Freevia Essential - Garage door opener SOMFY - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Sliding garage door opener
Brand	Somfy
Model	Freevia Essential
Power supply	230 V - 50 Hz or 24 V (solar)
Motor power	120 W
Maximum power consumption	600 W (with zone lighting)
Standby consumption	0.21 W
Operating frequency	433.42 MHz (< 10 mW)
Radio range	Approx. 30 m
Compatible gate	Sliding PVC, wood or metal
Maximum gate length	7 m (Freevia Line) / 6 m (Freevia 400 / Origin)
Maximum gate weight	500 kg (Freevia Line) / 400 kg (Freevia 400 / Origin)
Operating temperature	-20 °C to +60 °C
Protection index	IP 44
Insulation class	Class 1
Maximum number of remote controls	16
Flashing light output	24 V, 10 W max
Zone lighting output	500 W max at 230 V
Accessory power output	24 Vdc / 15 W max
Obstacle detection	Automatic, compliant with EN 12453
Thermal protection	Yes
Backup battery	Optional, autonomy 10 cycles or 24 h
Maintenance	Disconnect power before cleaning; replace remote battery every 2 years
Warranty	Refer to manual or Somfy website

Frequently Asked Questions - Freevia Essential SOMFY

How to install the Freevia Essential motor?

Installation requires preparing a concrete foundation, fixing the rack to the gate with a 2 mm gap, then positioning the motor by unlocking it and fixing it to the ground. Follow steps 1.1 to 1.4 in the manual for correct assembly.

How to start the gate travel auto-learning?

Make sure the gate is halfway open and the motor is locked. Press the AKHS button on the control electronics. The gate will perform a complete cycle and the ⏻ indicator will light up steadily if successful.

What to do if the gate does not respond to commands?

Check the remote battery (replace with CR2430 or CR2032), the antenna, and ensure the motor is locked. If the electronics indicator is off, press the button for 2 seconds to wake up the electronics.

How to add a new remote control?

Wake up the electronics by pressing the button for 2 s. Place the remote against the unit and briefly press the desired button. The RADIO indicator lights up then turns off to confirm memorization.

How to activate automatic closing?

Automatic closing requires installed and recognized photocells. Follow the procedure on page 23: wake up the electronics, place the remote, hold button 1 until the ⏻ indicator flashes, then press button 1 three times.

How to adjust the gate speed?

Speed adjustment must be done by a professional. To switch to slow speed, follow the procedure on page 25: wake up the electronics, place the remote, hold button 1, then press the buttons as indicated to select slow speed.

What does the flashing of the ⏻ indicator mean?

The number of flashes indicates a diagnosis: 1 flash = battery operation, 2 = waiting for auto-learning, 4 = short circuit on START, 5 = thermal safety, 6 = short circuit on BUS or 24V, 7 = electronic fault. Refer to the diagnostic table on page 32.

How to replace the remote control battery?

Remove the clip, insert a screwdriver into the slot to lift the cover, remove the battery with the screwdriver and replace with a 3 V CR2430 or CR2032 battery. Close the cover and put the clip back.

How to reset the motor settings?

Wake up the electronics, place a memorized remote against the unit, hold button 1 until the RESET indicator flashes. Press button 1 twice to reset only settings, or hold button 2 to also reset remote controls.

Can I use solar power with the Freevia Essential?

Yes, the motor can operate on 24 V solar. Warning: never connect the 230 V power supply at the same time as the solar power, as this would damage the electronics. A battery kit is also available for power outages.

