Somfy and Extron are combining Extron control capabilities with Somfy-powered products for today’s smart-building projects. Upgrade smart buildings with simple control of motorized shading, projection screens, and AV systems. Create better functioning lecture halls, conference rooms, meeting spaces, and more.
Extron and Somfy
Integrating Av and Environmental Control for the Modern Workspace
Simple Setup, Simple Control
Combining Extron control capabilities with Somfy- powered smart shading creates a smarter, more efficient and convenient workspace. Facility managers and AV professionals will appreciate the simple installation, setup, automation, and control that is enabled with an Extron control processor and a touch panel integrated with Somfy- powered devices. A simple press on the Extron touchscreen allows you to adjust your shades and projector screens and interact with other AV equipment in the room, enhancing the experience and versatility of lecture halls, conference rooms, and meeting spaces.
Smart and Beyond
Through the integration of Somfy- powered products and Extron Control System Drivers and Device Modules, users can take a smart building to the next level. Somfy- powered products can be activated upon a system event initiated by an occupancy sensor. This room automation can raise the motorized shades and projection screen when a room is no longer in use, or shades can be lowered in preparation for a presentation based upon lighting level in the room.
Making it Happen
The Extron control processor sends commands to Somfy- powered motorized shading products via standard control protocols. The shades and projector screens then provide a responsive room control experience as part of the complete smart building solution. Sensors can be used to trigger automated settings for motorized shades and projector screens based on room occupancy, ambient light level, and more.
Key Features
- Integrated control solution for Somfy- powered products and an AV system using Extron Pro Series Control Systems with certified Extron Drivers and Device Modules.
- Simple and robust communication with Somfy- powered products via standard control protocols (RS-232, RS-485, and Ethernet).
- Occupancy sensors, light sensors, and the real-time system clock combine to create better smart building applications for motorized window coverings and projector screens.
- Superior room experience via automation and simple control for all AV and room devices from a single Extron touch panel or button panel.