Cervis SmaRT MCB User Manual

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Mini Console Box Remote
MCB User Manual
U092.3.0
Ó2023 Cervis, Inc.

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  • Page 1 Mini Console Box Remote MCB User Manual U092.3.0 Ó2023 Cervis, Inc.
  • Page 2 SmaRT MCB This document is the property of Cervis, Inc. and cannot be copied, modified, e-mailed, or reproduced without the express prior written consent of Cervis, Inc. Cervis, Inc. reserves the right to change this manual or edit, delete, or modify any information without prior notification.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents ......................... i List of Figures ..........................i List of Tables ..........................i Cervis, Inc. Safety Precautions ....................iii 1.0 Introduction .......................... 1 2.0 Mini Console Box Layout ....................3 2.1 Standard Joysticks, Toggle Switches, and Pushbuttons ..........3 2.2 LEDs ..........................
  • Page 4 SmaRT MCB Table 4. MCB Model Specific Features ..................18 Table 5. MCB Specifications ...................... 19 U092.2.1...
  • Page 5: Cervis, Inc. Safety Precautions

    User Manual Cervis, Inc. Safety Precautions ü Read and follow all instructions. ü Failure to abide by Safety Precautions may result in equipment failure, loss of authority to operate the equipment, and personal injury. ü Use and maintain proper wiring. Follow equipment manufacturer instructions.
  • Page 7: Introduction

    The standard MCB switch and joystick options include those illustrated with the example in Figure 1. Note: Documents included with the SmaRT system when it is sent to you include an MCB’s specific operational details. Magnet Battery Compartment (cover removed) Power Button Magnet Figure 1. MCB-xH04JS Mini Console Box Example Ó2023 Cervis, Inc.
  • Page 8 The MCB can have up to five toggle switches with the possibility of six toggle switches at the expense of a joystick position. As previously mentioned, Cervis, Inc. also offers the choice of a CAN communication connector for use with an umbilical cable for backup control.
  • Page 9: Mini Console Box Layout

    Basic Actions Flashes when transmitting LED 1 Transmit LED messages LED 2 Receive LED Flashes when receiving messages LED 3 Error LED Active when errors detected Periodic flashes – Low battery LED 4 Battery Indication LED warning Ó2023 Cervis, Inc.
  • Page 10 SmaRT MCB Table 3. Mini Console Box Advanced LED Diagnostics LEDs Indication Diagnostic TX Solid Transmitting, command active. TX/RX Flashing Transmitting to and receiving from the mounted receiver. TX/ERR ↔ RX/BAT M-Stop Check: Cycle M-Stop, Blinks back-and-forth. TX/RX ↔ ERR/BAT Stuck switch: Check switches/proportional not neutral.
  • Page 11 User Manual LEDs Indication Diagnostic ERR/BAT Shutting Off: Joystick/Lever command reached out-of- bounds. Condition unsafe, operation turning off. Ó2023 Cervis, Inc.
  • Page 12: Optional Mini Console Box Umbilical Connection

    SmaRT MCB 2.3 Optional Mini Console Box Umbilical Connection A CAN communications umbilical connection is an available option that can be used for backup control of base unit(s). The MCB radio frequency (RF) shuts off when an umbilical is connected to the MCB.
  • Page 13: Attaching The Harness To The Mcb

    Connect the two parts of the rip cord together, and press down to secure the connection. 2.4.2 Attaching the Harness to the MCB Both ends of the high-visibility orange straps feature a pair of heavy-duty metal button snaps at the ends. Ó2023 Cervis, Inc.
  • Page 14 SmaRT MCB To attach the harness to your MCB-9XL, locate the two T-shaped harness clips on the front of your MCB. Thread the high visibility orange straps through the harness mounts—snap side up—past the first two (female) snaps. U092.2.1...
  • Page 15 User Manual Fold the strap over onto itself, and fasten the female snaps to their male counterparts. ü Note: You’ll know the snaps are secured when you hear a clicking sound. Ó2023 Cervis, Inc.
  • Page 16 SmaRT MCB When you have the harness securely together, hang it around your neck—or drape it over your shoulder—and begin operating your MCB. U092.2.1...
  • Page 17: Mini Control Box Battery

