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Samson SRD77 Smart Remote – Somfy Optimo & Smartphone Control

Simple, smart and fully compliant

The Samson SRD77 Smart Remote is an insulated aluminium roller garage door for homeowners who want straightforward remote control operation with the added benefit of smartphone control. It uses a double‑skinned, foam‑filled curtain and is fully compliant with UK regulations for electric remote‑operated doors. A bottom‑edge safety sensor is fitted to the curtain, and additional infra‑red safety beams are included to support the smart control functionality and provide enhanced protection when the door is closing.

Remote handsets, wall switch and Somfy Optimo control

Every SRD77 Smart Remote is supplied with two Somfy Keytis remote handsets using RTS technology, giving you easy open/close control from your car or driveway and the ability to stop the door at any point in its travel. Inside the garage, a Somfy wireless, wall‑mounted button control switch is included as standard, which you can position anywhere within radio range to act as a convenient fixed control point without additional wiring.

At the centre of the system is the Somfy Optimo wall‑mounted control panel. This unit manages the signals between the motor, the remote handsets and the wireless wall switch, and can also integrate with other Somfy RTS access control devices if you decide to add them in future. The result is a simple, reliable control system that keeps daily operation intuitive and user friendly.

Smartphone app control with Somfy Connectivity kit

The SRD77 Smart Remote includes the Somfy Connectivity kit, allowing you to control your garage door using Somfy’s free smartphone app. Once connected, you can open, close and check the status of your garage door from virtually anywhere you have internet access, giving you reassurance and convenience whether you are at home or away.

You can link multiple smartphones to the same door, so different family members can have their own secure access. The Connectivity kit also lets you bring other compatible Somfy RTS or io products into the same app, such as blinds, awnings, electric gates or lighting, making the SRD77 Smart Remote an ideal choice if you are building or expanding a smart home ecosystem.

UK‑manufactured insulated roller door

Samson SRD77 insulated roller doors are manufactured in the UK by SWS/AlluGuard for Samson Doors, using many years of experience in roller doors and shutters. The curtain uses 77 mm high, double‑skinned aluminium slats with a foam‑filled core, providing insulation, a solid feel and smooth rolling operation. The compact roll is supported on 300 mm endplates that house the electric tube motor.

Doors are made to measure up to a maximum overall width of 5200 mm (including the guides). The maximum curtain height is 2900 mm, plus 300 mm above for the roll and endplates. Side channel guides are 70 mm or 90 mm wide depending on the door width; doors over 3000 mm wide always use 90 mm guides as standard, so the clear opening width is 180 mm less than the ordering width.

Colours, hoods and finishes

The SRD77 Smart Remote curtain is available in 18 premium, high‑quality powder‑coated colours, allowing you to match or complement your home’s exterior. Optional half or full hood covers in a matching colour can be specified to protect and conceal the roll, which is especially useful for inbetween‑fit installations or where the roll would otherwise be exposed.

If you would like a contrasting hood or guide colour to create a feature or tie in with other external elements, Samson Doors can provide details and pricing so you can tailor the look of the door to your property.

Manual override and emergency access

An internal manual winding handle system is fitted as standard, located alongside the electric motor, so you can open and close the door from inside if there is a power failure. This ensures you can continue to use the garage even when the mains power is off.

If your garage does not have a separate pedestrian access door, it is strongly recommended that you add the optional external low‑level emergency manual release. This allows you to operate the internal manual override from outside by unlocking a small cover plate and inserting the winding handle, ensuring you can still access the garage during a power cut.

Why choose the Samson SRD77 Smart Remote?

For anyone wanting an insulated electric roller garage door that combines simple Somfy Optimo remote control with full smartphone connectivity, the Samson SRD77 Smart Remote is an excellent choice. It offers UK‑made build quality, multiple control options and a wide range of sizes and finishes, making it a practical, future‑ready solution for modern homes.

 

 

 

 

 

Typical Applications – Samson SRD77 Smart Remote

The Samson SRD77 Smart Remote is ideal wherever you want the convenience of remote and smartphone control, combined with an insulated, space‑saving roller door. It suits modern homes where the garage is used for far more than just parking a car.

• Garages with daily vehicle access, where opening the door from your car or via a phone app saves time and avoids getting out in bad weather.
• Integral or attached garages, allowing you to open the door as you approach and drive straight in, then close it behind you with a handset or smartphone.
• Homes already using smart tech (lighting, blinds, gates) where adding the garage door to the same app and voice control platform makes everyday life easier.
• Garages used as multi‑purpose spaces – for storage, hobbies, gyms or workshops – where quick, hands‑free access via app or remote is a real benefit.
• Properties where several family members need access, using a combination of handsets, a wireless wall switch and app‑based control on individual phones.

No Hood, Half Hood or Full Hood?

