Will Burt ACCUPOINT AP-50, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...CUPOINT POSITIONER OPERATOR S MANUAL Will Burt United Kingdom Unit 5b Station Approach Four Marks Alton Hants GU34 5HN www willburt com PM 01010 REV 2 28th June 2022 2019 The Will Burt Company EU LTD Original Instructions ...

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Page 3: ...ducts No employee distributor or representative is authorized to change this warranty in any way or grant any other warranty on behalf of Will Burt Claims for defects in material and workmanship shall be made in writing to Will Burt within thirty 30 days of the discovery of defect Failure to provide notice as required hereby shall be conclusive evidence that the product was in conformity with the ...

Page 4: ... Construction 2022 are in conformity with the applicable requirements of the following documents BS EN 61000 6 1 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Generic standards Emission for residential commercial and light industrial environments BS EN 61000 6 2 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC Generic standards Emission for residential commercial and light industrial environments I hereby declare that the e...

Page 5: ...on 2022 Conforms with the following applicable requirements of the following documents BS EN 61000 6 1 2 Electromagnetic compatibility emission requirements for electrical and electronic equipment intended for use at residential commercial and light industrial locations and applies where s there s no relevant dedicated product or product family EMC emission standard The product herewith named abov...

Page 6: ...2 May 2022 Document History Document Numbers Dates Remarks PM 01010 REV 1 21 03 2022 Initial Release ECN 11175 PM 01010 REV 2 28 06 2022 New high level part numbers replacing existing high level part numbers AP 22 has been upgraded to AP 30 ...

Page 7: ...5 2 2 Rack Mount Controller 1 20 1 5 2 3 User Supplied Controller 1 21 1 6 Major Components 1 21 1 6 1 Positioner 1 21 1 6 2 Power Data Connector 1 22 1 6 3 Controllers 1 22 1 6 3 1 Joystick Controller 1 22 1 6 3 2 Rack Mount Controller 1 23 1 6 4 USB to RS485 Converter 1 24 1 6 5 Power Data Cable 1 24 1 6 6 Positioner Power Supply 1 25 1 6 6 1 AC DC Converter 1 25 1 6 6 2 Step Up Converter 1 25 1...

Page 8: ...Setting Limit Stops with the Keyboard 3 46 3 3 4 6 Clear Limit Stops with the Keyboard 3 46 3 3 4 7 Presets 3 47 3 3 4 8 Rack Mount Controller 3 48 3 3 4 9 User Supplied Controller 3 48 3 4 Setting Stow and Unstow 3 49 3 4 1 1 With the GUI 3 49 3 4 1 2 With a Push Button Controller 3 49 3 4 1 3 With a Toggle Switch Controller 3 49 3 5 Stow and Unstow Operation 3 50 3 5 1 1 Unstowing the Positioner...

Page 9: ...to any specific procedures These are recommended precautions that personnel must understand and apply throughout installation operation maintenance and troubleshooting Additional precautions which apply to specific procedures and steps may be listed with the procedure or step to which they apply Electrocution Hazard Do not touch live wires Make sure all power has been isolated and locked off prior...

Page 10: ...us injury could result if proper installation inspection operation and maintenance procedures are not observed Lifting Hazard Manually lifting over 25kg 55 lb is prohibited In the UK all lifting equipment must be thoroughly examined annually by a competent person and hold a certified safety certificate according to the Lifting Operations and Lift Equipment Regulations 1998 Equivalent regulations e...

Page 11: ...op Side Mount Antenna Mount AP 30 Over the Top Side Mount Antenna Mount AP 50 Over the Top Side Mount Antenna Mount 1 1 Safety Precautions Refer to the Safety Summary for precautions to be observed while installing operating maintaining or troubleshooting this equipment 1 2 How this Manual is Organized This manual is organized into the following sections Section 1 Introduction Section 2 Installati...

Page 12: ...e over the top mount 1 4 1 2 Positions Factory Home Figure 1 1 refers to the factory set preset position 0 zero which is set to move the positioner 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 In this position the rear of the positioner is the side with the power data connector on the body of the pos...

Page 13: ...r View Aerial View Figure 1 2 Positioner Directions When using the joystick controller o Pushing the joystick forward will tilt the positioner towards the rear o Pulling the joystick back will tilt the positioner towards the front o Moving the joystick to the right will rotate the positioner clockwise o Moving the joystick to the left will rotate the positioner counterclockwise 1 4 1 4 Symbols Cha...

