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Electronic Solutions M40RF - User Manual

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Single Motor (Hub) and Remote
IMPORTANT: Prior to motor network setup, install batteries into the SUITE Remote and wait for the LEDs to go out (“asleep”).
Create the Hub Motor — Power up one factory default motor which automatically establishes it as the Hub.
1
(a) Connect AC power to the motor.
On motor, Yellow LED is solid and Red LED is
flashing (indicates end limits are not set).
2
(b) Wait until motor jogs twice.
Could take up to 3 minutes.
(c) Motor is now the Hub motor.
Yellow LED begins flashing for 60 seconds
(indicates Network Invite Mode).
3
Important Installation Information
When shipped, the remote is in Setup Mode to facilitate creation of a motor network.
When network creation is finished and ready for the end user, you must exit Setup Mode on the remote.
For best RF performance, the antenna on the motor should maintain as much separation from a conductive surface as possible.
Glossary
Hub Motor - Special designation for the first motor powered up. All commands to additional motors are routed through the Hub motor.
Jog Once - Motor moves a short distance in one direction.
Jog Twice - Motor moves a short distance in two directions.
Remote - The RF transceiver used to set up and operate motors.
Asleep - The default state of a remote is ―asleep‖ — no LEDs are lit. ―Wake Up‖ remote: press and release the UP or DOWN button.
Group - A collection of up to four motors controlled by Group 1, 2, 3, or 4 on an Arc transceiver or Group 1 on a Step transceiver.
LED - Light-emitting diode. Both the remote and the motor head have LEDs in three colors.
Blink - A single on/off of an LED.
Flash - LED turns on and off continuously.
M40/50RF Motor
The M40/50RF motor is equipped with radio frequency technology
and has three buttons with internal LEDs that provide visual
feedback during setup and operation.
Green LED – Button operates the motor in one direction.
Yellow LED – Center Button is used for motor administration.
Red LED – Button operates the motor in the other direction.
SUITE Remote
The SUITE Remote is equipped with radio frequency technology for wireless control
of all ESI RF-enabled motors.
The SUITE Step remote controls one group of up to four motors.
The SUITE Arc remote controls four groups of up to four motors each, for a total of sixteen motors.
Wake Up the Remote
The remote must be ―awake‖ to send or receive commands.
To wake up a remote that is ―asleep‖ (no LEDs are lit):
Press and release the UP or DOWN button.
NOTE: When no buttons are pressed, the remote goes to sleep after 10 seconds
while in User Mode, or after 60 seconds while in Setup Mode.
Blink or Flash = Solid =
M40/50RF System
Quick Setup Guide
© 2011 Electronic Solutions, Inc.
1355 Horizon Avenue, Lafayette, CO 80026 U.S.A.
Tel: (303) 469-9322 www.elec-solutions.com

Questions and Answers

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    jacobbradfordAug 2, 2025
    What to do if Electronic Solutions M40RF motor does not respond?
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      sanchezkevinAug 2, 2025
      If your Electronic Solutions Window Blinds motor isn't responding to button presses or remote commands, first ensure the motor is receiving AC power. If the motor head displays a red double blink (blink blink...blink blink...), it indicates a defect, and you should use a different motor.
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    loganjoshuaAug 7, 2025
    Why can't I add or administer motors on my Electronic Solutions M40RF Window Blinds?
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      Carlos McknightAug 7, 2025
      If you are unable to add new motors or manage existing ones (like adjusting limits) for your Electronic Solutions Window Blinds, it could be due to the Hub motor being offline or out of RF range. To resolve this: 1. Ensure motor antennas aren't touching conductive surfaces. 2. Unplug all motors except the Hub motor. 3. Reset the Hub motor to factory default and leave it powered on, waiting for it to jog twice (up to 3 minutes). 4. Reset the remote to factory default, allowing it to enter Network Search Mode. 5. The remote should automatically join the Hub and enter Setup Mode.
  • J
    Jacob OlsonAug 12, 2025
    What to do if Electronic Solutions M40RF remote is in Setup Mode but won't control a motor?
    • J
      Jonathan MorganAug 12, 2025
      If the remote for your Electronic Solutions Window Blinds is in Setup Mode but won't control a motor already added to the network, it's possible the remote's memory is full due to adding and deleting several motors. To fix this, delete any uncontrollable motors from the network to free up memory. Follow the instructions on how to “Delete a Motor from the Network.”
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    Melissa WoodsAug 16, 2025
    What does it mean if the red LED blinks twice on my Electronic Solutions Window Blinds remote?
    • L
      laurengrantAug 16, 2025
      If the red LED under the 'preset' button on your Electronic Solutions Window Blinds remote blinks twice in Setup Mode when a motor is selected, it indicates a communication error between the remote and the motor. To resolve this, delete the motor from the network and then re-add it. Follow the instructions on how to “Delete a Motor from the Network.” If you want to re-add the motor, follow the instructions on how to “Join Additional Motors to the Network.”
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    Linda FisherAug 22, 2025
    Why is my Electronic Solutions M40RF Window Blinds non-Hub motor not responding to the remote?
    • M
      mmartinezAug 22, 2025
      If your Electronic Solutions Window Blinds non-Hub motor isn't responding to commands like UP or DOWN from the remote when its Group Number is selected, it might not have joined the network. Here’s how to resolve this: 1. With the remote in Setup Mode and active: Press the STOP button. The green LED under “preset” will flash for up to 60 seconds. 2. Clear the non-Hub motor’s network information: Press the Center button 3 times within 1 second. The yellow LED on the motor will start flashing after a 5-second delay. The non-Hub motor will jog once when it joins the network.
  • B
    Bradley BlevinsAug 27, 2025
    How to fix Electronic Solutions Window Blinds installation steps that did not work?
    • A
      Alec BakerAug 27, 2025
      To address issues with Electronic Solutions Window Blinds installation steps that didn't work, reset both the motor and the remote to factory defaults and begin the installation process again.

Summary

Initial Motor Setup

Create the Hub Motor

Powers up the first motor to establish it as the Hub motor for network setup.

Network Setup

Join Remote to Hub Motor

Connects the SUITE remote to the Hub motor to form a network.

Toggle Motor Direction

Set Upper Limit

Configures the highest position the motor will travel to.

Set Motor Limits

Set Lower Limit

Defines the lowest position the motor will travel to.

Complete Installation

Add Multiple Motors

Join Additional Motors

Steps to connect subsequent motors to the established network.

Configure Added Motors

Motor Group Management

Assign Motor to Group

Motor Group Assignment

Change Motor Group

Remote Mode Management

Enter Setup Mode

Exit Setup Mode

Factory Resets

Reset Motor Defaults

Clears motor limits and network information, returning it to factory settings.

Reset Remote Defaults

Reboots or resets the remote to factory default, clearing network and device data.

Network Management

Delete Motor from Network

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Installation Problems

Motor Response Issues

Network Connectivity Issues

Electronic Solutions M40RF Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandElectronic Solutions
ModelM40RF
CategoryWindow Blinds
LanguageEnglish