rollease acmeda AUTOMATE Series Instructions Manual

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AUTOMATE
ARC Diagnostic Tool
AUTOMATE
| The ARC Diagnostic Tool is compatible with all ARC products and can
assist in the diagnosis of Radio Frequency (RF 433Mhz) issues that can occur in difficult/
problematic environments.
FEATURES:
Supports up to 6 ARC Channels
Multiple Diagnostic Modes
Works at ranges up to 200m [656ft] in open spaces
Back-lit Alphanumerical LCD display for advanced diagnostics such as:
Signal Strength measurement (RSSI)
Data integrity (CRC)
Receive/transmit device identifier
433 MHz

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  • Page 1 AUTOMATE ™ ARC Diagnostic Tool 433 MHz AUTOMATE | The ARC Diagnostic Tool is compatible with all ARC products and can ™ assist in the diagnosis of Radio Frequency (RF 433Mhz) issues that can occur in difficult/ problematic environments. FEATURES: •...
  • Page 2 NOTES STATIC TITLE 2 | Automate ROLLEASE ACMEDA Programming Instructions | MT02-0101-072001 ™...
  • Page 3 Install battery and re-attach the cover. The magnet should be located above the 2 x AAA battery batteries. 1 x Instruction Manual NOTE: Any previous motor pairing relations are lost when the battery is changed or the power is reset. ROLLEASE ACMEDA Programming Instructions | MT02-0101-072001 | 3 Automate ™...
  • Page 4 Keep clear when in operation. • Replace battery with correctly specified type. Rollease Acmeda declares this equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of R&TT EC Directive 1999/5/EC Statement Regarding FCC / IC Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules / Industry Canada liscence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    2.2 Remote Control RF Signal Reception Test 2.3 Sensor RF Signal Reception Test 2.4 Repeater RF Signal Reception Test 2.5 Pulse Hub RF Signal Reception Test TROUBLE SHOOTING 3.1 General Components 3.2 Diagnostic Tool ROLLEASE ACMEDA Programming Instructions | MT02-0101-072001 | 5 Automate ™...
  • Page 6: Functional Overview

    OFF ICON RF SIGNAL STRENGTH RF SIGNAL STRENGTH GRAPHICAL VIEW CHANNEL LOW BATTERY ARROW MARK FOR INDICATION TRANSMISSION AND RECEIVING PRODUCT CURRENTLY TESTED NUMBER OF CRC ERRORS PRODUCT IDENTIFIER/ ADDRESS DISPLAY 6 | Automate ROLLEASE ACMEDA Programming Instructions | MT02-0101-072001 ™...
  • Page 7: Diagnostic Function Breakdown

    NON-POWER SAVING MODE ICON Circular icon indicates power saving mode is not active. The Diagnostic Tool will not turn off after 60 seconds when it is not in use in this state. ROLLEASE ACMEDA Programming Instructions | MT02-0101-072001 | 7 Automate...
  • Page 8: Selecting A Mode

    Under this mode, the Diagnostic Tool can detect & display a Remote Control’s RSSI and CRC readings. Compatible Components: • Paradigm Remotes • Wall Switches • Dry Contact Input Module a. Press Up/Down/Stop button on Remote Control REMOTE CONTROL DIAGNOSTIC TOOL 8 | Automate ROLLEASE ACMEDA Programming Instructions | MT02-0101-072001 ™...
  • Page 9 Under this mode, the Diagnostic Remote can detect & display a Hub’s RSSI and CRC readings. Compatible Components: • PULSE HUB a. Use Serial Protocol Commands or Mobile App to control Motor through Hub DIAGNOSTIC TOOL ROLLEASE ACMEDA Programming Instructions | MT02-0101-072001 | 9 Automate ™...
  • Page 10: Selecting A Channel

    Press channel keys to switch the current channel. CHANNEL CHANNEL DOWN (CH-) (CH+) Selecting a Power Saving Mode Press power saving mode switch to switch the power saving mode ON/OFF. POWER SAVING MODE SWITCH 10 | Automate ROLLEASE ACMEDA Programming Instructions | MT02-0101-072001 ™...
  • Page 11: Pair A Motor

    Press P2 on new controller controller controller Motor Response Motor Response Motor Response NOTE: After the pairing operation, the diagnostic tool can control a motor under MOTOR mode as a normal remote control. ROLLEASE ACMEDA Programming Instructions | MT02-0101-072001 | 11 Automate ™...
  • Page 12: Diagnostic Scenarios

    Press the UP, DOWN or STOP button of the Diagnostic Tool Evaluate Diagnostic Tool readings at a distance COMPATIBLE PRODUCTS All ARC Motors RSSI EVALUATION -120 dBm -110 dBm MINIMUM -100 dBm -80 dBm BETTER -60 dBm BEST 12 | Automate ROLLEASE ACMEDA Programming Instructions | MT02-0101-072001 ™...
  • Page 13 SIGNAL STRENGTH – Measure the RF Signal power transmitted from the motor. The signal attenuates with the increase of propagation distance. The minimum value should be bigger than -110dbm for reliable RF communication. ROLLEASE ACMEDA Programming Instructions | MT02-0101-072001 | 13 Automate...
  • Page 14: Remote Control Rf Signal Reception Test

    IMPORTANT: Keep Diagnostic Tool next to the motor antenna. OPTIONAL: Use wire to attach Diagnostic Remote in place next to motor antenna (wire not supplied). IMPORTANT: Ensure shade can rotate without interference. 14 | Automate Programming Instructions | MT02-0101-072001 ROLLEASE ACMEDA ™...
  • Page 15 The value should be more than -110dbm for good RF communication. DESTINATION ADDRESS - This information can be used to check if the signal is from the test remote. ROLLEASE ACMEDA Programming Instructions | MT02-0101-072001 | 15 Automate...
  • Page 16: Sensor Rf Signal Reception Test

    -100 dBm sensor. The signal attenuates with the increase of propagation distance. The minimum value should be bigger than -110dbm for reliable RF -80 dBm BETTER communication. -60 dBm BEST 16 | Automate Programming Instructions | MT02-0101-072001 ROLLEASE ACMEDA ™...
  • Page 17: Repeater Rf Signal Reception Test

    40m/131ft 40m/131ft 40m/131ft 40m/131ft 40m/131ft 40m/131ft The minimum value should be bigger than -110dbm for reliable RF -80 dBm BETTER communication. -60 dBm BEST MTPS-USB5- MTPS-USB5-100EU MT03-0301-050002 MTPS-USB-BK PART 1000AU ROLLEASE ACMEDA Automate Programming Instructions | MT02-0101-072001 | 17 ™...
  • Page 18: Pulse Hub Rf Signal Reception Test

    -100 dBm Hub. The signal attenuates with the increase of propagation distance. The minimum value should be bigger than -110dbm for reliable RF -80 dBm BETTER communication. -60 dBm BEST 18 | Automate ROLLEASE ACMEDA Programming Instructions | MT02-0101-072001 ™...
  • Page 19: Trouble Shooting

    Diagnostic Tool/receiver is kept straight and away from metal Diagnostic Tool is not Power saving mode is selected Deselect power saving mode automatically turning off ROLLEASE ACMEDA Programming Instructions | MT02-0101-072001 | 19 Automate ™...
  • Page 20 ROLLEASE ACMEDA | AUSTRALIA 110 Northcorp Boulevard, Broadmeadows VIC 3047 T +61 3 9355 0100 | F +61 3 9355 0110 ROLLEASE ACMEDA | USA 200 Harvard Avenue Stamford, CT 06902 6320 T +1 203 964 1573 | F +1 203 964 0513...

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