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1. Copy Report IMPORTANT Synchronize Date Time 33 Co Do not assume your PC s dock a to Clipboard PY is accurate or correct Always DPT Status verify that the time on your PC is in fact correct before using the Synchronize Date Time option Inaccuracy might have 4 unintended consequences in time critical safety i applications Product Support Fault reports technical questions and support requests can be e mailed to info alftech com We would recommend that you use the Copy Report to Clipboard option and include paste the DPT Hardware Status Report in your e mail request This will provide us with some detail as to the exact hardware version and configuration that you are experiencing problems with 22 Synchronize Date Time The Synchronize Date Time option will synchronize the DPT Hardware s time with the time of your PC s BIOS This will make sure that the DPT Hardware s onboard clock is synchronized with your PC s current BIOS date time IMPORTANT Do not assume your PC s clock is accurate or correct Always verify that the time on your PC is in fact correct before using the Synchronize Date Time option Inaccuracy might have unintended consequences in time critical safety applications Test Output Selecting the Test Output option will close the DPT output relay and activate whatever device you have connected to the DPT for 3 seconds 23 Project Report A Printable Projec2. as a fire emergency evacuation etc This cycle will continue until the EMERGENCY button is pressed again to reset the system The DPT has 3 LED indicators CI Fa 1 READY LED is ON if activated i e running according to the downloaded schedule 2 OUTPUT ON LED is ON when the output relay is ON e g ringing the bell 3 POWER LED is ON if powered DIGITAL PROGRAMMABLE TIMER O OUTPUT ON o POWER A RS 232 9 pin D Connector for the serial port connection to the PC is provided as well as two grommets one for the power cable and the other for the relay output EMERGENCY ESS TO RESET Hardware Features e 120 timers per day e 7 day week schedule e Clock accurate to 2 minutes year battery backed e Programmable via standard RS 232 serial port Hardware Connections e 90 260 V AC 50 or 60 Hz supply input terminals e Single pole single throw relay terminals e RS 232 serial port connector female Hardware Indicators e Power LED e Output ON LED e Ready LED DPT CONSOLE the DPT Software The DPT EN2 Hardware is supplied with DPT CONSOLE a Microsoft Windows based graphical user interface software which allow easy creation of scheduled events that activates the DPT Hardware s output relay The Schedule Details option allows you to create up to 120 individual events per day in a 7 day cycle During this proc
3. 852 5221 Fax 27 21 852 8111 E Mail info alftech com Marketing Sales amp Technical Support Telephone 27 21 851 7126 Fax 27 21 852 8111 E Mail info alftech com www www alftech com CONTENTS SECTION 1 Introduction DPT EN2 Digital Programmable Timer DPT CONSOLE Hardware Installation Replacing the Fuses Hardware Installation Hardware Checklist Software Checklist and tests Software Installation Required Hardware amp Software Installing the DPT CoNsoLE Software Running DPT CONSOLE UNINSTALLATION Connecting the DPT EN2 to your PC Troubleshooting U AS M anual DPT EN2 Electrical Specifications Electrical Specifications DPT EN2 Serial Connections DIGITAL Physical Layout and Dimensions PROGRAMMABLE _ SECTION 2 Introduction DPT CONSOLE Software TIMER Other Options amp Features Compatible Hardware DPT EN2 Creating new DPT Projects Save the new DPT Project Schedule Details A L F T E C H Compile and Download 1 Synchronize Date Time Alf Electro Technical Services C C 2 Activation and De activation PEJE Now tree Oso 02 Hardware Interface Setup PO Box 1718 Hardware Status Somerset West Product Support 7129 CAPE Synchronize Date Time Test Output www alftech com Project Report South Africa Om Ne FE HM WO LW tea Le SECTION 1 Introduction NE Product Overview Digital Programmable Timer DPT EN2 Digital Programmable Timer the DPT Hardware The digital programmab
4. g R amp BF oo CONNECTED COM1 STATUS Activated Fig 11 DPT Hardware Activation Deactivation Icons 20 Hardware Interface Setup The communications Port selected Digital Programmable Timer C My Documents DPT Projects P to connect to the DPT Hardware 2 Sasi gt ial os de can be accessed from the Options Oss Bel Ra X Clear Project History list Menu select Ports Your DPT Hardware is connected to your PC s RS 232 Serial communications Port Setting the correct port allows DPT CONSOLE to communicate with the connected DPT Hardware Fig 12 Hardware Interface Setup Dialog Program Options DPT Hardware Interface Setup Your DPT Hardware is Port Used connected to your PC s ra ie Caml C Com4 Standard RS 232 corset cable is used C Com2 C Coms Selecting the correct COM port will allow DPT Console to C Com3 C Com communicate with the connected DPT Hardware If this communications process If you are not sure to fais an appropriate ERROR i message will be generated which Port your Hardware Vase tales ac Weve Clete is connected to please option to ensure that the use the Detect option correct port is assigned or provided below make sure that the DPT Hardware is correctly connected and powered If you are not sure to which Port your Hardware is connected please use the Detect Icon as DPT CONSOLE will interrogate the ports installed on your PC to search
