Upgrade Your Manual Roller Blinds For Motorised Comfort

Make The Switch Now To the Automate Li-ion, now available in Pakenham.
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Make The Switch Now To The Automate Li-Ion

Modern living is all about convenience. By automating your blinds, you’re giving yourself one less thing to worry about. So you can focus on things that matter.

Make your life easier and make the switch from manual roller blinds to motorised roller blinds. With the Automate Li-ion battery motors, you can lower or raise your blinds with a simple tap on your smartphone or remote—no more pulling cords or getting up to make adjustments. Enjoy the freedom of a longer battery life and whisper-quiet operations, all without the mess of tangled cords. 

Now imagine that home upgrade for only $160. 

Take your blinds to the next level with the Automate Li-ion

Imagine enjoying long-lasting power and the serene silence of whisper-quiet operation—all without the clutter of cords. Thanks to our innovative lithium-ion batteries, you can forget about constant recharging. With features like leveling control and a hassle-free rechargeable battery, upgrading to the Automate Li-ion motors is the perfect way to elevate your home with a touch of effortless style and easy function.

Upgrade to Automate Li-ion
Features Automate Li-Ion
Battery Life Known for long-lasting battery life, the Automate Li-ion battery motors can typically last up to a year and a half, as opposed to other brands that last only a year. Automate uses a rechargeable lithium-ion battery with a micro USB charger, which makes charging convenient and environmentally friendly.
Noise Level The Automate motors are whisper-quiet, so you can set the perfect mood at home without any noise interruptions.
Leveling Control Automate Li-ion battery motors has levelling control which you can use to set the motorised roller blinds to a specific position, so you can have control over your ambience and privacy—whenever the time of day.
Smart Home Integration The Automate Li-ion battery motors integrate seamlessly with smart home systems like Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, and IFTTT. The Automate Pulse Hub allows for easy app control, scheduling, and voice command functionality.
Aesthetics & Design The Automate Li-ion’s design is sleek and compact, which blends well with modern interiors. And with the innovative motor cap design, the wires are hidden from view. It comes in two colourways—Glossy White and Matte Black—which add a touch of minimalist luxury to your living space.
Price Automate Li-ion motors are considered more cost-effective, especially when factoring in battery life and performance. And for a special limited time offer, you can upgrade your manual roller blinds for only $160
Installation The Automate Li-ion motors are easy to install and compatible with a wide range of roller blind designs. The wire-free design makes it a versatile option for retrofitting existing blinds.

Automate Li-ion Battery Motor 1.1nm and 2.0nm

Looking for a quiet, rechargeable, battery-powered solution for your shades? The 5V Collection has you covered. Designed to work with shades of all sizes, it’s built to last and features cutting-edge innovation.

With a patented Zero motor head, you’ll enjoy a completely wire-free experience and the smallest possible light gap. You can recharge it easily with a universal 5V micro-USB connection or use a Solar Panel for continuous charging powered by sunlight.

The soft-stop feature makes sure your shades move smoothly, preventing any damage. Plus, checking the battery level is simple—just use the one-touch battery check on any Automate controller.

The Automate Li-ion retrofit-friendly, so you can upgrade your existing manual shades without changing brackets or shades.

5V 2A Wall Charger & 4M USB cable

Powering your smart home has never been easier than with the Automate 5V Wall Charger Kit. This all-in-one solution features a sturdy wall charger and an impressive 4m cable, making it ideal for keeping your 5V Zero Motors charged. Whether you’re topping off the battery on your motorised blinds or ensuring your smart devices are always ready for action, this kit takes the hassle out of the equation. The long cable gives you the freedom to place it just about anywhere, even in tricky spots where outlets are hard to find—keeping your automated home effortlessly functional.

 

  • Designed with an AU plug suitable for any 5V motor installation
  • Delivers a 2A output, complete with a 4m extender cable
  • USB port conveniently faces down for easy access
  • Right angle design keeps the cable snug against the wall
  • Elegant white finish complements any interior style
  • Sleek, curved shape adds a modern touch to your space

Motor cap 25/28mm zero motor

Say goodbye to unsightly wires with Automate’s smart motor cap. This elegant solution not only beautifully hides the motor and antenna for a sleek look, but it also enhances safety by reducing the risk of tripping over stray cables. Its thoughtful design snugly wraps around the motor, keeping everything discreetly tucked away. And with Automate’s exclusive patent on this feature, you won’t discover another motor like it on the market—style and safety combined.

Crown & Drive set 25mm motor to S40 tube

This set is designed exclusively for the 25mm motor used with the Li-ion Q1.1 NM short motor and the Li-ion Q1.1 NM motor.