USER MANUAL Freevia Essential SOMFY

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• Pack contents 2
• Space requirements 3
• Field of application 3
• Overview of the installation 3
• Control electronics description 4

Prerequisites for installation 5

• Ground stop blocks (not supplied) 5
• Positioning the motor 5
• Electrical pre-equipment 5
• Cables required 6

• Concrete base 7

• Tools required for installation (not supplied) 8

• Fasteners required for rack installation (not supplied) 8

Installation 9

1.1 Unlocking the motor 9
1.2 Installing the motor 9

• Anchoring the motor in the ground 9
• Fastening the rack 10

1.3 Checking the motor installation 11

1.4 Locking the motor 12
1.5 Wiring the motor 12
1.6 Connecting to the 230V mains power supply 13
1.7 Earthing the control electronics 14
1.8 Position of the control electronics antenna 14

Commissioning and standard use 15

2.1 Powering on the installation 15
2.2 Gate travel auto-programming 15
2.3 Control electronics standby / reactivation 16
2.4 Plugging the openings 16
2.5 Fitting the cover 16
2.6 Fully opening and closing the gate 17
2.7 Obstacle detection 17

Wiring the accessories 18

3.1 Photoelectric cells 18

• Installation 18
• Cell recognition by the motor electronics in normal operating mode 18

3.2 Flashing light 19

• Flashing light operation 19
• Operation with photoelectric cells 19
• In the event of photoelectric cell removal 19

3.3 Battery 20
3.4 Remote antenna 20

3.5 Video door phone 21
3.6 Key contact 21
3.7 Area lighting 21
3.8 Solar power 21

• Lighting output power 21
• Area lighting operation 21

Advanced parameter settings 22

4.1 Pedestrian opening 22

• Pedestrian opening operation 22
• Activating pedestrian opening 22
• Deactivating pedestrian opening 22

4.2 Automatic closing 23

• Automatic closing operation 23
• Activating automatic closing 23
• Deactivating automatic closing 24

4.3 Gate speed 25

Field of application 25
- Setting slow speed 25
- Returning to standard speed 26

Programming the remote controls 27

5.1 Remote controls description 27

• 2-button remote control programming options 27
• 4-button remote control programming options 28
• Using a 3-button remote control 28

5.2 Adding a remote control 29

• 2- or 4-button remote control 29
• 3-button remote control 29

5.3 Deleting remote controls 29

Troubleshooting 30

6.1 Assistance 30
6.2 Replacing the remote control battery 30
6.3 Clearing the settings 31
6.4 Diagnostics 32
6.5 Opening the motor memory 33

Technical data 34

Product description

Pack contents

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ID Designation Qty
a Motor x 1
b Rack section33 cm x 20 mm*	x 12
c Installation template x 1
d 2-button remote control**
e Set of photoelectric cells* x 1
f Flashing light* x 1
g Installation andoperating manual	x 1

*depending on the pack chosen

ID Designation Qty
h Earth wire x 1
i Self-drilling screw x 4
j Cable clamp x 1
k Stud	x 4
l Plug	x 4
m	Somfy pencil	x 1
n Cover screw	x 1
o O-ring	x 1
p Insulated round terminal	x 1
q Small flat washer	x 2
r Toothed lock washer	x 2
s Flat washer	x 8
t Nut	x 8

Space requirements

84 48 109 109 218214 232 180 72 25

Field of application

This product is intended for the drive on a PVC, wood or metal sliding gate for an individual home.

	Max. length Max. weight
FREEVIA LINE 7 m 500 kg
FREEVIA 400 / ORIGIN 6 m 400 kg

Overview of the installation

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ID Designation

A Area lighting

B Flashing light

C Antenna

D Safety edge

E Photoelectric cells

ID Designation

F Closing stop block

G Opening stop block

H Motor

J Rack

Control electronics description

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ID Designation Function
A		Start auto-programmingReactivate the control electronics
B RADIO indicator light		Comes on each time the control electronics receive a radio command
C	or light	On upon activation/deactivation of pedestrian opening
		Flashes slowly photoelectric cells present and recognised
		Flashes quickly indicates a fault on the photoelectric cells, see page 32
D	or light	On automatic gate closing is activated
		OFF automatic gate closing is deactivated
		Flashes quickly the "automatic closing" parameter is selected
E	or light	OFF	the gate operates at standard speed
		Flashes slowly the gate operates at slow speed
		Flashes quickly the gate "speed" parameter is selected
F RESET indicator light		On the settings alone or the settings and the radio control points are deleted
		Flashes quickly the settings and radio control points deletion function is selected
G	or light	On the motor functions correctly - the control electronics are reactivated
		OFF the motor functions correctly - the control electronics are on standby
		Flashes see diagnostic on page 32

Prerequisites for installation

Ground stop blocks (not supplied)

The gate travel must be defined by stop black anchored firmly in the ground.

