Outputs and Relays

Outputs are the controller-controlled devices that make the prop do something: relays, latches, lights, motors, and external trigger lines.

Add an output

1. Open Configuration.
2. Go to Connections.
3. Expand Inputs, Outputs, and Modules.
4. Add an output or relay module.
5. Set the output ID.
6. Optionally configure flash mode for things like solenoid latches that should not be left on.
7. Configure active high/low or default state if available.
8. Apply I/O Changes, the controller will automatically reboot and page will refresh.

Output controls

Control	What it does
ID	Name used by actions and operator controls
Type	Output category, such as digital output, relay, servo, PWM, or module output
Pin/channel	Physical connection point
Active polarity	Whether on means high or low
Default state	Startup/resting state where supported
Hold/pulse time	Duration for temporary activation actions
Flash Mode	Will only activate for a set duration and won’t stay in the on state

Trigger an output from behavior

1. Go to Configuration > Behavior.
2. Add an Action Trigger, Logic Rule, Operator Control, or Output Sequence.
3. Choose an output action such as on, off, toggle, or flash.
4. Select the output ID.
5. Set hold time if the output should be temporary.
6. Save and test from the Operator page.

Use Output Sequences for timed chains

Use Configuration > Behavior > Output Sequences when multiple output actions must happen in order.

Field	What it does
Name	Sequence ID used by actions and operator controls
Queue policy	What happens if the sequence is triggered while already running
Step action	Output, relay, sound, state, lighting, or integration action
Delay/hold	Timing delay between this step and the next one starting

A Note about Relays

When using a relay to turn on a solenoid latch or mag lock you need a flyback diode wired across the power and ground of the latch/mag. This diode should be wired backwards to allow spikes of reverse voltage to dissipate when the switch takes place. Without this it’s common for reverse voltage to damage or at least reset controllers and can cause issues. It is also common and good practice to completely isolate the power supply for the mag lock/latches/motors and other “noisy” loads from the controllers themselves. Especially in larger systems with shared power supplies having one for clean power and one for dirty power is a good idea.