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PG D RIVES ECHNOLOGY R-NET OMNI TECHNICAL MANUAL SK78813/5 SK78813/5...
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All rights reserved. This manual is furnished under copyright and may only be used in accordance with the terms laid out by PG Drives Technology. The information in this manual is furnished for informational use only, is subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by PG Drives Technology.
PG D RIVES ECHNOLOGY TABLE OF CONTENTS About this manual ................14 How to Use This Manual..................14 Definition of Terms Used and Abbreviations......... 15 Chapter 1 - Installation ......................17 Introduction ................19 Controls and Connections............20 LCD Screen .................... 21 On/Off Button ..................
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PG D RIVES ECHNOLOGY How to set up the Omni ............28 On-Board Programming (OBP) ............... 28 7.1.1 To enter OBP using a keypad sequence:..........28 7.1.2 To enter OBP using the R-net Dongle: ............ 29 Handheld Programming ................ 29 PC Programming ...................
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PG D RIVES ECHNOLOGY Double Click Change ................45 Auto Toggle Change ................45 Switch Medium Change ................ 45 Seating Control ..................46 Associated Programming ..............46 Operation with Sip and Puff Type SIDs........47 Operation with Single Switch Scanner Type SIDs ...... 48 Drive.......................
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PG D RIVES ECHNOLOGY 2.6.3 9-way Detect ..................81 2.6.4 Switch Long.................... 81 2.6.5 Switch Medium ..................81 2.6.6 Switch Debounce .................. 82 2.6.7 Double Click ..................82 2.6.8 Active Double Click ................82 Omni – Controls ..................83 2.7.1 User Control.................... 83 2.7.2 Return To ....................
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PG D RIVES ECHNOLOGY 2.11 Settings....................96 2.11.1 Set Time ....................96 2.11.2 Display Time ..................96 2.11.3 Distance....................96 2.11.4 Backlight ....................97 2.11.5 Background ..................97 2.11.6 IR Setup....................97 Chapter 4 – Programming Advanced..............99 Introduction ................101 Using the Omni in Conjunction with a Standard JSM ....101 Universal Set-up..................
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PG D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IR Set Up Menu..................114 Learning an IR Code ............. 116 Enabling and Disabling IR Codes .......... 118 Deleting IR Codes ..............119 IR Configuration Tool.............. 121 Operation Initiation ................122 The Application Window ..............123 Drop Down Menus ................
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PG D RIVES ECHNOLOGY Diagnostic Screens ..............138 Current Diagnostic Screen ..............138 2.1.1 Identified Module................. 138 2.1.2 Trip Text....................138 2.1.3 Trip Code ..................... 138 2.1.4 Example....................139 System Log Screen ................139 Connections ..................140 Diagnostic Text Definitions ............143 Center Joystick..................
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PG D RIVES ECHNOLOGY 3.24 User Switch Detached................152 3.25 Over Pressure ..................153 3.26 Gone to Sleep ..................153 3.27 Charging....................153 Basic Tests ................154 General Inspection ................154 Brake Test ..................... 155 Drive Test ....................155 Gradient Test..................155 Lights, Indicators and Hazard Lamps Test ..........
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PG D RIVES ECHNOLOGY On/Off Switch ................165 Signal levels ..................165 Sip and Puff Input ..............166 Chapter 7 – Warning Summary ................167 Warnings.................169 Introduction..................169 Assessing the User’s Needs..............169 Installing the SID onto a Powerchair ............. 170 User Switch ................... 170 D-type Connector................
Warning - A point of safety which if ignored could cause injury to the individual. PG Drives Technology accept no liability for any losses of any kind if the points are not followed. How to Use This Manual The Manual has two main sections –...
PG D RIVES ECHNOLOGY Definition of Terms Used and Abbreviations Power Module JSM: Joystick Module ISM: Intelligent/seating Lighting Module. The R-net equivalent to the Pilot+ ALM. Any system Input Device, e.g. a JSM or the Omni. SID: Specialty Input Device. Any specialty type of Input Device for connection to the Omni, e.g.
The Omni is a universal specialty controls interface that accepts signals from many different types of SIDs and translates them into commands compatible with the PG Drives Technology R-net control system. The following diagrams show the Omni controls and connections. Full electrical specifications are given in the Specifications Chapter.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD NSTALLATION LCD Screen A full color, backlit LCD screen that can show Omni configuration details and operating information to the installer and user. More details of actual displays are given in the LCD Screen Details Section and throughout this manual. On/Off Button The On/Off button provides a complete power down of the control system electronics.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD NSTALLATION Communications Connector This connector links the Omni to the R-net system. 9-way D-type Specialty Input Device (SID) Connectors These provide connections to analogue or digital SIDs. There is a facility to detect if a mating connector is in place; and provision of a low current 12V supply.
