C4 Zigbee Device – Installation and Programming Instructions

The Somfy C4 Zigbee device is a Zigbee motor interface that enables seamless two-way integration of Somfy motorized shades with Control4 systems. It supports precise control, real-time feedback, and advanced automation features.

Info: One (1) C4 Zigbee device is required for each motor

Wiring #

Wiring for DC – 485 Motors: #

Wiring for AC – 485 Motors (with RJ45): #

Wiring for AC – 485 Motors (with Phoenix): #

Control4 Software Setup #

1. Create project and add processor

   

2. Enable Zigbee server for Control4 Zigbee connectivity

   

   The following message will appear when first adding a Zigbee network:

   

3. Create Zigbee configuration

   

   Verify the Zigbee connection is running properly:

   

4. Add the driver

   Search for “Somfy Control4 to Digital Motor Interface” and add to project

   

5. Configure network connections

   Navigate to Connections > Network > ZigBee Network

   

6. Select Zigbee mesh network

   

7. Pair the device

   1. Press and hold the button on the C4 Zigbee device for 5 seconds to enter pairing mode

   2. In Composer, highlight the driver and click “Identify”

      

8. Wait for pairing completion

   

9. Verify successful pairing

   

10. Test the device

    Double-click the driver in the left column to test functionality

    

Device Setup Guide #

Power-Up Behavior & Firmware Display #

• Upon powering up, the RIGHT LED flashes ORANGE to indicate the firmware version:

  • Example: Version 3.2

    • 3 ORANGE flashes

    • 2 GREEN flashes

• The LEFT LED shows power status:

  • Solid GREEN = Device is powered on

Inclusion Mode (Zigbee Pairing) #

• After startup, the RIGHT LED will slowly flash ORANGE, indicating the device is in Zigbee inclusion mode.

• If the LED is not flashing, inclusion was unsuccessful. Retry the pairing process.

LED Indicator Overview #

• LEFT LED (Power Indicator):

  • Solid GREEN → Device has power

• RIGHT LED (Zigbee/SDN Communication):

  • Flashing ORANGE → Inclusion Mode

  • Flashing ORANGE & GREEN → Communicating with motor

  • Solid ORANGE → Connected to Zigbee network

  • ORANGE to GREEN → Active Zigbee communication

Disconnecting from Zigbee Network #

• Preferred Method:
  Use your Control4 interface to issue a disconnect command.

• Manual Method:
  Press and hold the SETUP button for 7 seconds.
  The RIGHT LED will begin flashing ORANGE, indicating successful disconnection.

Power Loss Behavior #

• If the Control4 Zigbee module loses power, the motor must be rediscovered.

• When paired with Janus or other high-capacity power supplies, the system retains device discovery, enabling consistent reconnection.

Operations with Control4 #

• Open

• Close

• Go to Specific Percentage

• Stop

Manual Motor Control (via SETUP Button) #

You can manually control the motor at any time using the SETUP button:

• Quick Press & Release (within ½ second) cycles through motor commands:

  1. 1st Press → Move Down

  2. 2nd Press → Stop

  3. 3rd Press → Move Up

  4. 4th Press → Stop

Example Sequence:

• Press once to move the motor down

• Press again to stop

• Press again to move the motor up

• Press again to stop

Factory Reset #

1. Press and hold the SETUP button for 7 seconds

2. Release when the RIGHT LED flashes ORANGE
   → The device is now in Inclusion Mode

Note: The Control4 Zigbee Interface defaults to Inclusion Mode when first powered on.

Removing from Zigbee Network #

1. Press and hold the SETUP button for 7 seconds

2. When the RIGHT LED stops flashing, the device has been successfully removed from the network

Parts in the Box #