SwitchBot R-SMS-EN-2205 Curtain Rod 2 User Manual
- June 12, 2024
- SwitchBot
Table of Contents
SwitchBot R-SMS-EN-2205 Curtain Rod 2
Package Contents
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Main Body
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Hook Pair (Rod 2)
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Type-C Cable
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Beads Fixer (beads installed)
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Clip
Name of Parts
Preparation
- A smartphone or tablet with Bluetooth 4.2 or above.
- Download the SwitchBot app on App Store or Google Play Store.
- Open the Switch Bot app and register for a SwitchBot account or sign in directly if you have an account.
- Fully charge your SwitchBot Curtain.
- (Optional) If you intend to use Cloud Services, you need to set up a SwitchBot Hub Mini (sold separately) and connect your phone to the internet.
iOS 11.0+
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Android 5.0+
Check your Curtain Track
SwitchBot Curtain Rod 2 supports curtain track with the following
measurements:
If Switch Bot Curtain Rod 2 does not work on your curtain track, please contact:
Installation
Step 1: Add Switch Bot Curtain in the App
Create a Switch Bot account or sign in from the app’s profile page. On the Home page, tap the top right+ sign, select the Curtain logo and follow the instructions to add SwitchBot Curtain to your account.
Step 2: Install on your Curtain Track
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Ring Top Curtains
① CD Close your curtain and remove the first hook from it.
② Pull the detached Hook and attach it between the first and second ring onto your curtain rod.
③ Put the main body (attached with the other Hook) onto the rod, pull down the Hook and install it on the main body, you will hear a click when it is firmly installed.
④ Finish by adjusting the position of the Switch Bot Curtain to keep it perpendicular to the ground, make sure the logo faces indoor. Put Switch Bot Curtain behind your curtain.
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Grommet Curtains
① Install Switch Bot Curtain at the back of your curtain.
② Pull the detached Hook and attach it between the first and second grommet.
③ Put the main body (attached with the other Hook) onto the rod, pull down the Hook and install it on the main body, you will hear a click when it is firmly installed.
④ Adjust the position of the Switch Bot Curtain to keep it perpendicular to the ground, make sure the logo faces indoor.
⑤ Refer to the pictures below, install the beads fixer at the top of the
grommet (with beads installed in it), make sure that you clip it on the
grommet firmly. Finish by cutting the remaining beads or put it behind your
curtain.
- Tab Top Curtains
Install the clips provided according to the pictures below before you install Switch Bot Curtain.
Close your curtain, attach a clip on the first tab.
Attach the remaining clips on other tabs as shown on the picture.
Beware that all other clips should be attached the opposite way against the first clip, make sure all the clips are sitting on the top of the rod and are aligned with each other.
① Install Switch Bot Curtain at the back of your curtain.
② Pull the detached Hook and attach it between the first and second tab onto your curtain rod.
③ Put the main body (attached with the other Hook) onto the rod, pull down the Hook and install it on the main body, you will hear a click when it is firmly installed.
④ Finish by adjusting the position of the Switch Bot Curtain to keep it perpendicular to the ground, make sure the logo faces indoor.
- Back Tab Curtains
Install the clips provided according to the pictures below before you install Switch Bot Curtain.
Close your curtain, attach a clip on the first tab.
Attach the remaining clips on other tabs as shown on the picture.
Beware that all other clips should be attached the opposite way against the first clip, make sure all the clips are sitting on the top of the rod and are aligned with each other.
① Install Switch Bot Curtain at the back of your curtain.
② Pull the detached Hook and attach it between the first and second tab onto your curtain rod.
③ Put the main body (attached with the other Hook) onto the rod, pull down the Hook and install it on the main body, you will hear a click when it is firmly installed.
④ Finish by adjusting the position of the Switch Bot Curtain to keep it
perpendicular to the ground, make sure the logo faces indoor.
How to Control Double Side Curtain
If you are using a double side curtain, we recommend you to use 2 Switch Bot
Curtains to open it from the middle.
If you only purchased 1 Switch Bot Curtain, you may use the clips provided to join them and turn it into a single side curtain.
Note: Using a single Switch Bot Curtain may affect user experience.
Step 3: Calibration
After adding and installing Switch Bot Curtain, you need to calibrate it in order to fit your current curtain track. Please follow the app’s guidance to calibrate to make sure that the actual movement of curtain and the video on the app are the same. You will need to recalibrate every time you change the Open Mode in the app, you can reset these settings on the Settings page anytime.
Note: You can group 2 Switch Bot Curtains and control them if you choose to open from the middle. Before you calibrate, please make sure that their positions are the same as stated on the app’s picture.
Control
App Control
Open and close the curtain at your fingertips. We offer intuitive app control
for iOS and Android, with weekly/bi-weekly updates following feedback from
you.
OTA firmware update is also available for better user experience.
When Switch Bot Curtain senses you drawing the curtain for more than 5 cm, it will kick in and do the work for you. You only need to pull one side of a double side curtain. You may turn off this function from advanced settings.
