POWERSHADES PS-3.23 Roller Shade Systems Installation Guide

Dealer Training
PS-3.23 Roller Shade Systems
Installation Guid

MODULE 1
POWERING & CONTROLLING
POWERSHADES

Power Options

Power Shades offers manual and motorized ways to power your roller shades. Our manual options consists of chain pull or spring pull shades. Our motorized options include High-Voltage (AC), Low-Voltage (DC), Rechargable Battery, and our famous True PoE. All while maintaining the same aesthetics. Please note: Our outdoor shading systems are only available in High-Voltage (AC)

Low-Voltage (DC) Stub

PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF POWERSHADES ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF POWERSHADES IS PROHIBITED.

DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES
TOLERANCES:
FRACTIONAL: ± 1/16″
ANGULAR: ± 1° BEND ± 2°
ONE PLACE DECIMAL:± .02″
TWO PLACE DECIMAL: ± .01″
THREE PLACE DECIMAL: ± .005″| DRAWN| JLW| 2018
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COMMENTS:
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High-Voltage (AC) Stub

NOTE: EITHER HOLE LOCATION IS SUITABLE.
IF THE SIDE JAMB LOCATION IS REQUIRED, MEASURE THE DEPTH OF THE JAMB FIRST. THE SHADE MOUNTING BRACKET IS 4″ SQUARE, SO THE HOLE SHOULD BE LOCATED FROM THE WALL FACE TO ENSURE THE FASCIA IS FLUSH. IF THE JAMB IS LESS THAN 4″, MEASURE FROM THE WINDOW OUT TO ENSURE BRACKET FITS OVER THE WIRE. IT IS NOT NECESSARY TO PULL CAT5 CABLE FOR 120V ONLY SHADE INSTALLATION.

PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF POWERSHADES ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF POWERSHADES IS PROHIBITED.

DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES
TOLERANCES:
FRACTIONAL: ± 1/16″
ANGULAR:  ± 1°    BEND  ± 2°
ONE PLACE DECIMAL: ± .02″
TWO PLACE DECIMAL: ± .01″
THREE PLACE DECIMAL: ± .005″| DRAWN| JLW| 2018
ENG APPR.| |
MFG APPR.| |
CUST. APPR.| |
Q.A.| |
COMMENTS:
MATERIAL
FINISH
STYLE:
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Control Options

With a wide range of control options and third-party integration compatibilities, you should be able to find
a control option that works with your customers lifestyle.

| Single-Channel
Remote Pair and control a specific Shade to any height with a push of a button.
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| Multi-Channel
Remote Pair and control up to 16 Shades seperately or all at once.
| Single-Channel
Wall Switch Mount to the wall and pair to a individual shade.
| Multi-Channel
Wall Switch Mount to the wall and pair to up to 16 shades.
| Mobile App and Dashboard
Control your shades through cloud-based connectivity.
| Third Party Control
Control your shades through any of our compatible third party integrations.

Remote Overview

Pair Remote to RF Shade

For shades that require RF control, it is important to pair your PowerShades remote to your PowerShade once it is installed. Once your remote is successfully paired with your shade, you will be able to adjust your shades with a push of a button.

1. Hold motor button located on the shade motor head for 3 seconds – motor jogs up and down
2. Hold Stop Button on remote for 3 seconds – motor jogs up and down. The motor is now paired to the remote.

Please note: With the multi-channel remote you will need to select the channel you’d like to pair the shade to prior to steps 1 and 2.

Best Practices
To unpair the remote from the motor, repeat the steps above.
To pair a back-up remote to the motor, press the (P) button 2 times on Remote A (already paired existing remote) then press the (P) button once on Remote B (new remote).

Set Shade Limits (Remote)

Your RF shade(s) should have limits set when they arrive at your facility. If you feel you need to adjust your shade limits, follow the quick and easy steps below.

Adjusting Top Limit

1. Move your shade to the top limit using the Up/Down Buttons.
2. Hold the Up Button and the Stop Button for 5 seconds until the shade jogs twice
3. Jog the shade with your Up/Down Buttons to your new desired top limit.
4. Hold the Up Button and the Stop Button for 2-3 seconds. The shade will jog to indicate that the new top limit is set.

