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This document provides 

Important Safety Information, specifications, and references

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with an overview of programming user and installer menu options, designing vehicle loop layouts, 
troubleshooting, and maintaining the gate operator.

Programming & Operations Manual 

with  

HySecurity Smart DC Controller

MX3650-01 Revision D

Summary of Contents for StrongArmPark DC

Page 1: ...cations and references along with an overview of programming user and installer menu options designing vehicle loop layouts troubleshooting and maintaining the gate operator Programming Operations Manual with HySecurity Smart DC Controller MX3650 01 Revision D ...

Page 2: ...toggle switch Physical Stop Bracket Position Breakaway Arm Bracket so the clamp opening faces up Remove Physical Stop Bracket 4 fasteners 12 2 Connect the red battery wire Refer to step 4 in the Installation Instructions 12 3 Press the DC switch ON and toggle HOLD switch to Hold Open 12 1 Make sure AC and DC power switches are in the OFF position 12 4 After GATE OPEN appears on the display turn th...

Page 3: ...ssembly Spring Assist Assembly StrongArmPark DC 14 Bumper Replacement Kit Target Sensor Switch DO NOT MOVE the target sensor Bracket Physical Stop Electrical Control Box Panel Front Access Lock Latch with Key 12V Battery Kit 8Ah Motor Gearbox Gearbox Pulley Motor www hysecurity com 2017 Introduction MX3650 01 Rev D iii ...

Page 4: ...urity End cap Arm Replacement Aluminum Arm Replacement Articulating Barrier Arms and Mounting Brackets High Voltage Cover Attachment plate 24V Connections to Controller Female Quick Connects User2 Relay NO 24VDC Spade connections COM SENSOR 3 Spade connections Breakaway bracket MX3680 Shown separated for reference only Wire ties Breakaway fasteners Factory installed magnet kill switch MX3764 MX376...

Page 5: ...are version If necessary upload the latest version from www hysecurity com See Smart Touch Analyze and Retrieve Tool Set the Close Timer through the User Menu Set barrier arm speed if applicable through Installer Menu Refer to S T A R T Smart Touch Analyze and Retrieve Tool in the Reference section Set the dynamic reversing sensitivity if needed through Installer Menu Set Relay User 2 to 28 or 29 ...

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Page 7: ... Operators UL 325 2016 8 Table 1 HySecurity Gate Operators requiring External Monitored Entrapment Protection Sensors 8 Table 2 HySecurity Gate Operators maintaining Object Detection 8 External Entrapment Protection Sensors monitored by HySecurity Gate Operators 9 Wind Load Factors Site Prep 10 Manual Release 10 Breakaway Arm Feature 11 Dynamic Reversing Sensor 11 Safety Notices 12 Common Industri...

Page 8: ...ogramming Procedure 39 Table 6 Programmable User Relays 39 Revenue Control Parking Applications 41 Table 7 Programmable User Relays Revenue Control 41 Extended Relay Module Option 42 Vehicle Detector Installation and Loop Layouts 43 Anti TailGate Mode Closing Logic 43 TailGate Alert 43 Vehicle Detectors and the Smart DC Controller 44 Hy5B Installation 44 Test the Vehicle Loop 45 Check the Version ...

Page 9: ...Schematics 68 StrongArmPark DC Wiring Schematics Solar 69 StrongArmPark DCS 10 Solar and StrongArmPark DCS 14 Solar Schematics 69 General Maintenance 71 Smart Touch Analyze and Retrieve Tool S T A R T 71 What You Need 71 Installing S T A R T Software 71 Software Maintenance 72 Electrical Controls 72 Clock Battery Replacement 72 Fuse Replacement 72 Mechanical Maintenance 73 HyProtect Breakaway Arm ...

Page 10: ...Park DC Lighting Connection 82 Smart DC Controller Menu Mode Navigation Buttons 82 Connect Arm Light Cables 82 Turn OFF AC and DC power 82 Arm Lights and Breakaway Switch Connections on Smart DC Controller 83 Retrofit Requires Hole Drilled in Chassis 83 StrongArmPark DC Breakaway Arm Bracket Installation 84 WARRANTY 85 Specifications 86 x MX3650 01 Rev D StrongArmPark DC Programming Operations 201...

Page 11: ... and performance of the expertly engineered and manufactured StrongArmPark DC become familiar to you Thank you again for the confidence you ve shown in becoming part of the HySecurity family and in choosing a premium industry leading product Contact Information Qualified HySecurity distributors are experienced and trained to assist in resolving any problems For the name of a qualified distributor ...

