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tracknut
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 Posted - 03/10/2013 : 5:02:12 PM
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Paceyben, would you mind sending me the info as well. I'm very interested in a cheaper solution that the vendors are supplying.
Thanks
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paceyben
Advanced Member
413 Posts |
Posted - 04/07/2013 : 11:14:06 AM
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| Have some in stock again. |
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zambonisk
Starting Member
USA
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Posted - 05/04/2013 : 3:46:06 PM
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| I am interested in your bridge to control my somfy binds with my isy99i, can you please send me more info? |
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stusviews
Moderator
USA
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Posted - 05/13/2013 : 2:46:36 PM
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I'll be installing a Somfy double-drapery rod. I'd like to be able to open, close, and stop each drape (blackout, sheer) separately. I'd also like to be able to close a partially open drape without fully opening it first (i.e., reverse direction) or continue opening it (i.e., same direction) using Insteon.
Can that be done using the Somfy bridge? |
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EVIL Teken
Advanced Member
Canada
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Posted - 05/13/2013 : 5:01:05 PM
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Can someone who owns one of these things post up what it all looks like and what you get. I have yet to hear one person reply back and post up their install and how they like it.
What is the cost again for this device?
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paceyben
Advanced Member
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rbishopice
Starting Member
USA
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Posted - 06/27/2013 : 2:09:15 PM
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| Hey Ben please email info on bridge. Controlling Somfy blinds from ISY-99i |
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instaman
Average Member
149 Posts |
Posted - 07/04/2013 : 8:09:19 PM
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| Hey paceyben, could you email me info on your insteon to somfy bridge. Recently got the somfy interface and rts shades, so now i want to interface them into my insteon network. Price would also be good, thanks. |
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paceyben
Advanced Member
413 Posts |
Posted - 07/05/2013 : 08:58:34 AM
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| @instaman - Email failed with error. Click icon above to send me an email with your valid address. |
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instaman
Average Member
149 Posts |
Posted - 07/10/2013 : 11:05:53 AM
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COOL, COOL & COOL!
Just received and tested my new SomfyBridge from Ben so this bears repeating,...
COOL, COOL, & COOL!
Setup was super easy. Response times for button presses, Dead On Point Exactly, "DOPE!"
Need I say more, "NOPE!"
Just contact Ben,...if you want to take your insteon system to the next level. |
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stusviews
Moderator
USA
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Posted - 07/10/2013 : 11:44:09 AM
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| instaman, suppose the drapes/shades are fully closed and you open them halfway. Can you then close them or do you need to fully open them to change direction? |
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instaman
Average Member
149 Posts |
Posted - 07/10/2013 : 3:27:10 PM
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Hey Stu,
When I said the button presses are "DOPE" it means, "that is a definite plus towards Bens programming skills."
A single click on the controlling button will move the direction one-way, and another click the other. There is a slight , and I mean slight time wait that you could just click the button a second time that will change the direction immediately before the shade/ drape would even start moving. But not too fast of a click that would execute a double click on the controlling button.
Of corse, one could always use more than one button for dedicated directions if that would make you feel more comfortable, one button for always ON/OPEN, and one for always OFF/CLOSE. This would eliminate the need of worrying about syncing multiple buttons amongst multiple keypads. Press and hold either would still execute a PRESET STOP POSITION, or a STOP if the shade/drape was in motion.
Sorry I took so long to get back to you. |
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stusviews
Moderator
USA
15854 Posts |
Posted - 07/10/2013 : 5:08:39 PM
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Thanks for the response. I wasn't clear in what I was asking, in particular, I omitted part.
Suppose the drapes/shades are fully closed and you open them halfway. Can you then opt to close them or continue to open them, if desired?
Put another way, when partway open, I'd like to be able to choose to open or close them regardless of how they got to that position (e.g. an open button and a close button).
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paceyben
Advanced Member
413 Posts |
Posted - 07/10/2013 : 5:32:12 PM
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Your question is more about how the motor & remote control operates. But in the case of somfy RTS compatible motors & drapes you can stop and reverse the motors at any point so yes.
The issue you are talking about would only occur on the cheaper add-a-motors that are only controlled by applying/removing power and do not have built-in RF receivers. These could not be used with the Somfy Bridge anyway. |
Edited by - paceyben on 07/10/2013 5:37:57 PM |
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stusviews
Moderator
USA
15854 Posts |
Posted - 07/10/2013 : 6:58:00 PM
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I am asking specifically about Somfy RTS motors. We plan on using Decoflex switches, but I'd like Insteon control as well. That can be accomplished with the Somfy dry-contact interface (1810493) and three I/O Lincs per shade/drape. That also requires three controllers/buttons, open, stop, close.