Opening stop block Closing stop block

Positioning the motor

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Electrical pre-equipment

Cables required

• Mains power supply: 3 x 1.5 mm ^2 cable or 3 x 2.5 mm ^2 for outdoor use (at least H07RN-F)
  • Cell connections: 2 x 0.75 mm² cable
  • Other accessories: see page 6

The power supply cable run must be set up in accordance with the electrical standards in force in the country of use.

Cable feed

• Underground cables must be equipped with a protective sheath with a sufficient diameter to contain all the cables.
- Fit a 230V electrical input as close as possible to the motor.

If a cable trench cannot be dug, use a cable grommet which can withstand the weight of passing vehicles (ref. 2400484).

Gate Concrete base Cable feed

Cables required

The wiring details are provided in the "ACCESSORIES WIRING" section on pages 18 to 21.

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To connect several accessories to the START terminal, a wire with a 0.3 mm^2 cross-section may be used (example: telephone cable) instead of a wire with a 0.75 mm^2 cross-section.

Concrete base

The concrete base on which the motor will be installed must comply with the dimensions indicated in the diagram below.

Gate Base -150 mm Cable feed Deck Crema Ilère Gate Base 250 mm mini 36 200 mm mini

Tools required for installation (not supplied)

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Fasteners required for rack installation (not supplied)

This information is provided for guidance purposes.

	Fasteners required Tools required Drilling diameter
IRON OR ALUMINIUM GATE	Self-drilling hex-head screw for metal, type ST 6.3 x 30 mm + washer	No.10 socket spanner	5 mm with a drill for steel
PVC GATE	PVC is too fragile to fasten the rack directly.PVC gates generally have an aluminium or metal brace or a steel core(see the line above).If a PVC gate does not have a brace: fasten a metallic brace to the gate, at the rack fastening point.
WOODEN GATE	Wood screws, diameter 6 x 40 mm minimum + washer	No.10 socket spanner	Make a starter hole with a wood drill, diameter 2.5 mm, or a wood auger.

1.1 Unlocking the motor

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Position the motor handle

The pinion is released.

The motor is unlocked.

1.2 Installing the motor

- Anchoring the motor in the grou

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- Position the installation template ⓒ on the ground, and drill 4 holes using a drill bit (∅ 12 mm) suitable for the type of ground.

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• Insert the plugs. Screw in the studs.
• Screw on 4 nuts with 4 washers.
• Remove the motor cover.
• Position the motor on the studs: ensure that the

bracket (motor base) is no more than 25 mm above the ground. The recommended space is between 20 and 25 mm.

- Once the motor is positioned at the right height in relation to the ground, fasten it using 4 washers and 4 nuts.

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- Position the pre-drilled grommet in the opening provided for the cable feed.

Check that the motor is level.

Fastening the rack

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• The rack must be fastened to the gate brace.
• Use screws suitable for your gate's material (see page 8).
• Never lubricate the motor rack or pinion.

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• Align the top of the rack with the pencil mark, to ensure the 2 mm gap required between the rack and the pinion.
• If the fastening points are too close to the edge of the brace: fasten the rack to the centre of the oblong holes.

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Rack fastening mark

• Open the gate fully.
• Place the pencil supplied on the notches provided on the motor.
• Hold the pencil in one hand, and with the other slide the gate to mark the position of the rack.

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• Place the rack by aligning the top of the rack with the pencil mark.
• Fasten the first rack component on the top of the oblong holes, stating on the motor side.
• Fit and fasten the other components in the same way, slotting them into each other.

