Magnetek FLEXSERIEST2 436 TO 440 MHz REMOTE CONTROL HANDHELD TRANSMITTER User Manual
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Flex 12EX System
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Instruction Manual
0-TC-FLEX12E
June 2009
© Copyright 2009 Magnetek Material Handling
Service Information
Your New Radio System
Thank you for your purchase of Magnetek’s Enrange™ Flex EX radio remote control system. Without a
doubt, our Flex EX system is the ultimate solution for providing precise, undeterred, and safe control of
your material.
If your product ever needs modification or service, please contact one of our representatives at the
following locations:
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For questions regarding service or technical information, contact:
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Telephone: 1.724.746.3313 x717
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Telephone: 1.800.792.7253
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Table of Contents
Page
1. Introduction 3
2. Radio Controlled Safety 4
3. General System Information
A. Transmitter Handset
1. External Illustration (Standard Push Button Configuration) 5
2. Internal Illustration 6
B. Receiver Unit
1. External Illustration 7
2. Internal Illustration 8
4. Function Settings
A. Transmitter Handset
1. System Channel Settings 9
2. Push Button Functions with LED Displays
a. Standard Push Button Configuration (Transmitter Toggle) 10
b. Standard Push Button Configuration (A/B Selector) 11-13
c. Inline Push Button Configuration (Transmitter Toggle) 14
d. Inline Push Button Configuration (A/B Selector) 15-17
3. Channel Change via Push Buttons 18
4. Program 4-digit Security Code 19
5. I-CHIP 20
B. Receiver Unit
1. System Channel Settings 21
2. Output Relay Configurations
a. Output Relay Types 22
b. Output Relay Action at 2nd Speed 22-23
c. ON/OFF Push Button Function 23
d. START/AUX Function 24
e. Magnet ON/OFF Push Button Function 24
f. Brake Function 24
g. Momentary Contact 24
h. Toggled Contact 24
i. 3rd Speed Push Button Function 24
j. Auxiliary STOP Push Button Function 25
k. Pitch & Catch Function 25
3. Receiver Auto-Scanning Settings 25
4. Dip-Switch Settings
a. Interlocked Functions 26
b. Non-Interlocked Functions 27
5. Jumpers Settings 28
6. I-CHIP Programming Port 29
7. Voltage Settings 29
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5. System Channels Table 30
6. Receiver Installation
A. Output Relay Contact Diagram 31
B. Pre-Installation Precautions 32
C. Step-by-Step Installation 32-33
D. System Testing 33
7. Operating Procedure
A. Transmitter Operation
1. General Operating Procedure 34-35
2. A/B Selector Push Button Operating Procedure 35
3. 3rd Speed Push Button Operating Procedure 35
4. Pitch & Catch Operating Procedure 36
5. Automatic Channel Scanning Operating Procedure 36
6. Changing Transmitter Batteries 36
B. Status Light Indicators & Warnings
1. Transmitter STATUS Light Indication 37
2. Receiver STATUS Light Indication 38
3. Receiver SQ Light Indication 38
4. Receiver POWER Light Indication 38
5. Receiver COM Light Indication 38
C. Trouble Shooting Tips 39
8. System Specifications 40
This portable transmitter with its antenna complies with FCC/IC RF exposure limits for general
population / uncontrolled exposure.
Compliance Statement (Part 15.19)
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.
Warning (Part 15.21)
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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1. Introduction
The Flex radio remote control systems are designed for control of industrial equipment and machinery such as
overhead traveling cranes, jib cranes, gantry cranes, tower cranes, electric hoists, winches, monorails,
conveyor belts, mining equipment and other material handling equipment where wireless control is preferred.
Each Flex system consists of a transmitter handset and receiver unit. Other standard-equipped accessories
include transmitter waist belt, spare transmitter power key, clear vinyl pouch, “AA” alkaline batteries, compass
direction decal sheet and user’s manual.
List of notable features include:
*62 user-programmable channels – Advanced synthesized RF controls with 62 built-in channels;
there are no more fixed channel and fragile quartz crystals to break.
*Automatic channel scanning receiver – No more hassle of climbing up the crane to change receiver
channels.
*Over one million unique ID codes (20bit) – Each and every Flex system has its own unique ID
codes and serial number; no repeats.
*Advanced controls – The Flex system utilizes advanced microprocessor controls with 32bit CRC and
Hamming Code, which provide ultra fast, safe, precise, and error-free encoding and decoding.
*Unique I-CHIP design – The I-CHIP functions in a way that is very similar to SIM cards used on
mobile phones, with the ability to transfer system information and settings from one transmitter to
another without the hassle of resetting the spares.
*Reliable push buttons – The in-house designed push buttons with gold-plated contacts are rated for
more than one million press cycles.
*Low power consumption – Requires only two “AA” Alkaline batteries for more than 150 hours of
operating time between replacements.
*Ultra-durable nylon and fiberglass composite enclosures – Highly resistant to breakage and
deformation even in the most abusive environments.
*Full compliance – All systems are fully compliant with the FCC Part-15 Rules, European Directives
(Safety, EMC, R&TTE, and Machinery), and Industry Canada Specifications (IC).
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2. Radio Controlled Safety
Flex radio remote control systems should be operated by persons with sufficient amount of knowledge and
skill in crane operation and safety. Persons being trained to operate a radio remote controlled crane should
possess the knowledge of all hazards peculiar to radio remote controlled crane operation, ability to judge
distance and moving objects, equipment capacity and radio remote controlled safety rules. Radio remote
controlled cranes should not be operated by any person with insufficient eyesight/hearing, any
severe/debilitating illness, or under influence of drugs and medications that may cause loss of crane
control.
Below are some general operating safety tips that should be strictly followed when operating a radio remote
controlled crane.
1. Always check the transmitter handset for any damage that might inhibit proper crane operation
prior to crane operation.
2. Always check if the red emergency stop button is working properly prior to crane operation.
3. Check the Status LED on the transmitter for any signs of low battery power (refer to page 37).
4. Check the Status LED on the transmitter for any signs of irregularities (refer to page 37).
5. The crane limit switches should be checked prior to crane operation or at the beginning of each
shift. When checking limit switches the hoist should be centered over an area free of personnel
and equipment.
6. If the power to the crane is removed, the operator should turn off the transmitter power
immediately until the power to the crane is restored.
7. If the crane fails to respond properly to operator’s command the operator should stop operation,
turn the transmitter power off, and then report the condition to their supervisor.
8. The transmitter power should be turned off after each use. If the transmitter handset is not in use
always turn the power off and store it in a safe or designated location. Never leave the
transmitter handset unattended in the working area.
9. Make sure the system is not set to the same channel as any other Flex systems in use within a
distance of 300 meters (900 feet).
