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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Programming the Omni2 to Suit the User ..25 12.1 Set Time ............... 48 User Switch ............25 12.2 Distance ............... 49 Accessing Powerchair Functions ......26 12.3 Backlight ............... 49 SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Table Of Contents | 3...
Page 4 Pairing With an Android device ......108 Axis Identifier # ............ 79 Pairing With an iDevice ........108 Position # ............. 79 Updating the List of Devices ......108 SK81935-01 4 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Table Of Contents...
Page 5 Pin 1 – Joystick Speed ........148 3.17 User Switch 1 Short Circuit ........ 135 Pin 2 – Joystick Direction ........149 3.18 User Switch 2 Open Circuit ........ 135 SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Table Of Contents | 5...
Page 6 Fwd/Rev Auto Toggle ........155 4.15 User Switch ............162 2.19 Position 1 to Position 16 ........155 4.16 Switch Detect ............. 162 2.20 Profile Identifier #..........156 4.17 User Switch Detect..........162 SK81935-01 6 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Table Of Contents...
Page 7 4.21 User Switch Detatched ........163 4.22 Basic Tests ............163 4.23 Servicing of Defective Units ....... 163 4.24 Omni SID Information ........164 4.25 9-way D-Type Pin-Out........164 SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Table Of Contents | 7...
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Page 9: About This Manual
Curtiss-Wright | PG Drives Technology ABOUT THIS MANUAL This Technical Manual provides an introduction to the R-net Omni2. It should be read in conjunction with the R-net Technical Manual SK77981. Throughout the manual the following emphasis is used to draw the reader’s attention.
Page 10: Definition Of Terms Used And Abbreviations
Input/Output Module. A universal module that can be used as a simple TRACE Input Module, or as an Output Module OBP: On-Board Programming. A method of programming the R-net system via the buttons on the Omni2’s front panel. 10 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Definition Of Terms Used And Abbreviations SK81935-01...
Page 11: Chapter 1 - Installation
It is possible to set-up a control system so that it is unsuitable for some users or even some vehicles. For all of the above reasons it is important that you contact Curtiss-Wright if you have the slightest doubts or if you need any advice on programming.
Page 12: Controls And Connections
Further details of actual displays are given in the LCD Screen Details section in Chapter 2 and throughout this manual. WARNING (OP, HP, IN) Do not attempt to operate the powerchair if the LCD screen is damaged or malfunctioning. Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for losses of any kind arising from failure to comply with this condition.
Page 13 2.1.8 DISPLAY / INPUT SECTION CONNECTOR This connector is used to link the Display Section to the Input Section. CAUTION (HP, IN) Use only CW supplied cable SA81774. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 1 – Installation | 13...
Page 14: Input Section
There are two stereo 3.5mm / 1/8” jack sockets which provide connection to the User Switches. Full details of User Switches can be found in the Connection of SIDs section. SK81935-01 14 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 1 - Installation...
Page 15: Installation And Set-Up Of The Omni2
Advanced Programming chapter. ASSESSING THE USER’S NEEDS WARNING (HP, IN) This should only be conducted by a healthcare professional. Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for losses of any kind resulting in an incorrect assessment of a user’s abilities. SK81935-01...
Page 16: Selecting The Sid
2) Use of SIDs which have the capability to detect leakage currents across the analogue input pins of the Input Section. Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for losses of any kind resulting from the use of proportional SIDs if neither of the above recommendations are included in the installation.
Page 17: Installing The Omni2 Onto A Powerchair
Omni2’s screen is clearly visible. NOTE (HP, IN) Due to its exposed position, Curtiss-Wright strongly recommends that the Omni2 Display Section is fitted to a flexible mounting system, e.g. a ‘gooseneck’ arrangement. This will help to mitigate damage caused by inadvertent ‘knocks’.
Page 18: General Care
The SID should be fitted to the powerchair in accordance with the instructions of both the SID and powerchair manufacturers. Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for losses of any kind resulting from an incorrect installation of a SID. Because of the wide variety of SIDs available and the constantly changing specifications, it is not practical to provide a definitive list of SID classifications in this manual.
Page 19: User Switch
WARNING (HP, IN) Because a disconnected User Switch means there is no emergency-stop function, Curtiss-Wright recommend that Switch Detect is always set to On. Curtiss-Wright will accept no liability for any losses resulting from any other setting of this parameter.
Page 20: Sip And Puff Input
The SID’s D-type connector should always be fitted with gold contacts and a suitable backshell with locking screws. The locking screws should be used to mechanically hold the connector in place. Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for losses of any kind if these conditions are not met.
Page 21: Pc Programming
Omni2 to sleep. It is also possible to use most of the SID types without a User Switch. Refer to the Using the Omni2 without a User Switch section for further details. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 1 – Installation | 21...
Page 22: Joystick And User Switch
User Switch should be connected to the Omni2 via the 3.5mm / 1/8” jack socket. This switch, although functionally identical to the Fifth Switch input on the 9-way D-type connector, is required to provide a fail-safe emergency-stop system. SK81935-01 22 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 1 - Installation...
