SECTION 12490

INTERIOR ROLLER SHADES

ATTENTION SPECIFIER – PLEASE REVIEW HIGHLIGHTED NOTES AND TAKE
APPROPRIATE ACTION IN EDITING THE SPECIFICATION TO MEET PROJECT
REQUIREMENTS
VERSION – JULY 7, 2003
PART 1 GENERAL
1 SUMMARY
A. SCOPE
(1) The following specifications detail the minimum performance and
related criteria for an electronic shade control system proposed for
this project. Any deviations from this specification must be submitted
in the format defined in section 2.1.
(2) Provide all electronic shading systems, controls, and materials as
specified in locations indicated on architectural plans including:
(a) AC Motorized Shade Drive
(b) Shade Fabric
(c) Mounting Conditions
(d) Control Options (Operator)
(e) Top Treatments and Extruded Aluminum or Steel Accessories
(3) Furnish and install all window shades, accessories, controls, and
attaching hardware.
B. PRODUCTS TO BE SUPPLIED BUT NOT INSTALLED UNDER THIS
SECTION
(1) Class 2 electrical control components such as control keypads and
sensors necessary to provide control characteristics as specified
elsewhere in this section.
(2) Line-voltage control components such as group controllers and
switches as necessary to provide control characteristics as specified
elsewhere in this section.
C. RELATED SECTIONS AND DOCUMENTS
(1) Section 06100-- Rough Carpentry; blocking for support of window
shade brackets or pocket assemblies.
(2) Section 09250-- Substrate for window shade systems and installation
of shade pockets, pocket closure, and/ or accessories supplied only
under this section.
 (3) Section 09510-- Acoustical Ceilings; installations of shade pockets,
pocket closure, and/or accessories supplied only under this section.
(4) Section 16000 - Electrical; installation of and connections to electrical
motor control system and lighting control system components
supplied only by this section as required to accomplish control
requirements specified elsewhere and as indicated in the drawings.
(5) Drawings and general provision of the Contract, including General
Conditions and Division 12 Specification Sections, apply to this
Section.
2 REFERENCES
A. MANUFACTURER
(1) Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
(2) Canadian Standards Association
(3) NOM Certification Mark
(4) American National Standards Institute
(5) Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers
B. FABRICS
(1) Flame-retardant fabrics must meet or exceed requirements of NFPA
test #701.
(2) Fire – Provide shade fabrics tested in accordance with:
(a) 1989 NFPA 701 small scale Vertical Burn Test and rated
"PASS."
(b) 1996 NFPA 701 small scale Vertical Burn (telephone booth
test) and rated "PASS."
C. Electrical: All line voltage components of the system shall be either UL
Listed or UL recognized. All low voltage components within the
system shall be powered by UL listed or UL recognized class 2
transformers or power supplies and wired as NEC® Class 2 circuits.
D. Electronic components within the system shall meet IEC801-2, tested
to withstand a 15kV electrostatic discharge without damage or loss of
memory.
E. RESPONSIBILITY FOR WINDOW-TREATMENT SYSTEM
1.) The responsibility for the design, engineering, installation, and
performance of motorized window shade systems, motors, controls,
low-voltage control electrical wiring specified in this Section shall be
assigned to a single manufacturer and their authorized
dealers/installers.
 2.) Unless specifically requested, the Architect will not need to produce
a set of electrical drawings for the installation or control wiring of the
motors or controllers for the window shades.
3.) The Base Building Contractor (Main Contractor) shall coordinate
installation of the following items with the Window Shade contractor
for all window treatment systems:
a.) Metal shade pockets or housings recessed into ceiling system
or assembly.
b.) Extruded aluminum ceiling pocket trim (closure) assemblies.
4.) The Base Building Contractor (Main Contractor), electrical
contractor, mechanical engineer, and electrical engineer shall
provide the following materials and services to the window shade
contractor for electrically powered window treatments:
a.) Power wiring in accordance with requirements provided by the
Window Shade Contractor.
b.) Power and panel boxes of sufficient size to accommodate
window shade manufacturer's requirements, as indicated on
the Electrical Drawings.
c.) Power (junction box) within 5’ (1516 mm) of each motor where
required and connect power to shade motor. (Window Shade
Contractor shall specify power needs to General Contractor).
d.) Low-voltage wiring as necessary for operation of shade control
system. All above-ceiling and concealed wiring shall be
installed in conduit. (Window Shade Contractor shall specify
power needs to General Contractor)
e.) All conduits as required for window shade electrical wiring;
coordinate requirements with window shade manufacturer
before inaccessible areas are constructed.
f.) Conduit in all areas that might not be accessible to the Window
Shade Contractor due to the building design or equipment
location.
g.) Any electrical wiring, connectors, relays, or electrical devices
required to complete installation of system that are not
specified in this section.
1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
A. AC Motor Shade system shall provide control of motorized window
treatments with limit setting from the motors, grouping and subgrouping of
shade with group control boxes, and trim hardware as specified for the
project.
1 SUBMITTALS
A. PRODUCT DATA
 (1) Submit manufacturer’s descriptive literature for each product type
specified. Details shall include product brochures and technical
documents indicating materials, finishes, construction, and mounting
requirements. Also include installation, wiring, and operating
instructions.
B. SHOP DRAWINGS
(1) Indicate structural mounting requirements and installation methods
as well as relevant dimensions for each product type and mounting
condition. Typical wiring diagrams shall also be provided for each
product type showing seamless control of lighting and shading where
applicable.
(2) Provide shade schedule coordinating room number, opening size(s),
quantities and key to details.
(3) SPECIFIER – DUE TO RESPONSIBILITIES IDENTIFIED IN
SECTION 1.2-E (RESPONSIBILITY FOR WINDOW TREATMENT
SYSTEM), THIS INFORMATION IS NOT REQUIRED FOR
INSTALLATION. HOWEVER, INCLUDE THIS SECTION IF
NECESSARY FOR PROJECT (TYPICALLY REQUIRED FOR VERY
CUSTOM OR LARGE PROJECTS ONLY):
Provide the following project-specific information:
(a) System one-line wiring diagrams including connection details
and overall arrangement of all shades and control locations
supplied by this section for installation and connection by
division 16.
