Transmitter System
USER’S MANUAL
Light Series
Transmitter System
USER’S MANUAL
Light Series
Follow the indications and warnings given by the machine producer regarding the machine
controlled by the radio remote control.
The information contained in this manual considers a representative configuration of the
radio remote control: please find radio remote control real configuration in the technical data
sheet (attached to the manual).
If this manual is lost or damaged, ask for a copy from AUTEC. Please specify the serial
number of the relative radio remote control.
Contact AUTEC if any of the instructions and/or warnings given in this manual are not clear.
The information contained in this manual is subject to modification without notice and is not
binding.
No parts of this manual may be reproduced by any means without the written permission of
AUTEC (including recording and photocopying).
1 INDEX AND CONVENTIONS
1.1 INDEX
1 Index and conventions .......................................................................................... 1
1.1 Index ........................................................................................................................ 1
1.2 Conventions............................................................................................................. 1
2 Introduction ............................................................................................................ 2
2.1 Documentation......................................................................................................... 3
2.2 General technical data............................................................................................. 4
3 LK Transmitting Unit ............................................................................................. 5
3.1 Technical data of the LK transmitting unit................................................................ 6
4 Warnings for use.................................................................................................... 7
5 Warnings for maintenance.................................................................................... 8
5.1 Routine maintenance............................................................................................... 8
5.2 Special maintenance (AUTEC SERVICE) ............................................................... 9
5.3 Disposal ................................................................................................................... 9
6 Working mode of the LK transmitting unit ........................................................ 10
7 Frequencies.......................................................................................................... 12
7.1 Manual selection mode .......................................................................................... 12
7.2 Automatic scan mode ............................................................................................ 12
8 Programming........................................................................................................ 13
8.1 Programming the E16STXUS1 transmitting module.............................................. 13
9 LK transmitting unit diagnostics........................................................................ 14
1.2 CONVENTIONS
In this manual, all important information is highlighted in the following symbols and conventions:
abcd…
abcd…
abcd…
THIS MANUAL REFERS EXCLUSIVELY TO THE TRANSMITTING UNIT: THE
GENERAL INSTALLATION WARNINGS ARE INCLUDED IN THE RECEIVING UNIT
MANUAL.
BEFORE INSTALLING, STARTING AND USING THE RADIO REMOTE CONTROL,
THIS MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BY ALL PEOPLE WHO
INSTALL, USE AND CARRY OUT MAINTENANCE ON THE RADIO REMOTE
CONTROL.
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: WARNINGS
: TECHNICAL DATA
: IMPORTANT TEXTS
2 INTRODUCTION
Industrial radio remote controls of the Light series
are used to control machines from a distance. Each
industrial radio remote control is made up of a por
table transmitting unit, from which the user can remotely control the machine, and a receiving unit installed on board the machine itself.
The transmitting unit uses radio frequencies to
transmit a coded message which contains a value
called address. Each receiving unit can only de
code the messages coming from its own transmitting unit with the same address.
This excludes the possibility of an interference activating any system function. If the radio transmission is disturbed, incorrect or interrupted, the receiving unit autonomously stops the whole system.
Each radio remote control complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following conditions:
- this device may not cause a harmful interference, and
- this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
-
Receiving
unit
-
Tra nsmi tti ng
unit
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Autec cannot be held responsible if the radio remote control is installed on applications that are different from those permitted:
PERMITTED USES
Hoisting machines (construction cranes, bridge cranes, machines for material
handling in general,…).
FORBIDDEN USES
Machines installed in areas where equipment with explosion-proof characteristics is required.
Machines for moving, raising and transporting people.
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All machines must undergo a risk analysis: it is therefore necessary to evaluate, within the
limits of this analysis, if the machine can be radio remote controlled.
The machine producer and/or the person who decides upon radio remote control use and
installation is responsible for this analysis.
Autec cannot be held responsible if the risk analysis is not carried out correctly.
To guarantee correct radio remote control operation, all current regulations regarding safety
at work and accident prevention should be respected. All applicable standards and regula
tions valid in the user country regarding the use of both the machine and the radio remote
control must always be respected.