Page 12: ...ical Bulletins as applicable NOTE Technical Bulletins are automatically issued to registered users of HySecurity products The product warranty registration card can be filled out online at www hysecurity com Hazardous Materials and Proper Disposal Be aware of the international federal and local codes in your area and how best to handle hazardous waste materials The pump pack fluid found in all hyd...

Page 13: ...ied installers handle the installation of the HySecurity equipment and gate operator A qualified installer has one of the following A minimum of three years experience installing similar equipment Proof of attending a HySecurity Technical Training seminar within the past three years Significant manufacturer endorsements of technical aptitude in gate operator installation and operation Underwriter ...

Page 14: ...ent as specified in the current UL 325 Standard of Safety Safety Additional Installer Responsibility Verify the gate operator usage class for the site For all gate operators other than Crash rated refer to Identifying Gate Operator Category and Usage Class in the product manual Install the operator only when the gate operator class is correct for the site size and type of gate The gate operator mu...

Page 15: ...e attempting to access the controls by reaching through or around the gate can be seriously injured or killed by the moving gate Incorporate a security feature to prevent unauthorized use Connect radio and other remote access non resetting controls to the RADIO OPTIONS terminal Open and close the gate to confirm that it was properly installed and to ensure reduced risk of entrapment Verify the cle...

Page 16: ... area or gate operators Learn how to turn the power on and off Learn how to manually operate the barrier arm WARNING signs supplied with the gate operator must remain installed and clearly visible on both sides of the gate The signs are required to maintain UL 325 compliance Do not physically disable the warning buzzer and NEVER disconnect or cut its wires The buzzer provides compliance with the M...

Page 17: ...lti family housing unit five or more single family units hotels garages retail stores or other buildings accessible by or servicing the general public Class III Class III Intended for use in an industrial location or building such as a factory or loading dock area or other locations NOT accessible by or intended to service the general public Class IV Class IV Intended for use in a guarded industri...

Page 18: ...els Build Year UL 325 2016 set at the factory UL 325 Entrapment Protection Sensor Monitoring Required Normally Closed NC sensors tested approved Three SENSOR Inputs on Controller Installer Menu configurable Build Year BY factory set to UL 325 2016 SlideDriver 15 40 30F 50VF 2 3 80 200 2 SlideDriver 50VF series 2 SlideSmart DC 15 DCS 15 2 SlideSmart DC 10F DCS 10F 2 SwingRiser 14 14 Twin 19 19 Twin...

Page 19: ...rotection sensors available for NC monitoring of automatic gate operators All HySecurity gate operators manufactured after January 1 2016 using software versions h4 50 or h5 50 or later comply with UL 325 Standard of Safety for monitoring entrapment protection sensors using normally closed contacts The site designer or installer must determine which external entrapment protection sensors will be i...

Page 20: ...e to the barrier arm or gate operator may occur and is not covered by the HySecurity Warranty StrongArmPark DC incorporates a dynamic reversing sensor into its design More information about adjusting the sensitivity can be found in this manual under Adjusting the Dynamic Reversing Sensor on page 66 When the barrier arm encounters an impediment it sends a signal to the gate operator to stop and rev...

Page 21: ...eview the StrongArmPark DC Installation Instructions Dynamic Reversing Sensor The StrongArmPark DC provides an integral feature to help prevent entrapment While closing if the dynamic reversing sensor is tripped twice within a specific period of time it enters safe mode The operator stops barrier arm travel For more information see Adjusting the Dynamic Reversing Sensor on page 66 Nylon bolts with...

Page 22: ...cur if the hazardous situation is not avoided NOTICE Indicates damage to equipment is probable if the hazardous situation in not avoided Common Industrial Symbols The following international safety symbols may appear on the product or in its literature The symbols are used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow these symbols to avoid possible injury ...

Page 23: ...or earth grounding requirements in the U S A refer to the National Fire Protection Association NFPA 780 Standard for the Installation of Lightning Protection Systems Highlights of the standard include The ground rod must be UL listed copper clad steel solid copper hot dipped galvanized steel or stainless steel Minimum requirements inch 13 mm diameter and 8 feet 244 cm in length The ground rod is d...

