Sun Power XP Series User manual

Australian made XP SERIES Automatic Gate Operators
Energy saving
Solar & Electric - Auto Gate Operators
Installation Guide & D I Y Owner’s Manual
Please DO NOT attempt installation
without reading &then following this manual
Technical support is available if, after having read these instructions, you require assistance
This Instruction Booklet/Owner’s Manual, should be retained by Gate owner for future reference.
Further copies are available on the web site
Take your time - Read the Manual - Get it right
Call us if you need help - Enjoy the benefits
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Contents:
Dear Installer/Owner 1 - 2
Introduction 1 - 2
Installation
Standard Installation 2 - 3
Installation Procedure 2 - 8
Side Mount Installation 7 - 8
Restricted side room 7 - 9
Out-swing Installation 7 - 9
Pre-wiring plus Control Board & Settings:
Important Note 2
Auto Close, Multi-user 10
Settings - Overloads 10
Trimpots –Locations/Functions 11
Circuit board diagram 240V 12
Circuit board diagram Solar 13
L.E.D Sequence 14
Anti-clash leaf delay 15
SOLAR wiring detail 16
Options:
Push Buttons [PB] 15
Electric Lock [EL] 17
Photoelectric Safety [PE], Antenna 17
Troubleshooting/Radio Receiver/Transmitters
Trouble Shooting 18
Radio Receiver [Rx] 19
Radio Transmitters[Tx] 19
Antenna [Ant] 19
Specifications/Dimensions 19
Sun -Power Auto Gates reserves the right to make upgrades & alterations without notice

Dear Installer/Owner
Your Australian Made SUN-POWER XP Series Auto Gate Operator has been designed and built to make
installation simple and maintenance almost Non - existent.
To save you time, and make installation easier, The Circuit Board is pre-wired & placed under the powder
coated, steel weatherproof cover together with the Motor/Gears/Battery/Radio receiver etc, this means
that you do not have to spend extra time wiring up to a separate control box. Likewise the radio receiver is
also connected and the 3 remote controls are pre-programmed.
Circuitry for most options is already included. You simply have to connect up the external devices such as
Solar Panel, Antenna, Push buttons etc.
The design features, in the SUN-POWER XP Series Gate Operators, will save you time on site, and the
installation will be neat & tidy.
Apart from its physical attributes the control circuit has some powerful operating features. These can be
adjusted on site, without modification to suit a range of situations.
This Manual should answer most of your questions regarding the installation and operation of the SUN-
POWER XP Gate Operator. If further information is required, please email, fax, phone or write to us.
Note:
Primary [Master] Operator has a Circuit Board [Primary Operator can be installed on LH or RH]
Secondary [Slave] Operator does NOT have circuit board
Introduction:
The SUN-POWER XP Series INTELLIGENT Automatic Gate Operator is an electronically controlled Automatic
Gate Operator for swing gates. An excellent range of quality features are built in to the XP Series Operators
and a selection of options is also available.
The Sun-Power XP Series Operators can be used in a variety of situations.
240V AC • SOLAR Power •12V AC/DC
Single Gate or Pair of Gates •Normal or Restricted side-room applications
Where a Gate is require to swing beyond 90° and up to 130° [Or less than 90º]
The powerful control system gives the flexibility to change some important characteristics of the operation.
Including …………..
Signal to close • Automatic close • Sensitivity to obstacles • Multi-user function
The control system also allows for the addition of the following options.
Push Buttons • Photoelectric cells • Digital Keypads • Electric Locks etc
For all its sophistication the Sun-Power XP Series Auto Gate Operator is extremely reliable and its’rugged
construction ensures a long trouble free life.
1.

