This document provides a comprehensive guide for the Benincà TO.GO, HAPPY, and IRI.TX series of advanced rolling-code (ARC) 128-bit transmitters, along with their compatible receivers.
Function Description
The Benincà ARC 128-bit rolling-code encoding system enhances the security of the radio system. These transmitters are designed for various applications, including gate and garage door automation, and can be used with different types of Benincà receivers.
Transmitter Models:
- TO.GO Series (TO.GO 2A, TO.GO 4A, TO.GO 2VA, TO.GO 4VA, TO.GO 2AS, TO.GO 4AS, TO.GO 2AK, TO.GO 4AK, TO.GO 4ASE, TO.GO 2QV):
- TO.GO 2A/4A: ARC encoding, 2 or 4 channels, for use only with new compatible ARC receivers.
- TO.GO 2VA/4VA: ARC or HCS encoding (settable), 2 or 4 channels. Factory setting is ARC code, compatible with both ARC and HCS rolling-code receivers.
- TO.GO 2AS/4AS: ARC rolling code, 2 or 4 channels, supplied in packages with consecutive serial numbers for use with the Advantouch programmer for bulk storage.
- TO.GO 2AK/4AK: ARC rolling code, 2 or 4 channels. Cloneable version for duplicating existing ARC or Fixed Code transmitters, or can be used as a normal ARC encoded transmitter.
- TO.GO 4ASE: ARC rolling code, 4 channels, with advanced security features.
- TO.GO 2QV: HCS encoding, 2 channels, 868MHz.
- HAPPY Series (HAPPY 2VA, HAPPY 4VA, HAPPY 2AK, HAPPY 4AK):
- HAPPY 2VA/4VA: ARC or HCS encoding (settable), 2 or 4 channels. Factory setting is ARC code, compatible with both ARC and HCS rolling-code receivers.
- HAPPY 2AK/4AK: ARC rolling code, 2 or 4 channels. Cloneable version for duplicating existing ARC or Fixed Code transmitters, or can be used as a normal ARC encoded transmitter.
- IRI.TX Series (IRI.TX 4VA, IRI.TX 4AK):
- IRI.TX 4VA: ARC or HCS encoding (settable), 2 or 4 channels. Factory setting is ARC code, compatible with both ARC and HCS rolling-code receivers.
- IRI.TX 4AK: ARC rolling code, 2 or 4 channels. Cloneable version for duplicating existing ARC or Fixed Code transmitters, or can be used as a normal ARC encoded transmitter.
Receiver Types:
- External Box Receiver (ONE.2WB/ONE.2W0): Independent device for external application, with terminal board for power, antenna, and two settable outputs. Handles ARC, HCS, and fixed codes.
- Plug-in Receiver (ONE.2WI): Inserts into a molex connector on the control unit. Receives power and antenna signal from the controller. Handles ARC, HCS, and fixed codes.
- Control Units with Built-in Radio and Learning Button (e.g., CP.J3): Integrated receiver programmable via a button and LED indicator.
- Control Units with Built-in Radio Control and LCD Display (e.g., BRAINY): Integrated receiver programmable via a radio menu on an LCD display, offering advanced features.
Important Technical Specifications
General Transmitter Specifications:
- Power Supply: A23 type 12V alkaline battery.
- Battery Life: 2 years with 10 transmissions per day.
- Transmission Frequency: 433.92 MHz (most models), 868 MHz (TO.GO 4QV).
- Operating Temperature: -0 to +50 °C.
- Capacity: 230 m in open air without interference.
- Protection Rating: IP40.
Encoding Types:
- Advanced Rolling-Code (ARC) 128-bit: High-security encoding.
- HCS Rolling-Code 64-bit: Traditional Benincà rolling code.
- Fixed Code: Older, less secure code type.
Compatibility:
- ARC and HCS Rolling Code transmitters cannot be saved on the same receiver simultaneously. The first transmitter saved determines the encoding type for subsequent transmitters.
- Fixed-code transmitters can only be used with HCS Rolling Code transmitters when the CVAR logic (dip/switch) is OFF. They are not compatible with ARC transmitters.
- Some products are "ARC Only" and exclusively use new ARC transmitters, not allowing HCS or fixed code transmitters.
EEPROM Memory:
- Most Benincà receivers store transmitter codes in a special removable EEPROM memory.
- This allows for easy replacement of control units or receivers without re-storing all transmitters.
- Standard EEPROM stores up to 64 codes; high-capacity EEPROM (art. MEM 2048) stores up to 2048 codes.
Usage Features
Storing Transmitters:
- Box Receiver (ONE.2WB/ONE.2W0):
- Connect antenna (RG58 cable) and power.
- Press Program button (using a paper clip) until red LED lights up for CH1, or press twice until green LED lights up for CH2.
