Roller Refresh
Our product engineers at Hunter Douglas Architectural took a fresh look at roller shades, taking the best from decades of experience to create the RB 500+ system. Features to solve tricky conditions, ensure smooth and quiet operation, and lift oversize shades with a wide selection of motorized options. Plus, a few hundred fabric choices.
Overview
The key feature of the RB 500+ automated roller shade system is its versatility, with components to support numerous motor types and mechanisms. Perfect for commercial applications, this modular system allows installation in a wide range of shade sizes and positions.
Product Details
Key Features
- Select RB 500+ Automated Roller Shade systems now UL Certified
- Standard Duty and Heavy Duty brackets and clutches designed to fit seamlessly together, creating a sleek profile
- Redesigned dual bracket allows for both automated and manual shades on one system
- High-performance fabrics available including E Screen with KOOLBLACK® Technology, and Cradle to Cradle Certified™ fabrics GreenScreen Revive® and GreenScreen® Evolve™
- Modular operating system accommodates numerous automated applications
- Universal spring-loaded end plug mounts shades securely and provides for smooth and easy installation
- Counter balance weight system provides for ease of lifting roller shades over large expanses.
- Backed by our Lifetime Guarantee
System Description
- Mechanism: automation
- Fabrics:
- Over 70 fabrics in more than 500 colors
- All fabrics are FR rated for commercial applications
- Openness factors range from 0% to 25%
- Widths:
- 22"-170" (Automated, varies by fabric)
- Up to 360" (Coupled Systems*)
- Heights: 12" to 240" (varies by fabric*)
* Can be exceeded with engineering approval
Design Options
- Motorization With Switch and Remote Control
- Standard Motor with Centralized Group Control
- AC motors raise and lower shades via a switch or remote control
- Automation With Intelligent Control
- Intelligent Wireless AC and DC Motors operate via radio frequency (RF) communication and can include wall switches, hand-held remotes, smartphones/tablets, or third-party control devices
- Intelligent Wired AC and DC Motors offer a virtually unlimited number of timers, control input devices, and the highest level of third-party integration available
- Battery operation available
- Fascia, Fascia With Top and Back Cover
- Aluminum fascia (standard 3" or 4") with top or back cover (standard 3"or 4") to conceal shade mechanism from front, sides, and top/back
- Widths from 12" to 192"; heights from 12" to 240"
- Available in anodized aluminum finish, white, vanilla, bronze, or black
- 7" fascia available for dual shade systems only
- Blockout With Side Channels
- Aluminum side channels, sill channels, and RB 500 bottom bar, fitted with light-blocking wool pile to prevent light leakage around edges and bottom of shade
- Ideal for room-darkening and A/V applications
- Available in anodized aluminum finish or painted white, vanilla, bronze, or black
- Reverse Roll
- Fabric mounted to descend from the interior (rather than window-facing) side, concealing the roll and creating a more finished appearance
- Oversized Shades
- Special accommodations for oversized window applications available
- Dual Shades
- Add versatility to any space by allowing two different styles of fabrics to be used on the same window (one in front of the other)
- An unlimited number of combinations available for different shade materials
Fabric Selector
NOTE: Color and fabric images are for illustration only. For accurate specification, please request product samples.
Click on fabric to view colorways and specifications.
The color of a fabric and the openness of its weave play a significant role in determining occupants' views to the outside. Check out our View Through Simulation Tool to find the ideal combination for your next project.
