ELCA MITO, AT MITO-MINI-915, AR MITO-MINI-915 User Manual
MITO
Industrial radio remote control
AT MITO-MINI-915
Transmitting Unit
AR MITO-MINI-915
Receiving Unit
ELCA S.r.l.
Via del Commercio, 7/b - 36065 Mussolente (VI) ITALY
www.elcaradio.com tel. +39 0424 578500 fax +39 0424 578520
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INDEX
a. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) CONFORMITY AND FREQUENCIES .II
a.1 CONFORMITY ................................................................................................................................................... II
a.2 FCC CONFORMITY STATEMENT ............................................................................................................... II
a.3 FREQUENCIES ................................................................................................................................................. II
a.4 MARKET .............................................................................................................................................................. II
1. USER MANUAL ..................................................................................................................................................1
2. USE INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................................................ 2
2.1 GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................. 2
2.2 APPLICATIONS AND USE CONDITIONS NOT PERMITTED ............................................................ 2
2.3 INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE .................................................................................. 3
2.4 TRANSMITTING UNIT AT MITO-MINI-915 ................................................................................................ 4
2.5 RECEIVING UNIT AR MITO-MINI-915 ....................................................................................................... 6
2.6 STORING ACCESS CODES ......................................................................................................................... 8
2.7 INFORMATION FOR MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................... 10
2.8 INFORMATION FOR THE PROPER INSTALLATION OF THE RADIO REMOTE CONTROL
SYSTEM ...................................................................................................................................................................... 10
2.9 WARRANTY .......................................................................................................................................................11
2.10 DISPOSAL INFORMATION ...........................................................................................................................11
3. PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS ................................................................................................................12
3.1 ACCESS TO PROGRAMMING MODE ..................................................................................................... 12
3.2 FREQUENCY RANGE PROGRAMMING ................................................................................................ 12
3.3 AUTO-SHUTDOWN TIME PROGRAMMING ......................................................................................... 13
3.4 PIN CODE PROGRAMMING ....................................................................................................................... 14
3.5 LATCHED CONTROL PROGRAMMING .................................................................................................. 15
4. BATTERY CHARGER......................................................................................................................................16
4.1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................... 16
5. TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................................................................................17
5.1 TYPE OF TROUBLE ...................................................................................................................................... 17
5.2 FUNCTIONAL TESTING OF TRANSMITTING UNIT ........................................................................... 18
5.3 FUNCTIONAL TESTING OF RECEIVING UNIT .................................................................................... 19
5.4 FUNCTIONAL TESTING OF CHARGING CYCLE ................................................................................ 20
6. TECHNICAL FEATURES ...............................................................................................................................21
6.1 GENERAL .......................................................................................................................................................... 21
6.2 FEATURES OF TRANSMITTING UNIT .................................................................................................... 21
6.3 FEATURES OF RECEIVING UNIT ............................................................................................................ 21
6.4 FEATURES OF BATTERY CHARGER MITO-ION ................................................................................ 22
ANNEX A .............................................................................................................................................................23
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Each MITO-MINI-915 serie’s radio remote control working in the frequency band
920.000 - 921.150 MHz complies with
Part 15 of standards FCC.
Transmitting Unit AT MITO-MINI-915 FCC ID: 2ABS7-ATMIMI915
Receiving Unit AR MITO-MINI-915 FCC ID: 2ABS7-ARMIMI915
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
The radio link between the units of ELCA MITO-MINI-915 series radio remote controls is built at one of the frequencies
permitted by the US standards in force when the system is put on the market.
Frequency band ..........................................................................
920.000 - 921.150 MHz
Transmitting power ......................................................................meets FCC requirements
Available radio channels ..................................................................................................24
Channel spacing ....................................................................................................... 50kHz
- MITO-MINI-915 serie’s radio remote controls working in the frequency band
920.000 - 921.150 MHz can be used
in the United States market.
a. FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) CONFORMITY AND FREQUENCIES
a.1 CONFORMITY
a.2 FCC CONFORMITY STATEMENT
a.3 FREQUENCIES
a.4 MARKET
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Read this Manual before operating the Radio Remote Control.
For ease of reference, symbols have been placed at the side of paragraph titles to highlight important information
contained in the text.
1. USER MANUAL
Bold face is used to call attention to text that you should read carefully.
The content of this manual is subject to changes without notice and is not binding on ELCA.
This updated edition incorporates suggestions from our Customers to provide an effective tool supporting them in they
day-to-day work.
This manual and any annexed documents are the property of ELCA and all rights are reserved. No parts of this publication
may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, without permission in writing from ELCA.
The ELCA logo is a registered trademark.
The information contained in this manual are complementary to the instruction manual of the machine on which the
remote control is installed. For the correct use of the machine with remote control, always refer to the instructions of its
manufacturer.
Keep this manual and any attachments for the lifetime of the radio control for future reference.
The documentation that accompanies the remote control is always composed of:
- User’s Manual
- Any attachments according to the conguration:
• Control layouts, if it is a special conguration
• Wiring diagram of the receiver, if the plant is supplied wired
WARNING!
Perform a careful risk analysis before installing the radio remote control on any machine.
IMPORTANT!
To learn how to operate your radio remote control: operating instructions for radio remote control.
To become familiar with your radio remote control: radio remote control technical data.
Maintenance and troubleshooting.
To become thoroughly familiar with your radio remote control: detailed information on radio remote
control..
