Description; General Description - Magicfx SFX SAFETY ARM CONTROLLER MFX3220 User And Installation Manual

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DESCRIPTION

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The ARM CONTROLLER is the control unit of the ARM SYSTEM. The ARM SYSTEM is a
manually operated safety system for ARM compatible SFX machines manufactured
by MAGIC FX. The ARM SYSTEM consists of an independent safety circuit that connects
the SFX machine(s) to the ARM CONTROLLER. The ARM CONTROLLER is equipped with
a key switch to arm/disarm the SFX machines, an emergency stop button, and a
reset button. The ARM SYSTEM is wired with EtherCON cables that carry the safety
signal from the ARM CONTROLLER.
NOTICE
ARM/DISARM FUNCTION
When the key switch on the ARM CONTROLLER is in the OFF position, the system is
'disarmed': The high-risk output of the SFX machines is disabled.
When the key switch is in the ON position and all safety conditions are met, the
system is 'armed': The SFX machines can be operated normally with the use of the
connected control device, for example with a DMX controller.
EMERGENCY STOP FUNCTION
When an emergency occurs with one or more of the SFX machines, an operator will
press the emergency stop button. This will disable the parts in each connected SFX
machine that produce the high-risk SFX output. As a result any related hazard/or
property damage is stopped and prevented.
After actuation, the emergency stop button remains latched and actuated. To be
able to return to the 'armed' state and normal SFX operation, the operator must
manually unlatch the emergency stop button and perform a reset of the ARM SYSTEM.
INDEPENDENT OPERATION
The ARM SYSTEM is complementary to any other safeguards on the connected SFX
equipment and does not replace the control for normal operation of the SFX
machines, such as DMX or pyro. The ARM SYSTEM operates independently from the
data and power supply to the SFX machines. As a result, all internal systems except
for the ones that are responsible for the high-risk effect, remain powered in an
emergency stop situation. The control data (RDM) in the SFX machines is not lost, and
the machines keep performing their normal operating tasks and checks.
SYSTEM EXTENSIONS
The ARM SYSTEM can be extended with additional control and signaling devices,
such as an external emergency stop device called the E-STOP .
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For more information about the ARM SYSTEM and to learn how to
configure a complete safety system, refer to the ARM SYSTEM
Configuration Manual.