Fomotech ALPHA3000MODEL Users Manual
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1. INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................... 2
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTION ............................................................................................. 3
3. TRANSMITTER ILLUSTRATION
3.1 Alpha 3000 External Assembly ......................................................................... 4
3.2 Alpha 3000 Internal Assembly ......................................................................... 5
4. RECEIVER ILLUSTRATION
4.1 External Assembly ............................................................................................... 6
4.2 Alpha 3000 Internal Assembly ......................................................................... 7
5. OUTPUT CONTACT DIAG RAM
Alpha 3000 Output Contact ............................................................................. 8
6. SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS
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6.1 Jumper Settings ................................................................................................... 9
6.2 Security ID Code Settings ..................................................................................... 10
6.3 Pushbutton Contact Settings ................................................................................. 11
6.4 Voltage Settings ..................................................................................................... 11
7. RECEIVER INSTALLATION
7.1 Preparation For Installation ................................................................................... 12
7.2 Step By Step Installation ....................................................................................... 12
7.3 System Testing ....................................................................................................... 13
8. TRANSMITTER OPERATION ................................................................................... 14
9. TROUBLE SHOOTING ............................................................................................... 15
10. SYSTEM SPECIFICATION ......................................................................................... 16
11. PARTS LIST ................................................................................................................. 17
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The Alpha 3000 System is a highly reliable industrial radio remote control system. The
versatile features of the Alpha 3000 system permit its use in many different remote control
applications that required 3-step control. The system can be used to control factory cranes,
multiple hoists, trolleys, mining equipment, building construction equipment, automatic
control systems, and many others.
The Alpha 3000 Radio Remote Control System incorporates numerous redundant safety
circuits that guaranty maximum security and ensure the system is resistant to outside
interference. The major features of the Alpha 3000 system are as follow:
* The system uses advanced microprocessors with highly evolved software that has
redundant error checking and correcting capabilities to ensure 100% error-free
transmission, decoding, and control of all output relays. This highly evolved software
includes CRC (cyclical redundancy check codes) and Hamming Codes (error recovery).
* To insure maximum operating safety, the Alpha 3000 system incorporates numerous
safety features. Some of these built-in safety features include transmitter pushbutton
self-diagnosing, transmitter low -voltage detection and warning, receiver self-diagnosing,
and MAIN deactivation when the system is in sleep mode.
* The transmitter encoder and receiver decoder both utilize advanced microprocessor
control. The availability of 65,536 sets of unique ID codes will ensure that only
commands from the matching control transmitter can be carried out without any
interference from other radio systems.
* For added safety, the system also incorporates special Safety MAIN Relay. If the Safety
MAIN Relay is defective (fails to open or close during operation), it will signal the
system to shut down immediately to avoid the possibility of any accidents occurring.
* Water -resistant transmitter and receiver enclosures.
The Alpha 3000 Radio Remote Control System consists of a water-resistant handheld
transmitter and receiver. The transmitter casing is molded using industrial strength composite
materials which are impervious to dust, water, oil, acids, alkaline, heat and sunlight as well as
being resistant to deformation due to long term use in harsh environments. The industry’s best
3-step pushbuttons are also constructed from industrial strength composite materials with a
minimum of up to one million press cycles. For power savings, the transmitter is designed
with an ultra high efficiency power saving circuit that requires only four “AA” size alkaline
batteries for more than 200 hours of continuos operation between replacements.
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The Alpha 3000 system is relatively simple to use, however, it is very important to observe the
proper safety procedures before, during, and after operation. When used properly our Alpha
3000 radio remote controls will enhance safety, productivity and efficiency in the workplace.
The following procedures should be strictly followed:
1. Check the transmitter casing and pushbuttons daily. Should any damage that could
inhibit the proper operation of the transmitter be found the unit should be immediately
removed from service.
2. The transmitter voltage should be checked on a daily basis. If the voltage is low (red
status light blinking, refer to section 8 on page 14), the four “AA” alkaline batteries
should be replaced.
3. The red mushroom type emergency stop button (EMS) should be checked at the
beginning of each shift to ensure it is in proper working order and the Stop command is
being received.
4. In the event of an emergency, depress the emergency stop button (EMS) immediately to
disengage the receiver MAIN and the transmitter power. Then turned the power “off”
from the main power source to the crane or equipment.
5. The transmitter power key switch should be pulled “off” aft er each use and should never
leave the transmitter in the power “on” position when the unit is unattended.
6. Do not use the same channel and ID code as any other system in use at the same facility
or within 600 feet.
7. Ensure the shoulder strap is worn at all time during operation to avoid accidental damage
to the transmitter.
8. Never operate a crane or equipment with two transmitter units at the same time with the
same channel and ID code.
FCC ID: LZ6ALPHA3000MODEL
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 operations.
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1. Transmitter Unit 9. Pushbutton #1 (Up)
2. Status LED Display* 10. Pushbutton #3 (East)
3. Spare Power Key Switch 11. Pushbutton #5 (North)
4. Pushbutton #2 (Down) 12. START/AUX Pushbutton
5. Pushbutton #4 (West) 13. System Information
6. Pushbutton #6 (South) 14. Shoulder Strap Ring
7. Emergency Stop (EMS) 15. FCC/IC Label
8. Power Key Switch 16. Battery Cover
17. Warning Label
* Please refer to page14 for Transmitter Status LED information
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(Front View) (Back View) (RF Board)
1. Status LED Display 6. Battery Power Connector
2. RF-to-Encoder Board Connector 7. ID Code Dip-switch
3. 3-Speed Pushbuttons 8. Antenna
4. Emergency St op Button (EMS) 9. Transmitting RF Board
5. Power ON/OFF Micro-Switch 10. Quartz Crystal
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1. Antenna mount 4. External Grounding Hole
2. Receiver Enclosure 5. Shock Absorber
3. Key Lock 6. System Information
7. Cable Gland / Cord Grip
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