IMET M550 User manual

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RADIO REMOTE CONTROL
M550
User’s Manual
No part of this manual may be reproduced in any way without written authorization from IMET. This manual is subject to change
with no further notice. Every possible care has been taken in compiling and verifying the contents of this manual; however, IMET
declines any responsibility deriving from using the manual or from any errors or omissions in the information contained herein.
Furthermore, IMET cannot be held responsible for damages or problems deriving from using non-original accessories or spare
parts. The same applies to any person or company involved in the realization of this manual.
M550 ALL1-EN.doc 3nd edition- 04 July 2012
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CONTENTS
CONTENTS............................................................................................................................................................2
INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................................4
1. IDENTIFICATION DATA.........................................................................................................................5
1.1. DOCUMENTATION...........................................................................................................................................6
2. CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL............................................................................................7
3. CAUTION....................................................................................................................................................7
3.1. RISK ANALYSIS................................................................................................................................................7
3.2. APPLICATIONS................................................................................................................................................7
4. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE..............................................................................................................8
4.1. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE TO BE CARRIED OUT BY OPERATOR..............................................................................8
4.2. MAINTENANCE AND INTERNAL CHECKS............................................................................................................8
5. INSTALLING THE RADIO REMOTE CONTROL .................................................................................9
5.1. RECEIVING UNIT DIMENSIONS AND DRILLING DIAGRAM ....................................................................................9
5.2. CONNECTING THE RECEIVER.........................................................................................................................11
5.2.1. INSTALLING THE EXTERNAL ANTENNA ............................................................................................................11
5.2.2. STOP (E-STOP) .........................................................................................................................................12
5.2.3. SAFETY STOP (S-STOP)..............................................................................................................................12
5.3. BASIC FUNCTIONS.........................................................................................................................................13
5.4. CONNECTION DIAGRAMS OF HRECEIVERS.....................................................................................................13
5.4.1. HRECEIVER WITH ANALOG OUTPUT CARD AND DATA FEEDBACK CARD............................................................14
5.4.2. POWER SUPPLY CONNECTIONS OF H-DC AND H-AC RECEIVERS ....................................................................15
5.4.3. ANALOG COMMAND CARD.............................................................................................................................16
5.4.4. LOGIC BOARD...............................................................................................................................................17
5.4.5. DATA FEEDBACK CARD .................................................................................................................................17
5.4.6. RELAY CONTROL CARDS ................................................................................................................................18
5.4.7. POTENTIOMETER CARD.................................................................................................................................18
5.5. CONNECTION DIAGRAMS FOR LAND KRECEIVERS .........................................................................................19
5.5.1. L-AC VERSION ............................................................................................................................................19
5.5.2. L-DC VERSION.............................................................................................................................................20
5.5.3. KVERSION ...................................................................................................................................................21
5.5.4. RELAY CONTROL CARDS FOR LAND KRECEIVERS...........................................................................................22
5.5.5. OTHER CONTROL CARDS FOR L-DC AND K-DC RECEIVERS............................................................................23
5.6. SERIAL DATA TRANSMISSION..........................................................................................................................24
5.6.1. USER SERIAL (RS232)...................................................................................................................................24
5.6.2. SERIAL CONNECTION CABLE..........................................................................................................................24
5.7. CONNECTION DIAGRAMS FOR M-AC RECEIVERS ............................................................................................25
5.7.1. M-AC RECEIVER ..........................................................................................................................................25
5.7.2. COMMON CONNECTIONS ON M-AC TRANSCEIVERS ........................................................................................26
5.7.3. M-AC TRANSCEIVERS:DATA ACQUISITION CONNECTIONS...............................................................................27
6. USING THE RADIO REMOTE CONTROL...........................................................................................28
6.1. SAFETY RULES..............................................................................................................................................28
6.2. POWERING AND STARTING THE RADIO REMOTE CONTROL ...............................................................................28
6.3. STOP..........................................................................................................................................................28
6.4. TURNING OFF THE REMOTE CONTROL............................................................................................................28
6.5. AUTO POWER-OFF........................................................................................................................................28
6.6. MEANING OF LEDS......................................................................................................................................29
6.7. TRANSMITTING UNIT POWER SUPPLY..............................................................................................................30
6.7.1. BATTERY STATE OF CHARGE ..........................................................................................................................30
6.7.2. CHANGING AND CHARGING THE BATTERY ......................................................................................................30
6.8. DIP-SWITCH PROGRAMMABLE OUTPUT CONFIGURATIONS...............................................................................31
7. RADIO REMOTE CONTROL OPTIONS ...............................................................................................32

