Somfy Systems DECOFLEX User Manual

DECOFLEX RTS SWITCH

Operating Instructions

DESCRIPTION

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White: 1810813
Ivory: 1810814
Black: 1810830

The DecoFlex RTS Switch is a wireless radio transmitter compatible with
all Somfy RTS Motors and externally mounted RTS receivers.

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Commands are transmitted by radio waves at 433.42 MHz.

- Power: 3V lithium battery, CR 2450 type

- Operating temperature: +5 C/41 F to +40 C/104 F

- Range: Up to 65 Ft.

- Fits into standard Decora Wall Plates

This is a low voltage device which does not need to be mounted inside an
electrical box. It can be mounted adjacent to an existing Decora style light
switch or as a stand alone device using the specific SOMFY low voltage
bracket (included).

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PROGRAMMING

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A. ADDING A DECOFLEX RTS WALL SWITCH - INITIAL INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT: for initial programming provide power only to the motor or receiver being programmed

1. Set the RTS Receiver or Motor into its Programming Mode (Refer to the installation instructions of the relevant

RTS receiver or motor for this procedure).

2. Select the Channel to be memorized by pressing the appropriate button. The button will light. Refer to Figure 1.

3. Using a paperclip or similar device, briefly press the programming button (1 sec max) located on the DecoFlex Switch

4. The receiver/motor will confirm the addition of the new DecoFlex Switch in their respective manners.

B. ADDING MULTIPLE DECOFLEX WALL SWITCHES

1. Place the receiver or motor into programming mode by pressing and holding the programming button (for 3 sec.) of a
DecoFlex switch or Telis Transmitter that has been previously memorized. There is no need to access the external receiver
for this operation.

2. The receiver/motor will confirm PROGRAMMING MODE in their respective manners.

3. Select the NEW channel or RTS Switch to be memorized. Press the programming button (1 sec. max.) on the DecoFlex RTS switch.

4. The receiver/motor will confirm the addition of the new RTS Switch or Channel in their respective manners.

Programming

Button

FIGURE 1

Select the

Channel

C. REMOVING A DECOFLEX RTS SWITCH FROM THE MOTOR OR RECEIVER’S MEMORY

1. Place the receiver or motor into programming mode by pressing and holding the programming button (for 3 sec.) of a DecoFlex RTS Switch or Telis
Transmitter that has been previously memorized. It should NOT be the one to be removed from memory.

2. The receiver/motor will confirm PROGRAMMING MODE in their respective manners.

3. Select the RTS Switch or Channel to be removed from memory. Press the programming button (1 sec. max.) on the RTS switch.

4. The receiver/motor will confirm the removal of the RTS Switch or Channel in their respective manners.

OPERATION

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1. Select the channel of the window treatment to be operated by pressing the appropriate button. The button will light.
Refer to Figure 2.

2. To raise the window treatment, press the UP button. Similarly, to lower the window treatment, press the DOWN button.

3. To stop the window treatment at any time, simply press the STOP button.

DOWN
Button

SOMFY CANADA

6315 Shawson Drive, Unit #1

Mississauga, Ontario L5T1J2

SOMFY SYSTEMS, INC.

47 Commerce Drive
Cranbury, NJ 08512

FIGURE 2

Select the

Channel

STOP

Button

UP

Button

SOMFY SYSTEMS, INC. reserves the right to change,
update or improve this document without prior notice.

Ref. No. 2501819

SOMFY SYSTEMS, INC. 3/08

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MOUNTING METHOD

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The special SOMFY low voltage bracket is specifically designed to mount the DecoFlex RTS wall switch next to an existing Decora
light switch with an electrical box already behind the drywall. This bracket differs from other off-the-shelf low voltage brackets
because it is offset on one side. This allows a double gang Decora style cover plate to fit over both switches without installing a
double gang electrical box behind the drywall. It is also possible to mount this bracket as a stand alone low voltage device.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

NOTE: This bracket is designed for an existing electrical box already behind the sheetrock. If a retrofit electrical box was used, it is
recommended to remove the single gang and replace it with a double gang retrofit box.

1. Orient the brackets flat side against

the wall keeping the thin side closest to

and centered with the existing electrical
switch box.

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thin side

of bracket

4. Insert bracket (as shown) into
hole, keeping the thin side
closest to the existing switch
box, and laying flat on drywall.

5. To keep the bracket in

place, bend tabs 90 around
drywall, as tightly as
possible.

2. Align the inside edge of the thin side of the bracket with
the outside edge of the switch box. Then trace the
inside shape (as shown by the dashed line in the
diagram) of the bracket. (sheetrock not shown for clarity)

Existing Electrical Box

wood 2x4

Inside

Edge

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6. Mount low voltage switch into
bracket, with its edge flush
against electrical switch box.

3. Cut traced opening into drywall. Be careful
not to make the opening larger than
necessary, to ensure a tight fit. Use
dimensions in diagram below. Do not exceed
these dimensions to ensure a proper fit of
the bracket

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7. Finish the installation by mounting
a standard double gang Decora
switch cover plate, over both
switches.

drywall

BATTERY LIFE

The DecoFlex RTS Switches are powered by a 3V battery (type 2450)

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which provides about 25 years operation assuming 4
operations per day. When the battery becomes discharged,
the control LED no longer lights up when a command is
sent, and the command is not carried out.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (i). This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (ii). This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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HOW TO REPLACE THE BATTERY

1. Remove the screws on the back cover of the RTS Switch.

2. Slide the battery out of its holder by pushing it with a screwdriver.

3. Insert the new battery, maintaining its correct polarity.
NOTE: Do not throw the battery in the trash, but dispose of it properly.