D-Box G3 Bedienungsanleitung
CONFIDENTIAL
D-BOX – ACM_G3_INSTALLATION GUIDE - 209-914-0002-EN2 Februar 2020
G3 MOTION SYSTEM INSTALLATION MANUAL
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TABLE
OF
CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................... III
Introduction ................................................................................................................ 2
Op rating Conditions ................................................................................................... 2
Softwar - Motion Cor ............................................................................................... 2
Softwar – Motion Syst m Configurator ...................................................................... 3
Motion S stem Configuration and Actuator Positioning .......................................................................................4
Communication modul - KCU-1P ................................................................................ 4
KCU-1P Power up....................................................................................................................................................6
Actuator Control Modul ............................................................................................. 6
ACM G3 families and compatibilit ........................................................................................................................6
ACM Connections ...................................................................................................................................................7
ACM G3 LED Status .................................................................................................................................................9
Actuator ...................................................................................................................... 9
Maximum axial load ...............................................................................................................................................9
Weight Distribution ............................................................................................................................................. 10
Actuator Acceleration .......................................................................................................................................... 11
Distance between actuators ................................................................................................................................ 11
Actuator alignment .............................................................................................................................................. 12
Actuator straightness .......................................................................................................................................... 12
Level surface ........................................................................................................................................................ 12
Motion Syst m Acc ssori s ........................................................................................ 13
Power converter .................................................................................................................................................. 13
Pivot ..................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Captive Endings ................................................................................................................................................... 13
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R moval/Installation proc dur s ................................................................................ 14
H-Bracket for 1.5 in HD Actuator - AC10 ............................................................................................................. 14
H-Bracket for 3in Actuator - AC231 ..................................................................................................................... 15
H-Bracket for 6in actuator - AC360 ..................................................................................................................... 16
Captive ending ..................................................................................................................................................... 17
1.5-inch actuator - AC218 .................................................................................................................................... 19
3-inch actuator – AC231 ...................................................................................................................................... 22
6-inch actuator - AC360 ....................................................................................................................................... 24
AC218 Actuator R plac m nt ..................................................................................... 26
Removal ............................................................................................................................................................... 26
Installation ........................................................................................................................................................... 27
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IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read and follow these instructions step-b -step.
2. Keep them for future reference.
3. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and heed all warnings.
4. Do not use this apparatus near water.
5. Onl clean with a dr cloth.
6. Do not block an ventilation openings.
7. Do not install near an heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
8. Do not defeat the safet purpose of the polarized or grounding-t pe plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one
wider than the other. A grounding-t pe plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prongs are provided for our safet . If the provided plug does not fit into our outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
9. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularl at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where the exit from the apparatus.
10. Onl use attaching hardware/accessories specified b the manufacturer.
11. Use onl with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified b the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When
a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injur from tip-over.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in an
wa , including damage to power-suppl cord or plug, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normall , or has been dropped.
14. Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are
placed on the apparatus.
15. To completel disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power suppl cord plug from the AC
receptacle.
16. The mains plug of the power suppl cord shall remain readil operable.
17. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
The lightning flash with arrowhead s mbol within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure
that ma be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompan ing the product.
This s mbol indicates that ou must communicate with the
manufacturer for disposal of the equipment.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
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Thank ou for purchasing a D-BOX Motion S stem, the most immersive experience for the simulation and game markets.
We strongl advise that ou read the guidelines before assembling and using our Motion S stem.
Do not hesitate to contact us if ou have questions.
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I
NTRODUCTION
D-BOX Motion S stems are evolutive and scalable. Integrated into a seat, platform or simulator, the are
designed to simulate a range of textures and scalable axes of movement. Whatever ou require, D-BOX can help
ou select the best arrangement of actuators.
The following components are part of the D-BOX Motion Syst m:
Motion Syst m: a complete architecture of hardware and software providing motion.
Actuator: an assembl of motor and mechanic providing movements and vibrations.
Actuator Control Modul (ACM): provides power and control to the actuators. Controls the power sent
to the motor and adjusts the precise rotation according to the feedback from an encoder within the
actuator.
Communication Modul : electronic component used to transmit motion code, converting a signal
format to another one.
Motion Sourc : various applications generating motion data for the D-BOX Motion S stem.
When integrating our D-BOX s stem, please compl with the following guidelines. If ou must deviate
from the guidelines, please contact us to make sure ou are still using the s stem as prescribed.
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PERATING
C
ONDITIONS
The D-BOX Motion S stem shall be operated in controlled environmental conditions, per the following
specifications:
Power Requirements 100 – 230VAC, 60Hz, 0.63A, Output: +48VDC,
compatible with CAN – USA and EU power s stems
Operating Temperature Range 0 – 40°C
Operating H grometr 10 – 50%
Maximum Operating Altitude 2000 meters above sea level
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OFTWARE
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M
OTION
C
ORE
The D-BOX Motion S stem requires the installation of the Motion Core application on the host PC. The
application is available for download on the D-BOX website (www.d-box.com)
Please follow the Motion Core instructions for installation and use.
