Next Systems MC15 User manual

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ELECTRONIC PANEL MC15
Single-phase electronic control unit for the automation of
sliding gates, doors and barriers with incorporated radio
receiver.
Possibility of integrating a radio system with the control unit
operating as a safety device, composed of an RTX 2278 “Base”
transceiver (fitted onto the control unit itself) and a maximum of
two battery-operating RTX 2252 “Sensor” transceivers to
connect mechanical and 8.2 kohm-resistive safety edges,
generally positioned on the mobile part of the gate.
TECHNICAL DATA:
- Power supply : 230 Vac 50-60Hz 8W max.
- Flashing light output : 230 Vac 50Hz
100W Resistive Load max.
50W Inductive Load max.
- Motor output : 230 Vac 50-60Hz 750 W max.
- Services power supply output : 24 Vac 6 W max.
- Safety devices and controls in BT : 24 Vdc
- Operating temperature : -10 55 °C
- Radio receiver : 433 MHz
- Op. transmitters : 12-18 Bit or Rolling Code
- Max. TX codes in memory : 120 (CODE or PED CODE)
- Board dimensions : 108x138 mm.
TERMINAL BOARD CONNECTIONS:
CN1 :
1 : Grounding Connection.
2 : Grounding Connection.
CN2 :
1 : 230 Vac line input (Phase).
2 : 230 Vac line input (Neutral)
3 : 230 Vac Flashing light Output (Neutral).
4 : 230 Vac Flashing light Output (Phase).
5 : Opening 230V Motor Output.
6 : Common 230V Motor Output.
7 : Closing 230V Motor Output.
CN3:
1 : Photocell Control and Power Supply ( 24Vac 6W ).
2 : Photocell Control and Power Supply (GND).
3 : Step-by-step control Button Input / Open (NO).
4 : Blocking Device Input (NC) / Button Close (NO).
5 : Common GND input
6 : Safety device input (NC).
7 : Motor Opening Limit Switch Input (NC).
8 : Common GND input.
9 : Motor Closing Limit Switch Input (NC).
10: Antenna Ground Input.
11: Antenna hot Pole Input.
CN4:
1 : Aux power supply +24Vdc.
2 : Output 4 Open Collector 100mA Max Load.
3 : Output 3 Open Collector 100mA Max Load.
4 : Output 2 Open Collector 100mA Max Load.
5 : Output 1 Open Collector 100mA Max Load.
CN5:
1 : Motor Encoder Power Supply + 24Vdc.
2 : Motor Encoder Signal Input.
3 : GND Motor Encoder Power Supply.
OPERATING FEATURES:
Step-by-step operation:
By using either the radio-control ( CODE led on ) or the low
voltage buttons to activate the gate, you obtain the following
action:
the first impulse activates the opening mechanism until the
motor time expires or the opening limit switch is reached, the
second impulse closes the gate. If an impulse is sent before
the motor time expires or one of the two end runs are reached,
the control unit will stop both opening and closing movements.
An additional control re-starts motion in the opposite direction.
Automatic closing :
The control unit closes the gate automatically without sending
additional commands.
The choice of this operating mode is described in the
instructions for setting the delay period.
Pedestrian Passage:
The control unit allows, using either the radio-control (P.
CODE led on) or the Pedestrian button, the Motor to run
for a programmable amount of time.
Blocking Device Input :
The control unit allows the blocking button connection (NC).
Tripping during any operating phase of the control unit causes
movement to stop immediately. An additional movement control
will be valid as long as you have disabled the blocking input,
and, in any case, the unit will carry out the opening stage
automatism with pre-flashing for 5 seconds. If the automation is
fully open, in this case, it will carry out the closing phase.
Attention: Jumper this input if not used.
Photocells:
The control unit allows Photocells to be powered and
connected in accordance with directive EN 12453.
- DS Input (NC)
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Photocell operation is ignored during opening, whereas during
closing they will reverse the direction of movement.
To provide operation that meets EN 13849-1 Category 2, a test
is carried out on the photocells prior to every manoeuvre. The
control unit will only start the manoeuvre if the test is passed:
otherwise the control unit will not enable any movement, and
for every command all of the programming leds will flash,
signalling an alarm situation.
Opening and Closing Limit Switch:
The control unit allows the Opening and Closing Limit Switch
connection (NC). When it is triggered during the respective
operating phases, movement stops immediately.
Attention: Leave these inputs free if not used.
Motor Power and Speed adjustment:
The electronic control unit is equipped with a VR1 trimmer to
adjust motor Power and Speed, fully managed by the
microprocessor. The adjustment can be made within a range of
50% and 100% of the Maximum Power.
Nevertheless, every movement has an initial surge, powering
the motor for 2 seconds at the maximum power even if motor
power adjustment is enabled.
Attention: You will need to repeat the teach-in phase if you
wish to adjust the VR1 trimmer as operation and deceleration
times may be affected.
