HETRONIC RX-HL Series User manual

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
RX-HL SERIES RECEIVER
INST_BB_001.0
November 2007

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Notations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Practices and Laws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Required Operator Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Possible Sources of Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Protective Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
To Stop In An Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Your Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Production and System Numbers . . . . . . . . . . 2
Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Before Operating Your System . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
About Your Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Description and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
General Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
RX 14-HL Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Mounting Your Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installing Your Output Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting Your Electrical Wiring . . . . . . . . . 6
Attaching Your Wiring Harness . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Installing Your External Antenna (Optional) . . 8
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Standard Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Forms and Additional Information . . . . . . . . . 11
Installation and Safety Data Sheet . . . . . . . . 11
Machine Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
AWG Metric Conversions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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SAFETY
SAFETY ALERTS
The safety alert symbol is used in decals on the unit
and with proper operation procedures in this
manual.
Understand the safety message. It contains
important information about personal safety on or
near the unit.
NOTATIONS
NOTE: General reference information for proper
operation and maintenance practices.
IMPORTANT: Specific procedures or information
required to prevent damage to unit or
attachment.
PRACTICES AND LAWS
Practice usual and customary safe working
precautions for the benefit of yourself and others.
Be alert to unsafe conditions and the possibility of
minor, moderate, or serious injury or death. Learn
applicable rules and laws in your area.
REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING
Original purchaser of this unit was instructed by the
seller on safe and proper operation. If unit is to be
used by someone other than original purchaser;
loaned, rented or sold, ALWAYS provide this
manual and any needed safety training before
operation.
ALWAYS read and understand the documentation
for any machine to be controlled by radio remote
control.
POSSIBLE SOURCES OF DANGER
This device is part of a system that makes remote
control via radio signals possible. However, the
transmission of control commands can take place
around obstacles and out of the operator’s direct
sight. Take the following precautions to prevent
accidental start-up and possible injury or damage:
1. Switch "OFF" the transmitter when it is not in
use. If equipped, remove the key if the unit is
placed any distance away from the operator.
2. Disconnect the power supply from the receiver
before any assembly, maintenance or repair
work is done.
IMPORTANT: AVOID SYSTEM DAMAGE -
ALWAYS disconnect receiver power
supply and control wiring before
welding on any part of the machine
3. Never remove or alter any of the safety
features.
4. ALWAYS confirm that the machine and radio
remote control Stop functions work properly
BEFORE beginning any machine operation.
PROTECTIVE FEATURES
This system is equipped with electronic and
mechanical safety features. Control signals from
other transmitters cannot be processed because
transmission coding is unique to each system
TOSTOP INANEMERGENCY
1. Press the red STOP pushbutton.
2. If equipped, turn the key to "OFF".
3. Wait for all moving machine parts to stop.
4. Refer to machine’s operator manual for further
instructions.
MAINTENANCE
Always shut off power to the machine, transmitter
and receiver before any assembly, maintenance or
repair.
DANGER:IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL
RESULT in death or serious injury.
WARNING: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, COULD
RESULT in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS
SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY RESULT
in minor or moderate injury. It may also be
used to alert against unsafe practices.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Hetronic radio remote
control system. Hetronic radio remote controls
provide outstanding remote control value, quality,
performance and safety.
YOUR MANUALS
Before operation of your machine and radio remote
control system, read and understand the manuals
for all of your system components.
PRODUCTION AND SYSTEM NUMBERS
Before contacting your dealer or Hetronic about
service, repair or replacement parts, note the
equipment Production and System numbers. These
numbers are located on the label affixed to the unit.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use only Hetronic replacement parts. Use of other
replacement parts may adversely affect the
performance, durability, and safety of this system
and may void the warranty.
Hetronic disclaims liability for any claims or
damages, whether warranty, property damage,
personal injury or death arising out of the use of
unauthorized replacement parts.
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SYSTEM
Confirm that installation of all your system
components has been properly completed.
ALWAYS confirm that the machine and radio
remote control Stop functions work properly.
Understand all Safety Precautions provided in the
manuals and review control functions and operation
of the machine and this radio remote control
system.
Confirm that surge suppressors are used when the
receiver is controlling magnetic contactors.
When not in use, turn the transmitter off and store in
a safe place to prevent unauthorized use.
If the machine does not respond properly,
immediately stop operation. Turn off the transmitter
and report the condition to your supervisor.
Turn off the transmitter and remove the key (if so
equipped) before any maintenance work is done.
Always have fresh batteries on hand or an optional
rechargeable battery pack in the battery charger to
ensure the availability of a fully charged battery.
Installation, setup and service must be performed by
authorized and qualified personnel only.
Figure 1: Unit Label Areas and Meanings
Type: Channel:
Production-No.:
System-No.:
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1. Specific approvals, such
as BTZ, FCC, CE, etc.
2. Type of transmitter or receiver.
3. Frequency and RF unit.
4. Eleven-digit Production Number.
Unit Label Areas and Meanings
00000000000
00000000000
5. Eleven-digit System Number.

