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Laird Command Pro SAFE-T-RANGE User Manual

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  • Page 1 Smart Technology. Delivered. Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual WARNING Read all safety rules and warnings before installing and operating this system.

  • Page 2: Revision History

    Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual EVISION ISTORY Revision Date Changes Initial Release 04/2014 Updated Styles Revised Content 06/2014 Updated Mounting Hole Dimensions for 21R14A Updated Warning Style 142134...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual ABLE OF ONTENTS Revision History .......................... 2 Table of Contents ........................3 Important Safety Notice ....................... 4 Compliance Statement ......................5 Safety Rules ......................... 6 Personal Safety ..............................6 Care ..................................6 Introduction ......................... 7 Purpose .................................

  • Page 4: Important Safety Notice

    OTICE WARNING The use of unapproved components or accessories in the systems sold by Laird and its subsidiaries is strictly prohibited. Unapproved components are defined as any component not inspected and sold by Laird. This also includes any component modified from its intended use and/or any component exhibiting observable damage or defect.

  • Page 5: Compliance Statement

    Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna connected to the device that is receiving the interference.  Increase the separation between Laird equipment and the equipment receiving the interference.  Consult our factory or one of our Service Representatives for additional help.

  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual AFETY ULES WARNING Read all instructions. Failure to follow these rules can result in serious personal injury. GROUND THE RECEIVER CASE. In order to ensure safety of the system, firmly connect the receiver  case to earth ground.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Information is also included on the maintenance and repair of the Command Pro systems. 4.2 Scope Information is included on all types of Laird transmitters and receivers used in industrial applications. Refer to the detailed information contained in each section for your particular equipment.
  • Page 8 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual 21T34A 21T44A 21T54A Stepped Lever Control Proportional Lever Joystick Control Transmitter Transmitter Control Transmitter T08C 21T74A Remotely Operated Transmitter Custom Lever Control Transmitter Figure 1: Laird Command Pro Engineered Systems Transmitters 142134...
  • Page 9 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual 22R08A 21R14A 8 Function Receiver 14 Function Receiver 21R22 22 to 66 Function Receiver Figure 2: Laird Command Pro Engineered Systems Receivers 142134...

  • Page 10: Operations

    5.1 How the System Works 5.1.1 Frequency Laird Command Pro equipment operates in the 902 to 928 Megahertz (MHz) frequency band. A wavelength at our frequency is 12.9 inches. Like light, 900 MHz radio signals pass through glass and plastics, and reflect off of walls, buildings, and metal structures.
  • Page 11 (described in the next section). 5.1.5 Safety Safety and loss of control prevention are very important issues at Laird. We use a unique identification (ID) code for each user. There are provisions in our system for 65,535 individual codes.

  • Page 12: Transmitter Operation And Features

    Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual 5.2 Transmitter Operation and Features WARNING Do not operate the system until you are familiar with radio-controlled operation. If you are not familiar with radio-controlled operation, contact your supervisor before attempting to use the radio control system. IMPORTANT: To stop the system in an emergency, press and hold the OFF/STOP button.
  • Page 13 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual OFF/STOP: While depressed, this button sends a STOP command to the receiver. The transmitter does not need to be actively ‘ON’ to send this command. When this switch is released, the transmitter switches off. AUTO OFF: The transmitter switches itself off if no commands are sent for a predetermined time.

  • Page 14: Status Indicators

    Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual Multiple Receivers Controlled by Multiple Transmitters Option: One transmitter can control a maximum of six receivers with a rotary selector switch. A rotary switch is often used to select a particular hoist/trolley A/both/B. It can also be used for crane select, i.e. East/West. 5.6 Status Indicators 5.6.1 Status LED The status LED indicates the transmitter operation.

  • Page 15: Installation

    6.1 General Check all the components to confirm that they are the components you ordered for your system and that they are in good condition. If any components are missing, or if any are not in good condition, contact Laird. WARNING READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
  • Page 16 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual Figure 4: Antenna Clearance 6.2.2 Receiver Location To ensure safe and reliable system operation, the following items must be considered when selecting a location for mounting the receiver: Install the receiver in an environment where the ambient temperature during operation does not drop ...

