Nice TITAN12L User manual

Revision 8.0 December, 2018
Part #10001700
Nice Swing Gate
Actuator
Vehicular Swing Gate Actuator
TITAN12L
936 Control Board
TITAN12L1
1050 Control Board
CBOX with 1050 control board
CBOX with 936 control board
912L
Programming & controls, connections and safety
information provided in the 1550/1551 manuals in CBOX

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1 - Overview 4
2 - General Safety Information 7
3 - Use of Vehicle Detectors 10
4 - Gate Construction and Safety 10
5 - Maintenance of Gate Systems 12
6 - Entrapment Protection 13
7 - Compatible External Sensors 14
8 - 936 Circuit Board Layout 15
9 - 1050 Circuit Board Layout 16
10 INSTALLATION PROCEDURES 17
10.1 -Pivot Arm Installation 17
FIGURE 10 - 1 Pull to Open Installation 17
FIGURE 10 - 2 Vertical Pivot Position 17
10.2 - Push to Open installation 18
FIGURE 10 - 3 Push to Open Installation 18
10.3 - Actuator Mounting 18
FIGURE 10 - 4 Actuator Mounting 18
FIGURE 10 - 5 Gate Bracket Mounting 18
10.4 - Manual Release/Manual Operation 19
FIGURE 10 - 6 Manual Release Disengage 19
FIGURE 10 - 7 Manual Release Re-engage 19
10.5 - TITAN12L/12L1 Actuator Wiring 20
FIGURE 10 - 8 Manual Release Handle 20
FIGURE 10 - 9 Wire Harness Insertion 20
FIGURE 10 - 10 TITAN12L/12L1 Actuator Wiring 20
10.6 - 936 Control Board Wiring 21
10.6.1 - TITAN ACTUATOR WIRING (PULL TO OPEN) 21
10.6.2 - TITAN ACTUATOR WIRING (PUSH TO OPEN) 21
10.7 - 1050 Control Board Wiring (Single Gate Application) 22
10.7.1 - TITAN ACTUATOR WIRING (PULL TO OPEN) 22
10.7.2 - TITAN ACTUATOR WIRING (PUSH TO OPEN) 22
10.8 - 936 & 1050 Limit & Motor Connection to Board 23
10.8.1 - 936 Control Board 23
10.8.2 - 1050 Board 23
10.9- Limit switch adjustment 24
FIGURE 10 - 13 Limit Switch Adjustment 24
FIGURE 10 - 14 Limit LED Location 1050 Control Board 24
FIGURE 10 - 15 Limit LED Location 936 Control Board 24
11 GENERAL LAYOUT AND SAFETY ACCESS 25
FIGURE 11 - 1 Layout for In-Ground Loops 25
FIGURE 11 - 2 Layout for Photocells 25
12 ACCESSORIES AND SENSORS 26
13 INSPECTION AND OPERATION 25
14 EMERGENCY VEHICLE ACCESS 25
15 Maintenance Schedule 26
16 Troubleshooting 26-27
17 Appendix - French Translations 28-31
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1. Overview
Congratulations on selecting a Nice gate operator for automating your gate system. With proper
selection, system design, installation and maintenance this operator should provide years of reliable
operation.
This manual covers the following Nice operator models: Titan 12L and Titan 12L1.
1.1 TITAN12L/12L1 Swing Gate Actuator
This manual provides documentation that covers the layout, construction, mechanical and electrical
installation of TITAN12L/12L1 swing gate operators with the Nice brand 936 or 1050 control board.
TITAN12L/12L1 swing gate operators are intended for residential gate installations only. Please consult
your Nice distributor or Nice Dealer/Installer for more information regarding installations or questions
not specifi cally covered in this manual.
The TITAN12L/12L1 swing gate actuator is the foundation for the next generation of easily installed,
confi gured and maintained swing gate operators from Nice. This Actuator has a maximum gate capacity
of 600 lb for a 20 ft leaf or 1000 lb for an 8 ft leaf. Operator has a key lockable manual release, easily
accessible limit switch settings and is easy to maintain or repair in-the-fi eld. The TITAN12L/12L1 gives
dealers, installers and homeowners the ability to take control of their access and security systems. This
actuator includes a 2-year factory warranty against manufacturing defects and lifetime customer support.
1.2 Product Specifi cations
Model TITAN12L+(12VDC)
Gate Specs
up to 600 lb for a 20 ft leaf
(272 kg for 6 m)
up to 1000 lb for an 8 ft leaf
(453 kg for 2.4 m)
Open/Close Time (to
90°) 14-16 seconds
Maximum Degree of
Opening 120°
Solar Compatible Yes
Manual Release w/ Key-
lock Yes
Motor Encoder Yes
Easily Positioned Limit
Switches Yes
Drive Mechanism Stainless Steel Screw
Operating Temperature -4º to 122º F (-20º to 50º C)
912L Actuator Weight 19.75 lb (8.96 kg)
Dimensions - Fully
Retracted
43(L) x 4(W) x 6.75 inches (D)
(109.2(L) x 10(W) x 17.5 cm (D)
Push to Open Installation Yes
Pull to Open Installation Yes
UL 325 Certifi ed/Listed Usage Class I, II, III, IV
1.3 What is Included
P/N Name Note
CBOX1050 Control Box/1050
Control Board
Paired w/ 912L
Actuator to make
TITAN12L System
CBOX936 Control Box/936
Control Board
Paired w/912L1
Actuator to make
TITAN121 System
912L Actuator with 12’
harness
Used in both
TITAN12L/12L1
System
OXI/A Opera Receiver
433Mhz
Included in
CBOX936/1050 Box
#1116 Pivot Arm Included in Actuator
Box
#10025215 Gate Attach Bracket Included in Actuator
Box
#1125 Bolt Kit Included in Actuator
Box
ABF/A Directional antenna
433 khz kit
Accessory sold
separately.

