tams elektronik 53-02015 User manual

tams elektronik
Manual
Light Computer
Item no. 53-02015 - 53-02236
For all kits and ready- uilt modules
of the LC series
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Ta le of contents
1. Getting started............................................................................3
2. Safety instructions.......................................................................6
3. Safe and correct soldering...........................................................8
4. Operation overview...................................................................10
5. Technical specifications..............................................................17
6. Assem ling the kit.....................................................................17
7. Connecting the LC module.........................................................22
8. Connecting the LC-16................................................................28
9. Check list for trou leshooting.....................................................30
10. Guarantee ond........................................................................32
11. EU declaration of conformity......................................................33
12. Declarations conforming to the WEEE directive...........................33
© 12/2015 Tams Elektronik Gm H
All rights reserved. No part of this pu lication may e reproduced or
transmitted in any form or y any means, electronic or mechanical,
including photocopying, without prior permission in writing from Tams
Elektronik Gm H.
Su ject to technical modification.
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1. Getting started
How to use this manual
This manual gives step- y-step instructions for safe and correct
assem ly of the kit and fitting and connecting of the ready- uilt
module, and operation. Before you start, we advise you to read the
whole manual, particularly the chapter on safety instructions and the
checklist for trou le shooting. You will then know where to take care
and how to prevent mistakes which take a lot of effort to correct.
Keep this manual safely so that you can solve pro lems in the future. If
you pass the kit or the ready- uilt module on to another person, please
pass on the manual with it.
Intended use
The LC modules are designed to e operated according to the
instructions in this manual in model uilding, especially with model
railways. Any other use is inappropriate and invalidates any guarantees.
The LC modules should not e assem led or mounted y children under
the age of 14.
Reading, understanding and following the instructions in this manual
are mandatory for the user.
Caution:
The LC modules contain integrated circuits. These are very sensitive to
static electricity. Do not touch components without first discharging
yourself. Touching a radiator or other grounded metal part will
discharge you.
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Checking the package contents
Please make sure that your package contains:
one kit, containing the components listed in the parts list (page 19)
and one PCB or
one ready- uilt module,
two socket terminal strips (1 x 3-pole, 1 x 5-pole),
additionally with LC-module 16: one dim switch and one light
sensitive resistor;
a CD (containing the manual and further information).
Required materials
For assem ling the kit you need:
an electronic soldering iron (max. 30 Watt) or a regulated soldering
iron with a fine tip and a soldering iron stand,
a tip-cleaning sponge,
a heat-resistant mat,
a small side cutter and wire stripper,
as necessary a pair of tweezers and long nose pliers,
electronic tin solder (0,5 mm. diameter).
In order to connect the module you need wire. Recommended
diameters: > 0,05 mm² for all connections.
You can connect small light ul s or LEDs (via series resistors) to the 5
outputs of the LC module. Light ul s, LEDs and series resistors are not
included in the package. For further information on the maximum
num er of ul s or LEDs to e connected to one output see section 7.
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In addition, you possi ly need for the following versions of the LC-
modules:
LC-module 16: For the connection of accessories with a current
consumption of more than 100 mA to output 1: a monosta le relay
1xUm 12 V (e.g. item-no. 84-61010-01) and a protective diode
1N400x, x > 1.
LC-module 18: a loudspeaker (recommended impedance > 32 Ohm,
e.g. item no. 70-03121-01).
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2. Safety instructions
Mechanical hazards
Cut wires can have sharp ends and can cause serious injuries. Watch
out for sharp edges when you pick up the PCB.
Visi ly damaged parts can cause unpredicta le danger. Do not use
damaged parts: recycle and replace them with new ones.
Electrical hazards
Touching powered, live components,
touching conducting components which are live due to malfunction,
short circuits and connecting the circuit to another voltage than
specified,
impermissi ly high humidity and condensation uild up
can cause serious injury due to electrical shock. Take the following
precautions to prevent this danger:
Never perform wiring on a powered module.
Assem ling and mounting the kit should only e done in closed,
clean, dry rooms. Beware of humidity.
Only use low power for this module as descri ed in this manual and
only use certified transformers.
Connect transformers and soldering irons only in approved mains
sockets installed y an authorised electrician.
O serve ca le diameter requirements.