Autec cannot be held responsible if the radio remote control is used in unlawful
working conditions.
System must be installed by a licensed technician and in accordance with all relevant local, state/provincial and federal regulations, including but not limited to NEC,
OSHA, CE etc.
In case of malfunction and/or emergency, disable the system “machine+radio
remote control” until the problem has been completely solved.
Any damaged part can ONLY be replaced by authorised Autec personnel, and ONLY
using original Autec spare parts.
2.1 DOCUMENTATION
Documentation enclosed with each radio remote control includes at least the following:
- transmitting unit manual
- receiving unit manual
- battery charger manual
- certificate of guarantee
- technical data sheet.
-
Make sure that such documents have been supplied: if they are not, please ask them
to Autec specifying the product serial number.
Technical data sheet
The technical data sheet shows the wiring diagram between the receiving unit and the machine. The technical data sheet must be filled in and checked by the installer, who is responsible for a correct wiring. Once all necessary checks have been carried out, the
installer must undersign the technical data sheet, which must be kept with the user's man
ual (always keep a copy of this data sheet for administrative purposes).
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Identification plates
The radio remote control identification and approval data is given on plates that are on both
the transmitting unit and the receiving unit.
These plates MUST NOT be:
- removed from their position
- altered or damaged (contact Autec for replacement)
2.2 GENERAL TECHNICAL DATA
Frequency band...................................................................................... 902 - 928 MHz
Available radio channels............................................................................................ 32
Hamming distance .................................................................................................... ≥ 8
Probability of undetected error..................................................................... <10 exp-11
Typical working range...............................................................................330 ft (100 m)
Command response time................................................................................ ~ 100 ms
STOP command response time....................................................................... ~ 100 ms
Passive emergency time (or passive stop)
* refer to paragraph “Programming” in the receiving unit manual, DIP No. 1 settings.
Due to the characteristics of radio propagation (i.e.: EM interferences, near
out-of-range condition), a delay up to one second may occasionally occur between command release and actual deactivation of the corresponding output.
Care must be taken to ensure that this could never lead to a dangerous situation in the specific uses.
*
................................................. 0.35/1 sec.
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3 LK TRANSMITTING UNIT
These transmitting units can be used with one of the following receiving units:
- Type R102
- Type R202
- Type R302
- Type R402.
D
C
B
A
A starting keyswitch F STOP pushbutton
B START pushbutton G technical data plate
C signalling LED H battery
E
F
G
H
I
D pushbuttons
E selector (optional)
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I identification plate (in the battery housing)
The number of pushbuttons in the LK transmitting unit varies depending on its configuration.
The receiving units of the Light series are equipped with a safety function called
SAFETY that protects the system “machine+radio remote control”, when it is in neu
tral (rest) position, from unintended movements caused by possible radio remote
control faults. For this to happen, both the wiring instructions in the technical data
sheet and the prescriptions for correct installation.
3.1 TECHNICAL DATA OF THE LK TRANSMITTING UNIT
Climatic conditions
TEMPERATURE
Class 4K4H
WORKING
-5°F to +130°F
(-20°C to +55°C)
Class 1K5
STORAGE
-40°F to +160°F
(-40°C to +70°C)
TRANSPOR-
TATION
Class 2K3
-13°F to + 160°F
(-25°C to +70°C)
Power supply (battery pack LBM02MH)*................................................. NiMH 2.4 Vdc
Antenna.............................................................................................................. internal
Output power.......................................... meets FCC Part 15 for license-free operation
Housing ...................................................................................................PA 66 (50% fg)
Protection degree.................................................................................... NEMA 4 [IP65]
Dimensions ..................................................... (3.1’’ x 7.3’’ x 1.7’’) [(80 x 185 x 43)mm]
Weight ....................................................................................................14.8 oz (420 g)
Battery capacity with fully charged battery [at 68°F (20°C)].......................... ~ 12 hours
“Low battery” warning......................................................................................... 3.5 min
* refer to battery technical data in the battery charger manual.
