Permobil ICS User manual

ICS Onboard
Configuration
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Contents
Contents
Chapter 1 – Operation ......................................................................................................................... 6
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................6
General ........................................................................................................................................6
System hardware .........................................................................................................................6
Controls and feedback ......................................................................................................................7
General ........................................................................................................................................7
Switchbox layout ..........................................................................................................................7
Icons .............................................................................................................................................8
Switchbox LEDs ...........................................................................................................................9
Switchbox LED colors and their meanings ................................................................................10
Basic seat operation through switchbox ..........................................................................................10
Controlling seat functions .......................................................................................................... 10
Advanced seat operation through switchbox ..................................................................................12
Seat function memory overview ................................................................................................ 12
Seat function memory step-by-step .......................................................................................... 13
Basic seat operation through R-net control panel ...........................................................................15
Advanced seat operation through R-net control panel ...................................................................16
Recalling a seat position from memory .................................................................................... 16
Storing a seat position in memory ............................................................................................ 17
Standing function (only applies to VS Seat) ...................................................................................18
Standing operation through switchbox ...................................................................................... 18
Standing operation through Pilot+ joystick ................................................................................ 20
Chapter 2 – Programming ................................................................................................................ 21
General ............................................................................................................................................21
ICS Switchbox programming ..................................................................................................... 21
R-net control panel programming ............................................................................................. 21
PC programming ....................................................................................................................... 21
Configuring using the ICS Switchbox ..............................................................................................22
Global settings .......................................................................................................................... 22
Selecting a user weight range .................................................................................................. 22
Selecting the LED indication level ............................................................................................. 24
Switchbox label sheet ............................................................................................................... 25
Choosing a switchbox layout ..................................................................................................... 26
Other general settings ............................................................................................................... 28
Corpus II Specific attributes ............................................................................................................30
Setting legrest angle for speed reduction ................................................................................. 30
45° tilt calibration C400/C500 Corpus ....................................................................................... 32
Corpus 3G - Specific attributes ...................................................................................................... 33
IRM - Independent Repositioning Mode ................................................................................... 33
Setting of Corpus 3G Seat Depth ............................................................................................. 37
Corpus 3G on M300/M400 och C350 ....................................................................................... 38
Corpus VS /Corpus APE - Specific Attributes ................................................................................. 40
Setting up a Standing Sequence and Ground Clearance .......................................................... 40
VS Specific attributes ......................................................................................................................45
Choosing a standing sequence ................................................................................................. 45

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Contents
Setting legrest type ................................................................................................................... 51
Setting optional tilt ..................................................................................................................... 52
K450 Specific attributes ..................................................................................................................53
Enabling transport position mode ............................................................................................. 53
Setting optional tilt ..................................................................................................................... 54
Setting seat width and armrest type ......................................................................................... 55
Performing automatic actuator calibration ................................................................................. 57
Performing manual actuator calibration .................................................................................... 59
Transportation (WC19) mode hook position ............................................................................. 60
Configuring ICS through R-net control panel ................................................................................. 61
Enabling the ICS menu in OBP ................................................................................................ 61
Changing the seat function order in Seating Mode .................................................................. 62
Limiting the seat’s permitted movements ................................................................................. 63
Adjusting the seat position for speed reduction ........................................................................ 63
Adding or removing seat functions ........................................................................................... 64
Configuring functions for Alternative Switchbox ....................................................................... 65
Configuring ICS through R-net PC programmer ............................................................................ 66
Chapter 3 – Diagnostics & troubleshooting ....................................................................................67
Diagnostic LED indications .............................................................................................................67
Overview of the “user level” indications: .................................................................................... 67
“Diagnostic level” indications: .................................................................................................... 67
Seat elevator SoftPot error mode ....................................................................................................68
Chapter 4 – Servicing .........................................................................................................................69
ICS bus connections .......................................................................................................................69
APE-actuator Recalibration Mode....................................................................................................70
Switchbox replacement ...................................................................................................................71
Actuator replacement ......................................................................................................................71
General module replacement ..........................................................................................................71
Smart actuator calibration ...............................................................................................................72
Actuator calibration with SoftPot .....................................................................................................76
Emergency manual operation mode (take me down) .....................................................................78
Appendix 1 - Definition of seat function types .............................................................................. 80

