PowerTech PL500 User manual

FOR RESIDENTIAL
USER MANUAL
SLIDING GATE OPENERS
PL500 24V DC MOTOR

Applicant: Powertech Automation Inc.
Manufacturer: Timotion Technology Co., Ltd.
Address: Shiyong Minying Industrial Zone, Hengli Town, DongGuan City, GuangDong, China
Model: PL500, PR-1
1. Certificate of conformity of a product with the essential requirements art. 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
2. The above product has been tested with the listed standards and in compliance with the European Directive LVD
2006/95/EC.
3. The submitted sample of the above product has been tasted for CE marking according to the following European Directives:
2006/42/EC Machinery Directive.
Comply with the following Standards:
EN 301489-1 V1.8.1: 2008
EN 301489-3 V1.4.1: 2002
EN 300220-1 V2.1.1: 2006
EN 300220-2 V2.1.2: 2007
EN 60335-1: 2002+A11:2004+A1:2004+A12:2006+A2:2006+A13:2008
EN 60335-2-103: 2003
EN 62233: 2008
EN 12445: 2001
EN 12453: 2001
And also declare that the machinery may not be put into service until the machine, which will be integrated or become one of
the components, and announced to comply with the provisions as the required.
David Lan
(Deputy Managing Director)
Taiwan, Aug 23, 2013
Declaration of Conformity

INSTRUCTIONS PL500 SLIDING GATE OPENER USER MANUAL 1
INDEX
1. Warnings
2. Installation
2.1 Standard Installation Demonstartion
2.2 Description of Device
2.3 Dimension of Device
2.4 Installation of Motor Gear and Gear Rack
2.5 Checking for Installation
2.6 Emergency Release
3. Setup and Function Setting
3.1 Wire Connection
3.2 Transmitter Memorization and Erasing Process
3.3 System Learning, Reset Process and LED Display
3.4 Programmable Function Settings
3.5 Testing and Checking
3.6 SW2/SW6 Setting
3.6.1 Recognition of LED
4. Technical Characteriestics
4.1 Technical Data Sheet of Series
4.2 PH-1 Photocell Data Sheet
4.3 PR-1 Transmitter Data Sheet
4.4 PF-1 Flashing Light Data Sheet
4.5 PRB-1 External Receiver Box Data Sheet
5. Additional Information
5.1 Wire Connection of PH-1 Photocell (Safety Beam)
5.2 Wire Connection and Setting Of PRB-1 External Reciever Box
P. 2
P. 3
P. 3
P. 3
P. 4
P. 4
P. 5
P. 5
P. 6
P. 6
P. 7
P. 7
P. 8
P. 9
P.10
P.10
P. 11
P. 11
P. 11
P. 11
P. 11
P. 11
P.12
P.12
P.13

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1) Warnings
Please read this instruction manual carefully before the
installation of gate-automated system.
This manual is exclusively for qualified installation
personnel. Powertech Automation Inc. is not responsible for
improper installation and failure to comply with local
electrical and building regulations.
Keep all the components of PL500 system and this manual
for further consultation.
In this manual, please pay extra attention to the contents
marked by the symbol:
Be aware of the hazards that may exist in the procedures
of installation and operation of the gate-automated
system. Besides, the installation must be carried out in
conformity with local standards and regulations.
If the system is correctly installed and used following all
the standards and regulations, it will ensure a high degree
of safety.
Make sure that the gates work properly before installing
the gate-automated system and confirm the gates are
appropriate for the application.
Do not let children operate or play with the
gate-automated system.
Do not cross the path of the gate-automated system when
operating.
Please keep all the control devices and any other pulse
generator away from children to avoid the gate-automated
system being activated accidentally.
Do not make any modifications to any components except
that it is mentioned in this manual.
Do not try to manually open or close the gates before you
release the gear motor.
If there is a failure that cannot be solved and is not
mentioned in this manual, please contact qualified
installation personnel.
Do not use the gate-automated system before all the
procedures and instructions have been carried out and
thoroughly read.
Test the gate-automated system weekly and have
qualified installation personnel to check and maintain the
system at least every 6-month.
Install warning signs (if necessary) on both sides of the
gate to warn the people in the area of potential hazards.