- Within 5 seconds, press the desired button on the transmitter.
- The receiver exits programming mode after successful storage.
- Plug-in Receiver (ONE.2WI):
- Insert into molex connector on control unit.
- Power control unit, connect antenna (RG58 cable).
- Press Program button until red LED lights up for CH1, or press twice until green LED lights up for CH2.
- Within 5 seconds, press the desired button on the transmitter.
- Control Units with Built-in Radio and Learning Button (e.g., CP.J3):
- Power control unit, connect antenna (RG58 cable).
- Press PGM button (or equivalent) for 1s; LED DL1 (or equivalent) blinks.
- Within 10s, press the desired button on the transmitter (e.g., for P.P. function).
- The receiver exits programming mode.
- Control Units with Built-in Radio Control and LCD Display (e.g., BRAINY):
- Power control unit, connect antenna (RG58 cable).
- Navigate to "RADI" (RADIO) menu using , <+>, <-> buttons.
- Select "PP" function.
- Press ; display shows "PUSH".
- Press the desired button on the transmitter. "OK" appears on display upon completion.
Advanced Functions:
- Selection of Encoding Type (TO.GO/HAPPY VA & IRI.TX VA):
- Press and hold T1 and T2 simultaneously.
- After ~3 seconds, the LED flashes, indicating current encoding:
- 3 flashes: ARC
- 4 flashes: ARC + HCS (T1/T3 ARC, T2/T4 HCS)
- 2 flashes: HCS
- To change, keep T1-T2 pressed for ~20 seconds until LED is fixed for ~3s. Release during this fixed light period to cycle through modes (3 blink >> 4 blink >> 2 blink >> etc.).
- Hidden Button Activation:
- For new TO.GO/HAPPY/IRI.TX ARC transmitters, press T1 and T2 simultaneously for at least 3 seconds. The LED flashes to confirm the "Hidden Key" code was sent.
- Remote Learning:
- Allows adding a new transmitter without accessing the receiver, within reception range.
- For Receivers One WB/WI:
- Press the hidden key (T1+T2 for 3s) of an already memorized transmitter (LED flashes).
- Within 5s, press the desired button on the memorized transmitter.
- Within 5s, press the desired button on the new transmitter.
- For Receivers Built Into Control Units:
- Press the hidden key (T1+T2 for 3s) of an already memorized transmitter (LED flashes).
- Within 5s, press the desired button on the memorized transmitter.
- Press the hidden key (T1+T2 for 3s) of the memorized transmitter again.
- Within 5s, press the desired button on the new transmitter.
- Remote learning is only possible with ARC and HCS transmitters, not fixed code.
- May be prevented during motor opening/closing for security.
- Transmitter Cloning (TO.GO AK / HAPPY AK / IRI.TX AK):
- Quick Cloning: Replicates all channels of an original transmitter onto a new AK transmitter.
- Press and hold T1 on the new AK transmitter. LED lights steadily, then flashes rapidly after 5s, then slowly after 15s.
- After ~15s, place original transmitter near new AK, continue holding T1 on new AK, and press any button on the original remote.
- LED on new AK turns off if successful.
- Advanced Cloning: Replicates a specific channel of an original transmitter onto a specific channel of a new AK transmitter.
- Press and hold the desired button on the new AK transmitter. LED lights steadily, then flashes rapidly after 5s.
- After 5s, place original transmitter near new AK, continue holding the new AK button, and press the desired button on the original remote.
- LED on new AK turns off if successful.
- Cloning is not possible for HCS coding transmitters.
- Additional Channels:
- 4-channel ARC transmitters (except cloneable AK) have 5 additional transmission channels (CH5-CH9) selected by simultaneously pressing two keys.
- The combination of keys 1+2 is reserved for the hidden key function.
Maintenance Features
Battery Replacement:
- If the LED flashes when pressing any button during normal operation, the battery is low.
- TO.GO: Open the battery lid by lightly pressing on both slits with a screwdriver. Replace the A23 12V alkaline battery, observing polarity (+ symbol on PCB).
- HAPPY: Open the battery lid with a screwdriver. Replace the A23 12V alkaline battery.
- IRI.TX: Remove the screw, then rotate the metal part to open the transmitter. Replace the 23A 12V battery.
- WARNING: Batteries are special waste and must be disposed of according to local regulations.
Instructions for Disposal:
- The product and its packaging bear a symbol indicating that it must not be disposed of with household waste.
- Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) must be handed over to an authorized collection point for recycling.
- Consumers may return waste equipment to retailers on a 1-for-1 basis (old for new).
- Large retailers (over 400m² sales area for electronics) must also accept small WEEE (external side < 25cm) on a 1-for-0 basis (no new product purchase required).
- Separate collection and recycling help conserve natural resources and protect human health and the environment. Contact local authorities for recycling information.
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