D1RWC13007 Installation Manual

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INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE
MANUAL
FOR
OEM Dual Red Beacon/White Strobe
D1RW-C13-007
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Contents
Page
Contents----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2
Tables and Figures -------------------------------------------------------------------------------3
Section 1: Overview ------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
Section 2: Installation and Wiring -----------------------------------------------------------6
Section 3: EMC and Lightning Immunity--------------------------------------------------9
Section 4: Detailed Procedure for Proper Grounding to Minimize Risk of
Lightning Damage ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 11
Section 4a: Cable Grounding (Power Supply Side) ------------------------ 11
Section 4b: Light Engine Grounding (Flash Head Unit) ------------------ 18
Section 5: Ferrites ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 23
Section 6: Flash Rate & Steady Burn ---------------------------------------------------- 23
Section 7: Control Inputs--------------------------------------------------------------------- 24
Section 8: Configuration Options Switch----------------------------------------------- 26
Section 9: Configuration Via Serial Port ------------------------------------------------ 26
Section 10: Mounting the Light Engine-------------------------------------------------- 27
Section 11: Maintenance and Troubleshooting -------------------------------------- 28
Section 12: Recommended Spare Parts and User Replaceable Parts-------- 30
Section 13: 100-240Vac Operated Systems -------------------------------------------- 30
Appendix A: Serial Port Specification --------------------------------------------------- 31
Appendix B: Specifications------------------------------------------------------------------ 37
Section 14: Commissioning Checklist--------------------------------------------------- 38
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Tables and Figures
Figure 1. Power Supply / Heat Sink Assembly -------------------------------------------------------------- 5
Figure 2. Driver Block Diagram ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
Figure 3. System Block Diagram -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6
Figure 4. Power Supply Din Rail Terminal Connection -------------------------------------------------- 7
Figure 5. Light Engine Terminal Block Connection ------------------------------------------------------- 8
Figure 6. Cutting the Outer Cable Cover ---------------------------------------------------------------------11
Figure 7. Expose the Drain wire --------------------------------------------------------------------------------12
Figure 8. Unravel the Metal Foil---------------------------------------------------------------------------------12
Figure 9. Remove the yellow fiber material -----------------------------------------------------------------13
Figure 10. Wrapping the foil around the cable -------------------------------------------------------------13
Figure 11. Tape the wrap of foil ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------14
Figure 12. Insert cable into power supply housing cabinet -------------------------------------------14
Figure 13. Connect wires into terminal block --------------------------------------------------------------15
Figure 14. P-clip attached to foil--------------------------------------------------------------------------------15
Figure 15. Secure P-Clip and drain wire ---------------------------------------------------------------------16
Figure 16. Attach Ferrite to wires ------------------------------------------------------------------------------16
Figure 17. Correct installation and placement -------------------------------------------------------------17
Figure 18. Wrapping foil, Silver side facing OUT, around the insulation--------------------------18
Figure 19. The metal foil is inside the nipple ---------------------------------------------------------------19
Figure 20. Check Ω (resistance) to ensure a good grounding connection -----------------------19
Figure 21. Internal View of the Flash Head Unit -----------------------------------------------------------20
Figure 22. Connect Drain Wire to Grounding Screw -----------------------------------------------------20
Figure 23. Connecting all wires, color for color, 1:1 -----------------------------------------------------21
Figure 24. Attach the Ferrite (provided) to the wires and close --------------------------------------21
Figure 25. Ensure no obstruction is between the Bottom plate & O-ring of the Unit frame-22
Figure 26. Micro Controller Board (Power Supply) -------------------------------------------------------24
Figure 27. Synchronizing Flash Rates------------------------------------------------------------------------25
Figure 28. Configuration Switch Settings (on Microcontroller Board) -----------------------------26
Figure 29. Base – Bottom View ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------27
Table 1. Recommended Spare Parts And User Replaceable Parts----------------------------------30
Figure 30. Power Supply Heat Sink Assembly -------------------------------------------------------------36
Figure 31. Light Engine Dimensions --------------------------------------------------------------------------36
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Section 1: Overview
The Dialight OEM Dual Red Beacon White Strobe Driver and Flash Head is
designed to be incorporated into Medium Intensity L865 systems for the lighting
of radio towers, wind generators and other obstructions to aerial navigation, as
specified by the FAA and FCC.