10. Never operate a crane or equipment with two transmitter handsets at the same time unless they
are programmed with “Pitch & Catch” function. For information on the “Pitch & Catch” feature,
please refer to page 25 and page 36 of this manual.
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3. General System Information
A. TRANSMITTER HANDSET
1. External Illustration (Standard Push Button
Configuration)
(Fig. 01) (Fig. 02)
1. Emergency Stop Button 8. Push Button #12 15. Strap Ring
2. Removable Power Key Switch 9. Push Button #1 16. System Information
3. Push Button #2 10. Push Button #3 17. System Channel
4. Push Button #4 11. Push Button #5 18. Crane Number
5. Push Button #6 12. Push Button #7 19. Battery Cover
6. Push Button #8 13. Push Button #9 20. FCC Information
7. Push Button #10 14. Push Button #11
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2. Internal Illustration
(Fig. 03) (Fig. 04)
1. Encoder Board 6. I-CHIP
2. Arial Antenna 7. Function Dip-Switch
3. Transmitting Module 8. Channel Dip-Switch
4. Status LED Display 9. Battery Contact Mechanism
5. Function LED Displays
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B. RECEIVER UNIT
1. External Illustration
(Fig. 05)
1. Shock Mount 6. COM LED Display
2. Optional External Antenna (BNC) Jack 7. Output Contact Diagram
3. Power LED Display 8. System Information
4. Status LED Display 9. Cord Grip
5. SQ LED Display
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2. Internal Illustration
(Fig. 06)
1. AC Line Filter 4. Decoder Module
2. Power Transformer 5. Output Relay Board
3. Receiving Module
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4. Function Settings
A. TRANSMITTER HANDSET
1. System Channel Settings
(Fig. 07)
Set the transmitter channel by adjusting the channel dip-switch located on the backside of the
transmitter encoder board (refer to Fig. 07 above). Only the first six (6) positions are used for
channel programming (refer to Fig. 08 below). The system channels table located on page 30
illustrates which dip-switch setting corresponds to which channel. Once the transmitter channel
is altered make sure to change the receiver channel as well. The channel on both the transmitter
and receiver must be identical in order for the system to work. To change the receiver channel
please refer to page 21.
Example: Top slot → “1”
Bottom slot → “0”
(Fig. 08)
The above dip-switch setting “1 0 0 1 0 0” corresponds to “channel 36” in the system channels
table on page 30.
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FUNCTION
LED 1LED 2
LED 3
LED 4
2. Push Button Functions with LED Display Settings
A. Standard Push Button (Transmitter Toggle)
Set transmitter toggle (latching output relay) function by adjusting the 8-position function
dip-switch located on the backside of the transmitter encoder board (refer to Fig. 09
below). The LED 1 through LED 4 shown inside the shaded box (see below) illustrates
which LED on the transmitter will light up when the designated push button (PB7 ~ PB12)
is pressed.
(Fig. 09)
DIP PB7 PB8 PB9 PB10 PB11 PB12
100000000 Normal Normal Normal Normal Normal Normal
200001001 Normal Normal Normal LED 4 Normal Normal
300001010 Normal Normal LED 3 LED 4 Normal Normal
400001011 Normal LED 2 LED 3 LED 4 Normal Normal
500001100 LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 LED 4 Normal Normal
600001101 Normal Normal Normal Normal Normal LED 4
700001110 Normal Normal Normal Normal LED 3 LED 4
800001111 Normal Normal Normal LED 2 LED 3 LED 4
900010000 Normal Normal LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 LED 4
* PB7…PB12 → Push button number
* Normal → Normal momentary contact
* LED 1…LED 4 → Transmitter toggled with designated LED Display
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B. Standard Push Button Configuration (A/B Selector)
There are four (4) different types of A/B selector sequences available on the Flex system.
Choose the one that is most suitable for your application.
Type-A selector sequence : A+B → A → B → A+B …
Type-B selector sequence : Off → A → B → Off → A → B …
Type-C selector sequence : A → B → A+B → A → B → A+B …
Type-D selector sequence : Off → A → B → A+B → Off → A → B → A+B …
DIP PB7 PB8 PB9 PB10 PB11 PB12
10 00101111 A/1&2 Normal Normal Normal Normal Normal
11 00110000 B/1&2 Normal Normal Normal Normal Normal
12 00110001 C/1&2 Normal Normal Normal Normal Normal
13 00110010 D/1&2 Normal Normal Normal Normal Normal
14 00110011 Normal A/3&4 Normal Normal Normal Normal
15 00110100 Normal B/3&4 Normal Normal Normal Normal
16 00110101 Normal C/3&4 Normal Normal Normal Normal
17 00110110 Normal D/3&4 Normal Normal Normal Normal
18 00110111 A/1&2 A/3&4 Normal Normal Normal Normal
19 00111000 A/1&2 B/3&4 Normal Normal Normal Normal
20 00111001 A/1&2 C/3&4 Normal Normal Normal Normal
21 00111010 A/1&2 D/3&4 Normal Normal Normal Normal
22 00111011 B/1&2 B/3&4 Normal Normal Normal Normal
23 00111100 B/1&2 C/3&4 Normal Normal Normal Normal
24 00111101 B/1&2 D/3&4 Normal Normal Normal Normal
25 00111110 C/1&2 C/3&4 Normal Normal Normal Normal
26 00111111 C/1&2 D/3&4 Normal Normal Normal Normal
27 01000000 D/1&2 D/3&4 Normal Normal Normal Normal
* PB7…PB12 → Push button number
* Normal → Normal momentary contact
* A/1&2…D/3&4 → A/B Selector type with designated LED Display (LED 1&2 or LED 3&4)
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DIP PB7 PB8 PB9 PB10 PB11 PB12
28 01000001 Normal Normal A/1&2 Normal Normal Normal
29 01000010 Normal Normal B/1&2 Normal Normal Normal
30 01000011 Normal Normal C/1&2 Normal Normal Normal
31 01000100 Normal Normal D/1&2 Normal Normal Normal
32 01000101 Normal Normal Normal A/3&4 Normal Normal
33 01000110 Normal Normal Normal B/3&4 Normal Normal
34 01000111 Normal Normal Normal C/3&4 Normal Normal
35 01001000 Normal Normal Normal D/3&4 Normal Normal
36 01001001 Normal Normal A/1&2 A/3&4 Normal Normal
37 01001010 Normal Normal A/1&2 B/3&4 Normal Normal
38 01001011 Normal Normal A/1&2 C/3&4 Normal Normal
39 01001100 Normal Normal A/1&2 D/3&4 Normal Normal
40 01001101 Normal Normal B/1&2 B/3&4 Normal Normal
41 01001110 Normal Normal B/1&2 C/3&4 Normal Normal
42 01001111 Normal Normal B/1&2 D/3&4 Normal Normal
43 01010000 Normal Normal C/1&2 C/3&4 Normal Normal
44 01010001 Normal Normal C/1&2 D/3&4 Normal Normal
