Curtain Driver E1 - Smart Home Aqara - Free user manual and instructions

Features	Details
Product Type	Curtain Motorization
Compatibility	Compatible with Aqara Smart Home systems
Connectivity	Zigbee 3.0
Power Supply	Battery powered (type not specified)
Dimensions	Dimensions not specified
Weight	Weight not specified
Installation	Easy installation on curtain rod
Control	Control via Aqara mobile app
Additional Features	Scheduling, voice control via compatible assistants
Maintenance	Regular battery check and component cleaning
Safety	Protection against overload and short circuits
Warranty	Manufacturer warranty (duration not specified)

Frequently Asked Questions - Curtain Driver E1 Aqara

How do I install the Aqara Curtain Driver E1 on my curtains?

To install the Aqara Curtain Driver E1, follow these steps: 1. Remove the curtain from the rod. 2. Attach the motor to the rod using the provided accessories. 3. Hang the curtain on the motor. 4. Connect the motor to a power source and follow the app instructions to configure it.

Is the Aqara Curtain Driver E1 compatible with all types of curtains?

The Aqara Curtain Driver E1 is compatible with most eyelet, tab top, or glider curtains. However, it is recommended to check the weight and width of your curtains to ensure optimal compatibility.

How do I connect the Aqara Curtain Driver E1 to the Aqara app?

To connect the Aqara Curtain Driver E1 to the Aqara app, open the app, create an account or log in, then follow the instructions to add a new device. Make sure the motor is powered on and in pairing mode.

What should I do if the Aqara Curtain Driver E1 does not respond to app commands?

If the Aqara Curtain Driver E1 does not respond, first check the Wi-Fi connection. Ensure the motor is powered on and within range of the router. Restart the motor and the app, then try connecting again.

Is it possible to control the Aqara Curtain Driver E1 with a voice assistant?

Yes, the Aqara Curtain Driver E1 can be controlled with voice assistants like Alexa or Google Assistant, provided it is integrated into your smart home system via the Aqara app.

How do I fix excessive noise issues when using the Aqara Curtain Driver E1?

If you hear excessive noise, check that the motor is properly installed and that the curtains are not obstructed. Also, ensure nothing is blocking the movement of the curtains. If the problem persists, contact customer support.

Does the Aqara Curtain Driver E1 work with other smart home systems?

The Aqara Curtain Driver E1 is primarily designed to work with the Aqara ecosystem but can also be integrated with other compatible smart home systems via appropriate hubs or bridges.

How do I update the firmware of the Aqara Curtain Driver E1?

To update the firmware, open the Aqara app, go to the devices section, select the Aqara Curtain Driver E1, and follow the instructions to check for and install available updates.

What is the battery life of the Aqara Curtain Driver E1?

Battery life depends on usage but generally can last several months with normal use. Be sure to check the battery level in the app and replace it if necessary.

USER MANUAL Curtain Driver E1 Aqara

104.Warnings 1.WARNING: Important safety instructions. Follow all instructions since incorrect installation can lead to severe injury. It is important for the safety of persons to follow these instructions. Save these instructions. 2.WARNING: the driver should be disconnected from its power source during cleaning, maintenance, and when replacing parts. 3.Frequently examine the installation for imbalance and signs of wear or damage to cables springs and fixings. Do not use if repair or adjustment is necessary. 4.Repairs must be performed by authorized personnel only or you will void your warranty. 5.Do not operate when maintenance, such as window cleaning, is being

Indicator Setting button USB Type-C port Hook Wheel Light sensor Click once: to open, close or stop the curtain; Click twice in succession：to release, withdraw or stop the hook; Click three times in succession: to manually set the start or end position of the curtain; Touch & hold for 5 seconds: to turn on the device or reset to factory settings; Touch & hold for 10 seconds: to turn o the device. Product Introduction Curtain Driver E1 is a motorized device that can control your existing curtains automatically, it is based on the Zigbee 3.0 wireless protocol and can achieve scheduled control of curtains, and work with other smart devices when connected to the Aqara Home app. *An Aqara Zigbee 3.0 hub is required. Some functions require specific models of hubs. Please consult www.aqara.com/support for more details.Please scan the QR code below to view the installation and operation guide video. If the video is unable to be reached, you can also install the product according to the method described in the manual.

What's in the Box Tutorial Video USB-C to USB-A Cable × 1 Clip × 8 Rod Accessory × 1Rubber Strip (3m)×1 carried out in the vicinity.

