Keypad User Manual - New York Railway Supply, Inc
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1. The Automatic Track Power Reversing ATR feature is an optional capability whose purpose is to eliminate the need to use a split ring rail split commutator or DPDT switch to reverse the track power during bridge rotation and operation The ATR has two modes of operation Standard and Optional Standard Mode In this mode sometimes called split ring mode the ATR works by remembering where your reference track is Track 41 and then automatically reversing the bridge track power whenever the head end of the bridge moves more than 90 degrees either direction from that point This simulates what would happen if you used a split ring rail to carry power to the bridge with the split made 90 degrees each direction from the lead track Refer to Figure 4 below When the head end is located on this side of the pit power will be reversed Lead Track Optional Mode In this mode sometimes called toggle mode the ATR operates by remembering where you start each move and toggles the power if you move more than 90 degrees in either direction from the starting point of that particular move For example if you were to turn a locomotive 180 degrees from any track location the controller PTC Model III Keypad Selector Installation Instructions and User Manual Rev 05 14 Page 12 will toggle the power as if you had done manually it with an auxiliary toggle switch If the bridge is moved more than 90 degrees from any track2. PTC Model III Programmable Turntable Controller controller and Motor Assembly P N 03 160 Installation Instructions And Users Manual For Keypad Track Selector Models New York Railway Supply 13225 Thornton Dr Westlake TX 76262 817 233 5068 http www nyrs com NYRS 1994 2010 Rev 7 10 US Patents Pending PTC Model III Keypad Selector Installation Instructions and User Manual Rev 05 14 Page 1 WARNING The solder used in this product contains lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects and other reproductive harm Please wash hands after handling internal components and circuit boards and avoid inhalation of fumes if heating the solder PTC Model III Keypad Selector Installation Instructions and User Manual Rev 05 14 Page 2 Installation Instructions and Users Manual PTC Model III Programmable Turntable controller PTC Model til Programmable Turntable Controller MOTORSTEP NYRWS Co A INTRODUCTION Before you begin installation and programming of your new turntable controller be sure to read through these instructions completely Also review the PTC Model II Product Overview as well as the Basic Motor Mount Installation Instructions if you are using the optional Motor Mount Kit The PTC is not difficult to install but as with any precision mechanism some time and care will be needed to achieve a neat reliable installation The main steps in
3. Your mount should make sure that the motor and turntable shafts stay in alignment and do not connect to each other off angle e Design the mount so that it shares a common mounting surface with the turntable such as the layout surface or supporting benchwork immediately connected to the turntable Do not use benchwork that otherwise supports the layout The objective is to minimize misalignment effects related to possible expansion and contraction of the layout or supporting benchwork If these guidelines are followed your installation will provide years of reliable service CONTROLLER INSTALLATION Controller installation is simple and only requires a suitable location under the benchwork to rest the controller Typically a small shelf is attached to the benchwork if no other location is available When selecting a mounting location be sure that e The mounting location is within 2 of the turntable which is the length of the motor cable The short cable length is recommended to minimize the potential for the motor to pick up unwanted electrical noise However optional 3 6 and 10 extension cables are available if needed e Be sure the mounting location is within 3 of where you plan to mount the Track Selector panel controls which is the length of that cable Again shorter cables are better but 6 and 10 foot cables are available if needed e Lastly be sure the front panel of the controller is visible for progra
4. power will be toggled Any Track Put another way if the bridge is moved less than 90 degrees for example between two tracks located close to each other the power will not be reversed Note When you first program the controller the power reversing relay is initialized to feed power straight through meaning not reversed From that point the controller remembers each move and toggles the power as needed Tip If you have the automatic Track Power Reversing Feature and want to turn it off for any reason follow the Function Programming instructions above to disable it If ATR is turned off the Controller will still provide power to the bridge rails but it will not reverse or toggle it The change will take effect the next time the controller does a bridge move Tip If you change the ATR Mode it will not take affect the relay will not change state if needed until the next bridge move Troubleshooting The PTC Model III Controller has been enhanced to provide the user with more feedback so corrective action can be taken if the controller detects that something is wrong Feedback is primarily provided by the Dual Digit Display The Status Indicator provides secondary feedback by use of different combinations of colors and flash patterns Note that in the case of the Status Indicator the meaning of the different indications depends on if you currently have the controller in RUN or LEARN modes Refer to the
