2

Operator

Motor
Cable

Operator

Bracket

Please Note: Install motor so that limit

between bracket and roller!

switches are pointed
down or accessible.

CEILING MOUNTING BRACKETS

IDLER

OPERATOR

WALL MOUNTING BRACKETS

IDLER

OPERATOR

Caution: DO NOT use wall brackets for

ceiling installations.
DO NOT use ceiling brackets for
wall installations.

Section 3 - Mounting Endcaps for Fascia

1. Snap end covers into place (see Fig. 3).

2. Mark wall, jamb or ceiling for

placement of mounting endcaps.

3. Drill small starter hole (if necessary)
in mounting surface.

4. Mount endcaps using appropriate
fasteners for surface. If this is a coupled unit,
be sure to mount coupled endcap in the center position.

Please Note: Installer is responsible for selecting mounting hardware appropriate for site conditions.

Caution: Before mounting shades, verify measurements on the card provided with the shade,

and ensure the endcaps are installed at the correct width.

5. Place operator (motor) end into its endcap (see Fig. 4).

6. For coupled units see separate instruction sheet for Coupled FlexShades.

7. Slide notched pin into idler endcap and attach retainer clip (see Fig. 4).

Figure 4

Retainer

Clip

Endcap

Idler End
of Roller

Figure 3

Cable

Operator

Endcap

SMALL ENDCAPS FOR FASCIA

5

/16"

7

/8"

1

3 ¾" 2"

17/8"

2 ½"
3 ¼"

LARGE ENDCAPS FOR FASCIA

7

2

/8"

5

/8"

2 ¼"

4 ½" 3"

2 ¼"

2"

27/8"

*Don't forget: install retainer clip on shaft

between bracket and roller!

Please Note: Install motor so that limit

switches are pointed down
or accessible.

3"

4 ½"

Large Pocket Headbox

Secure to Endcap
with Screw

Small Pocket Headbo

x

Insert
Closure
Panel

Small Pocket Headbo

x

STEP 1:

Fascia Attachment Small & Large Endcaps

Motorized FlexShade

®

Section 3.2 - Attaching Fascia to Endcaps

1. Place groove along top of fascia over endcaps, and snap into place (see Fig. 5).

Endcaps must be installed the correct distance apart for fascia to be properly attached with full

engagement. Fascia is not fully seated until it clicks into place on both ends. Once in place,
check for secure fit. If not secure, secure with appropriate fastener (not included).

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ATTAC H I N G FA S C I A

STEP 2:

ENDCAP

ENDCAP

Section 3.3 - Reverse Roll Fascia

1. Mark mounting points.

2. Slide endcaps into extrusions.

3. Using pre-drilled holes in endcaps, mark the fascia for drilling.

4. Attach endcaps to fascia using included hardware.

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5. Mount Endcaps

6. Install roller

Reverse Roll Fascia.

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fabric/operator assembly according to relevant instructions.

7. Attach endcap covers to endcaps. Use double-sided tape to help secure in place.

Section 4 - Surface Headbox or Pocket Headbox

1. Snap endcap covers onto endcaps. (See Section 3.2 - Attaching Fascia to Endcaps: Step 1)

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2. Place endcaps into back
large pocket headbox. Using pre-drilled holes in endcaps, mark the headbox for drilling.

Please Note: The installer is responsible for selecting mounting hardware appropriate for site conditions.

Caution: Before mounting shades, verify measurements on the card provided with the shade,

and ensure the endcaps are installed at the correct width.

3. Drill holes in back or top, depending on whether you will be mounting the headbox to the
wall or ceiling, or in a pocket.

4. Attach endcaps and Surface Headbox back
ceiling or pocket using mounting hardware appropriate for site conditions.

5. Install shade (See Section 3.1 - Mounting Endcaps for Fascia.

6. Attach headbox fascia or pocket closure (see Fig. 7).

Note on surface style headbox:

Fascia is not fully seated until it clicks into place on both ends. Once in place,
check for secure fit. If not secure, secure with appropriate fastener (not included).

top portion of wall/ceiling headbox or into pocket extrusion of

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top or Large Pocket Headbox extrusion to wall,

Figure 5

Clicks into place

Figure 6

ATTAC H I N G CLOSURE PANEL

Insert
Closure
Panel

Secure to Endcap
with Screw

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

Figure 7

Fr
(Y

Bottom View

Side View

(Y

Scre

+

+

Front

(Yellow)

