{"id":342,"date":"2023-03-24T20:12:10","date_gmt":"2023-03-24T20:12:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/?page_id=342"},"modified":"2025-10-31T18:41:45","modified_gmt":"2025-10-31T18:41:45","slug":"smart-blinds","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/smart-blinds\/","title":{"rendered":"Smart Blinds 101: How They Work, Controls, Hubs &#038; Automation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Tables of Contents<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#what-are-smart-blinds\">What Are Smart Blinds?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#how-to-control-smart-blinds\">How Do You Control Them?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#are-smart-blinds-the-same\">Are They All The Same?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#key-features-of-smart-blinds\">Key Features of Smart Blinds<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#smart-blinds-hubs\">The Hubs<\/a>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#bali-smart-blinds\">Bali Smart Hub<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#bali-smart-blinds-app-download\">Bali App Download Links<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#neo-smart-blinds\">Neo Smart Hub<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#neo-smart-blinds-app-download\">Neo Smart App Download Links<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#pulse-2-smart-blinds\">Pulse 2 Smart Hub<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#pulse-2-smart-blinds-app-download\">Pulse 2 Smart App Download Links<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#homemate-smart-blinds\">Homemate Smart Hub<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#homemate-smart-blinds-app-download\">Homemate Smart App Download Links<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#pro-smart-blinds\">Pro Smart Hub<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#pro-smart-blinds-app-download\">Pro Smart App Download Links<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#why-buy-smart-blinds\">Smart Blinds Conclusion<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a name=\"what-are-smart-blinds\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>What are Smart Blinds?<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/upgrade-1-1097-smarthome.html\">Smart blinds<\/a> are window coverings with a gearbox and a \u201cbrain.\u201d They connect to an app on your phone or a remote control through WiFi or Bluetooth. \u201cSmart\u201d means you can open or close blinds and shades on a schedule or via voice or app commands (\u201cAlexa, please plunge me in darkness.\u201d). In some cases, you can integrate the thermostat and sunlight, allowing a single command (\u201cI&#8217;m awake\u201d) to raise the blinds and turn up the heat. With a tap of the finger or a voice command, you can open or close the blinds no matter where you are!<br \/>\n<a name=\"how-to-control-smart-blinds\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>How Do You Control Them?<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-351 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/smart-blinds-how-they-wrk-300x300.png\" alt=\"How Smart Blinds work with Hub\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/smart-blinds-how-they-wrk-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/smart-blinds-how-they-wrk-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/smart-blinds-how-they-wrk-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/smart-blinds-how-they-wrk-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/smart-blinds-how-they-wrk-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/smart-blinds-how-they-wrk-2048x2048.png 2048w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/smart-blinds-how-they-wrk-624x624.png 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>In addition to using a remote control, you can use an app such as Apple HomeKit (Siri), Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant to schedule when your blinds open or close throughout the day. For example, if your East-facing windows get blinding sun in the morning, you can time it so they close in the mornings and open up in the afternoons. Easy automation allows you to use the app to create schedules adapted to your routine scheduling on time or relative to the sun. Block or let light into your house to create the perfect ambiance by setting a schedule for a specific time or day or at sunrise\/sunset with or without a time delay. For energy efficiency, automate your blinds to block the direct sunlight, and less air-conditioning will be necessary to freshen up your home. Set a schedule to open your blinds 30 minutes before the sunset and enjoy the view.<br \/>\n<a name=\"are-smart-blinds-the-same\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Are They All The Same?<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/upgrade-1-1097-smarthome.html\">Smart blinds<\/a> come in a variety of styles. You can get cloth roller blinds, blinds with wooden slats or heat trapping honeycomb-style blinds. As with regular blinds, you can purchase smart blinds in a diverse selection of colors, fabrics and finishes to match your decor.<br \/>\n<a name=\"key-features-of-smart-blinds\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Key Features of Smart Blinds<\/h3>\n<p>There are three major features to look for when purchasing smart blinds:<br \/>\n1. First, decide the type of light filtering you need. Do you need blinds that are just thick enough to block some light, or blackout shades that can turn a room completely dark?