5. you to change all details 15 15 will mean 3 15 PM days if required related to the selected event STEP 1 Start by entering an optional name title for the timer you are scheduling followed by selecting the Pulse Time which is 3 4 the time duration in seconds that the output will be activated In a school bell type scenario this is the length of time for which the school bell will ring Enter the OW time in HOUR MINUTE e g 03 15 will imply 3 15 AM whereas 15 15 will mean 3 15 PM Once a valid ON Time and Pulse Time has been selected you can add this event to the schedule grid by Es M using the Paste Insert Icon 4 won You can add this event to several days if required STEPS 1 and 2 can be repeated as many times as necessary to set up your schedule up to 120 events per day To edit or change an event already added to the schedule grid you can double click on the selected event or select the Properties Icon in the Task Bar on the left hand of the Timer Schedule Dialog This allows you to change all details related to the selected event The Cut Copy Paste Delete Icons on the Task Bar operate in conventional Microsoft Windows fashion By vertically dragging across multiple cells in a specific day you can Copy and Paste your multiple selections to any other day provided that the target day does not already have a trigger configured for a similar time The Print Icon allows you to create a print out of your ti
6. DIGITAL PROGRAMMABLE TIMER A ALF PS U g sM anual CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN The lightning flash with arrowhead in a triangle means that there are dangerous voltages present within the unit The exclamation point in a triangle indicates that it is necessary for the user to refer to the owner s manual Important Safety Instructions Please follow these precautions when using this product Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions WATER AND MOISTURE Designed for indoor use only The timer is not protected against liquids They shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids shall be placed on them INSTALLATION The timer must always be installed by qualified service personnel Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Always disconnect the power before opening the unit Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heaters or other apparatus that produce heat POWER SOURCES The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the unit Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the unit GROUNDING Must always be connected to an earthed voltage supply Prec
7. FIX The hardware needs to be removed and a new battery inserted requires soldering After replacing the battery connect the DPT hardware to your PC and re synchronize the Date Time 11 DPT EN2 Electrical Specifications Electrical Specifications PARAMETER CONDITION VALUE Power supply voltage 90 260 V AC Supply current 220 V AC 50 Hz lt 40 mA Relay Contact Current 8 A Battery Backup time Power removed 16 days Real Time Clock Accuracy 0 C to 40 C 2 Min Year Serial Baud Rate 9600 Replacement Fuse Power 0 5 A Slow Blow Replacement Fuse Rela 8 A Slow Blow Replacement Batter 3 6 V Rechargeable DPT EN2 Serial Connections NOTE A 1 8 m RS 232 cable is included as standard The signals for the 9 pin RS 232 port on the DPT EN2 are listed below Pin Number Signal 2 Transmit Data to PC 3 Receive Data from PC 5 Signal Ground The table below shows the pin out of the suggested RS 232 cable used between a PC and the DPT The cable used is a pin to pin cable thus each wire is connected to the same pin on each connector Female connecting to PC Male connecting to DPT RS 232 Pin 2 RS 232 Pin 2 RS 232 Pin 3 RS 232 Pin 3 RS 232 Pin 5 RS 232 Pin 5 12 Physical Layout and Dimensions DPT EN2 ue El gt 154 00 MANUAL RING E EMERGENCY PRESS TO RESET Wall mounted Clip on bracket A Wall mou
8. autions should be taken so that the grounding means of this unit is not defeated Do not operate this unit with this connection removed SERVICING Contains no user serviceable parts Do not attempt to open the timer this may expose you to dangerous voltages and will void the warranty To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock refer servicing to qualified service personnel BATTERY This product may contain a nickel cadmium battery There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with an equivalent battery as found in the operating instructions Make sure the battery is installed with the correct polarity Discard used batteries according to manufacturer s instructions FUSING Never bypass or use any other type of fuse Replace only with the same type of fuse as found in the operating instructions Fuses must only be replaced by qualified service personnel Always disconnect from power before replacing fuses Product User s Notice E No part of this manual including the products and software described in it may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form or by any means except documentation kept by the purchaser for archiving purposes without the express permission of Alf Electro Technical Services CC ALFTECH ALFTECH provides this manual as is without warranty of any kind either expressed or implied including but not