(b) Drawings indicating seam/ batten locations to aid Base
Building contractor to coordinate work.
(c) Head, jamb, and sill details to aid Base Building contractor to
coordinate work.
C. SAMPLES
(1) SPECIFIER – INCLUDE IF NECESSARY FOR PROJECT:
Selection Samples:
(a) 8” X 10” (200 mm x 252mm) shade fabric swatches for initial
fabric color selection from manufacturer’s full range of
available fabrics.
(b) Material samples for color and finish selection of controls.
(2) SPECIFIER – INCLUDE IF NECESSARY FOR PROJECT:
Verification samples:
 (a) One fully operational window shade sample of each type
required complete with selected shade fabric including
sample of seam / batten when applicable. Location of sample
to be indicated on drawing by the specifier. Disassemble
window shade sample to assure compliance with PART 2 of
specification.
(b) One complete set of all shade components demonstrating
compliance with PART 2 of specification.
D. TEST REPORTS, CERTIFICATES, AND DEMONSTRATION
(1) Current reports demonstrating compliance with references listed in
Section 1.2 (References) are available upon request to verify
specification requirements.
(2) Manufacturer shall make available to project design team and project
owner a tour of manufacturing operations to evaluate manufacturing
processes as identified in Source Quality Control Section of Part 2.
(3) For projects where onsite demonstration of verification samples and
custom designs is impractical due to building construction schedule
or shade fabric size, manufacturer shall make available requested
verification samples at the manufacturing facility.
E. MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS
(1) Installation, Programming, and Maintenance instructions to be
included in product packaging.
(2) Installation, Programming, and Maintenance Instructions must be
available on manufacturer’s website.
(3) 24-Hour / 7-Day Technical support shall be available to aid with
unforeseen installation difficulties.
2 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. QUALIFICATIONS
(1) Manufacturer shall have component quality program in place to
reduce defective levels to less than 100 PPM and provide
documentation on request.
(2) Manufacturer shall have 15 years minimum experience
manufacturing products comparable to those specified in this section.
(3) Manufacturer shall furnish all shading systems and electrical control
equipment for a complete installation and single source responsibility
of shading and lighting control where applicable.
(4) The manufacturer, subsidiary, or licensed agent shall be approved to
supply the products specified and to honor any claims against the
product presented in accordance with the warranty.
 (5) Installer shall be qualified to install the specified products by prior
experience, demonstrated performance, and acceptance of any
requirement of the manufacturer, subsidiary of the manufacturer, or
licensed agent.
(6) 24-Hour / 7-Day Technical support shall be available to troubleshoot
system wiring and aid in system programming.
B. SPECIFIER – INCLUDE IF NECESSARY FOR PROJECT:
FIELD SAMPLES
(1) Install large size sample of selected fabric for final verification of
color, weave, and density in window opening as directed by design
professional.
3 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. STORAGE AND PROTECTION
(1) Do not deliver items to the project until all concrete, masonry, plaster,
painting and other wet work has been completed and is dry.
(2) Deliver shades to project in protective packaging, uniquely labeled to
identify each shade for each opening. Schedule delivery to prevent
delays to completion of work, but to minimize on-site storage time.
(3) Store materials in a dry, secure place. Protect from weather, surface
contaminants, corrosion, construction traffic, and all other potential
damage.
B. PROJECT / SITE CONDITIONS
(1) Electronic components shall operate in an ambient temperature
range of 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F) and 90% non-condensing
relative humidity.
4 SCHEDULING
A. Do not fabricate shades without obtaining field dimensions for each
opening.
B. Coordinate construction of surrounding conditions to allow for timely
field dimension verification.
C. Manufacturer’s standard lead times apply. Reference submittal and
schedule accordingly for project timeline.
D. If required, manufacturer’s field services require 10 business-days
notice. The contractor shall provide the manufacturer with 10
business-days notice of the scheduled commissioning date.
 E. SPECIFIER – INCLUDE IF NECESSARY FOR PROJECT:
Pre-installation Meetings:
SPECIFICIER NOTE: FOR MOTORIZED SHADE INSTALLATIONS
OR COMPLICATED DETAILING SPECIFY ATTENDANCE AT PRE
INSTALLATION / COORDINATION MEETINGS EARLY IN PROJECT
SCHEDULE!!!
5 WARRANTY
A. Manufacturer to provide written limited warranty of not less than 8
years.
(1) The limited warranty shall cover 100% of the parts and
manufacturer’s labor costs required over the first two years.
(2) The limited warranty shall also entitle the end user to a credit against
the purchase price upon return of defective goods for 8 years.
(a) 100% for years 1 and 2
(b) 50% for years 3, 4, and 5
(c) 25% for years 6, 7, and 8
B. Warranty coverage shall begin on the date that the equipment is
energized.
C. In the event of a warranted product failure, the shade contractor will
facilitate acquisition and delivery of all necessary components and
services to the owner.
6 SYSTEM STARTUP
A. SPECIFIER ADD COMMENTS HERE IF DESIRED
7 OWNER’S INSTRUCTIONS
A. SPECIFIER ADD COMMENTS HERE IF DESIRED
8 COMMISSIONING
A. SPECIFIER ADD COMMENTS HERE IF DESIRED
9 MAINTENANCE
A. EXTRA MATERIALS
(1) The manufacturer shall make available to the end user a method of
ordering new equipment for expansions, replacement, or parts to be
used as spares twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.
(2) The manufacturer must make available new or remanufactured parts
for a minimum period of ten years from the final date of
commissioning.
B. MAINTENANCE SERVICE
 (1) The manufacturer shall offer to make available to the end user a
method of ordering factory service, new or remanufactured
replacement parts, and a service contract that extends the factory-
limited warranty from two years to five years.