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ABOUT YOUR RECEIVER
DESCRIPTION AND FEATURES
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The RX 14-HL is an expandable receiver baseboard
that has been designed to work in conjunction with a
variety of transmitters. See your transmitter
documentation for detailed transmitter information.
Optional expansion boards may be installed within
the receiver housing.
For more information regarding expansion boards
contact Hetronic or your dealer.
Figure 1: Receiver Housing, Baseboard and Optional Expansion Boards
Receiver
Housing
RX 14-HL Baseboard
Optional Expansion Boards
RS-232
Port
Status
Lights

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION (CONTINUED)
The RX 14-HL is contained within a IP65-rated
housing that provides reliable protection from
routine cleaning and the elements.
Four LED status lights located on the right side of
the housing provide the operator with important
operating status information.
Power for the receiver baseboard can be supplied in
2 ways: 1) using AC power (120 to 240 Vac) or 48
Vac with a separate input, 2) using DC power with
inputs ranging from 8 to 30 Vdc.
The receiver baseboard features 4 optically isolated
signal inputs and the following 3 outputs:12 SPST
relays, 2 SPDT power relays, and 1 Serial
Peripheral Interface (SPI) to connect various
expansion boards.
RX 14-HL FEATURES
• 1 E-Stop output
• 4 optically isolated signal inputs (8-30Vdc or
48-240Vac)
• 14 hardwired digital outputs
• Expansion of up to 16 additional digital
outputs
• Expansion of up to 4 additional proportional
outputs
• RS-232 interface for back up cable control
and programming
• 12-24Vdc supply power for DC applications
• AC supply (120 to 240 Vac) or 48 Vac with
separate input
• Built-in Hetronic 70 pin quick disconnect
connector
• External antenna
Table 1: Status Lights
Light Condition
Not Lit Steadily Lit Blinking
Operation No Power -- Power Detected
Signal Not Receiving -- Receiving Correct Telegram
Error No Error -- Error Detected
Normal Not Receiving Receiving --
Operation
Signal
Error
Normal

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MOUNTING YOUR RECEIVER
1. Determine the receiver location, keeping in
mind the following conditions:
• The receiver will be accessible and
protected from violently thrown materials.
• The status lights will be visible to the
operator.
• The mounting area will accommodate 4
mounting holes in the required pattern.
• There will be enough room for the antenna
and connector plugs or housings.
NOTE: If the receiver will be mounted inside of a
control panel or other enclosure, see
“Installing Your External Antenna (Optional)”
on page 7.
2. Drill 4 mounting holes. See “Drill Pattern and
Hardware” for illustration.
3. Attach the receiver housing to the desired
mounting surface.
Figure 1: Receiver Dimensions
4. Screw on the antenna provided with the
receiver (by the nut). Do not overtighten.
NOTE: For best reception, position the antenna
straight up and confirm that the surrounding
area is free of obstructions, especially metal.
Figure 2: Drill Pattern and Hardware
Signal
Error
Normal
Operation
107.0 mm
(4.21 in)
161.0 mm
(6.34 in)
Keep area free
of obstructions
Position Antenna
Straight up
4.57”
116mm
Drill 4 Mounting Holes
Hole Size: 9/32” (7mm)
Bolt Size: 1/4” (6mm)
9.13”
232mm