45 01010010 Normal Normal D/1&2 D/3&4 Normal Normal
* PB7…PB12 → Push button number
* Normal → Normal momentary contact
* A/1&2…D/3&4 → A/B Selector type with designated LED Display (LED 1&2 or LED 3&4)
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DIP PB7 PB8 PB9 PB10 PB11 PB12
46 01010011 Normal Normal Normal Normal A/1&2 Normal
47 01010100 Normal Normal Normal Normal B/1&2 Normal
48 01010101 Normal Normal Normal Normal C/1&2 Normal
49 01010110 Normal Normal Normal Normal D/1&2 Normal
50 01010111 Normal Normal Normal Normal Normal A/3&4
51 01011000 Normal Normal Normal Normal Normal B/3&4
52 01011001 Normal Normal Normal Normal Normal C/3&4
53 01011010 Normal Normal Normal Normal Normal D/3&4
54 01011011 Normal Normal Normal Normal A/1&2 A/3&4
55 01011100 Normal Normal Normal Normal A/1&2 B/3&4
56 01011101 Normal Normal Normal Normal A/1&2 C/3&4
57 01011110 Normal Normal Normal Normal A/1&2 D/3&4
58 01011111 Normal Normal Normal Normal B/1&2 B/3&4
59 01100000 Normal Normal Normal Normal B/1&2 C/3&4
60 01100001 Normal Normal Normal Normal B/1&2 D/3&4
61 01100010 Normal Normal Normal Normal C/1&2 C/3&4
62 01100011 Normal Normal Normal Normal C/1&2 D/3&4
63 01100100 Normal Normal Normal Normal D/1&2 D/3&4
* PB7…PB12 → Push button number
* Normal → Normal momentary contact
* A/1&2…D/3&4 → A/B Selector type with designated LED Display (LED 1&2 or LED 3&4)
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C. Inline Push Button Configuration (Transmitter Toggle)
The push button arrangement for inline push button setup starts from top to bottom and
then from right column to left column (refer to Fig. 10 below). To set inline push button
configuration please refer to JP4 and JP5 jumpers setting on page 28. With inline push
buttons configuration, PB1 & PB2 still corresponds to output relay K1 - K4; PB3 & PB4
corresponds to relay K5 - K8; etc…
(Fig. 10)
DIP PB7 PB8 PB9 PB10 PB11 PB12
64 00000000 Normal Normal Normal Normal Normal Normal
65 00000101 Normal Normal Normal LED 4 Normal Normal
66 00010100 Normal Normal LED 3 LED 4 Normal Normal
67 00010101 Normal LED 2 LED 3 LED 4 Normal Normal
68 00010110 LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 LED 4 Normal Normal
69 00001001 Normal Normal Normal Normal LED 4 Normal
70 00010111 Normal Normal Normal LED 3 LED 4 Normal
71 00011000 Normal Normal LED 2 LED 3 LED 4 Normal
72 00011001 Normal LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 LED 4 Normal
73 00001101 Normal Normal Normal Normal Normal LED 4
74 00011010 Normal Normal Normal Normal LED 3 LED 4
75 00011011 Normal Normal Normal LED 2 LED 3 LED 4
76 00011100 Normal Normal LED 1 LED 2 LED 3 LED 4
* PB7…PB12 → Push button number
* Normal → Normal momentary contact
* LED 1…LED 4 → Transmitter toggled with designated LED Display
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D. Inline Push Button Configuration (A/B Selector)
There are four (4) different types of A/B selector sequences available on the Flex system.
Choose the one that is most suitable for your application.
Type-A selector sequence : A+B → A → B → A+B …
Type-B selector sequence : Off → A → B → Off → A → B …
Type-C selector sequence : A → B → A+B → A → B → A+B …
Type-D selector sequence : Off → A → B → A+B → Off → A → B → A+B …
DIP PB9 PB10 PB11 PB12
77 01110011 A/1&2 Normal Normal Normal
78 01110100 B/1&2 Normal Normal Normal
79 01110101 C/1&2 Normal Normal Normal
80 01110110 D/1&2 Normal Normal Normal
81 00110011 Normal A/3&4 Normal Normal
82 00110100 Normal B/3&4 Normal Normal
83 00110101 Normal C/3&4 Normal Normal
84 00110110 Normal D/3&4 Normal Normal
85 01110111 A/1&2 A/3&4 Normal Normal
86 01111000 A/1&2 B/3&4 Normal Normal
87 01111001 A/1&2 C/3&4 Normal Normal
88 01111010 A/1&2 D/3&4 Normal Normal
89 01111011 B/1&2 B/3&4 Normal Normal
90 01111100 B/1&2 C/3&4 Normal Normal
91 01111101 B/1&2 D/3&4 Normal Normal
92 01111110 C/1&2 C/3&4 Normal Normal
93 01111111 C/1&2 D/3&4 Normal Normal
94 10000000 D/1&2 D/3&4 Normal Normal
* PB7…PB12 → Push button number
* Normal → Normal momentary contact
* A/1&2…D/3&4 → A/B Selector type with designated LED Display (LED 1&2 or LED 3&4)
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DIP PB9 PB10 PB11 PB12
95 10000001 Normal A/1&2 Normal Normal
96 10000010 Normal B/1&2 Normal Normal
97 10000011 Normal C/1&2 Normal Normal
98 10000100 Normal D/1&2 Normal Normal
99 01000101 Normal Normal A/3&4 Normal
100 01000110 Normal Normal B/3&4 Normal
101 01000111 Normal Normal C/3&4 Normal
102 01001000 Normal Normal D/3&4 Normal
103 10000101 Normal A/1&2 A/3&4 Normal
104 10000110 Normal A/1&2 B/3&4 Normal
105 10000111 Normal A/1&2 C/3&4 Normal
106 10001000 Normal A/1&2 D/3&4 Normal
107 10001001 Normal B/1&2 B/3&4 Normal
108 10001010 Normal B/1&2 C/3&4 Normal
109 10001011 Normal B/1&2 D/3&4 Normal
110 10001100 Normal C/1&2 C/3&4 Normal
111 10001101 Normal C/1&2 D/3&4 Normal
112 10001110 Normal D/1&2 D/3&4 Normal
* PB7…PB12 → Push button number
* Normal → Normal momentary contact
* A/1&2…D/3&4 → A/B Selector type with designated LED Display (LED 1&2 or LED 3&4)
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DIP PB9 PB10 PB11 PB12
113 10001111 Normal Normal A/1&2 Normal
114 10010000 Normal Normal B/1&2 Normal
115 10010001 Normal Normal C/1&2 Normal
116 10010010 Normal Normal D/1&2 Normal
117 01010111 Normal Normal Normal A/3&4
118 01011000 Normal Normal Normal B/3&4
119 01011001 Normal Normal Normal C/3&4
120 01011010 Normal Normal Normal D/3&4
121 10010011 Normal Normal A/1&2 A/3&4
122 10010100 Normal Normal A/1&2 B/3&4
123 10010101 Normal Normal A/1&2 C/3&4
124 10010110 Normal Normal A/1&2 D/3&4
125 10010111 Normal Normal B/1&2 B/3&4
126 10011000 Normal Normal B/1&2 C/3&4
127 10011001 Normal Normal B/1&2 D/3&4
128 10011010 Normal Normal C/1&2 C/3&4
129 10011011 Normal Normal C/1&2 D/3&4
130 10011100 Normal Normal D/1&2 D/3&4
* PB7…PB12 → Push button number
* Normal → Normal momentary contact
* A/1&2…D/3&4 → A/B Selector type with designated LED Display (LED 1&2 or LED 3&4)
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3. Channel Change via Push Buttons
Other than CHANNEL dip-switch on the encoder board, the transmitter channel can also be
changed directly on the push buttons. Please refer to the instruction below on how to change the
transmitter channel via push buttons.