(2) Manufacturer shall allow end user to purchase extended warranty
services on an annual basis for a minimum period of ten years from
the date of final commissioning.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
A. To establish the standard of quality, design, and function desired,
drawings and specifications are based on products by:

Lutron Shading Solutions by VIMCO

11520 Sun Shade Lane
Ashland, Virginia 23005
United States of America

Telephone 1: 1 (800) 446-1503

Telephone 2: 1 (804) 752-3300
Fax: 1 (804) 752-3366
24/7 Technical Support: 1 (800) 523-9466
Website: http://www.vimco.com
B. All proposed alternates (clearly delineated as such) must be submitted in
writing for approval by the Design Professional a minimum of 10 days
prior to bid date and must be made available to all bidders.
(1) Proposed alternatives must be accompanied by a review of the
specification noting compliance or noncompliance on a line-by-line
basis.
(a) If noncompliance requires additional work by other trades, this
must be clearly identified.
(b) Such additional work includes but is not limited to: equipment,
equipment installation, power wiring, low-voltage wiring, labor,
materials, programming, documentation and project
management fees.
C. Compliant alternate proposals are subject to acceptance by the Design
Professional.
D. Non-compliant alternate proposals shall not be considered as an equal to
the base bid.
(1) Non-compliant alternate proposals may be considered as Voluntary
Alternate Deducts to Base Bid only and are subject to acceptance by
the Design Professional.
 (2) If alternate deduct is accepted, specified manufacturer shall be
provided adequate time to provide a proposal equivalent to the
Voluntary Alternate Deduct.
E. See section 01630 for instructions regarding submittal requirements for
alternate or substitute products.
2.2 MATERIALS
A. ATTENTION SPECIFIER:
LIST PART NUMBERS OF PRODUCTS SPECIFIC TO THIS SPEC
1 AC MOTOR SHADE EQUIPMENT
A. SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
(1) Motor allows full open, full close, and infinite stop positions in
between.
(2) Shade roller will be supplied to site with motor and idler bearings
installed.
(3) The system will provide a maximum fabric gap of 1.5” per side (1.25”
per side is typical).
B. MOTOR DRIVE SYSTEM
(1) GENERAL
(a) Motor shall operate at 110-127 VAC, 50-60 Hz with a maximum
current draw of 1.6A. Rotation speed of motor shall be
determined by manufacturer, depending on shade size and
torque requirements.
(2) POWER SUPPLY
(a) Electrical connection to shade motor shall have a 6-foot pigtail
containing 4 electrical conductors (Hot, Hot, Neutral, and
Ground). Motors shall not be parallel wired (only 1 driver per
shade).
i. Quick disconnect plug is available upon request.
(3) BRACKETS AND MOUNTING
(a) Mounting brackets will accommodate a ceiling-, wall- or end-
mount and will be mounted to substrate with 1/4” diameter
minimum steel fasteners.
(b) Intermediate Brackets or Couplers (available for 2" and 2.5"
motorized shades only) allow one motor to lift up to three shade
panels dependent upon application and panel size.
(c) 5.5” Aluminum Tubes Only: Mounting brackets will support and
properly operate weight of 400 pounds.
 (d) 5.5” Aluminum Tubes Only: The idler end assembly will consist
of a steel axle that is supported by steel roller bearings for
smooth operation. The axle will be keyed to provide a mating
surface for the idler end bracket.
(4) SHADE TUBE
(a) Manufacturer shall identify appropriate shade tube based on
shade size, fabric type, and application requirements.
i. Window Shade Contractor shall coordinate with
Base Building Contractor regarding mounting, space
requirements, and shade pocket housing details
based on tube size required.
(b) For 5.5” Aluminum Tube:
a. Entire enclosure shall fit in a 9”x9” Enclosure.
b. Roller tube will have clamp bar that
mechanically holds the fabric. Fabric clamp bar
will fit within the diameter of the roller tube, so
that it does not cause bumps or wrinkles in the
fabric.
C. SYSTEM CONTROLS
(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – SELECT CONTROL FOR THE SYSTEM
FROM THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, AND 8) AND
DELETE THOSE THAT DO NOT APPLY TO THIS SYSTEM)
(1) AC MOTOR CONTROLLED THROUGH GRAFIK EYE LIGHTING
CONTROL SYSTEM
(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – KEEP PART “A” AND SELECT THE
APPROPRIATE CONTROLS FROM PART “B”)
(a) DIGITAL GROUP CONTROLLER (Lutron P/N GRX-4M-GC)
i. GENERAL
a. The Group Controller shall provide open,
close, and stop operation of up to four AC
motorized window treatments.
b. The Group controller shall be UL Listed.
c. The Group Controller shall be directly
controlled from the Lighting Control System
communication link with no external
interfaces. The Group Controller shall
provide means to wire directly to the Lighting
Control System communication link.
 d. The operation of the Group Controller shall
be incorporated into the scenes of the
Lighting Control System or operated
independently. The independent control of
each shade zone shall be available at the
keypad, at the GRAFIK Eye control unit, or
at the group controller.
e. The position of each zone of the Group
Controller shall be capable of being set to
open, close, or unaffected in each scene,
including the “OFF” scene.
f. The Group Controller shall be configurable
from an IBM-compatible PC as to which
zone on the GRAFIK Eye control unit it is
controlled from.
g. The Group Controller shall be capable of
receiving either momentary or maintained
dry contact closure inputs. This function
shall be configurable by a switch.
h. The Group Controller shall be capable of
individual channel control and/or master
control from the contact closure inputs.
i. Stopping the motor shall be accomplished
either by providing a dry contact closure to
the “Stop” terminal or by applying contact
closures to the “Open” and “Close” terminals
simultaneously.
j. The Group Controller shall provide means
for reversing motor direction for a given input
in the event of a miswire without removing
power from the unit. The motor direction
shall be configurable by a switch.
k. The Group Controller shall provide LED
indication as to the last state of the window
treatment.
i. MECHANICAL
a. The Group Controller shall be housed in a
metal enclosure capable of being surface-
mounted in any orientation.
b. The enclosure shall have separate, isolated
wiring compartments for line-voltage wiring
and Class 2 wiring.
 c. The Group Controller shall provide individual
terminals for each wiring connection of the
mains inputs, neutrals, and the motors.
d. The Group Controller shall provide a
grounding bar to land each ground of mains
input and each motor.
e. The Group Controller shall provide keyed
mounting features so that mounting screws
do not need to be removed.