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Chapter 1 - Operation
Introduction
General
The Intelligent Control System (ICS) controls the Powered Seat Functions and provides Drive Inhibit
information to the Driving System.
System Hardware
The Intelligent Control System consists of the following components. Please note, not all components
are used in all configurations.
ICS Master Module
Switchbox
Smart Actuator
General Module
SoftPot Position Sensor
Standard Actuator
Connector Block
ICS Bus Cable
Operation Introduction

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Pushbutton Switchbox
Controls and Feedback
Controls and Feedback
There are two styles of ICS Switchbox, Pushbutton or Toggle, each offers the same functionality
Toggle Switchbox
Switchbox Layout
The functionality of the buttons in the switchbox is programmable. Different switchbox layouts are
available for each seating system. Samples of these layouts are below, more information on selecting a
layout is found in the Choosing a Switchbox Layout section of the Programming chapter.
Operation Controls and Feedback

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Icons
The ICS uses Icons to represent Seat Functions and System Features. Each Icon used in the ICS is
explained below. Please note that not all icons are used in every seat configuration.
Seat Elevator Power Recline Power Anterior Tilt
Standing Sequence
‘A’ Power Tilt
(Posterior Only) Standing Sequence
‘B’
Elevating Legrest “Swap” Memory Mode
Operation Controls and Feedback

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Switchbox LEDs
In addition to the button symbols, the switchbox provides feedback through its built-in LEDs. Each
button and function has its own LED.The information presented by the LEDs is related to available seat
function, active seat function inhibit, active drive speed limit, active drive inhibit and system errors.
There are three light states that the LED above the switch can have, Off, Solid or Flashing.A solid LED
communicates drive-related information. A flashing LED communicates actuator-related information.
There are three colors that the LED above the switch can have, Green, Yellow or Red. A green LED
communicates“ok”,“ready” or“go” (i.e.full speed).A yellow LED communicates some kind of restriction.
(i.e. half speed). A red LED communicates some kind of stop or error. (i.e. drive inhibit).
The states and the colors of the LEDs give information about the system and the actual situation.Below
are some examples:
Seat Function Icon is “OFF”
This signifies that the seat function is not currently active.The selection of
the Left/Right seat functions is toggled with the Swap Switch.
Seat Function Icon is “GREEN” (solid)
This signifies that the seat function is responsive, activating the switch
below the icon will move the seat function. This also shows that this seat
function is not limiting the Drive Speed of the chair.
Seat Function Icon is “YELLOW” (solid)
This signifies that the seat function is responsive, activating the switch
below the icon will move the seat function. But, the chair Drive Speed is
Limited due to the position of this function.
Seat Function Icon is “RED” (solid)
This signifies that the seat function is responsive, activating the switch
below the icon will move the seat function. But, the chair Drive is Inhibited
due to the position of this actuator.
Seat Function Icon is “FLASHING GREEN”
This indication signifies a special or extended feature. i.e. Memory Mode.
Seat Function Icon is “FLASHING YELLOW”
The Seat Function is Inhibited in one direction, due to a safety limit.
This signifies that the seat function is responsive, however, activating the
switch below the icon will only move the seat function in the “safe” direction.
Seat Function Icon is “FLASHING RED”
This signifies that there has been an error detected with the Seat Function.
Since there are several error conditions, activating the switch below the
icon may not operate the seat function. It is recommended to note the
seat position and what occurred just before the RED Flash began, as this
information can aid your service representative.
Operation Controls and Feedback