This chapter is laid out as above and it is recommended that the sequence is adhered to. Assessing the User’s Needs This should only be conducted by a healthcare professional. PG Drives Technology accept no liability for losses of any kind resulting in an incorrect assessment of a user’s abilities. Selecting the SID Selection of the SID for the user is not covered in this document.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD NSTALLATION Installing the Omni onto a Powerchair The Omni should be fitted to the powerchair using the bracket supplied by the powerchair manufacturer. If a suitable bracket is not available, the diagram below can be used to design your own. Take care not to over-tighten the fixing screws.
SID classifications in this manual. Instead, the healthcare professional may have to contact the SID manufacturer, the powerchair manufacturer and/or PG Drives Technology to determine the exact classification of the chosen type of SID. Further details on each SID type are given in the following sections.
It is possible to configure the Omni to function with normally open switch types, see section User Switch in the Programming chapter for details. PG Drives Technology recommend that, whenever possible, a normally closed switch should be used. If a normally open switch is used the responsibility for that decision lies with the healthcare professional.
Because a disconnected User Switch means there is no emergency stop function, PG Drives Technology recommend that Switch Detect is always set to On. PG Drives Technology will accept no liability for any losses resulting from any other setting of this parameter.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD NSTALLATION 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. PG Drives Technology accept no liability for losses of any kind if these conditions are not met.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD NSTALLATION After the sequence has been performed and while the system remains switched on, the Mode button can be used to sequence through all system Modes and to return to OBP Mode. If the system is powered-down or there is no OBP activity for 5 minutes, then the keypad sequence will need to be performed again.
Typical applications are chin control, foot control or heavy/light operating force joysticks. The device comprises of a PG Drives Technology or Flightlink type inductive joystick connected to the Omni via the 9-way D-type connector. In addition, a User Switch is required and connects to the Omni via the 3.5mm/1/8” jack socket.
Three axis proportional and User Switch Typical applications are head control mechanisms fitted with a joystick. The device comprises of a PG Drives Technology or Flightlink type inductive joystick connected to the Omni via the 9-way D-type connector. In addition, a User Switch is required and connects to the Omni via the 3.5mm/1/8”...
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD NSTALLATION The device comprises of three or four direction switches and a User Switch connected to the Omni via the 9-way D-type connector. In addition, a normally closed User Switch should be connected to the Omni via the 3.5mm/1/8” jack socket.
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PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD NSTALLATION produce a ‘band’ of values. During this process it may be beneficial for the user to look away from the screen. This prevents ‘false’ values where the user may be trying to attain earlier levels. Once you are satisfied that the user can produce a soft sip consistently within this band, use the right navigate button on the front of the Omni to highlight Hard Sip.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD NSTALLATION Single Switch Scanner A single User Switch is connected to the Omni via one of the 3.5mm/1/8” jack sockets. For a truly fail-safe system a normally closed User Switch is recommended. This ensures that, if the switch becomes accidentally...
NSTALLATION Switch lies with the healthcare professional who is commissioning the wheelchair. PG Drives Technology accept no liability for losses arising from the non-use of a User Switch. Programming the Omni to Suit the User Ensure the R-net Control System’s Drive, Acceleration...
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD NSTALLATION A long operation while not driving will put the Omni to sleep. To wake the Omni, a short operation of the User Switch is required. The time of a long operation is preset to 1 Second, but it is programmable from 0.5 to 5.0 Seconds via the parameter Switch Long.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD NSTALLATION Order of User Menu or Sequence Using the programmable parameter, Position 1 to Position 16, it is possible to change the order of the options on the User Menu. The User Menu can have a maximum of 16 lines and the content of each of the lines is set by these parameters.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD NSTALLATION Program the R-net Driving Characteristics to Suit the User Now that the Omni has been programmed to suit the SID, the powerchair’s drive performance must be programmed to suit the individual user. By using one of the methods explained in the section How to set up the Omni, the powerchair’s speeds, acceleration rates and braking rates can be adjusted to meet exact requirements.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION General Operating Principles When the Omni is powered-up or awoken, then a screen such as below will appear. Power-up can be via the On/Off button on the front panel or via a switch connected into the External On/Off Switch Jack;...
