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RADEMACHER Troll Comfort DuoFern Instruction Manual For The Electrical Connection And For Commissioning

RADEMACHER Troll Comfort DuoFern Instruction Manual For The Electrical Connection And For Commissioning

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Troll Comfort DuoFern
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Instruction manual for the electrical connection and for commissioning
Item no. 3650 05 72 (ultra-white) / 3650 05 82 (aluminium)
Type: 5665
VBD 580-5-1 (01.19)

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  • Page 1 Troll Comfort DuoFern Instruction manual for the electrical connection and for commissioning Item no. 3650 05 72 (ultra-white) / 3650 05 82 (aluminium) Type: 5665 VBD 580-5-1 (01.19)

  • Page 2: Dear Customer

    Dear Customer, With your purchase of a Troll Comfort DuoFern, you have chosen a quality product manufactured by RADEMACHER. Thank you for the trust you have placed in us. RADEMACHER products have been developed with the greatest possible convenience in mind. Having applied uncompromising quality standards and thorough testing, we are proud to be able to present this innovative product to you.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Dear Customer, .................2 This manual................7 How to use this manual ..............7 Hazard symbols ................8 Levels of danger and signal words ..........8 Symbols and depictions used ............9 Glossary - definition ................. 10 Included in delivery .............. 11 General view of the operating unit ........12 General view of the installation housing ........
  • Page 4 Contents 10. Brief description of the standard display and main menu ................39 11. Introduction to opening the menus and setting the functions ............40 12. Initial commissioning with the help of the installation wizard ..............42 13. Manual operation ..............45 14.
  • Page 5 Contents 25. Automatic rain function, brief description ...... 78 25.1 Menu 8 - Configuring the automatic rain function ....79 26. Menu 9 - System settings ............ 80 26.1 Menu 9.1 - Setting the time and date ........81 26.2 Menu 9.2 - Configuring the motor running time ....82 26.3 Menu 9.3 - Configuring the ventilation position ....
  • Page 6 Contents 29. Deleting all settings, software reset........ 124 30. Performing a hardware reset ..........125 31. Error messages ..............126 32. Dismantling ................. 127 33. Time zone table ..............128 34. Simplified EU declaration of conformity ......130 35. Accessories ................130 36.

  • Page 7: This Manual

    ◆ This manual is part of the product. Please store it in an easily accessi- ble place. ◆ When passing the Troll Comfort DuoFern on to a third party, this manual must be passed on as well. ◆ Damage resulting from non-compliance with this manual and the safety instructions will void the warranty.

  • Page 8: Hazard Symbols

    2. Hazard symbols The following hazard symbols are used in this manual: Danger of fatal electric shock Danger area / dangerous situation 2.1 Levels of danger and signal words DANGER! This hazard will lead to serious injury or death if not avoided. WARNING! This hazard may result in serious injury or death if not avoided.

  • Page 9: Symbols And Depictions Used

    2.2 Symbols and depictions used Other useful information Please read the respective manual Procedures ◆ Itemisation or a) Lists Activated menu symbols and setting parameters flash on the display. Information about opening the menus and setting the parameters can be found on page 40.

  • Page 10: Glossary - Definition

    ◆ German Standard "Cover panels for installation devices for building into device boxes..." 2014/53/EU ◆ European Radio Equipment Directive ◆ Extra low voltage DuoFern ◆ RADEMACHER radio system used to control compatible products. HomePilot® ◆ The HomePilot® is a central controller unit for RADEMACHER radio products.

  • Page 11: Included In Delivery

    3. Included in delivery Included in delivery 1 x Operating unit (50 x 50 mm) 1 x Frame 1 x Installation housing 1 x Spacer frame, see page 38 1 x Instruction manual (not illustrated) After unpacking please check and compare..

  • Page 12: General View Of The Operating Unit

    4. General view of the operating unit Pos. Symbol Description Operating unit Display Menu button ◆ Open the main menu ◆ Back to the previous menu or standard display Setting buttons ◆ Select a menu in the main menu ◆ Set the parameters (more / less) Short press or press and hold = ●...
  • Page 13 4. General view of the operating unit Pos. Symbol Description OK button ◆ Open the selected menu ◆ Confirm and save settings ◆ Continue to the next setting Operating buttons Up / Down ◆ Manual operation SET/Stop button ◆ Manual stop of the roller shutter travel ◆...

  • Page 14: General View Of The Installation Housing

    4.1 General view of the installation housing Pos. Symbol Description Installation housing Claw fasteners and screws Connecting terminals Type plate...

  • Page 15: Electrical Connections

    4.2 Electrical connections Pos. Symbol Description E1 / E2 External inputs - optional Connect external signal transmitters, e.g. Venetian blind switches or Venetian blind buttons/ external sensors etc., see page 36 / 37 Both inputs are independently configured, see page 99. L / N Power supply - 230 V / 50 Hz Connect the supply voltage.

