Avlite Pilot Activated Lighting Control (FAA) Installation Manual

AV-PALC-01
Pilot Activated Lighting Control
Installation & Service Manual
Version 1.0 (Rev F)
AV-PALC-01
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Version No.
1.0
Description
Manual launch
Date
May 2012
Approved
S. Turner
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Table of Contents
Introduction...........................................................................................Page 4
Technology............................................................................................Page 4
Safety Notice.........................................................................................Page 5
AV-PALC-01...........................................................................................Page 6
Section 1: L-854 Introduction..............................................................Page 8
Section 2: L-854 Cabinet & Antenna Installation.............................Page 10
Section 3: Wiring Connections.........................................................Page 13
Section 4: Controls & Indicators.......................................................Page 15
Section 5: Trouble Shooting & Repair..............................................Page 18
Section 6: Maintenance.....................................................................Page 20
Section 7: Theory of Operation.........................................................Page 21
Section 8: 118–136MHz Tuning & Squelch Guide............................Page 22
Section 9: RF Controller Menu Operation........................................Page 29
Section 10: Trouble Shooting RF Controller....................................Page 34
Addendum A: FCC Part–15 Compliance..........................................Page 35
Appendix A: Parts Lists, Required Parts & Tools Not Supplied....Page 36
Appendix B: Typical Wiring Diagram................................................Page 37
Appendix C: Certificate of Conformance.........................................Page 38
Appendix D: Antenna Installation.....................................................Page 39
Avlite Light Warranty..........................................................................Page 42
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Introduction
Congratulations! By choosing to purchase an Avlite light, you have become the
owner of one of the most advanced solar LED airfield lights in the world.
Avlite Systems draws on more than 25 years experience in the design and manufacture of navigation
aids, and particular care has been taken to ensure your light gives years of trouble free service.
As a commitment to producing the highest quality products for our customers, Avlite has been
independently certified as complying with the requirements of ISO 9001:2008 quality management
system.
By taking a few moments to browse through this booklet, you will become familiar with the versatility of
your light, and be able to maximise its operating function.
Please remember to complete the Avlite warranty registration card accompanying your light.
Technology
Avlite Systems is a world-class solar lighting systems manufacturer with a proven
reputation for rapid, innovative, and agile technology solutions designed specifically
for defense, government, civil and humanitarian aid operations in the most remote,
toughest environments.
Electronics
Avlite employs leading in-house electronic engineers in the design and development of software and
related circuitry. All individual electronic components are sourced directly by Avlite procurement staff
ensuring that only the highest quality components are used in our products.
LED Technology
All aviation lights use the latest advancements in LED (Light Emitting Diode) technology as a light
source. The major advantage of LEDs over traditional light sources is well established in that they
typically have an operational life in excess of 100,000 hours, resulting in substantial savings to
maintenance and servicing costs.
Precision Construction
Commitment to investing in the design and construction of injection-moulded parts including optic
lenses, light bases and a range of other components ensures that all Avlite products are of a
consistent and superior quality.
Optical Performance
Avlite manufactures a range of aviation LED lenses moulded from multi-cavity dies. The company has
superior in-house lens manufacturing capabilities to support outstanding optical performance.
Award-winning, Patented Technology
Several United States and Australian patent registrations are held on Avlite’s range of innovative
designs, with other regional patents pending in Canada, United Kingdom and Europe.
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Safety Notice
Important
1.Dangerous voltages are present in airfield lighting equipment and only qualified personnel
should service or install airfield lighting equipment.
2.Always read and understand the entire installation manual prior to connecting the radio
receiver to any equipment. Comply with limitations of load and maximum current contained in
this manual. Always follow all local electrical safety codes for the installation of this equipment.
Removing power from the radio receiver may not always remove control power from the
device…always follow appropriate lock out and tag out procedures whenever servicing the radio
receiver or associated control equipment.
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AV-PALC-01
The Avlite Pilot Activated Lighting Control (PALC) has been integrated with the
Avlite 2.4 GHz RF wireless network to allow approaching aircraft to activate
Avlite’s solar lighting on airfields and helipads. The Avlite PALC is ideal for solar
lighting applications. The energy stored in the light is used only as needed
increasing the overall autonomy of each light.
This lighting control system is specifically designed for use at airfields and
helipads where Avlite’s solar lighting is installed and on demand lighting is
desired. The PALC allows the solar lighting to be off and commanded on only
when needed by approaching aircraft. The system is set to a user specified field
adjustable time-out period in order to extinguish the lights automatically after
landing.
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SPECIFICATIONS•*
AV-PALC-01-12
AV-PALC-01-24
AV-PALC-01-UM
12VDC
24VDC
120–250VAC
General Characteristics
Frequency
Intensity Adjustments
Time out Adjustments
Field tuneable 118 – 136MHz Field tuneable 118 – 136MHz Field tuneable 118 – 136MHz
3 step
3 step
3 step
4
4
4
Electrical Characteristics
Voltage Nominal
Current Draw Active (mA)
Current Draw Standby (mA)
Current Draw 100w Heater On (mA)
Circuit protection
Operating Temperature
12VDC
275
155
N/A
CB 10Amp
-20 to 55oC
24VDC
61
59
N/A
CB 10Amp
-20 to 55oC
90–264VAC
100
88
1400
CB 10Amp
-55 to 55oC
Multicrystaline
90
14
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
SLA (Sealed Lead Acid)
80
12
Up to 20 days
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Powder Coated Steel
Wall Mount 4 x 10mm
(⅜ inch) holes,
448 x 360mm (17¾ x 14¼
inches)
485 / 19
405 / 16
320 / 12½
23 / 50
Up to 10 years
Powder Coated Steel
Wall Mount 4 x 10mm
(⅜ inch) holes,
448 x 360mm (17¾ x 14¼
inches)
485 / 19
405 / 16
320 / 12½
23 / 50
Up to 10 years
Powder Coated Steel
Wall Mount 4 x 10mm
(⅜ inch) holes,
448 x 360mm (17¾ x 14¼
inches)
485 / 19
405 / 16
320 / 12½
25 / 55
Up to 10 years
Complies to L-854 Radio
Control Equipment
ISO9001:2008
NEMA 4
Complies to L-854 Radio
Control Equipment
ISO9001:2008
NEMA 4
Certified to L-854 Radio
Control Equipment
ISO9001:2008
NEMA 4
AVLITE® is a registered
trademark of Avlite Systems
1 year warranty
AVLITE® is a registered
trademark of Avlite Systems
1 year warranty
AVLITE® is a registered
trademark of Avlite Systems
1 year warranty
Optional Solar
Characteristics
Solar Module Type
Output (watts)
Solar Module Efficiancy (%)
Charging Regulation
Optional Power Supply
Battery Type
Battery Capacity (Ah)
Nominal Voltage (VDC)
Autonomy @ 5 x 30 minute
activations and 80Ahr Battery
Physical Characteristics
Body Material
Mounting
Height (mm/inches)
Width (mm/inches)
Depth (mm/inches)
Mass (kg/lbs)
Product Life Expectancy
Certifications
FAA
Quality Assurance
Waterproof
Intellectual Property
Trademarks
Warranty *
Options Available
• Solar power supply (12VDC
only)
• Specifications subject to change or variation without notice
* Subject to standard terms and conditions
† Intensity setting subject to solar availability
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Section 1: L-854 Introduction
Operators Notice:
Read the entire manual prior to installing or operating this equipment. Avlite Systems assumes no
liability for installation, use or modifications completed by the installer.
Overview:
1. The L-854 is an air to ground radio receiver/decoder designed to reliably control airfield lighting
over a preset VHF frequency by closing one of four single pole double throw dry contact relays in
response to the “clicks” counted (3, 5 or 7) in a 5 second period. The controller has a selectable
timeout feature of 1, 15, 30 and 60 minutes and will maintain the pilot commanded state until the
preset timeout has expired or a new command set is received. An integrated heater is provided to
allow operations in subzero environments.