i. ELECTRICAL
a. The Group Controller shall operate between
110 and 127 VAC or between 220 and 240
VAC, 50 Hz or 60 Hz for international
applications. Voltages are referenced to
Neutral.
b. Each channel on the Group Controller shall
be rated for 5 amperes, ¼ hp motor load at
120 VAC with a lifetime greater than or equal
to 10,000 cycles.
c. Each channel on the Group Controller shall
be rated for 5 amperes, 1/2 hp motor load at
240 VAC with a lifetime greater than or equal
to 10,000 cycles.
d. The Group Controller shall be capable of
providing power for up to three accessory
controls or GRX-4000 preset control units.
e. The Group Controller shall contain non-
volatile memory that prevents system
programming to be lost in the event of power
failure.
f. The Group Controller shall meet IEC
801-2, tested to withstand 15kV
electrostatic discharge without damage
or loss of memory.
g. The Group Controller shall meet ANSI/IEEE
Std. C62.41-1980, tested to withstand
voltage surges of up to 6000V and current
surges of up to 200A without damage or loss
of memory.
ii. MANUAL OVERRIDE
a. The Group Controller shall provide local
override buttons that activate the window
treatments for wiring verification.
 b. Each channel on the Group Controller shall
occupy no more than one zone on the preset
control unit. A single zone on the preset
control unit shall be capable of controlling
any or all AC window treatment zones in the
system.
c. The Group Controller shall also be capable
of being controlled via dry contact closure
inputs simultaneously with the Lighting
Control System.
(a) SEETOUCH STYLE CONTROLS
i. General:
a. Control shall be capable of controlling Lutron
Sivoia QED shades or Motorized AC shades.
b. Control shall be capable of simultaneously
controlling one or more shades, up to the
maximum number of shades in the system
without affecting the lights.
c. Keypads shall be engraved with standard
descriptions unless otherwise specified in
advance of project bid.
i. Custom engraving, if specified for project,
shall be furnished to the manufacturer prior
to fabrication. Size and style of engraving
type shall be determined by the Design
Professional.
ii. Any engraved artwork specified for
controls, such as borders and logos, shall
be applied in a method designed to resist
removal by scratching, cleaning, etc.
ii. Controls Shall Be of Type:
(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – INCLUDE
FOLLOWING OPTIONS DEPENDING UPON
PROJECT CONTROL REQUIREMENTS)
a. Two-Button Shade Control Wallstation (Lutron
P/N SG-2W or SO-2W)
i. Wallstation will provide buttons for selecting
the following for one group of shades: full-
open and full-close.
b. Three-Button Shade Control Wallstation (Lutron
P/N SG-3W or SO-3W)
 i. Wallstation will provide buttons for selecting
the following for one group of shades: full-
open, full-close, and stop.
c. Three-Button with Raise/Lower Shade Control
Wallstation (Lutron P/N SG-3WRL or SO-3WRL)
i. Wallstation will provide buttons for selecting
the following for one group of shades: full-
open, full-close, stop, and raise/lower.
d. Dual Three-Button Shade Control Wallstation
(Lutron P/N SG-3WD or SO-3WD)
i. Wallstation will provide control for two
separate groups of shades.
ii. Wallstation shall take one system address
and wire as one keypad.
iii. Wallstation will provide buttons for selecting
the following for each of the shade groups:
full-open, full-close, and stop.
(1) OPERATION THROUGH HOMEWORKS LIGHTING CONTROL
SYSTEM
(a) Controls shall be of type Lutron seeTouch-Style Shade Control
Keypads
(b) Wallplate shall attach using no visible means of attachment.
(c) Keypads shall be engraved with standard descriptions unless
otherwise specified in advance of project bid.
i. Custom engraving, if specified for project, shall be
furnished to the manufacturer prior to fabrication.
Size and style of engraving type shall be determined
by the Design Professional.
ii. Any engraved artwork specified for controls, such as
borders and logos, shall be applied in a method
designed to resist removal by scratching, cleaning,
etc.
(d) Manufacturer shall ensure the following items regarding
product color:
i. Product color matches NEMA standard WD1,
Section 2, and the maximum color deviation from
this standard shall not exceed D E=1, CIE L*a*b
color space units. For non-NEMA colors, color
match coordination shall be provided on request.
ii. Color variation of any control in the same product
family shall not exceed D E=1, CIE L*a*b color units.
 iii. Visible parts shall exhibit ultraviolet color stability
when tested with multiple actinic light sources as
defined in ASTM D4674-89. Manufacturer to submit
proof of testing upon request.
(e) Keypad(s) shall mount in standard U.S. backboxes in either
single-gang or multi-gang installations. Keypads shall be
available in “Insert” and “No Insert” models. Manufacturer to
supply appropriate wallplate based on ganging options and
insert options specified.
(f) Keypad(s) shall provide an immediate local LED response
upon button activation to indicate that a system command has
been sent from keypad. LED will remain lit contingent upon
receiving system confirmation of the successful completion of
the command.
(g) Keypad(s) functions shall be configured through the lighting
control system.
(h) Keypad(s) shall have removable button assemblies that can be
replaced in the field to change colors, button configurations,
and engraving.
(i) Keypad(s) shall have a backlighting option.
(j) Lighting Control System to Shade Interface shall also have the
following capabilities:
i. Control shall be capable of simultaneously
controlling one or more electronic shades, up to the
maximum number of shades in the system, without
affecting the lighting control system.
ii. Control will provide a button for selecting Fully
Open, a button for selecting Fully Closed, and a
button for selecting stop. Pressing any button while
the shades are moving will stop the movement of
the shades.
(2) OPERATION THROUGH RADIO TOUCH LIGHTING CONTROL
SYSTEM
(a) Controls shall be of type RadioTouch-Style Tabletop
Transmitters
(b) Control shall be able to transmit shade control commands to
Electronic Drive Unit when located up to 35 feet from a
RadioTouch system repeater via radio frequency signal.
(c) Control shall be labeled with appropriate descriptions via labels
supplied with product.
(d) Control(s) functions shall be configured through the lighting
control system.
