BWI Eagle Air-Eagle SR Plus 36-1400-BAT

Introduction

The Air-Eagle SR Plus is an RF system designed for short to medium range wireless remote control of electrical apparatus in a variety of industrial applications. Systems can consist of any number of receivers and handheld or contact input transmitters working together to create a short to medium range radio frequency system that operates hazardous or hard-to-reach equipment from safe, convenient locations. Eight user selectable frequencies allow multiple systems to be used in the same area without interference.

This transmitter is equipped to send four independent dry-contact input commands to an Air-Eagle SR Plus receiver located up to 600 feet away. Longer ranges can be achieved with external antennas (See ACCESSORIES section). The Air-Eagle SR Plus transmitter utilizes spread-spectrum technology and provides the utmost in security and reliability.

Visual Description: The product is housed in a clear polycarbonate enclosure, allowing a view of the internal circuit board. The enclosure features a rubber duck antenna and a connector for external antennas. The circuit board contains DIP switches for configuration, a main RF module, terminal blocks for input connections, and battery holders.

Specifications

*Note: Max range statements are estimates based on a clear line of sight with few interferences. Actual range will vary based on transmitting power, orientation of transmitter and receiver, height of transmitting and receiving antennas, weather conditions, electronic interference, terrain, and physical obstacles, including but not limited to; walls, building structures, trees (foliage), metal objects, and landscape (hills, mountains).

Installation

1. Remove batteries from unit.
2. Mount the transmitter in a convenient location.
3. Install input control wiring to the terminal strip. (See TERMINAL STRIP WIRING section.)
4. Attach rubber duck antenna or coax from external antenna to connector on side of enclosure.
5. Install 2 AA lithium batteries.

General Operation

A closure on any input transmits its channel command to activate the corresponding relay in the remote receiver. The transmission continues as long as the input is closed and ceases when the input opens.

Terminal Strip Wiring

Controls & Indicators

Visual Description of PCB: The printed circuit board (PCB) features various electronic components, including DIP switches labeled SEL1 and SEL2, an RF module labeled RF2, terminal blocks for input connections (CH.1, CH.2, CH.3, CH.4, DC IN), and a dual-color LED labeled POWER/TX LED1.

• POWER/TX LED1: Dual color LED. Illuminates red while the unit is booting up, changes to green when boot-up is successful and the unit is ready to operate. If this LED fails to turn green, power unit off for 15-20 seconds, then reapply power.
• Input Channels 1-4: Transmit individual RF codes to the receiver.
• SEL1: Dip switch bank for frequency selection.
• SEL2: Dip switch bank for digital address selection.
• RF2: RF module that transmits data.

Frequency & Digital Address Set-Up

The unit is shipped from the factory with all SEL1 and SEL2 switches in the open positions. It is operating on Frequency 1 and Digital Address 1. To change default settings, follow the instructions below:

Important Note: Only change the digital address if using with a digitally addressable receiver. Otherwise, the digital address must be kept at the default of Digital Address 1.

1. IMPORTANT: Disconnect power from unit.
2. Remove top cover.
3. Select desired frequency and/or digital address using the tables below.
4. Reattach cover.
5. Reconnect power to unit.
6. Programming is complete.

Frequency Setup (SEL1)

Note - SEL1 SW4 not used on this model. Leave in OPEN position.

Digital Address Setup (SEL2)

Note - SEL2 SW5-7 not used on this model. Leave in OPEN position.

Signal Range

Max range statements are estimates based on a clear line of sight with few interferences. Actual range will vary based on transmitting power, orientation of transmitter and receiver, height of transmitting and receiving antennas, weather conditions, electronic interference, terrain, and physical obstacles, including but not limited to; walls, building structures, trees (foliage), metal objects, and landscape (hills, mountains).

Wireless Safety Warnings

Wireless E-STOP systems should never be considered a primary life-saving device. At least one hard-wired switch must be available in the event the wireless system is not operational. Failure to comply may result in serious injury or death to personnel and damage to equipment.

Wireless STOP and ASTOP transmitters are not failsafe emergency stop controls. They are NOT to be used as a life-saving device. They are designed for wireless control of equipment or vehicle remote operation. Failure to use as intended may result in serious injury or death to personnel and damage to equipment.

Dry Contact Input Wiring

Standard Wiring of a Dry Contact Input Transmitter: Shorting together the contacts of the respective channel will cause it to transmit. This can be done with any type of manual or automatic switch.

Diagram Description: A terminal strip (Ter1) is shown with terminals 1 through 10. Terminals 1, 3, 5, and 7 are labeled as Common (C) for channels CH1, CH2, CH3, and CH4 respectively. Terminals 2, 4, 6, and 8 are the respective input terminals for CH1, CH2, CH3, and CH4. The diagram illustrates switches connecting the input terminals (2, 4, 6, 8) to their common terminals (1, 3, 5, 7) to initiate transmission for each channel.