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1.4 936 Control Board
The 936 control board is housed in a protective
plastic enclosure that includes two 7-segment
LEDs, fi ve dedicated programming buttons and
three buttons for navigation of the setup and
programming menus, as well as 3 buttons for
open, close, and stop. Connectors for power, input
and output peripherals are arranged around the
edges of the board and clearly labeled. A plug-
in connector is provided for direct installation of
a Nice-brand receiver which can be associated
with up to 1000 remote controls. Connectors for
other Nice-brand plug-in accessories include the
2-wire Bluebus photocells for external entrapment
protection. Dry contact inputs are provided for
loop, probe, and photoelectric detectors as well as
guard station inputs and fi re department control.
Voltage outputs (+12VDC and +24VDC) are
available to power other safety and entrapment-
prevention devices, along with a solenoid lock
output.
The 936 control board accepts DC input voltage
ranging from +10VDC to +35VDC with input
polarity protection on the main input and the solar
charge input. All settings are stored in non-volatile
memory that is protected from power outages.
Programmable slowdown position. Built-in current
sensing provides inherent gate force monitoring
and limiting for safety. The “Learn” function helps
the gate installer confi gure the 936 control board
semi-automatically for optimum settings of gate
opening and closing speeds.
1.5 936 Main Control Board Specifi cs
Inputs for solar panels and batteries.
Motor outputs for two motors.
Low power consumption in stand-by mode.

Built-in charge regulator to maintain battery
charge.
Socket for plug-in Nice receiver.

Easy setup with 7-segment LEDs and dedicated
buttons.

Setup and learning stored in onboard memory.

Digital programming for auto-close timing,
force, speed, and opening delay.

On-board buttons for operating the gate (Open,
Close, Stop)

Inputs for guard station, additional third party
receivers, loop detectors, Fire, and UL/Edge
signals.
Two relay outputs (not programmable).