Crown & Drive sets are key to fitting motors into different tubes, and picking the right one ensures everything works like a charm. To make things easy, use the ‘Tube Identifier Chart’ to check your tube. If your tube is listed and the inner profile matches exactly, you’re in luck—this set comes with your motor or kit, so no need to purchase it separately.

If your tube has the same diameter but a slightly different inner profile, this set gives you a simple way to test if the motor will still work with your setup. It’s a great option to double-check compatibility before buying a motor. 

How To Get Started

  • Use the ‘Tube Identifier Chart’ to find your tube.
  • Select the right Crown & Drive set, order it, and try it out.
  • If it fits, you’re all set to purchase the motor.

 

Crowd & drive set 25mm motor to S45 tube

This set is designed exclusively for use with the 28mm Li-ion Q2.0 NM motor.

Crown and drive sets enable motors to be compatible with various tube sizes. It’s important to select the right set to ensure your motor fits and functions correctly. 

To identify your tube, use the “Tube Identifier Chart.” If your tube is listed and matches the internal profile exactly, you don’t need to purchase this set—it will already be included with your motor or kit. However, if your tube has the same outer diameter but a slightly different internal shape, these crown and drive sets can help determine whether the motor will fit your tube. This allows you to check compatibility before buying a motor. 

Please note, we cannot offer refunds if the set doesn’t fit, but we’ve kept the price as low as possible, with shipping comprising most of the cost. Additionally, some sets are only compatible with specific motor sizes, as indicated in the product title.

How to Get Started

  • Check the ‘Tube Identifier Chart’ to find your tube.
  • Select the right Crown & Drive set, order it, and see if it fits.
  • Once it fits, you’re ready to buy your motor.

Crown & Drive set 28mm motor to S45 tube

This set is made specifically for the 28mm motor in the Li-ion Q2.0 NM range.

Crown & Drive sets are essential for fitting motors into different tubes, and choosing the right one is key to ensuring everything works smoothly. Simply refer to the ‘Tube Identifier Chart’ to check if your tube’s profile matches. If it does, you won’t need to purchase this set as it will come included with your motor or kit.

If your tube is the same size but has a slightly different inner profile, this set is a simple way to check if your motor will still work with your tube before making a full purchase.

How to Get Started

  • Refer to the ‘Tube Identifier Chart’ to find your tube.
  • Select the right Crown & Drive set, order it, and test it in your tube.
  • If it fits, you’re ready to go ahead and purchase your motor.

Automate Push One Channel Remote

The one-channel Acmeda remote combines style, versatility, and functionality in a single device. It comes in two elegant colourways—Gloss White and Matte Black—designed to complement your home furnishings. With user-friendly buttons that light up when pressed, along with other options for selected positions and group channels, The One Channel Remote gives you complete control with a touch of style.

 

Automate Push 5 Channel Remote

Transform the way you control your smart home with the Acmeda Push 5 Channel Remote. Thoughtfully designed to bring balance between luxury and smart living, this remote offers a refined touch to your space. Choose between two premium colourways—Gloss White or Matte Black—that blend effortlessly into your interiors. The illuminated buttons respond to your touch, giving you perfect control, even when the lights are low. Customise your settings to suit your routine and easily manage multiple shades with just one remote.

Automate Push 15 Channel Remote

The Push 15 Channel remote offers the perfect blend of elegance and practicality in a beautifully crafted design built to last. It comes in two chic finishes—Gloss White and Matte Black—that easily complement your home’s furnishings. With responsive buttons that light up when pressed, it makes controlling your shades a breeze, even in low light. Plus, you can set favorite positions and manage groups with ease, giving you both style and convenience in one sleek device.

Pulse 2 Hub

The Automate Pulse 2 Hub is the heart of your motorised system, effortlessly connecting your blinds and other devices to Google Assistant, Siri, or Alexa. With it, you can control everything through the sleek Pulse 2 App right from your phone or tablet. And if you ever go without the hub, you can still manage your motorised blinds with a simple remote–it’s all about keeping things smooth and easy for you at home.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How can I control the Automate Li-ion on my smartphone?

You can use it by installing the app on your phone. Download it from the App Store or the Play Store.

2. Should I remove the motor from the blinds in order to charge it?

No, the motor is charged while installed.

3. How long does the motor take to charge?

First charge takes 6 hours. Further charges up to 3 hours. Stop charging when the LED changes from RED to GREEN.

4. Why does my motor beep 10 times when in use?

Simply recharge with the AC adaptor that came with the blind.

5. Does the motor battery ever need replacing?

No, the battery is designed for the full life of the motor.