<\/p>\n<p>2. Second, for voice automation, go with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/upgrade-1-1097-smarthome.html\">a blind that works with your favorite assistant<\/a>, such as Apple HomeKit (Siri), Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.<\/p>\n<p>3. Finally, see if the shades can be hardwired into your electrical system, run on batteries, or are solar. Hardwired shades are handy because you never need to worry about the batteries dying.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, solar- or battery-powered shades will work during a power outage.<br \/>\nWhen ordering blinds for the first time, don\u2019t forget \u2013 you must order a remote control and a hub.<br \/>\n<a name=\"smart-blinds-hubs\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>The Hubs \u2013 Which One Is Right For You?<\/h3>\n<p>Maybe you\u2019ve heard of motorized blinds, but you\u2019re not yet convinced that they\u2019ll bring significant value to your home. If that\u2019s the case, it\u2019s time to start thinking beyond the idea that automated shades are only useful for covering your windows.<br \/>\nAside from adding tasteful aesthetic appeal to your living spaces, motorized window treatments offer fine-tuned lighting control, temperature control, privacy, energy savings, and an array of other benefits. Precise control of your shades is simple because you can set the blinds to the exact level you want using a smartphone app, handheld remote, or tablet.<br \/>\nLet us convince you that motorized blinds are the right choice for your home. Keep reading to learn more about what Blinds Chalet has to offer!<\/p>\n<h2>THE HUBS<\/h2>\n<p><a name=\"bali-smart-blinds\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Bali Smart Hub &amp; App<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-356 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bali-smart-home-hub-300x300.png\" alt=\"bali smart home hub\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bali-smart-home-hub-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bali-smart-home-hub-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bali-smart-home-hub-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bali-smart-home-hub-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bali-smart-home-hub-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bali-smart-home-hub-624x624.png 624w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/bali-smart-home-hub.png 1667w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/shades.aspx?refine=y&amp;upgrades=1097-39\">Bali smart window shades<\/a> work whether you have just one heavy shade you&#8217;d like to motorize\u2013or several you need to integrate into your smart home system\u2013Bali Motorized Shades offers a simple, seamless solution that\u2019s easy to control, power, and install.<\/p>\n<p>Connect Bali motorized shades with your gateway device or the Bali motorization app to control your shades on your phone or with your voice.<br \/>\n\u2022 Convenient mobile app for shade control with iOS or Android devices<br \/>\n\u2022 Controls any\u2014and all\u2014Bali Z-Wave Shades<br \/>\n\u2022 Intuitive and user-friendly<br \/>\n\u2022 Simple integration\u2014no need for a third-party hub<br \/>\n\u2022 Connects with Z-Wave technology for broader in-home range<br \/>\n\u2022 Uses gateway device that connects the app to shades and devices like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant<\/p>\n<p>Bali offers three exciting ways to motorize your shades:<br \/>\n\u2022 App &amp; Gateway \u2013 a whole home solution with phone or voice control;<br \/>\n\u2022 Z-Wave Motor \u2013 new, quiet, programmable remote;<br \/>\n\u2022 Motorized Wand \u2013 intuitive, 3-button wand that comes attached to the shade.<br \/>\n<a name=\"bali-smart-blinds-app-download\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Bali Smart Hub Application Download Links<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/ae\/app\/bali-motorization\/id1513891087\">https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/ae\/app\/bali-motorization\/id1513891087<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.homeautomation.bali&amp;hl=en_US&amp;gl=US\">https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.homeautomation.bali&amp;hl=en_US&amp;gl=US<\/a><br \/>\n<a name=\"neo-smart-blinds\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Neo Smart Hub &amp; App<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-353 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/neo-smart-home-hub-300x300.png\" alt=\"neo smart home hub\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/neo-smart-home-hub-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/neo-smart-home-hub-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/neo-smart-home-hub-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/neo-smart-home-hub-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/neo-smart-home-hub-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/neo-smart-home-hub-624x624.png 624w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/neo-smart-home-hub.png 1667w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/shades.aspx?refine=y&amp;upgrades=1097-4\">Neo smart window shades<\/a> paired with the Neo Smart Hub, easy automation allows you to use the app to create schedules adapted to your routine scheduling on time or relative to the sun. Block or let light into your house to create the perfect ambiance by setting a schedule for a specific time or day or at sunrise\/sunset with or without a time delay. For energy efficiency, automate your blinds to block the direct sunlight, and less air-conditioning will be necessary to freshen up your home. Set a schedule to open your blinds 30 minutes before the sunset and enjoy the view.