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7.1. MTRS AND MTRS EASY OPTION...................................................................................................................32
7.1.1. TRANSMITTER..............................................................................................................................................32
7.1.1.1. DEFINITION OF COMBINATION.................................................................................................................32
7.1.1.2. SELECTING THE DESIRED COMBINATION ..................................................................................................32
7.1.1.3. LOCK PROCEDURE..................................................................................................................................32
7.1.1.4. RADIO REMOTE CONTROL START-UP ........................................................................................................33
7.1.1.5. UNLOCK PROCEDURE ..........................................................................................................................33
7.1.1.6. FREQUENCY CHANGE..............................................................................................................................33
7.1.2. RECEIVER ....................................................................................................................................................33
7.1.3. ANOMALIES..................................................................................................................................................34
7.2. DSC OPTION ...............................................................................................................................................34
7.3. IREADY OPTION ..........................................................................................................................................35
7.3.1. WARNINGS ...................................................................................................................................................35
7.3.2. TRANSMITTER...............................................................................................................................................35
7.3.3. RECEIVER ....................................................................................................................................................35
7.3.4. OPERATION .................................................................................................................................................36
7.3.5. TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS ......................................................................................................................37
8. CHANGING THE OPERATING FREQUENCY....................................................................................38
8.1. BEFORE CHANGING FREQUENCY ...................................................................................................................38
8.2. CHANGING FREQUENCY................................................................................................................................38
8.3. AVAILABLE FREQUENCIES .............................................................................................................................39
9. TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................40
9.1. MALFUNCTIONS IN THE TRANSMITTER’S STOP CIRCUIT .................................................................................41
9.2. PASSIVE EMERGENCY....................................................................................................................................41
9.3. TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE ...............................................................................................................................41
10. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................................................................42
10.1. WAVE TRANSMITTER....................................................................................................................................43
10.2. THOR AND ZEUS TRANSMITTERS .................................................................................................................43
10.3. S1, S2 AND G4 TRANSMITTERS ......................................................................................................................43
10.4. M8 TRANSMITTER .........................................................................................................................................43
10.5. HRECEIVERS................................................................................................................................................44
10.6. LRECEIVER..................................................................................................................................................45
10.7. KRECEIVER..................................................................................................................................................46
10.8. M-AC RECEIVERS.........................................................................................................................................47
10.9. CB5000-AC, CB5000-DC BATTERY CHARGERS FOR WAVE TRANSMITTERS...................................................49
10.10. CB3600-AC, CB3600-DC BATTERY CHARGER FOR THOR AND ZEUS TRANSMITTERS ...................................49
10.11. CB6000-AC, CB6000-DC BATTERY CHARGER FOR S1, S2 AND G4 TRANSMITTERS ........................................50
11. RADIO REMOTE CONTROL SPARE PARTS LIST.............................................................................51
12. DISPOSAL ................................................................................................................................................52
ANNEXES ............................................................................................................................................................52
ANNEX A
ANNEX B
ANNEX C
ANNEX DFOR K-DC RECEIVERS ..............................................................................................................................52
OTHER ANNEXES......................................................................................................................................................52
13. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 0470 ..........................................................................................53

