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Thames Valley Controls | Unit 15 | Manor Farm Industrial Estate | Flint | Flintshire | CH6 5UY | T: +44 (0) 1352 793222 | F: +44 (0) 1352 793255 | info
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Ethos Two Controller
User Guide
TVL No. 351
Issue No. 15
Date: November 2022

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TVC Ethos Two Specifications

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BrandTVC
ModelEthos Two
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1. Introduction

1.1. Purpose

Guide for installation, servicing, and fault finding of Ethos Two control panel.

1.2. Scope

Covers main variants of Ethos Two controller and key ancillaries.

1.3. Acronyms and Definitions

Lists abbreviations and their meanings used in the manual.

2. System Description

2.1. Safety Warnings / Precautions

Warns about lethal voltages and handling electronic devices.

2.2. Contacts

Provides contact information for Thames Valley Controls.

2.3. System Overview

Explains the Ethos Two Lift Control System, its modules, and communication protocols.

2.4. System Key Features

Highlights modularity, touch screen interface, ride sensor, event logger, and automated features.

2.5. Main Controller Specification

Details the technical specifications of the main controller, including CPU and features.

2.6. Environment

Specifies operating and storage conditions for the controller.

2.7. Standards

Lists relevant BS EN standards the controller meets.

2.8. Certificates

Mentions availability of EMC and Safety compliance certificates.

2.9. Help - Fault Finding Procedures

Describes software tools for fault finding like Solutions and Event Logger.

2.10. Main Controller CPU Hardware

Details configuration switches and layout for Main CPU, MMI, and ETSD Card.

3. MMI – Quick Start

3.1. MMI Key

Explains the meaning of different colored buttons on the MMI interface.

3.2. Screen Calibration

Procedure to calibrate the MMI touch screen if inaccurate.

4. Service and Feature Descriptions

4.1. Main Modes of Operation

Describes various operating modes like Normal, Door Disable, and Inspection Control.

4.2. Call Collective Modes

Explains different call collection options like Full Collective, Down Collective, etc.

4.3. Group Operation

Explains configuration for simplex, dispatcher-less, and HCD groups.

4.4. Door Settings

Details parameters for door dwell, operation, and protection.

4.5. Indicator Settings

Covers settings for indicators, speech, lanterns, and gongs.

4.6. Optional Service and Feature Descriptions

Brief descriptions of features like Accelerometer, Auto Recovery, Eco Mode, etc.

4.7. Checking Feature Descriptions

Explains how to check features like Final Limit Monitor, Safety Gear Monitor, etc.

4.8. Motion Feature Checks

Details checks for brake lift, dual valve, and iCON SMA valve tests.

5. Solutions and Event Logger

5.1. Solutions

Explains the Solutions button and its display of active events.

5.2. Event Logger

Describes the event logger's function, categories, and data recorded.

5.3. I/O Trace

Explains the I/O trace facility for tracking intermittent faults.

6. List of Events

7. Parameter Adjustment and Storage

7.1. Parameter Adjustment

Guides on adjusting and saving/restoring parameter sets via the MMI.

7.2. Precautions

Warns about removing the SD card and its impact on logger/settings.

8. Parameter Modification Procedure

8.1. Lift Parameter Modification

Step-by-step guide to modify parameters using a PC and JSON file.

9. Software Upgrade Procedure

9.1. Lift and Display Board Software Upgrade

Instructions for upgrading firmware on lift and display boards using an SD card.

9.2. ETSD Card Software Upgrade

Procedure for upgrading the ETSD card software using an SD card.

10. Expansion Modules

10.1. Call Modules

Describes available 8-way and 16-way call modules and serial landing network.

10.2. Feature Modules

Lists available feature modules (input/output) for interfacing with BMS or hall lanterns.

10.3. Serial Network - Installation Guidelines

10.4. Serial Network - EMC Guidelines

10.5. Serial Network - Fault Finding Procedures

11. General Installation Guidelines

11.1. Step by Step Installation Sequence

Step-by-step guide for installing the panel and commissioning the lift.

11.2. Testing the Lift

Describes various tests like Auto Run, Activate Service, Brake Test, and UCM testing.

11.3. General EMC Guidelines

11.4. Maintenance Required

12. Traction Lift Installation Guide

12.1. Precautions

Precautions specific to traction lift installation, including autotune and rotation check.

12.2. Introduction

Introduces the E300 regulator modes and drive characteristics.

12.3. Step by Step Installation Sequence

Provides a step-by-step sequence for installing and commissioning traction lifts.

13. Hydraulic Lift Installation Guide

13.1. Introduction

Introduces hydraulic setups controlled by Ethos Two.

13.2. Step by Step Installation Sequence

Step-by-step guide for installing and commissioning hydraulic lifts.

Appendix A1: Devices Needed for Initial Site Installation

Appendix A2: Devices Needed for Initial Site Installation - Lift controller using the Limax3CP

Appendix B: Laser Door Zone

Appendix C: Magnetic Door Zone

Appendix D: Handwind Unit – HW02 with Switch

Appendix E: Handwind Unit – HW02

Appendix F: Handwind Unit – HW03

Appendix G: Limax3CP Setup Guide (only if fitted)

Appendix H: Limax3CP UCM Testing (only if fitted)