This roller garage door is supplied as standard without a hood cover. If you are installing the door fully behind the opening, a hood is not strictly necessary, but you will see the curtain roll from inside the garage when the door is fully open.

Both the half hood and full hood options provide an aluminium fascia where you do not have enough headroom to completely hide the roll, or when you are installing underneath the garage lintel and the entire roll would otherwise be visible from outside. The fascia helps to cloak the roll, giving a neater finish and added protection.

A full hood cover encloses the roll more completely, which can improve weather protection and help reduce draughts inside the garage. It is particularly recommended where the door is more exposed to the elements or where you want the cleanest, most finished appearance.

Standard Specification and Features – Samson SRD77 Smart Remote (Somfy Optimo)

Key Smart & Remote Features

• Remote control: 2 Somfy RTS Keytis handsets supplied as standard for easy open/close control and the ability to stop the door at any point.
• Smartphone app control: Somfy Connectivity kit included, allowing up to 11 smartphones to be connected for app‑based control.
• Wireless internal wall switch: Included as a permanent wall‑mounted control point in your garage or home (within radio range).
• Somfy Optimo control panel: Wall‑mounted receiver/control unit managing the motor, handsets, wall switch and smart connection.
• Voice control ready: Compatible with Alexa and Google voice assistants, including voice control from supported in‑car systems.
• Smart home integration: Control other Somfy RTS or io products (such as blinds, awnings, gates and lighting) through the same app.
• Optical safety edge: Obstacle detection in the bottom seal to help prevent crushing and damage if the door meets an obstruction when closing.
• Additional safety beams: Infra‑red safety beams included to allow operation from anywhere via the app while maintaining compliance with safety regulations.

Further Technical Details

• Made to measure: Ordering sizes are the overall width of the door including guides, and the guide height, for accurate pricing and a precise fit.
• Remote control system: 2 Somfy RTS Keytis handsets as standard, controlled via the Somfy Optimo wall‑mounted control panel/receiver.
• Somfy Connectivity kit: Included to enable smart control via the free Somfy app and integration with other compatible devices.
• Safety systems: Optical safety edge in the bottom seal plus infra‑red beam protection for safe remote and smartphone operation.
• Warranty cover: 2‑year warranty as standard on the door, extended to 5 years on the Somfy motor and controls when the Somfy drive is selected.
• Insulated curtain: 77 mm double‑skinned aluminium slats, foam‑filled and pre‑finished in durable powder‑coat colours inside and out.
• Curtain slat depth: 18 mm for a strong, stable curtain with smooth rolling action.
• Guide sizes: 70 mm guides each side on doors up to 3000 mm wide; 90 mm guides each side on doors over 3000 mm wide. Aluminium guides available in a choice of colours.
• Compact roll: 300 mm endplate and roll/hood cover size for a neat fit in a wide range of openings.
• Colour range: Choice of 3 standard powder‑coat colours and 18 premium colour options.
• Internal manual override: Emergency winding facility from inside the garage in case of a power failure.

Extra‑Cost Options

• External low‑level manual override: Recommended where there is no other way to access your garage. Allows manual winding from outside in a power cut so you are not locked out.
• External key switch: Key‑operated control for opening and closing the door from outside without using a handset or smartphone.
• Half or full hood cover: Aluminium hood to cover the curtain roll, ideal for inbetween‑fit installations or where headroom is limited. Acts as a fascia to cloak the roll from view and adds extra weather protection.

Standard Colours

• White (RAL 9016)
• Anthracite Grey (RAL 7016)
• Black (RAL 9005)

Premium Colours

• Brown (RAL 8014)
• Chartwell Green
• Navy Blue (RAL 5011)
• Burgundy (RAL 3004)
• Light Beige (BS 08B17)
• Fir Green (RAL 6009)
• Ivory (RAL 1015)
• Agate Grey (RAL 7038)
• Silver Metallic (RAL 9006)
• Dark Brown (RAL 8019)
• Moss Green (RAL 6005)
• Cream White (RAL 9011)
• Graphite
• Slate Grey (RAL 7015)
• Duck Egg Blue

Installation Guidance – Samson SRD77 Smart Remote (Somfy Optimo)

The Samson SRD77 Smart Remote is designed for straightforward installation, combining a factory‑assembled insulated roller door with Somfy Optimo remote and smartphone controls. It can be fitted behind, inbetween or (with suitable hooding and sealing) in front of the opening, depending on space, reveal depth and the finish you want to achieve.

Pre‑installation checks

• Confirm the opening is reasonably square and plumb, with a solid fixing surface (brick, block, steel or suitable structural timber).
• Check that the ordered sizes and motor side handing match the site requirements.
• Ensure there is enough headroom for the 300 mm roll and endplates above the Guide Height, plus any hood if specified.
• Verify there is adequate side room for the guides (70 mm or 90 mm each side, depending on door width).
• Arrange a suitable 230–240 V single‑phase power supply to the control position, installed by a competent person to current UK regulations.

