SECTION 12 24 00 WINDOW SHADES Copyright 2025 - 2025 ARCAT, Inc. - All rights reserved ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Hunter Douglas Architectural Window Coverings; fabric rolling shades, manual and motor operated. This section is based on the products of Hunter Douglas Architectural Window Coverings, which is located at: 9900 Gidley St. El Monte, CA 91731 Toll Free Tel: 800-727-8953 Fax: 800-205-9819 Email: request info (info@hunterdouglas.com) Web: https://www.hunterdouglasarchitectural.com [ https://arcat.com/company/hunter-douglas-architectural-window-coverings-43695 ] for additional information. For more than 80 years, the architecture and design community has specified contract products from Hunter Douglas, the world leader in window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. Our tradition of bringing breakthrough products to market makes us the company of choice for an array of contract solutions, including innovative systems for interior and exterior window coverings, acoustical and metal ceilings, solar control, and facades. We are continually seeking, testing and developing new concepts and products that will enable us to meet ever-more-demanding standards of performance. PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 SECTION INCLUDES ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project. A. Manual operated roller shades. B. Motor-operated roller shades. 1.2 RELATED SECTIONS ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required. A. Section 06 10 53 - Miscellaneous Rough Carpentry for wood blocking and grounds for mounting roller shades and accessories. B. Section 07 92 00 - Joint Sealants for sealing the perimeters of installation accessories for light-blocking shades with a sealant. C. Section 12 22 00 - Curtains and Drapes for wired-, radio-, and networked-motor-operated soft window coverings. D. Section 12 25 09 - Window Treatment Motors, Controls, and Networked Automation Systems for other motor operators and motor controls. E. Section 26 05 19 - Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables for power cables. F. Section 26 05 23 - Control-Voltage Electrical Power Cables for balanced twisted pair cabling. G. Section 26 09 43.16 - Addressable-Luminaire Lighting Controls for lighting integration into digital shading systems. H. Section 26 09 43.23 - Relay-Based Lighting Controls for lighting integration into digital shading systems. I. Section 26 27 26 - Wiring Devices for accessory electrical wiring devices. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete article below if Work of this Section is not extensive or complex enough to justify a conference. 1.3 PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCE A. Preinstallation Conference: Conduct conference at Project site to review the following: 1. Low voltage wiring requirements and responsibilities. 2. Separation of power and low voltage / data wiring. 3. Wire labeling. 4. Control locations. 5. Connections to other equipment. 6. Installer responsibilities. 7. Pocket and/or mounting conditions. 1.4 REFERENCES ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section. A. ASTM International (ASTM): 1. ASTM E 21 - Standard Test Method for Elevated Temperature Tension Tests of Metallic Materials. 2. ASTM E 22 - Recommended Practice for Conducting Long Time High Temperature Tension Test of Metallic Materials. 3. ASTM G 21 - Standard Practice for Determining Resistance of Synthetic Polymeric Materials to Fungi. 4. ASTM G 22 - Standard Practice for Determining Resistance of Plastics to Bacteria. B. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA): 1. NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code. 2. NFPA 701 - Fire Tests for Flame-Resistant Textiles and Films. C. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL). 1.5 SUBMITTALS A. Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00. B. Product Data: 1. Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used. 2. Include component assembly details, material descriptions, dimensions, features, finishes, and operating equipment. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete following subparagraph if only manual operation. 3. Include control systems, power, and signal types, electrical and communications requirements and connections, wiring diagrams, and installation instructions 4. Preparation installation instructions and recommendations. 5. Operation and maintenance information. C. Shop Drawings: 1. Installation details 2. Shadeband material, orientation to rollers, and seam and batten locations. 3. Plans, elevations, sections, and mounting details. 4. Include details of equipment assemblies. Indicate dimensions, weights, loads, required clearances, method of field assembly, components, and location and size of each field connection. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if only manual operation. 5. Motor-Operator and Control Systems: a. Include details for power, signal, wiring, and: ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Dependent on type of technology selected and power options, delete options not required. 1) Power: a) Line-voltage 120 Vac. b) Low-voltage 24 Vdc. 2) Control System: a) Standard wired technology motors. b) Intelligent wireless technology motors. c) Intelligent wired digital network technology motors. b. Installation instructions. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any of the following items not required. System riser diagrams, and sensors are only compatible with digital network technology. c. System riser diagrams. d. Sensor positioning diagrams. e. Include requirements for interfacing with other systems. f. Include wiring detail for interconnection between components; gauge of wiring, wire limitations, connection to building electrical to follow local electrical code. g. Include final document package reflecting all changes to infrastructure, equipment type, locations, and other changes from original documentation. h. Include floor plan drawings to meet designated requirements of the building infrastructure and locations of all system components. i. Provide completed operation and maintenance manual including list of components and part numbers, and operation and maintenance instructions. D. Samples: For each exposed product and for each color and texture specified, 10 inches (250 mm) long. E. Samples for Initial Selection: For each type and color of shadeband material. 1. Include Samples of accessories involving color selection. F. Samples for Verification: 1. Shadeband Material: Manufacturer's standard size, not less than 10 inches (250 mm) square or each type of shadeband material selected. Mark interior face of material if applicable. 2. Roller Shade and Installation Accessories: Full-size operating unit, not less than 16 inches (400 mm) wide by 36 inches (900 mm) long for each type of roller shade indicated. 1.6 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS A. Submit under provisions of Section 01 33 00 - Submittal Procedures. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Sustainable and Healthy design credits can be achieved when using motorized drapery, windows, skylights, blinds, shades, fabric awnings, and other sun-control devices with networked automation controls that can contribute to sustainable and Healthy design LEED v4.1 and WELL v2, Green Globes, or IgCC credits during design and post construction. B. Sustainability Submittals refer to Division 01. C. Window Treatment Schedule: For each motor-operator unit and network controls, and controllers. Use the same designations indicated on Drawings. D. Operation and Maintenance Data: For motor operators and control systems to include in operation and maintenance manuals. E. Warranty: Manufacturer's executed warranty documentation. F. Certifications: Qualification Data for manufacturer's and installers. 1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Roller Shade Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing products specified in this section with a minimum of five years documented experience. B. Motor and Controls Manufacturer Qualifications: 1. Motor operators, controls, and controllers certified by an Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory to provide CE Compliant, UL-listed and/or cURus certified wired ac and dc powered motors. 2. ISO 9001 certified including in-house engineering and product design activities. 