This SUN-POWER XP Auto gate Operator has undergone rigorous factory load testing and has been
passed as ready for site installation.
Please ensure that you read ALL of these instructions, plus any other instructions supplied, then
simply follow Instructions step by step.
Take your time - Read the Manual –Get it right –Enjoy the benefits
IMORTANT NOTE [Warning]: Do NOT alter any pre-wiring of circuit board [except motor polarity* when
necessary]. Altering Pre-wiring [except motor polarity*] will compromise your warranty
* ALL power [240v/Solar/battery] must be disconnected before attempting to change motor polarity
XP Series Swing Gate Operators are suitable for and guaranteed, when they are correctly hinged and
operate smoothly and evenly*.
* XP Series Gate operators will drive a variety of Gate Styles, Sizes & Weights. Suitability is dependent on
the quality of hinging and the force required, at One Metre from the hinge center-point, to open and close
the gate. 15 Kg is the maximum for gates opening IN [PULL] and 7.5 Kg for gates opening OUT [PUSH]
240V Power, Solar Panel or Battery must not be connected until appropriate [see item 6 page 6] or if you do
not understand any of the instructions, or have any doubts, then please Fax [phone] or Email your
queries [e-mail] or ring us on 02 6280 4655 re your concerns before you apply power to
the unit or you may void your warranty
DO NOT connect the RED Spade Terminal to the Battery until you are ready to set the Limit Switches. The
RED Spade Terminal is supplied, disabled* from the Battery. [* i.e. Not connected to the Battery]
The last item to be connected is the SOLAR PANEL, do this after ALL other settings and adjustments have
been made.
Important: [Battery change - Circuit board posts - Motor polarity change ]
Before moving the circuit board for any reason [or changing motor polarity], including when changing the
Battery, you must ensure that ALL Power from any 240v/ Battery/ Solar Panel is disconnected to avoid
damage to the circuit board. The Circuit board is supplied mounted on top of 4 nylon ‘posts’ please ensure
these ‘posts’ remain in place and circuit board is correctly located on top of these posts.
Ensure that there are NO loose wire strands when disconnecting and connecting any wires.
Do not expose control board or any electronic circuitry to Rain/Moisture etc .
Surface insecticide spray/ant sand/moth balls must not be applied onto any electronic circuitry.
All cabling must not be run in conjunction with any high voltage cables or electric fencing –if in doubt, seek advice
from a qualified Electrician in Your State or Territory.
Installation:
Standard Installation. [PULL]
A “Standard Installation” is one where gate[s] open in - ie; swinging INWARD toward the Motor Housing.
Generally the gate hinge should be no more than 200mm* from the rear of the Pier/Post/Pillar, ask us for
advice if this distance is greater.
Side room of 350mm is normally required to accommodate the swing of the arms. Refer to Pages 7/8/9 if
there is restricted side room [See fig 1] some pictures of restricted side-room installation are in the
“image gallery at “www.sungateaustralia.net
2.

Installation procedure:
1.
Ensure that the gates swing freely and that all existing latches/padbolts/Chains etc are disabled or removed
from the gate & Gate posts
2.
When using a 240v Unit [XP 100 or XP 100/300] the Master operator [the one containing the Circuit Board]
should be fitted to the Gate Post nearest the Power Supply.
Remove the cover, from the XP Operator [taking care that you DO NOT expose circuit board to
moisture] to access the slotted fixing holes cut in the rear of the Chassis. Bend the tabs out and
bend them back against the rear of the chassis, in this position they act a spacers allowing clearance
for the cover[s] NOTE: [Do not remove these tabs –just bend them out and fold them to the back]
[Unless you are using the optional XP-MP Mounting Plate]
3.
Position each unit on the gate post/pier/pillar[s]
The Vertical position is found by locating the gate bracket. The Gate bracket is best placed where there is
adequate fixing on the gate and movement of the arms is unrestricted [See Fig. 2]
The XP Auto Gate Operator[s] may now be bolted in place.

3.
4. If you have a Pair of Gates then……….
Connect the Slave to the Master Unit with 2 Core Flex-Cable [Max load draw 8
Amp at 12 Volts] [Fig.8 cable - .75mm sq –24/.020 minimum] See Fig. 3
All cabling must not be run in conjunction with any high voltage cables or electric
fencing –if in doubt, seek advice from a qualified Electrician in Your State or
Territory. 4.