Standard Wiring for Common Ground Applications: Because each channel shares a common (C) terminal, inputs can be wired as shown to allow for fewer conductors to be run to the transmitter.

Diagram Description: A terminal strip (Ter1) is shown. Terminals 1, 3, 5, and 7 are common terminals for CH1, CH2, CH3, and CH4. Terminals 2, 4, 6, and 8 are the respective input terminals. This configuration shows a multi-conductor cable where a common ground wire is connected to terminals 1, 3, 5, and 7, and individual conductors from the switches are connected to terminals 2, 4, 6, and 8.

SPDT Switches: The common (C) terminal of the switch only needs to be connected to one of the channels ground terminal. In this configuration two channels would be transmitting all the time. A switch with a center "off" position would allow transmitting to stop.

Diagram Description: A terminal strip (Ter1) is shown with terminals 1 through 10. Terminals 1, 3, 5, and 7 are common terminals for CH1, CH2, CH3, and CH4. Terminals 2, 4, 6, and 8 are the respective input terminals. The diagram shows SPDT switches. For CH1 and CH3, the common terminal (1 and 5) is connected to the switch. The 'ON' position of the switch connects to the respective input terminal (2 for CH1, 6 for CH3). The 'OFF' position is shown for CH2 and CH4, where the common terminals (3 and 7) are connected to the switch, but the switch is in the 'OFF' position, preventing transmission for those channels. The description notes that a center 'off' position switch would allow transmitting to stop.

Accessories

Standard Antenna (Included)

• 2.4GHz TNC Portable "Rubber Duck" Antenna (Part No. 49-1201)

Mobile/Base Antennas (Optional)

Used to help achieve max range in non-line-of-sight and line-of-sight applications. Contact BWI Eagle for recommendations.

• 2.4GHz Thru-Hole/Bracket Mount Mobile Antenna (Part No. 49-2201)
• 2.4GHz Magnet Mount Mobile Antenna (Part No. 49-2202)
• 2.4GHz Omni Directional Base Antenna (Part No. 49-3201)
• 2.4GHz Yagi Directional Base Antenna (Part No. 49-3202)

High Quality Coax Cable

Used to connect external antennas to control unit.

• Flex Coax Cable w/Connectors (Available in 5', 15', 25', 30', 40', 60', 80', and 100' lengths) (Part No. 49-4000-XX, where XX = length in feet)

Bulkhead Extension

Used to provide an external antenna connection when mounting control unit inside another enclosure.

• TNC Male to TNC Bulkhead Cable Assembly (Available in 2', 4', and 7' lengths) (Part No. 49-5004-X-ISO, where X = length in feet)

Dimensions

The Air-Eagle SR Plus transmitter enclosure has the following approximate dimensions:

• Overall Height: 9.45 inches
• Overall Width: 4.80 inches
• Overall Depth (including connectors): 6.70 inches
• Mounting Surface Width: 4.80 inches
• Mounting Surface Height: 5.50 inches

Mounting Hole Details:

• Four (4) thru holes with a diameter of 0.365 inches are located on the mounting surface.
• Six (6) thru holes with a diameter of 0.200 inches are also present.
• Horizontal spacing between mounting holes (center-to-center): 2.47 inches.
• Vertical spacing between mounting holes (center-to-center): 4.80 inches.
• Horizontal offset from enclosure edge to mounting holes: 1.165 inches.
• Vertical offset from enclosure edge to mounting holes: 0.65 inches.

Enclosure Box Dimensions (main body):

• Height: 2.25 inches
• Width: 6.70 inches

Approvals

Warranty Statement

BWI Eagle Inc. warrants the Air-Eagle Remote Control System, if properly used and installed, will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 year after date of purchase. Said warranty to include the repair or replacement of defective equipment. This warranty does not cover damage due to external causes, including accident, problems with electrical power, usage not in accordance with product instructions, misuse, neglect, alteration, repair, improper installation, or improper testing. This limited warranty, and any implied warranties that may exist under state law, apply only to the original purchaser of the equipment, and last only for as long as such purchaser continues to own the equipment. This warranty replaces all other warranties, express or implied including, but not limited to, the implied warranties or merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. BWI Eagle makes no express warranties beyond those stated here. BWI disclaims without limitation, implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties so this limitation may not apply to you. To obtain warranty service, contact BWI Eagle for a return material authorization. When returning equipment to BWI Eagle, the customer assumes the risk of damage or loss during shipping and is responsible for the shipping costs incurred.