3. Motor manufacturer capable of supplying a full range of wirefree (12V dc - battery and solar powered) direct voltage DC (24V dc), main or line-voltage (120V ac) motor and control products. C. Controls manufacturer capable of supplying commissioning services for control systems. D. Installer Qualifications: Trained by manufacturer of motor-operator and control system products. E. Source Limitations: Provide each type of product from a single manufacturing source to ensure uniformity. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include mock-up if the project size or quality warrant the expense. The following is one example of how a mock-up might be specified. When deciding on the extent of the mock-up, consider all the major different types of work on the project. F. Mock-Up: Construct a mock-up with actual materials to demonstrate aesthetics, verify operation methods and controls, and set quality standards for fabrication and installation. 1. Locate mock-up as acceptable to Architect. 2. If the mock-up is not acceptable, rebuild the mock-up until satisfactory results are achieved. 3. Retain mock-up during construction as a standard for comparison with completed work. 4. Do not alter or remove mock-up until work is completed or removal is authorized. 5. If acceptable to Architect, mockups may become part of the completed Work. 1.8 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. Deliver roller shades and accessories in factory packages, marked with manufacturer, product name, and location of installation using same designations indicated on Drawings. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include the following paragraph if specifying motorized roller shades B. Deliver complete motorized roller shade and control systems and accessories in factory packages, marked with manufacturer, product name, unique motor identification code, and location of installation using same designations indicated on Drawings. C. Store equipment indoors in clean, dry space with uniform temperature to prevent condensation. Protect from exposure to dirt, fumes, water, corrosive substances, and physical damage. 1.9 PROJECT CONDITIONS A. Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results. Do not install products under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's recommended limits. B. Do not install products until construction and finish work in spaces, including painting, is complete and dry and ambient temperature and humidity conditions are maintained at the levels indicated for Project when occupied for its intended use. C. Field Measurements: Where products are indicated to fit to other construction, verify dimensions of other construction by field measurements before fabrication and indicate measurements on Shop Drawings. 1. Allow clearances for operating hardware of operable glazed units through entire operating range of shade. 2. Notify Architect of installation conditions that vary from Drawings. Coordinate fabrication schedule with construction progress to avoid delaying the Work. 1.10 WARRANTY ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** When warranties are required, verify with Owner's counsel that warranties stated in this article are not less than remedies available to Owner under prevailing local laws. A. Special Warranty for Motor and Control Systems: Manufacturer agrees to repair or replace motor and control units that are not free from defects in material and workmanship under normal and proper use within specified full warranty period, not prorated. 1. Warranty Period: Five years from date of manufacture. B. Warranty for Rollers: Lifetime Limited Warranty on hardware components and fabrics warrantied for 5 years by Hunter Douglas, and most fabrics warrantied for 5 years by the fabric manufacturer. Specific and custom product warranties may be available from manufacturer or its authorized agent. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 MANUFACTURERS A. Acceptable Manufacturer: Hunter Douglas Architectural Window Coverings, which is located at: 9900 Gidley St. El Monte, CA 91731 Toll Free Tel: 800-727-8953 Fax: 800-205-9819 Email: request info (info@hunterdouglas.com);Web: https://www.hunterdouglasarchitectural.com ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete products and options not required. B. Automated Roller Shades: 1. Basis of Design: RB 500+ Automated Roller Shades. a. Single roller. b. Dual roller. c. Coupled roller. d.Standard wired-controls. (Intelligent Wired SDN 2.0) e.Intelligent wireless controls. (Wireless RTS) f.Intelligent wired digital network controls. (IGC) 2. Basis of Design: RB Basics Automated Roller Shades with wireless controls. a.Single roller. a. Dual roller. b. Coupled roller. C. Manual Roller Shades: 1.Basis of Design: RB 500+ Manual Roller Shades. a. Single roller. b. Dual roller. c. Coupled roller. 2.Basis of Design: RB 500+ Crank Operated Roller Shade. d. Attached permanent crank handle. e. Detached crank handle. 1. Basis of Design: RB Basics Manual Roller Shades. a. Single roller. b. Dual roller. D. Exterior Automated Roller Shades: 1. Basis of Design: Exterior Roller Shades. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 01 Section on product options and substitutions. E. Substitutions: Not permitted. F. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with the provisions of Section 01 25 00. 2.2 ROLLER SHADES ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete characteristics not required. A. Fabric Window Shades: 1. Single roller. 2. Dual roller. a. Glass Side Fabric: Light filtering fabric. b. Glass Side Fabric: Light blocking. c. Room Side Fabric: Light filtering fabric. d. Room Side Fabric: Light blocking. 3. Operation: Manual Crank. 4. Operation: Manual Chain. 5. Operation: Motorized, Standard Wired Controls. 6. Operation: Motorized, Intelligent Wireless Controls. 7. Operation: Motorized, Intelligent Wired Digital Network Controls. 8. Mounting: Ceiling. 9. Mounting: Recessed in ceiling pocket. 10. Mounting: Wall. 11. Mounting Jamb. 12. Size: As indicated on Drawings. B. Roller Tube: Circular-shaped aluminum tube extruded from alloy and temper 6063 T-6, sized to maintain deflection rates to ensure fabric hangs flat and true. Heavily reinforced with minimum of six internal ribs and flutes providing additional tensile strength and allows for secure placement of clutch and end plug. C. Spring-Loaded Idle End: Reinforced idler assembly containing spring loaded end plug with positive locking wheel allowing for up to 7/8 inch (22.22 mm) adjustment and provides for a secure installation and removal of shade. Locking tube bearing plug contains minimum 6 ribs and flutes and inserted a minimum of 2-3/8 inch (60.23 mm) into roller tube on heavy duty systems. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete options not required for bottom bar. D. Bottom Bar: Industry standard sealed hembar with weight sewn into pocket providing for tracking adjustments and uniform look of the hanging fabric panel. 1. Type: Enclosed in sealed pocket of shadeband material. 2. Type: Exposed with endcaps. 3. Type: Exposed with endcaps and integral light seal at bottom where it meets the sill. 4. Color and Finish: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range. E. Mounting Hardware: Manufacturer's recommended bracket constructed of hardened 1/8 inch (3.175 mm) thick steel to support full weight of shade with bracket and screw hole covers to provide uniform look. Locking mechanism on bracket adapter provides for a secure installation and removal of the shade. 1. Dual Roller Shade Brackets: Universal mount steel brackets with 2 separate shades operating independently of each other. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete below option if not required. F. Integrated Leveling Device: Built into the idle-end bracket (or intermediate bracket of a coupled shade) allowing for the vertical height adjustment of +/- one-half inch direction up or down, allowing the easy leveling of a fabric panel on its mounting surface. 1. Adjusting fabric skewing through means of tape, paper, or cardboard tucked up inside the fabric at the tube is not acceptable. G. Reverse Roll: Fabric falls off the front of the roll, rather than the industry-standard backside of the roll, also known as "waterfall". H. Coupling: Coupling is utilized when more than one fabric tube assembly is mechanically linked with adjacent panels, allowing a single operator to move multiple panels of fabric. I. Fascia: 1. No Top Treatment: Exposed brackets with optional endcaps designed for an aesthetically-pleasing exposure, removing the need for extruded aluminum fascia or pocket. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete options not required. 2. Front Fascia: L-shaped removable aluminum extrusion valance that conceals front and underside of roller and operating mechanism and attaches to roller endcaps without exposed fasteners. Fascia at the bottom enclosure shall allow a maximum of 1-inch (25 mm) gap to allow fabric to come through. Exposure underneath greater than 1-inch (25 mm) is not to be accepted. 3. Exposed Headbox: Rectangular, extruded-aluminum enclosure including front, top and back extruded as one piece, optional endcaps, and separate removable bottom closure. a. Height: Manufacturer's standard in height required to enclose roller and shadeband assembly when shade is fully open. 1) 5-1/4 x 5-1/4 inches (133 x 133 mm). 2) 7 x 9 inches (178 x 228 mm). Dual pocket must be fully extruded-aluminum. 3) 2, 3 or 5 inch (50 , 75, or 125 mm) removeable bottom closure. 4. Recessed Shade Pocket: Rectangular, extruded-aluminum enclosure designed for recessed ceiling installation; with front, top, and back formed as one piece, optional end plates, and separate removable bottom closure panel. 1) 5-1/4 x 5-1/4 inches (133 x 133 mm). 2) 7 x 9 inches (178 x 228 mm). Dual pocket must be fully extruded-aluminum. 3) 2, 3 or 5 inch (50 , 75, or 125 mm) removeable bottom closure. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Retain following for light-blocking shades. J. Blockout System: System includes extruded aluminum side channels, front fascia, back fascia and end caps. Extruded aluminum side channels with concealed mounting brackets. Bottom bar with Nylon wool pile to prevent light leakage. Back fascia with wool pile to prevent light leak. K. Side Channel: Extruded aluminum side channels with concealed mounting brackets. L. Middle Channel: Extruded aluminum center channels to be mounted between 2 coupled shade bands with concealed mounting brackets. M. Installation Accessories Color and Finish: As selected from manufacturer's full range. 2.3 SHADEBAND MATERIALS A. Shadeband Material Flame-Resistance Rating: Comply with NFPA 701. Testing by a qualified testing agency. Identify products with appropriate markings of applicable testing agency. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete fabric type, weave, roll width, orientation, and openness factor not required. B. Light-Filtering Fabric: Woven fabric, stain and fade resistant. 1. Source: Roller shade manufacturer. 2. Type: PVC-coated fiberglass. 3. Type: PVC-coated polyester. 4. Type: Woven PVC-coated fiberglass and PVC-coated polyester. 5. Type: Woven polyester and PVC-coated polyester. 6. Type: Acrylic-coated fiberglass. 7. Type: PVC-coated fiberglass with silver backing. 8. Weave: Mesh. 9. Weave: Basketweave. 10. Roll Width: 118 inches (2997 mm). 11. Roll Width: 122 inches (3098.8 mm). 12. Roll Width: 126 inches (3200 mm). 13. Orientation on Shadeband: Up the bolt. 14. Orientation on Shadeband: Railroaded. 15. Orientation on Shadeband: As indicated on Drawings. 16. Openness Factor: 1 percent. 17. Openness Factor: 3 percent. 18. Openness Factor: 5 percent. 19. Openness Factor: 10 percent. 20. Openness Factor: 11 percent. 21. Openness Factor: 22 percent. 22. Color: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete fabric type and roll width not required. C. Light-Blocking Fabric: Opaque fabric, stain and fade resistant. 1. Source: Roller shade manufacturer. 2. Type: Fiberglass textile with PVC film bonded to both sides. 3. Type: Fiberglass with acrylic backing. 4. Type: Acrylic-coated fiberglass. 5. Type: Polyester-cotton blend. 6. Type: Polyester with foamed-acrylic backing. 7. Type: PVC-coated fiberglass with bonded PVC film. 8. Roll Width: 72 inches (1829 mm). 9. Roll Width: 118 inches (2997 mm). 2.4 ROLLER SHADE FABRICATION A. Product Safety Standard: Fabricate roller shades to comply with WCMA A 100.1, including requirements for flexible, chain-loop devices; lead content of components; and warning labels. B. Unit Sizes: Fabricate units in sizes to fill window and other openings as follows, measured at 74 deg F (23 deg C): ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete mounting method not used. 1. Between (Inside) Jamb Installation: Width equal to jamb-to-jamb dimension of opening in which shade is installed less 1/4 inch (6 mm) per side or 1/2-inch (13-mm) total, plus or minus 1/8 inch (3.1 mm). Length equal to head-to-sill or -floor dimension of opening in which shade is installed less 1/4 inch (6 mm), plus or minus 1/8 inch (3.1 mm). 2. Outside of Jamb Installation: Width and length as indicated, with terminations between shades of end-to-end installations at centerlines of mullion or other defined vertical separations between openings. C. Shadeband Fabrication: Fabricate shadebands without battens or seams to extent possible, except as follows: 1. Vertical Shades: Where width-to-length ratio of shadeband is equal to or greater than 1:4, provide battens and seams at uniform spacings along shadeband length to ensure shadeband tracking and alignment through its full range of movement without distortion of the material. 2. Railroaded Materials: Railroad material where material roll width is less than the required width of shadeband and where indicated. Provide battens and seams as required by railroaded material to produce shadebands with full roll-width panel(s) plus, if required, one partial roll-width panel located at top of shadeband. 2.5 MANUAL OPERATION ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Retain crank operated for manual operation. A. Crank Operated: Gear box assembly made from die cast aluminum and steel construction with steel crank insert. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete option not required. 1. Attached permanent steel handle with flexible universal joints for easy turning force. Gear ratio of 3:1 or better is required. 2. Detachable steel handle with flexible universal joints for easy turning force. Gear ratio of 3:1 or better is required. B. Clutch Operated: Chain driven operator capable of lifting up to 20 (9 kg) pounds of weight with a maximum allowable pull force of 10 pounds (4.5 kg). 1. Adjustment free continuous loop Number 10 stainless steel beaded ball chain, 100 pound (45 kg) minimum breaking strength warranted from breaking for the life of the shade system hardware under prescribed operation. Provide upper and lower limit stops. 2. Chain Retainer: Chain tensioning device complying with ANSI/WCMA A100.1-2022 safety standard and must prevent the clutch system from moving the roller shade through lowering and raising if not properly installed as specified in ANSI Standard Section 6.3. 2.6 WIRED MOTOR OPERATORS AND CONTROLS - ROLLER SHADES ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Standard Wired Technology links the control device to the motor using electrical wires carrying power and limiting the switch to the source of control. The common motor options available for Standard Wired Technology are durable and dependable and feature a wide variety of torques and speeds which are a beneficial resource for interior motorized shading applications. Typically used when intelligence or automation is not required for motorized shades. Integration with third party systems is possible but will require third party system to provide a relay for each command (open, stop, close), per zone. Delete electric motor paragraphs not required. Motor selection can be determined based on power coordination for motorized shades line voltage 120 Vac. Motor selection is also selected based on roller shade quietness. A. Electric Motor: cURus certified tubular, enclosed in roller. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Sonesse 50 RA. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete control type not required. Single Pole Double Throw switch is used for 1 to1 connection with motor. Double Pole Double Throw Switch can support two motors per switch, and local and group control option is for a motor controller with up to four motors per motor controller. 2. Control Type: Wired; local control via 120 Vac Momentary or Maintained Single Pole Double Throw Decora Switch. 3. Control Type: Wired; group control, 120 Vac Momentary or Maintained Double Pole Double Throw Decora Switch. 4. Control Type: Wired; local control and group control, low voltage dry contact switch, low voltage Momentary or Maintained Decora Switch via Motor Controller. 