User Manual and Instructions
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1. MCU DIP switch RED CONTINUITY LED GREEN POWER LED O XSSET 1 O OUTPUT B sete attery e match igniter XAVIEN Battery OI O G SWITCH YELLOW MODE LED Figure 2 gives a close look at the DIP switches and explains the time value of each switch Table 1 gives examples of a few settings For example to get a delay of 10 seconds you would turn ON switch 2 and switch 4 2 seconds 8 seconds 10 seconds the rest would be OFF Figure 3 gives you switch examples for both modes of operation Figure 2 DIP Switch with all switches in the OFF position nnng Switch Time Value 1 second 2 seconds 4 seconds 8 seconds 16 seconds MODE Select OO amp Go Po IMPORTANT Switches MUST be set prior to turning power on to XSSET 1 The microcontroller ONLY reads the switch settings on power up If changes need to be made turn unit OFF set switches and cycle power back ON Table 1 Example of delay settings Switch Settings ST1 1 2 3 4 5 6 Time Delay STAGE 1 Off Off Off Off Off Off On Off Off Off Off Off Off On Off Off Off Off On On Off Off Off Off Off On Off On Off Off Off Off Off Off On Off Off On On Off On Off Off Off Off Off Off On On Off Off Off Off On Off On Off Off Off On On On Off Off Off On Off On Off On Off On On On On On On On 1 second MODE2. xavier XSSET 1 Xavien Single Stage Event Timer User Manual and Instructions WWW A NW LA kW is z amp a oa lt ER x A ore Ibe ity II XAVIEN PO Box 7433 Goodyear Az 85338 www xavien com System Overview The XSSET 1 is a precise single stage G SWITCH activated timing and control system Time and mode settings are set using a six position DIP switch that eases programming the unit It runs off of an external DC power supply ranging from 7V to 15V Other applications such as relay switching and solenoid driving can also be implemented using the XSSET 1 Various electric matches may be used because of the versatility and high current FETs used in the design of the XSSET 1 these include but are not limited to Quickburst Daveyfire and OXRAL Specifications Battery external 7 15 VDC PEAK Firing Current 10A 5sec Dimensions 0 95 0 05 W x 2 5 0 02 L Weight without battery 20 0 grams Nominal Battery Load 15mA Delay Settings 1 second to 31 seconds in 1 sec increments Operational Overview Figure 1 depicts the component layout of the XSSET 1 The ON positions for the switches are labeled at the top of each DIP switch pack Figure 1 XSSET 1 Assembly
3. TMR 1 second MODE TMR 2 seconds MODE TMR 3 seconds MODE TMR 10 seconds MODE TMR 16 seconds MODE TMR 22 seconds MODE TMR 1 second MODE BOS 1 second MODE BOS 2 seconds MODE BOS 3 seconds MODE BOS 10 seconds MODE BOS 31 seconds MODE BOS Figure 3 Example switch settings MODE TMR MODE BOS DELAY 14s DELAY 9s DSkenn 1 2 3 4 5 8 e i XSSET 1 MODES The XSSET 1 has 2 modes of operation TMR TIMER and BOS BURN OUT SENSE In TMR mode the unit begins countdown as soon as the G SWITCH is CLOSED launched In BOS mode the unit begins countdown after the G SWITCH has CLOSED and OPENED motor burns out For both modes we do a 0 5s sample of the G SWITCH to help prevent a misfire by someone bumping the rocket The TMR and BOS modes are chosen by the sixth position 6 DIP switch When the switch is OFF the unit is in TMR mode and when the switch is ON the unit is in BOS mode Figure 4 shows DIP switch values Figure 4 DIP switch values 16s MODE J d 1s 2s 4s hi Be EE The BOS mode is especially useful for parachute streamer deployment You set the timer for how long after the motor has burned out you want to wait before igniting your charge The TMR mode is useful if you want to either air start motors clu
4. attery is nothing compared to the time and money spent on many of our users rockets Figure 8 Recommended battery connections GREEN POWER LED POWER XS SWITCH Auge GUIENI A6 Setup Sequence This is the recommended sequence for setting up the XSSET 1 1 Make sure unit is NOT powered up if it is turn it OFF 2 Set DIP switches to desired time delay 3 Install igniter electric match making sure screw terminals are not loose hand tighten only 4 Install a fresh 9V battery making sure screw terminals are not loose hand tighten only Reversing the polarity of the battery can damage the XSSET 1 when installing the battery refer to figure 8 for the correct polarity 5 Turn POWER on to XSSET 1 verify that the GREEN POWER LED and the RED CONTINUITY LED s are ON If the RED LED is OFF you have a continuity issue with your pyro if the GREEN LED is OFF you have a power problem If both LED s are on unit is ready for launch Mounting Installation The XSSET 1 must be installed securely to prevent the unit from being damaged during use Since this unit does depend on a G SWITCH orientation of the unit is very important the arrow must be pointing in the direction of travel The mounting holes are 0 125 this allows various size screws to be used Just verify the clearance of both the screw and the head to insu
