Levolor – Smart Motorized Blinds, Shades & Window Treatment Ecosystem Overview

Created by Lamont Gibson, Modified on Wed, 1 Jul at 8:10 PM by Lamont Gibson

Purpose

This overview serves as the SmartHomeConcierge.ai master reference for the Levolor ecosystem. It provides a comprehensive summary of Levolor motorized blinds and shades, InMotion™ smart controls, mobile app capabilities, automation features, smart home integrations, connectivity options, and common configuration categories used by SmartHomeConcierge.ai technicians when assisting customers and creating device-specific configuration articles.

Levolor is one of North America's leading manufacturers of custom blinds and shades. Its latest InMotion™ Motorization platform enables homeowners to control compatible motorized window treatments using handheld remotes, the InMotion mobile app, voice assistants, schedules, and smart home integrations. Remote app and voice control require the InMotion Hub, which connects to the home's 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network.

Supported Product Families

Motorized Window Treatments

Cellular Shades
Roller Shades
Solar Shades
Roman Shades
Natural Woven Shades
Banded (Zebra) Shades
Faux Wood Blinds
Real Wood Blinds
Vertical Blinds
Sliding Panel Shades
Sheer Vertical Shades

Smart Accessories

InMotion™ Hub
Premium 6-Channel Remote
Basic 3-Channel Remote
Rechargeable Battery Packs
Battery Wands
Charging Accessories

Compatible motorization options vary by product family and lift style.

Primary Features

Motorized window treatments
Smartphone control
Remote control
Room grouping
Scene creation
Scheduled automation
Sunrise and sunset routines
Favorite positions
Multi-room control
Whole-home operation
Voice assistant support
Remote access
Shared household access
Rechargeable battery operation
Quiet motor operation

Levolor InMotion™ Mobile App

Using the InMotion app, homeowners can:

Open and close shades
Adjust blind positions
Organize devices by room
Create scenes
Create daily schedules
Create sunrise and sunset routines
Save favorite positions
Share access with household members
Control shades remotely (with Hub)
Manage multiple motorized window treatments

The InMotion Hub is required for app-based shade control and smart home integration.

Control Options

Depending on the installation, customers can control shades using:

Premium 6-Channel Remote
Basic 3-Channel Remote
InMotion Mobile App
InMotion Hub
Voice assistants
Smart home automations

The Premium 6-Channel Remote provides enhanced functionality and is required for some app features on legacy motorized products.

Smart Home Integrations

With the InMotion Hub installed, compatible Levolor products support integration with:

Amazon Alexa
Google Home
Samsung SmartThings
Siri Shortcuts
IFTTT

These integrations allow voice control and participation in broader smart home routines.

Automation Features

Customers can create:

Morning routines
Evening routines
Sunrise opening
Sunset closing
Vacation schedules
Privacy scenes
Favorite position shortcuts
Room-based automation
Whole-home shade control

Schedules can be based on:

Time of day
Day of week
Sunrise
Sunset

Connectivity

Depending on the product generation, Levolor supports:

Bluetooth (select legacy systems)
RF remote communication
Wi-Fi (via InMotion Hub)
Cloud remote access
Smartphone app control

The InMotion Hub connects to a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network and enables remote access and smart home integrations.

Power Options

Supported power configurations include:

Rechargeable battery pack
Battery wand
Plug-in power supply (selected models)
Hardwired power (selected custom installations)

Battery type and charging method depend on the specific window treatment.

Notifications

Users may receive notifications for:

Device offline
Successful pairing
Schedule execution
Hub connectivity status
Smart home integration status
Firmware or app updates

Notification availability varies by product generation and app version.

Maintenance

Routine maintenance includes:

Clean fabric or blind slats
Dust headrail and motor housing
Recharge batteries
Replace battery packs when needed
Verify remote operation
Test schedules
Check Wi-Fi connectivity
Inspect mounting brackets
Update the InMotion app
Verify Hub connectivity

Common Customer Configuration Requests

SmartHomeConcierge technicians frequently assist with:

Initial motorized shade setup
InMotion Hub installation
Pairing shades with the Hub
Pairing Premium 6-Channel Remotes
Pairing Basic 3-Channel Remotes
Creating rooms
Creating scenes
Setting favorite positions
Programming schedules
Configuring sunrise/sunset automation
Alexa setup
Google Home setup
SmartThings integration
Siri Shortcuts configuration
IFTTT setup
Reconnecting after router replacement
Battery replacement
Factory reset
Adding additional shades

Legacy vs. InMotion Systems

Levolor has offered multiple generations of motorized products.

Legacy Motorization

Bluetooth-enabled Premium 6-Channel Remote
Limited mobile app functionality
No native cloud connectivity
Different pairing procedures

InMotion™ Motorization

InMotion Hub
Smartphone app
Cloud remote access
Voice assistant support
Smart home integration
Enhanced scheduling
Room and scene management

The two systems are not fully compatible, and pairing methods, supported accessories, and app features vary by generation.

SmartHomeConcierge.ai Technician Notes

Before troubleshooting, collect:

Exact Levolor product type (cellular, roller, Roman, wood blind, etc.)
Motorization generation (Legacy or InMotion™)
InMotion Hub installed (Yes/No)
Remote type (Premium 6-Channel or Basic 3-Channel)
InMotion app version
Mobile device (Android or iPhone)
Wi-Fi network information (confirm 2.4 GHz availability)
Smart home platform (Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, Siri Shortcuts, IFTTT)
Power source (battery pack, battery wand, plug-in, or hardwired)
Description of the issue
Photos of the shade, headrail, remote, Hub, and any error messages

Identifying the exact Levolor product line, motorization generation, installed remote, and whether an InMotion Hub is present is essential before troubleshooting, as setup procedures, pairing methods, smart home compatibility, and available features differ significantly between legacy and current-generation Levolor motorized window treatments.