GALAXIS SHOWTECHNIK PYROTEC User manual

User Manual
Galaxis Showtechnik
PYROTEC
PFM Advanced
USB Wireless Modem
Firmware 2.6C4n
Revision date: December 8
th
2017
Batch No.: EUPFM100100, USPFM100100

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Table of contents Page
1.
Illustration
PFM Advance
d
4
2.
Description of indicators and control elements
5
3.
Driver Installation
5
4.
Selection of
the radio channel
5
5. Programming of the devices
6
6.
Troubleshoot
ing
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7
.
Technical d
ata
7
8.
CE marking of the EU version
8
9.
Address of the manufacturer and contact details for requesting
an EU
declaration of conformity 8

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2. Description of indicators and control elements
1 Info LED Shows the current information of the device.
After connecting to a PC, the LED flashes in white color
(lamp test) for a short time. After this the LED lights green.
Permanent green light means, that the Modem is ready to
use. Blue means receiving protocols, red means
transmitting of protocols. During High-Speed-Programming
the LED switches fast between green and red.
2 Connector 'Antenna' To connect the provided antenna.
3 Connection 'USB' To connect the provided USB cable and to provide cable
connection to the PC.
3. Driver Installation
To successfully install the drivers of the PFM Advanced Wireless Modem, please follow the
instructions of the PDF file, which is on your Desktop after successful installation of the PYROTEC
Composer software.
4. Selection of the radio channel
During the driver installation, the PFM Advanced Wireless Modem will be set to radio channel 60
(applicable for both versions USA/Canada and EU). To change the radio channel, click in the
Composer 'Extras', 'Options' and navigate to 'PFM Advanced'. Now you can choose if you want to use
the EU or US version as well as the radio channel. You have to choose the same radio channel as set
in your devices.
European Version (and also various other countries):
There are 70 different frequencies available between 433.0500 MHz and 434.7750 MHz in steps of 25
kHz. Normally you should use the frequency that has been assigned by the manufacturer and only
switch to another channel if the selected frequency is occupied.
The frequency 433.9250 MHz (radio channel 35) and the two neighboring channels should not be
used. This is a heavily used standard frequency and radio interferences are likely to occur.
In the countries Azerbaijan, Georgia and Russia the European harmonization standards have not
been completely implemented so far. If you have an application in these countries, please ask the
manufacturer or the appropriate authorities in the specific countries if a license exempt usage is
possible or if you can apply for a license or if the usage is prohibited.
Other regulations may apply in non-European countries. Please ask the manufacturer if you need
more information about the usage of frequencies. Most non-European countries allow the frequencies
used by us. For customers in the USA and Canada we provide devices with a different frequency
band. Please see 'Version for USA/Canada'.
Version for USA/Canada:
There are 360 different frequencies available between 458.0000 MHz and 462.4875 MHz with a
channel spacing of 12.5 kHz.

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You need to choose a frequency which allows nationwide use and which is exempt from any duties.
More information can be obtained from frequency coordinators, the authority who is in charge of
frequency allocation or the manufacturer. Even if the duty-free and nationwide usage of specific
frequencies is possible, you have to register as user at the FCC before operating the devices. Upon
your request we will provide the contact details of a competent frequency coordinator who will support
you in this process.
Alternatively you can apply for a license. In that case you will get a frequency assigned by a frequency
coordinator. The disadvantage of a license is that the usage of the assigned frequency is only allowed
in a certain region. You are allowed to use this frequency in a specific radius only. Every usage
outside of this radius demands an additional license, except you are using a nationwide frequency
(see above).
Attention: It is not allowed to operate two or more systems which are only differing in the programmed
RF channel in relative proximity (within radio range). In this case there is no safety in regard to
unintended firings. To safely operate two or more systems in relative proximity in addition either
different system IDs need to be assigned by the manufacturer or different system IDs need to be
assigned by the user.
5. Programming of the devices
To program your devices after finishing the script, click in the Composer "PFM Advanced" and "PFE
Advanced and G-Flame - Remote Access". You can either program the devices separately via
Normal- or High-Speed-Programming, or via batch programming with Normal- or High-Speed-
Programming. For the batch programming simply mark the devices you would like to program and
choose the relevant option. In the Log-List on the right side, you will be informed about the current
steps of the programming.
Note: More information about remote programming can be found in the manual of the PYROTEC
Composer.
6. Troubleshooting
If you encounter problems during programming or remote access, e. g. the message box 'Error during
programming', close the access tab in the Composer and disconnect the PFM Advanced from your
computer by simply unplugging the cable connection. Wait a few seconds and reconnect the PFM
Advanced. Now you can access the PFM Advanced again. If this does not work, close again all
access tabs in the Composer and the Composer itself and all other programs and restart your
computer.
If the error appears again or the connection becomes disrupted frequently, you need to check if the
driver is successfully installed. An incorrectly installed driver or driver conflicts lead to problems and
the function of the PFM Advanced can be impaired.
Note: To check if the driver is successfully installed, open the hardware manager and search for PFM
Advanced. You will see two drivers, one under 'USB' and the other under 'COM-Port'. Both are
correctly installed if no yellow exclamation mark is being displayed next to the device name. The entry
'PFM Advanced' under 'COM Port' should be deactivated to avoid access problems.
Note: If the error remains after checking the drivers and a potential reinstalling of the drivers, close all
running applications and restart your computer. This maintains that the previous installations become
effective.