Surge suppression on every peripheral input
and output, up to 1200A.

Bluebus port for Nice plug-in, self-monitored,
entrapment protection devices.

USB port and bootloader for easy software
updates.

Motor bypass connectors for rapid
troubleshooting an actuator and positioning
a gate.

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1.6 1050 Control Board
The 1050 main control board is housed in a
protective plastic enclosure that includes a 2-line
LCD and with 5 dedicated buttons and 3 buttons
for navigation of the setup, programming, and
information menus, as well as 3 buttons for open,
close, and stop. Connectors for power, inputs,
and output peripherals are arranged around the
edges of the board and clearly labeled. A plug-in
connector is provided for direct installation of a
Nice-brand receiver which can be controlled by up
to 1000 transmitters. A recessed RJ-11 jack offers a
connection to an optional O-view programmer with
Bluetooth and O-View programmer and optional
Bluetooth module that can be programmed via
PC. Connectors for other Nice-brand plug in
accessories include 2-wire Bluebus, self-monitored
photocells for entrapment protection. Dry
contact inputs are provided for loop, probe, and
photoelectric detectors, as well as guard station
and fi re department control of gate opening and
closing. Voltage outputs (+12VDC and +24VDC)
are also made available to power safety and
entrapment-prevention devices, and a magnetic
lock if required. On board charge control circuitry
delivers reliable power to a backup battery (if
installed) and the unit is equipped with input for
a solar panel for self-powered installations.
The 1050 main control board accepts DC input
voltage ranging from 10VDC to 35VDC. A 2-line
LCD with dedicated buttons allows installer to
quickly program the 1050 when changes to its
factory-default settings need to be made. A real
time clock/calendar enables programming for
scheduled weekly or daily events like opening,
closing, or locking the gate. Gate opening and
closing speed, acceleration, soft-start settings,
and reversing speed may be set to factory
default settings, or individually programmed per
customized gate installation requirements. Built-
in current sensing enables inherent gate force
monitoring and limiting for safety and an on board
alarm indicates when two sequential obstructions
have been sensed in either direction. The “Learn”
function helps the gate installer confi gure the 1050
control board semi-automatically for optimum
settings of gate opening and closing speeds,
with simple programmable adjustments to force
and speed settings that may be made with the
programming button on the control panel.
1.7 1050 Main Control Board Specifi cs

Inputs for solar panel and batteries, and Main
DC Power.
Low power consumption in stand-by mode.

Built-in regulator to keep the battery charged
(either through solar or Main DC power).
Socket for plug-in Nice receiver.

Board compatible with Nice Opera System
(facilitates programming and diagnostic’s away
from the site of installation). Requires optional
O-View and OVBT (Bluetooth) module.

Easy programming with LCD display and
dedicated buttons.

Digital programming for auto-close, force,
speed, opening delay.

On board buttons for operating the gate (Open,
Close, Stop).

Built-in voltmeter to check input voltage, battery
voltage, solar panel volt age, motors’ current.

Temperature sensor to optimize charging
battery and system performance.
Programmable service alarm.

2 Programmable timers (from 1 sec to 9 hours).

Inputs for guard station, additional third party
receivers, loop detectors, FIRE and UL/Edge
signals.

2 programmable inputs (open, close, step, mid-
position, hold to open, hold to close, activating
timer).

Surge suppression on every peripheral input
(digital and analog).

Ports for self-powered Nice plug-in peripherals.
(BlueBus).