The XP Operators are set in the factory for a “Standard PULL Installation” When the Master is placed
on the LEFT HAND SIDE [from the inside [motor side] –looking out] the wiring is Brown above Blue
[refer also to pages 12 & 13]
When the Master is located on the RIGHT HAND SIDE [from the inside [motor side] –looking out] then the
motor wires need to be reversed. ie; BLUE above BROWN.
To accomplish this, locate the connection blocks for each motor on the Circuit board. Swap* the
BROWN & BLUE wires for Motor 1 [& Motor 2 if a pair of gates] [See Figure 3 above].
* ALL power [240v/Solar/battery] must be disconnected before attempting to change motor polarity
5. Location of Gate Bracket on Gate:
The Gate bracket should be positioned on the gate so that the arms are ALMOST in a straight line
when the gates are closed [See Figure 4] To check the location of the gate brackets, first disengage
the Main arm from the drive shaft [Using the spanner provided, unscrew the bolt until the arm
swings freely] Then clamp the gate bracket in position. Open and close the gate to ensure the gate
bracket is appropriately located.
5.

6. Now you can Connect power to the Master Operator and connect the Battery
7. The Limit Switches may now be adjusted [If necessary] [See figure 5.] Each of the Master and Slave
Operators has its’own pair of cams, one to set the open position & one to set the closed position.
Firstly mark the position of each cam as a reference. Loosen the screw holding the Cams.
Operate the XP Operator with the transmitter & NOTE which cam controls the opening and which cam
operates the closing motion. [The Cam lobe activates a Limit Switch to turn off the Motor]
re-position each Cam and operate the XP again. Repeat until the Gates open & close to the required
positions.
6.

Side Mount Installation [For IN-Swing and OUT-Swing Gates:
The XP Operator may be mounted sideways, with the long side against the Pier/Post, for extra flexibility.
This feature is very useful for situations where… [Refer to Figure 6]
The Gate must swing in further than 90 degrees
The Gate swings outward.
The Gate swing outward & it is positioned at least 400mm forward of the back of the Pier/Post
Note: See also section on Out-swing Installation [Page 9].
When side mounting, each XP Operator should be fitted to the Pier/Post with its output shaft close to the
gate hinge. With this in mind the “Standard Installation” instructions may now be followed.
Special cover sets with backing plate[s] are available, and must be used for SIDE MOUNT installation.
Restricted Side Room Installation: [Achieving a side room of 150mm is possible in many situations.]
This term is applied to the situation where the movement of the Standard Arms cannot be accommodated
within the side room available. [www.sungateaustralia.net - Images Gallery]
In most situations this problem can be overcome by cutting down the secondary arm [The link joining the
Gate to the Primary arm]. This new length can be approximated by the following procedure.
i. Move the Primary Arm to a position suitable for the closed gate.
Remembering that in the closed position the Primary & Secondary arms must stop short of a
straight line alignment [See figure 7]
7.

Restricted Side Room Installation - Continued:
ii. Mark a point on the gate suitable for the gate bracket. Holding the gate bracket in position,
measure the distance between the hole centers on the gate bracket & Primary arm.
iii. Now move the primary arm to its maximum open position. Open the gate & measure the
distance again [See figure 8].
iv. If the length has changed then the gate bracket must be repositioned & the same process
repeated until the dimension remains the same for both positions.
Be careful that the Secondary arm does not conflict with the drive shaft of the Primary arm.
-/Continued on Page 9
8.

