Dynamic DX-REM34 User manual

No. 60025, Issue 5. January 1999
TM
DX Dolphin Remote
(DX-Rem34)
Installation Manual
Order/Part Number for this Manual : GBK60025 issue 5
Important Notes
1. Read this Manual carefully before installing or operating your DX control system.
2. Due to continuous product improvement Dynamic reserves the right to update this Manual.
This Manual supersedes all previous issues which must not continue to be used.
3. Any attempt to gain access to or in any way abuse the electronic components and
associated assemblies that make up the wheelchair control system renders the
Manufacturer’s Warranty void and the Manufacturer free from liability.

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Contents
1Introduction .................................................1
2Related Documentation .......................................2
3Features ....................................................3
4Specifications ...............................................5
Electrical ................................................5
Mechanical ..............................................5
Environmental ............................................6
5Operation ...................................................7
On/Off and Key Lock system ................................7
Arming/Disarming the locking system .....................7
Using the system without the lock ........................7
Joystick OONAPU ........................................7
Drive Program Selection and Display ..........................8
Profile Selection .....................................8
Drive Program Display ................................8
Drive Inhibit Display ..................................8
Remote Status Display ................................8
System Status LED ...................................8
Lighting Control ..........................................9
Actuator Control ..........................................9
Battery Gauge Display ....................................10
6Installation and Testing ......................................11
Attention: If replacing existing Power Wheelchair Controller ........11
Compatibility with Power Wheelchairs ........................11
DX Dolphin Mounting .....................................12
DX Dolphin Connection with the DX System ...................13
Testing ................................................14
Powering Up Method ................................14
Power Up Response .................................14
DX Dolphin Check Sequence ..........................14
7Batteries and Charging ......................................15
Battery Type ............................................15
Battery Charging .........................................15
Battery Gauge ...........................................16
Battery Saver ............................................16

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Battery Condition Warnings ................................17
Battery High warning condition .........................17
Battery Low warning condition .........................17
Low Capacity warning condition ........................18
8Programming ...............................................19
Introduction .............................................19
Default Programs .........................................19
Auto Download ..........................................20
Programming Tools .......................................21
Dynamic Wizard ....................................21
HHP .............................................22
Wizard High Volume Programming ...........................22
Example ..........................................22
DX Dolphin Wizard Programming ............................24
Drive Program Parameters .............................24
Keypad and Speed Pot Parameters ......................28
Joystick Parameters ..................................30
Actuator Parameters .................................32
Lighting Parameters ..................................36
DX Dolphin HHP Programming .............................37
Initial Operation ....................................37
Test Driving and Saving Changes .......................38
To View / Adjust Drive Programs .......................38
To Adjust Joystick Source .............................39
Reverse Joystick - Forward / Reverse ....................39
To Enable Technician Mode ...........................40
Joystick Calibration ..................................40
Combined Lighting Actuator Module (CLAM) Enable .......41
Lighting Module (LM) Enable ..........................42
9Diagnostics and Fault Finding ................................43
Flash Code .............................................43
Limp Mode .............................................47
Wizard Diagnostics .......................................48
To View Diagnostics .................................48
Status Report ............................................48
To View Status Report ...............................48
Chair Log ..............................................49
To View Chair Log ..................................49
10 Product Disclaimer ..........................................52
11 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) ..........................53

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12 Maintenance ...............................................54
13 Safety and Misuse Warnings ..................................55
14 Warranty ...................................................57
15 Sales and Service Information ................................58
16 Appendix A : Abbreviations ..................................59
17 Appendix B : Change Record .................................61
18 Anhang C : Deutschsprachige Warnhinweise ...................62