This design uses LED technology for light output both from the Beacon and
White Strobe. Unlike conventional xenon flashtube technology, little or no
maintenance is required during its lifetime. Working voltages of less than
200VDC are much lower than with xenon flashtube designs; therefore, this
system represents an advance in safety.
A high level of functionality and versatility is provided by the Driver module. Not
only does it generate the required LED drive currents, but also provides:
Timing and synchronization
Fault monitoring
Dimming features
Options for night operation
Serial port configuration
Data logging
The Driver module consists of a plate on which are fixed:
Two White Strobe Drivers
One Red Beacon Driver
One Micro-controller module
One filter/protection and interface module
The system operates from a nominal 48Vdc/100W supply.
A switch on the micro-controller board allows various options as to how the
system operates to be selected.
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Figure 1. Power Supply / Heat Sink Assembly
DC
in
EMI Filter,
Transient &
Reverse
Polarity
Protection
I/O Signal
Opto-Isolators
White Strobe
Driver 1
Microcontroller
circuit
White Strobe
Driver 2
To Light
Engine
Red Beacon
Driver
Control
Signals
Figure 2. Driver Block Diagram
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Section 2: Installation and Wiring
The Driver module should be mounted inside a grounded, metal enclosure to
provide environmental, electromagnetic interference and safety protection.
For safety, an interlock switch should be fitted to the Controller cabinet door such
that when opened, power is disconnected from the system.
A multi-conductor cable needs to be provided to connect the Driver to the Light
Engine.
Enclosure/Cabinet
Power In
Control
Signals
Light
Engine
Alarm
Outputs
Multi-way connection
cable
Figure 3. System Block Diagram
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Figure 4. Power Supply Din Rail Terminal Connection
Light Engine Cable Connections
Two conductors are required for the Red Beacon and eight for the White Strobe,
so ten conductors are required in total.
When connecting the cable to the terminal block, for both the Light Engine side
and Power Supply side, match the colors on one side to other prewired side. E.g.
1:1, red to red, purple to purple, green to green.
Recommended minimum specification for the light engine cable is:
10 conductors
20 AWG
Rated for outdoor use
-40 to +55ºC temperature range
Rated for at least 200V between conductors
Overall Shielded
Overall diameter: 0.24” – 0.47” (6 – 12 mm)
Cable length: 0 – 550’
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Note:
1: If conductor thickness is reduced the maximum permissible distance between
light engine and power supply will be reduced.
2: For maximum immunity to the effects of radiated interference and lightning, the
cable from the Control Box to Power Supply Cabinet should be shielded with the
screen grounded at both ends.
Figure 5. Light Engine Terminal Block Connection
The cable connects to the Driver by means of the terminal blocks on the DIN
Rail. The conductors connect one to one, to the corresponding terminals in the
light engine.
Warning:
Take care to connect correctly, as incorrect operation can cause damage to
the driver modules.
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Section 3: EMC and Lightning Immunity
System Installation Procedure for EMC and Lightning Immunity
For further detailed instructions, refer to “Detailed Procedures for Proper
Grounding to Minimize Risk of Lightning Damage” in the following section
of this manual.
For maximum immunity to RF and Lightning:
1: Ground the light engine cable at both ends. Make 360-degree ground
connections around the braid or foil (avoid pigtails).
