Mighty Mule FM130 User manual

Installation Manual
Wireless Vehicle Sensor

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Table of Contents
Kit Contents......................................................3
How it Works .....................................................4
1. Program DIP Switch Settings................................................5
2. Determine Location for Sensor and Transmitter Module ...........................6
3. Install Sensor and Transmitter Module.........................................7
Learning an FM130 to an MM371, MM372, MM571 or MM572 Automatic Gate Opener. ...8
Learning an FM130 to an MM271 or MM272 Automatic Gate Opener ..................8
Instructions for Installing the Optional RB709U-NB Receiver ..............9
5. Test the System ..........................................................10
Troubleshooting Guide .............................................11
FCC Warning ....................................................12
Limited One Year Warranty .........................................12

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Kit Includes:
A. Transmitter Module
B. Sensor
C. Mounting Post (3 pieces)
D. 2 “AA” Batteries (Note: lithium-alkaline batteries are required for extreme cold climates.)
E. Receiver (RB709U-NB)
A
CD
B
E
Kit Contents

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How it Works
The electromagnetic sensor detects vehicles in motion and automatically activates your gate. This “hands
free” device allows friends, family and delivery personnel to exit your property without the need of an Entry
Transmitter, or you, to operate the gate.
When a VEHICLE SENSOR is in use, the automatic gate opener could
be activated by a child on a bicycle, tricycle or other metal play
equipment. DO NOT ALLOW UNATTENDED CHILDREN OR PETS
NEAR YOUR AUTOMATED GATE AT ANY TIME.

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1. Program DIP Switch Settings
(This step is only for systems that are not code-safe capable.)
Step 1: Verify that your Entry Transmitter operates the gate opener.
Step 2: Remove the cover (A) from your gate opener Entry Transmitter (B). Remove the cover (C) from the Transmitter
Module (D).
Step 3: You will change the DIP Switch settings on the Transmitter Module to match those of your Entry Transmitter.
Do not change the DIP switches on the Entry Transmitter.
For Single Button Entry Transmitters, set the 9 DIP Switch settings on the Transmitter Module to match the 9 DIP Switch
settings of the Entry Transmitter.
For Dual Button Entry Transmitters, set the rst 8 DIP Switch settings on the Transmitter Module to match the 8 DIP
Switch settings of the Entry Transmitter. The 9th DIP Switch setting (Transmitter Module) will depend on which button
you use to operate the gate (see illustration above).
WIRELESS VEHICLE SENSOR
TRANSMITTER CODE
TRANSMITTING
MIN MAX
SENSITIVITY
+
o
-
123456789
Sensitivity
Adjustment
DIP Switches
Transmit Indicator
If you use this button
to operate gate, put
the 9th DIP Switch in
the “+” position
If you use this button
to operate gate, put
the 9th DIP Switch
in the “0” position
Dual Button Entry Transmitter
Transmitter Module
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
ECE
A23S 12V
A23S 12V
ALKALINE BATTERY
ALKALINE BATTERY
+
0
–
LED
Transmitter Module
and Cover
MIN MAX
SENSITIVITY TRANSMITTER CODE
TRANSMITTING
12 3 4
CD
Single Button Entry Transmitter and Cover Transmitter Cover and Module
A
B

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2. Determine Location for Sensor and Transmitter Module
NOTE: Install Transmitter Module and Sensor on the same side of the driveway as your automatic gate
opener/receiver.
Placement of SENSOR:
• No more than 2 ft. from edge of driveway.
• Same side of driveway as the gate opener control box.
• At least 25 ft. from leading edge of open gate, roadways, neighboring driveways, etc.
• Parallel to direction of the driveway.
Placement of TRANSMITTER MODULE:
• No more than 100 ft. from gate opener receiver.
• Within “line of sight” of the gate opener receiver.
• Away from lawn sprinklers (Transmitter Module is water resistant, not waterproof).
• Away from the driveway edge so that vehicles are unlikely to hit it.
For Optimum Performance:
• Install the Sensor as far away as possible from power transformers, power lines, underground gas lines and
telephone lines.
• Locate the Sensor away from general moving trafc to prevent unwanted activation (the Sensor detects magnetic
disturbances caused by a vehicle’s mass and velocity).
• It is recommended that you run the Sensor Cable inside PVC conduit to prevent damage.
• Do not run Sensor Cable in conduit with other wires such as AC power or other control wires.
• THE SENSOR CABLE MUST NOT BE SPLICED.
DRIVEWAY
ROADWAY
TRANSMITTER
MODULE
Sensor Range:
12' radius
SENSOR:
up to 2' (max.)
from driveway
25' (min.) from leading
edge of open gate
Sensor Cable
Gate Opener
Receiver
25' (min.)
from neighbor’s
driveway
Transmitter Signal
100' (max.)
Sensor Range distance is approximate and will vary
due to outside interference, vehicle mass, speed, etc.