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INTRODUCTION
The M550 family is the result of IMET’s many years’ experience in the production of radio remote
controls. IMET radio remote controls are advanced instruments designed and built using state-of-the-
art technology.
IMET M550 radio remote controls are available in a large number of versions for any application. They
are easy to install and they become an integral part of any machine that can be operated by remote
control.
IMET radio remote controls come in many
versions: simple units with single transmission
and digital controls (ON/OFF), or more complex
units with digital/analog controls, CAN-bus and
dual transmission (data-feedback option).
The practical, ergonomic control panel lets you
manage all machine functions and perform the
most difficult operations from a safe position.
The units are easily identified by the ID code
printed on the nameplate affixed to every unit.
The meaning of the ID codes is shown in the
tables on pages 5 and 6.
The casings are made of shockproof plastic to
guarantee complete functionality even in the
toughest operation conditions.
M550 portable transmitters are equipped with a
removable, rechargeable sealed battery,
ensuring continuous operation over long work
shifts even in extreme environmental conditions.
The frequency synthesis radio section (PLL) lets
you change the frequency of the transmission
channel directly on the control panel.
Continuous, encoded radio transmission is used:
the receivers are designed to recognize control
signals coming from transmitters having the
same ID code. Signals coming from other
transmitters are ignored. . In the presence of
interference, bad reception or interruption of the
radio signal, the receiver automatically puts itself
in stop status, that involves opening the E-STOP
circuit (clause 9.2.7.3 EN 60204-32).
Every radio remote control is designed and built in conformity with the European Directives and with
the relevant standards and can be used to set up a wireless control station complying with the strictest
safety requirements.

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1. Identification data
RECEIVING UNIT ID
M550
H
Cable clamp output
I
Recessed multipolar plug
output
L
Cable + plug output
M
ACK RTS
STROBE
RXD
ERROR
TXD
747372717069686766656463626160595857565554535251
ADOUT 8 ADOUT 7 ADOUT 6 ADOUT 5 GND OUTVREF D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 +VIN GND AIN1 AIN2 AIN3 AIN4 +5V
LB534
ANT
LB304
LB306
DATA ERROR CH. A EMERGENCYCH.A POWERSUPPLY EMERGENCYCH.B DATA ERROR CH. B WORKING
B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8
C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 RFBUSY
LB422
75 76 7778 79
LN
13- 24V
T1.25A L250V
T5A L250VT5AL250V
LB309
13- 24 VSupplyDC
RadioModel M550D- UHF ISMBand
TRX Unit Mod. M550 D MAC
Serialno.
Power
SupplyAC 13- 24V 50/60Hz
1,2A20VA
LB305 0470
Unwired output
Single transmission S
Dual transmission D
Integrated circuit
board L
Modular circuit board H
DIN rail M
BUS receiver K
Version
External antenna
OL and K
H
M
Internal antenna
I L and K
H
Whip antenna
SL-AC only
Project reference number nnnn
Alternating current power supply AC
Direct current power supply DC
A24V AC power supply
B48V AC power supply
C55V AC power supply
D110V AC power supply
E230V AC power supply
F Power supply selectable from A to E
G18-28V AC power supply
N12-28V DC/AC power supply

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1.1. Documentation
All IMET radio remote controls are accompanied by the following documents:
•User’s Manual (the annexes are an integral part of the manual)
•Warranty Certificate
If any documents are missing, please contact IMET and provide the unit’s serial number.
TRANSMITTING UNIT ID
M550
Single transmission S
Dual transmission D
Transmission exclusively
by way of cable F
nnnn Project reference number
Pushbutton transmitter with 12
buttons + Start/Stop WAVE L12
Pushbutton transmitter with 10
buttons + Start/Stop WAVE L10
Pushbutton transmitter with 8
buttons + Start/Stop WAVE S8
Pushbutton transmitter with 6
buttons + Start/Stop WAVE S6
Pushbutton transmitter with 4
buttons + Start/Stop WAVE S4
Transmitter in THOR casing with
buttons, toggle switches and
potentiometers
THOR NJ
Transmitter in THOR casing with
single axis joysticks THOR M#
Transmitter in THOR casing with
single axis and dual axis joysticks THOR X#
Transmitter on THOR casing with
dual axis joysticks THOR B#
Transmitter in ZEUS casing with
buttons, toggle switches and
potentiometers
ZEUS NJ
Transmitter in ZEUS casing with
single axis joysticks ZEUS M#
Transmitter in ZEUS casing with
single axis and dual axis joysticks ZEUS X#
Transmitter in ZEUS casing with
dual axis joysticks ZEUS B#
Transmitter on DIN rail powered
from power panel M8
Transmitter on S casing with toggle
switches and buttons S1
Transmitter in S casing with
selectors, buttons and
potentiometers
S2
Transmitter in G casing, compact
version G4S
Transmitter in G casing, standard
version G4L
# = 1 to 8 joysticks, depending on
the type of joystick and casing