a. Press and hold PB1, PB2 and PB3 and rotate the power key to START position at the same
time. A series of green and red blinks will appear on the Status LED showing the current
channel setting. A green blink represents the tens (+10) and a red blink represents the units
(+1).
Examples: 2 green blinks followed by 5 red blinks represents channel 25.
6 red blinks represents channel 06.
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b. Select a new channel by pressing PB1 and PB2 on the transmitter. Press PB1 to increment
the units (+1) and PB2 to increment the tens (+10).
Examples: Press PB2 two times and then PB1 four times will give you channel 24.
Press PB1 nine times with give you channel 09.
c. When finished, the newly selected channel will appear on the Status LED via a series of
green and red blinks again.
d. Exit the channel programming by turning off the transmitter power.
e. Make sure the receiver channel is set identical to the transmitter. Please refer to page 21 and
page 36 on how to change receiver channel.
f. Please note that when the CHANNEL dip-switch inside the transmitter is changed, the priority
will revert back to the new channel set on the CHANNEL dip-switch.
g. Please note that when channel is set beyond channel 62 via PB1 and PB2 (i.e. channel 63,
68, 88, etc…), the system will recognize it as channel 62.
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4. Program 4-Digit Security Code
Prior to rotating the transmitter power key-switch to the START position to begin operation, you
must first enter a 4-digit security code in order to proceed further. When this 4-digit security code is
input correctly, a green light will appear on the Status LED. Please refer to the instruction below on
how to program the 4-digit security code.
a. Press and hold PB1, PB2, PB3 and PB4 and rotate the power key to START position at the
same time.
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b. A constant orange light will appear on the Status LED telling you that you are in the security
code programming mode.
c. For newly purchased system with the security code function deactivated (default setting),
press PB1 four times (1111) to activate the security code function. At this time the Status LED
on the transmitter will blink orange slowly telling you that the 4 digits entered is correct. Then
select your own 4-digit security code by pressing PB1, PB2, PB3 or PB4 on the transmitter
(four presses randomly). At this time fast orange blinks are displayed on the Status LED
telling you to reconfirm the 4-digit security code you have just entered. A green light will
appear once you have re-entered the same 4-digit security code again (programming
completed). If a red light is shown on the Status LED after you have re-entered the security
code (incorrect input), then you must reset the transmitter power and then repeat steps a, b
and c again.
Steps: Press and hold PB1-PB4 and rotate power key to START position → constant orange
→ press PB1 four times (for new systems) or 4-digit security code → slow orange blinks →
enter the new 4-digit security code → fast orange blinks → re-enter the same 4-digit security
code again → green light.
d. If you wish to cancel the security code function, then repeat steps a, b, and c above and
press PB1 four times as your new security code (security code function disabled).
e. If you do not remember the 4-digit security code, then you must contact your dealer or
distributor for further assistance.
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5. I-CHIP
The I-CHIP functions in a way that is very similar to a SIM card inside a mobile phone, which
stores system information such as your telephone number, account number, phone book and
other settings. The I-CHIP works exactly the same way, as it stores information such as system
serial number/ID code, channel and push button configurations.
When replacing a transmitter handset, just take the I-CHIP out of the old transmitter and install it
into the new one (refer to Fig. 11 below). For a complete information transfer, make sure both the
Channel and Function dip-switch is set to all “1”. If both dip-switches are set to all “1”, then the
transmitter will operate according to the push button configurations and channel stored inside the
I-CHIP. If both the Channel and Function dip-switch is set to other values other than all “1”, then
the transmitter will operate according to the channel and push button configurations set on these
two dip-switches, not the ones stored inside the I-CHIP. Every time the settings on these two dip-
switches are changed, the new settings will be stored into the I-CHIP automatically. In this case
the previous channel and push button configurations stored inside the I-CHIP will be erased and
be replaced by the new settings.
For safety purposes, the system serial number/ID code stored inside the I-CHIP cannot be
changed directly on the transmitter encoder board. Only channels and push button
configurations can be changed directly on the encoder board via Channel and Function dip-
switches. There are only two ways that you can change a transmitter serial number/ID code: via
the I-CHIP programming port located on the decoder module inside the receiver unit, please
refer to page 29 on how to program the I-CHIP (serial number/ID code) via receiver unit; or via
an external I-CHIP programmer or duplicator unit available from the factory. Please ask your
local dealers for assistance if your system requires serial number/ID code adjustments.
(Fig. 11)
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B. RECEIVER UNIT
1. System Channel Settings
(Fig. 12)
Even though the Flex system is equipped with an automatic channel scanning receiver, the user
can also set the receiver channel manually. Please refer to page 36 on how the automatic
channel scanning receiver works.
Set the receiver channel by adjusting the channel dip-switch located on the receiver module
(refer to Fig. 12 above), only the first six (6) positions are used for channel programming (refer to
Fig. 13 below). The system channels table located on page 30 illustrates which dip-switch setting
corresponds to which channel. Once the receiver channel is altered make sure to change the
transmitter channel as well. The channel on both the transmitter and receiver must be identical in
order for the system to work. To change the transmitter channel please refer to page 9.
Example: Top slot → “1”
Bottom slot → “0”
(Fig. 13)
The above dip-switch setting “1 0 0 1 0 0” corresponds to “channel 36” in the system channels
table on page 30.