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Switchbox LED Colors and their meanings
Basic Seat Operation through
Switchbox
Controlling Seat Functions
The Seating System Power Functions can
be controlled via the ICS Switchbox. The ICS
Switchbox has eight switches (pushbuttons or
toggles) and eight LEDs as seen below.
Depending on the Switchbox Layout that has
been selected and the mode that the Switchbox
is currently in, the functionality of each switch can
be different.
When using the ICS Switchbox, it is important to
note the Position, Color and “Light Type” (Solid/
Flashing) of the LEDs that illuminate the Icons on
the Switchbox.
These different characteristics communicate the
current switchbox mode and which seat function a
particular switch will control.
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All OK
Drive Full Speed.
SOLID
GREEN
NO
LED
Special Mode
(Memory /
Configuration)
FLASHING
GREEN
Seat OK
Drive Speed Limited.
SOLID
YELLOW
Safety Limit Reached
Will only move one
direction.
FLASHING
YELLOW
Seat OK
Drive Inhibited.
SOLID
RED
Actuator
Problem
Overcurrent,
Comm, etc.
Solid Colors
Communicate Drive Related
Information.
Flashing Colors
Communicate Actuator
Related Information.
LED Off
LASHING
RED
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Switchbox Examples
The indications on the switchbox above communi-
cate:
• Switches 2 & 6 will operate the Seat Elevator
• Switches 1 & 5 will not operate a Seat Function
• Switches 3 & 7 will operate the Legrest
(LEDs 1 & 2 are off.)
• Switches 4 & 8 will operate the Backrest
• The Seat Elevator position is limiting the
Chair’s Drive Speed. (LEDs 3 & 4 are solid
yellow.)
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The indications on the switchbox above
communicate:
• Switches 1 & 5 will operate Standing
Sequence Switch 4 will “swap” switches 2/6
& 3/7
• Switches 2 & 6 will operate the Backrest
(to enable operation of elevator and tilt)
• Switches 3 & 7 will operate the Legrest
Switch 8 will enter “memory mode”
• The Standing position is preventing the Chair
from Driving (LEDs 1 & 2 are solid red.)
The indications on the switchbox above
communicate:
• Switches 1 & 5 will operate Standing
Sequence Switch 4 will “swap” switches 2/6
& 3/7
• Switches 2 & 6 will operate the Seat Elevator
(to enable operation of backrest and legrest)
• Switches 3 & 7 will operate the Tilt Switch 8
will enter “memory mode”
Solid
Yellow Solid Green Solid Green
LED
Off
Solid
Green Solid Green
LED
Off
Solid
Red
LED
Off
LED
Off
LED
Off LED Off
LED
Off
Solid
Green
Solid
Green
Solid
Green
Operation Basic Seat Operation through Switchbox

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Advanced Seat Operation through Switchbox
Seat Function Memory Overview
The Seating System Power Functions can be controlled via the ICS Switchbox.The ICS Switchbox has
eight switches (pushbuttons or toggles) and eight LEDs as seen below.
Depending on the Switchbox Layout that has been selected and the mode that the Switchbox is currently
in, the functionality of each switch can be different.
When using the ICS Switchbox, it is important to note the Position, Color and “Light Type” (Solid/
Flashing) of the LEDs that illuminate the Icons on the Switchbox.
These different characteristics communicate the current switchbox mode and which seat function a
particular switch will control.
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Button 1-3 “RECALL”
Button 5-7 “RECALL”
Button 4 “Enable Store”
Button 8 “Enter/Exit
Memory mode”
NOTE: Only Seating Functions with Precise Position Feedback (Softpot, Smart Actuator, etc.) can
have their position stored and recalled using the memory function.
Operation Advanced Seat Operation through Switchbox