2: If there is a drain-wire in the cable, ground it at both ends
3: Ensure the Flash Head is electrically bonded to the tower
4: Minimize loop areas by tying all cables against the tower or passing through
conduit
5: Ensure the power-supply cabinet is electrically bonded to the tower
6: Clamp a ferrite on each cable entering the power supply box as follows:
Around all conductors emerging from the light engine cable (1 turn i.e.
twice through center)
Incoming power cable, all three conductors (2 turns i.e. 3 times through
center)
Power to the Side-Lights cable (once through center)
Alarm cable Photo cell cable (once through center)
Recommended ferrite type: Steward 28B1020-100
7: Ground any spare/unused conductors from the light engine cable inside the
power supply cabinet
8: Keep wiring tidy with cables performing different functions tied up separately.
Keep power, control and output cables separate. Tie up wires to minimize loop
areas.
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9: To ensure compliance with FCC conducted emissions limits a 0.1uF/250V Xtype Suppression Capacitor should be connected across the incoming Live and
Neutral mains conductors.
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Section 4: Detailed Procedure for Proper Grounding to Minimize
Risk of Lightning Damage
Lightning Rods
Install one or more lightning rods near the Light Engine. The lightning rods
should extend a minimum of three feet above the Light Engine.
Section 4a: Cable Grounding (Power Supply Side)
1. Measure roughly 10-12 inches (≈1 foot) of the provided cable. (See Fig.6)
2. Using a knife/ razor, carefully cut the protective cover on the wire, ensuring not
to damage the wires and insulating foil inside. DO NOT CUT OFF ANY WIRE,
BARE WIRE and/or FOIL. You don’t have to be too conservative with the length
of the cable. Having more cable cut is better than having too little cut. (See Fig.6)
Figure 6. Cutting the Outer Cable Cover
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3. Separate the Drain Wire (Bare wire) from the rest of the bundle. (See Fig.7)
Figure 7. Expose the Drain wire
4. Carefully unravel the shielding foil from the bundle of wires. DO NOT CUT OR
RIP THE FOIL. (See Fig.8)
Figure 8. Unravel the Metal Foil
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5. Expose the yellow fiber material and remove by cutting. Be careful not to
damage the wires or shielding foil. (See Fig.9)
Figure 9. Remove the yellow fiber material
6. Straighten out the foil and then wrap the shielding foil around the wires in the
cable. Ensure the SILVER SIDE is facing out and the Blue side is facing the
wires. The tighter the wraps, the better it is. Be careful not to use too much force,
the foil may rip. (See Fig.10)
Figure 10. Wrapping the foil around the cable
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7. After all of the foil is wrapped up, silver side up, place a piece of tape
(electrical tape, if possible, but any will do) at the bottom of the wrap to prevent
unraveling. Keep the amount of foil being covered by the tape to a minimum.
(See Fig.11)
Figure 11. Tape the wrap of foil
8. Insert cable to the cable receptacle and push/pull cable through till the metal
foil is on the inside of the power supply with some slack (about 12-16 inches). Do
NOT tighten cable lock nut yet. (See Fig.12)
Figure 12. Insert cable into power supply housing cabinet
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9. Connect all wires, matching 1:1, color to color as shown below. Example: red
to red, blue to blue, grey to grey, etc. (See Fig.13)
Figure 13. Connect wires into terminal block
10. Place the metal P-Clip (Provided) around the foil. (See Fig.14)
P-Clips
Green Grounding
Screw with Cup
Washer
Figure 14. P-clip attached to foil
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11. Screw P-Clip into a hole located toward bottom right of mounting plate using
screw (provided). Connect drain wire to mounting plate using Green Screw and
Cup Washer (provided) also using a hole near bottom right of mounting plate.
Cut off excess Drain wire to prevent accidental short circuits. (See Fig.15)
Tighten screws.
Ensure that none of
the colored wires
are pinched.
Figure 15. Secure P-Clip and drain wire
12. Using the provided Ferrite, pass the wires through. Close the Ferrite,
ensuring that none of the wires are pinched. DO NOT INCLUDE DRAIN WIRE
(BARE WIRE) IN THE FERRITE. (see Fig.16 &17)
Figure 16. Attach Ferrite to wires
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Figure 17. Correct installation and placement
13. Tighten cable lock nut until the cable is secure in place. (See Fig.12)
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Section 4b: Light Engine Grounding (Flash Head Unit)
1-5. Repeat steps 1-5 of the previous section “Power Supply Grounding” on other
end of cable.