2.1 Standard Installation Demonstration
1. 24V DC sliding motor
2. Transmitter
3. Safety photo sensor
4. Flashing light
a. Operation gear
b. Limit switch device
c. 24Vdc motor
d. Back-up batteries (Optional)
e. Release device
f. Control panel
g. Terminals of devices
2. Installation:
3
4
2
3
e
f
g
a
b
c
d
2.2 Description of Device
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2.3 Dimension of Device
2.4 Installation of Motor Gear and Gear Rack
>100
25
50>25
1~2m
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2.5 Checking for Installation
2.6 Emergency Release
In the case of power failure for emergency release of the motor, please follow the procedure
as below:
Step1. Push the lid of release chamber and move rightward
Step2. Insert the key and turn counterclockwise to unlock the device.
Step3. Turn counter-clockwise of the bar to release the motor
To restore the automation, simply reverse the above procedure.
Step1. Step2. Step3.
NO OK
DXSX
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3.1. Wire Connection
3. Setup and Function Setting:
If the LED display is in normal performing refer to “4.2.1”, you can control the gate by either transmitters or the button
on the board: “UP”-clockwise moving, “SET”- stop and “DOWN”- Counterclockwise moving.
6
6 7 9
9
6 8 9
6 9
10 11
PPB-1
PPB-1, PKS-1:
PKS-1
SW1
SW3
SW4
SW5
3 4
PF-1
PF-1
AC INPUT
12345678910
1
23456
AC INPUT
1234567891011
1
23456
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LED1 Photocells
LED2 Photocells
LED3 RF Learn
AC INPUT
1234567891011121314
1
23456
ON
OFF
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Close
Stop
GND
Pb
Ph+
Ph2
Ph1
GND
EXT-
EXT+
GND
+13.75
Light
Open
AC INPUT
1234567891011
1
23456

3.2 Transmitter Memorizing and Erasing Process
3.3 System Learning, Reset Process, and LED Display
(1) To Complete the System Learning:
Step1: Press “SET”; then press “SET” + “DOWN” for 3 seconds, and the LED display shows “LEA”
Step2: Press left button (A) on time, the LED display should show “ARN”
Step3: The gate goes to Auto-learning, please wait for the learning process to be completed
(2) To Reset Factory Setting:
Press UP and DOWN for 3 seconds, and the LED display shows “CLR”
(1) Transmitter Memorizing: Press “RF Learn” button for 2 seconds, and the LED3 is on; then press the transmitter
left button (A); the LED3 will blink twice and then be off. The transmitter learning is completed.
(2) Erasing Memory: Press "RF Learn" button for 5~6 seconds as LED3 is on, then wait for LED3 off.
LED 3
2 Sec
LED 3
blink twice LED 3 OFF
1 3
121314
LED1
LED2
LED3
ON
OFF
Press
1~3 Sec
Press
3 Sec
Push
1 2 3
4 5 6
14
LED1
LED2
LED3
ON
OFF
234567891011121314
LED1
LED2
LED3
ON
OFF
Push
3 seconds
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LED Display Programmable Functions LED Display Programmable Functions
“N-L”: The PL500 system learning is not done. “LEA”: Enter learning mode and then wait for
learning instructions.
“CLR”: Reset Factory Setting.
“ARN”: The system learning is in progress.
The Auto-learning process of gate moving:
“Gate open to the end- stop close to the
end- stop.”
“RUN”: The PL500 system is in normal
operation To program, press SET button for 3
seconds, when the LED display change from
RUN to F1, press UP or DOWN to change
function settings (F1 to FA). Then press SET
to enter the sub function within each group,
press UP or Down to select sub functions
and press SET for confirmation.
! CAUTION: Before proceeding to system learning, the transmitter memorizing process has to be completed.
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1 2
4 5
6
3
2
3
14
LED1
LED2
LED3
ON
OFF
AB
AB
2