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2. CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL
Warning: This symbol indicates instructions to be strictly followed for the radio remote control to
work properly.
Danger: This symbol indicates important information on avoiding dangerous situations when using
the radio remote control.
Note: This symbols indicates useful suggestions for the proper use of the radio remote control.
3. CAUTION
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING THE RADIO REMOTE
CONTROL! FAILURE TO APPLY ANY OF THE PROCEDURES DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL
MAY LEAD TO INJURIES TO PERSONS OR DAMAGES TO PROPERTY.
NO PART OF THE RADIO REMOTE CONTROL SHOULD BE USED AS A SPARE PART FOR
OTHER RADIO REMOTE CONTROLS.
Follow the local laws on safety and workplace accident prevention. All the regulations on using radio
remote controls for industrial machinery MUST BE OBSERVED AT ALL TIMES.
IMET accepts no responsibility for the unlawful use of the radio remote control.
3.1. Risk analysis
It is necessary to evaluate the risks, in order to establish the safety and health safeguard requisites
concerning the machine with radio remote control use. A risk analysis must be carried out when
deciding whether an application can be radio controlled. It should be carried out by qualified
personnel, who assume all the relevant responsibilities.
IMET accepts no responsibility for failure to carry out a proper risk analysis.
A possible loss of communication between the transmitter and receiver, caused by disturbances or
electromagnetic interferences, has to automatically block the radio command (clause 9.2.7.3 EN
60204-32). This implies a new procedure of starting the machine, so this blockage should be
considered a foreseen condition
3.2. Applications
The most common radio remote control applications regard lifting or carrying apparatus such as tower
cranes, bridge cranes, truck cranes and concrete pumps. Other applications are possible provided the
following conditions are observed.
Do not use the radio remote control in environmental and electrical conditions other than those
specified in Chap. 9. Do not use the radio remote control in environments that are required to be
explosion-proof. The radio remote control should be installed by qualified personnel following the local
regulations.
Keep this manual and the warranty certificate (filled out in every part) in a safe place.

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4. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Before performing any maintenance operation, turn off the power to both the receiving unit
and the machine and remove the battery from the transmitter.
•Do not expose to heat sources
•Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight
•Do not wash with water under pressure or dip the device in water
•Avoid contact with oil or solvents
•If the device has been opened for any reason, make sure all the seals and gaskets are in place
when closing
To keep you radio remote control in good working order, regularly clean it using a brush and a damp
cloth. Do not use alcohol or solvents: they might damage the components and the casing.
4.1. Routine maintenance to be carried out by operator
Periodically clean the outside of the receiving and transmitting units. Dirt deposits can hinder the
functioning of buttons, toggle switches and manipulators.
Apply special care to the STOP button, keeping it clean and making sure it works with no difficulty.
Remove any traces of oxidation from the battery contacts.
Check the casing and the components for cracks or apparent damages.
All rubber parts, buttons, seals and gaskets should show no sign of tearing.
Damaged components should be immediately replaced to prevent humidity or dirt from penetrating
and jeopardizing the safe operation of the radio remote control.
4.2. Maintenance and internal checks
After every year of use we recommend carrying out a general inspection on the radio remote control
(to be performed by qualified personnel).
Open the housings of the transmitting and receiving units and make sure:
•that the gaskets are in order
•that the cable clamps are efficient
•that the connection terminal screws and the connector couplings are tight
•that the electronic boards are securely fastened
•that the fastening screws of all components are tight
Although IP65 units are hermetically sealed, dust and humidity may accumulate over time when
working in particular conditions. Carefully remove any foreign matter.
When closing the transmitting unit, apply special care to the casing’s sealing, in order to prevent the
infiltration of humidity.
Power on the device, being careful not to touch any live parts in the receiving unit, and perform the
following tests:
•Check the functioning of all the controls.
•Verify that the STOP circuit intervened correctly. By pressing the STOP button, during operation,
relay contacts A and B, of the E-STOP circuit must be opened
•Any broken parts must be replaced with original spare parts, in order to keep the characteristics of
the radio remote control unchanged. See list of parts that can be replaced in Chapter 11