9. ct The SECOND STEP allows you to save the new DPT Project using the standard Windows Save As Dialog Fig 6 Windows Save As Dialog Save in Parel Valley High School 4 a i My Recent Documents G Desktop My Documents My Computer a My Network ee File name fist Quarter School Schedule Save as type project setup file dpt Alternatively you can type a new or a different file name and then select the Save Icon to complete this process 16 You can also Browse to a Fig 7 Browse different folder or network location Savei DPT Projets J Fig 7 as well as create A an ag a Y a new folder before you ne My Documents Save the project Fig 8 Documents R below ra H 2 Etam AN Fig 8 New Folder Save in DPT Projects ct Ey Parel Valey High Schoo Create New Folder uo 82002 Term clocks dpt Mv Recent Schedule Details Fig 9 Timer Schedule Details Dialog Timer Schedule 07 15 3 0715 3 07 15 3 09 25 1 12 55 3 12 55 3 10 15 2 10 55 2 11 35 2 1215 2 12 30 2 13 10 2 13 50 2 14 30 2 Geleie facetes 1 Start by entering an optional 2 Once a valid ON Time and 3 STEP 1and2can NOTE To edit an event already name tite for the timer you are Pulse Time has been be repeated for as added to the schedule grid you amp scheduling followed by selecting the selected you can add this many times as can
10. displayed and the status report window 2 will show relevant progress messages The Status Report will provide visual text details during this process showing the most important steps and their progress You do not need to interact with this process unless an error has occurred upon which an appropriate message will be displayed TIP A successful download might be followed by two messages as illustrated on the following page 1 A message showing that the PC and the DPT s internal clocks differ with more than one minute which might have important implications in obtaining accurate timely results from the DPT schedule 2 A message showing that the DPT is not activated i e the schedule has been downloaded but the unit still needs to know that your intention is to proceed with running the downloaded schedule This option is provided to allow manual overriding of the DPT schedule in scenarios where the schedule has to be changed or ignored for a period of time i e when deactivated the DPT will not activate its output relay according to the downloaded schedule 19 1 Synchronize Date Time Compile and Download Data DPT Tips Compile and Download The asrent t to the connec Ss dh th Hardware Thi Establishing a Connection will provide vis Connected rch ire ai Downloading Day 1 i ach T Downloading Day 2 interact with t Downloading Day 3 unless and err Downloading Day 4 upon which ar Download
11. double ciick on the selected Pulse Time which is the time that event to the schedule grid by necessary to setup eventor select the Properties Icon the output will be activated Enter using the Paste Insert Icon your schedule up to in the Task Bar on the left hand of the ON time in HOUR MINUTE e g next to each day You can 120 events per day the Timer Schedule Dialog This 03 15 will imply 3 15 AM whereas add this event to several allows you to change all details 15 15 will mean 3 15 PM days if required related to the selected event STEP 1 Start by entering an optional Title for the timer you are scheduling followed by selecting the Pulse Time which is the time duration in seconds that the output will be activated Title Opening Bell Pulse Time 3 s ON 07 15 HH MM In a school bell type scenario this is the length of time for which the school bell will ring Enter the ON time in HOUR MINUTE e g 03 15 will imply 3 15 AM whereas 15 15 will mean 3 15 PM 17 STEP 2 Once a valid ON Time and Pulse Time have been selected Mon you Can add this event to the schedule grid by using the Paste Insert Icon You can add this event to several day s if required by clicking on the appropriate Paste Insert icon for the day s you would like to apply the scheduled activation STEP 3 STEPS 1 and 2 can be repeated as many times as necessary to set up your schedule up to 120 events per day TIPS To edit or change an e
12. ents in the Project Summary Dialog as well as the settings chosen comments and scheduled events as configured 24 Copyright 2004 Alf Electro Technical Services CC All rights reserved 25