  • Page 16: Display And Its Symbols

    4.3 Display and its symbols Symbol Description Weekdays (Monday ... Sunday) MO ... SO Time / setting parameters DuoFern status Weather information Switching time programme Rain display Offset (for astro time) OFFSET Setting Automatic mode AUTO Postcode Actual value Direction of travel (up/down) Automatic mode off Switching times...
  • Page 17 4.3 Display and its symbols Symbol Description Automatic dusk function Automatic solar function Automatic dawn function Random function Automatic wind function Automatic rain function System settings Set value SOLL Automatic slat adjustment Jog mode Light function Switching modes (NORMAL / ASTRO / SENSOR) NORMAL Blockage detection Position (in percent)

  • Page 18: Product Description

    The Troll Comfort DuoFern can be operated individually on site or it can be integrated into a DuoFern network. DuoFern receivers (actuators) and transmitters must be connected to the DuoFern network.
  • Page 19 Central control of other Troll devices by cable The Troll Comfort DuoFern can also be used as a central controller for other Troll devices, as an alternative to connecting a tubular motor. You can obtain additional connection and circuit examples from our website at: www.rademacher.de...

  • Page 20: Description Of The Safety Functions

    5.1 Description of the safety functions Blockage detection The Troll Comfort DuoFern is able to monitor the torque of motors equipped with a mechanical end point setting. This enables the control- ler to switch off the motor in the event of overloading or blockage, see...

  • Page 21: Overview Of Functions

    5.2 Overview of functions ◆ Display background lighting ◆ Installation wizard for easy commissioning ◆ Configurable blockage detection for mechanical tubular motors ◆ Manual operation on site ◆ Direct configuration and movement to a target position ◆ Switch automatic mode on/off ◆...
  • Page 22 5.2 Overview of functions ◆ Button lock ◆ Venetian blind mode ◆ Automatic slat adjustment ◆ Jog mode ◆ Set the running time ◆ Automatic wind function ◆ Automatic rain function ◆ Light function (controlling electrical appliances) ◆ Switch reversal of rotation direction on/off ◆...

  • Page 23: Technical Specifications

    Improper use can lead to serious injuries or property damage. ◆ Due to the small contact distance (µ), not suitable for disconnecting. ◆ The Troll Comfort DuoFern is not suitable to be used for an electri- cally safe disconnection of the connected appliance.
  • Page 24 6. Technical specifications DuoFern radio technology Transmission frequency: 434.5 MHz Transmission power: max. 10 mW In buildings: approx. 30 m * Outdoors: approx. 100 m Range: * Depending on the building structure Maximum number of DuoFern devices: General information External dimensions (W x H x D) 50 x 50 x 12 mm Operating unit [ 1 ]: according to DIN 49075...

  • Page 25: Factory Settings

    6.1 Factory settings Factory settings Automatic mode: Switching times: Date: 01.07.2018 Time: 12:00 Up-time and mode: 7:00 / NORMAL Down-time and mode: 20:00 / NORMAL Random function: Automatic solar function: Motor running time (2 - 255 sec.): 150 seconds Ventilation position (1 - 99 %): OFF / 80 % Postcode: DuoFern mode:...
  • Page 26 6.1 Factory settings Factory settings Standard slat position: (0 - 100% ) Automatic tilt to “Down” direction after manual stop Automatic tilt to sunshine position: Automatic tilt to ventilation position: OFF Automatic tilt after moving to a target position: Motor dead time: OFF / 0 ms (0 ms / 160 ms / 480 ms) Automatic summer / winter change-...

  • Page 27: Conduct In The Event Of A Power Failure

    Power reserve (approx. 8 hours) The current time flashes for approx. 5 minutes in the event of a power failure and the Troll Comfort DuoFern changes to power reserve. Time and date after a power failure The power reserve is approx. 8 hours. If this time is exceeded, the time and date are lost and need to be reset, see page 81.

  • Page 28: Safety Instructions

    132. Improper use leads to an increased risk of injury. ◆ Train all personnel to use the Troll Comfort DuoFern safely. ◆ Children must not play with the device. ◆ Never remove the operating unit from the installation housing...

  • Page 29: Intended Use

    Venetian blinds and slats as well as for electrical appliances within the permissible load limits, see page 23, Technical specifications. The Troll Comfort DuoFern is suitable for switching the mains voltage and extra-low voltage (ELV) with basic insulation. Operating conditions ◆...

  • Page 30: Improper Use

    Improper use can lead to serious injuries or property damage. ◆ The Troll Comfort DuoFern is not suitable to be used for an electri- cally safe disconnection of connected appliances. ◆ Never use the radio system (e.g. DuoFern radio system) and its...

  • Page 31: Safety Instructions For The Electrical Connection

    ◆ Check that the system is de-energised. WARNING! Overloading of the Troll Comfort DuoFern can lead to personal injury and destruction of the device (short circuiting). The maximum switching capacity must not be exceeded; please ob- serve the details in the technical specifications, see page 23.
  • Page 32 (electric shocks / short circuiting). ◆ Only use the installation housing provided to connect and install the Troll Comfort DuoFern. ◆ Installation housings of other RADEMACHER products, such as other Troll controllers, are not compatible. WARNING! Connection of a second phase to E1 or E2 will cause the Troll Com- fort DuoFern to be damaged.