- 5 cm lowers the possibility of false trigger by your pets.
**Voice Control and Home Automation***
You can link multiple third-party services from your Switch Bot account using voice commands or scenes.
You must meet the following requirements in order to achieve voice control and automation,
- Connect your smartphone or tablet to the internet
- Setup a SwitchBot Hub Mini (sold separately)
- Enable Cloud Services on Curtain’s Settings page
- Link third-party services to your SwitchBot account
- Require SwitchBot Hub Mini (sold separately).
Control with SwitchBot Remote (sold separately)
A wireless remote add-on for you to place anywhere. Control Switch Bot Curtain using a Switch Bot Remote. There are two buttons on SwitchBot Remote and you can set an action for each of them from the app, for example, fully open/fully close. One Switch Bot Remote can control 2 grouped SwitchBot Curtains. Please refer to its user manual for more information.
Settings
Light Sensing (Beta)
This allows you to set automations based on the illuminance level or the
relative intensity of sunlight.
It’s still in the beta stage and is being upgraded continuously, please
explore the details in the latest app release.
Delay
You can set up 1 Delay for countdown action. You can set the countdown time, percentage of opening or closing, and Motion Mode.
Schedule
You can set up 5 Schedules on board, or unlimited Schedules with a SwitchBot Hub. You can set the day, time, percentage of opening or closing, and Motion Mode.
Charging, Firmware and Factory Reset
Charging
It takes about 6.5 hours’ to fully charge the battery and it lasts 8 months after a full charge’. You may also purchase our Solar Panel to charge by sunlight’.
- 5V=1A adapter is required to charge the device.
- Battery life is tested under conditions of runway of 3 meters, loaded with 8 kg of curtain, opened and closed twice a day under 25°C. Battery life may vary given different conditions.
- When you wish to charge Switch Bot Curtain with Solar Panel, illuminance level 6 is required.
Firmware
Please upgrade in time for the most updated version.
Factory Reset
Hold the reset button for 15 seconds until the LED light lights up, then release the button. If you are using a double side curtain, you will need to redo the calibration on both SwitchBot Curtains.
Caution:
You may lose all the settings after factory reset and you may need to add
the device again and redo calibration.
Specifications
Color: White/ Black
Material: ABS plastic with UV-Resistant coating
Product Size: 42 x 51 x 11 0 mm (1.7 x 2 x 4.3 in)
Product Net Weight (Main Body): 135 g (4.8 oz)
Power: Type-C, DC 5V=1A, 3350 mAh lithium-ion battery or by Solar Panel1
Battery Life : 8 months2, or unlimited with Solar Panel
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0 Long Range
Sensor: Accelerometer, light sensor
Strength: Up to 8 kg/ 17 pounds of curtain (from controlled experiments
in our lab)
Max Runway: 3 m (9.8 ft)
Schedule: Up to 5, or unlimited with a SwitchBot Hub Mini3
Voice Control (SwitchBot Hub Required): Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant,
Siri Shortcuts, SmartThings, IFTTT, and LINE Clova
- Solar Panel is sold separately.
- Battery life is tested under conditions of runway of 3 meters, loaded with 8 kg of curtain, opened and closed twice a day under 25 °c. Battery life may vary given different conditions.
- Switch Bot Hub Plus/Mini is sold separately.
Note: Use under regular temperature only.
Return and Refund Policy
This product has a one-year warranty which begins from the date of purchase. The situations below do not fit the
Return and Refund Policy.
- Intended damage or abuse.
- Inappropriate storage (drop down or soaking in water).
- Modify or repair of product.
- Natural wearing of product.
- Natural disasters.
The batteries are not in the warranty.
Contact and Support
Setup and Troubleshooting: support.switch-bot.com
Support Email: [email protected]
Feedback: If you have any concerns or problems when using our products, please
kindly send feedback from the Profile> Feedback page in the Switch Bot app.
CE Warning
Manufacturer’s Name: Woan Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd.
Manufacturer’s Address: Room 1101, Qiancheng Commercial Center, No. 5
Haicheng Road, Mabu Community, Xixiang Sub-district, Bao’an District,
Shenzhen, Guangdong, P.R.China, 518100
Product Name: SwitchBot Curtain
Model Number: W0701600
Operating Temperature: -20 ° C to 60 ° C
This device was tested for fixed location operations. To comply with RF
exposure requirements, a minimum separation distance of 20 cm must be
maintained between the user’s body and this device, including the antenna.
Third-party belt-clips, holsters, and similar accessories used by this device
should not contain any metallic components. Body-worn accessories that do not
meet these requirements may not comply with RF exposure requirements and
should be avoided. Use only the supplied or an approved antenna.
The device complies with RF specifications when the device used at 20 cm form
your body.
This device in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of 5.1.2017 No. 1206. All essential radio test suites have been
carried out.
This device in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. All essential radio test suites have been
carried out.
| Function | Operation Frequency | Max RF output power |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 2402MHz-2480MHz | -1.42dBm |
FCC Warning
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator &your body.