  • Page 17: Installation Wiring

    (arcing) the spark plug. The result is a large amount of noise generating in the system. A snubber is a device designed to reduce arcing (noise). Laird uses a resistor capacitor combination to ...
  • Page 18 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual 1. Disconnect the ‘hot’ input wire X1 from the pendant and connect it to the (X1) terminal 11 of connector TB1 on the receiver board (A). 2. If you also need 21R14A receiver installation pendant control, connect a wire from the top right lug on the RADIO/PENDANT transfer switch to the X1 input for the pendant (B).
  • Page 19 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual Figure 6: 21R14A Receiver 142134...
  • Page 20 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual Figure 7: Typical 21R14A Power/Control Wiring 142134...

  • Page 21: Installation Procedure -21R22

    Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual 6.5 Installation Procedure -21R22 Refer to Figure 8 Figure 6.5.1 Power/Control Wiring The transfer switch is wired so that the crane’s Main Line Contactor (MLC) is controlled by the radio MLC and OPR relays when it is in the radio position and by the pendant controls when the switch is in the pendant position.
  • Page 22 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual Figure 8: 21R22 Receiver Note: For R30 and R52 configurations, you must connect a Relay Expansion Board to the proper control voltage. 142134...
  • Page 23 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual Figure 9: Typical 21R22 Power/Control Wiring 142134...
  • Page 24 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual 6.5.2 21R14A Installation Testing Before putting the system into service, perform the following testing procedure: 1. Apply power to the receiver. 2. Verify that the POWER LED turns ON. Refer to Figure 3. Turn the transmitter to ‘ON’. 4.

  • Page 25: Installation Procedure - Safe-T-Range (21R22Cr)

    8. If voltage is present at any output terminal that is used, recheck the system wiring 6.6 Installation Procedure – SAFE-T-RANGE (21R22CR) Laird's ‘Safe-T-Range™’ is the latest advancement in wireless crane controls. ‘Safe-T-Range™’ keeps the operator within a pre-determined distance from the crane, thus increasing safety in the workplace. Using an advanced panel antenna design along with programmable logic, a ‘Safe-T-Range™’-equipped receiver draws...
  • Page 26 Use low loss cables to connect the antenna to the receiver if the cable run is in excess of 18 feet. Use Laird P/N 600038-01 (9 ft), 600038-02 (18 ft), or 600048- (length in 25 ft. increments) for up to 100 feet of antenna extension cable.

  • Page 27: Installation Procedure - 22R08A

    Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual Figure 13: Control Range Circuit Board on 21R22CR Receiver 6.7 Installation Procedure – 22R08A Refer to Figure 6.7.1 22R08A Power/Control Wiring The following chart provides instructions for making power connections, depending on the system. System Power Connections 120/240/24 VAC...
  • Page 28 Total sustained current must not exceed 10 Amps for relays K5 through K8. Note: When connecting to inductive loads such as relay coils and motors, Laird recommends that snubbers be placed across the load in order to ensure reliability and long life of the output relay contacts.
  • Page 29 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual Figure 14: 22R08A Receiver Figure 16 shows the relay output connections for the 22R08A Receivers. Note that Relays K1 through K4 provide form C (SPDT) outputs. Relays K5 through K8 provide form A (SPST) outputs and share a common bus.
  • Page 30 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual 6.7.3 22R08A Installation Testing Before putting the system into service, perform the following testing procedure: 1. Apply the appropriate power to the receiver (12-24 VDC or 120 VAC). 2. Verify that the POWER (DS3) LED turns ‘ON’. Refer to Figure 3.
  • Page 31 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual Figure 16: 22R08A Series Receiver Relay Output Connections 142134...