1.3 Checking the motor installation

Check that:

• the motor is level.
• the gate runs correctly.
• the pinion is correctly driven.

- the 2 mm gap between the rack and pinion does not vary excessively.

If these conditions are not satisfied, adjust the rack height.

Once all these checks have been completed, tighten the nuts to fasten the motor permanently.

1.4 Locking the motor

Never lock the motor when the gate is moving, as this could damage the drive.

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Push the motor handle towards the gate.

The motor is locked.

1.5 Wiring the motor

For your safety, these operations must be carried out with the power off.

By default, the motor is wired for installation on the left of the gate.

To install the motor on the right of the gate, switch the wires connected to terminals 10 and 11 of the control electronics (green M1 label).

Brown Blue Motor on left-hand side View from inside

Blue Brown Motor on right-hand side View from inside

Do not connect anything to terminal M2.

1.6 Connecting to the 230V mains power supply

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• For your safety, these operations must be carried out with the power off.
• Use a 3 x 1.5 mm ^2 or 3 x 2.5 mm ^2 cable for outdoor use (at least H07RN-F).

• The cable clamp supplied must be used.
  For all low-voltage cables, ensure that they can withstand a 100 N pull force.
  Check that the conductors have not moved after applying this pull force.

• Strip the wire over 150 mm.

• Trim the live and neutral wires at 100 mm.
• Strip the 3 wires over 8 mm.
• Crimp the terminal provided on the earth wire (yellow and green).
• Connect the wires as shown in the table:

100 mm Neutral Live 8 mm 150 mm

Wire colour Type Terminal		Comments
Blue Neutral 17
Brown / black / red	Live 16
Yellow and green	Earth		Fit a flat washer q the power supply earth terminal crimped in step 4 and a toothed lock washer using a screw i

Live 16 230V 17 Neutral A

7. Tighten the cable clamp supplied.

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For a 3x1.5 mm ^2 cable For a 3x2.5 mm ^2 cable

1.7 Earthing the control electronics

1. Connect the earth wire supplied h the top right of the control electronics.
2. Fit a flat washer q, the earth wire terminal h and a toothed lock washer ring a screw i on the top of the motor.

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1.8 Position of the control electronics antenna

Position the antenna on top of the motor.

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2.1 Powering on the installation

1. The ⏻ indicator flashes (twice).

The motor is switched on and awaiting auto-programming.

1. If the indicator light does not come on or the number of flashes is not as expected: see diagnostic on page 32.

2.2 Gate travel auto-programming

Prerequisite - before starting auto-programming, check that:

- The installation is powered on: the Indicator light flashes (twice).

- The gate is at its mid-point. - The motor is locked.

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Press the button on the control electronics.

• The gate opens, closes, opens partially and closes again.
  • The Ⓧ indicator light is lit continuously.

Auto-programming has been successfully completed and the motor is operational.

If the ⏻ indicator light flashes (twice), begin auto-programming again.

The gate must be closed once auto-programming is complete.

If the gate is open, see the IMPORTANT box below.

IMPORTANT

If the gate is open once auto-programming is complete:

1. Clear the settings (see page 31).
2. Power the motor off.
3. Switch the wires connected to terminals 10 and 11 (green M1 label) of the control electronics (see "Motor wiring", page 12).
4. Unlock the motor.
5. Position the gate at its mid-point.
6. Lock the motor.
7. Power the motor on.
8. Begin auto-programming again.

During the auto-programming process, pressing button 1 on the remote control or the button on the control electronics causes the gate and the auto-programming process to stop.

2.3 Control electronics standby / reactivation

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Once the auto-programming process has been completed, the electronics automatically switch to standby after 5 minutes of inactivity to save energy. In standby mode, all the indicator lights are off.

To check whether the motor is powered on or to check/modify the parameter setting, press the button for 2 seconds to activate the electronics.

2.4 Plugging the openings

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You are strongly advised to plug all the openings to prevent short circuits caused by insects.

Once all the cables have been fed through, plug the openings (oblong holes, cable feed openings) using silicone.

