Somfy Automation
We recommend and supply Somfy motorisation components with all automated blinds. At the ‘touch of a button’ you can adjust any or all of the blinds in your home. The roller blinds can be controlled by a wall switch or for ultimate convenience by a hand held remote control. Either way you can operate the blinds individually, as a group or both.
There are 3 different types of motorisation available depending on our needs:
Battery operated
- Eliminates the need for any hard wiring
Altus LS 40 hard wired
- Involves hard wiring with a wall mounted control
Altus RTS 40 remote operated
- Involves hard wiring with a remote operated control
“MY” Favourite Position
Somfy RTS motors all feature a favourite position, allowing you to easily stop your awnings, sunscreens and external venetian blinds in the same position time after time. Setting your favourite position is easy and once done simply press the ‘MY’ button on your Somfy remote control.
Motors
Somfy motors are made to the highest standards, from the finest materials. They are specially designed to be completely concealed, which means Somfy motors are out of sight, and hush, you can barely hear them! With Somfy’s smart motorisation solutions you can be sure that life will be made easy!
Remote Controls
Our remote controls have been designed with flair and come in a range of colours to suit every décor! Telis remotes also come with a convenient and discreet wall mount, meaning you will always be able to find your remote when you want it. With a range of 200 metres in open space, or around 20 metres through two reinforced concrete walls, you can operate your Somfy motor from anywhere in the home. For your convenience, Somfy Telis remotes come with either 1 or 4 channels and for ultimate control the Telis Composio and Impresario feature 20 channels and an easy to use LCD screen.
Coupled up with the Acmeda system is the most discrete way of manufacturing.
Telis 1 Channel RTS - Able to control one motor or one group of motors together.
Telis 4 Channel RTS - With 4 individual channels for one motor or group of motors, Somfy Telis 4 Channel remotes have a 5th channel perfect for using as a group channel for all your motors.
Wall Mounted Control
Somfy’s wall mounted controls combine functionality with style. They allow individual control of a blind, curtain, awning or roller shutter or several applications at once as a master switch. Wall switches are available hardwired or, for complete ease of installation using Somfy’s innovative wirefree RTS technology.
Situo RTS - Do you want the convenience of a wall switch without wiring? Situo RTS will control one motor or one group of motors.
Centralis RTS - Centralis RTS is a single channel wireless wall switch designed in the classic Inteo style.
Chronis RTS - Chronis RTS is a single channel timer. Programme different opening and closing times for different days of the week. Chronis RTS is ideally used as a master control in combination with a Somfy Telis remote control.
Commonly Asked Questions
What are the benefits of installing a Somfy automation system?
- Convenience, control and better use of light
- Control of heat transfer for greater energy efficiency
- Save money through more efficient use of heating and cooling systems
- The Somfy motor – once installed – is hidden from view
- Eliminates the need for and potential danger to children of unsightly chains or cords
- More comfortable and secure environment
- No manual adjustments – this minimises potential for damage from manual operation
- Providing longer life of the window covering device
- Protection from fading and wear of furnishings from direct light and heat
- Assists elderly, frail or invalid people to easily move window coverings
- Allows easy accessibility to high or difficult to reach windows
- Easily integrated with home / building automation systems
- Somfy automation systems can be easily installed as retrofit or with new construction
- Aesthetics and convenience of mobility
Where is the Somfy motor installed?
The Somfy Motor is installed within the tube or headrail of your awning, blind, roller shutter or projection screen – effectively making the motor hidden from view.
Who will do my installation?
Somfy has a dealer network throughout Australia and New Zealand who provide the finished awning, blind, roller shutter or projection screen to you. All dealers are trained on Somfy products. These dealers will do your installation – whether it is for new or existing applications. Also a licensed electrician is required to connect the system to the power supply.
Can the Somfy automation system be installed in my existing awnings, blinds or roller shutters?
Yes. Motorised solutions from Somfy can be fitted to most new or existing blinds, awnings or roller shutters.
What is the difference between wired installation and non-wired installation?
Wired installation requires a direct wiring connection between the motor and the controller and then a connection to a powerpoint. Non-wired - or RTS - connection requires only for the motor to be connected to the powerpoint. The radio receiver is inside the motor so no additional wiring is required. Non-wired connections are great for high up or exterior applications or for retrofits so there is no messing or drilling to your existing décor.
Warranty
Somfy Products are synonymous with innovation, excellent quality, safety and durability. Each product is extensively tested to ensure it conforms with national and international standards before it leaves the factory. All Somfy motors, controls and sensors carry a 5 year warranty.
Components
We only manufacture roller blinds using the complete Acmeda system. This system provides us with the ability to integrate motorisation components effortlessly to provide you with an exceptional automated system.
Refer to the diagram below which outlines the components used for motorisation.