Page 14: ...tational speeds and more Contact WB Customer Service for more information Table 1 1 Accupoint Positioner Part Numbers Description Duty Application Part Number Goose Grey Std AP 8 Over the Top Mount Max 8ft lb on Tilt Static LF2 51 TX XXX RX2 00 AP 8 Side Mount Max 8ft lb on Tilt Static LF2 51 SX XXX RX2 00 AP 8 Antenna Mount Refer to Antenna mount specification LF2 51 AX XXX RX2 00 AP 30 Over the ...

Page 15: ... ft lb 10 8 Nm Approximate Weight 2 3 kg 5 1 lb 2 5 kg 5 5 lb Pan Axis 360 180 360 180 Tilt Axis 90 45 180 90 Pan Speed Proportional 0 to 24 Second 0 to 24 Second Tilt Speed Proportional 0 to 6 Second 0 to 6 Second Backlash 0 15 0 15 Repeatability 0 3 0 3 Maximum Continuous Power 20 W 20 W Maximum Continuous Current 24VDC 0 85 A 0 85 A Input Voltage 24VDC 12VDC Optional 24VDC 12VDC Optional Operat...

Page 16: ...tioners 1 14 PM 01010 REV 2 May 2022 See Section 2 5 and Section 2 7 for Positioner and Payload Mounting Patterns Dimensions mm in 1 5 1 2 AP 8 Dimensions Figure 1 3 AP 8 Over the Top Mount Figure 1 4 AP 8 Side Mount ...

Page 17: ... Nm 30 ft lb 40 7 Nm Approximate Weight 6 7 kg 14 7 lb 6 6 kg 14 6 lb Pan Axis 360 180 360 180 Tilt Axis 90 45 180 90 Pan Speed Proportional 0 to 48 Second 0 to 48 Second Tilt Speed Proportional 0 to 12 Second 0 to 12 Second Backlash 0 15 0 15 Repeatability 0 3 0 3 Maximum Continuous Power 44 W 44 W Maximum Continuous Current 24VDC 1 85 A 1 85 A Input Voltage 24VDC 12VDC Optional 24VDC 12VDC Optio...

Page 18: ...oners 1 16 PM 01010 REV 2 May 2022 See Section 2 5 and Section 2 7 for Positioner and Payload Mounting Patterns Dimensions mm in 1 5 1 4 AP 30 Dimensions Figure 1 5 AP 30 Over the Top Mount Figure 1 6 AP 30 Side Mount ...

Page 19: ... Nm 50 ft lb 67 8 Nm Approximate Weight 13 kg 28 7 lb 12 2 kg 26 9 lb Pan Axis 360 180 360 180 Tilt Axis 90 45 180 90 Pan Speed Proportional 0 to 30 Second 0 to 30 Second Tilt Speed Proportional 0 to 10 Second 0 to 10 Second Backlash 0 15 0 15 Repeatability 0 3 0 3 Maximum Continuous Power 44 W 44 W Maximum Continuous Current 24VDC 1 85 A 1 85 A Input Voltage 24VDC 12VDC Optional 24VDC 12VDC Optio...

Page 20: ... 1 18 PM 01010 REV 2 May 2022 See Section 2 5 and Section 2 7 for Positioner and Payload Mounting Patterns Dimensions mm in 1 5 1 6 AP 50 Dimensions Figure 1 7 AP 50 Over the Top Mount Figure 1 8 AP 50 Side Mount Positioner ...

Page 21: ...tion Interface RS485 Communication Frequency 2 400 4 800 9 600 19 200 bps Operating Temperature 32 F to 122 F 0 C to 50 C Dimensions W x H x L 5 4 x 4 2 x 6 6 in 136 x 105 x 168mm Weight 0 89 lb 0 40 kg Protocol Pelco D used All dimensions and parameters are for reference only and are subject to change without notice Table 1 6 Joystick Controller Part Numbers Joystick Controllers Will Burt Part Nu...

Page 22: ...protocol over RS485 2 wire 2400 4800 9600 Baud Rate Weight 2 65 kg 5 8 lb Operational Temperature Range 20 to 50 C 4 to 122 F Base Dimensions 301mm L x 428mm W Front Panel Dimensions 88mm H x 483mm W Mounting Hole Pattern 465mm x 76 2mm See Rack Mount Controller Manual PM 01005 for more information The rack mount will operate both Gen1 Positioners such as RX Bowler Topper Homburg and Gen 2 Positio...

