WEIGL ProCommander AX User manual
Instruction Manual
Table Of Contents
1 Important Information and Safety Tips.5
1.1 FCC and CE Compliance .............................8
1.2 FCC Instruction to User...............................8
1.3 FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY....10
1.4 CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY......11
2 Warranty...............................................13
3 ProCommander®AX Pin Assignment ..15
3.1 ProCommander®AX FRONT ....................15
3.1.1 Pin assignment FRONT .......................15
3.2 ProCommander®AX REAR.......................18
3.2.1 Pin assignment REAR..........................18
3.3 ProCommander®AX REAR Gecko (Vendor
specific, special order) ..............................21
3.3.1 Pin assignment REAR Gecko..............21
3.4 ProCommander®AX Display ....................24
3.4.1 ProCommander®AX Outputs.............24
3.4.2 ProCommander®AX Sub-Device-ID...25
3.4.3 ProCommander®AX Loudspeaker.....26
4 ProCommander®AX Update.................27
4.1 ProCommander®AX Firmware Update...27
4.2 Wi-Fi Module Firmware Update................33
5 ProCommander®AX Wi-Fi
Configuration .......................................41
5.1 Setup Wi-Fi Configuration.........................41
5.2 Network Configuration ..............................43
5.2.1 WLAN IP Address Configuration........43
5.3 Tunnel Configuration .................................44
5.4 WLAN Profile Configuration......................45
6 Analog MIN- and MAX-value ...............47
7 Variable ................................................49
8 Control.ini.............................................51
8.1 Structure of the Control.ini file .................52
8.1.1 !i: Input events .....................................52
8.1.2 !t: Time events ....................................52
8.1.3 !v: Variable events ..............................53
8.2 Case studies...............................................56
8.2.1 Project 1 – The first show runs in a loop
and is interrupted by the second show
every 45 minutes .................................56
8.2.2 Project 2 – Three switches trigger three
shows ...................................................57
8.2.3 Project 3 – One area has to be filled with
four different recorded voice sounds 59
8.2.4 Project 4 – External control of a VU-
meter display .......................................61
8.2.5 Project 5 – One pushbutton controls
five shows............................................. 63
9 Folder structure of the Flash Card.......65
10 Programming the ProCommander®
AX ........................................................67
11 Network Connection Communication .69
11.1 Network Connection between
ProCommander®AX and Pro I/OTM ..........69
11.2 Network Connection between
ProCommander®AX and another
ProCommander®AX .................................74
12 Appendix ..............................................75
12.1 Measurements ALU Housing....................75
12.2 Measurements ...........................................76
12.3 Electrical and operating requirements .....77
12.4 Wi-Fi Module Specification .......................78
12.4.1 Network ................................................78
12.4.2 Security & Authentication ..................78
12.4.3 Certifications & Compliance...............78
12.5 Pin assignment IX Connector - RS485/
CAN ............................................................79
12.6 Pin assignment ProCommander®AX
GECKO - GECKO connector......................80
12.7 Assignment ProCommander®AX - Analog
IN 1-4/ Digital IN 1-8, Analog OUT 1-4 /
Digital OUT/ PWM 1-4 (Pin 5-8)................81
12.8 Assignment ProCommander®AX GECKO
- Digital IN 5-8 (Pin 1-4), Digital OUT/ PWM
1-4............................................................... 82
12.9 Pin assignment LS (Loudspeaker) ...........83
13 Glossary................................................85
14 F.A.Q. ...................................................87
15 Index.....................................................89
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Important Information and Safety Tips
1 Important Information and Safety Tips
The ProCommander®AX is an electronic device that can fail,
in part or in full despite careful testing. Therefore, it must not be
used in applications where personal safety could be at risk due
to the malfunction of the device.
Weigl equipment is not designed, intended, authorized or
warranted to be suitable in life support applications, devices,
systems, or other critical applications. Inclusion of Weigl
equipment in such applications is understood to be the full risk
of the customer.
Weigl assumes no liability for applications assistance,
customer produced design, software performance or
infringements of patents or copyrights.
Weigl does not warrant or represent that any license,
either expressed or implied, is granted under any patent right,
copyright, mask work right, or other intellectual property right
of Weigl covering or relating to any combination, machine or
process in which Weigl products or services might be or are
used.
ATTENTION!
The ProCommander®AX must not be directly
connected to voltages greater than 24V.
It is important to read this manual and familiarize yourself
with the function of the ProCommander®AX before working
with the device. Failure to do so may cause damage to the
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Important Information and Safety Tips
ProCommander®AX or connected components.
Only experienced personnel should connect the
ProCommander®AX to other systems and only do so such that
they comply with required safety regulations.
ATTENTION!
Please ensure that all cables from and to the
ProCommander®are laid carefully and that they
aren't damaged at any time.
ATTENTION!
