Return to TOC Curtis 1239E-1269E Manual, os 37.0 RevA – May 2021
1 — INTRODUCTION
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• Powerful operating system allows parallel processing of vehicle control tasks, motor control
tasks, and user congurable programmable logic (VCL).
• Built-in Dual Drive soware allows easy setup and control of typical dual-drive vehicles,
without VCL.
• CANopen compatible CANbus connection; other CANbus protocols are configurable
through VCL.
• Easily programmable through the Curtis 1313 handheld programmer and 1314 PC
Programming Station.
• Rugged sealed housing and connectors meet IP65 environmental sealing standards for use
in harsh environments.
• Compliance with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and EN13849-1.
• e 1269E adds the high voltage interlock (HVIL) to the traction battery and drive motor
connectors in an aluminum case.
What is New in os37.0
The Digital Out 6 Open/Short and Digital Out 7 Open/Short were updated to Digital Out 6
Overcurrent and Digital Out 7 Overcurrent to more accurately describe the feature as the open driver
checks were not performed. e current limit remains at 1 Amp. is name change also applies to
the VCL_BIT denitions,
• DIGITAL_OUT_6_OPEN_SHORT_FAULT = DIGITAL_OUT_6_OVERCURRENT_FAULT.
• DIGITAL_OUT_7_OPEN_SHORT_FAULT = DIGITAL_OUT_7_OVERCURRENT_FAULT.
e VCL_CONST denitions were also updated,
• DIGITAL_OUT_6_OPEN_SHORT = DIGITAL_OUT_6_OVERCURRENT
• DIGITAL_OUT_7_OPEN_SHORT = DIGITAL_OUT_7_OVERCURRENT
Note: e operating system (OS) since os36.0 added the ability to operate PMAC motors. However,
the OEM must insure that KSI power is active any time the motor is moving. Removal of KSI
power when the motor is spinning past the base speed may result in immediate controller damage.
Reference the PMAC (PERMANENT MAGNET MOTOR) parameter section in Chapter 4, or the
PMAC Commissioning in Chapter 8B for further detail on PMAC applications.
Getting the most out of the Curtis controller
Thoroughly read and refer to this manual to apply and configure the controller. Understanding
the installation & wiring guidelines, the parameter settings, the VCL functions, the initial
setup & commissioning, and using the diagnostic and troubleshooting guide are critical to a
successful application.
This manual describes the typical usage of the controller. If the intended application is not
illustrated or discussed within this manual, contact the Curtis distributor or the regional Curtis
sales-support office for additional technical support. The Curtis sales and support office-contact
information is available from the Curtis Instruments website under the International tab.
https://www.curtisinstruments.com/international/