<br \/>\nBy integrating the Smart Controller to a voice assistant such as Alexa, Siri or Google Assistant, you can control your blinds using your voice.<br \/>\n<a name=\"neo-smart-blinds-app-download\"><\/a><br \/>\nDownload the App:<br \/>\nGet started by downloading the free Neo Smart Blinds App from either Google Play or the App Store, creating an account, and following the setup instructions.<\/p>\n<p>Create an Account:<br \/>\nOpen the app and tap on Create Account. Enter a valid email address and a password. Choose the same setup code written on the Smart Controller instructions. Tap on Create Account to finalize the process and be able to sign in.<\/p>\n<h4>Neo Smart Blinds Application Download Links<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/neo-smart-blinds\/id1046912127\">https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/neo-smart-blinds\/id1046912127<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.neosmartblinds.app&amp;hl=en_US&amp;gl=US\">https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.neosmartblinds.app&amp;hl=en_US&amp;gl=US<\/a><br \/>\n<a name=\"pulse-2-smart-blinds\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Pulse 2 Smart Hub &amp; App<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-354 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pulse-2-smart-home-hub-300x300.png\" alt=\"pulse smart home hub\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pulse-2-smart-home-hub-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pulse-2-smart-home-hub-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pulse-2-smart-home-hub-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pulse-2-smart-home-hub-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pulse-2-smart-home-hub-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pulse-2-smart-home-hub-624x624.png 624w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pulse-2-smart-home-hub.png 1667w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/shades.aspx?refine=y&amp;upgrades=1097-7\">The Pulse 2 smart window shades<\/a> we offer work with latest Pulse 2 app works on any smart phone or tablet device to provide effortless control of automated motorized shades, whether you are home or away. Easily personalize the daily routine of shades organizing them by room, grouping them by scenes and automating them with timers. With over 70 unique icons, customize your shades to suit your individual lifestyle and home. Set up routines to control your smart shades at sunrise and sunset and Pulse 2 Hub will synchronize with your time zone, dynamically shifting the movement of your shades around your local daylight hours. Waking up with natural daylight enhances our sleep\/wake cycle and eliminates alarm devices, offering a more natural way to live. Your body will dictate when it\u2019s time to start the day and in turn ensure a goods nights sleep. Using daylight also aids to reduce energy consumption; keep your lights switched off and control how much light enters your home all year round to maintain optimal temperature control.<br \/>\n<a name=\"pulse-2-smart-blinds-app-download\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Pulse 2 Smart Hub Application Download Links<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/automate-pulse-2\/id1460852253\">https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/automate-pulse-2\/id1460852253<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.rolleaseacmeda.automatepulse&amp;hl=en_US&amp;gl=US\">https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.rolleaseacmeda.automatepulse&amp;hl=en_US&amp;gl=US<\/a><br \/>\n<a name=\"homemate-smart-blinds\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Homemate Smart Hub &amp; App<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-355 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/homemate-smart-home-hub-300x300.png\" alt=\"homemate smart home hub\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/homemate-smart-home-hub-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/homemate-smart-home-hub-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/homemate-smart-home-hub-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/homemate-smart-home-hub-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/homemate-smart-home-hub-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/homemate-smart-home-hub-624x624.png 624w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/homemate-smart-home-hub.png 1667w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/shades.aspx?refine=y&amp;upgrades=1097-29\">HomeMate smart window blinds<\/a> we offer are part of a brand new smart home platform that lets you easily control, monitor, and secure your home from anywhere in the world. Start with connected HomeMate Hub and add as many connected switches, sockets, locks, sensors and more to create a smart home that matches your unique personality.<\/p>\n<p>With smart home platform HomeMate, you can many controls as follow.