2.5 Fitting the cover

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1. Place the cover on the motor.
2. Insert the seal to insure the motor and cover screw in the watertight.
3. Screw down the cover.

2.6 Fully opening and closing the gate

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The remote controls supplied with the kit are already memorised and programmed so that button 1 on the remote controls requests full opening of the gate.

Button 1

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STOP

- Gate closed: press button 1 on the remote control to open the gate fully.

- Gate moving: press button 1 on the remote control to stop the gate.

- Gate open: press button 1 on the remote control to close the gate.

2.7 Obstacle detection

If an obstacle is detected (abnormal force on the drive):

• When the gate is opening: the gate will stop.
• When the gate is closing: the gate will stop and reopen.

For your safety, these operations must be carried out with the power off.

You are advised to perform gate travel auto-programming before connecting the accessories (photoelectric cells, flashing light, etc.)

3.1 Photoelectric cells

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TX RX 1 2 1 2 BUS 3 4

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Installation

After wiring the cells, and to check that the cells are properly aligned:

1. Power the motor back on again.
2. Press the button on the control electronics for 2 seconds to activate the electronics and power the cells. The indicator light on the RX receiver cell should light up when the cells are correctly aligned.

Cell recognition by the motor electronics in normal operating mode

This procedure below can only be applied in the following cases:

• Connecting photoelectric cells after auto-programming has been completed.
• Removing photoelectric cells in normal operating mode (in automatic closing mode, the photoelectric cells are mandatory).
• Deactivating the operating mode with automatic closing.

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• Press the button on the control electronics for 2 seconds.
  The indicator light comes on.
• Place the remote control against the control electronics.
  Press and hold button 1 on the remote control until the indicator light flashes.

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- Press the Button on the control electronics for 2 seconds.

The indicator light indicates the status of the cells:

: Cells present and recognised : Cells incorrectly aligned or blocked ○ : Cells not connected

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- Press button 1 on the remote control 3 times.

▶Operation with photoelectric cells

If the cells are blocked when closing the gate, the gate will stop and reopen.

If the gate is open and the cells are blocked, the gate will not close.

In the event of photoelectric cell removal

If cells have been removed, repeat the cell recognition procedure by the motor electronics

3.2 Flashing light

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10 W - 24V bulb MAXIMUM - Using a bulb with power greater than 10 W - 24V can cause drive malfunctions.

Flashing light operation

The light flashes while the gate is moving.

3.3 battery

This accessory is not compatible with solar power.

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To ensure an optimum battery life, switch the gate's electric power supply off at least 3 times a year to run a number of cycles using the battery.

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Battery specifications:

• Battery life: 10 continuous cycles or 24 hours on a gate in perfect condition.
• Optimum charging time before using the battery: 48 hours.
  • Service life: 3 years.

The backup battery ensures the operation of the gate in the event of an electrical power failure. The ⏻ indicator light flashes (once) when the motor is operating on the battery.

3.4 Remote antenna

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The wire antenna can be replaced with a longer-range remote antenna.

This is placed on top of the pillar and must be clearly accessible.

The offset antenna is connected to terminals 1 and 2 of the electronics unit (blue "ANT" label):

• the wire core to terminal 1
• the ground strap to terminal 2

Only connect one non-powered dry contact.

3.6 Key contact

START 5 6

3.7 Area lighting

LIGHT 14 15

▶ Lighting output power

The maximum lighting output power is 500 W:

• either 5 fluocompact or LED lights
• or 2 power supplies for low-voltage LEDs
• or 1 halogen light, max. 500 W

▶ Area lighting operation

Area lighting comes on each time the drive is started up. It goes out automatically 1 minute and 30 seconds after movement has finished.

3.8 Solar power

Never connect the motor to a 230V power supply when it is connected to a solar power supply, as this could damage the motor's electronics unit.

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4.1 Pedestrian opening

▶ Pedestrian opening operation

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Pressing the remote control button programmed to open the pedestrian opening causes the gate to open about 1 metre. Pressing the button again re-closes the gate.