6. Fixed controls must be clearly visible aer installation.

7. Before installing the drive, remove any unnecessary cords or

components and disable any equipment not needed for powered operation.

8. That the characteristics of the driven part must be compatible with the

rated load and rated operating time.

9. This appliance contains batteries that are non-replaceable.

10.This appliance should not be used by children aged 8 years and under and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities. 11.Children should not play with the appliance. 12.Cleaning and user maintenance should not be done by children. 13.Do not allow children to play with fixed controls.Installation Requirements Curtain description Grommet Curtains Ring Top Curtains If you are using grommet curtains, the minimum spacing between two grommets should be greater than 95mm. If you are using ring top curtains, the thickness of the rings should be greater than 4mm. Rod diameter requirement: 25-32mm (corresponding to circumferences of 79-100mm)

＞95mm Grommet Grommet ＞4mm diameter：25-32mmNote: This product is only applicable to rods with uniform thickness, not to those with dierent thicknesses at the ends, such as telescopic rods.

1.This product needs to be connected with the Aqara Home app before being installed on the curtains. 2.Before activating the product, please make sure you have the Aqara Home app and the Aqara Zigbee 3.0 hub installed (Please scan the QR code below to download the app). 3.Please open the app, tap “Home” and then tap “+” in the top right corner to enter the “Add Device (Accessory)” page. Select “Curtain Driver E1” and the hub to be connected to, and add it according to instructions in the Aqara Home app. Press and hold the Setting button for 5 seconds, and wait for the voice prompt from the Hub. 4.If you have purchased two or more Curtain Drivers, please connect all of them to the Aqara Home app before further installation. 5.If you use double-sided curtains, it is necessary to connect two Curtain Drivers to the app and then put them in one group for simultaneous control. Enter the main page of the Curtain Driver to be grouped, click "... " in the upper right corner, select ”Create a group for Curtains” and follow the instructions. 6.It is recommended to fully charge the product before installation. 7.The mass and the dimension of the curtain to be driven shall be compati- ble with the rated torque and rated operating time. Please read the following steps to start using the product. Preparation before use Quick Start Guide The Rods shall be provided with close-fitting decorative caps.05 Installation Methods for Rods Single-Sided Curtains (only one Curtain Driver is needed) 1.Force apart the standard Rod hanger, hang it between the first and second rings (or grommets) on the movable side of the curtain, and tighten the four legs of the hanger; 2.Aer startup, quickly double tap "Setting button" to release the hook on the curtain driver until it reaches its maximum length, and completely close the curtain; 3.Hang the curtain driver on the hanger as shown in the figure below, quickly double tap "Setting button" to hold the curtain driver onto the rod. Then, the indicator will turn green and blink, and 3 short beeps will sound from the buzzer when the product it is held in place. Installation Methods Hold the sides of the hanger to lightly force it apart； Pinch the ring hole until a "click" is heard； The hook reaches out to the maximum length; The hook is locked to the innermost; The second ring Opening direction of curtains The first ringThis product can be configured on the app to open and close the curtains according to the intensity of ambient light. To use the function, the light sensor should face the outside of the window and the Curtain Driver should be installed on the side near the window. If you need to control the opening and closing of curtains according to the light indoor, the light sensor should face the interior and the Curtain Driver should be installed on the side near the interior. To optimize the eect of the light sensor, please ensure that there is no opaque object in front of it.

1. First, measure the number of holes "N" between the outer edges of two

adjacent Grommets with the rubber strip as shown in the figure below (measure the shortest straight-line distance between the outer edges of the Grommets);

2. Install the first clip onto the third hole from the le of the rubber strip,

and install all the other clips according to the following instructions. Reserve 5 holes between the second and first clips, and the number of holes between the other adjacent clips is "N×2" (including the hole occupied by the clip) Install clips and rubber strip (for curtains suitable for Grommets)

3. Please install the rubber strip together with the clips on the curtain

according to your curtain layout as shown below. Case 1: M-shaped folds on the movable side of the curtain Case 2: W-shaped folds on the movable side of the curtain