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION User Menu If the Menu method of control is being used, then an operation of the User Switch will initiate the User Menu. A typical User Menu is shown below. Forward and Reverse SID commands will change the highlighted line on the menu.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION Seating* > Will enter Seating Mode. Seating* 2 > Will enter a second Seating Profile. E.g. if non-latched and latched operation is required. Seating* <x> Sets the Seating Profile that is used the next time Seating Mode is entered.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION There are several standard R-net programming features that may be useful when using this SID type. These include joystick throw, joystick orientation and joystick deadband. Refer to the user guide for the programming method you are using for further details of the available adjustments.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION * Depending on the installation, as well as a normally closed User Switch, there may be a user switch integrated into the head array. This switch would connect to the Omni via the fifth switch pin on the D-type connector. 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 wheelchair.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION a Forward/Reverse command is entered, then drive will commence in the newly selected direction. If the User Switch is not released and is held for time period set by the programmable parameter, Switch Medium, then this is interpreted as a conventional User Switch operation, i.e.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION Operation with Sip and Puff Type SIDs Driving is via a tube connected to the Omni’s pneumatic input and the User Switch is used to enter the User Menu or to sequence through the other functions of the wheelchair.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION Operation with Single Switch Scanner Type SIDs All functions, including drive, can be accessed via a single switch connected to one of the Omni’s ‘User Switch’ jack sockets. For details of installation and connections, please refer to the ‘Single Switch Scanner’...
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION In latched operation, a single depression of the User Switch whilst one of the ‘arrow’ icons is shown will cause the powerchair to drive in that direction for a period of time set by the R-net power module parameter, ‘Latched Timeout’. (Please refer to the user guide for the programming method you are using for further details of these parameters and latched operation).
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION Speed Adjust Mode A Speed Adjust Mode screen as shown below will appear if the User Control parameter has been set to Sequence. Left and Right SID commands will adjust the maximum speed setting. The User Switch exits to the next available menu entry.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION An operation of the User Switch or a Right SID command while Exit is highlighted exits to the point set by the parameter, Return To. For more details of this parameter, refer to the section Return To in the Programming chapter. If User Control is set to Sequence, then selecting the Exit option will sequence to the next available menu entry.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION 11.1 Top Bar 11.1.1 Battery Indicator This displays the charge available in the battery and can be used to alert the user to the status of the battery. Steady Steady Steady Steady This indicates that all is well.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION 11.2 Base Bar 11.2.1 Current Profile The current profile is shown in numeric form. 11.2.2 Motor Temperature This symbol is displayed when the control system has intentionally reduced the power to the motors, in order to protect them against heat damage.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION The Hazards icon will only be visible when an Intelligent Lighting/Seating Module is connected within the system. 11.2.6 Lights Icon The Lights icon will be switched on when the lights have been activated. The Lights icon will only be visible when an Intelligent Lighting/Seating Module is connected within the system.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION The clock is user adjustable. Adjustable options are: • Visibility, whether the clock is displayed on screen. • The display format, 12 or 24 hour. • The time, the user can adjust the time. These adjustments are made within User Menu/Settings.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION 11.3.6 Maximum Speed Indicator This displays the current speed setting. 11.3.7 Latched When the control system is operating in a latched condition this symbol will be displayed. 11.3.8 Inhibit If the speed of the wheelchair is being limited; for example, by a raised seat, then this orange symbol will be displayed.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION Left drive. Mode Select 11.3.10 Scanner Actuator Symbols If the Omni is programmed to operate with a Single Switch Scanner Type SID these symbols will be displayed to indicate: Down. Exit Actuators :: Mode Screens :: 11.3.11 Actuator Mode...
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION Displays the sections of the chair currently selected for movement, the name given to the selection and a direction arrow showing what sort of movement is available. 11.3.12 PC When PC Mode is entered the following screen will be displayed. 11.3.13 Speed Adjust When Speed Adjust Mode is entered the following screen will be displayed.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION 11.4 Message Window The Omni displays warning icons and informational messages, in a dedicated message window, as seen below. 11.4.1 Restart When the control system requires a reboot; for example, after a module re-configuration, this symbol will be flashed.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION Process not completed correctly. 11.4.5 Limp This message is displayed if a user switch has become disconnected and the Omni is programmed to still allow drive, at a reduced rate. 11.4.6 E-stop If the user switch is activated during drive, or actuator operation, this symbol will be displayed.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION diagnostic screen at this time. You can reset this condition by switching the control system off and on again. 11.4.8 Control System Locked The Control System can be locked in one of two ways. Either using a sequence of deflections and presses with a SID or with a physical Key.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION • The wheelchair is now unlocked. It is not possible to lock the control system using the sequence method if a Single Switch Scanner Type SID is being used. 11.4.8.2 Key Locking To lock the wheelchair with a key lock: •...