5. track 1 Any numbers in the range from 2 to 99 may be used in any order For example you may number your primary lead tracks 1 2 and 3 tracks into the roundhouse 11 12 13 14 15 outdoor storage tracks 20 21 and 22 etc PTC Model III Keypad Selector Installation Instructions and User Manual Rev 05 14 Page 8 Tip If you enter the wrong track number for example you entered 25 when you wanted 23 re enter 2 and then 73 Each new number you enter simply results in the previous numbers being shifted over You may continue entering numbers as long as you wish When you have track number you want indicate you are done by pressing the key Tip If you enter the key twice in a row the Dual Digit Display will briefly display an error code E1 This is to remind you that the next key expected is a number not the f key again At any time you enter a key that the controller does not expect don t worry The controller will briefly display an error code in the range EI through E8 to prompt you with the information the controller expects Refer to Tables 2 and 3 Mode Definition Summary and Error Definition Summary in the Troubleshooting section for a summary of these codes The Troubleshooting section can be found at the end of this manual 5 Program the rest of the track head locations Repeat Step 4 to program the rest of your head track locations 6 Program the bridge
6. continuous rotation repeat Steps 1 through 3 Note Since the bridge is taking very small individual steps it may not be immediately evident that the bridge is turning while in single step mode especially for N scale and smaller HO scale bridges lt 9 inches Observe the alternately flashing Status Indicator to confirm bridge movement After you have completed the system check out proceed to programming PROGRAMMING Note The programming steps for the Rotary and Pushbutton Track Selector Modules are similar but do include significant differences If you have purchased a Rotary Track or Pushbutton Track Selector Module refer to the detailed instructions provided with that module Programming the PTC involves the following simple steps to teach the PTC where your lead and service track locations are Programming should take about 5 10 minutes take your time Feel comfortable while programming you can t hurt anything If you are in doubt about making a mistake at any point don t worry about it you can simply restart the programming process Your first consideration will be to select a track that you will identify to the controller as your primary reference track Usually this will be your primary lead track to the bridge If you have two or more lead tracks to your turntable identify one as your primary lead track This track will be identified to the controller as Track 1 Next consider which end of the bri
7. it back on e Since most bridges are identical at both ends be sure you can identify which end of the bridge is the head end so you can re index the table later on when necessary Use the Index Mode described in the System Check Out Section to re orient the head end of the bridge to the lead track If you add more tracks to your turntable later on reprogram the PTC from Step 1 e Avoid removing the motor and or bracket after you program the unit unless you really need to Although not a problem it is an inconvenience because you will not likely be able re align the motor exactly where you had it before You will have to reindex the unit after reinstallation of the motor OPERATING THE PTC After programming the PTC is ready for use Operation is simple 1 Power up the controller in RUN mode To do this be sure the power switch is OFF Confirm that Configuration Switch 8 the Run Learn switch is set to RUN Turn on the power The controller will go through its power on self test sequence e The Dual Digit Display will briefly illuminate all display segments to confirm they are all operational Sa e The Status Indicator on the control panel will glow red briefly then convert to a steady green to indicate that the controller has powered up in the normal RUN mode e The controller will do a power on motion self test function to confirm proper operation This wags the bridge clockwise about 10 then counterclockw
8. pause or emergency stop mode This will also occur if the unit has been programmed but not indexed to track 1 See section 8 3 To index While holding down the key turn on the system power Release the key to start bridge movement then single step the bridge to align it with your primary lead track track 1 Error Code 3 Not a valid track the track selected is not a programmed location Enter a programmed location Error Code 4 Not a valid key pressed the key is expected Press the key to start track entry sequence Not used Error Code 6 Track ID selected 00 is reserved Enter a track and head tail value that is not 00 PTC Model III Keypad Selector Installation Instructions and User Manual Rev 05 14 Page 13 E7 E8 E9 Error Code 7 Not a valid Function entry enter a Function value in the range 1 through 4 corresponding to Speed Momentum ATR Mode and ATR Enable respectively Error Code 8 Not a valid Programming value enter a Programming value in the range 0 through 9 is setting Speed or Momentum values 0 or 1 if setting ATR Mode or ATR Enable Not used TABLE 4 LEARN Mode LED Flash Pattern Summary Y Y Y R or G Normal power on the controller is ready for programming Normal bridge learn move in progress When single stepping at the end of a bridge learn move the indicator will alter
