Somfy Situo 5 RTS Programming

Somfy Situo 5 Remote Programming Guide

Introduction

This guide explains how to perform two essential programming tasks with the Somfy Situo 5 remote:

1. Cloning an existing remote to a new Situo 5 remote to control the same blinds in the same way.
2. Setting up Channel 5 on a Situo 5 remote to control all blinds simultaneously.

These instructions will ensure that your new remote has identical functionality to your existing one and that all blinds can be operated as a group.

Cloning an Existing Situo 5 Remote

Step 1: Put the Existing Remote into Programming Mode

1. Select the channel (1, 2, 3, or 4) on the existing remote that you want to clone.
2. Press and hold the “Prog” button on the back of the remote until the blind jogs (moves briefly up and down) or beeps. This indicates that the motor is in programming mode.

Step 2: Pair the New Remote

1. Take the new Situo 5 remote and select the same channel as the existing remote.
2. Press the “Prog” button briefly on the new remote. The blind should jog or beep, confirming that the new remote has been successfully paired.

Step 3: Repeat for Each Channel

1. Repeat the above steps for each individual channel (1, 2, 3, 4), and finally for channel 5 if it already exists.
2. Make sure to always start with the existing remote to activate programming mode before adding the new remote.

Step 4: Test the New Remote

1. Test each channel on the new remote to ensure that it operates the blinds in the same way as the existing remote.

Setting Up Channel 5 to Control All Blinds Simultaneously

Step 1: Put One Blind into Programming Mode

1. Select Channel 1 on the remote (or the channel that controls the first blind).
2. Press and hold the “Prog” button on the back of the remote until the blind jogs or beeps, indicating programming mode.

Step 2: Add the Blind to Channel 5

1. Switch to Channel 5 on the same remote.
2. Briefly press the “Prog” button on Channel 5. The blind should jog or beep again to confirm pairing with Channel 5.

Step 3: Repeat for Each Blind

1. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for each remaining blind (using Channels 2, 3, and 4), always switching to Channel 5 during the second part.
2. Ensure that each blind jogs twice during the process (once when entering programming mode and once when added to Channel 5).

Step 4: Final Test

1. Test each individual channel (1 to 4) to ensure the blinds still work independently.
2. Switch to Channel 5 and test to verify that all blinds operate simultaneously.

Troubleshooting Tips

• If a blind does not respond when trying to group it on Channel 5, repeat the programming steps for that blind.
• If the new remote does not control the blinds after cloning, make sure the existing remote entered programming mode properly.
• Always make sure to complete each step in sequence to avoid programming errors.

By following these instructions, you will ensure that your new Situo 5 remote has the same functionality as your existing remote and that Channel 5 controls all blinds simultaneously.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I program a Somfy Situo 5 RTS remote to an existing blind? Select the correct channel on your existing remote, press and hold the Prog button until the blind jogs, then briefly press the Prog button on the new remote. The blind will jog again to confirm the new remote has been paired successfully.

How do I set up Channel 5 on Somfy Situo 5 to control all blinds at once? Put each blind into programming mode one at a time using its individual channel, then switch to Channel 5 and briefly press Prog to add that blind to the group. Repeat for every blind you want to include. Once complete, Channel 5 will operate all paired blinds simultaneously.

Why is my Somfy Situo 5 remote not pairing with my blind? The most common cause is that the existing remote did not enter programming mode properly. Make sure you press and hold the Prog button until you see the blind jog or hear a beep before attempting to pair the new remote.

Can I clone a Somfy Situo 5 remote to a second remote? Yes. You can clone all channels from an existing Situo 5 to a new one by repeating the programming process for each channel individually. Always start by putting the existing remote into programming mode before pressing Prog on the new remote.

What does it mean when my Somfy blind jogs during programming? A jog is a brief up and down movement that confirms the motor has received and accepted a programming command. You should see two jogs per blind when setting up Channel 5: one when entering programming mode and one when the blind is added to the group channel.

How many blinds can Channel 5 on the Somfy Situo 5 control? Channel 5 can control all four blinds assigned to Channels 1 through 4 on the same remote. Each blind must be individually added to Channel 5 using the programming steps described above.

The Scottish Shutter Company – January 2025

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