CENTURION SYSTEMS VANTAGE 400 SMART User manual

SWING GATE OPERATORS
Centurion Systems (Pty) Ltd
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VANTAGE SMART
INSTALLATION MANUAL

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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Important Safety Information
1.2. Lightning Protection
2. SPECIFICATIONS
2.1. Physical Dimensions
2.2. Technical Specications
2.3. Allowable Gate Masses
2.4. Wind Loads
3. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
4. REQUIRED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
5. NEW SITE INSTALLATION PREPARATION
5.1. General Considerations for the Installation
5.2. Determine Gate Opening Angle
5.3. Key Terms in this Section
5.4. Side Wall Limitation - Inward Opening
5.5. Cabling Requirements
5.6. Mounting the Wall Bracket
5.7. Mounting the Gate Bracket
5.8. Cabling Requirements
5.9. Critical Installation Checklist
6. OPERATOR INSTALLATION - INWARD OPENING
6.1. New Site Installations
6.2. Key Terms in this Section
7. OPERATOR INSTALLATION - OUTWARD OPENING
7.1. New Site Installations
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Contents

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8. ELECTRICAL SETUP
8.1. Secure Vx SMART Wallbox to the Wall
8.2. Wiring
8.2.1. Wiring Diagram Symbols
8.2.2. Wiring the Master Operator
8.2.3. Wiring the Slave Operator
8.2.4. Wired Closing Safety Baems (i5)
8.2.5. Double Wired Closing Safety Beams (i5)
8.2.6. Wired Opening Safety Beams (i5)
8.2.7. Wired Opening Safey Beams (PHOTON)
8.2.8. Double Wired Closing Safety Beams (PHOTON)
8.2.9. Wired Opening Safety Beams (PHOTON)
8.2.10. PHOTON SMART Wireless Beams
8.2.11. GLX900 Electronic Lock
8.2.12. Wiring for MagLock to Vx SMART Controller
8.2.13. Status LED
8.2.14. External Radio Receiver & Loop Detector
8.2.15. Holiday Lockout Keyswitch / Keypad
8.2.16. Pedestrian Keyswitch
8.2.17. G-ULTRA to Vx SMART Controller
8.2.18. Solar Panel
8.2.19. Pillar Light Pushbutton - Normally Open
8.2.20. Pillar Light Wiring
8.3. Fuse Protection
8.4. Commissioning the System
9. INSTALLATION HANDOVER
10. WARRANTY INFORMATION
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CONTENTS
Icons used in this manual
This icon indicates tips and other information that could be useful during the
installation.
This icon denotes variations and other aspects that should be considered during
installation.
This icon indicates warning, caution or attention! Please take special note of
critical aspects that MUST be adhered to in order to prevent injury.

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INTRODUCTIONSECTION 1
1. INTRODUCTION
The VANTAGE SMART linear swing gate motor, available in two models with actuation
strokes of 400mm and 500mm, respectively, has been designed to automate a wide variety
of swing gates, from single or double light-domestic gates to heavy industrial double swing
gates.
The fail-safe and fully-redundant Position and Collision Detection System has been designed
and tested to set the standard in safety of operation and to provide an unparalleled level of
reliability and durability in operation.
The gate Travel Limits are managed by a sealed opto-electronic system that has been
designed not only to ensure ultra-reliable operation, but also to ensure precise position and
trajectory control. This enables very accurate and reliable collision detection to ensure safe
operation even under trying conditions.
This guide covers the mechanical installation of your new VANTAGE SMART swing gate
operator.
Advanced features of the Vx SMART logic controller include:
• Interactive graphic user interface via a smartphone application
• Automated setup of gate endpoints (limits)
• Independently-adjustable motor speed in both opening and closing directions
• Fail-safe collision detection and auto-reverse (adjustable sensitivity)
• Smooth, adjustable start/stop (ramp-up/ramp-down)
• Multiple operational modes
• Selectable, adjustable Autoclose
• Pedestrian (partial) opening
• Positive Close Mode
• Supports up to three sets of Photon SMART Safety beams
• Independent safety inputs for opening and closing beams (wired)
• Automatic beam test for both opening and closing beams (wired)
• Advanced lightning/surge protection
• Onboard NOVA code-hopping radio receiver with full channel-mapping capability
(1500 MyCentsys Remote users1)
1. Multiple buttons per remote can be used.
VANTAGE SMART swing gate operators can be installed on both inward-
and outward-opening swing gates. Please see the relevant sections for
each type of installation, paying attention to any site preparation that
needs to be made before the operators are installed.

