BWI Eagle AIR-EAGLE XLT Manual

PRODUCT INFORMATION
BULLETIN
105 Bonnie Drive
Butler, PA 16002
724-283-4681
724-283-5939 (fax)
www.bwieagle.com
AIR-EAGLE®XLT
900 MHz RF Receiver
MODEL 441-20100-X-DC
DESCRIPTION
The AIR-EAGLE XLTis an RF system designed for short to medium range
wireless remote control of electrical apparatus in avariety of industrial
applications. Systems can consist of any number of receivers and
handheld or contact input transmitters working together.This receiver is
equipped with single relay that can switch 5 amps @ 120VAC or 30VDC
and can be directly interfaced with the customer's equipment or P.L.C.
Eight user selectable frequencies allow multiple systems to be used in the
same area. The Air-Eagle XLT can receive remote signals transmitted
from up to 2500 feet away (with a handheldtransmitter) or up to 2 miles
away (with astationary transmitter and external antennas).
MODEL INFORMATION
In this model the “-X” denotes that the user can select which transmitter
input channel or button activates the relay –see CHANNEL CODE &
FREQUENCY SET-UP on page 2.
APPROVALS
United States (FCC)
MCQ-XB900HP
Canada (IC)
1846A-XB900HP
INSTALLATION
DISCONNECT DC Power from all equipment before installation.
1. Mount the AIR-EAGLE XLT RECEIVER in a convenient location.
2. Install wiring to terminal strip.
3. Attach supplied rubber duck antenna to TNC connector on the top
side ofthe unit.
4. Connect supplied power input cable to your external power source.
TERMINAL STRIP WIRING
TER 3
INPUT
TER 2
RELAY OUTPUT
TER 1
AC/DC POWER INPUT
1
Not Used
1
N/O
1
(-) 9-36VDC
2
Not Used
2
C (common)
2
(+) 9-36VDC
3
N/C
3
Ground
Dimensions (with mounting plate)
7.07L x 3.57W x 1.62H
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
Power –LED1
Illuminates green when unit is powered
TX –LED2
Not used on this model
Relay –LED3
Illuminates green whenrelay is energized
RF1
RF module that sends data to the remote
receiver
SEL1
Seven dip switches for selecting options &
network frequency
TER3
Dry contact input
TER2
Relay output
TER1
Power Input

AIR-EAGLE®XLT
900 MHz RF Receiver
MODEL 441-20100-X-DC
CHANNEL CODE & FREQUENCY SET-UP
The unit is shipped from the factory with all SEL1 switches in the open
positions. By default, it is receivingChannel #1code and operating on
Frequency #1. If you wish to receive a different channel code or and/or
change the frequency, followthe instructions on the table below.
1) Remove power from unit
2) Remove top cover.
3) Select desired channel code and/or frequency using table below.
4) Reattach cover and apply power.
5) Programming is now complete.
CHANNEL SELECTION SET-UP
SEL1 (SW1-4)
Channel
Code To Be
Received
SW1
SW2
SW3
SW4
1 (default)
OPEN
OPEN
OPEN
OPEN
2
CLOSED
OPEN
OPEN
OPEN
3
OPEN
CLOSED
OPEN
OPEN
4
CLOSED
CLOSED
OPEN
OPEN
5
OPEN
OPEN
CLOSED
OPEN
6
CLOSED
OPEN
CLOSED
OPEN
7
OPEN
CLOSED
CLOSED
OPEN
8
CLOSED
CLOSED
CLOSED
OPEN
9
OPEN
OPEN
OPEN
CLOSED
10
CLOSED
OPEN
OPEN
CLOSED
11
OPEN
CLOSED
OPEN
CLOSED
12
CLOSED
CLOSED
OPEN
CLOSED
13
OPEN
OPEN
CLOSED
CLOSED
14
CLOSED
OPEN
CLOSED
CLOSED
15
OPEN
CLOSED
CLOSED
CLOSED
16
CLOSED
CLOSED
CLOSED
CLOSED
FREQUENCY SET-UP
SEL1
(SW5-7)
Network
Frequency
SW5
SW6
SW7
1 (default)
OPEN
OPEN
OPEN
2
CLOSED
OPEN
OPEN
3
OPEN
CLOSED
OPEN
4
CLOSED
CLOSED
OPEN
5
OPEN
OPEN
CLOSED
6
CLOSED
OPEN
CLOSED
7
OPEN
CLOSED
CLOSED
8
CLOSED
CLOSED
CLOSED
SPECIFICATIONS
DC Input
9 –36 VDC, 5 W
Relay Contact
SPDT 5 amp @ 120VAC or 30VDC
Fuse Protected
1 amp
Receiver Frequency
900 MHz Spread Spectrum
Receiver Range
Up to 2500 Feet w/Standard Antenna
Note: Range figures are estimates, based on free-air terrain with limited sources of
interference. Actual range will vary based on transmitting power, orientation of transmitter
and receiver, height of transmitting antenna, height of receiving antenna, weather
conditions, interference sources in the area, and terrain between receiver and transmitter,
including, but not limited to, indoor and outdoor structures such as walls, metal objects,
trees, buildings, hills, and mountains.
RF Networks
Eight Independent Frequencies
Operating Temperature
-40oF to +185oF
Enclosure
Polycarbonate NEMA 4, 12, 13 –IP66
Weight
Approx 2 lbs.
DIMENSIONS
ACCESSORIES
Standard Antenna (Included):
900MHz TNC “Rubber Duck” Antenna
49-1103
Mobile/Base Antennas –
Used to help achieve max range in both nonline of sight andline of
sight applications. - Contact BWI Eagle for recommendations
900MHz Thru-Hole Mount Mobile Antenna
49-2101
900MHz Magnet Mount Mobile Antenna
49-2102
900MHz Omni Directional Base Antenna
49-3101
900MHz Yagi Directional Base Antenna
49-3102
High Quality Coax Cables –
Used to connect external high gain antennas to control unit
Flex Coax Cable w/Connectors –Available in
5’,15’,25’,30’,40’,60’,80’,100’ Lengths
49-4000-XX
(XX = # of Feet)
Bulkhead Extensions –
Used to provide an external antenna connection whenmounting
control unit inside another enclosure
TNC Male to TNCBulkhead Cable Assembly
- Available in 2’, 4’, 7’ Lengths
49-5004-X-ISO
(X = # of Feet)

AIR-EAGLE®XLT
900 MHz RF Receiver
MODEL 441-20100-X-DC
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
BWI Eagle Inc. warrants the Air-Eagle Remote Control System, if properly
used and installed, will be free from defects inmaterial and workmanship
for a period of 1 year after date of purchase. Said warranty to include the
repair or replacement of defective equipment. This warranty does not
cover damage due to external causes, including accident, problems with
electrical power, usage not in accordance with product instructions,
misuse, neglect, alteration, repair,improper installation, or improper
testing. This limited warranty, and any implied warranties that may exist
under state law, apply only to the original purchaser of the equipment, and
last only for as long as such purchaser continues to own the equipment.
This warranty replaces all other warranties, express or implied including,
but not limited to, the implied warranties or merchantability and fitness for
a particularpurpose.BWI Eagle makes no express warranties beyond
thosestated here. BWI disclaims without limitation, implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Some jurisdictions do
not allowthe exclusion of implied warranties so this limitation may not
apply to you. To obtain warranty service, contact BWI Eagle for a return
material authorization. When returning equipment to BWI Eagle, the
customer assumes the risk of damage or loss duringshipping and is
responsible for the shipping costs incurred.
DOCUMENT DATE: 07/22/2021 / PRODUCT REV. 5
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Butler, PA 16002
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