Centurion D3 User manual

Latest Revision: 08.03.2004
Document Ref.: 1114.D.01.0002_12
Product Code: CP70SLIDRO
USER GUIDE
D3, D5, A5, A10
and FAAC 844
CENTURION
SLIDING GATE AUTOMATION

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Product Guarantee
All CENTURION products are manufactured with extreme care, thoroughly
inspected and tested. They are guaranteed for a period of 12 months, provided that
proof of purchase documentation is submitted with any claim.
The guarantee only covers repair, components and labour, provided that the
equipment is returned to our workshop.
This warrantee will not apply to any equipment which:
(A) Has been subject to misuse or which has been used for any purpose other
than designed for by the manufacturers.
(B) Has been repaired by any workshop and/or person not previously authorised
by CENTURION SYSTEMS.
(C) Has been repaired with components not previously tested, passed or
authorised by CENTURION SYSTEMS.

CENTURION SYSTEMS (PTY) LTD has been manufacturing automatic gate sys-
tems since 1987, and is committed to providing reliable, cost effective solutions in
the field of access automation.
CENTURION strives to give service and backup second to none. Our engineers are
available to give sales support, installation training, and answers to technical or
installation problems.
The equipment is installed worldwide and is available through a network of distribu-
tors.
CENTURION is an ISO 9001 registered company, continually striving to update its
products in line with world trends to ensure maximum customer satisfaction.
Further information is available on our website www.centsys.co.za
Centurion Systems (Pty) Ltd. reserves
the right to make changes to the
products described in this manual
without notice and without obligation
of Centurion Systems (Pty) Ltd. to
notify any persons of any such
revisions or changes. Additionally,
Centurion Systems (Pty) Ltd. makes
no representations or warranties with
respect to this manual.
Company Profile
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INTRODUCTION ............................................7
MODELSCOVERED..........................................7
MAINFEATURES............................................7
NORMALOPERATION........................................9
Radiotransmitter...........................9
Intercompushbutton........................9
Pedestriankeyswitch ......................10
CONTROLLER FEATURES & FUNCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Introduction..............................11
Anti-crushingdevice.......................11
Automaticalignment.......................12
Automaticclosing.........................12
Auto-closeoverride........................12
Mainsfailuredetection .....................13
Batterylowprotection......................13
Thermaloverload.........................14
Originsensorfail..........................14
Lightningprotection .......................14
ANCILLARYEQUIPMENT....................................14
Protectionbeam..........................14
Holidaylockout...........................15
Courtesylighttimer........................15
` Pre-flashing .............................15
Gatestatusindication......................16
Solarpanel..............................17
DCconvertermodule ......................17
Table of Contents
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SPECIALFUNCTIONS.......................................19
Reversingmode..........................19
Condominium............................19
Passive infra red auto-close (PIRAC) . . . . . . . . . . 19
MANUALRELEASE.........................................20
Re-engaging the manual release. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
BASICMAINTENANCE......................................21
General.................................21
Battery .................................22
Gearboxoillevel..........................22
Powersupply ............................22
A10Invertermodule .......................23
SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................24
D3/D5/A5/operator........................24
A10operator.............................24
A10DCconverter.........................25
FAAC844...............................25
DECLARATIONOFCONFORMITY.............................26
COMMISSIONINGCHECKSHEET.............................27
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This guide highlights the features and operation of CENTURION SLIDING GATE
OPERATORS to ensure that YOU, the user, get the most from your system. Basic
maintenance is also described, but in the event of product malfunction, you are
advised to contact your installer, or your local Centurion branch (refer to back page).
Models Covered
!CENTURION D3
!CENTURION D5
!CENTURIONA5
!CENTURIONA10
!FAAC 844 (with Centurion CP81 controller)
Main Features
D3, D5, A5
A key feature of these products is the chassis/gearbox which is moulded from a high
tech engineering polymer. The user benefits from this material in terms of its aesthe-
tics, and corrosion free properties. Due to the self locking action of the internal
gearset, the unit is resistant to forced entry.
An optional theft resistant cage is available to give additional peace of mind.
A revolutionary aspect of the CENTURION range of operators is the limit switch
mechanism. Mounted internally, and therefore tamper proof, the limit switch monitors
the speed and location of the gate, ensuring reliable and safe anti-crushing protec-
tion and accurate position control.
Precise control of the gate stopping position is achieved by a high resolution encoder
wheel and opto-electronic sensor built into the unit.
The electronic controller has many advanced features including variable sensitivity
collision detection, adjustable delay autoclose, pedestrian opening, etc.Advanced
lightning protection is built into the controller as standard. On D3/D5 domestic
Introduction
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models a 12V battery is the primary power source thus providing a limited number of
operations in the event of a mains power failure. This battery is normally charged by
an internal 220V* charger. For sites where a 220V mains supply is unavailable, an
external 220-12V adaptor, or solar panel is optional (see SOLAR PANEL, Page 17 for
more details about solar charging)
In multi user applications the D5 operator is available with a transformer rectifier unit
(power-pack) which replaces the battery and charger. The power-pack operates
directly off a 220V* mains supply only. Battery back-up is available by simply adding
an externally mounted battery.
*Alternative voltage ratings are available on request
A10
Engineered for industrial and high duty sites, the A10 is built around a precision
machined, die cast aluminium chassis/gearbox incorporating a self locking gearset.
Accordingly the unit is resistant to forced entry.
The integral electronic controller has similar functions to those of the D3/D5 and uses
the same technology in terms of origin & encoder signal inputs. Unique to the A10 is
the high speed mode, enabling adjustable opening/closing speeds up to 30m/min.
The key to the A10’s outstanding torque and duty cycle lies in the 3-phase induction
motor and electronic inverter that form the heart of the system. Single-phase 220V
AC power is converted into variable frequency 3-phase power, allowing electronically
controlled soft starting and stopping of the motor.
An optional DC converter is available, containing 12V batteries and UPS type backup
circuits. This enables the A10 to continue operating for a limited period in the event of
a power failure.Another option is the anti theft cage, to give additional peace of mind.
“Endurance” & “Heavyweight” derivatives of the A10 are available to suit high duty,
and high gate mass sites respectively.
FAAC
All FAAC models feature die cast aluminium gearboxes enclosing a self locking
gearset.