6. How many shade cycles can the Li-ion charge?How many shade cycles can the Li-ion charge?

The Automate Li-ion batteries are estimated to power 500 up/down cycles per charge. These numbers are impacted by shade size and fabric weight, but on average our motors in prevalent size shades are able to last about a year and half under normal operation (one cycle per day).

7. How many times can the Automate Li-ion be recharged?

The rechargeable Automate Li-ion motors can successfully be recharged around 500 times. Lifecycle testing, which included radio sleep/wake cycling as well as load testing, identified that our motors can be successfully recharged 500 times.

8. Is there any danger to it being overcharged?

The batteries cannot be overcharged. Automate motors feature a charge-management circuit that adjusts the amount of electrical current feeding the battery. As a battery reaches its maximum charge, the circuit will limit the current eventually shutting off power once the battery is fully charged.

9. What is the lifespan of a lithium ion battery?

Lithium Ion batteries degrade over time, slowly, as does everything. The real question is how much and when. Our lifecycle testing suggests that our Li-ion batteries exhibit nominal annual degradation and that the degradation is consistent over time (i.e. there is no cliff where the batteries will unexpectedly stop holding a charge). The batteries will degrade slowly over time – the rate depends on load, environmental conditions, manufacturing and use. But they can hold a meaningful charge for the duration of their lifespan–500 charges.

10. Why is the motor not responding?

It could be the following reasons:

  • The remote/sensor battery may be flat. Please replace the battery
  • The battery is inserted incorrectly into the remote/sensor. Please refer to your remote’s manual
  • The remote is too far from the motor
  • No power is present at the motor

For hard wired motors, check that the power supply to the motor is connected and active. For battery motors, make sure that the battery is charged.

  • There may be radio interference or shielding. Ensure your remote is positioned away from metal objects and that the aerial on the motor is kept straight and away from metal.
  • The motor may be wired incorrectly. Check if the wiring is connected correctly (refer to the motor installation instructions).
11. I’m having difficulty pairing the remote to the motor, what could be the reason?

It could be the following reasons:

  • The wrong remote is used with the motor. Refer to section 1.1 above
  • The battery is not inserted properly into the remote
  • The motor may need to be reset
12. How do I calculate what a motor can lift?

 (Nanometer x 200) / diameter = load. For example, a 34mm tube and 1.1 nanometer motor can lift 6.47kg (1.1×200/34)

13. Why can’t I set limits on single or multiple motors?

The reason could be multiple motors are paired to the same channel.

  • Always reserve an individual channel for programming functions
  • SYSTEM BEST PRACTISE – Provide an extra 15 channel remote in your multi motor projects for the installer. That provides individual control for each motor for programming purposes
  • Place all other motors into sleep mode [ref to P1]
14. How many remotes can be programmed to one motor?

30

15. Why does a motor lose its limits?

It could be the following reasons:

  • The battery is flat.
  • Someone accidentally reset the motor to factory settings.
  • There is interference, which is unusual.
16. The blinds are running in the wrong direction.

Refer to your motor manual to reverse the blind direction.

17. Can you hide channels that are not in use?

Yes, on a multi-channel remote, they can be adjusted to show the amount of channels in use; e.g. if there are 8 motors on the job you can select it to be an 8 channel remote.

18. What is channel 0 for?

All motors that are programmed to the same remote, automatically respond to channel 0. For example, on channel 0, pressing the up button will move all blinds that are programmed to that remote up.

19. How many motors can be controlled by one remote control?

Unlimited. An unlimited amount of motors can be set to the same channel as one single channel remote.

20. Where are the Automate products made?

We have a longstanding OEM manufacturing partner, who has been producing motors for over 30 years.

21. I am having issues installing the unit. What should I check?
  • Check for excessive friction in the assembly
  • Ensure that the tube deductions are correct
  • Ensure that there is a suitable clearance between the motor head & bracket
  • Ensure the idler pin is not pushing against the bracket, causing friction
22. Why is there a 3 core and a 4 core inline connector?

Please see our Universal Lead Wiring Guide

  • 3 core wiring is used for motors with electronic limit setting
  • 4 core wiring is used for motors with mechanical limit setting
23. What is ARC?

ARC stands for Automate Radio Communication. It is the latest motor control technology by Rollease Acmeda. It runs on a frequency of 433Mhz and is bi-directional, which means that control information can flow from a con- troller to the motor and from the motor back to a controller.

24. What are the advantages of ARC?

It runs on a proven frequency, utilising FSK modulation, which improves resistance of interference against other devices. Programming has been improved for ease of use and installation.

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