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1.8 The installation of this product is not a “do-
it-yourself” project. A qualifi ed gate operator
installation company should be contacted
to install the gate operator to ensure a safe
and reliable installation. Since many aspects
of gate system installation are under the
control of the installer, it is the responsibility
of the property owner to ensure the installer
is qualifi ed to carry out the installation in a
safe and professional manner.
1.9 Consult local government agencies for
up-to-date rules and regulations as certain
municipalities have established licensing,
codes or regulations that regulate automated
gate system design and installation.
2. General Safety Information
A gate operator is only a component in a gate
system. The other parts of the gate system
can include the gate, the external entrapment
sensors, access controls, and vehicle detectors.
To have a gate system that provides safety,
security, and reliable operation it is essential these
components operate together as a system. It is
the responsibility of the system designer and/or
installer to ensure any safety or operational issues
have been addressed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2.
Never let children operate or play with gate
controls. Keep the remote control away from
children.
3.
Always keep people and objects away from
the gate. NO ONE SHOULD CROSS THE
PATH OF THE MOVING GATE.
4.
Test the gate operator monthly. The gate
MUST reverse on contact with a rigid
object or stop when an object activates the
non-contact sensors. After adjusting the
force or the limit of travel, retest the gate
operator. Failure to adjust and retest the
gate operator properly can increase the risk
of injury or death.
5.
Use the emergency release only when the
gate is not moving.
6.
KEEPGATES PROPERLYMAINTAINED. Read
the user’s manual. Have a qualifi ed service
person make repairs to gate hardware.
7.
The entrance is for vehicles only. Pedestrians
must use separate entrance.
8. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury or death.

