Control System; R-Net Control System Information; Vr2 Control System Information - Quickie Salsa M2 Mini Manuel D'utilisation

7.0 Control System

7.0 R-net control system information

An alternative control system called R-net is available as
an option for the wheelchair .
The R-net system has extended options and is suitable
for individuals with complex needs or when there
is a preference for screen based menu options and
information displays.
The R-net control system offers simple, effective
solutions to many situations, thereby enhancing the
lifestyle and independence of the user.
The operation of the R-net wheelchair control system is
simple and easy to understand. Both the R-net and VR2
control systems incorporates state-of-the-art electronics,
the result of many years of research, to provide you with
ease of use and a very high level of safety.
Because of the comprehensive nature of the R-net
control system, a separate R-net Owner's Manual is
supplied whenever this system is fitted.
Please refer to the R-net Owner's Manual for
details of R-net hand control functions.
7.0.1 Gyro Module
If your Salsa M2 Mini is fitted with the R-net control
system, a Gyro Module with the latest GYRO module
technology can be fitted.
Gyro technology adds an extra dimension to controlling
a wheelchair, by maintaining the desired drive direction
irrespective of the external forces acting upon the
wheelchair.
GYRO benefits are:
• Superior drive control.
• Eliminates spin-out.
• Eliminates fish-tailing.
• Enhances control on cambers.
• Straight line driving over obstacles.
• Enhances drive profiles when switched speciality
controls, (such as head arrays), are used.
WARNING!
• The Gyro CANNOT be used on moving vehicles, such
as buses, trains or boats. When travelling on moving
vehicles the GYRO MUST be disabled by selecting
drive profile 1 on your controller.
• DO NOT remove the GYRO from your product. If the
GYRO is disconnected the powerchair maximum
speed will be limited by 50%.
Rev.3.0

7.1 VR2 control system information

On/off button:
The on/off button applies power to the control system
electronics, which in turn supply power to the wheelchairs
motors.
CAUTION!
Do not use the on/off button to stop the wheelchair
unless there is an emergency. (If you do you may shorten
the life of the wheelchair drive components).
Battery gauge:
The battery gauge shows you that the wheelchair is
switched on. It also indicates the status of the wheelchair
. Refer to chapter 8.
Locking/unlocking the wheelchair :
The VR2 control system can be locked to prevent
unauthorised use. The locking method is via a sequence
of key presses and joystick movements as detailed
below.
To lock the wheelchair :
• While the control system is switched on, depress and
hold the on/off button.
• After 1 second the control system will beep. Now
release the on/off button.
• Deflect the joystick forwards until the control system
beeps.
• Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system
beeps.
• Release the joystick, there will be a long beep
• The wheelchair is now locked.
To unlock the wheelchair :
• Use the on/off button to switch the control system on.
The maximum speed/profile indicator will be rippling
up and down.
• Deflect the joystick forwards until the control system
beeps.
• Deflect the joystick in reverse until the control system
beeps.
• Release the joystick, there will be a long beep.
• The wheelchair is now unlocked.
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