13. ess you will be able to define all relevant options such as the Pulse Time duration and specific times at which the DPT output should be activated Digital Programmable Timer Project 5 Hardware Options Help Gi El CONNECTED COM1 STATUS Deactivated A AAA ALF ECH a A A DI Co ole CR RE igital Programmable Timer A A rn AAA A STEP 3 A A Can Br TIPS Schedul AAA A chedule Pan La Details A A rar DNS AA A A PS A PK A Fig 1 The DPT CONSOLE software user interface Configuring Schedule Details A new schedule with event details can easily be created in a three step process Fig 2 The Timer Schedule Details Dialog Timer Schedule 0715 3 07153 07153 09 25 1 12 55 3 12 55 3 10 15 2 10 55 2 11 35 2 12 15 2 12 30 2 13 10 2 13 50 2 14 30 2 Yaeertes 1 Start by entering an optional 2 Once a valid ON Time and 3 STEP 1and2can NOTE To edit an event already name tite for the timer you are Pulse Time has been be repeated for as added to the schedule grid you i care ane te coule scmanyuatip ctl anche rachel the output will be activated Enter using the Paste Insert Icon your schedule up to in the Task Bar on the left hand of the ON time in HOUR MINUTE e g next to each day You can 120 events per day the Timer Schedule Dialog This 03 15 will imply 3 15 AM whereas add this event to several allows
14. figuration off site Once properly configured the DPT Hardware can be mounted permanently in an appropriate location on site and if convenient stay permanently connected to a PC This allows easy updates or changes to the schedules if required without having to remove the hardware to allow off site programming DPT CONSOLE is backward compatible and supports all versions of the DPT EN2 and DPT EN1 Hardware 15 Creating new DPT Projects To create a new DPT project select New from the Project menu or click on the New Icon on the DAPP ae i CONSOLE Desktop Djaja e The FIRST STEP in creating a new DPT Project consists qr New Project of entering more information into the Project Properties Summary Dialog Fig 5 Project Properties Dialog Project Properties DPT Tips Su m ma ry Please fill in the relevant details as needed The details entered in this Summary Title fist Quarter School Schedule Dialog allows you to generate 2 a printable report as record of Subject Qi Schedule the current projectsday to day schedules induding detailed Author Stephan setting chosen Manager IS Dednam Company AI Tech Category Keywords Comments Parel Vallei High School Project Title Subject Author Manager Company Category Keywords and Comments For your convenience the text details entered allow you to generate a printable report as a record of the current projects objectives Save the new DPT Proje
15. for the connected DPT Hardware You can thus use the Detect option to ensure that the DPT Hardware is correctly connected and powered If this communications process fails an appropriate ERROR message will be generated 21 Hardware Status The Hardwa re Status can be Digital Programmable Timer C My Doc accessed from the Hardware Menu iil select Status HE Es hr y Activate Sn Ooa DPT CONSOLE communicates with the connected DPT Hardware to retrieve the system status as stored on the DPT Hardware If the hardware cannot be detected or a communications problem occurs an appropriate message will appear At such a time make sure that your hardware is connected to the correct port on your PC and that the DPT Hardware is powered Fig 13 Status Dialog DPT Tips The Unit Status dialog provides Hardware Status Report an be with the DPT Hardware All the details are read from the DPT Hardware and using the Copy to Clipboard Icon you can conveniently copy it s contents to the dipboard and paste it into a fault report or e mail for support at Timer Status Deactivated info aiftech com The Synchronize Date Time tion is used ak Product Code DPT EN1 pr drone z onboard dock is synchronized Serial Number 02080008 ih sc current BIOS The Test Output Icon allows Firmware version 41 0 se er sortie ll the DPT output relay and Unit date time 25 03 2003 21 35 07 day 4 are seconds
16. he fuse on the DPT Hardware to make sure it is not blown Replace with a slow blow 0 5 Amp fuse if necessary NOTE This fuse will blow if the power supply voltage exceeds the maximum recommended power supply voltage 2 Make sure that the RS 232 cable is firmly plugged into the COM port connecters on your PC and on the DPT Hardware 3 DPT CONSOLE has been incorrectly configured to communicate with the DPT Hardware using the wrong COM port FIX To correct this open the Options Menu and select Ports If you are unsure as to the correct port used use the Detect Icon to automatically search detect and set the correct port The DPT Hardware s time is different than your PC s displayed time Probable Cause 1 The time has not yet been synchronized This has to be performed manually using DPT CONSOLE FIX In DPT CONSOLE open the Hardware Menu and select Status Click on the Synchronize Date Time Icon to set the DPT hardware s time ALSO Do not assume your PC s clock is accurate or correct Always verify that the time on your PC is in fact correct before using the Synchronize Date Time option Inaccuracy might have unintended consequences in time critical applications 2 The DPT Hardware s onboard battery might have failed NOTE This failure will only reveal itself after you have initially synchronized the Date Time and notice that subsequently the displayed Date Time differs