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Button 1 on 2- or 4-button remote controls cannot be programmed to control the gate's pedestrian opening. See "Programming the remote controls", on pages 27-29, for more information.

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- Press the button on the control electronics for 2 seconds. The Indicator light comes on.

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- Place the remote control against the control electronics.

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- Press button 2 on the remote control.

The "RADIO" and 🎨 indicator lights come on then go out. The pedestrian opening is activated on this button.

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Move away from the control electronics to test pedestrian opening.

▶ Deactivating pedestrian opening

Repeat the "Activate pedestrian opening" procedure using the button for which pedestrian opening must be deactivated. The indicator light comes on then goes out. The pedestrian opening is deactivated for this button.

4.2 Automatic closing

▶ Automatic closing operation

Press button 1 on the remote control to open the gate.

The gate closes again after 30 seconds, or 5 seconds if the photoelectric cells detect a passage motion.

Automatic closing can be interrupted by pressing button 1 on the remote control. To reclose the gate, press button 1 on the remote control again.

▶ Activating automatic closing

Automatic closing can only be activated if the photoelectric cells are connected and recognised by the motor's control electronics.

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- Press the button on the control electronics for 2 seconds. The Indicator light comes on.

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- Place the remote control against the control electronics.

- Press and hold button 1 on the remote control until the indicator light flashes quickly.

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- Press and hold button 2 on the remote control until the indicator light goes out and then is lit continuously.

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- When you release button 2, the indicator light flashes; press button 1 on the remote control 3 times

The indicator light remains on. Automatic closing is activated.

▶ Deactivating automatic closing

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- Press the button on the control electronics for 2 seconds. The Indicator light comes on.

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- Place the remote control against the control electronics.

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- Press and hold button 1 on the remote control until the indicator light flashes.

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- Press button 2 on the remote control. The indicator light goes out then flashes.

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- Press button 1 on the remote control 3 times.

The indicator light is off. Automatic closing is deactivated.

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4.3 Gate speed

By default, the gate operates at standard speed.

DANGER Any change to the gate speed setting must be performed by a professional drive and home automation installer. Any changes which do not comply with these instructions represent a danger to the safety of both people and property.

▶ Field of application

Set the gate speed in accordance with the table below:

Gate weight Standard speed Slow speed
0 to <100 kg
100 to <200 kg
200 to <300 kg	[TA40] + safety edge*
300 to <400 kg	+ safety edge*	[YOHT]
400 to 500 kg		[5607]

*A passive safety edge (ref. 9019612) must be installed on the gate.

WARNING If the speed setting is changed, the installer must check that the obstacle detection system complies with Annex A of standard EN 12 453. Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious injury, e.g. crushing by the gate.

▶ Setting slow speed

12 • Press the button on the control electronics for 2 seconds. The Indicator light comes on. • Place the remote control against the control electronics. • Press and hold button 1 on the remote control until the indicator light flashes. • Press button 1 on the remote control once. • The P1 indicator light flashes quickly.

▶ Setting slow speed (continued)

graph LR
    A["Start"] --> B["Signal State P1"]
    B --> C{Reset}
    C --> D["Radio buttons: P1, somfy."]
    D --> E["Result"]
    E --> F["Signal State P1"]
    F --> G{Reset}
    G --> H["Radio buttons: P1, somfy."]

- Press and hold button 2 until the P1 indicator light flashes slowly. Slow speed is selected.

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- Press button 1 on the remote control twice. The P1 indicator light flashes slowly. Slow speed is selected.

▶ Returning to standard speed

1	2	3
• Press the button on the control electronics for 2 seconds.The Indicator light comes on.	• Place the remote control against the control electronics.	• Press and hold button 1 on the remote control until the indicator light flashes.
4	5
• Press button 1 on the remote control once.The P1 indicator light flashes.	• Press button 2 on the remote control once.The P1 indicator light goes out for 5 seconds then flashes quickly.	• Press button 1 on the remote control twice. The P1 indicator light is off.Standard speed is selected.