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1.1. Important Safety Information
ATTENTION!
To ensure the safety of people and possessions, it is important that
you read all of the following instructions.
Incorrect installation or incorrect use of the product could cause
serious harm to people.
The installer, being either professional or DIY, is the last person on
the site who can ensure that the operator is safely installed and that
the whole system can be operated safely.
INTRODUCTIONSECTION 1
Warnings for the Installer
CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS before installing the
product.
• All installation, repair, and service work to this product must be carried out by a
suitably qualied person
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety
• Do not activate your gate unless it is in view and you can determine that its area of
travel is clear of people, pets, or other obstructions
• NO ONE MAY CROSS THE PATH OF A MOVING GATE —
always keep people and objects away from the gate and its area of travel
• NEVER LET CHILDREN OPERATE OR PLAY WITH THE GATE CONTROLS
• Secure all easily-accessed gate opener controls in order to prevent unauthorised use
of the gate
• Do not in any way modify the components of the automated system
• Do not install the equipment in an explosive atmosphere: the presence of ammable
gases or fumes is a serious danger to safety
• Before attempting any work on the system, turn o electrical power to the operator
and disconnect the batteries
• The Mains power supply of the automated system must be tted with an all-pole
switch with contact opening distance of 3mm or greater; use of a 5A hydraulic
breaker with all-pole circuit break is recommended
• Make sure that an earth leakage circuit breaker with a threshold of 30mA is tted
upstream of the system
• Never short-circuit the battery and do not attempt to recharge the batteries with
power supply units other than that supplied with the product, or manufactured by
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INTRODUCTIONSECTION 1
• Make sure that the earthing system is correctly constructed and that all metal parts of
the system are suitably earthed
• Safety devices must be tted to the installation to guard against mechanical
movement risks such as crushing, dragging and shearing
• Always t the warning signs visibly to the inside and outside of the gate
• The installer must explain and demonstrate the manual operation of the gate in case
of an emergency and must hand over the User Guide/Warnings to the user
• The installer must explain these safety instructions to all persons authorised to use
this gate, and be sure that they understand the hazards associated with automated
gates
• Do not leave packing materials (plastic, polystyrene, etc.) within reach of children as
such materials are potential sources of danger
• Dispose of all waste products like packing materials, worn-out batteries, etc.,
according to local regulations
• Always check the obstruction detection system, and safety devices for correct
operation
• Neither Centurion Systems (Pty) Ltd, nor its subsidiaries, accepts any liability caused
by improper use of the product, or for use other than that for which the automated
system was intended
• This product was designed and built strictly for the use indicated in this
documentation; any other use, not expressly indicated here, could compromise the
service life/operation of the product and/or be a source of danger
• Everything not expressly specied in these instructions is not permitted
WARNING! WARNING! WARNING! WARNING! WARNING!
MOVING GATE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH!
KEEP CLEAR! GATE MAY MOVE AT ANY TIME!
DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO OPERATE THE GATE OR PLAY IN THE
NEAR VICINITY OF THE GATE.
KEEP CLEAR!
GATE MAY MOVE AT ANY TIME!
SAFETY
FIRST
Never run the operator directly from the battery!
Doing so will cause damage to the operator.
Only run the operator from the Vx SMART Controller.

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The electronic controller utilises the same proven surge protection philosophy that is
used in all our products. While this does not guarantee that the unit will not be damaged
in the event of a lightning strike or power surge, it greatly reduces the likelihood of such
damage occurring. The earth return for the surge protection is provided via the mains
power supply earth and/or earth spike located next to the operator.
INTRODUCTIONSECTION 1
1.2. Lightning Protection
In order to ensure that the surge protection is eective, it is essential
that the unit is properly earthed.