Page 24: ...witches are in the OFF position Follow all electrical code standards and regulations CAUTION Wiring of gate operators must conform to NFPA and NEC standards and comply with all local codes When the installation is compliant and complete turn on AC power at the source and power module WARNING DO NOT connect the 115VAC service outlet to 208 or 230VAC power supply wires To use the 115VAC service outl...

Page 25: ... connect to 115VAC power take the following steps 1 Make sure the AC power is turned off at its source and the DC and AC power switches on the operator are in the off position 2 Access the input power wires and service outlet wires by removing the two Phillips head screws that secure the high voltage junction box cover 3 The service outlet wires are solid copper and are labeled and bound together ...

Page 26: ...ft 1143 m To connect to 208 230VAC power take the following steps 1 Make sure the AC power is turned off at its source and the DC and AC power switches on the operator are in the off position 2 Remove the High Voltage Protection cover by unscrewing the two Phillips head screws that secure it 3 Toggle the voltage selector switch from 115V to 230V 4 Access the input power wires by removing the two P...

Page 27: ...d when either switch is turned on However the operator is a DC powered unit and runs on its batteries If the DC power switch is off the operator will not function even though the AC power switch is on When the operator is connected to AC power and the both AC and DC power switches are turned on the charge level of the battery is being monitored and maintained On a solar powered operator the AC pow...

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Page 29: ... this second option are provided in this section Understanding the Display and Keypad The SDC display and keypad provide access to the operator s sophisticated software and functionality Three different operational modes exist Run Mode gate is operational awaiting commands Menu Mode motor disengages and operator commands are ignored Data entry menu navigation and menu selection can be accomplished...

Page 30: ... become static Press Next or Previous Advance press Next Previous press Previous CT 0 OFF CLOSE TIMER OPEN CLOSE STOP MENU RESET PREV NEXT SELECT CT Pressing Select causes the left most two characters to blink CT in the example which indicates the display is ready to accept changes to a menu setting Use the navigational buttons to view selections Press Select a second time to accept what appears o...

Page 31: ...rovide a quick overview of the operator s status or configurations The type of information that may scroll across the display includes software version operator type OT gate handing LEFT HAND or RIGHT HAND buss voltage and life cycle counter Example of Operator Status Displays HYSECURITY GATE STOPPED OPEN CLOSE STOP MENU RESET PREV NEXT SELECT HYSECURITY GATE OPEN OPEN CLOSE STOP MENU RESET PREV N...

Page 32: ...utton control device is being used Refer HC NOTE When the Hold to Close is set to 1 the Close Timer display does not appear and HC1 becomes the User Menu entry display Not applicable N A HC 0 OFF Hold to Close 0 off 1 on Set to 0 to produce an gate closure when a momentary signal is transmitted Set to 1 if a constant hold to close signal such as a push button control is being used A setting of 1 a...

Page 33: ...n at the end of this period the buzzer sounds for 10s The display shows ALERT 2 DRIFT CLOSED N A PE 0 OFF Photo Eye Alignment 0 off 1 on Set to 1 the operator serves as an aide in photo eye transmitter receiver alignment The buzzer chirps once when the emitter and receiver are not aligned When the emitter and receiver are aligned the buzzer chirps twice If they go out of alignment again the buzzer...

Page 34: ...can use the menu navigation buttons to enter the password SELECT NEXT SELECT When the password is set the display returns to the 0 setting NOTE A System Address SA value in the Installer Menu must be set before the Set Password display can appear in the User Menu Network Ethernet or RS 485 Installer Menu The Installer Menu options provide more advanced configurations for the gate operators Access ...

Page 35: ...ss on page 7 NOTE The usage class setting does not appear on StrongArmPark DC and Crash products N A SH 0 Gate Handing 0 gate disabled R viewed from the secure side the arm lifts right to open L viewed from the secure side the arm lifts left to open The handing determines which way the gate opens as you view it from the front access panel NOTE StrongArmPark DC is factory configured for left handin...

Page 36: ...t Open SE 0 IES Sensitivity 0 Maximum highest sensitivity 1 Moderate sensitivity 2 Least sensitivity Adjusts the sensitivity of the dynamic reversing sensor Available settings are 0 to 2 Zero is the default and reacts quickly high sensitivity to impediments NOTE For StrongArmPark DC adjust the spring to prevent false trips prior to changing the sensitivity See NOTE LC 0 0 0 SECS Leaf Delay Close 0...