Back

(White)

Bottom View

Side View

Motorized FlexShade

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Section 5 - Electrical Connections

Shade operates on 110-120V, 60 Hz. current. Shade is shipped with internal wiring complete and control switch(es) fully boxed, and standardly supplied with a
6’ cable lead. Longer lead can be substituted by removing two screws in motor end of roller, removing lead, plugging new lead in, and replacing screws. Wire to
connect shade to switch(es) and switch(es) to power supply should be furnished by installer. Connections should be made in accordance with attached wiring
diagram, and wiring should comply with national and local electrical codes. DO NOT wire motors in parallel without written permission from Draper.

All operating switches should be “off” before power is connected.

Please Note: For low voltage wiring requirements, Draper recommends consulting with a professional low voltage electrical contractor.

It is very important that shielded and stranded CAT 5 cable be used to prevent any electrical interference.

Section 6 - Limit Switch Adjustments

Section 6.1 - Standard and Quiet Motors

Caution: Be sure all switches are in “off” position before adjusting limit switches. Always be prepared to shut off manually when new adjustment is being

tested. Do not allow the shade roller to become exposed by running the shade fabric too far down. Shade may be severely damaged if allowed to
run too far up or down. Each shade’s limit switch must be set if using group control system. Motor should be installed so limit switches are pointed
down or accessible.

Section 6.1.1- Push Button Limits

1. Fully depress both limit switch push buttons, then operate wall switch to make sure system works properly.

2. Raise shade to desired “up” stop position.

3. Set upper limit by depressing and releasing the proper (back) push button.

4. Lower shade to desired “down” stop position.

5. Set lower limit by depressing and releasing the proper (front) push button.

Section 6.1.2 - Screw-Type Limits

1. Determine which direction of fabric travel corresponds with arrows on motor.

2. Operate shade to desired “down” stop position.

Set limit by turning the proper socket toward the “+” to lower the limit, and “-” to raise it.

3. Operate shade to desired “up” stopping position.
Set limit by turning the proper screw toward the “-” to raise the limit, and “+” to lower it.

Section 6.2 - Limit Adjustments (485 Motors)

1. Connect the 485 switch to the motor via the terminal blocks, or via the modular port using four conductor modular cable.
When using modular cable, the cable connectors MUST NOT be crimped in reverse, as with standard telephone cable.

2. Set the slide switch to the lower position. Press and hold the DOWN button on the switch to move
the viewing surface to the desired lower limit. If the shade moves in the opposite direction, release
the DOWN button and press and hold down the STOP button for four seconds. This will reverse
the operation of the UP and DOWN switches.

3. Move slider switch into center position. Wait a couple of seconds.

Please Note: If you move the slider switch from down to up in one motion it sets the two limits in the same postion.

4. Set the slide switch to the higher position. Move the shade to the desired upper limit by pressing and
holding the UP button on the wall switch.

5. Return the slide switch to the center position to return to normal operation.

6. To set the shade to an intermediate position, move the shade to the desired position and press the

STOP button. Press and hold the STOP button for at least three seconds to record the position.

Please Note: Pressing and releasing the UP button on the switch will move the shade to its upper limit.

Pressing and releasing the DOWN button will move the shade to its lower limit.
While the motor is in motion, pressing the STOP button for less than two seconds will stop the shade
at its present position.
Once the motor is stopped, pressing the STOP button will move the shade to its intermediate position.
Pressing and holding the STOP button, when the motor is at rest or in motion, for at least three seconds
will record a new position.

Section 6.3 - Limit Switch Adjustments—RTS Motors

For limit setting instructions on these motors, see Draper’s RFRC_Motor_Prog_Inst available in the motorized shades section of www.draperinc.com.