After condensation uild up, allow a minimum of 2 hours for
dispersion.
Use only original spare parts if you have to repair the kit or the
ready- uilt module.
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Fire risk
Touching flamma le material with a hot soldering iron can cause fire,
which can result in injury or death through urns or suffocation.
Connect your soldering iron or soldering station only when actually
needed. Always keep the soldering iron away from inflamma le
materials. Use a suita le soldering iron stand. Never leave a hot
soldering iron or station unattended.
Thermal danger
A hot soldering iron or liquid solder accidentally touching your skin can
cause skin urns. As a precaution:
use a heat-resistant mat during soldering,
always put the hot soldering iron in the soldering iron stand,
point the soldering iron tip carefully when soldering, and
remove liquid solder with a thick wet rag or wet sponge from the
soldering tip.
angerous environments
A working area that is too small or cramped is unsuita le and can cause
accidents, fires and injury. Prevent this y working in a clean, dry room
with enough freedom of movement.
Other dangers
Children can cause any of the accidents mentioned a ove ecause they
are inattentive and not responsi le enough. Children under the age of
14 should not e allowed to work with this kit or the ready- uilt
module.
Caution:
Little children can swallow small components with sharp edges, with
fatal results! Do not allow components to reach small children.
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In schools, training centres, clu s and workshops, assem ly must e
supervised y qualified personnel.
In industrial institutions, health and safety regulations applying to
electronic work must e adhered to.
3. Safe and correct soldering
Caution:
Incorrect soldering can cause dangers through fires and heat. Avoid
these dangers y reading and following the directions given in the
chapter Safety instructions.
Use a small soldering iron with max. 30 Watt or a regulated
soldering iron.
Only use electronic tin solder with flux.
When soldering electronic circuits never use soldering-water or
soldering grease. They contain acids that can corrode components
and copper tracks.
Insert the component connecting pins into the PCB´s holes as far as
possi le without force. The components should e close to the PCB
´s surface.
O serve correct polarity orientation of the parts efore soldering.
Solder quickly: holding the iron on the joints longer than necessary
can destroy components and can damage copper tracks or soldering
eyes.
Apply the soldering tip to the soldering spot in such a way that the
part and the soldering eye are heated at the same time.
Simultaneously add solder (not too much). As soon as the solder
ecomes liquid take it away. Hold the soldering tip at the spot for a
few seconds so that the solder flows into the joint, then remove the
soldering iron.
Do not move the component for a out 5 seconds after soldering.
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To make a good soldering joint you must use a clean and unoxidised
soldering tip. Clean the soldering tip with a damp piece of cloth, a
damp sponge or a piece of silicon cloth.
Cut the wires after soldering directly a ove the soldering joint with a
side cutter.
After placing the parts, please dou le check for correct polarity.
Check the PCB tracks for solder ridges and short circuits created y
accident. This would cause faulty operation or, in the worst case,
damage. You can remove excess solder y putting a clean soldering
tip on the spot. The solder will ecome liquid again and flow from
the soldering spot to the soldering tip.
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4. Operation overview
The Light Computer is controlled y a micro controller. The program
stored in the micro controller controls the five outputs of the module.
Sequence and timing are different with the various versions.
The LC module has a switching input (JP2) which has effects on the
program sequence with some versions. Depending on the version and
the input connected to earth or not
the program finishes after one cycle or is repeated endlessly;
the one or the other version of the program will e displayed.
LC-1 "Advertising light 1": The five outputs are switched on one
after the other, link together three times and are switched off
afterwards. If the input JP2 is switched to earth, the light sequence
switches off after the completion of the program. If the input remains
open, the program repeats continuously.
LC-2 "Advertising light 2": The five outputs are switched on and off
one after the other (running light sequences) and afterwards are
switched on commonly for approx. 3 seconds. If the input JP2 is
switched to earth, the light sequence switches off after the completion of
the program. If the input remains open, the program repeats
continuously.
LC-3 "Advertising light 3": At the start the five outputs are riefly
switched on and off apparently without any system and afterwards are
switched on commonly for approx. 3 seconds. If the input JP2 is
switched to earth, the light sequence switches off after the completion of
the program. If the input remains open, the program repeats
continuously.