9. C Model III call or write New Your Railway Supply Inc attention Technical Support or email us at sales support nyrs com NEW YORK RAILWAY SUPPLY 13225 Thornton Dr Westlake TX 76262 http www nyrs com Tel 817 233 5068 NYRS 1994 2014 Rev 05 14 US Patents Pending PTC Model III Keypad Selector Installation Instructions and User Manual Rev 05 14 Page 14
10. Display will then revert to displaying the bridge s current location and the controller will return to standby ready mode e Important After turning off the power let the Controller sit for a full 5 seconds before turning it back ON This will assure that the Controller starts up in the proper reset mode e Do not turn off the controller power when it is in Pause mode between track locations Although it is not a problem it is an inconvenience since you will have to re index reference the controller If re indexing is necessary the Dual Digit Display will show E2 and Status Indicator will flash a double red after power up in RUN mode instead of green to indicate that the controller does not remember where the bridge is and needs to be re indexed e The stepper motor may get warm to the touch This is normal since the motor draws nearly 1 amp of current even while stationary e If you want to cancel a track move after you have started by pressing the key cancel the entry by entering 00 followed by the key 0 0 The Dual Digit Display will revert to indicating the current bridge position and the controller will return to standby ready mode Changing the Momentum and Maximum Speed Settings The Keypad Selector enables a broader selection of speed momentum and power reversing relay options than the standard Rotary and Pushbutton Track Selectors They are accessed by en
11. age 7 To begin programming 1 Initialize the controller With the power off 1 1 Locate the switch block on the bottom of the Controller Locate the Configuration Switch Block on the bottom of the controller Set switch 8 the Run Learn switch to the OFF LEARN position 1 2 Turn on the Controller power front panel switch to ON 1 3 The Status Indicator on the control panel will be red briefly about 1 or 2 seconds then will change to a solid yellow The Dual Digit Display will display Ln for Learn Ln This indicates that the controller has powered up in the LEARN mode Note If you had previously programmed the PTC during another session all previously programmed settings will be erased at this point 2 Program the location of the lead track Determine which end of the turntable bridge you would like to be the head end of the bridge for programming Following the procedure below rotate the head end of the bridge to the location of the lead track 2 1 Press and release the key The bridge will now begin turning in a clockwise direction The status LED will flash yellow and the Dual Digit Display will show Ad for advancing Ad At this point it does not matter where the bridge is pointing or what track it is lined up with The bridge will keep turning until you press the key again 2 2 When the bridge gets within a few degrees of the lead track press the key ag
12. ain The bridge will stop rotating The status indicator will be red or green depending on where you happened to stop The Dual Digit Display will not change 2 3 Tap the key again the bridge will take a single step and stop Keep tapping the key until the bridge lines up with the lead track The status indicator will alternate between red and green to confirm each step 2 4 If you pressed the key too many times you overshoot the location you want press and hold the x Key for at least 3 seconds then release The bridge will reverse and back up about 2 Tap the Key to single step the bridge lining it up with the lead track Tip When single stepping the bridge in the forward direction a single step is only 025 degree Barely visible to the eye If you think it hasn t moved make a reference point at the current location and step it 10 times You will see that it is moving 3 When you have lined up the bridge to the lead track enter the track number of the lead track which must be 1 3 1 Press the key The Dual Digit Display will show to indicate that the controller is ready for you to enter a track number The status indicator will show a steady green 3 2 Press the 1 key 3 3 Complete the track number entry by pressing the key The sequence of keys in summary would be the following m db 3 4 After you have typed in the key the Status Indicator wil flash red
