User Instructions
User Instructions
Contents
1 Lost model alarm (LMA).
2 Jumpers.
1 Instruction sheet.
Programming the activation point
Remove power from the LMA.
Turn on the transmitter.
Place the jumper on, and reapply power.
The LMA should produce one short beep to indicate that programming mode has been entered.
Move the transmitter control to the extreme position that should cause the LMA to activate.
Remove the jumper.
The LMA will produce one short beep, followed a short time later by two short beeps that indicate the position has been read. If the LMA produces the 'not programmed' code (one short followed by one long beep) this indicates that a stable received pulse was not available - either the transmitter is turned off or there is no receiver pulse for some other reason.
Move the transmitter control away from the activation position to the normal limit position (where you do not want the LMA activated). The LMA turn on point will be set midway between this position and the previous position.
Connect and remove the jumper. The LMA will produce the 'programming complete' code.
Note: Need to program before the first time the LMA is used. Only needs to be programmed once. Yes you can reprogram the activation point any time.
Obtaining the glitch count
Place jumper on.
The LMA will beep the number of glitches it has registered.
If there have been no glitches a single long beep will sound.
If there have been more than 99 glitches two long beeps will sound.
For between 1 and 9 glitches than number of short beeps will sound. For example, 4 glitches will sound four short beeps.
For between 10 and 99 glitches the LMA will beep out the tens and then the units with a pause between them. A unit of zero is indicated by a long beep. For example, 13 glitches would be 1 short beep, a pause, and then 3 short beeps.
LMA codes
Sound |
Meaning |
1 very short beep |
LMA Startup Sequence
Indicates that the LMA is operating. This code should occur immediately after power up, or when programming is complete. |
2 very short beeps once every 30 seconds |
LMA Alarm Sequence
The LMA alarm condition is active. |
1 very short beep once every 5 seconds |
Low Battery Sequence
The LMA has detected a low battery condition. |
Short beep, long beep repeated |
Not Programmed
The LMA programmable activation point has not yet been configured. Power the LMA off and follow the instructions for programming the activation point. |
Long beep repeated |
Programming Failure
The LMA is in programming mode however programming cannot be completed. Power the LMA off, check that the transmitter is turned on and attempt the programming again.
There is a possibility that this will occur if the programmable storage in the PIC is faulty, however, normally it indicates that the receiver servo pulses are not present. |
Single short beep |
Entering programming mode
The jumper was on at power up and the LMA has entered programming mode. Various sequences of short beeps will guide you through programming mode. |
Three short beeps |
Exit programming mode
The LMA has completed programming and is entering normal operating mode. |
Other Sequence |
Glitch monitor output
The glitch monitor indicates the number of received glitches |
Frequently asked questions
Q: I want to control the LMA using the gear switch how do I configure this?
A: Set the gear switch to the position that you want the LMA activated in. Place the jumper on and apply power. When you hear the single beep remove the jumper. When you hear the two short beeps move the gear switch to the normal position and then place and remove the jumper. The LMA will sound the programming complete code. The LMA will now activate when the gear switch is moved to the activation position.
Q: What is the low voltage trip point?
A: The low voltage alarm will sound when the voltage falls below approximately 4.2V.
Warranty and Contact information
The LMA carries a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects. This warranty does not cover damage to the unit due to misuse, disassembly, crash damage, or for use with voltages other than standard 4.8. A custom LMA can be purchased for other voltage configurations. Contact Canuck Engineering for information or questions. Contact: Andrew Williams, Canuck Engineering, 310 Medinah Ave. Johnstown, CO 80534 Email: the_canuck@juno.com
