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
900MHz 20 Dry Contact Input Transmitter
MODEL 441-12000-120VAC
DESCRIPTION
The AIR-EAGLE XLTPLUS,MODEL 441-12000-120VACRFTRANSMITTER
IS a dry contact input transmitter designed to send up to twenty
independent commands to an Air-Eagle Receiver(s) that can be located
up to 2500feet away. Any numberof transmitters and receiverscanbe
combined to create a system. The Air-Eagle XLT TX is user-
programmable for up to eight network frequencies to allow multiple
systems to operate simultaneously in the same area. Utilizing spread-
spectrum technology this unit provides the utmost security and reliability
even in the noisiest RF environments.
DISCONNECT Power from all equipment before installation.
1. Mount the AIR-EAGLE XLT TRANSMITTER in a convenient location.
2. Install wiring to contact input terminal strip
3. Make desired frequency and repeater mode selections using
instructions on page 2.
4. Install antenna onto connector located on the top on the enclosure.
5. Connect supplied power input cable to your external power source.
FREQUENCY & REPEATER MODE SET-UP
The unit is shipped from the factory with the SEL1 switches in the open
positions. By default, it is operating on Frequency #1 and the command
transmitted will not be repeated by the receivers. If you wish to transmit on
a different frequency, and/or set the unit to transmit a repeating packet,
follow the instructions on the table below.
1) Remove power from unit
2) Remove top cover.
3) Select desired frequency and/or repeater mode using table below.
4) Reattach cover and apply power.
5) Programming is now complete.
REPEATER MODE
SEL1
SWITCH
NUMBER
OPEN
CLOSED
SW4
Repeater Mode OFF (default)
Repeater Mode ON
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
Note –Switches 1 thru 3 are not used onthis model –leave OPEN
Dimensions 8” L x 6” W x 4” H
TERMINAL STRIP WIRING
BOTTOM TERMINAL BLOCK
1
C Input #1
11
C Input #6
2
N/O Input #1
12
N/O Input #6
3
C Input #2
13
C Input #7
4
N/O Input #2
14
N/O Input #7
5
C Input #3
15
C Input #8
6
N/O Input #3
16
N/O Input #8
7
C Input #4
17
C Input #9
8
N/O Input #4
18
N/O Input #9
9
C Input #5
19
C Input #10
10
N/O Input #5
20
N/O Input #10
TOP TERMINAL BLOCK
1
C Input #11
11
C Input #16
2
N/O Input #11
12
N/O Input #16
3
C Input #12
13
C Input #17
4
N/O Input #12
14
N/O Input #17
5
C Input #13
15
C Input #18
6
N/O Input #13
16
N/O Input #18
7
C Input #14
17
C Input #19
8
N/O Input #14
18
N/O Input #19
9
C Input #15
19
C Input #20
10
N/O Input #15
20
N/O Input #20
AC INPUT TERMINAL BLOCK
1
120 VAC Neutral
2
120 VAC Hot

AIR-EAGLE®XLT
900 MHz 8 Input RF Transmitter
MODEL 441-12000-120VAC
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS
LED1
Illuminated green when power is applied.
Changes to red when transmitting data.
Inputs 1 thru 8
Eight normally open dry contact inputs
SEL1
Dip switch bank for selecting operating
frequency & repeater mode
RF2
RF module that transmits data to the remote
receiver
APPROVALS
United States (FCC)
MCQ-XB900HP
Canada (IC)
1846A-XB900HP
SPECIFICATIONS
AC Input
120 VAC, 16 W, 50/60 Hz
Fuse Protected
1 amp
RF Frequency
900 MHz Spread Spectrum
Input Channels
20 Dry Contact Inputs
RF Output Power
250 mW
Transmitter Range
Up to 2500 feet with standard antenna
Note: Max range figures are estimates, based on free-air terrain with limited sourcesof
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
Transmitter Frequencies
8 Independent Network Frequencies
Antenna Connection
TNC Bulkhead
Enclosure
Fiberglass / NEMA 4, 12 + 13
Operating Temperature
-40oF to +185oF
ACCESSORIES
Standard Antenna (Included):
900MHz TNC “Rubber Duck” Antenna
49-1103
High Gain Antennas –
Used to help achieve max range in both non line of sight and line
of sight applications. - Contact BWI Eagle for recommendations
900MHz Thru-Hole Mount Omni Directional Antenna
49-2101
900MHz Magnet Mount Omni Directional Antenna
49-2102
900MHz Omni Directional Antenna
49-3101
900MHz Yagi 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 CableAssembly
- Available in 2’, 4’, 7’ Lengths
49-5004-X-ISO
(X = # of Feet)
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
BWI Eagle Inc. warrants theAir-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, andany 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 particular purpose. BWI Eaglemakes no express warranties beyond
thosestatedhere. 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: 10/21/2021 / PRODUCT REV. 1
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