13. dge you would like to identify as the head end of the bridge for programming Since turntable bridges are typically not perfectly symmetrical at both ends even though they might look it you will proceed by programming all of the head end locations first then the tail ends Frequently the head end of the bridge is the end with the operator s shack If your bridge does not have such a distinction be sure that you can otherwise determine which end of the bridge is which Tip If your bridge is basically identical at each end consider marking your bridge s head end with a water barrel or other object to make the head end easy to identify from a distance Tip Most users find it helpful to diagram their turntable numbering their service and lead tracks before they sit down to program their controller They then check off the tracks the ve programmed as they proceed with the programming session Note that your primary lead track the system reference track must be numbered 1 Tip When numbering your lead and service tracks it is not necessary to number them in any specific order after programming Track 1 Any numbers in the range from 2 to 99 may be used in any order For example you may number your primary lead tracks 1 2 and 3 tracks into the roundhouse 11 12 13 14 15 outdoor storage tracks 20 21 and 22 etc PTC Model III Keypad Selector Installation Instructions and User Manual Rev 05 14 P
14. e hole by placing the Cover Plate face down over the hole again Caution Be sure you have deburred the hole completely and use care when placing the Cover Plate over the hole Burrs on the hole can scrape and mar the black anodized finish on the Cover Plate This is especially true if your facia is aluminum or other metal Once you have completed the mounting cutout complete the final assembly of the Keypad Selector Module 7 Locate the Track Selector to Controller Cable This is a flat ribbon cable standard 3 in length You may have a longer cable if you ordered that option 8 Connect the flat ribbon Track Selector to Controller Cable to connector J1 on the Keypad Selector Module Connector J1 is noted on the Selector Module PCB The marked edge of the cable must be oriented to line up with the Pin 1 on Jl which is located on the left side Reference Figure 4 PTC Model III Keypad Selector Installation Instructions and User Manual Rev 05 14 Page 5 a g z ry Figure 4 Controller Cable Connection If correctly installed the cable should hang straight down when the Keypad Selector is oriented upright as shown Tip Each end of the cable has its connector oriented in opposing fashion If the cable does not look oriented properly try using the other end of the cable 9 Locate the Keypad Selector Hardware Kit Remove the black plastic LED Bezel Install the bezel into the Keypad Selector Module LED mounting
15. ector Installation Instructions and User Manual Rev 05 14 Page 6 3 While holding down the key turn the Power switch to ON the UP position 4 Let go of the key The power on LED on the Controller should be lit the Dual Digit Display should display Ad for Advancing Ad The bridge should begin turning clockwise and the Status Indicator LED should be alternately flashing red and yellow Figure 6 Keypad Selector Module Dual Digit Display Status Indicator A Mounting Holes SYSTEM STATUS PTC Model II Programmable Turntable Controller Keypad TRACK SELECT If this does not happen turn off the power and re check your connections While the bridge is turning carefully observe the bridge s movement throughout its full circular rotation No binding or stuttering should be evident If there is turn off the power and examine the motor installation for any misalignment Correct any problems and re start the Controller in Index Mode to verify the fix Tip While the bridge is turning in Index Mode you can make the bridge stop turning and go into Single Step Mode by pushing the key again Each new push of the key will result in the bridge advancing one step The Status Indicator will also alternate between solid red and solid green to confirm each individual step Use this feature to single step the turntable through any problem areas of rotation you want to examine closely To resume
16. for a short time to acknowledge the key entry and to indicate that the location is being programmed into the system s memory 4 Program the location of the next track After the Status Indicator stops flashing red it will go back to a solid yellow This is to tell you that it is ready to learn the location of the next track rotating clockwise To do this repeat the same basic steps 4 1 Press and release the key to start the bridge turning slowly again 4 2 When the bridge gets within a few degrees of the next track press the key to stop the bridge 4 3 Tap the key until the bridge lines up with the next track 4 4 Press and hold the key for 3 seconds to back up the bridge if you overshoot the spot you want 4 5 When you have lined up the bridge to the track press the key then enter the track number you ve decided you d like to use for that track then the key to terminate the entry sequence For example if you wanted to program the head end of the bridge as location 2 type the following u Note Track number 0 0 may not be used as this is reserved for other functions discussed later 4 6 After you have typed in the key the Status Indicator will again flash red This is your indication that the controller has learned the next track s location Tip Remember that it is not necessary to number your lead and service tracks in any specific order after programming