Page 23: Three-Axis Proportional And User Switch
To begin the procedure you must first enter OBP Mode. From there, follow the path detailed below, using the right navigation button on the front of the Omni2: Omni – Global – Sip and Puff – Calibrate A screen like the one shown below should appear. Deadband Deadband SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 1 – Installation | 23...
Page 24: Single Switch Scanner
WARNING (HP, IN) For a truly fail-safe system, Curtiss-Wright recommend that a User Switch incorporating a resistor network is fitted. If one of these is unavailable, a normally-closed User Switch should be used. This ensures that if the switch becomes accidentally disconnected, the powerchair will default to a stop condition.
Page 25: Using The Omni2 Without A User Switch
User Switch lies with the healthcare professional who is commissioning the powerchair. WARNING (HP, IN) Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for losses of any kind arising from not fitting a User Switch. PROGRAMMING THE OMNI2 TO SUIT THE USER WARNING (HP, IN) Ensure the R-net Control System’s Drive, Acceleration and Deceleration settings are at a comfortable and safe level prior to...
Page 26: Accessing Powerchair Functions
The function of some of the options in the User Menu is also programmable. Refer to the Position 1 Type to Position 16 Type section in the Programming chapter for further details. SK81935-01 26 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 1 - Installation...
Page 27: Program The R-Net Driving Characteristics To Suit The User
WARNING (HP, IN) Select values that are comfortable and safe for the powerchair user. It is the responsibility of the healthcare professional to ensure these values are comfortable and safe. Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for any losses resulting from unsuitable values.
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Page 29: Chapter 2 - Operation
WARNING (OP, HP, IN) To prevent unintended operation, the control system must be switched off, whenever the occupant enters or exits the powerchair. Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for losses of any kind arising from failure to comply with this condition. USER MENU If the Menu method of control is being used, then an operation of the User Switch will initiate the User Menu.
Page 30 For further details of operation for each SID type, refer to the following sections. Refer also to the Speed Adjust Mode and Lighting Control Mode sections for information on how to use each SID type to control these Modes. SK81935-01 30 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation...
Page 31: Operation With Joystick-Type Sids
User Switch commands are then used to change drive direction and to enter the User Menu or to sequence through the other functions on the powerchair. There are 3 ways to program the Omni2 to provide this functionality and each is described in the following sections. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation | 31...
Page 32: Double Click Change
As with the other two methods, if the User Switch is operated for a period greater than the time set by the programmable parameter, Switch Long, then the Omni2 will go to sleep. SK81935-01 32 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation...
Page 33: Seating Control
If required, it is possible to re-program the Omni2 to control the seating movement in alternative ways. Refer to the Actuator Selection and Actuator Axes sections in the Programming chapter for further details. For latched operation using this SID type, refer to the Latched Operation section. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation | 33...
Page 34: Operation With Single Switch Scanner-Type Sids
To ease control of the chair while driving forwards, the scan sequence will change to: Forward, Right, Reverse, Left, Reverse, Right, Reverse, Left, Reverse, Right, Forward. SK81935-01 34 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation...
Page 35: Seating Control
It is not advisable to program the menu option, ‘Speed Adjust’ if the Sequence method is being used with a Single Switch Scanner-Type SID. Refer to the Programming chapter for further details. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation | 35...
Page 36: Lighting Control Mode
LCD screen graphics. The screen is split into four areas of information: Battery Indicator, Information Bar, Main Area and Text Bar. Each area is detailed separately in the following sections. SK81935-01 36 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation...
Page 37: Battery Indicator
When the control system contains more than one method of direct control, such as a secondary SID, Joystick Module or a Dual Attendant Module, then the Module that has control of the powerchair will display the Focus symbol. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation | 37...
Page 38 If the Omni2 has been configured to accept 2 input devices the input device in command will be identified by either: 1 – Port 1 2 – Port 2 SK81935-01 38 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation...
Page 39: Text Bar
This area will contain different information dependent on the current operating Mode of the control system. The area is also used to display general system information, when necessary. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation | 39...
Page 40 The display can be set to mph or km/h, or can be turned off. These options are set by the programmable parameter, Display Speed. Refer to the R-net Technical Manual SK77981- Programming chapter for further details. SK81935-01 40 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation...
Page 41 If the speed of the powerchair is being limited, for example, by a raised seat, then this orange symbol will be displayed: 11.4.1.7 LATCHED DRIVE This symbol will be displayed if the control system is set for latched drive operation. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation | 41...
Page 42 If the Omni2 is programmed to operate with a Single Switch Scanner-Type SID, these symbols will be displayed to indicate: Forward drive. Reverse drive. Right drive. Left drive. SK81935-01 42 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation...
Page 43 This symbol will be displayed if the control system is set for latched seating control operation. 11.4.2.2 SCANNER ACTUATOR SYMBOLS If the Omni2 is programmed to operate with a Single Switch Scanner-Type SID these symbols will be displayed to indicate: Down. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation | 43...