The FAAC 844 models employ an inductive proximity limit switch, which has no
moving parts, thereby improving reliability. Electronic controllers are integral with all
844 models except the 844 three-phase model, in which case the electronics are
housed in a separate wall mounted enclosure.
The gates can be opened or closed in the following way:
RADIO TRANSMITTER
A handheld radio transmitter, carried in the motor car, sends a coded signal to the
receiver mounted in the control enclosure to open or close the gate.
-Press once for approximately 1 second to initiate gate motion.
If the transmitter is pressed while the gate is either opening or closing the gate will
immediately stop. Pressing the button again will cause the gate to reverse.
If the automatic closing feature (see Controller Features and Functions) has been
selected and the gate is closing automatically when the transmitter is pressed, the
gate will stop and stay in that position. Pressing the button again will cause the gate to
reopen. If the gate is opening with the automatic closing facility selected, and the
transmitter is then pressed, the gate will stop. The gate will close automatically after
the auto-close delay time.
INTERCOM PUSHBUTTON:
Most automatic gate installations are fitted with an intercom which provides for
communication between the house and the gate. The intercom handset is usually
Normal Operation
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provided with a “Gate" or "Door Release” pushbutton which, when pressed, sends a
signal to the gate controller to open the gate.
The sequence of operation of this pushbutton is identical to the radio transmitter
described under “Radio Transmitter”.
PEDESTRIAN KEYSWITCH (OPTIONAL)
The pedestrian keyswitch is fitted to the
gate pillar. It’s purpose is to open the
gate a limited amount for pedestrians.
- Fit key into keyswitch and turn key
clockwise as though starting a motor
car.
- Let key spring back to rest position
and remove key immediately.
To allow time for removal of the key, there is a 5 second delay before the gate begins
to open. If the courtesy light is connected to the control card it will flash five times,
indicating that the signal has been accepted.
The gate will open approximately 1 metre and then stop. After 5 seconds the gate will
automatically close.
The gate can be held open by keeping the key turned in the keyswitch. As soon as the
key is released back to its normal rest position, the gate will close after the 5 second
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PRESS TO
OPEN GATE
Visitor outside gate requests entrance. Gate opened from intercom
pushbutton inside house.

delay. (The opening distance and the time that the gate remains open can be adjusted
to suit. Default values are described above)
If a protection beam has been fitted (refer section “Protection Beam”) and the beam is
broken while the gate is closing, the gate will stop. The gate will remain in that position
while the beam is broken and only close 5 seconds after the beam has been cleared.
Controller Features and Functions
INTRODUCTION
The electronic controller synchronizes the functions of the gate operator. Although
the controllers for each operator are marginally different, the functions and safety
features which are described below are similar.
ANTI-CRUSHING DEVICE
Gate Closing
Gate Opening
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Gate closing into an obstruction Gate automatically reverses and re-opens
Gate opening Gate stops on hitting the obstruction