  • Page 33: Important Information Prior To The Electrical

    Parallel connection of electronic tubular motors A maximum of 3 tubular motors can be connected in parallel to the Troll Comfort DuoFern (e.g. RADEMACHER electronic tubular motors). In order to do so, follow the information in the instruction manual of the tubular motor being used.
  • Page 34 The maximum cable length for connecting external signal transducers to E1 or E2 must be 15 metres. Installation materials The Troll Comfort DuoFern is designed for flush-mounted installation. We recommend installation in a deep 58 mm flush-mounted box or in an electronic socket.

  • Page 35: Electrical Connection

    Remove the insulation on all leads down to 6 mm in length and connect them according to the connection diagram on the following pages. After the electrical connection, the installation of the Troll Comfort DuoFern into the flush-mounted box is carried out, see page 38.

  • Page 36: Connecting A Tubular Motor

    8.3 Connecting a tubular motor MOTOR Troll Comfort DuoFern 230 V / 50 Hz Inputs E1 / E2 (230 V / 50 Hz), only if required...

  • Page 37: Connecting A Lamp

    8.4 Connecting a lamp Troll Comfort DuoFern 230 V / 50 Hz Inputs E1 / E2 (230 V / 50 Hz), only if required If required, you can connect a garden light (or other electrical appli- ances) to the controller instead of a tubular motor and use the light function to control it, see page103, Menu 9.8.8 - Setting the light function.

  • Page 38: Installation After The Electrical Connection

    9. Installation after the electrical connection Insert the installation housing into the flush-mounted box and fasten it with the screws of the claw fasteners. Place the frame onto the installation housing. Then carefully insert the operating unit into the installation housing . Switch on the mains power supply again.

  • Page 39: Brief Description Of The Standard Display And Main Menu

    The standard display (example) ◆ Displays the current day of the week and time. ◆ Displays the activated functions. ◆ Manual operation of the Troll Comfort DuoFern is only possible from the standard display. Main menu Menu number Functions / menus ◆...

  • Page 40: Introduction To Opening The Menus And Setting The Functions

    11. Introduction to opening the menus and setting the functions Open the main menu. Pressing the menu button on the standard display opens the main menu. Select the desired menu or menu number. The selected menu is indicated by a flashing symbol.
  • Page 41 11. Introduction to opening the menus and setting the functions Each setting must be confirmed with the OK button. Confirming the entry takes you to the next setting or back to the menu. Back to the standard display. Example Pressing the menu button briefly takes you back one menu step.

  • Page 42: Initial Commissioning With The Help Of The Installation Wizard

    Pressing the M button for one second causes the installation wizard to be cancelled prematurely. Readiness for operation The Troll Comfort DuoFern is ready for operation after completing the settings. The installation wizard is shown after switching on the mains voltage.
  • Page 43 12. Initial commissioning with the help of the installation wizard Set and confirm the opening time [ ]. Pre-setting: MO...SO (MON...SUN) The opening time applies to the entire week. If necessary, you can subsequently select one of three switching time programmes in menu 9.5, see page 87.
  • Page 44 Confirm the settings. The standard display is shown after the final setting, see example. The Troll Comfort DuoFern is now ready for operation. You have the option of deactivating individual switching times as required. In order to do so, the value [ OFF ] can be...

  • Page 45: Manual Operation

    13. Manual operation Manual operation is possible from the standard display at any time and has priority over the programmed automatic functions. Example for manual control of a roller shutter Open the roller shutter. Pressing the button briefly causes the roller shutter to move to the upper end point.

  • Page 46: Moving To A Target Position

    14. Moving to a target position If necessary, you can enter an arbitrary target position for your roller shutter which you can then move to directly. Moving to the target posi- tion and stopping the roller shutter is done automatically. Automatic movement after approx.

  • Page 47: Calling Up And Displaying Weather Data

    15. Calling up and displaying weather data The Troll Comfort DuoFern can receive and display weather data (tem- perature, brightness, wind velocity, rain) from a DuoFern Environmental Sensor. It is not necessary to log the DuoFern Environmental Sensor onto the Troll Comfort DuoFern.
  • Page 48 15. Calling up and displaying weather data As soon as an environmental sensor is detected, the corresponding symbol is shown on the display. Pressing the SET button briefly displays the first weather data. You can call up all the available weather data using the set buttons, see examples.

  • Page 49: Menu Overview

    16. Menu overview Main menu Symbol Menu Page AUTO Automatic mode ..........51 Switching times ..........52 Automatic dusk function ........65 Automatic solar function ........69 Automatic dawn function ........73 Random function ..........75 Automatic wind function ........76 Automatic rain function ........78 System settings ..........
  • Page 50 16. Menu overview Device settings ..........94 9.8.1 Automatic summer / winter changeover ..........95 9.8.2 Display contrast ..........96 9.8.3 Display lighting ..........96 9.8.4 Timer mode ............97 9.8.5 Button lock ............98 9.8.6 Inputs E1/E2 ............. 99 9.8.7 Reversal of rotation direction ......

  • Page 51: Menu 1 - Switching Automatic Mode On/Off

    17. Menu 1 - Switching automatic mode on/off AUTO Automatic mode on (symbol on the standard display) ◆ All set automatic functions are active ◆ Manual operation is also possible in automatic mode Automatic mode off (symbol on the standard display) ◆...