Page 44 The text to describe each device can be set via the programmable parameter, Device Name. The screen symbol for each device can be set via the programmable parameter, Screen Graphic. Refer to the Bluetooth® Programming chapter for further details. SK81935-01 44 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation...
Page 45 This symbol is displayed when the Omni2 is changing between different states. An example would be entering into module re- configuration. 11.4.4.3 RESTART When the Omni2 requires a reboot; for example, after a module re-configuration, this symbol will be flashed. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation | 45...
Page 46 CROSS & TICK These symbols will be displayed during configuration procedures. 11.4.4.6 E-STOP If the User Switch is activated during drive, or actuator operation, this symbol will be displayed. SK81935-01 46 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation...
Page 47 11.4.4.9 DIAGNOSTIC SCREEN When the control system safety circuits have operated and the control system has been prevented from moving the powerchair, a diagnostics screen will be displayed. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation | 47...
Page 48: Settings Menu
Allows the user to set the current time and date. Display Time This sets the format of the time display or turns it off. The options are 12hr, 24hr or Off. SK81935-01 48 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation...
Page 49: Distance
Refer to the Bluetooth® Set-up & Operation chapter for further details. 12.5 IR SET-UP A right SID deflection will enter a sub-menu for learning and deleting IR codes. Refer to the Infrared Control chapter for further details. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation | 49...
Page 50: Programming
Sets how the powerchair’s speed is displayed. Options are mph, km/h or Off. Displays Sets the format of the digital drive display. Options are Odometer, Speed or Both. SK81935-01 50 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation...
Page 51: Exit
Enables the user to view how many hours the powerchair has been driven for. 12.7 EXIT A right SID deflection will exit the Settings Menu and return to the User Menu. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 2 – Operation | 51...
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Page 53: Chapter 3 - Programming
Programming should only be conducted by healthcare professionals with in-depth knowledge of PG Drives Technology control systems. Incorrect programming could result in an unsafe set-up of a powerchair for a user. Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for losses of any kind if the programming is inappropriate for the SID type or user.
Page 54 Auto Tog Time 2.00s 2.00s Axis Dir Tog Time Actuator Select Normal Actuator Axes User Menu Position Blank Position 1 Blank Position 2 Position 3 Blank Position 4 Blank SK81935-01 54 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 3 – Programming...
Page 55 R-net Mouse 1 R-net Mouse 2 R-net iDevice 1 R-net iDevice 2 Information Regulatory Refer to Infrared Chapter IR Setup Training Mode Fwd Inhibit Rev Inhibit Left Inhibit Right Inhibit SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 3 – Programming | 55...
Page 56: Pc Programming
Omni. This branch contains the parameters shown below. The default settings for all these parameters are also shown below. Refer to the R-net PC Programmer user guide for further details of how to program using this method. 1.2.1 PC PROGRAMMER PARAMETERS SK81935-01 56 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 3 – Programming...
Page 57: Details Of All Omni2 Programmable Parameters
Puff Ramp Down time, a soft puff will be interpreted, provided the pressure is below the Puff Threshold. The programmable range is between 0ms and 2000ms in steps of 50ms. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 3 – Programming | 57...
Page 58 This feature allows the user to test whether they can reproduce a pneumatic double-click operation within the period set by Double Click Time. This feature is only available in OBP. SK81935-01 58 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 3 – Programming...
Page 59: Global - External On/Off Switch Detect
WARNING (HP, IN) For a truly fail-safe system, Curtiss-Wright recommend that an On/Off Switch incorporating a resistor network is fitted. Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for losses of any kind arising from the use of any other switch.
Page 60: Global - Sleep 12V
This sets the type of Specialty Input Device, SID, that the Omni2 will be compatible with. The programmable options are: Proportional, Switch, 3-Axis Proportional, 3-Axis Switch, Sip Puff and Scanner. SK81935-01 60 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 3 – Programming...
Page 61: Ports 1 / 2 - Switches
WARNING (HP, IN) Because a disconnected User Switch means there is no emergency-stop function, Curtiss-Wright recommend that Switch Detect is always set to On. Curtiss-Wright will accept no liability for any losses resulting from any other setting of this parameter.
Page 62 If set to any other value, then this is the period that two User Switch operations must be made, in order to be interpreted as a double-click. 2.8.8 ACTIVE DOUBLE CLICK This feature allows the user to set and test the Double Click speed. This feature is only available in OBP. SK81935-01 62 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 3 – Programming...
Page 63 WARNING (HP, IN) For a truly fail-safe system, Curtiss-Wright recommend that switches incorporating a resistor network are fitted to the 9- Way SID ports. Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for losses of any kind arising from the use of any other switches. SK81935-01...
Page 64: Ports 1 / 2 - Controls
This sets the period of SID inactivity before the User Menu will appear. The programmable range is 0s to 60s in steps of 1s. If set to 0, then the User Menu cannot be entered using this method. SK81935-01 64 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 3 – Programming...