Obstacle detection:
The electronic control unit is equipped with a VR2 trimmer to
adjust the Counter Power required to detect the obstacle, fully
managed by the microprocessor.
The adjustment can be made by setting a time interval
between a minimum of 0.1 seconds and a maximum of 3
seconds.
Note: by setting the VR2 trimmer at the minimum, the
obstacle detection function is excluded.
Attention:
- When limit switches are connected to the control unit, the
detection of an obstacle always causes the motor to change
direction during the closing phase, and also during the
opening phase, for 2 seconds.
- When no limit switches are connected to the control unit, the
detection of an obstacle always causes the motor to change
direction during the closing phase (except for the last 5
seconds of the operation when it performs a Stop) and to
change direction for 2 seconds during the opening
phase(except for the last 5 seconds of the operation when it
performs a Stop).
Motor Encoder:
The control unit can have an Encoder integrated to the Motor.
Encoders can be used by the control unit for its Obstacle
Detection function to guarantee greater precision when
operations are being carried out.
Deceleration:
The motor deceleration function is used on the gates to stop
them from reaching their final position at a high speed in the
opening and closing phases.
The control unit allows deceleration to be programmed for the
desired points (before the gates are completely open or closed)
during Motor Timer programming (see Main menu).
If you are using the "Automatic programming" function (see
menu 2) it is also possible to include a deceleration phase (see
Main menu).
Operation with TIMER:
The control unit can have a timer set up instead of an open-
close control button.
Example: at 08:00 the timer closes the contact and the control
unit opens the gate. At 18:00 the timer opens the contact and
the control unit closes the gate. During the interval between
08:00 and 18:00, at the end of the opening phase, the control
unit disables the flashing beacon, automatic closing and radio
controls.
Open Collector OUT 1-4 Output Operation:
The control unit has 4 open collector outputs to manage
auxiliary functions:
Out 1: Out 1 will be active in flash mode, only during the
Opening phase.
Out 2: Out 2 will be active in flash mode, only during the
Closing phase.
Out 3: Out 3 will be steadily active, only during the Pause
phase.
Out 4: Out 4 will be steadily active, only when the gate is
closed.
Integration of the RTX 2278 - RTX2252 safety system.
By installing module RTX 2278 on the control unit, it is
automatically possible to use, via radio, the functions of the
safety system composed of transceiver RTX 2278 (Base) and a
maximum of 2 RTX 2252 transceivers (Sensor 1 and Sensor 2).
For more details on system operation, see paragraphs “RTX
2278 Base” and “RTX 2252 Sensor”.
Before starting any operation, the control unit carries out a test
to make sure module RTX 2278 is working correctly; this fulfils
EN 13849-1 Category 2 operation.
Commands from Sensor 1 are ignored during opening,
whereas during closing they will reverse the direction of
movement.
Commands from Sensor 2 will stop movement in both closing
and opening phases.
PROGRAMMING :
The SEL key:this selects the type of function to be memorised,
which is indicated by a flashing Led.
Repeatedly press the key to select the desired function. The
selection will remain active for 10 seconds, indicated by a
flashing Led. If no other operations are carried out during this
time, the control board will return to its previous state.
The SET key: this programs the information according to the
type of function previously selected with the SEL button.
IMPORTANT: The SET key function can also be replaced by
the radio-control, if previously programmed (CODE led on).
MAIN MENU
The control unit is provided by the manufacturer with the
possibility of selecting a number of important functions.
---------------------- MAIN MENU -----------------
Led Reference Led off Led On
1) CODE No code Code entered
2) CODE PED. No code Code entered
3) IN.CMD.AP. Disabled Enabled
4) LAMP/CORT. Flashing Courtesy Light
5) PGM. AUT. PGM Automatic=OFF PGM Automatic=ON
6) T. MOT. Motor time 30 sec. Programmed time
7) T.MOT.PED. Mot. Time Ped. 10 sec. Programmed time
8) T. PAUSA: No auto close With auto close
1) CODE: (Radio-control code)
The control unit allows up to 120 radio-controls to be
memorised with different types of fixed or rolling codes.
Programming.
The transmission code is programmed in the following way: use
the SEL key to move to the flashing CODE LED, at the same
time send the pre-selected code from the radio-control you
wish to use; when the CODE LED stays on steadily,
programming is finished. If all 120 available codes have been
memorised, by repeating the programming operation, all
programming LEDs will start to flash, indicating that it is not
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Deletion.
Memorised codes can be deleted in the following way: press
the SEL key, the CODE LED will start flashing, then press the
SET key, the CODE LED will switch off and the procedure is
finished.
2) CODE PED:(Code for the Ped./ S Door radio-control
The programming and deleting procedure is the same as the
one illustrated above except that the selected Led should be
forPEDESTRIAN CODE.
3) INB. CMD. AP: (Command inhibition during opening and
pause time, if entered)
The command inhibition function during opening and pause
time, if entered, is used when automation includes a loop
detector. During the opening or pause phase the control unit
does not consider the commands sent by the loop detector with
every passage.
