RE: Re: Velux Window Openers - A Possible Solution

["Mike Griffiths" <mike@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I have integrated into the main controller by using 2 WLF 111 these
connect into the control loop and mimic the push button control.

I haven't fully programmed it yet - but that is just a case f too may
things to do :-(



By using these interface boxes you can only mimic the switches

The advantage of the IR route is you can control each window
individually





Mike



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From: big_red_frog [mailto:atod@xxxxxxx]
Sent: 09 November 2004 09:00
To: ukha_d@xxxxxxx
Subject: [ukha_d] Re: Velux Window Openers - A Possible Solution




Hi All,

I also have actuators for velux opening and the blinds on two windows.

Which allow me to effortlessly black out for my projector.

It is worth mentioning, that although the paperwork on how to install
them is a bit difficult to interpret as the seperate elements of
installation are distributed across multiple documentation. Once you
have done one, the next one is easy.

I was also supremely impressed by the engineering on the
installation, everything fit perfectly.

The only fiddly bit was for the cable to the blind motor, where it
goes across the hinge. Just need to make sure it has not sprung back
out before fitment of the covers.

I suspect now you can buy the windows with everything already fitted
in a close to internal configuration, but I have never personally
seen these.

I will attempt to video the opening of the pull bar later in the
week, to show how they allow the bar to detach on opening using the
same actuator that performs the main movement. It does require a
plastic piece that was part of the automation package.


As far as intergration goes, I presently have the IR codes triggered
from a redrat into the keypads, however, due to location issues, this
is not the best solution for me, unless I buy another redrat :-( I am
probably being cheap for the sake of it! I should just buy another
one )

Has anyone successfully intergrated into the main controller?


> -----Original Message-----
> From: Mike Griffiths [mailto:mike@a...]
> Sent: 08 November 2004 23:42
> To: ukha_d@xxxxxxx
> Subject: RE: [ukha_d] Velux Window Openers - A Possible Solution
>
>
> I've just automated 6 windows and 9 blinds
>
> Using the Velux interface
>
> The windows open by brute force and close by the same system
>
> I spent a long time looking for alternatives BUT in the end went
for the
> full Velux system
>
>
>
> All of you who have installed Velux will know that
>
> a)       its expensive
>
> b)      it takes a lot of reading the pictures to install
>
> c)       it works
>
> My 2d worth
>
> Mike
>
>
>