User's Manual

ADVANTAGE SERIES LJ45 TRANSMITTER OWNER’S MANUAL
ADVTG XMTR Rev 01 8 Control Chief Corporation
7 OPERATOR INSTRUCTION
Introduction
The operation of an LJ45 transmitter with an Advantage system requires trained and qualified
personnel. Operating personnel should be familiar with basic crane handling, including safety
regulations, and production tasks before attempting to operate a remote controlled crane.
The remote control system is designed to provide the operator with an operational advantage
resulting in improved safety and production efficiency.
Transmitter Operation
Transmitters are secured with a keyed power On/Off switch. The key can be removed in the
OFF position to prevent unauthorized use.
To operate the crane, the following steps are to be followed:
(For Universal Transmitter operation, please refer to the Universal Transmitter section
on page
1H9.)
1. Turn POWER key switch to “ON”.
2. Check the battery operating capacity by noting the BTRY indicator (Orange LED).
• Off Battery at sufficient capacity to support transmitter
operation.
• Steady Weak battery; 10 minutes of service remaining
CAUTION:
Depending on how your installer wired the receiver controller, the next step (3)
may or may not engage the Main Line Contactor. Control Chief’s intention is for
the system to be enabled by a two-step process requiring BOTH steps 3 and 4 to
enable radio remote control of the equipment.
3. Pull out the E-STOP switch. This enables the Main Line Contactor control circuit in
the receiver.
4. Press the WARNING/START/RESET button. Pressing this switch will engage the
Main Line Contactor. Once the Main Line Contactor is activated, the crane is ready
for motion and auxiliary commands.
5. Further actuation of the Warning/Start/Reset pushbutton will activate any warning
devices, which may be utilized on the crane.
6. A Green LED on the transmitter top (labeled PWR) indicates:
• Steady Transmitter ready
• Slow Flash Transmitting
• Fast Flash E-STOP commanded
If the crane is not responding to transmitter commands refer to
2HTROUBLESHOOTING AND
MAINTENANCE on page 10.
ADVANTAGE SERIES LJ45 TRANSMITTER OWNER’S MANUAL
ADVTG XMTR Rev 01 5 Control Chief Corporation
4 LJ45 TRANSMITTER SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency 450-470 MHz.
Channel Spacing 12.5 kHz
Frequency Stability ±2ppm.
Modulation Frequency Modulation Class F1D
RF Output Power 45.7 mW (into 50-Ohm impedance)
Antenna Type Internal
Communication Security
Each transmitter is assigned an operating
frequency and address specific to the crane
system it is to control.
Data Security 16 Bit CRC
Operating Range 1000 feet (305m) typical.
Temperature Range -20 to +140 F (-30 to +60 C).
Power Supply Li-Ion Smart Pack
Battery Life 12 hours minimum @ continuous operation.
Transmitter Diagnostics
LED indicators for Power and Battery voltage
status. See page 8.
Environmental Conditioning
Sealed against dust.
Crane Service Class-E (severe service)
Due to Control Chief Corporation’s commitment to ongoing product improvements, the above
specifications are subject to change without notice.
WARNING:
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY
CONTROL CHIEF® CORPORATION COULD VOID THE USER’S
AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
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