5. ity of failure can never be completely ruled out It is the responsibility of the purchaser or user of this equipment to properly test and simulate the actual conditions under which the device is intended to be used to ensure the highest degree of reliability safety and success UU Product Warranty The XSSET 1 has a warranty of 1 year starting from date of purchase as long as all the guidelines have been followed that are outlined is this document Any improper use or carelessness on the part of user will void the warranty If your unit has problems send an email to RMA XAVIEN COM Once this has been done XAVIEN will send you a return material authorization RMA number that you need to include with your unit DO NOT send any units back to XAVIEN without this RMA number if we receive product with no RMA it will NOT be accepted and mailed back unrepaired Revision History PCB REV 1 00A DATE 07 16 2004 FW REV 1 00A DATE 07 16 2004 DOC REV 1 01A DATE 08 09 2005 UPDATED LOGO
6. re a proper fit without damaging the unit 0 125 3 175mm 0 125 3 175mm 2 5 63 5mm 0 95 24 13mm URGENT The XSSET 1 MUST be protected from ejection charge and motor residue These are corrosive and over time can damage the XSSET 1 If this occurs the warranty does not cover this type of damage It is good practice to clean the unit using Isopropyl Alcohol 70 alcohol or better Handling Precautions These units are sensitive to damage from ESD and should always be handled in a properly grounded environment damage from ESD is not covered under the warranty Never transport or handle a rocket with an XSSET 1 that is powered up and connected to live pyrotechnic charges When installing electric matches in a XSSET 1 make sure unit is powered off Before launching verify that the RED CONTINUITY LED is on l Product Disclaimer and Limit of Liability Since the use and application of this equipment are beyond our control the purchaser or user agrees to hold XAVIEN and their agents from any and all legal claims demands actions debts liabilities judgments costs and attorney fees arising out of claimed on account of or in any manner predicted upon loss or damage to property of or injuries to or death of any and all persons arising out of the use of this equipment Due to the nature of electronic devices the application and environments for these devices the possibil
7. s always recommended that you dip your e matches into pyrogen to help with motor ignition It is recommended that you test the model you are using to insure proper ignition occurs We here at XAVIEN have used electric matches that are easily available to us for testing If you are using something different than what is listed and want to make sure it will work before buying a XMFT 1 email us and we will look into testing a unit using your model of electric match Our time is limited so no guarantees on how fast we can do this Electric Match Sources Manufacturers e Daveyfire www daveyfire com e Luna Tech OXRAL www oxral com www pyropak com e Quickburst www quickburst net Battery Connections The XSSET 1 was designed to operate using a 9V alkaline battery We here at XAVIEN recommend using a switch to insure ease of use when powering the unit up and down We have equipped the unit with a small green power indicator so the user can easily identify when the unit has power applied It is recommended that the user do tests using their igniter electric match configurations before assuming anything will work This will help to insure that the XSSET 1 and your configuration will work to your expectations In figure 8 we have a basic diagram of the battery connections that are recommended by us It is always a good idea to insure you have a fresh new battery before any launches occur After all the cost of a b
8. ster or ignite a secondary stage of your rocket You set the dip switches for how long you want to wait after the rocket is launched before you activate your charge Figure 5 Basic Diagram of a single stage rocket using the XSSET 1 in BOS mode XSSET 1 BOS MODE Parachute Ejection Charge Canister E MATCH Parachute protection material Figure 6 Basic diagram of a dual stage rocket using a XSSET 1 in BOS mode and a XSSET 1 in TMR mode XSSET 1 BOS MODE XSSET 1 TMR MODE Parachute Ejection Charge Canister E MATCH dipped in pyrogen to start motor Parachute protection material Pyrotechnic Installation The XSSET 1 has been tested using various igniters and electric matches To install a pyrotechnic device onto the XSSET 1 oower needs to be OFF you simply unscrew the terminals located as in figure 7 The terminals are screw based terminal blocks for easy access and reliability User does not need to worry about which terminal goes to which leg of the igniter electric match Make sure you hand tighten ONLY too much torque can damage the unit screw terminals after igniter electric match has been installed Figure 7 Pyrotechnic device install location Igniters Electric Matches Ei XSSET 1 Recommended igniter electric matches The XMFT 1 has been tested using the Quickburst HOT SHOT Daveyfire and OXRAL electric matches It i
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