Filter Swatches by Openness and/or Attribute
0%
<1%
1-2%
3-5%
6%+
Acoustical
Cradle to Cradle Certified ™
EPD / HDP
High-Performance
PVC-Free
Request a sample by emailing us.
windowcoverings@hunterdouglas.comCAD / PDF Drawings
Name | Id | DWG | RVT | |
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RB 500+ Standard Duty Auto Bracket 38 Inside Mount | RB+MOT-SDB38-INSIDE | |||
RB 500+ Standard Duty Auto Bracket 46 Inside Mount | RB+MOT-SDB46-INSIDE | |||
RB 500+ Standard Duty Auto Bracket 55 Inside Mount | RB+MOT-SDB55-INSIDE | |||
RB 500+ Standard Duty Auto 3in Fascia Bracket Inside Mount | RB+MOT-3IN_INSIDE | |||
RB 500+ Standard Duty Auto 3in Fascia Bracket Blockout Inside Mount | RB+MOT-3IN_BO-INSIDE | |||
RB 500+ Heavy Duty Auto Bracket 55L Inside Mount | RB+MOT-HD55L-INSIDE | |||
RB 500+ Heavy Duty Auto Bracket 75L Inside Mount | RB+MOT-HD75L-INSIDE | |||
RB 500+ Heavy Duty Auto 4in Fascia Bracket Inside Mount | RB+MOT-4IN-INSIDE | |||
RB 500+ Heavy Duty Auto 4in Fascia Bracket Blockout Inside Mount | RB+MOT-4IN_BO-INSIDE |
Installation Instructions
Download Installation Instructions
Sustainability
Indoor Environmental Quality
Hunter Douglas Architectural is committed to meeting the growing demand for healthier, more sustainable products. Meeting the rigorous and comprehensive standards for low emissions of VOCs, our GREENGUARD Certified and GREENGUARD Gold Certified fabrics contribute to the overall indoor air quality and general health of a building space.
Product Declarations
Hunter Douglas understands the importance of transparency to sustainable design and building. From raw material extradition through final disposal or reuse, we can provide life-cycle assessments on many of our product's environmental and health impacts.
- E Screen Deco™ 1% EPD
- E Screen Deco™ 1% HPD
- E Screen Deco™ 3% EPD
- E Screen Deco™ 3% HPD
- E Screen™ 0.5% EPD
- E Screen™ 0.5% HPD
- E Screen™ 7501 EPD
- E Screen™ 7501 HPD
- E Screen™ 7503 EPD
- E Screen™ 7503 HPD
- E Screen™ 7505 EPD
- E Screen™ 7505 HPD
- E Screen™ 7510 EPD
- E Screen™ 7510 HPD
- E Screen™ 7701 with KOOLBLACK® Technology EPD
- E Screen™ 7701 with KOOLBLACK® Technology HPD
- E Screen™ 7703 with KOOLBLACK® Technology EPD
- E Screen™ 7703 with KOOLBLACK® Technology HPD
- E Screen™ 7705 with KOOLBLACK® Technology EPD
- E Screen™ 7705 with KOOLBLACK® Technology HPD
- Flocke® HPD
- GreenScreen Evolve® HPD
- GreenScreen Revive® 1% HPD
- GreenScreen Revive® 5% HPD
- M Screen Deco™ 3% EPD
- M Screen Deco™ 3% HPD
- M Screen Deco™ 5% EPD
- M Screen Deco™ 5% HPD
- M Screen™ 8501 EPD
- M Screen™ 8501 HPD
- M Screen™ 8503 EPD
- M Screen™ 8503 HPD
- M Screen™ 8505 EPD
- M Screen™ 8505 HPD
- Natté™ 10% EPD
- Natté™ 10% HPD
- Natté™ 3% EPD
- Natté™ 3% HPD
- Natté™ 5% EPD
- Natté™ 5% HPD
- Sparta Twilight™ 0% HPD
- T Screen™ 1% EPD
- T Screen™ 1% HPD
- T Screen™ 3% EPD
- T Screen™ 3% HPD
- T Screen™ 9701 with KOOLBLACK® Technology 1% EPD
- T Screen™ 9701 with KOOLBLACK® Technology 1% HPD
- T Screen™ 9703 with KOOLBLACK® Technology 3% EPD
- T Screen™ 9703 with KOOLBLACK® Technology 3% HPD