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LC-4 "Building site flasher": At the five outputs a running light
sequence is created. If the input JP2 is switched to earth, the light
sequence switches off after the completion of the program. If the input
remains open, the program repeats continuously.
LC-5 "Flickering flame": At the five outputs an irregular light pattern
is created. If red and yellow ul s are connected, the appearance of a
flickering flame results. If the input JP2 is switched to earth, the light
sequence switches off. If the input remains open, the program repeats
continuously.
LC-6 "Welding light": At each of the five outputs short and strong
light impulses are created, interrupted y reaks at irregular intervals.
Please note: The reaks can last for several minutes! The patterns are
different at all outputs, which allows you to connect several "work
places". The effect is most realistic when lue LEDs are connected to
the outputs. If the input JP2 is switched to earth, the light sequence is
interrupted. If the input remains open, the program repeats
continuously.
LC-7 "Traffic light control": Traffic light control for a complete
intersection. Outputs 1 and 2 are red and green for direction A, outputs
4 and 5 are red and green for direction B. Output 3 is the am er for
oth and overlaps with red when changing to green, as common e.g. in
Germany, Great Britain, Austria, Hungary, Switzerland, Poland,
Lithuania, Norway and Sweden. If the input JP2 is switched to earth,
the traffic lights switch to flashing am er and simulte a traffic light out of
order, as common e.g. in Germany, Austria, Hungary, Switzerland and
Poland. If the input remains open, the traffic lights operate
continuously.
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LC-8 "Advertising light 4": Fusion of the advertising lights 1 to 3,
coming on one after the other. If the input JP2 is switched to earth, the
light sequence switches off after the completion of the active part of
the program. If the input JP2 is switched to earth, the light sequence is
interrupted. If the input remains opens, the program is repeated
constantly.
LC-9 "Ignition module for gas lamps": If the input JP2 is given a
short electric pulse (earth), the gas lamps start to flicker and grow
righter gradually. Every ignition process is slightly different. After
approx. 5 seconds the gas lamps reach their maximum rightness.
During operation, the lamps flicker now and then at different times
(variations of gas pressure). After the switch-off impulse, (when the
input JP2 is given a short electric pulse) all lamps shine on with
moderate rightness and go off completely in approx. 1.5 seconds.
LC-10 "Fluorescent tube simulator: If the input JP2 is given a short
electric pulse (earth), the different fluorescent tu es flicker for a moment
efore all of them light one after the other - just like the real thing. The
turning on pattern is a little different for each. If the input JP2 is switched
to earth shortly, the light switches off. When the input is switched to
earth permanently, a defective tu e is simulated on output 1. This tu e
flickers at irregular intervals, at times rightening quickly, at times slowly.
LC-11 "Occupied house": Two different programs are availa le.
Program 1, "Home", starts if the input JP2 is switched to earth,
Program 2, "Office", if the input remains opens. The programs take
approximately 15 minutes and are repeated after a short pause.
Program 1: First the light in the kitchen (output 1) goes on for a while,
followed a it later y the living room (output 2). Output 3 is assigned for
connecting a lue light ul (the TV set), which flickers like a television
picture. Some time later the light in the kitchen switches off, and goes on
again once during the program flow. The light in the athroom (output 4)
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goes on for a short time at irregular intervals. By the end of the program
the lights in the edroom (output 5) and in the athroom go on for some
time, the ul s connected to outputs 2 and 3 switch off.
Program 2: In the entrance-hall (output 1) the light goes on for a short
time at irregular intervals. The offices (or the flats in a multiple family
dwelling) are connected to the outputs 2 to 5. The lights in the offices
go on one after the other, ut only after the light in the entrance hall
has previously een switched on. By the end of the program the lights
in the offices switch off one after the other and each time the light in
the entrance hall goes on for a short time.
LC-12 "Fairground attraction illumination": Each of the 5 outputs
can control several connected light ul s, which form different patterns:
they flash in changing sequences, form running lights, flicker irregularly
etc. The input JP2 has no function in this version.
LC-13 "Candlelight simulator": After switching on the module the
"candles" start to flicker - just like the real thing. At irregular intervals
they rigthen and dim. The input JP2 has no function in this version.