External power sources connected to the
ProCommander®must not exceed the maximum
allowable voltage (24V) and must be protected
accordingly. In addition, correct polarity must be
utilized to avoid damage to the ProCommander®.
Failure to do so will void the warranty and Weigl
GmbH & Co KG or Weigl Works, LLC will not be liable
for any resulting damages.
When connecting solenoids, a freewheeling diode for each
solenoid is required. They should be mounted as close as
possible to the solenoid. Please refer to the wiring diagram in
the manual. If this is not observed, the output driver will be
destroyed, thus voiding the warranty.
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Important Information and Safety Tips
ATTENTION!
The ProCommander®should not be exposed to
extreme heat or humidity before, during or after
installation. Please refer to "Electrical and operating
requirements".
If the device is used for outdoor installations, it must be
protected with proper weather proofing enclosures. Direct
sunlight may also lead to overheating.
ATTENTION!
Damages caused by improper handling, improper
wiring or improper use will void warranty and Weigl
GmbH & Co KG or Weigl Works, LLC cannot be held
liable.
ATTENTION!
With the removal of the label of a ProCommander®,
the warranty automatically will be void.
Weigl makes every effort to ensure that the information
in this manual is accurate and complete. Please note that all
information is subject to change. Neither is any liability assumed
for damages resulting from the use of the information contained
herein.
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Important Information and Safety Tips
1.1 FCC and CE Compliance
Weigl ProCommander®AX have been tested to comply with
FCC and CE requirements.
The ProCommander®AX is a low voltage DC device and
therefore, neither UL nor CE require additional safety testing.
For fireproofing or additional radio frequency interference
shielding, the ProCommander®AX can be rack mounted in a
19" rack space with optional hardware.
1.2 FCC Instruction to User
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
reconnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
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Important Information and Safety Tips
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
This equipment has been verified to comply with the limits
for a class B computing device, pursuant to FCC Rules. In order
to maintain compliance with FCC regulations, shielded cables
must be used with this equipment. Operation with non-approved
equipment or unshielded cables is likely to result in interference
to radio and TV reception. The user is cautioned that changes
and modifications made to the equipment without the approval
of manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation. This Class B digital apparatus meets all
requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.
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Important Information and Safety Tips
1.3 FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Class B.
Application of Council Directives: EMC Directive, 89/336/EEC
Manufacturer’s Name: Weigl GmbH & Co KG
Manufacturer’s Address: Limberg 3, 4201 Gramastetten, Austria
US Importer’s Name: Weigl Works, LLC dba Weigl Controls
Importer’s Address: 441 W.Bagley Rd. #177 Berea, OH 44107
Type of Equipment: Entertainment and Lighting Control
Equipment Class: Commercial and Light Industrial
Model: Weigl ProCommander®AX
Year of Manufacture: 2018
I the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified
above conforms to the above directive(s) and standard(s).
Place: Gramastetten
Date: February 14th, 2018
Full Name: Manfred Weigl
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1.4 CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Weigl ProCommander®AX have been tested to comply with
CE requirements.
Model: Weigl ProCommander®AX
This product herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements
set out in the Council Directive on the approximation of the laws
of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive 2004/108/EG. For the evaluation regarding EMC, the
following standards were applied:
EN 61000-6-2:2005 – Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part
6-2: Generic standards - Immunity for industrial environments
EN 61000-6-4:2007 – Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) -
Part 6-4: Generic standards - Emission standard for industrial
environments
EN 61000-6-3:2007 – Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) -
Part 6-3: Generic standards - Emission standard for residential,
commercial and light-industrial environments
EN 55022:2010 Class B – Information technology equipment
- Radio disturbance characteristics - Limits and methods of
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Important Information and Safety Tips
measurement.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Class B.
I the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified
above conforms to the above directive(s) and standard(s).
Place: Gramastetten
Date: February 14th, 2018
Full Name: Manfred Weigl
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Warranty
2 Warranty
The ProCommander®AX has a warranty period of 24 months
from the original date of purchase. The warranty applies only
to the original purchaser and is non-transferable between end
customers. For the claim of the guarantee the final consumer's
bill is required.
ATTENTION!
With the removal of the label of a ProCommander,
the warranty automatically will be void.
The warranty covers parts that have been determined
defective due to manufacturing or material defects and will be
replaced or repaired. The replaced or repaired part(s) do not
affect the warranty and the warranty will still expire 24 months
from the original date of purchase. Damaged parts will not
be returned. Any further legal claims, in particular those for
compensation for direct or indirect damages are excluded from
the warranty.
The customer shall pay all shipping costs to and from Weigl
GmbH & Co KG or Weigl Works, LLC should there be a need for
parts be repaired or replaced in the ProCommander®AX. The
transport of the ProCommander is at the risk of the customer.
If a repair order was issued, but no fault could be detected,
we reserve the right to charge service and diagnostic fees.
Excluded from the warranty are:
• Damage from natural causes such as fire, lightening,
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Warranty
water damage, etc.
