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Will Burt LF251TC R 2 Series Operator's Manual

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Accupoint Continuous Rotation
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
LF251TCXXXRX2
MF283TCXTXRX2
HF262TCXDXRX2
The Will-Burt Company (EU) LTD
Unit 5b, Station Approach
Four Marks, Alton, Hants GU34 5HN
www.willburt.com
PM-01015-REV 1, April 2, 2024
© 2024 The Will-Burt Company (EU) LTD

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  • Page 1 Accupoint Continuous Rotation Positioners OPERATOR’S MANUAL LF251TCXXXRX2 MF283TCXTXRX2 HF262TCXDXRX2 The Will-Burt Company (EU) LTD Unit 5b, Station Approach Four Marks, Alton, Hants GU34 5HN www.willburt.com PM-01015-REV 1, April 2, 2024 © 2024 The Will-Burt Company (EU) LTD...
  • Page 3 OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Warranty Will-Burt warrants its Accupoint Positioners to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (3) years, with such time period running from the date of shipment by Will-Burt. Will-Burt shall not be responsible for any damage resulting to or caused by its products by reason of failure to properly install, maintain or store the product;...
  • Page 4 OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE EU Declaration of Conformity According to EN 45014 The directives covered by this Declaration: 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility directive, as amended Name of Manufacturer: Will-Burt United Kingdom Address of Manufacturer: Unit 5b, Station Approach Four Marks Alton Hants GU34 5HN Hereby declares that the following product(s)
  • Page 5 OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE UK Declaration of Conformity According to BS EN 45014 The directives covered by this Declaration: Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016 Name of Manufacturer: The Will-Burt United Kingdom Address of Manufacturer: Unit 5b, Station Approach Four Marks Alton Hants...
  • Page 6 OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Document History Document Numbers Dates Remarks PM-01015-01 April, 2024 Initial Release. PM-01015-1 April 2024...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Table of Contents Section 1 Introduction ..................... 1-1 1.1 Safety Precautions ........................1-1 1.2 How this Manual is Organized ....................1-1 1.3 Additional Documentation ......................1-2 1.4 Definitions of Terms and Symbols ..................... 1-2 1.5 Specifications ..........................1-4 1.6 Major Components ........................
  • Page 8 OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 4.2 Replacement Parts ........................4-1 Section 5 Troubleshooting ....................5-1 5.1 Troubleshooting Guide ....................... 5-1 5.2 Restoring Factory Defaults ......................5-3 5.2.1 CamID ..........................5-3 5.2.2 MonID ..........................5-3 5.2.3 Protocol ..........................5-4 5.2.4 Baud Rate ........................... 5-5 Section 6 Appendix ......................
  • Page 9 OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Table of Tables Table 1-1 Unit Specifications ....................... 1-4 Table 1-2 Default Joystick Controller (P/N: 5098901) Specifications ..........1-4 Table 1-3 Standard Cables ......................... 1-7 Table 1-4 shown below shows the flying lead assignment and Figure 1-6 shows the 90 deg flying lead.
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  • Page 11 OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Safety Summary This section describes safety information for the Accupoint Continuous Rotation Positioners and its default joystick controller. These are recommended precautions that personnel must understand and apply throughout installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Be sure to read and understand the entire manual before performing any procedure outlined in this manual.
  • Page 12 OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Crush Hazard! Do not stand directly beneath the positioner or payload. Be certain payload is properly installed and secured. In locations or areas where the risk of injury occurs, or any part of the assembly may become detached or fall for any reason, a strong safety chain or wire hawser should be attached between the equipment and the mounting surface.

  • Page 13: Section 1 Introduction

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Section 1 Introduction Review this manual in its entirety. Contact the Will-Burt Company with any questions before performing any procedure outlined in this manual. The Accupoint Continuous Rotation units offer a reliable, dependable and rugged Pan & Tilt system that uses a high-quality slip ring that has the capability to transfer power, data and video signals reliably.

  • Page 14: Additional Documentation

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 1.3 Additional Documentation In addition to this manual, the controller ships with the controller manual. Reference this manual for additional information on the function of the controller. 1.4 Definitions of Terms and Symbols Throughout this manual, the following will be used: General Terms: •...

  • Page 15: Figure 1-2 Positioner Directions

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE • “Stowed” refers to a customer-set preset position whereby the positioner moves the payload to a desired pan and tilt position for travel or safe storage. Preset [1] is designated as the “Stowed” position. • “Unstowed” refers to a customer-set preset position whereby the positioner moves the payload to a desired pan and tilt position from the stowed position.

  • Page 16: Specifications

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 1.5 Specifications Table 1-1 lists specifications for Accupoint Continuous Rotation. Table 1-2 lists specifications for the default joystick controller. Table 1-1 Unit Specifications AP CR-8 AP CR-30 AP CR-50 Payload Capacity 8 ft.-lb. (10.85 Nm) 30 ft.-lb. (40.67 50 ft.-lb.