17. ies the CD drive 4 Press Enter or click the OK Icon The InstallISHIELD dialog opens and will take you through the software installation step by step Minimal interaction is required Running DPT CONSOLE Once successfully installed DPT CONSOLE can be started by selecting the Start Menu click Programs click on the DPT Folder and finally click on DPT CONSOLE A short cut Icon will also be placed on your PC s desktop which can be double clicked to start DPT CONSOLE UNINSTALLATION Before uninstalling the software package ensure that the DPT CONSOLE application is closed Note that any files that are added to the DPT CONSOLE installation directory after the initial software installation will not be deleted by the uninstallation process You will have to manually delete these files after the uninstallation process has completed DPT CONSOLE can be removed by opening the Add Remove Programs applet in the Control Panel i e select the Start Menu click on Settings pick Control Panel and finally select Add Remove Programs Select DPT CONSOLE from the list of Currently Installed Programs and click on the Change Remove Icon Follow the uninstallISHIELD directions to remove all files as initially installed Connecting the DPT EN2 to your PC To download the scheduled program as created with DPT CONSOLE requires that the DPT Hardware must be connected to your PC with a RS 232 Communications Cable 1 Make sure that
18. ing Day 5 al xes x e Synchroni Downloading Day 6 Option is used Downloading Day 7 that the DPT H Download Successful onboard dock Timer date time 25 09 2003 21 23 14 day 4 with your PC s PC date time 25 09 2003 21 10 28 day 4 eis MA Warning When the timer date time and PC date time differ you will need to synchronize the systems The Synchronize Date Time option will synchronize the DPT Hardware s time with the time of your PC s BIOS This will en sure that the DPT Hardware s onboard clock is synchronized with your PC s current BIOS date time IMPORTANT Do not assume your PC s clock is accurate or correct Always verify that the time on your PC is in fact correct before using the Synchronize Date Time option Inaccuracy might have unintended consequences in time critical safety applications 2 Activation and De activation Warning By default the DPT unit is not activated even if a schedule has been downloaded As shown above a message will indicate this state and allow you to activate the DPT In scenarios where you don t need the DPT s functionality i e holidays or other special days you thus have the option to deactivate the DPT for such a period of time The DPT CONSOLE Desktop provides two Icons on its toolbar to allow manual activation and de activation when required Digital Programmable Timer C My Documents DPT Projects 1st Quarter School Schedule dpt Project Schedule Hardware Options Help Li
19. le timer can be used in all applications where a device e g Siren Bell Relay etc must be switched ON at a specific time of day or week The timer has a single throw relay output All timer set up and configuration is easily performed on a Microsoft Windows based graphical user interface application DPT CONSOLE running on a PC The PC is connected to the DPT with a RS 232 cable After downloading the scheduled program to the DPT the PC can be disconnected if necessary The DPT operates stand alone and does not need the PC for operation only for programming All scheduled program data is stored in FLASH memory and the data cannot be lost if the unit s power is removed The DPT has a backup battery which will power the internal clock only thus the DPT will not function without power It also has the facility to disable and enable the DPT from the PC The onboard clock is accurate to 2 minutes per year The complete DPT CONSOLE Software Users Guide is provided in Section 2 of this Manual Operation Individual programmed timer entries trigger the system output by switching ON the output relay The round button activates or deactivates the timer program A Manual Ring button is provided to allow manual operation at such times that a schedule program has not been downloaded or activated The EMERGENCY button overrides the active schedule when pressed and repeats a three ring cycle indicating an emergency condition such