6. Straighten out the foil and then wrap the shielding foil around the insulation
(Black Outer cover) of the cable. Ensure the SILVER SIDE is facing out and
the Blue side is facing the insulation. The tighter the wraps, the better it is. Be
careful not to use too much force, the foil may rip. (see Fig.18)
The Goal is to make good electrical bond between the foil and metal framing.
Make the cable and foil combination thick enough so the cable clamp has a good
grip.
Figure 18. Wrapping foil, Silver side facing OUT, around the insulation
7. After all the foil is wrapped up, silver side up, place a piece of tape (electrical
tape if possible, but any will do) at the bottom of the wrap to prevent unraveling.
Keep the amount of foil being covered by the tape to a minimum.
Refer to Figure 11.
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8. Insert the cable into the cable receptacle and position the cable so that the
metal foil is inside the nipple and tighten the cable lock nut. (see Fig.19) Ensure
the inner metal clamp is making good electrical contact with the foil.
Figure 19. The metal foil is inside the nipple
8-1.Use an ohmmeter or continuity to check drain wire electrically connects (low
resistance) to metal (screw hole threads can be used) of light engine. (see Fig.20)
Figure 20. Check Ω (resistance) to ensure a good grounding connection
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8-2. Internal view of Cable Receptacle in Light Engine Housing. (see Fig.21)
Figure 21. Internal View of the Flash Head Unit
9. Connect the Drain Wire (bare wire) to the Grounding Screw. (see Fig.22)
Figure 22. Connect Drain Wire to Grounding Screw
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11. Connect all wires, matching 1:1, color to color as shown below. Example: red
to red, blue to blue, grey to grey, etc. (see Fig. 23)
Figure 23. Connecting all wires, color for color, 1:1
12. Using the provided Ferrite, pass the wires through. Close the Ferrite,
ensuring that none of the wires are pinched. DO NOT INCLUDE DRAIN WIRE
(BARE WIRE) IN THE FERRITE. (see Fig. 24)
Figure 24. Attach the Ferrite (provided) to the wires and close
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13. Close the cover, insuring that no cables or obstructions are caught between
the cover plate and the housing and tighten cover bolts. If the o-ring is not sealed
properly, severe damage may result. (See Fig.25)
Figure 25. Ensure no obstruction is between the Bottom plate & O-ring of the Unit
frame
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Section 5: Ferrites
Ferrites act to increase the inductance of a conductor and can be effective at
reducing or eliminating RF or lightning immunity problems.
Different Ferrite materials have different effectiveness depending of the
frequency to be attenuated. They should be chosen for maximum attenuation at
the frequency of concern. As a general rule, the more material in the ferrite the
higher will be the attenuation.
For maximum lightning immunity and EMC performance, choose ferrite materials
with good broad band attenuation, such as Steward 28B1020-100.
Better attenuation will be obtained if the cable can be put through the center
more than once. Inductance is proportional to the square of number of turns so
twice through is theoretically 4 times the inductance of 1 turn.
Multiple ferrites (including different types in combination) can be used on a single
cable.
Section 6: Flash Rate & Steady Burn
Both Red Beacon and White Strobe default to 40 flashes per minute.
The flash rate may be adjusted between 20-40 fpm by means of the Sync input.
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Figure 26. Micro Controller Board (Power Supply)
Section 7: Control Inputs
Each input is active when the input terminal is connected to the negative of the
supply input (Common).
Input/Outputs
Sync Input
Synchronizes both White Strobe and Red Beacon.
When held steady (connected to Common) the Red
Beacon burns constant, and the White Strobe flashes
at 40FPM. To synchronize the white and preset red
flash rate, a 1 PPM signal may be provided.