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INSTALLING YOUR OUTPUT WIRING
Output wiring must be properly connected for your
specific requirements. Make all connections with
good quality contacts or solder joints to ensure
proper electrical contact.
Detailed receiver wiring information is supplied with
the documentation inside the front cover of your
receiver.
Supply voltage and ground wiring must be
connected to reliable connecting circuitry.
Power supply wiring must be at least AWG 12 for
DC applications (to prevent power drop). For metric
equivalent wire and cable sizes, see “AWG Metric
Conversions” on page 12.
CONNECTING YOUR ELECTRICAL WIRING
Connect all remaining wires according to the wiring
diagram of the machine and the radio remote
control.
ATTACHING YOUR WIRING HARNESS
Plug your wiring harness into the receiver and into
the corresponding machine controls.
CAUTION: Assign a qualified technician to
connect the wiring.
Improper wiring connections may cause
serious component damage and void the
warranty.
WARNING: Do not use a chassis ground or
equipment damage will result. Connect the
ground wire to the vehicle battery negative
post.
Assign a qualified technician to calculate the
current and voltage drop, and determine the
proper cable size for your application.
WARNING: Induced voltage spikes can
cause erratic controls performance.
Make sure output control signals for any
proportional control valves are routed
separately from wiring that could produce
transient voltage interference.
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COMPONENTS
Figure 1: RX 14-HL Components
Table 1: RX 14-HL Components
1 70 Pin Connector (X1) 10 Antenna Port (used with transceiver only)
2 Cable Control/Programming Port (X2) 11 Expansion Board Platform Ground
3 Fuse (6.3AL 250 V) 12 Radio Frequency Module
4 Stops (SPST relays) 13 Scan Stop
5 Expansion Board Port (SPI) 14 External Radio Frequency Module Port (X5)
6 RS232 Port 15 Status Lights (LEDs) Diagnostic
7 Voltage Supply Port 16 Mounting Screw Recesses (Threaded)
8 Address Module 2 17 Output Relays (K1-14) with LEDs
9 Address Module 1 18 Expansion Boards
Yellow
Grn
Red
F1
F2
F3
X1
X3 X4 X5
X6
X7
X8
P1
ADMO1
ADMO2
Signal
Error
Normal
Operation
W1
K2 K3 K4 K5 K6 K7 K8 K9
K10 K11 K12 K13
K1
K14
Emergency
Stop
Emergency
Stop
Yellow
Grn
Red
X1
X3 X4
ADMO1
ADMO2
8
1
2
4
5
6
7
9
10
11 12
13
15
16
17
3
X5
X6
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ACCESSORIES
INSTALLING YOUR EXTERNAL ANTENNA
(OPTIONAL)
There are numerous configurations of external
antennas. The following procedure explains how to
install the external antenna commonly used with this
receiver.
If you need further information, please contact your
supervisor for next steps.
1. Unscrew the existing antenna (by the nut) from
the receiver housing.
Figure 1: Existing Antenna
NOTE: See the following Antenna Extension
Diagram for illustration.
2. Screw the antenna (1) to the antenna
extension (4). Do not overtighten.
3. Screw the receiver connection (5) to the
antenna base (6). Do not overtighten.
Figure 2: Antenna Extension Diagram
4. Insert the mounting screws through the
mounting screw holes (3).
5. Secure the Antenna Wall Mount Holder (2) to
the desired mounting surface.
CAUTION: Choose the correct antenna
length for your application.
Do not cut, splice, alter or coil your antenna
or reception may be adversely affected.
CAUTION: Unscrew antennas by the nut or
equipment damage will result.
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Unscrew by
the nut
Table 1: Antenna Extension
1 Existing Antenna
2 Antenna Wall Mount Holder
3 Mounting Screw Holes
4 Antenna Extension
5 Receiver Connection
6 Antenna Base
WARNING: Do not route the antenna cable
with power or control wiring. Intermittent
signal loss will result.
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1
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SPECIFICATIONS
The specifications apply to all configurations using
the RX 14-HL baseboard unless otherwise noted. Weight and output specifications vary per standard configuration.
Table 1: Technical Specifications for All RX 14-HL Baseboard Configurations
Housing Material PA + 30% Glass Fill
Environmental
Protection IP 65 (Exceeds Nema 12/13)
Dimensions
Length: 9.7 in., 246 mm
Height: 11.7 in., 298 mm
Depth: 4.5 in., 115 mm
Note: These dimensions include the vibration mounts, antenna and sure seal
connector.
Antenna External
LED Diagnostics Power/operation, TX signal reception, E-stop error, TX signal type
Inputs 4 On/Off isolated inputs at 12-24 Vdc. Inputs are fully programmable.
Frequency Range 419 MHz, 429 MHz, 434 MHz, 447 MHz, 458 MHz, 480 MHz, 868 MHz
RF Unit Type CS synthesized with multiple frequencies
Typical Operating
Range Up to 300 ft., (100 m)
Safety Address 20-bit (over 999,999 individual possibilities)
Address Module (ADMO)
Safety Active and passive Stop function
Parity & Checksum
Temperature
Range -11 to +158 degrees F (-25 to +70 degrees C)
Humidity Range 0 - 97% maximum non-condensing
Response Time Less than 100 msec.
Baud Rate Up to 9600 baud (selectable via H-Link)
Standard Features Fully programmable via Pocket PC with H-Link modem Built-in quick disconnect connector
Vibration mounts
Standard Options MFSHL-232 serial link for H-Link programming