Adjusting Bottom Limit

1. Move your shade to the bottom limit using the Up/Down Buttons.
2. Hold the Down Button and the Stop Button for 5 seconds until the shade jogs twice
3. Jog the shade with your Up/Down Buttons to your new desired bottom limit.
4. Hold the Down Button and the Stop Button for 2-3 seconds. The shade will jog to indicate that the new bottom limit is set.

PowerShades RF Gateway

Our PS Pro Gateway allows your RF shades to connect to the cloud, providing full cloud-based control for multiple shade channels and allowing 3rd party integration. Control PowerShades from anywhere and set scenes and schedules for full automation.

Control Integrations

Our shades can be integrated into multiple 3rd party home automation controllers, or they can operate as a stand-alone device.

Voice Control
Control your shades with a simple command using our Amazon Alexa or Google Home Skill.

PowerShades TRUEPoE

• PowerShades launched the world’s first True PoE motor in 2019. With command and power over one cable, there is no need for expensive electrical work.
• One cable for power and data transmission
• Delivers power to internal Li-Ion UPS
• Transmits Operational Data
• Cleaner, Faster Installation
• Instant access to Dashboard automation

TRUEPoE Stub (INSIDE MOUNT)

LARGE HOLE IS DRILLED WHEN A CAT5/6 FEEDTHROUGH BULKHEAD CONNECTOR IS DESIRED (SEE MATERIAL LIST). THE POWERSHADES POE MOTOR CABLE IS TERMINATED WITH A STANDARD RJ45 MALE PLUG.

FOR POE (POWER OVER ETHERNET) INSTALLATION WHEN WALL SWITCH CONTROL IS DESIRED.

PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF POWERSHADES ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF POWERSHADES IS PROHIBITED.

DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES
TOLERANCES:
FRACTIONAL: ± 1/16″
ANGULAR: ± 1° BEND ± 2°
ONE PLACE DECIMAL: ± .02″
TWO PLACE DECIMAL: ± .01″
THREE PLACE DECIMAL: ± .005″| DRAWN| JLW| 2019
ENG APPR.| |
MFG APPR.| |
CUST. APPR.| |
Q.A.| |
COMMENTS:
MATERIAL
FINISH
STYLE:
X

TRUEPoE Stub (OUTSIDE MOUNT)

DRAWING VIEWS ARE SHOWN WITHOUT SHADE FABRIC/TUBE FOR CLARITY
LARGE HOLE IS DRILLED WHEN A CAT5/6 FEEDTHROUGH BULKHEAD CONNECTOR IS DESIRED (SEE MATERIAL LIST). THE POWERSHADES POE
MOTOR CABLE IS TERMINATED WITH A STANDARD RJ45 MALE PLUG.

FOR POE (POWER OVER ETHERNET) INSTALLATION WHEN WALL SWITCH CONTROL IS DESIRED.

PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE SOLE PROPERTY OF POWERSHADES ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART OR AS A WHOLE WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF POWERSHADES IS PROHIBITED.

DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES
TOLERANCES:
FRACTIONAL: ± 1/16″
ANGULAR: ± 1° BEND ± 2°
ONE PLACE DECIMAL: ± .02″
TWO PLACE DECIMAL: ± .01″
THREE PLACE DECIMAL: ± .005″| DRAWN| JLW| 2019
ENG APPR.| |
MFG APPR.| |
CUST. APPR.| |
Q.A.| |
COMMENTS:
MATERIAL
FINISH
STYLE:
X

PowerShades Dashboard

To have next-level automation of your shade(s), you must have a Dashboard account with connection to your home network. Your RF shades will require a PowerShades RF Gateway to connect to the network. True PoE shades will be automatically connected to the network once installed.

Home Screen

1. Use your credentials to log in
2. Property name
3. Shade controls
4. Shade info

Accessing Properties

Before setup, you will need to give yourself (or anyone who will need it) access to the property.

1. Navigate to the Admin tab
2. Click “Manage” next to the user then, “Property Permissions” in the drop-down menu.
3. Select the properties you would like to assign to this user by clicking the check box next to them.

At this point, create the “user” account for the owner of the property. This can be done by clicking “New”, then select “New User”.
You will need to fill out their details, such as email address and password. You will also need to select the property(s) you would like to attach them to.

Set Shade Limits (Dashboard)

Your True PoE shade(s) should have limits set when they arrive at your facility. If you feel you need to adjust your shade limits through the Dashboard, follow the quick and easy steps below.

