HMI specialist EAO Ltd has introduced second generation Joysticks and Man-Machine-Interface (MMI) Controllers that combine outstanding technical characteristics with easy tool-less installation. Developed by Grayhill Inc the new 3J CAN-based devices feature enhanced shock resistance and long mechanical life and are built to withstand rugged conditions typically found in agriculture, construction, and mining machinery. They provide built-in diagnostics and low-current consumption (<1.5 mA when the system is inactive)
Grayhill’s Second Generation Joystick MMI Controllers simply snap in to the front of any control panel. They are designed for ISO 13849 safety-rated vehicle applications and meet the ISO and ANSI specifications, such as environmental sealing, temperature range and electrical conditions.
Generation 2 MMI Controllers
Providing multi-functional operation for intuitive operator control Grayhill’s new 3J Generation 2 Joystick and MMI Controllers are available in three mechanical form factors: The Rotary Encoder with pushbutton provides 16 position continuous rotation; the Digital Joystick Encoder with pushbutton provides 20 position continuous rotation and the HE Proportional Joystick with push button has X-Y axes and also offers momentary rotation switching action. Each controller has 6 separate back illuminated push buttons with ISO legends or targets, and each pushbutton has 3 illuminated status indicators.
Designed for 12/24 volt systems Grayhill 3J Joystick and MMI controllers conform to J1939 – CANopen will be available soon – and CANbus safety communication protocols and offer a range of on-board self-diagnostics including Supply Voltage monitoring and Button Short Detection indication. Operation verification indication is also provided, and all LED indicators and legends are dimmable. The new devices are field-tested to ensure >500,000 operations MTBF and are fully software compatible with Grayhill’s original Vehicle Display Controller (VDC).
The new Generation 2 MMI Controllers are customisable in various ways including legends and indicators. The user can choose from green or white backlight colours and from a wide range of knob colours.
For further information on the new Grayhill Generation 2 Joysticks and MMI Controllers please email Robert Davies, EAO UK Marketing Manager at [email protected].
Tel:01444 236 000 or download the datasheet(s) at
http://www.grayhill.com/assets/1/7/Generation_2_CANbus_Keypads.pdf
http://www.grayhill.com/assets/1/7/Generation_2_MMI_Controllers.pdf
About EAO
EAO Ltd is the UK subsidiary of EAO AG., a Swiss, family owned company that has developed into one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-quality switches, keyboards, sophisticated control elements, and complete HMI control units and HMI Systems.EAO is also the principal representative for cooling fan specialist Sanyo Denki and Grayhill Inc., a leading manufacturer of intuitive human interface components. EAO Ltd’s network of distributors spans the entire UK and Ireland and EAO products are also available from Farnell and RS. Please visit www.eao.com to learn more about EAO’s products and capabilities
About Grayhill
Grayhill, Inc. designs and manufacturers intuitive human interface components and solutions including optical encoders, rotary switches, keypads, joysticks and rugged touch screen displays. Visit www.grayhill.com to learn more about Grayhill’s products and capabilities
