User manual/assembly instructions DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter 43666644.
Original user manual/assembly instructions Manufacturer’s address: Demag Cranes & Components GmbH Forststrasse 16 40597 Düsseldorf, Germany www.demagcranes.com info@demagcranes.com Contents General 4 1.1 Information on DRC-MJ hand-held transmitters 4 1.2 Information on the user manual/assembly instructions 4 1.3 Copyright 4 2 Safety 5 2.1 General 5 2.2 Information on the control system 5 2.3 Intended use 6 2.4 Operating personnel requirements 7 2.
211 338 44.indd / 081019 8 Using DRC radio controls 42 8.1 Safety warning 42 8.2 Personnel requirements 42 8.3 Check before starting work 43 8.4 Crane operation/Run 44 8.5 Taking the equipment out of service at the end of the shift (standby or switching off) 48 8.6 Radio control system operating statuses 49 9 Information menu in connection with DRC-DR 51 9.1 Activating the information menu 51 9.2 Selecting the information source 51 9.
1 General 1.1 Information on DRC-MJ hand-held transmitters You have purchased a Demag product. This user manual/assembly instructions is designed to provide the owner and operating personnel with appropriate instructions for safe and correct operation and for commissioning.
2 Safety 2.1 General The “Safety” section provides you with an overview of all important safety aspects which are necessary for you and for the protection of individuals who work with and on the product as well as for safe and smooth operation with the product. Further task-related safety warnings can be found in the descriptive sections on the individual life-cycle phases of the product. 2.2 Structure and meaning of the instructions 2.2.
2.2.3 Further information i IMPORTANT. Operating hazard for the product. • This symbol indicates information on appropriate use of the product. • Failure to follow these instructions can result in malfunctions, damage or pollution of the environment. i NOTE • This symbol indicates useful information and tips on smooth and efficient use of the product. 2.
2.4 Operating personnel requirements 2.4.1 Responsibility of the owner Owner The owner is the person who operates the product for commercial purposes or lends it to third parties for use/operation. While it is use, the owner bears legal product responsibility for the protection of individuals who work on or with the product or any third parties.
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2.6 Spare parts Only genuine Demag spare parts may be used. CAUTION. Defective spare parts Incorrect or defective spare parts can cause damage, malfunctions or complete failure of DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitters. Only use genuine spare parts or parts approved by the manufacturer. The use of unauthorised spare parts renders null and void any claims for warranty, service, damages or liability against the manufacturer or his appointed personnel, dealers and representatives. 2.
3 Device selection 3.1 DRC-MJ scope of delivery Part no. DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter 773 760 44 Contents of the complete delivery: • 1 DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter • 1 rechargeable battery pack 2,4 V/ReCyKo/2050 mAh 773 499 44 • 1 plug-in charger (rechargeable battery) 110 – 230 V 50/60 Hz 773 438 44 • 1 DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter user manual/assy. instructions 211 338 44 3.2 Available radio receivers 3.
4 Technical data Control elements Screens Radio transmission Enclosure • Mini joystick 1x variable 1 axis variable control element, mechanical latch at slow speed 1x variable 2 axes variable control element, mechanical latch at slow speed, control for diagonal travel motions possible. Can be optionally switched off via electronic gate.
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5 Transport, packing, storage 5.1 Transport inspection • Check that the delivery is complete and check it for any transport damage immediately on receipt. • If any transport damage is visible from the outside, only accept the delivery on condition. Note the scope of damage in the shipping documents/delivery note of the forwarding company and lodge a claim.
6 Design and function 6.1 Transmitter/receiver interface Demag DRC D3 radio control systems are designed for the wireless control of hoist units and cranes. They are the man/machine interface for manually controlled crane installations. The relevant EU directives and standards are complied with for this application. A DRC D3 radio control system consists of one or more transmitters as well as at least one or more receivers.
6.3 Power supply for DRC-MJ hand-held transmitters DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitters are supplied with power by the rechargeable battery pack included in the scope of delivery or by two size AA (LR6) NiMh rechargeable batteries. The batteries must be charged in good time with the appropriate plug-in charger. The ambient temperature must be between +10° C and +45° C for the charging process. 6.3.
