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How To Connect And Operate Motorized Shades In Las Vegas

February 18, 2026

Smart motorized window shades are an amazing innovation. With the press of your phone, you can lower or raise your shades from your sofa, the opposite side of your home, or even from across the country! You may even program them to operate according to a schedule, so you never have to think about them. But keep in mind, motorized shades do need a little configuration before getting started. Thankfully, you don’t need to be a tech guru to get your powered shades running. 

Follow these steps to learn how to operate your motorized shades in Las Vegas, and don’t be afraid to contact your installer if you continue to have trouble. 

How To Pair Your Mobile Device To Your Motorized Shades

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Top-tier motorized shades, such as the ones installed by Sunburst, often utilize Zigbee to connect to your smartphone. This commonly used wireless protocol is reliable, power-saving, and used by numerous smart implements. It lets your mobile devices communicate with the motors on your shades. 

You also must have an app to control your smart shades. Our shades utilize the Somfy TaHoma Pro app. With this interface, you can operate your shades, check the shade motor’s status, and troubleshoot any concerns.

Setting up your motorized shades is simple with Somfy’s smart motors and app. Just follow these, three straightforward steps:

    1. Locate the barcode on the shade’s hem bar or motor. 
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    3. Scan the barcode with your smartphone. This will take you to the app.
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    5. Follow the app’s prompts to connect to your motorized shades. 
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How To Operate Your Las Vegas Motorized Shades From Your Phone

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Using your smart motorized shades is as simple as a few finger taps. Launch the TaHoma app. Select the shade you would like to control. Tap the directional arrows to move the shade down or up, and you’re done! You can now enjoy the right amount of light or privacy in your living area.

You can also set up schedules and scenes on the app. Touch Scenes to add your shades to a current smart home scene or build a new one. Select Schedule to program your shades to open and close at designated times. Then let your shades run automatically as you continue with your day.

How To Operate Motorized Shades In Las Vegas With A Remote Control 

Though many people are moving to smart technology to control their window shades, you’ll still come across remote-controlled shades, too. You raise or lower these with a controller that relays signals to your shade’s motor. The only thing you have to do is press the buttons to move a shade up or down. 

You may need to connect your remote to your shades before getting started. Your remote control will include instructions. Generally, you’ll push a sequence of buttons that indicate to the shade motor that your remote is now paired with it. Keep those guidelines handy in case your controller forgets the connection and has to be bridged again.

Learn More About Modern Motorized Shades From Sunburst

The benefits of motorized window shades begins with the pros at Sunburst Shutters Las Vegas. We’ll share all you need to know about these technological wonders and help you choose the right one. Then we handle the expert installation. All you have to do is contact us at 702-850-6619 or complete the form below to book a free in-home consultation.