3.4 Programmable Function Settings
F3
F4
F5
F6
F7
F8
F9
FA
F5-1
F5-2
F5-3
F5-4
F5-5
F5-6
F5-7
F5-8
F5-9
F6-0
F6-1
F6-2
F6-3
F6-4
F6-5
F7-0
F7-1
F8-1
F8-2
F8-3
F8-4
F9-1
F9-2
F9-3
F9-4
FA-0
FA-1
FA-2
FA-3
LED Display Definition Function Value Description
The reactions of the
photocells/ safety
edge/ loop detector
when detecting
obstacles
Motor Speed
Motor Over Current
Setting
Pedestrian Mode
Pre-flashing
Deceleration point
programming of total
travel distance
Deceleration Speed
(of learning speed)
Auto - Reverse when
object impacted
3 seconds
6 seconds
9 seconds
12 seconds
15 seconds
18 seconds
The flashing light blinks when
the gate starts to move.
The flashing light blinks 3
seconds before the gate starts
to move.
75%
80%
85%
90%
100%
80%
50%
30%
No Auto - reverse
1 second
3 seconds
Reverse to the end
Please refer to page 9,
F3 settings
F3-1
F3-2
F3-3
Light Heavy
Light Heavy
Light Heavy
Light Heavy
Light Heavy
Light Heavy
Light Heavy
Light Heavy
Light Heavy
1. The factory setting is “F3-1”.
1. The function can adjust the
running force of motor to be
compatible with the gate weight.
2. The factory setting is "F5-4".
3. The motor force value:
F5-1: 2A F5-6: 7A
F5-2: 3A F5-7: 8A
F5-3: 4A F5-8: 10A
F5-4: 5A F5-9: 13A
F5-5: 6A
4. As over current setting
1. The function can adjust the time
of opening partially.
2. The factory setting is "F6-1".
3. Press button B on the remote to
operate the pedestrian mode.
1. The factory setting is "F7-0".
1. The factory setting is “F8-1”.
1. The factory setting is “F9-2”.
1. The factory setting is “FA-3”.
F1
F2
Options of Gate
Opening direction
Automatic Closing
F1-0
F1-1
F2-0
F2-1
F2-2
F2-3
F2-4
F2-5
F2-6
F2-7
F2-8
Clockwise Opening
Counterclockwise Opening
No automatic closing
5 seconds
15 seconds
30 seconds
45 seconds
60 seconds
80 seconds
120 seconds
180 seconds
1. The function can adjust the dir
ection of gate opening.
2. The factory setting is "F1-1".
1. This function can cause the gate
to close automatically after the
paused time.
2. The factory setting is "F2-3”:
30secs as the pause time.
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*Note: System learning/ starting midway speed is roughly 20% slower than normal operation.
Speed 1
50%
70%
85%
100%
Speed 2
50%
60%
70%
80%
1. The function can adjust the running
speed of motor.
2. Speed 1: Motor full speed; Speed 2:
Speed during learning mode (of full speed)
3. The factory setting is “F4-4.”
F4-1
F4-2
F4-3
F4-4