 (e) Lighting Control System to Shade interface shall also have the
following capabilities:
i. Control shall be capable of simultaneously
controlling one or more shades, up to the maximum
number of shades in the system without affecting
the lighting control system.
ii. Transmitter will provide buttons for selecting the
following for one group of shades: Fully Open, Fully
Closed, Stop.
(3) OPERATION THROUGH RADIORA LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEM
(a) Controls shall be of type RadioRA-Style Shade Controls
(b) Control shall be able to transmit shade control commands to
group controller when located up to 35 feet from a RadioRA
system repeater via radio frequency signal.
(c) Controls shall be labeled with appropriate zone and/or scene
descriptions via labels supplied with product.
(d) Control(s) shall provide an immediate local LED response upon
button activation to indicate that a system command has been
sent from Control. LED will remain lit contingent upon receiving
system confirmation of the successful completion of the
command.
(e) Control(s) functions shall be configured through the lighting
control system.
(f) Lighting Control System to Shade interface shall also have the
following capabilities:
i. Control shall be capable of simultaneously
controlling one or more electronic shade, up to the
maximum number of shades in the system without
affecting the lighting control system.
ii. Wallstation will provide buttons for selecting the
following for one group of shades: Fully Open, Fully
Closed, and Stop.
(4) ANALOG GROUP CONTROLLER WITH LOW-VOLTAGE KEYPADS
(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – KEEP SECTION “A” AND SELECT
APPROPRIATE CONTROLS FOR THE SYSTEM FROM THE
REMAINING OPTIONS (B,C,D,E,F, AND G) AND DELETE THOSE
THAT DO NOT APPLY TO THIS SYSTEM)
(a) GROUP CONTROLLER (Lutron P/N WC-4M-GC or WC-2M-
GC)
i. GENERAL
 a. The Group Controller shall provide open, close,
and stop operation of either two OR four 120V-
60Hz AC motorized window treatments.
b. The Group Controller shall be capable of being
controlled via dry contact closure inputs.
c. The Group Controller shall be capable of
receiving either momentary or maintained dry
contact closure inputs. This function shall be
configurable by a switch.
d. The Group Controller shall be capable of
individual zone control OR subgroup control
AND/OR master control from the contact closure
inputs.
e. Stopping the motor shall be accomplished either
by providing a dry contact closure to the “Stop”
terminal or by applying contact closures to the
“Open” and “Close” terminals simultaneously.
f. The Group Controller shall provide means for
reversing motor direction for a given input in the
event of a miswire without removing power from
the unit. The motor direction shall be
configurable by a switch.
g. The Group Controller shall provide local override
buttons that activate the window treatments for
wiring verification.
h. The Group Controller shall provide LED
indication as to the last state of the window
treatment.
ii. MECHANICAL
a. The Group Controller shall be housed in a metal
enclosure capable of being surface-mounted in
any orientation.
b. The enclosure shall have separate, isolated
wiring compartments for line-voltage wiring and
Class 2 wiring.
c. The Group Controller shall provide individual
terminals for each neutral for mains input and
each motor.
d. The Group Controller shall provide a grounding
bar to land each ground of mains input and each
motor.
 e. The Group Controller shall provide keyed
mounting features so that mounting screws do
not need to be removed.
iii. ELECTRICAL
a. The Group Controller shall operate between 110
and 127 VAC or between 220 and 240 VAC, 50
Hz or 60 Hz. Voltages are referenced to
Neutral.
b. Each channel on the Group Controller shall be
rated for 5 amperes, ¼ hp motor load at 120
VAC, 60Hz with a lifetime greater than or equal
to 10,000 cycles.
c. The Group Controller shall contain non-volatile
memory that prevents system programming to
be lost in the event of power failure.
d. The Group Controller shall meet IEC 801-2,
tested to withstand 15kV electrostatic discharge
without damage or loss of memory.
e. The Group Controller shall meet ANSI/IEEE Std.
C62.41-1980, tested to withstand voltage surges
of up to 6000V and current surges of up to 200A
without damage or loss of memory.
(b) SEETOUCH ANALOG CONTROLS
i. Switches are rated at 200 ma at 30 VDC.
ii. Switches are momentary, normally open.
iii. Controls shall be configurable through DIP-switch
settings to work specifically with Somfy IGC motor
controllers or equivalent through dioded output.
iv. Wallplate shall attach using no visible means of
attachment.
v. Keypads shall be engraved with standard
descriptions unless otherwise specified in advance
of project bid.
a. Custom engraving, if specified for project, shall
be furnished to the manufacturer prior to
fabrication. Size and style of engraving type
shall be determined by the Design Professional.
b. Any engraved artwork specified for controls,
such as borders and logos, shall be applied in a
method designed to resist removal by
scratching, cleaning, etc.
 vi. Manufacturer shall ensure the following items
regarding product color:
a. Product color matches NEMA standard WD1,
Section 2, and the maximum color deviation
from this standard shall not exceed D E=1, CIE
L*a*b color space units. For non-NEMA colors,
color match coordination shall be provided on
request.
b. Color variation of any control in the same
product family shall not exceed D E=1, CIE
L*a*b color units.
c. Visible parts shall exhibit ultraviolet color stability
when tested with multiple actinic light sources as
defined in ASTM D4674-89. Manufacturer to
submit proof of testing upon request.
vii. Control(s) shall mount in standard U.S. backboxes
in either single-gang or multi-gang installations.
Controls shall be available in “Insert” and “No Insert”
models. Manufacturer to supply appropriate
wallplate based on ganging options and insert
options specified.
viii. Control(s) shall have removable button assemblies
that can be replaced in the field to change colors,
button configurations, and engraving.
ix. Control(s) shall have a backlighting option.
