Solo Connect

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About the Solo Connect

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Connect is a compact interface that converts common A/V control signals into Somfy wireless RTS commands for controlling Somfy RTS motors. It operates at 433.42 MHz with a typical transmission range of up to 30 feet in clear conditions. Range may be reduced by obstacles or devices that interfere with radio signals.

Key Features:

• Functions independently of the Solo Remote
• Converts A/V control signals to RTS wireless commands
• Typical range: ~30 ft (line of sight, no interference)

Installation Guidelines:

• Mount with the base facing down and maintain at least 1 inch of clearance around the unit for airflow
• May also be placed on its side with the same 1-inch air gap
• Compact and lightweight: 3" x 3" x 7/8", 2.3 oz. for easy placement

Power Requirements:

• Powered by a 12V DC supply
• Input: 110–240V AC, 50/60Hz, with a current draw of 300mA

Operating Temperature:

• 0°C to 50°C

Tip: If you need to move the Connect, simply unplug the connections, relocate it, and then reconnect the power and wiring. There's no need to re-pair the device. The motor stores all device addresses internally and will remember the Connect when powered back on.

Warning: The Connect is not designed for use in wet environments. Keep the ambient temperature within the specified range.

Connect's Inputs

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Installation

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1. Connect the 12V power supply to a wall outlet.
2. Insert the barrel connector from the power supply into the power port on the device.
   • The status LED will illuminate, visible through the case on the side opposite the ports.
   
3. The Connect will need to be paired to the screen. There are two ways to pair the screen and the Connect.

Warning: The Connect will need to be paired to the screen.

Pairing Method A – Using the Solo Remote

1. Use a large paperclip to **press the button on the back of the Solo Remote** until the screen jogs once.
2. Then, use the paperclip to **briefly press the pairing button** on the Connect through the small hole on the bottom of the case.
   • The screen will jog once to confirm that the Connect is now paired with the Solo screen.
   • To verify the pairing, use the SI Infrared remote and press the Down button. If the Connect is successfully paired, the screen will begin to move downward.

Pairing Method B – Without the Solo Remote

1. Use a large paperclip to press the motor's pairing button through the small hole near the right side of the screen opening. Hold it until the screen jogs once.
2. Then, use the paperclip to briefly press the button on the Connect, located through the small hole on the bottom of the case.
   • The screen will jog once to confirm that the Connect is now paired with the Solo screen.

Danger: Do not hold the pairing button after the screen jogs. Holding it too long can erase all motor settings and unpair every remote. If this happens, you'll need to re-pair all remotes and reset all limits using the Solo Remote.

Choose Your Control Method

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Select your preferred control signal type from the options below:

• A. Infrared (IR) Control – Requires line-of-sight
• B. 12V DC Trigger – Does not require line-of-sight
• C. Momentary Dry Contact – Does not require line-of-sight

Control Method A: Infrared (IR) Control

Once the Connect is paired with the screen, you can use the SI IR remote from up to 35 feet away, as long as there's a clear line of sight to the Connect.

• The built-in IR sensor is located just left of the power indicator light when facing the unit.
• Make sure the sensor is visible and not blocked.
• The SI IR Remote functions the same way as the Solo Remote, using familiar Up, Down, and Stop buttons.

The IR port on the Connect allows you to connect an external remote IR eye (not included) via a standard 3.5mm mono audio jack.

• The external IR eye can be placed in a convenient location where it is accessible to the IR remote, while the Connect itself can remain hidden.
• Once the remote IR eye is plugged in, the internal IR sensor is bypassed.
• Unplugging the remote IR eye restores the internal IR sensor to its original function.

Third party IR universal control systems may be used to control the screen and commands may be learned from the SI IR Remote or using these hex codes:

UP:
0000 006c 0000 000c 0006 011b 0006 011b 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 011b 0006 08a4

STOP:
0000 006c 0000 000c 0006 011b 0006 011b 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 011b 0006 011b 0006 08a4

DOWN:
0000 006c 0000 000c 0006 011b 0006 011b 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 00bb 0006 011b 0006 00bb 0006 08a4

Control Method B: 12VDC Trigger

A DC trigger voltage activates the Connect to send RF commands, controlling the screen. This method is typically used to allow the projector to control the screen directly.

• When a projector with a trigger output is turned on, it sends a constant voltage to deploy the screen.
• Hard-wired connections are needed between the control point and the Connect.

How it works:

• A constant DC voltage between 5V and 12V triggers the Connect to send a wireless command to lower the screen to its limit.
• The screen will stay down as long as the voltage is applied.
• When the voltage is removed, a wireless command is sent to roll the screen back up.

Wiring Note:

• The center pin is positive
• The outer barrel is negative

Control Method C: Dry Contact

This control method uses momentary contact switches (like push buttons) or relays, commonly found in control systems. It requires hard-wiring between the control point and the Connect.

• Momentarily connecting the leads will either lower the screen to the lower limit or raise it to the fully rolled-up position.
• No extra power supply is needed to operate the screen.

Danger: Do not apply power to the dry contact connections, as this could damage the Connect and void the warranty.

To send the screen DOWN:

• Momentarily connect pins 3 and 4. The power LED on the Connect will turn off during transmission, and the screen will lower to its limit.

To send the screen UP:

• Momentarily connect pins 4 and 6. The power LED will turn off, and the screen will roll up to the upper limit.

Info: There is no STOP command. The screen cannot be stopped at an intermediate position using dry contact controls.

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Phone: [phone] Option 3
Website: www.screeninnovations.com

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