Home installation control expert Somfy has announced a new range of motorised solutions for custom installers offering both wired and wireless options for control of Somfy powered blinds, curtains, screens and lifts.
The RS 485 RTS Transmitter is a wireless control capable of interfacing with major third party control systems such as Crestron, AMX and Control 4 who have all developed their own drivers for ease of integration. It can manage up to 16 groups of Somfy RTS motorised products individually or as a group and has five dry contact input ports as an additional control option.
Other products in the range include the Somfy RS485 4ILT interface which can control up to four Somfy ILT motors and provide bi-directional communication for exact alignment.
Due later this year, the Sonesse 30 RS 485 intelligent quiet drive motor can power a range of interior blind and screen applications. It offers bi-directional serial communication with third party control systems via the RS 485 to provide 16 intermediate positions, feedback for exact motor position for precise control from third party systems and is also rated at 44 dBa to provide quiet operation.
Charlotte Townend, Market Manager at Somfy, said: “The ability to integrate Somfy powered solutions with third party control systems is a great feature that will be welcomed by custom installers, and by those looking to fully exploit the potential for motorisation.”