17. fter reviewing the value you may elect to keep the value or change it e To accept the value without changing it press the x key to cancel or e Press the key to proceed If you accept the value and press the key the Function Programming Mode will be canceled and the Dual Digit Display will revert to displaying the current track location If you pressed the key to proceed the Dual Digit Display will display a Programming Prompt p Enter the value you want e Speed Range is 0 through 9 where 0 is the slowest speed approximately 0 19 RPM and 9 is PTC Model III Keypad Selector Installation Instructions and User Manual Rev 05 14 Page 11 the fastest speed approximately 0 50 RPM The factory default speed setting is 6 medium speed e Momentum Range is 0 through 9 where 0 is no momentum 1 is the shortest momentum period and 9 is the longest momentum period The momentum periods are scaled to depend on the maximum speed variable you have selected The momentum range you may prefer will largely depend on the size and scale of your turntable bridge The best way to find the range you like is to first determine the maximum speed you prefer then experiment with different momentum range variables The factory default momentum setting is 0 no momentum e Automatic Track Power Reversing ATR Mode The ATR Mode instructs the controlle
18. he Dual Digit Display will display Error Code E0 EO The PTC will stay in pause until the any key is pressed at which time the PTC will continue its progress in software versions pryor to 11 5 the key must be pressed to resume rotation O Ver 11 7 Now you can stop the bridge and tell it to go to another location You simply hit any keypad button as if doing an emergency stop Hit to continue to the original location or to enter a new track number Operating Hints e The PTC will not operate prior to programming If turned on it will not perform any functions and the control panel Status Indicator wil flash yellow to indicate programming is required The Dual Digit Display will also display nP to indicate that the system is Not Programmed PTC Model III Keypad Selector Installation Instructions and User Manual Rev 05 14 Page 10 nP e When the new track destination you have selected is counter clockwise from the bridge s current location the controller will overshoot the target track approximately 3 then slowly backtrack clockwise to the desired track This is normal although the PTC gearhead utilizes very high quality gears this move is necessary to compensate for the very small amount of backlash that exists in the gear train e If you request a track location that has not been programmed the Dual Digit Display will briefly display the error code E3 E3 The Dual Digit
19. hole 10 Remove the two 4 40 x 1 8 Philips pan heads screws from the hardware kit Position the Keypad Selector Cover plate over the Keypad Selector Module resting it on the two hex standoffs mouted to the module PCB Carefully install the two screws tightening them securely Caution Do not let the screwdriver jump from the screwhead as this can scrape and mar the black anodized finish on the Cover Plate Tip It may occur that some of the capacitors on the PCB will sit slightly high interfering with comfortable placement of the cover plate on the hex standoffs Gently push them over to provide clearance for the Cover Plate After assembling the Keypad Selector Module install it into the cutout 11 Feed the loose end of the Keypad Selector Cable through the facia hole positioning the Keypad Selector Module in the facia cutout Caution The clearance between the facia cutout and the Keypad Selector Cable PCB Assembly may be very close depending on how big you actually made the cutout If needed add additional clearance by filing the hole where the cable needs to clear the cutout Be careful not to make the hole too big such that the Keypad Selector Cover Plate can t cover the hole properly 12 Locate the four 4 40 x 34 Philips pan head screws washers and nuts in the Hardware Kit Refering to Figure 4 install the screws washers and nuts securing the Keypad Selector Module to the facia Note The 54 screws a
20. ise then back again 2 To select a track press the key followed by the track number then either e The key for aligning the head end of the bridge or e The key for aligning the tail end of the bridge For example if you want to align the head end of the bridge at location 7 type the following qo E nem Or to align the tail end of the bridge to track 43 enter the following 4 3 After entering the track number the Dual Digit Display will show the track number plus a decimal point in the lower right corner of the display if the requested location indexed is a bridge tail end location AS 3 After entering the track location the Status Indicator will flash green If momentum is turned on see later section the bridge will start to ramp up speed Depending on the track selected and the present position of the bridge the controller will automatically rotate the bridge clockwise or counter clockwise the shortest distance needed to line up the desired end of the bridge up with the selected track location As the bridge approaches the desired track it will start to slow down if momentum is enabled then stop Q To stop the bridge in an emergency If it is necessary to panic stop the bridge during rotation simply hit any key on the keypad The bridge will stop immediately with no momentum The controller will place itself in a PAUSE mode and the Status Indicator will glow red T