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(For CENTURION models only). If the gate is obstructed repeatedly 4 times,
either opening or closing, often referred to as multiple collision, the gate will stop
and will not respond to trigger inputs for 2 minutes.
After this time the gate will once again respond to command signals. This function is a
warning to the user that the obstruction must be removed. (The number of obstruc-
tions before the system will shutdown can be adjusted to suit, default is 4).
The FAAC units do not reverse on striking an object when in the closing mode. For
both opening and closing modes, the mechanical clutch will start slipping and if no
operator input is provided, the motor will automatically cutout after 1 minute.
AUTOMATIC ALIGNMENT
CENTURION and FAAC operators are fitted with a manual override mechanism. This
is to allow the gate to be operated in the event of a total malfunction of the equipment.
It is also required if the mains power has failed in the case of the 220V operators (A5,
A10 and FAAC models).
In the case of the CENTURION operators (D3, D5, A5, A10) when a command signal
is given after the gate has been moved manually and then re-engaged, the gate will
drive to either it’s fully open, or closed, position. Referred to as automatic alignment,
the gate can only be stopped, but not reversed until the alignment cycle is complete.
The system will then revert to normal operation.
The A5 operator will also perform an automatic alignment after a mains power failure.
The FAAC units do not have automatic alignment.
AUTOMATIC CLOSING (OPTIONAL)
The system has the facility to automatically close the gate after it has been opened.
The default setting is that this facility is disabled. The time that the gate remains open
can be adjusted up to 4 minutes where the default is 15 seconds.
AUTO-CLOSE OVERRIDE
The auto-close function can be temporarily overridden by holding down the remote
control pushbutton or intercom gate release when opening the gate, until the gate
stops. (Default setting is 3 seconds. It can be changed to suit) This confirms that the
auto-close has been overridden. On releasing the button the gate will continue to
open fully, and remain open as long as required. Closing the gate by using either the

transmitter or intercom gate release button resets the system back to auto-close. If a
gate status indicator (LED) has been fitted inside the house (refer below) an
additional confirmation of the functioning of the override is provided. The status LED
will stop flashing and remain ON when the auto-close has been overridden.
MAINS FAILURE DETECTION (D3/D5 ONLY)
Although these systems will continue to operate in the event of a mains power failure
due to the built in battery, it is important to register that there is a problem before the
battery is run flat.
The controller (CP80) monitors whether mains voltage (via the charger transformer)
is present. If not, the gate status LED, will flash twice every 2 seconds to indicate
mains loss.
BATTERY LOW PROTECTION (D3/D5 ONLY)
The controller has circuitry that monitors the state of the battery. During a power
failure energy is drawn from the battery, but not replaced. To prevent the battery
running flat, and being damaged, the protection circuitry shuts off the gate system
when the battery voltage drops below 10.6 volts.
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PRESS and HOLD
GATE RELEASE
FOR 3 SECONDS TO
OVERRIDE AUTO-CLOSE
INTERCOM PUSHBUTTON or REMOTE
GATE
STAYS
OPEN
RED LED
STATUS
NOTE: - LED WILL FLASH THREE TIMES
EVERY 2 SECONDS TO INDICATE
BATTERY VOLTAGE IS LOW.
- D3/D5 OPERATOR PCB SHOWN.
If the gate status
indicator has not been
fitted inside the house,
there is an equivalent LED
mounted on the controller
marked “STATUS”.

THERMAL OVERLOAD (A10 ONLY)
In the event of the A10 operator being used excessively and the duty cycle rating of
the unit exceeded, the unit will shut down due to thermal overload in order to protect
the system from abuse.
The unit cannot be re-operated until the unit has cooled. To provide indication to the
user that this is the cause of the fault the STATUS LED will flash 2 times every 2
seconds.
ORIGIN SENSOR FAIL (A10 ONLY)
The A10 operator uses an origin switch to ensure it stops in the correct open and
closed positions. If this switch fails for any reason, the operator will shut down. To
provide indication to the user that there has been an origin sensor failure, the
STATUS LED will flash 3 times every 2 seconds.
This condition is treated as serious and the unit cannot be activated again until the
gate has been moved manually either fully open or fully closed, ensuring that the gate
magnet has passed the sensor. If the sensor registers correctly, the unit will reset, and
can be operated again. If the sensor does not re-register, the unit will remain in the
locked state.
IF the system cannot be reset by following the procedure above, it is a clear
indication that the SENSOR is faulty or not switching reliably. It is important that
the operation of the SENSOR is checked by a qualified technician.
LIGHTNING PROTECTION
All CENTURION controllers have on board lightning protection. The protection
circuitry was designed in conjunction with the CSIR. Provided that the system has
been properly earthed the protection will significantly improve the resistance of the
system against lightning strikes.
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PROTECTION BEAM (OPTIONAL, BUT RECOMMENDED)
An infrared beam, or underground loop, across the gate entrance may be connected
to the controller as an additional safety feature. When a motor vehicle activates the
loop or beam the following occurs:
Ancillary Equipment

