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Controller Pro Software

Alltrax Motor Controllers:
Communications Software

The Programmable Alltrax Electric Motor Controllers such as the AXE
(Series wound motors) and the DCX (Shunt wound motors) include an
RS232 communications port. This port can be used to adjust user
settings such as throttle type, power settings, and speed settings. It can
also be used to monitor operation of the controller real time.

The program runs on Microsoft Windows based machines, laptops or
desktops using simple user friendly controls. Alltrax provides this
software down-loadable free of charge (cables not included).

A kit can be purchased from Alltrax which includes:

Communications cable - RS232 to USB adapter
CD-R with Controller PRO operators manual, tech-notes, and the
Controller PRO software program
Wall wart (120 VAC 60Hz transformer) supplies 15-20 VoltsDC to
power the logic for programming. (International 220VAC 50Hz
input to 15-20 VoltsDC transformers also available)
Instruction Manual & Technical notes (Available from web site)
Free technical support

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Communications

Standard RS232 at 9600 BAUD (8data, 1-stop, no parity)

Compatibility

MS Windows 98, NT, 2000, XP-HOME, XP-Pro, Vista (See
bulletin)

Controller Power
Required

15VDC min, 18VDC recommended - or Battery Pack voltage

Computer

Standard IBM style with 232 communications port

Protocol

Controller table ACSCII response - proprietary
communications (Controller Pro must be used)

Capabilities

Read Memory, Upgrade Software, Change user settings

Controller PRO - Communications Specifications

Controller PRO Screens

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HPD (ON-OFF)
High Pedal Disable

AXE and DCX Models Only - Prevent motor controller from
providing power if throttle is applied prior to Key Switch Turned on

PLUG BRAKE
(ON-OFF)

AXE "P" and DCX models ONLY with A2 terminal lug. Provides
Plug Braking proportional to throttle position reaching ful
"Plugging" (Dynamic Motor Braking) when throttle below 25%.

TURBO (ON-OFF)

Provides higher seed when not in current limit and throttle is at
100%

1/2 SPEED REVERSE

ACXE and DCX Models Only - Limits vehicle speed in reverse
based on 50% of forward "Top Speed" setting.

MAX OUTPUT
CURRENT (0-100%)

0-100% adjustment limits max current supplied to motor. Used
to limit power. (The 400A controller set to 50%=200Amp max)

UNDER VOLTAGE

Sets the under voltage where the unit limits power and
eventually shuts off. Prevents battery damage

OVER VOLTAGE

Sets the over voltage shutoff for the controller during excessive
regen or overcharging to prevent damage

THROTTLE UP RATE
(1-15, Default 4)

Determines the rate of controller output power based on an
INCREASE in throttle input. Setting 1=slow, 15=Fast.

THROTTLE DOWN
RATE
(1-15 Default 4)

Determines the rate of controller output power based on an
DECREASE in throttle input. Setting 1=slow, 15=Fast

BRAKE CURRENT
(0-100%)

>AXE "P" Models - Adjusts the amount of Plug Brake Current as
a percentage of 100A of brake current

>DCX Models - Regeneration Feature is a percentage of possible
current available

TOP SPEED

Sets the top speed as a percentage of top-speed

Controller PRO Features

The AXE and DCX are user programmable controllers with the RS232 port available to
the user.

The NCX and NPX Controllers are cost effective Stock Replacement controllers that are
factory programmed only. However, they include many of the same features listed
below (just not accessible in the field).

Did you know?
> The ALLTRAX
Controllers can be
programmed on your
bench using a small
power supply? This
makes life easy when
installing new units in
your cars application.

Did you know?
> Controller-Pro can
function like a DATA
LOGGER? Connect your
laptop and set the
"Monitor" to save real
time data to your hard
drive.

The Controller Pro software is broken into three tabs, Control / Throttle / Monitor. The
controller must powered up before the screens will supply data. For more details on
supplying power - see the [Download Drawing] link shown above.

NOTE 3-01-2007:
Microsoft Windows
VISTA (TM)
"Compatibility with
USB COMM cables"
PLEASE READ

NOTE 10-15-2007:
Controller Pro
Version 2.2 Build 37
Available NOW

The New DCX500
Release is included
in the Controller Pro
Software

The Controller Pro
software Build 37, Ver
2.2 will properly read
and properly talk to the
new DCX500

The Build 36 version will
read the DCX500 as
"unknown" but all other
functions will operate
correctly

Please download and
replace your Controller
Pro update to include
the new Model number

Updated: 9/15/2007