D&D Controller Programming Information |
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The Programmable D&D Electric Motor Controllers include an RS232 communications port. This port can be used to adjust user settings such as throttle type, power settings, and speed settings. It can also be used to monitor operation of the controller real time.
The program runs on Microsoft Windows based machines, laptops or desktops using simple user friendly controls. D&D provides this software down-loadable free of charge (cables not included). |
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Programming Kit - click to Enlarge
(Controller NOT Included) |
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| A kit (pictured on right) can be purchased from D&D which includes: |
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Communications cable - RS232 to USB adapter |
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CD-R with Controller PRO operators manual, tech-notes, and the
Controller PRO software program |
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Wall wart (120 VAC 60Hz transformer) supplies 15-20 VoltsDC to
power the logic for programming. (International 220VAC 50Hz
input to 15-20 VoltsDC transformers also available) |
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Instruction Manual & Technical notes (Available for download below) |
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Free technical support |
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| System Requirements & Communication Specifications |
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| Communication |
Standard RS232 at 9600 BAUD (8data, 1-stop, no parity) |
| Compatibility |
MS Windows 98, NT, 2000, XP-HOME, XP-Pro, Vista (See
bulletin) |
| Controller Power Required |
15VDC min, 18VDC recommended - or Battery Pack voltage |
| Computer |
Standard IBM style with 232 communications port |
| Protocol |
Controller table ACSCII response - proprietary
communications (Controller Pro must be used) |
| Capabilities |
Read Memory, Upgrade Software, Change user settings |
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| Controller Pro Software - 3 Tabs (Screens) |
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| The Controller Pro software is broken into three tabs, Control / Throttle / Monitor. The controller must powered up before the screens will supply data. For more details on
supplying power - see the [Bench-top Programming Guide] link shown above. |
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| Control Screen |
Throttle Screen |
Monitor Screen |
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| Click on Images to Enlarge |
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| Controller Pro Features |
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| The D&D Series & Regen Programmable controllers, are user programmable controllers with the RS232 port available to
the user. |
| The Series-NP and Regen-NP (NP: Non-Programmable), are cost effective Stock Replacement controllers that are factory programmed only. However, they include many of the same features listed
below (just not accessible in the field). |
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| HPD (ON-OFF)
High Pedal Disable |
Programmable Models Only - Prevent motor controller from
providing power if throttle is applied prior to Key Switch Turned on |
| PLUG BRAKE
(ON-OFF) |
Series "P" models ONLY with A2 terminal lug. Provides
Plug Braking proportional to throttle position reaching full
"Plugging" (Dynamic Motor Braking) when throttle below 25%. |
| TURBO (ON-OFF) |
Provides higher seed when not in current limit and throttle is at
100% |
| 1/2 SPEED REVERSE |
Programmable Models Only - Limits vehicle speed in reverse
based on 50% of forward "Top Speed" setting. |
| MAX OUTPUT
CURRENT (0-100%) |
0-100% adjustment limits max current supplied to motor. Used
to limit power. (The 400A controller set to 50%=200Amp max) |
| UNDER VOLTAGE |
Sets the under voltage where the unit limits power and
eventually shuts off. Prevents battery damage |
| OVER VOLTAGE |
Sets the over voltage shutoff for the controller during excessive
regen or overcharging to prevent damage |
| THROTTLE UP RATE
(1-15, Default 4) |
Determines the rate of controller output power based on an
INCREASE in throttle input. Setting 1=slow, 15=Fast. |
| THROTTLE DOWN
RATE
(1-15 Default 4) |
Determines the rate of controller output power based on an
DECREASE in throttle input. Setting 1=slow, 15=Fast |
| BRAKE CURRENT
(0-100%) |
Series "P" Models - Adjusts the amount of Plug Brake Current as
a percentage of 100A of brake current
Regen Models - Regeneration Feature is a percentage of possible
current available
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| TOP SPEED |
Sets the top speed as a percentage of top-speed |
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