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Summary of Contents for Emcotec Locating Beeper
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Locating Beeper Operating Instructions Version 1.0 Contents 1. What’s a Locating Beeper? ............3 1.1. Summary ................. 5 2. Mounting ..................6 3. Functionality..................7 3.1. Low Voltage Code ..............8 3.2. Model Finder Code (Failsafe) ..........9 4. Specifics of PRO-Version............. 10 4.1. -
Page 3: What's A Locating Beeper
The Solution: The Locating Beeper (model finder) is the solution for finding the model quickly. When the model is lost it generates an ear piercing warning sound which is easily localized and leads directly to the model. The Locating Beeper is simply connected to and supplied by a (free) receiver channel just like a servo. - Page 4 It supplies the electronics with energy for more than 2 hours and automatically recharges as soon as the receiver is turned back Due to its autarky supply the Locating Beeper PRO can also serve as tow rope finder (see chapter 4.3.). Even monitoring the voltage of electronically systems (up to 8.4V) is possible.
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Page 5: Summary
90dB sound pressure • Two SMD loudspeaker for more safety and higher loudness • Simple connection to a (free) receiver channel • Additionally, the Locating Beeper monitors the receiver’s supply and activates a low voltage alarm if necessary Page 5 of 20... -
Page 6: Mounting
(PRO-version) ATTENTION: The Locating Beeper has two loudspeakers which generate a very high sound pressure (high loudness). Under no circumstances hold the Locating Beeper during operation close to or into the ear! This can lead to permanent damage of the sense of hearing. -
Page 7: Functionality
A defined servo position, e.g. by a switching channel of the transmitter (servo position < -100%) • The defined servo position of a servo which is connected in parallel to the Locating Beeper (e.g. choke servo or tow release) • Failsafe setting of the servo position (e.g. turning the transmitter off) •... -
Page 8: Low Voltage Code
If low voltage is detected, a corresponding signal occurs. If there is no servo signal detected by the Locating Beeper after the set is turned on for 5 seconds, it is assumed that it should not monitor a servo signal but rather only the receiver supply. -
Page 9: Model Finder Code (Failsafe)
(e.g. for tow release- or choke servo). An actual S.O.S. error output is interrupted as soon as the servo signal returns to valid values! Hint: The Locating Beeper does not evaluate servo signals for the first 5 seconds after turning the receiver on. Page 9 of 20... -
Page 10: Specifics Of Pro-Version
Operating Instructions Version 1.0 4. Specifics of PRO-Version The PRO-version of the Locating Beeper behaves just like the normal version as far as the low voltage alarm is concerned. Model finder alarm (S.O.S. alarm signal) which results from an erroneous servo signal is still output by the PRO-version if the receiver supply is interrupted or missing. -
Page 11: Deactivating The Alarm Function
Because the receiver’s voltage drops and the servo signal starts missing also when purposely turning the receiver off, the Locating Beeper would recognize this as an error and starting outputting the alarm codes. This is not desired in this case! - Page 12 Locating Beeper Operating Instructions Version 1.0 Deactivating the alarm function: • Switch to fail position (servo signal < -100%) • Count to “twenty-one” theoretically • Switch to normal position (servo signal > -100%) • Count to “twenty-two” theoretically • Switch to fail position (servo signal < -100%) •...
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Page 13: Deactivating The Alarm Signals
Version 1.0 4.2. Deactivating the Alarm Signals The user can stop the output of an alarm signal if the Locating Beeper PRO runs autarky (i.e. supplied by its internal battery). The alarm output beeps for more than 2 hours if not stopped until the internal battery is empty. -
Page 14: Tow Rope Finder
Remove the plastic housing at the fuselage side of the cable (see photo) so the plug of the Locating Beeper can easily slide out of the socket of the Locating Beeper. - Page 15 Operating Instructions Version 1.0 After the tow rope releases, the plug of the Locating Beeper slides out of its socket; the Locating Beeper sounds the S.O.S. alarm signal. If the rope falls into a field it is easily localized due to the alarm signal of the Locating Beeper.
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Page 16: Specifics For Empty Battery
Locating Beeper PRO is totally discharged. This is recognized by a strange clicking noise with different beeps of the Locating Beeper after turning it on. This can last up to 20 seconds. Then normal operation starts. Page 16 of 20... -
Page 17: Technical Data
Locating Beeper Operating Instructions Version 1.0 5. Technical Data Locating Beeper Operating Voltage Range 2.5 … 8.4V Quiescent current (when off) Approx. 1.5mA Current Consumption Buzzer Approx. 160mA Active Low Voltage Recognition Starting < 4.8V Buzzer Loudness Approx. 90dBA Buzzer Frequency Approx. -
Page 18: Safety Instructions
The Locating Beeper may not be taken apart or technically altered under any circumstances. Never use the Locating Beeper for purposes other than for RC model building as a hobby. Above all, their use in passenger- carrying equipment is strictly prohibited. -
Page 19: Warranty
There shall be no assumption of liability for consequential damages that are brought about by a proven defect during operation of the Locating Beeper. There shall be no extended claims for damages. - Page 20 Copyright information: This manual is copyrighted by EMCOTEC GmbH. All rights reserved. This document may not be copied either entirely or in part, nor may it be transferred to any type of medium or translated into any other language without the express written approval of EMCOTEC GmbH.
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