Dakota Digital PAC-3100 User manual

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PAC-3100
LINEAR MOTOR CONTROLLER
W/ CURRENT SENSING AUTO REVERSE
Switch 1 (safety disable, page 3 for more detail)
ON - Disables preset buttons and external presets when key is ON
OFF - Buttons work the entire time key ON/OFF
Note: the external manual UP/DOWN will work all of the time
Switch 2 (auto move feature, page 3 for more detail)
ON - Enable auto move: when key ON move to position 1
when key OFF move to position 2
OFF - Disable auto move feature
Switch 3 (auto reverse sensitivity, page 3 for more detail)
ON - High sensitivity
OFF - Low sensitivity
Switch 4 (auto reverse enable, page 3 for more detail)
SW4 ON - Auto reverse enabled
SW4 OFF - Auto reverse disabled
Switch 5 - NOT USED
Switch 6 - NOT USED

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Features
The PAC-3100 is designed to control a single linear actuator/motor. It is
intended to be used to lift trunk lids and toppers/tanneau covers. The PAC-3100
has many convenient features which include:
Three user programmable heights
Stylish, lighted push button control
Remote, ground activated, input lines to control the system with a remote system
Safety auto reverse
Auto move to position when the vehicle is turned on/ off
Wiring
BLACK - Connect to a main ground location
RED - Connect to fused constant 12 volt power
YELLOW - Connect to switched 12 volt power
(An accessory terminal will work for this)
PURPLE - Optional remote ground trigger for preset 3
PINK - Optional remote ground trigger for preset 1
BROWN - Optional remote ground trigger for preset 2
WHITE w/ BLACK - Optional remote ground trigger for manual down
WHITE w/ RED - Optional remote ground trigger for manual up
PRESET BUTTONS - To mating 4 pin connector
Mounting
The linear actuators should be mounted following the instructions supplied
with them. It is very important to mount the motors correctly or damage to the
vehicle could result. Remember that the motors should be mounted so they are
completely closed when the trunk/cover being lifted is shut all the way. Also
insure that the motors can not raise too far and cause damage.
The controller should be mounted inside the vehicle and all wires routed
through the vehicle to appropriate connections or motors. The controller
should NOT be mounted in the trunk area or under the cover being lifted for
emergency service access. It is also recommended that remote manual
up/down buttons be installed in case of emergency.
The preset buttons require an oval hole to be cut for mounting, keeping in
mind the buttons can be mounted horizontal or vertical. Drill two ½” holes 1.8”
apart on center, then cut from hole to hole.
1/2" Hole
Cut dotted lines
Once the hole is cut insert the button panel from the front. From the back,
slide the two L-clamps over the studs and secure with the supplied lock washers
and nuts.

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Safety Disable (SWITCH 1)
The safety disable feature will only allow the system to operate when the
key is off. For proper operation the yellow wire should be connected to a keyed
+12 V source, or ignition terminal.
Turn switch 1 ON to enable safety feature
Turn switch 1 OFF to disable safety feature
NOTE: This safety feature will only permit the preset buttons, and remote
ground activated preset lines to work when the vehicle is off. Manual up and
down will still work since they require two buttons to be pressed and held along
with the external manual up and down wires.
Auto Move Feature (SWITCH 2)
The auto move feature will automatically open or close the linear actuators
when the key is turned ON or OFF. This feature can be used to automatically
open the trunk/cover when ever the vehicle is parked.
To enable the auto move feature turn switch 2 ON
To disable the auto move feature turn switch 2 OFF
NOTE: When enabled the linear actuators will move to preset height 1 when
the key is turned ON, and to preset height 2 when the key is turned OFF
Auto Reverse Feature (SWITCH 3 and 4)
The auto reverse feature uses current sensing circuitry to shut the motors
off and reverses them if an over current condition is detected. The system only
senses current when the linear actuators are closing, or sensing something is
blocking the trunk/cover.
To enable the auto reverse feature switch 4 ON
To disable the auto reverse feature switch 4 OFF
Auto reverse high sensitivity turn switch 3 ON
Auto reverse low sensitivity turn switch 3 OFF
NOTE: If the system keeps reversing when closing turn the sensitivity down,
(switch 3 OFF); if the system is still having problems closing, the auto reverse
may not be suitable for the application and you will need to shut switch 4 OFF to
disable the auto reverse feature.
Preset Buttons (Preset heights and Manual Up/Down):
There are three buttons that represent a preset height. The drawing
below shows the button numbers, button 1 is furthest from the wires that connect
the buttons to the controller. To move the motors down press and hold buttons 1
and 2 at the same time, the motors will begin moving down until the buttons are
released. Holding button 2 and 3 at the same time will move both motors up as
long as the buttons are held.
PRESET BUTTONS
3
12
Cable to
Controller

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Saving and Setting Presets
Each button on the button panel represents a preset height. The three
user programmable heights can be changed or set as many times as desired.
Follow the steps below to set the heights.
Use Manual up and Manual down to move the motors to get to the desired
height (buttons 1 & 2 or 2 & 3).
Once at the desired height, press and hold the button that you wish to
save the current height for about 5 seconds.
The other buttons will flash indicating that the position has been saved
Release buttons and repeat the above steps for the remaining buttons
NOTE: To move to a preset push and release a button. The motors will move
automatically to the preset height for that button. If any button is pressed while
moving to a preset height the motors will stop at the current height.
Optional Presets and Remote Manual Up/Down
The five optional remote wires coming from the controller can be used to
activate the linear motors via remote system, such as a Dakota Digital
Commander Series. The option preset wires: pink, brown, and purple represent
preset heights 1, 2, and 3 respectively. To activate a move to position the wire
needs to be momentarily grounded; this is how most outputs of remote systems
work. Check your remote system owner’s manual to insure that the outputs are
grounding.
The Manual up (white/red) and Manual down (white/black) can also be
tied to a remote system to move the linear actuators up or down. The wires are
also ground activated as long as they are grounded; connecting them to a
momentary ground will only move the motors a short distance. The Manual
up/down wires can also be connected to a momentary push button switch.
Hooking one side of a push button switch to the momentary up/down wire of the
PAC-3100 and the other side to ground will allow the linear actuators to move as
long as the push button is held. This can be use as an emergency open feature
by mounting a push button switch outside the vehicle and connecting it to the
Manual up (white/red) wire. See figure below for wiring push buttons.
WHITE w/ RED
WHITE w/ BLACK
Manual Up
Manual Down
To Controller
Momentary Push
Button Switches
To Controller
Ground to
Chassis

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Problem Possible cause Solution
Linear actuators will Red wire does not have power Check power connection
not move The safety disable is on Check ACC power connection
check switch 1
Fuse is blown Replace fuse
Motors are disconnected Check wiring between controller
and the linear actuators
Unit is damaged Return for repair
Linear actuator only Auto reverse is enabled Turn switch 4 OFF
moves a short distance Sensitivity is to high Turn switch 3 OFF
then reverses or stops
Motor pot wires are disconnected Check the 4 pin connector and motor
or damaged wires for damage
Preset buttons will not work Safety disable is on Check switch 1 and ACC, yellow, wire
Buttons are not connected Check connection between controller
and the preset buttons
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