The shade/drape can be opened to any point and, from that point, either be closed or opened further. I'm aware of the Somfy pre-set option, but want more flexibility.
Can that control be emulated using the Somfy Bridge? |
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paceyben
Advanced Member
413 Posts |
Posted - 07/10/2013 : 7:20:24 PM
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With the Somfy Bridge you can use KPLs and Switchlincs instead of Decoflex. Somfy RTS has 3 commands: open, closed, and stop/my. With the Somfy Bridge an Insteon on command is open, off is closed, and dim/bright is stop. So you can send all three commands using a Switchlinc, single KPL button, or separate non-toggle KPL buttons. The Somfy Bridge uses the 16 channel transmitter so a pile of I/O lincs & single transmitters is not necessary.
Please send email for more specific questions so we don't add potentially confusing information to the thread. |
Edited by - paceyben on 07/10/2013 7:28:56 PM |
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PatFL
Starting Member
USA
1 Posts |
Posted - 07/15/2013 : 10:23:56 AM
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Hi,
Just found this topic.. I am very interested... do you mind sending me the info?
Thank you!
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tonysony
Starting Member
11 Posts |
Posted - 07/17/2013 : 11:32:42 AM
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i am interested in a somfy/insteon product also. thanks!
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oskarw
Starting Member
Canada
1 Posts |
Posted - 07/19/2013 : 10:46:22 AM
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Hi paceyben,
I'm in the process of planning to buy blinds with Somfy RTS motors and need to be able to control it from my ISY994. Please send me your bridge info and the price. |
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weylinsing
Starting Member
1 Posts |
Posted - 07/21/2013 : 06:03:05 AM
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Sounds like an excellent solution!
Paceyben
Please send me information.
Thanks!
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whistlepigger
Starting Member
1 Posts |
Posted - 07/22/2013 : 11:21:25 AM
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Ben - could you please send me that info as well? Many thanks!
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dduff617
Starting Member
USA
7 Posts |
Posted - 07/23/2013 : 1:34:51 PM
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| i have one set of somfy shades controlled using iolinc. i have ordered more somfy shades for two other rooms and am looking for a better alternative. can you please send me info on your interface? |
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EricK
Advanced Member
684 Posts |
Posted - 07/23/2013 : 3:59:43 PM
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Hi,
I think my dry contact interface and somfy bridge may be on the fritz, again. Does your product include the somfy remote portion. I actually only need one channel.
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Devices (approx): ISY-994 Pro, 15 KPLs, 33 switchlincs, 4 outletlincs, 2 door sensors, 3 Lamp-lincs, 5 Appliance-lincs, i/o-lincs for ELK WSV2, Somfy bridge,and garage door sensor, Leak Sensors, 2 motion sensors, 4 access points, about 20 X10 devices. |
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dcaseygibbs
Starting Member
1 Posts |
Posted - 08/12/2013 : 08:18:25 AM
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Hi Ben-
I'm interested in your controller unit as well. Please email me the details. Thanks! |
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Sanchez1138
Starting Member
1 Posts |
Posted - 08/18/2013 : 2:37:00 PM
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| I have some blinds with Somfy RTS motors and want to be able to control it from my ISY-994i. Can you please send me your bridge info and the price. |
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porsche_kid
Average Member
USA
60 Posts |
Posted - 08/18/2013 : 4:55:34 PM
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Ben, can you also email me the info about your controller unit?
Thanks. |
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mattitsp
Starting Member
1 Posts |
Posted - 10/12/2013 : 6:00:27 PM
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Hi Ben,
Very interested in your controller,could you email me more information?
Thanks
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benjgott
Junior Member
USA
41 Posts |
Posted - 10/15/2013 : 2:13:11 PM
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| Hey, is it possible to add somfy control to existing cellular shades, or do you need to have the shades made with a controller built in? |
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paceyben
Advanced Member
413 Posts |
Posted - 10/15/2013 : 7:14:07 PM
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| Yes It is possible to add Somfy wireless battery powered motors to existing shades. Enable e-mail in your profile if you would like more information. |
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benjgott
Junior Member
USA
41 Posts |
Posted - 10/15/2013 : 7:51:09 PM
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Thanks, enabled.
More info would be great. Much appreciated. |
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Insteon to Somfy Bridge BETA Available (3rd party)