  • Page 52: Switching Times (Opening And Closing Times) [ / ], Brief Description

    You can configure various opening [ ] and closing times [ ] for the Troll Comfort DuoFern in order to open or close your roller shutter automatically at your preferred times. For this purpose, there are three switching time programmes available in menu 9.5, see page 87:...
  • Page 53 18. Switching times (opening and closing times) [ / ], brief description Application example for a second switching time You can use a second switching time, for example, to darken a child's bedroom at midday: ◆ The first opening time has been set to 8:00 hours. ◆...
  • Page 54 18. Switching times (opening and closing times) [ / ], brief description ◆ ASTRO Calculation of the respective switching time by means of an astro programme The opening and closing times are calculated in relation to the date and postcode. Subsequently they are linked to the previously configured switching times.
  • Page 55 18. Switching times (opening and closing times) [ / ], brief description ◆ SENSOR (only for closing times [ ] ) The closing time is controlled by a light sensor in relation to the level of brightness. In addition, the measured dusk value is linked to the previously configured closing time.

  • Page 56: Menu 2 - Configuring Opening And Closing Times [ / ]

    18.1 Menu 2 - Configuring opening and closing times [ / ] If the type of switching time programme (weekly switching times, work- ing day / weekend switching times or individual day switching times) is not to be changed, start directly with point 2. If you want to change the type of switching time programme, first open menu 9.5, see page 87 and configure the desired switching time programme.
  • Page 57 18.1 Menu 2 - Configuring opening and closing times [ / ] The following serves to describe the procedure for setting an opening and closing time [ / ] as weekly switching times. Activate and confirm the switching times. On = switching times on Off = switching times off Set and confirm an opening time [ ].
  • Page 58 18.1 Menu 2 - Configuring opening and closing times [ / ] Set and confirm the closing time [ ]. > Configure the switching time mode for the closing time [ ]. Switching time mode, see page 53 ◆ NORMAL The roller shutter closes at the configured closing time.
  • Page 59 18.1 Menu 2 - Configuring opening and closing times [ / ] Information about the [ ASTRO ] switching time mode If [ ASTRO ] is selected as the switching time mode, the calculated dusk time can be individually customised by means of an offset between –60 and +60 minutes.

  • Page 60: Connecting A Local Light Sensor

    RADEMACHER light sensor to the Troll Comfort DuoFern. If the Troll Comfort DuoFern is intended to react to control signals from a central sun controller within the DuoFern network (e.g. a DuoFern ra- dio sun sensor), then it is not necessary to connect the local light sensor.

  • Page 61: Light Sensor Connection When Using The Supplied Frame

    19.1 Light sensor connection when using the supplied frame Frame Sensor cable connector Operating unit Cable bushing Carefully remove the operating unit from the installation housing. Insert the light sensor connector * into the socket on the rear of the operating unit.

  • Page 62: Light Sensor Connection When Using A Frame Supplied By Other Manufacturers

    19.2 Light sensor connection when using a frame supplied by other manufacturers Engagement hooks Carefully remove the operating unit from the installation housing. Insert the light sensor connector into the socket on the rear of the operating unit. Lay the sensor cable in the cable bushing of the operating unit. The sensor cable can be pressed into the engagement hooks with the help of a rounded object (for example, a 50 cent coin).
  • Page 63 19.2 Light sensor connection when using a frame supplied by other manufacturers If the cable bushing of the operating unit is covered by the frame, then it will be necessary to fit the additionally provided spacer frame onto the rear of the operating unit. It may be necessary to use an intermediate frame 50 x 50 *, depending on the respective switch range used.

  • Page 64: Dismantling The Light Sensor

    19.3 Dismantling the light sensor Carefully pull the operating unit out of the installation housing. If the sensor cable has been fixed in place by means of the operating unit's engagement hooks, then it must first be released, for example, with the help of a 50 cent coin.

  • Page 65: Automatic Dusk Function, Brief Description

    20. Automatic dusk function, brief description The automatic dusk function causes the roller shutter to close automati- cally to the lower end point or configured ventilation position. You can choose between two automatic dusk functions: ◆ Automatic dusk function with astro programme = switching time mode [ ASTRO ] ◆...
  • Page 66 20. Automatic dusk function, brief description Automatic dusk function with connected light sensor At dusk, the roller shutter will lower to the lower end limit or to the configured ven- tilation position after approx. 10 seconds. The roller shutter will open again once the configured opening time is reached or in the Installation of the event of a manual command.

  • Page 67: Menu 3 - Customising The Automatic Dusk Function

    20.1 Menu 3 - Customising the automatic dusk function Open menu 3. Customise the automatic dusk function in accordance with the selected switching time mode [ NORMAL / ASTRO or SENSOR ]: NORMAL No customisation is possible in this switching time mode. Return to main menu.
  • Page 68 20.1 Menu 3 - Customising the automatic dusk function SENSOR Customise the dusk limit value in switching time mode [ SENSOR ]. If the limit value is not met due to the onset of dusk, the roller shutter will close. ACTUAL value Currently measured brightness (e.g.