Page 65 User Menu or sequence through the other available functions. If set to Timed, the selected drive direction will automatically toggle when in standby, at the rate set by Auto Toggle Time. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 3 – Programming | 65...
Page 66 The programmable options are: Normal, Swap, Left/Right and Right/Left. If set to Normal, then left and right SID commands will select the available actuator axes, and forward and reverse commands will move the selected axis. SK81935-01 66 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 3 – Programming...
Page 67: Ports 1 / 2 - User Menu
Sleep, Lights, Settings and Horn. If set to Blank, then there will be no menu item displayed. If set to Exit, then selecting that option will take you back to Drive Mode. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 3 – Programming | 67...
Page 68 Assume Position 1 = Drive and Position 1 Type = Entry, then the menu item would appear as below. Drive > The effect of Entry is to display the Mode Name and an entry >. A right SID command will enter the Mode. SK81935-01 68 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 3 – Programming...
Page 69 The effect of Entry is to display the Mode Name and an entry >. A right SID command will enter the Mode. The Mode will be entered in the Profile in which it was last used. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 3 – Programming | 69...
Page 70: Ports 1 / 2 - Beeps
If set to Short, there will be a short beep upon a Profile change. If set to Long, there will be a long beep upon a Profile change. SK81935-01 70 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 3 – Programming...
Page 71 Menu operation with Drive Position Type set to List – beeps will occur when a particular Profile is highlighted on the User Menu. Menu operation with Drive Position Type set to Select – beeps will occur when the Profile selection is changed on the User Menu. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 3 – Programming | 71...
Page 72 The programmable range is 0 to 16 in steps of 1. SK81935-01 72 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 3 – Programming...
Page 73: Training Mode
This allows the left directional command of the SID to be inhibited. The programmable options are On and Off. If set to On, left drive will be inhibited. If set to Off, left drive will not be inhibited. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 3 – Programming | 73...
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Page 75: Chapter 4 - Advanced Programming
Input Devices and the Profiles are to be named: JSM Slow, JSM Medium, JSM Fast, Omni Slow, Omni Medium and Omni Fast. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 4 – Advanced Programming | 75...
Page 76: Using Omni2 With Two Sids
Enable all Modes in the first SID 2 Profile. Set the Profile names. The Omni2 should now be programmed to suit the user and the SID, as explained in the previous chapter. SK81935-01 76 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 4 – Advanced Programming...
Page 77: Using The Omni2 With Two Sids And In Conjunction With A Joystick Module
Menu or Sequence. This is particularly useful for users who cannot easily read the Omni2’s screen. The following parameters set how and when the beeps occur. For further details of each of these parameters, refer to the previous chapter. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 4 – Advanced Programming | 77...
Page 78: Profile Change
Profile. Left and right SID movements will select the next available Profiles and the corresponding number of beeps will occur. To enter the selected Profile, operate the User Switch. SK81935-01 78 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 4 – Advanced Programming...
Page 79: Axis Identifier
Position 1 = 1 beep Position 2 = 2 beeps Then the User Menu would appear as: 1: Profile 1 2: Profile 2 3: Profile 3 Seating SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 4 – Advanced Programming | 79...
Page 80 Profile Identifier # = On Position 2 = 4 beeps This would result in 1 to 3 beeps for the first 3 lines and 4 beeps for the fourth line. SK81935-01 80 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 4 – Advanced Programming...
Page 81: Chapter 5 - Infrared Control
NOTE (HP, IN) When an Omni2 is dispatched from Curtiss-Wright there are no stored IR Codes. NOTE (HP, IN) If IR Mode is not available and there are stored IR Codes, then refer to section 8, Configuration.
Page 82 Curtiss-Wright | PG Drives Technology NOTE (HP, IN) When an Omni2 is dispatched from Curtiss-Wright, it will contain a default menu as shown in section 9. If required, the IR Configuration tool can be used to change this default menu.
Page 83: Ir Set-Up
It is also possible to access the Settings Menu and therefore the IR Set-Up Menu, via the User Menu and OBP. IR SET-UP MENU On entering the IR Set-Up menu, the default Appliances will appear. By selecting an Appliance, then its Commands will be shown. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 5 – Infrared Control | 83...
Page 84: Learning An Ir Code
LEARNING AN IR CODE Enter the IR Set-Up Menu and then select an Appliance, e.g. TV. The Commands for the Appliance will appear on the screen as below. 84 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 5 – Infrared Control SK81935-01...
Page 85 Select Learn Code, by using the Right button while the Command is highlighted. Point the TV remote control at the Omni2’s Receiver and press the Channel Up button twice. A check denotes a successful learn operation. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 5 – Infrared Control | 85...
Page 86: Learning An Ir Code - Sequence
After each successful learn operation a check momentarily appears on the screen, select Learn Code again. This time, the On/Off Command will have a Tick and three Dots beside it, showing a Learnt Sequence. As displayed below. 86 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 5 – Infrared Control SK81935-01...
Page 87: Enabling And Disabling Ir Codes
To enable an IR Code, select the ‘+’ key on the Display Section of the Omni2. An enabled Code appears with a check against the highlighted Command. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 5 – Infrared Control | 87...
