Captain2107 Posted August 3, 2015 Share Posted August 3, 2015 Looking for ideas to set up black out shades in theater room as well as 5 bedrooms but need complete integration with C4 without breaking the bank. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ichbinbose Posted August 3, 2015 Share Posted August 3, 2015 Lutron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackfiveo1 Posted August 4, 2015 Share Posted August 4, 2015 I got hunter Douglas priced out and it came to about $800 a window Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitneyd Posted August 4, 2015 Share Posted August 4, 2015 I got hunter Douglas priced out and it came to about $800 a windowhow big are the windows? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
howieumd Posted August 4, 2015 Share Posted August 4, 2015 Lutron works perfect with C4. I have Triathlon with RadioRA2, but Serena with Caseta would work fine too. $400-$500 per window. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin L Posted August 4, 2015 Share Posted August 4, 2015 Lutron Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackfiveo1 Posted August 4, 2015 Share Posted August 4, 2015 Windows vary some small windows were like 600 and some bigger ones were 900, it averaged out to like 788$ a shade, I contacted 2 local reps they were within 300 of each other. That included the new "hub" product that replaced the Platinum bridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackfiveo1 Posted August 4, 2015 Share Posted August 4, 2015 how does the lutron integrate with control4? is there like a hub/bridge. Definitely going look into this, the hunter douglas was outrageous priced Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c4user3622 Posted August 4, 2015 Share Posted August 4, 2015 They can either communicate through the Radio Ra 2 main repeater for Triathlon shades or the Caseta Bridge Pro for serena shades. There are C4 drivers for both through the Houselogix website and the drivers themselves are free. For me (I have Triathlon roller shades) the integration with C4 has been flawless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therockhr Posted August 4, 2015 Share Posted August 4, 2015 They can either communicate through the Radio Ra 2 main repeater for Triathlon shades or the Caseta Bridge Pro for serena shades. There are C4 drivers for both through the Houselogix website and the drivers themselves are free. For me (I have Triathlon roller shades) the integration with C4 has been flawless. A select number of the Triathlon shades will also work with the Smartbridge Pro. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackfiveo1 Posted August 4, 2015 Share Posted August 4, 2015 how does Radia RA2 connect to HC-800 is it wifi? cat5? serial? Figured it out, ignore me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
howieumd Posted August 4, 2015 Share Posted August 4, 2015 It connects over IP (preferred) or serial. RadioRA2 is pretty complex, but it's easy to setup if you're a little tech saavy. However, you also need to take their online RadioRA2 training course and pass the certification test (quick and easy) in order ot get access to the RadioRA2 software. For Triathlon shades, you need to take a separate course (bit more extensive) and pass that, to get access to the Triathlon shade ordering software. I took and passed both courses. Getting access to their shades ordering system wasn't as easy as RadioRA2 and I had to do a little maneuvering to get away with not needing to pay for books and demos, which is also required before they give you access to the ordering software. It's worth it though, I was able to get my shades for more than half off of what a certified installer was quoting me to do it. Considering how many windows I have, it saved me thousands. The installation is very easy, same with integrating them into the software. All that said, if you're just looking for shades, then the RadioRA2 system is significant overkill. If you're going to go with Lutron RadioRA2 light and fan switches/dimmers for your whole house, as well as shades, then it's the best system in my opinion. I like their shades the best. I like their light switches/dimmer options the best. It's seems to be a very stable system for me. Again, just my opinion on that. It's basically a one time setup within their software once you buy and install all the hardware, then you get the free Control4 driver and have your Control4 integrator set it up from there and then it works pretty flawlessly. If you're just looking for shades, get the Caseta hub and order Serena shades. I don't believe you need to be certified to do any of that, and the cost is a lot more reasonable. You should be able to order and set that all up yourself. However, you don't get nearly as many shade styles with Serena as you do with Triathlon, but it's the easiest route for what you might be looking to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C4Programmer Posted August 5, 2015 Share Posted August 5, 2015 I would recommend the Caseta line from Lutron. Using the Smart Bridge pro, it is quick and painless. You can automate them from Control4 or from the Lutron App. Cost effective starting around $400 for a battery operated shade. The can be linked together so multiple shades in adjacent windows will go up and down together at the same time for a smooth look. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dew1551 Posted August 5, 2015 Share Posted August 5, 2015 You should investigate qmotion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackfiveo1 Posted August 5, 2015 Share Posted August 5, 2015 I cant find ANYONE who actually sells these Lutron triathlon shades, I like the idea of having the RA2 in my system to open up Lutron options into my system as well. I priced out the Serena ones via Serenashades.com and my cheapest window is $500 and biggest window is 900$. So still not exactly a "steal" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c4user3622 Posted August 5, 2015 Share Posted August 5, 2015 Wait for the Serena sale. They had one almost every other month at 20% off. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin L Posted August 5, 2015 Share Posted August 5, 2015 home depot has Serena shades for 20% off right now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackfiveo1 Posted August 5, 2015 Share Posted August 5, 2015 Thanks Kevin I will check into that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackfiveo1 Posted August 5, 2015 Share Posted August 5, 2015 Via: home depot chat HAHHAHAHAAHAH they said try lowes! Uche A: at 12:54:49sorry we do not carry the Lutron Serena Shades, let me check to see where you can get theseUche A: at 12:55:23You can get these at LowesUche A: at 12:56:50http://www.lowes.com/cd_Serena+RemoteControlled+Shades+Combine+Style+Convenience_1389033289624_Uche A: at 12:57:12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin L Posted August 6, 2015 Share Posted August 6, 2015 Via: home depot chat HAHHAHAHAAHAH they said try lowes! Uche A: at 12:54:49sorry we do not carry the Lutron Serena Shades, let me check to see where you can get theseUche A: at 12:55:23You can get these at LowesUche A: at 12:56:50http://www.lowes.com/cd_Serena+RemoteControlled+Shades+Combine+Style+Convenience_1389033289624_Uche A: at 12:57:12 It depends on your local store.. you need to check with the stores in your area. Just call in and ask Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain2107 Posted August 16, 2015 Author Share Posted August 16, 2015 Thanks for all the responses. I have a problem now that my bedroom window is almost 10 feet wide and Serena will only go 8 feet wide and don't want to split it into two shades. Any ideas on a manufacturer that will do a blackout shade that large? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackfiveo1 Posted September 2, 2015 Share Posted September 2, 2015 Just got my serena shades after ordering 6 weeks ago. They are awesome. packaged great, installed in 5 minutes per window, paired with my bridge without issue! Super quiet and operate smoothly very very nice look Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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