Page 23: ...system are Positioner Payload Platform Base Mounting Ring Provided with Positioner Controller Power Data Connector Provided with Positioner Power Data Cable optional Positioner Power Supply optional Step Up Converter optional Step Down Converter optional 1 6 1 Positioner Accupoint Positioners Are made of die cast aluminum casing Use stainless steel fasteners Are designed and tested to an IP68 ingr...

Page 24: ... Data Connector is a solder type connector See Section 2 6 3 for pin out and wiring details 1 6 3 Controllers 1 6 3 1 Joystick Controller The joystick controller Figure 1 10 Controls pan and tilt functions Is Pelco D compatible along with other optional protocols Has a joystick LCD screen and a keyboard Can program and call presets Can program electronic limit stops Has proportional speed control ...

Page 25: ...eedback Figure 1 10 Joystick Controller Left With Keyboard Cover On Right With Keyboard Cover Off 1 6 3 2 Rack Mount Controller Figure 1 11 Rack Mount Controller Joystick LCD Screen Keyboard Keyboard Cover On Off Power Switch Pan and Tilt Arrows USB Input LCD Display RS485 Input Power Data Connector to Positioner Discrete Outputs 9 pin AC Power Input Discrete Outputs 4 pin Discrete Inputs 8 pin ...

Page 26: ...UI Figure 1 12 USB to RS485 Converter 1 6 5 Power Data Cable The power data cable Figure 1 13 consists of 2 0 75mm2 power wires 2 0 75mm2 control wires and 1 earth shield wire The cable ships with a 90 7way connector installed on one end and flying leads with 0 75mm2 ferrules on the other end The end with the wire ferrules can be cut if the customer requires a shorter length Figure 1 13 Power Data...

Page 27: ...wer supply P N 208016 Figure 1 14 is used in systems using 110VAC 50 or 60 Hz or 240VAC 50 or 60 Hz to convert the AC power to 24VDC input power for the positioner The power supply has short circuit overcurrent overvoltage and over temperature protections It is an IP67 design and is suitable for dry damp or wet locations Figure 1 14 Positioner Power Supply 1 6 6 2 Step Up Converter The step up con...

Page 28: ...ut power to step down the power to 12VDC to power the joystick controller if the AC power supply supplied with the joystick is not used to provide power Figure 1 16 Step Down Converter 1 6 6 4 Barrel Connector 2 1mm The 2 1mm barrel connector P N 5195601 Figure 1 17 can be used to connect the joystick controller to the step down converter or 12VDC power source Figure 1 17 Barrel Connector ...

Page 29: ...ire the positioner according to the schematic see Section 2 6 3 Mount the payload with appropriate hardware see Section 2 7 1 7 1 2 To operate the positioner Section 3 1 Connect the controller 2 Operate the positioner using a controller see Section 3 3 If required see Section 3 4 3 4 for information on how to adjust the electronic limit stops The positioner ships from the factory with electronic l...

Page 30: ...ight sail size and wind speed Mounting the system to a structure unable to resist the forces generated from customer specific loading scenario could result in death or serious injury and could damage the system Safety Instruction Mounting Instructions Be sure to understand all mounting instructions The mounting hardware must include proper means to resist vibration loosening such as thread locking...

Page 31: ...tem includes will vary based upon your order Possible components include Positioner Mating Connector provided with positioner Controller joystick controller rack mount controller etc Controller Manual provided with controller Accupoint Positioners Operator s Manual this manual Power Data Cable used to connect positioner to the controller and power supply Some combination of the following o Positio...

Page 32: ...erated in the vertical position but can be operated at other angles consult with Will Burt Engineers prior to any operation other than the vertical position Be sure to take into consideration other external factors such as resonance natural frequency wind or ice loading when selecting a mounting location Make sure that these external factors do not overload the system Reference Figure 2 2 Figure 2...

Page 33: ...2022 Dimensions mm in Figure 2 2 AP 8 OTT AP 8 Side Mount Mounting Pattern Bottom of Positioner Figure 2 3 AP 30 OTT AP 30 Side Mount Mounting Pattern Bottom of Positioner Figure 2 4 AP 50 OTT AP 50 Side Mount Mounting Pattern Bottom of Positioner ...

Page 34: ...ector Location 2 6 2 Power and Controls System Overview This section provides an overview of a standard 24VDC Accupoint Positioner system setup Examples are provided for systems with 12VDC 24VDC and 110VAC 240VAC supplied power Before setting up your system verify the voltage of your positioner by checking the serial tag located on the positioner If you are unsure of your positioners voltage ratin...