RELATIVE
HUMIDITY
Class 4K4H
4% to 100%
Class 1K3
5% to 95%
Class 2K3
95%
AIR PRESSURE
Class 4K4H
86 kPa to 106 kPa
Class 1K4
86 kPa to 106 kPa
Class 2K3
70 kPa to 106 kPa
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4 WARNINGS FOR USE
The user MUST ALWAYS respect the following warnings:
VISUALLY FOLLOW all movements of the machine and its load remaining inside the typical working range of the radio remote control.
BE POSITIONED in a way that permits him to see the system “machine+radio
remote control”, and above all the load, in the best possible way.
Before using the radio remote control ALWAYS MAKE SURE that the STOP
pushbutton can be pressed and released: if it does not work, do not use the
radio remote control.
SWITCH OFF the transmitting unit when work is interrupted. Avoid leaving the
load suspended in the air (even when changing the battery).
NEVER LEAVE the transmitting unit unguarded when the starting keyswitch is
inserted.
SWITCH ON OR USE the transmitting unit only when starting work: improper
use could be hazardous.
NEVER SWITCH ON OR USE the transmitting unit in closed spaces, with the
machine not in sight, or outside the typical working range.
PRESS immediately the STOP pushbutton in case of hazard.
PAY ATTENTION to the entire work area. Press the STOP pushbutton in case
of hazard.
PAY ATTENTION not to let elements such as concrete, sand, lime, etc. deposit
on the transmitting unit because they can compromise transmitting unit use
and safety.
In case of malfunctions and/or damaged and/or faulty parts, PUT the radio remote control out of use until the problem has been completely eliminated.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE ABOVE WARNINGS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO PERSONNEL AND DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
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5 WARNINGS FOR MAINTENANCE
ENSURE THAT THE BATTERY HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM THE TRANSMITTING UNIT BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY MAINTENANCE WORK.
All control and maintenance actions carried out on the radio remote control must be verified
and recorded by the person in charge of carrying out maintenance on the machine.
Before carrying out maintenance and/or diagnostics it is recommended to replace the battery with a charged one and ensure the efficiency of the starting
keyswitch.
Routine maintenance carried out as described in this manual is fundamental
for using the radio remote control safely.
Read and strictly stick to the warnings given in the battery charger manual in
order to lengthen the life of the battery itself.
After each maintenance action, always make sure that commands sent by the
transmitting unit only activate the corresponding expected operations.
5.1 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
The following instructions allow to maintain the radio remote control in perfect conditions,
guaranteeing it to function safely and correctly for a long period.
Special applications may need more specific routine maintenance actions to be carried out
at different periods.
These instructions do not in any case substitute the norms and laws that regulate work safety, nor do they limit the responsibility of the purchaser and user of the radio remote control.
All given instructions must be followed correctly each time the machine and the radio remote control are put into service.
If irregularities are noted while carrying out routine maintenance, put the “machine+radio remote control” system out of order, following the indications given (see paragraph 9 "LK transmitting unit diagnostics").
Transmitting unit
It is recommended every three months to:
1. remove dust or accumulations of other material from the transmitting unit: never use solvents or flammable/corrosive materials to clean, and do not use high pressure water cleaners or steam cleaners.
2. store the transmitting unit in clean and dry areas.
3. make sure that the gaskets, bellows and caps of the actuators (selectors and pushbuttons) are intact, soft and elastic
4. make sure that the battery housing and the battery contacts are always clean
5. check structural integrity of the transmitting unit
6. make sure that the panel symbols can be easily recognised and replace the panel if necessary
7. check that the identification plate is readable and not damaged
8. make sure that the STOP pushbutton works properly before using the radio remote control.
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Half yearly maintenance
Make sure that all the relay contacts of the receiving unit operate correctly, and check that
the contact closes when the corresponding manoeuvre is enabled and opens when the ma
noeuvre is disabled
5.2 SPECIAL MAINTENANCE (AUTEC SERVICE)
Any fault should be repaired by authorised personnel (contact AUTEC SERVICE), using original Autec spare parts only.