Page 88: Deleting Ir Codes
To delete all IR Codes for an Appliance select Delete All Codes within that Appliance’s sub-menu. NOTE (HP, IN) When deleting all learnt Codes for a specific Appliance, the Omni2 must be power-cycled to actually delete the Codes. 88 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 5 – Infrared Control SK81935-01...
Page 89: Ir Configuration Tool
Technology electronic Control Systems. Incorrect programming could result in an unsafe setup of a vehicle for a user. Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for any losses of any kind if this condition is not met. The IR tool can be launched via the R-net PC Programmer. Select the IR Configurator from the tools drop-down menu.
Page 90: Operation Initiation
For ease of description, the IR Configurator application will be separated into 4 different sections. These are:  Drop-Down Menus  Toolbars  User Menu  Libraries 90 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 5 – Infrared Control SK81935-01...
Page 91: Drop-Down Menus
This menu contains standard Windows functions – New, Open, Save, Save As, Print Preview, Page Setup, Print as well as Email My Library. When opening a new file, this will be the standard Curtiss-Wright default IR Menu, which is shown in section 9. 7.3.2 CONTROLLER Read –...
Page 92: Toolbar
Rename, Move Up, Move Down, Clear IR Code, Assign from Library and Insert from Library, the menu structure and content can be changed. The following screen shows an example User Menu with seven Appliances: TV1, Cable/Satellite, DVD1, DVD Recorder, Music, Device 1 and Device 2. 92 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 5 – Infrared Control SK81935-01...
Page 93 Inserts a new Sequence in the menu or within a sub-menu. The text for the Sequence name is programmable. Creating a new Sequence enables multiple IR Codes to be assigned against one Command function in the Omni2 User Menu. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 5 – Infrared Control | 93...
Page 94 7.5.9 EDIT MY LIBRARY This function is only available when the My Library tab is selected, refer to the Libraries section for further details. 94 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 5 – Infrared Control SK81935-01...
Page 95: Libraries
NOTE (HP, IN) The Library is ‘layered’ as Brand > Product Type > Appliance > Command. It is only possible to insert from the Appliance level down. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 5 – Infrared Control | 95...
Page 96 MY LIBRARY The primary purpose of the My Library tab is to enable Dealers and Therapists to supply Curtiss-Wright with IR Codes that are not included in the default library. IR Codes that are learned through the Omni2 can be imported and saved via the My Library functions.
Page 97 The learnt Codes could be built into an Appliance by the Dealer or Therapist using the My Library feature. Once the Appliance has been saved, the Mydatabase.sdf is updated. The file can then be emailed to Curtiss-Wright for inclusion in the Default Library the next time the IR Configurator is upgraded.
Page 98 To Edit an Appliance, select the Appliance from the list and either double-click on the highlighted area or select Edit Appliance from the drop-down menu. This will open the Edit Appliance window with the selected Appliance details pre-loaded. 98 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 5 – Infrared Control SK81935-01...
Page 99: Configuration
CONFIGURATION OF IR CONTROL MODE Curtiss-Wright factory programming configures Mode 7 to be IR Control Mode. If this programming has been overwritten, then it may be necessary to re-program as described below. You will know if re-programming is necessary if you cannot access the IR User Menu when it has learnt Codes.
Page 100: Mode Name
This parameter should be set to None. OUTPUT This parameter should be set to IR Control. NOTE (HP, IN) The OEM may have factory preset set these options. 100 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 5 – Infrared Control SK81935-01...
Page 101: Curtiss-Wright Default Menu
Device 2 DVD1 Command 1 On/Off Command 2 Play Command 3 Stop Command 4 Pause Command 5 Fast Fwd Command 6 Fast Rev Command 7 Command 8 SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 5 – Infrared Control | 101...
Page 102 Curtiss-Wright | PG Drives Technology 102 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 5 – Infrared Control SK81935-01...
Page 103: Chapter 6 - Bluetooth® Set-Up & Operation
An R-net Output Mode must be set to Bluetooth®. For the purposes of this section, the Mode Name will be assumed to be My Devices. See programing example below. Refer to the R-net Technical Manual SK77981 – Programming for further details. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 6 – Bluetooth Set-Up & Operation | 103...
Page 104: Bluetooth® Mode Screen Configuration
Refer to the Bluetooth® Programming chapter for further details. For the remainder of this section, it will be assumed the Device Name parameters have been set per the following screen. 104 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 6 – Bluetooth Set-Up & Operation SK81935-01...
Page 105: Pairing With A Bluetooth® Device
Linksys USBBT100-UK  Belkin F8T012uk1 Version 1000 Once a Bluetooth® connection is confirmed, the following process should be undertaken on the PC (based on Windows 10): SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 6 – Bluetooth Set-Up & Operation | 105...
Page 106 From the Start menu, select Settings, then Devices. A screen such as below should appear. Click on the ‘+ Add Bluetooth® or other device’ section in the ‘Bluetooth® & other devices’ menu and then select ‘Bluetooth®’. 106 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 6 – Bluetooth Set-Up & Operation SK81935-01...
