Screen Innovations’ (Booth 1832) motorized window shades, film screens and associated accessories are now compatible with the Bond (Booth 1838) Bridge Pro RF-to-Wi-Fi device hub and Sidekick for Shades Gen2 wireless RF keypad. The result of a collaborative effort, this opens the doors for significant new control and integration capabilities for home technology pros.
The Bond Bridge Pro RF-to-Wi-Fi device hub brings app-based control of fifty appliances in a 3,500 square foot home. For larger jobs multiple Bond Bridge Pros can be used. The Bridge integrates with Crestron, Savant, Control4, Elan, RTI, URC, Apple HomePod and HomeKit, and Homebridge automation, and for voice control Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, SmartThings Apps and Josh.ai.
Bond parent company Olibra and SI Labs worked together to develop integration between the Bond Bridge Pro and TRO.Y, Screen Innovations’ IP Control and commissioning gateway for unified control of the brand’s 485, Zigbee and RTS shades and screens. Now, by integrating the two on a jobsite, SI’s wired and wireless motorized window shades, film screens and accessories can be controlled through the Bond Home App (iOS and Android phones). The app brings to the SI installations the latest in intuitive and convenient smartphone control, scheduling and programming, and voice control via any of Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomePod and HomeKit.
Bond’s newest universal, wireless (RF), flush-mount keypad, Sidekick for Shades Gen2 is also compatible with the SI products. When mated with the Bond Bridge Pro and an automation system, the keypad’s capabilities increase. This includes extended range plus depiction of the operational status of the shades (opening, closing, etc). The keypad ships with interchangeable 5- and 1-channel button pads; a decora faceplate (attaches to wall or control box), and 10-year replaceable coin cell battery.
At CEDIA Expo 2023 the two companies are hosting the info-session “The Future of Shade Control” on Friday, September 8, from 1-2:30 p.m. in Room 710. The session will focus on raising customer experiences, improving profitability, and simplifying shade design and system deployments. The session will cover the how and why of controlling projects from the single and powerful Bond Home App, the result of the joint Bond and SI development.
