Enrange MLTX2 Transmitter Remote Equipment Control March 2014 Part Number: 198-00144-0001 R5 © 2014 Magnetek Material Handling
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................. 5 1.1 PRODUCT MANUAL SAFETY INFORMATION ............................................................... 5 1.2 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS .......................................................................................... 6 2.0 CRITICAL INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS ................................................................. 7 2.1 GENERAL ................
5.4.1 MLTX2 Configuration Pages .................................................................................... 33 5.4.2 Saving, Downloading, and Reading the Programs and Other RCP Software Functions ................................................................................................................................ 38 6.0 TRANSMITTER RF CHANNEL CONFIGURATION SETTINGS........................................ 40 6.1 FCC STATEMENTS................................................................
1.0 INTRODUCTION Thank you for your purchase of Magnetek’s Enrange® brand MLTX2 Radio Remote Equipment Control. ® These instructions are to be used as a reference for personnel operating the Enrange brand MLTX2 Radio ® Remote Equipment Control and the equipment that this Enrange brand MLTX2 Radio Remote Equipment Control is attached to. The user of these instructions should have basic knowledge in the handling of electronic equipment. 1.1 PRODUCT MANUAL SAFETY INFORMATION Magnetek, Inc.
1.2 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Throughout this document WARNING and CAUTION statements have been deliberately placed to highlight items critical to the protection of personnel and equipment. WARNING – A warning highlights an essential operating or maintenance procedure, practice, etc. which, if not strictly observed, could result in injury or death of personnel, or long term physical hazards.
2.0 CRITICAL INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS WARNING PRIOR TO INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF THIS EQUIPMENT, READ AND DEVELOP AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL AND THE OPERATION MANUAL OF THE EQUIPMENT OR DEVICE TO WHICH THIS EQUIPMENT WILL BE INTERFACED. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH AND DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT. FOLLOW YOUR LOCAL LOCKOUT TAGOUT PROCEDURE BEFORE MAINTAINING ANY REMOTE CONTROLLED EQUIPMENT.
2.3 SAFETY INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDED TRAINING FOR RADIO CONTROLLED EQUIPMENT OPERATORS Anyone being trained to operate radio controlled equipment should possess, as a minimum, the following knowledge and skills before using the radio controlled equipment.
WARNING THE OPERATOR SHOULD NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR ANY RADIO CONTROLLER. IF ANY PRODUCT PERFORMANCE OR SAFETY CONCERNS ARE OBSERVED, THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD IMMEDIATELY BE TAKEN OUT OF SERVICE AND BE REPORTED TO THE SUPERVISOR. DAMAGED AND INOPERABLE RADIO CONTROLLER EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE RETURNED TO MAGNETEK FOR EVALUATION AND REPAIR. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH AND DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT. 2.
2.6 HANDLING BATTERIES WARNING KNOW AND FOLLOW PROPER BATTERY HANDLING, CHARGING AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES. IMPROPER BATTERY PROCEDURES CAN CAUSE BATTERIES TO EXPLODE OR DO OTHER SERIOUS DAMAGE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH AND DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT. Use only batteries approved by Magnetek for the specific product. Do not dispose of a battery pack in fire; it may explode. Do not attempt to open the battery pack. Do not short circuit the battery.
3.0 MLTX2 TRANSMITTER STANDARD CONFIGURATION AND OPERATION WARNING BEFORE OPERATING THE TRANSMITTER, FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH ALL SAFETY INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL, THE CORRESPONDING RECEIVER SYSTEM MANUAL, APPROPRIATE MANUAL SUPPLEMENTS AND ANY OTHER LOCAL, STATE, OR FEDERAL RULES OR REGULATIONS ALREADY IN EXISTENCE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH AND DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
3.1 INSTALLING BATTERY PACK Prior to utilizing the MLTX2 transmitter, the battery pack must be installed (the battery pack is optional if the unit is being utilized with the optional tethered feature). 3.1.1 Alkaline Battery Pack (BT129) The MLTX2 comes standard with a battery pack (BT129) that holds three disposable AA alkaline batteries.
Figure 5: Installation of Battery Cover NOTE: For the battery level indicator on the MLTX2s equipped with either the standard status LED or the optional graphic user interface, the battery type dip switch settings need to be set for the battery pack being used in order to display the correct low battery level indication. See Section 3.1.3 for details on setting the battery type dip switches. 3.1.
3.1.3 Setting Battery Type Dip switches For proper indication of the battery level on the MLTX2 transmitters, the battery type dip switch settings need to be set for the battery pack being used in the transmitter. NOTE: The dip switch settings are set at the factory for the battery type ordered with the system. These settings will need to be changed only if the battery type changes. The dip switches are accessed through the USB/IR cover on the bottom of the MLTX2 transmitter (see Figure 7).