(c) WCK ANALOG CONTROLS
i. Switches are rated at 200 ma at 30 VDC.
ii. Switches are momentary, normally open.
iii. Controls shall be available to operate with Somfy
IGC motor controllers or equivalent through dioded
output.
iv. Wallplate shall attach using no visible means of
attachment.
v. Keypads shall be engraved with standard
descriptions unless otherwise specified in advance
of project bid.
a. Custom engraving, if specified for project, shall
be furnished to the manufacturer prior to
fabrication. Size and style of engraving type
shall be determined by the Design Professional.
 b. Any engraved artwork specified for controls,
such as borders and logos, shall be applied in a
method designed to resist removal by
scratching, cleaning, etc.
vi. Manufacturer shall ensure the following items
regarding product color:
a. Product color matches NEMA standard WD1,
Section 2, and the maximum color deviation
from this standard shall not exceed D E=1, CIE
L*a*b color space units. For non-NEMA colors,
color match coordination shall be provided on
request.
b. Color variation of any control in the same
product family shall not exceed D E=1, CIE
L*a*b color units.
c. Visible parts shall exhibit ultraviolet color stability
when tested with multiple actinic light sources as
defined in ASTM D4674-89. Manufacturer to
submit proof of testing upon request.
vii. Control(s) shall mount in standard U.S. backboxes
in either single-gang or multi-gang installations.
Wallstations shall be available in “Insert” and “No
Insert” models. Manufacturer to supply appropriate
wallplate based on ganging options and insert
options specified.
(d) ARCHITRAVE ANALOG CONTROLS
i. Switches are rated at 200 ma at 30 VDC.
ii. Switches are momentary, normally open.
iii. Controls shall be available to operate with Somfy
IGC motor controllers or equivalent through dioded
output.
iv. Wallplate shall attach using no visible means of
attachment.
v. Keypads shall be engraved with standard
descriptions unless otherwise specified in advance
of project bid.
a. Custom engraving, if specified for project, shall
be furnished to the manufacturer prior to
fabrication. Size and style of engraving type
shall be determined by the Design Professional.
 b. Any engraved artwork specified for controls,
such as borders and logos, shall be applied in a
method designed to resist removal by
scratching, cleaning, etc.
vi. Manufacturer shall ensure the following items
regarding product color:
a. Product color matches NEMA standard WD1,
Section 2, and the maximum color deviation
from this standard shall not exceed D E=1, CIE
L*a*b color space units. For non-NEMA colors,
color match coordination shall be provided on
request.
b. Color variation of any control in the same
product family shall not exceed D E=1, CIE
L*a*b color units.
c. Visible parts shall exhibit ultraviolet color stability
when tested with multiple actinic light sources as
defined in ASTM D4674-89. Manufacturer to
submit proof of testing upon request.
(e) KP ANALOG CONTROLS
i. Switches are rated at 50 ma at 12 VDC.
ii. Switches are momentary and available in the
normally open or normally closed configuration.
iii. Wallplate shall attach using no visible means of
attachment.
iv. Keypads shall be engraved with standard
descriptions unless otherwise specified in advance
of project bid.
a. Custom engraving, if specified for project, shall
be furnished to the manufacturer prior to
fabrication. Size and style of engraving type
shall be determined by the Design Professional.
b. Any engraved artwork specified for controls,
such as borders and logos, shall be applied in a
method designed to resist removal by
scratching, cleaning, etc.
v. Manufacturer shall ensure the following items
regarding product color:
 a. Product color matches NEMA standard WD1,
Section 2, and the maximum color deviation
from this standard shall not exceed D E=1, CIE
L*a*b color space units. For non-NEMA colors,
color match coordination shall be provided on
request.
b. Color variation of any control in the same
product family shall not exceed D E=1, CIE
L*a*b color units.
c. Visible parts shall exhibit ultraviolet color stability
when tested with multiple actinic light sources as
defined in ASTM D4674-89. Manufacturer to
submit proof of testing upon request.
vi. Control(s) shall mount individually in standard
single-gang U.S. wallboxes.
(f) LB ANALOG CONTROLS
i. Switches are rated at 50 ma at 12 VDC.
ii. Switches are momentary and available in the
normally open or normally closed configuration.
iii. Wallplate shall attach using no visible means of
attachment.
iv. Keypads shall be engraved with standard
descriptions unless otherwise specified in advance
of project bid.
a. Custom engraving, if specified for project, shall
be furnished to the manufacturer prior to
fabrication. Size and style of engraving type
shall be determined by the Design Professional.
b. Any engraved artwork specified for controls,
such as borders and logos, shall be applied in a
method designed to resist removal by
scratching, cleaning, etc.
v. Manufacturer shall ensure the following items
regarding product color:
a. Product color matches NEMA standard WD1,
Section 2, and the maximum color deviation
from this standard shall not exceed D E=1, CIE
L*a*b color space units. For non-NEMA colors,
color match coordination shall be provided on
request.
 b. Color variation of any control in the same
product family shall not exceed D E=1, CIE
L*a*b color units.
c. Visible parts shall exhibit ultraviolet color stability
when tested with multiple actinic light sources as
defined in ASTM D4674-89. Manufacturer to
submit proof of testing upon request.
vi. Control(s) shall mount individually in standard
single-gang U.S. wallboxes.
(g) AUTOMATED DAYLIGHT SENSORS
i. Control shall automatically move shade to open or
closed position depending upon a threshold level of
sunlight entering into sensor.
ii. Sensor shall have a switch to reverse operation for
winter or summer settings.
(h) BUILDING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CONTROL
i. Shade controller will be capable of interfacing with
building management system via low-voltage
contacts.
(5) LINE-VOLTAGE SWITCH
(a) PERFORMANCE
i. Line-voltage switch controls one or two AC motors
(Single-pole or Double-pole option).
ii. For momentary switches (Lutron Model Numbers
SPMO and DPMO), the shade will raise while the
switch is depressed in the up position and lower
when the switch is depressed in the down position.
When the switch is released, it will return to center
and stop movement of the shade.
iii. For maintained switches (Lutron Model Numbers
SPMA or DPMA), the shade will raise to full open
when the switch is moved to the up position and
lower to the closed limit when the switch is moved to
the down position. If the switch is moved to the
center position, the shade movement will stop.