Page 107 After a short time, a screen such as below should appear. The blue icon on the Omni2 should have stopped flashing. If the process fails, click on ‘Tom’s PC’, then ‘Disconnect’ and repeat the process. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 6 – Bluetooth Set-Up & Operation | 107...
Page 108: Pairing With An Android Device
The default programming relates to the operations shown below. FORWARD LONG FORWARD MEDIUM FORWARD SHORT LEFT LEFT LEFT RIGHT RIGHT RIGHT LONG MEDIUM SHORT SHORT MEDIUM LONG REVERSE SHORT REVERSE MEDIUM REVERSE LONG 108 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 6 – Bluetooth Set-Up & Operation SK81935-01...
Page 109: Operating An Android Device
The process for assigning Omni2 commands to the iDevice commands is covered in the Switch Control Set-Up Section. An example of Switch Control is given below. Please note, the screen navigation sequences are defined by the iDevice and not the Omni2. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 6 – Bluetooth Set-Up & Operation | 109...
Page 110 Switch Control operates by highlighting sections within the application window. Various commands are then used to navigate the sections and to select individual applications. iDevice command Next Item selects another highlighted area. iDevice command Select Item enters the highlighted area. 110 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 6 – Bluetooth Set-Up & Operation SK81935-01...
Page 111 Select Item opens the highlighted item. Depending on the nature of the application, areas of the screen will be highlighted and similar commands to the above can be used to navigate it. iDevice command Home returns to the Home screen. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 6 – Bluetooth Set-Up & Operation | 111...
Page 112: Voiceover
The same iDevice commands also navigate the rows. Opening items and returning to the Home screen are effected in the same way as Switch Control. 112 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 6 – Bluetooth Set-Up & Operation SK81935-01...
Page 113: Switch Control Set-Up
The procedure to enable Switch Control on the iDevice and assign commands is as follows. From the iDevice Settings menu, select General > Accessibility. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 6 – Bluetooth Set-Up & Operation | 113...
Page 114 Within Accessibility there are Auto Scanning and Auto Hide options. It is recommended that these options are turned off for the initial set up. Select Switches. Select External. 114 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 6 – Bluetooth Set-Up & Operation SK81935-01...
Page 115 When the command has been received, a screen such as below will appear. Enter a convenient name – for example, long back – and then Save. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 6 – Bluetooth Set-Up & Operation | 115...
Page 116: 5.4 Voiceover Set-Up
Forward Medium Left Long Reverse Medium Right Long The timings associated with the nudges are programmable. Refer to the Bluetooth® Programming chapter for further details. 116 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 6 – Bluetooth Set-Up & Operation SK81935-01...
Page 117 Firstly, set the parameter VoiceOver and then use the relevant parameters to assign Omni2 to iDevice commands. Refer to the Bluetooth® Programming chapter for further details. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 6 – Bluetooth Set-Up & Operation | 117...
Page 118 Curtiss-Wright | PG Drives Technology 118 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 6 – Bluetooth Set-Up & Operation SK81935-01...
Page 119: Chapter 7 - Bluetooth® Programming
Device Name Sets the name of the iDevice module Mode Sets the mode for the iDevice module Screen Graphic Sets the screen graphic for the iDevice module SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 7 – Bluetooth Programming | 119...
Page 120: Mouse 1/Mouse 2
Setting the Pointer Speed to 0% will disable mouse pointer movement, and change the functionality for both proportional and switched SIDs. Deflecting the SID will cause the action associated with that direction to be executed immediately, irrespective of the Nudge Time parameter. 120 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 7 – Bluetooth Programming SK81935-01...
Page 121 If set to any other value, then this is the period that two short SID switch operations must be made, in order to be interpreted as a double-click. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 7 – Bluetooth Programming | 121...
Page 122 This is a text string that will appear on the Omni2 LCD screen to indicate the active Bluetooth® device. 1.1.10 SCREEN GRAPHIC Sets the screen graphic for the Mouse module. The programmable options are Computer, Phone or Tablet. Computer Phone Tablet 122 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 7 – Bluetooth Programming SK81935-01...
Page 123: Idevice 1/Idevice 2
The programmable options are as follows: No Action – No action will be initiated. Cursor Left – The screen cursor will move to the left by one application. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 7 – Bluetooth Programming | 123...
Page 124 Volume Up – This will increase the volume. Volume Down – This will decrease the volume. Any action that is not programmed will remain as the default setting. 124 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 7 – Bluetooth Programming SK81935-01...
Page 125 The Parameter Long Nudge Time is programmable between 0 and 5 seconds in steps of 100ms. The default value for Long Nudge Time is 3.0s. NOTE (HP, IN) Long Nudge Time must be programmed to a value greater than Medium Nudge Time. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 7 – Bluetooth Programming | 125...