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F1 R1 F/R2
F1 F2R1 R2
F1 F/R2
R1 R1F1 F/R2
2. Output Relay Configurations
a. Output Relay Types
1. Three (3) output relays per motion – shared 2nd speed output relay
Output relays with Forward 1st speed (F1), Reverse 1st speed (R1) and
Forward/Reverse 2nd speed (F/R2). Forward and Reverse 2nd speed (F/R2) share the
same output relay.
2. Four (4) output relays per motion – separate 1st and 2nd speed output
relays
Output relays with Forward 1st speed (F1), Reverse 1st speed (R1), Forward 2nd speed
(F2) and Reverse 2nd speed (R2). Forward and Reverse 2nd speed with separate output
relays.
b. Output Relay Actions at 2nd Speed
1. 3-output relays configuration with Closed/Closed contact at 2nd
speed
At 2nd speed, both 1st speed (F1 or R1) and 2nd speed (F/R2) output relays are
closed (refer to page 26 on how to set to this function).
Forward 1st speed push button pressed Forward 2nd speed push button pressed
↓↓
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F1 R1 F2 R2R2F2R1F1
ON
OFF
R2F2R1F1 R2F2R1F1
2. 4-output relays configuration with Opened/Closed contact at 2nd
speed
At 2nd speed, only the 2nd speed (F2 or R2) output relay is closed (refer to page 26 on
how to set to this function).
Forward 1st speed push button pressed Forward 2nd speed push button pressed
↓ ↓
3. 4-output relays configuration with Closed/Closed contact at 2nd
speed
At 2nd speed, both 1st speed (F1 or R1) and 2nd speed (F2 or R2) output relays are
closed (refer to page 26 on how to set to this function).
Forward 1st speed push button pressed Forward 2nd speed push button pressed
↓ ↓
c. ON/OFF Push Button Function
The user can set any of the two adjacent push buttons on the transmitter to behave like a
mechanical ON & OFF rocker switch (refer to page 26 on how to set to this function). When
“On” output relay is closed (“On” push button pressed), the “Off” output relay will open
automatically, or vice versa.
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OFF
3rd
SPEED
d. START/AUX Function
After initiating the START function the Start position will become an auxiliary function with
momentary contact. For auxiliary applications such as a horn or a buzzer, please connect it to
the FUNC output relay (wire #6) located inside the receiver unit.
e. Magnet ON/OFF Push Button Function
The user can set any of the two adjacent push buttons on the transmitter to control a
magnet. To activate the magnet just press the push button with the Magnet symbol. To
deactivate the magnet, for safety purpose, you must first press and hold the Magnet push
button and then press the OFF push button. Pressing the OFF push button by itself can not
deactivate the magnet (refer to page 26 on how to set to this function).
f. Brake Function
When the transmitter push button is released from 2nd speed up to 1st speed, both 1st and 2nd
speed output relays will open for up to 1.0 second and then with 1st speed output relay closed
thereafter (refer to page 26 on how to set to this function).
g. Momentary Contact
When push button is released the output relay corresponds to that push button will open
(refer to page 27 on how to set to this function). This type of contact is usually applies to
external application such as horns or buzzers.
h. Toggled Contact
When the push button is released the output relay corresponds to that push button will
remain closed (maintained contact) until the next time the user presses the same push
button again (refer to page 27 on how to set to this function). This type of contact is usually
applied to external application such as lights.
i. 3rd Speed Push Button Function
This function allows the crane to travel an additional step beyond 2nd speed. For example, if
the operator is pressing the “UP” push button down to 2nd speed, pressing the 3rd speed push
button (with “UP” push button still hold at 2nd speed) will toggle between the 2nd speed and 3rd
speed (refer to page 27 on how to set to this function).
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Aux
STOP
41 32 65 87
4132 65 87
42317856
41 2 3 65 78
j. Auxiliary STOP Push Button Function
The auxiliary STOP function acts as a 2nd emergency stop button. Other than by
emergency stop button and transmitter power key switch, the receiver MAIN is also
deactivated when this auxiliary stop push button is pressed (refer to page 27 on how to
set to this function).
k. Pitch & Catch Function
This function allows two operators to control one crane from opposite ends of a cross or
long travel (refer to page 27 on how to set to this function). When set to “Pitch & Catch”
make sure the 2nd transmitter is set to the next upper channel (channel X*+1). For example,
if the system is preset at “Ch.01” then the channel of the 2nd transmitter should be set to
“Ch.02”. Furthermore, the dip-switch position #7 and #8 on the receiving module should be
set to “01”, this will allow the receiver to scan only Ch.01 and Ch.02 (please refer to the
illustration below). On the other hand, since there are only 62 available channels on the
Flex system, the system preset at channel 62 is ineffective because the 2nd transmitter can
not be set to Ch.63. If your system is preset at Ch.62 make sure to change it to another
channel.
3. Receiver Auto-Scanning Settings
Receiver Channel Dip-switch
↓
(1) →Scanning all 62 channels (manufacture preset)
For standard operation
(2) →Single fixed channel (channel X*)
Auto scanning function disabled
(3) →Scanning 2 channels only (channel X*, channel X*+1)
For Pitch & Catch, Tandem, and Random Access operation with
2 receivers
(4) →Scanning 3 channels only (channel X*, channel X*+1,
channel X*+2)
For Random Access operation with 3 receivers
* Channel X → Channel set on the receiving module
Example: If the first 6 dip-switch positions on the receiving module is set to Ch.01
(“000000” or “000001”), when set to 2-channel scanning (type-3 above), then
the receiver will only scan Ch.01 and Ch.02.
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RELAY FUNCTIONS
1 324 756 8
4. Dip-Switch Settings
a. Interlocked Functions
Interlocked means the two adjacent push buttons can not be activated simultaneously as
they will cancel each other out. Interlocked settings are usually applied to a crane’s forward
and reverse motions. Each dip-switch on the decoder module corresponds to one (1)
motion or two (2) adjacent push buttons (refer to Fig. 14 & 15 below). Only the first seven
(7) dip-switch positions are used (counting from left to right). The 8th dip-switch position
(far right) is not used.
(Fig. 14) (Fig. 15)
▇ Manufacture preset
Dip
Settings Function Descriptions # of Relays
Used
0000000 Normal (single speed only, F2 & R2 relays not used) 2
0000001 Closed/Closed Relay Action at 2nd Speed (separate 2nd speed
relay) 4
0000010 Closed/Closed Relay Action at 2nd Speed (shared 2nd speed
relay) 3
0000011 Opened/Closed Relay Action at 2nd Speed (separate 2nd speed
relay) 4
0000110 On (right button) & Off (left button) 2
0001000 On & Off affected by the e-stop command. When E-stop
command is initiated, the Off relay is activated. 2
0001001
On + Start / Off + Start -- Prior to pressing the button you must
first rotate and hold the power key switch at START position to
activate On or Off relays.