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SPECIFICATIONSSECTION 2
FIGURE 1. VANTAGE 400 SMART PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
FIGURE 2. VANTAGE 500 SMART PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS
2. SPECIFICATIONS
2.1. Physical Dimensions
1. The current values can be used to determine current consumption for battery life backup calculations.
1370mm (extended)
1570mm (extended)
400mm
extended
piston stroke
500mm
extended
piston stroke
970mm (retracted)
1070mm (retracted)
Ø100mm
Ø100mm
95mm95mm
VANTAGE 400 SMART VANTAGE 500 SMART
Input voltage 90V - 240V AC ± 10%, 50/60Hz
Motor voltage 12V DC
Motor power supply Battery-driven (standard capacity - 7.2Ah)1
Battery charger21.8A @ 13.8V
Current consumption (Mains) 170mA
2.2. Technical Specications
2.2.1. Main Operator

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SPECIFICATIONSSECTION 2
Maximum motor current per channel 35A (fused)
Maximum input voltage 14.4V DC
Standby current draw 3A DC / AC (10 Seconds)
Maximum solenoid current draw 2A DC1
Maximum auxillary output current 3A (Resettable Electronic Fuse)
Collision detection Current sense and optical
Position and trajectory control Optical
Temperature range -20°C to +60°C
Onboard receiver type Code-hopping multichannel
Receiver code storage capacity 1500 transmitters
Receiver frequency 433MHZ
2.2.2. SMART Controller
1. Can increase battery capacity for longer standby times.
2. Can operate o a solar supply, consult your reseller for assistance.
3. Assumes a full stroke of operator is used.
4. Each operator comes with a unique set of keys.
5. Based on 25°C ambient temperature and unit not in direct sunlight.
1. Limited by charger, ensure that load does not prevent battery from fully charging.
Continuous current draw should ideally be less than 500mA but must not exceed 1A.
6. Based on an operator push force of less than 50% of rated.
7. Based on double kit excluding Infrared Safety Beams.
8. Single kit contains one operator and Wall Box.
9. Double kit contains two operators and one Wall Box.
TABLE 1
TABLE 2
VANTAGE 400 SMART VANTAGE 500 SMART
Current consumption (Motor rated at load) 15A - maximum
Operator push force - maximum 250kgf
Operator stroke 400mm 500mm
Piston extention / retraction speed 28mm/sec (variable)
Typical gate opening time314.3 sec 17.8 sec
Manual override Key release4
Maximum number of operations per day 250
Duty cycle - Mains present5 6 50%
Operations in standby with 7.2Ah battery7
Half day 70
Full day 58
Collision sensing Electronic
Operating temperature range -15°C to +50°C
Mass of unit packed (excluding battery)
Single kit88.5kg 9kg
Double kit914kg 15kg
2.2.1. Main Operator (Continued)
Nominal input voltage 90V - 240V AC ±10% @ 50/60Hz
AC current draw (maximum) 170mA
Temperature range -20°C to +60°C
Battery charger output current
(dependant on PSU input voltage)
90V AC input: 1.2A @ 13.8V
240V AC input: 1.8A @ 13.8V
2.2.3. Power Supply
TABLE 3

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SPECIFICATIONSSECTION 2
2.3. Allowable Gate Masses
TABLE 4
TABLE 5
Maximum allowable gate mass for the VANTAGE 400 SMART operator
Maximum allowable gate mass for the VANTAGE 500 SMART operator
1. An electric lock must be tted to secure gate in closed position.
1. An electric lock must be tted to secure gate in closed position.
Ensure that the gate leaf meets Wind Load Specications.
Gate Swing Angle Up to
1.5m
Up to
2m
Up to
2.5m
Up to
3m1
Up to
3.5m1
Up to
4m1
90° 500kg 500kg 500kg 360kg 260kg 200kg
100° 500kg 500kg 388kg 160kg 190kg 150kg
110° 500kg 306kg 198kg 130kg
120° 180kg 100kg 65kg Not recommended
Gate Swing Angle Up to
1.5m
Up to
2m
Up to
2.5m
Up to
3m1
Up to
3.5m1
Up to
4m1
90° 750kg 750kg 750kg 550kg 410kg 310kg
100° 750kg 750kg 600kg 420kg 310kg 230kg
110° 750kg 500kg 320kg 220kg
120° 310kg 170kg 110kg Not recommended