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2.1 UL325 Usage Classes
The UL325 standard covers gate operators. Within
this safety standard several Usage Classes are
described that defi ne different types of installations
where gate operators can be applied. Some
operators are restricted in their usage application.
All Nice USA operators are approved for use in
all four UL325 Usage Classes. Appropriate Usage
Classes are shown in the Specifi cations.
2.1.1 Class I Residential Gate Operator. Intended
for use in a location of one to four single
family dwellings or a parking area associated
with one to four single family dwellings.
2.1.2 Class II Commercial / General Access Gate
Operator. Intended for use in a commercial
location or building such as a multi-family
housing units (fi ve or more single family
units) hotels, garages, retail stores or other
buildings servicing general public.
2.1.3 Class III Industrial / Limited Access Gate
Operator. Intended for use in an industrial
location or building such as factories
or loading docks or other locations not
intended to service general public.
2.1.4
Class IV Restricted Access Gate Operator.
Intended for use in guarded industrial
locations or buildings such as an airport
security area or other restricted access
location, not servicing general public,
in which access is monitored by security
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2.2 Vehicular Traffi c Only
This automatic gate operator is not designed nor
is it intended for pedestrian traffi c. Vehicular gate
operators must by their nature be powerful to
function reliably. This power can cause injury or
death. Accordingly, direct all pedestrian traffi c to
a separate walk-through gate.
2.3 Install This Gate Operator Only When:
a. The operator is appropriate for the
construction of the gate and the usage Class
of the gate,
b. All openings of a horizontal slide gate are
guarded or screened from the bottom of the
gate to a minimum of 1.83 m (6 ft) above the
ground to prevent a 57.2 mm (2-1/4 inch)
diameter sphere from passing through the
openings anywhere in the gate, and the
portion of the adjacent fence that the gate
covers in the open position,
c.All exposed pinch points are eliminated or
guarded, and
d. Guarding is supplied for exposed rollers.
e. When utilizing a Nice 936 board and 1050
board and 8 sensors may be connected.
2.4 The operator is intended for installation only
on gates used for vehicles. Pedestrians must
be supplied with a separate access opening.
The pedestrian access opening shall be
designed to promote pedestrian usage.
Locate the gate such that persons will not
come in contact with the vehicular gate during
the entire path of travel of the vehicular gate.
2.5 The gate must be installed in a location so
that enough clearance is supplied between
the gate and adjacent structures when
opening and closing to reduce entrapment
risk. Swinging gates shall not open into public
access areas
2.6 The gate must be properly installed and work
freely in both directions prior to gate operator
installation. Do not ochange operator settings
to compensate for an improperly installed,
improperly functioning, or damaged gate.
2.7
Permanently mounted controls intended for
user activation must be located at least 1.83
m (6 ft) away from any moving part of the gate
and where the user is prevented from reaching
over, under, around or through the gate to
operate the controls. Exception: Emergency
access controls only accessible by authorized
personnel (e.g. fire, police, EMS) may be
placed at any location in the line-of-sight of
the gate.
2.8
The Stop and/or Reset button must be located
in the line-of-sight of the gate. Activation of
the reset control shall not cause the operator
to start.
2.9
A minimum of two (2) WARNING SIGNS shall
be installed, in the area of the gate. Each
placard is to be visible by persons located
on the side of the gate on which the placard
is installed.
2.10
For gate operators utilizing a non-contact
sensor (Photo Eye):
a.
See instructions on the placement of non-
contact sensors for each Type of application,
b.
Care shall be exercised to reduce the risk
of nuisance tripping, such as when a vehicle,
trips the sensor while the gate is still moving,
and
c.
One or more non-contact sensors shall
be located where the risk of entrapment or
obstruction exists, such as the perimeter
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2.11 For a gate operator utilizing a contact
sensor (Edge):
a. One or more contact sensors shall be
located where the risk of entrapment or
obstruction exists, such as at the leading
edge, trailing edge, and postmounted both
inside and outside of a vehicular horizontal
slide gate.
b. A hardwired contact sensor shall be
located and its wiring arranged so that the
communication between the sensor and the
gate operator is not subjected to mechanical
damage.
c. A wireless device such as one that transmits
radio frequency (RF) signals to the gate
operator for entrapment protection functions
shall be located where the transmission of
the signals are not obstructed or impeded
by building structures, natural landscaping
or similar obstruction. A wireless device
shall function under the intended end-use
conditions.
d. One or more contact sensors shall be
located on the inside and outside leading
edge of a swing gate. Additionally, if the
bottom edge of a swing gate is greater than
152 mm (6 in) but less than 406 mm (16 in)
above the ground at any point in its arc of
travel, one or more contact sensors shall be
located on the bottom edge.
3.
Use of Vehicle Detectors
Use of vehicle detectors (loop detectors) is strongly
encouraged to prevent damage to vehicles
caused by gates closing on them. This is not
considered to be a safety item as vehicle detectors
cannot provide protection to pedestrians. In some
situations, photoelectric devices may be used as
vehicle detectors, but should be wired accordingly.
4. Gate Construction and Safety
Gate construction plays a very important role in
ensuring the safety of any automated gate system.
The standard for gate construction is ASTM F2200.
Below are key areas to address safety in gate
design. For complete information consult the
standard. Copies of the standard are available at:
https://www.astm.org/Standards/F2200.htm
Another source of information is available
from DASMA, the Door and Access System
Manufacturer’s Association. The Association
publishes Technical Data Sheets, one of which
concerns ASTM F2200. For more information, see:
http://www.dasma.com/PDF/Publications/
TechDataSheets/OperatorElectronics/TDS370.pdf
4.1 General Requirements for gate construction
4.1.1
Gates shall be constructed in accordance
with the provisions given for the appropriate
gate type listed. Refer to ASTM F2200 for
additional gate types.
4.1.2
Gates shall be designed, constructed
and installed to not fall over more than 45
degrees from the vertical plane, when a gate
is detached from the supporting hardware.
4.1.3
Gates shall have smooth bottom edges,
with vertical bottom edged protrusions not
exceeding 0.50 in. (12.7 mm) when other
than the Exceptions listed ASTM F2200.
4.1.4
The minimum height for barbed wire shall
not be less than 6 ft. (1.83 m) above grade.
The minimum height for barbed tape shall
not be less than 8 ft. (2.44 m) above grade.
4.1.5
An existing gate latch shall be disabled
when a manually operated gate is retrofitted
4.1.6
A gate latch shall not be installed on an
automatically operated gate.
4.1.7
Protrusions shall not be permitted on any
gate. Consult ASTM F2200 for exceptions.