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1. INTRODUCTION The Alpha 580 is highly reliable industrial remote control system. The versatile features of the Alpha 580 permit its use in many different remote control applications. The system can be used to control cranes, hoists, trolleys, mining equipment, building construction equipment, automatic control systems, and many others.
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTION The Alpha 580 system is relatively simple to use. However, it is very important to observe the proper safety procedures during operation. When use properly the Alpha 580 system will enhance productivity and efficiency in the workplace. The following instructions should be strictly followed: 1. Make a daily check of the transmitter casing and pushbuttons.
3. PUSHBUTTON CONFIGURATION The Alpha 580 model can be configured from 3 to 5 motions with 2-speed pushbuttons and an emergency stop button (EMS). (Fig. 1) Pushbutton Placements RES 2-Speed pushbuttons which can be used for the 4th motion or for any other functions. AUX 2-Speed pushbuttons which can be used for the 5th motion or for any other functions.
4. TRANSMITTER OUTLINE 4.1 External View (Fig.
4.2 Internal View (Fig. 4) View Front 17) 18) 19) TX Module/Antenna Battery Contact TX Quartz Crystal 20) Auxiliary Connector 21) Programming Port 22) ID Code Dip-Switch 6 (Fig.
5. RECEIVER OUTLINE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 12 13 14 15 8 16 9 17 10 18 19 11 (Fig.
1 2 3 4 (Fig. 7) Receiver External Assembly 1) 2) * * * * Transparent top cover Light-gray colored base 3) 4) Mounting bracket with shock absorbers Cable gland (PG-29) POWER ~ AC Power Source Indicator “On" AC input power supplied. O “ ff” No AC input power. SQ ~ RF Signal Indicator "On" RF signals received. "Off" No RF signals received. RELAY_COM ~ DC Power Source to Relays “On” DC power to relays. O “ ff” No DC power to relays. STATUS ~ Receiver System Status LED Display Please refer to page 14.
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7. SYSTEM SETTING CONFIGURATION 7.1 Jumper Settings (JP3) JP7 JP6 JP5 JP4 JP3 JP2 JP1 Manufacture settings. Open Low voltage warning only; receiver MAIN will not be deactivated. Short After one minute of low voltage warning, the transmitter power and the receiver MAIN will be deactivated. (see note B) JP3 Note A: JP1, JP2, JP4, JP5, JP6, and JP7 not applicable for the Alpha 580 model.
8. RECEIVER INSTALLATION 8.1 Preparation For Installation 1. Required Tools: (1) Flat Head Screwdriver (-) (2) Phillips Head Screwdriver (+) (3) Multi-Meter (4) 14mm Wrench x 2 (5) 10.5mm Drill-Bit 2. Ensure receiver is not set to the same channel and ID code as any other units in operation at the same facility. Prior to installation, make sure the equipment itself is working properly.
2 5 5 mm 4 - O10 .5 2 7 8 mm 8.3 System Testing 1. 2. 3. 4. Connect the power source to the receiver and test the operation of each function to ensure it operates in the same manner as the pendant controller. Ensure the receiver MAIN can be properly controlled by the remote control. Ensure the limit switches on the equipment that limit all travels are working properly. Ensure the pendant controller is located in a safe location where it would not interfere with remote operation.
9. TRANSMITTER OPERATION 1. Make sure the two alkaline batteries are installed correctly. Do make sure to use alkaline type batteries for longer operating time between battery replacements. Rechargeable batteries can also be used (1,600mA or higher recommended). 2. Turn “o n ”the power switch located on the top left hand corner of the transmitter unit (refer to diagram below).
10. TROUBLE SHOOTING Should the operator find the equipment not operating normally, please check the chart below for simple trouble shooting steps. SYMPTOM REASON SOLUTION Ensure the correct transmitter is in Transmitter does not Transmitter and the receiver are use. The labels on the receiver and communicate to not on the same RF channel (SQ the transmitter will identify the RF receiver. lamp not lit) or ID code. channel and ID code in use.
11. SYSTEM SPECIFICATION Transmitter Unit Frequency Range Transmitting Range Hamming Distance Channel Spacing Frequency Control Frequency Drift Frequency Deviation Spurious Emission Transmitting Power Emission Antenna Impedance Enclosure Source Voltage Current Drain Operating Temp. Dimension Weight : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : 433 MHz 150 feet 4 25KHz Quartz Crystals < 5ppm @ -20 ~ +70 < 1ppm @ 25 - 50dB ~.1mW F1D 50 ohms IP-66 3.
Receiver Unit Frequency Range Channel Spacing Hamming Distance Frequency Control Frequency Drift Frequency Deviation Sensitivity Antenna Impedance Data Decoder Reference Responding Time Enclosure Source Voltage Power Consumption Operating Temp. Output Contact Rating Dimension Weight : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : 433 MHz 25KHz 4 Quartz Crystals < 5ppm @ -20 ~ +70 < 1ppm @ 25 0.4 V 50 ohms Quartz Crystals 40mS (Normal) IP-65 110 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