21. licitly turn it off again e If you do not have the ATR feature installed you can still change the values of the ATR Mode and ATR Enable but they will have no effect e If you enter a function value that is not appropriate for example entering 5 at the Function Prompt the Dual Digit Display will briefly display error code E7 E 7 meaning Not a valid function code value The Dual Digit Display will then revert to the Function Prompt where you can enter a correct function value e If you enter a range value that is not appropriate for the function you have requested for example entering 3 for the ATR Mode or when a number was expected the Dual Digit Display will briefly display error code E8 ES meaning Programming value not in correct range The Dual Digit Display will then revert to the Programming Prompt where you can enter a correct range value e The changes you make in these settings will take effect the next time the controller starts a bridge move It is not necessary to turn the system power off for your new settings to take effect e If momentum is enabled the maximum momentum achievable is limited by the maximum speed selected In other words at maximum speed maximum momentum is possible The controller automatically reduces the momentum to suit the maximum speed if the momentum selected is higher than allowable Using the Automatic Track Power Reversing Feature
22. mming later You will need to see the front panel on occasion not during normal operation usually so be sure you can see it without too much trouble PTC Model III Keypad Selector Installation Instructions and User Manual Rev 05 14 Page 3 96 91 6 94 wpd zou alld MAl 9pIS JoJo Anq AAeay 8I9 pe BER 3 ejeog 01 joN Sjepoj y Aing neay pue pjepuejs SUOISUBWIC JOJO III IepoIN OLd 4 en614 ujeyed ejoH euies MIA 9pIS King Aaeay 9 pJepuejs 90e4 10O JOJO psepue s a p 3 lg 2 lt 906 deeq 8 x s JoH Bununow ZE 8 xp 3yel3 WIM yeus syl PTC Model III Keypad Selector Installation Instructions and User Manual Rev 05 14 Page 4 Once you have selected your mounting location 1 Mount the controller TRACK REVERSING A B C D Figure 2 Controller and Bridge Connections 2 If you are going to use the Track Power Reversing capability connect the bridge track power leads to terminals A and B on the rear of the Controller Polarity is not important Connect the bridge track power feeders to terminals C and D on the controller See figure 2 The plug is removable if you need to disconnect the controller for some reason 3 Connect the Motor to the Controller Note that the motor cable connector has two small tabs on one side these tabs should be facing up when you insert i
23. nate between R and G as you take each step The controller has confirmed the new track selected and is programming it into memory TABLE 5 RUN Mode LED Flash Pattern Summary Normal power on controller ready Normal bridge move in progress Index mode normal bridge index movement in progress Note When single stepping at the end of the indexing movement the indicator will alternate between R and G as you take each step Power on self test The controller is set to RUN but it is not programmed Turn off controller set Run Learn switch to learn Turn on power and program track locations Controller in PAUSE mode during bridge move Push the key to resume bridge movement Power on self test Controller needs to be reindexed To enter the ndex Mode hold down the key while turning on the system power switch Table Legend eR is red G is green Y is yellow means LED is off e means a solid steady on e means the pattern repeats Examples R means the indicator is a solid steady red R G means the indicator flashes red green red green etc no off R R means the indicator flashes red twice goes off and then repeats Note Flash pattern definitions depend on whether you have the controller in RUN or LEARN modes FOR MORE INFORMATION We are interested in your comments and suggestions For answers to your questions or for more information on the PT
24. programming tail locations is the key followed by the track number then terminated with the key again The Dual Digit Display will display the track you programmed along with a decimal point in the lower right hand corner to indicate that the tail end of the bridge is aligned at the track location shown For example after programming the location above the Dual Digit Display will show Pix Or as another example if one of the tail end track location you program is 39 the display would show OO Tip If you enter the wrong track number for example you entered 32 when you wanted 39 follow the same corrective steps as when doing the head track locations re enter 3 and then 9 You may continue entering numbers as long as you wish and they will shift over When you have the tail track number you want indicate you are done by pressing the key recall that head track locations are terminated with the key 7 Repeat these steps to program the rest of the tail end bridge locations 8 Prepare the controller for normal operation After the remaining bridge tail locations have been programmed configure the controller for normal use 8 1 Turn off the power 8 2 Set Configuration Switch 8 the Run Learn switch to RUN Important Be sure the Run Learn switch is set to Run prior to turning on the power When the controller is powered up in the Learn mode the controller era