Page 37: ...ork normally COM BLOCK EXIT OR 1 REVERSE Outer Arm Loop 0 Pause closing only 1 Enable reversing to open 2 Ignore and continue closing The default is for full reversal when the loop is triggered A setting of 0 causes the barrier arm to only pause when triggered Closure begins as soon as the loop is clear again A setting of 2 is provided for the most secure facilities where it is essential that the ...

Page 38: ...ack off close function The default allows normal latch open operation of the Free Exit detector The optional setting of 1 creates an automatic close function if a vehicle triggers and then backs off the Free Exit Loop detector Free Exit Loop COM or connection to Hy5x detector RL 1 0 DISABLED Relay 1 Logic 0 Disabled 1 to 38 available Configures the function of the User 1 output relay It has the ca...

Page 39: ...Menu on page 22 RS 485 Involves additional hardware software ELD0 RUN MODE Exit Loop Set 0 Run mode 1 Show frequency 2 Show call level 0 7 3 Set Frequency Controls the Hy5x Free Exit loop detector Hy5x ILD0 RUN MODE In Arm Loop Set 0 Run mode 1 Show frequency 2 Show call level 0 7 3 Set Frequency Controls the Hy5x Inside Obstruction Loop Inner Arming Loop detector Hy5x OLD0 RUN MODE Out Arm Loop S...

Page 40: ...n the date and time display press SELECT 9 To exit the User Menu press the MENU button A gate status appears in the display indicating you have returned to Run Mode NOTE A lithium coin battery supports the clock so the date and time is retained even when the main power is turned off Replace the battery about every five years with a DL 2025 DL 2032 or CR 2025 or CR 2032 battery Refer to Clock Batte...

Page 41: ...can press OPEN to reverse direction 3 Press STOP twice to preserve the open stop location The buzzer chirps twice and the full open stop is retained in memory Test the Operator Complete the installation by testing the operation of the gate NOTE The operator must be turned on and in Run mode A Run mode display appears on the SDC If a Run mode status does not appear on the display press Reset If an ...

Page 42: ... gate closure take the following steps 1 At a gate status display press the MENU button twice This accesses the User Menu and the Close Timer display appears NOTE If you want gate personnel to operate the gate with the Hold to Close feature found in some push button stations then set the Hold to Close menu item to 1 When the Hold to Close menu item is active set to 1 the Close Timer menu item is u...

Page 43: ...s Wiring This section provides information about the Smart DC Controller its inputs for peripheral connections and its monitoring capabilities This section explains how to Make Connections on the Smart DC Controller Integrate with Security Systems Connect Accessory Devices www hysecurity com 2017 SDC Inputs Wiring MX3650 01 Rev D 33 ...

Page 44: ... external wiring refer to Troubleshooting Smart DC Controller Board COM COM COM COM COM COM COM COM STOP OPEN RADIO CLOSE OPEN OPEN P ARTIAL SENSOR1 EXIT LOOP BLOCK EXIT INOBS LOOP OUTOBS LOOP CENTER LOOP 24V EMERG OPEN SHOW LEDs RADIO OPTIONS S1 24V OPEN COM DUAL GATE COM A B U S E R2 COM NO DC COMMON TERMINALS RS 485 COMMUNICATION USBPORT USERRELAY1 Electro mechanical USERRELAY2 Solidstate 24VDC...

Page 45: ...TC ADDRESS OPEN CLOSE STOP MENU RESET PREV NEXT SELECT COM COM COM COM COM COM COM COM STOP OPEN RADIO CLOSE OPEN OPEN P ARTIAL SENSOR2 EXIT LOOP BLOCK EXIT INOBS LOOP OUTOBS LOOP CENTER LOOP COM 24V EMERG OPEN SHOW LEDs RADIO OPTIONS EDGE 24V OPEN COM DUAL GATE COM B A U S ER 2 COM NO DC COMMON TERMINALS 24VDC 24VDC 12VDC 12VDC 24VDC 24VDC 24VAC 24VAC 12VDC 12VDC SENSOR3 SENSOR1 SENSOR HyNet RS 4...

Page 46: ...41 Table 5 SDC Inputs Table 5 SDC Inputs Label SDC Terminal Wire Connections Commonly used for COM COM Common terminal all user inputs are energized when connected to common except Emergency Open All inputs except Emergency Open STOP Stop Button Normally Closed input Jumper to Common if input is not being used Line of sight external stop button or 3 button station OPEN Open Button Normally Open N ...

