rollease acmeda AUTOMATE ARC User Manual

AUTOMATE

™

| VT 1.0

ARC™ VENETIAN BLIND TILT MOTOR

433 MHZ

BI-DIRECTIONAL

ELECTRONIC

LIMIT

FAVORITE
POSITION

LEVELLING

CONTROL

SELECTABLE

AUTOMATE™ | ARC™ Venetian blind motor enables motorized tilting function of most 2”
venetian blinds. Precisely control the openness of blind vanes or simply recall a favorite
position.

FEATURES:

• Electronic Limits

• 433 MHz Bi-Directional RF Communication

• Favorite Position

• 3 x Selectable Rpm

• Jog or latch & Run Modes

INSTR. MTDCRF-TILT-1 V1.0 APRIL 2017

RPM

NOTES

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CONTENTS

1 ASSEMBLY 5

2 WIRING 6

2.1 Power Options 6

3 P1 BUTTON FUNCTIONS 7

3.1 Motor State Test 7

3.2 Motor Configuration Options 7

4 INTIAL SETUP 8

4.1 Pair Motor with controller 8

4.2 Check motor direction 8

4.3 Set limits 9

5 ADJUSTING LIMITS 10

5.1 Adjust upper limit 10

5.2 Adjust lower limit 10

6 ADDING OR REMOVING CONTROLLERS AND CHANNELS 11

6.1 Using motor P1 button 11

6.2 Using a pre-existing controller 11

7 FAVORITE POSITIONING 12

7.1 Set favorite position 12

7.2 Send shade to favorite position 12

7.3 Delete favorite position 12

8 SLEEP MODE 13

8.1 Enter sleep mode 13

8.2 Exit sleep mode 13

9 TROUBLESHOOTING 14

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SAFTEY INSTRUCTIONS

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WARNING: Important safety instructions to be read before installation.

Incorrect installation can lead to serious injury and will void manufacturer’s liability and warranty.

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 tubular blinds.

• Ensure correct crown and drive adaptors are used for the intended system.

• Keep antenna straight and clear from metal objects

• Do not cut the antenna.

• Use only Rollease Acmeda 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 horizontal 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 aerial is clear and protected from moving parts.

• If cable or power connector is damaged do not use.

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.

• Do not force the motor drive.

• Keep clear when in operation.

Do not dispose of in general waste.
Please recycle batteries and damaged electrical products appropriately.

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1 ASSEMBLY

The Automate Venetian Blind tily motor works with most 2” blind headrail systems.

Step 1. Insert the motor / cradle assembly completely into

the drive side of the 2” headrail

Step 2. Ensure at least ½” inch of the tilting drive

Shaft is inserted into the motor.

(max depth is ¾” – Optional Shaft adapters

may be required)

Step 3. Remove motor, mark and drill hole where P1

button can be accessed.

Step 4. Reinstall motor, ensuring power cord and

Antenna extend freely from the headrail cap.

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2 WIRING

2.1 Power Options

Automate DC motors are powered from a 12V DC power source. AA Battery wands, re-chargeable battery
packs and A/C power supplies are available, with a variety of quick connect extension cords. For centralized
installations, power supply range can be extended with 18/2 wire (not available through Rollease Acmeda).

• During operation, if voltage drops to less than 10V, the motor will beep 10 times to indicate a power
supply issue.

• Motor will stop running when the voltage is lower than 7V and it will resume again when the voltage is
greater than 7.5V.

DC Power Supply

Power Supply Motor

MTDCRF18-0.2 - 18mm DCRF Motor, .2N/80

MTBWAND18-25 Battery Tube for 18/25mm DCRF (no Battery) Mtrs
(inc Mt clips)

MTDCPS-18-25 Power Supply for 18/25-CL/Tilt DCRF (no Bttry) Mtr

MTBPCKR-28 Rechargeable Wand

MTDCRF25-1.1 25mm DCRF Motor, 1.1N/40r

MTDCRF-TILT-1

MTDCRF-CL-0.6-50

MTDCRF18-0.2 - 18mm DCRF Motor, .2N/80

MTDCRF25-1.1 25mm DCRF Motor, 1.1N/40r

MTDCRF-TILT-1

MTDCRF-CL-0.6-50

MTDCRF18-0.2

MTDCRF25-1.1

MTDCRFQ28-2

MTDCRF-TILT-1

MTDCRF-CL-0.6-50

Extension Cables Length

MTDC-CBLXT6 DC Battery Motor Cable extender 6” / 155mm 6 inch

MTDC-CBLXT48 DC Battery Motor Cable extender 48” / 1220mm 48 inches

MTDC-CBLXT96 DC Battery Motor Cable extender 96” / 2440mm 96 inches

Ensure cable is kept clear of fabric.

Ensure antenna is kept straight and away from metal objects.

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3 P1 BUTTON FUNCTIONS

3.1 Motor State Test

This table describes the function of a short P1 button press/release(<2 seconds) depending on current motor
configuration.