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2. USE INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 GENERAL INFORMATION
The ELCA Radio System Type MITO is an innovative family of low-power industrial radio remote controls, used to control
appliances that do not require Stop safety function.
The ELCA Radio Remote Control System Type MITO is comprised of two main Units:
- a Transmitting Unit (AT) that sends the command selected by operator in the form of a sequence of digital data;
- a Receiving Unit (AR) that decodes the sequence of digital data for the machine to perform selected command.
The radio control system allows the operator free movement around the machine. The transmitting unit requires no cable
connections and the operator can stand at a safe distance from the machine, in a position affording a better view of
machine movements.
Each Radio remote control uses a unique identier code set at the factory that cannot be modied. This way, each
transmitting unit can only operate with the associated receiving units and will not conict with other radio remote controls.
One or more transmitting units can be associated to a given receiving unit through the identier code learn procedure.
Working frequency is automatically selected when the transmitter is activated from available low-noise frequencies. In
service, any persistent radio noise will automatically trigger a frequency change without interrupting operation.
The special LBT (Listen Before Transmit) Full Duplex technology used by the MITO system allows the selection of lownoise frequencies, and also provides a 2-way communication link between transmitter and receiver, i.e. is capable of
handling feedback information from the receiver. Such two-way communication ensures full control of the machine, as
the receiver sends back an “acknowledge” signal after receiving each command to conrm that the command has been
carried out. If the transmitter receives no “acknowledge” signal, it stops transmission alerting operator to the fact the safe
transmission is not ensured.
The sophisticated signal coding / decoding protocol used by the system ensures high reliability of transmission data with
a Hamming distance of 10 and above.
Product not suitable for use on machines for lifting things, people and all those applications which require a STOP
command with safety function.
2.2 APPLICATIONS AND USE CONDITIONS NOT PERMITTED
The Radio Remote Control MITO, should NOT be used:
- for the control of devices in which both require the presence of a Stop safety command;
- for the control of devices for lifting persons;
- on machines that require the capability to operate in explosive atmosphere (ATEX);
- on equipment where the stop of the remote control is not sufcient to put in safety conditions the
driven machine, which can then be a possible cause of danger;
- on machines where risk analysis is not possible or has given negative results;
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2.3 INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER AND SAFE USE
IMPORTANT ! Radio remote control user MUST:
- Check the correct mechanical operation of the STOP button before every operation.
- Check the correct operation of the control devices.
If there is a deterioration in the correct operation of the STOP button or functional abnormalities in the control devices, the
use of the radio remote control must be prohibited until the full restoration of the system’s functionality.
- Use the transmitter unit by holding it or fastening it to the body in a safe and stable manner to avoid it accidentally
falling.
- Be thoroughly familiar with the functions and features of the radio remote control and of the machine the receiving
unit is connected to.
- Before activating any movement of the machine, ensure that the operator’s position is such to ensure that:
- There is NO danger of tripping
- There is NO danger of loss of balance
- Allow to follow the movements of the machine and the load in view.
- Guarantee the safety conditions concerning those engaged in other operations, activities or work in the
work area of the machine and operator.
- Turn off the transmitting unit whenever the work is suspended, even momentarily, even if the device is equipped
with automatic shut-off.
- Switch-off the transmitting unit and disconnect the power supply of the receiver before performing any maintenance
on the radio remote control or on the machinery.
- Do not leave the transmitting unit unattended and switched on.
- Remember that the transmitting unit can operate the machine even when placed indoors and far from the receiving
unit, so improper use can cause severe damage to people and property
- Never wash the units with water jets, use a damp cloth only
- Do not use in shielded environments (e.g. inside the drum of the mixer).
- Charge the batteries in an environment that is not too hot, too cold, too humid or dusty.
- Keeping the batteries partially charged at all times can extend their useful life.
- Do not leave the batteries discharged for long periods.
- Charge the batteries at least once a year even if the unit has not been used since the last charge.
IMPORTANT ! The installer of the radio remote control must:
- Carry out a thorough risk assessment on the use of the machine with the radio remote control.
- Assess that there are no hazardous conditions in the event the radio remote control stops due to the loss of the
radio link.
- Do not install the radio remote control on machines to which the safety of moving, lifting or transporting people is
entrusted to the radio remote control.
- Do not install the radio remote control where explosion-proof characteristics are required of the radio remote
control (EX).
- Secure the receiver so that it is facing the transmitter in normal use.
- Ensure that there are no metal obstacles between the transmitter and receiver or obstacles that may interfere with
the transmission of electromagnetic waves.
- Choose the installation of the receiver in a vertical position and easily accessible for maintenance operations.
- Avoid that the receiver is subjected to strong vibrations. Use vibration dampers if necessary.
- Always make sure that the value of the supply voltage complies with the rated voltage indicated on the rating plate
of the receiver.
- Use multi-pole connectors for the electrical connection of the receiver to the machinery to allow easy removal if
required.
- Use cables of suitable section, max. 2.5 mm2.
- Connect the Stop circuit making sure that the current circulating therein does not exceed the value of the protection
fuse.
- Distribute the common wire to the functions interposing always the Safety relay.
- After installation check that the stop circuit works correctly.
- Check that all limit switched or load limiters are functioning correctly.
- Ensure that all manoeuvres are functioning correctly and are consistent with the symbols placed on the transmitter.
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