The charging process is monitored and controlled by the electronics in the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter. Partly discharged batteries can also be charged. To charge the batteries, proceed as follows: – Plug the charger unit into a power socket. – Plug the connecting cable into the charger socket of the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter. icon will appear on the screen. The The red LED flashes at 2 Hz. The DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter generates an acoustic signal.
6.3.3 Replacing the batteries The rechargeable batteries in the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter age as a result of charging/discharging cycles and continuously lose their charge capacity. We recommend that the rechargeable batteries be replaced after a year, at the latest. Rechargeable batteries must be immediately replaced if the relevant icon for a battery failure is displayed.
6.4 Identification and screen functions 6.4.1 DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter Screen Joystick lifting/lowering motion Joystick for long and cross-travel motions 2 function keys Charging socket on the side of the housing LED Horn STOP button 43666844.
All buttons on the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter are provided with the corresponding foil symbols as standard. If requested by the owner, other symbols can be applied to the radio control system. The owner then has to remove the existing symbols and apply the required symbols. Note that the functions of the individual buttons are pre-defined when the radio control system is used in connection with a DR/DMR hoist unit.
6.4.2.1 General display Crane ID K564 The crane ID shows the crane to which the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter has been assigned. The crane ID is saved in the DRC radio receiver and can only be entered via the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter. Display of selected crab(s) The screen to show the selected crabs is only active if there are two crabs and both can be operated with one radio control system.
Battery icon The battery icon indicates the status of the rechargeable batteries. The following icon is displayed during the charging process. Icons in the first main row All icons important for operation are shown in the first main row. Lock icon The lock icon indicates Standby mode. The electronic On key must be entered to switch into Run mode. Press the STOP button to enter Stop mode. STOP icon STOP STOP indicates STOP mode. The system can be switched into Run mode with the electronic key.
Icons in the first main row Fault icon The fault icon is displayed if there is a fault. The fault code is displayed in the row below. If there are several faults at the same time, the code displayed changes in cycles. Overload icon The overload icon is displayed if there is an overload. The load of the selected crab(s) is also displayed in the row below if the hoist unit is equipped with an overload protection device (e.g. ZMS, EOD).
DRC D3 generation units are not technically compatible with units from the previous DRC D2 or DRC D1 generation. This means that D3 generation transmitters and receivers cannot be combined with D2 or D1 generation units. 6.4.3 Compatibility Can be combined with DRC-DR D3 DRC-MP D3 CAN bus receiver Transmitter Part no.: 711 333 45 773 794 44 DRC-MJ D3 773 760 44 OK OK 6.4.
6.4.4.2 Travel direction symbols Cross-travel speed Part no.: 895 636 44 Long-travel speed Part no.: 895 638 44 24 211 338 44.indd / 081019 The travel direction foils must be attached to the hoist unit so that they are easily visible to match the relevant travel directions and the direction of movement symbols on the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter.
7 Putting DRC radio controls into operation for the first time 7.1 Safety warnings DANGER. Electric current. Electric energy can cause very severe injuries. Work on the electric equipment may only be carried out by specialists or by trained personnel. Before starting work, switch the electric power supply off and secure it against switching on again.
Warning device function Radio-controlled cranes must be provided with a warning device (acoustic or optical). The operator can activate this warning device by means of the signal button on the button panel of the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter to warn individuals in the vicinity of the crane and/or load before starting any crane movements.
7.5 Putting a radio control system into operation with a DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter When the specified preparation steps have been completed, put the radio control system into operation by logging the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter onto the DRC radio receiver of the crane to be controlled. Following this procedure, the radio control system must be configured for the specific application. 7.5.
7.6 Single-transmitter operation WARNING. Incorrect log-on of the transmitter. 7.6.1 Hand-held transmitter log-on Incorrect transmitter assignment can cause unintended crane movements by other transmitters. These crane movements can result in damage or injuries that might be fatal. After the transmitter is logged on, check to ensure that the crane ID is correctly assigned between the radio transmitter and radio receiver.