- T Screen™ Deco 1% EPD
- T Screen™ Deco 1% HPD
- T Screen™ Deco 3% EPD
- T Screen™ Deco 3% HPD
- T Screen™ Deco 5% EPD
- T Screen™ Deco 5% HPD
- Vizela™ HPD
Automation
Name | Download |
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Fast Connector Info Sheet | |
Alternative Control Options for Standard Motors | |
Standard Motor to Switch | |
Individual Group Control (IGC) 4n1 Controller Info Sheet | |
Individual Group Control (IGC) 4n1 Connection Configuration | |
Individual Group Control (IGC) 4N1 Motor Controller Dual Shade Application | |
Individual Group Control (IGC) 4N1 Motor Controller Installation and Operating Instructions | |
Individual Group Control (IGC) 4N1 Motor Controller Technical Sheet | |
Individual Group Control (IGC) 4N1 Motor Controller Solar Shade Application | |
Individual Group Control (IGC) 4N1 Multi Motor Controller Solar Shade Application | |
Individual Group Control (IGC) 4N1 Motor Controller Two Room One IGC Application | |
Individual Group Control (IGC) 4N1 Motor Controller Third Party Integration | |
Individual Group Control (IGC) 4N1 Motor Controller RTS Receiver Application | |
DecoFlex Dry Contact Keypad Info Sheet |
Name | Download |
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Fast Connector Info Sheet | |
Somfy RTS Information Sheet | |
Intelligent Motor to Wireless RTS Switch | |
Telis 1 Chronis RTS Hand-Held Remote | |
Situo® RTS Hand-Held Remote | |
Situo® RTS Specification Sheet | |
DecoFlex Wirefree Keypad Instructions | |
RTS Repeater | |
DecoFlex Wirefree RTS Table Top Accessory | |
DecoFlex Wirefree RTS Wall Switch | |
Telis RTS Hand-Held Remote | |
Telis 1 Chronis RTS Instructions | |
Telis 16 Hand-Held Remote | |
Telis 16 RTS Hand-Held Remote Specification Sheet | |
TaHoma® RTS/Zigbee Smartphone and Tablet Interface | |
TaHoma® RTS/Zigbee Smartphone and Tablet Interface Specifications | |
Universal RTS Interface Operating Instructions | |
Universal RTS Interface Specification Sheet | |
Universal RTS Interface | |
Smoove® 1 RTS Wall Switch | |
Smoove® 4 RTS Wall Switch | |
Smoove® RTS Wall Switch | |
Soliris RTS Installation Instructions | |
Soliris RTS Sun and Wind Sensor | |
24v DC RTS Motor Connection Configuration with Plug-in Power Supply | |
24V DC RTS Motor Connection Configurations with Power Distribution Enclosure |
Name | Download |
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Sonesse® Ultra 50 RTS 506A2 | |
Sonesse® 50 RTS 506S2 | |
Sonesse® 50 RTS 510S2 | |
LT50 Altus RTS 525A2 | |
Sonesse® 40 RTS (404S2, 406A2, 409R) | |
Sonesse® 40 Wirefree RTS Li-ion | |
Roll Up 28 Wirefree RTS | |
Sonesse® 28 WIREFREE RTS | |
Sonesse® 30 RTS | |
Sonesse® 30 Wirefree RTS Li-ion | |
Sonesse® Ultra 30 Wirefree RTS Li-ion | |
Sonesse ® Ultra 50 DC RTS |
Name | Download |
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Fast Connector Info Sheet | |
Somfy® SDN 2.0 Information Sheet | |
Intelligent Motor to Wired SDN Switch | |
Bus Power Supply Somfy Digital Network Overview | |
Data Hub Specification Sheet | |
Data Panel Specification Sheet | |