2. This radio receiver is capable of a wide range of operating voltages from 12VDC, 24VDC or
90-264VAC, 60 or 50 Hz with no modifications through the use of a switching power supply. All
input power is fused using a secondary panel mounted inline 5A fuse. Radio power, including the
integrated heater, is controlled via a single on/off toggle switch on the face plate (see Figure 6).
3. This unique configuration allows the AV-PALC-01 to control a myriad of Avlite solar airfield
equipment directly without any additional relay panels or logic boards.
Important Information:
1. Read the entire manual before installing or operating!
2. Avlite Systems reserves the right to revise the contents of this manual at any time.
3. Only qualified personnel should install, maintain and repair airfield electrical equipment and the
equipment should only be utilized as designed. Field modifications will void all warrantees and
may result in equipment damage, serious injury or death.
4. Follow all state, local and federal building and safety codes when installing or servicing this
equipment. Always follow lock out and tag out procedures whenever working around or on airfield
electrical equipment. Lethal voltages are present; removing radio power may not remove all
control power to associated equipment. The radio is not intended to function as an electrical lock
out.
5. Always ensure all equipment is properly grounded, appropriately fused and all antenna lines have
the provided surge suppressors properly installed.
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Equipment Orientation
Figure 1. Radio Layout
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Section 2: L-854 Cabinet & Antenna Installation
Site Selection:
1. Radio control equipment should be located as close as possible to the antenna and secured to a
sturdy structure. All antenna cabling should be routed in a conduit by itself, away from power and
control wiring which may induce unintended radio signals through the cabling. Cable distances in
excess of 75’ induce high losses and reduce radio performance and thus should be avoided.
2. All mounting positions must have a power source (solar, AC or DC) and earth ground available.
Grounding the unit to existing conduit or other devices may induce unwanted electrical
interference and will not meet surge arrestor requirements. ALWAYS use a primary earth
ground.
Indoor Cabinet Mounting / Conduit Entry:
The radio receiver is housed inside a NEMA 12/4 enclosure of the highest quality. Utilize all mounting
holes for a secure wall mount.
1. Temporarily place the unit on the wall in the desired location and level the enclosure.
2. Mark locations for the four mounting holes.
3. Remove the enclosure and set aside.
4. Drill four holes in the pre-marked locations and install appropriate anchoring hardware.
5. Install the anchors in the wall.
6. Secure Radio to wall or other surface, in desired location.
7. Plumb electrical conduits as required using a separate conduit run for antenna cabling away from
all other electrical cables to avoid interference. Avoid penetrating the top of the enclosure if you
wish to maintain the NEMA 4 rating of the enclosure!
Figure 2. Cabinet Mounting
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Antenna Connections:
Any suitable air band antenna may be used with the L-854 receiver / decoder using these general
procedures:
1. Ensure all antenna wiring is routed away from power and control cabling that may introduce noise
and unwanted operations.
2. All antennas must have a lightning arrestor placed in line with the antenna cabling, preferably
immediately below the antenna with a direct earth ground attached.
3. Antenna locations should be selected to allow line of sight to transmitting radios, either from the
ground or air as appropriate. Failure to achieve line of sight to the antenna will create inconsistent
control results.
4. Avoid grounding the antenna against a structure or other object. The antenna must stand in free
space clear of vegetation, building materials or other items that may create a path to ground and
lower antenna gain.
5. For Air to Ground communication, utilize a BNC connector to connect with the receiver plug
located in the L-854 cabinet.
6. For PALC to solar lighting, utilize a SMA connector to connect the reciever plug location on the
L-854 cabinet.
7. Connections are critical to efficient radio operations; avoid modifying the factory connectors on the
radio or antennas.
If you are using the provided antenna please refer to the L-854 Antenna Information and Kit Installation
Instructions in Appendix E of this manual.
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Section 3: Wiring Connections
This section describes the required connections to place your L-854 Receiver/Decoder into service.
These instructions assume the technician is familiar with airfield regulator control wiring and is not
intended to replace a thorough review of technical documentation for all connected equipment. If you
are unsure of any connections do not proceed!
Terminal Strips:
All field power connections are made using cage clamp style terminal blocks, see Figure 3. Additional
terminal block entry points are provided for jumpers and field connections. Wire connections to these
terminal blocks are made as follows
1. Strip the wire approximately 3/8” (9-10mm). Wire gauges from 12AWG-28AWG are suitable,
either stranded or solid.
2. To open the terminal strip place a small flat blade screwdriver into the square opening and firmly
push down. A spring cage clamp will open and the wire should easily move in or out of the
receptacle.
3. To secure the wire remove the flat blade screwdriver.
4. Test each connection by gently pulling the wire.
5. To remove a wire simply reinsert the screwdriver and release the cage clamp. Terminals may be
opened and closed an unlimited number of times.
Power Source Connections—Powering the Radio (AC Power):
Choose a suitable power source with a primary interrupt breaker or fuse. Any source from 90V to
264V AC, 50-60 Hz may be connected. Make the following connections: (see figure 3)
1. Line in to terminal “L”
2. Neutral to terminal “N”
3. Earth Ground to terminal “GND”. Ensure that you use a dedicated ground conductor to a ground
bus. Do not rely on conduit grounds or grounds that run through equipment generating substantial
electrical noise.
Power Source Connections—Powering the Radio (DC Power):
Choose a suitable DC power source or solar power supply with a primary interrupt breaker or fuse.
12VDC or 24VDC depending on the model ordered.
1. 12VDC Positive to “+”
2. 12VDC Negatiive to “-”
3. Earth ground to terminal “GND”. Ensure that you use a dedicated ground conductor to a ground
bus. Do not rely on conduit grounds or grounds that run through equipment generating substantial
electrical noise.
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Figure 3. Power Connections
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Section 4: Controls & Indicators
Operating Controls:
The radio is configured with a raised faceplate where all controls and indicators are positioned as
depicted in Figure 6. Each labeled item is described below:
Figure 6. Controls Layout
Fuse:
A single 5A, 250V inline fuse is provided for supplementary protection of all components.
On / Off Selector:
This SPST switch removes all power from the receiver, encoder and heater assembly.
Parallel / Serial Selector:
This two position switch will place the radio outputs either in Serial (singular) or Parallel (cumulative)
mode. See Table 1: Relay Outputs for a complete functional description.
Timeout Selector:
This rotary selector switch is used to vary the timeout of radio outputs. A 15 minute standard timeout
is default in the 12 o’clock position with selectable values of 1, 30, and 60 minutes for unique site
requirements. Changing this switch while a current timing scheme is underway will have no effect until
the new radio input is received at which time the newly selected time will be used by the processor. A
text display and timer countdown will appear in the controller display to show both the selected timeout
as well as present time elapsed in that period.
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Carrier Test Pushbutton:
This momentary contact pushbutton is designed to simulate the reception of a “click” on the tuned
frequency. The words “Carrier Detect” will appear in the controller display whenever this pushbutton is
used.
Reset Pushbutton:
Depressing the reset pushbutton will reset any active timing scheme underway, de-energize all relays,
and clear the carrier detect count cycle. This is normally a maintenance function for troubleshooting
purposes only. Using this button while the radio is in service will cancel any pilot commanded light
settings...use caution!
Controller Display:
The controller display is used to pass information on the operating status of the radio receiver. The
following messages are displayed
1. “Rural Electric 480 984-1488”—Default message when the controller is powered up and idle
2. “Carrier Detect” – Either the carrier test button was depressed or a valid “click” was detected.
This message is displayed for a minimum of 300 milliseconds after the detection to aid operator
viewing so individual clicks of a duration shorter than 300 milliseconds will result in “carrier detect”
remaining in view steady.
