Many smart homeowners have made the switch to the Somfy RTS motor for their window coverings.
After all, it’s a great automated system!
Even, I count myself among them, and I can confidently say that I’m incredibly satisfied with its simple control system.
But let’s face it, sometimes programming problems can occur. And that’s when you might need to consider resetting it to its factory settings.
Don’t worry though, I’ve got you covered!
Having dealt with this situation myself, I’m here to guide you through some quick and easy steps.
In this post, you’ll learn how to reset Somfy RTS Motor step by step!
Things you’ll need for the reset procedure:
- RTS Remote
- RTS Motor
- And a pen
Step 1: Unplug the motor
First things first, you’ll need to make sure that your Somfy motor is plugged in.
If it’s already plugged in, unplug it for several seconds. Give it a count of 1…2…3 seconds – that’s all you need!
Now, go ahead and plug it back in – for 10 seconds.
Repeat this process of unplugging it for 3 seconds and plugging it back in for 10 seconds!
Believe me when I say that this brief pause can do wonders!
It’s like giving your motor a little breather. It’s just as easy as that!
Step 2: Wait for the Motor to respond
After you’ve followed step 1 and unplugged and plugged your Somfy RTS motor, there’s just one more thing to do!
And that is for motor blinds to respond. So give it a moment to respond!
Sometimes, it might not respond immediately, so be patient and don’t panic!
Once your motor has responded, move on to the next step!
Step 3: Grab your RTS remote control
Now it’s time for the simplest step to reset your Somfy RTS motor.
But before you reach for that RTS remote control, take a moment to ensure you have a pen by your side.
You’ll need to gently insert it into the reset pinhole of your RTS remote control. Once you’ve got the pen handy, find that tiny pinhole (prog button) on your remote – on the back of the remote!
Step 4: Press the reset button on the RTS remote
Grab your pen and press the reset (prog) button on the back of the remote.
Press and hold it down until the motor responds.
Step 5: Wait for no response
Press the buttons to check to see whether or the remote is responding.
If it doesn’t respond, it means the Somfy RTS Motor has been reset to its factory settings!
Why Should You Reset Somfy RTS Motor?
Though resetting your Somfy RTS motor isn’t always required, it’s a handy option if things go wrong.
There will be times when a couple of situations will call for the reset procedure.
For instance, if the motor starts acting up, you’ll need to reset it.
Apart from this, there are a couple of factors that call for the reset procedure.
Just remember that resetting a Somfy RTS motor is done to clear its programming. Plus, it brings your smart device back to its default or factory settings.
That said, here are a few reasons why you might need to reset a Somfy RTS motor.
Programming Errors: Sometimes, your Somfy RTS motor acts up because of incorrect programming or communication issues. When this happens, the motor might not respond like before. This is when you’ll need to reset the motor to help clear any programming errors and start fresh.
Re-Installation or moving to a new place: Like every other device, your Somfy motor needs to be reset, especially if you’re moving somewhere. So if you are moving to a new place, you must reinstall it. And for that reason, a reset would be necessary to make the device for a new installation.
Troubleshooting: Sometimes, like any other smart device, your motor may stop responding. In that case, resetting it can be a troubleshooting step to see if it resolves the issue.
Syncing with New Remote: If you’ve got a new RTS remote control and want to pair it with the motor, you might need to reset the motor first. Doing so would clear any previous programming and allow the new remote to take sync properly. For example, when you’ve lost the remote control, you might need a new one to pair it with the motor.
Lastly, Factory Defaults: Resetting the motor is also useful if you want to restore it to its original factory settings. You might want to do this, especially if you want to erase any custom programming or changes you’ve mistakenly made.
The Bottom Line
Hopefully, with these simple steps, you’ll be able to reset your Somfy RTS motor quickly.
Whether you encounter programming issues or other device issues, these instructions should come in handy. Remember, resetting your motor allows you to program it from scratch. Once done, be sure to reprogram the motor to enjoy the seamless automated control of your motorized blinds!