PUSH BUTTON LIMITS

ont
ellow)

Back
(White)

Bottom View

SCREW-TYPE LIMITS

Front

ellow)

Back

(White)

+

+

Bottom View

ws

Figure (8)

POSITION

DOWN

UP

CENTER

To Motor

with

Built-In

Low Voltage

Slide

Switch

To Motor

with

Built-In

Low Voltage

FUNCTION

SetLOWER limit

Set UPPER limit

Normal Operation

Back View of Wall Switch

C

5V
DC

o
m

+

m
o
n

D
o
w
n

U
p

Controls & System Overview

Controls & System Overview

Motorized FlexShade

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Section 7 - Components, Motors and Controls

Motorized FlexShade® with

Endcap (R)

for Fascia

page 6 of 8

Endcap
Cover (R)

Sonesse or Sonesse Ultra

120VAC Operator

Brackets
Only (L)

Endcap (L)

for Fascia

Endcap
Cover (L)

Retainer

Clip

M12
Cable

Brackets
Only (R)

Fascia

Sonesse 120VAC Motors

120V

MOTOR

M12

Connector

W B R G

110-120V Line

B

NOTE: Test shade operation

If shade direction does not
correspond with the switch
orientation, turn power back
off and switch the red and black
wires from the motor to the switch.

Do not wire motors in parallel without
written permission from Draper.

Dashed Wiring
by Electrician

Control

Switch

Single Gang

Box (by others)

Motorized FlexShade® with

Sonesse RTS or Sonesse Ultra RTS

120VAC Operator

Brackets
Only (L)

Endcap (L)

for Fascia

Endcap
Cover (L)

Retainer

Clip

M12
Cable

Endcap (R)

for Fascia

Brackets
Only (R)

Fascia

Endcap
Cover (R)

Sonesse RTS 120VAC Motors

RTS

MOTOR

120V

M12 Connector

Telis 1

RF Remote

B W G

STOP

Deco Flex

110-120V Line

Wireless Keypad

Dashed Wiring
by Electrician

Controls & System Overview

Motorized FlexShade

Motorized FlexShade

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®

Endcap (R)

for Fascia

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Endcap
Cover (R)

with 485 Sonesse (ILT)
120VAC Operator

Brackets
Only (L)

Endcap (L)

for Fascia

Endcap
Cover (L)

Retainer

Clip

M12
Cable

Brackets
Only (R)

Fascia

Sonesse 485 120VAC Motors

Bus Power

Supply

LAN

BUS IN

RS485

110VAC

Motor

M12

Connectors

110-120V Line110-120V Line

RS485

110VAC

Motor

110V

Outlet

Data Hub

BUS OUT

to next

DATA HUB

STOP

Wall Switch

Data Cable

with RJ45

Connector

Dashed Wiring

by Electrician

Controls & System Overview

Controls & System Overview

Motorized FlexShade

Motorized FlexShade

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Endcap (R)

for Fascia

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Endcap
Cover (R)

with ST30 24V DC Operator

(RTS Shown)

Brackets
Only (L)

Endcap (L)

for Fascia

Endcap
Cover (L)

Retainer

Clip

Brackets
Only (R)

Power
Cable

Antenna

Fascia

Sonesse 485 - 24V DC Motors

Multiple 485 Motors

24V

24V

MOTOR

MOTOR

STOP

Wall Switch

(Max 8 Motors

per switch)

Power Panel

5, 10, 15, 20

110-120V Line

Twisted Pair

Wiring Distance to Motor

240 ft with 14AWG

150 ft with 16AWG

14/222/2

100 ft with 18AWG

MOTOR

24V

24V

Bus Power

Supply

110V

Outlet

Dashed Wiring
by Electrician

Sonesse 24V DC Motors

Single Dry Contact Motor

STOP

Wall Switch

110V

Outlet

22/2

Twisted Pair

MOTOR

14/2

24V

24V

Transformer

Wiring Distance to Motor

240 ft with 14AWG
150 ft with 16AWG
100 ft with 18AWG

Multiple Dry Contact Motors

STOP

24V

Wall Switch

(Max 8 Motors

per switch)

24V

MOTOR

MOTOR

24V

Power Panel

5, 10, 15, 20

110-120V Line

Dashed Wiring
by Electrician

24V

MOTOR

Controls & System Overview

Sonesse RTS 24V DC Motors

Single RTS Motor

Telis 1

RF Remote

STOP

Deco Flex

Wireless Keypad

110V

Outlet

Twisted Pair

14/222/2

24V

MOTOR

24V

Transformer

Wiring Distance to Motor

240 ft with 14AWG

150 ft with 16AWG
100 ft with 18AWG

Multiple RTS Motors

Telis 1

RF Remote

STOP

Deco Flex

Wireless Keypad

(Max 8 Motors

per switch)

110-120V Line

24V

MOTOR

Power Panel

5, 10, 15, 20

24V

MOTOR

MOTOR

24V

Dashed Wiring
by Electrician

24V