  • Page 32: Maintenance & Troubleshooting

    If the system fails to operate at the time of installation, or after a system component is repaired, try to remedy the problem by using the following troubleshooting chart. If this does not solve the problem, proceed to the transmitter and receiver troubleshooting charts or call Laird Service. Table 2: Installation Troubleshooting Chart...
  • Page 33 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual Problem Possible Cause Remedy LED is off. Transmitter is off. Press ON/ALARM button. Batteries are dead. Replace batteries. Transmitter failure. Call for service. LED cycles on-off. (½ sec. on and Batteries getting low. Change batteries at the next ½...
  • Page 34 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual 7.3.4 Changing the Transmitter ID Code Changing the ID Code requires use of a Laird RAC16 Series programmer. Refer to Figure 17 for the handheld transmitters. 1. Confirm that the batteries are in good condition (refer to Transmitter Troubleshooting).
  • Page 35 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual Figure 17: Handheld Transmitters - Access to Batteries and Programming Plug 142134...

  • Page 36: Transmitter Spare Parts List

    Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual 7.4 Transmitter Spare Parts List 7.4.1 Handheld Transmitters When requesting spare parts, please contact Laird and provide your transmitter model and serial number in the first instance. Item Part # Spare Transmitter (complete) Use Model No./Serial No.

  • Page 37: Receiver Troubleshooting

    Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual 7.5 Receiver Troubleshooting 7.5.1 General Refer to Figure Figure 8, and Figure 14 for the receiver layouts. The 21R14A, 21R22, and the 22R08A have diagnostic LEDs plus a LED for each output relay to aid in isolating a problem if one occurs.
  • Page 38 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual 3. Turn the transmitter ON. The SIGNAL LED should start to flash. If it does not: a. Test the transmitter. b. Verify that the ID Code is the same for the transmitter and receiver. 4.

  • Page 39: Receiver Spare Parts List

    600048-01, -02, -03, -04 50, 75, and 100 feet Fuse - GMC ¼ Amp 250V 458028 Fuse - GMC ¾ Amp 250V 458029 For all other Receiver Spare Part Numbers, please contact Laird and reference the unit Model and Serial Number. 142134...

  • Page 40: Warranty Statement For Command Pro 21 And 22 Series

    In no event shall Laird be liable for damages in excess of the purchase price of the product(s), for any loss of use, loss of time, inconvenience, commercial loss, or lost profits or savings or other incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of the installation, use, or inability to use the product(s), to the full extent that such may be disclaimed by law.

  • Page 41: Appendix I: Transmitter Specifications

    Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual I: T PPENDIX RANSMITTER PECIFICATIONS Item Detail Operating frequency band 902–928 MHz Channel spacing 300 KHz Modulation Digital Frequency Modulation based on Manchester Code. Contains 16-bit address plus 16-bit CRC check. Power, input AA cell batteries (Alkaline recommended) Output power Meets FCC Part 15 requirements for license-free operation Antenna...

  • Page 42: Certifications

    Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual Certifications Model FCC ID# Industry Canada Certification # 21T10A CN2810A 1007A 810A 21T14A EGT814TX 249 710 31887 21T18A CN2818A 1007A 818A 21T20 EGT820TX 249 710 31891 21T23 EGT823TX 249 710 31892 21T34A EGT834TX 249 710 31890 21T44A EGT844TX 249 710 31889...

  • Page 43: Appendix Ii: Receiver Specifications

    Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual II: R PPENDIX ECEIVER PECIFICATIONS Item Detail Operating frequency band 902 - 928 MHz Channel spacing 300 KHz Modulation Digital Frequency Modulation based on Manchester Code. Contains 16-bit address plus 16 bit CRC check. Receiver Type Dual Conversion FM Sensitivity...
  • Page 44 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual Certifications Model FCC ID# Industry Canada Certification # 21R14A 249 710 31887 21R22 249 710 32139A 22R08A 249 710 32139A Note: (1) Self Certified for operation under Part 15 of the FCC rules. 142134...
  • Page 45 Command Pro Engineered Systems User Manual UPPORT NAME PHONE CONTACT WACS-Escondido 1916 West Mission Road 760-737-7800 760-737-7810 cgi.mail@lairdtech.com Escondido, CA 92029 WACS-Georgetown COMMERCIAL 150 Armstrong Ave. 905/873-9440 905/873-9449 cgi.mail@lairdtech.com Units 5 & 6 Georgetown, Ontario L7G 5G8 WACS-Montreal 3850 Griffith Ave. 514-908-1659 514-908-1673 cgi.mail@lairdtech.com...

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