This document outlines the operation and programming of the Quick Press Wand for Blinds To Go motorized shades. The wand serves as a remote control for adjusting shade positions and setting various limits and favorite positions.
Function Description:
The Quick Press Wand is a handheld device designed to control motorized window shades. It allows users to move shades up and down, stop them at any point, and program specific upper, lower, and favorite positions. The wand communicates wirelessly with the shade motor.
Important Technical Specifications:
The manual does not explicitly list technical specifications such as battery type, operating frequency, or range. However, it implies a wireless communication protocol between the wand and the shade motor. The wand features a charging port, suggesting a rechargeable battery.
Usage Features:
Basic Operations:
- Go to Upper Position: Hold the UP arrow for 2 seconds.
- Go to Lower Position: Hold the DOWN arrow for 2 seconds.
- Stop Shade: Press the UP or DOWN arrow once.
- Go to Favorite Position 1: Double tap the UP arrow.
- Go to Favorite Position 2: Double tap the DOWN arrow.
Setting or Adjusting Shade Limits:
A. Upper Limit:
- Initiate Programming: Hold the PROGRAM button on the back of the wand for 5 seconds. The motor will move up and down a short distance, and a red light on the motor head will illuminate, indicating the start of the upper limit setting process.
- Confirm Upper Limit Setting: Tap the UP button once to signal that you are setting the upper limit.
- Set Desired Upper Position: Press and hold the UP button to move the shade to the desired upper position. Release the button once the shade reaches the intended position.
- Fine-Tuning (Optional): If further adjustment is needed, tap the UP or DOWN button to achieve the precise upper limit.
- Save Upper Limit: Press the PROGRAM button once on the back of the wand. The motor will move up and down a short distance to confirm that the new upper limit has been saved.
B. Lower Limit:
- Initiate Programming: Hold the PROGRAM button on the back of the wand for 5 seconds. The motor will move up and down a short distance, and a red light on the motor head will illuminate, indicating the start of the lower limit setting process.
- Confirm Lower Limit Setting: Tap the DOWN button once to signal that you are setting the lower limit.
- Set Desired Lower Position: Press and hold the DOWN button to move the shade to the desired lower position. Release the button once the shade reaches the intended position.
- Fine-Tuning (Optional): If further adjustment is needed, tap the UP or DOWN button to achieve the precise lower limit.
- Save Lower Limit: Press the PROGRAM button once on the back of the wand. The motor will move up and down a short distance to confirm that the new lower limit has been saved.
Setting Favorite Positions:
The wand motor can store two favorite positions.
A. Setting Favorite Position 1:
- Move to Desired Position: Use the UP or DOWN buttons to move the shade to your desired favorite position.
- Program Position: Double tap the PROGRAM button, then double tap the UP button. This sequence must be completed within 10 seconds.
- Confirmation: The shade will move up and down a short distance to confirm that favorite position 1 has been saved.
B. Setting Favorite Position 2:
- Move to Desired Position: Use the UP or DOWN buttons to move the shade to your desired favorite position.
- Program Position: Double tap the PROGRAM button, then double tap the DOWN button. This sequence must be completed within 10 seconds.
- Confirmation: The shade will move up and down a short distance to confirm that favorite position 2 has been saved.
Erasing Limits and Favorite Positions:
A. Deleting Both Limits and Favorite Positions:
- Initiate Deletion: Double tap the PROGRAM button on the back of the wand. A red light on the motor head will illuminate, indicating the start of the deletion process.
- Confirm Deletion: Hold the PROGRAM button on the back of the wand for 5 seconds. The shade will move up and down a short distance to confirm that both limits and favorite positions have been deleted.
B. Deleting Just a Favorite Position:
- Move to Desired Favorite Position: Use the UP/DOWN buttons to move the shade to the favorite position you wish to delete.
- Repeat Setting Steps: Follow the steps for setting that specific favorite position (either Favorite Position 1 or 2). This action will overwrite the existing favorite position with the current shade position, effectively deleting the previous favorite.
- Confirmation: The shade will move up and down a short distance to confirm that the favorite position was deleted (or overwritten).
Changing Direction of Shade:
- Initiate Direction Change: Hold the PROGRAM button on the back of the wand for 5 seconds. The shade will move up and down a short distance, indicating the start of the direction change process.
- Reverse Direction: Hold the PROGRAM button on the back of the wand for another 5 seconds. The shade will move up and down a short distance again, confirming that the shade direction is now reversed.
Maintenance Features:
The manual mentions a "Charging Port" on the wand, indicating that the device is rechargeable. However, it does not provide details on charging procedures, battery life, or other maintenance aspects. Regular charging would be necessary to ensure continuous operation.