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Rickwhite: /* Module Address Switch */

2026-07-10T16:27:03Z

Module Address Switch

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	=== Module Address Switch ===		=== Module Address Switch ===
	Module addresses are human readable (not binary). The switches are numbered 1 to 3 left to right at the top of each module. Set module 4 as 3+1, module 5 as 3+2.		Module addresses are human readable (not binary). The switches are numbered 1 to 3 left to right at the top of each module. Set module 4 as 1+3, module 5 as 2+3.

	~~For single panels needing 25 to 32 note outputs, module number 7 (switches 1~~+~~2 ON) and 8 (all switches ON) will be specified, but these addresses are generally reserved for Combo modules~~.

	==== Non-musical controls ====		==== Non-musical controls ====
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	* Panel 2 outputs notes C to B (third and fourth octaves)		* Panel 2 outputs notes C to B (third and fourth octaves)
	* Panel 3 outputs notes C to B (fifth and sixth octaves)		* Panel 3 outputs notes C to B (fifth and sixth octaves)


	===== Seven or eight output modules =====		===== Seven or eight output modules =====
	From 25 to 32 fully chromatic outputs on a single panel. Address the modules from 0 to 7:		From 25 to 32 fully chromatic outputs on a single panel. Address the modules from 0 to 7:
	* Module 6: 1 ~~and~~ 2 ON		* Module 6: 1+2 ON
	* Module 7: 1, 2 ~~and~~ 3 ON		* Module 7: 1+2+3 ON

	== Installation ==		== Installation ==

Rickwhite: /* Carillon panels */

2026-07-10T16:18:36Z

Carillon panels

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	==== Carillon panels ====		==== Carillon panels ====
	~~Carillon panels come in three sizes~~. Notes given are for a non-transposed instrument. Transposition is set up in the controller if needed.		* Standard configuration Map switches 4&5 are OFF, 6 is ON.
	* Interface configuration Map switch 6 is ON.		* Custom configurations (Interface module will have a label indicating the specials file number F''nnnnn'') for sub-bourdons and missing semitones Map switches 4&5 are ON, 6 is OFF.

			Notes given are for a non-transposed instrument. Transposition is set up in the controller if needed.
	===== Five output modules =====		===== Five output modules =====
	Up to three 20 output panels support five octaves minus one semitone. Address the modules from 1 to 5:		Up to three 20 output panels support five octaves minus one semitone. Address the modules from 1 to 5:
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	* Panel 3 outputs notes C to B (fifth and sixth octaves)		* Panel 3 outputs notes C to B (fifth and sixth octaves)

	~~Custom mapping available for sub-bourdons and missing semitones.~~

	===== Seven or eight output modules =====		===== Seven or eight output modules =====

Rickwhite: Wall mounted AX

2026-07-10T16:11:20Z

Wall mounted AX

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	If shielded cable is used (recommended), connect the shield to the lower right mounting screw of the Interface Module. Do not connect the shield at the controller end.		If shielded cable is used (recommended), connect the shield to the lower right mounting screw of the Interface Module. Do not connect the shield at the controller end.

			===== AX Wall Mount Controller =====
			The interface connector's 12V has insufficient current to power the AX Controller. In this case the tower panel will have a DIN rail mounted power supply to provide operating current for the controller. The data cable should have at least 18 AWG wires for lengths over 50 feet.

	==== AX Fiber optic cable ====		==== AX Fiber optic cable ====

Rickwhite: /* AX Fiber - blind option

2026-07-10T16:05:55Z

/* AX Fiber - blind option

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	==== AX Fiber optic cable ====		==== AX Fiber optic cable ====
			Use [[Optical_fiber_interface\|Multi-mode Duplex cable]] with two ST connectors at each end. Use care when installing the cable to prevent kinks and damage to the ends. The ends should be marked by color, number or with specification text on one channel of the 'zip' cord. Whichever channel is plugged into the left STATUS of the tower panel, also connects to the left STATUS connector on the rear of the AX touch screen controller. The opposite color should be plugged into the right DATA connectors at both ends.

