• SlideDrive™ drive unit in the 3D-printed production housing, with the adjustable mounting / floor-guide bracket
• Wireless remote (OPEN / CLOSE) with wall-mount holder
• Magnetic limit sensors
• 24V DC power adapter (24V / 10A, center-positive)
• Mounting hardware
• Zip ties for wire management

Optional items such as an external motion/photo sensor are included only when that option is part of your order.

The current SlideDrive™ uses a purpose-built 3D-printed protective housing around the motor, controller, wiring, and drive system.

• Integrated side-mounted DC power jack
• Integrated external ON/OFF rocker switch
• Removable housing secured by a single top screw
• Two quick-disconnect power leads allow the housing to be removed completely for service or programming access
• Adjustable mounting/floor-guide bracket supports doors up to 4 inches thick

• Step 1: Turn the SlideDrive™ OFF and unplug the DC adapter.
• Step 2: Remove the single screw on top of the housing.
• Step 3: Lift the housing enough to reach the two power leads for the DC jack and rocker switch.
• Step 4: Disconnect the two quick-connect wires.
• Step 5: Lift the housing completely away for full access to the DIHOOL controller, motor, wiring terminals, and programming buttons.
• Step 6: Reconnect both leads and reinstall the top screw after setup is complete.

• Step 1 — Position the unit: Place the SlideDrive™ at the baseboard/wall area where the adjustable guide will contact the lower portion of the door.
• Step 2 — Loosen the two bracket adjustment screws: These screws allow the mounting/floor-guide section to slide in and out to match door thickness and drive-wheel pressure.
• Step 3 — Remove one adjustment screw completely: This allows the SlideDrive™ assembly to pivot/swing outward.
• Step 4 — Pivot the unit: Swing it out at an angle to expose the two mounting holes/screws on the vertical mounting plate.
• Step 5 — Mount the base: Secure the unit to the baseboard/wall area through those two mounting points. Tighten into suitable structural material.
• Step 6 — Swing the unit back: Pivot the SlideDrive™ back into operating position and reinstall the removed adjustment screw.
• Step 7 — Adjust for door thickness: Slide the bracket in or out until it matches the door. Maximum supported door thickness is 4 inches.
• Step 8 — Set wheel pressure: Apply enough pressure for reliable traction without excessive force or binding, then tighten both adjustment screws.
• Step 9 — Install limit sensors after final adjustment: Sensor position depends on the finished bracket width, so do not stick the sensors down before the bracket is set.

The controller and remote use UP and DOWN commands. Door direction depends on how the unit is handed and installed.

Left-Opening Configuration

• DOWN = OPEN — door travels left
• UP = CLOSE — door travels right
• The door continues moving until its matching magnetic limit sensor is triggered or movement is stopped from the remote/controller.

Right-Opening Configuration

• UP = OPEN — door travels right
• DOWN = CLOSE — door travels left
• The door continues moving until its matching magnetic limit sensor is triggered or movement is stopped from the remote/controller.

The magnetic limit system tells the controller when the door has reached fully open or fully closed. These sensors stop motor power. The barn-door rail stoppers remain the physical/mechanical backup stops.

Sensor Wiring

• Blue = Common (C) → GND
• White = Normally Open (NO) → IN3 or IN4
• Black = Normally Closed (NC) → NOT USED — insulate/cap this wire so it cannot touch anything

Left-Opening Sensor Assignment

• IN3 = OPEN / DOWN limit
• IN4 = CLOSED / UP limit
• IN3 OPEN sensor mounts on the RIGHT side of the mounting bracket
• IN4 CLOSED sensor mounts on the LEFT side of the mounting bracket

Right-Opening Sensor Assignment

• IN4 = OPEN / UP limit
• IN3 = CLOSED / DOWN limit
• IN4 OPEN sensor mounts on the LEFT side of the mounting bracket
• IN3 CLOSED sensor mounts on the RIGHT side of the mounting bracket

Sensor Mounting

• Sensors are stationary and attach to the sides of the mounting/floor-guide bracket with double-sided adhesive tape.
• Attach sensors only after door thickness and wheel pressure are finalized.
• The sensor face must align closely with the magnets on the bottom of the moving door.

