1. Product Training Module
VM-Series | Operator Control Module

2. Product highlights & Applications
The VM Series was developed in conjunction with the globally successful Carling Contura® family of V-Series rocker switches, providing the look and feel of our traditional V-Series rocker switches, but offering the benefits of a multiplexed product, including:
SAE J1939 Compatible
IP68 Sealing Protection with Connector
Dimming Capabilities
Horizontal or Vertical Mounting Options
Variety of V-Series Contura® Actuator Styles
On/Off-Highway Applications: Construction, Agriculture, Commercial Vehicles, Among Others.

3. Product design features
Front of VM-Series

4. Product design features
Back of VM-Series

5. Product Advantages Compared to Electromechanical
Easy to connect Deutsch terminals: DT-Series 4-Pin and 6-Pin. The 4-pin connector can be used for daisy chaining multiple modules in a network or to control up to 4 loads with maximum output current of 0.5
Simplified Installation
Reduced Cost of Traditional Wire Harnesses
Increased Product Life & Reliability
Improved Assembly Efficiencies

6. Specification highlights*
Electrical
Operating Voltage: 12VDC or 24VDC
Max Current
Operation: 300mA
Sleep Mode: 3mA
Communication: CAN 2.0b (SAE J9139)
Endurance: Minimum 250K Operations
Physical
Number of Switches: 6 per Module
Actuator Type: Rockers- Contura® Styles
Functions
2 Position Maintained
2 Position Momentary Top
2 Position Momentary Bottom
3 Position Momentary Top/Bottom
3 Position Momentary Top
3 Position Momentary Bottom
Soft Lock
Single Color LED Illumination
Red, Green, Amber, Blue or White
Environmental
-40˚C to +85˚C operating temperature
IP68 sealing protection with connector
* See datasheet for complete details

7. EMC Specifications*
Absorbed-Lined Chamber ISO , 100 V/m, 20MHz to 2GHz Bulk Current Injection ISO , 100mA, 20MHz to 400MHz Transient Emission ISO 13766, Broadband: Annex D and E, 300MHz – 1GHz
Conducted Transients All test pulses according to ISO :2004, Annex Table A2 for 24V systems Level 3 Minimum ESD ISO 10605, ±15kV Air Discharges, ±8kV Contact Discharges
* See datasheet for complete details

8. Software SAE Standards » SAE J1939 Explained » What is J1939?
J1939 is a higher level protocol based on Control Area Network (CAN). It covers the design and use of devices that transmit electronic signals and control information among vehicle components. Used as an application layer, J1939 provides communication between the engine control, transmission control, vehicle body control, and other applicable sub-control systems. To learn more, click on the following links.
SAE Standards »
SAE J1939 Explained »

9. J1939 Interface Specification »
Software integration
J1939 Interface
J1939 Interface Specification »
Please refer to the J1939 Interface Specification document for additional details on:
Switch Status
LED Function Indicators Status
Relay Controlled Command
Common CAN Messages
Low-Power Sleep Mode
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10. Connector pin layouts
Deutsch DT-Series 4 Pins & 6 Pins

11. Dimensional Specifications
in. [mm]

12. TYPICAL APPLICATIONs NAICS & SIC Codes On/Off-Highway NAICS SIC
Construction Machinery Manufacturing
333120
3531
Farm Machinery & Equipment Manufacturing
333111
3523
Heavy Duty Truck Manufacturing
336120
3711
Mining Machinery & Equipment Manufacturing
333131
3532
Motor Home Manufacturing
336213
3716
All Other Transportation Equipment
336999
3799

13. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Country of origin: China
International Harmonization Code:
ECC: EAR99
Lead Time: weeks
Packaging: 40 Pieces/Box

14. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Download Datasheet »
J1939 Interface Specification »
Download CAD Files* »
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*This is a generic CAD model showing Contura V® rockers. This product is currently not available on Configurit®. For customized CAD models please contact

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