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1 Introduction 1
ToBattery
Charger
ToHHP
orWizard
DX-TAM
DX-LMActuator
LeftIndicatorLights
RightIndicatorLights
SideLights
Optional DXBUS Optional DXBUS
Example
DXModuleExample DXModule
DXDolphin
(DX-REM34)
DXPower
Module
24V
Wheelchair
Battery
DXBUS
1 Introduction
The DX Dolphin Remote is a DX compatible remote supplied by Dynamic
Controls Ltd. As well as driving, this DX Remote has switches for selecting
up to five actuators, which can then be operated under joystick control. A
batterygauge,sidelights,indicatorlights,hazardlights,magnetickeyandhorn
are also supported. Up to five individual Drive Programs or profiles are
available, and the currently selected program is displayed.
This DX Remote has two standard DXBUS connectors so that it may be
connected to the DX System.
The DX Dolphin Remote and the associated DX Power Module are fully
programmable to cater for a wide range of chair types and user needs. Correct
installationandprogrammingareessentialtoensureoptimumperformanceand
safety.
This manual and others listed below must be read and understood. For more
information contact Dynamic Controls Ltd or an agent as listed in section14.
Example DX System

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Related Documentation 2
2
2 Related Documentation
ADX based wheelchair control system may comprise between two and
sixteen DX compatible modules depending on the application. Each DX
compatible module has its own Installation Manual which describes the
installation requirements of that particular module.
This Manual describes installation of the DX Dolphin Remote only and must
therefore be read in conjunction with the :
!DX Power Module (PMB) Installation Manual
!DX Hand Held Programmer (HHP) Manual
!Dynamic Wizard Installation Sheet / Online Help
!Installation Manuals for all other DX Modules to be used in your
application.

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3 Features 3
3 Features
Joystick Normally used for controlling wheelchair speed and
direction. Can also be used for actuator control
when any of the 5 actuators have been selected.
On/off switch / Toggles the entire DX control system between the
On and Off modes.
System Status LED The System Status LED indicates the On/Off status
of the system. It also flashes to indicate system
faults. (Refer to Diagnostics section 9 for Fault
Codes details.)
Remote Status LED The Remote Status LED indicates the status of the
Dolphin as an individual DX Module. If it is
flashing, there is a fault within the Dolphin.
Battery gauge Battery charge level is indicated by a set of ten
LEDs. These are arranged in an arc from left to right
as three red, four orange, and three green.
Actuator select A separate switch for each set of seat raise/lower,
switches(x5) seat tilt, back tilt, left leg rest and right leg rest, each
with its own LED indicator. Once selected, actuator
operation is activated using the joystick.
Drive Program A switch is used to cycle through and select one of
select switch the five Drive Programs.
Drive Program Aseven segment display for showing the currently
Display selected Drive program.
Lighting controls Separate push switches for the control of lights,
indicators, and hazard, each with its own LED.
Horn switch Activates horn while pressed if system power is on.
Magnetickeylock Magnetic key may be used to "lock" the DX System
to prevent unauthorised use (see later details).

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Features 3
4
Programming socket A standard HHP / Wizard socket.
HHP / Wizard socket
Standard DXBUS For connecting the DX Remote, with a DXBUS
Connection (x2) cable for connection to other DX compatible
modules.
Battery charger Standard 3 pin XLR type battery charger socket.
socket
Fully functional keypad

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4 Specifications 5
Keypad
Joystick Horngrill
Covered
chargersocket
Programmersocket
TwoDXBUS
connectors
182mm
85mm
147mm
4 Specifications
Electrical
Compatible with standard DXBUS
Operating voltage range 18V - 32 V d.c.
Charger rating 12 A RMS continuous, limited by
DXBUS rating.
Quiescent Current <1mA Off, typically 100mA On
Mechanical
Weight: 0.59 Kg
Mounting: As per Installation section 6, Mounting
Case material: Injection moulded plastic, Noryl N90 flame
retardant

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Specifications 4
6
Environmental
Parameter Min Max Units
Operating ambient temperature range -25 50 °C
Storage temperature range -25 70 °C
Operating and storage humidity 0 90 %RH
Environmental Rating IP54
RFI Emissions CISPR 11, Class B.
ESD ISO7176 part 21
Durability ISO7176 part 14 (pending).
Vibration Specification BS2011: part 2Fd and BS7527: section 3.5,
class 5M3.
Complies with environmental standard : prEN12184.