Kinesys - Products - Elevation 24

Elevation 24 offers unparalleled levels of functionality and connectivity in a 24 channel positioning chain hoist controller. Universal output connections allow easy interfacing with power distribution such as the elevation POWER 8 and flexible encoder connections permit both pulse and incremental encoders to be used with the system.

A wide range of control methods ensure that interfacing to external control systems is incredibly straightforward. As well as Ethernet and RS485 connections to kinesys control software and handsets the elevation 24 will also accept DMX, MIDI show control and closed contacts to allow it to be triggered in conjunction with other aspects of complex shows. Safety is ensured by the use of 'dead man's handles' that must be pressed and held during the entire execution of remotely triggered moves.

A full menu system allows the elevation 24 to be used as a stand-alone intelligent controller, with cues programmed, stored and replayed directly from the front panel. The elevation 24 can record cues sent from an attached computer allowing very rapid programming. Cues can also be created offline if required.

Load cells can be monitored by the elevation 24 via a dedicated communications network to add another aspect to the safety monitoring system, which allows groups of hoists to be shut down if an overload or encoder fault is detected.

	24-channel fixed-speed chain hoist controller with positioning capability
	manual controls for local operation of hoists with or without encoders
	high-quality tactile switches and high-brightness fluorescent display
	intuitive menu system for rapid hoist setup and cue programming
	operation possible with or without an attached PC
	fully compatible with kinesys vector control software
	external control inputs include kinesys protocol (Ethernet and RS485), DMX, MIDI show control and closed contacts
	group halt functions allow safe shutdown of hoists should a fault or overload condition be detected
	both pulse and incremental encoders accepted (including high resolution encoders used by Elevation 1+ converted hoists)
	universal encoder inputs for connection to both 4 and 6 pin XLR encoder cables via appropriate fan-in adapters
	relay outputs for connection to all existing motor controllers including kinesys elevation POWER 8
	RS485 load cell monitoring allows user-settable overload limits
	compatible with category 3/4 emergency stop controllers including kinesys array es
	universal mains input voltage for use worldwide without adjustment
	Compact 3U 19" footprint

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