Alternately, a synchronization pulse may be applied at
every flash to alter the flash rate. In both modes, the
synchronization signal must be asserted for at least
0.1s to ensure that it is properly detected.
Sync Output
Independent synchronization signal which may be
connected to the Sync input of other supplies when
multiple synchronized lights are required (leave all
other Sync Outputs unconnected)
In Day mode Sync output defaults to 40FPM
In Night mode Sync output defaults to 30FPM
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Master Strobe
Sync In
Sync Out
Slave Strobe
Sync In
To Sync In of other synchronized strobes
Figure 27. Synchronizing Flash Rates
Day/Night contact
Connect to Common for Night mode
Dim 0
Connect Dim 0 to Common to reduce light output to
30% of maximum
Connect Dim 1 to Common to reduce light output to
10% of maximum
Note: Dimming affects both White Strobe and Red
Beacon
Dim 1
Two uncommitted solid-state relay outputs are provided to indicate a fault with
the Red or White Beacon;
Red Fault A
Red Fault B
White Fault A
White Fault B
Each solid state relay is rated for up to 600V/40mA max, 20mA continuous. The
relays can either be configured to close or open when there is a fault condition,
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or pulse (fail safe, at a rate of 1 Hz with a duty cycle of 50%) when all is OK by
means of the Configuration Options switch.
Section 8: Configuration Options Switch
Switch
1
2
3
4
At night, light Red Beacon or White Strobe at 2000cd
German W. Red (1s-on, 0.5s-off, 1s-on, 1.5s-off)
Selects whether fault relays pulse while system is OK
Selects whether fault relays open or close on fault
CONFIGURATION SWITCH SETTINGS (on Microcontroller Board)
1 2 3 4
ON
Figure 28. Configuration Switch Settings (on Microcontroller Board)
ON
1
2
3
4
OFF
White at night
W. Red mode
Relays pulse while system is OK
Relays open on fault
Red at night
50% duty cycle mode
Relays do not pulse
Relays close on fault
Section 9: Configuration Via Serial Port
Certain parameters may be configured via a serial port on the microcontroller
board. This allows different pulse times and duty cycles to be set up, as well as
allowing for additional monitoring capabilities. See Appendix A for more
information about the connection and protocol.
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Section 10: Mounting the Light Engine
Dialight recommends the installation of one or more lightning rods near the
installed Light Engine. The lightning rods should extend a minimum of three feet
above the height of the Light Engine.
The Light Engine is mounted to the tower pedestal utilizing customer supplied ½”
hardware. Six mounting holes are provided on the Light Engine base (Figure 2).
These mounting holes will align with most tower pedestals. The Light Engine
must be installed level to maintain light output in accordance with FAA
requirements.
Figure 29. Base – Bottom View
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Section 11: Maintenance and Troubleshooting
No regular scheduled maintenance is required for the Driver module or Light
Engine.
Capacitor Voltage Indication
Safety Warning: This board holds a number of large capacitors for storage
of the energy required during the Strobe’s flash duration. These capacitors
may be charged with voltages up to about 185Vdc. Associated with each
capacitor is a red indicator LED. When lit, this indicates the capacitor
voltage is 50V or higher. When power is removed from the module the
capacitors automatically discharge to 50V within 30 seconds.
Therefore do not attempt any maintenance until the capacitors have been
allowed time to discharge to a safe level and all the red indicator LEDs
have gone out.
Strobe Driver Diagnostic LED’s
The two Strobe Driver modules each have four indicator LEDs.
LED 1, 2 and 3: Each is driven from one of the driver’s three outputs. Therefore
normally each one should blink at the same rate as the Strobe output. These
indicate the driver module is operating. If for some reason some of the White
LED’s in the light engine do not operate yet these diagnostic LED’s do blink, this
would indicate the fault is not with the Driver module. Should one or more of
these LED’s be stuck on or not flash at all, this would indicate a fault with the
driver module.
LED 4: Lights continuously when the Strobe is energized to show an excess of
50V is present at its output. If this does not light it might indicate either the Driver
module is faulty or not receiving any power.