3. “XX: XX” countdown timer appears whenever a valid series of clicks has been received and the
decoder is executing the programmed timeout scheme. Directly below the countdown timer the
programmed timeout is displayed. The fidelity of the countdown timer varies with the timeout
setting
4. 1 Minute timeouts use a seconds and decimal seconds display
5. 15-60 Minute timeouts use a minutes and seconds display
Delete / Alt / Menu / OK / Esc Buttons:
These buttons are used during programming and factory maintenance. They are locked out during
normal field use.
Relay Active Lights (not shown):
Each of the four output relays will illuminate when the output coil is energized. The relays are
arranged from left to right as RA, R3, R5 and R7. Each relay has a normally open (NO) and normally
closed (NC) contact sharing a common input. Energizing the relay will open the NC contact and close
the NO contact.
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Component Layout:
Figure 7 depicts the internal component connections within the L-854 receiver. Internal components
connections are coupled using detachable connectors to aid in field service.
Figure 7. Component Layout Radio
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Section 5: Trouble Shooting & Repair Radio
Quick Solutions Guide:
No power to controller display:
The controller display should always show some text, lack of a controller display is indicative of a
power input problem or controller failure:
1. Check power inputs at each terminal strip for proper line and neutral orientation, repair as
necessary.
2. Verify power switch is on.
3. Verify fuse continuity by removing the fuse from the canister (remove power first), repair as
necessary.
4. Verify 12V power at the “+ “and“-“terminals beside relay R7. If DC power is present but still no
display suspect controller failure.
Relays do not cycle with radio commands:
Relay cycling can be confirmed by viewing the output indicating lights atop each relay:
1. Confirm power to the controller display above, correct as necessary.
2. Confirm click count is > 3 in a 5 second period, correct as necessary.
3. Cycle “Carrier Test” and verify text appears in controller display, if no response from the carrier test
but controller has a display suspect a controller or wiring failure.
4. If relays cycle normally using carrier test move on to “Verifying Radio Receiver Operations”
Verifying Radio Receiver Operations:
Either an appropriately tuned handheld radio or signal generator may be used to test for receiver
operation:
1. Confirm power and relay cycling as listed above, correct power problems as necessary.
2. Confirm the receiver frequency matches the transmitter frequency. Correct as necessary, refer to
Addendum A at the end of this manual for detailed instruction.
3. Remove the BNC connection at the small metal receiver box.
4. Verify the antenna cable has an “Open” circuit, between the Center Conductor (of the cable) and
Shield (shell of the BNC connector). If a short is indicated investigate the cable, cable connectors,
antenna mount method and lightning arrestor for the source of the short. Correct as necessary.
5. Using an appropriately tuned handheld radio near the open BNC connector, cycle the transmitter
and observe for carrier detect. Alternatively connect a signal generator to the BNC connector and
at 5 µV input signal and verify carrier detect on the controller screen. If no carrier detect and the
appropriate frequency is used, suspect receiver failure.
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CCR does not cycle with radio commands:
1. Verify CCR is in “Remote”, field wiring is correct per manufacturer and CCR is powered on.
Correct as necessary.
2. Verify relays cycle with radio commands as listed above.
3. Verify intended input voltage is present at each relay input terminal strip, correct as necessary.
4. Verify output voltage is present at the output terminals to each CCR. If correct voltage is present
problem exists in the regulator or regulator control wiring. If no output voltage exists...
5. Remove all relay input power connections and validate relay closure with ohmmeter between the
input and NO contacts. If relay cycles but contacts do not close replace removable relay modules.
Replacing relay modules:
1. Remove control power and radio power sources.
2. Loosen the cover plate retaining screws (4) and cover plate.
3. Remove the faulty module by pressing the small release tab up while gently pulling the module
out.
4. Insert a replacement module, depress until it “clicks” into place.
5. Replace the cover plate retaining screws (4) and cover plate.
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Section 6: Maintenance Radio
Your AV-PALC-00 is a robust piece of equipment designed for harsh environments but, like any
electronic device it should be routinely inspected for environmental conditions that may cause failures.
Follow these guidelines to help prevent issues-
Annually:
1. Inspect the enclosure housing for evidence of dust or water penetration. Repair gaskets or
conduit entries as required.
2. Cycle relays to confirm proper operation.
3. Inspect control wiring for failing insulation, open conductors or other wiring flaws.
4. Always leave the enclosure door closed for peak performance and environmental protection.
Subjecting the interior components to environmental conditions by leaving the door open may void
the warranty.
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Section 7: Theory of Operation
L-854 General Components:
Your AV-PALC-01 radio receiver is a complete kit featuring (1) radio receiver, (1) antenna with
mounting bracket, 20’ RG58U coax cable terminated with BNC connectors, and (1) VHF lightning
suppressor. No mast or other mounting hardware is provided.
L-854 Operation:
1. Major radio receiver subcomponents include the RE101 receiver, RE L12DWD controller; RE-TLD
switched power supply, relays, terminal blocks and cabinet heater. Power inputs are made at the
terminal block (see Figure 3) using any voltage source from 90-264Vac (50 or 60 Hz). A single on/
off switch controls power to all receiver components and is supplementary protected by a 5A inline
fuse.
2. When in operation the receiver awaits a squelch break on the tuned VHF frequency and begins
counting “clicks” in a 5 second period to determine pilot intent. If the radio is keyed 3, 5, or 7 times
the controller will process the click count and energize relay coils RA, R3, R5 and R7 depending
upon the setting of the serial / parallel selector switch (see Figure 6 and Table 1). The pilot
commanded output is held by the controller for a predetermined time interval (FAA standard is 15
minutes) that is adjustable by using the timeout selector knob (see Figure 6) to 15, 1, 30 or 60
minutes.
3. It is important to understand that the 5 second click count period begins upon receipt of the first
squelch break and the control sequence will respond to the click counts from 3, 5, 7 and stop. As
an example, cycling the microphone button rapidly 12 times in 5 seconds will command 3, 5 and 7.
Similarly, slowly clicking 7 times may result in the 5 second timing period expiring prior to getting to
the 7th input click.
4. After the expiration of the preset timeout the radio will reset itself to the idle state and await further
inputs. Anytime during the timeout period the radio is capable of receiving additional commands
and will begin another timeout period at the newly commanded state immediately. The ground
operator may reset the radio at any time by either cycling the power switch or depressing the reset
button.
5. Operator interfaces and maintenance controls are provided via the faceplate for selecting
timeout length, operating mode, simulating radio reception and resetting control inputs. Detailed
descriptions of these controls are provided in section 4.
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Section 8: 118–136MHz Tuning
& Squelch Guide
This L-854 has a receiver which is 100% field tunable throughout the airband, 118-136MHz, in
.025MHz increments.
The unit is shipped from the factory set to 122.800MHz unless a different frequency is requested at the
time of order. This frequency will be noted on a white label attached to the clear receiver faceplate.
To verify the frequency setting of your unit, or to change the desired frequency of operation, refer to
Tables: 3a-d DIP Switch Settings.
NOTE THAT “0” ON THE CHARTS MEANS THE SWITCH IS “OFF” OR DOWN, AND THAT “1”
MEANS THE SWITCH IS “ON”, OR UP.
Squelch is set to an optimum level at the factory. Should it be necessary to adjust the squelch, use the
instructions & Table 2: Squelch Settings
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IMPORTANT NOTE: NEVER ADJUST SWITCHES WITH THE POWER ON. TURN THE POWER
SWITCH ON THE FRONT PANEL OFF BEFORE MAKING ANY CHANGES TO FREQUENCY OR
SQUELCH SETTINGS!
1. DIP Switches:
The operating frequency and squelch (sensitivity) is set via DIP switches located on the receiver. Figure
8 shows the location and numbering for the switches and the Carrier Detect LED indicator.
SW1 (1-8), and SW2 (1-4) adjust the receiver’s frequency. Refer to Tables: 3a-d DIP Switch Settings to
find the correct switch settings for your particular frequency. The switches are set according to binary
code and begin with SW1-1 as the least significant digit, increasing to the right with SW2-4 as the most
significant digit. Refer to page 28 for SW2 (5-7) adjust the squelch. SW2-8 (Marked “X” on faceplate) is
for factory use only and is inactive in normal operation. It should be left in the OFF position.