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Connect Sensor Cable
to Transmitter Module
Leave 2" of slack
in the Sensor Cable
MIN MAX
SENSITIVITY TRANSMITTER CODE
TRANSMITTING
12 3 4
A
B
C
3. Install Sensor and Transmitter Module
IMPORTANT: Clear an area 25 ft. in all directions of metal tools, toys and automobiles that may move to prevent magnetic
disturbance during testing and installation.
Step 1: Dig a hole for the Sensor, 10–12 in. deep and 24 in. long. Be sure the hole is parallel to the direction of the
driveway and not more than 2 ft. away from the driveway.
Step 2: Dig a trench in which to lay the Sensor Cable from this hole to where you want to install the Transmitter Module.
The trench should be at least 6 in. deep to prevent possible wire damage from edgers, lawn aerators, etc.
Step 3: Lay the Sensor in the hole parallel to the driveway and the Sensor Cable in the trench. Do not ll/cover the hole
or trench until the Transmitter Module signal has been tested (page 5). If you don’t use the full length of Sensor Cable,
coil the extra cable beside the Mounting Post.
Step 4: Assemble the Mounting Post using the coupler to connect the two longer pieces.
Step 5: Run the Sensor Cable (B) through the Mounting Post (A) and plug it into the connector at the bottom of the
Transmitter Module (C). Allow 2 inches of slack in the cable to prevent damage to the connector if Transmitter Module is
removed.
Step 6: Attach the Transmitter Module to the Mounting Post. At this point, you can put the Mounting Post in the ground,
but don’t ll the hole until after testing (page 5).
Transmitter Module
approximately 12" above ground.
Leave 2" of wire slack
inside post.
DRIVEWAY
Place Sensor 10-12" deep
and parallel to driveway.
Coil extra wire.
To Gate

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4. Do you have a Mighty Mule MM371, MM372, MM571, MM572,
MM271 or MM272 Automatic Gate Opener?
If so, these openers DO NOT require a receiver. Read the pairing instructions below:
The MM360 and select legacy systems require the RB709U-NB Universal Receiver. See Page 9 for
instructions on how to do so.
Learning an FM130 to an MM371, MM372, MM571 or MM572 Automatic Gate Opener.
1. With the power on for your control box, press and
hold the gate opener's middle, orange S3 button
( ) located on the control board until you hear
a beep, then release it
2. Take a battery out of the green FM130 transmitter
and put it back in. The control board should
beep.
3. Test the FM130 by closing the gate and removing
and replacing a battery in the green FM130
transmitter.
4. Proceed to "Test the System".
NOTE: If you hear three short beeps in succession, the
programming mode has timed out and you will need to
redo Steps 1-3.
To forget the FM130, simply follow steps 1 and 2 above
then test the keypad to verify that it no longer activates
the AGO.
Learning an FM130 to an MM271 or MM272 Automatic Gate Opener
1. Use the On/Off switch on the control box to power the system down.
2. Take the battery out of the green FM130 transmitter and put it back in.
3. While the red light is blinking on the FM130 transmitter, power the system on with the On/Off switch on the
control box
4. After the startup beep, there will be a long silence for about 10 seconds, followed by a continuous beep sound.
5. Test the FM130 by closing the gate and removing and replacing a battery in the green FM130 transmitter.
6. Proceed to “Test the System”
To forget the FM130, simply follow steps 1-5 above then test the sensor to verify that it no longer activates the AGO.
NOTE for MM271: The gate must be in the closed position with the arm extended to delete the FM130. The gate can be
in any position to learn it.
IF THE PROCESS FAILS ON THE MM271 OR MM272: You must use a dip-switch type transmitter (FM134, FM135,
MM3BT, RB741, or RB742) to program the FM130. Simply match the dip-switch patterns between the transmitter and
FM130 then learn the transmitter to the system.
Contact Tech Support for a complimentary dip-switch type transmitter to program the FM130 if you do not have one.
S4
S3
S2
LED1
LED2
LED3