Restricted Side Room Installation - Cont.
v. Once the dimension is consistent a new hole can be drilled in the Secondary arm &
the arm trimmed to suit. The gate bracket & secondary arm should now be fitted.
Out - Swing Installation [PUSH]
In this type of installation the gate swings outward or away from the XP Operator to the open position.
[See Page 7 figure 6 - Dwg. 2, 3]
Several factors must be considered to determine the most suitable arm length. These include
The drive through width required - The Placement of the XP Gate Operator -The location of the
gate on the Post/Pier/Pillar . Direct support is available from SUN-POWER in these situations.
[Photos and/or drawings will assist]
For assistance [if required] please provide a drawing [Mud map] of your situation showing all possible
measurements. Width between Piers/Posts/Pillars -Size of Piers/Posts - Single or Double Gates -
Position of hinges on Piers/Posts/Pillars
Note: The polarity of the Motor connections may need to be reversed for Out- swing operation.
* ALL power [240v/Solar/battery] must be disconnected before attempting to change motor polarity
Ensure that there are NO loose wire strands when disconnecting and reconnecting any wires/cables
9.

Settings:
Important: ALL adjustments to DIALS/TRIMPOTS must be done slowly and carefully with a correctly
sized flat-blade screwdriver, the use of incorrect equipment to adjust DIALS/TRIM POTS can cause
damage and render circuit board unusable.
Auto Close
The Operator Control Board is supplied with a “JUMPER” installed on a 3 PIN Block. This allows the gate to
automatically close after a specific period. This period is adjustable. Ref. P 11 Fig.9 & P 12 - 13
i. Turn ‘Auto Close delay’ dial [Trimpot] Anti-clockwise to increase the hold-open time delay
before gate closes automatically
ii. Turn dial/trim pot Clockwise to shorten the hold-open time delay before gate closes automatically
This “JUMPER” fits onto any two of three “PINS”
• If fitted on “PINS” 1 & 2 the gate is set to close Automatically.
• If fitted on “PINS” 2 & 3 the gate will require a *signal to close [Standard factory setting]
• If there is NO “JUMPER” or it is lost unit will revert to standard factory setting
*Signal can be from Remote control [Transmitter] - Push Button –Keypad –Intercom etc
Multi-user Function: [Apartments –Flats –other Multi-user applications]
Where the XP Gate Operator is installed for Multi-users eg: Flats –Apartments etc.
There is a Jumper installed on a 3 Pin Block approx in the middle of the Main Control Board. If jumper is on pins 1 &
2 the Operator will not allow gate to close on a signal, it will continue to open position, time out then auto close. If
jumper is on pins 2 & 3 [Normal] a signal eg: from remote Control will reverse the direction of the Operator
Overloads:
The overloads [Ref.P 11 Fig 9 & P 12 - 13] are preset to maximum sensitivity, i.e; slight pressure will cause the
Operator to STOP if it is Opening or STOP & OPEN if it is closing.
Note: If these functions are reversed, i.e.: the gate STOPS when Closing & STOPS & Automatically REVERSES when
Opening, then the polarity of the Motor connections MUST be Reversed, and the Limit Switch Cams adjusted.
There is ONE overload for each gate, as indicated on the Main Circuit Board. To reduce the sensitivity on the Main
Circuit Board turn the overload dials in the Anti-Clockwise direction.
BE CAREFUL ! Large reductions in sensitivity may allow the gate[s] to exert excessive pressure on people or vehicles
trapped in the path of the gate[s]
Travel time:
There is a “TRAVEL TIMER” and a Yellow L.E.D & Dial/Trim pot located to the left of the Auto close jumper. This
should be set to approximately 5 to 10 seconds after full operation, ie; after gate[s] reach full travel on Limit Switches
in both OPEN & CLOSED position. [Refer. P.11 Fig.9. Also P12-13]
Travel time can be adjusted by turning* Dial/Trimpot Anti-clockwise to extend travel time and vice-versa.
*Always use correct sized flat blade screwdriver to avoid damage to Dials/trimpots
Green L.E.D -OPEN Position [Located above relay 4] RED L.E.D -CLOSE Position
10.