The factory settings of the control unit have disabled command
inhibition during opening and pause time. If it is necessary to
enable it, do the following: use the SEL key to move to the
flashing INB.CMD.AP LED then press the SET key. The
INB.CMD.AP LED will light up steady. Repeat the procedure if
you wish to restore the previous configuration.
4) LAMP/CORT. : (Selection of the flashing light or the
courtesy light)
The control unit has a 230 Vac output, for connection to a
flashing light or a courtesy light.
The control unit is supplied by the manufacturer with the
Flashing function enabled. If you wish to enable the flashing
beacon function, including during pauses, proceed as follows:
using the SEL key to move to the LAMP/CORT flashing LED
then press the SET key, and the LAMP/CORT flashing LED will
switch on steady.
Repeat the operation if you wish to restore the factory setting.
If you wish to enable the courtesy light, repeat the operation
described above, pressing the SEL button twice instead of
once (making the LAMP/CORT LED flash rapidly). Repeat the
operation if you wish to restore the factory setting.
5) PGM. AUT. : (Automatic Programming):
With this control unit it is possible to carry out Automatic
Programming ( SIMPLIFIED).
First, move the gates to their half-way position, press the SEL
button until the PGM. AUT. LED flashes and then press and
hold the SET button down. The control unit completes the Auto
programming phase by executing a complete opening and
closing phase (hold the SET key down until Auto Programming
is finished). At the same time, the Deceleration cycle is
automatically configured at 15% of the complete cycle.
During Automatic Programming, you can use the radio-control
key on the control unit instead of the SET key, only if previously
memorised.
6) T. MOT and DECELERATION: (Programming a motor operation
time of max 4 minutes)
The control unit is factory supplied with a predefined motor
operating time of 30 sec. without deceleration.
If it is necessary to modify the motor operating time,
programming must be carried out when the gate is closed, as
follows: use the SEL key to move to the flashing T.MOT LED,
then press the SET key briefly. The Motor will begin its opening
cycle. When it starts the initial point of deceleration, press the
SET key again. At the same time, the motor will decelerate until
it reaches the required position. Press the SET key to finish the
opening cycle. The T. MOT LED will then start flashing quickly.
Now repeat motor time programming and the deceleration
operation for the closing cycle. If you do not want the control
unit to decelerate, when the opening and closing phase is
finished, press the SET key twice during programming, instead
of just once.
During programming it is possible to use the radio-control key
located on the control unit, instead of the SET key, only if
previously memorised.
7) T. MOT. PED: (Programming a pedestrian operating time of 4
minutes max.)
The control unit is factory supplied with a predefined Pedestrian
Motor operating time of 10 sec. without deceleration.
If it is necessary to modify the pedestrian operating time,
programming must be carried out when the gate is closed, as
follows: use the SEL key to move to the flashing T.MOT PED.
LED, then press the SET key briefly. The Motor will start the
Opening cycle; press the SET key again at the point where you
wish to start deceleration: the T. MOT. PED. LED will start
flashing at a slower rate and the Motor will decelerate; when it
reaches the required point, press the SET key to finish the
Opening cycle. At this point the T. MOT PED. LED will start
flashing at its standard pace again and the Motor will begin the
Closing phase; repeat the above operations for the Closing
phase.
If you do not want the control unit to decelerate, when the
opening and closing phase is finished, press the SET key twice
during programming, instead of just once.
During programming it is possible to use the radio-control key
located on the control unit, instead of the SET key, only if
previously memorised.
8) T. PAUSA (PAUSE T.): (Automatic closing time programming
max. 4 minutes)
The control unit is factory supplied without automatic closing. If
you wish to enable automatic closing, proceed as follows:
using the SEL key to move to the flashing T. PAUSA
LED, press the SET key briefly, then wait for the amount
of time you wish to set for automatic closing; briefly press
the SET key again, and in that moment the automatic
closing time will be memorised and the T. PAUSA LED
will stay on steady. If you wish to restore the initial condition
(without automatic closing), move to the flashing T. PAUSA
LED, then press the SET key twice within 2 seconds. The Led
will switch off and the operation will be finished.
During programming it is possible to use the radio-control key
located on the control unit, instead of the SET key, only if
previously memorised.
EXTENDED MENU 1
The control unit is supplied by the manufacturer with the
possibility of directly selecting the main menu functions only.
If you wish to enable the functions described in Extended Menu
1, proceed as follows: press and hold the SET button for 5
seconds, after which amount of time the T. MOT. PED and T.
PAUSA LEDs will start flashing alternately. The user then has
30 seconds to select the functions for Extended Menu 1 from
the SEL and SET buttons. After another 30 seconds the control
unit will go back to the main menu.