Page 35: ...he wiring for a system powered with 12VDC input Figure 2 6 Powered with 12VDC Powered with 24VDC If the input power supply is 24VDC the system will require 2 Amp Fuse Figure 2 7 provides a quick overview of the wiring for a system powered with 24VDC input Figure 2 7 Powered with 24VDC 12VDC Power Supply Positioner Step Up Converter P N 208012 5 Amp Fuse Pelco D Compatible Controller Control Wires ...

Page 36: ...plied based on their region The power supply ships with flying leads to connect to the appropriate customer supplied plug Figure 2 8 provides a quick overview of the wiring for a system powered with AC input Figure 2 8 Powered with 110 240VAC 50 60 Hz 2 6 3 Power Data Pinout Figure 2 9 shows the appropriate pin out diagram for wiring the 90 7 way connector that connects to the positioner connector...

Page 37: ...ng scenario could result in death or serious injury this can also damage the positioner To attach the payload 1 Ensure power to the system is off while installing the payload 2 Reference the payload mounting hole patterns for each positioner on the next page Torque all hardware as appropriate for its material and size The mounting hardware must include proper means to resist vibration loosening su...

Page 38: ...6 PM 01010 REV 2 May 2022 Dimensions mm in 2 7 1 AP 8 Payload Mounting Pattern Figure 2 10 AP 8 OTT Payload Mounting Pattern P N LF2 51 TX XXX RX2 00 Figure 2 9 AP 8 Side Mount Payload Mounting Pattern P N LF2 51 SX XXX RX2 00 ...

Page 39: ...010 REV 2 2 37 May 2022 Dimensions mm in 2 7 2 AP 30 Payload Mounting Pattern Figure 2 10 AP 30 OTT Payload Mounting Pattern P N MF2 83 TX XTX RX2 00 Figure 2 11 AP 30 Side Mount Payload Mounting Pattern P N MF2 83 SX XTX RX2 00 ...

Page 40: ...2 7 3 AP 50 Payload Mounting Pattern Figure 2 124 AP 50 OTT Payload Mounting Pattern P N HF2 62 TX XDX RX2 00 Figure 2 13 AP 50 Side Mount Payload Mounting Pattern P N HF2 62 SX XDX RX2 00 For Antenna Mount Mounting Pattern refer to Specific Antenna Mount Documentation ...

Page 41: ...ure that all wiring connections are tight and appropriately connected Ensure that the following warnings are understood and followed Safety Instruction Operation For outdoor use only Do not use in areas that have been classified as hazardous as defined by ATEX DSEAR directives Safety Instruction Keep Clear Keep personnel clear of the positioner during operation Equipment Damage Check for and remov...

Page 42: ...aptop Tablet via a GUI a CCTV style control keyboard Joystick or a rackmount controller Below are the installation and control instruction for some of these options The Commissioning GUI is to be used during installation and commissioning of an Accupoint unit 3 3 1 Equipment Setup 3 3 1 1 Using Easysync USB to RS485 converter to drive Positioner Set to RS485 Half duplex Dip Switch settings Up Dn D...

Page 43: ...n the device that you are installing to 3 4 2 Key Commissioning Steps 1 Setting the Home Position The home position is factory set at the center of the mechanical travel of both axis This factory set position is correct for the majority of installations if this is the case please skip this step However in some installations it may be required to adjust the home position This can be carried out by ...

Page 44: ...by attempting to drive the unit beyond this limit stop point Limit Stops can also be set and cleared using most Pelco D compatible controllers but using presets 80 81 82 and 83 to set them and presets 70 71 72 and 73 to clear them See Sections 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 5 3 4 3 5 and 6 3 IMPORTANT If the tilt limit stops are cleared to their default settings it is possible to drive the payload platform into th...

Page 45: ...hich is used to access menu functions Ent enter which is used to make selections within the menu Set which is used in the process to store presets and electronic limit stops Pre preset which is used in the process to store presets and electronic limit stops and in the process to call presets Mon monitor which is used in the process to change the MonID Cam camera which is used in the process to cha...

Page 46: ...load up An arrow will appear pointing forward on the LCD screen When the joystick is pulled back the positioner will tilt forward Pointing the payload down An arrow will appear pointing back on the LCD screen When the joystick is moved to the right the positioner will rotate clockwise to the right An arrow will appear pointing right on the LCD screen When the joystick is moved to the left the posi...

Page 47: ...limit stops can be assigned to restrict travel about the pan or tilt axes in either direction Ensure payload and positioner is clear from obstructions throughout its entire travel The positioner does not have mechanical hard stops The positioner comes from the factory with electronic limit stops set to the maximum recommended pan and tilt see below The factory electronic limits are set as follows ...