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S
OFTWARE
–
M
OTION
S
YSTEM
C
ONFIGURATOR
NOTE: D-BOX upgrades the ACM firmware on a regular basis. D-BOX therefore recommends that
ou update our equipment to the latest firmware version, upon reception, with the Motion
S stem Configurator
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.
Each ACM comes with a default configuration based upon the Motion S stem architecture. Here is the list of the
factor configurations. The letters describing the actuator position refers to the next table.
MOTION SYSTEM
ARCHITECTURE
FACTORY
CONFIGURATION
ACTUATOR POSITION
(S figur b low) DESCRIPTION
1 actuator 1 YAW Y
1 ACM
-
MASTER with 1 horizontal
actuator ensuring the YAW movement
of the simulator.
2 actuators 2 BACK BL - BR 1 ACM-MASTER with 2 actuators at the
back of the pivot point on the simulator.
3 actuators 2 BACK/1 YAW BL – BR - Y
1 ACM-MASTER with 2 actuators at the
back of the pivot point on the simulator.
1 ACM-SLAVE with 1 horizontal actuator
ensuring the YAW movement of the
simulator.
4 actuators 2 BACK/2 FRONT BL – BR –FL - FR
1 ACM-MASTER with 2 actuators at the
front end of the simulator.
1 ACM-SLAVE with 2 actuators at the
back end of the simulator.
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see the Motion S stem Configurator installation and user Manual, D-BOX document number 194-914-0010-EN3
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You ma have a configuration requirement different from the factor configuration. If this is the case, ou need
to change it using the Motion S stem Configurator
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to modif the configuration BEFORE ou install our Motion
S stem. The D-BOX Motion S stem Configurator application attributes a specific ACM port to each actuator
position.
A good practice is to replace the sticker on our ACM to reflect the new configuration.
Motion System Configu ation and Actuato Positioning
The letters represent the position of the actuators:
LEGEND POSITION PICTOGRAM REFERENCE
FL Front-Left
FC
F
ront
-
Center
FR
Front
-
Right
BL
Back
-
Left
BC
Back
-
Center
BR Back-Right
SU Surge
SW Swa
Y Yaw
For example: For a t pical roll, pitch, heave configuration with 4 vertical actuators, actuators at positions 1 and 2
connect to the Master ACM and actuators at positions 3 and 4 connect to the Slave ACM. For additional details
on the ACM configuration, please read the Motion S stem Configurator Guide.
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OMMUNICATION MODULE
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KCU-1P
The KCU-1P is a communication module that transmits the data from the Motion Source to the first ACM in the
chain.
CAUTION: avoid conn cting th KCU-1P into th USB port of a Windows PC b for th Motion
Cor application has b n install d. Although th application installs its lf as soon as th KCU-
1P is conn ct d to th comput r, it r quir s driv r fil s to compl t th installation proc ss.
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CAUTION: Th KCU-1P works with a D-BOX G2 or G3 ACM. N v r conn ct th KCU-1P to an
ACM-I (G1).
The KCU-1P comes with an installation bracket and a power suppl . It has 2 ports and a power input jack.
PORTS / JACK RECOMMENDED CABLE COMMENTS
MASTER OUT Use a shielded CAT.5e or CAT.6e cable to
connect the KCU-1P to a D-BOX ACM G3
(Actuator Control Module).
Make sure ou use a shielded CAT.5e or CAT.6e
cable and the RJ-45 at each end features a metal
jacket.
Connect one end of the cable to the MASTER OUT
port of the KCU-1P.
Connect the other end of the cable to the MASTER
IN Port of the ACM G3.
The total length should be 100 ft. (30.5m) or
less – KCU-1P to last seat.
USB Use a USB-A / USB-B cable to connect the KCU-
1P to the Windows base computer.
Connect the USB-B end of the cable to the USB
port of the KCU-1P.
Connect the USB-A end of the cable to the USB
port of the computer.
The total length of the USB cable should be 6 ft
(1
.8m) or less
.
POWER 100 – 230VAC, 50 - 60Hz, 0.63A
Output: +48VDC
Alwa s connect the power cable to a grounded
receptacle.
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KCU-1P Powe up
At power up, the front LED shows the status of the KCU-1P.
Power up sequence:
● RED: 48V power present but no USB connection.
● ORANGE: Connected to the PC USB port, drivers are installed. The unit is read to operate.
● GREEN: Active Motion.
NOTE: On KCU-1P can provid th motion signal for a maximum of 20 daisy-chain d ACM G3.
A
CTUATOR
C
ONTROL
M
ODULE
ACM
G3
families and compatibility
There exists multiple ACM in the G3 architecture. The following table outlines the ACM G3 compatibilit with
different actuator models.
ACM
G3
TRAVEL MODEL MAX NUMBER OF
ACTUATORS PER ACM
ACM
G3
w DISCHARGE
Master, Slave
1.5 in
250i
2
400i
250HD
400HD
3 in
250i
-
3
2
400i-3
ACM
G3
w DISCHARGE & FAN
Master, Slave
6 in 500HD 2
NOTE: ACMs are programmed to work with a specific actuator model and at a specific place in
the architecture (Master/Slave). Thus, ACMs are not interchangeable.
NOTE: In the G3 architecture, the ACMs are onl compatible with a G3 actuator (motor and
mechanics). Different generations of components are not compatible with each other.
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