MCS-8 Universal Controller

Features & Functions

Outputs 

8 Outputs:

• 4 Hi Power Outputs
  – 20 Amps per channel
  – Current limiting
  – Multi flash patterns
  – Timer shutdown
  – Voltage drop out
• Medium Power Outputs
  – 2.5 Amps per channel
  – Positive & Negative polarity switching (configurable via software)
  – Can also be used as inputs
  – Ideal for monitoring or special functions
  – Drive relays
  – Small motors
  – Monitor outputs
• 1 diode pair built-in for headlight and/or tail light flashers
• Output to data logger
• Electronic Fuses
  – Electronically adjustable
  – Electronically tripped

Inputs 

10 Inputs:

• 6 dedicated and 4 shared inputs
  – 10 positive inputs (configurable as negative via software)
  – Software configurable

Multi-Way Switch Options 

• Universal Multi-Way handset can be fully configured using the MCS software
• Single or up to 4 handsets

Serial Data Port 

• USB programming port

CAN Data Port 

• Listen in to vehicle CAN Bus
• Link to RSG complimentary devices such as a lightbar
• Link to other industry standard devices
• Link with legacy equipment

LIN BUS Support

• Optional LIN Bus compatible devices

User Interface 

• 16 illuminated status indicators
• Indicates flash pattern
• Communication status
• Provides output status
• Green – OK 
• Red – Over current
• Amber – Low voltage

Current Ratings

• Complete system 100 Amps (including 7 Amps for siren operation)
• Bank A: 40 Amp (Siren, Hi Power O/P 1, Low Power, O/P’s 1 and 2)
• Bank B: 40 Amp (Hi Power O/P’s 3 and 4, w Power, O/P’s 3 and 4)
• Bank P: 20 Amp (Hi Power Output 2)

Specification 

• 12/24 volt operation
• 100 Amps total output

3 year manufacturers warranty

Software Operational Modules

100 Watt Siren (optional)

• Supports 8 or 11 ohm speakers
• Can be enabled from an input or handset
• Air horn input
• HRT positive or negative activation
• Multiple siren tones selected from software
• Monitor signal active when siren on
• PA and radio re-broadcast facility with adjustable volumes
• UK and European sounds
• City Mode volume reduction feature
• Workshop mode volume suppression feature for testing
• Sounds when low voltage detected (optional)

Load Shedding Module

• Via internal or external monitoring
• Automatic in conjunction with other equipment activation

Fan Control Module 

• Control up to 4 intake/extractor fans
• Reverses power supply to fans

Saloon Lighting Module 

• Ideal to control internal ambulance lighting
• Manual, semi and full automatic operation

Cabinet Anti-tamper Module 

• Monitor 16 ambulance medical lockers
• Ideal for monitoring medical consumables/medicines
• Cabinet re-stock indication

Audio Intercom Controller (operates with external device)

• Announce pre-recorded messages
• Duplex or simplex intercom

Split Charge Controller 

• Monitors primary battery voltage
• Output drives charging solenoid to charge secondary battery
• Solenoid in and out voltage programmable

Run Lock Controller 

• Outputs
  – Run Lock outputs assigned in software (diodes to be fitted as required)
• Enable Inputs
  – Inputs assigned in software
  – From handset, handbrake, remote button etc.
  – Hi or Lo inputs
• Reset Inputs
  – Inputs assigned in software
  – From brake light, remote button etc.
  – Hi or Lo inputs

Headlight Flash 

• Dedicated outputs (with built-in diodes) to control headlights and/or complementary flashing lamps

Gateway Radio Controller 

• Automatically switches between the Main & Gateway Radio (for built-up areas) within a 30 second window for the driver to exit the vehicle
• Automatic handbrake detection

Additional features

• 16 x AND logic modules
• 16 x OR logic modules
• 32 x timer modules