Technologies
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SOMFY
Digital Network (SDN) |
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Radio
Technology SOMFY (RTS) |
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Wired
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Infrared (IR) |
What is the
difference between a wired control system and a radio control
system?
 In a wired control system, the control is connected to the electric
motor by wires which transmit your commands to the motor. It's a
tried and tested home automation technology. In this case, the
control unit is installed near the motor (beside the window, for
instance, for a motorized roller shade). With a radio control
system, the commands are transmitted by radio waves. This is
sometimes called '"wireless technology", as there is no electric
wiring between the motor and the control.
It is similar to how a garage door opener operates. The radio signal
travels through walls to operate the motorized window coverings. The
control is mobile, and you can control your roller shade within a
radius of up to 65 ft. Installation is quicker too and saves your
walls from being damaged. It's a neat, simple home automation
solution. Note: with Somfy, a wired system can always be upgraded to
a radio installation.
What does RTS mean?
It’s the abbreviation for Radio Technology Somfy®. This is a wireless
home automation control system by which radio waves are transmitted from
a remote control, or wall switch to operate motorized window coverings.
Is an RTS installation
more expensive than a traditional wired installation?
No. Wiring costs are eliminated and more importantly you're the interior
architect and your design styles are completely unaffected. That's the
great advantage of an RTS home automation solution.
I have a wired
installation. Can I upgrade it?
Yes. All you need to do is add an RTS receiver which will centralize
your commands and transmit them to the motors via the existing wiring.
And if you subsequently add another RTS product, it won't need to be
wired to the control point to create a smart home automation system.
Can I operate all my
motorized window coverings with a single remote control?
Certainly, RTS technology is compatible with all Somfy applications and
allows for individual or group operation of window coverings. So with a
single remote control, you can operate all the motorized window
coverings on your property, from your rolling shutters to your interior
shades and blinds.
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