LC-14 "Signal tower box light": The 5 outputs switch at random the
connected ul s or LEDs. These light for a while and simulate the
activities in a signal tower ox. If the input JP2 is switched to earth, the
light sequence is interrupted. If the input remains open, the program
repeats continuously.
LC-15 "Emergency vehicle light": The ul s / LEDs connected to
the 5 outputs make 2 short flashes and then go off for a short time.
The reaks etween the dou le flashes are of varing duration for the
five outputs. This way the characteristic light pattern for modern
emergency vehicles is created. If the input JP2 is switched to earth, the
light sequence is interrupted. If the input remains open, the program
repeats continuously.
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LC-16 " im switch for street lamps": The input JP2 is switched on
and off automatically via a light sensitive switch. The sensitivity of the
switch is set via a trimpot.
Four outputs are designed for the connection of street lamps. The street
lamps are getting righter gradually after eing switched on and o tain
their maximum rightness after a out one minute. Additional accessories
(e.g. house lightings) which are intended to e switched depending on
the am ient lighting can e connected to output 1 via a relay.
The circuit responds to changes of the am ient lighting with a delay of
some seconds. While the street lamps are getting righter after eing
switched on and some seconds after eing switched off, the circuit does
not respond to changes of the am ient lighting.
LC-17 "Speed trap": The output 1 controls the speed trap, which
flashes at irregular intervals (from approx. 3 to 25 seconds). The outputs
2 to 5 are assigned for connecting the flash lights of police cars. The
outputs 2 and 3 produce an asynchronous dou le flashing light (for
modern police cars), the outputs 4 and 5 an asynchronous flashing light
(for older police cars). The input JP2 has no function in this version.
Tip: The effect of the light patterns is most realistic when a white LED with
high luminosity is connected to the output 5, lue LEDs are connected to
the outputs 2 and 3 and small lue ul s to the outputs 4 and 5.
LC-18 "Vehicle lighting": Via the switching input JP2 you can set
the following programs: "moving vehicle" (with the input open) or
"standing vehicle" (with the input switched to earth).
Assignment of the outputs:
1: Flashing lights on the left
2: Flashing lights on the right
3: Interior light (standing vehicle) or horn (moving vehicle)
4: Front lights
5: Back lights / rake lights
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In the program "moving vehicle": The front and ack lights are always
switched on. It is possi le to connect a loudspeaker as a horn (not
included) to output 3, the volume can e reduced y connecting a series
resistor (approx. 10 to1 k). The flashing lights on the left and the
right, the horn and the stop lights are switched on and off at random.
After the stop lights having een lighted the flasher is switched on,
afterwards the stop lights and a little it later the flasher are switched off.
In the program "standing vehicle": The front and ack lights are
switched on most of the time. Now and again the flashing lights on the
left and the right, the warning flasher and the interior light are switched
on. After the interior light having een lighted the front and ack lights
and then the interior light are switched off. Afterwards all lights are
switched off for a period.
LC-19 "Paparazzi flash": The photographer´s flash lights are
connected to the five outputs of the module. They flash at random
independently from each other. At irregular intervals flashlight
thunderstorms reak when all flashlights are used nearly simultaneously
and several times close together. Using white LEDs creates a very
realistic effect. The input JP2 has no function in this version.
LC-20 "Roadworks vehicle": The module´s five outputs control the
lighting of a complete roadworks vehicle including a trailer. Assignment
of the outputs:
1: Lane indication arrow of the trailer
(gets slowly righter and then darker)
2: Flash lights of the trailer
3 and 4: Warning flasher of the service vehicle
5: Dou le flash light
The input JP2 has no function in this version.
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LC-21 "Funfair flow effect lighting 1": The 5 outputs generate a
light flow sequence. After the first run through the output 5 stays on, after
the second run through the output 4, and so on, so that after 5 cycles all
connected lamps or LEDS are switched on. With the cycles 6 to 10 the
outputs are switched off in reverse order. If the input JP2 is switched to
earth, the light sequence switches off after the completion of the active part
of the program. If the input remains open, the program is repeated
constantly.
LC-22 "Funfair flow effect lighting 2": The five outputs generate a
light flow sequence. After eing switched off, the outputs continue to glow
for a short time. In the first cycle one output stays on and one continues to
glow, in the second run through two outputs stay on and two continue to
glow and finally, in the third cycle three outputs stay on and two continue to
glow. If the input JP2 is switched to earth, the light sequence switches off
after the completion of the active part of the program. If the input remains
open, the program is repeated constantly.
