Porter Powr-Touch 6 User manual

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Powr-Touch 6
Item No.’s:
12600-216, 12600-232, 12600-248, 12600-264,
12600-316, 12600-332, 12600-348, 12600-364
Operation Manual
© 2022 PORTER ATHLETIC, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
INST12600
8/11/2023

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INSTRUCTIONS: Dealer and/or Installation Supervisor,
Please give this book to the Owner/Customer
GUARANTEE
All materials and workmanship of basic materials are guaranteed to be free and
clear of defects. Defective material will be repaired or replaced, at our option,
subsequent to complete information being received by us concerning the nature
of the defect for a period of one year from the date established by the certificate
of occupancy or certificate of substantial completion, whichever shall occur first
or otherwise documented and signed by an officer of Porter Athletic, Inc.
NAME OF PROJECT:
NAME OF DEALER: NAME OF INSTALLATION COMPANY:
PHONE #: PHONE #:
Porter Order Number _________________________
Date of Scheduled Shipment _________________________
Date of Substantial Completion _________________________
The gymnasium equipment for this project has been custom fabricated according to the
Owner’s/Architect’s specification. Care has been taken to fabricate and install this
equipment to provide years of safe, satisfactory use and trouble free service.
The key to satisfactory service is proper operation and care. Should any malfunctions
occur, please notify your supervisor and call your local Porter Dealer or Representative.

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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page No. Description
2 . . . . . . . . Guarantee
OPERATION MANUAL
4 . . . . . . . . System Access
5 . . . . . . . . System Log-on
6 . . . . . . . . How to Control Equipment
7 . . . . . . . . Court Page Control Buttons
8 . . . . . . . . Settings page
9 . . . . . . . . Admin Settings
11 . . . . . . . . Programming Quick Courts
13 . . . . . . . . Equipment Icon Key
14 . . . . . . . . Troubleshooting

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SYSTEM ACCESS
Use a device on the same network as the Powr-Touch 6. A wireless device (such as a tablet or
laptop) connected to the primary local wifi network should be sufficient. A hardwired device
(such as a desktop PC) is also appropriate, as long as it is possible to see all equipment from
the location of the PC operator.
Open your internet browser (Chrome, Safari, etc.) on your operating device and type your Powr-
Touch 6 IP address into the address bar.
If your local wifi network is not available and you choose to use the PowrTouch6 network con-
nected to the unit, the IP address is 192.168.10.5.
Tap, click or press [Enter] to navigate to your Powr-Touch 6 login screen

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SYSTEM LOG-ON
To log onto the Powr-Touch 6 system, touch “Start”.
You will be taken to the screen where you can enter your access passcode. The default
passcode is “01234”.
Also on this page is the Caution regarding equipment use.
Read and understand this information:
By continuing to Login, you are agreeing to operate the equipment in accordance with
the on-screen directives and this manual. You assume total responsibility and risk
for using this device to control equipment.
Once you have entered your passcode and touched the “Login” button, you will proceed
to the Zone Selection Page or “Lobby”.
Improper use of Powr-Touch can result in electrical failure, unit fail-
ure, personal injury, or death.
Do not attempt to enter information or adjust the equipment without being
in the same room and in full view of the equipment.
Before operating equipment, clear the floor area around and beneath the
equipment. Ensure any height adjusters on overhead equipment to be
moved are first raised to maximum height.
Equipment must be operated by trained personnel only.
Proper maintenance will promote longevity and reduce possibility of acci-
dents.
Please refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual for further infor-
mation.
By logging in you agree to operate the equipment as instructed.
! CAUTION

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HOW TO CONTROL EQUIPMENT
To move equipment, each piece must be programmed using the arrow dashboards.
▪Green arrows raise/lower the equipment from the ceiling.
▪Blue arrows adjust the playing height of the equipment
(only active if the equipment is already lowered).
▪Yellow indicates the equipment will “hold” it’s current position.
▪Equipment CANNOT be raised/lowered form the ceiling AND adjust the playing
height at the same time.
To set a program, touch each arrow dashboard to toggle the equipment indicator between:
up, down, and hold positions.
Once the equipment program is set, you are ready to move equipment.
Using the Slide button, touch the button and slide to the right to move equipment.
Continue holding the button to the right until all equipment has fully moved to desired location.