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21. mer schedule Downloading your scheduled events to the DPT Hardware As soon as you are Satisfied with the configuration of your DPT Project you will be able to download the program to your DPT Hardware Fig 3 The Compile amp Download Dialog The Compile amp Download Dialog Shows the status and download progress and will report any errors as well as a mismatch between the Timer and your PC s date time If a date time mismatch of more than one minute is found an error message will notify you and allow you to synchronize the DPT Hardvvare s date time with the date time of your PC s BIOS Compile and Download Data Compile and Download Status Report Establishing a Connection Connected Downloading Day 1 Downloading Day 2 Downloading Day 3 Downloading Day 4 Downloading Day 5 Downloading Day 6 Downloading Day 7 Download Successful Timer date time 25 09 2003 21 21 34 day 4 PC date time 25 09 2003 21 21 52 day 4 Activation successfull Total Progress Download IMPORTANT Do not assume your PC s clock is accurate or correct Always verify that the time on your PC is in fact correct before using the Synchronize Date Time option Inaccuracy might have unintended consequences in time critical safety applications Note that you can also create a DPT Project in the absence of a connected DPT As such you will not be able to download and test your DPT Project without first connecting
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23. n below To OPEN Enclosure Insert Screwdriver Tip and lightly pull panels apart 2 Insert the power and relay contact cords through the grommets on the bottom cover 3 Connect the relay and power cord as shown in the figure below Make sure that the screws are tightened The timer must always be connected to the earth ground ho TN AU ve w Relay Siren or Bell lt 790 260 v AC 50 or 60 Hz Woy e OLI o SH zNa Laa MS ocio 8 A Slow Blow Fuse Fuse 250 mA Slow Blow N T 8 8 ge amp E oO z E x Oo JO Zz io 8 o p I SA a 8 Z Now assemble the enclosure making sure it clicks in when closed If the unit is wall mounted drill the holes in the wall using a 6 mm Va drill Mount the wall mount bracket After the unit is secured to the wall connect the power cord to the mains supply and the relay output to the load as illustrated above Consult the DPT EN2 Electrical Specifications section for the power requirements Connect the serial communications cable to the DPT EN2 and the PC Hardware Checklist If the unit is wall mounted make sure that the wall mount bracket is secured tightly to the wall Make sure that the screws in the power connectors are properly tightened Make sure that the grommets through which the wires goes into the unit are tightened Make sure that the serial port cable holding
24. nted Clip on bracket is provided with your DPT EN2 This bracket can be securely attached to the wall by drilling two 6 mm holes spaced 76 mm vertically into the wall Insert the two wall mount plugs into the 6 mm holes and screw the bracket securely onto the wall all Dimensions in mm SECTION 2 Introduction DPT CONSOLE Software DPT CONSOLE allows easy setup configuration and programming of your Digital Programmable Timer Hardware Fig 4 The primary User Interface the DPT CONSOLE Desktop Digital Programmable Timer Project e Hardware aia Help 0 D 1e i El LA Fe oo CONNECTED COM1 STATUS Deactivated ALP IECr EL Console IP ra ON SB Timer gt gt gt gt gt g Q g D gt gt D gt D gt y gt gt pe D gt A IA A ee 4 gt gt y gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt y gt gt j gt y gt o Details gt gt gt gt gt gt gt 2 gt gt gt gt j gt pe pe gt pe gt es s Compile amp T Download G A A A A OQ A A A A gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt Your DPT Hardware can be programmed step by step as follows STEP STEP 2 STEP 14 Create a new DPT Project file dpt by selecting the New Project Icon on the DPT CONSOLE Desktop Fig 4 above Once a Project file has been created you can always re o
25. pen the file to edit and modify the schedule and configure the hardware again Use the Schedule Details Icon to create a detailed Schedule with specific Ring times amp days and the Ring duration When you are satisfied with the configuration and design of your DPT Project you will be able to compile and download the project to the attached DPT Hardware Note that you can also create a DPT Project in the absence of the connected DPT Hardware As such you will not be able to download and test your DPT Project without first connecting the DPT Hardware to your PC This flexibility allows you to create various new DPT Projects with the intent of programming the hardware at a future time NOTE Any additions or changes made to your project while working within DPT CONSOLE is automatically saved to the DPT Project File Other Options amp Features 1 DPT CONSOLE provides options to select the PC Communications port to which the DPT Hardware is connected 2 DPT CONSOLE provides a Hardware Status report which detects the installed DPT Hardware 3 DPT CONSOLE provides a printable report which contains all details of the Project Schedule as configured Compatible Hardware DPT EN2 The ALFTECH DPT EN2 is a general purpose Digital Programmable Timer which provides activation of a relay when triggered by a scheduled event DPT EN2 is easily programmable with the accompanying software allowing full set up programming and con