---------------------- EXTENDED MENU 1 -----------------
Led Reference Led Off Led On
A) CODE Step-by-Step Inverting
B) CODE PED Electronic Brake = OFF Electronic Brake= ON
C) IN.CMD.AP. Anti-collision=OFF Anti-collision APCH or CH=ON
D) LAMP/CORT. Deceleration = OFF Deceleration = ON
E) PGM. AUT. Follow Me = OFF Follow Me = ON
F) T.MOT. Encoder = OFF Encoder = ON
G) T. MOT.PED. Alternate ON/OFF flashing light
H) T. PAUSA Alternate ON/OFF flashing light
A) CODE ( Step-by-Step / Automatic Operation ) :
The control unit is supplied by the manufacturer with Automatic
mode disabled. If you wish to enable the function, proceed as
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(reported by alternately flashing T. MOT PED Leds and T.
PAUSA Led), by using the SEL key to select the flashing CODE
LED, and then press the SET key. At this point the CODE LED
lights up steady and programming is finished.
Accordingly, using either the radio-control or the low voltage
push button panel to operate the gate, you will obtain the
following function: the first impulse controls opening until the
motor time expires, the second impulse controls gate closing. If
an impulse is sent before the motor time expires, the control
unit changes the direction of motion in the opening and closing
phases. Repeat the procedure if you wish to restore the
previous configuration.
B) PED. CODE ( Electronic Brake ) :
The control unit is supplied by the manufacturer with the
electronic brake function disabled. If you wish to enable the
function, proceed as follows: check that Extended Menu 1 is
enabled (T. MOT. PED and T. PAUSA LEDs start flashing
alternately), use the SEL button to move to the flashing PED
CODE LED then press the SET key: at that point the PED
CODE LED will light up steady and programming is complete.
Accordingly, the control unit slows down gate advancement by
inertia, when there is a stop or command to change the
direction of motion. Repeat the procedure if you wish to restore
the previous configuration.
C) INB. CMD. AP ( Anti-collision Function ) :
The control unit is supplied by the manufacturer with the Anti-
collision (pedestrian) Function disabled. If you wish to enable
the function, proceed as follows: check that Extended Menu 1
is enabled (T. MOT. PED and T. PAUSA Leds flash
simultaneously), use the SEL button to move to the flashing
INB. CMD. AP. LED and then press the SET button. At this
point the INB. CMD. AP. LED will light up steady and
programming is complete. The control unit will now operate in
Anti-Collision (pedestrian) mode.
If you wish to enable the Anti-Collision (pedestrian) function for
the closing phase only, repeat the operation described above,
pressing the SEL key twice (making the IN.CMD.AP. LED flash
quickly). Repeat the procedure if you wish to restore the
previous configuration.
D) LAMP/CORT. ( Deceleration ):
As mentioned above, it is possible to programme a
deceleration phase on the control unit for opening or closing,
whereas deceleration is automatically enabled with the
Automatic Programming function. If you do not wish to
implement any deceleration, it can be excluded: therefore, if
you are using Automatic Programming, the Deceleration phase
will not be enabled, whereas if you are using Motor Time
Programming, as you are programming you will not be given
the possibility of programming deceleration during the opening
and closing phases. If, prior to excluding deceleration, it was
programmed from the Motor Time Programming function, it will
be necessary to repeat programming all over again. If you wish
to exclude deceleration, proceed as follows: make sure
Extended Menu 1 is enabled (reported by T.MOT.PED and T.
PAUSA Leds flashing alternately). Using the SEL key, move to
the flashing LAMP/CORT. LED and then press the SET key:
the LAMP/CORT. will turn off definitely and programming will be
complete. Repeat the procedure if you wish to restore the
previous configuration.
E) PGM. AUT. ( Follow Me ) :
It is possible to set the "Follow Me" function on the control unit:
this function can only be programmed if a Pause Time has
already been programmed, and it is used to shorten the Pause
time to 5 sec after the photocell disengages, i.e. the gate
closes 5 seconds after the user has passed through. If you
wish to enable the function, proceed as follows: check that
Extended Menu 1 is enabled (T. MOT. PED and T. PAUSA
Leds flash simultaneously), use the SEL button to move to the
flashing PGM. AUT. LED and then press the SET key: the
PGM. AUT. LED will light up steady and programming is
complete. Repeat the procedure if you wish to restore the
previous configuration.
F) T. MOT. ( ENCODER ) :
The control unit supplied by the manufacturer can manage
Motors with a point Encoder; in the default configuration,
Encoder point control is disabled. If you wish to enable the
control, proceed as follows: check that Extended Menu 1 is
enabled (T. MOT. PED and T. PAUSA LEDs start flashing
alternately), use the SEL button to move to the flashing T.
MOT. LED then press the SET key: at that point the T. MOT
LED will light up steady and programming is complete. Repeat
the procedure if you wish to restore the previous configuration.
EXTENDED MENU 2
The control unit is supplied by the manufacturer with the
possibility of directly selecting the main menu functions only.