  • Page 17: Major Components

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 1.6 Major Components The major components of the system are: • Positioner • Controller • Power/Data Cable • Power Supply • Step Up Converter (Customer Supplied) • Step Down Converter (Customer Supplied) • Video output converter (Customer Supplied) •...

  • Page 18: Controller

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 1.6.2 Controller A suitable PelcoD PTZ controller can be used to run the product however Will-Burt has a recommended joystick controller that is used throughout Will-Burt positioner products. Recommended joystick controller (P/N: 5098901) (Figure 1-4): • Controls pan and tilt functions •...

  • Page 19: Power/Data Cable

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 1.6.3 Power/Data Cable The standard power/data cable (Figure 1-5) consists of (2) power wires and (1) ground wire (18 AWG), (3) control wires (24 AWG twisted pair) & 75 Ohm Coaxial Cable. The cable assemblies can be shipped either with a straight connector or a 90-degree connector. The other end has loose wires to allow for a Nycoil pull.

  • Page 20: Power Supply

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Table 1-5 Flying Lead Assignment Wire Identification/ Color Assignment Max Current + ve Black - ve Green Ground 1 A (26 AWG) White/ Brown Aux Data 1 A (26 AWG) Brown Aux Data 1 A (26 AWG) White/ Yellow Data B Yellow...

  • Page 21: Video Converter

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Figure 1-8 Barrel Connector 1.6.6 Video Converter To obtain video output from the product a 3GSDI to HDMI converter can be used in conjunction with a screen that has an HDMI input port. 1.7 Quick Overview This section provides a quick overview of the system.
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  • Page 23: Section 2 Installation

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Section 2 Installation This section describes the installation of the system and provides general procedures that must be followed to ensure a successful installation. 2.1 Pre-Installation Check Before installing the system: • Be sure to read and understand the entire installation procedure before beginning installation.

  • Page 24: Installation Tools

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 2.2 Installation Tools Table 2-1 lists tools and materials recommended for installation. Table 2-1 Tools and Materials Recommended for Installation Tools and Materials Safety Glasses Safety Gloves Safety Shoes or Combat Boots Hard Hat or Helmet Wrenches Screwdrivers Wire Cutter / Stripper...

  • Page 25: Mounting The Product

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 2.5 Mounting the Product When installing, the front of the product can be identified as the side of the product opposite of the side egress on the mounting pedestal while the product is in the home position (Figure 2-1).

  • Page 26: Wiring The System

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Figure 2-2 Product Mounting Hole Pattern AP-8 CR & AP-30 CR / AP-50 CR (See Section 6.2 for Enlarged version) 2.6 Wiring the System This section discusses wiring the system assuming the default joystick controller (P/N: 5098901) is being used.

  • Page 27: Figure 2-4 Carefully Pull Out The Removable Plug, Gasket, And Attached Wires

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 3. Carefully pull away the removable plug and gently pull out the attached wires and gasket behind it (Figure 2-4). Plug Connector Gasket Figure 2-4 Carefully Pull Out the Removable Plug, Gasket, and Attached Wires 4. Disconnect the wires from the product. The wires are connected to the product with 2 quick connect and a coaxial connector (Figure 2-5).

  • Page 28: Figure 2-6 Remove The (4) Bolts Securing The Plug Plate

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 5. Remove the (4) bolts securing the plug plate to the bottom of the mounting pedestal (Figure 2-6). Screws Plug Plate Figure 2-6 Remove the (4) Bolts Securing the Plug Plate 6. Remove the plug plate and the gasket behind it (Figure 2-7). Set the gasket and plug plate aside.

  • Page 29: Connecting Power And Controls

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 9. Gently push the wires into the product and secure the gasket and removable plug-in place at the bottom of the mounting pedestal (Figure 2-9). If the gasket is not properly installed, the product will leak and become damaged voiding the warranty. Figure 2-9 Secure the Gasket and Removable Plug to the Bottom Egress 10.

  • Page 30: Figure 2-10 Powered With 12 Vdc

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Powered with 12 VDC: The Accupoint Continuous Rotation unit runs on 24 VDC and power other than 24 VDC must be converted to 24 VDC for the positioner. If the input power supply is 12 VDC, the system will require: •...

  • Page 31: Figure 2-11 Powered With 24 Vdc

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Powered with 24 VDC: The default joystick controller (P/N: 5098901) runs on 12 VDC power. To run 24 VDC systems, this must be stepped down to 12 VDC. If the input power supply is 24 VDC, the system will require: •...

  • Page 32: Figure 2-12 Powered With Vac

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Powered with 120 VAC (50 or 60 Hz) or 240 VAC (50 or 60 Hz): The positioner runs on 24 VDC and power other than 24 VDC must be converted to 24 VDC for the positioner. The default joystick controller (P/N: 5098901) comes with its own power supply for the VAC input which is transformed to 12 VDC.

