C4 Zigbee Device - Installation and Programming Instructions

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The Somfy C4 Zigbee device is a Zigbee motor interface that enables seamless two-way integration of Somfy motorized shades with Control4 systems. It supports precise control, real-time feedback, and advanced automation features.

Article Links:

• Wiring

  • DC - 485 Motors

  • AC - 485 Motors (with RJ45)

  • AC - 485 Motors (with Phoenix)

• Control 4 Software Setup

• Device Setup Guide

  • Power-Up Behavior & Firmware Display

  • Inclusion Mode (Zigbee Pairing)

  • LED Indicator Overview

  • Disconnecting from Zigbee Network

  • Power Loss Behavior

  • Operations with Control4

  • Manual Motor Control (via SETUP Button)

  • Factory Reset

  • Removing from Zigbee Network

• Parts in the Box

Download C4 ZBDMI Driver Here

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Wiring

Wiring for DC - 485 Motors:

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Wiring for AC - 485 Motors (with RJ45):

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Wiring for AC - 485 Motors (with Phoenix):

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⚠️ Note: One (1) C4 Zigbee is required for each motor

 

Control 4 Software Setup

1. Create the project and add the Control4 processor.
2. Turn on the Zigbee server for Control 4 Zigbee connectivity.
   • The following message will appear when first adding a Zigbee network:
3. Create the necessary Zigbee configuration as seen from the following images:
   • Here, the Zigbee connection shows it is running properly.
4. To add the driver, first search the driver, “Somfy Control4 to Digital Motor Interface,” then add it to the project.
5. With the driver added, navigate to the “Connections” section, select the “Network” tab, and select the “ZigBee Network” option in the top left-hand column.
6. Select the Zigbee Mesh Network from the device using the drop-down at the bottom of the screen.
7. Connect the Control4 Zigbee interface to the motor.
   1. Press and hold the button on the unit for five (5) seconds.
      • This will put the unit into “Pairing Mode.”
   2. In the Composer software, click to highlight and add the Control4 Zigbee driver, then click the “Identify” button.
8. Wait for the Control4 Zigbee interface to pair with the Control4 Zigbee mesh.
9. The device is now paired with the Control4 Zigbee network.
10. In the “Driver Information” section, the added driver will show the communicating status of the device; double-click the Driver in the left-hand column to test the newly paired device.

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Device Setup Guide

Power-Up Behavior & Firmware Display

• Upon powering up, the RIGHT LED flashes ORANGE to indicate the firmware version:

  • Example: Version 3.2

    • 3 ORANGE flashes

    • 2 GREEN flashes

• The LEFT LED shows power status:

  • Solid GREEN = Device is powered on

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Inclusion Mode (Zigbee Pairing)

• After startup, the RIGHT LED will slowly flash ORANGE, indicating the device is in Zigbee inclusion mode.

• If the LED is not flashing, inclusion was unsuccessful. Retry the pairing process.

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LED Indicator Overview

• LEFT LED (Power Indicator):

  • Solid GREEN → Device has power

• RIGHT LED (Zigbee/SDN Communication):

  • Flashing ORANGE → Inclusion Mode

  • Flashing ORANGE & GREEN → Communicating with motor

  • Solid ORANGE → Connected to Zigbee network

  • ORANGE to GREEN → Active Zigbee communication

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Disconnecting from Zigbee Network

• Preferred Method:
  Use your Control4 interface to issue a disconnect command.

• Manual Method:
  Press and hold the SETUP button for 7 seconds.
  The RIGHT LED will begin flashing ORANGE, indicating successful disconnection.

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Power Loss Behavior

• If the Control4 Zigbee module loses power, the motor must be rediscovered.

• When paired with Janus or other high-capacity power supplies, the system retains device discovery, enabling consistent reconnection.

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Operations with Control4

• Open

• Close

• Go to Specific Percentage

• Stop

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Manual Motor Control (via SETUP Button)

You can manually control the motor at any time using the SETUP button:

• Quick Press & Release (within ½ second) cycles through motor commands:

  1. 1st Press → Move Down

  2. 2nd Press → Stop

  3. 3rd Press → Move Up

  4. 4th Press → Stop

Example Sequence:

• Press once to move the motor down

• Press again to stop

• Press again to move the motor up

• Press again to stop

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Factory Reset

1. Press and hold the SETUP button for 7 seconds

2. Release when the RIGHT LED flashes ORANGE
   → The device is now in Inclusion Mode

Note: The Control4 Zigbee Interface defaults to Inclusion Mode when first powered on.

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Removing from Zigbee Network

1. Press and hold the SETUP button for 7 seconds

2. When the RIGHT LED stops flashing, the device has been successfully removed from the network

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Parts in the Box

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For issues, contact Screen Innovations:
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Website: www.screeninnovations.com