If you wish to enable the functions described in Extended Menu
2, proceed as follows: access Extended Menu 1 (as described
in the relative paragraph), then press and hold the SET button
down again for 5 seconds, after which amount of time the T.
MOT. PED and T. PAUSA LEDs will start flashing
simultaneously. The user then has 30 seconds to select the
functions for Extended Menu 2 using the SEL and SET buttons.
After another 30 seconds the control unit will go back to the
main menu.
---------------------- EXTENDED MENU 2 -----------------
Led Reference Led Off Led On
A) CODE remote PGM = OFF remote PGM = ON
B) PED. CODE Photocell Test = OFF Photocell Test= ON
C) IN.CMD.AP. Sens1 = rev. in CH Sens1 = brief rev. AP/CH
D) LAMP/CORT.Sens2 =stop AP/CH Sens2 = brief rev. AP/CH
E) PGM. AUT. PUL=PUL –BL=BL PUL=AP - BL=PED
F) T.MOT. PUL=PUL –BL=BL PUL=AP - BL=CH
G) T. MOT. PED. Simultaneous ON/OFF flashing
H) T. PAUSA Simultaneous ON/OFF flashing
A) CODE ( Remote radio-control programming ) :
The control unit allows the transmission code to be
programmed, without using the SEL button directly on the
control unit, but remotely.
The Radio-control can be remotely programmed as follows:
continuously sending a previously-memorised radio-control
code for more than 10 seconds. At this point the control unit
switches to programming mode, as described above for the
CODE LED in the main menu.
The control unit is factory supplied with the remote
transmission code programming function disabled. If you wish
to enable the function, proceed as follows: check that Extended
Menu 2 is enabled (T. MOT. PED and T. PAUSA LEDs flash
simultaneously), use the SEL button to move to the flashing
CODE LED, then press the SET key: at this point the CODE
LED will light up steady and programming is complete. Repeat
the procedure if you wish to restore the previous configuration.
B) CODE PED. (Photocell Test) :
The control unit is factory supplied with Photocell Test
programming disabled. If you wish to enable the function (in
accordance with Standard EN 12453), proceed as follows:
check that Extended Menu 2 is enabled (T. MOT. PED and T.
PAUSA Leds flash simultaneously), use the SEL button to
move to the flashing CODE PED. LED then press the SET key:
at this point the CODE PED. LED will light up steady and
programming is complete. Accordingly, the Safety Device test
will be carried out before the automation starts any type of
motion. Repeat the procedure if you wish to restore the
previous configuration. When the Safety Device inputs are not
in use they must be jumpered and the Photocells Test
deactivated.
C) IN.CMD.AP. ( Sensor 1 Operating Logic) :
The control unit is factory supplied with the following operating
logic installed for Sensor 1 operation: it is not considered if it is
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causes a change in direction, if, naturally, module RTX 2278 is
installed on the control unit. If you wish to change the operating
logic so that Sensor 1 causes the system to stop, followed by a
brief change in direction to release the obstruction, in either the
opening or the closing phase, do the following: make sure
Extended Menu 2 is enabled (T.MOT.PED. and T. PAUSA leds
flash simultaneously), use the SEL key to move to the flashing
IN.CMD.AP LED and then press the SET key: the IN.CMD.AP
LED will light up steadily and programming will be complete.
Repeat the operation to restore the initial configuration.
D) LAMP/CORT. (Sensor 2 Operating Logic) :
The control unit is factory supplied with the following operating
logic installed for Sensor 2 operation: when it is triggered it
causes the gate to stop in both opening and closing phases, if,
naturally, module RTX 2278 is installed on the control unit. If
you wish to change the operating logic so that Sensor 2 causes
the system to stop, followed by a brief change in direction to
release the obstruction, in either the opening or the closing
phase, do the following: make sure Extended Menu 2 is
enabled (T.MOT.PED. and T. PAUSA Leds flash
simultaneously), use the SEL key to move to the flashing
LSMP/CORT. LED and then press the SET key: the
LAMP/CORT. LED will light up steady and programming will be
complete. Repeat the operation to restore the initial
configuration.
E) PGM. AUT. ( PUL operation = P/P and BL = PED. ) :
The control unit is factory supplied with PUL control input
operation for the connection of a cyclical primary control button
(NO) and a BL input for the connection of a Blocking Device
(NC). If you wish to select another operating mode for the PUL
and BL inputs, proceed as follows: check that Extended Menu 2
is enabled (T.MOT.PED. and T. PAUSA LEDs start flashing
simultaneously), use the SEL button to move to the flashing
PGM.AUT. LED then press the SET key: at that point the
PGM.AUT. LED will light up steady and programming is
complete.
Accordingly, the PUL input can be used for the connection of a
cyclical primary control button (NO), while the BL input will be
used to connect a button (NO) for the Pedestrian cycle alone.
Repeat the procedure if you wish to restore the previous
configuration.