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5. INSTALLING THE RADIO REMOTE CONTROL
We recommend following the instructions below to set up a properly operating radio remote control
system.
The radio remote control should be installed by qualified personnel only.
Install the receiving unit,or its antenna, in case of versions with an external antenna, in the line
of sight of the transmitting unit, with
no electromagnetic shielding. To
improve the operating range if the
antenna is integrated, do not install
the unit on metal surfaces, if
possible.
Do not bypass the machine’s safety
systems; follow the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Do not install the receiving unit too high
above the ground (10÷20 metres). At
these heights the unit may receive local
radio signals that can disturb
transceiving operations.
To prevent water infiltrations, install the receiving unit vertically,
with the cable clamps and any connections at the bottom, as
shown in the figure.
In case of strong mechanical vibrations, place a rubber shock-absorber between the machine and the
receiver. (dampers).
M-AC receivers and M8 transmitters must be fastened to DIN rails inside a cabinet provided with a
locked door preventing unauthorized access.
5.1. Receiving unit dimensions and drilling diagram
IP65
LBL550R1
Imax=0.9A 20VA
Supply
Class Protection
Power
Radio Model
Serial no.
24/48/55/110/230V 50/60Hz
M550S - UHF ISM Band
RX Unit Mod. M550S HAC
Passive Emergency ch. B
Passive Emergency ch. A
Working
Data Error ch. A
Power Supply
RF Busy
Data Error ch. B
217
147
220 290
131
S
T
O
P
T
E
S
E
R
S
E
R
T
E
R
E
S
E
T
P
O
T
S
RF
ANTENNA ANTENNA
RF
S
T
O
P
T
E
S
E
R
E
T
R
E
S
R
E
S
E
T
P
O
T
S
RECOMMENDED
1 Non-attenuating obstacle
2 Partially attenuating
obstacle
3 Shielding obstacle
H version

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Prima di eseguire qualsiasi tipo di lavoro,togliere
la tensione e leggere il manuale di istruzione.
Avant d'effectuer n'importe quel type de travail,
couper la courant et lire le notice pour l'usager.
Before carrying-out any type of work, turn-off
the voltage and read the user's manual.
Bevor irgendwelche Arbeit ausgefuehrt wird,
Spannung unterbrechen und
Bedienungsanleitungen lesen.
Working
RF Busy Power Supply
Imax=0.9A 20VA
50/60Hz
IP65
M550S - UHF ISM Band
Data Error ch. A Data Error ch. B
Supply
Power
Serial no.
24/48-55/110/230V
Radio Model
Class Protection
RX Unit Mod. M550S LAC
Passive Emergency ch. B Passive Emergency ch. A
162
153
64
The dimensions correspond to 14 mod. DIN.
182
120
ACK
RTS
STROBE
RXD
ERROR
TXD
747372717069686766656463626160595857565554535251
AD OUT 8 AD OUT 7 AD OUT 6 AD OUT 5 GND OUT VREF D0 D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 +VIN GND AIN1 AIN2 AIN3 AIN4 +5V
LB534
ANT
LB304
LB306
DATA ERROR CH. A EMERGENCY CH. A POWER SUPPLY EMERGENCY CH. B DATA ERROR CH. B WORKING
B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 A8
C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 RF BUSY
LB422
75 76 77 78 79
LN
13 - 24V
T 1.25A L250V
T 5A L250VT 5A L250V
LB309
13 - 24VSupply DC
Radio Model M550D - UHF ISM Band
TRX Unit Mod. M550D MAC
Serial no.
Power
Supply AC 13 - 24V 50/60Hz
1,2A 20VA
LB305 0470
L and K versions