Residential and commercial automation system comprising wireless and wired controllers, monitored devices, controlled devices, sensors and software, for shades and blinds, sold individually or collectively, for use with a handheld remote, remotely through a variety of web-based tools and/or by computer; kits for automating window covering systems, consisting of a motor, solar cell and rechargeable battery and controls for controlling and operating shades and blinds; residential and commercial automation system comprising wireless and wired controllers, monitored devices, sensors and software, for windows, doors, and garage doors, sold individually or collectively, for use remotely through a variety of web-based tools and/or by computer; residential and commercial automation system comprising wireless and wired controllers, monitored devices, sensors and software, for door, entry systems, and security devices, sold individually or collectively, for use remotely through a variety of web-based tools and/or by computer; security devices and security systems in the nature of automation systems comprising wireless and wired controllers, controlled devices and software, for security, safety and other home and office monitoring and control applications

Motorized window shades; motorized window blinds; motorized window treatments in the nature of shades and blinds