25. r on how you want it to execute the optional track power reversing function if your controller is so equipped The two modes are Standard Mode split ring rail emulation and Optional Mode toggle switch emulation See the section on Using the Automatic Track Power Reversing Feature below for full details on the two ATR modes At the Programming Prompt enter 0 for Standard Mode or 1 for Optional Mode The factory default ATR Mode setting is 0 Standard Mode e Automatic Track Power Reversing ATR Enable The ATR Enable function simply turns the power reversing feature on or off Enter 0 to enable the ATR or 1 to disable it The factory default ATR Enable setting is 0 enabled e Track Edit ver 11 7 and higher or 8 94 for older units To edit a track setting rotate the bridge to the track in question Hit 00 When the display indicates F enter a 5 At this point hit the sign to advance a click or the to retreat a few clicks then use the key to advance to where you want the track to be Hit any key to exit the edit mode and then new position is saved Track 1 can t be edited and you will receive an E8 error Function Programming Hints e If your system is equipped with the Optional Automatic Track Power Reversing ATR feature be sure to turn it on when you are ready to use it the system default is off Once you turn it on it stays enabled unless you exp
26. re provided to facilitate installation of the Keypad Selector Module in panels up to 5 8 thick 13 Connect the Track Selector Cable to the Controller Cable with Pin 1 Colored Stripe on the Right Side Figure 5 Controller Cable Connection Important Be sure the marked edge of the cable is on the RIGHT as you view the rear of the controller Installing the Selector Cable in backwards may damage the Track Selector Module Be sure it is correctly installed before turning the system power on Refer to Figure 5 After you have installed the Keypad Track Selector Module double check your connections Be sure the main power switch is on the down OFF position Plug the Power Supply cable into the Controller and then plug the Power Supply into the wall outlet You are now ready to test and program the Controller SYSTEM CHECK OUT Testing the installation involves turning on the Controller in Index Mode While in Index Mode the Controller will continually turn the motor and the bridge clockwise until you tell it to stop 1 Locate the switch block on the bottom of the controller Confirm that Switch 8 the Run Learn switch is set to Run ON 2 With the Controller Power Switch in the down OFF position press and hold the key on the Keypad Selector You may need a helper for this if it is not possible for you to reach the Controller and the Keypad Selector at the same time PTC Model III Keypad Sel
27. ses any previously programmed locations in preparation for new locations 8 3 Re index the bridge to bring the head end of the bridge back to the lead track location 8 3 1 As in Step 1 hold down the key while turning on the power While you are holding down the key the Dual Digit Display will display 8 3 2 Release the key and the bridge will begin turning When you release the key the Dual Digit Display will show Ad 8 3 3 When the head end of the bridge approaches the lead track press the key again and single step it into proper position The Dual Digit Display will show 01 reminding you that you should be lining up to Track 1 9 When the bridge is re indexed turn off the power Your controller is now fully programmed and ready to go Refer to Operating the PTC for instructions on using your newly programmed turntable controller PTC Model III Keypad Selector Installation Instructions and User Manual Rev 05 14 Page 9 Programming hints Follow these simple guidelines to assure proper programming of the PTC controller e Program all locations you are using in one programming session e If you think you have made a mistake during programming or want to start over just turn the power off and then on again to reset the controller This will erase any settings you have made while in LEARN mode Important When turning off the power wait at least 5 full seconds before turning
28. t into the Controller After you have double checked the connections so far continue to installation of the Track Selector Modules KEYPAD TRACK SELECTOR INSTALLATION Examine the Track Selector Cover Plate and Keypad Selector Module to familiarize yourself with the control panel cutout and the mounting hole pattern required Once you have located a suitable spot for locating the Keypad Selector the installation steps are as follows 1 Locate the Keypad Mounting Plate in the box containing the Keypad Selector Remove the bubble wrap 2 Position the Cover Plate on your layout facia face down Using it as a template lightly trace the location of the four mounting holes Put the Cover Plate aside 3 Using a straightedge draw 4 lines connecting the outside edges of mounting holes you have traced 4 Drill out the four mounting holes using a 1 8 drill Use a center punch to mark the hole locations and to prevent the drill from creeping as you start the drill Outside edge of selector Cover Plate Trace four mounting holes in corners Mark cutout dotted line with cutout edge extending to outside edge of mouting hole Figure 3 Panel Cutout 5 Cutout the area defined by the lines you drew in using an appropriate saw As you reach each corner radius the cut from the line you are cutting to the adjoining line Important Be sure to NOT cut all the way to the mounting holes 6 Debur the hole and test fit th