XP Series Auto Swing Gate Operator
Trim Pots - Settings, Locations and functions
There are Six [6] Trim Pots
1. R 1 Auto Close: Clockwise = Minimum time
2. R 2 Motor 1 Auto reverse: Clock wise = Less power
3. R 8 Motor 2 Auto reverse: Clockwise = Less power
4. Travel Time: Clockwise = Minimum time
5. R 24 Close delay: Clockwise = Maximum delay
6. R 27 Open delay: Clockwise = Maximum delay
Notes:
1. Please use appropriately sized flat blade screwdriver when making adjustments.
2. Use appropriate care when making sensitive adjustments
3. Caution: Using incorrect or wrong sized tools will damage of Trim Pots.
Top right
Bottom Left
Trim Pot Settings V.2 ©
11.
R1
O R2 O
O R8 O
Travel time
R 24 O
R 27 O
Fig. 9. Trimpot settings

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Sun-Power XP Circuit Board L.E.D Light Sequence
XP Auto Gate Operators are fully factory tested [before shipping] and operate as below.
L.E.D’s are located as follows [Refer to drawing below for approximate locations]
YELLOW –‘travel time’ LED – top right hand of the board [Adjustable Ref. Page 11]
GREEN –‘open’ LED – bottom centre next to the relays near RED ‘close’ LED
RED –‘close’ LED – bottom centre next to the relays near GREEN ‘open’ LED
RED –‘battery reversed’ LED – next to battery terminals –Top left.
Functions:
Gate inactive no L.E.D lights ON
Gate opening GREEN L.E.D and YELLOW ‘travel’ L.E.D ON
Gate closing RED L.E.D and YELLOW ‘travel’ L.E.D ON
When limit reached YELLOW L.E.D ON until it ‘times out’ [Adjust to +10 Sec Ref. P.10]
When timed out NO L.E.D’s ON
If RED L.E.D [top left next to power terminals] is on battery is wired backwards
Disconnect Battery IMMEDIATELY !!!
If GREEN L.E.D is on and gate is operated and GREEN L.E.D stays ON motor has been shorted
out (refer to a SUNPOWER technician)
If both GREEN ‘open’ and RED ‘close’ L.E.Ds [Centre bottom] are on at the same time main
board is in fault mode (refer to a SUNPOWER technician)
Top Left Top Right
Bottom Left Bottom Right
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Fig. 10 L.E.Ds

Anti –Clash Leaf Delay for Pairs of Gates.
To avoid jamming there is a time delay between the operational movement of each gate. This delay may be
independently adjusted for the Opening sequence & the Closing sequence.
Left Hand Installations [Master Operator on the Left] - Dial “R 24” changes the Closing delay & “R 27” changes
the Opening delay. Turning the dials/trim pots R24 and R27 Anti-Clockwise gives the Minimum delay.
*Always use correct sized flat blade screwdriver to avoid damage to dials/trim pots
RIGHT HAND Installations [Master Operator on the Right] - Dial “R 24” sets the Opening delay & “R 27” sets
the Closing delay. Turning dial /trim pots R24 and R27 Anti-Clockwise gives the Minimum delay.
Push Buttons & Keypads etc.
A variety of Hard-wired input devices can be used to operate the XP Operator such as Push buttons, Key
switches, Keypads etc. Input should be in the form of a MOMENTARY CLOSED CIRCUIT.
WARNING !! DO NOT APPLY VOLTAGE to these terminals. DAMAGE to the Circuitry and loss of warranty will
result if voltage is applied. Devices that send a Voltage pulse [As some Intercoms do] must be connected to
the Circuit Board through a Relay.
15.
Important Notes:
Please ensure that all adjustments on Circuit Board[s] are done with appropriate care and sensitivity to
avoid damage to equipment.
A correctly sized Flat blade Screwdriver is the only suitable tool for adjusting a dial/trimpot, adjustments
should be made with due care
All Equipment is thoroughly Factory & Warehouse tested & checked to ensure equipment is ready for
shipping.
Ensure Circuit board stays correctly mounted in original position on top of Nylon Mounting Posts, refer
instructions on Page 2.
Read the Manual –Take your time –Get it right
Ring us if you need help - Enjoy the benefits
PUSH BUTTONS Details & Installation Instructions etc
PB –1 is a Standard push button [Supplied with 10 metres Fig 8 cable]
Connect wires, either way, into Push Button terminal at front of main circuit board [Ref. Page 11 ]
PB –2 is a Push Button with 2 Position key switch. [Button active–Button inactive]
[Supplied with 10 metres Fig 8 cable]
Connect wires, either way, into Push Button terminal at front of main circuit board [Ref. Page 11 ]
Ensure that there are NO loose wire strands when connecting any external devices such as
Antennas/Push Buttons/Key Switches/Intercoms etc [Loose strands cause problems]