F) T. MOT. ( PUL Operation = Opens and BL = Closes ) :
The control unit is factory supplied with PUL control input
operation for the connection of a cyclical primary control button
(NO) and a BL input for the connection of a Blocking Device
(NC). If you wish to select another operating mode for the PUL
and BL inputs, proceed as follows: check that Extended Menu 2
is enabled (T.MOT.PED. and T. PAUSA LEDs start flashing
simultaneously), use the SEL button to move to the flashing T.
MOT. LED then press the SET key: at that point the T. MOT.
LED will light up steady and programming is complete.
Accordingly, the PUL input makes it possible to connect a
button (NO) for the Opening phase only, and the BL input to
connect a button (NO) for the Closing phase only. Repeat the
procedure if you wish to restore the previous configuration.
EXTENDED MENU 3
The control unit is supplied by the manufacturer with the
possibility of directly selecting the main menu functions only.
If you wish to enable the programming of the slowing power
carried out by the control unit, proceed as follows: access
Extended Menu 2 (as described in the relative paragraph), then
press and hold the SET button down again for 5 seconds, after
which amount of time the T. MOT. PED and T. PAUSA LEDs
will first flash alternately and then simultaneously. The user
then has 30 seconds to select the slowing power using the SEL
and SET buttons. After, another 30 seconds the control unit will
go back to the main menu.
---------------------- EXTENDED MENU 3 -----------------
Level Leds On
1 CODE
2 CODE –CODE PED.
3 CODE –CODE PED. –IN.CMD.AP.
4 CODE –CODE PED. –IN.CMD.AP. –LAMP/CORT.
5 CODE –CODE PED. –IN.CMD.AP. –LAMP/CORT. –PGM.AUT.
6 CODE –CODE PED.–IN.CMD.AP. –LAMP/CORT. –PGM.AUT. –T.MOT.
Slowing Programming
The control unit allows you to programme the power used to
carry out the slowing phase.
It is possible to choose between 6 different levels of power:
every combination of lit Leds corresponds to a level according
to the table above; in other words, starting from the lowest led
(LED CODE) and moving upwards, each Led corresponds to a
higher power level. Using the SEL key it is possible to scroll
through the different power levels; for every selected power
level, the highest respective Led will flash (for example, if level
4 is selected the CODE, CODE PED. and IN.CMD.AP. leds
light up steady, whereas the LAMP/CORT led will flash); press
SET to confirm.
Level 3 is selected in the default configuration.
RESET :
To reset the default configuration of the control unit, press the
SEL and SET buttons simultaneously; all RED signal Leds will
switch on and then immediately off again.
DIAGNOSTICS :
Photocell Test :
The control unit is designed for the connection of safety
devices that comply with point 5.1.1.6 of standard EN
12453. The Safety Device and Block tests are carried out with
every operating cycle.
If there is no connection and/or the control unit is not
working, it will not enable gate movement, and will visually
report the failed test by making all of the Led signal lights
flash at the same time. Once the photocells are running
correctly again, the control unit is ready for normal operation.
This ensures monitoring against failures, in compliance with EN
954-1, Category 2.
Control input test:
On each low voltage control input, the control unit uses a LED
signal to make the status readily known.
Operating logic: when a LED is on it means the input is closed,
when a LED is off it means the input is open.
RTX 2278 MODULE (BASE)
It is possible to select four different operating frequencies, all
within the 868 MHz band.

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The selected operating frequency must be set in the same
manner on either the memorised RTX2278 (Base) or the RTX
2252 (Sensor) devices.
Use Dip Switch SW1 on both the RTX 2278 and RTX 2252
devices to make the selection.
SW1 SW1 SW1 SW1
FREQUENCY AFREQUENCY BFREQUENCY CFREQUENCY D
Technical Data
- Power supply: 5Vdc
- Max. consumption: 25 mA
- Operating frequency: 868 MHz FSK band
- RTX 2252 Sensors that can be stored: 2
- Operating temperature: -10°C ÷ 55°C
- Dimensions: 59x39 mm.
TERMINAL BOARD CONNECTIONS:
CN1 :
1 : Antenna Hot Pole Input.
2 : Antenna Ground Input.
Description of Operation
The RTX 2278 (Base) device controls one, or at most, two RTX
2252 (Sensor) devices, through radio-frequency, for the
connection of sensitive edges. It is possible to view two menus
with the RTX 2278 (Base) Device:
MONITOR MENU
PROGRAMMING MENU
With the MONITOR MENU and an acoustic signal (Buzzer), the
Device reports the following information:
ALARM SIGNAL:
Led on + Acoustic signal.
This lets you know which one of the memorised RTX 2252
devices the alarm refers to. A short Beep sounds every time a
reference Led lights up.
---------------------- MONITOR MENU -----------------
Led Reference Led Off Led On
1) SENSOR 1 CODE No Alarm SENSOR 1 Alarm
2) SENSOR 2 CODE No Alarm SENSOR 2 Alarm
LOW BATTERY SIGNAL:
Led On (brief flashes) + Acoustic signal.