When you have the switches set according to the charts, test operation with a handheld or nearby
mobile transmitter:
Turn the power switch of the L-854 to ON.
Set the transmitter to the correct frequency and press and hold the transmit button.
You should see the decoder display show “CARRIER DETECT” and the Red Carrier Detect LED on
the Receiver Board will be energized (see Figure 8). This indicates that the receiver is operating on the
correct frequency and receiving signals.
Providing you see the “CARRIER DETECT” display you can now test the decoder operation using short
clicks of the transmitter.
If you don’t see the display change, push the “CARRIER TEST” button on the front panel. You should
see the display indicate “CARRIER TEST”. If this is the case turn the unit OFF and check the frequency
switch settings again.
If the frequency settings are correct and pushing the transmitter button doesn’t show the “CARRIER
DETECT” display, the squelch setting should be checked:
Figure 8. DIP Switch Locations (Frequency & Squelch)
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2. Squelch Control:
SW2 5-7 adjust the squelch. The squelch will ship from the factory set at the optimum level. It is
possible to increase or decrease the sensitivity as shown here:
The switches are shown in the table below reading from left to right, SW2 (5, 6 and 7):
There are two settings below the factory setting to increase the sensitivity and five settings to
decrease the sensitivity. Normally the factory setting will work well. If the sensitivity needs to be
increased, the antenna connections and installation should be inspected. Refer to Appendix E for the
recommended antenna installation instructions.
In some cases local interference may require decreasing the sensitivity to minimize unwanted
operation.
Frequency Settings:
1. The frequency settings are shown in Tables: 3a-d DIP Switch Settings
2. Switch Settings are shown SW1 1-8 & SW2 1-4 From LEFT to RIGHT as shown on the
FACEPLATE
Squelch Settings
Sw2
#5
#6
#7
-6dB
1
1
1
-3dB
1
1
0
Nominal
(Factory
Setting)
1
0
1
+3dB
1
0
0
+6dB
0
1
1
+9dB
0
1
0
+12dB
0
0
1
15dB
0
0
0
Table 2: Squelch Settings
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118.000
118.025
118.050
118.075
118.100
118.125
118.150
118.175
118.200
118.225
118.250
118.275
118.300
118.325
118.350
118.375
118.400
118.425
118.450
118.475
118.500
118.525
118.550
118.575
118.600
118.625
118.650
118.675
118.700
118.725
118.750
118.775
118.800
118.825
118.850
118.875
118.900
118.925
118.950
118.975
119.000
119.025
119.050
119.075
119.100
119.125
119.150
119.175
119.200
119.225
119.250
119.275
111111111111
011111111111
101111111111
001111111111
110111111111
010111111111
100111111111
000111111111
111011111111
011011111111
101011111111
001011111111
110011111111
010011111111
100011111111
000011111111
111101111111
011101111111
101101111111
001101111111
110101111111
010101111111
100101111111
000101111111
111001111111
011001111111
101001111111
001001111111
110001111111
010001111111
100001111111
000001111111
111110111111
011110111111
101110111111
001110111111
110110111111
010110111111
100110111111
000110111111
111010111111
011010111111
101010111111
001010111111
110010111111
010010111111
100010111111
000010111111
111100111111
011100111111
101100111111
001100111111
119.300
119.325
119.350
119.375
119.400
119.425
119.450
119.475
119.500
119.525
119.550
119.575
119.600
119.625
119.650
119.675
119.700
119.725
119.750
119.775
119.800
119.825
119.850
119.875
119.900
119.925
119.950
119.975
120.000
120.025
120.050
120.075
120.100
120.125
120.150
120.175
120.200
120.225
120.250
120.275
120.300
120.325
120.350
120.375
120.400
120.425
120.450
120.475
120.500
120.525
120.550
120.575
Frequency: 118.000 to 123.175
110100111111 120.600
111010011111
010100111111 120.625
011010011111
100100111111 120.650
101010011111
000100111111 120.675
001010011111
111000111111 120.700
110010011111
011000111111 120.725
010010011111
101000111111 120.750
100010011111
001000111111 120.775
000010011111
110000111111 120.800
111100011111
010000111111 120.825
011100011111
100000111111 120.850
101100011111
000000111111 120.875
001100011111
111111011111 120.900
110100011111
011111011111 120.925
010100011111
101111011111 120.950
100100011111
001111011111 120.975
000100011111
110111011111 121.000
111000011111
010111011111 121.025
011000011111
100111011111 121.050
101000011111
000111011111 121.075
001000011111
111011011111 121.100
110000011111
011011011111 121.125
010000011111
101011011111 121.150
100000011111
001011011111 121.175
000000011111
110011011111 121.200
111111101111
010011011111 121.225
011111101111
100011011111 121.250
101111101111
000011011111 121.275
001111101111
111101011111 121.300
110111101111
011101011111 121.325
010111101111
101101011111 121.350
100111101111
001101011111 121.375
000111101111
110101011111 121.400
111011101111
010101011111 121.425
011011101111
100101011111 121.450
101011101111
000101011111 121.475
001011101111
111001011111 121.500
110011101111
011001011111 121.525
010011101111
101001011111 121.550
100011101111
001001011111 121.575
000011101111
110001011111 121.600
111101101111
010001011111 121.625
011101101111
100001011111 121.650
101101101111
000001011111 121.675
001101101111
111110011111 121.700
110101101111
011110011111 121.725
010101101111
101110011111 121.750
100101101111
001110011111 121.775
000101101111
110110011111 121.800
111001101111
010110011111 121.825
011001101111
100110011111 121.850
101001101111
000110011111 121.875
001001101111
121.900
121.925
121.950
121.975
122.000
122.025
122.050
122.075
122.100
122.125
122.150
122.175
122.200
122.225
122.250
122.275
122.300
122.325
122.350
122.375
122.400
122.425
122.450
122.475
122.500
122.525
122.550
122.575
122.600
122.625
122.650
122.675
122.700
122.725
122.750
122.775
122.800
122.825
122.850
122.875
122.900
122.925
122.950
122.975
123.000
123.025
123.050
123.075
123.100
123.125
123.150
123.175
Table 3a DIP Switch Settings (Frequencies 118.000 – 123.175)
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110001101111
010001101111
100001101111
000001101111
111110101111
011110101111
101110101111
001110101111
110110101111
010110101111
100110101111
000110101111
111010101111
011010101111
101010101111
001010101111
110010101111
010010101111
100010101111
000010101111
111100101111
011100101111
101100101111
001100101111
110100101111
010100101111
100100101111
000100101111
111000101111
011000101111
101000101111
001000101111
110000101111
010000101111
100000101111
000000101111
111111001111
011111001111
101111001111
001111001111
110111001111
010111001111
100111001111
000111001111
111011001111
011011001111
101011001111
001011001111
110011001111
010011001111
100011001111
000011001111
AV-PALC-01
Pilot Activated Lighting Control
123.200
123.225
123.250
123.275
123.300
123.325
123.350
123.375
123.400
123.425
123.450
123.475
123.500
123.525
123.550
123.575
123.600
123.625
123.650
123.675
123.700
123.725
123.750
123.775
123.800
123.825
123.850
123.875
123.900
123.925
123.950
123.975
124.000
124.025
124.050
124.075
124.100
124.125
124.150
124.175
124.200
124.225
124.250
124.275
124.300
124.325
124.350
124.375
124.400
124.425
124.450
124.475
111101001111
011101001111
101101001111
001101001111
110101001111
010101001111
100101001111
000101001111
111001001111
011001001111
101001001111
001001001111
110001001111
010001001111
100001001111
000001001111
111110001111
011110001111
101110001111
001110001111
110110001111
010110001111
100110001111
000110001111
111010001111
011010001111
101010001111
001010001111
110010001111
010010001111
100010001111
000010001111
111100001111
011100001111
101100001111
001100001111
110100001111
010100001111
100100001111
000100001111
111000001111
011000001111
101000001111
001000001111
110000001111
010000001111
100000001111
000000001111
111111110111
011111110111
101111110111
001111110111
124.500
124.525
124.550
124.575
124.600
124.625
124.650
124.675
124.700
124.725
124.750
