Well been trying to get this lighting system programed, but I am missing something somewhere.
I have read and reread the instructions multiple times. So much that I have a headache.
I figured out how to program battery type, and flash sequences, but what I am having trouble with is how to set up the activations to a switch so that I an turn the landing lights on/off.
Also, If I am understanding the flashing LED confirmations, I am in the "Stand Alone" mode and cannot for the life of me figure out how to do a total reset to factory settings so I can start over.

Someone Please help. There are on so many asprins in the house. LOL.

Thanks

Been having similar issues with mine and was never able to get through programming sequence....

Sure need help too

Factory reset details......

From the Engilish manual on page 11

modtron
Oxford UK

I have done that numerous times. I don't see a reset happening.

same here

OK, something very odd then as I have never had any issues doing the reset - I can only suggest you contact Stefan at Emcotec as they may be faulty then ?

He can be emailed at.....
[email protected]

I know from when I have programmed these for others, they can be a pain and sometimes need to be done a few times to get what you want.
The translation of the manual from German to English can be confusing at times !

The only other thing I can think of is that I don't use the "Stand alone" mode for programming - I always have it hooked up to the radio and connected to the switched channel I want to use to start with - maybe that the difference ?

modtron
Oxford UK

I have it hooked up to the radio.
What channel are you using and do the percentages neeed to be set how.

I use mine with Futaba gear, select any the channel I want to use and allocate to my required switch - all of my end point or travel values are 100/100.

I have it set t a 3 position switch.
I have outputs 1 & 2 set as different flash types and output 3-6 set as always on.
When I set the required output channel (1-6) I put my 3 position switch into the require ON position for that light.
Then after finishing and storing, the lights are off when i have my switch in my off position, only lights 1&2 come on in my middle positions and then all are on in my 3rd position.

modtron
Oxford UK

I also use Futaba gear but also using the new PowerBox Royal SRS. I will have to check my settings and may try to by pass the PB.

I use the same system on my MB339, I is importent that you use a chanel that goes from -100% til 100%, you can't use the DG1 og DG2.., I have allso use a 3-point switch, off (-100%), On (0%), on (100%), I turn all my lights on at 0%, except the landing light that only comes on at 100% (position 3), in the same way I can control that the landinglight turns off, when I retract the gear, and the other lights is still on..

maybe you could use the answer I got from Thomas..I worked for me.

http://www.rcuniverse.com/forum/m_11...m.htm#11448903

Hope it helps.

Regards Jan

Yes, that is the way I am trying to set it up but the unit cannot be switched to the regular operation mode.
I sent an email to Optotronix but I have not heard anything back. It has to be a bad module.

Joe

I'd be very surprised if you get an answer within reasonable time from Optotronix (Dennis Berger)...

EMCOTEC took over sales etc. more than a year ago, Optotronix only makes the product development. I think that's good from a customers point of view.

I've PM'd you an email you could use.

Regards Thomas

That's why I previously said to email Stefan at Emcotec.

modtron
Oxford UK

I got a reply from Dennis in 8 hrs.

Joe,
did you get it working?
It took me a full day to figure mine out. I printed English instructions and reread a thousand times but finally got it to work.
Scott

Never got first one to work. After trying so much with the first one, I got the second one working in 1 minute. This one works perfectly.

Is there anyone in the states that carry these Optotronix Aurora LCU lighting systems, or where is the best source if having to order ?

Thanks.