Positioning guides and roll

1. Marking out
   Measure the structural opening and compare with the ordering sizes. Mark the finished door position and centreline on the inside face, then mark the guide positions so they will be plumb and parallel.
2. Fixing the side guides
   Offer each aluminium guide into position and check with a spirit level that it is vertical. Fix through the pre‑drilled holes using appropriate fixings for the wall type, tightening evenly so the guides remain straight and parallel from top to bottom.
3. Setting the roll and endplates
   Lift the pre‑assembled roll and endplate unit into place above the opening, resting the endplates on the tops of the guides. Align so the curtain runs centrally in the guides, then fix the endplates securely back to the wall or suitable structure, ensuring they are level and that the roll has free clearance.

Mounting the Somfy Optimo control unit

1. Choosing the position
   Select an internal wall location near the motor side, within reach of the motor cable and incoming mains. Mount the control at a comfortable working height, away from damp areas and with space for cable entry and antenna placement.
2. Fixing the control box
   Secure the Optimo enclosure to the wall using appropriate fixings. Make sure it is level and that the front cover can be opened easily for wiring, setup and future servicing.

Electrical connection and control setup

1. Power supply
   Bring the dedicated 230–240 V supply into the Optimo control and connect according to the wiring diagram supplied with the unit. Fit a local isolator so the system can be safely switched off for maintenance.
2. Wiring the motor and safety devices
   Connect the tube motor leads to the motor terminals in the control unit. Wire the optical safety edge in the bottom seal and the infra‑red safety beams to the designated safety inputs, following the instructions to ensure correct operation and compliance.
3. Connecting the Somfy Connectivity kit
   Install and link the Connectivity kit to the Optimo control as directed in the smart control instructions so that the door can be paired with the Somfy app on smartphones.
4. Pairing the remote handsets
   Use the programming steps in the Optimo manual to register the Somfy Keytis handsets to the control unit, then test each handset to confirm open, close and stop functions work correctly.
5. Pairing the wireless wall switch
   Pair the Somfy wireless wall switch as an additional control. Once paired, mount it on an internal wall within radio range at a convenient height for daily use.

Setting limits and testing safety systems

1. Limit setting
   Set the upper and lower travel limits according to the motor/Optimo procedure. The lower limit should bring the curtain firmly onto the floor without excessive force; the upper limit should stop before the curtain overwinds or fouls the endplates.
2. Operational testing
   Run several

Warranty Information – Samson SRD77 Roller Garage Doors

All Samson SRD77 roller garage doors are covered by comprehensive warranties on both the Somfy drive systems and the door assembly itself. These terms apply to all SRD77 models supplied by Samson Doors (Button, Semi‑Auto, Remote, Premium Remote and Smart Remote), subject to correct installation, operation and maintenance.

Somfy Motors and Control Equipment – 5‑Year Warranty

The following Somfy components are guaranteed for a period of 5 years from the date of original purchase:

• Somfy tubular motors used on SRD77 doors
• Somfy Rollixo and Rollixo Premium control units
• Somfy Optimo control panels
• Somfy remote handsets (Keytis, Keygo and similar Somfy RTS/io transmitters)
• Somfy wireless wall switches
• Somfy Connectivity and smart control modules
• Somfy safety devices such as optical safety edges and infra‑red safety beams

This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship when Somfy equipment has been correctly installed, programmed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Door, Finish and Non‑Somfy Controls – 2‑Year Warranty

The following items are covered by a 2‑year parts‑only warranty from the date of original purchase:

• Samson SRD77 roller door assembly (curtain slats, bottom rail, guides, barrel and endplates)
• Factory‑applied powder‑coat exterior finish to the curtain and guides
• Manual override winding mechanism and associated components
• Samson‑branded motors where supplied
• Genesis, Teleco Simple and C10 control units

The exterior finish to Samson SRD77 roller doors is guaranteed to provide an effective weatherproof membrane that will resist perforation of the substrate from the weather side due to corrosion for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase. This includes externally fitted reverse‑roll SRD77 doors. Any colour change or fade during this period will be limited and broadly uniform across the face of the door.

Scope of the Guarantee

Within the relevant warranty period, where a manufacturing defect is identified, the manufacturer will, at its discretion:

• Repair the defective component or part, or
• Replace the defective component or part with an equivalent item, or
• Provide technical support to help diagnose and rectify the fault

The warranty is parts‑only unless otherwise agreed. Labour and call‑out costs may be chargeable depending on the circumstances, door age and purchase arrangements. Full details are available from Samson Doors on request.