Extender | |
Power Panel for SDN | |
Somfy Connect™ UAI Plus Info Sheet | |
Somfy Connect BMS Interface | |
Somfy Connect™ LTI Info Sheet |
Document Library
Name | Download |
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RB 500+ Standard Duty Deductions and Light Gap Chart | |
RB 500+ Heavy Duty Deductions and Light Gap Chart | |
RB 500+ Automated 5.25" Dual Pocket - ST30R WireFree RTS Motor | |
RB 500+ Automated 5.875" Dual Bracket - ST30R WireFree RTS Motor | |
Automated Roller Shades RB 500+ CSI Spec - Standard Motor with Centralized Intelligence (ICG 4N1) | DOCX |
Automated Roller Shades RB 500+ CSI Spec - Intelligent Wireless (RTS) | DOCX |
Automated Roller Shades RB 500+ CSI Spec - Intelligent Wired (SDN 2.0) | DOCX |
Name | Download |
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UL Certified RB 500+ Roller Shades Info Sheet | |
RB 500+ Automated Roller Shades Info Sheet | |
RB 500+ Coupled Roller Shades Info Sheet | |
RB 500+ Fascia Color and Design Options | |
RB 500+ Hembar Color and Design Options | |
RB 500+ Pocket Color and Design Options | |
Cleaning, Maintenance and Operating Instructions | |
Lifetime Guarantee |
Name | Download |
---|---|
E Screen Deco™ 1% EPD | Link |
E Screen Deco™ 1% HPD | Link |
E Screen Deco™ 3% EPD | Link |
E Screen Deco™ 3% HPD | Link |
E Screen™ 0.5% EPD | Link |
E Screen™ 0.5% HPD | Link |
E Screen™ 7501 EPD | Link |
E Screen™ 7501 HPD | Link |
E Screen™ 7503 EPD | Link |
E Screen™ 7503 HPD | Link |
E Screen™ 7505 EPD | Link |
E Screen™ 7505 HPD | Link |
E Screen™ 7510 EPD | Link |
E Screen™ 7510 HPD | Link |
E Screen™ 7701 with KOOLBLACK® Technology EPD | Link |
E Screen™ 7701 with KOOLBLACK® Technology HPD | Link |
E Screen™ 7703 with KOOLBLACK® Technology EPD | Link |
E Screen™ 7703 with KOOLBLACK® Technology HPD | Link |
E Screen™ 7705 with KOOLBLACK® Technology EPD | Link |
E Screen™ 7705 with KOOLBLACK® Technology HPD | Link |
Flocke® HPD | Link |
GreenScreen Evolve® HPD | Link |
GreenScreen Revive® 1% HPD | Link |
GreenScreen Revive® 5% HPD | Link |
M Screen Deco™ 3% EPD | Link |
M Screen Deco™ 3% HPD | Link |
M Screen Deco™ 5% EPD | Link |
M Screen Deco™ 5% HPD | Link |
M Screen™ 8501 EPD | Link |
M Screen™ 8501 HPD | Link |
M Screen™ 8503 EPD | Link |
M Screen™ 8503 HPD | Link |
M Screen™ 8505 EPD | Link |
M Screen™ 8505 HPD | Link |
Natté™ 10% EPD | Link |
Natté™ 10% HPD | Link |
Natté™ 3% EPD | Link |
Natté™ 3% HPD | Link |
Natté™ 5% EPD | Link |
Natté™ 5% HPD | Link |
Sparta Twilight™ 0% HPD | Link |
T Screen™ 1% EPD | Link |
T Screen™ 1% HPD | Link |
T Screen™ 3% EPD | Link |
T Screen™ 3% HPD | Link |
T Screen™ 9701 with KOOLBLACK® Technology 1% EPD | Link |
T Screen™ 9701 with KOOLBLACK® Technology 1% HPD | Link |
T Screen™ 9703 with KOOLBLACK® Technology 3% EPD | Link |
T Screen™ 9703 with KOOLBLACK® Technology 3% HPD | Link |
T Screen™ Deco 1% EPD | Link |
T Screen™ Deco 1% HPD | Link |
T Screen™ Deco 3% EPD | Link |
T Screen™ Deco 3% HPD | Link |
T Screen™ Deco 5% EPD | Link |
T Screen™ Deco 5% HPD | Link |
Vizela™ HPD | Link |