ICI 342 Series Radio Control System User Manual

June 15, 2024
ICI

ICI 342 Series Radio Control System

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  • Warning
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  • Caution
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WARRANTY

INMOTION Controls, Inc. guarantees that this product meets its published specifications at the time of shipment from the factory. Under proper installation, it should work as expected. However, INMOTION Controls, Inc. does not guarantee that the operation of the 342 Series Radio Control System is error-free or without interruption.
This equipment is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of shipment. During the warranty period, INMOTION Controls, Inc. is responsible for necessary repairs, as long as the product can be proved to be defective.
For warranty service or repair, this product must be returned to our factory. The customer is responsible for shipping charges to INMOTION Controls, Inc., while INMOTION Controls, Inc. will pay return shipping charges.
This warranty does NOT include consumable parts, such as joystick, batteries, fuses, buttons, and relays or damage from normal wear and tear. Furthermore, this warranty does NOT cover defects caused by misuse, neglect, accident, failure to follow instructions, improper installation, improper or insufficient maintenance, unauthorized modification, unsuitable operating environment, improper operation, ignorance of environmental specifications, improper software/interfacing, fire, or acts of God

  • No other warranty is expressed or implied, except for the above mentioned
  • The remedies provided herein are the buyer’s sole and exclusive remedies.
  • INMOTION Controls, Inc. shall not be liable for any direct/indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages.

Important Information Before You Start

  1. Read this manual carefully before operating and installing.
  2. Due to the complex nature of the equipment, it is necessary to read the entire manual before installation.
  3. Never allow any unauthorized personnel to dismantle equipment as this may cause damage to the equipment.
  4. The equipment has been stringently tested for quality assurance before delivery from the factory. However, it must not be used in extremely dangerous situations, or where damage may result.
  5. After the operation, switch off the crane main power as well as the receiver unit and remove the rotary key from the transmitter unit.
  6. Keep the transmitter in a safe place when not in use to avoid any unintentional operation.
  7. The crane should be equipped with a main power relay, limit switches, and other required safety devices.
  8. Do not use this device during an electrical storm or where there are conditions of high electrical interference/
  9. Always check the transmitter battery and receiver input power condition before operation.
  10. The installation and maintenance service is allowed only when the crane and receiver power are off to avoid electric shock.
  11. The contents of the manual may be amended by the manufacturer without notice.
  12. The specification and function is subject to change without notice by the manufacturer.

Precautions

  1. Press the EMO (Emergency Off) button and switch off the main power of the crane and receiver after the operation. Then remove the transmitter rotary key and keep in a safe place.
  2. The following situations may cause a receiver response delay. You should stop operation immediately if these situations occur.
  3. If you go beyond the operating range.
  4. During severe radio interference.
  5. Remove transmitter batteries when not used for a long period.
  6. To extend product life, please follow the standard operating procedure and maintain the system regularly.
  7. Check the EMO button and other system main functions before operation.
  8. Press the EMO button during system failure or any abnormal conditions that occur.
  9. The operator must be familiar with emergency procedures before operating the system.

Emergency Procedures

In case of emergency, please follow the procedure below:

  1. Press the EMO button and stop the operation.
  2. Switch the rotary key to the “OFF” position and remove it from the transmitter unit.
  3. Switch off the crane’s main power.
  4. Contact an authorized distributor for further assistance.

Specification

General Specification

  • ID Code…. Over 1 Million Sets
  • Channel Space…… 25 KHz
  • Hamming Distance……. > 4
  • Structure………. Enhanced Glass-Fiber
  • Operating Environment…… -40°F ~ +185°F
  • Operating Distance…. Up to 300 Feet

Transmitter

  • Power. (4) AA Alkaline Batteries
  • Emission Power……. <10mW
  • Dimensions… 6.42” x 1.93” x 1.77”
  • Weight…… 0.463 lbs.

Receiver

  • Power…….. 24/48/110/220VAC (±20%)
  • Dimensions… 6.57” x 6.06” x 3.46”
  • Weight………. 4.63 lbs.

Transmitter Overview

Inmotion Series 342 Transmitter Overview

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  1. EMS Button
  2. En Indicator
  3. Function Button
  4. START /Alarm Button
  5. Rotary Key
  6. Battery Cover

Receiver Overview

Inmotion Series 342 Receiver Overview

  1. Alarm (Horn)
  2. Power-On Indicator
  3. Receiver Wiring Diagram
  4. Antenna
  5. Cable

General Operation

Getting Started

  1. Install 4 new AA-size batteries in the battery compartment (make sure batteries are correctly installed according to “Positive” & “Negative”) and close the battery cover firmly.
  2. Insert rotary key into transmitter unit and switch to “ON” position.
  3. Press the START button to power on the system. Note: A Red LED indicator will flash if this procedure is not followed accordingly.
  4.  Press the function button for operation.

Follow the procedure below when finished with the operation.

  1. Press the EMO button.
  2. Switch the rotary key to the “OFF” position.
  3. Remove the rotary key and keep it in a safe place.
  4. Remove batteries if not to be used for a long period.

Transmitter LED Indicator

Green (Full Power) Operate as usual.
Yellow (Mid Power) Unload the article as soon as possible and stop operation

until old batteries are replaced with

fresh batteries.

Red (Low Power)| An EMS signal will be sent to the receiver automatically to turn off the receiver. To avoid interruption during operation,

check battery power frequently.

Receiver Voltage Selection

There are two types of power voltages (DC and AC) available for the Series 342.

  1. DC Type:

  2. Input Voltage: 12~24 VDC

  3. Relay Contact: 6.7A-36 VDC

  4.  AC Type:
    Three different AC transformers:

  5. 48/110/220V, 48/220/380V, 110/220/380V. Please disconnect the Receiver’s power, select the proper voltage, and plug in the connector. See picture below.

Note: Standard Systems are 48/110/220 VAC. If any others are required, please specify when ordering.

FREQUENCY CHART

Ch Freq. MHz Ch Freq. MHz Ch Freq. MHz Ch Freq. MHz
1 433.050 21 433.550 41 434.050 61 433.550
2 433.075 22 433.575 42 434.075 62 433.575
3 433.100 23 433.600 43 434.100 63 433.600
4 433.125 24 433.625 44 434.125 64 433.625
5 433.150 25 433.650 45 434.150 65 433.650
6 433.175 26 433.675 46 434.175 66 433.675
7 433.200 27 433.700 47 434.200 67 433.700
8 433.225 28 433.725 48 434.225 68 433.725
9 433.250 29 433.750 49 434.250 69 433.750
10 433.275 30 433.775 50 434.275 70 433.775
11 433.300 31 433.800 51 434.300
12 433.325 32 433.825 52 434.325
13 433.350 33 433.850 53 434.350
14 433.375 34 433.875 54 434.375
15 433.400 35 433.900 55 434.400
16 433.425 36 433.925 56 434.425
17 433.450 37 433.950 57 434.450
18 433.475 38 433.975 58 434.475
19 433.500 39 434.000 59 434.500
20 433.525 40 434.025 60 434.525

Installation Notes

Receiver Wiring Diagram

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