This lets you know which one of the memorised RTX 2252
devices has low batteries. In addition to the acoustic signal
whenever a reference Led lights up, two brief Beeps also sound
every minute.
---------------------- MONITOR MENU -----------------
Led Reference Led Off Flashing Led
1) SENSOR 1 CODE Battery OK Battery
LOW
2) SENSOR 2 CODE Battery OK Battery
LOW
In terms of the PROGRAMMING MENU, on the other hand,
please refer to the paragraph on "Programming Keys and
Signal Leds".
Check the Preselected Operating Frequency
Before programming the transmission code for RTX 2252
(Sensor) Transceivers combined with a RTX 2278 (Base)
Transceiver, it is necessary to select one of the four available
frequencies (see the "Operating Frequency Selection"
paragraph). It is then advisable to make sure that the
preselected band is free (not already in use by another device).
To carry out this check, do the following: using the SET key,
move to the PROGRAMMING MENU; the Base scans the
preselected frequency and if it is already occupied by the Base
the MONITOR LED and PROGR. MENU LEDs will flash
alternately. In this case proceed to select a different frequency
(on both the Base and Sensor). If, on the other hand, the
selected frequency is free, proceed with programming the
Sensors associated with each channel, as described below.
Programming Keys and Signal Leds
The SEL key: this selects the type of function to be memorised,
the selection is indicated by a flashing LED. Repeatedly press
the key to select the desired function. The selection will remain
active for 15 seconds indicated by a flashing LED, after which
time the device will return to its original state.
SET Key:
- this is used to choose between the Monitor Menu and the
Programming Menu: if the SEL and SET keys are not used, the
Monitor Menu will be automatically selected after 1 minute of
inactivity.
- this programs the function selected using the SEL key.
Signal Led
Led on: option memorised.
Led off: option not memorised.
Flashing led: selected option.
---------------------- PROGRAMMING MENU -----------------
Led Reference Led Off Led On
1) SENSOR 1 CODE No Pgm. code SENSOR 1 Pgm.
2) SENSOR 2 CODE No Pgm. code SENSOR 2 Pgm .
1) SENSOR 1 CODE ( Programming for transceiver RTX
2252 Sensor no. 1)
Programming for the transmission code of Transceiver RTX
2252 (Sensor) no. 1 combined with a RTX 2278 (Base)
Transceiver must be carried out as follows: press the SEL key,
the SENSOR 1 CODE LED will start flashing; in this phase the
Base communicates in broadcast mode with all installed
sensors, looking for one that can be memorised: press the SET
key for the Sensor you wish to memorise to send the
memorisation confirmation code ( the TX LED of the Sensor will
flash quickly 5 times); the SENSOR 1 CODE LED will stay on
steady and programming is finished. The Base device exits
programming if no confirmation code is received within 15
seconds.
Deletion: The memorised code can be deleted as follows:
press the SEL key, the SENSOR 1 CODE LED will start
flashing. Press the SET key, the SENSOR 1 CODE LED
will switch off, and the procedure is finished.
2) SENSOR 2 CODE ( Programming for transceiver RTX
2252 Sensor no. 2)

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To programme the transmission code for RTX 2252 (Sensor)
Transceiver no. 2 combined with an RTX 2278 (Base)
Transceiver, proceed as described in point "2) SENSOR 1
CODE".
RESET
If the device must be reset to factory configuration, keep the
SEL and SET keys simultaneously pressed down for more than
2 seconds so that all signal LEDs briefly switch on at the same
time accompanied by three quick Buzzer Beeps.
RTX 2252 (Sensor)
Technical Data
- Battery power supply: 2 x 1.5Vdc Alkaline (AA)
- Operating frequency: 868 MHz FSK band
- System capacity in open field: 1020 m max.
- Operating temperature: -1055°C
- Dimensions: 120x80x50mm.
- Container: ABS UL94V-0 ( IP56 )
CN1 Terminal Board Connections
CN1:
1: Safety Device Input (NC) or 8K2
2: Safety Device Input (NC) or 8K2.
3: Inhibitor Input (NC).
4: Inhibitor Input (NC).
Description of Operation
The RTX 2252 (Sensor) device allows NC (normally closed
contact) standard type or 8K2 resistance type sensitive edges
to be connected, normally installed on the mobile part of the
gate.
It only works in combination with the control Base. The device
is battery-operated so as to exclude any type of cable
connection.
Once it is memorised (see "RTX 2278 - Programming Keys and
Signal Leds" paragraph) it can send the following information to
the RTX 2278 (Base) device:
-Survival signal:
this is used to periodically check the correct radio connection
between the devices.
-Alarm signal:
this is used to inform the base that the safety device is
operating.
-Low battery signal:
this is used to inform the system of the battery level.
ATTENTION! If the RTX 2252 Device (Sensor) is dismantled
from an installation, it is advisable to take the batteries out so
that the Sensor no longer continues unnecessary transmission.
