Somfy Systems SWF User Manual

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OUTDOOR SUNIS RTS WIREFREE

Sun Sensor

9020412

EN

Installer Manual

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SOMFY SYSTEMS INC
SOMFY NA HEADQUARTERS
121 Herrod Blvd.
Dayton, NJ 08810

(800) 22-SOMFY (76639)

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CALIFORNIA
15291 Barranca Parkway
Irvine, CA 92618-2201
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IC statements:

- This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS
standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause
undesired
Operation of the device.

- Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada
applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation
est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l'appareil ne doit
pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit
accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage
est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Copyright © 3/2017 Somfy Systems Inc./SAS. All rights reserved.

FLORIDA
6100 Broken Sound Pkwy. N.W.
Suite 14
Boca Raton, FL 33487

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SOMFY ULC
SOMFY Canada Division
5178 Everest Drive
Mississauga, Ontario L4W2R4

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Introduction:
The SUNIS RTS sun sensor provides control of your
RTS motorized products based on current sun light
levels. It can provide maintenance free service for 5+
years from 2 AA batteries. The precise sun level can
easily be selected with 8 possible levels of light
sensitivity. The sun function can be enabled/dis­abled via a Somfy Soliris RTS transmitter or MyLink.

A Somfy Soliris RTS transmitter or MyLink must be
provided with each installation to enable/disable the
sun function.

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Wirefree, no electrician required

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Easily select from 8 levels for sun threshold setting

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Long battery life

■ DEMO mode for fast and easy testing

Overview

■ LED feed back for all functions

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Compatible with full range of RTS exterior motors

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Ideal for new and existing installations

FCC:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following conditions:

- This device may not cause harmful interference and

- This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation

Warning! Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer could void the users authority to operate the equipment.

Safety:

Before installing and using this product, please read these
instructions carefu lly.

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 this product.

Any use outside the field of application specified by Somfy
invalidates the warranty and discharges Somfy of all liability,
as does any failure to comply with the instructions given
herein.

Before installing please check the compatibility of this
product with the associated equipment and accessories.

Specific safety advice:

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Never drop, knock, drill or submerge the SUNIS.

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Do not use abrasive products or solvents to clean the
SUNIS RTS

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Do not clean it using a water spray or high pressure
cleaning methods.

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Ensure that the receiver is kept clean and regularly
check if it is operating correctly.

SUNIS RTS Specifications:
Power In: AA Alkaline Battery

Maximum Range: 65 ft. under optimal conditions
Operating Temperature: -4 F to 104 F (-20 C to +40 C)

IP34 rated for direct weather exposure (Must be mounted
correctly as per mounting instructions)

What is in the box:

1. Sunis RTS sensor with built in mounting base

2. 2 AA alkaline batteries

3. 2 mounting screws

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GETTING STARTED

Green
Prog LED

Red
Batt LED

Prog
Button

­Sun Level

+
Sun Level

Opening the Sunis RTS:

Fig 1

Fig 2

Rotate the top clockwise to align the arrows on the base
and sensor top Fig1. This will allow you to open the
sensor by lifting the sensor top from the mounting
base Fig 2.

Batteries:

Fig 2

Two AA Alkaline
Install the batteries paying attention to the polarity
shown on the base Fig 2.

If the batteries are good and installed correctly, the
RED battery LED will blink just after the batteries are
installed.

Hint: You can also check if batteries are still good by
removing them and reinstalling and confirming the
battery LED blinks.

Installation:

Green LED
Level 5-8

Red LED
Level 1-4

Battery
Red LED

Fig 3.

1 2

For exterior use, the Sunis RTS must be mounted to a
vertical wall.

Drill 2 holes 17mm apart Fig 3.1.

Mount the Sunis RTS base with the up arrow facing up
and the drain hole facing directly down Fig 3.2.

Fig4

The mounting location is critical Fig 4. Mount the Sunis
RTS facing the direction the awning/screen protects
from sun. Ensure it is clear from obstruction that could
shade it through out the day.

Programming:

Programming

Button

Fig 5

Fig 6

Adding the Sunis RTS to the motor(s):

Step 1: Press the programming button on the RTS
transmitter for 3+ sec until the motor jogs. Fig 5
Step 2: Press the Prog button on the Sunis RTS. Fig 6
The green Prog LED will light and the motor will jog.
The Sunis RTS has been added to the motor.

Deleting the sensor - Repeat steps 1 and 2 above.

Hints:

A Soliris transmitter or MyLink must be
programmed to the motor(s) to allow the user to
Enable/Disable the sun Function.

If a sensor is removed or damaged, it must be cleared
from the motor memory.

To delete all sensors when adding a new sensor, follow
steps 1 and 2 above except on step 2 hold the prog
button until the motor jogs twice (approx 7 sec). This
Will clear all sensors. Repeat steps 1 and 2 normally to
add the new sensor.

Setting Sun Threshold Level:

Thresholds

Sunlight

intensity

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1 5 10 20 40 55 75 100

Increase
Threshold

(kLux)

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Decrease
Threshold

LED active

Number of

flashes

Red

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Green

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The Sun Threshold level can be adjusted up or down by
a short press of the + or - button. For levels 1-4 the
orange LED will blink 1 - 4 times to confirm the level.
For levels 5-8 the green LED will blink.

DEMO Mode:

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Time Delays No Sun Sun

Normal Mode 15-30 min 2 min

Demo Mode 15 sec 10 sec

Demo mode allows the Sunis RTS to be more easily
tested by reducing the delay times. Pressing the + & ­together will cause the Sunis to cycle in or out of Demo.
The Red and Green LEDs will alternate when entering
Demo mode and blink together when exiting. The Sunis
Will automatically time out of Demo mode in 3 min.