7.6.2 Activating log-on: 2 5 Red Red 3 4 Press 3x Hold down for approx. 5 seconds Press 1x 1 6 Hold down 43678844.eps 43678944.eps 43679044.eps 43679144.eps Transmitter is in STOP mode 1. Hold the STOP button down during the log-on process. 2. Transmitter is in STOP mode 3. Press the F2 key 3 times. 4. Hold the F1 key down for approx. 5 seconds until the screen changes. 5.
Select Select crane/crab via LEFT and RIGHT 43679244.eps – Push the RIGHT and LEFT joystick to select the crane identification of an available DRC radio receiver on the second main row. NOID ??? 01 NOID: M24 43613844.eps Confirm Confirm 1x 43679344.eps – Press the F2 key to confirm the selection. The DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter is assigned to the DRC radio receiver whose crane ID is shown in the 2nd main row of the screen (NOID: M24 in the example).
7.6.3 Assignment of crane ID/ number for the radio receiver Important Assignment of the crane ID described in the following for putting the DRC radio receiver into operation is a safety-relevant process that must only be performed by authorised specialist personnel. After successful establishment of a radio connection between the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter and the DRC radio receiver, the crane identification specified according to section 6.4.4 must be assigned to the radio receiver.
Entry of the crane ID/number First select parameter 004, then press the F1 key to start entry. The following screen appears: NOID 004= −−−− 43614044.eps 4 free digits for entry of the crane ID/number are highlighted in the second main row. The first digit is preselected. Use the RIGHT and LEFT buttons to select a number/character from the available set of characters. Press the F1 key to accept the selected character and to change to the next position.
7.8 Releasing a receiver When a new transmitter is logged on with the wireless log-on procedure used for DRC D3 radio systems, the previously used DRC radio receiver must be enabled. In the simplest case, the DRC radio receiver can be released by the previously logged-on transmitter (for other ways to enable the DRC radio receiver, see section 7.9.3 on page 38): – Access the log-on menu: 2 5 Red Red 3 4 Press 3x Hold down for approx. 5 seconds Press 1x 1 43678844.eps 6 Hold down 43678944.
Select Select crane/crab via LEFT and RIGHT 43679544.eps – Press the F2 key to confirm selection of “????”. Release of the receiver is initiated. The receiver outputs a short horn signal to indicate the successful log-off or release of the receiver. The screen shows the following: ???? ??? STOP 43603844.eps i NOTE Wait until you hear a horn signal. The system will fail to enable if the menu is quit before the horn signal sounds. 34 211 338 44.
7.9 Multiple transmitter operation 7.9.1 Logging on a second or third radio transmitter Up to three radio transmitters can be logged onto one DRC radio receiver. The system ensures that travel commands can only ever be sent by one radio transmitter. If the currently active radio transmitter fails, e.g.
– Quit the parameter menu with the LIFT joystick. The screen shows: K564 STOP 43603744.eps 2. To log on a further radio transmitter, the previously logged-on radio transmitter must be switched off or changed to Standby mode – Hold the STOP button down and push the LOWER joystick 6 times to switch the radio transmitter off or – Hold the STOP button down and push the LOWER joystick 3 times to put the radio transmitter into Standby mode. – Switch the next radio transmitter on.
– Select the DRC radio receiver with the RIGHT or LEFT joystick. ???? 01 K564:1 ??? 43604044.eps The digit after the crane ID indicates the number of radio transmitters that are pre-paired with the DRC radio receiver. – Press the F2 key to confirm the required DRC radio receiver. After a few seconds, the screen shows: K564 STOP 43604144.eps You can now take over control of the DRC radio receiver. – Press the HORN pushbutton to confirm that the new radio transmitter has taken over control.
– Press the HORN pushbutton to confirm that the new radio transmitter has taken over control. The radio transmitter is actively connected to the DRC radio receiver. The transfer icon disappears. The radio control system can now be switched into Crane operation/Run mode by entering the electronic On key (see section 8.4 on page 43): – Hold the STOP button down. – Push the LIFT joystick 3 times. – Release the STOP button.
– Push the RIGHT or LEFT joystick until parameter 000 appears on the screen: ???? 000: T # R ??? 43604244.eps – Press the F1 key. ???? 000= C−−−− ??? 43604644.eps – If you prefer to enter the crane serial no. instead of the crane ID, push the RIGHT or LEFT joystick and confirm your choice with the F1 key. ???? ??? 000= S−−−−− 43604744.eps To enter the digits, proceed as follows: – Use the RIGHT and LEFT joystick to change the selected digit. – Confirm the selected digit with the F1 key.
