BWI Eagle AIR-EAGLE XLT User manual

AIR-EAGLE XLT
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900 MHz RF Transmitter
Document Date: 7/20/2022
Product Rev: 12

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WARRANTY STATEMENT
BWI Eagle Inc. warrants the Air-Eagle Remote Control System, if properly used and installed, will be free
from defects in material 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 particular purpose. BWI Eagle makes no express warranties beyond
those stated here. BWI disclaims without limitation, implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a
particular purpose. Some jurisdictions do not allow the 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 during
shipping and is responsible for the shipping costs incurred.
SIGNAL RANGE
Max range statements are estimates based on a clear line of sight with few interferences. Actual range will
vary based on transmitting power, orientation of transmitter and receiver, height of transmitting and
receiving antennas, weather conditions, electronic interference, terrain, and physical obstacles, including
but not limited to; walls, building structures, trees (foliage), metal objects, and landscape (hills, mountains).
WIRELESS STOP, ASTOP, and E-STOP SYSTEMS
Wireless E-STOP systems should never be considered a primary life-saving device.
At least one hard-wired switch must be available in the event the wireless system is
not operational. Failure to comply may result in serious injury or death to personnel
and damage to equipment.
Wireless STOP and ASTOP transmitters are not failsafe emergency stop controls.
They are NOT to be used as a life-saving device. They are designed for wireless
control of equipment or vehicle remote operation. Failure to use as intended may
result in serious injury or death to personnel and damage to equipment.

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INTRODUCTION
The Air-Eagle XLT TX is a handheld R.F. transmitter capable of sending up to sixteen unique digital
commands to an Air-Eagle XLT Receiver located up to 2500 feet away. Any number of transmitters and
receivers can be combined to create a medium-range radio frequency system that operates hazardous or
hard-to-reach equipment from safe, convenient locations. Eight user-programmable frequencies allow
multiple systems to operate simultaneously in the same area without interference. This transmitter will
automatically go into “sleep” mode when no buttons are being depressed on the unit to dramatically
extend battery life.
INITIAL OPERATION SET-UP
This transmitter comes ready to operate, with batteries installed, and factory programmed to Frequency
#1. No setup is necessary unless you wish to change frequency or transmit mode. See FREQUENCY
PROGRAMMING AND TRANSMITTING MODE SETUP.

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CONTROLS & INDICATORS
TX LED
Illuminates RED when transmitting in standard mode or GREEN in
repeater mode. When this LED blinks RED during or following a
transmission, the battery needs to be replaced. See Note #1
Note #1 –The low battery notification signals have been improved to provide more noticeable
indications and to safely disable communications BEFORE a low battery condition can corrupt internal
memory causing device failure. When a low battery is first detected, the TX LED will blink several times
after all buttons are released. If it is possible to replace the batteries now, please do so. If not, the
operator has approximately 15 more button activations. During this time, when a button is depressed
and held, the TX LED will blink SLOWLY. The slow blinking will continue several more times after all
buttons are released. Transmissions are still being sent to the receiver during this time. When a button
is depressed and the TX LED is RAPIDLY blinking, the RF output is disabled, and NO signal will reach
the receiver. The batteries MUST NOW BE REPLACED to resume normal functions.
Pushbuttons 1 thru 8
Transmit channel 1 thru 8 commands to the receiver
Pushbutton P/Shift
The P/Shift button performs two functions:
1. If button is depressed momentarily and another button is then pressed
within 10 seconds, the higher code for that button is transmitted. This
allows for transmission of pushbutton codes 9 thru 16.
2. If button is depressed for longer than 5 seconds, the transmitter will
enter “programming” mode. See PROGRAMMING section.
Pushbuttons 9 thru 16
Transmit channel 9 thru 16 commands to the receiver
GENERAL OPERATION
This transmitter sends up to 16 independent commands. Each button sends an RF Code for that channel.
Button 1 transmits channel 1 commands, button 2 transmits channel 2 commands etc. To send
commands 9 thru 16, the P/Shift button must be used. As noted under CONTROLS & INDICATORS, the
P/Shift button serves two purposes. As the “P” button, it allows you to program the transmitter to operate
on a different frequency. As the “Shift” button, it allows you to send commands 9 thru 16 to the receiver.
To use as the “P” button, you must press and hold the button for approximately 5 seconds to enter
programming mode. (See PROGRAMMING section for more details).
To use as the “Shift” button, press the P/Shift button momentarily. The TX LED will begin to flash rapidly
indicating you’re in the Shift mode. While in shift mode pressing buttons 1 thru 8 transmit the higher
numbered code for that button. The transmitter will stay in the Shift mode as long as buttons are being
depressed within 10 seconds of one another. During this time, the TX LED gives visual confirmation that
you’re in Shift mode by continuously flashing GREEN/RED rapidly. After 10 seconds has elapsed with no
buttons depressed, the transmitter will revert back to standard mode and the TX LED will extinguish. If,
while in Shift mode, you wish to transmit a button 1 thru 8 command and don’t want to wait for the Shift
mode to time out, you can simply press the P/Shift button momentarily to revert back to the standard
mode.

