Frequently asked questions about smart blinds

It’s really simple – just follow the assembly instructions included in the package (you can also find these online too)

No, the blinds come together with a rechargeable battery, so no need to wire into the mains electricity.

The blinds can be used together with the included remote control or with the IKEA TRÅDFRI app (available to install on iOS or Android), via the TRÅDFRI gateway (sold separately). Multiple blinds can also be operated using a single remote control (once paired) or via the TRÅDFRI app. If the battery runs out and you need to pull the blind, you can carefully pull down the blind by hand.

Each individual blind is already paired. To pair additional blinds, hold the remote control close to the blind’s battery lid at the same time as you press and hold the small button on the remote control (next to the battery on the inside of the remoted). Press and hold for 10 seconds. See video below.

Should you need to unpair the blinds you carry out a factory reset (see below).

Yes, just follow the same process to pair one blind. You can pair up to 4 blinds. Please note that if you have more than one blind, they might go up and down at slightly different speeds, but this is normal.

The pairing button can be found inside the remote control.

In the event of needing to reset to the factory settings follow the steps below in this order:-

1. on the Signal repeater, insert a pin into the tiny hole next to the USB port
2. press the pairing button on the remote control 4 times
3. on the blind press both buttons together for more than 5 seconds

After the third step, wait 2 minutes, then the Signal repeater, remote and blind are ready for pairing.

First pair the remote with the Signal repeater. Press and hold the pairing button located inside the remote control, no more than 5 cm from the Signal repeater. Hold for 10 seconds until the red light appears. After that the remote and the repeater will start to communicate. Allow 2 minutes for the network to connect.

After, pair the blind with the remote. Press the pairing button on the remote no less than 5cm from the battery compartment on the blind. Hold for 10 seconds until the white light on the blind flashes. Allow 2 minutes for the network to connect.

Please note - the blind, remote control and the Signal repeater are paired in the factory, and there is no need to pair unless pairing several blinds together or after a factory reset.

If you need to pair again - start with remote and repeater, then remote with blind.

When pairing, the blind the two buttons should be pressed quite quickly together (otherwise if the time is too long it will go to factory reset)

For one short press on the remote – the blind will go up or down continuously. Press and hold the button and then release to stop the blind at the wished position. It’s best not to double click, or repeatedly click the remote as this create multiple signals/commands to the blind. Please note that the blind should not be used as a toy, but like all the IKEA blinds both FYRTUR and KADRILJ are safe for children.

Yes, you can attach it using the sticky pads on the remote control holder. Alternatively you can attach the holder with screws.

The repeater is a necessary part to help operate the blind (it will not work otherwise). It helps the signal communication between the blind and the remote control. It is a must to get the wireless function working correctly. The Signal repeater can sometimes be referred to as Zigbee repeater.

When there is no USB connected, the battery light will be off. During charging, the light is on, and will go off once the battery is fully charged. If there is a fault with the battery the LED light will flash.

After plugging in the signal repeater for the first time, it may takes a couple of minutes for all the electronic parts to start communicating together. This is the same if it is unplugged or if there is a power shortage.

There can be a small delay as the remote ‘communicates’ with the Zigbee repeater and then the blind itself.

You need the TRÅDFRI gateway to use the TRÅDFRI app. Download the app for free via Google Play or App Store, depending on which mobile device you have. Information on how to pair and add blinds can be found in the IKEA TRÅDFRI app.

By adding the TRÅDFRI gateway and IKEA TRÅDFRI app, this will allow the possibility to control the blinds via Apple Home Kit, Google Home or Amazon Alexa (where available). The Gateway will also ensure all the latest features and functionality are up to date.

With normal usage (up and down once a day), a fully charged battery should last 4 to 6 months before needing to be recharged. Like any battery, the ability to hold a charge will gradually reduce over time. When first installed the blind may be used more frequently and this will of course have an impact on how long the battery charge will last.

4-5 hours with the IKEA charger.

Yes, spare batteries are available in some markets as an optional article.

The remote control can steer the blinds from a 10 metre distance. Using the TRÅDFRI gateway and IKEA TRÅDFRI app you can control the blinds from within your home as long as you have an internet connection. If you have Apple Home Kit, Google Home or Amazon Alexa connected to the TRÅDFRI Gateway you will be able to control the blinds from outside the home as these integrations are not wireless dependent.

Yes, via the IKEA TRÅDFRI app and the gateway.

Yes, we will have a 5 year guarantee (more details will follow, but the intention in to work with the usual guarantee communication).

No, but you can use them in all other indoor areas of the home.

You can pull the blind down manually, and then recharge the battery to be able to raise it again.

Both have the same motorised mechanism that can also work with TRÅDFRI. KADRILJ fabric is sheer and will let some light through but provide privacy. FYRTUR has a block out woven material that darkens your room and blocks out the light – perfect for a great sleeping environment. There is a slight difference in the speed which FYRTUR and KADRILJ retract and go down.

Yes – KADRILJ has the same fabric as SKOGSKLÖVER grey blinds, and FYRTUR has the same fabric as TRETUR grey.

No, but we have both KADRILJ and FYRTUR in 5 different sizes 60cm, 80cm, 100cm, 120cm and 140cm.

Move the blinds to the desired position using the buttons on the blind. When the blind is at the desired position, you can double press the up or down button on the blind to save this position as the new maximum level of extension. If you would like to clear the maximum level of extension setting, first move the blind to the top position. Afterwards, double press either the up or down button on the blind.

The pre-set functions in the IKEA TRÅDFRI app can create the same settings from one day to the next.

The steering device is also known as the open close remote.

Please note – if you have more than one blind paired they may sometimes go up and down slightly out of sync. This is normal and is a consequence of energy saving.