26. r specifications relative to the defective product but need not be identical 2 The warranty does not extend to repairs required because of 2 2 Problems caused by parts or systems that do not form an integral part of the Products 2 3 Equipment control use maintenance or installations that are not in accordance with instructions and manuals provided by ALFTECH for the product 2 4 the product is repaired modified or altered unless such repair modification is authorized in writing by ALFTECH or 2 5 the product serial number is defaced or missing 2 6 Normal use which has exhausted the life of the product 3 ALFTECH makes no warranty that the operation of its software products will be uninterrupted or absolutely error free and no warranty that all defects in the software product within or without the scope of ALFTECH s applicable product documentation will be corrected 4 This warranty does not extend to any Batteries if installed in the Product 5 This warranty does not extend to any equipment installation assembly or system for which the supplier or installer thereof provides a separate warranty in which event the End user have to exercise his right and claim against such a supplier or installer in accordance with such a warranty 6 This warranty does not extent to the installation setup and configuration of the Product for which the supplier and or installer are liable in their respective capacities Products and Corporate na
27. red and the correct communications port has been selected 18 TIP Please see the Hardware Interface Setup section on page 18 if you experience problems with the device connection or Communications ports Fig 10 Compile and Download Dialog Compile and Download Data DPT Tips Com pile and Download The current Project schedule with events will be downloaded Status Report to the connected DPT Hardware The Status Report Establishing a Connection will provide visual text details Connected during this bg a z important steps al eir Downloading Day 1 progress You do not need to interact with this process unless and error has occurred upon which an appropriate message will be displayed The Synchronize Date Time Option is used to make sure that the DPT Hardware s Download Successful onboard clock is synchronized Timer date time 25 09 2003 21 21 34 day 4 with your PC s current BIOS 041 date time PC date time 25 09 2003 21 21 52 day 4 ave amena Activation successfull Do not assume your PC s dock is accurate or correct Always verify that the time on your PC is in fact correct before using the Synchronize Date Time option Inaccuracy might have unintended consequences in Total Progress is run messaces L Date Time difference between PC amp DPT docks More Info 2 The DPT Hardware has not Download CLOSE been Activated More Info Upon download the download progress will be
28. screws are tightened After powering up the unit test the output by pressing the Manual Ring button Disable the device now proceed with the software tests Software Installation Required Hardware amp Software It is recommended that you install the DPT CONSOLE Software on an IBM compatible PC running Windows XP Windows 2000 NT4 SP3 ME or 98SE at a minimum screen resolution of 800x600 Small Fonts As such the minimum PC hardware required by Microsoft is 133 MHz or higher Pentium or equivalent Processor 64 MBytes of RAM recommended minimum A 2 GByte Hard disk with at least 650 MBytes of free space VGA or higher monitor Keyboard Mouse or compatible pointing device A CD ROM or DVD Drive DPT CONSOLE has been tested successfully on alternative Microsoft Windows platforms but ALFTECH makes no recommendation of the use of such alternatives Only LIMITED support is provided if the DPT Products are installed or connected to such alternatives O OO OC OC OC OC Installing the DPT CONSOLE Software Before installing DPT CONSOLE please refer to the ReadMe rtf text file located on the installation CD ROM for the most current updates amp information The installation requires about 9 MBytes of hard disk 1 To launch the setup utility for your operating system insert the CD ROM into the CD drive 2 To start the installation click on the Start menu click Run 3 Type x SETUP EXE where x identif
29. t Report can be activated from the l Print Previevv Digital Programmable Timer C My Documents DPT Projects 1st Mie Schedule Hardware Options Help Icon as shown here Selecting the ws I print Icon DPT CONSOLE will i properes A automatically print the Report tO x EET your default windows printer ter 8 Print Exit PR Fig 14 Project Report Print Preview 1st Quarter School Schedule DER warn amp He Clase Schedule Report 20 10 2003 Title 1st Quarter School Schedule Subject Q1 Schedule Author Stephan Manager IS Dednam Company Alf Tech Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Satul 07 15 3 Opening Bell 07 15 3 07 15 3 07 15 3 0715 3 07 15 3 09 25 1 2nd Period 0900 3 09 25 1 09 00 3 0925 1 09 25 1 2n 10 15 2 10 15 2 10 15 2 10 15 2 1015 2 10 15 2 10 55 2 1055 2 10 55 2 10 55 2 1055 2 10 55 2 11 35 2 11 35 2 11 35 2 11 35 2 1135 2 11 35 2 12 15 2 1245 2 1215 2 12 15 2 1215 2 1215 2 12 30 2 12 30 2 12 30 2 12 30 2 12 30 2 12 30 2 13 10 2 1310 2 13 10 2 13 10 2 1310 2 12 55 3 13 50 2 1350 2 13 50 2 13 50 2 13 50 2 13 10 2 14 30 2 14 30 2 14 30 2 14 30 2 14 30 2 13 50 2 14 30 2 The Project Report preview allows you to see the report before printing The Print Preview Dialog provides basic functionality for viewing multiple pages as well as your printer settings and other relevant features All the details in the report are extracted from your comm