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2.4. Wind loads
Wind speeds for which operator will still operate the gate.
(VANTAGE 400 SMART or VANTAGE 500 SMART operators)
For a 25% covered gate: (Palisades, etc.) x 1.8 metre high
Wind speeds for which operator will still operate the gate.
(VANTAGE 400 SMART or VANTAGE 500 SMART operators)
For a 100% covered gate: (Fully Cladded Gates) x 1.8 metre high
1. See Section 6/7 for installation details.
2. An electric lock must be tted.
1. See Section 6/7 for installation details.
2. An electric lock must be tted.
Value of A or
B dimension
once installed1
Individual gate leaf lengths:
Up to
1.5m
Up to
2m
Up to
2.5m
Up to
3m2
Up to
3.5m2
Up to
4m2
100mm 94km/h 66km/h 48km/h 44km/h 41km/h 37km/h
140mm 119km/h 85km/h 65km/h 57km/h 51km/h 46km/h
180mm 138km/h 101km/h 78km/h 67km/h 60km/h 53km/h
220mm 156km/h 114km/h 89km/h 76km/h 67km/h 60km/h
260mm 171km/h 126km/h 99km/h 84km/h 74km/h 65km/h
300mm 186km/h 137km/h 108km/h 91km/h 80km/h 71km/h
340mm 199km/h 147km/h 116km/h 98km/h 86km/h 76km/h
Value of A or
B dimension
once installed1
Individual gate leaf lengths:
Up to
1.5m
Up to
2m
Up to
2.5m
Up to
3m2
Up to
3.5m2
Up to
4m2
100mm 47km/h 33km/h 24km/h 22km/h 20km/h 19km/h
140mm 59km/h 43km/h 32km/h 28km/h 25km/h 23km/h
180mm 69km/h 50km/h 39km/h 34km/h 30km/h 27km/h
220mm 78km/h 57km/h 44km/h 38km/h 34km/h 30km/h
260mm 86km/h 63km/h 49km/h 42km/h 37km/h 33km/h
300mm 93km/h 69km/h 54km/h 46km/h 40km/h 35km/h
340mm 100km/h 74km/h 58km/h 49km/h 43km/h 38km/h
TABLE 6
TABLE 7
SPECIFICATIONSSECTION 2

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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATIONSECTION 3
3. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
FIGURE 3. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION - MAIN KIT
1. Gate Bracket Pin
2. 14mm Snap Ring
3. VANTAGE SMART Gate Operator
4. Wall Bracket
5. Wall Bracket Mounting Plate
6. Gate Bracket
7. M5 Barrel Nut
8. Origin Clamp
9. Stainless steel cap screw M5 x 25
10. Gate Operator Keys1
1. Keys are specic to each operator - key number must be recorded.
1
2
3
5
6
10
1
7
8
9
2
4
1. 12V 7.2Ah Battery1
2. Vx SMART Series Controller
3. Charger
4. Code-hopping remote controls
FIGURE 4. V-SERIES WALL BOX INCLUDING CHARGER AND CONTROLLER
3.1. Vx SMART Wall Box
1. Batteries can be of a larger capacity for longer power failure autonomy and are not included in the kit;
Consult your local authorised dealer for assistance.
1
2
3
4
Product code:
VECCAD02V6

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REQUIRED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTSECTION 4
4. REQUIRED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
FIGURE 5. REQUIRED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
Spanners
17mm/15mm
preferably socket set
Crimping tool
and Pin lugs
Ø12mm masonry drill bit for
wall mount bracket
Ø6.5mm steel drill bit
for gate bracket
Connector
block
Hole saw
20mm
Angle grinder
Pin punch
6mm
Hacksaw
Spirit level
Marking
pen/chalk
Extension cord
Soldering
iron
Safety equipment
(goggles, gloves etc.)
Welding machine
(including consumables)
and safety equipment
Measuring
tape
Allen key
5mm
G-clamps
x2
Electric drilling
machine
Screwdrivers
6mm Phillips
3.5mm Flat
Hammer
Pliers

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INSTALLATION PREPARATIONSECTION 5
5. INSTALLATION PREPARATION
5.1. General Considerations for the Installation
Always recommend the tment of additional safety equipment such as safety edges and
Safety Beams, for additional protection against entrapment or other mechanical risks.
Check that no pipes or electrical cables are in the way of the intended installation.
Check that enough space is available for the gate operator with the gate in the
required open position (see Figure 6).
If the swing gate leaf is longer than 3 metres, ensure that an electric lock can be tted.
For security reasons, never t an operator on the outside of the gate, where the public
has access to it (refer to the instructions for an Outward-opening swing gate).
Install the gate operator only if:
• It will not pose a hazard to the public
• There is sucient clearance to a roadway and/or public thoroughfares
• The installation will meet all municipal and/or local authority requirements once
completed
• The gate mass, leaf width, wind loading and application is within the operator
specications
• The gate is in good working order, meaning:
• that it swings freely;
• does not move on its own if left in any position;
• each gate leaf is strong and rigid;
• Once installed, there is sucient clearance between moving parts during operation of
the gate to reduce the risk of personal injury and/or entrapment
• It is recommended that Pushbuttons and Keyswitches, if tted, be positioned in such
a way that the gate is in line of sight of the user
Never run an operator directly o the 12V battery.