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION If the error is in a non-active module, for example in the ISM but with a drive Profile selected, then drive will still be possible, however, the diagnostic screen will appear intermittently. 11.4.9.1 Identified Module This identifies which module of the control system has registered the problem.
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PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION • Switch on the control system again and try to drive the wheelchair. If the safety circuits operate again, switch off and do not try to use the wheelchair. Contact your service agent. Example: Identified Module Power Module Trip.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION Settings Menu The Settings Menu allows the user to adjust the CJSM display in terms of clock adjustment and display format, the brightness of the backlight, the background color and the behavior of the odometer. The menu is accessed by depressing the Speed Down and Speed Up buttons simultaneously.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION 12.3 Distance This sets the functionality of the odometer and a screen as below will appear. Total Distance This is a value held in the Power Module and relates to the total distance driven using that Power Module. Trip Distance This is a value held in the CJSM and relates to the total distance driven since the last reset.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD PERATION 12.5 Background This sets the color of the screen background. Blue is the standard, but in very bright sunlight then a white background will make the display more visible. The options are Blue, White and Auto. Left and right joystick deflections are used to change between the options.
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PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING Introduction This chapter gives an overview of the R-net programmable parameters that are associated with the Omni. The Omni can be programmed in 3 ways, each is described below. Programming should only be conducted by healthcare professionals with in-depth...
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING To enter OBP using the R-net Dongle: • Turn off the control system. • Connect the Dongle either between any of the system modules or into any spare communications connector. • Turn on the control system. •...
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PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING Port 1 / 2 Port 1 / 2 Port 1 / 2 Port 1 / 2 Proportional Switches User Switch Normally Closed Switch Detect 9-way Detect Switch Long 1.00s Switch Medium 1.00s Switch Debounce 100ms Double Click...
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING Position 3 Select Position 4 Select Position 5 Entry Position 16 Entry Beeps Beeps Beeps Beeps Profile Change* Short Mode Change* Short User Menu Entry* Short Menu Scroll* Short Profile Id#* Axis Id# * Position 1* Position 16* P P P P ort 2...
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PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING 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. SK78813/5...
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING Details of all Omni Programmable Parameters The following sections explain the effect of all the Omni programmable parameters. Global – Sip and Puff 2.1.1 Puff Threshold This sets the threshold point between soft and hard puffs. The programmable range is between the value of Deadband and 100 in steps of 1.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING 2.1.5 Puff Ramp Down This sets the time allowed to ramp down to zero pressure from a hard puff. When a hard puff has finished, there is a period of time when the pneumatic pressure is below the Puff Threshold but still above the value for Deadband.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING 2.1.8 Double Click Two pneumatic operations made within the period set by the parameter Double Click Time, mimic a short operation of the User Switch in Standby. This parameter sets whether a double Soft or a double Hard command are required.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING *Asleep is the Sleep state entered via a long operation of the User Switch or from the User Menu. Profiled 2.4.1 Port This sets which Omni Port is active in a particular Profile. The programmable options are 1 or 2.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING The programmable options are On, Off and Limp. If set to On and the User Switch becomes disconnected, then the Omni will trip. If set to Off and the User Switch becomes disconnected, then the Omni will try to operate normally, even though the User Switch is disconnected.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING A direction change occurs at the instant the User Switch is operated, provided the parameter Double Click has been set to 0. If the User Switch is released and a Forward/Reverse command is entered, then drive will commence in the newly selected direction.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING Omni – Controls 2.7.1 User Control This sets how the SID and/or User Switch are used to select the available Profiles and Modes. There are two programmable options, Sequence and Menu. • If set to Sequence, then operations of the User Switch will move to the next available Profile or Mode.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING There are two programmable options, Drive and Menu. If set to Drive, then a short operation of the User Switch in any non-Drive Mode will return to the Drive Mode. If set to Menu, then a short operation of the User Switch will bring up the User Menu.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING 2.7.6 Auto-repeat This sets whether there is an auto-repeat function on the direction commands for various SIDs. Auto-repeat means that successive commands will be applied if the switch is continuously operated, which is useful when navigating the user menu.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING 2.7.8 Auto Toggle Time This sets the time within which the user has to operate and release a SID command in order to effect a direction change, when either Fwd/Reverse Auto Toggle is set to On or Actuator Axis is set to Left/Right or Right/Left. See the descriptions for these parameters for further details.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING If set to Left/Right, then a left SID command will select the available actuator axes and a right SID command will move the selected axis. The direction of movement is changed via a short operation of the right SID command within the period defined by the parameter, Auto Toggle Time.
