VER-MAC PCMS-1210 QS User manual

PCMS-1210 QS
QUICKSTEP PROGRAMMING
USER MANUAL
VER-MAC Publication №: UME-PCMS-1210 QS – V5.00

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PCMS-1210 QuickStep
VER-MAC Publication №: UME-PCMS-1210 QS – V5.00
May 2011
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QUICKSTEP PROGRAMMING
USER MANUAL
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List of Revisions
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2011/05/11 5.00 Original CM & JV
Disclaimer
This equipment should not be installed, operated or maintained without first
having read and understood all the contents of this uickStep Programming
Manual.
Failure to read and follow the instructions contained in this manual could result in
failure of the equipment, property damage and serious injury.
Proper care is your responsibility. Please work safely.

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Warranty Statement
Ver-Mac warrants that all new equipment units (complete trailer and all
mechanical parts) are free from defects in manufacturing and workmanship
for a period of one year from the date of manufacture.
ny equipment shown to be defective will be repaired or replaced at the
discretion of the manufacturer.
This limited warranty is contingent upon both of the following conditions:
1. that the equipment has been maintained and operated within the
limits of related normal usage for which the product was designed
and
2. that no unauthorized alterations or modifications have been made.
In the case of electronic components, this warranty is for two years,
contingent upon the conditions that the equipment has been connected to a
power source of the correct voltage and amperage and used in a manner
which would be considered normal usage.
The purchaser must establish that the product has been installed, maintained
and operated within normal limits of intended usage and the purchaser must
return the defective product if requested.
Ver-Mac shall not be held responsible for repair to or replacement of any
equipment or equipment parts where the loss or damage is caused by or
arises from unforeseeable events.

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Contents
1.0 Introduction 1
1.1 Options 1
2 - Unit Installation 1
3 - Programming with QuickStep 2
3.1 Overview 2
3.2 Handheld Controller 3
4 - In ormation Screens 4
4.1 Status Screen 4
4.2 System Information 6
4.3 nit and Software Information 7
5 - Operations 8
5.1 Accessing Main Menu 8
5.2 Main Menu 9
5.3 Quick Program 9
5. .1 Quick Program Menu Explained 10
5. .2 Creating a Sequence of Message Pages with Quick Program 11
5. . Inserting a Graphic Arrow in a Sequence Created With Quick Program 1
5. .4 Editing a Quick Program Sequence 14
5.4 Message 16
5.4.1 Message Menu Explained 16
5.4.2 Creating a New Text Message 17
5.4. Modifying an Existing Text Message 18
5.4.4 Erasing an Existing Message 19
5.5 Sequence 20
5.5.1 Creating a New Sequence 21
5.5.2 Inserting a Page Containing a Graphic Image (Arrow) Into a Sequence 2
5.5. Modifying an Existing Sequence 24
5.6 Arrows, Lines and Chevrons 26
6 - Utilities 27
6.1 Radar 28
6.2 Config 29
6.2.1 Change Password 2
6.2.2 Beacons
6.3 Brightness 34
6.4 DBS [F4] 35

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Table of Figures
Figure 1 – Handheld Unit ........................................................................................... 3
Figure – Unit Status Screen..................................................................................... 4
Figure 3 – System Information ................................................................................... 6
Figure 4 – Unit and Software Information .................................................................... 7
Figure 5 – Password Login Screen............................................................................... 8
Figure 6 – Main Menu ................................................................................................ 9
Figure 7 – Quick Program ........................................................................................ 10
Figure 8 – Quick Program ........................................................................................ 11
Figure 9 – Display Time ........................................................................................... 11
Figure 10 – Arrow Selection Screen .......................................................................... 13
Figure 11 – Quick Program ...................................................................................... 14
Figure 1 – Quick Program Options Menu .................................................................. 14
Figure 13 – Updating Sequence Status Screen ........................................................... 15
Figure 14 – Saving Sequence Status Screen .............................................................. 15
Figure 15 – Message Main Screen ............................................................................. 16
Figure 16 – New Message Main Screen ...................................................................... 17
Figure 17 – Modifying an Existing Message ................................................................ 18
Figure 18 – Erasing an Existing Message ................................................................... 19
Figure 19 – Sequence Main Screen ........................................................................... 1
Figure 0 – Sequence Edit Screen ............................................................................ 1
Figure 1 – Page Flash Time ....................................................................................
Figure – Indicating Sequence is Being Updated ......................................................
Figure 3 – Sequence Selection Screen ..................................................................... 3
Figure 4 – Arrow Selection Screen .......................................................................... 3
Figure 5 – Sequence Number Selection Screen ......................................................... 4
Figure 6 – Indicating Sequence is Being Updated ...................................................... 5
Figure 7 – Arrow Selection Screen .......................................................................... 6
Figure 8 – Utilities Menu ........................................................................................ 7
Figure 9 – Radar Configuration Screen .................................................................... 8
Figure 30 – Example of the Radar Message ................................................................ 8
Figure 31 – Configuration Menu Screen 1/4 ............................................................... 9
Figure 3 – Configuration Menu Screen /4 ............................................................... 30
Figure 33 – Configuration Menu Screen 3/4 ............................................................... 30
Figure 34 – Configuration Menu Screen 4/4 ............................................................... 31
Figure 35 – Change Password Screen ........................................................................ 3
Figure 36 – DBS Screen .......................................................................................... 35
Figure 37 – Alternate DBS Screen ............................................................................. 35