5.1 Remote controls description

2-button remote control

4-button remote control

Depending on the parameter setting options, Somfy RTS remote controls can control:

• full opening of the gate
• pedestrian opening of the gate
- another Somfy RTS device (e.g.: garage door motor, roller shutter, etc.)

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The remote controls supplied with the kit are already memorised and programmed so that button 1 on the remote controls requests full opening of the gate.

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You can memorise up to 16 control points for a motor (remote controls, other radio control points). If you memorise a 17th control point, the first point memorised will automatically be deleted.

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If you wish to program a pedestrian opening, it must be programmed on the button following the one used to open the gate fully (e.g.: full opening controlled by button 2, pedestrian opening controlled by button 3). It is not possible to programme pedestrian opening on button 1 of the remote controls.

▶ 2-button remote control programming options

	Button 1	Button 2
Option 1 Full opening Pedestrian opening or other		Somfy RTS automated system
Option 2 Another Somfy RTS device Full opening

▶ 4-button remote control programming options

	Button 1	Button 2	Button 3	Button 4
Option 1 Full opening Pedestrian opening		or other Somfy RTS automated system	Other Somfy RTS automated system	Other Somfy RTS automated system
Option 2 Other Somfy RTS automated system		Full opening Pedestrian	opening or other Somfy RTS automated system	Other Somfy RTS automated system
Option 3 Other Somfy RTS automated system		Other Somfy RTS automated system	Full opening Pedestrian	opening or other Somfy RTS automated system
Option 4 Other Somfy RTS automated system		Other Somfy RTS automated system	Other Somfy RTS automated system	Full opening

▶ Using a 3-button remote control

Open Stop Close

• To open the gate fully, press the "Up" button on the remote control.
• To stop the gate while it is moving, press the central button on the remote control.
• To close the gate, press the "Down" button on the remote control.

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The 3-button remote control cannot be used to change the motor parameter settings.

5.2 Adding a remote control

▶ 2- or 4-button remote control

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- Press the button on the control electronics for 2 seconds. The Indicator light comes on.

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- Place the new remote control to be programmed against the control electronics.

- Press and release the button on the remote control to be programmed. The "RADIO" indicator light will come on and then go out when you release the button on the remote control. Full opening is programmed on this button.

▶ 3-button remote control

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- Press the button on the control electronics for 2 seconds. The indicator light comes on.

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- Place the remote control against the control electronics.

- Press and release a button on the remote control to be programmed. The "RADIO" indicator light will come on and then go out when you release the button on the remote control. The remote control has been memorised.

5.3 Deleting remote controls

See "Clearing the settings" page 31.

The drive must be disconnected from any power supply source during cleaning and maintenance, or when replacing parts.

6.1 Assistance

Despite the care taken in the design of our products and the creation of our guides, you may encounter difficulties during the installation of your automatic control device or have some unanswered questions. Do not hesitate to contact us; our specialists are on hand to answer all your questions.

6.2 Replacing the remote control battery

The service life of the battery is generally 2 years.

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• Remove the remote control clip.

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• Insert the screwdriver in the slot and lift the cover.

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• Remove the battery using a screwdriver.

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• Replace the battery (3 V CR 2430 or CR 2032).

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• Unscrew the rear of the remote control.

- Remove the screws.

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• Remove the rear of the remote control.

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• Replace the battery (3V CR 2430 / CR 2032).

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• Refit and screw on the rear of the remote control.

6.3 Clearing the settings

When should I clear the settings?

• After auto-programming, if you change the position stop block, if you change the motor wiring or if you add a safety edge to the gate.
• If the gate keeps opening haphazardly due to normal wear of the gate.

Press the button on the control electronics for 2 seconds. The indicator light comes on.	Place the memorised remote control against the control electronics	Press and hold button 1 on the remote control until the indicator light flashes quickly.	Press button 1 on the remote control twice.	The “RESET” indicator light flashes quickly.
To clear the settings*		To clear the settings* and the memorised remote controls/control points
		The Indicator light flashes twice (see page 15 to run an auto-programming procedure).