29. tables below for a brief description of the different indications and their meanings TABLE 2 Mode Definition Summary Dual Digit Display Normal power on but controller is Not Programmed Program your track locations Normal power on controller is ready and is in Learn mode Normal bridge learn move in progress the bridge is Advancing Number entry prompt Enter desired track number followed by the key for head end alignment or the key for tail end alignment The controller will also display this pattern when first entering Index Mode upon start up F zi Function Prompt Enter desired function value p E Programming Prompt Enter programming value for the function selected For Speed and Momentum the value will be in the range of 0 to 9 For ATR Mode and ATR Enable the programming value will be 0 or 1 For track edit the value will be the currently selected track number TABLE 3 Error Definition Summary Dual Digit Display Error Code 0 The controller is in Emergency Stop Pause mode Emergency Stop mode is entered by hitting any key on the keypad while the bridge is moving To resume the bridge move press the key Error Code 1 Not a valid key pressed a number 0 through 9 expected Error Code 2 Indexing required This is usually the result of turning off the controller in the middle of a bridge movement or turning off the bridge while it was in a
30. tail end positions Although many bridges are identical at both ends most are not the tracks do not line up exactly through the center of the turntable and are sometimes offset In addition most turntables have concentricity errors that must be compensated for This is achieved by repeating programming Step 4 while teaching the PTC where the correct locations are for positioning the fail end of the bridge In this way the PTC treats the head and tail end of the bridge locations separately and their respective concentricity and offset errors are accounted for automatically Begin by teaching the controller the correct position for aligning the tail end of the bridge with the lead track programmed earlier in Step 1 6 1 Press and release the key to start the bridge turning slowly again 6 2 When the tail end of the bridge gets within a few degrees of the reference lead track press the key to stop the bridge 6 3 Tap the key until the tail end of the bridge lines up with the lead track 6 4 Press and hold the key for 3 seconds to back up the bridge if you overshoot the lead track 6 5 When you have lined up the tail end of the bridge to the lead track press the key followed 1 then the key again 1 6 6 The Status Indicator will again flash red This is your indication that the controller has learned the lead track s tail location Important Note that the key sequence for
31. tering special command sequences on the keypad When using the Keypad Selector the DIP switches on the bottom of the PTC controller are not used except for the Run Learn Switch as described in the previous sections The DIP switches on the bottom of the controller are disabled when using a Keypad Selector Changing their settings will not affect Controller operation The user accesses the speed momentum and power reversing options by putting the controller in the Function Programming Mode to retrieve and modify the variables of interest To access the Function Programming Mode With the controller in standby ready mode enter the track code for 0 O tail which is 00 Entering this track select code tells the controller you are requesting the Function Programming Mode Once requested the Dual Digit Display will indicate a Function Prompt P Enter the function number you are interested in Function Function Function Name Number Range Speed 1 0 9 Momentum 2 0 9 ATR Mode 3 0 1 ATR Enable 4 0 1 Track Edit 5 00 99 Table 5 Function Names and Numbers After you enter the Function Number the controller will retrieve the current Programmed Value from memory and display it on the Dual Digit Display using a P followed by the value For example if you entered 1 at the Function Prompt the controller will respond with the default speed range value which is set at the factory as 6 PG A
32. volved in installing your PTC Model III are Motor Installation Controller Installation Track Selector Installation System Check Out and Programming MOTOR INSTALLATION There are two main options for motor installation e Design your own motor mount system or e Use the optional Motor Mount Kit In general use of the motor mount kit is recommended unless you have a special situation where the kit is not suitable or if you are designing a new or scratchbuilt turntable where you can integrate the motor support system into the turntable design If using the Motor Mount Kit refer to the detailed instructions included with the kit and install it before proceeding here If you are designing your own motor mount refer to Figure 1 Motor Dimensions and Mounting Hole Pattern to understand the mechanical requirements for attaching the motor to your mounting system Primary considerations you should keep in mind when designing your system include e Do not have the motor actually hanging or otherwise supported by your turntable shaft The motor can be supported by the turntable pit if sufficiently strong The motor is heavy and should not be allowed to stress the turntable bridge or shaft mechanism e Be sure the mount is rigid Since the controller can achieve very small step increments the motor should not be allowed to move rotationally or laterally e Be sure the mount keeps the motor perpendicular to the turntable shaft
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