<br \/>\n\u2022 Control and manage all kinds of devices like curtains, air conditioners, TV, lights, switches, sockets and etc in one APP.<br \/>\n\u2022 Create different scenes to control multiple devices.<br \/>\n\u2022 Make \u2018If this then that\u2019 synchronizations scenario.<\/p>\n<p>HomeMate offers super fast configuration and simple interaction. It is extremely easy to add devices and start to use it with it\u2019s user-friendly interaction design. HomeMate also offers real-time feedback and message pushing, with the ability to remote check the device status and receive message notifications.<\/p>\n<p>Set-Up and Use of the Smart Hub<br \/>\n\u2022 Go to Google Play or the iPhone App Store and search for Homemate \u2013 download the App to your smart phone and\/or tablet.<br \/>\n\u2022 Create an account on the App by signing up using your email address as the Login account ID, and then set a password as instructed.<br \/>\n\u2022 Create a new Family Name for your account.<br \/>\nConnect the Smart Hub to the App as follows:<br \/>\n\u2022 Tap \u2018+\u2019 on the top right of the App screen.<br \/>\n\u2022 Choose \u201cSmart Hub\u201d menu.<br \/>\n\u2022 Now Stop &#8211; DO NOT press \u201cNext\u201d until the Hub is connected to your WIFI network.<br \/>\n\u2022 Please make sure firewall or network ports are not restricting the Hub from connecting to your WIFI.<br \/>\n\u2022 Power \u2018on\u2019 the Hub and keep holding the central button until the light flashes in Red.<br \/>\n\u2022 Now tap \u201cNext\u201d on the App \u2013 the Hub will search for an available WIFI signal.<br \/>\n\u2022 Input the password for your WIFI \u2013 the Hub will connect to your WIFI and will be added to the App.<\/p>\n<p>Pairing Motor(s) to the App:<br \/>\n\u2022 Tap the Allone Pro menu \u2013 and then tap Add Motor Device menu.<br \/>\n\u2022 Choose \u201cCurtain Motor\u201d<br \/>\n\u2022 Choose \u201cA-OK Motor\u201d<br \/>\n\u2022 Put the motor in Programming Mode: Press the PROGRAM button until the motor beeps and the shade oscillates \u2013 then tap \u201cPairing\u201d on the App screen \u2013 the motor will oscillate twice when it receives a signal from the Hub \u2013 tap \u201cResponse\u201d \u2013 the motor can now be controlled by the App.<br \/>\n\u2022 Pair all motors the same way.<br \/>\n\u2022 Name each shade\/motor by tapping \u201cSettings\u201d on the App \u2013 choose the shade style &#8211; name the shade.<\/p>\n<p>Controlling Your Motorized Shades Using Amazon Echo Devices<\/p>\n<p>Set up a HomeMate account<br \/>\n\u2022 Go to Google Play or the iPhone App Store and search for Homemate \u2013 download the App to your smart phone and\/ or tablet.<br \/>\n\u2022 Create an account on the App by signing up using your email address as the Login account ID, and then set a password as instructed.<br \/>\n\u2022 Create a new Family Name for your account.<br \/>\n\u2022 Log into the Amazon Alexa app, tap the menu icon, and then click \u201cSkills\u201d.<br \/>\n\u2022 Type in \u201cHomeMate\u201d, and then tap the \u201cSearch\u201d icon, choose \u201cHomeMate ORVIBO\u201d<br \/>\n\u2022 Connecting HomeMate with Alexa:<br \/>\n\u2022 Tap the \u201cEnable\u201d icon, login with your HomeMate account and tap \u201cAuthorize\u201d.<br \/>\n\u2022 When Alexa is successfully linked with HomeMate, close the acknowledgement window and return to the Alexa app and run \u201cDiscovery\u201d; Tap \u201cDiscover Devices\u201d.<br \/>\n\u2022 The name of each device is the same as in the device list of your HomeMate app<\/p>\n<p>Voice Commands, Example:<br \/>\n\u2022 \u201cAlexa, open kitchen shade one\u201d<br \/>\n\u2022 \u201cAlexa, close bedroom shades\u201d<br \/>\nUsing Google Home (Connected Home Assistant)<\/p>\n<p>Set up a HomeMate account<br \/>\n\u2022 Go to Google Play or the iPhone App Store and search for Homemate \u2013 download the App to your smart phone and\/ or tablet.<br \/>\n\u2022 Create an account on the App by signing up using your email address as the Login account ID, and then set a password as instructed.<br \/>\n\u2022 Create a new Family Name for your account.<br \/>\n\u2022 Login to the Google Home app and tap \u201cMenu\u201d.<br \/>\n\u2022 Tap \u201cHome Control\u201d<br \/>\n\u2022 Tap \u201cDevices\u201d<br \/>\n\u2022 Select \u201cHomeMate\u201d and sign-in with your HomeMate account<br \/>\n\u2022 Tap \u201cDone\u201d<br \/>\nAssign devices to rooms \u2013 this is optional, but makes voice commands easier<br \/>\n<a name=\"homemate-smart-blinds-app-download\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Homemate Smart Hub Application Download Links<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/homemate\/id1523019751\">https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/homemate\/id1523019751<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=homemate.smart&amp;hl=en_US&amp;gl=US\">https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=homemate.smart&amp;hl=en_US&amp;gl=US<\/a><br \/>\n<a name=\"pro-smart-blinds\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Pro Hub Smart Hub and App<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-357\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pro-smart-home-hub-300x300.png\" alt=\"pro smart home hub\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pro-smart-home-hub-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pro-smart-home-hub-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pro-smart-home-hub-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pro-smart-home-hub-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pro-smart-home-hub-1536x1536.