When Can I Use the ZEN53 DC Motor Controller?

Make your blinds, shades, awnings, or screens smarter with this handy module that installs between the motor and your wall switch. Wire it to a 2-button momentary wall switch or two separate momentary switches for convenient up / down / stop control. The module will auto-calibrate but it also gives you the option to override and fine tune any calibration if needed.

Use it in shutter up/down mode or in Venetian mode to turn the blinds for open/close. Remember that your Z-Wave hub needs to support this device so you can program it. Check compatibility before purchasing the DC Motor Controller.

The DC Motor Controller attaches to your existing motor and wall switch. That means your blinds, shades, or awnings need to be motorized already before you can add this smart module to them. Make sure you follow the electrical specs when installing the device. As long as your motor runs on 6-32 V DC and operates based on reverse polarity, you can use this Z-Wave controller to automate it.

Installation Requirements

6-32V DC Power Supply: Please ensure the power supply is large enough to handle the load. While the ZEN53 itself uses less than 1W, a minimum of a 2A power supply is required since even small motors will have an inrush current on start/stop. We recommend having a power supply that is at least a few amps higher than the motor requirements.
Motor with Reverse Polarity Under 1.5A: A reverse polarity motor is a motor that can be controlled by reversing the polarity of the applied voltage to change the direction of its rotation. This can be used to slow down, stop, or change the direction of the motor's spinning force
Wall Switch: Do not connect the ZEN53 to a wall dimmer, illuminated switches, or electronic add-on switches. The ZEN53 device can only be wired with single pole button momentary switches.
No Neutral: No neutral in the box? No problem! The ZEN53 does not require a neutral, unlike our other wall switches and relays.

Where Do I Install the ZEN53?

The ZEN53 DC Motor Controller installs behind the existing wall switch or at the motor.
The standard wiring diagram is provided in the device manual. Please feel free to reach out to our team if you need assistance, providing a link to the specs for the power supply and motor, as well as detailed images of the wiring currently available in order for our technicians to provide custom assistance.

What does each wire on the ZEN53 do?

S2 : The brown wire is the Switch pigtail, which would connect to the switch for manual on/off control.
S1 : The yellow wire is the Switch pigtail, which would connect to the switch for manual on/off control.
OUT- : The blue wire is the outcoming (negative) connection for the motor to close the circuit and trigger the connected load.
OUT+ : The white wire is the outcoming (positive) connection for the motor to close the circuit and trigger the connected load.
GND- : The black wire is the incoming connection from the low-voltage power supply (6-32 V DC only).
VDC+ : The red wire is is the incoming connection from the low-voltage power supply (6-32 V DC only).

Possible Use Cases

Home Theater: Using the ZEN53 DC Motor Controller for a home theater screen motor provides seamless control over screen movement. You can raise or lower the screen either through a physical switch or remotely with Z-Wave commands, allowing integration into your smart home setup. This ensures flexibility and convenience in managing your home theater experience.

DC Motor for Shades, Screens, Awnings, etc.: The ZEN53 allows for precise control over shade positioning. Homeowners can raise or lower shades directly using a physical wall switch or through remote commands via the Z-Wave network, integrating seamlessly with other smart home devices for automated routines and enhanced convenience.

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a link to the specs for the power supply you are using
a link to the specs for the motor
detailed images of the wiring
a description of how you would like the ZEN53 to operate in the installation
what hub you are using so we can confirm compatibility

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