curtains and mini blinds

Started by kenrad, March 20, 2011, 11:47:55 PM

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kenrad

has anyone done any mods that allow you to control curtains and mini blinds with x10? :P

Brandt


kenrad

I saw this mod posted, Im sorry I should have been more clear  :'  I am looking to control vertical mini blinds, the ability to raise and lower and also possible a way to control the opening and closing effects of these blinds  >!

dave w

Are you looking for motors, or ways of interfacing X10?

Are you good mechanically? I have seen power screwdrivers used to raise and lower blinds and power lock mechanisms for cars to open and close them, but there is a lot of mechanical hacking involved.

http://www.shadesshuttersblinds.com/remote-control-window-blinds.asp

I will see if I can find some of the DIY info.

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kenrad

I am looking for both motors to actuate them as well as a way to interface them with x10 >!

Knightrider

Hunter douglas used to make a motor for said blinds.  I never installed one, but am a dealer for such.  I'll look to see if it's still out there.  Until then, try a google with you blind brand.
Remote control is cool,
but automation rules!

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