Authorized Service Center
When it is necessary to carry out special maintenance (radio remote control repair and replacement of damaged or faulty parts), do not contact anyone other than our Authorized
Service Center. In order to make the intervention faster and more reliable, please help us
identify the radio remote control correctly and completely by giving:
- serial number
- purchase date
- description of the problem found
- address and telephone number of the place where the device is being used (with the name
of the person to contact)
- local supplier.
It is recommended to read and understand all parts of this manual, and make sure
that all the instructions it contains have been followed correctly before contacting
the Service technicians.
5.3 DISPOSAL
When disposing of a radio remote control, give it to the waste separate collecting services
in the user's country.
Please pay particular attention when recycling the batteries, applying local rules. Do not
throw them away with domestic trash.
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6 WORKING MODE OF THE LK TRANSMITTING UNIT
POWER ON AND START UP
1. To switch on the transmitting unit, insert
the starting keyswitch in the appropriate
slot.
2. To start the radio remote control functions, press the START pushbutton for 1-2
seconds.
After starting, the green signalling LED always lights up.
12
COMMAND ACTIVATION
Activate the pushbuttons and/or
selectors related to any of the
movement or selection commands to be carried out.
SIGNALS
TYPE MEANING ACTION
slow blinking NORMAL WORKING ///
fast blinking
*
steady light on starting*
LOW BATTERY the transmitting unit switches off 3.5 min-
utes after the LED starts
blinking
ONE OR MORE (movement)
ACTUATORS and/or STOP
PUSHBUTTON are ACTI-
VATE D
switch off the transmit-
ting unit and replace
the battery
release all
actuators and/or the
STOP pushbutton
* Red LED if present.
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STOP
The STOP pushbutton should be pressed when it is necessary to stop the machine immediately when a dangerous condition should occur.
To stop the machine immediately, press the STOP pushbutton.
To start working again, after checking that the working conditions are safe, turn
the STOP pushbutton in the direction indicated to deactivate it and repeat the starting procedure.
BATTERY
To recharge a low battery, proceed as
follows:
1. Insert the battery into its proper battery charger, which should be positioned in an area with a temperature
between +41°F and 113°F (+5°C and
+45°C): the battery now starts charging, a state signalled by the lighting up
of the “CHARGE” pilot light.
2. After a maximum of 4 hours the
“CHARGE” light switches off: the battery is fully charged. Remove the battery from the charger (if the battery is
not removed, the charger switches to
trickle charging).
SWITCHING OFF
The transmitting unit should be switched off each time
work is stopped by extracting the starting keyswitch (always put the key in a safe place).
The transmitter unit may also switch off automatically if the
battery is not sufficiently charged and/or when the radio remote control is not used for more than 3.5 minutes (refer to
paragraph 8 "Programming").
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7 FREQUENCIES
Radio frequency transmission of AUTEC radio remote controls operates inside frequency bands permitted by European regulations that are valid when the radio remote control is placed on the market.
Each radio remote control is programmed by the producer in the AUTOMATIC scan mode
(producer's standard programming) or MANUAL selection mode.
7.1 MANUAL SELECTION MODE
When operating in the MANUAL selection mode it is possible to work at a specific frequency
that must be set manually by programming the dip switches in the radio modules
paragraph 8 "Programming").
To set or modify this operation mode contact authorised Autec personnel.
7.2 AUTOMATIC SCAN MODE
When operating in the AUTOMATIC scan mode it is possible to operate at a specific frequency, which can be changed in case of interference or conflict with other radio systems,
using the “Changing the working frequency” procedure.
This mode allows to change the working frequency without internal interventions on the
transmitting unit or the receiving unit.
Changing the working frequency
(refer to
1. With the transmitting unit started (blinking green LED):
- press the START pushbutton
and keep it pressed (a),
- press the STOP pushbutton (b),
- release the START pushbutton.
2. Unlock the STOP pushbutton
by turning it as shown in the photo and repeat the starting procedure.
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a
b
N.B.: During the working fre-
quency changing process, the
receiving unit loses radio link
with the transmitting unit. After
starting, some seconds may
be necessary to reset connection, therefore keep the
START pushbutton pressed
for about 8-10 seconds.