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!If the gate is closing, it will immediately stop and reopen.
!If the transmitter or intercom gate release pushbutton is pressed while the beam is
broken, or the loop activated, the gate will remain open. The auto-close time will
restart its countdown.
HOLIDAY LOCKOUT (OPTIONAL)
A keyswitch can be connected to the gate system that will allow the system to be
totally immobilised. The keyswitch is mounted with access from the outside of the
property. When the keyswitch is OFF, the gate system will shut down and it will not be
possible to operate the gate. When the keyswitch is ON, the gate system will operate
normally.
This is an added security feature should the property be unattended for an extended
length of time.
The holiday lock out facility could also be activated using a keypad, radio receiver with
a latching output or an ON/OFF toggle switch.
COURTESY LIGHT TIMER (OPTIONAL)
If a 220V power supply is available at the gate, timed courtesy lights can be
connected through the controller. Each time the gate is opened, the lights will switch
on for a period of time and switch off. The time can be adjusted up to 40 minutes in 10
second increments.
A courtesy light pushbutton can be mounted inside the house (typically on the
intercom) allowing convenient control of the lights. By pressing the pushbutton.
By pressing the courtesy light pushbutton (if fitted), momentarily the light will switch
on for the light timer period and automatically switch off. By pressing and holding the
pushbutton down for 3 seconds the lights will switch on and remain on. The status
LED (if fitted) will flash once every 2 seconds to confirm this. To switch off the lights
press the pushbutton momentarily. If courtesy lights are fitted to the controller, and the
pedestrian keyswitch is operated, the courtesy lights will flash for 5 seconds before
the gate opens. This warns the pedestrian that the gate will open within 5 seconds
allowing time to remove the key and stand back from the gate.
PRE-FLASHING
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starts to open or close. The courtesy light timer will function as normal. (Preflash time
can be adjusted to suit, from 1 to 250 seconds, where the default is 5 seconds). By
default pre-flashing is off.
GATE STATUS INDICATION (OPTIONAL)
The controller can provide visual indication inside the house of the position of the gate
and the condition of the battery and power supply. A LED is typically mounted on the
intercom inside the house. The different signals of the LED are shown in the following
table:
LED STATUS INDICATION
Slow regular flash
Quick regular flash
Off
On
1 Flash/2 seconds
2 Flashes/2 seconds
3 Flashes/2 seconds
4 Flashes/2 seconds
Gate is opening
Gate is closed
Gate is open
Battery low (D3/D5 only. See Battery Low
Protection, page 13)
Missed origin (A10 only. See Origin
Sensor Fail, page 14)
Collision shutdown (Except FAAC units)
(See Anti-crushing Device, page 11)
Mains failure (D3/D5 only. See Mains
Failure Detection, page 13)
Courtesy light switched on (see Courtesy
Light Timer, page 15)
Gate is closing
Or:
Or:
Over temperature (A10 only. See Thermal
Overload, page 14)

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SOLAR PANEL (OPTIONAL ON D3/D5
SYSTEMS ONLY)
The battery of the 12V DC operator may be
charged using a solar panel in place of the
conventional charging circuit. A 12 Watt
panel will provide on average 10 - 12
operations of an average gate without
causing the battery to discharge over a
period of time. It is necessary to have at least a 35A/H deep cycle low maintenance
battery fitted, in order to provide sufficient backup capacity during days of poor
weather. For further details contact your local CENTURION agent.
DC CONVERTER MODULE (OPTIONAL FORA10 ONLY)
The DC converter module allows the A10 gate operator to function from a 12V battery
in the absence of AC mains. The converter module steps up the 12V battery supply to
310V DC. The inverter drive on the A10 operator then switches the high voltage DC
supply to run the three phase induction motor.
The following features are of interest to the end-user:
The converter module includes battery protection circuitry. This circuitry prevents the
converter module from being damaged in the event of reverse polarity connection. In
addition the circuitry automatically disconnects the battery when the battery drops
into a low-voltage state. This prevents the converter module from running the battery
flat and potentially damaging the battery.
There is a push button on the converter module that manually reconnects the battery
in the event of a power failure and low-battery voltage state. Upon activation, and if
the battery voltage exceeds the low-voltage parameter, the protection circuitry will
automatically keep the battery connected to the converter. If, on the other hand, the
battery voltage is below the low-voltage parameter, the protection circuitry will not
connect the battery to the converter.
SOLAR
PANEL
The 310V DC supply is hazardous and potentially lethal.
The A10 converter module should be installed and
maintained by a qualified installer.
WARNING