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7. Technical data
General data:
Radio parameters
EU version Frequency Band: 433.05 - 434.79 MHz Maximum radio-frequency power transmitted: <=10 mW
Channel Spacing: 25 kHz
Number of radio channels: 70 (433.050 - 434.775 MHz)
Modulation: FM narrow band
Frequency Shift: +/- 3 kHz
Duty Cycle: <10%
Radio equipment class according to 2014/53/EU (RED): 1
Radio equipment type: non-specific short range device,
transmitter and receiver (Transceiver)
Receiver Category according to ETSI EN 300 220 V3.1.1:
demanded by the application: 3 (lowest performance level)
fulfilled by the device: 1.5 (second-best performance level)
Receiver Principle: Double superheterodyne
Receiver Sensitivity: -119 dBm @ 12 dB SINAD
Wave Length: 70 cm
Standard antenna included in delivery:
Center Frequency: 434 MHz
Radiation Pattern: omnidirectional
Radiator Length: Lambda/4, not coiled
Antenna Gain: 0.00 dBd, 2.15 dBi
Radio parameters
US version Frequency Range: 458 - 462.5 MHz License: FCC Part 90, FCC-ID: V9X-LMD400R
Maximum radio-frequency power transmitted: <10 mW
Channel Spacing: 12.5 kHz
Number of radio channels: 360 (458.0000 - 462.5000 MHz)
Modulation: FM narrow band
Frequency Shift: +/- 3 kHz
Receiver Principle: Double superheterodyne
Receiver Sensitivity: -119 dBm @ 12 dB SINAD
Wave Length: 65 cm
Standard antenna included in delivery:
Center Frequency: 460 MHz
Radiation Pattern: omnidirectional
Radiator Length: Lambda/4, not coiled
Antenna Gain: 0.00 dBd, 2.15 dBi
Protocol parameters half-duplex, PCM with Manchestercoding, Checksum: 40 Bit
CRC, data rate approx. 2,500 bps
Temperature range Transport und storage: -30 to +70°C
Operation: -20 to +65°C
The maximum temperature difference between devices must not
exceed 60 K in order to enable unimpaired radio communication.
Humidity 10 - 90% rH, no condensation
Protection class III
Dimensions (L x W x H) and weight, each without antenna:
102-54-42 mm; 114 g
Power supply:
5.0 VDC via USB Port of a PC

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Supplied accessories, included in delivery:
1 Standard antenna
1 USB cable
1 User manual
8. CE marking of the EU version
The EU version of this device is marked with the CE logo:
9. Address of the manufacturer and contact details for requesting
an EU declaration of conformity
Galaxis Showtechnik GmbH
Lohgerberstr. 2
84524 Neuötting
Germany
Tel.: +49 / 8671 / 73411
Fax: +49 / 8671 / 73513
Homepage: www.galaxis-showtechnik.de
E-Mail: [e-mail]
Please use these contact details if you want to request an EU declaration of conformity.