2
0001010 FWD/REV toggled (latched). 2
0001011 FWD/REV toggled (latched) and affected by the E-stop
command. 2
0000111 Safety Magnet On & Off 2
0100001 Closed/Closed + Brake 4
0100010 Closed/Closed Relay Action + Brake 3
0100011 Opened/Closed Relay Action + Brake 4
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b. Non-Interlocked Functions
Contrary to interlocked settings, non-interlocked settings allow the two adjacent push
buttons to be used simultaneously. Non-interlocked settings are usually applied to a crane’s
auxiliary functions such as lights, horns, 3rd speed, auxiliary stop, and Pitch & Catch. Each
dip-switch on the decoder module corresponds to one (1) motion or two (2) adjacent push
buttons (left & right push buttons).
Function
Code
Dip
Position
Setting
#1
Dip Position Setting
#2 - #4 (left button)
&
#5 - #7 (right button)
Function Description
A 1 000 Normal (momentary) contact.
B 1 001 Toggled (latching) contact.
C 1 010 Acceleration (3rd speed).
D1 011
Toggled (latching) contact affected by the
E-Stop command. When E-Stop command
is initiated, all toggled (latching) relays are
also deactivated.
E 1 101
Pitch & Catch Type-1. When Pitch (release)
function is initiated, receiver MAIN will
not be deactivated.
F1 110
Pitch & Catch Type-2. When Pitch (release)
function is initiated, receiver MAIN will
be deactivated.
G1 111 Auxiliary Stop.
H 1 100
Normal + Start function. For added safety,
you must first rotate and hold the power key
switch at “START” position and then press
the intended push button at the same
time to activate the output relay.
Example #1: Left button (set to function code A) / right button (set to function code A) → 1 000 000
Example #2: Left button (set to function code B) / right button (set to function code B) → 1 001 001
Example #3: Left button (set to function code A) / right button (set to function code C) → 1 000 010
Example #4: Left button (set to function code F) / right button (set to function code A) → 1 110 000
Note: When set to Pitch & Catch function make sure the 2nd transmitter is set to the next upper channel. For
example, if the system is preset at Ch.01 then the 2nd transmitter should be set to Ch.02. Furthermore, you
must also set the dip-switch on the receiving module (position #7 & #8) to “10” position (2-channel
scanning), please refer to page 25.
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JP1
JP2
JP3
JP4
JP5
JP6
JP7
5. Jumper Settings
Jumper settings are applied to functions such as mainline-disconnect time, Start function,
transmitter push button layout, system information (serial number/ID code) programming, and
system testing. The jumpers #1 - #7 are located on the decoder module above the six (6) dip-
switches (refer to Fig.16 below).
(Fig. 16)
▇ Manufacture preset
Jumper Settin
g
s Function
JP1
(Blank)
JP2
(Blank)
Receiver MAIN remained closed until the transmitter power is turned
off or emergency stop command is initiated.
JP1
(Inserted)
JP2
(Blank) Receiver MAIN opens after 5 minutes of system inactivity.
JP1
(Blank)
JP2
(Inserted) Receiver MAIN opens after 30 minutes of system inactivity.
JP1
(Inserted)
JP2
(Inserted) Receiver MAIN opens after 60 minutes of system inactivity.
JP3
(Blank)
Press any push button on the transmitter to activate the receiver MAIN
at system startup, after e-stop reset, and after system inactivity
(refer to JP1 & JP2 settings above).
JP3
(Inserted)
Rotate the power key switch to “START” position to activate the receiver
MAIN at system startup, after e-stop reset, and after system inactivity
(refer to JP1 & JP2 settings above).
JP4
(Blank)
JP5
(Blank) Standard right-to-left push button configuration for all models.
JP4
(Inserted)
JP5
(Blank) In-line push button configuration (top to bottom) for Flex 8ES/EX.
JP4
(Blank)
JP5
(Inserted) In-line push button configuration (top to bottom) for Flex 12ES/EX.
JP4
(Inserted)
JP5
(Inserted) In-line push button configuration (top to bottom) for Flex 4ES/EX.
JP6
(Blank)
Program system serial number/ID code and channel from decoder modu
l
to I-CHIP.
JP6
(Inserted)
Program system serial number/ID code and channel from I-CHIP
to decoder module.
JP7
(Inserted) For system test only, receiver MAIN disabled.
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COM 1234
6. I-CHIP Programming Port
(Fig. 17)
The I-CHIP programming port located on the decoder module (refer to Fig. 17 above) inside the
receiver is designed for the purpose of transferring system serial number/ID code either from I-
CHIP to receiver or vice versa. If you wish to transfer system information from receiver to I-CHIP,
just insert the I-CHIP onto the programming port (JP6 jumper not inserted), wait until the Status
LED on the decoder module turned constant green (within 2 seconds), and then take the I-CHIP
out of the programming port (programming completed). At this time the I-CHIP should also
possess the same serial number/ID code as the receiver. If the Status LED on the decoder
module displays a constant red light after inserting the I-CHIP (programming failed), then you
must reinsert the I-CHIP one more time. On the other hand, if you wish to transfer system
information from the I-CHIP to the receiver, then you must first insert JP6 jumper prior to
inserting the I-CHIP, then wait for the green light to appear on the Status LED. At this time the
receiver should also possess the same system information as the I-CHIP. Please note that the
receiver unit must be powered in order to proceed with the programming.
7. Voltage Settings
Always check the voltage setting is correct for your application prior to installation (refer to Fig. 18
below).
Position 1 → 110~120VAC
Position 2 →220~240VAC or 24VAC*
Position 3 → 380-400VAC or 42VAC*
Position 4 → 410-460VAC or 48VAC* or 12~24VDC**
* For system with 24/42/48VAC power supply. (Fig. 18)