Red Beacon Driver Diagnostic LED
LED 1 on the Red Beacon Driver indicates more than 50V is present on the
output and gives a good indication that the Beacon Driver module is working.
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Microcontroller Board Diagnostic LEDs
LED 1 on the microcontroller board shows the status of the light engine. In white
mode, it will flash the layer number of any white layers that currently have faulty
strings. In red mode, it will flash once every two seconds if the red current is low
and twice if the current is too high. It will not flash at all when all layers are
operating properly.
LED 2 on the microcontroller board pulses once every time a flash is initiated in
the light engine.
Table 1 below lists possible faults and repair procedures for the L-865
Symptom
White Strobe will
not operate, or
initially operates
then shuts down
Possible Causes
1: Cable Connection
Problem
2: LED string failure
3: Drive module
failure
Corrective Action
Check Diagnostic LED’s on
Strobe Driver modules. If not
operating properly check power to
Driver module (J1), or replace
module. Check cable plugged
into J2. If LED’s are operating
properly, check cable connections
to light engine.
Red Beacon will not 1: Control cable
Check cables are plugged into J1
operate. Diagnostic problem
and J2 OK.
LED is lit
2: Light Engine cable Check wiring to light Engine
Problem
3: LED problem in
Light Engine
Red Beacon will not 1: No power to
Check power connections to
operate. Indicator
Beacon module.
Beacon section (cable in J1).
on Beacon driver
2: Faulty Red Driver
module not lit
module
For further information and detailed troubleshooting, refer to the In-Depth
Troubleshooting Guide.
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Section 12: Recommended Spare Parts and User Replaceable Parts
Description
Light Engine Module
White Driver Module
Red Driver Module
Micro-controller/Filter Module
Capacitor Module
Dialight Part Number
8800-865-0210-00
8800-865-0202-00
8800-865-0204-00
8800-865-0206-00
8800-865-0207-00
Table 1. Recommended Spare Parts And User Replaceable Parts
Section 13: 100-240Vac Operated Systems
When it is required to operate the system from a 100-240V mains supply, an
additional AC to 48VDC power supply is required.
It is recommended that this supply be rated for 150W output.
If the system is to comply with FAA 150/5345-43F, certain details of this standard
should be considered when choosing the power supply…
Section
3.3.8 and 4.2.9
3.3.15 and 4.2.11
4.2.2
4.2.3
6kV/3000A combination-wave, transient test.
1.414kV/10uA leakage current test
+55ºC operational test
-40ºC operational test and -55ºC storage test
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Appendix A: Serial Port Specification
Overview
The serial port on the microcontroller is accessible through the J7 connector
located on the microcontroller board. It can be used to configure the strobe unit,
monitor it for status information, or provide override capability for the external
control signals. The port itself, as well as the protocol for accessing it, is
described below.
Connection
This port sends and receives raw serial data; it should be noted that there is no
level shift performed on the signals from the microcontroller. If the port is to be
used to connect to a computer or other device with a full RS232 port, a level
shifter will be required. Also, it is good practice to isolate the microcontroller
connection from the computer to protect both the strobe unit and computer from
dangerous voltages.
The serial port connection is through connector J7 on the microcontroller board,
with pin 1 marked by a white arrow. The pinout of this port is listed below.
Pin 1: Ground
Pin 2: +5V (this pin may be used to power an external level shifter, up to 100mA)
Pin 3: RX pin (receive to the microcontroller)
Pin 4: TX pin (transmit from the microcontroller)
Pin 5: No connect
The port has the following characteristics:
19200 baud
8 data bits
One stop bit
No parity bit
No flow control
While a connection to the port can be made through HyperTerminal or a similar
simple serial communication package, it should be noted that the data received
from the port is encoded in binary rather than ASCII, and therefore will be
unreadable by such software.
Protocol
There are three sets of data that can be transmitted across the serial connection:
Configuration, Status and Override. All “Master” transactions are TO the
microcontroller board, and all “Slave” transactions are FROM the microcontroller
board.