124.775
124.800
124.825
124.850
124.875
124.900
124.925
124.950
124.975
125.000
125.025
125.050
125.075
125.100
125.125
125.150
125.175
125.200
125.225
125.250
125.275
125.300
125.325
125.350
125.375
125.400
125.425
125.450
125.475
125.500
125.525
125.550
125.575
125.600
125.625
125.650
125.675
125.700
125.725
125.750
125.775
Frequency: 123.200 to 128.375
110111110111 125.800
111000110111
010111110111 125.825
011000110111
100111110111 125.850
101000110111
000111110111 125.875
001000110111
111011110111 125.900
110000110111
011011110111 125.925
010000110111
101011110111 125.950
100000110111
001011110111 125.975
000000110111
110011110111 126.000
111111010111
010011110111 126.025
011111010111
100011110111 126.050
101111010111
000011110111 126.075
001111010111
111101110111 126.100
110111010111
011101110111 126.125
010111010111
101101110111 126.150
100111010111
001101110111 126.175
000111010111
110101110111 126.200
111011010111
010101110111 126.225
011011010111
100101110111 126.250
101011010111
000101110111 126.275
001011010111
111001110111 126.300
110011010111
011001110111 126.325
010011010111
101001110111 126.350
100011010111
001001110111 126.375
000011010111
110001110111 126.400
111101010111
010001110111 126.425
011101010111
100001110111 126.450
101101010111
000001110111 126.475
001101010111
111110110111 126.500
110101010111
011110110111 126.525
010101010111
101110110111 126.550
100101010111
001110110111 126.575
000101010111
110110110111 126.600
111001010111
010110110111 126.625
011001010111
100110110111 126.650
101001010111
000110110111 126.675
001001010111
111010110111 126.700
110001010111
011010110111 126.725
010001010111
101010110111 126.750
100001010111
001010110111 126.775
000001010111
110010110111 126.800
111110010111
010010110111 126.825
011110010111
100010110111 126.850
101110010111
000010110111 126.875
001110010111
111100110111 126.900
110110010111
011100110111 126.925
010110010111
101100110111 126.950
100110010111
001100110111 126.975
000110010111
110100110111 127.000
111010010111
010100110111 127.025
011010010111
100100110111 127.050
101010010111
000100110111 127.075
001010010111
127.100
127.125
127.150
127.175
127.200
127.225
127.250
127.275
127.300
127.325
127.350
127.375
127.400
127.425
127.450
127.475
127.500
127.525
127.550
127.575
127.600
127.625
127.650
127.675
127.700
127.725
127.750
127.775
127.800
127.825
127.850
127.875
127.900
127.925
127.950
127.975
128.000
128.025
128.050
128.075
128.100
128.125
128.150
128.175
128.200
128.225
128.250
128.275
128.300
128.325
128.350
128.375
Table 3b DIP Switch Settings (Frequencies 123.200 – 128.375)
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110010010111
010010010111
100010010111
000010010111
111100010111
011100010111
101100010111
001100010111
110100010111
010100010111
100100010111
000100010111
111000010111
011000010111
101000010111
001000010111
110000010111
010000010111
100000010111
000000010111
111111100111
011111100111
101111100111
001111100111
110111100111
010111100111
100111100111
000111100111
111011100111
011011100111
101011100111
001011100111
110011100111
010011100111
100011100111
000011100111
111101100111
011101100111
101101100111
001101100111
110101100111
010101100111
100101100111
000101100111
111001100111
011001100111
101001100111
001001100111
110001100111
010001100111
100001100111
000001100111
AV-PALC-01
Pilot Activated Lighting Control
128.400
128.425
128.450
128.475
128.500
128.525
128.550
128.575
128.600
128.625
128.650
128.675
128.700
128.725
128.750
128.775
128.800
128.825
128.850
128.875
128.900
128.925
128.950
128.975
129.000
129.025
129.050
129.075
129.100
129.125
129.150
129.175
129.200
129.225
129.250
129.275
129.300
129.325
129.350
129.375
129.400
129.425
129.450
129.475
129.500
129.525
129.550
129.575
129.600
129.625
129.650
129.675
111110100111
011110100111
101110100111
001110100111
110110100111
010110100111
100110100111
000110100111
111010100111
011010100111
101010100111
001010100111
110010100111
010010100111
100010100111
000010100111
111100100111
011100100111
101100100111
001100100111
110100100111
010100100111
100100100111
000100100111
111000100111
011000100111
101000100111
001000100111
110000100111
010000100111
100000100111
000000100111
111111000111
011111000111
101111000111
001111000111
110111000111
010111000111
100111000111
000111000111
111011000111
011011000111
101011000111
001011000111
110011000111
010011000111
100011000111
000011000111
111101000111
011101000111
101101000111
001101000111
129.700
129.725
129.750
129.775
129.800
129.825
129.850
129.875
129.900
129.925
129.950
129.975
130.000
130.025
130.050
130.075
130.100
130.125
130.150
130.175
130.200
130.225
130.250
130.275
130.300
130.325
130.350
130.375
130.400
130.425
130.450
130.475
130.500
130.525
130.550
130.575
130.600
130.625
130.650
130.675
130.700
130.725
130.750
130.775
130.800
130.825
130.850
130.875
130.900
130.925
130.950
130.975
Frequency: 128.400 to 133.575
110101000111 131.000
111011111011
010101000111 131.025
011011111011
100101000111 131.050
101011111011
000101000111 131.075
001011111011
111001000111 131.100
110011111011
011001000111 131.125
010011111011
101001000111 131.150
100011111011
001001000111 131.175
000011111011
110001000111 131.200
111101111011
010001000111 131.225
011101111011
100001000111 131.250
101101111011
000001000111 131.275
001101111011
111110000111 131.300
110101111011
011110000111 131.325
010101111011
101110000111 131.350
100101111011
001110000111 131.375
000101111011
110110000111 131.400
111001111011
010110000111 131.425
011001111011
100110000111 131.450
101001111011
000110000111 131.475
001001111011
111010000111 131.500
110001111011
011010000111 131.525
010001111011
101010000111 131.550
100001111011
001010000111 131.575
000001111011
110010000111 131.600
111110111011
010010000111 131.625
011110111011
100010000111 131.650
101110111011
000010000111 131.675
001110111011
111100000111 131.700
110110111011
011100000111 131.725
010110111011
101100000111 131.750
100110111011
001100000111 131.775
000110111011
110100000111 131.800
111010111011
010100000111 131.825
011010111011
100100000111 131.850
101010111011
000100000111 131.875
001010111011
111000000111 131.900
110010111011
011000000111 131.925
010010111011
101000000111 131.950
100010111011
001000000111 131.975
000010111011
110000000111 132.000
111100111011
010000000111 132.025
011100111111
100000000111 132.050
101100111111
000000000111 132.075
001100111111
111111111011 132.100
110100111111
011111111011 132.125
010100111111
101111111011 132.150
100100111111
001111111011 132.175
000100111111
110111111011 132.200
111000111111
010111111011 132.225
011000111111
100111111011 132.250
101000111111
000111111011 132.275
001000111111
132.300
132.325
132.350
132.375
132.400
132.425
132.450
132.475
132.500
132.525
132.550
132.575
132.600
132.625
132.650
132.675
132.700
132.725
132.750
132.775
132.800
132.825
132.850
132.875
132.900
132.925
132.950
132.975
133.000
133.025
133.050
133.075
133.100
133.125
133.150
133.175
133.200
133.225
133.250
133.275
133.300
133.325
133.350
133.375
133.400
133.425
133.450
133.475
133.500
133.525
133.550
133.575
Table 3c DIP Switch Settings (Frequencies 128.400 – 133.575)
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110000111111
010000111111
100000111111
000000111111
111111011111
011111011111
101111011111
001111011111
110111011111
010111011111
100111011111
000111011111
111011011111
011011011111
101011011111
001011011111
110011011111
010011011111
100011011111
000011011111
111101011111
011101011111
101101011111
001101011111
110101011111
010101011111
100101011111
000101011111
111001011111
011001011111
101001011111
001001011111
110001011111
010001011111
100001011111
000001011111
111110011111
011110011111
101110011111
001110011111
110110011011
010110011011
100110011011
000110011011
111010011011
011010011011
101010011011
001010011011
110010011011
010010011011
100010011011
000010011011
AV-PALC-01
Pilot Activated Lighting Control
133.600
133.625
133.650
133.675