** For system with 12~24VDC power supply.
F9 and F10 power fuse ratings:
FUSE # 110 -
120VAC
220 -
240VAC
380 -
400VAC
410 -
460VAC
24VAC 42 & 48VAC 12 - 24VDC
F9 1.0A (red) 1.0A (red) 1.0A (red) 0.5A (blue) 3.0A (yellow) 2.0A (purple) 2.0A (purple)
F10 1.0A (red) 1.0A (red) 1.0A (red) 0.5A (blue) 3.0A (yellow) 2.0A (purple) 2.0A (purple)
* Output relay fuse → 5.0A (clear)
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5. System Channels Table
Channel Frequency Dip-switch
Setting Channel Frequency Dip-switch
Setting
01 433.000MHZ 000000 32 433.775MHZ 100000
01 433.000MHZ 000001 33 433.800MHZ 100001
02 433.025MHZ 000010 34 433.825MHZ 100010
03 433.050MHZ 000011 35 433.850MHZ 100011
04 433.075MHZ 000100 36 433.875MHZ 100100
05 433.100MHZ 000101 37 433.900MHZ 100101
06 433.125MHZ 000110 38 433.925MHZ 100110
07 433.150MHZ 000111 39 433.950MHZ 100111
08 433.175MHZ 001000 40 433.975MHZ 101000
09 433.200MHZ 001001 41 434.000MHZ 101001
10 433.225MHZ 001010 42 434.025MHZ 101010
11 433.250MHZ 001011 43 434.050MHZ 101011
12 433.275MHZ 001100 44 434.075MHZ 101100
13 433.300MHZ 001101 45 434.100MHZ 101101
14 433.325MHZ 001110 46 434.125MHZ 101110
15 433.350MHZ 001111 47 434.150MHZ 101111
16 433.375MHZ 010000 48 434.175MHZ 110000
17 433.400MHZ 010001 49 434.200MHZ 110001
18 433.425MHZ 010010 50 434.225MHZ 110010
19 433.450MHZ 010011 51 434.250MHZ 110011
20 433.475MHZ 010100 52 434.275MHZ 110100
21 433.500MHZ 010101 53 434.300MHZ 110101
22 433.525MHZ 010110 54 434.325MHZ 110110
23 433.550MHZ 010111 55 434.350MHZ 110111
24 433.575MHZ 011000 56 434.375MHZ 111000
25 433.600MHZ 011001 57 434.400MHZ 111001
26 433.625MHZ 011010 58 434.425MHZ 111010
27 433.650MHZ 011011 59 434.450MHZ 111011
28 433.675MHZ 011100 60 434.475MHZ 111100
29 433.700MHZ 011101 61 434.500MHZ 111101
30 433.725MHZ 011110 62 434.525MHZ 111110
31 433.750MHZ 011111 I-CHIP 111111*
* When set to all “1” the priority goes to the channel assigned inside the I-CHIP.
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6. Receiver Installation
A. OUTPUT RELAY CONTACT DIAGRAM
* For 3-relay (shared 2nd speed) and 4-relay (separate 2nd speed) configuration please refer to pages
22-26.
* For 4-relay closed/closed and 4-relay opened/closed relay configuration please refer to pages
22-26.
* For different voltage settings please refer to page 29.
* For F9 and F10 power fuse ratings please refer to page 29.
* For 12 - 24VDC power supply, wire #1 corresponds to the negative charge (-) and wire #3
corresponds to the positive charge (+). Wire #2 is for GROUND.
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B. PRE-INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS
1. Make sure the transmitter and receiver have identical serial number/ID codes and channels.
2. Make sure the receiver is not set to the same channel as any other systems in use in the
surrounding area.
3. Make sure that the crane or equipment is working properly prior to installation.
4. Make sure the power source to the receiver is set correctly.
5. Switch off the main power source to the crane or equipment prior to installation.
C. STEP-BY-STEP INSTALLATION
(Fig. 19)
1. For best reception the location of the receiver should be visible to the operator at all time.
2. The location selected should not be exposed to high levels of electric noise. Mounting the
receiver next to an unshielded variable frequency drive may cause minor interference. Always
locate the receiver as far away from variable frequency drive as possible.
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432 mm
Control
Panel
3. Ensure the selected location has adequate space to accommodate the
receiver (refer to Fig. 19 on page 32). If an external antenna is used, to
avoid the possibility of antenna damage always locate the receiver
where the antenna is free from any obstacles from all directions (refer to
diagram at right).
4. When installing an external antenna you must connect the SMA jack
located inside the receiver and make sure to set the jumper to “EXT”
position (refer to diagram below).
5. For better reception, make sure the receiver is in an upright position.
6. Drill two holes (10mm in diameter) on the control panel or location where the receiver is to be
installed (refer to Fig. 19 on page 32).
7. Make sure the two bolts are tightened after installation.
8. For system wiring please refer to page 31.
D. SYSTEM TESTING
1. Turn on the power source to the receiver and test the MAIN relay output by pressing the red
emergency stop button and observe that it properly opens and closes the mainline disconnect
contactor.
2. Test the operation of each function to ensure it corresponds to the transmitter direction labels or the
pendant it is replacing.
3. Test the limit switches (if any) to see if they are working properly.
4. If your new remote control is replacing an existing pendant, make sure it is completely
disconnected and placed in a safe location to prevent unwanted control commands.
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7. Operating Procedure
A. TRANSMITTER OPERATION
1. General Operating Procedure
a. Reset the red emergency stop button located on the top left hand side of the transmitter
handset by rotating it either clockwise or counter clockwise. The red button will pop up.
b. Turn on the transmitter power by inserting the black-colored key into the power key slot
located on the top right hand side of the transmitter handset and rotate it clockwise to “On”
position.
c. After turning on the transmitter power, check the Status LED on the transmitter handset for any
sign of system irregularities (refer to “Status Light Indicators & Warnings” on page 37). If the
system is normal the Status LED will light up green for two (2) seconds.
d. If there are no signs of any system irregularities, then rotate the power key further clockwise
to “Start” position for up to 2 seconds. This will activate the receiver MAIN (depends on JP3
setting on page 28). Thereafter, the same “Start” position will become an auxiliary function
with momentary contact (refer to page 24).
e. Now press any push button on the transmitter handset to operate the crane or equipment.
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AB
3rd
SPEED
During transmitter inactivity (push buttons not pressed), the transmitter will automatically
switch to standby mode, with an orange blink on the Status LED every 4-second interval.
f. In case of an emergency, pressing down on the red emergency stop button will
immediately disconnect the receiver mainline (Status LED blinks red). To reset the
emergency stop button just rotate the red button either clockwise or counter-clockwise; it
will pop up. When the green light appears, rotate the power key to “Start” position to
resume operation (depends on JP3 setting on page 28).
g. After 5 minutes of inactivity (push button not pressed) the receiver MAIN will be
disconnected temporarily (depends on JP1 & JP2 settings on page 28). To resume
operation just rotate the power key switch to START position to reconnect the receiver
MAIN.
h. Turn off the transmitter power by rotating the power key counter-clockwise to “Off” position; it
will disconnect the transmitter power and the receiver MAIN altogether. Turn it further
counter-clockwise to release the key.
2. A/B Selector Push Button Operating Procedure
Pressing the “Select A/B” push button will toggle between output relay A, B, A+B respectively.
There are 4 different types of Select A/B sequences available; please refer to page 11~13 for
instructions on how to set Select A/B functions.