3.2 TURNING THE TRANSMITTER ON AND OFF The MLTX2 uses both a three position toggle switch labeled OFF-ON-START and a Machine Stop switch to turn the transmitter on or off. Figure 9: Machine Stop Switch and OFF-ON-START toggle 3.2.1 Turning On the Transmitter (with Standard Status LED Indicator(s)) 3.2.1.1 Transmitters Equipped with Separate Power/Status and Battery LED Indicators First, the Machine Stop switch must be in the raised position (pulled out).
3.2.2 Turning On the Transmitter (with Optional Graphic User Interface Screen) First, the Machine Stop switch must be in the raised position (pulled out). Next, push the OFFON-START toggle switch to the START position and release it once the Magnetek logo appears on the LCD screen. Following the logo screen, the unit will perform a routine initialization. During initialization, the MLTX2 scans for any switches or motions that may be on during power up.
3.4 POWER/STATUS AND BATTERY LED The standard MLTX2 transmitter includes a Power/Status LED to let the operator know that the unit is functioning and Battery LED to indicate that the battery level is low (see section 3.6.1 for LED indication definitions) NOTE: Single Status/Battery LED equipped units will indicate that the transmitter is on and the battery level from the single LED (see section 3.6.2 for LED indication definitions) 3.
NOTE: If using an optional battery pack from what the unit was shipped from the factory with, the low battery level indicator will be inaccurate unless the dip switch settings are set to the correct battery type being used. See Section 3.1.3 for details to properly set the dip switches. 3.6.1.4 Shutdown Sequence Initiated Indicator (Solid Red Battery LED) When the transmitter is turned off or if the machine stop is depressed, the transmitter will begin its shut down sequence.
Figure 10: Normal operating screen on graphic user interface 3.7.1 Watch Dog Indicator (Spinning Arrow) The spinning arrow represents the watch dog timer within the CPU of the unit. NOTE: The arrow should be continuously spinning at all times. If the arrow is not spinning, the transmitter needs to be rebooted to operate properly. 3.7.
3.7.5 Two-Way Feedback System This option allows the user to view various parameters that may be important to the operation of the equipment on the graphic user interface display screen. Parameters such as engine RPM, the torque or speed of a drive, temperature, current, or any other useful values can be sent from the receiver and displayed on the transmitter. NOTE: Systems utilizing the 433 MHz frequency band do NOT have Two-Way feedback available. 3.
4.0 TRANSMITTER SETUP The transmitter may have settings changed one of four ways. For units without the optional graphic user interface, the built-in dip switch block can adjust the RF channel, RF Channel Setting Override function, and the battery type. The RF channel and access code can be programmed using the IR configuration link with a compatible receiver. All other settings can only be changed at the factory or with the optional RCP software.
Figure 11: Dip switch block as viewed through USB/IR port NOTE: The dip switch block switches are oriented so that the Off position is next to the number designator and the On position is up or away from the number designator. Regardless of which radio frequency the transmitter was equipped with the RF channel dip switch settings are the same. Refer to Sections 6.2 and 6.3 for details on the specific RF channel details for the radio frequency that the transmitter is equipped with.
The dip switch settings will take effect upon the next power cycle of the transmitter. NOTE: If using the optional RCP software on transmitters NOT equipped with the optional graphic user interface, the channel settings will read from the dip switch positions and not from memory when the channel from memory override function is not enabled. The RF channel set by the optional RCP software will not be used unless the memory override dip switch is set to ON.
4.1.3.2 IR Configuration Receiver On Transmitters Equipped with Single Status/Battery LED Indicator To utilize the IR configuration receiver function and link to a compatible receiver, push the OFFON-Start toggle to the Start position and hold for more than 5 seconds. When the transmitter successfully enters the IR configuration mode, the Status/Battery LED will blink continuously.
4.2 USING THE TRANSMITTER IN SETUP MODE (WITH OPTIONAL GRAPHIC USER INTERFACE) NOTE: The Setup Mode is only accessed on transmitters equipped with the optional graphic user interface. The units equipped with the standard status LED can only have the settings of the transmitter changed at the factory or by using the optional RCP software.
4.2.2.2 Channel Select The Channel Select setting determines the frequency that the MLTX2 is operating on. The user can select channels 1-32 which correspond to the frequencies in Sections 6.2 and 6.3. 4.2.2.3 User Code The User Code setting is a unique identifier that allows the user to select multiple modes when using the same channel. The receiver can be tuned to only ‘hear’ messages sent from a transmitter with the same user code. 4.2.2.