Page 47: ...avel It can be changed to N C contact through the Installer Menu Gate edge entrapment device sensor connections One input works for both travel directions EYE COM Photo Eye Common When the Photo Eye Open and Photo Eye Closed common wires are connected to this terminal the photo eyes energize only when the motor runs Photo eye connections Use these terminals to preserve battery power 24 24V DC 24VD...

Page 48: ...Two power supplies 2 terminals each are available for peripheral connections 24VDC 12VDC NOTE Each power supply and its corresponding terminals can be used in any combination to draw the available 1A maximum Hy5B Connecting Accessory Devices Devices such as gate edge sensors and photoelectric beams must be installed to protect against entrapment These secondary entrapment protection devices are re...

Page 49: ...e Navigation on page 20 Table 6 Programmable User Relays Table 6 Programmable User Relays Relay No Name Description Wire Connection 1 Close limit output Output can be used as an interlock signal to another operator s interlock input or simply to indicate that the gate is secure The relay is off when the gate is closed The relay energizes when the fully closed limit is released Any open command ene...

Page 50: ...il gate alert Controls an external warning device Activated when a second vehicle enters from the outside without a valid input from an access control device This output releases when an access control input signals open or the arm gate reaches the close limit Relay 1 12 Outside Obstruction Vehicle Detector output Interlocks an entry device to prevent pedestrian use This output is active whenever ...

Page 51: ...cur Relay 1 27 Not Open requires AC power When AC power is detected this relay activates when the gate in NOT on the open limit If AC power fails or the gate is on the open limit the relay is deactivated Relay 1 28 Flasher requires AC power Controls flashing lights that pulse 500ms per second The relay is constantly activating except when the open limit switch is triggered or AC power fails Relay ...

Page 52: ...rements the tenant counter when the Tenant User input is activated and IALD then CLD are tripped and released This activity signals a prepaid customer has exited the facility R1 R3 through R10 TENANT USER 37 Inbound Special Output N O Input The relay outputs a 250ms pulse and increments the special counter when the SPECIAL USER input is activated and OALD then CLD are tripped and released This act...

Page 53: ...s present Mode 2 The close timer does not wait for vehicle detectors to clear but instead it starts counting down as soon as the open limit is reached Mode 3 When both inside and outside obstruction loops are simultaneously active the gate will close immediately unless another open command is present once all vehicle detectors are no longer sensing active loops i e vehicle loops are clear Mode 4 F...

Page 54: ...etects passenger vehicles and motorcycles Automatic Lightning Suppression Where lightning strikes occur often connecting to the ground terminal minimizes the chance of activation or lock up Health Scores for Loop Hy5B monitors the loop for changes that are indicative of possible problems A score is accessible through the event log LG menu item Automatic Hy5A emulation mode for backward compatibili...

Page 55: ... NOT use THHN wire Check the Version of Software 1 In the field open the gate operator s Control Box 2 To view the software version press the RESET key To use Hy5B features the software version must be h4 55 or h5 56 or later Otherwise the Hy5B reverts to Hy5A emulation mode 3 If you wish to update the software download the current S T A R T software to your PC laptop and then load the gate operat...

Page 56: ...ation mode Some Hy5B features are unavailable GREEN PULSING Heart beat Normal operation RED ON Call Mode Status indicates loop activation in process RED FLASHING View display for more information Initializing or Faulty loop If initializing wait until initialization is complete If flashing during loop operation take following steps 1 Check loop wiring See Test the Vehicle Loop on page 45 2 Replace ...

Page 57: ...riggered NOTE Best Practice When re tuning Hy5B vehicle detectors verify that the loops are clear before pressing the Reset button CAUTION Do not connect Free Exit loop wires to the same Hy5B detector co ntaining obstruction loop wires reversing loops You cannot combine Free Exit vehicle detection with reversing loop detection If you attempt to do so vehicles crossing over the Free Exit will not b...

Page 58: ...nning each wire to the same location The only wires that are separate are the output wire to the Smart DC Controller and the detector loop input wires Always keep the detector loop wires well twisted beyond the area of the loop The lead in portion sealed in a saw cut does not need to be twisted so long as the wires are encapsulated in loop sealant and cannot move Pin 1 Pin 2 NOTE Both 24 Volts AC ...