1. Log into the PowerShades Dashboard. If you have multiple properties, make sure you have the correct one selected. You can change the property by clicking the property name under “Property”, and selecting the correct property.
2. Ensure all shades have power and are connected to the internet. Next to the Shade Name, an online status will display. Verify it’s online (green checkmark next to it) before beginning these steps.
3. Clicking the Shade Name you’re wanting to adjust, then select Configure This Shade.
4. A new dialog box will pop up labeled “Shade Name Configuration”. On the right side of this dialogue box, you will see all of the limit correction options. Verify the shade’s top and bottom limits by using the commands on the left.
5. If the limits are incorrect, roll them the to furthest direction of the limit you need to set (roll the shade all the way up or down). You are able to use the Step Up and Step Down to bypass the limits. Use those buttons to get the shade to the correct limit.
6. Click the corresponding Set Limit for the limit you’re trying to change.
7. Once both limits have been corrected, click Save Limits.
   Note: True PoE shade limits are to be adjusted with the PowerShades Dashboard. RF shade limits will need to be adjusted using a PowerShades Remote

Shade Groups

Automate Tab

1. Your groups will appear here
2. Select shade group details

Creating a Group

(1 of 3)

Create New Group
1. Confirm you have selected the “Groups” tab
2. Click “New Group”

(2 of 3)

Select Shades
3. Select shades you wish to add to your new group

(3 of 3)

Save New Group
4. Click “Save Group”

Creating a Scene

(1 of 2)
*Scenes require at least one group
1. Ensure you have selected the “Scenes” tab
2. Click “New Scene”

(2 of 2)

Configure Your Scene
3. Name your scene
4. Select group you would like to add to scene
5. Set openness value to (full open = 100%)
6. Click “Save”

Triggering a Scene

Trigger a Scene from Dashboard

1. Select the scene you’d like to trigger
2. Click “Trigger”

Scheduling Shades

(1 of 2)

*Schedules require a specified group and scene
1. Ensure you have selected the “Schedules” tab
2. Click “New Schedule”

(2 of 2)

Configure your schedule
3. Name you shade schedule
4. Choose the scene you would like to trigger
5. Select time, month, and day(s) you would like to trigger the scene
6. Click “Save”

Mobile App Control

With your shades in the dashboard and connected to the network, you have access to control your PowerShades with our PowerShades Mobile App.

PowerShades Mobile App

1. Download the PowerShades Mobile App on your phone or tablet.
2. Log in to your PowerShades account. This will be what you use to sign in on the PowerShades Dashboard.
3. Control individual or multiple shades through innovative cloud-based connectivity.

Download on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store

Maintenance

PowerShades maintenance is simple and easy so you can focus more on future projects.

Charging Shade Battery

With battery operated shades, there comes times where you may need to charge it. Battery operated shades come with a Micro USB Cable. We recommend charging the shade once every 6-8 months.
Duration between charges varies on amount of usage throughout the cycle. This is something a home-owner can do on their own. No need to go out and replace batteries.

1. Connect the micro USB cable into a USB power supply AC adapter
2. With the micro USB cable connected, plug the AC power supply into the wall
3. Connect the micro USB into the port on the shade motor to initiate charge.
4. Let the shade charge for roughly 8 hours to get a full successful charge.

Charging your True PoE Shade

1. You don’t have to – it’s True PoE
2. That’s it!

Cleaning your Shade

If necessary, fabric may need to be cleaned. It is vital to avoid strong cleaners and disinfectants, especially those containing quaternary ammonium compounds and phenols to ensure the integrity of the fabric. The proper procedure is as follows:

• Clean with mild soap and water
• If cleaners other than mild soap and water are desired, test in an inconspicuous area prior to use.
• Rinse thoroughly after cleaning.

Note: Paint solvents will damage the vinyl surface of the fabric and should not be used.

Motor Trouble Shooting

For consumer knowledge we provide simple troubleshooting for our motors. As you press and hold the motor button, the motor will jog. The longer you hold the button, the more jogs. The number of jogs initiates different troubleshooting actions.

Motor Jogs

1. Motor Jog: Initiates pairing mode
2. Motor Jog: Puts motor to sleep (1 button press to wake)
3. Motor Jog: Reverses roll direction
4. Motor Jog: Motor reset

Note: A jog is an up and down motion of the shade

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