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PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING The programmable options are: Blank, each of the standard R-net Modes and each of the Omni Modes – Exit, Speed Adjust, Sleep, Lights and Settings. 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.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING EXIT EXIT > > > > EXIT EXIT It is possible to set items to appear multiple times in the menu. 2.8.2 Position 1 Type to Position 16 Type This sets the “type” of the menu item on the screen. There are three programmable options: Entry, List and Select.
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PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING The effect of List is to list all the available Profiles for the Mode. In this case, all the available Drive Profiles. The first number denotes the actual Profile number, while the text will be as set by the standard R-net parameter, Profile Name. A right SID command will enter the highlighted Profile.
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PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING Assume Position 1 = Seating and Position 1 Type = List, then the menu would appear as below. Seating 1 > Seating 2 > The effect of List is to list all the available Profiles for the Mode. In this case the two Seating Profiles.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING Although it does in these examples, the number does not necessarily reflect the actual Profile number. Instead Seating 1 would actually enter the lowest numbered Profile that had Seating Mode enabled, while Seating 2 would actually enter the next highest numbered Profile.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING 2.9.4 User Menu Scroll This sets the type of beep that occurs when scrolling through the User Menu, Lights Menu and Settings Menu. The programmable options are Off, Short and Long. If set to Off, there will be no beep during scanning. If set to Short, there will be a short beep each time the scanner moves to a new line.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING If User Menu Position beeps are also set to occur, they will be issued prior to the Profile identifier beeps. It is not advisable to program the menu option, ‘profile select’, if the Sequence method is being used with Single Switch Scanner Type SIDs.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING If an “Exit” axis is being used, see section Actuator Selection, this is indicated by a single beep of opposite duration to the beep series. If you are uncertain of the number of each actuator axis, then put the Omni into OBP Mode and select the Seating Mode.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING If set to On right drive will be inhibited. If set to Off right drive will not be inhibited. 2.10.4 Left Inhibit This allows the left directional command of the SID to be inhibited. The programmable options are On and Off.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING Total Distance This is a value held in the Power Module and relates to the total distance driven using that Power Module. Trip Distance This is a value held in the CJSM and relates to the total distance driven since the last reset.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY TANDARD ROGRAMMING 2.11.6 IR Setup IR Set up allows the user access the Omni IR (Infra Red) menus. For full details on how to learn, delete and use the IR functions available please refer to the Chapter 5.
PG D – A RIVES ECHNOLOGY DVANCED ROGRAMMING Introduction Before reading this section, it is recommended that you first read and understand the Standard section. It is recommended that you use an R-net PC Programmer if you are undertaking the programming described in this section. Some of the programming is possible via OBP or by using the HHP, but it is more intuitive and user-friendly to use the PC Programmer Using the Omni in Conjunction with a Standard...
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PG D – A RIVES ECHNOLOGY DVANCED ROGRAMMING Decide which Profiles are to be associated with each Input Device and set the parameter Input Device Type accordingly. Set the parameter Profile Enable to enable only the required Profiles. Ensure the parameter Mode Enable is set to enable the required Modes for both Input Devices.
PG D – A RIVES ECHNOLOGY DVANCED ROGRAMMING Using Omni with Two SIDs Refer to the sections Profiles and Modes Explained, Input Devices Explained and Configuration Explained in the R-net PC Programmer help text or in the R- net Technical Manual Programming chapter. Two SIDs can be connected to the Omni at any time.
PG D – A RIVES ECHNOLOGY DVANCED ROGRAMMING Enable all Modes in the first SID 2 Profile. Set the Profile names. The Omni should now be programmed to suit the user and the SID, as explained in the Standard section. Using the Omni with Two SIDs and in Conjunction with a Standard JSM Refer to the sections Profiles and Modes Explained, Input Devices Explained...