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Seat Function Memory Step-by-Step
Storing a Seating Position into Memory
Before beginning:
Position the seating system in the desired position using the techniques described in the Controlling
Seat Functions section.
This will be the position that will be stored using the following steps.
After the seating system is in the desired position:
1. Enter the memory mode by pressing and holding Button #8 for two seconds.
- the floppy symbol flashes green (this signifies that you are in the memory mode)
2. Enable memory position storage by pressing and holding Button #4 for two seconds.
- LED 7 will turn green, this signifies memory storage is activated
3. Store the position by pressing and holding one of the three store buttons (#5, #6, #7) for two seconds.
- a short beep will sound and the LED above the memory button briefly lights red, then changes
to solid green.
4. Exit the memory mode by pressing and releasing Button #8 once.
NOTE: Only Seating Functions with Precise Position Feedback (Softpot, Smart Actuator, etc.)
can have their position stored and recalled using the memory function.
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Button 5-7 “STORE”
Button 4 “Enable Store”
Button 8 “Enter/Exit
Memory mode”
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Seat Function Memory Step-by-Step
Recalling a Seating Position from Memory
1. Enter the memory mode by pressing and holding Button #8 for two seconds.
- the floppy symbol flashes green (this signifies that you are in the memory mode)
2. Recall the stored position by pressing and holding the recall button for the desired position
(#1, #2 or #3).
- Hold the recall button until the symbol above the button lights green. This confirms the
memory position has been reached and all actuator movement is stopped.
NOTE: The button can be released at any time to stop actuator movement.
3. Exit the memory mode by pressing and releasing Button #8 once.
NOTE: Only Seating Functions with Precise Position Feedback (Softpot, Smart Actuator, etc.)
can have their position stored and recalled using the memory function.
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Button 1-3 “RECALL”
Button 8 “Enter/Exit
Memory mode”
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Basic Seat Operation through R-net Control Panel
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Normal
PROFILE
MODE
Press Mode Button to access Seat Menu
Seating System movement can be
performed using the Joystick in the Control
Panel that operates the wheelchair drive
motors.
SeatingControlisaccessedvia the MODE
button on the Control Panel. Press and
release the MODE button until the seating
system icon appears in the LCD display.
Once the Seating System Icon appears
on the LCD display, push the joystick left
or right to select the seating function you
wish to control.
Once the desired seating function is
displayed on the LCD, push the joystick
forwardorbackwardtooperatetheseating
function.
Below is an example of the icons that can used to control a typical Corpus seating
system. The seating system icons that are displayed in the LCD will vary by seating
system and installed options.
Seat Elevator Recline Tilt Legrest
Below is an example of the icons that can be used to control a typical VS seating
system. The seating system icons that are displayed in the LCD will vary by seating
system and installed options.
Seat Elevator Recline Tilt Legrest Stand A
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Advanced Seat Operation through R-net Control Panel
2
Normal
PROFILE
MODE
Press Mode Button to access Seat Menu
Recalling a Seat Position from Memory
Seat Position Memories can be recalled using
the Joystick in the Control Panel that operates
the wheelchair drive motors. The Seat Position
Memories are part of the Seating Control Mode.
Seating Control Mode is accessed via the MODE
button on the Control Panel. Press and release the
MODE button until the seating system icon appears
in the LCD display.
Once the Seating System Icon appears on the
LCD display, push the joystick left or right to
select the memory location you wish to recall.
The memory recall icons are “after” the regular
seat function icons.
M1M2M3
Memory Position 1 Memory Position 2 Memory Position 3
NOTE: Memory Recall through the R-net JSM must be enabled via Wheelchair Builder before memory
can be accessed using the R-net Joystick Module.
Once the desired memory location is displayed
on the LCD (Memory 2 in this example), push
the joystick forward to move the seat to the
memorized position.