Page 59: ... Dimension E 10 to 12 feet 305 to 366 cm if an access control device is employed Dimension F 2 foot minimum clearance 61 cm CENTER LOOP INNER ARMING LOOP IALD OUTER ARMING LOOP OALD FREE EXIT LOOP optional A B C C E Optional access control devices card reader etc Align along 6 ft edge of the Outer Arming Loop F x H Inductance Field created when Loop is active Effective height of loop H is 2 3 the ...

Page 60: ...der keypad RedLED heart beat indicates processoris working Mul coloredLED indicatespowerandgate status RS 232 Pressbu ontolight ac veinputs Ethernet expansion EXIT LOOP INSIDELOOP InnerArming Loop LOOP Not to Scale SENSOR3 SENSOR2 SENSOR COM OUTSIDELOOP OuterArming Loop CENTERLOOP Hy5B VEHICLE LOOP Loop Detector Common To LOOP terminal on Smart DC Controller BoxDetector If you have a simple set up...

Page 61: ...failure occurs an AL22 Alert 22 appears and the buzzer sounds The Traffic Control Gate maintains functionality whilethe Security Gate defaults to open until communication is restored or the Security Gate is manually closed NOTICE Center to center between gates 4 ft minimum 122 cm 9 ft maximum 274 cm Uni or Bi directional Traffic Control Vehicles must pass from one loop to the next without loss of ...

Page 62: ...4 ft Dimension D 6 ft 183 cm Dimension E 4 ft min to 8 ft 122 to 244 cm max Center Loop can be offset from C L of gate 1 to 5 ft 31 to 152 cm Dimension F 10 to 15 feet 3 to 3 6 m Optional access control devices card reader etc Align along 6 ft edge of the Outside Obstruction Loop Location changes depending on uni or bi directional traffic To sequence the gates set the Installer Menu item SG to 2 i...

Page 63: ...f Safety provides the MINIMUM safety standards Site gate hardware usage and other conditions may dictate the use of additional safety designs components It is up to the gate system designer and installer to assess appropriate safety design and components above and beyond minimum UL 325 and ASTM F2200 Standard of Safety Always check your local area codes and comply with all regulations NOTE Visit w...

Page 64: ...enerally less reliable in inclement weather or low visibility provides convenience due to minimal wiring NOTE In an outdoor environment because of reduced performance avoid using a retro reflective sensor to span a distance greater than 24 feet 7 3 meters Compatibility The UL 325 standard requires that a photoelectric sensor be laboratory tested and recognized under UL 325 In order to be compatibl...

Page 65: ...ollers CAUTION All external entrapment protection sensors must be NC sensor outputs and wired to the SENSOR COM terminal for monitoring and powering purposes The sensor becomes actively powered when the gate operator s motor runs Connect the four wires to the receiver and two wires to the emitter according to the following procedure A Supply power to the sensor 1 Find the 24V spade terminals insid...

Page 66: ...the opening of the PVC conduit at a 45 degree angle to act as a drip shield Hold the reflector against the backside of the PVC conduit by attaching a 3 inch male connector DO NOT cement the connector as doing so makes it difficult to reach the reflector for future cleaning To create a mounting base attach a 3 inch aluminum flange for example an electric meter hub to the connector This whole packag...

Page 67: ...the photo eyes up down side to side to align the emitter beam Audible Chirp Beam Aligned One No Two Yes 7 When the buzzer chirps twice indicating the photo eyes are aligned set the next photo eye if the site has one and continue the process until all photo eyes are aligned 8 Press MENU to exit Menu Mode and return to Run Mode 9 Move the gate with an open or close command When a limit is triggered ...

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Page 69: ...such as Open or Close FAULT Medium Press the Stop or Reset button ERROR High Serious issue that may require Technical Support Errors can only be cleared by pushing the Reset button or cycling power NOTE The green LED near the display on the Smart DC Controller is the fault indicator of the processor A steady green LED indicates the system is receiving power and operating in Run mode When a fault e...

Page 70: ...d The AC power switch on the operator lower rocker switch is turned off or the circuit breaker on the operator has tripped 1 Have a licensed electrician check the wiring 2 Connect AC power to the operator 3 Reset circuit breaker at electrical panel Reset the operator circuit breaker 4 Turn AC power switch on LOW 24VDC ALERT Flashes on display 1s every 5s Occurs when the battery voltage has dropped...

Page 71: ...eck gate hardware 2 Check for properly sized weight length of gate arm Alert automatically clears when the temperature drops below threshold BOTH LIM ACTIVE ALERT 5 2 chirps s every 15 seconds Both limit switches are on at the same time Possible causes Short in wiring Stuck limit switch Debris in limit plate area SwingSmart The SDC is seeing both limits tripped at the same time Repair any wiring i...