LC-23 "Funfair flow effect lighting 3": The five outputs generate a
running light sequence, which changes the running direction at random.
If the input JP2 is switched to earth, the light sequence switches off
after the completion of the active part of the program. If the input
remains open, the program is repeated constantly.
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5. Technical specifications
Supply voltage 10 – 18 Volt a.c. or d.c. voltage
Current consumption (without
connected devices) approx.
20 mA
Max. total current 500 mA
Num er of outputs 5
Max. current per output 100 mA
Num er of switching inputs 1
Protected to IP 00
Am ient temperature in use 0 ... +60 °C
Am ient temperature in storage -10 ... +80 °C
Comparative humidity allowed max. 85 %
Dimensions of the PCB (approx.) 25 x 30 mm
Weight of the circuit (approx.) 3 g
6. Assem ling the kit
You can skip this part if you have purchased a ready- uilt module.
Preparation
Put the sorted components in front of you on your work ench.
The separate electronic components have the following special features
you should take into account in assem ling:
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Resistors
Resistors reduce current.
The value of resistors for smaller power ratings is indicated
through colour rings. Every colour stands for another
figure.
Car on film resistors have 4 colour rings. The 4th ring
(given in rackets here) indicates the tolerance of the
resistor (gold = 5 %).
Value: Colour rings:
1 krown - lack - red (gold)
10 krown - lack - orange (gold)
Electrolytic capacitors
Electrolytic capacitors are often used to store energy. In
contrast to ceramic capacitors they are polarized. The
value is given on the package.
Electrolytic capacitors are availa le with different voltage
sustaining capa ilities. Using an electrolytic capacitor with
a voltage sustaining capa ility higher than required is
always possi le.
iodes and Zener diodes
Diodes allow the current to pass through in one direction
only (forward direction), simultaneously the voltage is
reduced y 0,3 to 0,8 V. Exceeding of the limit voltage
always will destroy the diode, and allow current to flow in
the reverse direction.
Zener diodes are used for limiting voltages. In contrast to "normal"
diodes they are not destroyed when the limit voltage is exceeded.
The diode type is printed on the package.
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Transistors
Transistors are current amplifiers which convert low signals into
stronger ones. There are several types in different package forms
availa le. The type designation is printed on the component.
Transistors for a low power rating (e.g. BC types, BS
types) have a package in form of a half zylinder (SOT-
package).
The three pins of ipolar transistors (e.g. BC, BD and BT
types) are called asis, emitter and collector (a reviated
with the letters B, E, C in the circuit diagram).
Integrated circuits (ICs)
Depending on the type, ICs fulfil various tasks. The most
common housing form is the so-called "DIL"-housing, from
which 4, 6, 8, 14, 16, 18 or more "legs" (pins) are
arranged along the long sides.
ICs are sensitive to damage during soldering (heat,
electrostatic charging). For that reason in the place of the
ICs IC sockets are soldered in, in which the ICs are
inserted later.
Microcontrollers
Microcontrollers are ICs, which are individually programmed for the
particular application. The programmed controller are only availa le
from the manufacturer of the circuit elonging to it.
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PCB layout and parts list
Resistors R1 - R5 10 k
R6, R8 1 k
Diodes D1 1N400x,
x=2...7
D3 1N4148
Zener diode D2 ZD 5,1 V
Electrolytic
capacitors
C1, C2 100 µF/25 V
Transistors T1 - T5 BC547B
Micro-controller IC1 12F508A-I/P
IC-socket IC-1 8-pole
Solder pins JP2 1-pole
JP1 / JP4 3-pole
JP3 5-pole
LC-16 only:
Dim switch DS-1
Light sensitive resistor R11
Assembly
Proceed according to the order given in the list elow. First solder the
components on the solder side of the PCB and then cut the excess wires
with the side cutter. Follow the instructions on soldering in section 3.
Caution: Several components have to e mounted according to
their polarity. When soldering these components the wrong way
round, they can e damaged when you connect the power. In the
worst case the whole circuit can e damaged. At the est, a wrongly
connected part will not function.
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