From 8b5fb2f59606096f21c18a421d0c581545381973 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: rstrouse <47839015+rstrouse@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Sat, 11 May 2024 08:25:07 -0700 Subject: [PATCH] Updated Configuring the Software (markdown) --- Configuring-the-Software.md | 12 ++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 12 insertions(+) diff --git a/Configuring-the-Software.md b/Configuring-the-Software.md index e18b6bf..06e8b7a 100644 --- a/Configuring-the-Software.md +++ b/Configuring-the-Software.md @@ -197,8 +197,17 @@ The `Up Time`, `Down Time`, and optional `Tilt Time` fields are the number of mi In another example, if it takes 9.5 seconds to go from full down to full up then that would be 9500 milliseconds. Keep in mind the up time and the down time can be different depending on the weight of the fabric and you can make adjustments these values at any time in the future. You will find this to be remarkably precise and always in sync if you set this up correctly. Burn a minute to time your shades and they will always be in sync. +### Step Size (80-bit only) If you have an 80-bit motor you can select the step size. This is a relative size used for the tilt wheel on your remote. After selecting the 80-bit setting an additional slider will appear on the screen. You will need to experiment with this as it is a ratio of the lift and tilt timing. This is used to keep the position in sync whenever the nudge wheel is engaged. +### Has Sun Sensor +The Has Sun Sensor checkbox will add the ability to enable and disable the sun sensor functionality for motors that support sun sensors. If you check this box an additional control will appear on the shade on the home screen. You can use this control to enable and disable the sun function for the motor. Clicking on the sun will enable or disable the sensor. + +![image](https://github.com/rstrouse/ESPSomfy-RTS/assets/47839015/9c2adcff-1323-4261-b30d-2db1c4a29e54) + + +Bear in mind in order for the sun detection functionality to work, you will need a sun sensor linked to the motor or some other external source to tell the motor when it is sunny. + ### Invert Commands The Invert Commands checkbox is for instances where when you press the up button on the remote and the blind or shade moves down or your awning extends or your drapery closes. This means that the motor is not configured properly and you ***should*** reverse its direction. Honestly, up is not down no matter what you do. Depending on your motor the way, to change it is different so prescriptive instructions in this wiki are not possible. But here is a link to get you started [Reverse Somfy Motor](https://lmddgtfy.net/?q=reverse%20somfy%20motor). @@ -214,6 +223,9 @@ By default ESPSomfy RTS sends one command frame followed by one repeat of the co If you find that sometimes the motor does not respond after it has not been used in a while, then increase the number of repeats. Don't just do this indiscriminately though as making ESPSomfy RTS repeat itself is not only rude but it cannot hear anything when it is talking. So add one repeat at a time until the issue goes away. If you get to four and still are having a problem then it is likely that there is interference between the motor and ESPSomfy RTS. +### Simulate Favorite Position +There are many motors out there that support the RTx protocols and some of them do not support storage of a favorite position. If your motor does not support storing a favorite position, checking this box will add that functionality. When the motor is at rest and you have stored a favorite position, you can press the my button and the motor will move to the position you set as a favorite. This should work from any linked remotes or external automation systems. For instructions on how to store or clear a favorite position see the home page for this repo. + ### Next Steps Once you are satisfied with your settings press the `Add Shade` button. This will change the screen to include more button functions. You can either perform these processes now or come back later to perform these functions once you have added all your shades.