  • Page 33: Setting Presets And Electronic Limit Stops

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 2.7 Setting Presets and Electronic Limit Stops As part of the installation process, the operator may wish to set preset positions or adjust the electronic limit stops. For information on how to do this, see: • Section 3.3.4 for setting presets •...
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  • Page 35: Section 3 Operation

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Section 3 Operation This section describes the operation of the system. 3.1 Pre-Operation Check Before operating the system: • Be sure to read and understand the entire operation procedure before beginning operation. • Visually inspect the system for damage. If damage is apparent, do not use the system, and have it serviced prior to use.

  • Page 36: Operation Tools

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 3.2 Operation Tools Table 3-1 lists tools and materials recommended for operation Table 3-1 Tools and Materials Recommended for Operation Tools and Materials Safety Glasses Safety Gloves Safety Shoes or Combat Boots Hard Hat or Helmet 3.3 General Controls The information and instructions described in this section are for the default joystick controller (P/N: 5098901) for the system.

  • Page 37: Keyboard

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 3.3.1 Keyboard The controller contains functions and keys which are not used with the unit. Keys (Figure 3-1) which are used for operation include: • [Menu] which is used to access menu functions • [Ent] (enter) which is used to make selections within the menu •...

  • Page 38: Menu Functions

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Panning and Tilting When moving the unit with the joystick, arrows pointing in the direction of the movement will display in the lower right corner of the LCD screen. The greater the lean of the joystick, the faster the movement.

  • Page 39: Presets

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 3.3.4 Presets Preset positions can be stored to a preset number between (1) and (50). The controller comes from the factory with the preset [0] (zero) set to move the unit to the mid-point of both the pan and tilt. In this position the tilt platform will be horizontal and the pan axis will be in the center position.

  • Page 40: Electronic Limit Stops

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 3.3.5 Electronic Limit Stops The unit uses electronic limit stops. The unit does not have mechanical hard stops. The unit comes from the factory with electronic limit stops set to the maximum recommended tilt (+90°/-45°), no limit stops set on Pan axis due to being continuous rotation. The limit stops can be adjusted through the controller.

  • Page 41: Restore Limit Stops With The Keyboard

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 3.3.5.2 Restore Limit Stops with the Keyboard To restore the electronic limit stops to factory settings with the keyboard: 1. Press [Set]. 2. Press [N] where “N” represents the number which corresponds to the preset being restored.

  • Page 42: Wb Positioner Gui

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 3.4.1.2 WB Positioner GUI. Figure 3-3 GUI Layout 2. Press the “Select Com Port 1” drop down menu and select the Com Port the unit/ converter is connected to. 3. Press “UPDATE SETTINGS” for the unit to update all the necessary settings, the GUI will start updating the settings and this process should take approximately 30 seconds.

  • Page 43: Unstowing Accupoint Continuous Rotation

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 3.5 Unstowing Accupoint Continuous Rotation The customer must set preset position [2] before this function can be used. To unstow the unit: 1. Power on the system. 2. Perform the pre-operation check (Section 3.1). 3. Press [2]. 4.
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  • Page 45: Section 4 Maintenance

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Section 4 Maintenance This section describes maintenance of the system. Be sure to read and understanding the entire maintenance procedure before beginning maintenance. 4.1 Routine Maintenance Maintain the unit as follows: • Visually inspect to ensure the unit is kept clean. •...
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  • Page 47: Section 5 Troubleshooting

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Section 5 Troubleshooting This section describes troubleshooting of the system. Do not open the unit. Opening the unit will break the environmental seal and potentially cause improper stop limit settings. This will void the warranty. This troubleshooting guide assumes: •...

  • Page 48: Table 5-2 Troubleshooting The Controller

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Table 5-2 Troubleshooting the Controller Symptoms Possible Cause Remedy Cannot Access the Controller Menu The operator cannot The controller is not Power on the system. access the controller receiving power and the Check wiring of unit. menu.

  • Page 49: Restoring Factory Defaults

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 5.2 Restoring Factory Defaults The system is designed to function using the factory defaults shown in Figure 5-1. This settings will display when the controller is powered on. If these defaults are changed, the system may not function properly. There is no single key or command sequence to reset all factory settings.

  • Page 50: Protocol

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 5.2.3 Protocol When the controller is powered on, the protocol will be displayed. The protocol should be Pelco D. If necessary, reset the protocol to Pelco D. A quick guide to resetting the protocol can be found in Table 5-3. Table 5-3 Resetting the Protocol 1.

  • Page 51: Baud Rate

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 5.2.4 Baud Rate When the controller is powered on, the baud rate will be displayed. The baud rate should be 2400 bps. If necessary, reset the baud rate to 2400. A quick guide to resetting the baud rate can be found in Table 5-4.
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  • Page 53: Supported Pelco D Commands

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE Section 6 Appendix 6.1 Supported Pelco D Commands STANDARD COMMANDS Hex Code Decimal Code Code* STOP (Stop all Movement) FF 01 00 00 00 00 01 255 001 000 000 000 000 001 Pan Right (Max. Speed) FF 01 00 02 3F 00 42 255 001 000 002 063 000 066 Pan Left (Max.

  • Page 54: Drawings

    OINT ONTINUOUS OTATION ANGE 6.2 Drawings PM-01015-1 April 2024...
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