• Damage caused by errors in installation.
• Damage caused by tampering with the device by persons
not expressly authorized by Weigl GmbH & Co KG or
Weigl Works, LLC to do so.
• Failure to follow the instructions (i.e. connection to the
wrong voltage or incorrect input or output circuit)
• Damage caused by negligent handling, misuse, or
improper use of ProCommander®AX.
• Damage caused by extreme heat and/ or cold.
• Damage caused by reverse polarity.
• Damage caused by voltages over 24 VDC.
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ProCommander®AX Pin Assignment
3 ProCommander®AX Pin Assignment
3.1 ProCommander®AX FRONT
NETWORK 2
FRONT WIRING DIAGRAM for ProCommander®AX
USB for Control and Con figuration
NETWORK 1
ATTENTION!
For a higher resolution, please download the
wiring diagram from Weigl Support and Solutions
Center.
3.1.1 Pin assignment FRONT
NETWORK
The network port 1 and 2 can be used for programming
and configuration. Network port 1 and 2 operates as a fixed-
IP address, UDP/ TCP Ethernet connection primarily supporting
IPV4 type communications. You can configure both the required
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ProCommander®AX Pin Assignment
fixed IP address, as well as the subnet mask through network
or USB messages. Additional enterprise settings available on
request and in the ASCII list.
USB
Using the USB port you can configure the ProCommander®
AX. Please make sure that you have installed the applicable
driver for RS-232 support to use the USB port in conjunction with
either the Weigl Hardware Configurator or a terminal program
of your choice. You can download this stand-alone driver from
our website, as well as complete firmware packages inclusive
of these tools. Further information for installation you can find
here "USB – driver installation".
microSD
On the front panel of the ProCommander®AX is a slot for
storing a microSD for storing both logic, show and audio data.
Please switch OFF the unit before plug in or removing a microSD
card.
ATTENTION!
Weigl highly recommends to use SLC NAND industrial
grade instead of MLC microSD cards. We also offer
SLC industrial grade memory cards, which we have
tested with our devices. Other cards need to be
tested in terms of speed.
To plug in the card, push the card until it is flush with the
front panel. To remove the card, press gently on top of the card
and then let the card go. It will be pushed out a few millimeters
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by the internal mechanism for easy removal.
ATTENTION!
Please ensure that you do not press too hard on
the card, otherwise the ejection mechanism can be
destroyed.
When the card is valid "Card detected" will be shown in
the display. You may also see "Control.ini", success or "OK",
messages, meaning that the data in your control.ini file is
correct. Only if you have a Control.ini file stored on your card.
Display
Please refer to the chapter "ProCommander®AX Display".
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3.2 ProCommander®AX REAR
3.2.1 Pin assignment REAR
Rel 1
1N40 07
D1
1
1
2
2
3
4
R E LA Y 1
Rel 1
1N40 07
D1
1
1
2
2
3
4
R E LA Y 4
4/8 Oh m
4/8 Ohm
LE FT +
LE FT -
RIG HT +
RIG HT -
DIGITAL IN 5
PS+: 12V-24V
D IGI TA L I N 6
D IGI TA L I N 7
D IGI TA L I N 8
ma x. 500mA /24V
ma x. 500mA /24V
ALWAYS MOUNT FLYBACK DIODE IN REVERSE
DIRECTIO N PARALLEL TO EA CH INDUCTIVE LOAD!
GND
REAR WIRING DIAGRAM for ProCommander®AX
PS+: 12V-24V /max. 96 Watt
PS: GND
EXTERNAL POWER S UPPLY +
EXTERNAL AUDIO-AMP LI F IER
ALWAYS TAKE CARE OF
POWER POLARITY!
RS485/ CAN
ANAL OG OUT 1ANA LOG OUT 4
ma x. 10mA
0-10V
ANALOG IN 1
(0-10V)
ANALOG IN 1/
D IGI TA L I N 1
ANALOG IN 2/
D IGI TA L I N 2
ANALOG IN 3/
D IGI TA L I N 3
ANALOG IN 4/
D IGI TA L I N 4
ANALOG IN 4
(0-10V)
max. 24V DC
INPUT CI RCUIT IN1-IN4
IN1 -IN4
4K7
R2
10K
R1
D1
ZD3V 3
2
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1
2
2
TO_IN 1-4
INPUT CI RCUIT IN 1-IN4
IN1 -IN4
4K7
R2
10K
R1
D1
ZD3V 3
2
11
1
2
2
TO_IN 1-4
The pin assignment
of the IX connector
can be found on a
separate page in this
wiring diagram!
ATTENTION!
IX Connector Type A
ATTENTION!
For a higher resolution, please download the
wiring diagram from Weigl Support and Solutions
Center.
POWER
The ProCommander®AX can be operated with voltages
from 12V to 24V/ max. 96Watt (for class-2 installations).
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