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Configuration
Configuration information can be read or written to the microcontroller board
using the following protocol. Note that changing these parameters can cause the
unit to no longer be compliant with FAA or ICAO regulations.
Read command
Master transmission
Byte Value
0
‘C’
1
‘R’
2
‘D’
Slave response
Byte Value
0
‘C’
1
‘R’
2
‘D’
3
Number of white LED layers
4
Number of faulty strings accepted before an alarm is signaled
5
Interval between white flashes, 0.1s increments
6:7
Flash duration in 100% white mode, 4 us increments
8:9
Pulse on time in 30% white mode, 4 us increments
10:11 Pulse off time in 30% white mode, 4 us increments
12:13 Pulse on time in 10% white mode, 4 us increments
14:15 Pulse off time in 10% white mode, 4 us increments
16
Number of pulses per flash in 30% and 10% white modes. There is
always only a single pulse in 100% white mode
17
Number of pulses per flash in all red modes.
18:19 Pulse on time in 100% red mode, 4 us increments
20:21 Pulse off time in 100% red mode, 4 us increments
22:23 Pulse on time in 30% red mode, 4 us increments
24:25 Pulse off time in 30% red mode, 4 us increments
26:27 Pulse on time in 10% red mode, 4 us increments
28:29 Pulse off time in 10% red mode, 4 us increments
30
Set to 0 to prevent the red layer from automatically switching over to
white when an alarm is raised, set to any other value to enable
switchover
31
Interval between red flashes, 0.1s intervals
32
8 bit checksum, computed over bytes 3 to 31
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Write Command
Master transmission
Byte Value
0
‘C’
1
‘W’
2
‘R’
3
Number of white LED layers
4
Number of faulty strings accepted before an alarm is signaled
5
Interval between white flashes, 0.1s increments
6:7
Flash duration in 100% white mode, 4 us increments
8:9
Pulse on time in 30% white mode, 4 us increments
10:11 Pulse off time in 30% white mode, 4 us increments
12:13 Pulse on time in 10% white mode, 4 us increments
14:15 Pulse off time in 10% white mode, 4 us increments
16
Number of pulses per flash in 30% and 10% white modes. There is
always only a single pulse in 100% white mode
17
Number of pulses per flash in red modes.
18:19 Pulse on time in 100% red mode, 4 us increments
20:21 Pulse off time in 100% red mode, 4 us increments
22:23 Pulse on time in 30% red mode, 4 us increments
24:25 Pulse off time in 30% red mode, 4 us increments
26:27 Pulse on time in 10% red mode, 4 us increments
28:29 Pulse off time in 10% red mode, 4 us increments
30
Set to 0 to prevent the red layer from automatically switching over to
white when an alarm is raised, set to any other value to enable
switchover
31
Interval between red flashes, 0.1s intervals
32
8 bit checksum, computed over bytes 3 to 31
Slave response
Byte Value
0
‘C’
1
‘W’
2
‘R’
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Status
Status information can be read from the microcontroller board using the following
protocol:
Master transmission
Byte Value
0
‘S’
1
‘R’
2
‘D’
Slave response
Byte Value
0
‘S’
1
‘R’
2
‘D’
3
Number of white LED layers
4
Number of faulty strings in white layer 1, if present
5
Number of faulty strings in white layer 2, if present
6
Number of faulty strings in white layer 3, if present
7
Red layer status: 0 if good, 1 if current is low, 2 if current is high
8
Status array, bits defined as follows:
0) 1 if unit is locked to an external sync signal, 0 if not
1) 1 if unit is receiving a 1PPM signal, 0 if not
2:3) Current dimming mode: 0 indicates 100%, 1 indicates 30%, 2 or 3
indicates 10%
4) 1 if unit is in day mode, 0 if in night mode
5) 1 if unit is set for red night mode, 0 if set for white night mode
6) 1 if unit is set for normal night flash pattern, 0 if set for WRED night
flash pattern
7) 1 if red is in steady burning mode, 0 if in flashing mode
9
Red driver voltage control feedback level
10
Red driver current sense feedback
11
Red driver voltage control adjustment level
12
Fault monitor voltage in white layer 1, if present
13
