PROTECT PMXM01 Twinning Card for Matrix Installation Guide
- June 13, 2024
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PMXM01
Twinning card for Matrix
Installation manual
PMXM01 Twinning Card for Matrix
Introduction
The Twinning function is used to synchronize twin gates:
therefore there will be a Master gate and a Slave gate.
However it is possible to command each gate individually (to allow pedestrian
opening for example).
The synchronization expects the gates to work at the same speed and same slow
down, no matters if gates have different length.
Speed will adjust automatically during cruise.
However it is also possible to program the two Matrix systems
independently, every one with its own working times.
In order to synchronize the two systems and activate the TWINNING
function, it is necessary to plug the TWINNING cad on each system.
In this way both motors will be able to exchange mutual communication.
Both cards shall be wired together using a shielded bipolar cable, while each
Matrix shall be set up, through parameter H.6. one as MASTER and the
other as SLAVE.
Master and slave
The Master system is the main one: any safety device, start wired contact, and
remote control shall be connected here. It starts any duty cycle. The Slave
system is free of any safety device, start wired contact and remote control,
but it can stop the Master gate when encountering an obstacle. In this case
both motors will reverse.
The Slave system starts just when the Master system starts and stops when the
Master system stops. If the Master gate has completed the duty cycle and the
Slave not yet, the Slave will be allowed to complete it anyhow.
Under these conditions, the following two scenarios may be set up (the Master
gate commands)
- Full opening: Master and Slave start opening together and stop when opening is completed; if automatic closing is set, both Master and Slave will start closing together.
- Pedestrian/partial opening: the Master will activate the pedestrian partial opening while the Slave will remain still.
If automatic closing has been set, the Master will close.
The Slave can open and close independently (step-by-step mode), remaining
the Master still. The automatic closing even if set up, will remain OFF.
In any moment the MASTER may command over the SLAVE.
The Master works even when the Slave is OFF or temporarily
disconnected. It is important to choose which motor will be MASTER and which
will be SLAVE since they behave in a different way.
Wiring diagram
Above a TWINNING card top view showing wirings (a shielded or RG58 cable
is required). A small section cable will be sufficient, since it is used just
for signal transfer.
The TWINNING card has to be plugged in the proper seat included in the
control unit: the according wire can come out from terminals block, INTERFACE
CARD or antenna slot, or it is possible to drill a hole on the plastic
housing.
Here below some possible suggestions about where the card wire may come out:
After outlining the wiring plan, proceed to remove the plastic cover: pull out
the antenna connector, loose the 2 screws and open the housing.
If you decided to drill a hole to let the wires pass through, do it at this
stage.
Wire the signal and core of the shielded cable to the TWINNING card terminals,
and then plug the card in the slot.
Matrix is available in different models, but the card location is the
same and has just one plug orientation that prevents incorrect insertion.
Programming
Standard programming must be performed for each motor; since no safety devices
will be wired to the Slave system, it is necessary to set parameter P.2 to 0
(for SLAVE only ).
Remember, being mirror gates, motors will open to opposite direction.
When programming is completed check the good operation of both systems, using
key “+” on board to give a START command.
Do not forget that at this stage both motors work individually.
Now proceed to connect the two motors, activating the TWINNING function,
through parameter H.6. as follows:
- MASTER = set parameter H.6 to 1
- SLAVE = set parameter H.6 to 2 (or 3). Normally we suggest to set to 2, in order to synchronize both gates (they open and close together at the same time).
- Option 3, may be rarely used: if gates are of different length, they will open and close with different opening and closing times.
Now the Slave programming is completed.
The Master programming is not completed and it can follow on connecting wired
start commands, remote control storage, adjustment of working times and so on.
In any moment it is possible to deactivate the Twinning function if necessary
(when maintenance service is required or the installation has to be
inspected).
If parameter H.6 is set to 0 , the system will be separated from the
other one even if still wired together.
Be careful, Slave has no safety devices nor start commands wired: it can be
commanded just using keys on board and the gate area will not be protected
during operation.
Additional tips
Function “Dead Man”
This setting cannot be used, neither on the Master nor on the Slave system.
Photocells, Safety edges and STOP emergency button
As previously mentioned, any safety device shall be wired to the Master.
However it is possible (but not recommended) to wire safety devices to the
Slave too. In this case, if Slave stops, Master will as well, showing a fault
message on the control unit’s display.
There is an exception for safety edges and stop emergency buttons: it would be
recommended to wire them to the gate they serve.
In this case a permanent safe operation shall be granted even if the
communication between Master and Slave for some reason cuts.
Flashing light
It is possible to fit just one single flashing light in this kind of
installation and it has to be fitted to the Master system.
However it is possible to wire more than one if connected in parallel.
If Slave is set up to be activated on its own, or if gates have different
working times, it would be wise to fit 1 flashing light to each gate.
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