How to configure a TaHoma switch?
You want to set up and configure a Somfy TaHoma switch, here are the general steps to configure the gateway:
1. Installation and activation
A. Download and install the "TaHoma by Somfy" app
This app is available for free on Apple App store and Google Play store:
What are the minimum compatible OS supported by the TaHoma by Somfy app?
B. Connect and activate the TaHoma switch
a. Open the application
b. Start a new installation by selecting your box model
c. Connect the power supply
Once the hub is connected to an outlet, wait for the LED on the top to flash blue. It could take 5 minutes.
If the LED is not flashing blue, follow this FAQ: Why the TaHoma switch is not flashing blue at the begining of the installation process?
d. Wi-Fi connection
Accept Bluetooth then select the Wi-Fi network and enter its password.
The Wi-Fi network must be in 2.4 GHz and secured with a password.
If you encounter issues during the detection or the connection of the TaHoma to the Wi-Fi network, follow this FAQ: Why the TaHoma Switch is not detected during Installation or fails to connect to Wi-Fi network?
e. TaHoma switch activation
Create a new account or log in if the user already has a Somfy account.
Note: The e-mail adress must not already be used with another TaHoma box.
Follow the remainings steps on the TaHoma application to complete the activation.
2. Pairing products
A. Entering pairing mode
Open the application.
In the "My home" menu click on "add equipment"
B. Product type selection
Select the category of the equipment to be added.
C. Pairing
Follow the detailed steps on the TaHoma to complete the pairing.
To go further, refer to these FAQs:
- How to add new equipment and products in the TaHoma® app?
- How to add your garage door motorisation GDK in the TaHoma® app?
3. Create scenes and customise your experience with TaHoma
A. Create your first scenes
a. Manual scene
Launch your scene when you want:
b. Scheduled scene
Automate your home so your scene plays on a specific time or date:
c. Advanced scene
Create even more personalized combinations, for exeample with multiple conditions and sensors:
d. Pre-set and suggested scenes
- How to easily personalise suggested scenes in the TaHoma® app?
- What is the "Holiday" scene and how to configure it in TaHoma?
- What is the "Thermal comfort" pre-set scene and how to configure it on the TaHoma app?
- What is the "Alarm intrusion" pre-set scene?
- How to manage my house's consumption at night using the "Night" pre-set scene?
- What are the preconfigured scenes "Airing Notification" and “Smart Airing” in TaHoma?
B. Customise your TaHoma
a. Adding a voice assistant
Note: Voice assistants are third-party services. Depending on the country of installation and the model of the voice assistant, their availability and features may differ.