	~~Use [[Optical_fiber_interface\|Multi-mode Duplex cable]] with two ST connectors at each end. Use care when installing~~ the ~~cable to prevent kinks and damage~~ to the ~~ends~~. ~~The ends should be marked by color, number or with specification text on~~ one channel ~~of the~~ '~~zip~~' ~~cord. Whichever channel is plugged into the left STATUS of the tower panel, also connects to the left STATUS connector on the rear of~~ the ~~AX touch screen~~ controller~~. The opposite color should be plugged into the right DATA connectors at both ends~~.		Fiber STATUS is required for the AX controller to see that the tower panel is ready. If only one fiber channel is available, request a '''BLIND FIBER''' interface for the controller.

	For ~~multipanel~~ carillon installations, only Panel 1 will have the optical interface. Parallel the 485 terminals of ~~Panel 1 and the additional panel(s)~~.		For multi-panel carillon installations, only Panel 1 will have the optical interface. Parallel the 485 DATA terminals of all tower panels.

	==== LX Systems ====		==== LX Systems ====

Rickwhite: /* 3721 Combo Module */

2026-07-10T16:01:31Z

3721 Combo Module

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	This module supports up to three swinging bells.		This module supports up to three swinging bells.

	Connect low current swinging motor enable lines to the ~~3740~~ Relay modules as follows:		Connect low current swinging motor enable lines to the 3721 Relay modules as follows:
	* intelliSwing motor panel '''L1 OUT''' (from logic circuit breaker) connects to 3721 '''FUSED INPUT''' terminal		* intelliSwing motor panel '''L1 OUT''' (from logic circuit breaker) connects to 3721 '''FUSED INPUT''' terminal
	* intelliSwing motor panel '''S1 IN''' (switch input) connects to ~~3740~~ '''1 N.O.''' terminal		* intelliSwing motor panel '''S1 IN''' (switch input) connects to 3721 '''1 N.O.''' terminal
	** subsequent motors similarly connect to their respective outputs.		** subsequent motors similarly connect to their respective outputs.

Rickwhite: /* Error lights */

2026-07-10T16:00:14Z

Error lights

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	Configuration errors are indicated by blinking Input light on the interface board. If no error lights are lit on output modules then the problem is an invalid setting of the Panel Configuration switch on the interface board. If an error light is lit on an output module, its address switch is incorrectly set for that type of panel.		Configuration errors are indicated by blinking Input light on the interface board. If no error lights are lit on output modules then the problem is an invalid setting of the Panel Configuration switch on the interface board. If an error light is lit on an output module, its address switch is incorrectly set for that type of panel.

	Correctly configured modules will result in a self test that activates outputs from left to right ~~(in Up sequencing mode)~~.		Correctly configured modules will result in a self test that activates outputs from left to right, unless a combo board for the largest bell is at the right end of the array.

	* Two modules error lights do not come on (other modules do)		* Two modules error lights do not come on (other modules do)
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	If error lights occur on output modules, the following operational errors may be indicated:		If error lights occur on output modules, the following operational errors may be indicated:
	* All module's error light comes on and stays on.		* All module's error light comes on and stays on.
	** If Bit Map mode is selected (Map configuration switches 4, 5 and 6 are all ON), a constant input data stream is ~~needed~~. Check connections between the panel and controller. The interface module's Signal light should be indicating presence of the input signal. Perhaps the controller has not been configured for Bit Map mode.		** If Bit Map mode is selected (Map configuration switches 4, 5 and 6 are all ON), a constant input data stream is required. Check connections between the panel and controller. The interface module's Signal light should be indicating presence of the input signal. Perhaps the controller has not been configured for Bit Map mode.
	* One module error light comes on. The error resets when the Active state comes on next time.		* One module error light comes on. The error resets when the Active state comes on next time.
	** This indicates that the output pulse exceeded the ~~modules~~ maximum pulse time. Reduce the pulse time on the controller (AX or Bit Map modes). Factory technicians must adjust pulse times using Chime.Center. Make sure the system has Internet connectivity before calling for service.		** This indicates that the output pulse exceeded the module's maximum allowed pulse time. Reduce the pulse time on the controller (AX or Bit Map modes). Factory technicians must adjust pulse times using Chime.Center. Make sure the system has [[Network_setup_AX\|Internet connectivity]] before calling for service.

