BFT ALCOR AC A Control Panel Installation Manual
1. General Information
The ALCOR AC A control panel is supplied by the manufacturer with standard settings. Any variations must be configured using the TRIMMER and DIP SWITCH settings. It supports EELINK and U-LINK protocols.
Key features include:
- Control of 2 single-phase motors.
- Separate inputs for safety devices.
- Built-in rolling-code radio receiver.
The board features a removable terminal strip for easier maintenance or replacement. It is supplied with pre-wired jumpers for installer convenience, concerning terminals 70-71, 70-72, and 70-74. Remove these jumpers if the terminals are in use.
Testing
The ALCOR AC A control panels check the motor relays and safety devices (photocells) before each opening and closing cycle. In case of malfunctions, verify the proper operation of connected devices and check wiring.
2. Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Supply | 110-120V 50/60Hz, 220-230V 50/60 Hz |
| Panel Dimensions | See Fig. F |
| Low Voltage/Mains Insulation | > 2MOhm 500V |
| Operating Temperature Range | -20 / +50°C |
| Dielectric Rigidity | Mains/LV 3750V~ for 1 minute |
| Accessories Power Supply | 24V~ (max. 0.2A absorption) |
| AUX 0 - Flashing | 120V~ 40W max |
| Contact Powered | 230V~ 40W max |
| Fuses | Fig. C |
| Built-in Rolling-Code Radio Receiver | Frequency 433.92MHz |
| Parameter and Logic Settings | TRIMMER + DIP SWITCH |
| Max. Number of Memorizable Remotes | 63 |
| Maximum Power | 750W |
| Maximum Work Time | 90s |
| Usable Transmitter Versions | All ROLLING CODE transmitters compatible with ((ER-Ready)) |
3. Tube Arrangement (Fig. A)
Prepare the electrical system according to current standards for electrical installations (CEI 64-8, IEC364, HD384 harmonization, and other national standards).
4. Terminal Board Wiring (Fig. C)
Refer to the actuator manual for the electrical diagram and cable cross-section. After routing cables through conduits and fastening components, connect them as per the diagrams in the instruction manuals. Ensure connection of phase, neutral, and earth (mandatory).
Warnings: Follow current standards and good practice principles for wiring and installation. Keep conductors with different voltages physically separate or insulated with at least 1mm of additional insulation. Secure conductors near terminals with additional fastening (e.g., cable clamps). Keep all connecting cables away from heat sinks.
Attention: For mains connection, use a multicore cable with a minimum cross-section of 3x1.5mm² as per regulations. For motor connection, use a cable with a minimum cross-section of 1.5mm² (type H05RN-F at least).
5. Safety Devices
Note: Use only receiving safety devices with free changeover contact.
- 5.1) Tested Devices (Fig. G)
- 5.2) Connection of 1 Pair of Non-Checked Photocell (Fig. B1)
- 5.3) Connection of 1 Pair of Checked Photocell (Fig. B2)
Attention: Impact force values according to EN 12453 are met only with the use of active safety edges connected to the board.
6. Remote Control Memorization (Fig. D)
7. Reversing Opening Direction (Fig. E)
8. Adjustment Procedure
Before powering on, check electrical connections. Set the following parameters:
- Automatic Closing Time
- Work Time
- Phase shift timing while closing
- Set the logics.
Attention: Incorrect settings can cause damage to persons, animals, or property.
Attention: Verify that the impact force measured at points specified by standard EN 12445 is lower than the value stated in standard EN 12453.
9. Solenoid Lock (Fig. C1-C2)
Attention: For gate leaves longer than 3m, installing a solenoid lock is essential.
