A bright 3.2″ TFT LCD display
is the core of the console. Every time it turns on it will display first the Zapi logo and then the Home Screen. Most menus use a simple colour palette with white text on a black background. Display brightness can be adjusted.
The display itself is very fast. Any latency present is due to console–controller communication speed, not the display. When powered on for the first time, verify that no fixed or burnt pixels are present inside the viewing area.
1.2 · The Keyboard
The keyboard is used to navigate the different menus. It features keys with special functions and a green LED.
↑ UP / ↓ DOWN
Scroll through menu items. The selected item is highlighted in light blue.
← LEFT / → RIGHT
Increase or decrease the value of the selected parameter. Hold for auto-repeat.
OK
Confirm an action or enter a sub-menu.
ESC
Cancel an action or exit a menu. If parameters have been changed, you will be prompted to save or discard.
F1 / F2 / F3
Contextual use — the display will indicate which F button can be used and its function.
● Green LED
Lit when the console is powered on and running.
2Connecting to the Flexi ACE Control Panel
The Smart Console connects to Zapi controllers via a CAN line. Operation is similar to the CAN CONSOLE PC software — any controller that can communicate with the PC tool can communicate with the Smart Console.
Key differences from serial communication: the connecting cable is different, and parameters cannot be modified unless a password is used. The console connects physically to the CAN line (not to an individual controller) and can see all modules and messages once connected.
Connecting Cable · Part Number55481-13-000
Password Required
To change any parameters, a password is required. Please contact Narrow Aisle Technical Support
for the password.
CAN Node Numbers
Node
Controller ID
Description
8
ACE2
Traction Inverter – Master µC
9
ACE2
Traction Inverter – Slave µC
16
ACE2
Pump Inverter – Master µC
17
ACE2
Pump Inverter – Slave µC
24
ACEX
Hydraulic Steer Inverter – Master µC
25
ACEX
Hydraulic Steer Inverter – Slave µC
Connection Method 1 – CAN Console (Node Known)
1.From the Home Screen, select CAN CONSOLE
and press OK.
2.Enter the known node number (e.g. NODE 8
for Traction) and press OK
to connect.
Connection Method 2 – AutoScan CAN (Node Unknown)
1.Ensure the truck is powered ON.
2.From the Home Screen, highlight AUTO SCAN CAN
using the Up/Down buttons and press OK.
3.Ensure PROTOCOL = CAN OPEN
is selected, then press OK. The console will scan the CAN line — this can take up to 5 seconds.
4.Once the scan is complete, a list of detected nodes will be shown. Select the desired node and press OK
to connect. Press F1
to refresh the list if any nodes are missing.
5.If connection fails, a NO COMMUNICATION
warning will be shown. Press ESC
and recycle the key. If still unable to connect, contact Narrow Aisle Technical Support.
After Successful Connection
The display will show basic controller information: Line 1
– controller firmware version. Line 2
– controller voltage, current, and hour meter. Line 3
– current alarm code (if present).
Press OK
to access the Main Menu, which contains the complete list of available menus. Unlike the serial console, there are no hidden menus — all menus are visible. Use Up/Down to navigate and OK to enter.
3How to Modify Parameters
1.From the Main Menu, enter the desired menu — for example, PARAMETER CHANGE
— and press OK.
2.Use the Up / Down
keys to scroll the list and highlight the parameter to modify.
3.Press Left
or Right
to decrease or increase the value. Hold the key for auto-repeat — useful when large changes are needed.
4.Press ESC
at any time to exit. If changes have been made, the console will prompt you to confirm(OK) or discard(ESC).
Applies to All Parameter Menus
This procedure applies to every menu containing parameters and options, including SET OPTIONS
, ADJUSTMENT
, HARDWARE SETTING
, and others.
4Programming the Traction Footpedal (VACC)
Connect to Node 8 First
Refer to Section 2 and connect to NODE 8
(Traction) before proceeding.
1.Once connected, press OK
to enter the Main Menu.
2.Using Up/Down, highlight PROGRAM VACC
and press OK
to enter.
3.Press OK
to start the PROGRAM VACC procedure.
4.When prompted, select the enable switch(if any).
5.Select the direction switch
— either forward or backward.
6.Depress the pedal to its maximum travel. The displayed values will vary according to the operated inputs.
7.Press ESC
when complete. The console will ask whether to save or discard. Press OK
to save, ESC
to discard.
Both Directions Required
The teaching procedure must be carried out for both forward and backward
directions of travel.
5Programming the Hydraulic Lift Potentiometer
Connect to Node 16 First
Refer to Section 2 and connect to NODE 16
(Pump) before proceeding.
1.Once connected, press OK
to enter the Main Menu.
2.Using Up/Down, highlight PROGRAM VACC
and press OK
to enter.
3.Press OK
to start the PROGRAM VACC procedure.
4.When prompted, select the enable switch(if any).
5.Move the lift lever to the full lower position, then release to neutral.
6.Move the lift lever to the full lift position, then release to neutral. Displayed values will vary according to operator inputs.
7.Press ESC
when complete. Press OK
to save, ESC
to discard.
6Enabling the Password Option
If the console powers up and goes straight to the Home Screen without a password prompt, this means the password option is not enabled
and the Smart Console will be in Read Only mode. A padlock symbol will be displayed in the top left corner.
1.From the Home Screen, select MENU CONSOLE
and press OK.
2.Select CONSOLE PARAMETER
and press OK.
3.Ensure PASSWORD ENABLE
is set to ON.
4.Press ESC, then OK
to save the changes.
5.Restart the console.
It should now display the password screen on start-up.
