ETC Foundation HD User manual

ETC Setup Guide
Foundation® Rigging Controller
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Introduction
The Foundation HD and Foundation Desk rigging controllers provides you with ability to control your
rigging system. The Foundation HD is mounted on the wall and is meant as a stationary control center,
whereas the Foundation Desk provides a portable station that you can use to move around your facility.
You can connect the Foundation Desk to any of the Foundation Power Supply stations that you have
installed, giving you flexibility to control all the motors in your system from multiple connection points.
This document will provide you with a physical specification of your controller along with basic instructions
on how to power up the controller and access the Help system on the controller.
FoundationHDcontroller
FoundationDeskcontroller

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Responsible Use of Rigging Equipment
The operation of ETC Rigging™ equipment requires responsible use and specific training. Only authorized,
trained personnel should operate rigging hoists and their associated control stations. Unauthorized use,
alteration, or use for situations other than those for which it was designed may cause damage to the
equipment, other property damage, or injury to persons, potentially of a severe nature. All safety
precautions must be observed and adhered to at all times.
Read and obey the following warning statements to ensure safe and consistent use of your ETC Rigging
system.
WARNING:
Only properly trained and authorized persons should operate ETC Rigging
systems. Operation by untrained persons may result in damage to the system,
other property damage, serious injury, or death.
WARNING:
When operating an ETC Prodigy Hoist, the user must have an unobstructed view
of the entire line set and its attached load. If the user’s view is obstructed, a
second person (spotter) MUST be used to assist the operator at all times. The
spotter must have an unobstructed view of all moving components and be able
to maintain clear communication with the operator at all times.
If a problem arises while a hoist is moving (such as a mechanical issue or
interference from other objects) stop movement immediately by releasing the
move button or using the Emergency Stop button. If a spotter sees a problem
while a hoist is moving, the spotter must signal the user to stop movement
immediately.
WARNING:
ETC Prodigy hoists must only be used to move a maximum load equal to or less
than the capacity of your specific hoist. Overloading the hoist may result in
damage to the system, other property damage, serious injury, or death.
WARNING:
ETC Prodigy hoists and Foundation control equipment should not be operated by
a user until installation and configuration have been completed by an ETC
trained and approved technician. Only ETC trained and approved technicians are
authorized to operate equipment during the installation and configuration
process.
WARNING:
ETC Prodigy hoists and Foundation control equipment are designed for the
raising and lowering of theatrical equipment within the approved hoist capacity
only. This equipment is not designed to lift or automate personnel and such use
is strictly prohibited.
WARNING:
Disconnect power before servicing this equipment.

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Working Load Limit (WLL)
The Working Load Limit (WLL) of any hoist is the maximum capacity that a user may apply to a hoist or hoist
system.
All Prodigy hoists have a Working Load Limit. This is identified on the product label on the back of the hoist
and on the batten label. This limit is not the same for all hoists, so be sure to check the WLL for all hoists
in your system. Prodigy WLLs include a design-safety factor.
Additional Considerations for Use
• Do not exceed point load, Uniform Distributed Load (UDL), or Working Load Limit (WLL) for any line
set. See label on batten for POINT, UDL, and WLL.
• Point, distributed, and working load limits may be different for each hoist.
• Do not suspend persons from a hoist or any of its components.
• Do not ride on a batten.
• Do not operate equipment if unusual noises are heard coming from it.
• Do not operate equipment if unusual smells are coming from it.
• In the event of an Emergency Stop (E-stop) do not restart the equipment until the cause of the E-stop
is identified and resolved.
• Never lock or jam the operating buttons in the depressed (“on”) position. These hold down buttons
must be manned by a competent person at all times.
• Use the remote control pendant when the view of the load is obscured from this operator position
or have someone observe the load while it is moving.
• The operator must never leave the controller when a hoist is in motion.
• Log out of Foundation when a competent or qualified person is not present.
• Disconnect or lock out power to a Prodigy Powerhead or Foundation controller before servicing the
interior of the systems.
• Keep moisture away from Prodigy Powerhead and Foundation controllers.
• Always inspect and test Prodigy hoisting system and Foundation controls before each use.
• Perform regular inspection and maintenance per the instruction manual.
• The system must be inspected annually by a qualified ETC Rigging inspector.
WARNING:
NEVER exceed the Working Load Limit for any hoist.

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Section I - Overview
Physical Specifications
The following diagrams identify the different physical features of the Foundation controllers.
Foundation HD
LCD touch
screen
Power button
Go buttons
USB port
Joystick
E-stop button
Deadman switch
USB port
Light and motion
sensors

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Foundation Desk
Power button
USB port
Emergency stop
Go buttons
Joystick
LCD touch screen
Light and motion
sensors
Power and control
cable connection
USB ports
Display port Cable strain relief
Deadman switch

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Section II - Powering Up the Controller
If you have an installed Foundation HD controller, you can turn it on by pressing the Power button on the
left side of the controller. The LCD screen will illuminate and Foundation will run its system diagnostics.
If you have a Foundation Desk controller, set it on the desk from which you intend to use it, which should
be within 50 feet of the Foundation Power Supply station that you will be using.
1: Plug one end of the umbilical cable into the power cable connection port in the back of your
Foundation Desk controller and the other end into the connection port on the bottom of the
Foundation Power Supply station. For more information, refer to the
Foundation Umbilical Cable
Installation Guide
.
2: Push the power button found on the top right corner of the controller. The LCD screen will illuminate
and Foundation will run its system diagnostics.
Section III - Login
1: Press the Login button.
2: Select your authorized user account.
3: Enter your four-digit access code on the pin pad and press “OK”.
You now have access to the features of your user level.
Note:
User levels and codes are set by the system administrator. See your Foundation system
administrator to obtain the proper user level or code.
Login
button

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Section IV - Access Help
Help system files are included in the system software, ensuring they always match the software version.
Once you are logged in you will have access to the help system.
To access the Foundation help system:
1: Press the Menu button (ETC logo) found in the lower left corner of the LCD screen.
2: Choose [Help] from the pop-up menu. When the system has loaded you’ll see the following
Welcome screen.
From this welcome screen you will be able to search the files using the table of contents, index, or search
function.
Helpful System References:
• For a quick breakdown of how to start moving linesets, visit the “Quick Start” chapter.
• To learn more about the user interface, visit the “User Interface” chapter.
• To become more familiar with the manual movement screen, visit the “Manual Movement” chapter.