Exclusions and Limitations

The warranty does not cover faults, damage or failures resulting from:

• Incorrect installation or commissioning, including non‑compliance with the supplied fitting instructions or relevant UK regulations
• Improper electrical supply, wiring or connection
• Misuse, abuse, accidental damage or neglect
• Failure to carry out recommended cleaning, inspection and maintenance
• Alterations or modifications to the door, motor or controls not approved by the manufacturer
• Normal wear and tear, minor cosmetic blemishes, scratches or colour changes that do not affect function
• Exposure to corrosive substances, aggressive environments or abnormal atmospheric conditions
• Impact damage from vehicles, tools or other objects
• Storm damage, flooding, lightning or other events outside normal weather conditions
• Attempted forced entry, vandalism or tampering
• Use of the product in commercial or industrial environments where the door was supplied for domestic use only

Conditions of Warranty

• The SRD77 door must be installed by a competent person strictly in accordance with the instructions supplied.
• All electrical work must be carried out by a suitably qualified electrician.
• The door must be used only for its intended purpose and within its stated operating limits.
• Safety devices (including optical safety edges and infra‑red beams where fitted) must remain connected and operational.
• Routine checks and basic maintenance should be carried out at reasonable intervals.
• Any suspected fault should be reported promptly to avoid further damage.
• Proof of purchase must be retained and produced when making a warranty claim.

How to Make a Warranty Claim

1. Contact Samson Doors or your original installer with details of the problem, the SRD77 model and the purchase date.
2. Provide proof of purchase (invoice, receipt or order confirmation).
3. Describe the fault clearly and supply photographs or video if possible to assist diagnosis.
4. Allow access for inspection and repair if a site visit is required.

The manufacturer will assess whether the fault is covered under warranty and, if so, arrange repair or replacement of the affected part in line with these terms.

Legal Rights and Liability

This warranty is in addition to your statutory rights under UK consumer law and does not affect those rights. Advice about your legal rights is available from your local Citizens’ Advice Bureau or Trading Standards office.

Liability under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement of defective components as described above. The warranty does not cover consequential or indirect losses, or damage to property or goods stored within the garage.

The warranty applies to the original purchaser and the original installation address only, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the manufacturer.

Measuring and Ordering Guidance – Samson SRD77 Smart

Ordering sizes for the Samson SRD77 Smart are based on the Over Guide Width (OGW) and Guide Height (GH). OGW is the overall width including both side guides. GH is the vertical height of the guides only and does not include the 300 mm required above for the roll and endplates.

Guide sizes and ordering width

• Doors up to 3000 mm wide use 75 mm guides on each side as standard.
• Doors over 3000 mm and up to 5200 mm wide use 90 mm guides on each side as standard.

To calculate your Over Guide Width (ordering width):

• For doors up to 3000 mm wide: OGW = structural opening width + 150 mm (2 × 75 mm).
• For doors over 3000 mm wide: OGW = structural opening width + 180 mm (2 × 90 mm).

Clear Opening Width will therefore be:

• Ordering width − 150 mm for doors up to 3000 mm wide.
• Ordering width − 180 mm for doors over 3000 mm wide.

Guide height, overall height and clear opening height

• The Guide Height (GH) is the ordering height and equals the vertical length of the side guides.
• The Overall Height required on site = Guide Height + 300 mm (to allow for the roll and endplates above the opening).

The approximate Clear Opening Height is:

• Guide Height − about 50 mm, allowing for the bottom slat to sit down into the guides when the door is fully open.

Behind‑fit installation

For a standard behind‑fit installation (door and guides fixed to the inside face of the opening):

• Measure the structural opening width and height.
• Use the formulas above to calculate the Over Guide Width (OGW) from the opening width.
• Use the desired clear opening height as your Guide Height, then check you have at least GH + 300 mm of headroom inside the garage.

Inbetween‑fit installation

For inbetween‑fit (between reveal) installations:

• Use the reveal width as your starting point and allow a tolerance (typically a few millimetres each side) so the guides will fit between the reveals without forcing.
• A half hood or full hood is usually recommended to cloak the roll and provide weather protection when fitting between the opening or under the lintel.
• Check that the internal reveal height can accommodate the Guide Height plus the 300 mm required above for the roll and endplates.

Allowing for fitting tolerances

When ordering for between‑fit installations, do not use the exact tight brick‑to‑brick width as your OGW. Always allow a small tolerance (typically 5–10 mm less than the measured reveal width overall) to account for walls that are not perfectly plumb or parallel and to give room for shimming and sealing. This makes installation easier and helps ensure the guides sit true without being forced into the opening.

If you are unsure about how to measure for a specific opening, particularly for inbetween‑fit or low‑headroom situations, please contact Samson Doors with your opening dimensions so they can confirm the correct ordering sizes before you place your order.