TaHoma Switch Guide:
Installing and creating smart scenarios

Making your home a smarter and more connected environment has never been easier and more accessible, thanks to the ever-increasing popularity of smart devices and solutions such as Somfy's TaHoma Switch home automation hub. This device is proposed as the beating heart of the smart home, simplifying daily life through the centralized management of shutters, lights, alarm systems, thermostats and much more.

With an intuitive configuration and a high level of customization, the Somfy home hub offers the possibility to create a tailor-made home environment, improving comfort, security and energy efficiency.

In this article, we take a detailed look at the features, functionalities and installation methods of TaHoma Switch, providing all the information you need to make the most of this smart home device.
 

What is TaHoma Switch and how does it work

The Somfy TaHoma Switch is a solution designed to transform the home into a connected and manageable environment in an intelligent way. This device acts as a central hub, allowing you to control a wide range of smart home devices, from motorized roller shutters and blinds to lighting, heating and security systems.

Its installation does not require invasive interventions, being designed for quick and easy integration into any home.

The operation of TaHoma Switch is based on Wi-Fi connectivity, which allows the device to interface with the home internet network and control other smart devices through the TaHoma home automation app. This app, available for both iOS and Android, offers users the ability to create tailored scenarios that meet specific needs, automating daily routines.

For example, you can configure the "Good morning" scenario so that with a simple touch or voice command, the shutters open and the lights gradually turn on in the morning; or the "Goodnight" scenario to close shutters, turn off lights and activate security systems; or, in the same way, the "Movie Night" scenario could lower the blinds, decrease the lights and raise the temperature, and so on. 

The open and flexible architecture of TaHoma Switch makes it compatible with hundreds of Somfy and other brands' products, ensuring advanced customization and scalability that adapts to evolving user needs. 

The hub's display menu is also fully customizable, while also offering the ability to set favorites and create device groups.
 

Compatibility and integration with other devices 

Thanks to compatibility with the main radio protocols such as io-homecontrol, RTS and Zigbee 3.0, this device offers the flexibility necessary to connect and coordinate devices of different brands, allowing you to choose the products that best suit your needs, without being limited to a single ecosystem.

TaHoma Switch is in fact designed to work in synergy with over 300 Somfy devices and other leading brands in the sector, ensuring extensive compatibility that includes shutters, lights, alarm systems, cameras and thermostats.

Compatibility with voice assistants and integration with the Alexa, Google Home and Apple HomeKit ecosystems enriches the ways of interaction, allowing you to manage your home simply by using your voice. Finally, there is also IFTTT support, a platform that further extends the possibilities of automation. 
 

TaHoma Switch: instructions and user guide

Now let's see what you need to know about the configuration and installation of the hub and how to make the most of the features offered. 
 

Installing TaHoma Switch: First Steps and Setup

Installing and configuring TaHoma Switch is very simple and takes just a few minutes. First, it's essential to make sure you have a stable Wi-Fi connection and know your network login credentials. It is important to place the device in a central point of the house to ensure optimal communication with all connected smart devices.

Before physical installation, we recommend downloading the Somfy TaHoma home automation app on your smartphone or tablet, available on both the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store, to facilitate initial setup.

Once the app has been downloaded and the hub connected, you must then follow the steps indicated to connect the device to the home Wi-Fi network. The app will guide you through registering or logging into your Somfy account, which is necessary for managing connected devices.

Once the internet connection is established, the app allows you to add compatible smart devices, such as roller shutters, sensors, lights and alarm systems, following the specific instructions for each type of device. 
 

Create and customize scenarios with TaHoma Switch

The strength of TaHoma Switch lies in its ability to personalize the home experience, making every daily routine simple and automatic. 

To fully exploit the potential of this device, a key step is the creation and customization of scenarios that automate the actions of different devices according to your needs: for example, opening or closing shutters, turning lights on or off, activating the alarm system or adjusting the heating. You can create advanced scenarios that integrate multiple devices and conditions.

Each scenario can be configured to trigger based on set times, specific events, the condition of a given device, or outdoor conditions, such as sunset, motion detection, or outdoor temperature.

In this regard, it is important to integrate, among other devices , sensors that allow scenarios based on environmental conditions or specific events to be activated. TaHoma Switch can, in fact, be combined with temperature, humidity, motion or light sensors, making it possible, for example, to automatically activate cooling or heating when a certain temperature is reached or to turn on the lights when darkness falls.

We are not only talking about comfort and energy savings, but also about safety. With TaHoma Switch, home protection reaches new heights thanks to the integration of alarm systems, security cameras and sensors. 

You can create custom security scenarios that trigger in response to specific conditions, such as detecting unexpected motion or opening doors and windows at night. You can also program presence simulation scenarios, which randomly turn the lights on and off when the house is empty, to deter potential intruders.

Thanks to the advanced management offered by the hub, users can monitor the security status of their home in real time, receiving immediate notifications on their smartphone in the event of alarms or unusual events. 
 

How to create a workflow

Scenario programming is done through a series of intuitive steps in the TaHoma app. The user will need to select the devices to include in the scenario, specify the desired actions , and decide when and how these actions should be performed.

Here's a quick step-by-step guide:

1. Access to the TaHoma app: open the TaHoma app on your smartphone or tablet and select the scenarios section;
2. Workflow creation: Click the button to add a new workflow. Here, you will be able to name the scenario and select the actions that the devices will have to perform;
3. Device selection: choose the devices to be included in the scenario, such as roller shutters, lights, alarm systems, etc.;
4. Configuration of actions: for each selected device, specify the action it will have to perform (e.g. open the shutters, turn on the lights);
5. Time scheduling: At this point, you can decide whether you want the scenario to trigger at a specific time of day, based on environmental conditions, or manually via the app or hub buttons;
6. Button assignment: For faster control, you can assign the scenario to one of the physical buttons on the TaHoma Switch, so you can activate it with a simple touch.
    

TaHoma Switch: the complete solution for a (really) smart home

We have seen how TaHoma Switch is able to offer simple and intuitive management of smart devices, allowing, through simple steps, to create customized scenarios, improving overall comfort, energy efficiency and safety. Offering different control modes (app, voice or via physical buttons to which a specific scenario can be assigned), this home automation hub stands out for its flexibility and the possibility of creating a scalable smart ecosystem tailored to the user. 

Finally, for those who are evaluating which smart solution is the most suitable for their needs, we recommend taking a look at the comparison between the TaHoma Switch and the Somfy Connectivity Kit, a less advanced product that does not provide scenarios, therefore ideal for those with more basic needs. 
 

Angelica Filomena is content creator and co-founder of Smartdomotica.it, the portal dedicated to the world of home automation, smart home, technology, smart home and smart life. Smartdomotica's mission is to help users by answering the most common doubts and questions and providing information content of concrete value. Angelica has held important roles in digital marketing for several international companies and was responsible for the Smart Home and DIY department of Amazon Italy.