5. Electrical Characteristics: 120 Vac, 60 Hz, 1.2 - 1.67 Amps. a. Torque: 53.1 in-lbsf (6 N/m) - 88.5 in-lbsf (10 N/m). b. Sound Level: 47 dBA or less. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete Power cable option not required. Each motor by default will come with a 6.5 ft power cable, optional upgrade to a fast connector with a twist and lock connection. 6. Power Cable: Four-wire SJTW cable. 6.5 ft (1.98 m) hardwired with quick disconnect plug. 7. Power Cable: Four-wire SJTW cable on Motor with Fast Connector; 1.6 ft (480 mm). a. Extension cable to be supplied by roller shade contractor. b. Four-wire Fast Connector Extension Cable with Open Leads: 1) Length: 4.4 ft (1.3 m). - 22.4 ft (6.8 m). 8. Product Environmental Profile Type III EPD Certified. B. Electric Motor: cURus certified tubular, enclosed in roller. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Sonesse ULTRA 50 RA. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete control type not required. Single Pole Double Throw switch is used for 1 to1 connection with motor. Double Pole Double Throw Switch can support two motors per switch, and local and group control option is for a motor controller with up to four motors per motor controller. 2. Control Type: Wired; local control via 120 Vac Momentary or Maintained Single Pole Double Throw Decora Switch. 3. Control Type: Wired; group control, 120 Vac Momentary or Maintained Double Pole Double Throw Decora Switch. 4. Control Type: Wired; local control and group control, low voltage dry contact switch, low voltage Momentary or Maintained Decora Switch via Motor Controller. 5. Electrical Characteristics: 120, 60 Hz, 0.95 Amps. a. Sound Level: 38 dBA ultra-quiet. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete Power cable option not required. Each motor by default will come with a 6.5 ft power cable, optional upgrade to a fast connector with a twist and lock connection. 6. Power Cable: Four-wire SJTW cable. 6.5 ft (1.98 m) hardwired with quick disconnect plug. 7. Power Cable: Four-wire SJTW cable on Motor with Fast Connector; 1.6 ft (480 mm). a. Extension cable to be supplied by roller shade contractor. b. Four-wire Fast Connector Extension Cable with Open Leads: 1) Length: 4.4 ft (1.3 m) - 22.4 ft (6.8 m). ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Wired Technology links the control device to the motor using electrical wires carrying power and limiting the switch to the source of control. The control options are listed below, delete the controls not required based on the motor control type selected above. C. Motor Control Key Switch: Three-position, key switch-operated control station with open, close, and center off (stop) function. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete contact option not required. The maintained contact switch changes its position when actuated and will remain in that position until moved to the center off position. A momentary switch is actuated only when someone is operating and pressing down on the switch, motorized shade will stop when the button is released. 1. Contact: Maintained. 2. Contact: Momentary. 3. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Indoor key switch. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete switch type not required. Single Pole Double Throw switch is used for 1 to1 connection with motor. Double Pole Double Throw Switch can support two motors per switch. 4. Switch Type: Single Pole Double Throw. 5. Switch Type: Double Pole Double Throw. 6. Electrical Characteristics: 120Vac, 60Hz. D. Motor Control Wired Decora Switch: Three-position, switch-operated control station with open, close, and center off (stop) functions for 120 Vac Motors. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete contact option not required. The maintained contact switch changes its position when actuated and will remain in that position until moved to the center off position. A momentary switch is actuated only when someone is operating and pressing down on the switch, motorized shade will stop when the button is released. 1. Contact: Maintained. 2. Contact: Momentary. 3. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete decorator, switch style, switch type, electrical characteristics, and finish options not required. Single Pole Double Throw switch is used for 1-to1 connection with motor. Double Pole Double Throw Switch can support two motors per switch. a. Decorator: AC. b. Switch Style: Paddle. c. Switch Type: Single Pole Double Throw. d. Switch Type: Double Pole Double Throw. e. Electrical Characteristics: 120 Vac, 60 Hz. f. Finish: White. g. Finish: Ivory. E. Motor Control Wired Individual/Group Motor Controller: Programmable microprocessor controller with open, stop, close, and preset intermediate position functions for 120 Vac motors. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; IGC 4n1 Motor Controller. 2. Motor Connections: Four or less per Motor Controller. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete control device type not required, multiple control device types can be selected. 3. Control Device Types: Key Switch 4. Control Device Types: Keypad. 5. Control Device Types: Radio receiver. 6. cULus Rated - UL certified E160923. 7. Plenum Rated NEMA Enclosure. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete Accessories not required per the control devices selected above. 8. Accessories: a. IGC 4n1 RTS Radio Receiver to be used with Somfy RF transmitters, providing wireless open, stop, close functions. b. Decoflex Dry Contact Keypad for IGC 4n1 provides three intermediate shade positions, open, stop, and close functions. c. Momentary Indoor Key or Momentary Decorator Paddle Switch providing open, or close functions. 9. Operating Features: a. Configurable individual or group control of roller shades. b. Capable of accepting input from third-party automation control system via momentary Dry Contact signal. F. Factory-assembled, electric motor and factory-prewired motor controls with connector that disconnects motor from power. G. Enclosures protecting controls and operating parts. H. Accessories necessary for complete installation. I. Coordinate operator wiring requirements and electrical characteristics with building electrical system and contractor. J. Electrical Components: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70. K. Electric motor tested for standards CAN/UL 325, and CSA-C22.2 No. 247 by a qualified testing agency and marked for intended location and application. 2.7 INTELLIGENT WIRELESS CONTROLLED MOTOR OPERATORS AND CONTROLS - ROLLER SHADES ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Wireless controlled motors enable users to adjust motorized shades using radio frequency-controlled remotes, or wall switches wirelessly. The controls do not require any wiring and use long-lasting batteries. This is typically useful in small conference and meeting rooms with a wireless switch on the wall within 30-65ft. Best used when the client is looking for simple localized control for open, stop, close functionality of the motorized roller shades. Delete electric motor paragraphs not required. Motor selection can be determined based on power coordination for motorized shades low voltage, or line voltage 120 Vac. Motor selection is also selected based on roller shade quietness. A. Electric motor tested for standards CAN/UL 325, and CSA-C22.2 No. 247 by a qualified testing agency and marked for intended location and application. B. Electric Low Voltage Motor: cULus listed tubular, enclosed in roller. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Sonesse 30 RTS. 2. Control Type; Radio: Local control and group control via Switches. 3. Electrical Characteristics: 24 Vdc, 0.8 Amps. a. Sound Level: 42 dBA or less. 4. Low Voltage Power Cable: Two-wire with Weidmuller; 10 in. (250 mm). 5. Low Voltage Power Distribution: cULus Listed. a. Basis of Design: Somfy Systems; Power Distribution Enclosure Kit; for up to twenty 24v DC motors per kit. b. Electrical Characteristics: 120 Vac 2.8 A - 11A; coordinate with Division 26. C. Electric Low Voltage Motor: cULus listed tubular, enclosed in roller. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Sonesse ULTRA 50 DC RTS. 2. Control Type; Radio: Local control and group control via Switches. 3. Electrical Characteristics: 24 Vdc, 1.5 Amps. a. Sound Level: 38 dBA ultra-quiet. 4. Low Voltage Power Cable: Two-wire with Weidmuller; 10 inches (250 mm). 