30. the DPT Hardware This flexibility allows you to create various new DPT Projects with the intent of programming the hardware at a future time DPT CONSOLE offers a detailed HTML web based help file that explains all options and software and hardware operations in detail In DPT CONSOLE select the Help Menu and Help to access the online help documentation The complete DPT CONSOLE Software Users Guide is provided in Section 2 of this Manual Hardware Installation Replacing the Fuses Always refer to the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS found in this manual POWER FUSE Only qualified service personnel are allowed to replace the fuse If the power fuse has blown it has to be removed from the Printed Circuit Board and replaced A soldering iron is required Only replace the fuse by a component of same type and with the same rating please refer to the DPT EN2 Electrical Specifications section below LOAD FUSE Only qualified service personnel are allowed to replace the fuse Remove the fuse and replace Only replace the fuse by a component of same type and with the same rating please refer to the DPT EN2 Electrical Specifications section below Before the fuse is replaced the cause of the failure must be determined Hardware Installation Always refer to the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS found in this manual The timer must only be installed by qualified service personnel 1 Remove the timer from its packaging and open it by using a screwdriver as show
31. the DPT Hardware is disconnected from its power source 2 Plug the serial cable into the desired communications port at the back of your PC and plug the other end of the cable into the DPT EN2 hardware s RS 232 port connector 3 Connect the DPT Hardware s power source and make sure it is switched ON The power LED will glow green Please make sure that DPT CONSOLE is configured to communicate with the correct COM port to which the RS 232 cable is connected To automatically detect and set the correct port open the Options Menu and select Ports The Detect Icon can be selected to locate the connected DPT hardware Software Checklist and tests e Install the DPT Console software e Select Options Ports from the Menu and press DETECT Make sure that the DPT was successfully detected e Make sure that the PC s clock is correct You can use the telephone to do so Now select Hardware Status Make sure that the DPT status received is correct Now press the Synchronize Date Time button e Press the Test DPT Output button Make sure that the DPT output did go on for approx 3 seconds e Create a schedule download and Activate the DPT The complete DPT CONSOLE Software Users Guide is provided in Section 2 of this Manual 10 Troubleshooting D connected DPT Hardware Probable Cause Le Make sure that the DPT Hardware is powered and the power LED glows bright green ALSO If powered and the Power LED is not ON check t
32. vent already added to the schedule grid you can double click on the selected event or select the Properties Icon in the Task Bar on the left hand of the oa Timer Schedule Dialog This allows you to change all details related to the selected event COG The Cut Copy Paste Delete Icons on the Task Bar operate in conventional Microsoft Windows fashion By vertically dragging across multiple cells in a specific day you can Copy and Paste your multiple selections to any other day provided that the target day does not already have a trigger configured for a similar time The Print Icon allows you to Fresertes i j En create a print out of your timer schedule 8 Enin F amp ste xX Dejala STEP 4 Selecting CLOSE will allow you to return to the DPT CONSOLE Desktop and continue with the next step downloading the Timer Schedule to the DPT Hardware Compile and Download Once a project has been configured it needs to be downloaded onto your DPT Hardware Select the Compile and Download Icon to download the current Projects schedule timer with events to the connected DPT Hardware NOTE If the DPT is not connected or the connection via the PC s communications ports is not configured or fails a message Could not Establish a Connection will be displayed in the status report To configure the correct Communication ports and establish a connection please make sure that the DPT is connected to the PC the unit is powe
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