FAAC E124 User manual

E124 Quick
Start Guide

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Installation Sequence ........................................................................................................................................................ 2
Key Components of E124 Board ....................................................................................................................................... 3
Description of Key Components ................................................................................................................................... 3
Electrical Connections ................................................................................................................................................... 3
Connection of Traditional Photocells ............................................................................................................................ 3
Connection of FAAC BUS 2Easy Photocells ................................................................................................................... 4
Connection of FAAC BUS 2easy Safecoders and S800 Encoders .................................................................................. 4
Verification of BUS 2easy Connections on J10 Terminal .............................................................................................. 5
E124 Control Board Programming .................................................................................................................................... 5
Basic Programming and Time Learning (Setup) ............................................................................................................ 5
Advanced Programming useful functions ..................................................................................................................... 9
Signalling Errors and Alarms ........................................................................................................................................... 10
Programming Remote Controls using the XF Receiver and OmniDec ............................................................................ 11
Programming a new remote control to a new E124 System ...................................................................................... 11
Programming a new remote control from a working master remote control ........................................................... 11
Tutorial Videos available for programming remote controls ..................................................................................... 11
Please ensure that the correct cabling has been installed prior to commissioning of the system, as incorrect
cabling can prevent the unit from operating correctly immediately or after installation.
BUS-2EASY ENCODER and PHOTOCELLS Cable Specification: 2 core 0.5mm2 Multi-Strand Shielded Cable with the
Sheath connected to the Earth at one end. Please do not share BUS-2EASY devices with other DC Voltage devices
as it leads to electrical noise causing interference with the digital data on BUS-2EASY.
Motor Cable Specification: Minimum 2 core 2.5mm2 Multi-Strand Cable for a recommended distance of 10mtrs,
further distances are possible but will require thicker cable.
These instructions are to be considered as a rapid guide for installation and to confirm the correct handing and
polarity of the motors. They can also be used to confirm the operating logics before additional safety devices are
fitted to the system as specified by the Risk Assessment undertaken by the installer. The installer should still
familiarise themselves with the full manual and the safety information contained within. (available at
https://www.faac.co.uk/accessories-and-control-boards/control-boards/for-swing-gates/e124-control-board)

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Installation Sequence
1. Perform a Risk Assessment for the system and resolve by design as many risks as possible
2. Secure the housing
3. Mount the motors as detailed in their relevant instructions
4. Use suitable cabling for the motors (motors should be 2.5mm2 per core minimum) and
accessories (BUS devices must be wired using a minimum 2 core, 0.5mm multi-stranded
screened cable (the screen MUST be attached to the Earth Terminal)
5. Wire the electronic control board as per Page 3 for the motors and wire the mains into the
switching power supply located under the main board, following the L/N/E polarity on the
plug
6. Power up the E124 Board (please note that the board will take 5-10 seconds to boot-up)
7. Verify the status of the LED’s and Display are as per Page 3
8. Depending on the installation, verify that the LED’s on the encoders correspond to those
described on Page 4
9. Wire in an OP-A trigger as per Page 3, alternatively program a remote control as shown on
Page 11.
10. Familiarise yourself with how to program the E124 control board as per Page 5
11. Begin Basic Programming of the E124 on Page 5
a. Check Rotation of the motors by using Function “n1” and “n2” for motor 1 and 2
respectively as shown on Page 7
b. If using encoders, “EN” must be set to “y” and “bu” function should be followed as
shown on Page 7
c. Verify that the Gates are in the closed position as detailed on Page 8
d. Run Time Learning – “tL” function and follow procedure as detailed on Page 8
12. Provide an opening command to verify that the system works correctly
13. Adjust Operating Logic according to the customer requirement
14. Connect Safety Devices to the system as deemed required by the Risk Assessment carried
out previously
a. Wireless Safety Edges can be connected via the BUS 2easy connection if using the
FAAC XTR and XTS Wireless Receiver system, the “bu” function must also be re-
addressed as shown on Page 7
b. If not using the FAAC XTR and XTS System, we would recommend that the
EasyBoard software be used and that IN4 and IN5 should be set to Safety Edge Input
as desired, this will ensure that the board responds as fast as possible
c. Traditional Photocells can be wired and configured as per Page 3
d. FAAC BUS 2easy Photocells can be wired and configured as per Page 4, the “bu”
function must also be re-addressed as shown on Page 7
e. XGuard Laser Curtains would be configured as Traditional Photocells in 14.c
15. Connect any additional activation commands as per Page 3
16. If using either Safety Edges or Inherent Obstacle Detection as part of the Risk Assessment,
there are useful Functions that can be modified to assist in attaining compliance on Page 9
17. If using XGuard Laser Curtains please test these in accordance with BS EN 12445/12453
18. Hand over all relevant documentation to the end customer as required by the Technical File
and the Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008