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pro-smart-home-hub-624x624.png 624w, https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pro-smart-home-hub.png 1667w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/shades.aspx?refine=y&amp;upgrades=1097-8\">Pro Hub smart window shades<\/a> with the Pro Hub brings simple-to-program automation capabilities to remote control motorized shades. Hubs operate through your wi-fi network and allow shade operation through smart phone and smart home technologies. The Pro Hub pairs seamlessly with Amazon Alexa and Google Home to bring voice control to your shades. The Pro Hub offers additional Internet connectivity options and can be connected directly to routers with an Ethernet cable, making it compatible with all Internet speeds and Fiber Optic Internet. For customers who prefer wireless connections, the Pro Hub can also be paired through 2.4 GHz wifi signals.<\/p>\n<p>Set Up<br \/>\nInstall Connector Hub<br \/>\n1. Your Pro Hub can operate up to 30 shades on one floor at a distance of up to 100 feet. Install your hub in an open location to avoid losing the connector signal. For homes with shades on multiple floors, we suggest ordering one hub per floor.<\/p>\n<p>2. To install the Connector Hub, plug the cable into the connector port and then into the wall. The hub is receiving power when the LED light on the hub face shines red.<\/p>\n<p>Download Connector+ and Set up Hub<br \/>\n1. Search for Connector+ in your App or Google Play Store and download to your mobile device.<\/p>\n<p>2. Open Connector+ once download is complete and set up your account following the app instructions.<\/p>\n<p>3. First time users will need to pair the Connector Hub to the app. Hubs are set up by using your wi-fi connection. Follow the instructions in the app to complete the set up. The hub is successfully connected to wi-fi once the LED light on the face of the hub shines blue. If you receive an unsuccessful pairing on your first attempt, repeat the setup instructions until the pairing is successful.<\/p>\n<p>Quick Add<br \/>\nClick the + icon at the top of Connector+ home screen to access a shortcut for adding a new room, device, scene or timer.<br \/>\nSet Up: Rooms, Devices, Scenes &amp; Timers<\/p>\n<p>Step 1: Add Rooms<br \/>\n\u2022 Begin Connector+ app set up by creating rooms in your app.<br \/>\n\u2022 Tap the QUICK ADD menu on the Connector+ home screen to access the add rooms function.<br \/>\n\u2022 To add a room, enter room name and add room photo.<br \/>\n\u2022 Once a room is added, it can be accessed from the Connector+ home page.<\/p>\n<p>Step 2: Add Devices (shades)<br \/>\nPlease note Connector+ refers to shades as devices.<br \/>\n\u2022 Tap the Quick Add menu on the Connector+ home screen to access the add devices function and then select add general device.<br \/>\n\u2022 Follow the app instructions for pairing your shade.<br \/>\n\u2022 Shades can be accessed within their rooms by tapping the room photo on the Connector+ home screen.<\/p>\n<p>Step 3: Add Scenes &amp; Timers<br \/>\n\u2022 Tap the QUICK ADD menu on the Connector+ home screen to access the add scenes\/timers function.<br \/>\n\u2022 Add scenes to create shade groups. Scenes can be added by tapping ADD NEW SCENE.<br \/>\n\u2022 Create the scene by adding scene name and selecting a scene picture. You can then add devices to the scene and set openness.<br \/>\n\u2022 Timers can be added to shade scenes or individual shades by tapping ADD NEW TIMER on the QUICK ADD menu and adding timer settings.<br \/>\n\u2022 Scenes and Timers can be accessed on the Connector+ home screen.<br \/>\n<a name=\"pro-smart-blinds-app-download\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Pro Smart Hub Application Download Links<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/connector\/id1344058317\">https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/connector\/id1344058317<\/a><br \/>\n<a name=\"why-buy-smart-blinds\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Why Buy Smart Blinds?<\/h2>\n<p>Bottom line: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blindschalet.com\/upgrade-1-1097-smarthome.html\">Smart shades and blinds<\/a> save energy and make life so much more convenient. They\u2019re a huge help with those windows that are not easily accessible, are tall or high up and difficult to reach, or if you have an abundance of windows in your home. Like regular window treatments, smart blinds offer privacy, allow you to control the amount of outdoor light coming into your home, and may provide some relief to your energy bill by blocking out heat from the sun. And, just like typical window coverings, smart blinds come in a variety of styles, fabrics, and designs.<\/p>\n<p>Having smart blinds can definitely be a worthwhile investment in the comfort and efficiency of any home as well. Rooms with lots of windows that need to be opened and closed regularly can benefit from motorization, saving you both time and personal energy. Smart shades and blinds can help you save energy by alternately blocking or allowing in light based on the season or time of day, and they are especially useful for people with mobility issues. 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