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INSTALLATION PREPARATIONSECTION 5
5.2. Determine Gate Opening Angle
Use this procedure to accurately determine the gate opening angle:
FIGURE 6
1 metre
1 metre
Gate in closed
position
Gate hinge
point
Gate in open
position
Mark
the Ground
Distance Z
Mark the ground
5.2.1. Step 1
Close the gate and measure a
distance of one metre from the
centreline of the gate hinge.
Make a mark on the ground.
5.2.2. Step 2
Open the gate and measure along the
gate a distance of one metre from
the centreline of the gate hinge.
Make a mark on the ground.
Measure the distance on the ground
between the two marks (Z).
Using this Z-Value, read o the gate
opening angle from the Table below.
5.2.3. Step 3
Gate opening angle based on Z-Value
TABLE 8
From To Use gate swing angle of
1414mm 1521mm 90°-99°
1532mm 1638mm 100°-110°
Wall

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5.4. Side Wall Limitation - Inward-Opening
Figure 7 shows the side wall limitations for an Inward-opening gate. The operator
must be installed in accordance with these limitations. If the wall minimum of 200mm
cannot be achieved, consider using an outward swing conguration.
FIGURE 7. SIDE WALL LIMITATION FOR INWARD-OPENING GATE
Wall minimum
must be greater than 200mm
Side wall
Wall Gate Hinge Point
5.3. Key Terms Used in this Section
5.3.1. Pillar maximum
The maximum allowable distance measured from the centre of the gate hinge to the edge
of the pillar.
5.3.2. Wall minimum
This value denotes the minimum amount of space needed to install the operator and is
measured from the side wall to the gate when the gate is in the open position.
INSTALLATION PREPARATIONSECTION 5
G
a
t
e
s
w
i
n
g
a
n
g
l
e
Gate in closed
position
Gate in open
position

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5.5. Pillar Hinge Depth Limitation - 90° Inward-Opening
Figure 8 shows the pillar hinge depth limitation for a 90° Inward-opening gate.
An operator must be installed in accordance with these limitations to ensure that it does
not interfere with the operation of the gate during movement. The hinge depth of the
gate on the pillar, needs to be checked against the pillar maximum values in Table 9
to determine if the installation is possible. If the hinge depth of the gate is excessive,
the gate may have to be relocated on the pillar to achieve the required pillar maximum
values. This does not apply to gates opening more than 90° as the gate would need to
swing beyond 90° without colliding with the pillar.
FIGURE 8. PILLAR HINGE DEPTH LIMITATION FOR 90°INWARD-OPENING GATE
TABLE 9
Wall Gate Hinge Point
G
a
t
e
s
w
i
n
g
a
n
g
l
e
Gate in closed
position
Gate in open
position
Pillar maximum
Operator Pillar Maximum Swing Gate Angle
VANTAGE 400 SMART 175mm 90°
VANTAGE 500 SMART 245mm 90°
INSTALLATION PREPARATIONSECTION 5

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5.6. Mounting the Wall Bracket
The following recommended methods may be used to install the operator.
5.6.1. Through-wall
Applications:
• Pre-fabricated walling
• For heavy gates operating
frequently
5.6.2. Chemical anchors
Applications:
• Masonry pillars
• Frequent use
5.6.3. Welding
Application:
• Steel pillars
FIGURE 9
FIGURE 10
FIGURE 11
Pillar
Wall Bracket
Through-wall bolt
Pillar
Wall Bracket
Chemical anchor
Steel
pillar
Wall Bracket
Welding machine
INSTALLATION PREPARATIONSECTION 5

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5.6.4. Sleeve anchors
Applications:
• Lighter gates
• Domestic
5.6.5. Rawl bolts
Applications:
• Lighter gates
• Domestic
FIGURE 12
FIGURE 13
Pillar
Pillar
Wall Bracket
Wall Bracket
Sleeve anchor
Rawl bolt
INSTALLATION PREPARATIONSECTION 5