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FREQUENCY PROGRAMMING
Please read through these instructions completely before beginning programming procedure!
At any time, you can check the current frequency setting by depressing the P/Shift button, for
approximately 5 seconds, until the TX LED is illuminated RED. Then release the P/Shift button and watch
as the TX LED stays RED for about 10 seconds, goes out, then begins to blink. The TX LED will blink
RED one, two, three or four times for Frequencies 1 thru 4, or will blink GREEN one, two, three or four
times for Frequencies 5 thru 8 accordingly. See table below for clarification.
LED Flashes:
Indicates Unit is Operating On:
RED –one time
Frequency 1
RED –two times
Frequency 2
RED –three times
Frequency 3
RED –four times
Frequency 4
GREEN –one time
Frequency 5
GREEN –two times
Frequency 6
GREEN –three times
Frequency 7
GREEN –four times
Frequency 8
To change the setting, follow these steps:
To select from Frequencies 1 thru 8:
1. Depress the P/Shift button until the TX LED is illuminated RED. (Approximately 5 seconds)
2. Release the P/Shift button, then while the TX LED is still illuminated RED, depress Button 1 to
select “Frequency 1” or Button 2 to select “Frequency 2” etc. If the transmit LED goes out before
you have selected a network, no settings will have changed, andthe LED will blink corresponding
to the frequency that the TX is currently set to. You must then begin again at step 1 if you wish to
change the current setting.
3. The TX LED will blink to confirm that your frequency selection has been accepted, and then will
go out. For instance, if you have selected Frequency 1, the TX LED will blink RED once to
confirm. If you have selected Frequency 6, the TX LED blinks GREEN two times to confirm.
Programming is now complete, and the transmitter is active for normal operation.
You may repeat the above procedure if you wish to change the frequency at any time.

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TRANSMITTING MODE SET-UP
Please read through these instructions completely before beginning programming procedure!
The transmitter can be set to be in a standard transmission mode or in a repeater mode where all
receivers will repeat the transmission.
To select transmission mode:
1. Remove one battery from the transmitter
2. Press and hold the P/Shift Button while inserting the battery
3. Continue holding the P/Shift for 10 seconds until the LED starts flashing GREEN/RED
quickly.
4. Press Button 1 for standard mode or Button 2 for repeating mode.
5. LED will turn RED if standard mode selected or GREEN if repeater mode selected.
6. If no button is pressed for 10 seconds, the LED will illuminate to show the current
transmission mode.
Once the transmission mode has been selected, the LED will continue to illuminate RED (standard mode)
or GREEN (repeater mode) during all future transmissions.
NOTES ON TRANSMISSION MODE
The standard transmission mode is best for situations where quick button response is needed. This type
of transmission is typically used when you’ll be watching what you’re controlling, so repeating is not
necessary.
For repeating mode there is a short delay added to the button commands to allow the system to repeat
between multiple receivers without collision. This type of system is usually something where many units
spread out over a large area need to be controlled simultaneously and response speed isn’t a priority.
Both types of transmission can be used simultaneously in the same system although repeating
transmissions could cause some lag in the standard transmissions.
APPROVALS
United States (FCC)
MCQ-XB900HP
Canada (IC)
1846A-XB900HP
Australia
RCM
Brazil
ANATEL 3727-12-1209

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SPECIFICATIONS
Keypad
Durable Sealed Membrane Keypad –Eliminates Dust, Dirt and
Moisture Failures
Enclosure
ABS UL94 HB
Enclosure with ring is rated IP54 *Not
Waterproof
Protective Ring
SEBS (TPE)
Power Requirements
3.0 VDC
Battery Type
(2) 1.5V lithium each, size AA, to equal 3.0VDC nominal. ***For
best performance use ONLY Energizer Brand Lithium Batteries
*Note: Current frequency settings are maintained in flash memory during battery
replacement. No reprogramming of frequency settings is necessary!
Battery Life(Active Usage)
Up to 6 months
Battery Life(Sleep Mode)
Up to 1 Year
Transmit Frequency
900MHz Spread Spectrum
RF Networks
Eight Independent Network Frequencies
RF Output Power
250 mW
Max Transmit Range
Up to 2500 Feet
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.
Operating Temperature
-40oF to +185oF
Weight
Approx .23 lbs. (w/belt clip)
DIMENSIONS