| Keys | Description |
|---|---|
| S1 | Add Start Key: Associates the desired key with the Start command. |
| S2 | Add Pedestrian Key: Associates the desired key with the pedestrian command. |
| S2 >5s | Confirms parameter and logic setting changes. |
| S1+S2 >10s | Erase List: Attention: Erases all memorized transmitters from the receiver's memory. |
LED Indicators
| LED | Status | Description |
|---|---|---|
| POWER | Steadily lit | Mains power on, board powered, fuses intact. |
| START | Lit | START input activated. |
| OPEN | Lit | OPEN pedestrian input activated. |
| STOP | Unlit | STOP input activated. |
| PHOT | Unlit | PHOT photocell input activated. |
| FAULT 1 | PHOT input safety device test input diagnostics. | |
| BAR | Unlit | BAR safety edge input activated. |
| FAULT 2 | BAR input safety device test input diagnostics. | |
| ERR | Unlit | No error. Lit: see error diagnostics table. |
| RADIO (GREEN) | Unlit | Remote programming not active. |
| Radio LED flashing only | Remote programming active, waiting for hidden key. | |
| Flashing in sync with Set LED | Transmitter deletion in progress. | |
| Lit | Remote programming active, waiting for desired key. | |
| Lit 1s | Radio receiver channel activated. | |
| SET | Lit | See error diagnostics table. Flashing in sync with Radio LED: Transmitter deletion in progress. |
Error Table
| Led SET | Led ERR | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Unlit | Internal system supervision control error. Try turning the card off/on or pressing S2. If the problem persists, contact technical assistance. | |
| Lit | Hardware error test. Check motor connections. Hardware problems with the card (contact technical assistance). | |
| Slow flashing | Photocell, Edge, or 8k2 Edge test failed. Check photocell connection and/or logic settings. | |
| Slow flashing | Changed settings and/or operating logics. Press S2 for 5s to confirm. |
Terminal Definitions
| Terminal | Definition | Description |
|---|---|---|
| L | LINE | Single-phase power supply. |
| N | NEUTRAL | |
| 10 | START + CONDENSER | Motor and condenser connection. |
| 11 | COM | |
| 12 | START + CONDENSER | Connection between motor and capacitor 2. |
| 14 | START + CONDENSER | |
| 15 | COM | |
| 16 | START + CONDENSER | Note: if T3=0 do not connect any cable to clamps 14-15-16. |
| 20 | AUX 0 - POWERED CONTACT | Exit due to FLASHING LIGHT. Contact stays closed while leaves are operating. |
| 21 | 230V (N.O.) (40W MAX) | |
| 50 | 0V~ | Accessories power supply output. |
| 51 | 24V+ | |
| 52 | 24 Vsafe+ | Tested safety device power supply output (photocell transmitter and safety edge transmitter). Output active only during operating cycle. |
| 60 | Common | START and OPEN inputs common. |
| 61 | START | START command button (N.O.). Operation according to "Residential / apartment building operation" logic. |
| 62 | OPEN | OPEN command button (N.O.). Gate opened with this command. If the input stays closed, the leaves stay open until the contact is opened. When the contact is open, the automated device closes following the TCA time, where activated. |
| 70 | Common | STOP, PHOT and BAR inputs common. |
| 71 | STOP | The command stops movement. (N.C.) If not used, leave jumper inserted. |
| 72 | PHOT (*) | PHOTOCELL input (N.C.). Operation according to "PHOTOCELL/PHOTOCELL DURING CLOSING" logic. If not used, leave jumper inserted. |
| 73 | FAULT 1 | Test input for safety devices connected to PHOT. |
| 74 | BAR / BAR CL / BAR TEST / BAR CL TEST / BAR 8K2 / BAR CL 8K2 (*) | Safety edge input (N.C.). If not used, leave jumper inserted. |
| 75 | FAULT 2 | Test input for safety devices connected to BAR / BAR CL. |
| Y | ANTENNA | Antenna input. Use an antenna tuned to 433MHz. Use RG58 coax cable to connect the Antenna and Receiver. Metal bodies close to the antenna can interfere with radio reception. If the transmitter's range is limited, move the antenna to a more suitable position. |
| # | SHIELD |
Parameter Table (Table A)
Any modification of parameters/logics must be confirmed by pressing S2 > 5s.
| Trimmer | Parameter | min. | max. | default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T1 | Automatic closing time [s] | 0 | 120 | 0 | Waiting time before automatic closing. NOTE: Set to 0 if not used. |
| T2 | Work time [s] | 5 | 90 | 50% | Adjusts the motors' work time, lapsing which they will stop. |
| T3 | Motor 1 closing delay time [s] | 0 | 25 | 25% | Motor 1 closing delay time with respect to motor 2. NOTE: set 0 for single motor operations (leaf 1). |
Logic Table (Table B)
Any modification of parameters/logics must be confirmed by pressing S2 > 5s.