    3.0 Mini Control Box Battery 3.1 Battery Installation and Replacement Four size “AA” cell batteries power the SmaRT MCB. When installing batteries, observe proper polarity as marked on the inside of the compartment to avoid damaging the unit. To replace or install batteries in the MCB: 1.
  • Page 18: Mcb On/Off

    STOP (Standard, but the pushbutton can be custom configured by request at Cervis) Figure 4. Turn MCB On and Off Cervis, Inc. Engineering can custom configure the MCB inactivity timer. Ten minutes is the standard setting for an MCB. U092.2.1...
  • Page 19: Mcb Associate Mode

    “Associate” Mode establishes the communications link between the MCB remote and base unit. (SmaRT systems are Associated before leaving Cervis, Inc.) To associate, have a clear line of sight between the MCB and the base, and both units must be OFF (powered down).
  • Page 20 SmaRT MCB 5. Power-up the base unit. 6. When all LEDs illuminate, release switch S1 and the green pushbutton. Association is successful when the TX and RX LEDs blink rapidly while the Battery and Error LEDs are unlit. U092.2.1...
  • Page 21: Mcb Joystick Adjustments

    Push and hold for approximately Push and hold S1 five seconds until LEDs flash Figure 6. Enter Adjust Mode Caution! Be aware of joystick activation during this process. Base Unit outputs may be active or activated during the adjustment process. Ó2023 Cervis, Inc.
  • Page 22: Minimum Adjustment

    SmaRT MCB 6.1.1 Minimum Adjustment LED 8 on the standard base unit lights solid (see right), indicating lever or joystick select mode (minimum). 1. To select the minimum activation of the lever or joystick to be adjusted, move the desired switch beyond 50% deflection and release it back to neutral. LED 8 on the standard base unit flashes, indicating Adjust Mode (min).
  • Page 23 User Manual • Releasing the joystick and waiting approximately ten seconds for the handheld to timeout, when in select modes only. • Pressing the MCB STOP button. • Pressing the green horn/start pushbutton for about 3–4 seconds. Ó2023 Cervis, Inc.
  • Page 24: Mcb Product Family Listing

    100 mW 4-Dual Axis MCB-2H02JS-UMB-2 2.4 GHz 100 mW 4-Dual Axis MCB-2H02JS-DIS 2.4 GHz 100 mW 4-Dual Axis MCB-2H02JS-DIS-UMB 2.4 GHz 100 mW 4-Dual Axis Custom Configurations by Request Call Cervis, Inc. at (724) 741-9000 and ask for Inside Sales. U092.2.1...
  • Page 25: Mini Console Box Specifications

    Indicates error with handheld remote BATT Low battery indication Control Toggles Two- or three-position momentary or maintained Switches Joysticks Up to 6 single- or dual-axis (depending on configuration) M-Stop Professional Machine Stop Power Green pushbutton Umbilical See Section 2.3 Connector Ó2023 Cervis, Inc.
  • Page 26: Appendix A: Exposure To Radio Frequency Energy

    SmaRT MCB Appendix A: Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy SmaRT mini console box remote units contain radio transceivers. When active, an MCB remote sends out radio frequency (RF) energy through its internal antenna. The SmaRT handheld remote complies with limits set by the United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for operating distance from human tissue.
  • Page 27: Appendix C: Declaration Of Conformity For Mcb-2H0Xjs

    User Manual Appendix C: Declaration of Conformity for MCB-2H0xJS Figure 8. Declaration of Conformity for MCB-2H0xJS Ó2023 Cervis, Inc.
  • Page 28 SmaRT MCB U092.2.1...

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