Table of Contents Introduction Notice FCC Compliance Product Checklist For safe application, observe the following: Cautionary Notes Part Names and Dimensions 1.1. Model Number Configuration 1.2. Part Names 1.2.1. Main Unit 1.2.2. AC Adaptor 1.3. Outer Dimensional Drawing 1.3.1. Main Unit 1.3.2. AC Adaptor Product Installation 2.1.
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Maintenance 4.1. Setup Test Mode Specifications 5.1. General Specifications 5.2. Functional Specifications Maintenance and Inspection Replacement Parts Troubleshooting...
When performing maintenance and repairs, etc., be sure to reread this book. After reading this book, if there are any questions concerning this product, feel free to contact your PATLITE Sales Representative indicated at the end of this book.
There is a risk of internal circuit damage due to short-circuit or electrical shock. • When an unusual odor, sound or smoke comes out of the product, immediately disconnect the power, then contact your nearest PATLITE Sales Representative. Caution • Please place this product on a level surface, such as a desk etc.
Part Names and Dimensions 1.1. Model Number Configuration PHC-D08 : AC Adaptor Blank: AC Adaptor included N: AC Adaptor not included 1.2. Part Names 1.2.1. Main Unit ① ② ③ Number Name Output Terminal Buss “Clear” Switch ④ “Set” Switch ⑤...
Product Installation Caution • This product is designed for indoor use. Use this product in a location where it is not exposed to rain and water. Exposure to rain and water may result in failure and electric shock. • Install this product where the surface is stable and level. If this product is installed in an unstable location or on an incline, the product may fall, resulting in damage.
2.2. Terminal Wiring Warning • Perform wiring work only after turning off power of the equipment to be connected and this product. There is a risk of internal circuit damage due to short-circuit or electrical shock. • Screw-less terminal blocks are used in this product; be sure to use wires which characteristics such as wire type, wire diameter, and strip length are described in this manual.
2.2.2. Power Supply Output Terminal Wiring The Power Supply Output Terminal can be used to control an external load when an AC Adaptor is used. When using the Power Supply Output Terminal, wire in accordance to the directions indicated below. [Wiring Method] Use a minus driver to push in the tab of the control unit’s terminal buss slot.
*The RS-232C cable is not included. Please purchase it separately. Connect the cables with the connection pin numbers listed below. The pin numbers that are not shown will not affect the operation of this product. PHC-D08 Control Device (PC) D-sub 9 pin female...
PC. Since this product can operate on USB Bus Power, it can be used without an AC Adaptor. However, this product requires installation of a specialized driver for the PC before being connected to a PC via the USB. Go to our PATLITE homepage (http://www.patlite.com) to download the installer. *The USB cable is not included. Please purchase it separately.
“3.2. Frame Format” Setup Test Operation by “4. Setup Test Mode” Firmware Update Updating firmware of this product • For instructions on updating the firmware, download the instructions from Patlite’s home page MEMO and check the manual. • When in the “Setup Test” and “Firmware Update” Modes, the commands for the “Normal Caution Operation Mode” will not work. Therefore, put the “Set” Switches in the “Normal Operation Mode”...
2.7. Power Activation Two options for power activation are available for this product, using the AC Adaptor or USB Bus Power. Select among the power sources below that match your environment and turn on the power. 1. When using an AC Adaptor: Insert DC plug into the main body of this product, and insert the AC adapter into an outlet.
The Power Supply Output Terminal can supply a maximum current of 500mA at DC24 Volts. 2.8.2.1. <DC Load Products> Control Device AC Adaptor (PC) Signal Light, Signal Tower, USB or RS-232C Alarm/ Voice Synthesizer <PHC-D08> Cable Power Supply Output Terminal Power Supply Wire (Positive) Power Supply Wire (Negative) 2.8.2.2. <AC Load Products> Control Device...