133.700
133.725
133.750
133.775
133.800
133.825
133.850
133.875
133.900
133.925
133.950
133.975
134.000
134.025
134.050
134.075
134.100
134.125
134.150
134.175
134.200
134.225
134.250
134.275
134.300
134.325
134.350
134.375
134.400
134.425
134.450
134.475
134.500
134.525
134.550
134.575
134.600
134.625
134.650
134.675
134.700
134.725
134.750
134.775
134.800
134.825
134.850
134.875
111100011011
011100011011
101100011011
001100011011
110100011011
010100011011
100100011011
000100011011
111000011011
011000011011
101000011011
001000011011
110000011011
010000011011
100000011011
000000011011
111111101011
011111101011
101111101011
001111101011
110111101011
010111101011
100111101011
000111101011
111011101011
011011101011
101011101011
001011101011
110011101011
010011101011
100011101011
000011101011
111101101011
011101101011
101101101011
001101101011
110101101011
010101101011
100101101011
000101101011
111001101011
011001101011
101001101011
001001101011
110001101011
010001101011
100001101011
000001101011
111110101011
011110101011
101110101011
001110101011
134.900
134.925
134.950
134.975
135.000
135.025
135.050
135.075
135.100
135.125
135.150
135.175
135.200
135.225
135.250
135.275
135.300
135.325
135.350
135.375
135.400
135.425
135.450
135.475
135.500
135.525
135.550
135.575
135.600
135.625
135.650
135.675
135.700
135.725
135.750
135.775
135.800
135.825
135.850
135.875
135.900
135.925
135.950
135.975
136.000
Frequency: 133.600 to 136.000
110110101011
010110101011
100110101011
000110101011
111010101011
011010101011
101010101011
001010101011
110010101011
010010101011
100010101011
000010101011
111100101011
011100101011
101100101011
001100101011
110100101011
010100101011
100100101011
000100101011
111000101011
011000101011
101000101011
001000101011
110000101011
010000101011
100000101011
000000101011
111111001011
011111001011
101111001011
001111001011
110111001011
010111001011
100111001011
000111001011
111011001011
011011001011
101011001011
001011001011
110011001011
010011001011
100011001011
000011001011
111101001011
Table 3d DIP Switch Settings (Frequencies 133.600 – 136.000)
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AV-PALC-01
Pilot Activated Lighting Control
Section 9: RF Controller Menu Operation
How Does the System Work?
The Avlite ALS System works by using a radio controller to activate and setup an entire
airfield, airport or air base. The system utilises an embedded R/F module operating in the 2.4GHz
ISM Band.
The lights can be configured for up to 15 different light groups. This allows the airfield to
independently control different areas, such as multiple runways, taxiways and helipads.
The standard radio controller broadcasts a command message to all lights within range. This
range is approximately 1.4km (0.8 miles). If a higher gain antenna is used the range can be
extended. Each light within range will receive, decode and re-send
the message
to all surrounding lights. Each light also has an operational range of
up to 1.4km.
For distances, greater than 1.4km there may be a delay in those
lights receiving the command. The further away the lights are from
the controller the longer it will take the command to propagate to
all lights.
Standard Operating Procedure
To get the most from your ALS please use the following setup
1. Set the “Operation Mode” to STANDBY.
2. Set the “PALC Mode” Setting to ENABLE
This will allow the L-854 VHF PALC controller to operate the Avlite lights.
The standard Avlite controller commands may still be accessible from the menu.
Best Practice
It is best to locate the controller centrally about the runway when sending commands to achieve the
minimum response time.
If the controller is situated at one end of a 3.2km (12 000’) runway, it will take longer to activate all lights
than from a central position.
The battery inside the light will require extra charge time the following day if the lights are run at HIGH
intensity for more than the recommended time. This can be negated by connecting the lights to an external
power supply.
If these lights are plugged into an external power supply they can be run at any intensity for any length of
time without depleting the battery.
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Radio Controller Menu
This section of the document will provide a short explanation of all the menu screens on the control unit.
Modes of Operation
The operational Mode defines how the light will respond to different environmental conditions & user inputs.
There are three operational modes that can be selected via the controller. ALWAYS ON, STANDBY &
DUSK till DAWN.
ALWAYS ON Operational Mode
The light is Always On. The light will be lit both day & night. While the light is in this mode it will only
turn off when the battery drops below the Flat Battery Voltage level.
STANDBY Operational Mode
The light is Always Off. While the light is in this mode it will still respond to and pass on commands,
sent by the controller. This mode should be used if the lights have been installed outside but are not
currently required.
Note: The light is not completely powered down in a manner suitable for storage. If the light is to be
stored in a warehouse or other dark environment the ON/OFF switch should be turned off.
DUSK till DAWN Operational Mode
The light is turned on and off based on the light sensor internal to each light. If the light is in the
darkness, it will turn on. If the light is in daylight, it will turn off.
Light Group
This menu is used to select the current light group. The light group of each light is selected via rotary switch
A found on the bottom of the circuit board, in the Light Head. The controller can select any one of the 10
individual light groups
(0 -> 9) or select all radio lights at once.
Note: The units are set with a light group of 0 in the factory.
LED Intensity
Default = LOW
This menu is used to select the intensity of the LEDs on the light. The options include Low, Medium & High.
a. Low – LED intensity is set to low setting (approx 10%)
b. Medium - LED intensity is set to medium intensity (approx 30%).
c. High - LED intensity is set to high intensity (approx 100%)
Note: this menu will not be enabled if the selected operational mode is STANDBY
Timeout Mode
This menu is used to setup the LED high intensity timeout feature found in each light. The options include
Enabled LOW, Disable.
a. Enabled LOW – The immediate LED intensity is selected via the LED Intensity menu, after Timer
Duration the LED Intensity will revert back to the LOW setting
b. Disable – The high intensity LED timeout is disabled. The LED intensity will be selected via the LED
intensity menu.
Note: this menu will not be enabled if the selected operational mode is STANDBY
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Timeout Duration
This menu is only visible when the timeout Mode is enabled. This menu is used to select the timeout
duration, the time before the LED intensity reverts back to its LOW intensity state. The timeout duration
can be set from 1 minute to 60 minutes.
LED Bank Setup
All Avlite ALS systems can have the option of having the lights built with multiple colours, in different LED
banks. This can allow a runway to be changed from Visible to I/R at the press of a button.
The options include VISIBLE & IR.
Note: this menu will not be enabled if the selected operational mode is STANDBY
Battery Diagnostic
Default = Disable
This feature can be used to check the battery voltage in every light in the ALS. The command can be
sent any time and it will not affect the current state of the light. If the light is in STANDBY mode the light
will turn on as shown below and revert to STANDBY mode after the diagnostic has been completed.
•
If the battery voltage is within operational range the light will turn off for 1 second, flash once, then
turn off for 1 second.
•
If the battery voltage is low the light with turn off for 1 second, flash twice, then turn off for 1 second.