Door Magnets

• Install strong neodymium magnets on the bottom of the door, near the lower door corners, at the open and closed stopping locations.
• Use a dual (redundant) magnet trigger at each stopping location for a larger and more reliable sensing target.
• Correct alignment is critical. A weak or poorly aligned magnet may stop the motor inconsistently.

Final Stop Position

• Set the magnetic stop so the motor shuts off before the door forcefully contacts the rail stopper, or at the same time with no impact.
• The rail stopper is the physical backup. The magnetic limit is the normal motor stop.

• Power input: Side-mounted DC jack
• Power switch: Side-mounted ON/OFF rocker switch
• Controller: DIHOOL IPS-S2
• Controller operating range: DC 10–30V
• Current SlideDrive™ adapter: 24V DC, 10A, center-positive

Standard Remote Operation

The SlideDrive™ is shipped and bench-tested in standard remote-control mode.

• The supplied remote controls OPEN and CLOSE operation.
• The remote may be used as a normal handheld remote.
• The remote also includes a wall-mount holder, allowing the remote to be mounted near the doorway and used similarly to a wall control while still remaining removable.
• When an OPEN or CLOSE command is pressed, the door travels until its corresponding magnetic limit sensor is reached or movement is manually stopped.
• The standard shipped configuration does not automatically close the door after opening.

Optional Timed / Automatic Closing

The DIHOOL IPS-S2 controller supports programmable timed operation. Timed automatic closing is a controller function and can be used with remote activation or, when equipped, an optional external motion/photo sensor.

• If desired, the installer/user can configure the controller so an OPEN command (from the remote or an optional motion/photo sensor) opens the door, the door remains open for a programmed amount of time, and the controller then closes the door automatically.
• Example: OPEN → remain open for 10 seconds → CLOSE automatically.
• The hold-open time can be programmed through the controller settings.
• This is an optional advanced configuration and is not how the unit is currently shipped unless specifically requested/programmed.

SlideDrive™ can be configured with an external motion/photo sensor that triggers the door to open when someone approaches. When paired with the controller's timed-close function, the door can open automatically, remain open for a programmed period, then close automatically.

• The sensor decides what triggers OPEN. When it detects a person, it sends the OPEN command to the controller.
• The controller's timer decides what happens after the door opens. Without timed closing, the door stays open until a CLOSE command. With timed closing, it holds open for the programmed time and then closes on its own.
• Example sequence: person approaches → sensor detects them → door opens → stays open 10 seconds → door closes automatically.
• The magnetic limit sensors still stop the door at the fully open and fully closed positions.
• The remote keeps working alongside the motion/photo sensor.

• Download the eWeLink App and create an account.
• Tap Home → Add → Quick Pairing → Add Device.
• Enter your 2.4GHz WiFi name and password.
• Press and hold the WiFi pairing button on the controller for 5–20 seconds until pairing starts.
• For first-time pairing, keep the controller close to the router.

• Tap settings (•••) in the app.
• Turn ON Hide All ON/OFF.
• Go to Inching Settings.
• Set both UP and DOWN to 0.5 seconds.
• Go to controller F1 settings.
• Set parameter C = 0 if matching the standard SlideDrive™ self-holding configuration.

Zip ties are included with the unit.

• After installation, adjustment, wiring, and testing are complete, tuck loose wires neatly under the SlideDrive™.
• Use the supplied zip ties to secure wiring so nothing hangs loose.
• Keep wiring clear of the motor, drive wheel, moving bracket, door edge, and rail hardware.
• Reinstall the housing only after the wiring is secure and the unit has passed final open/close testing.

• Buy SlideDrive™ — standard unit starting at $695
• How the SlideDrive™ automatic barn door opener works
• Request a quote for a wider door or custom setup