  • Page 69: Automatic Solar Function, Brief Description

    If you use external sun sensors (e.g. the DuoFern Sun Sensor or the DuoFern Environmental Sensor in conjunction with the HomePilot®) or the Troll Comfort DuoFern itself as a central sun controller for other DuoFern devices, please read further on page 116.
  • Page 70 21. Automatic solar function, brief description Automatic opening If the brightness decreases below the con- figured set limit value, the roller shutter will return to the upper end point. The above-mentioned delay times can be exceeded in the event of changing weather conditions. The automatic solar function will be terminated and must be reacti- vated if required after the following events: ◆...

  • Page 71: Menu 4 - Configuring The Automatic Solar Function

    21.1 Menu 4 - Configuring the automatic solar function Open menu 4. Activate and confirm the automated solar function. On = automatic solar function on Off = automatic solar function off Adjust the local sun limit value. Configure the local sun limit value: ACTUAL value Currently measured brightness (e.g.
  • Page 72 Sunshine position for activated automatic slat adjustment If you have activated automatic slat adjustment in menu 9.7, you must set an arbitrary sunshine position on your Troll Comfort DuoFern manu- ally which your roller shutter should lower to when the automated solar function is activated.

  • Page 73: Automatic Dawn Function, Brief Description

    22. Automatic dawn function, brief description The automatic dawn function causes the roller shutter to open auto- matically to the upper end point. When configuring opening times [ ], it is possible to link them to a switching time mode, see page 53. The calculated dawn time can be customised by linking the opening times with the [ ASTRO ] switching time mode.

  • Page 74: Menu 5 - Customising The Automatic Dawn Time

    22.1 Menu 5 - Customising the automatic dawn time Open menu 5. Customise the dawn time in accordance with the selected switching time mode: NORMAL No customisation is possible in this switching time mode. Return to main menu. ASTRO > Set the offset.

  • Page 75: Menu 6 - Configuring The Random Function

    23. Menu 6 - Configuring the random function The random function enables a random delay of the set timer periods ranging between 0 and 30 minutes. The random function is executed for: All automatic opening and closing times. Please note the state of the cube symbol on the standard display The cube symbol flashes on the standard display when the random function is activated during the period in which the movement command is being delayed.

  • Page 76: Automatic Wind Function, Brief Description

    24. Automatic wind function, brief description This function enables you to use the Troll Comfort DuoFern to operate, for example, connected Venetian blinds in relation to the weather conditions. As soon as an external signal transducer detects “wind”, it can transmit the control signal to the Troll Comfort DuoFern in the DuoFern network or via one of the correspondingly configured inputs (E1 or E2).

  • Page 77: Menu 7 - Configuring The Automatic Wind Function

    24.1 Menu 7 - Configuring the automatic wind function ATTENTION! The following settings may only be undertaken when the wind is still in order to prevent damage to the awnings / Venetian blinds. Open menu 7. Select and confirm the desired setting.

  • Page 78: Automatic Rain Function, Brief Description

    25. Automatic rain function, brief description This function enables you to use the Troll Comfort DuoFern to operate, for example, a connected awning in relation to the weather conditions. As soon as an external signal transducer detects “rain”, it can transmit the control signal to the Troll Comfort DuoFern in the DuoFern network or via one of the correspondingly configured inputs (E1 or E2).

  • Page 79: Menu 8 - Configuring The Automatic Rain Function

    25.1 Menu 8 - Configuring the automatic rain function ATTENTION! The following settings may only be undertaken in dry weather in order to prevent damage to the awnings / Venetian blinds. Open menu 8. Select and confirm the desired setting. On = automatic rain function on Off = automatic rain function off Configure and confirm the rotation direction...

  • Page 80: Menu 9 - System Settings

    26. Menu 9 - System settings This menu enables you to configure additional devices and system settings to customise your Troll Comfort DuoFern to your individual preferences. The DuoFern settings in menu 9.9 are introduced and described sepa- rately from page 109 onwards.

  • Page 81: Menu 9.1 - Setting The Time And Date

    26.1 Menu 9.1 - Setting the time and date Open menu 9.1. Configure and confirm the desired settings. Setting order: Time Date Day.Month Year 2000 to 2099...

  • Page 82: Menu 9.2 - Configuring The Motor Running Time

    26.2 Menu 9.2 - Configuring the motor running time Configuring the running time allows specific targeted positions to be assumed based on the running time and roller shutter position. The run time setting must be configured if: ◆ You intend to use the ventilation position function, see page 84. ◆...
  • Page 83 26.2 Menu 9.2 - Configuring the motor running time Open menu 9.2. Measuring the running time directly with the Troll Comfort DuoFern: Press the button until the roller shutter stops at the lower end point. Press the button until the roller shutter stops at the upper end point and then release it again.

  • Page 84: Menu 9.3 - Configuring The Ventilation Position

    26.3 Menu 9.3 - Configuring the ventilation position If you do not want the roller shutter to close fully to the lower end point, you can use this function to configure an arbitrary position (e.g. as the ventilation position). When closing automatically, the roller shutter will stop at the ventilation position, however, it can subsequently be closed completely via manual operation.
  • Page 85 26.3 Menu 9.3 - Configuring the ventilation position Then move the roller shutter to the desired position. Enter the desired ventilation position manually. Value = roller shutter position = fully open 100 % = fully closed If the position is set to 0 % or 100 %, then the ventilation position will be deactivated.

