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  • Page 1 User manual American English Permobil R-net (PJSM)
  • Page 3 Introduction This user manual covers the functions of your Permobil R-net (PJSM) control panel and is intended as an extension to your power wheelchair’s user manual. Please read and follow all instructions and warnings in all manuals supplied with your power wheelchair and its accessories. Incorrect use may both injure the user and damage the wheelchair.
  • Page 4 Text Produced and published by Permobil Edition: 1 Date: 2019-12-18 Order no: 336773 eng-CAN...
  • Page 5 Head office of the Permobil group Permobil AB Per Uddéns väg 20 861 36 Timrå Sweden +46 60 59 59 00 Tel.: Fax: +46 60 57 52 50 E-mail: info@permobil.com Web: www.permobil.com...
  • Page 7 Contents Permobil R-net (PJSM) Warnings..............................9 Permobil Joystick Module for R-net ......................11 Charger socket ...........................13 Buttons and paddle switches .........................13 Jack sockets ............................18 Display..............................18 Bluetooth® mode ..........................28 IR mode.............................41 Locking and unlocking the control system....................52 Seat functions.............................53 ConnectMe ...............................59 Important information..........................59 Flight mode............................61...
  • Page 9 Warnings Permobil R-net (PJSM) 1 Warnings WARNING! Environmental conditions Protect the wheelchair from exposure to any type of moisture, including rain, snow, mud or spray. If any of the shrouds or the joystick boot has cracks or tears, they must be replaced immediately.
  • Page 10 Warnings Permobil R-net (PJSM)
  • Page 11 C. Screen. D. Left turn signals. E. Right turn signals. F. Main power On or Off; mode or profile selector. G. Maximum speed paddle, decrease or increase. H. Joystick. I. Horn button. Figure 1. Permobil joystick panel, 2,8” color display.
  • Page 12 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net The overview image on the preceding page shows the basic functions of the control panel. All buttons, toggle switches and the joystick may have additional functionality. The charging socket is located on the front of the panel Figure 2 Charger socket.
  • Page 13 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net Charger socket This socket may only be used for charging or locking the wheelchair. Do not connect any type of programming cable to this socket. Do not use the socket as a power supply for any other electrical device.
  • Page 14 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.2.1 Power, mode and profile paddle The paddle switch is used to switch the control system on or off. Push the paddle forward to switch the power on and pull it backwards to switch the power off.
  • Page 15 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.2.2 Maximum speed paddle This paddle decreases or increases the wheelchair’s maximum speed. The maximum speed indicator on the display shows the current setting. Push the paddle forward to increase the setting and backwards to decrease the setting.
  • Page 16 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.2.4 Function Buttons There are a total of four buttons located on the left and right sides of the display. The symbols on the display show the current button function. 2.2.4.1 Hazard warning button and screen symbol Only active if the wheelchair is fitted with lights.
  • Page 17 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.2.4.3 Left turn signal button and screen symbol Only active if the wheelchair is fitted with lights. This button switches the wheelchair’s left turn signal on or off. Push the button to switch the turn signal on and push it again to switch it off.
  • Page 18 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net Jack sockets The external On/Off switch jack (A) allows the user to turn the control system on or off using an external device such as a buddy button. The external profile switch jack (B) allows the user to select profiles using an external device, such as a buddy button.
  • Page 19 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.4.1 Screen symbols The R-net drive screen has common components that always appear and components that only appear under certain conditions. A. Speedometer B. Profile name C. Battery indicator D. Clock E. Maximum speed indicator F.
  • Page 20 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.4.2 Battery indicator This displays available battery charge and can be used to alert the user of the status of the battery. • Steady light: everything is in order. The display shows battery status (from left to right): •...
  • Page 21 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.4.4 Current profile The profile number describes which profile the control system is currently operating in. The profile text is the name or description of the profile the control system is currently operating in.