Solar wiring detail:
DO NOT connect SOLAR PANEL until all other settings and adjustments have been completed
Step 1. Locate 2 Way terminal connection block on Top Plate near Motor, this will have Red [Positive] & Black
[Negative] wire in one side as part of the standard wiring. Connect wires from the SOLAR PANEL Directly into the
opposite side of the terminal block as shown below.
Red Brown or Red
+
Black Blue or Black
Important: As a connected The Sun-Power SOLAR PANEL delivers a charge it is essential that the SOLAR PANEL
and Battery be disconnected when any work or wiring is being done on the Control Board [other than when
adjusting trim pots or Limits switches] or when changing the battery. [refer Page 2] [Please follow these
instructions to avoid damage to your circuit board and loss of warranty]
To check incoming voltage from solar panel disconnect panel from gate operator and meter the Fig 8. Cable The output
voltage from the 12 Watt Panel supplied in an XP Kit is [15 –21v]
Solar panels greater than 12 Watt must not be connected to a Sun-Power XP Gate Operator without a regulator.
Step 2: Locate RED wire with Spade Terminal [Which will be disabled from Positive on Battery]
Connect this wire and now you are ready to set your Limits.
Negative Black/Blue Wire Locate Positive Wire [RED]
Is already connected to battery
Connect Red Wire to +on Battery
Solar Panel may be located as follows.
Up to 50 Metres from Gate Operator using 4mm Fig. 8 Cable [T/S 2 x 26/0.30]
Up to 100 Metres using 6mm Fig.8 Cable [T/S 2 x 65/0.30].
All cabling must not be run in conjunction with any high voltage cables or electric fencing –if in doubt, seek advice
from a qualified Electrician in Your State or Territory.
16.
Notes: Correct mounting angle for SOLAR Panel is 45 Degrees and facing NORTH in FULL sun
Solar Panel may be located up to …………..
50 Metres from Gate Operator using 4mm Fig.8 Cable [T/S 2 x 26/0.30].
100 Metres from Gate Operator using 6mm Fig.8 Cable [T/S 2 x 65/0.30].
All Sun-Power Auto Gate Operator Kits [Solar, 240v and 12v] are supplied complete with 7.2 Amp Hour SLA Battery.
This battery should be checked regularly. Instructions for changing battery - refer Page 2
Quality 7.2 AH Batteries are available from Sun-Power and from most reputable battery suppliers
Sun-Power
Solar
Panel
-+
7.2 AH
SLA
Battery
Battery