3. 3rd Speed Push Button Operating Procedure
When a push button is held at 2nd speed, pressing the 3rd Speed push button one time will
activate the 3rd speed output relay (toggled). If the operator wants 2nd speed again, just press
the 3rd Speed push button one more time.
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O
N
O
F
F
C
A
T
C
H
CATCH
CATCH
PITCH
PITCH
1
2
4. Pitch & Catch Operating Procedure
To release control of the crane, press the “Pitch” push button. To take over control of the crane,
rotate the power key switch to “Catch” position for up to 2 seconds. The 2nd operator can not
take control of the crane unless the 1st operator presses the “Pitch” push button (2.0 seconds).
If the operator unintentionally presses the “Pitch” push button during operation, just rotate the
power key to “Catch” position for up to 2 seconds to regain control again.
→ →
5. Automatic Channel Scanning Operating Procedure
After changing the transmitter channel (refer to page 9), turn on the transmitter power and rotate
the power key switch to “Start” position and hold it there for up to 1 minute. Within this 1-minute
period the receiver will search (channel 01 ~ channel 62) and lock onto the newly selected
transmitter channel automatically. Please note that in order for the receiver to switch to auto-
scanning mode, prior to changing the transmitter channel, you must first deactivate the receiver
MAIN by shutting off the transmitter power or press down the emergency stop button. Please
refer to page 25 if you do not want the receiver to auto-scan all 62 channels.
Change Transmitter Channel →
6. Changing Transmitter Batteries
Change the transmitter batteries by unscrewing the battery cover located on the backside of the
transmitter (refer to Fig. 20 below). During battery installation make sure that the blue ribbon is
centered between the two batteries. After changing the batteries also make sure that all screws
are tightened to avoid water, moisture, dirt, grease, or other liquid penetration.
(Fig. 20)
↓
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B. STATUS LIGHT INDICATORS & WARNINGS
1. Transmitter STATUS Light Indication
Type Display Type Indication
Voltage goes below 1.9V at initial power on -
transmitter power shuts off.
1Constant red Voltage goes below 1.8V during operation -
transmitter power shuts off. Turn the power off
to disengage the receiver main.
21 red blink followed by a 2-
second pause
Voltage goes below 1.85V during operation -
change batteries immediately.
32 red blinks followed by a 2-
second pause
The pushbutton is defective after turning on the
transmitter power.
4No light displayed
When a defective push button condition occurs
(2 red blinks, type 3 above), find out which push
button is defective by pressing all the push
buttons on the transmitter one at a time. If the
push button is in good working order, the LED
will not light up when pressed. If the push
button is defective the LED will continue to
display 2 red blinks when pressed.
53 red blinks followed by a 2-
second pause EEPROM error.
64 red blinks followed by a 2-
second pause
Transmitting error, system can not lock on
to the designated channel.
7Constant green for up to 2
seconds
Transmitter power on with no faults detected
(prior to initiating the START function).
8Blinking green Pushbutton pressed, signal transmitted.
9Slow red blinks Stop command initiated with receiver
MAIN deactivated.
10 1 orange blink every 4 seconds Transmitter on standby.
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2. Receiver STATUS Light Indication
Type Display Type Indication
1Fast green blinks Decoding in process
2Slow green blinks Decoding on standby
3Slow red blinks Stop command initiated with receiver
MAIN deactivated
4Two red blinks Receiver MAIN jammed or defective
5Fast red blinks Incorrect transmitter serial number/ID code
6Constant red Receiver under-voltage, LV output relay
activated
7No light displayed Decoding microprocessor is defective
3. Receiver SQ Light Indication
Type Display Type (Red) Indication
1On Transmission received
2Off No transmission
3Blinks intermittently Other radio interference
4. Receiver POWER Light Indication
Type Display Type (Red) Indication
1On Power to receiver
2Off No power to receiver
5. Receiver COM Light Indication
Type Display Type (Red) Indication
1On Power to relay Board
2Off No power to relay board
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C. TROUBLE SHOOTING TIPS
Problems Possible Reasons Suggestions
Transmitter low battery power Check the transmitter battery level.
Emergency stop button
activated prior to startup
Prior to turning on the transmitter power switch
make sure that the red emergency stop button is
elevated.
Improper startup procedure
Redo the startup procedure by holding the power
key at “START” position for up to 2.0 seconds
and then release.
Incorrect system RF channel Make sure that the transmitter handset and the
receiver unit both have the same channel.
Incorrect system serial
number/ID code
Make sure that the transmitter handset and
receiver unit both have the same serial
number/ID code.
No response when
transmitter push
button is pressed
(Improper startup &
settings)
System out of range
Make sure that the startup procedure is initiated
within 100 meters (300 feet) from the receiver
location.
Defective transmitting and
receiving module
Check the SQ display on the face of the
receiver unit. If it does not light up when the
push button is pressed then either the
transmitting or receiving module is defective.
First replace the transmitting module. If SQ
display is still not lit when the push button is
pressed then go ahead and replace the
receiving module.
No response when
transmitter push
button is pressed
(Damaged hardware)
Defective encoder
board or decoder module
If still no response, then replace the transmitter
encoder board. If still
doesn’t work then the decoder module
is defective.
Incorrect input voltage Make sure the source voltage is set correctly.
Blown fuse Check for any blown fuse.
No AC power to
the receiver
Incorrect wiring Check input voltage connection.
Outputs do not
correspond to
transmitter
Incorrect output connection
Check the system wiring again. Please refer to
the output contact diagram inside this manual or
on the receiver cover.
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8. System Specifications
Frequency Range : 433 - 434 MHz
Number of Channels : 62 channels
Channel Spacing : 25 KHz
Modulation : Digital Frequency Modulation based on
Manchester Code, 20bit address, 32bit CRC
Parity Check and Hamming Code.
Encoder & Decoder : Microprocessor-controlled
Transmitting Range : ＞100 Meters / 300 Feet
Hamming Distance : ＞6
Frequency Control : Synthesized PLL (Phase Lock Loop)
Receiver Type : Frequency Auto Scanning
Receiver Sensitivity : -116dBm
Spurious Emission : -50dB
Antenna Impedance : 50 ohms
Responding Time : 60 Milliseconds (average)
Transmitting Power : 0.3mW
Enclosure Type : NEMA-4X
Enclosure Rating : IP-66
Output Contact Rating : 250V @ 10 Amps
Transmitter Operating Voltage : DC 3.0V
Receiver Power Consumption : 11.0 VA
Operating Temperature : -25 - 75 / -13 - 167
Transmitter Dimension : 230mm (L) x 69.0mm (W) x 35mm (H)
Receiver Dimension : 363mm (L) x 228mm (W) x 70mm (H)
Transmitter Weight : 296g / 10.4oz
Receiver Weight : 2.5kg / 5.5lb