  • Page 22 When this symbol occurs, drive slowly or stop Figure 20. Motor temperature. the wheelchair. Permobil recommends that you drive slowly for a short period after the symbol has disappeared, to prevent unnecessary strain on the wheelchair. If the symbol occurs multiple times and the wheelchair is not driven in any of the conditions mentioned in , there might be something wrong with the wheelchair.
  • Page 23 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.4.10 Hourglass This symbol is displayed when the control system is changing states. An example would be entering into programming mode. The symbol is animated to show sand falling. Figure 21. Hourglass.
  • Page 24 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.4.12.1 Time The following section describes submenus related to Time. Set Time allows the user to set the current time. Display Time this sets the format of the time display or turns it off.
  • Page 25 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.4.12.3 Backlight The following section describes submenus related to Backlight. Backlight this sets the backlight on the screen. It can be set between 0% and 100%. Auto Backlight the joystick module contains an ambient light sensor to automatically adjust screen brightness.
  • Page 26 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.4.12.5 IR Setup Applies to control panels equipped with integrated IR. A right deflection of the joystick will enter a submenu for learning and deleting IR codes. Refer to the IR section for more details; see...
  • Page 27 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.4.12.6 Programming The following section describes submenus related to Programming. Sleep sets the time after which the control system will go to sleep if an input device command is not received. Sounder Volume sets the volume of the sounder used to indicate button presses.
  • Page 28 2.4.12.7 Exit Exits the Settings Menu. Bluetooth® mode Applicable only to R-net control panels, 3,5” or 2,8” color display, with Bluetooth® integrated in the joystick module. The joystick modules differs in that the 3,5" screen version is equipped with the buttons Mode and Profile, positioned under the screen.
  • Page 29 PC mice or Android™ devices and two iDevices®, without any additional tools. The setup can be reprogrammed using a programming key and an R-net programmer installed on a computer. With this equipment it is possible to e.g. rename or replace text and icons describing a certain device, activate mouse commands, nudge time, change the cursor speed etc.
  • Page 30 The screen now displays the submenu as illustrated. Choose a device; set it to On with a right deflection by the joystick. The R-net system must now be switched off and then on again. The name of each device can be changed by using a computer with an installed R-net programming tool.
  • Page 31 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.5.2.2 Pairing setup The control panel Bluetooth® must then be put into Discovery Mode by following this sequence description: • Deflect the joystick in the forward direction and hold until there is a beep. This takes approximately 10 seconds; then release.
  • Page 32 Windows. • Enter the password 1234 if prompted. • Click on R-net Mouse X when it appears in the screen and the connection will be finalized. The R-net mouse will now appear in the list of devices on the PC.
  • Page 33 The following process should be carried out on the iDevice®. • Select settings and set Bluetooth® to on. • Select R-net iDevice® X from the list of available devices. • R-net iDevice® X should appear as a paired device. • When an connection is established the Bluetooth® icon on the control panel display stops flashing.
  • Page 34 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.5.3.2 To enter Bluetooth® mode Joystick module with 2,8" screen is more compact and lacks Mode and Profile buttons. Press button Mode button (A) a number of times until Bluetooth® mode is entered or press and hold key B for more than 2 seconds to enter Bluetooth®...
  • Page 35 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net When a Bluetooth® device is selected, the screen will show an icon representing the chosen device type. If only one Bluetooth® device is enabled, this screen will appear as soon as Bluetooth® mode is activated.
  • Page 36 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.5.3.3 Operating buttons in Bluetooth® mode A. Access settings, page 37. B. Return to drive mode, page 37. C. Left mouse click, page 38. D. Right mouse click, page 38. E. Scroll up or down, page 38.
  • Page 37 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net Buttons A to D, paddle switch E and joystick F, as shown in the previous overview illustration, have predefined functions when a Bluetooth® device is selected in Bluetooth® mode. The functions are described below.