  • Page 86: Menu 9.4 - Setting The Postcode

    Time zone table, see page 128. 34 = factory setting If the Troll Comfort DuoFern is not being used in Germany, it may be necessary to switch off the automatic summer/ winter changeover function. In order to do so, please refer to page 95 “Activating/deactivating the summer/win-...

  • Page 87: Menu 9.5 - Configuring The Switching Time Programme

    26.5 Menu 9.5 - Configuring the switching time programme The number of opening and closing times that can be configured de- pends on the desired switching time programme selected in this menu. There are three switching time programmes available: [ 1 ] Weekly switching times (factory setting) [ / ] The switching times apply from (MO ..
  • Page 88 26.5 Menu 9.5 - Configuring the switching time programme Open menu 9.5. Select and confirm the desired week programme. Configure and confirm the number of switching time blocks. n1 = one switching time block is active * n2 = two switching time blocks are active Recommended setting [ / ] are configured in menu 2,...

  • Page 89: Menu 9.6 - Configuring The Blockage Detection

    26.6 Menu 9.6 - Configuring the blockage detection The Troll Comfort DuoFern is able to monitor the torque of motors equipped with a mechanical end point setting. This enables the control- ler to switch off the motor in the event of overloading or blockage. As a result, the roller shutter is protected from damage.
  • Page 90 26.6 Menu 9.6 - Configuring the blockage detection Ø Motor types | Power 1 06 | 35 mm | 6 Nm 1 10 | 35 mm | up to 10 Nm 2 10 | 45 mm | up to 10 Nm 2 20 | 45 mm | up to 20 Nm...
  • Page 91 26.6 Menu 9.6 - Configuring the blockage detection Automatic reversing function in the event of a blockage In the event of a blockage, the motor immediately runs in the opposite direction for approx. 2 seconds to release the roller shutter. More information about the blockage detection: ◆...

  • Page 92: Menu 9.7 - Setting The Venetian Blind Mode

    26.7 Menu 9.7 - Setting the Venetian blind mode This function enables you to use the Troll Comfort DuoFern to control Venetian blinds. The following configurations are possible: ◆ Jog mode ◆ Automatic slat adjustment ◆ Tilting time Additional Venetian blind functions can be configured, for exam- ple, with a HomePilot®:...
  • Page 93 26.7 Menu 9.7 - Setting the Venetian blind mode Open menu 9.7. Activate or deactivate the jog mode and confirm. On = jog mode on Off = jog mode off Activate or deactivate the automatic slat adjustment function and confirm. On = automatic slat adjustment function on * Off = automatic slat adjustment function off ** Continue with point 4.

  • Page 94: Menu 9.8 - Device Settings

    27. Menu 9.8 - Device settings Menu 9.8 - Device settings Symbol Menu Page 9.8.1 Automatic summer / winter changeover ..........95 9.8.2 Display contrast ..........96 9.8.3 Display lighting ..........96 9.8.4 Timer mode ............97 9.8.5 Button lock ............98 9.8.6 Inputs E1/E2 .............

  • Page 95: Menu 9.8.1 - Switching The Automatic Summer/ Winter Time On/Off

    October. The timer is set back one hour at 03:00 hours. Recommendation for operating the device outside Germany If the Troll Comfort DuoFern is not being used in Germany, it may be necessary to switch off the automatic summer/winter changeover function.

  • Page 96: Menu 9.8.2 - Setting The Display Contrast

    27.2 Menu 9.8.2 - Setting the display contrast Open menu 9.8.2. Set and confirm the desired contrast. 1 = low contrast 10 = high contrast 27.3 Menu 9.8.3 - Setting the permanent display lighting Pressing one of the operating buttons switches the background lighting on the display on and off after a predetermined time.

  • Page 97: Menu 9.8.3 - Setting The Timer Mode

    27.4 Menu 9.8.3 - Setting the timer mode This menu enables you to configure the time base for the internal timer (depending on the local power supply). Open menu 9.8.3. Set and confirm the desired timer mode. 1 = 50 Hz operation (factory setting) e.g.

  • Page 98: Menu 9.8.5 - Switching The Button Lock On / Off

    4 sec. Press and hold for 4 seconds if you want to activate the automatic button lock before the two minutes expire. Manual operation of the Troll Comfort DuoFern is also possible when the button lock is active.

  • Page 99: Menu 9.8.6 - Configuring The Inputs E1 / E2

    27.6 Menu 9.8.6 - Configuring the inputs E1 / E2 External control via two inputs E1 and E2 The Troll Comfort DuoFern features two configurable inputs E1 and E2 (230 V / 50 Hz) for connecting external signal transducers (e.g. Venetian blind switches or Venetian blind buttons / environmental sensors etc.).
  • Page 100 27.6 Menu 9.8.6 - Configuring the inputs E1 / E2 Open menu 9.8.6. Set and confirm the function for input 1 (E1). Set and confirm the function for input 2 (E2). You can obtain application examples for inputs E1 / E2 from our website at: www.rademacher.de...