1.0 Introduction
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1.0 Introduction
The Portable Changeable Message Sign (PCMS) 1210 S with handheld controller
is a three line, eight character message signboard with simple uickStep
programming. The unit consists of a message board of amber-colored LEDs,
handheld controller, solar panel(s) and a battery bank, all mounted on a heavy-
duty towable trailer.
The outstanding features of the PCMS-1210 S are its rugged reliability, low
maintenance and user-friendly operation.
This manual contains information concerning the programming of a PCMS
uickStep using the Ver-Mac handheld controller.
1.1 Options
Several options are available to augment the programming and
communication capabilities of the basic PCMS unit and to guarantee the
power supply for the system.
•3G modem for rapid remote communication
•Access to JamLogic2, Ver-Mac’s remote fleet management software
•Radar
•Data logger (requires radar)
•GPS tracking (requires modem)
•Built-in battery charger (AC)
•Automatic charging control with I 4 Smart Controller
To know if your PCMS unit has any of these options and what the options
are, consult your Ver-Mac invoice for the initial purchase.
2 - Unit Installation
Always exercise the greatest care and caution with regard to all aspects of the
transportation, setup and take down of your PCMS unit.
Full details concerning transportation, roadside setup and take down procedures
can be found in the PCMS Safety and Maintenance Manual.

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3 - Programming with uickStep
3.1 Overview
uickStep software means that users have two choices when it comes to
on-site programming of the PCMS-1210 S using the handheld controller.
In uick Program users can:
•delete all or part of the last sequence created with uick Program
•rapidly create/modify a single sequence of up to six (6) message pages
and display it on the message board straight away
•select and insert any standard arrow or caution on a message page
Alternatively users can undertake more complete programming of the PCMS
unit at the unit installation. There they can:
•generate and save up to 99 user-programmable text messages
•establish display time and line blink time for text message pages
•generate and save up to nine (9) sequences (series of messages) with a
maximum of 6 message pages per sequence
•replace the current sequence and display a single blank sequence
•create a personalized password to ensure security
For those PCMS units equipped with a speed radar device, the software
generates one (1) radar message automatically, according to the language
and speed unit options selected by the user.

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3.2 Handheld Controller
The handheld controller has an LCD
display, 3 LED indicators and a keypad
with dual function keys
LED indicators:
•Red = CAPS lock
•Yellow = second key functions
acti ated
•Green = handheld controller powered
The handheld controller has three basic
key types:
•single function keys
•dual function keys
•soft keys
Figure 1 – Handheld Unit
Handheld Keys
Single Function Keys
[ ] Enter
Giv s acc ss to th Main M nu. Also confirms
m ssag cont nt or alt rations to curr nt
m ssag cont nt.
[FN]
Activat s th s cond functions of th k ys on
k ypad and LED 2
nd
lights up.
[ESC]
R turns you to th pr vious m nu, and v ntually
to th Main scr n.
[BS]
Eras s th last charact r.
Dual Function Keys
[A-Z, 0-9]
Most alphanum ric k ys on th k ypad, including arrow k ys,
ar dual function. To acc ss th s cond functions, pr ss [FN].
Soft Keys
[F1]-[F5]
Th sp cific function of th s k ys chang s
according to th op rating mod .
Table 1 – Handheld Unit Keys

4.0 Information Screens
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4 - Information Screens
4.1 Status Screen
When the PCMS starts up, the handheld controller displays Starting. The
Screen then changes and briefly displays information about the current unit
software, followed immediately by the unit Status screen.
Figure 2 – Unit Status Screen
The unit Status screen shows the current status of the message board, the
message number (MSG#) and a pre iew of the message currently displayed
on the sign. The bottom left corner indicates keys to enable access to the
system information, current software ersion and unit identification.
Status
Screen Keys
[ ]
Displays Main M nu.
[]
Displays r ad-only information about Syst m.
[]
Displays r ad-only information about Unit and Softwar .
Table 2 – Main Screen Keys
Note: If no key is pressed for 2 minutes, the handheld LCD display darkens and
automatically returns to the Status screen.