  • Page 38 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.5.3.6 C – left mouse click Press button to perform a left mouse click. Figure 35. Left button for left mouse clicks. 2.5.3.7 D – right mouse click Press button to perform a right mouse click.
  • Page 39 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.5.3.9 F – joystick functions Move cursor in desired direction by deflecting the joystick. Nudge forward to scroll up. Nudge back to scroll down. Left mouse click; left nudge. Right mouse click; right nudge.
  • Page 40 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.5.4 Notes - Bluetooth® mode settings changed after delivery Function Button, toggle switch or joystick...
  • Page 41 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net IR mode Applicable only for R-net control panels with integrated IR, 3.5” or 2.8” color display with IR. 2.6.1 General The infrared control, integrated in the joystick module, makes it possible to replicate commonly used IR devices, such as remote controls for TV, audio, cable, satellite or environmental controls.
  • Page 42 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.6.2 IR setup IR Setup menu can be accessed via the Settings Menu; see 2.4.12 Settings Menu , Page 23. On entering the IR Setup menu, the default appliances will appear. When an appliance is selected, its commands are shown.
  • Page 43 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.6.3 Learning an IR code The IR receiver is located above the screen on the control panel, marked with an A in the figure. When learning a code, the remote control device must be held so that its IR transmitter points towards the IR receiver on the control panel, i.e.
  • Page 44 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net The commands for the appliance will appear on the screen as shown in figure. Select a command to learn. In this example; Channel Up will be selected from the TV MENU. Figure 43. The screen displayed when an appliance has been selected.
  • Page 45 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net Point the TV remote control towards the control panel’s IR receiver and press the channel up button twice. Figure 45. Point the remote control at the IR receiver. Press the button twice.
  • Page 46 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net If the Learn Code operation fails, a red cross will be displayed on the screen. Please retry the Learn Code operation. Figure 47. Learning operation unsuccessful. After the code has been learned, scroll down to highlight Exit.
  • Page 47 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.6.4 Learning sequenced IR codes Multiple IR codes can be learned for a single command in the IR Setup menu. This enables multiple IR codes to be transmitted through a single command when in IR mode.
  • Page 48 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.6.4.1 Create a sequence • Select the command to use as the sequence initiator. In this example, TV – ON. • Select Learn Code, by deflecting the joystick to the right while the command is highlighted.
  • Page 49 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.6.5 Enabling and disabling IR codes IR codes can be enabled or disabled in the IR Setup menu. If a code is disabled, it will not transmit and will not appear in IR mode.
  • Page 50 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.6.6 Deleting IR codes To delete an IR code for a specific command, highlight the command in the appliance menu and deflect the joystick to the right. Then select the Delete Code option.
  • Page 51 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net To delete all IR codes stored in the control panel, select Delete All Codes within the IR Setup menu. Figure 53. Delete all codes from the IR Setup menu.
  • Page 52 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net Locking and unlocking the control system 2.7.1 Locking • Switch the control system on and move the paddle backward. • After 1 second the control system will beep. Now release the Figure 54. The lock symbol is displayed when the paddle.
  • Page 53 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net Seat functions 2.8.1 Not applicable to all seat models On some seats, the power functions can be controlled using the control panel joystick. Some models can memorize three seat positions. The seat adjustment mechanism stores each memorized seat position.
  • Page 54 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.8.2 Maneuvering the seat 1. Push the mode paddle switch forward one or more times until a seat function icon appears in the control panel display. 2. Move the joystick to the left or right to select a seat function.
  • Page 55 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.8.2.1 Return to drive mode Push the mode paddle switch forward one or more times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display. Figure 56. Standard display image with speed...
  • Page 56 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.8.3 Memory 2.8.3.1 Retrieving position from memory Some seat control systems can memorize three seat positions. The seat adjustment mechanism stores each memorized seat position. This makes it easy to retrieve a seat position saved earlier.