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Instructions for Installing the Optional RB709U-NB Receiver
Step 1: The RB709U-NB will replace the gate opener receiver; disconnect
the gate opener receiver’s RED, BLACK and GREEN wires from the receiver
terminals on the gate opener control board.
Step 2: Mount the RB709U-NB Receiver.
• The Receiver can be mounted up to 10 ft. from the gate opener control
board.
• DO NOT mount the Receiver upside down.
• DO NOT mount on a metal surface (will reduce range).
• Run Receiver cable through PVC conduit to protect it from damage.
• DO NOT run Receiver cable in conduit containing AC wiring.
• Receiver range can vary depending upon weather, topography and external
interference.
Step 3: Connect the RED and BLACK wires from the Receiver to the power
supply (see illustration, page 5).
CAUTION: The “Learn” process may activate the gate. Please use caution when programming the Receiver.
Note: You will have to use a small screwdriver or a pen to depress
the LEARN CH buttons on the receiver.
Step 4: Connect the Receiver’s Channel 1 wires (GREEN and
BLUE) to your control board (see illustration, page 5). Press and
hold the Entry Transmitter button then the Receiver’s LEARN CH
1 button at the same time. The indicator light on the Receiver
should blink once within 1–2 seconds to indicate that the Entry
Transmitter setting is now programmed into the Receiver.
RCVR
GRN
BLK
RED
RCVR
R B G
RECEIVER
BLKGRN RED
Receiver Terminal Blocks
CAUTION: The “Learn” process may activate the gate. Please use
caution when programming the Receiver.
*RB709U-NB Receiver is only required for installations on MM360 systems and
select legacy systems. Please call technical support for details.
Indicator Light
Learn Channel Buttons

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POWER
AUX
OUT
SOLAR
INPUT
18VAC/
RCVR
GRN
BLK
RED
EXIT
SAFETY
EDGE
CYCLE
COMMON
LINK
H L H L
+ –
ON
ALARM ACCESSORY RCVR
SEQ1
SEQ2
LEARN
BLU ORG WHT GRN
R B G
CH 1 (Green Wire to Grn)
CH 1 (Blue Wire to Wht)
CH 2 (Yellow Wire to Blu)
CH 2 (Brown Wire to Grn)
RECEIVER
COM COM
CYCLE CLOSE SAFETY EXIT/ OPEN SHADOW LOOP CLOSE EDGE OPEN EDGE
BLKGRN RED
STALL FORCE
M
I
N
M
A
X
Gate Opener Battery
RED WIRE to POSITIVE
BLACK WIRE to NEGATIVE
RED
BLACK
CH 1 (Green Wire to Com)
CH 1 (Blue Wire to Cycle)
CH 2 (Yellow Wire to Exit)
CH 2 (Brown Wire to Com)
RED to + or H
BLACK to Com
CH 1 (Green Wire to Com)
CH 1 (Blue Wire to Cycle)
CH 2 (Yellow Wire to Exit)
CH 2 (Brown Wire to Com)
Gate Opener Battery
RED WIRE to POSITIVE
BLACK WIRE to NEGATIVE
RED
BLACK
GREEN Control Boards
Step 5: Connect the Receiver’s Channel 2 wires (YELLOW and BROWN) to your control board (see illustration above).
Step 6: Have a helper install the 2 “AA” batteries in the Transmitter Module: this will immediately start 30 seconds of
transmission from the Wireless Vehicle Sensor. During the 30 second transmission, press and hold the Receiver’s LEARN
CH 2 button. The indicator light on the Receiver should blink twice within 1–2 seconds to indicate that the Wireless
Vehicle Sensor setting is now programmed into the Receiver.
Step 7: Proceed to “Test the System”.
5. Test the System
Step 1: Make sure gate opener is turned ON and gate is in the closed position.
Step 2: Remove and install 2 “AA” batteries (included) in the Transmitter Module; the gate will open. Wait 60 seconds
before proceeding to the next step and DO NOT move the sensor, any vehicles, or metal objects that are within 25 ft. during this
calibration/”self-test” 60-second period.
Step 3: Use your Entry Transmitter to close the gate. Test the Wireless Vehicle Sensor by driving your vehicle past the
Sensor at normal driveway speed. The gate should open each time; if it does not, use a small screwdriver to increase the
Sensitivity Adjustment (clockwise rotation).
Step 4: Once operation is satisfactory, turn the gate opener OFF. Fill the holes and trench with soil
and tamp rm. The bottom third of the Mounting Post should be buried rmly in the ground.
Step 5: Turn the gate opener ON and make sure gate is in the closed position. Replace Transmitter
Module cover and test the system again (Step 3).
NOTE: Do not cover the Transmitter Module with anything metal, as this will cause signal
interference.
Your installation is now complete. If your Wireless Vehicle Sensor is not working properly, please
refer to the Troubleshooting Guide on back cover.
GTO WIRELESS EXIT WAND
TRANSMITTER
MIN MAX
SENSITIVITY