*Gate travel, deactivating the parameters, etc.

6.4 Diagnostics

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The electronics automatically switch to standby after 5 minutes of inactivity, to save energy. In standby mode, all the indicator lights are off.

To run a diagnostic on your drive, press and hold 🤕 for 2 seconds to reactivate the electronics and observe the status of the indicator lights.

Diagnostics Troubleshooting

The motor does not respond to commands from the remote control	The remote control range is reduced	·Check the remote control battery ("Replacing the remote control battery", see page 30). ·Check the antenna on the electronics unit (wiring, position, see page 14). ·Check that there are no external factors that may be interfering with the radio transmission (electric pylon, metal reinforced walls, etc.). If this is the case, fit a remote antenna.
	Non-memorised remote control	Memorise the remote control (see page 29).
	Motor unlocked Lock the motor.
	The indicator light flashes quickly Photoelectric cells blocked.	Check that there are no obstacles between the cells.
The indicator light on the electronics unit is off	The electronics unit is on standby	Press for 2 seconds to reactivate the electronics unit.
	No power supply to the control electronics	·Check the mains power supply. ·Check the power supply cable.
The indicator light on the electronics unit is flashing:
1 flash Operating	on backup battery Check the mains power supply.
2 flashes Motor waiting for gate travel to be programmed	Start auto-programming (see page 15).
4 flashes Short-circuit on electronic unit "START" (terminals 5-6)	Check the accessories connected to the electronic unit's "START" output.
5 flashes Motor thermal protection device activated	Allow the motor to cool down for several minutes.
6 flashes Short-circuit on the electronics unit's "BUS" (terminals 3-4)		Check the accessories connected to the electronic unit's "BUS".
		Short-circuit on the electronics unit's "24 V" (terminals 7-9)
		Short-circuit on the electronics unit's "flashing light" (terminals 8-9)
		Motor short-circuit Check the motor wiring (see page 12).
7 flashes Electronic fault Contact Somfy assistance
Automatic closing mode is not activated (the indicator light stays off).	The indicator light is off. Photoelectric cells not installed	Install cells (see guide supplied with the cells for installation, and page 18 for wiring).
	The indicator light flashes quickly. Photoelectric cells not aligned or blocked.	Check that there are no obstacles between the cells. Check cell alignment.

6.5 Opening the motor memory

To facilitate adding coded keypad or TaHoma radio controls, you can open the motor electronics memory in order to memorise your equipment remotely.

The motor memory can only be opened if auto-programming has already been run.

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- Press the button on the control electronics for 2 seconds. The indicator light comes on.

- Press the 🎨 button on the control electronics for 5 seconds. The "RADIO" indicator light comes on. The memory is open. Program the control as per the instructions supplied with it.

Power supply 230 V-50 Hz / 24V (with solar power)
Motor type 24V
Motor power 120 W
Max. power consumed (with area lighting)	600 W
Standby consumption 0.21 W
Maximum manoeuvre frequency per day 20 cycles / day	10 cycles / day on solar power
Opening time 16 s for a 150 kg/3m gate
Automatic obstacle detection Compliant with standard	EN 12 453
Operating temperature -20°C to +60°C
Thermal protection Yes
Index protection rating IP 44
Insulation Category 1
Built-in radio receiver Yes
Remote controls
• Radio frequency 433.42 MHz, < 10 mW
• Range in field of use	~30 m
• Storage quantity	16
Possible connections:
• Flashing light output	Flashing, 24V, 10 W maximum
• Lighting output	500 W max at 230V either 5 fluocompact or LED lights or 2 power supplies for low-voltage LEDs or 1 halogen light, max. 500 W
• Accessories power supply output	24VDC / 15 W max.
• Backup battery input	Yes
• Photoelectric cell input	Yes (up to 2 sets of photoelectric cells)
• Dry contact control input	Yes

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