N×25 6 Vertical View Vertical View Curtain Driver E1 Clip Clip Rod Rod Curtain Curtain Rubber Strip Curtain Driver E1 Rubber Strip Spaced 5 holes apart Spaced "N×2" holes apart08 When the curtains on both sides have completely closed, install the two curtain drivers at the positions shown in the figure below and refer to the installation method for single-sided curtains. Double-Sided Curtains (two Smart Curtain Drivers are required) To ensure proper use of the product, the range should be set for the product aer the product is installed. Opening Distance Settings Opening direction of curtains Opening direction of curtains Ring Top Grommet09 1.Aer the device is connected to the Aqara Home app, the opening distance of the device can be configured on the app. Click the device card on the Home page of the app and set the stroke as instructed on the main page of the device. 2.Also, the opening distance of the device can be set by pressing the setting button when the device is not connected to the Aqara Home app. Detailed operations are as follows: A)Pull the curtain until it is completely closed, and install the Curtain Driver on the rod according to the installation method for the "single-sid- ed curtains". B) Then click the setting button 3 times in succession quickly to set the first limit point of the range. The first limit point is set successfully aer the long "beep". Single-Sided Curtains Completely closed The first limit point (fully closed position)Double-Sided Curtains

A) Pull the curtains on le and right sides until they are completely closed, and install the two Curtain Drivers at the position on the rod where the curtains are completely closed according to the installation method for the "single-sided curtains". C)Meanwhile, the Curtain Driver will automatically run to the opening limited point and stop aer being pulled in the fully opening direction for about 10cm. Aer the long "beep", another limit point is automatical- ly and successfully set, which means the opening range of the device is set up. About 10cm The device starts running automatically The last limit point (fully opened position)Button Operation

B) Set the opening distance for Curtain Drivers on le and right sides according to Step B and C for that of "single-sided curtains". Button Operation Description Click once Click twice in succession quickly Click three times in succession quickly Open, close or stopaccording to the current state of the Curtain Driver Click five times in succession quickly Delete the current range set for the Curtain Driver Touch & hold for 5 seconds Restore factory settings or startup (when it is turned

Hold, release or stop according to the holding status of the current Curtain Driver Set limit point of the range manuallyIndicator Light Description

Indicator Light Status Quick blinking of blue light Slow blinking of orange light Quick blinking of green light Green blinking White blinking Steady blinking of White light Description The Curtain Driver is connecting with the hub (Aer the device is started for use for the first time or reset). Firmware updating is in progress. Holding to the rail is in progress. Releasing from the rail is in progress. The device is being charged. Charging is complete and the adapter is not removed. Touch & hold for 10 seconds Turn o the device Buzzer Description Buzzer Status 1 Long beep 2 Short beeps 3 Short beeps Description Device opening range deleted. Factory settings restored. Device searching reaction. Opening and closing directions switched. Range limit point was set successfully. When the range of Curtain Driver is not deleted, set the limit point of stroke manually. When the range of Curtain Driver stroke is deleted, delete the range again. The curtain driver is held in place. The curtain driver is released in place. Warning of low battery.Battery Charging When there is a warning of low battery, please charge the Curtain Driver in a timely fashion. Charging steps are as follows: 1.Quickly click the setting button twice in succession or use the app to release the Curtain Driver from the rail, and remove it from the rail; 2.Use the USB charging cable, and plug the end of the Type-C plug into the charging port on the Curtain Driver and the other end to the adapter for charging. 3.It takes about 5 hours to fully charge the battery. Specifications Dimensions: 140.5 × 96 × 44 mm Rated Current: 1.5 A Rated Torque: 0.2 N·m Wireless Protocol: Zigbee 3.0 IEEE 802.15.4 Model: CM-M01(CM-Curtain Motor series products, M01-the first Motorized products) Battery Type: Lithium battery (not replaceable) Rated Voltage: 5 V Rated Power Input: 7.5 W Rated Rotor Speed:100 r/min Moving Speed: 12 cm/s IP Rating: IP20 Operating Humidity: 0~95% RH, no condensation Operating Temperature: 0°C ~ 45°C Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: —Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. —Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. —Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected. —Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.” This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an 13Zigbee Warnings Zigbee Operation Frequency: 2405-2475 MHz Zigbee Maximum Output Power: 13 dBm Under normal use of condition, this device should be kept a separation distance of at least 20cm between the antenna and the body of the user. EU Declaration of Conformity Hereby, Lumi United Technology Co., Ltd. declares that the radio equipment type Curtain Driver E1, CM-M01 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: http://www.aqa- ra.com/DoC/ WEEE Disposal and Recycling Information All products bearing this symbol are waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE as in directive 2012/19/EU) which should not be mixed with unsorted household waste. Instead, you should protect human health and the environment by handing over your waste equipment to a