SOMFY animeo User Manual

ANIMEO RS-485 MOTOR CONTROLLER
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Description: The Animeo RS-485 motor controller is an intelligent motor controller designed to allow digital
control of up to four standard Somfy motors. Catalog numbers: AC - 1860158, DC - 1860159.
Features: In addition to RS-485 serial control, the Animeo RS-485 motor controller allows motor control
through any of the methods below.
*RTS control: Allows control via any Somfy RTS transmitter or RTS interface
*IR control: Allows control via the Somfy 8 channel IR transmitter
* IR and RTS modules sold separately
Dry contact: Manually operate motors through a low voltage switch
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Main Power
24V DC
Next MoCo
Master Switch / Dry Contact
Input
Master control to next MoCo
Individual Switch /
dry contact control
RS-485 in/out
RS-485 in/out
Master Switch / Dry Contact
Input
Master control to next MoCo
Individual Switch /
dry contact control
RS-485 in/out
RS-485 in/out
Main Power
110V AC
Next MoCo

SOMFY animeo Specifications

General

Brand	SOMFY
Model	animeo
Category	Power Supply
Language	English

Summary

Installation and Motor Connections

Motor Connections

Details on wiring configurations for AC and DC motors, emphasizing correct terminal connections for safety and function.

Testing Motor Direction

Methods for verifying correct motor operation (up/down) using switches or jumpers after wiring.

Setup and Programming

Required Components for Programming

Lists necessary hardware (PC, converter) and software (RS485 ILT3) for controller programming.

Motor Controller Addressing

Procedure for locating and converting the motor controller's ID to hexadecimal for software communication.

Programming Group Addresses

Instructions for assigning group addresses to multiple motors for synchronized response to commands.

Controller Configuration Details

Base Address and Motor Addresses

Explanation of base address (master control) and individual motor addresses, including calculation method.

MoCo Channels and General Settings

Configuring channels, reading/setting base/group addresses, and entering node labels.

Lock Status Configuration

How to lock channels or groups to prevent unauthorized operation based on priority levels.

Advanced Control Features

MoCo Orders

Setting run times, backlash, tilt, and speed for motors, including local enabled status.

MoCo Positioning

Controlling motor position, setting intermediate positions (IP), and defining key modes.

Integration and Reference

RTS & IR Modules

Instructions for inserting and using RTS or IR modules for wireless control.

Integration with Home Automation

Guidance on integrating with systems via RS-232/RS-485 and using the Command String Calculator.

Quick Programming Guide and Accessories

Quick Programming Reference Guide

A step-by-step summary of the programming process, from software installation to final configuration.

Accessories

A list of compatible accessories such as RTS/IR modules, interfaces, and switches.