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Troubleshooting Guide
If your Wireless Vehicle Sensor is not operating properly, please follow this checklist:
IMPORTANT: If you make any of the following adjustments, you will need to recalibrate the
Transmitter Module before retesting (see page 10, Test the System).
A. IF THE GATE IS NOT OPENING:
1. Check the batteries:
a. Verify batteries are installed correctly (align the “+” signs on the battery and in the battery compartment).
b. Verify batteries are working. Remove and reinstall the batteries. The Transmit Indicator on the Transmitter
Module should blink for 30 seconds. If not, try installing a new pair of “AA” batteries.
NOTE: When reinstalling batteries, the system will need to recalibrate (page 10, Test the System).
Do not move any metal objects or the Transmitter Module for 60 seconds after reinstalling batteries.
2. Verify that the Sensor Cable is connected to the base of the Transmitter Module.
3. Increase the Sensitivity Adjustment on the Transmitter Module (page 10, Test the System, step 3).
4. Verify that you have properly placed the Transmitter Module. Be sure it is installed:
• on the same side of the driveway as the gate opener/receiver.
• within 100 ft. and “line of sight” of the gate opener/receiver.
• 12 in. above ground level.
5. Verify that the Sensor is not more than 2 ft. from—and parallel to—the driveway edge.
6. If the Receiver was installed:
a. Repeat the “learn” process (page 9).
b. Verify that the Receiver is correctly wired to the gate opener control board (page 10)
7. If the Receiver was NOT installed:
a. Verify that the Transmitter Module DIP Switch settings were adjusted to match the Entry Transmitter’s DIP
Switch settings (page 5).
b. Verify that the Entry Transmitter opens the gate. If not, you will need to program the Entry Transmitter’s
settings into the gate opener receiver (see your gate opener Installation Manual), and then match the
Transmitter Module’s DIP Switch settings with the Entry Transmitter.
(For MM371/372, MM571/572, and MM271/272) Verify that the Receiver was paired correctly to the gate
opener (page 8).
B. IF THE GATE IS OPENING RANDOMLY:
1. Verify that the Sensor is at least 25 ft. from the roadway and/or neighbors’ driveways.
2. Verify that there are no moving metal objects within a 25 ft. radius of the Sensor. (NOTE: in areas with high
winds, metal objects such as ag poles/swing sets can trigger the Sensor if they are within range.)
3. Do not put Sensor Cable in PVC conduit along with other AC or control wires.
4. Adjust the Sensitivity on the Transmitter Module (page 10, Test the System, step 3).
5. Recalibrate unit by removing and reinstalling the batteries. Allow 60 seconds for calibration
(page 10, Test the System).
If you are unable to solve the problem, call the NSC Service Department at 1-800-543-1236.

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FCC Warning
Changes or modications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in particular installations. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures: • Reorient or replace the receiver antenna. • Increase the separation between the
equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This product and any accessory you purchase should only be installed on a gate opener
that meets the current UL325 safety standards. If you have a gate opener that is not listed
to the current standard, please contact the Nortek sales department for consultation on a
gate opener that can meet your specic needs.
Limited One Year Warranty
Nortek Security & Control, LLC (NSC), accessories are covered under warranty by the manufacturer against defects
in materials and manufacturer workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of purchase, provided the
recommended installation procedures have been followed.
In the case of product failure due to defective material or manufacturer workmanship within the one (1) year warranty
period, the product will be repaired or replaced (at the manufacturer’s option) at no charge to the customer, if returned
freight prepaid to NSC, 5919 Sea Otter Place, Carlsbad, CA, 92010. IMPORTANT: Call [phone] for a Return
Goods Authorization (RGA) number before returning accessory to factory. Products received at the factory without
an RGA number will not be accepted. Replacement or repaired parts are covered by this warranty for the remainder
of the one (1) year warranty period or six (6) months, whichever is greater. NSC will pay the shipping charges (equal to
United Parcel Service GROUND rate) for return to the owner of items repaired under warranty.
The manufacturer will not be responsible for any charges or damages incurred in the removal of the defective parts
for repair, or for the reinstallation of those parts after repair. This warranty shall be considered void if damage to the
product(s) was due to improper installation or use, connection to an improper power source, or if damage was caused
by electrical power surge or lightning, wind, re, ood, insects or other natural agent.
Call NSC at [phone] for more information. This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which may vary from state to state. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied.
NOTE: Verication of the warranty period requires copies of receipts or other proof of purchase. Please retain
these records.
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