Sending Commands
Every time the SEND button is pressed a command is sent containing all the current settings in the Radio
Controller.
The SEND button can be used after changing one setting or after changing multiple settings.
For further information see section under “How does the System Work”.
PALC Mode
Default = Enable
This is used to enable and disable Avlite responses to PALC commands received from the L-854 VHF
controller.
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9.
Using the Radio Control to Activate the
Airfield Lighting System (ALS)
The Radio Controller is very easy to use and by reading through the How To section below, all of the
advanced features will be well within your grasp.
Make sure that all the lights in the same Light Group have had the rotary switches set correctly.
Turn All the Lights ON
•
Turn the Radio Controller On
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Use the arrow keys to adjust the operational Mode to ALWAYS ON
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Press MENU button once to reach Light Group
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Set the Light Group to ALL
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Press SEND button
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Every radio light within range of the control unit will now turn on.
Setup the Lights to Operate in DUSK till DAWN mode
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Turn the Control unit On
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Use the arrow keys to adjust the operational Mode to DUSK till DAWN
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Press MENU button once to reach Light Group
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Set the Light Group to ALL
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Press SEND button
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Every radio light within range of the control unit will now turn on at night, during the day the lights will
turn off automatically.
Runway B Only is to be HIGH Intensity, but Runway A will Remain in Current
Configuration
•
On Runway A, set the rotary switches to A=0 B=0 inside the light head.
•
On Runway B, set the rotary switches to A=1 B=0 inside the light head. Rotary Switch A can be set to
any value that is different from Runway A.
•
Turn the Control unit On
•
Use the arrow keys to adjust the operational Mode to ALWAYS ON
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Press MENU button once to reach Light Group
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Set the Light Group to 1
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Press MENU button once to reach LED Intensity
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Use the arrow keys to adjust the LED Intensity to HIGH
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Press MENU button until you reach LED Bank Setup
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Use the arrow keys to adjust the LED Bank to Visible
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Press SEND button
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Runway A will not change state.
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Runway B will now be High Intensity.
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Runway B Only is to be HIGH Intensity, with a Timeout of 8 Minutes and Runway A will
be I/R Low Intensity
• On Runway A, set the rotary switches to A=0 B=0 inside the light head.
•
On Runway B, set the rotary switches to A=1 B=0 inside the light head. Rotary Switch A can be set to
any value that is different from Runway A.
•
Turn the Control unit On
•
Use the arrow keys to adjust the operational Mode to On
•
Press MENU button once to reach Light Group
•
Set the Light Group to 1
•
Press MENU button once to reach LED Intensity
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Use the arrow keys to adjust the LED Intensity to HIGH
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Press MENU button once to reach Timeout Mode
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Use the arrow keys to adjust the Timeout Mode to Enabled LOW
•
Press MENU button once to reach Timeout Duration
•
Use the arrow keys to adjust the Timeout Duration to 8 Minutes
•
Press MENU button once to reach LED Bank Setup
•
Use the arrow keys to adjust the LED Bank to Visible
•
Press SEND button
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Runway A will not change state.
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Runway B will now be High Intensity. After 8 minute Runway will revert back to LOW intensity.
•
Press MENU button until you reach Light Group
•
Set the Light Group to 0
•
Press MENU button once to reach LED Intensity
•
Use the arrow keys to adjust the LED Intensity to LOW
•
Press MENU button until you reach LED Bank Setup
•
Use the arrow keys to adjust the LED Bank to IR
•
Press SEND button
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Runway A will be in LOW Intensity IR mode
Runway B will not change state. Lights on Runway B will still receive and pass on the message
intended for Runway A.
NOTE: For further operating instructions, refer to the manual supplied with your light(s).
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Section 10: Trouble Shooting RF Controller
Problem
Remedy
Light will not activate.
• Ensure internal toggle switch on the light is set to the “ON” position
• Wait at least 60 seconds for the program to initialise in darkness if the
light is set for DUSK till DAWN Mode
• Ensure battery is properly connected
• Ensure battery is sufficiently charged. Refer to the user manual for your
light.
Light will not operate for the
entire night.
• Expose light to direct sunlight and monitor operation for several days
Avlite products typically require 1.5 hours of direct sunlight per day to
retain full autonomy. From a discharged state, the light may require
several days of operational conditions to ‘cycle’ up to full autonomy
• Reducing the light output intensity will reduce current draw on the battery
• Ensure solar module is clean and not covered by shading, fouling or dust
during the day
Lights are constantly on
during the day.
• Ensure the Radio Controller is not set to ALWAYS ON (see “Modes of
Operation” section of manual) & change the setting as required
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Addendum A: FCC Part–15 Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio technician for help
Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment under FCC rules
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Appendix A: Parts Lists, Required Parts
& Tools Not Supplied
Bill of Materials:
Field replaceable components are listed below. Subassemblies are not field serviceable, see Figure 1
for the relative positioning of these parts.
Part Number
Description
Rating
RE-857-303
Relay Assembly
250VAC, 6A Max, 12V Coils
RE-857-150
Replaceable Relay Modules
250VAC, 6A Max, 12V Coil
RE-CSF060
Heater
120VAC/240VAC - 100 watt
RE-TLD-12
Switching Power Supply
Input 90-264VAC, 50-60 Hz
Output 12VDC 3.3A 40 Watts Max
RE-101
VHF FM Receiver Assembly
12VDC, 118-136MHz
RE-L12DWD
Controller Assembly
12VDC
RE-854-681
Terminal Block Assembly
12-28AWG, 35A Max
RE-Ant
Antenna, VHF
22” ¼ dipole, 50Ω
RE-Arr1
Lightning Arrestor, VHF
70W, 20kA, 90-130V breakdown, 50Ω
RE-12126
Cabinet
NEMA 12/4, Flange Mount Polyester Powder
Coated Finish
RG-58U
Cabling, VHF Antenna
PVC Jacket, Braided Coax, 50Ω
AV-ALS-
RF Controller
12VDC
PDN-28-000031 Antenna RF 2.4GHz
Omnidirectional, 4dBi, 2.4GHz, 50Ω, 20ft
PDN-28-001760 Surge Protector
600V, Co-axial, N-type Male, 50Ω
AV-CBL-RF-01
Cabling, RF Antenna
600V, Co-axial, N-Type Male, 50Ω, 20ft
Table 4: Bill of Material
Required Parts & Tools Not Supplied:
Each installation will vary, below is a list of common parts not provided with the standard radio:
• Antenna Masts
• Antenna Mast Mounting Bolts (Bracket is designed for standard U-Bolt)
• Silicone Sealant for sealing building penetrations
• Conduit, Conduit hubs for control and communication wiring
• Cabinet Mounting Hardware
• Hand Tools for installation
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Appendix B: Typical Wiring Diagram
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Appendix C: Certificate of Conformance Radio
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Appendix D: Antenna Installation
SAFETY NOTICE: Antenna Installation
1.
2.
3.
4.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO BEGINNING ANY WORK
Always keep the antenna away from any overhead or other power line source.
Always install an appropriate Lightning Discharge Element in-line with the antenna cable
Always ground the Lightning Arrestor directly to earth ground. Do not use conduits or building
structures that are not directly grounded via an earth ground rod.
5. Never route antenna lines adjacent to power or control lines.
Installation Diagram:
Notes:
- Antenna base height should be approximately 6 feet above roof
- If a metallic supporting mast is used it must be connected to earth ground
- Longest-range reception is accomplished with this type of mounting
- Supporting mast and clamps are not provided
- Cable connection at bulkhead connector must be protected from the elements
- Heat-shrink is for waterproofing BNC Type Lightning Arrester
- BNC Type Arrester must be connected to an Earth Ground
VHF Antenna
RF 2.4GHz
Antenna
RF Antenna
20ft coaxial
cable
VHF Antenna
Figure 9. Antenna Installation (Typical)
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Antenna Detail:
Figure 10. Antenna Details (VHF)
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6
7
4
5
3
2
1
REVISIONS
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DRAWING IS THE SOLE
PROPERTY OF L-COM, INC. ANY REPRODUCTION IN PART OR WHOLE
WITHOUT THE WRITTEN PERMISSION OF L-COM, INC. IS PROHIBITED.