Page 48: ...he electronic limit has been adjusted and the positioner will no longer move past that point 5 Test to ensure electronic limit stop has been properly set Note that it is possible to set the electronic limit stops such that the positioner cannot move e g setting the clockwise and counterclockwise limits to the same spot If this happens clear the electronic limit stops and reset electronic limit sto...

Page 49: ... will be horizontal and the pan axis will be in the center position This is referred to as the Factory Home position Preset 1 is designated for the Stow position Preset 2 is designated for the Unstow position Presets can be set or called using the keyboard keys or through menu functions Presets can only be cleared through menu functions It is possible to overwrite presets through either method Set...

Page 50: ...mmand 3 4 3 8 Rack Mount Controller See Rack Mount Controller manual for further control details 3 4 3 9 User Supplied Controller The Accupoint Positioners can be controlled using any Pelco D compatible controller over an RS485 data line that supports the appropriate command sets ie tilt pan etc The user should refer to the controller manual for setup and installation details The user should refer...

Page 51: ... right pan buttons pressed select Stow to set the stow preset position or Unstow to set the unstow preset position 3 5 1 3 With a Toggle Switch Controller With a toggle switch controller If using a controller with toggle switches a jumper will need to be used to connect the clockwise and counterclockwise contact closure wires to the contact closure power wire 1 Pan and tilt the positioner until it...

Page 52: ...stowed position it will slow down If an emergency stop is required as the positioner is moving to its position move the joystick to cancel out the command 3 6 1 2 Stowing the Positioner The Preset 1 position is designated as the Stowed position The user must Set Preset 1 using the joystick controller rack mount controller or a GUI before this function can be used To stow the positioner 1 Perform t...

Page 53: ... ensure all fixings and fastenings are tight All fixings and fastenings must be thoroughly checked for tightness one month following installation and thereafter at regular six month intervals Inspect to ensure cables are undamaged and properly terminated Cabling of the correct type as specified by national and local standards should be used Cables should be checked for wear at six month intervals ...

Page 54: ...on of the electronic limit stop If it is set in an incorrect position reset it Section 3 4 3 7 Positioner does not pan or tilt in multiple directions The system is not receiving power Check Wiring Section 2 6 3 The power supply is wrong Check System Configuration Section 2 6 2 The system is not receiving data Check Wiring Section 2 6 3 and controller setting System settings are incorrect Reset the...

Page 55: ...roller Menu The operator cannot access the controller menu The controller is not receiving power and the display screen is off Power on the system Check Controller Manual Wiring The Menu button does not respond as quickly as other buttons Hold the Menu button down for at least 2 seconds Stuck in Controller Menu While in menu functions the operator cannot exit a menu The method to exit individual m...

Page 56: ...601 section 6 2 Toggle Switches Push Buttons These controls are wired into J11 see Figure 6 1 6 1 1 Electrical Connections The electrical connections are as follows see Figure 6 1 J3 Board Power J11 Discrete Inputs active high contact closure 6 1 2 Wire the Bridge Board Interface The bridge board interface operates from 10 33 VDC however the positioner requires 24VDC for proper operation Will Burt...

Page 57: ... REV 2 6 55 May 2022 Figure 6 1 Contact Closure Table 6 1 Contact Closure Wires Wire Color Function Brown Stow preset 1 Orange Unstow preset 2 Yellow Counterclockwise Green Clockwise Blue Up Violet Down Contact Closure Wires J11 J3 ...

Page 58: ...411 section 6 1 Electronic limit stops cannot be programmed using a Pelco D compatible joystick controller or a GUI Figure 6 2 Panel Mount Controller P N 4270601 The membrane controller operates as follows The 4 PAN TILT arrow buttons pan the positioner left and right and tilt the positioner up and down STOW moves the positioner into the stowed position UNSTOW moves the positioner into the unstowe...

Page 59: ...00 59 mm ll xx 255 001 000 089 mmm lll xxx Query Tilt Position 53 FF 01 00 53 00 00 54 255 001 000 083 000 000 084 Query Tilt Position Response 5B FF 01 00 5B mm ll xx 255 001 000 091 mmm lll xxx CUSTOM COMMANDS Not Currently Supported by Accupoint Positioners Op Code Hex Code Decimal Code Query Movement Status C1 FF 01 00 C1 00 00 C2 255 001 000 193 000 000 194 Query Movement Status Response Go T...