8 PROGRAMMING
The dip switches must be programmed when the battery is removed from the
transmitting unit. Programming must only be carried out by authorised personnel.
The incorrect closure of the transmitting unit can compromise the seal between the casings and thereby the protection degree from dust and water.
For the correct functioning, the group of 8 dip switches (excluding DIP 1) for
the radio modules E16STXUS1 (transmitting unit) and E16SRXUS1 (receiving
unit) must be set in the same way.
8.1 PROGRAMMING THE E16STXUS1 TRANSMITTING MODULE
The group of eight dip switches located on the radio module are used to
program some functions and set the
working frequency.
The programming set in the other
group of four dip switches must never
be modified.
Group of 8 dip switches
DIP STATE FUNCTION
ON
The transmitting unit never switches off automatically
1
2
3
3-7
ON/OFF If DIP 8 is ON see “Appendix: Frequency Table”
8
If the transmitting unit stays switched on without any movement
OFF
commands entered, it switches off after approx. 3.5 minutes
ON
Deactivation of low battery warning from horn on machine
OFF
Activation of low battery warning from horn on machine
If DIP 8 is OFF automatic scan of the frequencies in the band
ON
915 -928 MHz
If DIP 8 is OFF automatic scan of the frequencies in the band
OFF
902 - 915 MHz
Manual selection mode of the frequencies using DIP 3 - DIP 7
ON
(refer to “Appendix: Frequency Table”)
Automatic scan mode of the frequencies in the band selected by
OFF
DIP 3 (DIP 4 - DIP 7 indifferent)
Group of 8
dip switches
Group of 4 dip
switches
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9 LK TRANSMITTING UNIT DIAGNOSTICS
If the system “machine+radio remote control” does not start, check if the problem is caused
by the radio remote control or the machine. Therefore, before carrying out any verification
connect the cable control unit: if the machine does not start, the problem lies with the ma
chine itself.
If, on the other hand, the machine only starts using the cable control panel, the problem lies
with the radio remote control. In this case, follow the diagnostics procedure of the transmit
ting unit and then proceed as follows:
-
-
Is the LED lit with a
steady light when
activating the
START?
NO
Does the LED blink
fast?
NO
Does the LED
blink slowly?
NO
If the problem
persists,
CALL
TECHNICAL
ASSISTANCE
STOP pushbutton
YES
disconnect it/them.
The battery is dis-
charged: replace it
YES
with a fully charged
one. Does it contin-
ue to blink fast?
YES
diagnostics checks
on the receiving
or one of the
movement
actuators are
activated:
NO
Carry out
unit.
Is the LED lit with a
steady light?
Clean the contacts
YES
in the battery hous-
ing. Does it continue
to blink fast?
YES
NO
YES
NO
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Appendix: FREQUENCY TABLE
E16STXUS1
MHz MHz
902.150
903.050
903.850
904.650
905.525
906.325
907.175
907.975
908.850
909.650
910.450
911.250
912.125
912.925
913.775
914.525
DIP SWITCH DIP SWITCH
4
3
OFF OFF OFF
OFF
OFF OFF
OFF
OFF OFF
OFF
OFF OFF OFF
OFF OFFONOFF
OFF
OFF OFF
OFF
ON
OFFONOFF
OFF
OFFOFF
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF OFF
OFF
ONON
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
8
7
ON
OFF OFF OFF OFF
915.350
ON
ON
OFF
916.250
ON
ON
OFF
ON
ON
OFFOFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF
ON ON
917.050
ON
ON
917.850
ON
918.675
ONON
919.525
ON
920.375
ON
ONON
921.175
ON
ON
OFF
922.050
ON
OFF
922.850
ON
ON
923.650
ONONON
924.450
ONON
925.325
ON
OFF
926.175
ON
926.925
ON
ONONON ON
927.725
3
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
4
OFF OFF
OFF OFF
OFF OFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
5566
ON
OFF
ON
OFF OFFONOFF
ON
OFF OFF
OFFONOFF
OFF
ON
OFFOFF
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
ON
OFF
ONON
ONON
OFF
ON
ONON ON
7
8
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ONON
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
ON
ONON
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
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