Programmable Hoist Controller
Easy to use and affordable hoist control system
Computer positioning with or without encoders
Connect to digital load cells for automatic weight sensing
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The Programmable Hoist Controller offers fully computerised control, combined with the simplicity and versatility of a traditional manual hoist controller. Designed by experienced motion control operators, it provides as little or as much functionality as you need, whatever the requirements of a show.
The Programmable Hoist Controller Plus has replaced the original Programmable Hoist Controller and adds even more power and versatility, with an enhanced control panel and integrated Ethernet port, for the most demanding applications. Up to 10 controllers may be linked together, providing control of up to 240 hoists. PC’s may also be connected for full screen status display and remote control functions.
To achieve computerised control, an operator only needs to tell the controller what type of hoist is connected to each channel, and then reference the position of each hoist. Hoists may then be moved to the required positions and stored as cues. That's it. No complex computer system to learn, just select a cue, press go and the hoists move. Motion control really can be this easy!
This ease of use isn't at the expense of functionality. The Programmable Hoist Controller is packed full of all the features expected from an advanced motion control system:-
- Programme sequences with manual, timed and positional links, for easy playback of complex moves
- Run sequences, multiple cues and manual moves all at the same time
- Setup groups of hoists so that if one should fail the others automatically halt
- Connect digital load cells for automatic weight monitoring, with overload and underload protection functions
- Set password protection to stop unauthorised users moving hoists or altering settings
All this functionality can be selected as required, or simply ignored if not needed. An operator may also override all functions at the press of a button, giving instant manual control should it be needed.
Connecting the controller couldn’t be simpler. It basically acts as an intelligent rigger’s hand control, with ‘up’ and ‘down’ relay outputs for each channel, and can be connected to existing hoist control racks.
Features
| Compact 24 channels of computerised control in a 3U case Simple Compatible Reliable Safe Security |
Powerful Run multiple cues, sequences and manual moves, all at the same time Toggle switches for instant manual control and channel select buttons for fast programming and versatile live control Softpatch to re-direct channels should other equipment fail Positioning Time based positioning - the controller tracks the real world position of a hoist as if an encoder is fitted Weight
Monitoring
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Specifications
Think a controller this small must be lacking in specification? Think again...
| PHC Plus | |
| Channels | 24 (Up to 240 by linking controllers) |
| Single phase encoder positioning | Yes |
| Dual phase encoder positioning | Yes |
| Time based positioning | Yes |
| Optically isolated encoder inputs | Yes |
| Triple output relays for additional safety | Yes - (rated at 24V DC / 50V AC, 0.5A per channel) |
| Motor libraries for easy channel setup | Yes |
| Channel softpatch | Yes |
| Digital load cell port for integrated weight monitoring functions | Yes |
| Cues | 250 |
| Sequences | 100 |
| Steps per sequence | 100 (with manual, timed and positional links) |
| Groups | 240 |
| Shutdown of channels on error | Yes - (no hoist movement, weight underload* or weight overload*) |
| Shutdown of groups if a channel errors | Yes |
| High and low soft limits | Yes |
| Run multiple cues, sequences and manual moves at the same time | Yes (1 sequence, unlimited cues and manual moves may be run together) |
| Manual control | Yes - dedicated toggle switches give instant manual control at any time |
| Manual Override | Yes - Press the 'Manual' mode button at any time to take immediate overriding control of all channels, with all computerised protection functions disabled. |
| Manual halting and releasing of channels and groups | Yes - using the dedicated channel select buttons |
| Macro buttons | 8 |
| Controller linking | Yes (up to 10) |
| Free PC software | Yes (optional - a PC is not required to use the controller) |
| 10BaseT Ethernet port | Yes - for linking to other controllers and PC's |
| Full screen status display | Yes - using PC's connected to the Ethernet port (optional - the controllers screen also displays full status information) |
| Remote operation from a PC | Yes |
| Password protection | Yes - with multiple levels of security |
| Expansion port | Yes - providing remote go button input |
| Firmware Flash Upgradeable | Yes (upgrades are free) |
| Size | 3U 19" rack mount unit (483 x 133 x 325mm) |
| Universal mains input | Yes (85-260V 50/60Hz) |
Connections
ENCODERS
24 XLR sockets. Available as either 6 pin (allowing single phase or dual phase encoders to be used), or 4 pin (allowing single phase encoders only) for compatibility with existing systems.
(N.B. The PHC is fitted with the high quality Neutrik standard XLR6 connector, which is not compatible with the inferior Switchcraft version of the XLR6 connector)
CONTROL OUTPUTS
1 twelve pin connector per 4 channels, for connection to motor control distros etc. 3 relay output pins per channel - common, up & down.
LOAD CELLS
1 XLR4 connector, for connection to digital load cells.
ETHERNET
Neutrik XLR style RJ45 Ethernet connector. Connect directly to one other controller or PC using a cross over CAT5 / CAT5e network cable, or connect to a full network via a standard Ethernet hub.
Documentation
PHC+ OPERATION QUICK GUIDE
Download the PHC+ operation quick guide V1.00
PHC+ USER MANUAL
Download the PHC+ user manual V1.04
Software
PHC+ FIRMWARE UPGRADE
To find out your controllers current firmware version use 'Menu' > 'Setup' > 'Next Page' > 'About' > 'OK'
To download the latest PHC+ firmware revision (V2.05) click here
Use the Hoist-Net PC application to upload the new firmware into your PHC+
Ordering
| Models Available: | |
| PHCP-4 | Programmable Hoist Controller Plus with XLR4 encoder connectors |
| PHCP-6 | Programmable Hoist Controller Plus with XLR6 encoder connectors |
| Included In The Box: | |
| PHC / PHC+ | |
| User Manual & CD | |
| Ethernet cross over cable | For connection to a PC (if required) |
| You'll Also Need: | |
| Manual Hoist Controllers To Power & Run Your Hoists | Any standard hoist controller with a low voltage remote control connection. |
| Link cables between the PHC+ and your manual hoist controllers. | |
| You May Also Require: | |
| Encoders for your hoists and link cables | |
| Digital load cells and link cables | |
| A PC with a serial port or Ethernet card to use with the PHC | (Optional - not required to use the controller) |