Page 72: ...able An unstable loop can hold the detector in a triggered state 3 The loop and lead in wires should be checked for problems and replaced if necessary 4 Check sensitivity setting on the detector STIFF GATE ALERT 13 2 chirps s every 15s The SDC detects a gate that over time is requiring more power to move it Usually caused by degrading gate hardware or debris in a slide gate track this alert appear...

Page 73: ...ps s every 15 seconds Communication issue exists The extended relay module Hy8Relay is not being recognized or it is not connected and values exist in the extended relay menu items Alert noted in diagnostic log NOTE Keep your HySecurity gate operators current by uninstalling outdated versions of the S T A R T application Be aware that the current operator software code is not compatible with older...

Page 74: ...un but movement is prevented Photo eye is blocked or battery is dead 1 Check the following and correct as needed Photo eye path Realign photo eye User Menu PE1 PHOTO EYE ALIGN Photo eye battery 2 Press RESET to clear error ACTION BLOCKED PHOTO EYE OPEN Photo Eye Open 1 chirp indicates command cannot be initiated Operator received command to run but movement is prevented Photo eye is blocked or bat...

Page 75: ...on No display ERROR 5 3 chirps s once per minute The display provides no indication of this error but it can appear in the S T A R T log and means that the Smart DC Controller has detected a serious internal error 1 Report any instance of this error to HySecurity Technical Support 2 Turn both power switches off to reset software 3 Use S T A R T to update the operator to the most current software v...

Page 76: ... Press SELECT again to accept what appears on the display To exit the Installer Menu press the MENU button The gate status appears in the display indicating you have returned to Run Mode NOTE On the StrongArmParkDC 14 you can also adjust the spring tension in combination with the dynamic reversing sensor A spring that is too tight can cause a false alert Other adjustments involved in the arm rever...

Page 77: ...event log the gate operator is in Menu mode and cannot run open or close 1 To enter the User Menu press the Menu key twice 2 Press Next and scroll until LG 0 OFF appears in the display 3 Press Select LG blinks 4 Press Next to change the number to 1 LG 1 ON VIEW EVENT LOG 5 Press Select The most recent event recorded in the log appears 6 To scroll through the event log press Next or Prev NOTE Hold ...

Page 78: ...StrongArmPark DC 10 and StrongArmPark DC 14 Schematics StrongArmPark DC Wiring Schematics 68 MX3650 01 Rev D StrongArmPark DC Programming Operations 2017 www hysecurity com ...

Page 79: ...StrongArmPark DC StrongArmPark DCS 10 Solar and StrongArmPark DCS 14 Solar Schematics Wiring Schematics Solar www hysecurity com 2017 Troubleshooting MX3650 01 Rev D 69 ...

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Page 81: ...r Laptop computer with Windows PC operating system XP Vista Win7 Win8 or Win 10 Minimum 128MB of RAM Minimum 5MB of hard drive disk space VGA graphics card minimum resolution of 800 x 600 Installing S T A R T Software Read the S T A R T User Manual and then take the following steps to download S T A R T software CAUTION The latest version of S T A R T is encrypted An error message will appear stat...

Page 82: ...hooting Codes on page 60 to assess and fix error alert and fault codes If it is necessary to call a distributor for assistance be sure to have your model and serial number ready Other helpful information includes the name of the job approximate date of installation software version and the service record of the operator especially if any work has been done recently Clock Battery Replacement A lith...

Page 83: ...duce the spread of corrosion by treating the areas with a rust inhibitor Replace worn out batteries On the StrongArmPark DC 14 spring assembly apply grease to zerk fitting and upper rod end HyProtect Breakaway Arm Mount The breakaway arm fasteners may need to be replaced from time to time Use the following table to gauge which fasteners should be used NOTE Each bolt is secured with an aluminum loc...

Page 84: ... Z inch 1 6 to 3 2 cm 6 To replace or re tension the drive belt Loosen the four motor bracket nuts and move the motor accordingly 7 Retighten the motor bracket nuts 8 Replace the drive belt cover and top cover 9 Turn the AC and DC power switches ON This cycles power which allows the operator to search for the target magnet and relearn its limits NOTE Be aware that the arm will cycle open and then ...