APPROVED
DATE
DESCRIPTION
REV
A
INITIAL RELEASE
1/4/2012
D.GRIFFIN
-
-
-
-
D
7.8 197
D
C
C
1.3 32
MOUNTING BRACKET
W/ HARDWARE
N-FEMALE
CONNECTOR
3.2 81
B
B
2.0 50
4.0 100

Compliant
Figure 11. AntennaRoHS
Details
(RF 2.4GHz)
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED,
A
NOTES:
PACKAGING:
COMPONENT SHALL BE INDIVIDUALLY PACKAGED IN ACCORDANCE
WITH L-COM SPECIFICATION PKG-00085
APPROVALS
DIMENSIONS ARE IN INCHES [mm]
DRAWN BY
DIMENSIONAL TOLERANCES:
CHECKED BY
.X = ±.1
.XX = ±.01
.XXX = ±.005
B.PUCHASKI
P.PESA
45 BEECHWOOD DRIVE
NORTH ANDOVER, MA
01845
DATE
12/29/12
12/29/12
CATEGORY
P.PESA
12/29/12
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- ALL DIMENSIONS FOR REFERENCE -
ANGULAR TOLERANCES:
40
PROJECTION
ALL = ± 1°
CONFIGURATION DETAILS OF
UNDIMENSIONED FEATURES
MAY VARY
COLOR VARIATIONS
MAY OCCUR
A
ANTENNA
APPROVED BY
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SIZE
A
2.4GHz 4dBi OMNI ANTENNA
W/ N-FEMALE CONNECTOR
FSCM NO.
43321
DWG. NO.
HGV-2404U
REV.
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Avlite Light Warranty V1.2
Activating the Warranty
Upon purchase, the Avlite Systems warranty must be activated for recognition of future claims. To do
this you need to register on-line. Please complete the Online Registration Form at:
www.avlite.com
Avlite Systems will repair or replace your lantern in the event of electronic failure for a period
of up to three years from the date of purchase.
Avlite Systems will repair or replace any ancillary or accessory products in the event of failure
for a period of up to one year from the date of purchase, as per the terms & conditions below.
The unit must be returned to Avlite freight prepaid.
Warranty Terms
1. Avlite Systems warrants that any Avlite aviation products fitted with telemetry equipment including
but not limited to AIS, GSM, GPS or RF (“Telemetry Products”) will be free from defective materials
and workmanship under normal and intended use, subject to the conditions hereinafter set forth,
for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.
2. Avlite Systems warrants that any rotationally-moulded products (“Roto-Moulded Products”) and
accessory products (“Accessory Products”) will be free from defective materials and workmanship
under normal and intended use, subject to the conditions hereinafter set forth, for a period of
twelve (12) months from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.
3. Avlite Systems warrants that any Avlite aviation products other than the Telemetry Products, RotoMoulded Products and Accessory Products (“Avlite Products”) will be free from defective materials
and workmanship under normal and intended use, subject to the conditions hereinafter set forth,
for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.
4. Avlite Systems will repair or replace, at Avlite’s sole discretion, any Telemetry Products, RotoMoulded Products, Accessory Products or Avlite Products found to be defective in material and
workmanship in the relevant warranty period so long as the Warranty Conditions (set out below)
are satisfied.
5. If any Telemetry Products or Avlite Products are fitted with a rechargeable battery, Avlite Systems
warrants the battery will be free from defect for a period of one (1) year when used within original
manufacturer’s specifications and instructions.
Warranty Conditions
This Warranty is subject to the following conditions and limitations;
1. The warranty is applicable to lanterns manufactured from 1/1/2009.
2. The warranty is void and inapplicable if:
a. the product has been used or handled other than in accordance with the instructions in the
owner’s manual and any other information or instructions provided to the customer by Avlite;
b. the product has been deliberately abused, or misused, damaged by accident or neglect or in being
transported; or
c. the defect is due to the product being repaired or tampered with by anyone other than Avlite or
authorised Avlite repair personnel.
3. The customer must give Avlite Systems notice of any defect with the product within 30 days of the
customer becoming aware of the defect.
4. Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles and may eventually need
to be replaced. Typical battery replacement period is 3-4 years. Long term exposure to high
temperatures will shorten the battery life. Batteries used or stored in a manner inconsistent with
the manufacturer’s specifications and instructions shall not be covered by this warranty.
5. No modifications to the original specifications determined by Avlite shall be made without written
approval of Avlite Systems.
6. Avlite lights can be fitted with 3rd party power supplies and accessories but are covered by the 3rd
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party warranty terms and conditions.
7. The product must be packed and returned to Avlite Systems by the customer at his or her
sole expense. Avlite Systems will pay return freight of its choice. A returned product must be
accompanied by a written description of the defect and a photocopy of the original purchase
receipt. This receipt must clearly list model and serial number, the date of purchase, the name and
address of the purchaser and authorised dealer and the price paid by the purchaser. On receipt
of the product, Avlite Systems will assess the product and advise the customer as to whether the
claimed defect is covered by this warranty.
8. Avlite Systems reserves the right to modify the design of any product without obligation to
purchasers of previously manufactured products and to change the prices or specifications of any
product without notice or obligation to any person.
9. Input voltage shall not exceed those recommended for the product.
10. Warranty does not cover damage caused by the incorrect replacement of battery in solar lantern
models.
11. This warranty does not cover any damage or defect caused to any product as a result of water
flooding or any other acts of nature.
12. There are no representations or warranties of any kind by Avlite or any other person who is an
agent, employee, or other representative or affiliate of Avlite, express or implied, with respect to
condition of performance of any product, their merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose, or
with respect to any other matter relating to any products.
Limitation of Liability
To the extent permitted by acts and regulations applicable in the country of manufacture, the liability
of Avlite Systems under this Warranty will be, at the option of Avlite Systems, limited to either the
replacement or repair of any defective product covered by this Warranty. Avlite Systems will not be
liable to Buyer for consequential damages resulting from any defect or deficiencies in accepted items.
Limited to Original Purchaser
This Warranty is for the sole benefit of the original purchaser of the covered product and shall not
extend to any subsequent purchaser of the product.
Miscellaneous
Apart from the specific warranties provided under this warranty, all other express or implied warranties
relating to the above product is hereby excluded to the fullest extent allowable under law. The warranty
does not extend to any lost profits, loss of good will or any indirect, incidental or consequential costs or
damages or losses incurred by the purchaser as a result of any defect with the covered product.
Warrantor
Avlite Systems has authorised distribution in many countries of the world. In each country, the
authorised importing distributor has accepted the responsibility for warranty of products sold by
distributor. Warranty service should normally be obtained from the importing distributor from whom
you purchased your product. In the event of service required beyond the capability of the importer,
Avlite Systems will fulfil the conditions of the warranty. Such product must be returned at the owner’s
expense to the Avlite Systems factory, together with a photocopy of the bill of sale for that product, a
detailed description of the problem, and any information necessary for return shipment.
Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of the vendor.
Sealite products are subject to certain Australian and worldwide patent applications.
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Airfield Markers
& Accessories
Typical Applications
• Temporary & permanent
airfield lighting
• Remote, emergency &
defence airfield lighting
• Barricade, hazard &
perimeter lighting
• Helipad lighting
• Obstruction lighting
For a complete list of product compliances
including ICAO & FAA, please contact Avlite today
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Head Office
Avlite Systems
11 Industrial Drive
Somerville, Vic 3912
Australia
Tel: +61 (0)3 5977 6128
Fax: +61 (0)3 5977 6124
Email: [email protected]
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