(b) AESTHETIC
i. Controls shall fit a 1-inch wide, 1.5-inch tall wallplate
opening with a vertical linear-slide. Controls shall be
thin profile with no exposed heatsink/yoke.
ii. Controls shall be available in over 40 metal, matte,
and gloss finishes including satin color options.
 iii. Slider shall be captured behind wallplate.
iv. Controls shall be able to have their visible plastic
parts replaced, for color changes in the field, without
removing the body of the control from the wall and
without requiring special tools.
v. To ensure a precise color match between all plastic
parts, color variation of any control and wallplate
shall not exceed a delta E of 1, CIE L*a*b* color
units, as defined in ASTM E 308-99.
vi. Visible parts of control and wallplate shall exhibit
ultraviolet stability when tested with multiple actinic
light sources as defined in ASTM D4674-89.
vii. Wallplates shall be manufactured from durable
polycarbonate plastic with appropriate finish, and
shall attach to the basic components without using
exposed hardware or screws.
viii. Control, accessory, and wallplate profiles shall not
exceed .30 inches from wall surface to wallplate
front surface.
(c) ACCESSORIES
i. Manufacturer must offer matching accessories
including: Electrical Switches, Electrical
Receptacles, Phone Jacks, Cable Jacks, Network
Receptacles, and multigang wallplates.
(6) KEY SWITCH (Lutron P/N 6120199)
(a) Shall only operate only when key is maintained in the switch.
(b) The shade will raise while the key is turned to the up position
and lower when the key is turned to the down position. When
the key is released, it will return to center and stop movement
of the shade.
(c) Shall operate up to two shades in a SPDT output.
A. FABRICS
(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – SELECT APPROPRIATE FABRIC OPTIONS
SPECIFIC TO PROJECT NEEDS INCLUDING PRINTING, CUSTOM
FABRIC, AND FABRIC MATERIAL OPTIONS)
(1) GENERAL
(a) Where applicable, shade fabric will be ultrasonically cut and
friction sealed to minimize fraying.
(b) Woven yarn fabrics will be interlocking and heat-treated so that
all material is securely bonded.
 (c) All material options to be offered in a variety of colors.
(2) CUSTOM PRINTING
(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – INCLUDE THIS SECTION ONLY IF
YOU ARE REQESTING PRINTING OPTIONS FOR YOUR
FABRICS)
(a) Printed fabrics shall be digitally formatted from a variety of
artwork or via customer-provided artwork in a digital form (tiff
format required)
(b) Customer-provided designs, images, and artwork (including
corporate logos) shall be printed on white light-filtering
fiberglass basketweave, translucent 1%, or premier blackout
fabrics.
i. Customer is obligated to obtain duplication rights to
designs required for printing
(3) SPECIALTY DESIGNS AND PATTERNS
(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – INCLUDE THE APPROPRIATE
OPTIONS FROM BELOW IF YOU ARE REQUESTING SPECIALITY
PRINTING. OTHERWISE, DELETE THIS SECTION)
(a) Shade fabric shall be printed with Frank Lloyd Wright prints on
white light-filtering fiberglass basketweave, translucent 1%, or
premier blackout fabrics.
(b) Shade fabric shall be printed with Ancient Celtic designs on
white light-filtering fiberglass basketweave, translucent 1%, or
premier blackout fabrics.
(c) Shade fabric shall be printed with Toile designs on white light-
filtering fiberglass basketweave, translucent 1%, or premier
blackout fabrics.
(d) Shade fabric shall be printed with Abstract Expressionism
designs on white light-filtering fiberglass basketweave,
translucent 1%, or premier blackout fabrics.
(4) MATERIAL
(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – SELECT THE APPROPRIATE
MATERIAL FOR YOUR APPLICATION AND DELETE THE
REMAINDER OF THE TEXT)
(a) LIGHT-FILTERING FABRICS
i. Vinyl Coated Basketweave Polyester Fabric 1
a. Openness Factor – 1% (UV Blockage of 99%)
b. Fabric Composition – 24% polyester, 76% PVC
on polyester
ii. Vinyl Coated Basketweave Polyester Fabric 2
 a. Openness Factor Options – 3% (UV Blockage of
97%), 5% (UV Blockage of 95%), and 10% (UV
Blockage of 90%)
b. Fabric Composition – 25% polyester, 75% PVC
on polyester
iii. Diamond-Blended Weave Fabric
a. Openness Factor – 8% (UV Blockage of 92%)
b. Fabric Composition – 85% vinyl coated
fiberglass, 15% polyester
iv. Waffle-Blended Weave Fabric
a. Openness Factor – 18% (UV Blockage of 82%)
b. Fabric Composition – 85% vinyl coated
fiberglass, 15% polyester
v. Fiberglass Basketweave Fabric 1 X 2 Weave
a. Openness Factor Options – 3% (UV Blockage of
97%) and 5% (UV Blockage of 95%)
b. Fabric composition – 36% fiberglass, 64% PVC
vi. Fiberglass Basketweave Fabric 2 X 2 Weave
a. Openness Factor Options – 3% (UV Blockage of
97%), 5% (UV Blockage of 95%), and 10% (UV
Blockage of 90%)
b. Fabric Composition – 35% fiberglass, 65% PVC
vii. Dual-Side Fiberglass Basketweave Fabric
a. Openness Factor Options – 3% (UV Blockage of
97%), 5% (UV Blockage of 95%), and 10% (UV
Blockage of 90%)
b. Fabric composition – 36% fiberglass, 64% PVC
c. Fabric shall be manufactured with a reflective
exterior surface for thermal protection and a
material interior surface for aesthetic color
matching.
(b) TOTAL BLACKOUT FABRICS
i. Premiere Blackout Fabric
a. Openness Factor – 0% (UV Blockage of 100%)
b. Fabric Composition – 42% fiberglass, 58%
acrylic flocked backing
ii. Standard Blackout Fabric
 a. Openness Factor – 0% (UV Blockage of 100%)
b. Fabric Composition – Laminated fiberglass /
PVC 4-Ply
(c) TRANSLUCENT FABRICS
i. Translucent
a. Openness Factor – 1% (UV Blockage of 99%)
b. Fabric Composition – fiberglass composition and
a fireproof acrylic coating
ii. Translucent 1%
a. Openness Factor – 1% (UV Blockage of 99%)
b. Fabric Composition – 72% fiberglass, 28%
acrylic flocked backing
(d) ROOM DARKENING FABRICS
i. PVC-Free Room Darkening
a. Openness Factor – less than 1% (UV Blockage
of approximately 99%)
b. Fabric Composition – 100% glass yarn PVC-free
& halogen-free coating
ii. Standard Room Darkening
a. Openness Factor – less than 1% (UV Blockage
of approximately 99%)
b. Fabric Composition – 100% Cotton, Coated with
Fire Retardants
B. TRIM
1.) GENERAL
a.) Upon complete installation, there shall be no fasteners visible
along the trim.