  • Page 57 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.8.3.2 Return to drive mode Push the mode paddle switch forward one or more times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display. 2.8.3.3 Saving a seat position to memory 1.
  • Page 58 Permobil R-net (PJSM) Permobil Joystick Module for R-net 2.8.4 Return to drive mode Push the mode paddle switch forward one or more times until a standard display image with speed indicator appears in the control panel display. Figure 59. Save function activated.
  • Page 59 • for safety research or wheelchair diagnosis purpose; • in response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency; • for use in dispute resolution involving Permobil, its affiliates or sales / service organization; and • as otherwise required or permitted by law.
  • Page 60 ConnectMe Permobil R-net (PJSM) WARNING! Flight mode The ConnectMe device contains a radio transmitter. In certain areas radio transmission is not allowed and ConnectMe must be set to flight mode, see 3.2 Flight mode . Examples of these types of areas include, but are not limited to: •...
  • Page 61 ConnectMe Permobil R-net (PJSM) Flight mode ConnectMe contains a radio transmitter. In certain areas, radio transmission is not allowed and ConnectMe must be set to flight mode. 3.2.1 Activating flight mode 1. Turn the power wheelchair ON. 2. Go into seat mode by using the mode button on the joystick or Omni display.
  • Page 62 ConnectMe Permobil R-net (PJSM) 4. Push and hold the input device left for 15 seconds. A beep will sound. Figure 61. Push and hold left for 15 seconds.
  • Page 63 ConnectMe Permobil R-net (PJSM) 5. The message “Flight Mode ON” is shown on the display and the ConnectMe’s transmitting modem is off. The message will continue to show on the display as long as the flight mode is active. However, the wheelchair will work as normal.
  • Page 64 ConnectMe Permobil R-net (PJSM) 7. Push and hold the input device forward, or give and hold an equivalent command, for 5 seconds. Figure 63. Give and hold a forward command for 5 seconds.
  • Page 65 ConnectMe Permobil R-net (PJSM) 8. The yellow arrows will disappear and the message “Flight Mode ON” is shown on the display and the ConnectMe’s transmitting modem is off. The message will continue to show on the display as long as the flight mode is active. However, the wheelchair will work as normal.
  • Page 66 ConnectMe Permobil R-net (PJSM) 2. Go into seat mode by using the mode button on the joystick or Omni display. If the control panel does not have a mode button use the left paddle switch for mode selection. A switch plugged into the 1/8”...
  • Page 67 ConnectMe Permobil R-net (PJSM) 4. Push and hold the input device left for 15 seconds. A beep will sound. Figure 66. Push and hold left for 15 seconds.
  • Page 68 ConnectMe Permobil R-net (PJSM) 5. The message ”Flight Mode ON” will disappear indicating that the flight mode is OFF. ConnectMe is now fully operational again. Figure 67. Flight mode is off. 6. Continue from here for an Omni programmed for switched...
  • Page 69 ConnectMe Permobil R-net (PJSM) 7. Push and hold the input device forward, or give and hold an equivalent command, for 5 seconds. Yellow arrows will appear, indicating that the ConnectMe’s transmitting modem is back on and that the flight mode is OFF.
  • Page 70 ConnectMe Permobil R-net (PJSM) Federal Communications Commission (FCC) statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 71 ConnectMe Permobil R-net (PJSM) FCC caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance would void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1.
  • Page 72 ConnectMe Permobil R-net (PJSM) Industry Canada statement ConnectMe complies with the license-exempt Radio Standards Specifications (RSSs) of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED). ISED is formerly known as Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference; and 2.
  • Page 73 ConnectMe Permobil R-net (PJSM) Product approval ConnectMe fulfills the requirements of the following standards: EN 14971 EN 303 413 EN 60601-1 + A1 EN 50665 EN 300 328 EN 62311 EN 301 489-1 ISO 7176-9 EN 301 489-17 ISO 7176-14...

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