The provided manual describes the PowerView® Twist® Roller Blind 18VDC, a tubular motor designed for use with Twist® Roller Blinds from HunterDouglas. This document outlines the safety instructions, setup procedures, and special functions of the motor, emphasizing correct installation and programming for optimal performance.
Function Description
The PowerView® Twist® Roller Blind 18VDC motor is an integral component for automating Twist® Roller Blinds. Its primary function is to control the movement of the blind, allowing it to open, close, and adjust to specific positions, including a "fabric open position" for tilting the slats. The motor operates on 18VDC power and is designed for seamless integration with the PowerView® system, enabling control via a PowerView® remote or app.
The motor supports different operating modes, including "Roller blind" (default) and "Twist® Roller Blind," with options to enable or disable a "slow scene speed." The "Twist® Roller Blind" type is crucial for enabling the unique tilting functionality of Twist® blinds. The motor provides visual feedback through an LED sequence, indicating its current status, motor type, and programming mode.
Important Technical Specifications
While specific numerical technical specifications like torque or speed are not explicitly detailed in the provided pages, several operational parameters and requirements are highlighted:
- Power Supply: The motor operates on 18VDC, requiring connection to a battery wand or suitable power supply.
- Motor Type: The motor can be configured as "Roller blind" or "Twist® Roller Blind," each with an option for "slow scene speed disabled." The default setting is "Roller blind."
- Serial Number Requirement: Special functionalities, such as disabling slow scene speed or changing motor type via a standard PowerView® remote, are only available for motors with serial numbers 0020153 onwards. Users are instructed to check the product label for the motor's serial number.
- Battery Indication: The motor provides LED indications for battery status:
- Low battery (< 11.0V): The blind runs in slow mode and can only be sent upwards.
- Ultra low battery (< 8.5V): The blind will not run anymore, requiring battery replacement.
- Motor Current Indication: An LED sequence indicates when the maximum motor current has been reached, suggesting the blind is stuck at an obstacle.
- Programming Mode: A steady red LED indicates the motor is in program mode (during limit setting).
Usage Features
The PowerView® Twist® Roller Blind 18VDC offers several user-friendly features for setup and operation:
- Remote Control Pairing: The motor can be easily paired with a PowerView® remote, allowing control of up to 6 individual groups of blinds. The manual provides a step-by-step guide for assigning a blind to a specific group (e.g., group 1).
- End Limit Setting: Users can set both "open (top)" and "close (bottom)" limits for the blind. This process involves moving the blind to the desired position using the remote's open, stop, and close buttons, and fine-tuning with arrow buttons. The motor jogs to acknowledge when a limit is set.
- Fabric Open Position Setting: For Twist® Roller Blinds, a "fabric open position" can be set, which allows the blind to tilt open and close at the bottom position. This feature is crucial for the unique functionality of Twist® blinds.
- Motor Direction Check and Reversal: Before setting limits, users can check the motor's direction and reverse it if necessary. This is only possible with a fresh, out-of-the-box motor (no limits set) or after performing an end limits reset.
- Special Motor Functions (via Remote): For motors with serial numbers 0020153 onwards, a standard PowerView® remote can be used to:
- Disable slow scene speed: This ensures the motor runs at a consistent speed, whether activated by the app or remote.
- Change motor type: The motor type can be switched between "Roller blind" and "Twist® Roller Blind" using a specific sequence of button presses on the remote.
- LED Feedback: The motor's control button LED provides clear visual feedback on its status, including power-up sequence, motor type, and programming mode.
Maintenance Features
The manual outlines several procedures that can be considered maintenance-related, focusing on resetting and reconfiguring the motor:
- End Limits Reset (Factory Default): This procedure erases all stored limits in the volatile motor memory. It does not clear Network ID or Group assignments. This is useful for reconfiguring the blind's travel range.
- Network Reset: This procedure erases all network data, including Network ID and Group assignments, from the motor. It does not clear end limits. This is useful for re-pairing the motor with a new remote or hub.
- Clear Fabric Open Position: If the fabric open position is incorrectly set or needs adjustment, it can be easily cleared, allowing for a new position to be programmed.
- Motor Reboot Requirement: After enabling special functions like "Twist® Roller Blind type" or "Disable slow scene speed," the motor requires a power cycle (disconnecting and reconnecting power for 20 seconds) to reboot and activate the new function. This ensures the changes are applied correctly.
- Damage Prevention: The safety instructions emphasize crucial maintenance and handling practices:
- Do not operate a damaged blind.
- Only charge battery-operated blinds with suitable chargers.
- Operate the blind only within the prescribed environmental conditions.
- Use only recommended and suitable power sources.
- Replace window decoration motors when the rated cycle limitation is reached.
- Avoid dropping, drilling into, immersing in liquid, or causing collisions with the motor.
Overall, the PowerView® Twist® Roller Blind 18VDC is a sophisticated motor designed for automated window coverings, offering flexible programming and clear user feedback for a tailored experience.
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