4.0 In ormation Screens
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Status Indicators
NORMAL
Message board is operating under ideal conditions.
Batteries charged beyond the low battery threshold.
LOW BAT
Battery voltage is getting low and unit needs to be
charged.
Voltage below 11.5V. Recharge batteries as soon as
possible.
SIGN OFF
Sign voltage has reached critical discharge threshold
(10.5V). The sign has been powered down to minimize
damage to batteries.
Note: If sun conditions are favorable, the solar panels
continue to recharge the batteries. The supplied voltage
may not be sufficient to reach the threshold for a return
to normal operation (1 .6V).
(see Maintenance Manual: Charging Batteries for in-depth
explanation)
REG DEFECT
Communication with solar regulator has been lost.
Possible regulator defect, or loose/broken data cable.
ERR L#
Display has an error. Message board (sign) is dark with
no message display.
Note: Indicates the line location of the fault, example: L
(line two). You should do a visual check of the display
panel.
RADAR ERR
PCMS is not receiving data from radar device.
Possible causes: no radar, no power to radar, or radar
defect.
SIGN DOWN
Sign is incorrectly configured as a truck mount unit. (see
Section 6.3 Config.)
Table 3 – Status Indicators

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4.2 System Information
[]
Figure 3 – System Information
This screen displays real-time system information from arious sources:
•BAT: the number of amps to run the sign and current battery oltage
•SOL: number of amps feeding into the batteries from the solar panels
•RA AR: current operating state (ON / OFF)
•SP : real-time captured speed and unit of measurement of speed
(MPH/KMH)
Note: Truck-mount units have no solar regulator and so only voltage readings are
displayed.

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4.3 Unit and Software Information
[]
Figure – Unit and Software Information
This screen displays the current QuickStep software ersion running on the
unit and the unit serial number.
Unit and Software Information
Line 1
Shows th unit typ .
Line 2
Shows th nam of th softwar on handh ld controll r
Line 3
Shows th v rsion of th softwar curr ntly running on th
handh ld controll r
Line 4
Shows th s rial numb r of th PCMS unit
Table – Unit and Software Information Screen

5.0 Operations
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5 - Operations
5.1 Accessing ain enu
[ ] Enter
Figure 5 – Password Login Screen
Press [ ] Enter
As prompted, enter your password to access the Main menu.
After a successful login, the screen progresses automatically to the Main
menu.
Key Function
[ESC]
R turns you to th Status scr n.
[ EL]
Cl ars th password fi ld.
Table 5 – Main Menu Keys
Note: assword must contain six (6) characters.
Default factory-set password is: [111111]

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5.2 ain enu
[ ] Enter
Figure 6 – Main Menu
5.3 Quick Program
The Quick Program function enables you to quickly and efficiently create a
sequence of up to six (6) message pages, and then run that new sequence
on the sign.
Using Quick Program you can:
•create /modify page(s) of messages
•include page(s) containing standard graphics (arrows, and caution
signals) in the message sequence
•control the page display timing for text messages
When you access Quick Program the handheld displays on screen the last
sequence that was created using Quick Program. You can edit this last
sequence or erase it completely and build a new sequence.
Note: You cannot select existing messages to insert in a sequence created using
Quick rogram.
Note: You cannot save a sequence that you create using Quick rogram.

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5.3.1 Quick Program Menu Explained
[ ] Enter > Main Menu > [F1] Quick Program
Figure 7 – Quick Program
Screen shows:
•the number of pages in the current sequence and the first page of
currently acti ated sequence
•function keys for Quick Program
Key Function
[F1] RUN
Activat s n wly cr at d s qu nc .
[F2] OPT
Giv s acc ss to:
•[F1] TIMING: us d to s t th l ngth of tim th
pag displays on th sign
•[F4] ARROW:
os l ct and ins rt a pag with arrows, ch vrons,
lin s or caution signals
os l ct th flash patt rn for th s l ct d graphic
See Section 5.6 for in-depth explanation
•[F ] CLEAR SEQ: cl ar th whol s qu nc
•[INS] / [DEL] PAGE: ins rt or r mov pag s from
th s qu nc
[F3] CL
R
D l t s cont nts of curr nt pag .
Table 6 – Quick Program Keys
Note: ress [FN] to activate the alternate keypad.

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5.3.2 Creating a Sequence of Message Pages ith Quick Program
[ ] Enter > Main Menu > [F1] Quick Program
Figure 8 – Quick Program
1. Create line by line each page(s) of the text message(s) for your
sequence
Use keypad to write message text (max. 8 characters per line)
Use arrow keys []
•to position the cursor
and/or
•to mo e to and from pages
2. To modify the text on a message page in the Quick Program
sequence you can:
•o erwrite text
or
•press [SPACE] to erase characters and rewrite
or
•press [F3] CLR erase entire page. Then write in the new text
3. As you complete each new page, press [F2] OPT > [F1] TIMING
and set the timing of the page if required. Default timing is 2.0
seconds
Figure 9 – Display Time
4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the rest of the pages in the sequence

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5. Verify the pages in your new sequence ([] arrow keys to change
pages)
6. Press [F1] RUN and the software updates and displays the new
sequence on the message board
The screen returns to Status where the Pre iew displays the
sequence
Note: Identifying message page numbers are automatically assigned to all message
pages in the Quick rogram sequence.
Tip: Cursor should be on last line of page 1 in order to move to page 2.