Somfy Control4 to Digital Motor Interface User Guide

: June 5, 2024
: somfy

Table of Contents

Somfy Control4 to Digital Motor Interface
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
INSTALLATION
POWER
SET UP
APPENDIX
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References
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Somfy Control4 to Digital Motor Interface

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Motor-Interface-product OVERVIEW

The Control4 to Digital Motor Interface (DMI) receives and sends bi- directional commands and feedback connected between Somfy wired SDN RS485 motors and a Control4 Zigbee system as a wireless end node. It receives Control4 Zigbee transmissions and converts them to motor control commands for Somfy’s line of line voltage (AC) and low voltage (DC) SDN RS485 motors.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

SDN Motor limits must be set prior to install Digital Motor Interface
NOTE: Refer to the respective motor instructions on how to set the limits All connections must be properly made according to the wiring diagrams on the product instructions Fully commissioned Control4 system Control4 Composer Software OS 2.9.0 or higher Somfy Control4 to Digital Motor Interface driver

CONNECTIONS & INDICATORS

MOTOR ADAPTOR CABLE

When installing the Digital Motor Interface (DMI) with DC motors, the Data & Power Adaptor Cable (Ref # 9027112, sold separately) is required for proper installation. Using the DMI with AC SDN RS485 motors requires the Somfy Grey Motor Data Cables (sold separately).

INSTALLATION

MOUNTING

The Control4 to Digital Motor Interface utilizes mounting tabs with screw holes for installation.

POWER

This device is powered by a line voltage AC SDN RS485 motor or a 24V DC power supply. There is a single RJ45 port on the DMI which provides the connection to the SDN motor or adaptor cable. The DMI is powered by a line voltage SDN RS485 motor using a Grey Motor Data Cable or low voltage power supplies including a plug-in transformer or power distribution enclosure kit.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION

Voltage Input| Requires regulated 24V DC or AC SDN Motor power output
Voltage Output| Regulated 24V DC, passed through from the Input Voltage
Power Connectors| 2 pin JST, 2 mm pitch (Same for input & output)
Power Consumption| 50mA @ 24V DC

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WIRING TO SYSTEM FOR OPERATION

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SET UP

ADD BLIND DEVICE TO PROJECT

Prior to Control4 programming, confirm that the DMI Push Button properly operates the individually connected SDN motor. Reference the Somfy Control4 to Digital Motor Interface driver details located in the device Documentation tab. A Somfy Control4 to Digital Motor Interface driver is required for each DMI installed.

In the Composer System Design view Project tree, SELECT a Room in which a device is to be added
In the Items pane, SELECT the “Search” tab
In the Manufacturer dropdown list, SELECT “Somfy”
SELECT the “Somfy Control4 to Digital Motor Interface” certified driver
DOUBLE- or RIGHT-CLICK the driver to “Add to Project”
RENAME the device to the associated location or name of blind

IDENTIFY DEVICE

Reference the Somfy Control4 to Digital Motor Interface driver details located in the device Documentation tab. A Somfy Control4 to Digital Motor Interface driver is required for each DMI installed.

The Control4 to DMI is automatically in Identify mode upon power-up. For systems with multiple units, it is recommended to power up and identify the units one at a time.
In the Composer, Connections view Network tab, SELECT “Zigbee Network”
In the Zigbee Network Connections Device list, SELECT the DMI to be identified
SELECT “Identify”
PRESS & HOLD the Push Button on the DMI for seven seconds
Once the Address field populates the node address, SELECT “Close”
CONFIRM the device Status displays “Online”

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SET BLIND DEVICE PROPERTIES

Reference the Somfy Control4 to Digital Motor Interface driver details located in the device Documentation tab.

In the Composer System Design view, Project tree, SELECT the DMI to be setup
In the Properties tab, SELECT the appropriate Blind Type for the product in the dropdown
SELECT the appropriate Blind Movement for the product in the dropdown

In the View/Modify Level Binding, set Control4 keypad button properties and connect the driver button links in Control & AV Connections. When complete, Refresh Navigators.

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DOUBLE-CLICK the DMI to test each button operation

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APPENDIX

[APPENDIXA] AVAILABLE COMMANDS & ACTIONS

DIGITAL MOTOR INTERFACE COMMANDS

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