2.) TOP TREATMENTS
(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – SELECT THE APPROPRIATE OPTION
FOR YOUR APPLICATION (A, B, C, OR D) AND DELETE THE
REMAINDER OF THE TEXT)
a.) Top/Back Cover only
i. Top/Back Cover dimensions shall be 4”x4” and
made of .075" extruded aluminum with baked
enamel finish, that conceals mounting brackets, top
side, and backsides of the roller shade. Top/Back
Cover has a channel, which allows the fascia
interlock.
 (a) Fascia Panel Only
i. Fascia Panel dimensions shall be 4”x4” and made of
.075" extruded aluminum with a baked enamel
finish. Fascia interlocks with top/back cover where
applicable.
(b) Top/Back Cover and Fascia Panel
i. Top/Back Cover dimensions shall be 4”x4” and
made of .075" extruded aluminum with baked
enamel finish, that conceals mounting brackets, top,
back, and sides of the roller shade.
a. Top/Back cover has a channel, which allows the
fascia interlock.
ii. Fascia Panel dimensions shall be 4”x4” and made of
.075" extruded aluminum with a baked enamel
finish.
a. Fascia Panel interlocks with top/back cover
where applicable.
(c) Standard Shade Pocket only
i. Standard Shade Pocket dimensions shall be
5"x4.75" and made of .100” extruded aluminum U-
shaped enclosure with a 3" wide .061” aluminum
access flap.
(1) SIDE TREATMENTS
(a) Side Channels shall be one piece, each 2.5" deep by 1.0” wide,
and .060” extruded aluminum with “T” slots to receive wool-pile
light seal on both leading edges.
(2) BOTTOM TREATMENTS
(a) Hem Bar
(ATTENTION SPECIFIER – SELECT THE APPROPRIATE
OPTION FOR YOUR APPLICATION (I or II) AND DELETE THE
OTHER OPTION)
i. Standard Hem Bar shall be a 1" wide by .1875" thick
extruded aluminum bar enclosed in a thermally-
sealed pocket across the bottom of the shading
fabric.
ii. Exposed Hem Bar shall be a 1.375" high by .375"
wide aluminum extrusion containing a spline groove
at the top to receive and secure the fabric and a "T"
slot at the bottom for wool-pile light seal if desired.
Black end caps will be furnished.
 (b) Where applicable, shade material will be ultrasonically-welded
for reinforced strength around sealed hem bar.
(c) Sill Angle shall be 1" by 1.5", .062" extruded aluminum angle.
Angle shall be installed to aid light seal along window sill if
needed.
2.4 FABRICATION
A. Critical shade measurements shall be accurate to within ±1/16” of
specified measurements.
1 FINISHES
A. METAL FINISHES
(1) Colors and Finishes: Except for shade pockets, all aluminum
extrusions shall be available in standard colors of dark bronze, clear
anodized, black, or white baked enamel. Custom colors shall also
be available upon request.
(2) Aluminum extrusions are of 6063T5 alloy available in dark bronze,
clear anodized, black, or white enameled Polycron III or equivalent
Duracron finish (except 2.05G). Custom colors shall also be
available upon request.
2 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL
A. Shade Fabric panels shall be 100% visually inspected for defects using a
light box integrated into the manufacturing line.
B. 100% visual inspections shall be performed on each shade seam and
hem bar welds and compared to strict aesthetic standards.
C. Shade seam weld strength process shall be tested on a daily basis to
ensure controlled consistency of weld quality.
D. Shade panels shall be 100% checked for square (±1/16”)
E. Shade panels shall be 100% visually inspected to ensure there are no
frayed edges or defects in the cut.
F. Finished products shall be 100% End of Line tested to ensure quality and
performance of finished product.
G. All lineals shall be 100% visually inspected and measure checked after
the cutting operation.
H. 100% outgoing audits shall be performed to ensure:
(1) All shade hardware kits contain correct content.
(2) Each shade is manufactured with correct components.
(3) The system is packaged properly.

PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Refuse delivery of any damaged packaging.
B. Ensure all parts match specified bill of materials and purchase order.
1 INSTALLATION
A. Install shades in windows level and plumb to provide smooth
operation.
B. Install in accordance with manufacturer’s product data and approved
shop drawings.
C. Field measurement and installation shall be performed by a Factory-
Trained technician.
2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. SITE TESTS / INSPECTION
(1) Examine substrate and conditions for installation. Do not commence
installation until conditions are satisfactory. Commencement of
installation indicates acceptance of site conditions by Contractor.
Notify the Design Professional upon inspection when the project
conditions are unacceptable for shade installation. "Beginning of
installation" means acceptance of substrate and project conditions.
B. MANUFACTURERS’ TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES
(1) Manufacturer shall maintain a 24-hour, 7 days a week technical
support center.
(2) Manufacturer’s website shall contain product data sheets, installation,
programming, and maintenance instructions.
3 ADJUSTING
A. Adjust fabric on tube using shims to prevent telescoping of fabric over
time.
4 CLEANING
A. Touch up damaged finishes and repair minor damage in order to
eliminate evidence of repair. Remove and replace work that cannot
be satisfactorily repaired.
B. Clean exposed surfaces, including metal and shade fabric, using non-
abrasive materials and methods recommended by the Shade Fabric
Manufacturer. Remove and replace work that cannot be satisfactorily
cleaned.
5 DEMONSTRATION
A. Demonstrate operation method and instruct Owner's personnel in the
proper operation and maintenance of the window shade systems.
6 SCHEDULES
A. SPECIFIER ADD COMMENTS HERE IF DESIRED

END OF SECTION