4.2.2.6 Password Enable This setting enables or disables the requirement of entering a password into the transmitter to enter Setup Mode. When the disabled setting is selected the user will go directly into Setup Mode without being prompted to enter a password. Magnetek strongly recommends enabling the Setup Mode password setting to prevent unauthorized or accidental changes to parameters. NOTE: The unit is shipped with the password requirement enabled and utilizing the factory default password. 4.2.2.
4.2.2.9 Exit Without Save If the user does not wish to save any of the configuration changes made, the Exit Without Save option can be selected. NOTE: None of the changes will be saved upon selection of this option. The transmitter will start up with the last saved configuration settings. 4.2.2.10 Exit With Save Selection of this option saves all changes and exits the Setup Mode. Upon exit, the device will start up with the new configuration settings.
5.0 OPTIONAL PROGRAMMING WITH RCP Using the optional RCP software makes programming of the MLTX2 easier and allows for settings to be saved for future reference. WARNING THE USE OF RCP (RADIO CONTROL PROGRAMMER) IS INTENDED FOR USE BY AUTHORIZED PERSONS ONLY. CHANGES TO ANY RADIO DATA VALUE MAY LEAD TO UNEXPECTED, UNDESIRABLE, OR UNSAFE OPERATION OF EQUIPMENT AND FURTHERMORE MAY LEAD TO EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH.
WARNING THE ACCESS CODES IN THE RECEIVER ARE UNIQUE AND FACTORY PRESET. DO NOT CHANGE THESE ACCESS CODES UNLESS YOU ARE REPLACING AN EXISTING RECEIVER AND ITS ACCESS CODE. CHANGING THIS CODE COULD MAKE IT COMMON WITH ANOTHER RECEIVER ACCESS CODE, WHICH COULD MOVE OTHER EQUIPMENT. NO TWO SYSTEMS IN ANY LOCATION SHOULD EVER HAVE THE SAME ACCESS CODES INDEPENDENT OF THE FREQUENCY. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH, AND DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT. 5.
5.4 PROGRAMMING WITH RCP Read the section of the MLTX2 manual regarding additional operational features to familiarize you with the features listed below. The MLTX2 transmitter can be programmed using the optional RCP (Radio Control Programmer) software. Magnetek RCP software makes the programming of the MLTX2 transmitter easier and allows the programmer to store all of the MLTX2 settings in files for later use or reference.
For New Projects, Select Device Type After the New Projects icon is selected, a menu will open listing the available device types. Select the device type that matches the product you wish to program (selecting a project type will display a picture of the product for verification). Receive Device Data Checkbox At the bottom of the New Project window there is a check box that allows the user to automatically download the setting values on the device upon connection. NOTE: This check box is checked by default.
This screen also allows the programmer to create a specific name for the device to help keep track of device settings and changes. It is recommended that a unique name is chosen for each device programmed with RCP. 5.4.1 MLTX2 Configuration Pages The MLTX2 transmitter has two configurable pages available to change settings on. The first page allows the configuration of general transmitter settings (Transmitter name, Access code, RF channel and etc.).
Transmitter Name The transmitter name field allows the user to create a custom name for the transmitter. The name can be up to 16 ASCII characters long. Project ID This section displays the Project ID for the unit. The Project ID is set by the factory and cannot be modified by the user. Serial Number This section displays the serial number for the unit. The serial number of the unit is set by the factory and cannot be modified by the user. Access Code The access code acts as the transmitter address.
WARNING THE ACCESS CODES IN THE RECEIVER ARE UNIQUE AND FACTORY PRESET. DO NOT CHANGE THESE ACCESS CODES UNLESS YOU ARE REPLACING AN EXISTING RECEIVER AND ITS ACCESS CODE. CHANGING THIS CODE COULD MAKE IT COMMON WITH ANOTHER RECEIVER ACCESS CODE, WHICH COULD MOVE OTHER EQUIPMENT. NO TWO SYSTEMS IN ANY LOCATION SHOULD EVER HAVE THE SAME ACCESS CODES INDEPENDENT OF FREQUENCY. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH, AND DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
WARNING ALWAYS REMEMBER TO STORE THE PASSWORD IN A SECURE LOCATION FOR ACCESS IF THE PASSWORD IS LOST OR FORGOTTEN. ONCE THE TRANSMITTER IS PROGRAMMED WITH A PASSWORD, THERE IS NO WAY TO DEFEAT THE PASSWORD WITHOUT USING THE RCP SOFTWARE TO EITHER READ THE PASSWORD OR REPROGRAM A NEW PASSWORD. WARNING THIS PASSWORD FUNCTION IS NOT TO BE USED AS A SECURITY DEVICE. THE PURPOSE OF THIS FUNCTION IS TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL CHANGES TO THE TRANSMITTER SETTINGS.