PG D – A RIVES ECHNOLOGY DVANCED ROGRAMMING Set the Input Device type parameter for each of the relevant Profiles. Assign the SID 1 Profiles to Port 1 and the SID 2 Profiles to Port 2. Disable Profile 7, as it is not required. There is no need to disable Profile 8, as it is reserved for use by an Attendant type device.
PG D – A RIVES ECHNOLOGY DVANCED ROGRAMMING User Menu Entry This can be set to issue no beep, a short beep or a long beep upon entry of the User Menu. User Menu Scroll This can be set to issue no beep, a short beep or a long beep when scanning through user menus.
PG D – A RIVES ECHNOLOGY DVANCED ROGRAMMING If User Menu Position beeps are also set to occur, they will be issued prior to the Profile identifier beeps. Axis Identifier # This can be set to issue a number of beeps corresponding to the actuator axis number.
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PG D – A RIVES ECHNOLOGY DVANCED ROGRAMMING If the Omni is setup as: Position 1 = Drive Position 1 Type = List Position 1 = 1beep Position 2 = 2 beeps Then the User Menu would appear as: 1: Profile 1 2: Profile 2 3: Profile 3 Seating...
PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY Introduction The Omni includes an IR transmitter and receiver that allows the Omni to replicate commonly used IR devices, such as remote controls for TV’s, DVD’s, Cable/Satellite or environmental controls such as automatic door openers. Once an Omni with IR Control is connected to a R-net system, then IR Control can be from a conventional Joystick Module (or other Input Device) or from a Specialty Input Device that is connected to the Omni.
PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY User Menu IR Mode is accessed in the normal way of Mode selection, i.e. operation of the R-net system’s Mode button or command. IR Mode will only be available if IR Codes have been stored in the Omni. There are two ways to store IR Codes in the Omni –...
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PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY To navigate the IR Mode, using a joystick as an example of an Input Device: Forward joystick deflections will highlight the Appliance above. Reverse joystick deflections will highlight the Appliance below. Left or Right joystick deflections will enter the highlighted Appliance’s sub-menu, which will contain all the IR Commands for that Appliance Left or Right joystick deflections will then activate the highlighted IR Command.
PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY IR Set Up Accessing the IR Set Up Menu There are two methods of accessing IR set up on the Omni. • Holding the + and – keys on the Omni, launches the Settings menu.
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PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY On entering the IR Set Up menu, the default Appliances will appear. By selecting an Appliance, then its Commands will be shown. If a Command is checked, this means it has a stored IR Code. If there is not a check, then there is no stored IR Code for that Command.
PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY Learning an IR Code • Enter the IR Set Up Menu. • Select an Appliance. E.g. TV. • The Commands for the Appliance will appear on the screen as below. • Select the Command to be learnt. In this example, TV > Channel SK78813/5...
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PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY • Select Learn Code, by using the Right button while the Command is highlighted. • Point the TV remote control at the Omni’s Receiver LED and press the On/Off button twice A check denotes a successful learn operation. A cross denotes an unsuccessful learn operation, please retry.
PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY The first time an IR Code has been learnt, then it is necessary to cycle the power to the Omni. If other IR Codes are already learnt, then this is not necessary. Enabling and Disabling IR Codes IR codes can be enabled or disabled in the IR Set Up menu.
PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY Deleting IR Codes To delete an IR Code for a specific command, highlight the specific command in the appliance menu and press the right button. Then select the Delete code option. To delete all IR Codes for an Appliance select Delete All Codes within that Appliance’s sub-menu.
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PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY To delete all IR Codes stored in the Omni, select Delete All Codes within the IR Set Up menu. If the Delete All Codes command is selected the R-net must be power cycled to actually delete the codes. SK78813/5...
PG Drives Technology electronic Control Systems. Incorrect programming could result in an unsafe setup of a vehicle for a user. PG Drives Technology accepts no liability for any losses of any kind if this condition is not met.
PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY Operation Initiation Upon opening Program the following warning window will appear. It is important that this warning is read and understood before programming commences. Clicking Continue opens the IR Configurator Window. To begin using the IR Configurator one of three things must occur: •...
PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY The Application Window For ease of description the IR Configurator application will be separated into 3 different sections. These are: • Drop Down Menus. • Toolbars. • Programming Area - User Menu and User Menu Set Up. SK78813/5...
PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY Drop Down Menus 7.3.1 File This menu contains standard Windows functions – New, Open, Close, Save, Save As, Print, Print Preview and Print. When opening a new file, this will be the standard PGDT default IR Menu, which is shown in section 9.
PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY 7.3.3 Controller Read from Controller – Reads and displays the IR menu (.RnIR) file from the controller. The file will automatically assume a name corresponding to the serial number of the Power Module. Write to Controller – Writes the contents of the User Menu file to the controller.
PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY 7.3.4 Help Help Topics – This allows you to search for help text on any IR Configurator topic. [Not supported in initial release.] About R-net – This presents information relating to the software version of the IR Configurator. SK78813/5...
PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY Toolbar The toolbar icons are shortcuts to the most regularly used functions within the drop down menus. User Menu This area displays and defines the User Menu structure. Using the utilities Insert Appliance, Insert Command, Delete, Rename, Move Up and Move Down, the menu structure and content can be changed.
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PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY 7.5.1 Insert Appliance. Inserts a new Appliance in the menu or within a sub-menu. The text for the Appliance name is programmable. SK78813/5...
PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY 7.5.2 Insert Command Inserts a new Command in the menu or within a sub-menu. The text for the Command name is programmable. 7.5.3 Delete Deletes the highlighted Appliance or Command from the menu structure. 7.5.4 Rename Allows the highlighted Appliance or Command to be renamed.
PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY 7.5.5 Move Up Moves the highlighted Appliance or Command up within the User Menu structure. Move Up operation can also be achieved through standard windows drag and drop functions. 7.5.6 Move Down Moves the highlighted Appliance or Command down within the User Menu structure.
PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY Configuration Configuration of IR Control Mode PGDT 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.
PG D – IR RIVES ECHNOLOGY PGDT Default Menu DVD1 DVD1 DVD1 DVD1 On/Off On/Off Channel Up Play Channel Down Stop Volume Up Pause Volume Down Fast Fwd Channel Selection Fast Rev DVD Record DVD Record DVD Record DVD Record On/Off Play Stop...
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS Introduction The primary objective of this chapter is to assist service personnel in finding the likely area of a detected trip within the whole wheelchair electrical system. It is important to realize that even though the control system is signaling a trip, it may not be the control system itself that is defective.
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS Diagnostic Screens 2.1 Current Diagnostic Screen When the control system safety circuits have operated and the control system has been prevented from moving the wheelchair a diagnostics screen will be displayed. This indicates a system trip, i.e. the R-net has detected a problem somewhere in the wheelchair’s electrical system.
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS 2.1.4 Example The example screen shown in section 2.1 show the following information Identified Module Power Module Trip. Trip Text Low Battery Trip Code 2C00 This means the battery needs charging or there is a bad connection to the battery.
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS Connections The R-net has various connections that are referred to by the diagnostic text. These connections can be on the Power Module(PM), Joystick Module(JSM), the Intelligent Seating/Lighting Module(ISM) and the Omni. The following diagrams show the connections on these Modules.
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PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS The R-net has 5 Inhibit connections within these 3 Modules, but programming allows for multiple inhibit connections to be added in further PGDT and 3rd party Modules. For details of these inhibit connections refer to the Wheelchair Manufacturers documentation.
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS Diagnostic Text Definitions Once a trip text and module have been established use the following definitions to ascertain the possible cause and required corrective procedure. Trip Text Trip Text Referral point Referral point Trip Text Trip Text Referral point...
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS R Ind Lamp Short Refer to section 3.11 L Ind Lamp Failed Refer to section 3.12 R Ind Lamp Failed Refer to section 3.12 Over-current Refer to section 3.13 Overtemp. (Acts) Refer to section 3.14 Overtemp.
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS Depending on the Wheelchair Manufacturer’s service agreement, joystick may be replaced as a separate part. Otherwise refer to section 5. Low Battery This occurs when the control system detects that the battery voltage has fallen below 16V.
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS Motor Error This occurs when the control system detects that a motor has become disconnected. 3B00 - M1 Motor Error - Refer to section 2.3 for connection details 3C00 - M2 Motor Error - Refer to section 2.3 for connection details •...
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS If the trip is still present after the above has been attempted, then the Omni may be defective. Refer to Section 5. Latched Timeout This occurs when the control system detects that the Latched Timeout programmed time has been exceeded.