  • Page 101: Menu 9.8.7 - Switching The Reversal Of Rotation Direction On/Off

    Open menu 9.8.7. Select the device on which the rotation direction is to be reversed. Troll Comfort DuoFern (this device) 2 to n = All logged-on devices in the order of logging on Battery-operated devices, such as a DuoFern Manual Transmitter, are not listed.
  • Page 102 27.7 Menu 9.8.7 - Switching the reversal of rotation direction on/off These two displays appear alternately on the display. Briefly check the rotation direction or switching sequence of the selected device. > Change and confirm the rotation direction or switching sequence as required. After successfully reversing the rotation direction, SEt flashes on the display.

  • Page 103: Menu 9.8.8 - Configuring The Light Function

    In addition, it is also possible to manually control the light with the buttons [ Up / Down and SET/Stop ]. The underlying functions of the Troll Comfort DuoFern change when the light function is activated. When a lamp (or other electrical appliance) is controlled instead of...
  • Page 104 27.8 Menu 9.8.8 - Configuring the light function Comparison of functions in light and device mode Light function off Light function on Light Device Command / Tubular motor mode mode signal mode Reversal of rotation Reversal of rotation direction = off direction = on Stop Down...
  • Page 105 [ light mode ] and [ device mode ] in menu 9.8.7 Reversal of rota- tion direction, see page 101. If the light function is changed, all of the logged-on DuoFern devices must be logged on again as the device type of the Troll Comfort DuoFern will also change in this case.

  • Page 106: Menu 9.8.9 - Configuring The End Points Of The Tubular Motor

    27.9 Menu 9.8.9 - Configuring the end points of the tubular motor You can use your Troll Comfort DuoFern to configure the end points of a connected electronic RADEMACHER tubular motor. ◆ [ SET ] is additionally displayed during the active end point setting process.
  • Page 107 27.9 Menu 9.8.9 - Configuring the end points of the tubular motor Open menu 9.8.9. Allow the tubular motor to run for approx. 2 seconds to enable the connected motor type to be detected: Possible displays: The tubular motor type has not been detected. No end point setting is possible.

  • Page 108: Menu 9.8.0 - Displaying The Software Version

    27.10 Menu 9.8.0 - Displaying the software version This menu enables the current Troll Comfort DuoFern software version to be displayed. Open menu 9.8.0. The current software version is subsequently displayed. Display the device version. Cd = “Troll” Comfort DuoFern Perform a display test.

  • Page 109: Menu 9.9 - Duofern Settings

    28. Menu 9.9 - DuoFern settings In order for your Troll Comfort DuoFern to be able to receive control signals from the DuoFern network or send control commands to the DuoFern network, it is necessary to log each desired DuoFern device (e.g. DuoFern actuator etc) onto the Troll Comfort DuoFern.

  • Page 110: Menu 9.9.1 - Logging Duofern Devices On/Off

    28.1 Menu 9.9.1 - Logging DuoFern devices on/off Open menu 9.9.1. The number of logged-on DuoFern devices is displayed. For example, one device is logged on here. Logging on DuoFern devices: Switch the respective DuoFern device to log-on mode. Start the log-on process. The display flashes [ On ].
  • Page 111 28.1 Menu 9.9.1 - Logging DuoFern devices on/off Logging off DuoFern devices: Switch the respective DuoFern device to log-off mode. Start the log-off process. The display flashes [ OFF ]. The new number of logged-on devices appears after successfully logging off. Log off the next DuoFern device Back to the menu selection.
  • Page 112 All connections are subsequently deleted. Deleting the connections can lead to problems for the par- ticipants, whereby the Troll Comfort DuoFern is still logged on even after the deletion process. ◆ Always use the "Log-off" function to terminate the connection with other DuoFern devices.
  • Page 113 28.1 Menu 9.9.1 - Logging DuoFern devices on/off Clearing up the DuoFern network This function enables you to log off all DuoFern devices from the Troll Comfort DuoFern that are no longer accessible via radio. All battery-operated DuoFern transmitters (e.g. the DuoFern Manual Central Operating Unit) cannot be logged off using this function.

  • Page 114: Menu 9.9.2 - Setting The Duofern Mode

    Comfort DuoFern are not available in the DuoFern mode [ 1 ] [ 2 ] = DuoFern transmitter ◆ The Troll Comfort DuoFern is integrated into a DuoFern network as a central controller and is intended to control other DuoFern...
  • Page 115 28.2 Menu 9.9.2 - Setting the DuoFern mode All manual and automatic control signals received via radio are executed on site regardless of the set mode. Exception Control commands for the automated solar function are only accepted if the solar mode [ 3 ] is activated, see page 116.

  • Page 116: Menu 9.9.3 - Setting The Solar Mode

    If you use external sun sensors (e.g. the DuoFern Sun Sensor or the DuoFern Environmental Sensor in conjunction with the HomePilot®) or the Troll Comfort DuoFern itself as a central sun controller for other DuoFern devices, you can use this function to determine how the Troll Comfort DuoFern should react.
  • Page 117 28.3 Menu 9.9.3 - Setting the solar mode Open menu 9.9.3. Set and confirm the solar mode. 1 = Local light sensor, for more see page 69 2 = Transmitter (local light sensor and transmitter function * 3 = Receiver (external sun sensor; Requirement: The automatic solar function must be activated (On) and a sunshine position...
  • Page 118 28.3 Menu 9.9.3 - Setting the solar mode Check which device is currently selected by briefly tapping the button. Tubular motors run for a short time. Switch actuators briefly switch on/off. Confirm the selected device. These two displays appear alternately on the display. In order to ensure that the sunshine position is measured correctly, open the roller shutter completely before moving to the sunshine position.