	=== Test buttons ===		=== Test buttons ===

Rickwhite: /* Adjust output pulse time */

2026-07-10T13:46:19Z

Adjust output pulse time

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	:75 - one blink - only for		:75 - one blink - only for
	* very small bells in chimes and carillons for faster repeat		* very small bells in chimes and carillons for faster repeat
	* refurbished Deagan 67 actions with DA3862 solid state action control module		* refurbished Deagan 67 actions with a [[DA3862 Deagan Solid State Action\|solid state action control module]]
	:100 - two blinks - (Carillon panel 3 default)		:100 - two blinks - (Carillon panel 3 default)
	:150 - three blinks - (Carillon panel 2 default)		:150 - three blinks - (Carillon panel 2 default)
	:200 - four blinks - Default (most panels)		:200 - four blinks - Default (most panels)
	Only use the following for Deagan or motorized tolling hammers		Only use the following for Deagan or motorized tolling hammers
	:300 - five blinks - Deagan 'O' type action with original relays		:300 - five blinks - Deagan '67-O' type action with original relays
	:550 - six blinks - Deagan 'G' or 'L' type action with original relays		:550 - six blinks - Deagan '67-G' or '67-L' type action with original relays
	:600 - seven blinks - Deagan 'F' type action with original relays		:600 - seven blinks - Deagan '67-F' type action with original relays
	:650 - eight blinks - rarely used		:650 - eight blinks - rarely used

Rickwhite: /* Adjust output pulse time */

2026-07-10T13:40:54Z

Adjust output pulse time

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	Available striker pulse times (milliseconds - setting is indicated by blinking Input LED):		Available striker pulse times (milliseconds - setting is indicated by blinking Input LED):
	:75 - one blink - only for		:75 - one blink - only for
	** very small bells in chimes and carillons for faster repeat		* very small bells in chimes and carillons for faster repeat
	** refurbished Deagan 67 actions with DA3862 solid state action control module		* refurbished Deagan 67 actions with DA3862 solid state action control module
	:100 - two blinks - (Carillon panel 3 default)		:100 - two blinks - (Carillon panel 3 default)
	:150 - three blinks - (Carillon panel 2 default)		:150 - three blinks - (Carillon panel 2 default)

Rickwhite: self test buttons

2026-07-10T13:38:17Z

self test buttons

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	Interface module		Interface module
	[[File:BC-CIF-3703-TestButton.png\|400px\|thumb\|right\|Long press to enter self test mode]]		[[File:BC-CIF-3703-TestButton.png\|400px\|thumb\|right\|Long press to enter self test mode]]
	* ACTIVE: indicates the high voltage relays are enabled. Indicated from logic before drive transistor.		* '''ACTIVE''': indicates the high voltage relays are enabled. Indicated from logic before drive transistor.
	** Active only on when outputs are active. Resets at end of concert.		** Active only on when outputs are active. Resets at end of concert.
	* POWER: 12VDC Power supply from Power Supply Module is on and 5V regulator is OK.		* '''POWER''': 12VDC Power supply from Power Supply Module is on and 5V regulator is OK.
	** Should be as bright as power light on Power module.		** Should be as bright as power light on Power module.
	* TEST MODE: indicates self test is active. Inputs are ignored.		* '''TEST MODE''': indicates self test is active. Inputs are ignored.
	* SIGNAL: blinks with input data.		* '''SIGNAL''': blinks with input data.
	** Should never be constantly lit except dim glow in Bit Map mode.		** Should never be constantly lit except dim glow in Bit Map mode.
	** Blinks brighter when receiving low Baud signal.		** Blinks brighter when receiving low Baud signal.
	* INPUT: indicates that input data addressed to this panel, or		* '''INPUT''': indicates that input data addressed to this panel, or
	** Steady Blink if configuration switch error.		** Steady Blink if configuration switch error.
	** Will not blink if incoming activation data is for this panel, but no module has been installed for it.		** Will not blink if incoming activation data is for this panel, but no module has been installed for it.
	* OUTPUT: indicates that this panel is sending status back to the controller.		* '''OUTPUT''': indicates that this panel is sending status back to the controller.
			** Constant blinking (three per second) is normal.
	** Blinks brighter when set for low Baud.		** Blinks brighter when set for low Baud.
	* 12V: DC-DC isolation converter is working - 12V available on 485 interface terminal		* '''12V''': DC-DC isolation converter is working - 12V available on 485 interface terminal
	** Should be as bright as power light on Power module.		** Should be as bright as power light on Power module.
	* 5V: interface regulator is working (may be damaged by surges induced to data cable)		* '''5V''': interface regulator is working (may be damaged by surges induced to data cable)
	** Should be as bright as power light on Power module.		** Should be as bright as power light on Power module.