5. Low Voltage Power Distribution: cULus Listed. a. Basis of Design: Somfy Systems; Power Distribution Enclosure Kit; for up to twenty 24v DC motors per kit. b. Electrical Characteristics: 120 Vac 2.8 A - 11A; coordinate with Division 26. D. Electric Motor: cURus certified tubular, enclosed in roller. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Sonesse 50 RTS. 2. Control Type; Radio: Local control and group control via Switches. 3. Electrical Characteristics: 120 Vac, 60 Hz 1.2 - 1.67 Amps. a. Torque: 53.1 in lbsf (6 N/m) - 88.5 in lbsf (10 N/m). b. Sound Level: 47 dBA or less. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete Power cable option not required. Each motor by default will come with a 9.8ft power cable, optional upgrade to a three-prong molded plug, or fast connector with a twist and lock connection. 4. Power Cable: Three-wire SJTW cable. 9.8 ft (3 m) hardwired with quick disconnect. 5. Power Cable: Three-wire cable with molded three prong plug. 9.8 ft (3 m). 6. Power Cable: Three-wire SJTW cable on Motor with Fast Connector; 1.6 ft (480 mm). a. Extension cable to be supplied by roller shade contractor. b. Three-wire Fast Connector Extension Cable with Open Leads: 1) Length: 4.4 ft (1.3 m). - 22.4 ft (6.8 m). 7. Product Environmental Profile Type III EPD Certified. E. Electric Motor: cURus certified tubular, enclosed in roller. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Sonesse ULTRA 50 RTS. 2. Control Type; Radio: Local control and group control via Switches. 3. Electrical Characteristics: 120 Vac. 60 Hz, 0.95 Amps. a. Sound Level: 38 dBA ultra-quiet. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete Power cable option not required. Each motor by default will come with a 9.8ft power cable, optional upgrade to a three-prong molded plug, or fast connector with a twist and lock connection. 4. Power Cable: Three-wire SJTW cable. 9.8 ft (3 m) hardwired with quick disconnect. 5. Power Cable: Three-wire cable with molded three prong plug. 9.8 ft (3 m). 6. Power Cable: Three-wire SJTW cable on Motor with Fast Connector; 1.6 ft (480 mm). a. Extension cable to be supplied by roller shade contractor. b. Three-wire Fast Connector Extension Cable with Open Leads: 1) Length: 4.4 ft (1.3 m). - 22.4 ft (6.8 m). ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Wireless controlled motor controls enables users to operate motorized shades using radio frequency. The controls do not require any wiring and use long-lasting batteries. This is typically useful in small conference and meeting rooms with a wireless switch on the wall within 30-65ft. Best used when the client is looking for simple open, stop, close functionality for motorized roller shades. F. Wireless Remote Control: Electric controls with NEMA ICS 6, Type 1 enclosure for handheld remote-control activation of shades: ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete basis of design options not required, selection can be dependent on number of channels per control, multiple basis of design remotes can be selected, and selected at a later time by consultant. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Telis 16 has an LCD display for channel selection; Sixteen channel. 2. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Situo 1; Single channel. 3. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Situo 5; Five channel. 4. Finish: Pure. 5. Electrical Characteristics: Battery operated. 6. Optimal RF Range: 65 ft (20 m) radius under optimal conditions, FCC Approval Part 15, Class B. 7. Control Functions: Open, Close, My (stop). 8. Accessories: a. Wall mount holder with screw cover and screw kit. G. Wireless Control Wall Switch: Button-operated keypad station, fitting standard decora style wall switches. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; DecoFlex WireFree RTS Switch. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete mounting, finish, and engraved button options not required. 2. Mounting: Surface. 3. Mounting: Recessed. 4. Mounting: Flushed. 5. Wall Switch Finish: White. 6. Custom Engraved Buttons: Yes. 7. Custom Engraved Buttons: No. 8. Wireless Transmitter: Up to five channels of individual or group control of roller shades, consultant to select channel options during shop drawings. 9. Electrical Characteristics: Battery operated. 10. Optimal RF Range: 65 ft (20 m) radius under optimal conditions, FCC Approval Part 15, Class B. 11. Control Functions: Open, Close, My (stop). H. Wireless Control Surface-Mounted Wall Switch: Button-operated keypad station. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete finish, and engraved button options not required. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Smoove RTS. 2. Wall Switch Finish: Pure. 3. Wall Switch Finish: Black. 4. Wall Switch Finish: Silver matte. 5. Wall Switch Finish: Light Bamboo. 6. Wall Switch Finish: Walnut. 7. Wall Switch Finish: Cherry. 8. Wall Switch Finish: Amber bamboo. 9. Custom Engraved Buttons: Yes. 10. Custom Engraved Buttons: No. 11. Wireless Transmitter: Up to four channels of individual or group control of roller shades, consultant to select channel options during shop drawings. 12. Electrical Characteristics: Battery operated. 13. Optimal RF Range: 65-ft (20-m) radius under optimal conditions, FCC Approval Part 15, Class B. 14. Control Functions: Up, Down, My (stop). ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** App control application only applicable to vertical residential tower projects where base building motorized shades is being specified, and each suite will require app control. App control is not specified in commercial projects. I. App Control: Wireless Control Interface: RTS 433.42 MHz, 2.4 GHz WiFi, or direct wired network connection with WEP, WPA2, TKIP, open and mixed mode encryption; multiple single-zone units may be joined to create a multi-zone system; capable of serving as an Internet protocol (IP) to radio bridge for third-party control systems. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; TaHoma Switch. 2. Integration to third-party systems; App Control and Voice Control 3. Control Functions: Open, Close, My (stop), Timers, and Scenes. 4. Channels: 40 RTS Channels available. 5. Enclosure: ABS; cULus listed; UL 94 V-0 flame rating; RoHS compliant. 6. Electrical Characteristics: 120 Vac; 60 Hz; wall-mounted power supply. 7. Timer Control: Clock timer based on astronomic timeclock with 60-minute sunrise and sunset offset. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Optional. Delete if not required. 8. Ethernet Adaptor for direct wired network connection. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete article below if there is no integration with third party systems. Somfy has a versatile line of technology products and is compatible with many well-known systems in the industry. Based on the specified products above select your integration device below. J. Third Party Integration Universal RTS Interface: Allow third-party automation systems to control RTS motorized solutions. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Universal RTS Interface II (URTSI II). ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Control up to 16 URTSIs together for up to 256 channels (via RS485). 2. Channels: 16; RTS controls per URTSI. 3. Power Input: 9 Vdc, 200 mA; UL approved, electrical outlet required. 4. RF Range: 65 ft (20 m) radius under optimal conditions, FCC Approval Part 15, Class B. 5. Serial Inputs: RS232, RS485, or IR. K. Factory-assembled, of size and capacity and with features, characteristics, and accessories suitable for conditions indicated. L. Enclosures protecting controls and operating parts. M. Accessories required for reliable operation without malfunction. N. Coordinate operator wiring requirements, radio control requirements, and electrical characteristics with building electrical system and contractor. O. Electrical Components: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70. P. Electric motor tested for standards CAN/UL 325, and CSA-C22.2 No. 247 by a qualified testing agency and marked for intended location and application. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete if not required. 