7.9.4 Logging-off individual radio transmitters If one of the paired radio transmitters is lost or has to be replaced, individual radio transmitters can be deleted from the DRC radio receiver’s list of pre-paired transmitters. Call up the DRC radio receiver’s parameter menu as follows: – Hold the STOP button down. – Push the LOWER joystick. – Push the RIGHT joystick twice. – Hold the LOWER joystick down until the screen changes. – Release the STOP button. – Select the parameter with the LEFT joystick.
8 Using DRC radio controls 8.1 Safety warning Warning. Incorrect operation Incorrect operation can result in severe injuries and/or damage to property. The DRC radio control system may only be operated by authorised and trained personnel in compliance with all accident-prevention and safety regulations. • Comply with national regulations for the use of radio controls. 8.2 Personnel requirements 8.2.
8.3 Check before starting work The operator controls the radio-controlled crane with the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter. Before starting work, the operator must carry out the inspections and function checks listed in the crane user manual/assembly instructions and must be satisfied that the installation is in safe operating condition. 8.3.1 Switching the hand-held transmitter on when starting work When the unit is switched off, no icons appear on the screen, the LED is off.
8.4 Crane operation/Run Run mode of the radio control system must be started for crane operation. To do this, the electronic On key must be entered. The On key is used to • switch from Standby (lock icon) to Run mode, • switch from STOP to Run/crane operation mode. 8.4.1 On key 2 4 3 Red Green Press 3x Press 1x 1 Hold down 43679744.eps 43678844.eps 43679144.eps 1. Hold the STOP button down during the log-on process. 2. Transmitter is in STOP mode 3. Push the LIFT joystick 3 times. 4.
8.4.3 STOP function The STOP button marked in red triggers a STOP command, which stops the lifting, cross-travel and long-travel motions at the same time and triggers an emergencystop in the crane control system. The crane operator can immediately stop all motions with the STOP button to avoid dangerous situations. The braking process caused by an EMERGENCY stop can result in load sway. The STOP button is also intended to be used for switching the radio-controlled crane into a safe status.
Activating the speed-limit function If the parameters have been programmed for at least one speed threshold (<100%), activate the speed-limit function as follows: 2 4 3 Red Green Press 4x Press 1x 1 Hold down 43679744.eps 43678844.eps 43679144.eps 1. Hold the STOP button down during the log-on process. 2. Transmitter is in STOP mode 3. Push the LIFT joystick 4 times. 4. Release all buttons. The speed-limit function is activated. The i icon will appear on the screen. NOTE 211 338 44.
Deactivating the speed-limit function If you want to deactivate the speed-limit function again, proceed as follows: 2 4 3 Red Green Press 3x Press 1x 1 Hold down 43679744.eps 43678844.eps 43679144.eps 1. Hold the STOP button down during the log-on process. 2. Transmitter is in STOP mode 3. Push the LIFT joystick 3 times. 4. Release all buttons. The speed-limit function is de-activated. 46 icon disappears on the screen. 211 338 44.
8.5 Taking the equipment out of service at the end of the shift (standby or switching off) At the end of a shift and during longer breaks, DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitters must be switched to Standby mode or switched off completely by the key sequence as shown to protect the installation against unauthorised use and to reduce power consumption of the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter.
8.6 Radio control system operating statuses The operating functions and display of the radio control system are determined by the operating status of the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter. The operating status of the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter is transmitted to the crane control system. 8.6.1 Hand-held transmitter switched off Screen and radio connection are de-activated. Power consumption of a DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter in this state is very low.
8.6.5 Hand-held transmitter reset A DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter can be reset by removing the battery pack for a short time. The battery pack can be reached by carefully pulling off the lower rubber cap: Pull off rubber cap 43680044.eps i NOTE Pay attention to the polarity of DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitters when changing batteries. 211 338 44.indd / 081019 42745144.