Communication Specifications 3.1. Communication Setting When transmitting a command to this product from a personal computer, be sure to set up the communication settings as followed. Communication Specification RS-232C Conformity Communication Speed 9600bps Data Length 8 bit Stop bit 1 bit Parity None Flow Control...
3.3. Command Explanation The following are examples on how to send each of the commands from the command list table. 3.3.1. <Turn ON Specified Output Terminals> Sending data in the following format will control the specified Output Terminal to turn “ON.” The bit in the data section specified as 0, will maintain the specified Output Terminal’s condition, and the bit in the data section specified as 1 will turn on the specified Output Terminal. [Transmission Example] In this example, the Output Terminals 2, 5, and 6 are turned ON. •...
3.3.2. <Turn OFF Specified Output Terminals> Sending data in the following format will control the specified Output Terminal to turn “OFF.” The bit in the data section specified as 0, will maintain the specified Output Terminal’s condition, and the bit in the data section specified as 1 will turn off the specified Output Terminal. [Transmission Example] In this example, the Output Terminals 1, 5, and 7 are turned OFF. • Send Data Header Command Data End Code [40H] [3FH] [3FH] [30H] [35H] [31H] [21H] 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 Output Terminal 1 Output Terminal 2...
3.3.3. <Set ID for this product> Sending data in the following form will change the ID of this product. Two ASCII bytes are designated in the data section to change to a new ID. The configuration range for each byte of data in the data section can set up from 0 [30H] to ? [3FH]. [Transmission Example] In this example, the ID set at 56 [35H 36H] shall be changed to 21 [32H 31H]. •...
3.3.4. <Control Specified Output Terminal> Sending data in the following format will transmit data to control the output terminal conditions to; “OFF”, “ON”, and “No Change.” The ASCII data is divided into 0 [30H] to designate the output terminal as “OFF”, as 1 [31H] to designate it as “ON”, and 9 [39H] to maintain the status condition as “No Change.”...
3.3.5. <Obtain Output Terminal Condition> When data is transmitted in the following format, the reply data will return with an 8 byte ASCII value to indicate the Output Terminal Buss status. When the reply data returns with a 0 [30H], the corresponding output terminal is in the off state; and when a 1 [31H] has returned, the corresponding output terminal is in the ON state.
3.3.6. <Turn all Output Terminals OFF> Sending data in the following format will control all the Output Terminal conditions to turn “OFF.” [Transmission Example] In this example, all the Output Terminals are turned OFF. • Send Data Header Command End Code [40H] [3FH] [3FH]...
3.3.7. <Obtain Information on this product> When data in the following format is sent, acquired information, such as the version, ID and switch settings of this product will have a 6 byte ASCII reply. [Transmission Example] In this example, the reply data indicates version 1.00, ID of “??”, and the Set Switch has all outputs OFF.
Setup Test Mode The Setup Test Mode can be used to control the Output Terminal only by this product to verify wiring, etc. With the use of the Setup Test Mode, the operation of the link between the Output Terminal and the equipment can be checked from this product.
5.2. Functional Specifications Contact Output Control Contact outputs are controlled in correspondence to control commands Identification (ID) Number Setup The ID set up is controlled in correspondence to control commands, and is recorded in memory “Clear” Switch Switches off the Signal Tower lights and buzzer Power Source Display The operating status is shown by a power LED Buzzer Alarm Sound...
Maintenance and Inspection ► Cleaning • When cleaning, be sure to disconnect the power before doing so. • The cleaning of this product should be with a soft cloth and a neutral detergent (such as dish soap),diluted with water and should be wiped lightly. Since it is easy to crack the surface of the product be careful not to wipe with too much strength.
Replacement Parts The following is the replacement part list.When inquiring, please ask the store where you purchased this product. Model Name Part Name Rubber Feet PHC-D08 AC adapter...
Troubleshooting Problem Check the following Make sure that the AC adapter is connected properly. Make sure that the USB cable is connected properly. Power supply LED is not illuminated. In case the USB hub is used, there is a possibility that the power supply from the PC is not sufficient.