2.8 INTELLIGENT WIRED DIGITAL NETWORK MOTOR OPERATORS AND CONTROLS - ROLLER SHADES ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Hunter Douglas Architectural utilizes industry exceeding Intelligent Wired Digital Network (SDN) by Somfy Systems in the latest generation of bus-line enabled intelligent tubular motors and smart switch controls. SDN is a bi-directional RS485 network that can be used over long distance networks and is a scalable solution that can support many connected products. Bi-directional communications make it possible to receive feedback and status from each motor on the network, in real time. SDN provides a solution that is future proof for new construction projects and energy efficient intelligent buildings. Multiple integration methods are readily available with third party systems such as low voltage lighting control system, Audio Video system, and Building Management System. 2.9 Delete electric motor options not required. The Intelligent Wired Digital Network (SDN) is a standalone or integrated window treatment control system, for automation please include animeo IP control system, for integration please include integration accessories. Motor selection can be determined based on power coordination for motorized shades low voltage, or line voltage 120 Vac. Motor selection is also selected based on roller shade quietness. LT50 RS485 motor is for heavier torque applications for roller shades, often determined by roller shade consultant. A. Electric Motor: cULus listed tubular, enclosed in roller. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Sonesse 30 DC RS485. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete control type options not required, multiple control type network options can be selected. Reminder based on the control type network selected, the controls section must match. For network intelligent DC low voltage motors, please include PowerConnectTM Power Panel. 2. Control Type Network: Automated control or Standalone window treatment control system. 3. Control Type Network: Control via lighting control system. 4. Control Type Network: Control via audio-visual system. 5. Control Type Network: Control via BMS. 6. Communication Network: Bus connected SDN PowerConnect Power Panel. 7. Electrical Characteristics: 24 Vdc, 0.8 Amp. a. Sound Level: 42 dBA or less. 8. Low Voltage Power and Data Cable: Five-wire with Weidmueller; 10 inches (250 mm). B. Electric Motor: cULus listed tubular, enclosed in roller. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Sonesse ULTRA 50 DC RS485. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete control type options not required, multiple control type network options can be selected. Reminder based on the control type network selected, the controls section must match. For network intelligent DC low voltage motors, please include PowerConnectTM Power Panel. 2. Control Type Network: Automated control or Standalone window treatment control system. 3. Control Type Network: Control via lighting control system. 4. Control Type Network: Control via audio-visual system. 5. Control Type Network: Control via BMS. 6. Communication Network: Bus connected SDN PowerConnect Power Panel. 7. Electrical Characteristics: 24 Vdc, 1.5 Amps. a. Sound Level: 38 dBA ultra-quiet. 8. Low Voltage Power and Data Cable: Five-conductor pigtail with inline detachable terminal block; 10 inches (250 mm). C. Electric Motor: cURus certified tubular, enclosed in roller. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Sonesse ULTRA 50 RS485. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete control type options not required, multiple control type network options can be selected. Reminder based on the control type network selected, the controls section must match. 2. Control Type Network: Automated control or Standalone window treatment control system. 3. Control Type Network: Control via lighting control system. 4. Control Type Network: Control via audio-visual system. 5. Control Type Network: Control via BMS. 6. Electrical Characteristics: 120 Vac. 60 Hz, 0.95 Amps. a. Sound Level: 38 dBA ultra-quiet. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete Power cable option not required. Each motor by default will come with a 9.8ft power cable, optional upgrade to a three-prong molded plug, or fast connector with a twist and lock connection. 7. Power Cable: Three-wire SJTW cable. 9.8 ft (3 m) hardwired with quick disconnect. 8. Power Cable: Three-wire cable with molded three prong plug. 9.8 ft (3 m). 9. Power Cable: Three-wire SJTW cable on Motor with Fast Connector; 1.6 ft (480 mm). a. Extension cable to be supplied by roller shade contractor. b. Three-wire Fast Connector Extension Cable with Open Leads: 1) Length: 4.4 ft (1.3 m) - 22.4 ft (6.8 m). 10. Data Cable: RJ9/RJ45, Black. a. Length: 2.5 ft (0.76 m) - 24 ft (7.32 m). D. Electric Motor: cURus certified tubular, enclosed in roller. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Sonesse 50 RS485. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete control type options not required, multiple control type network options can be selected. Reminder based on the control type network selected, the controls section must match. 2. Control Type Network: Automated control or Standalone window treatment control system. 3. Control Type Network: Control via lighting control system. 4. Control Type Network: Control via audio-visual system. 5. Control Type Network: Control via BMS. 6. Electrical Characteristics: 120 Vac, 60 Hz 1.2 - 1.67 Amps. a. Torque: 53.1 in lbsf (6 N/m) to 88.5 in lbsf (10 N/m). b. Sound Level: 47 dBA or less. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete Power cable option not required. Each motor by default will come with a 9.8ft power cable, optional upgrade to a three-prong molded plug, or fast connector with a twist and lock connection. 7. Power Cable: Three-wire SJTW cable. 9.8 ft (3 m) hardwired with quick disconnect. 8. Power Cable: Three-wire cable with molded three prong plug. 9.8 ft (3 m). 9. Power Cable: Three-wire SJTW cable on Motor with Fast Connector; 1.6 ft (480 mm). a. Extension cable to be supplied by roller shade contractor. b. Three-wire Fast Connector Extension Cable with Open Leads: 1) Length: 4.4 ft (1.3 m). - 22.4 ft (6.8 m). 10. Data Cable: RJ9/RJ45, Black. a. Length: 2.5 ft (0.76 m) - 24 ft (7.32 m). E. Electric Motor: cURus certified tubular, enclosed in roller. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; LT50 RS485. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete control type options not required, multiple control type network options can be selected. Reminder based on the control type network selected, the controls section must match. 2. Control Type Network: Automated control or Standalone window treatment control system. 3. Control Type Network: Control via lighting control system. 4. Control Type Network: Control via audio-visual system. 5. Control Type Network: Control via BMS. 6. Electrical Characteristics: 120 Vac. 60 Hz, 1.8 - 2.1 Amps. a. Torque: 132 in-lbsf (15 N/m) - 308 in lbsf (35 N/m). b. Sound Level: 55 dBA or less. c. Speed: Depending on motor torque, roller shade contractor to use same motor torque for all roller shades. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete Power cable option not required. Each motor by default will come with a 9.8ft power cable, optional upgrade to a three-prong molded plug, or fast connector with a twist and lock connection. 7. Power Cable: Three-wire SJTW cable. 9.8 ft (3 m) hardwired with quick disconnect. 8. Power Cable: Three-wire cable with molded three prong plug. 9.8 ft (3 m). 9. Power Cable: Three-wire SJTW cable on Motor with Fast Connector; 1.6 ft (480 mm). a. Extension cable to be supplied by roller shade contractor. b. Three-wire Fast Connector Extension Cable with Open Leads: 1) Length: 4.4 ft (1.3 m) - 22.4 ft (6.8 m). 10. Data Cable: RJ9/RJ45, Black. a. Length: 2.5 ft (0.76 m) - 24 ft (7.32 m). ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Intelligent wired automation controls can include sun sensors, wind sensors, sun/wind sensors, timers, software programs for scenarios, network interface (computers, smartphones). Dry contact input is used for low-voltage control of building automation systems. Intelligent Wired Digital Network (SDN) RS485 controls are a two-wired bus with open protocol communication between building automation systems and controller devices operating motors. Select Controls below based on control type selected above. F. Balanced multi-point digital intelligent motors integrated into the following: ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete system options not required, multiple systems can be selected. 1. System: Standalone. 2. System: Building Management. 3. System: Audio/Video. 4. System: Low Voltage Lighting Control. G. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Intelligent Wired Digital Network (SDN) RS485. 