9 Information menu in connection with DRC-DR This additional function of the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter can only be used in connection with a DR/DMR rope hoist equipped with processor control and a matching DRC-DR D3 radio receiver (part no. 711 333 45). The Information menu makes it possible to display information about the crane or the travelling hoist(s). This information is stored in the form of a list by each DR/ DMR control system.
9.6 Information menu data The following data can be displayed via the Information menu: Code Example: Display for remaining service life K564 401: 14.6% 42660844.eps Information 401 Remaining duration of service in % (determined from load spectrum), not available for DR-Com rope hoists.
10 Fault elimination Before taking any fault elimination measures on the radio control system, first check that the crane installation is supplied with power and is ready for operation and has not been switched off by any safety devices (mains connection switch, crane isolating switch, emergency-stop switch, travel and lifting path limitation devices, overload protection device, motor circuit-breakers, etc.).
No. Problem Screens K123 ??? Another DRC-MJ hand-held transmitter has been logged on for the crane Take the other DRC-10 hand-held transmitter out of service, 8.5. Log DRC-MJ hand-held transmitter on again, 7.6.2. Power supply to radio receiver interrupted Press STOP button, then enter On key, 8.4.1. No. 06 or 10 is then possible Radio receiver beyond range of DRC-MJ hand-held transmitter Reduce distance to crane, 7.2 and 6.4.2.1 Check radio reception by means of log-on procedure 7.6.2.
No. Problem Screens batteries are not 15 The being charged LED ??? ??? ??? No rechargeable battery fitted or contact lost. Replace rechargeable batteries, 6.3.2 and 6.3.3. No receiver assigned. Repeat log-on procedure See section 7.6.2 Charging process aborted. The batteries are worn out/too old. Repeat charging process, 6.3.1 and 6.3.2 off ???? Operating time with 20 charged batteries too short No power from charger Check connection to charger and mains connector.
11 Disposal 11.1 Personnel requirements 11.1.
12 Information 12.1 After-sales service Our after-sales service will provide you with all technical information on Demag products and their systematic application. If you have any questions regarding our products, please refer to one of our aftersales service centres, the relevant representative or our head office in Wetter. Please quote the serial or order number in any correspondence or for spare part orders.
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(For authorised personnel only) User manual/assembly instructions DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter parameter programming Target groups Designation Activities Qualification Service personnel • Performs safety-related modifications or repairs to the product • Trained specialist personnel with mechanical or electrical training 58 • Has been trained to service hoists and cranes by the manufacturer 211 338 44.
P1 Menu for programming the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter parameters The “Hand-held transmitter parameter programming” menu can be used by specially trained personnel for displaying and also partly changing the following settings of the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter: Parameter no. P1.
Use the RIGHT and LEFT joystick to select the parameter to be displayed. The LIFT joystick can be used to exit the menu at any time. The F1 key can be used to change to entry and selection mode for certain parameters that can be edited (Edit column = Yes). An Equals symbol (=) is shown after the parameter number in entry and selection mode. Use the RIGHT and LEFT joystick to select a new parameter value. Use the F2 key to accept a newly selected parameter.
509 Transmitter power output Parameter can be changed Sets the power output of the DRC-MJ D3 hand-held transmitter Can be set at three levels: 1 = low, 2 = medium, 3 = maximum Default: 3 = maximum Note: Lower transmission power output reduces the range, but also any possible interference by the transmitter on other 2,4 GHz radio systems. Only change this parameter in agreement with the manufacturer.
P1.3 Displaying and entering reversal of the direction of the lifting/lowering motion, parameter code 507 This parameter makes it possible to reverse the direction of movement of the upper mini joystick for the lifting/lowering motion. P1.3.1 Display mode Button Function The default setting is 0, i.e. the mini joystick must be pulled towards the operator for lifting. The current setting is shown on the screen.
P1.4 Activating the electronic gate for the left joystick, parameter code 508 Parameter 508 is used to set whether both axes of the left joystick can be controlled at the same time (e.g. diagonal travel) or only separately (cross template function). This function represents the electronic simulation of a mechanical gate. The axis which is first selected by movement of the joystick is enabled for operation, while the second axis is disabled. The default standard setting is 0, i.e.
P2 FCC and Industry Canada information P2.1 FCC information 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. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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