Control of curtains and blinds. Control of blinds, curtains, roller shutters, gates, cinema screens and drives of other devices Automatic control of blinds
Automatic blinds are an even more convenient version of the usual blinds that at the moment have already become a part of our lives. That is, those who have these aesthetic and functional devices hanging on their windows will never exchange them for simple curtains. Thanks to automatic blinds, you no longer need to get up, approach them and operate them manually. After all, sometimes there is a table or a closet next to the window, and every time you go to these window devices uncomfortable. It may also be that the size of the window does not allow you to easily change the direction of light and the illumination of the room. And if the house also has several blinds, which you have to approach several times a day. In such situations, you will appreciate the convenience of automatic blinds. They will open at your request by pressing a button on the remote control.
Automatic blinds have various types controls, which allows you to lower and raise them while sitting in comfortable chair, on the sofa or lying on the bed. Being at the other end of the room or even in another room, you can rotate the slats from a distance and thereby regulate the amount of light in the room.
Advantages of automatic blinds:
- You only need 1 remote control to control several blinds
- It is possible to adjust the lighting of the room even in your absence
- A convenient timer that will automatically control the time of their opening or closing
Easy to operate automatic blinds
Working with automatic blinds is not difficult. By lightly pressing one button, you raise the blinds, and by pressing another, you lower them. The third button stops this process if you wish. The two-speed drive allows you to slow down the speed at which the slats turn, giving you enough time to position the slats as intended. The mechanism then begins to work faster and the device will quickly rise or fall.
Automatic protection of your window can operate from a remote control (RC), a switch, or an electric drive. The remote control operates on batteries, a radio signal or an infrared signal. The radio signal allows one remote control to control several blinds, even if they are located in different rooms Houses. A wall switch or control panel also helps with this. Or both of these controls at the same time.
The color range of automatic blinds is wide. The same can be said about the material for them. At will, the customer can choose automatic blinds made of wood, aluminum, in the form of pleated blinds, Roman, roller and other types of blinds. ABOUT different types blinds and how to choose them without getting confused in the variety of options offered.
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Tags: remote control, IR, IR remote control, electric drive, servomotor
What is this?
Automation of routine is one of the most popular topics in the world of DIY electronics. This time we will automate the control of blinds using Arduino and a constant rotation servo drive. We use infrared light as a communication channel, and as a remote control we use the first remote control for a TV or music center.
We will make it so that the opening and closing buttons can be assigned independently. This way we can control the device with those buttons on the remote control that are usually not used at all.
What do we need?
How to assemble?
Algorithm
Immediately after power is applied, the setup function is called. The IR library is initialized in her body. Then the program start signal is given (three short signals) and the device “learning” procedure starts. Learning involves the device memorizing the buttons that the user uses to open and close the blinds. The user presses a button on the remote control, the device receives the code of the button pressed, remembers it and confirms this event with a short signal. Then everything is repeated for the second button. Once both buttons are set, the device emits a long beep and enters the loop function.
During the operating cycle, the device waits for a remote control button to be pressed. As soon as a press signal is received, it is checked whether the same button was pressed in the recent past. If yes, then pressing again is perceived as a command to “continue turning the motor.” If there have been no recent presses, remember the moment of pressing and turn on the drive in the desired direction.
Source code
light_jalousie.ino // connect the library for working with servos#includeDemonstration of the device operation
What's next?
It is inconvenient to flash the remote control button codes into it every time you turn on the device. But ATmega328p has non-volatile memory - EEPROM, in which you can save these codes once and load them from there every time you start. There is an EEPROM library for working with this memory.
There is a flaw in our design: it is impossible to make a button that will automatically close the blinds completely. If you install a full closing/opening sensor, then it will be possible to implement such a function. To do this, you can, for example, remove one strip and install a potentiometer in its place.
Optimal use natural light apartment, home or office is necessary for people's health, comfort, and energy savings. Therefore, the design of the Smart Home system involves the development of event-scenario control of blinds. Curtains, awnings, roller shutters and other types of window equipment can also be automated.