Page 85: ...Gate operation is affected by AC power loss depending on customer preferences and the configuration set by the installer in the AP AC LOSS User Menu Symptoms of a low battery may include Gate remains locked in the open position Gate remains locked in the closed position Gate opens five seconds after AC power loss and locks open CAUTION Before replacing the batteries turn off all power switches Use...

Page 86: ... battery and connect the black wire Connect the blue jumper wires between the two batteries Connect the red wire to the red terminal on the second battery 7 Replace the top cover 8 Turn the AC and DC power switches ON This cycles power which allows the operator to search for the target magnet and relearn its limits NOTE Be aware that the arm will cycle open and close close or open as it relearns i...

Page 87: ... Keys come with the operator Use a phillips head screwdriver to remove the plastic cover from the control box 12 6 Top cover Drive belt cover Drive belt Loosen DO NOT remove 4 bolts on motor cover plate Physical stop bracket Two phillips head screws Control box Smart DC Controller access Set screws Nylon bolts for breakaway bracket Motor See CAUTION continued Turn the page for more information Dis...

Page 88: ... Press SELECT SH blinks Press NEXT to set the handing Left or Right To accept what is being displayed press SELECT To exit Menu mode press RESET Turn OFF the DC power switch Install the breakaway bracket by aligning its splines with the gear box Assemble the arm apply power and re learn limits Finish the site installation SH R RIGHT GATE HANDING OPEN CLOSE STOP MENU RESET PREV NEXT SELECT L R Swap...

Page 89: ... Tip of the arm 1 4 inch fasteners NOTE Feed light cable through Pivot Block Connect arm light cables Tuck wiring inside arm channel Arm light cables inside arm s articulating bracket Pivot block inside articulating bracket Assembly of Lighted Articulating Arm Arm light connectors Channel in arm for light string Tools required Box end wrenches 7 16 and 9 16 inch Socket head wrenches 7 16 and 9 16 ...

Page 90: ...gh Pivot Block hole Create a cable loop See CAUTION Arm light cables inside arm s articulating bracket See CAUTION Pivot block inside articulating bracket Arm light connectors 12 7 Secure the arm to the Articulating Pivot Bracket using the fasteners provided Tighten securely with socket and box end wrenches CAUTION To allow full arm travel and minimal stress on the light connectors check the cable...

Page 91: ...emove Plugs in Chassis Secure cable with strain relief bushing Cable loop length 8 inches 20 cm Feed Cable through Chassis CAUTION To allow full arm travel the cable loop on the outside of the chassis must be a minimum 8 inches 20 cm in length NOTE When installing the breakaway bracket it must be turned 90 degrees See inset Proper orientation of breakaway bracket during installation Feed wiring th...

Page 92: ...ry installed magnet kill switch End cap Knob Breakaway fasteners Connections to Controller Female Quick Connects User2 Relay NO 24VDC Spade connections COM SENSOR 3 Spline collar bolt nut Exploded View Smart DC Controller Menu Mode Navigation Buttons To access Menu mode To change menu item appearing in the display To navigate through the menu item selections Press the Menu button twice Press Selec...

Page 93: ...0 DISABLED appears continue to press Next COM COM COM COM COM COM COM COM STOP OPEN RADIO CLOSE OPEN OPEN P ARTIAL EYE OPEN EYE CLOSE EXIT LOOP BLOCK EXIT IN OBS LOOP OUT OBS LOOP CENTER LOOP EDGE EYE COM 24 V EMERG OPEN SHOW LEDs U S ER2 COM N O DC USER RELA Y 1 Electr o me chani cal USER RELAY 2 Solid state 24VD C 24VD C 12VD C 12VD C S 1 24V OP EN C OM D U AL GATE C OM B A S E NS OR 2 S E NS OR...

Page 94: ...ch Front access panel HOLD toggle switch Physical Stop Bracket Position Breakaway Arm Bracket so the clamp opening faces up Remove Physical Stop Bracket 4 fasteners 12 2 Connect the red battery wire Refer to step 4 in the Installation Instructions 12 3 Press the DC switch ON and toggle HOLD switch to Hold Open 12 1 Make sure AC and DC power switches are in the OFF position 12 4 After GATE OPEN app...

Page 95: ...her wind flood fire terrorism or war or 3 damaged through improper operation maintenance storage or abnormal or extraordinary use or abuse Any modification made to products will void the warranty unless the modifications are approved in writing by HySecurity in advance of the change this exclusion does not apply to normal installation of approved accessories and or protective devices or sensors It...

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