  • Page 119: Menu 9.9.4 - Switching The Weather Data On/Off

    28.4 Menu 9.9.4 - Switching the weather data on/off The Troll Comfort DuoFern can receive and display weather data (tem- perature, brightness, wind velocity, rain) from a DuoFern Environmental Sensor. It is not necessary to log the DuoFern Environmental Sensor onto the Troll Comfort DuoFern.
  • Page 120 28.4 Menu 9.9.4 - Switching the weather data on/off Open menu 9.9.4. Switch the weather data display on/off and confirm. On = on Off = off The last four digits of the DuoFern address (radio code) of the current environmental sensor are displayed.

  • Page 121: Menu 9.9.5 -Transmitting Manual Control Commands

    Additional function if the DuoFern mode [ 2 ] (DuoFern transmitter) is activated in menu 9.9.2, see page 114. The Troll Comfort DuoFern acts as a central controller to control other logged-on DuoFern devices in the DuoFern mode [ 2 ].

  • Page 122: Menu 9.9.6 - Transferring Automatic States

    Additional function if the DuoFern mode [ 2 ] (DuoFern transmitter) is activated in menu 9.9.2, see page 114. The Troll Comfort DuoFern acts as a central controller to control other logged-on DuoFern devices in the DuoFern mode [ 2 ].

  • Page 123: Menu 9.9.7 - Displaying The Duofern Address (Radio Code)

    Each DuoFern device has an address (radio code) through which it commu- nicates in the DuoFern network. If necessary, you can display the DuoFern address of the Troll Comfort DuoFern. Open menu 9.9.7. Two digits of the six-digit DuoFern address are always shown consecutively in the form of scroll text, see example.

  • Page 124: Deleting All Settings, Software Reset

    29. Deleting all settings, software reset A software reset can be performed to reset the Troll Comfort DuoFern to the original default condition as when supplied. Press and hold the four buttons simultaneously for 5 seconds until ... all the symbols are shown on the display.

  • Page 125: Performing A Hardware Reset

    30. Performing a hardware reset A hardware reset can be performed in the event that the Troll Comfort DuoFern no longer react to commands. To do so, pull the operating unit out of the installation housing. The centre section on the rear of the operating unit contains an opening with two contacts that must be carefully bridged...

  • Page 126: Error Messages

    31. Error messages Error 1 (display “E1”) The Troll Comfort DuoFern has an invalid DuoFern address (radio code). ◆ Please perform a hardware reset, see page 125. ◆ If the problem continues, check the DuoFern address (radio code) in menu 9.9.7, see page 123.

  • Page 127: Dismantling

    ◆ Disconnect all phases of the mains power cable and secure it to prevent any reconnection. Check that the system is de-energised. Log the Troll Comfort DuoFern off the DuoFern network. Switch off the mains power, secure it against restarting and check that the system is de-energised.

  • Page 128: Time Zone Table

    33. Time zone table Belgium France Luxembourg 101 Antwerp 130 Bordeaux 158 Luxembourg 102 Bruges 131 Brest The Netherlands 103 Brussels 132 Dijon 159 Amsterdam 104 Liège 133 Le Havre 160 Eindhoven 105 Mechelen 134 Lyon 161 Enschede 106 Mons 135 Montpellier 162 Groningen 107 Ostend...
  • Page 129 33. Time zone table 187 Kattowitz 218 Badajoz 252 Sofia 188 Kraków 219 Burgos 253 Skopje 189 Lodz 220 Cáceres 254 Thessaloniki 190 Lublin 221 Castellón 255 Zagreb 191 Posen 222 Granada 192 Szczecin 223 Guadalajara 193 Warsaw 224 La Coruña 225 Lérida Portugal 226 León...

  • Page 130: Simplified Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    34. Simplified EU declaration of conformity RADEMACHER Geräte-Elektronik GmbH,hereby declares that the Troll Comfort DuoFern complies with the Directive 2014/53/EU (Radio Equipment Directive). The full text of the declaration of conformity is available at the following website: www.rademacher.de/ce 35. Accessories Light sensor Item no.

  • Page 131: Warranty Terms And Conditions

    Proof of this must be provided by presenting a copy of the invoice. RADEMACHER will remedy any defects that occur within the warranty period free of charge either by repair or by replacement of the affected parts or by supplying a new replacement unit or one to the same value.
  • Page 132 RADEMACHER Geräte-Elektronik GmbH Buschkamp 7 46414 Rhede (Germany) info@rademacher.de www.rademacher.de Service: * 30 seconds free of charge, subsequently Hotline 01807 933-171* 14 cents / minute from German fixed line Telefax +49 2872 933-253 networks and max. 42 cents / minute from service@rademacher.de...

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