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The DC Converter module has three status LED's. These LED's indicate battery
status, AC mains status, and lastly the temperature of the converter. The LED's
operate in the following manner:
The converter module has a current limiting fuse on the high-voltage supply. Caution
must be exercised when checking this fuse. The procedure to replace the fuse is
outlined below:
1. Disconnect the mains from the entire system. This includes the A10, and
the converter module.
2. Disconnect the battery.
3. Disconnect the 6-way header that connects the converter module to the A10.
The converter module is now off, and the board is safe to handle.
4. Remove the fuse protection housing (If the housing is still in place).
5. Remove the fuse and replace it with a 5A, 250V, fast-blow fuse. (Dimensions
5x20mm).
6. Reconnect the 6-way header.
7. Reconnect the battery.
8. Reconnect the mains.
Upon reconnecting, if the converter module fails to function correctly in the event of a
power failure, refer to an installer or service technician.
AC Mains
Converter
temperature
Mains
present
Overheated
Mains
failure
Converter
temperature
normal
DC converter will
power A10 until
mains restored or
battery voltage <
threshold
DC converter will
shut down until it
has cooled to
normal operating
temperature range.
LED
Battery
status
Battery is
fully charged
Voltage
low
DC converter will
shut down until
battery reaches
normal operating
voltage.
When ON,
it indicates:
When OFF,
it indicates:
Logic Logic

Special Functions
REVERSING MODE
Apart from the standard mode of operation as described in the section Normal
Operation, the system offers another mode of operation. Referred to as reversing
mode, if the transmitter is pressed while the gate is moving, the gate will automatically
reverse direction. The gate can never be left in mid position with this mode selected.
Other modes of operation which can be selected and operated using a radio transmit-
ter are CONDOMINIUM and PIRAC, which are described below:
CONDOMINIUM
The system can be programmed for “Condominium” operation. This mode of
operation will override the normal mode of operation described under the section
“Normal Operation”. This facility is designed for greater safety and security in
applications where there will be a number of users, such as the gate at a townhouse
estate, factory or office park the “Auto-Close” facility described earlier.
In “Condominium” mode “Auto-close” cannot be overridden. If the remote control or
intercom pushbutton is pressed while the gate is open the “Auto-close” will restart its
countdown. If the gate is activated while the gate is closing the gate will reopen. The
gate cannot be stopped in a midway position and will therefore always close.
A protection beam should be used in conjunction with this facility to prevent the “Auto-
close” from closing the gate onto a vehicle passing through.
PASSIVE INFRARED AUTO-CLOSE (PIRAC)
This facility is an extension of the Condominium facility described above. It is
designed for applications requiring greater security as the gate closes immediately
behind the vehicle or person passing through.
PIRAC will operate only if a protection beam or other type of vehicle detection system
(e.g. Inductive loop) has been fitted.
The remote control or intercom pushbutton will only open the gate. As a vehicle drives
through the entrance it activates the protection beam and as soon as the vehicle
clears the beam the gate will close immediately, even before it is fully open. If the gate
reaches the fully open position without the beam being activated the gate will close
immediately.
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All operators are fitted with a manual release mechanism. This is to allow the gate to
be operated in the event of a total malfunction of the equipment. It is also required if
the mains power has failed in the case of the A5, A10 (without DC converter) and
FAAC operators.
Manual Release
ROTATE
THUMBWHEEL
CLOCKWISE
TO RELEASE
Rotate thumbwheel clockwise
until gate is free to move
FAAC844
Manual Release
Open manual override
CENTURION D3, D5 & A5 FAAC 844
USE KEY TO
OPEN DOOR
Manual release
handle in closed position.
Open lock cover and insert key.
Turn key ¼ turn counter
clockwise to unlock.
Pull manual release handle
down to disengage manual
release
CENTURION D3, D5 & A5
In this mode and for a particular application should the gate start to close too quickly
the "Auto-close" facility described earlier can be enabled.
The gate will now remain in the open position until either the "auto-close" has timed
out or a vehicle has driven through the entrance in which case the gate will start to
close immediately the vehicle has passed.