Update Transmitter Date/Time This feature allows the user to reset the internal clock on the transmitter to the correct date and time. The user can select to match the clock on the PC that is connected to the unit or select a custom date and time. CAN Configuration Page This page allows the user to modify the CAN bus network communication settings. Source Address This is the address that the MLTX2 will use as the source address when transmitting messages on the CAN bus network.
Protocol This pull down menu allows the user to modify the communication protocol for the CAN bus network. The user can select from the following options: J1939 CAN Open Parker ICP High Country Tek DN OEM Controls Baud Rate This pull down menu allows the user to modify the communication speed of the CAN bus network. The user selectable options are 50k, 125k, 250k, and 500k. Identifier This pull down menu allows the user to select between an 11 bits or 29 bits identifier. 5.4.
To send a program file to a MLTX2 Transmitter 1. Plug in the USB programming cable or position. 2. Click the “send” button on the RCP screen. A dialog box will pop up confirming that you want to proceed. Check the box marked “I accept,” and then click the button “Continue send to radio.” On-screen prompts will confirm that the receiver has been programmed or if there are any issues. 3. Data will need to be sent separately for the Unit Info and CAN Configuration screens.
6.0 TRANSMITTER RF CHANNEL CONFIGURATION SETTINGS The RF channel can be set via the Setup Mode or the optional RCP software on systems equipped with the optional graphic user interface, or by using the dip switch block on systems not equipped with the optional graphic user interface. The following Sections 6.2 and 6.3 show the channels and protocols available for each transmitter radio frequency option.
6.2 CHANNEL AND FREQUENCY DESIGNATIONS BY COUNT 433 MHz: TMS and TDMA 900 MHz: TMS and TDMA Channel Count 01) 02) 03) 04) 05) 06) 07) 08) 09) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 16) 17) 18) 19) 20) 21) 22) 23) 24) 25) 26) 27) 28) 29) 30) 31) 32) Channel Count 01) 02) 03) 04) 05) 06) 07) 08) 09) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 16) 17) 18) 19) 20) 21) 22) 23) 24) 25) 26) 27) 28) 29) 30) 31) 32) Channel Designator 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 Table 1.
6.3 OPTIONAL FREQUENCIES AND CHANNELS 6.3.1 900 MHz: FHSS Channel sets are designated between 1 and 32. The frequency range is between 902-928 MHz. The frequency hopping protocol does not use one particular frequency to transmit a message. Messages are transmitted over multiple frequencies in a predefined sequence or channel set. In doing so, this protocol is able to compensate for interference that may be present on a single frequency by sending the message across multiple frequencies. 6.3.2 2.
6.3.4 419 MHz Extended Channel Set: TMS and TDMA Channel Designator 1* 2* 3* 4* 5* 6* 7* 8* 9* 10* 11* 12* 13* 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 Frequency 418.950 418.975 419.000 419.025 419.050 419.075 419.100 419.125 419.150 419.175 419.200 419.250 419.275 416.000 416.050 416.100 416.150 416.200 416.250 416.300 416.350 416.400 416.450 416.500 416.550 416.600 416.650 416.700 416.750 416.800 416.850 416.900 416.950 417.000 417.050 417.100 417.
7.0 OPTIONAL CAN BUS TETHER FEATURE The MLTX2 transmitter can be ordered with an optional CAN bus tether feature. This feature allows for the operation of the transmitter as a wired transmitter with no wireless radio transmission. If the MLTX2 transmitter was ordered with the CAN bus tether feature, this section applies to features and operation of the transmitter in tether mode. 7.
2 Keyway 3 1 4 5 Figure 14: CAN Connector Pin Out details Enrange MLTX2 Transmitter Instruction Manual March 2014 Page 45 of 48
8.0 GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING Problems Possible Reasons Suggestions Replace the batteries and confirm they are Batteries are dead or installed backwards; battery holder is damaged. Transmitter will not turn on installed according to the polarity marking in the battery pack. Inspect all battery pack contacts for damage. When installing the battery pack into the MLTX2, confirm it is installed with the label facing out.
8.1 TROUBLESHOOTING OPTIONAL TETHER OPERATION Problems Possible Reasons Connecting tether cable is not installed, installed improperly, or is damaged. Transmitter will not turn on Transmitter is failing switch scan Transmitter machine stop switch is down or pressed Suggestions Inspect the tether cable and confirm that it is installed and secured correctly. Inspect all connectors, connector contacts and cable jacket for damage. Be sure all switches and motions are in the off position on startup.
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