Maximum Controls MXG-Omega Control Board

Omega I Replacement Controller for Maximum Controls Slide Operators

The Maximum Controls Omega I Control Board, also known as the MXG-Omega, is the replacement main controller for compatible Maximum Controls MXG slide gate operators. It manages motor operation, virtual limit programming, monitored entrapment devices, battery backup behavior, access control inputs, loop detector signals, primary/secondary communication, and operator diagnostics from one centralized board.

The Omega I uses a labeled dashboard with onboard programming buttons, status LEDs, an LCD display, and dedicated terminals for common gate accessories. Installers can program gate direction, open and close limits, partial-open position, close timer, ERD sensitivity, battery backup mode, solar operation, maglock delay, auxiliary relay behavior, and additional advanced functions directly at the operator.

For troubleshooting, the onboard OBD USB port records configuration information, errors, operating conditions, and input/output events in non-volatile memory. Up to the most recent 8,000 events can be downloaded as a text file to a USB flash drive, allowing technicians to review gate status, voltage, temperature, current draw, cycle count, and event history without proprietary diagnostic software.

Key Features

• Replacement Omega I main control board for compatible Maximum Controls MXG slide gate operators
• Also identified as the Maximum Controls MXG-Omega board
• Compatible with MXG 2300, MXG 2300-ST, and MXG 1800 FS operators
• Simplified labeled interface with onboard programming controls and status display
• Programs virtual open and close limits through onboard jog and program buttons
• Supports partial-open programming for controlled pedestrian or limited vehicle access
• Adjustable close timer and ERD obstruction sensitivity
• Selectable fail-safe, fail-secure, and open-one-time battery backup behavior
• Battery charging capability up to 4.5 amps
• Dedicated power/solar input and configurable low-power solar mode
• OBD USB diagnostic port stores and exports up to 8,000 recent events
• Supports primary and secondary communication for paired gate operators
• Dedicated inputs for opening and closing monitored photo eyes and sensing edges
• Exit, center, and safety loop detector inputs
• Dedicated connections for radios, keypads, telephone entry systems, card readers, maglocks, solenoid locks, alarms, and emergency opening devices
• Auxiliary relay supports gate tamper alerts and other programmable outputs
• Cell hub and MAX wireless edge receiver connection ports
• Onboard LEDs identify battery, power, safety sensor, motor overload, loop, link, and system fault conditions

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Maximum Controls
• Product Name: Omega I Control Board
• Part Name: MXG-Omega
• Product Type: Main gate operator control board
• Application: Maximum Controls brushless DC slide gate operator control and diagnostics
• Compatible Models: Maximum Controls MXG 2300, MXG 2300-ST, and MXG 1800 FS slide gate operators
• Limit System: Programmable virtual open and close limits
• Programming Controls: Program, Open, Stop, Close, Jog Left, and Jog Right buttons
• Display: Onboard LCD status and programming display
• Battery Functions: Battery input monitoring, battery voltage indication, battery-in-use indication, and battery input error indication
• Battery Backup Modes: Fail Safe, Fail Secure, and Open 1 Time
• Battery Charging: Up to 4.5 amps
• Power Input: Dedicated Power/Solar input
• Solar Support: Selectable solar mode with low-power accessory management
• Diagnostic Port: OBD USB port
• Diagnostic History: Stores and exports the most recent 8,000 events
• Diagnostic File Format: Downloadable TXT file
• Diagnostic Data: Configuration settings, event history, gate status, voltage, temperature, current draw, cycle count, errors, warnings, and input/output activity
• Entrapment Inputs: Edge Close, Photo Close, and Open Only
• Sensor Monitoring: Supports compatible monitored 10K photo eyes and sensing edges
• Loop Inputs: Exit, Center, and Safety
• Accessory Power Output: 12VDC output
• Command Inputs: Open, Close, Stop, and Fire Department/Emergency Open
• Access Control Inputs: Radio receiver, keypad, card reader, key switch, and telephone entry connections
• Lock Control: Maglock and solenoid lock support
• Maglock Delay: Selectable delay settings
• Auxiliary Relay: Programmable gate tamper and accessory relay
• Dual-Gate Support: Primary/secondary operator communication
• Communication Port: Primary/secondary RS-485 link
• Additional Ports: ID plug, cell hub, alarm, jog/manual release, and MAX wireless edge receiver
• Status Indicators: Battery input error, battery in use, battery voltage, power, ERD, learned limits, motor overload, manual release/reset, program mode, solar mode, auxiliary relay, gate position, link status, loop inputs, and monitored sensor inputs
• Included Component: Omega I replacement control board
• Condition: New

Conclusion

The Maximum Controls Omega I Control Board is the central replacement controller for compatible MXG slide gate operators requiring restoration of motor control, limit programming, monitored safety inputs, battery backup, access control connections, or diagnostic functions. The operator-specific ID plug and existing wiring configuration must be transferred or matched correctly during installation so the board identifies and controls the connected gate operator as intended.