1. Linear Bus Wiring: ANSI/TIA/EIA RS-485 standard, capacitance controlled, unshielded twisted pair cable. 2. Bus Distribution Components: ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** SDN Data Hub 5 motors/controls per hub and SDN Data Hub Mini 3 motors/controls per hub are used for connecting motors and controls to SDN bus lines. Delete hub option not required. If more motors and keypads are within close proximity of each other select Data Hub if motors and keypads are distributed further apart select Data Hub Mini. a. SDN Data Hub. b. Data Hub Mini. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** SDN Data Panel is used for RS485 motors headend. Typically, a Data Panel is used if animeo IP is specified, and/or if the project has a large quantity of motors, and/or is a multi-floored project. Delete if not required. c. SDN Data Panel. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Power Panel for SDN PowerConnectTM Power Panel is used for power and controlling low-voltage DC motors. Delete if there are no low voltage motors specified. d. SDN PowerConnect Power Panel. 3. Electrical Characteristics: Bus-connected control devices for SDN data such as keypads, sensors and receivers powered directly from bus line using a 24 Vdc NEC Class 2 power supply. 4. Wire and Connectors: Category 5e balanced twisted pair cable, ethernet patch cables, RJ45 connectors and Weidmuller connectors. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Solar Management System Paragraph is for a dedicated solar management system for the digital network motors, it will provide automation for time-based events, and sun sensor-based events. If control type for motors above is specified for Automated Control include paragraph below. H. Solar Management System: Digital network system integrating solar tracking, timed events, digital keypads, and weather sensors to operate motorized window coverings. Microprocessor controller for setting, changing, and adjusting control features of motorized window coverings. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Animeo IP offers more advanced control features. System limitations are not based on a quantity of motors and scalable to support an increased quantity of motors. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; animeo IP. 2. Electrical Characteristics: 120 Vac, 1.25 Amps. 3. Motor Technology: Intelligent Wired Digital Network RS485 Networked Motors. 4. Network Characteristics: a. Manage individually addressed intelligent motors and controls. b. Allow intelligent keypads, schedules, motor grouping and virtual switches to be configurable and managed from its own internal IP network, building internal network, or remotely over the internet. c. Up to 200 motors on Building Controller, system expansion using animeo IP Sub Controllers. d. Dedicated Motor Bus Segment and Sensor Bus Segment. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete interface controls not required, multiple interface controls can be selected. 5. Interface Controls: Personal computer. 6. Interface Controls: Virtual Keypad. 7. Interface Controls: Low voltage lighting control system integration. 8. Interface Controls: Dry Contact to Audio Video system integration. 9. Interface Controls: Building Management System Integration. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete sensors not required, only one type of sensor option can be selected. All sensor measurements are sent to animeo IP building controller, and sub-controller. The Outside Sensor Box (OSB) is an a la carte product that provides flexibility to pick and choose quantity and type of sensors, as well as the ability to be used in the interior of the building or mounting on the roof. The OSB can support an extension box which can be used for adding 4 additional sun sensors. Additional sensors can be added using animeo IP Sub-Controllers to support a scalable system that may have various facade sun exposure. 10. Sensors: Outside Sensor Box, all mounting installation brackets, and Sun Sensors. 11. Sensors: Outside Sensor Box, Outside Sensor Box Extension, all mounting installation brackets, and Sun Sensors. 12. PC Software: animeo IP Visual Configuration graphical user interface. 13. Certifications: UL Listed. I. Digital Keypad: Digital button-operated wall station, fitting standard decora style wall switches. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete Basis of Design options not required, if animeo IP is specified select DecoFlex digital keypad for animeo IP, if no automation is required select Decoflex digital keypad for SDN providing preset position control, or SDN Group Decoflex for zone-based control. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; DecoFlex digital keypad animeo IP. 2. Basis of Design Product: DecoFlex digital keypad for SDN. 3. Basis of Design Product: SDN DecoFlex digital keypad for group control. 4. Electrical Characteristics: Cable and connector to SDN bus power. a. Power: 24 Vdc, supplied by SDN Bus with LED status indicators. b. Wire and Connectors: Category 5e balanced twisted pair cable, Ethernet patch cables, and RJ45 connectors. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete control functions and button configurations options not required, ECO-MODE is only available when using animeo IP automation system and allows the keypad to push the zone back into automation. SDN Decoflex for group control only applies to Up, Down, Stop of Groups. 5. Control Functions: Up, Down, Stop, three presets. a. Button Configurations: Six button digital keypad. 6. Control Functions: Up, Down, Stop, five presets. a. Button Configurations: Eight button digital keypad. 7. Control Functions: Up, Down, Stop, ECO-MODE. a. Button Configurations: Six button digital keypad. b. Button Configurations: Eight button digital keypad. 8. Control Functions: Up, Down, Stop, groups. a. Button Configurations: Six button digital keypad for 3 groups. b. Button Configurations: Eight button digital keypad for 5 groups. 9. Face Plate: Lexan 945U material in standard Decora-style with color to match switch. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete color options not required, multiple options can be selected, or can be determined by consultant at a later stage of the project. a. Color: Black. b. Color: White. 10. Temperature Range: Ambient temperature; indoor use only. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete paragraph below if no sensors are specified. J. Bus Power Supply for Digital Network: Provides power to the digital network and sensor bus. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Bus and Sensor Station Power Supply. 2. Electrical Characteristics: Input 120 Vac; plugs into outlet; Output: 24 Vdc 1 Amps. 3. Power Cord: 26 inches (660 mm) line-voltage, ac (IEC-320 C6). 4. UL listed and CE approved. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Adds 10 isolated motor ports and two isolated device ports to a SDN bus segment. The isolated motor ports support up to 240 ft (73 m) of power and data wiring to individual low-voltage intelligent motors. If low voltage motors are not used delete section below. K. Power Panel: Provides power and data to a maximum of 10 Motors. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; SDN PowerConnect Power Panel. 2. Electrical Characteristics: Input 120 Vac 7.2A; Output 24Vdc fused 2A per motor. a. Power and Data wiring up to 240 ft (73 m) from motor to power panel using Intelligent Wired SDN Low-Voltage Motor Cable. b. Two isolated device ports up to 200 ft (20 m). 3. Listed: cULus. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Data Panel adds four isolated bus segments to an SDN system. Additional isolated bus segments support up to 255 devices, 4000 ft (1219 m) of bus wiring per segment. Typically, a Data Panel is used if animeo IP is specified, and/or if the project has a large quantity of motors, and/or is a multi-floored project. Delete if not required. L. Data Panel: Creates head-end and riser bus distribution network. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Data Panel. 2. Electrical Characteristics: Input 120 Vac 3.35 A; Output 24 Vdc 1 Amp per segment. 3. Provides four isolated digital network bus segments to the SDN system. 4. Built-in override Decoflex Digital Keypad. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Paragraph below is only compatible with Digital Network Motor Operators, for both standalone SDN or automated with animeo IP, this product provides integration to the Building Management system, deleted section below if not required. M. Third Party Integration Building Management System (BMS) Interface: Provide communication between BMS and network intelligent motors, operating either individual motors, or groups via Standalone SDN or animeo IP. Additional features of retrieving sensor data from animeo IP sensor bus. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Connect BMS Interface V2. 2. Power Input: 9 to 24 Vdc power supply plugs into an ac outlet. 3. Data Point Capacity: 4500 maximum. 4. Integration Capabilities: Modbus, BACnet MS/TP, BACnet IP, Metasys N2 by JCI. 5. Certifications: CE, FCC, IC Canada, RoHS3 and REACH complaint. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Paragraph below is only compatible with Digital Network Motor Operators, only for a Standalone SDN with integration requirements to Audio Visual System. If Solar Management System is specified, UAI plus integration cannot be used, and integration must be completed by "Dry Contact to Audio Video system", deleted section below if not required. N. Third Party Integration Audio Visual Control System: Allows third-party automation systems to control network intelligent motors; one interface per motorized system for up to 250 motors per interface. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; Connect Universal Automation Interface (UAI) Plus. 2. Power Input: 24 Vdc, powered via Bus and Sensor Station Power Supply. 3. Communication Input: RS232 protocol or IP Ethernet protocol. 4. Communication Output: Intelligent Wired "SDN RS485" protocol. 5. Integration: Third-party drivers utilizing Synergy API. 6. UL listed and CE approved. 7. Operating Characteristics: Indoor conditioned space use only. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Somfy 's SDN 0-10 V Interface is a Digital Network (SDN) device that receives industry standard 0-10 V control input to operate Digital Network Motor Operators, for standalone SDN or automated with animeo IP. This product provides integration to the low voltage lighting control system and using animeo IP can help enhance daylight harvesting strategies. O. Third Party Integration Low Voltage Lighting Control System: Provides integration between low voltage lighting control systems 0-10 V analog output and network intelligent motors, operating either individual or groups via Standalone SDN or animeo IP. 1. Basis of Design Product: Somfy Systems; SDN 0-10 V Interface V2. 2. Electrical Characteristics: 120C AC 60Hz 20mAmps. 3. Power and Data Output: 24 Vdc SDN bus output. 4. Integration Capabilities: Industry standard 0-10 V analog input. 5. Mounting: Junction box mounted plenum rated enclosure. 6. UL Listed. 7. Operating Characteristics: Indoor conditioned space use only. 8. Factory-assembled, of size and capacity and with features, characteristics, and accessories suitable for conditions indicated. P. Enclosures protecting controls and operating parts. Q. Accessories required for reliable operation without malfunction. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the two following paragraphs, if low voltage wiring is to be supplied by Division 26, please coordinate with related sections. R. Low voltage wiring from motor controls to motors through digital network communication supplied by roller shade contractor. S. Low voltage wiring from motor controls to motors supplied by Division 26. T. Coordinate operator wiring requirements and electrical characteristics with building electrical system and contractor. U. Electrical Components: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70. V. Electric motor tested for standards CAN/UL 325, and CSA-C22.2 No. 247 by a qualified testing agency and marked for intended location and application. 2.10 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL A. Motor Manufacturer Factory Quality Control Process: 1. Testing and approval of motors to be completed by one or more global safety testing laboratories including, but not limited to: UL, CUL, TUV, ETL, CE, and VDE. 2. Prior to being shipped, each motor to pass testing for having no defects in wiring and operation including: a. Assembled motor test design specifications when installed in various end products. b. Product installation testing. c. Product safety tests. d. Product performance tests. e. Life cycle testing for endurance and reliability. f. Embedded software tests. g. Heat and fire resistance tests. h. Water and oxidation resistance tests. i. Climate tests (temperature and humidity). j. Acoustic tests (sound level and quality). k. Radio frequency tests (transmission and reception). l. Electromechanical capability (CEM). PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 EXAMINATION A. Examine substrates, areas, and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for installation tolerances, operational clearances, blocking, accurate locations of connections to building electrical system, lighting, and other conditions affecting performance of the Work. B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. 3.2 PREPARATION A. Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation. B. Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions. C. Coordinate with window installation and placement of concealed blocking to support shades. 3.3 INSTALLATION A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, approved submittals, and in proper relationship with adjacent construction. 3.4 MOTOR CONTROLLER INSTALLATION A. Comply with reviewed Shop Drawings for system equipment placement in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines and instructions. B. Comply with NFPA 70, Article 400, for flexible cords and cables. C. Comply with NECA 1 and NECA 130. D. Comply with FCC guidelines. E. Install window treatment motor operators and stationary control systems level, plumb, and aligned with adjacent units in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Electrical connections paragraph below is for hard-wired motor operators and control systems. Delete if not required. F. Electrical Connections: Connect wired motor operators and stationary control systems to building electrical system in accordance with NEC requirements. 1. Grounding: Provide electrical grounding in accordance with NFPA 70. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete either or both of the following two paragraphs if not required. G. Networked BMS: Connect networked automation controls for motorized equipment to BMS. H. Sun Sensor Locations: Mount on exterior in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions. 3.5 ADJUSTING A. Adjust motorized equipment to operate smoothly, easily, safely, and free from binding or malfunction throughout entire operational range. 1. Adjust motor-limit settings in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions for specific locations and placements. 2. Program each motor-operator control system to manufacturer's standard settings or Owner-provided program settings. **NOTE TO SPECIFIER** Delete the following paragraph if there is no automation using animeo IP, or integration to Building Management System (BMS). B. Commissioning Control Systems: Perform commissioning of integrated automation control systems and connection to BMS in accordance with Division 01. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the remaining paragraphs not required. 1. Managed by shade manufacturer/supplier. 2. Managed by motor and control manufacturer. 3. Managed by digital network integrator. 3.6 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL A. Field Inspection: Coordinate field inspection in accordance with appropriate sections in Division 01. ** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Include if manufacturer provides field quality control with onsite personnel for instruction or supervision of product installation, application, erection, or construction. Delete if not required. B. Manufacturer's Services: Coordinate manufacturer's services in accordance with appropriate sections in Division 01. 3.7 CLOSEOUT ACTIVITIES A. Demonstration and Training: Engage factory-authorized service representative to demonstrate and train Owner's maintenance personnel to adjust, operate, and maintain automatic controlled units. 3.8 CLEANING AND PROTECTION A. Clean products in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. B. Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion. 1. Clean soiled shades and exposed components as recommended by manufacturer. 2. Replace shades that cannot be cleaned to "like new" condition. END OF SECTION