Page 126 Switch Control – The iDevice module will use Switch Control Mode on the connected iDevice. 1.2.1.11 SCREEN GRAPHIC Sets the screen graphic for the iDevice module. The programmable options are Computer, Phone or Tablet. Computer Phone Tablet 126 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 7 – Bluetooth Programming SK81935-01...
Page 127: Chapter 8 - Diagnostics
When the control system safety circuits have operated and the control system has been prevented from moving the powerchair, a diagnostics screen will be displayed. This indicates a system trip, i.e. the R-net has detected a problem somewhere in the powerchair’s electrical system. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 8 – Diagnostics | 127...
Page 128: System Log Screen
All trips are stored in the system log, whether they have been resolved or are still active. The system log stores the Trip Text and the number of occurrences. The trips are stored in their respective Modules within the system. SK81935-01 128 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 8 – Diagnostics...
Page 129: Connections
Sections (Omni Display / Omni Input). The following diagram shows the Omni2 Section connections. For details of other R-net module connections, refer to the R-net Technical Manual SK77981. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 8 – Diagnostics | 129...
Page 130: Diagnostic Text Definitions
Refer to section 3.36 Forward Signal 2 Short Circuit Refer to section 3.37 Reverse Signal 2 Short Circuit Refer to section 3.38 Fifth Switch 2 Short Circuit Refer to section 3.39 SK81935-01 130 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 8 – Diagnostics...
Page 131: Center Joystick
 Disconnect one module at a time and cycle the power. If the trip is still present after the above checks have been made, contact your service agent. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 8 – Diagnostics | 131...
Page 132: Memory Error
Re-program the required settings in small groups, cycling the power after each group to see if the trip occurs. If the trip is still present after the above checks have been made, then the PM may be defective. Refer to Section 5. SK81935-01 132 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 8 – Diagnostics...
Page 133: Module Error
If the trip reappears after one of the power cycles then the last module to have been added to the system must be defective. If the trip is still present after the above checks have been made, then the Curtiss-Wright control system may be defective. Refer to Section 5.
Page 134: User Switch Detached
WARNING (HP, IN) Because a disconnected User Switch means there is no emergency-stop function, Curtiss-Wright recommend that Switch Detect is always set to On. Curtiss-Wright will accept no liability for any losses resulting from any other setting of this parameter.
Page 135: Joystick Stationary Time Exceeded
Turning the control system Off and On again will clear this error message. If the trip is still present after the power has been cycled, then the Curtiss-Wright control system may be defective. Refer to Section 5.
Page 136: Right Signal 1 Open Circuit
Check the operation of the SID and all cables and connectors between the Omni2 and the Port 1 D-type connector. If the trip is still present after the above checks have been made, then the SID or Omni2 may be defective. Refer to Section 5. SK81935-01 136 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 8 – Diagnostics...
Page 137: Right Signal 1 Short Circuit
Check the operation of the SID and all cables and connectors between the Omni2 and the Port 1 D-type connector. If the trip is still present after the above checks have been made, then the SID or Omni2 may be defective. Refer to Section 5. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 8 – Diagnostics | 137...
Page 138: Right Signal 2 Open Circuit
Check the operation of the SID and all cables and connectors between the Omni2 and the Port 2 D-type connector. If the trip is still present after the above checks have been made, then the SID or Omni2 may be defective. Refer to Section 5. SK81935-01 138 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 8 – Diagnostics...
Page 139: Right Signal 2 Short Circuit
Check the operation of the SID and all cables and connectors between the Omni2 and the Port 2 D-type connector. If the trip is still present after the above checks have been made, then the SID or Omni2 may be defective. Refer to Section 5. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 8 – Diagnostics | 139...
Page 140: Basic Tests
Refer to the powerchair’s Technical Manual for exact information of other tests. Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for losses of any kind arising from the carrying out of the described tests, or from not carrying out additional relevant tests.
Page 141: Gradient Test
Section and ensure that drive is inhibited. If Inhibits 2, 3, 4 and 5 are used for inhibit or speed limiting purposes, suitable tests should be devised to ensure correct operation. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 8 – Diagnostics | 141...
Page 142: Servicing Of Defective Units
Excluding specific OEM approved replacement parts (for details of these contact the powerchair manufacturer), there are no serviceable parts in the R-net control system. Consequently, any defective units must be returned to Curtiss-Wright or a Curtiss-Wright approved service organization for repair.
Page 143: Chapter 9 - Specifications
The Bluetooth® controller must only be used for the intended purpose as explained in the product technical manual. It must not be use in any safety-critical, life-supporting, or life-sustaining applications. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 9 – Specifications | 143...
Page 144: Fda Labelling Requirements
Bluetooth® transfers are not encrypted. This should not pose a security risk if the product is used for the intended purpose. 2.2.5 ADDRESSING WIRELESS ISSUES: See troubleshooting Bluetooth® Set-Up and Operation Chapter. SK81935-01 144 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 9 – Specifications...
Page 145: Regulatory Information
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 9 – Specifications | 145...