	Power module		Power module
	* Power - 12VDC Power supply is working and AC input is within 100-240VAC		* '''Power''' - 12VDC Power supply is working and AC input is within 100-240VAC
	* Active - indicates the high voltage relays are enabled. Indicates Interface Module drive transistor is OK.		* '''Active''' - indicates the high voltage relays are enabled. Indicates Interface Module drive transistor is OK.

	Output modules		Output modules
	* Ready - indicates that interface module has enabled the outputs (not in sleep or reset mode).		* '''Ready''' - indicates that interface module has enabled the outputs (not in sleep or reset mode).
	* Active - indicates the high voltage relays are enabled. Indicates signal over cable is OK.		* '''Active''' - indicates the high voltage relays are enabled. Indicates signal over cable is OK.
	* ERR - indicates improper signal received for module (if input not blinking on Interface module).		* '''ERR''' - indicates improper signal received for module (if input not blinking on Interface module).

	=== Error lights ===		=== Error lights ===
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	* Two modules error lights do not come on (other modules do)		* Two modules error lights do not come on (other modules do)
	** Modules at the same address must be the same module type - the modules with Err lights off are the problem		** Modules at the same address must be the same module type - the modules with '''Err''' lights off are the problem
	* Modules have error lights regardless of switch setting		* Modules have error lights regardless of switch setting
	** Check that the ribbon cable connection on all modules is fully seated		** Check that the ribbon cable connection on all modules is fully seated
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	=== Test buttons ===		=== Test buttons ===
	~~Self~~ test will time out to normal ~~operation in~~ three minutes ~~(from last output test)~~ unless it is left in the repeat or scan modes. Those modes will operate continuously until canceled.		Three buttons are mounted on the left vertical edge of the Interface Module. The top one is '''TEST''', the middle one is '''STEP''' and the bottom one is '''REPEAT'''. The test mode will time out to normal mode after three minutes of inactivity unless it is left in the ''repeat'' or ''scan'' modes. Those modes will operate continuously until canceled.

	* Quick Tests		* Quick Tests
	** Long Press ~~Test~~- enters test mode from normal mode - exits test mode		** Long Press '''TEST''' - enters test mode from normal mode - exits test mode
	** Double Click ~~Test~~ - test reset to output 1 up direction		** Double Click '''TEST''' - test reset to output 1 up direction
	*** doesn't fire output		*** doesn't fire output
	*** discards all output timing edits		*** discards all output timing edits
	** Click ~~Test~~ - cancel repeat/scan modes, reverse output step direction		** Click '''TEST''' - cancel repeat/scan modes, reverse output step direction
	** Click ~~Step~~ - cancel repeat/scan, go to next available output and fire		** Click '''STEP''' - cancel repeat/scan, go to next available output and fire
	** Click ~~Repeat~~ - cancel repeat/scan, fire current output again		** Click '''REPEAT''' - cancel repeat/scan, fire current output again
	* Leave panel in test mode for burn in or bell adjusting (CAUTION! No Time Out)		* Leave panel in test mode for burn in or bell adjusting (CAUTION! No Time Out)
	** Double Click ~~Step~~ - fire next, continue scan all outputs until cancel w/single click		** Double Click '''STEP''' - fire next, continue scan all outputs until cancel w/single click
	** Double Click ~~Repeat~~ - continue to fire current output - repeat until cancel w/single click		** Double Click '''REPEAT''' - continue to fire current output - repeat until cancel w/single click