P1

Press

Condition Function Achieved

Visual

Feedback

Audible

Feedback

Function Described

If limit is NOT set None No Action None No Action

Short
Press

then

Release

(<2 sec)

If limits are set

If motor is in

“Sleep Mode” &

limits are set

(Refer to Sec.10)

Operational control

of motor, run to

limit. Stop if running

Wake and control

Motor runs None

Motor

wakes and

runs in a

None

direction

Operational control

of motor after pairing

and limit setting is

completed first time

Motor is restored from

Sleep mode and RF

control is active

3.2 Motor Configuration Options

The P1 Button is utilized to administer motor configuration as described below and beginning in Section 4.

Activate Pairing

Mode

Approx.

Motor Response

Hold P1

RELEASE P1

Sleep Mode

Approx.

P1

Motor Response

RELEASE P1

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Reverse
Direction

Approx.

Motor Response

RELEASE P1

Reset To Factory

Settings

Approx.

Motor Response

4 INTIAL SETUP

4.1 Pair Motor with controller

Select channel on

controller.

(Disregard if using single channel

controller)

Hold P1 button on motor Hold STOP on controller

IMPORTANT

Consult user manual for your
controller for information on

selecting channel.

Motor Response Motor Response

Motor is now in setup mode and ready for setting limits.

4.2 Check motor direction

To check travel direction of shade, press UP or

DOWN on controller.

RELEASE P1

To reverse shade direction, hold both UP

and DOWN until motor responds

Motor Reponse

Reversing motor direction using this method is
only possible during initial set-up, prior to first time limit
setting, or after a re-set of motor

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4.3 Set limits

IMPORTANT

Damage to shade may occur when operating motor prior to setting limits. Attention should be given.

To save upper limit, hold UP and STOP.

Move shade to the desired highest or lowest

position by pressing the UP or DOWN buttons

on controller.

To save lower limit, hold DOWN and STOP.

Quick Press = Step

Long Press = Continuous Travel

Motor Response

Approx.

SECS

5

Initial set-up is now complete

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5 ADJUSTING LIMITS

5.1 Adjust upper limit

Hold UP and STOP on Controller

until the motor responds.

Move shade to the

desired upper position

To save upper limit, hold UP and STOP until

the motor responds.

by pressing the UP or

DOWN button.

Motor Response Motor Response

Approx.

SECS

5

5.2 Adjust lower limit

Hold DOWN and STOP on

controller.

Move shade to the desired lowest

position by pressing the UP or DOWN

button

To save lower limit, hold DOWN and

STOP.

Motor Response Motor Response

Approx.

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SECS

5

6 ADDING OR REMOVING CONTROLLERS AND CHANNELS

6.1 Using motor P1 button

Hold P1 button on motor head. Hold STOP on controller to add or remove

Motor Response Motor Response

RELEASE P1

Approx.

6.2 Using a pre-existing controller

A= Existing controller or channel (to keep)

B= Controller or channel or add or remove

Press P2 on existing

controller.

Motor Response Motor Response Motor Response

Press P2 on existing

controller.

Press P2 on new

controller.

IMPORTANT

Consult user manual for your

controller or sensor.

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7 FAVORITE POSITIONING

7.1 Set favorite position

Move shade to the desired position by pressing the UP or DOWN button on the controller.

Press P2 on controller. Press STOP on controller. Press STOP on controller.

Motor Response Motor Response Motor Response

7.2 Send shade to favorite position

Hold STOP on controller.

Approx.

7.3 Delete favorite position

Press P2 on controller. Press STOP on controller. Press STOP on controller.

Motor Response Motor Response Motor Response

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8 SLEEP MODE

8.1 Enter sleep mode

Sleep mode is utilized to prevent a motor from moving during shipping of a fabricated shade.

Hold P1 button on motor head.

Motor Response

Approx.

Motor Response

RELEASE P1

8.2 Exit sleep mode

Exit sleep mode once shade is installed.

PRESS & RELEASE P1 button on motor head.

Motor Response

Approx.

Motor Response

MOTOR RUNS TO LIMIT

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9 TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause Remedy

A / C power supply not plugged in.

Battery in wand are depleted Replace 8xAA alkaline batteries.

Power failure

Transmitter battery is discharged Replace battery

Battery is inserted incorrectly

Motor is not responding

Unable to adjust or set limits. Remote is in a locked state.

Cannot program a single Motor
(multiple motors respond)

into transmitter

Radio interference/shielding

Receiver distance is too far from
transmitter

Incorrect wiring

Multiple motors are paired to the
same channel.

Check motor to power cable
connection and AC plug.

Check power supply to motor is
connected and active

Check battery polarity

Ensure transmitter is positioned
away from metal objects and the
aerial on motor or receiver is kept
straight and away from metal

Move transmitter to a closer
position

Check that wiring is connected
correctly (refer to motor
installation instructions)

Change remote status to an
unlocked state

Always reserve an individual
channel for programming
functions

SYSTEM BEST PRACTICE - Provide
an extra 15 channel remote in your
multi motor projects, that provides
individual control for each motor
for programming purposes

Place all other motors into sleep
mode (ref to P1 function overview

- section 3.2 and 10.1)

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