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4. Switch Legends Continued Figure 5 - Switch Module fully assembled. Figure 6 - Switch Module with top case removed. Figure 7 - Switch Cap with printed legend and light diffuser assembled. Figure 8 - Switch cap, printed legend and light diffuser. Figure 9 - Switch cap with printed legend installed. Figure 10 - Switch Cap with printed legend and light diffuser installed. 3. Installation 3.1 Getting Started Determine the best location for the switch module and the power module. Allow for the routing of the communications logic cable between the modules. We recommend installing the cable in a cable loom for protection. You will need a crimping tool for the 0.25 inch faston blade terminals. Be sure to follow the crimping tool instructions for the proper wire size and terminals. The VCMS Input/Output diagram (Figure 11) is a key reference document in that is shows how the modules are configured. It also should be used to capture the switch legend descriptions used and the names of the 12 volt auxiliary devices being controlled by the system. Complete this document and keep it for a record of the as installed system. 3.2 Mount the Switch Module Mount the switch module on a flat surface or mounting bracket using the four #6-32 threaded studs to secure the module to the panel. You will need to make a cutout for the logic cable connector (See Figure 3). Connect the logic cable to the switch module and route the cable to the power module. 3.3 Mount the Power Module 3.3.1 Determine the best location for the power module. Take into consideration the routing of the interconnecting logic cable that attaches to the 10-pin connector on the top of the module. Also take into consideration the routing of the wires to the power outputs, inputs and the +12 volt fused power source. © Copyright 2009 InPower LLC InPower LLC 3555 Africa Road Galena, Ohio 43021 USA 740-548-0965 www.InPowerDirect.com Page 4 of 6 VCMS Owners Manual Document: OM-136 Version Code: A Date: Oct. 27, 2010 Date: Oct. 27, 2010
3. Installation, Continued 3.3 Mount the Power Module 3.3.1 Determine the best location for the power module. Take into consideration the routing of the interconnecting logic cable that attaches to the 10-pin connector on the top of the module. Also take into consideration the routing of the wires to the power outputs, inputs and the +12 volt fused power source. 3.3.2 We recommend mounting the power module to a flat metal surface. This allows the transfer of heat from the module when operating high current draw loads. Mount the module using four 6-32 screws and lock washers. Do not drill out the mounting holes to accept larger screw sizes. This will break the module’s ground connection. Do not over tighten the mounting screws. 3.3.3 The wiring terminals on the power module are male ¼ inch faston blade terminals. You will need to attach insulated female terminals to the wires. Use a good quality crimping tool and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the correct terminal types for the wire size. NOTE We recommend using wire tags that allow proper wire identification in the event the wires are removed at a later date. 3.3.4 Wire the ground (GND) terminal to a good quality vehicle ground (Battery Negative). It is important that this ground is connected to the power module before the interconnecting logic cable is connected. 3.3.5 Wire the six module output terminals (O-1, O-2, O-3, O-4, O-5 & O-6) to the correct auxiliary loads using the VCMS Input/Output Diagram (Figure 11) for reference. Note that some outputs may not be used. NOTE If inductive loads (motors, coils, etc.) are used it is important that these devices contain a diode suppressor across the device. 3.3.6 Wire the digital input terminal I-1 to a source of +12 volt power that is activated only when the Ignition Switch is On. 3.3.7 Locate the +12 volt battery power source. Install three 20 amp fuses at the power source as shown on the system’s InPut/Output Diagram (Figure 1). Install wires of suitable size for the amperage and length from the three fuses to the three BAT terminals on the power module. Be sure to determine the current draw of the six power outputs to ensure that the power module is not overloaded. The maximum current draw of the combined loads cannot exceed 60 amps. If the +12 volt power source is directly connected to the vehicle battery, note that a VCMS configuration with a single power module with all switches and back lights off will draw about 16 milliamps of power. Alternatively, you may obtain the +12 volts power from an ignition switch-activated power source. 4. Operation Turn the Ignition Switch to the On position. The switch module’s back lights will illuminate. Operating any push button on the switch module will cause its status LED to turn on and the corresponding power module output to be activated. Each switch is programmed to operate as either a 2-position latching (push to turn on, push again to turn off) or as a momentary switch (on for the durration the switch is depressed). This system is programmed as follows. Switch Switch Function Power Module Output SW1 2-Position Latching O-1 SW2 2-Position Latching O-2 SW3 2-Position Latching O-3 SW4 Momentary O-4 SW5 2-Position Latching O-5 SW6 Momentary O-6 Note that if a switch is activated and the Ignition Switch is turned off the power module output will turn off and the switch will be reset to its Off position. © Copyright 2009 InPower LLC InPower LLC 3555 Africa Road Galena, Ohio 43021 USA 740-548-0965 www.InPowerDirect.com Page 5 of 6 VCMS Owners Manual Document: OM-136 Version Code: A Date: Oct. 27, 2010 Date: Oct. 27, 2010
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