Somfy or other manufacturer's shades

[keithcroshaw]

Every commercially available solution is too rich for my blood. All that I require is blind tilting which can be done with a cheap servo.

I’m embarking on a Particle (Spark) Photon controlled servos to interface with the blind tilting mechanism.

Automated Window Blinds - Spark Core

So I purchased a Spark Core a few weeks back and decided to have some fun. First and foremost a big thank you to @juano2310, I borrowed and updated your Spark Core device type. It now serves as a dimmer switch for blinds. So the core of the code is located here: Things you will need: A Spark Core A servo (preferably analog) Standard horizontal slat window blinds (plantation style will work too) DIY mentality Steps Wire up your spark core with the servo. Create your Spark Core Blinds device type using the github code Create your window Blinds device Load the Spark code to www.spark.io/build Add the Spark Core device id and access token to the device this can be done on the smart app under preferences for the device. Put on your DIY hat finally and with your wife’s per…