Overview
Changshade Blackout Smart Blinds use motorized cellular shades for indoor windows and doors. They combine electric power, remote operation, app control, and voice control.
These custom-size honeycomb blinds support Alexa and Google Home. Also, the cordless design removes control cords that children and pets could become tangled in.
The shades are designed to regulate incoming natural daylight and sunlight. They support indoor climate control and energy savings through reflective and insulating properties. Also, the blackout fabric supports light control for windows and doors.
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Key takeaways
- The dual-layer cellular fabric uses a blackout design in Dark Blue.
- Control options cover a remote, the eWelink app, and supported voice-control devices.
- The smart shades work directly with five listed Alexa device versions.
- Installation requires no wiring and supports inside or outside mounting.
- The custom-size process requires careful window measurements before ordering.
- The package includes mounting hardware, directions, and a one-year Changshade warranty.
What the product is designed to do
These motorized blackout cellular shades regulate incoming natural daylight and sunlight. Also, their reflective and insulating properties support indoor climate control and energy savings.
Remote, app, and voice controls support connected operation through smartphones and networked devices. In addition, the shades can move continuously to make a home seem inhabited when nobody is home.
This motion is intended to create a sense of security and help prevent break-ins. The blackout design also covers indoor window and door use.
Materials, dimensions, and technical details
| Detail | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Changshade |
| Shade type | Motorized cellular shades and honeycomb blinds |
| Fabric | Dual-layer fabric |
| Opacity | Blackout |
| Color | Dark Blue |
| Power | Electric power |
| Controls | Remote, app, and voice control |
| Smart-home support | Alexa and Google Home |
| Recommended use | Indoor |
| Specific uses | Door, home décor, and window |
The custom-size flow uses a “Customize Now” selection. Also, the measurement guidance helps calculate the fittest shade size for the window.
Direct Alexa support covers Echo Plus (2nd Gen), Echo Show (2nd Gen), and Echo Studio. It also covers Echo Show 10 and Echo (4th Gen).
Installation and placement notes
Installation requires no wiring. Also, the mounting brackets support both inside and outside mounting.
The included directions cover the physical setup. Before installation, the custom-size process requires reading the selection guide and measuring the window correctly.
App setup begins by downloading the eWelink app on a smartphone and registering. Next, connect the smartphone to a gateway.
Activate the smart cellular shades and connect them to the gateway. Then edit the shade name and use the app controls.
The smart cellular shade control system also includes a handheld remote. This gives the shade another supported control method beyond the app and voice controls.
Performance characteristics described
The cellular shades regulate incoming natural daylight and sunlight. Also, the reflective and insulating properties support indoor climate control and energy savings.
The blackout fabric supports light control through a dual-layer cellular construction. In addition, the motorized design supports operation through an internet connection using smartphones or smart speakers.
Alexa and Google Home compatibility covers app and voice control. Direct operation also supports the five listed Alexa versions.
The cordless construction removes hanging control cords. As a result, children and pets cannot become tangled in those cords.
Continuous shade movement can make a home seem inhabited when nobody is home. This function is intended to create a sense of security and help prevent break-ins.
Pros
- Blackout dual-layer fabric supports indoor light control.
- Remote, app, and voice controls cover several operating methods.
- Alexa and Google Home compatibility supports connected control.
- Installation requires no electrical wiring.
- Inside-mount and outside-mount hardware comes with the shades.
- The cordless design removes control cords around children and pets.
Cons
- The custom-size process requires accurate window measurements.
- The selection guide must be reviewed before choosing the shade size.
- App control uses a gateway connection during the eWelink setup flow.
- Each custom shade is made specifically and usually does not accept returns without a quality issue.
FAQ
Are these custom-size smart shades?
Yes. The custom process uses a “Customize Now” selection and requires correct window measurements to calculate the fittest size.
How can the shades be controlled?
The shades support remote control, app control, and voice control. Also, connected operation uses smartphones or networked devices such as smart speakers.
Which Alexa devices support direct operation?
Direct support covers Echo Plus (2nd Gen), Echo Show (2nd Gen), and Echo Studio. It also covers Echo Show 10 and Echo (4th Gen).
What comes with the motorized blinds?
The package includes dual-layer fabric motorized blinds and a remote control. Also, it includes mounting brackets, directions, and a one-year Changshade warranty.
Does installation require wiring?
No wiring is required for installation. The included hardware supports inside and outside mounting.
How does the eWelink connection work?
Download the eWelink app, register, and connect the smartphone to a gateway. Next, activate the app-controlled smart blinds, connect them to the gateway, edit the name, and use the app.