3.5 Testing And Checking
Make sure the notices included in 1.1 General safety precaution “WARNINGS” has been carefully observed.
● Release the gearmotor with the proper release key.
● Make sure the gate can be moved manually during opening and closing phases with a force of max.
390N (40 kg approx.)
● Lock the gearmotor.
● Using the Key selector switch, push button device or the radio transmitter, test the opening, closing and
stopping of the gate and make sure that the gate is in the intended direction.
● Check the devices one by one (photocells, flashing light, key selector, etc.) and confirm the control unit
recognizes each device.
Gate Status
Closed
Open
Stop during moving
Closing
Opening
Photocell 2
Stop opening
No effect
Stop opening
No effect
Closes the leaf
Photocell 1
No effect
Open
No effect
Reloads automatic closing time
Reloads automatic closing time
Photocell 1/ Photocell 2
Stop opening
Locks and, on release, reverses to open
Locks and, on release, continues opening
Logic F3-1 The reactions of the photocells when detecting obstacles
Gate Status
Closed
Open
Stop during moving
Closing
Opening
Safety Edge
Stop opening
Stop opening/ closing
Reverses to open for 2 seconds
Reverses to close for 2 seconds
Photocell 1
No effect
Reloads automatic closing time
Open
No effect
Reloads automatic closing time
Logic F3-2 The reactions of the safety edge/ photocell when detecting obstacles
Gate Status
Closed
Open
Stop during moving
Closing
Opening
Loop Detector
Open
Open
Open
Open
Photocell 1
No effect
Reloads automatic closing time
Open
No effect
Reloads automatic closing time
Logic F3-3 The reactions of the loop detector/ photocell when detecting obstacles
● F3 function settings:
● The position of safety devices:
Photocell 1 / Photocell 2
Photocell
Safety Edge
Photocell 1
or
Photocell 1
Loop Detector
Photocell 2
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3.6 SW2/SW6 Setting:
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
PH2 Ph2 Stop D C
SW6
SW2
1 2 3 4 5 6
SW6 Dip Switch
Dip Switch
1
2
3
Setting
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
ON
OFF
Device
Ph1
Ph2
Stop
Description
Ph1 NOT connected
PH2 connected
Ph2 NOT connected
Ph2 connected
Stop NOT connected
Stop connected
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2 channel transmitter
4 channel transmitter
(Optional)
Button A(left): Open-Stop-Close-Stop
Button B(right): External Device
Button A(left): Open-Stop-Close-Stop
Button B(right): External Device
Button A(left): Open-Stop-Close-Stop
Button B(right): Pedestrian Mode
Button A(left): Open-Stop-Close-Stop
Button B(right): Pedestrian Mode
Button C(up):
External Device
Button D(down):
No Function
Button C(up):
Pedestrian Mode
Button D(down):
No Function
Transmitter SW2 Dip Switch on SW2 Dip Switch off
SW6 Dip Switch 4 on, Dip Switch 5 off SW6 Dip Switch 4 on, Dip Switch 5 off
Button C(up):
No Function
Button D(down):
External Device
Button C(up):
No Function
Button D(down):
Pedestrian Mode
SW6 Dip Switch 4 off, Dip Switch 5 on SW6 Dip Switch 4 , Dip Switch 5 on
LED1 Photocells
LED2 Photocells
LED3 RF Learning
LED1 will be on when the first pair of the photocells are activated.
LED2 will be on when the second pair of the photocells are activated.
LED3 will be on when RF-learn button is pressed.
LED Indication Descriptions
3.6.1 Recognition of LED

