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™ Mini Console Box Remote MCB User Manual U092.1.1 2019 Cervis, Inc.
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SmaRT MCB This document is the property of Cervis, Inc. and cannot be copied, modified, e-mailed, or reproduced without the express prior written consent of Cervis, Inc. Cervis, Inc. reserves the right to change this manual or edit, delete, or modify any information without prior notification.
Table of Contents .......................... i List of Figures ..........................i List of Tables ..........................i Cervis, Inc. Safety Precautions ....................iii 1.0 Introduction .......................... 1 2.0 Mini Console Box Layout ....................4 2.1 Standard Joysticks, Toggle Switches, and Pushbuttons ..........4 2.2 LEDs ...........................
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SmaRT MCB Table 4. MCB Model Specific Features ..................18 Table 5. MCB Specifications ....................... 19 U092.1.1...
User Manual Cervis, Inc. Safety Precautions Read and follow all instructions. Failure to abide by Safety Precautions may result in equipment failure, loss of authority to operate the equipment, and personal injury. Use and maintain proper wiring. Follow equipment manufacturer instructions.
Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) joystick/potentiometer calibrations. The standard MCB switch and joystick options include those illustrated with the example in Figure 1. Note: Documents included with the SmaRT system when it is sent to you include an MCB’s specific operational details. 2019 Cervis, Inc.
SmaRT MCB Magnet Battery Compartment (cover removed) Power Button Magnet Figure 1. MCB-xH04JS Mini Console Box Example U092.1.1...
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The MCB can have up to five (5) toggle switches with the possibility of six toggle switches at the expense of a joystick position. As previously mentioned, Cervis, Inc. also offers the choice of a CAN communication connector for use with an umbilical cable for backup control.
SmaRT MCB 2.0 Mini Console Box Layout 2.1 Standard Joysticks, Toggle Switches, and Pushbuttons Table 1 lists the standard MCB switches. Table 1. Mini Console Box Switches Switch Function Type Switch Type/Description J1 through J4 Factory Programmable Variable Joystick Single or Dual Axis S1 through S5 Factory Programmable Toggle...
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M-Stop engaged Keyswitch moved to OFF Select Unit wake-up without switch S12 Shutting Off: Batteries below operating level; unit shutting down; replace batteries with fresh set. Select Shutting Off: Joystick/Lever command reached out-of-bounds. Condition unsafe, operation turning off. 2019 Cervis, Inc.
SmaRT MCB 2.3 Optional Mini Console Box Umbilical Connection A CAN communications umbilical connection is an available option that can be used for backup control of base unit(s). The MCB radio frequency (RF) shuts off when an umbilical is connected to the MCB.
Connect the two parts of the rip cord together, and press down to secure the connection. 2.4.2 Attaching the Harness to the MCB Both ends of the high-visibility orange straps feature a pair of heavy-duty metal button snaps at the ends. 2019 Cervis, Inc.
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SmaRT MCB To attach the harness to your MCB-9XL, locate the two T-shaped harness clips on the front of your MCB. Thread the high visibility orange straps through the harness mounts—snap side up—past the first two (female) snaps. U092.1.1...
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User Manual Fold the strap over onto itself, and fasten the female snaps to their male counterparts. Note: You’ll know the snaps are secured when you hear a clicking sound. 2019 Cervis, Inc.
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SmaRT MCB When you have the harness securely together, hang it around your neck—or drape it over your shoulder—and begin operating your MCB. U092.1.1...
At this time, the Battery LED begins to blink once per second until the voltage reaches the Auto- Shutdown voltage. Cervis, Inc. recommends replacing the batteries as soon as possible once the Battery LED begins flashing. Replacement batteries must be four new AA cell batteries, all made by the same manufacturer.
STOP (Standard, but the pushbutton can be custom configured by request at Cervis) Figure 4. Turn MCB On and Off Cervis, Inc. Engineering can custom configure the MCB inactivity timer. Four minutes is the standard setting for an MCB. U092.1.1...
“Associate” Mode establishes the communications link between the MCB remote and base unit. (SmaRT systems are Associated before leaving Cervis, Inc.) To associate, have a clear line of sight between the MCB and the base, and both units must be OFF (powered down).
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SmaRT MCB 5. Power-up the base unit. 6. When all LEDs illuminate, release switch S1 and the green pushbutton. Association is successful when the TX and RX LEDs blink rapidly while the Battery and Error LEDs are unlit. U092.1.1...
Push and hold for approximately Push and hold S1 five seconds until LEDs flash Figure 6. Enter Adjust Mode Be aware of joystick activation during this process. Base Unit Caution! outputs may be active or activated during the adjustment process. 2019 Cervis, Inc.
SmaRT MCB 6.2 Low End Calibration (Min) LED 8 on the base unit lights solid, indicating that it is in Minimum Adjust Mode. 1. To set the minimum activation of the joystick to be adjusted, activate the desired joystick beyond 50% deflection and release it back to its neutral position. LED 8 on the base unit flashes, indicating minimum adjustment.
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User Manual Pressing the green pushbutton for about 3–4 seconds. 2019 Cervis, Inc.
Solid Indicates error with handheld remote BATT Low battery indication Control Toggles Two- or three-position momentary or maintained Switches Joysticks Four single or dual axis M-Stop Professional Machine Stop Power Green pushbutton Umbilical See Section 2.3 Connector 2019 Cervis, Inc.
SmaRT MCB Appendix A: Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy SmaRT mini console box remote units contain radio transceivers. When active, an MCB remote sends out radio frequency (RF) energy through its internal antenna. The SmaRT handheld remote complies with limits set by the United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for operating distance from human tissue.
User Manual Appendix C: Declaration of Conformity for MCB-2H0xJS Figure 8. Declaration of Conformity for MCB-2H0xJS 2019 Cervis, Inc.
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