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COURT PAGE CONTROL BUTTONS
The “Clear All Selections” button resets all arrow dashboards to the “HOLD” position (yellow).
The “Back” button takes you back to the “Lobby”.
Once back in the “Lobby”, the “Settings” button is available. It takes you to an Administration
Page to configure your system.
More details follow.

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SETTINGS PAGE
Equipment Use Tracker
The PowrTouch 6 tracks time of usage of the equipment and will alert you by making the set-
tings button turn red when a piece of equipment is due for maintenance. Details for equipment
usage are shown on the Equipment Use Tracker page. Additional functions are available when
logged in to ADMIN level.
Alarms
Similarly to the Equipment Use Tracker, the system will alert you by turning the settings button
red when there is an error in the system. The Powr-Touch 6 can detect wiring issues like miss-
ing neutrals or absence of power due to issues like tripped circuit breakers. Details are dis-
played on the Alarms page.
Facility Layout
Links to an image of the facility with the equipment types and intended relay numbers.
Dealer Service Info
This takes the user to the Porter Dealer locater or to a dealer specified page where the custom-
er can request or schedule service.
Back
Returns you to the previous page.
Admin Login
Takes you to the additional functions available at the ADMIN level. See the next page for more.

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ADMIN SETTINGS
Admin Login
The default passcode for the ADMIN functions is 56789.
Once you have logged in, you will see the Admin menu.

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ADMIN SETTINGS
Equipment Unit Assignment
The PowrTouch 6 has the ability to reassign which relay is programmed to which device. This
function should only be used by people familiar with the details of the system wiring.
Maintenance Admin Settings
Allows user to reset the Equipment Use Tracker alarms and adjust time between alarms.
User Management
Allows a new Passcode to be set for either the User or the Admin. Contact your Porter repre-
sentative in the case of a lost or forgotten passcode. Passcodes may be up to 12 numbers.
Allows the user to change the idle time of the system.
Network Configuration
Allows the user to view the system Network IP Address for the facility network and the integrat-
ed wireless access point. Changes may not be made from this page.
Sensor Settings
If the system is equipped with sensing height adjusters, the actual offset from standard playing
height (10’-0” for basketball, 7’-11 5/8” for volleyball) may be entered here.
Zone Settings
Allows the user to unlock all zones.
Back
Logs you out of Admin Mode.

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PROGRAMMING QUICK COURTS
You may program up to 7 Quick Courts per zone.
To program a Quick Court, hold on the Quick Court button that you wish to program for 3 seconds.
You will be taken to the Programming Page.
To set a program, touch each arrow dashboard to toggle the equipment indicator between:
up, down, and hold positions.
Once all equipment is set to desired location, touch “SAVE” to store these settings.

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PROGRAMMING QUICK COURTS
After completing the programming sequence and returning to the Court Page, the saved
Quick Court program can be accessed by simply touching the appropriate “Quick Court” button.

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EQUIPMENT ICON KEY
Backstop
Curtain
Overhead Volleyball
Indoor Batting Cage
Mat Mover

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Powr-Touch 6 Equipment Control System
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Unable to connect to system Ensure you are connected to the same network as the Powr-Touch
system (Ethernet or Wi-Fi). Ensure the ethernet cables are plugged
in. Ensure the router is powered on. Restart the system by flipping
the breaker marked “120V” if you still cannot connect to the system.
Selection moves the wrong
equipment
Ensure the correct relays are energizing in the control panel according
to the Unit Map and Wiring Diagram. If they are, make sure the field
terminal wiring to the motors is correct.
Selection moves equipment in
the wrong direction
Check that equipment winch is wrapping cable in the correct direction.
Equipment does not stop at
limits
Check that limits are set correctly and cable is wrapping correctly and
tightly on the drum.
Password doesn’t work The default password is 01234. If it was changed and forgotten,
contact your Porter Representative for a passcode reset file.
Equipment stops moving Check that the yellow “hold” square is not selected for the piece of
equipment.
Graphics are too small to see Use a screen with a diagonal dimension of at least 7”.
Equipment cannot be selected Make sure you have selected the correct zone before attempting to
move equipment.
Slider does not move
equipment.
Make sure the equipment is selected. If it is, make sure the relay is
activated when the slider is moved.
Screen shows PLC connection
error.
Power cycle the panel by flipping the breaker labeled “120V”.
If you experience any problems that you cannot solve, please contact Porter at [e-mail].

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INSTALLER NOTES