Summary: Get an overview of manual and motorized operating systems available for Hunter Douglas window treatments, including cordless, wand, loop, and smart-home compatible options.
Applies To: Hunter Douglas Window Coverings
Operating Systems
1. Cordless Manual Systems
2. Corded Manual Systems
3. Shutter Operating Systems
4. Vertical and Panel Systems
5. Motorized Operating Systems
Cordless Manual Systems
LiteRise®
Cordless operation allows you to raise or lower your window treatment with a gentle push or pull on the bottom rail.
SimpleLift™
A cordless option with a contoured bottom rail for easy lifting and lowering—no handles or cords required.
Cordless Lifting System
Spring-assisted mechanism hidden inside the headrail provides smooth, cordless shade operation.
Cordless Spring-Assist System
Shade is raised or lowered by pulling a discreet ring, with spring-assist support inside the headrail.
Corded Manual Systems
UltraGlide®
Features a single retractable wand that stays a consistent length when raising and lowering the shade. Designed for enhanced child and pet safety.
EasyRise™
Continuous cord loop system designed for large or heavy shades. Provides smooth control while keeping cords secured.
Beaded Loop
Uses a clutch and looped beaded cord for precision and ease of operation.
Combination Wand/Cord Control
Single wand combines tilt and traverse functions for vanes or louvers.
Cord and Wand
Combined operation that rotates and draws vanes using a single mechanism.
Wand Control
Cord-free wand allows easy shade operation with enhanced safety.
Cord Control
Looped cord replaces long, hanging strings for a cleaner, more controlled operation.
Chain and Cord
Classic chain and cord system for vertical blinds, offering straightforward operation.
PermAssure® Safety Wand
Basic push-and-pull wand system designed for child and pet safety.
Shutter Operating Systems
Front Tilt Bar
Traditional tilt bar attached to the front of shutter louvers for basic open/close control.
TruView™ Rear Tilt
Minimalist design that lets you tilt one louver to move the rest in unison, with the tilt mechanism located on the back of the shutter.
HiddenTilt™
Integrated gear system enclosed within the panel enables unobstructed views with no visible tilt bar.
SoftClose™ Louvers
Allows louvers to close slowly and gently after reaching a set position, similar to soft-close cabinetry.
Bi-Fold Track
Shutter panels are hinged together and guided by a top track, folding neatly to one side for full view access.
Bypass Track
Shutter panels slide past each other on a top track, ideal for patio doors and wide window spans.
Standard Hinged Panels
Shutters attached to hinges can swing fully open to let in light and airflow.
Vertical and Panel Systems
Traveling Wand
Single wand used to both traverse and tilt vanes, eliminating the need for pull cords.
Simplicity™
Manual system for skylight shades, available in vertical or horizontal orientation.
Motorized Operating Systems
PowerView® Automation
Control your shades with a remote, mobile app, or smart-home integration. Set schedules, scenes, and adjust from anywhere using the PowerView App or Pebble® Remote.
SoftTouch® Motorization
Battery-powered wand-based control with simple push or pull functionality. A cordless, child-safe option for modern homes.
Motorization for Carole Fabrics™
Battery-powered remote control system supporting one or multiple shades. Operated using a 15-channel remote.