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Centurion Vector2 User Manual

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  • Page 1 VECTOR2 User Guide LINEAR SWING GATE OPERATORS...
  • Page 2 Centurion Systems (Pty) Ltd. reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice and without obligation of Centurion Systems (Pty) Ltd. to notify any persons of any such revisions or changes. Additionally, Centurion Systems (Pty) Ltd. makes no representations or warranties with respect to this document.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY FEATURES Introduction VECTOR2 overview VECTOR2 parts identification VECTOR2 manual override 2.1. Disengaging the operator Features and functions Introduction 3.1. Gate operation 3.1.1. Full gate opening 3.1.2. Modes of Operation 3.1.2.1. Standard Mode 3.1.2.2. Reverse Mode 3.1.2.3. Condominium Mode 3.1.3.
  • Page 4 3.7.2. Courtesy (Pillar) Lights act as Warning Light 3.7.3. Pre-open and pre-close delays 3.8. Onboard multichannel receiver 3.9. Battery Low Protection Additional features 4.1. Solar power supply 4.2. Lightning Protection 4.3. Leaf Delay Basic maintenance Diagnostics Troubleshooting Guide Specifications 24 Month product warranty Optional extras Icons used in this user guide This icon indicates tips and...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT Safety instructions ATTENTION To ensure the safety of people, it is important that you read all the following instructions. Incorrect installation or incorrect use of the product could cause serious harm to people and/or property. The installer, being either professional or DIY, is the last person on the site who can ensure that the operator is safely installed, and that the whole system can be operated safely.
  • Page 6 24. Centurion Systems does not accept any liability caused by improper use of the product, installation that does not conform to instructions as detailed in the installation documentation, or for any use of the operator other than that for which it was designed for.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    CENTURION product’s many features and functions. By the time you have finished reading this guide you will have learnt how to make the most out of your VECTOR2. Even basic maintenance is covered but, in the unlikely event that your CENTURION product malfunctions, rather...

  • Page 8: Vector2 Parts Identification

    Identification 1. VECTOR2 identification parts Refer to the drawings below, for how to identify your VECTOR2 operator and its parts. 1. 12V 7.2Ah battery 2. Interface board with an anti- tamper switch 3. Controller with onboard receiver 4. Origin marker...

  • Page 9: Vector2 Manual Override

    Most gate operators have a means of manually operating the gate in the event of a total malfunction of the equipment. The VECTOR2 can be manually released, by turning a removable key through 180° in the camlock mounted on the main housing of the VECTOR2 operator.

  • Page 10: Features And Functions

    The VECTOR2 linear arm operator is controlled with the VECTOR2 controller (PCA10501Vx). The controller synchronizes the functions of the gate operator. The VECTOR2 controller is particularly user-friendly as it is fitted with a Features LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) that provides useful information on the status of the system.

  • Page 11: Modes Of Operation

    3.1.2. Modes of Operation To operate the gate to open fully, the VECTOR2 has a number of operating modes to choose from depending on the application. Only one mode can be selected at any given time. Standard Mode (with selectable Autoclose feature) ...
  • Page 12 If you select Condominium Mode, your gate will open when pressing the button of the remote control or the gate/door release pushbutton on the intercom – but pressing the button again while the gate is opening will be ignored. It will not cause the gate to stop or to reverse.

  • Page 13: Autoclose Mode

    3.1.3. Automatic closing (Autoclose Mode) The VECTOR2 sliding gate operators have the facility to automatically close the gate after it has opened. When enabling this feature, the time that the gate stays open is by default 15 seconds (this time is adjustable between one and 255 seconds).

  • Page 14: Autoclose Advanced Options

    3.1.3.2. Autoclose advanced options  You can also independently set Autoclose to function when the gate is partly open, fully open or partly closed. For example, disable Autoclose when the gate is partly closed to allow construction workers, gardeners, etc. access to your property (although this comes with security risks).

  • Page 15: Free-Exit Opening

    (adjustable) Autoclose delay will only commence once the beam has been cleared. For safety reasons it is recommended that all pedestrian keyswitches and keypads are installed on the opposite end of the gate to where the operator is installed Features It is possible to adjust the delay before the gate opens in one second increments from zero to 65 seconds (one minute and functions...

  • Page 16: Pirac Mode (Beam Autoclose Mode) - Optional

    (or any object) moves through it, so this option is typically less secure. Please contact CENTURION for more information on whether a ground loop or infrared beam is better suited to your needs.

  • Page 17: Pirac Override

    PIRAC Mode overridden. Your gate will stay open until you use the remote control or intercom gate release to close the gate. The VECTOR2 will then revert to normal PIRAC operation. 3.1.7. Holiday Lockout Mode This feature completely immobilises the operator and deactivates all inputs so nobody can get into your property while you are away.

  • Page 18: Emergency Stop

     3.1.7.1. Emergency Stop The Holiday Lockout function can also be used as an Emergency Stop function. Mount an emergency stop pushbutton in a weatherproof Features housing near the gate and you can bring your gate to an functions immediate stop with just one press.

  • Page 19: Operator Run Profiles

    3.2. Gate Lock The VECTOR2 controller provides a 12V supply to drive either an electric solenoid or magnetic lock. Both the lock pre-release time (time before the gate starts to move) and the release time (time while the gate is moving) can be adjusted in addition to being able to specify whether the gate is locked in either the open or closed position or both.