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STANDARD CONFIGURATIONS
Standard
Configurations Weight Functionality Includes the RX 14-HL baseboard
and the following expansion boards
Inputs Outputs REL-8 GDAW-K6 PROP4-K4 REL-8
Extension
RX 14-HL
(Baseboard) 1.7 kg (3.8 lbs) 4 Digital 14 Digital -- -- -- --
RX 14-PT-HL 1.8 kg
(4.0 lbs) 4 Digital 20 Digital 1 Prop. X
RX 14-PROP-HL 1.8 kg
(4.0 lbs) 4 Digital. 18 Digital 4 Prop. X
RX 22-HL 1.8 kg
(4.0 lbs) 4 Digital 22 Digital X
RX 30-HL 1.9 kg
(4.2 lbs) 4 Digital 30 Digital X X
RX 26-PROP-HL 1.9 kg
(4.2 lbs) 4 Digital 26 Digital 4 Prop. XX
RX 28-PT-HL 1.9 kg
(4.2 lbs) 4 Digital 28 Digital 1 Prop. XX

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FORMS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
INSTALLATION AND SAFETY DATA SHEET
This form must be completed and signed by the
person responsible for installation of this radio
remote control system.
Hetronic assumes no responsibility for the correct
installation of the radio remote control system.
The equipment operator must ensure that the radio
remote control system and the machine operate
correctly together.
The operator must also ensure that all safety
devices and features are in place and operating
correctly.
The operator is responsible for understanding and
following all safety precautions in this and other
applicable documentation.
MACHINE DATA
Manufacturer
Model Number
Serial Number
Year of Production
Radio Remote Control
Data
Manufacturer Hetronic
Model
System/Transmitter
Type
Transmitter Production
Number
Receiver Production
Number
System Number
I/We installed the radio remote control system, performed the safety test and inspected the machine. The
appropriate instructions and rules of this machine type are followed.
Place
Date
Company
Name of Installation
Technician
Signature

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AWG METRIC CONVERSIONS
GLOSSARY
AWG Metric Equivalents
mm sq. Cable Size mm
sq.
20 0.52 0.75
18 0.82 1.0
16 1.32 1.5
14 2.1 2.5
12 3.3 4
10 5.32 6
88.5 10
Acoustic signal A buzzer or other sound intended to be heard as an alert
Analog signal Proportional - stepless or infinite control
Belly box A transmitter that is secured to the front of the operator’s body by a belt, strap or
breastplate/harness.
Coder Converts parallel signals into a serial data message
Decoder Coverts a serial data message into parallel signals
Digital signal On/off control
Latching control The function activates when the control is pushed and released. The function stays
on until the control is pushed and released again.
Mainline contactor The primary power supply contactor to the machine controls.
Maintained control The function activates when the control is placed in the ON position. The function
stops when the control is placed in the OFF position.
Momentary control The function activates when the control is placed in the ON position. The control must be held in place to stay ON. When the control is released, it returns to the
OFF position and the function is stopped.
Proportional control A multi-speed function control that goes faster as the control is pressed further.

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ABBREVIATIONS
A/D Analog to digital conversion MOV Metal Oxide Varistor type of surge
suppressor
AK Analog channel (German: Analog
Kanal) mW Milliwatt
AMP Ampere NiCd Nickel Cadmium
AWG American Wire Gauge NiMh Nickel Metal Hydrite
BPS Bits Per Second PLC Programmable Logic Controller
CPU Central Processing Unit PLL Phased Locked Loop
DPST Double Pole Single Throw PTO Press to operate
DPDT Double Pole Double Throw PWM Pulse Width Modulation
DK Digital channel (German: Digital Kanal) R/C Resistor/Capacitor type of surge
suppressor
EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility RF Radio Frequency
EMI Electromagnetic Immunity RMS Root Mean Squared
EEPROM Electrically Erasable Programmable
Read-Only Memory Rx Receiver
EPROM Erasable Programmable Read-Only
Memory RxD Receiving data
FM Frequency Modulation SMD Surface Mount Device
GND Ground SMT Surface Mount Technology
HF High Frequency SPST Single Pole Single Throw
KHz Kilohertz SPDT Single Pole Double Throw
LED Light Emitting Diode TTL Transistor Logic
LTO Lift to operate Tx Transmitter
mAh Milliampere hours TxD Transmitting data
mA Milliampere Ub Operating power
msec Millisecond VAC Volts Alternating Current
MHz Megahertz VDC Volts Direct Current

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Technical information subject to change without notice.
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