Automate Pulse 2 Hub
The foundation for your smarter shades
The Automate® Pulse 2 Hub is the foundation of your Automate smart shade motorization system. Alongside the Automate Pulse 2 App, the Pulse 2 Hub enables operation and automation of all ARC (Automate Radio Communication) enabled motors so that you can experience convenient shade control straight from your smart device.
Pulse 2 Hub seamlessly integrates with a variety of smart home platforms and home automation systems so that you can take full advantage of customized automation and voice-activation when operating your Automate smart shades.

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Pulse v 2 | |
Device Control Frequency | 433.92MHz |
Input Voltage Range | 5V |
Power Input | 1000mA |
Protection Class | IP20 |
Temp Working Range | 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F) |
Transmission Distance | 30 metres or 98 feet |
Wi-Fi Network | 2.4Ghz Only |
SOLAR PANEL v1
The original Automate Solar Panel provided power to our range of Wirefree Li-ion battery motors.
- Plug ‘n’ play for all AUTOMATE Li-ion motors & rechargeable battery packs
- Sleek design allows for unobtrusive placement behind most headrails
- Parallel wiring options support large shades

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PULSE 1 HUB
The original Pulse 1 hub, offering smart phone control for motorized shades.
- ARC compatible
- Set up to 20 scenes and timers.
- Control from anywhere right from your phone.
- Step by step set up wizard
- Compatible with Alexa voice assistant.

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Pulse v 1 | |
Antenna | Built-in |
Current | 500mA |
Device Control Frequency | 433MHz |
Installation | Desktop or wall-mounted |
Power | <2.5W |
Power Input | 5VDC/1A |
Protection Class | IP20 |
Radio Coverage | 30m for device control (indoors) |
Standby Power | ≤300mA |
Storage Temperature | -20⁰ to 55⁰ |
Wi-Fi Network | 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz |
Working Temperature | -10⁰ to 45⁰ |
Home Automate System Drivers
DC 0.2Nm Low Voltage Motor
Simplified wiring. Efficient installation. Maintenance free.
- Bi-directional ARC communication
- Simplified setup
- Precise limit adjustment
- Adjustable speed control
- Favorite positioning

0.2Nm
WIREFREE Li-ion 0.2Nm battery powered Motor
Featuring build in Lithium-ion re-chargable battery.
- Leveling Control
- Favorite position setting
- Adjustable speed settings
- Bi-directional ARC Communication
- Optional Solar panel charger

0.2Nm
battery powered motors
Automate Li-ion Switch Wand
- Accessible Control | Misplaced remote controls are never an issue with motorized shade control at the source.
- Add a programmable shade position in addition to the upper and lower limits that can be defined as your favorite.
- Simplified Automate programming instructions are streamlined to have your shades moving as quickly as possible.
- Incremental steps during limit setting allows for precise positioning of the shade.
- Quickly access and conveniently charge the motor with any micro USB cable charger.

DC 3 Low Voltage Motor
Simplified wiring. Efficient installation. Maintenance free.
- Bi-directional ARC communication
- Simplified setup
- Precise limit adjustment
- Adjustable speed control
- Favorite positioning

Technical Specifications
DCRF 3 | |
Amps | 1.67 A |
Insulation Class | III |
IP Rating | IP44 |
Limit Switch Type | Electronic |
Max Run Time | 10 Min |
Radio Frequency | 433.92 MHz |
RF Modulation | FSK |
Sound Level | ~53DB |
Speed | 28 RPM (Adjustable to 24 or 20) |
Temp Working Range | 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C) |
Torque | 3.0Nm |
Voltage | 12 V |
DC q3 Low Voltage Motor
Simplified wiring. Efficient installation. Maintenance free.
- Bi-directional ARC communication
- Simplified setup
- Precise limit adjustment
- Adjustable speed control
- Favorite positioning

Technical Specifications
DCRF Q3 | |
Amps | 1.67A |
Insulation Class | III |
IP Rating | IP44 |
Limit Switch Type | Electronic |
Max Run Time | 10 Min |
Radio Frequency | 433.92 MHz |
RF Modulation | FSK |
Sound Level | ~40DB |
Speed | 28 RPM (Adjustable to 24 or 20) |
Temp Working Range | 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C) |
Torque | 3.0Nm |
Voltage | 12 V |
DC 10 Low Voltage Motor
Simplified wiring. Efficient installation. Maintenance free.
- Bi-directional ARC communication
- Simplified setup
- Precise limit adjustment
- Adjustable speed control
- Favorite positioning

Technical Specifications
DCRF Q10 | |
Amps | 1.75A |
Insulation Class | III |
IP Rating | IPAA |
Limit Switch Type | Electronic |
Max Run Time | 10 Min |
Radio Frequency | 433.92 MHz |
RF Modulation | FSK |
Sound Level | ~42DB |
Speed | 9 RPM (Adjustable to 8 OR 6) |
Temp Working Range | 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C) |
Torque | 10.0Nm |
Voltage | 12 V |
5V Li-ion 3.0 Motor
Featuring a patented Zero motor head that delivers a truly wire-free experience and the smallest light gap.
- Unique Motor Head Design
- Innovative Motor Cap
- Quiet Operation
- Elegant Soft Stop
- Battery Check Action
- Micro USB Charging
- Secure Hold
- Simplified Retrofit

Li-ion 3.0 | |
Battery Size/Type | 4400 mAH |
Current | 2.2 A |
Insulation Class | III |
IP Rating | IP44 |
Limit Switch Type | Electronic |
Max Run Time | 12 min. |
Radio Frequency | 433.92 MHz |
RF Modulation | FSK |
Sound Level | ~40 dB |
Speed | 28 RPM (Adjustable to 20 or 24) |
Temp Working Range | 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C) |
Torque | 3.0Nm |
Voltage | 5V-DC |
5V WireFree Li-ion 10.0 Motor
Featuring a patented Zero motor head that delivers a truly wire-free experience and the smallest light gap.
- Unique Motor Head Design
- Innovative Motor Cap
- Quiet Operation
- Elegant Soft Stop
- Battery Check Action
- Micro USB Charging
- Secure Hold
- Simplified Retrofit

Li-ion 10.0 | |
Battery Size/Type | 4400mAH |
Current | 2.2A |
Insulation Class | III |
IP Rating | IP44 |
Limit Switch Type | Electronic |
Max Run Time | 12 min. |
Radio Frequency | 433.92 MHz |
RF Modulation | FSK |
Sound Level | ~42DB |
Speed | 9 RPM (Adjustable to 7 or 5) |
Temp Working Range | 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C) |
Torque | 10Nm |
Voltage | 5V-DC |