Somfy broadens your home comfort even more - with Zigbee

Networking Protocols for Smart Shades and Connected Homes

A communication protocol is a kind of language – a set of rules – that different entities use to transmit information amongst one another. These protocols can vary in the way they are structured and may use different frequencies for communication.

Examples of different protocols include RTS, io-homecontrol, Bluetooth, 433 MHz, Thread, Z-Wave and Zigbee. Protocols can’t communicate with each other directly, but they can be used in combination with smart home devices system by means of a controller, hub or gateway that can support multiple protocols – like TaHoma switch.

Somfy increases Your Smart Home Comfort, Thanks to Zigbee

As a globally adopted and secure IoT (Internet-of-Things) solution, Zigbee opens up a broader world of comfort for smart home automation. Providing a standard network and language for smart home devices, Zigbee makes it possible to create an ecosystem of products that all work seamlessly together. 

For example, Somfy’s complete indoor smart shading solution features Zigbee 3.0 technology. TaHoma switch, Somfy’s smart control that centralises and connects your complete smart home ecosystem, supports Zigbee 3.0.  This makes your indoor shading experience smoother and easier. All your motorised shades, blinds and curtains are compatible with and fully integrate into your smart home system.

From Somfy to Zigbee to a World of Compatibility

Furthermore, Somfy offers an even more interoperable and scalable ecosystem. For instance, make the most of your home with voice control. TaHoma switch and TaHoma app works with Apple Home, Amazon Alexa and Google Home. Simply ask – and it’s done! It’s also easy to add to your home’s comfort with compatible brands who have also adopted Zigbee. Choose from up to 300 different types of compatible products:

• Somfy has a wide range of products for inside and outside the home, including indoor and outdoor window coverings, awnings, pergolas, home access and security, and plugs to make equipment smart.
• Major brands have partnered with Somfy, such as Phillips Hue, Sonos, Velux, Legrand, Schneider, Simu, Atlantic, Hitachi, Netatmo… You have a rich variety of options to fit your home, needs and lifestyle, with lighting, music, radiators, and so much more, all of which can be controlled using TaHoma.
• Smart home platforms also work with TaHoma. If you prefer SmartThings, Google Home, Alexa or Homekit, for example, they also function with TaHoma and Somfy products. You have total control as to how you manage your home equipment.

Your Home Changes with You

With Zigbee being an interoperable standard, and TaHoma being compatible with so many different home comfort brands, your home changes as much or as little as you need it to. Your tastes may change, your desires may evolve.

With Zigbee and TaHoma, you have peace of mind in knowing that your smart blinds, shades and curtains will always work seamlessly with any future change in smart home technology.