Typical automation solutions can take into account many external factors: weather conditions, external/internal illumination, temperature regime— to provide comfortable lighting scenarios. All of them serve to optimize the functioning of the climate system.
The benefits of automating blinds
1. Comfort. If you choose a convenient and pleasant automation mode for yourself, you will watch your blinds automatically close after sunset, or slowly open in the morning.
2. Convenience. You will save yourself from the daily tedious task of manually opening/closing blinds. Automatic mode will provide this function even without your intervention. They can also be controlled via a smartphone, even while on vacation.
3. Energy saving. By adjusting the automation mode to the ambient light level, you will significantly reduce your energy costs. In winter, they will help keep you warm, thereby reducing heating costs.
4. Security. Automatic blinds increase safety while you are in or away from home.
5. Easy maintenance, wear-resistant. Smooth movements of the blinds, no sudden jerking manual mode provides durability and wear resistance.
Automated blinds
The most popular wireless technology is used to create systems for home automation, allows for as soon as possible create a system that covers the entire house with the transfer of all device status parameters.
Choice of blinds
The market for blinds and shutters today offers several standard solutions, among which the most common are:
1. Power - 230V
The system is connected to the wireless controller directly. With its help, the electric motor is started, which allows you to move the blinds, stop them, and change the direction of movement.
This module is designed for all types of 230V blinds, roller shutters, motorized awnings. It is located behind the switch or next to the engine itself.
2. 24V power supply
Low-voltage blinds operate on 24V. Such systems have only 2 wires connected to the motor. They control the direction of movement by changing the polarity. The motors are connected to the controller. Control is carried out using an external switch. Remote control provided by connecting a relay switch.
Automatic blinds– this is the convenience and ease of any manipulation. They open and close with one press of a button on the remote control. Of course, small blinds on one window are easy to close and open manually.
But to control the blinds on the ceiling windows in winter garden or on panoramic windows conference room is no longer easy. In this situation, the only way out is to install an electric motor with a control panel, which will allow you to remotely open and close the slats.
Advantages of automatic blinds
- Convenience and comfort of using light-protective structures.
- Ability to control structures located at high altitudes and in other hard-to-reach places.
- Simultaneous adjustment of blinds in a room with a large number windows
- Integration with Smart Home systems.
Buy automatic blinds – perfect choice for large window openings. This solution is in demand in home cinemas, greenhouses, press centers, meeting rooms and other premises.
Design features of electric blinds
For automatic operation blinds are equipped with an electric drive, which is installed in the cornice. The motor power is selected in accordance with the size, design and other characteristics of the blinds. The electric motor is controlled using an electronic unit. The design can be equipped with a light sensor that sends a signal to automatic movement slats in accordance with the brightness of sunlight.
The electric drive is installed on almost all types of window blinds:
Expensive automation models have programming capabilities. This makes it possible to configure the opening and closing of the blinds in a fully automatic mode, depending on the season and personal preferences. It also allows you to create the effect of presence if there is no one in the house.
The control panel can interact with the electric drive:
- wired;
- via radio signal;
- via a 220 V network (“intelligent control”).
Automatic blinds price
The cost of electric blinds depends on the size and type of structure, selected materials, and type of automation. Get free consultation Based on the specifics of your choice, you can calculate the cost of products by phone or by calling a measuring engineer to the site.
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Features of custom-made curtains and blinds at Rolatex
Custom-made blinds for windows is a simple option for purchasing compact and easy-to-use dimming systems. The manufacturer installs a special mechanism that makes it possible to control the flow of light in the room. Our range includes very dense fabrics, thanks to which you can completely darken the room.
The ability to make custom-made blinds helps you choose shading systems for both your home and office. If classic options blinds are not suitable for you, we suggest considering non-standard blinds. Automatic blinds have excellent sun protection properties, which makes it possible to provide optimal temperature indoors in summer.
If you want to order blinds for windows, please contact our company. This the best way darkening windows. Our blinds will last for many years, as we use the highest quality materials. The price of products in our company is quite low, which ensures their availability to a wide range of customers.