NC or 8K2 Operating Mode Selection
The RTX 2252 Device allows NC (normally closed contact)
standard type or 8K2 resistance type sensitive edges to be
connected. Use Dip Switch SW2 No. 1 to make the selection:
DIP 1 = OFF NC input operation (default).
DIP 1 = ON 8K2 input operation.
SW2 SW2
NC 8K2
Transmission Mode Selection
With the RTX 2252 (Sensor) Transceiver device it is possible to
select two different operating modes, "Normal" or "Low Power".
The difference in operation consists in the Sensor transmitting
power. In "Low Power" operating mode the transmitting power
of the Sensor is considerably lower; in terms of energy savings,
which translates into longer battery life, it is necessary,
however, to take into account the subsequent reduction in radio
capacity for installation.
Use Dip Switch SW2 No. 2 to make the selection:
DIP 2 = OFF : "Low Power" operating mode disabled (default).
DIP 2 = ON : "Low Power" operating mode enabled.
SW2 SW2
LP=OFF LP=ON
Inhibitor Input Operating Mode
With the RTX 2252 (Sensor) Device it is possible to connect an
(NC) contact to temporarily inhibit the sensitive edge installed
on it.
ATTENTION! When not in use, the inhibitor input must always
be jumpered.
Low Battery Signal
Discharged battery levels are reported by the TX LED flashing
quickly on the RTX 2252 (Sensor) Device. The same
information is also sent to RTX 2278 (Base) device, that reports
the event with visual and acoustic warnings.
ATTENTION! We recommend replacing the device batteries as
soon as the TX LED starts flashing.
ATTENTION
-For best performance, change the 1.5V (AA) alkaline batteries
annually.
- To change the batteries, open the Sensor container with a
screwdriver.
-Dispose of the used batteries in appropriate waste containers.

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IMPORTANT FOR THE USER
- The device must never be used by children or persons with
reduced physical-psychological abilities, unless supervised or
trained to operate it and instructed in its modes of use.
- Do not allow children to play with the device and keep the
radio-controls away from their reach.
- ATTENTION: keep this instruction manual safe and observe
the important safety requirements contained herein. Failure to
comply with the requirements may cause damage and serious
accidents.
- Frequently examine the system to detect any signs of
damage. Do not use the device if it is in need of repair work.
Attention
All operations which require opening the casing (connecting
cables, programming, etc.) must be carried out by expert
personnel during installation. For any additional operation that
requires the casing to be re-opened (re-programming, repairs
or amendments to installation) contact the after-sales
assistance.
IMPORTANT FOR THE INSTALLER
The control unit does not have any type of isolating
device for the 230 Vac line. It is therefore the responsibility
of the installer to set up an isolating device inside the
system. It is necessary to install an omnipolar switch, surge
category III. It must be positioned to provide protection from
accidental closing, pursuant to point 5.2.9 of EN 12453. The
various electrical components external to the control unit
must be cabled in accordance with standard EN 60204-1 as
amended, and as set forth in point 5.2.7 of EN 12453. The
power supply cables can have a maximum diameter of 14
mm; the power supply and connecting cables must be set up
through the assembly of cable glands, supplied as
“optional”.
For the power supply cables, use flexible cables in an
insulating sheath in harmonised polychloroprene
(H05RN-F) with a minimum conductor section of 1mm2
Be careful when drilling holes in the outside casing to
pass connecting and power supply cables through, and
when assembling the cable glands, that everything is
installed so as to maintain the IP protection characteristics
of the panel as unchanged as possible.
Also be sure to set up the cables so that they are firmly
anchored.
The rear part of the casing is equipped with
fittings for wall mounting (it is possible to drill holes for
installation with plugs, or there are already holes
available for installation with screws). Plan and
implement all necessary measures to achieve an
installation that does not alter the IP protection.
Push button panels for manual control must be
assembled by positioning the push button panel in a location
where the user is not in a dangerous position.
The gear motor used to move the gate must comply with
the requirements of point 5.2.7 of EN 12453.
The photocell control and power supply output must be
dedicated to the power supply of the photocells only. It
cannot be used for other applications.
With every operation cycle, the control unit performs the
photocell operating test, ensuring protection against the
rupture of Category 2 crush-proof devices, in accordance
with point 5.1.1.6. of EN 12453. Accordingly, if the safety
devices are not connected and/or are not working, the
control unit is not enabled for operation.
For correct radio receiver operation, if one or more
control units are being used, it is advisable to install them
with a minimum distance of at least 3 metres between them.
The RTX 2278-RTX 2252 radio system is designed to
help the installer automate gate operation in compliance
with Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
The installer must make sure that the automation system
fulfils all of the requirements set forth in EN 12453 and
EN 12445.
Declaration of Conformity
Electronic Control Unit:
MC15 + RTX 2278
comply with the specifications of the Directives
R&TTE 99/5/EC, EMC 2004/108/EC, LVD 2006/95/EC.