Mz Electronic KMZ Users Manual

Instructions for use

RADIOCONTROL 2/4 CHANNELS

Part Number KOMPASS2 2-Channels Radiocontrol
KOMPASS4 4-Channels Radiocontrol

KOMPASS2, KOMPASS4 Rev. 04 – 2010

English

Description

The 2/4 channels radio-control units allow windlass or thrusters operation.

Technical Data

Transmitter

Power supply 2 batteries 1.5V type AAA
Frequency 433.92MHz
Protection rating IP66
Operative temperature 0 / +70 °C (32 / 158 °F)
Dimensions (mm) 52 x 98 x 26
Weight (g) 85

Receiver

Power supply from 10 to 30 V DC
Frequency 433.92MHz
Protection rating IP65
Operative temperature 0 / +70 °C (32 / 158 °F)
Dimensions (mm) 150 x 57 x 32
Weight (g) 100
Maximum load for every output at 30Vdc 3A

* excluding cable connection zone

Warning

CONNECT ONLY TO A DC POWER SUPPLY.

General Notes

The 2/4 channels radio-control must be used solely for the purposes described herein. Any other use is to be considered improper.
Any tampering with the instrument will result in immediate voiding of the warranty.

Components

The package contains:

•

2 or 4 channels radio control unit (transmitter and receiver are already programmed in order to work together). Transmitter is
already supplied with 1.5V AAA alkaline batteries.

•

Adhesive label for thrusters and windlass function

• Support kit for the transmitter and 4 screws 3.5x13mm for RX and TX fastening.

• Instructions for use

In case of metallic walls or any obstacle to radio signal, it is possible to buy the optional external antenna (part number RA-KOMPASS), that is
not included in the packaging; please refer to the manual for connections. It's not possible to use external antennas different from the one that is
indicated in this manual

Installation

(see connection diagram)

Warning

ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE BATTERY PRIOR THE INSTALLATION.

•

If possible mount the receiver a long way from big metal masses or electric motor or windlass.

• For the electric connections see the wiring diagram

•

Insert a fuse of 3A on every relays common terminal (contacts n°3 and n°8);

•

After connection, check that all work properly;

•

Place the adhesive label on the transmitter according to the desired function (windlass or thruster).

Transmitter’s Functioning

• Press ON button for about 2 seconds. The intermittent led turns on the transmitter;

• The led blinks slowly whenever the transmitter isn’t transmitting, I and it is turned on steady when any operation button is pressed;

•

Whenever the button is released operation stops and led blinks again;

• Passing from one button to the opposite one (Up ? Down or Left ? Right) has a standard 1.5 sec. delay; simultaneous use of
non opposite buttons is allowed (Up+Left, Up+Right, Down+Left, Down+Right in 4 channels radio control unit);

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Transmitter automatically turns off 120 seconds after the last command has been given;

KOMPASS2, KOMPASS4 Rev. 04 – 2010