4.3 PR-1 Transmitter Data Sheet
4.4 PF-1 Flashing Light Data Sheet
Application
Frequency
Coding
Buttons
Power Supply
Operating Temperature
Dimension
Radio transmitter
433.92Mhz
Rolling code
2, for single-gate or dual-gate operation
3V with one CR2032 button type lithium battery
-20℃~+50℃
71.5mm * 33mm * 14mm
Application
Installation
Operating Temperature
Dimension
For outdoor use
Wall mounted vertically
-20℃~+50℃
85mm * 60.5mm * 40.5mm
Power Supply
Radio Frequency
Max. remote memorized
Dimensions
Output terminals
12V ~ 24V ac/dc
433.92Mhz
200pcs
106mm* 53mm* 20mm (L*W*H)
Output 1 & Output 2
4.5 PRB-1 External Receiver Box Data Sheet
4.2 PH-2 Photocell Data Sheet
4. Technical Characteristics:
Detection type
Operating distance
Response time
Input voltage
Operating Temperature
Protection class
Dimension
Through beam
25 meters
100ms
AC/DC 12~24V
-20℃~+60℃
IP54
96mm * 45mm * 43mm
4.1 Techanical Data Sheet Of Series
Worm Gear
5500N
5000N
3800 RPM
60W
24 Vdc
3A
500kg
6 Meters
5.5A for Maximum 10 secs
-20oC~+50oC
250 X 170 X 265
8 kg
21.9 cm / sec
PL500
Motor
Gear type
Peak thrust
Nominal thrust
Engine RPM
Absorbed Power
Power supply
Nominal input power
Maximum gate weight
Maximum gate length
Maximum operating current
Operating Temperature
Dimension LxWxH mm.
Weight
Speed
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5. Additional Information:
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5.1. PHOTOCELL INSTALLATION GUIDE
The safety photocells are security devices for control automatic gates. Consist of one transmitter and one receiver
based in waterproof covers; it is triggered while breaking the path of the beams.
INSTALLATION:
Wire Connection of PH-2 Photocells See figure 4(2)
TX: Connect terminals 1 and 2 on the transmitter with the terminals Ph+ and GND on the P600B PCB.
RX: Connect terminals 1, 2 and 4 on the receiver with the terminals Ph+, GND and Ph1 on the P600B PCB.
And use an extra wire to connect terminals 2 and 5 on the receiver as a bridge.
Detection Method
Sensing Range
Input Voltage
Response Time
Emitting Element
Operation Indicator
Dimensions
Output Method
Current Consumption Max
Water Proof
Through Beam
25M
AC/DC 12~24V
100MS
IR LED
Red LED(RX): ON(When Beam is Broken), Green(TX):ON
96*45*43mm
Relay Output
TX: 35MA/Rx: 38MA (When beam aligned properly);
TX: 35MA/ Rx: 20MA (When beam is broken)
IP54
RX
RX
Lens
Beam Alignmnet
Indicator
Power Led
Indicator
Terminal Block
Power
Terminal Block
COM
N.C.
N.O.
GND
DC (12~24V)
GND
DC (12~24V)
TX
TX
SPECIFICATION:
Figure 4(3)
Figure 4(2)
Figure 4(1)
1 2 3 4 5
1 2 3 4 5 1 2
1 2

1. Situation:
In order to use one 4 channel remote to operate with additional device besides the original gate automation system.
Install a receiver box to connect with the 2nd device (such as another Powertech Slider)
or the 3rd device (Such as garage automation system)
Original gate automation: Using Button A & B (Pedestrian Mode) on the remote to control gate opener
2nd device: Install an external receiver box, connect output 1 to the 2nd device (such as another Slider, shown as
below) use button C on the same remote to control the 2nd device
3rd device: install an external receiver box, connect the output 2 to the 3rd device (such as garage door), use the
Button D now to operate.
2. Wire Connection:
a. After connect all necessary cables properly , press
Test Button to exam if the output 1 is working, the
gate opener should operate.
b. If Output 1 is functional, press and hold Learn Button
for 1 second, the LED light should be “ON”
* If the LED does not respond, please check the
cable connection again
c. Press and hold Button C on the remote for 1 second
after the LED is “ON”. The remote completed the
memorizing process when LED light turns “OFF”
3. Device Testing & Remote Memorization
a. Orange cable (Signal 1) connect to terminal 10 (Pb) on the control board
b. Blue cable (GND) connect to terminal 11 (GND) on the control board
c. Red cable (12V/24V ac/dc) connect to terminal 9 (Ph+) on the control board
d. Black cable (GND) connect to terminal 11 (GND) on the control board
PRB-1 Receiver
5.2 Wire Connection and Setting of PRB-1 External Reciever Box
Orange
Blue
Yellow
Green
Red
Black
-Signal 1
-GND
-Signal 2
-GND
-12V/24V
-GND
Output 1 (Normally Open Relay)
Output 2 (Normally Open Relay)
12V - 24V AC/DC
RB1 Receiver Box
Orange
Blue
Yellow
Green
Red
Black
-Signal 1
-GND
-Signal 2
-GND
-12V/24V
-GND
9 10 11
GND
Pb
Ph+
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LED Light
Learn Button Test Button
Output 1
Invalid Button
Invalid Button

Press and hold learn button on the receiver box
for 10 seconds.
PR-2
Powertech Automation Inc.
Output 1 operation
LED Light Output 2 operation
Single-gate
operation
for Powertech
gate openers
Dual-gate
operation
for Powertech
gate openers
4. Memory Erasing
Please refer to figure 5.2.1
5. 4 Channel Transmitter Operation
Figure 5.2.1
AB
C
D
34100-095-B