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Key Components of E124 Board
Description of Key Components
LCD SIGNALS AND PROGRAMMING DISPLAY DL8 “FCA2” STATUS LED -LIMIT SWITCH OPEN – IF GATE CLOSED ON
SW4 “+” PROGRAMMING BUTTON DL9 “FCC2” STATUS LED -LIMIT SWITCH CLOSED – IF GATE CLOSED OFF
SW5 “-” PROGRAMMING BUTTON DL12 LED FOR BUS-2EASY DEVICE ACTIVE
SW6 “F” PROGRAMMING BUTTON DL13 LED FOR BUS-2EASY DIAGNOSTICS
SW7 “RESET SW” SOFTWARE RESET BUTTON DL14 LED SIGNALING PRIMARY POWER ON
DL1 “IN1” STATUS LED – DEFAULT OPEN A - NORMAL STATE OFF DL19 LED FOR WHEN “SW7” IS PRESSED
DL2 “IN2” STATUS LED – DEFAULT OPEN B - NORMAL STATE OFF DL20 LED SIGNALLING “ALARM”
DL3 “IN3” STATUS LED – DEFAULT STOP - NORMAL STATE ON J3 CONNECTOR FOR CONNECTION OF BUS-2EASY DEVICES
DL4 “IN4” STATUS LED – DEFAULT FSW OP - NORMAL STATE ON J4 CONNECTOR FOR TERMINAL BOARD INPUTS
DL5 “IN5” STATUS LED – DEFAULT FSW CL - NORMAL STATE ON J5 CONNECTOR FOR OUTPUT 2 (OUT2)
DL6 “FCA1” STATUS LED -LIMIT SWITCH OPEN – IF GATE CLOSED ON J6 CONNECTOR FOR TRAVEL LIMITS
DL7 “FCC2” STATUS LED -LIMIT SWITCH CLOSED – IF GATE CLOSED OFF
Electrical Connections
Connection of Traditional Photocells
The E124 Control Board allows for the use of traditional photocells (n/c with relay). Below is a layout drawing showing the
basic positions normally covered. The wiring diagram is for Fail-Safe enabled photocells. In order to comply with the standards,
all devices used for safety should either have a circuit monitored by the control board or be self-monitoring. FAAC Control
boards are able to perform the monitoring by the use of a Fail-Safe function, whereby the test negative is momentarily dropped
(please note that this may not be compatible with non-FAAC equipment). This function is enabled by entering Advanced
Programming (detailed below) and setting function o1 to 01.
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Connection of FAAC BUS 2Easy Photocells
Connection of FAAC BUS 2easy Safecoders and S800 Encoders
The E124 Control Board also allows for the use of FAAC BUS 2easy photocells which allow for simpler cabling, a reduced power
consumption, and Failsafe checking of each device independently. The Failsafe checking being performed by our proprietary
FAAC BUS 2easy communication protocol also assist the installer by removing the need for separate cabling for a monitoring
circuit. (Please note that FAAC BUS photocells are only compatible with FAAC Control Boards and those using the BUS Terminal
or using the BUS Relay Interface Board).
J3
The E124 Control Board also allows for the use of FAAC BUS 2easy Safecoders and the S800/S450 Encoders (required for
operation these operators). This allows for the control board to have positional accuracy and allows for the possibility of
inherent obstacle detection (Force Testing with the use a calibrated instrument to BS EN 12445/12453 norms (such as the
Microtronics Blueforce Tester, available from FAAC UK) will be required to confirm suitability but please note that additional
devices maybe required such as Safety Edges).
J3
J3

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Verification of BUS 2easy Connections on J10 Terminal
E124 Control Board Programming
Basic Programming and Time Learning (Setup)
The function is
displayed only while
the button is pressed
For simple programming of the motor type and logic only Basic Programming is required as below. The first parameter that
MUST be set is the “CF”. This will then allow correct configuration to proceed. Please note that until SETUP as been completed
the display will show a flashing “50”, which is SETUP requested.
The J3 Terminal on the E124 Control Board has two diagnostic LED’s (DL15 – Red and DL14 – Green). These LED’s assist in
ensuring that any devices connected on the FAAC BUS 2easy network are installed correctly.
Programming is split over two levels:
 Basic Programming
 Advanced Programming

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Please note that for the majority of systems the default power and speed settings will be sufficient to allow the first setup.
These values will generally require further adjustments if force limitation is being used as part of the safety systems and a
new setup should be run after the power settings are changed.

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The below in the figure is what should be seen as an example for a double gate that is using encoders.

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The above is the Status references is what will be seen under normal operation, even if the alarm LED is illuminated. To
identify the error the signalling Errors and Alarms procedure should be followed.

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Advanced Programming useful functions
The following shows the typical wiring of a Maglock using either OUT 1 or OUT 2 with a relay and separate power supply, which
are configurable as per below in Advance Programming.
The following parameters from Advanced Programming may also need to be changed if the SETUP continues to fail.

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Signalling Errors and Alarms

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Programming Remote Controls using the XF Receiver and OmniDec
Programming a new remote control to a new E124 System
Programming a new remote control from a working master remote control
Tutorial Videos available for programming remote controls
FAAC UK have created tutorial videos to assist the installer in the programming of remote controls. Please use the link below
to navigate straight to our “YouTube” Channel or use your preferred web browser and navigate to “youTube.com” and search
for “FAAC UK” and select our channel and look for the videos required.
https://www.youtube.com/user/FAACUK