  • Page 20: Anti-Crushing Sensitivity

    3.3. Anti-crushing Sensitivity The VECTOR2 incorporates, a sensitive electronic anti- crushing technology that Features activates if a person or vehicle obstructs your gate. functions If the anti-crushing circuitry is invoked during the opening cycle, then the controller will Obstructed gate stops, stop the gate.

  • Page 21: Collision Count

    (large metal objects) and provide no protection to people or other objects in the path of the gate. Please contact CENTURION for more information on suitable protection devices. 3.4.2. Opening Safety Beams ...

  • Page 22: Intruder Detection Alarms (A World First)

     Status LED output  Auxiliary IO (which can be used to connect to a third party alarm and security company, or a CENTURION G-SWITCH-22 device to alert you of the alarm via SMS) It is typical to select only one of the alarm features.

  • Page 23: External Gate Status Indication

    3.6. External Gate Status Indication A LED (Light Emitting Diode) mounted on your intercom allows you to view the position of your gate and the condition of the battery and power supply Features from the safety of your home. functions The different signals of the LED are described below: FIGURE 22...

  • Page 24: Courtesy (Pillar) Light Control

     The Courtesy (Pillar) Lights can be switched on from inside your home or office by connecting a pushbutton to the VECTOR2 controller. For your safety this pushbutton switches only low-voltage signals. Press and release the button for the lights to switch on for the defined Features period then switch off automatically.

  • Page 25: Onboard Multichannel Receiver

    CENTURION rolling code receivers. However it’s also important to note that other devices cannot be activated with the new shift button, only the VECTOR2 (and other CENTURION operators that are equipped with an onboard receiver) are able to recognise the shift button signals.

  • Page 26: Battery Low Protection

    At any stage remote controls can be selectively added, deleted or edited within the system. Contact your gate automation specialist or CENTURION for assistance. 3.9. Battery Low Protection The controller has circuitry that monitors the state of the battery. During a power-failure, energy is drawn from the battery, but is not replaced.

  • Page 27: Additional Features

    With others a lock is fitted to one of the leaves in addition to the ‘lip’. The VECTOR2 controller has the ability to set a leaf delay so that the one leaf opens before the other in order to prevent the two leaves obstructing with each other due to the ‘lip’...

  • Page 28: Basic Maintenance

     If padlocks (optional extra) are fitted to the pins securing the VECTOR2 to the gate and wall-brackets, then check that these padlocks can be opened  Lubricate padlocks as required, particularly during the rainy seasons ...
  • Page 29 Check the ‘Mains Present’ icon on the main diagnostic screen or switch to the battery charger diagnostic screen and check the charger voltage – right-hand value. This should indicate, 13.6V DC to13.8V DC, at charge rate under full load of +/-1Amp. Each charger has a red light (LED) to indicate mains supply.

  • Page 30: Diagnostics

    Safety beam failure – if the safety beams are not operating the buzzer will emit five beeps periodically for 30 seconds (beam test circuit must be enabled) Contact your gate automation specialist or CENTURION for further assistance. Diagnostics WARNING! Do not attempt to repair the unit yourself.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting Guide

    For each symptom listed, the probable cause and action to be taken is given. Terminals and LEDs referred to in the fault-finders table usually refer to those found on the VECTOR2 controller in the enclosure that is usually mounted on the gate pillar closest to the Master VECTOR2 operator.
  • Page 32 Check that the mains supply to the system is connected and switched on. The red gate status LED either on the VECTOR2 controller, or inside the house, will flash twice every two seconds if the mains supply is not present and the LCD display will indicate ‘No Mains’...
  • Page 33 It will make a is no reaction from distinctive ‘click’ sound any of the relays when energised. Then on the VECTOR2 check that the lock is not controller either. (If the remote being mechanically held transmitter is...
  • Page 34  Consult your installer if there is a problem  Disconnect the VECTOR2 from the gate by remov- ing the pin from the gate bracket. Check that the operator runs correctly when not loaded by the Trouble- gate.
  • Page 35 Cause Action Symptom  Make sure that the origin clamp has not shifted position on the piston. Consult your installer should this be suspected Gate opens on its  Permanent input on  Check that the RED LED's own. one of the trigger adjacent each trigger lines to the controller input on the controller...

  • Page 36: Specifications

    Double kit Specifications 14kg Can operate off a solar supply, consult Centurion Systems for assistance Can increase battery capacity for longer standby times Based on 25°C ambient temperature and unit not in direct sunlight Based on an operator push force of less than 50% of rated Based on double kit excluding infrared safety beams Assumes a 90°...

  • Page 37: Month Product Warranty

    The warranty will cover the repair or replacement, at the discretion of Centurion Systems, of such faulty materials or parts free of charge provided that the equipment is returned to our workshop. The workmanship of the installation of the products carried out by any third party is specifically not covered under this warranty (please consult with your installer about their workmanship warranty terms and conditions).

  • Page 38: Optional Extras

    10. Optional extras i5 Infrared Safety Beams Always recommended on any gate automation installation. SMARTGUARD keypad Cost-effective and versatile i5 Infrared keypad, allowing for access to safety beams pedestrians, armed response companies, etc. SOLO/Lattice Proximity Access Control System Proximity reader, allowing for access to both pedestrians and vehicles, while offering a higher level of security than a keypad.
  • Page 40 Sharecall 0860-CENTURION (0860 236 887) Head Office: +27 11 699 2400 Sharecall Technical Support 0861 003 123 or +27 11 699 2481 from 07h00 to 18h00 (GMT+2) (Sharecall numbers applicable when dialed from within South Africa only) 0.07.A.0055_23072013 www.centsys.com...

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