	==== Adjust output pulse time ====		==== Adjust output pulse time ====
	~~Does~~ not affect motor enable ~~outputs to~~ intelliSwing panels~~, but will affect Relay modules if used to trigger striker outputs~~.		Click the '''STEP''' button to get to desired bell output, then long press Step or Repeat until Input LED indicates new pulse width.
			* Long Press '''STEP''' - (up) lengthen output pulse
			* Long Press '''REPEAT''' - (down) shorten pulse
			* Click '''REPEAT''' - re-test using new pulse
			* Long Press '''TEST''' - saves newly selected timing for all bells before exiting self test
			** During save, '''Input''' LED blinks four times
			* Double click '''TEST''' - revert to last saved pulse times (losing any recent changes)

			These adjustments do not affect motor enable output relays for intelliSwing panels.

	Available striker pulse times (milliseconds - setting is indicated by blinking Input LED):		Available striker pulse times (milliseconds - setting is indicated by blinking Input LED):
	:75 - one blink - only for very small bells in chimes and carillons for faster repeat		:75 - one blink - only for
			** very small bells in chimes and carillons for faster repeat
			** refurbished Deagan 67 actions with DA3862 solid state action control module
	:100 - two blinks - (Carillon panel 3 default)		:100 - two blinks - (Carillon panel 3 default)
	:150 - three blinks - (Carillon panel 2 default)		:150 - three blinks - (Carillon panel 2 default)
	:200 - four blinks - Default (most panels)		:200 - four blinks - Default (most panels)
	:300 - five blinks - Deagan 'O' type ~~striker~~		Only use the following for Deagan or motorized tolling hammers
	~~Only use the following for Deagan or motorized strikers~~		:300 - five blinks - Deagan 'O' type action with original relays
	:550 - six blinks - Deagan 'G' or 'L' type ~~stiker~~		:550 - six blinks - Deagan 'G' or 'L' type action with original relays
	:600 - seven blinks - Deagan 'F' type ~~striker~~		:600 - seven blinks - Deagan 'F' type action with original relays
	:650 - eight blinks		:650 - eight blinks - rarely used

	~~Click the Step button to get to desired bell output, then long press Step or Repeat until Input LED indicates new pulse width.~~
	* Long Press Step - (up) lengthen output pulse
	* Long Press Repeat - (down) shorten pulse
	* Click Repeat - re-test using new pulse
	* Long Press Test - saves newly selected timing for all bells before exiting self test
	** During save, Input LED blinks four times
	* Double click Test - ~~revert to last saved pulse times (losing any recent changes)~~

	If you want to reset to default pulse times to factory defaults:		If you want to reset to default pulse times to factory defaults:

Rickwhite: /* Deagan Damper relay */

2026-07-10T13:21:21Z

Deagan Damper relay

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	=== Deagan Damper relay ===		=== Deagan Damper relay ===
	This relay panel supports up to 32 Damper outputs to be used in conjunction with a striker panel for ~~single tone or harmonic~~ Deagan Tower Chimes. We have improved upon Deagan's model 72-74 mechanical relays in conjunction with our Libertas AX controller.		This relay panel supports up to 32 Damper outputs to be used in conjunction with a striker panel for Deagan Tower Chimes. We have improved upon Deagan's model 72-74 mechanical relays in conjunction with our Libertas AX controller.

	* Harmonic bells supported with a sustain pedal that works like a piano during chord changes		* Harmonic bells supported with a sustain pedal that works like a piano during chord changes