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS 3.11 Indicator Lamp Short This occurs when the control system detects a short in either of the Indicator Circuits. Refer to section 2.3 for connection details. 7206 - Left Indicator Short 720A - Right Indicator Short •...
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS 3.14 Overtemp (acts) This occurs when the control system detects that the ISM’s actuator circuitry has become too hot. The control system will cease drive to the actuator motor in question. • Allow the ISM to cool. •...
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS If the trip is still present after the above checks have been made, contact your service agent. 3.17 Memory Error This is a none specific memory error which could be caused by any of the modules within the system.
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS If the trip is still present after the above checks have been made, then the PM may be defective. Refer to Section 5. 3.19 Bad Cable This occurs when the control system detects a fault in the wiring in the communication cables between any of the modules.
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS If the trip is still present after the above checks have been made, then the module identified may be defective. Refer to Section 5. 3.22 System Error This occurs when the system detects a trip that cannot be attributed to a specific module.
Because a disconnected User Switch means there is no emergency stop function, PG Drives Technology recommend that Switch Detect is this option is always set to On. PG Drives Technology will accept no liability for any losses resulting from any other setting of this parameter.
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS If an On-Board Charger is used: • Disconnect the charger from the AC supply. If an Off-Board Charger is used: • Disconnect the charger from the Wheelchair. If the trip is still present after the charger has been disconnected then the Omni may be defective.
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS • Check the rubber gaiter or boot around the base of the joystick shaft for damage. Check visually only, do not handle the gaiter. • Make sure that all components of the control system are securely mounted.
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS Deflect the joystick forwards and continue driving up the slope. Ensure the pick up is smooth and positive. Stop the wheelchair and reverse down the gradient. While on the gradient release the joystick and ensure the wheelchair comes to rest and the brakes are applied without the front wheels lifting of the ground.
PG D – D RIVES ECHNOLOGY IAGNOSTICS Servicing of Defective Units Excluding specific OEM approved replacement parts (for details of these contact the wheelchair manufacturer), there are no serviceable parts in the R- net control system. Consequently, any defective units must be returned to PGDT or a PGDT approved service organization for repair.
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PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY PECIFICATIONS The pins of the 9-way D type connector will have a different function depending on whether the Omni is configured for an analogue or a digital type input device. The mating 9-way D type connector (socket) should always be fitted with gold contacts and a suitable backshell with locking screws.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY PECIFICATIONS Pin 2 - Joystick direction This is the joystick signal which determines the turning component of wheelchair movement. The joystick has a 1.8KΩ resistor in series with the direction output as shown below. All voltage levels apply to the actual joystick output, i.e. no load values.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY PECIFICATIONS Pin 5 – Detect This pin should be linked to 0V inside the input device. This link allows the Omni to detect if the SID is connected. If the link is not fitted, the Omni should be configured to ignore the absence of the link.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY PECIFICATIONS Pins 7 and 9 – 12V 100mA These pins are connected together inside the Omni 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.
PG D – S RIVES ECHNOLOGY PECIFICATIONS High signal > 4.0V Impedance: 10KΩ to 5V Sip and Puff Input This section refers to the pneumatic inlet on the underside of the Omni Module. See the connections diagram in chapter 1 for more details. Approximate pressure levels for full hard sips and puffs are: Full puff 1PSI or 69mbar Full sip...
PG Drives Technology electronic control systems. Incorrect programming could result in an unsafe setup of a vehicle for a user. PG Drives Technology accept no liability for any losses of any kind if the programming of the control system is altered from the factory preset values.
Because a disconnected User Switch means there is no emergency stop function, PG Drives Technology recommend that Switch Detect is always set to On. PG Drives Technology will accept no liability for any losses resulting from any other setting of this parameter. Chapter 1 section 6.2.
Technology accept no liability for losses of any kind if these conditions are not met. Chapter 1 section 6.3. Using the Omni without a User Switch PG Drives Technology accept no liability for losses arising from the non-use of a User Switch. Chapter 1 section 8.7.
PG D – W RIVES ECHNOLOGY ARNING UMMARY Programming - Introduction Programming should only be conducted by healthcare professionals with in-depth knowledge PGDT control systems. Incorrect programming could result in an unsafe set-up of a wheelchair for a user. PGDT accept no liability for losses of any kind if the programming is inappropriate for the SID type or user.
PG Drives Technology recommend that Switch Detect is this option is always set to On. PG Drives Technology will accept no liability for any losses resulting from any other setting of this parameter. Chapter 5 section 3.2.4.
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