| DIP | Logic | Default | Setting Used | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Transmitter programming | ON | ON | Enables wireless memorizing of transmitters: 1- Press in sequence the hidden key and normal key (T1-T2-T3-T4) of a transmitter that has already been memorized in standard mode via the radio menu. 2- Press within 10 sec. the hidden key and normal key (T1-T2-T3-T4) of a transmitter to be memorized. The receiver exits programming mode after 10 sec.: you can use this time to enter other new transmitters. This mode does not require access to the control panel. IMPORTANT: Enables the automatic addition of new transmitters, clones and replays. |
| OFF | Disables wireless memorizing of transmitters and automatic addition of clones. Transmitters are memorized only using the relevant Radio menu or automatically with replays. IMPORTANT: Disables the automatic addition of new transmitters and clones. | |||
| 2 | BAR / 8K2 | ON | Input configured as Bar 8k2 (Fig.G). Input for resistive edge 8K2. The command reverses movement for 1 sec. | |
| OFF | Input configured as Bar, safety edge (Fig.G). The command reverses movement for 1 sec.. | |||
| 3 | Photocell input check | ON | Enable safety check on the PHOT input. (Fig.G) | |
| OFF | Safety check on PHOT input not enabled. (Fig.G) | |||
| 4 | Edge input check | ON | Enable safety check on the BAR input. (Fig.G) | |
| OFF | Safety check on BAR input not enabled. (Fig.G) | |||
| 5 | Photocells during closing | ON | In the event beam is broken, photocell operation is disabled during opening. During closing, movement is reversed immediately. | |
| OFF | When beam is broken, photocells are active during both opening and closing. When beam is broken during closing, movement is reversed only once the photocell is cleared. | |||
| 6 | Safety edge input operation | ON | Safety edge with active reversal only when closing, when opening the movement stops. | |
| OFF | Safety edge with active reversal in both directions. | |||
| 7 | Fast closing | ON | Closes 3 seconds after the photocells are cleared before waiting for the set TCA to elapse. | |
| OFF | Logic not enabled. | |||
| 8 | Residential / apartment building operation | ON | Reaction to the START input (wired or radio): Residential: CLOSED=Opens, WHILE CLOSING=Stops, OPEN=Closes, WHILE OPENING=STOPS + TCA, AFTER STOP=Opens. Apartment building: CLOSED=Opens, WHILE CLOSING=Opens, OPEN=Closes, WHILE OPENING=No effect, AFTER STOP=Opens. | |
| OFF | Reaction to the OPEN input (wired): Residential: CLOSED=Opens, WHILE CLOSING=Opens, OPEN=Keep open + TCA, WHILE OPENING=No effect, AFTER STOP=Opens. Apartment building: CLOSED=Opens, WHILE CLOSING=Opens, OPEN=Keep open + TCA, WHILE OPENING=No effect, AFTER STOP=Opens. | |||
| OFF = Residential | Reaction to the PEDESTRIAN input (radio): Residential: CLOSED=Opens partially, WHILE CLOSING=Stops, OPEN=Closes, WHILE OPENING=STOPS + TCA, AFTER STOP=Opens partially. Apartment building: CLOSED=Opens partially, WHILE CLOSING=Opens partially, OPEN=Closes, WHILE OPENING=No effect, AFTER STOP=Opens partially. | |||
| 9 | Hammer during opening | ON | Before opening completely, the gate pushes for approx. 2 seconds as it closes. This allows the solenoid lock to be released more easily. IMPORTANT - Do not use this function if suitable mechanical stops are not in place. | |
| OFF | Logic not enabled. | |||
| 10 | Stop maintenance | ON | If motors remain idle in fully open or fully closed position for more than one hour, they are activated for approx. 3 seconds in the direction of the stop. This operation is performed every hour. NB: In hydraulic motors, this function compensates for oil volume reduction due to temperature drop or internal leakage. IMPORTANT - Do not use this function if suitable mechanical stops are not in place. | |
| OFF | Logic not enabled. |
Company Contact Information
BFT Spa
Via Lago di Vico, 44 ITALY
36015 Schio (VI)
T +39 0445 69 65 11
F +39 0445 69 65 22
SPAIN
BFT GROUP ITALIBERICA DE AUTOMATISMOS SL
Camí de Can Bassa, 6, 08401 Granollers, Barcelona, Spagna
FRANCE
AUTOMATISMES BFT FRANCE SAS
50 rue jean zay
69800 Saint-Priest, Francia
GERMANY
BFT ANTRIEBSSYSTEME GMBH
Faber-Castell-Straße 29, 90522 Oberasbach, Germania
UNITED KINGDOM
BFT AUTOMATION UK LTD
Unit C2-C3 The Embankment Business Park, Vale Road Heaton Mersey Stockport Cheshire SK4 3GL United Kingdom
BFT AUTOMATION (SOUTH) LTD
Enterprise House Murdock Road, Dorcan, Swindon, England, SN3 5HY
PORTUGAL
BFT PORTUGAL SA
Urb. Pedrulha lote 9 - Apartado 8123, 3025-248 Coimbra Portugal
POLAND
BFT POLSKA SP ZOO
Marecka 49, 05-220 Zielonka, Polonia
IRELAND
BFT AUTOMATION IRELAND
Unit D3 City Link Business Park, Old Naas Road, Dublin
CROATIA
BFT ADRIA DOO
Obrovac 39, 51218, Dražice, Croazia
CZECH REPUBLIC
BFT CZ SRO
Ustecka 533/9, 184 00 Praha 8, Czech
TURKEY
BFT OTOMASYON KAPI
Şerifali Mahallesi, no, 34775 Ümraniye/İstanbul, Turchia
U.S.A.
BFT AMERICAS INC.
1200 S.W. 35th Avenue Suite B Boynton Beach FL 33426
AUSTRALIA
BFT AUTOMATION AUSTRALIA PTY
29 Bentley St, Wetherill Park NSW 2164, Australia
EMIRATES
BFT MIDDLEEAST FZCO
FZS2 AA01 - PO BOX 262200, Jebel Ali Free Zone South Zone 2, Dubai - United Arab Emirates
NEW ZEALAND
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224/A Bush Road, Rosedale, Auckland, New Zealand
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