When actuator movement stops, the seating
system has reached the stored position.
M1
M2
M3
Push the joystick forward to move the seat
to the memorized position.
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2
Normal
PROFILE
MODE
Press Mode Button to access Seat Menu
Storing a Seat Position into Memory
Seat Position Memories can be stored using
the Joystick in the Control Panel that operates
the wheelchair drive motors. The Seat Position
Memories are part of the Seating Control Mode.
Seating Control Mode is accessed via the MODE
button on the Control Panel. Press and release the
MODE button until the seating system icon appears
in the LCD display.
NOTE! Before storing a seating position, it is
important that the seat is in the position you wish
to be memorized. Position the seat (via the ICS
Switchbox or R-net Joystick) before continuing
below.
Once in the Seating Mode, push the joystick left
or right to select the memory location you wish to
recall.
The memory recall icons are “after” the regular
seat function icons.
M1M2M3
Memory Position 1 Memory Position 2 Memory Position 3
NOTE: Memory Recall through the R-net JSM must be enabled via Wheelchair Builder before memory
can be accessed using the R-net Joystick Module.
Once the desired memory location is displayed
on the LCD (Memory 2 in this example), pull the
joystick backward to “enable” storing into this
memory location. An arrow is displayed next to the
M once “enabled”.
Complete the store process by pushing the joystick
forward. Keep holding forward until the “store”
arrow disappears. When the arrow is no longer
visible, the seat position was successfully stored.
If the store process was entered by mistake,
simply do not give a forward command to complete
the process. After 10 seconds, the memory mode
will be exited and the R-net Joystick’s display
will return to the first seat function (typically Seat
Elevator.)
M1
M2
M3
Pull the joystick backward to “enable” storing
into this memory location.
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Standing Function
(Only applies to VS Seat)
The VS Seating System is capable of transitioning
from a seated or partially reclined position to a fully
standing position via the use of an ICS Switchbox
button or through the Control Panel.
Standing Operation through Switchbox
Using the ICS Switchbox to operate the Standing
Sequence with Layout 2:
• Switch 1 will move the Standing Sequence UP
(to Stand the Chair)
• Switch 5 will move the Standing Sequence
DOWN (to unStand the Chair)
For clarity, LEDs for other switches are not shown
in this example.
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Using the ICS Switchbox to operate the Standing
Sequence with Layout 3:
• Switch 1 will move the Standing Sequence UP
(to Stand the Chair)
• Switch 5 will move the Standing Sequence
DOWN (to unStand the Chair)
For clarity, LEDs for other switches are not shown
in this example.
LED
Off LED Off LED Off
Solid
Green
LED
Off LED Off
LED
Off
Solid
Green
LED
Off
LED
Off
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Using the ICS Switchbox to operate the Standing
Sequence with Layout 4:
• Switch 1 will stand the chair according to
Standing Sequence ‘A’
• Switch 5 will unstand the chair according to
Standing Sequence ‘A’
For clarity, LEDs for other switches are not shown
in this example.
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• Switch 1 will stand the chair according to
Standing Sequence ‘B’
• Switch 5 will unstand the chair according to
Standing Sequence ‘B’
For clarity, LEDs for other switches are not shown
in this example.
LED
Off LED Off
LED
Off
LED
Off
LED
Off
LED
Off
Solid
Green
LED
Off LED Off
LED
Off
LED
Off
LED
Off
Solid
Green
LED
Off
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Pilot+ Joystick.
Standing Operation through Pilot+
Joystick (VS seat only)
Seat Movement of the VS Seating System can be
performed through the Joystick in the Control Panel
used to operate the wheelchair’s drive motors.
Seating Control is accessed via the MODE button
on the Control Panel. Press and release the MODE
button until one or more LEDs illuminate in the
wheelchair graphic printed on the Control Panel.
Once the Red LEDs illuminate in the wheelchair
graphic on the Control Panel:
• Use ‘Left’ or ‘Right’ Joystick Commands to
illuminate the appropriate LED combination for
the Seat Function you wish to operate.
Once the desired seat function is illuminated:
• push the Joystick ‘Forward’ to move that
function Forward/Up.
• push the Joystick ‘Backward’ to move that
function Backward/Down.
Operation Standing Function (Only applies to VS Seat)