Electric Lock:
Connections for an Electric Lock/Latch [XP - EL] are provided on the Circuit board [Ref. P.11/11a]
Generally a 4 Core cable should be used as it has an extra layer of insulation. Use Red & Black and connect
either way.
This connection block will supply 12 Volts to energise the Lock at the beginning of the Opening & Closing
cycles.
Photoelectric Safety Cell: [240v & 12v Operator Only] [Contact Sun-Power is PE required on SOLAR Operator]
Photoelectric Safety Cells [PE] may be fitted to detect obstructions in its path . The PE’s will check for obstructions
during the closing cycle only. If an obstruction is encountered the gate[s] will reverse to the open position.
If the Auto Operator is set in the Automatic Close Mode the Gate[s] will remain open until the obstruction is cleared.
Wires from the Photocells should be attached to the appropriate connection block on the XP Circuit board [Ref.P.11a].
A 4 Core security cable [.7/020 or .14/020] must be used. Switch connections to XP Gate Operator circuit board can be
either way. [See P.11a.]
Switch connections to Photoelectric unit must be terminated to ‘Common’ and ‘Normally closed’ [NC]
Red must go to Positive and Black to Negative [Refer to instructions with Photoelectric [PE] unit]
Photoelectric safety beams can supplied for use with the XP Solar Gate Operator [but not with electric lock] please
contact us if you require this [This is a Pre-Install application]
Connecting the 433 mhz antenna
The Sun-Power standard Radio Receiver [SP Rx 30 Plug-on] is Piggy backed onto the Main Circuit Board it is located on
the front Right hand corner.
A short piece of cable is connected into the right hand [RH] Antenna port on this radio receiver [SP Rx 30] .
Remove the short piece of cable and connect center core of the Antenna cable into this RH port and the outer shield of
Antenna cable into the other port.
Ensure that there are NO loose wire strands when connecting any wires or external devices such as
Antennas/Push Buttons/Key Switches/Intercoms etc [Loose strands will cause problems]
Note: Do NOT connect Antenna to Main Circuit Board …… The Antenna is to be connected to the appropriate two [2]
terminal ports on the Radio Receiver [Rx] Circuit Board. [See above]
Install Antenna in a position that allows the best clear “LINE OF SIGHT’ from all directions, this will allow best reception
of signal from Radio Transmitter [Tx]
Alternate Brand radio receivers and transmitters to match your ‘Garage Door’ can generally be
supplied as an optional extra.
Note: Radio Receiver [Rx] and Radio Transmitter [Tx] models may change without notice.
Note: Optional “HIGH GAIN” Antennas are available to enhance pick up of signal from Radio Transmitter.
17.

Trouble Shooting:
Firstly, please ensure that you have read and followed ALL instructions. The latest Instruction/Owner’s
manual is available at www.sungateaustralia.net
Poor Range with the Radio Transmitter [Tx].
XP 10 [Std] Transmitters are factory set to approx 200 Metres* [*Range will vary due to site conditions]
a 433 Mhz Antenna is included in XP Gate Operator Kits to maximize signal to radio receiver [Rx].
Poor range may occur for several reasons. The first things to check are ……..
a. The Battery in the Tx.
b. Antenna is installed & wiring connections are correct: No loose strands etc
Other causes may be interference from other external radio sources such as ……….
•Electric Fences • Baby Monitors • Other Local transmitters.
Here, the best solution is to remove the external source. If this is not possible the problem may
sometimes be solved, by using special frequency transmitters and a matching Radio Receiver [Rx]
These are options and must be specially ordered.
Other faults may be due to incorrect settings. Ref. P 10 -11 to ensure all the settings are correct.
All Sun-Power XP Series Gate Operators are supplied with a battery installed, please check battery
on a regular basis.
Low battery power
a. Re-charge battery. Check battery quality and replace if necessary.
[Batteries are widely available see your local Battery supplier 12v - 7.2 AH - SLA]
b. Check solar output voltage. Reading should be 17 –21 v
c. Ensure that solar panel is in full sun and facing north and is mounted at 45 degrees
IMPORTANT:
Do NOT alter the pre-wiring of Control Board [except motor polarity*] Altering Pre-wiring [other than motor
polarity] will compromise your warranty.
* ALL power [240v/Solar/battery] must be disconnected before attempting to change motor polarity
Ensure that there are NO loose wire strands when connecting any wires or external devices such as
Antennas/Push Buttons/Key Switches/Intercoms etc [Loose strands will cause problems]
Important: ALL adjustments to DIALS/TRIMPOTS must be done slowly and carefully with a correctly sized
Flat blade screwdriver, the use of incorrect equipment to adjust DIALS/TRIM POTS is likely to cause damage
and render circuit board unusable.
Read the Manual - Take your time - Get it right
Call us if you need assistance - Enjoy the benefits
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