Page 146 L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. 2.3.4 EUROPE 2.3.5 JAPAN 2.3.6 KOREA 2.3.7 TAIWAN SK81935-01 146 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 9 – Specifications...
Page 147 Curtiss-Wright | PG Drives Technology SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 9 – Specifications | 147...
Page 148: 9-Way D-Type Pin-Out
The input device manufacturer must ensure that the SID design is safe under all conditions, in particular, single component failures must be detected and the input device put into a safe condition. Curtiss-Wright accept no responsibility for losses of any kind resulting from an unsuitable SID design.
Page 149: Pin 2 - Joystick Direction
This pin should be linked to 0V inside the input device. This link allows the Omni2 to detect if the SID is connected. If the link is not fitted, the Omni2 should be configured to ignore the absence of the link. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 9 – Specifications | 149...
Page 150: Pins 7 And 9 - 12V 100Ma
These pins are connected together inside the Omni2 and provide a 12V supply to the input device. The total combined current capability is 100mA. PIN 8 – 0V A 0V supply for the input device. SK81935-01 150 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 9 – Specifications...
Page 151: User Switch
This section refers to the pneumatic inlet on the underside of the Omni2 Input Section. See the connections diagram in Chapter 1 for further details. Approximate pressure levels for full hard sips and puffs are: Full puff 1PSI or 69mbar. Full sip -1.2PSI or –83mbar. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 9 – Specifications | 151...
Page 152 Curtiss-Wright | PG Drives Technology SK81935-01 152 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 9 – Specifications...
Page 153: Chapter 10 - Notes, Cautions And Warnings Summary
Omni2 controller. WARNING (HP, IN) Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for losses of any kind arising from failure to comply with any of the conditions listed below. NOTE The powerchair manufacturer may wish to use this section as a check list, to ensure that the risk areas identified below have been addressed within their own chair designs and associated documentation.
Page 154: Accessing Powerchair Functions
The Hazard and Indicator icons will only be visible when a module supporting lighting, e.g. ISM-L, is connected to the system. 2.12 LIGHTS ICON NOTE (OP, HP, IN) The Lights icon will only be visible when a module supporting lighting, e.g. ISM-L, is connected to the system. SK81935-01 154 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 10 – Warnings Summary...
Page 155: Global - External On/Off Switch Detect
If Fwd/Rev Auto Toggle is set to On and latched drive is enabled in programming, then an error message ‘Bad Settings’ will appear. 2.19 POSITION 1 TO POSITION 16 NOTE (HP, IN) It is possible to set items to appear multiple times in the menu. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 10 – Warnings Summary | 155...
Page 156: Profile Identifier
If IR Mode is not available and there are stored IR Codes, then refer to section 8, Configuration. NOTE (HP, IN) When an Omni2 is dispatched from Curtiss-Wright, it will contain a default menu as shown in section 9. If required, the IR Configuration tool can be used to change this default menu.
Page 157: Ir Configuration Tool
Codes that are already within the Default Library cannot be added to the My Library structure. 2.31 OUTPUT NOTE (HP, IN) The OEM may have factory preset set these options. SK81935-01 R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 10 – Warnings Summary | 157...
Page 158: Switch Control Set-Up
WIRELESS SECURITY MEASURES NOTE (HP, IN) Bluetooth® transfers are not encrypted. This should not pose a security risk if the product is used for the intended purpose. SK81935-01 158 | R-net Omni2 Technical Manual | Chapter 10 – Warnings Summary...
Page 159: User Access
LCD SCREEN WARNING (OP, HP, IN) Do not attempt to operate the powerchair if the LCD screen is damaged or malfunctioning. Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for losses of any kind arising from failure to comply with this condition. SK81935-01...
Page 160: Assessing The User's Needs
2) Use of SIDs which have the capability to detect leakage currents across the analogue input pins of the Input Section. Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for losses of any kind resulting from the use of proportional SIDs if neither of the above recommendations are included in the installation.
Page 161: D-Type Connector
The SID’s D-type connector should always be fitted with gold contacts and a suitable backshell with locking screws. The locking screws should be used to mechanically hold the connector in place. Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for losses of any kind if these conditions are not met.
Page 162: Introduction
WARNING (HP, IN) Because a disconnected User Switch means there is no emergency-stop function, Curtiss-Wright recommend that Switch Detect is always set to On. Curtiss-Wright will accept no liability for any losses resulting from any other setting of this parameter.
Page 163: Ir Configuration Tool
Refer to the powerchair’s Technical Manual for exact information of other tests. Curtiss-Wright accept no liability for losses of any kind arising from the carrying out of the described tests, or from not carrying out additional relevant tests.
Page 164: Omni Sid Information
The input device manufacturer must ensure that the SID design is safe under all conditions, in particular, single component failures must be detected and the input device put into a safe condition. Curtiss-Wright accept no responsibility for losses of any kind resulting from an unsuitable SID design.

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Chapter 2 - Operation

Chapter 3 - Programming

Chapter 4 - Advanced Programming

Chapter 5 - Infrared Control

Chapter 6 - Bluetooth® Set-Up & Operation

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