Shading manufacturer, PowerShades has announced its new Gen2 RF Gateway, designed to give its RF automated shade (including battery-powered, DC, and AC) users faster and more efficient connectivity between their shades and the PowerShades dashboard, as well as with a range of other operating systems and devices.
The new Gen2 RF Gateway has a processing power of 550MHz, almost seven times faster than its predecessor, ensuring improved responsiveness and reliable performance. It also offers more internal storage than Gen1, allowing for future integrations.
Utilising Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) gives the Gen2 RF Gateway the most efficient power delivery through a single Ethernet cable, reducing energy usage, simplifying installation and reducing clutter.
PowerShades’ Gen2 RF Gateway also offers the option of USB-C Power, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of operating systems and devices. Additionally, thanks to its Dry Contact Input, the GEN2 RF Gateway enables versatile integration and enhances the flexibility of automation set up.
Audio and visual (RGB LED) indicators are included on the Gen2 RF Gateway to provide intuitive feedback. This new feature simplifies the process of recognising system status and troubleshooting issues.