Fault monitor voltage in white layer 2, if present
14
Fault monitor voltage in white layer 2, if present
15
1 if white fault alarm is active, 0 if inactive
16
1 if red fault alarm is active, 0 if inactive
17:18 100ms interval timer value, in 4us increments. In 1PPM mode, this is
adjusted to match timing with the sync signal
19
8 bit checksum, computed over bytes 3 to 18
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Override
Override information can be written to the microcontroller board using the
following protocol:
Master transmission
Byte Value
0
‘O’
1
‘W’
2
‘R’
3
Override array, bits defined as follows:
0) 1 to force unit to use override data, 0 for unit to use external signals
(both external and override sync signals are always used, regardless of
the value of this bit)
1) 1 to set unit to day mode, 0 to set unit to night mode
2:3) 0 to set dimming level to 100%, 1 to set dimming level to 30%, 2 or 3
to set dimming level to 10%
4) 1 to force unit to clear internal faults and restart monitoring
5) 1 to send an immediate sync signal. Note that this is processed even if
bit 0 is 0
6) 1 to put unit in steady burn mode. Note that this only affects the red
night mode
4
8 bit checksum, computed over byte 3
Slave Response
Byte Value
0
‘O’
1
‘W’
2
‘R’
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Figure 30. Power Supply Heat Sink Assembly
Figure 31. Light Engine Dimensions
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Appendix B: Specifications
Operating Temperature Range
-40°C to +55°C
Power Supply Specifications
Supply voltage: 48Vdc +/-10%
Reverse polarity protected
Power requirement; 100W nominal at 48V with white strobe in day mode
at 40FPM and 550ft of 20AWG cable
Red beacon power requirement nominally 30W when steady burning
Maximum flash rate 40 FPM
Dimensions - 14.2 x 14.2
Weight - 16 Pounds
Light Engine Specifications
Weight
38 Pounds
Height (See Fig. 6)
11.7 Inches
Diameter (See Fig. 6)
17.0 Inches
Bolt Hold down Pattern - Standard Pattern provided (See Base Bottom View)
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Section 14: Commissioning Checklist
All items on checklist must be completed correctly to ensure the system
functions properly and reliably. Complete and Sign below.
□
□
Check that all cables, wires and connectors are connected securely in
accordance with Section 2 of the Installation Manual.
Check that the Lightning Protection and Proper Grounding is present in
accordance with Section 3 and 4 of the Installation Manual and per
Procedure for Proper Grounding to Minimize Risk of Lightning Damage
manual.
Operational Checks
A.
□
1)
2)
Set system to Day mode.
□Pull out the interlock switch.
□Wait at least 2 minutes.
3)
□Check Error LED (LED1) on Micro Board does NOT blink. If it blinks,
4)
that indicates a fault, see Problem 2 and 3, in the Troubleshooting Guide.
□Check that the controller does not produce any alarm signals.
5)
□If possible, visually check the Light Engine is flashing and operating
normally.
B. Set system to RED Night mode.
1)
□Check LED1 on Red Driver module (bottom left of cabinet) is on if
steady burning and blinking if flashing.
3)
□Check that the controller does not produce any alarm signals.
□If testing a white only system, set to White Night mode and repeat
4)
□If possible, visually check the Light Engine lights up.
2)
step A, starting from step 2.
I, ________________________ (Print Name), have completed all final checks listed
above and observed satisfactory results. No issues to report at this time.
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Signature
Date
________________________________________
___________________________
Installation Site Location (Site Number, City, State)
Company Name
ONCE COMPLETED, TEAR OFF AND TAPE INSIDE THE DOOR OF THE POWER SUPPLY!!
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REVISION HISTORY
REV
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APP
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DATE
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