Dialight D1RW-L13-008 User Manual

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INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

MANUAL

FOR

Catenary Dual Strobe

D1RW-L13-008

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Contents Page

Section 1: Overview ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3
Section 2: Installation and Wiring ---------------------------------------------------------- 4
Section 2: Installation and Wiring ---------------------------------------------------------- 5
Section 3: Flash Head Cable Connections ---------------------------------------------- 6
Section 4: System Installation Recommendations for EMC and Lightning
Immunity--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8
Section 5: Ferrites-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9
Section 6: Flash Rate & Steady Burn------------------------------------------------------ 9
Section 7: Control Inputs ---------------------------------------------------------------------10
Section 8: Configuration Option Switches ---------------------------------------------12
Section 9: Configuration Via Serial Port ------------------------------------------------12
Section 10: Mounting the Flash Head ----------------------------------------------------13
Section 11: Maintenance----------------------------------------------------------------------14
Section 12: Capacitor Voltage Indication -----------------------------------------------14
Section 13: Strobe Driver Diagnostic LEDs --------------------------------------------14
Section 14: Microcontroller Board Diagnostic LEDs -------------------------------15
Section 15: Troubleshooting ----------------------------------------------------------------15
Section 16: 100-240Vac Operated Systems --------------------------------------------15
Section 17: Appendix A: Serial Port Specification ----------------------------------17
Section 18: Appendix B: Specifications -------------------------------------------------23
Section 19: Commissioning Checklist ---------------------------------------------------25

Tables and Figures

POWER SUPPLY / HEAT SINK ASSEMBLY ------------------------------------------------------------------ 4
DRIVER BLOCK DIAGRAM ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4
SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
POWER SUPPLY DIN RAIL TERMINAL CONNECTION --------------------------------------------------- 6
FLASH HEAD TERMINAL BLOCK CONNECTION ---------------------------------------------------------- 7
MICRO CONTROLLER BOARD (POWER SUPPLY) ------------------------------------------------------ 10
DIAGRAM SHOWING HOW TO SYNCHRONIZE FLASH RATES ------------------------------------- 11
CONFIGURATION SWITCH SETTINGS (on Microcontroller Board) -------------------------------- 12
BASE – BOTTOM VIEW ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS AND USER REPLACEABLE PARTS---------------------------- 15
POWER SUPPLY HEAT SINK ASSEMBLY AND FLASH HEAD DIMENSIONS ------------------- 22

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Section 1: Overview

The Dialight Catenary White Strobe Driver and Flash Head is designed to be
incorporated into Medium Intensity L866 systems for the lighting of structures
supporting overhead cables above canyons, valleys and waterways, as specified
by the FAA.

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 those of 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 (See Diagram):

(W1 and W2) Two White Strobe Drivers
(R) One Red Beacon Driver
(M/F) One Microcontroller / Filter / Protection and Interface module
(CAP) One Capacitor module
(TB) One Terminal Block

The system operates from a nominal 48Vdc/150W supply.

Switches on the micro-controller board allow various options as to how the
system operates to be selected.

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DC

in

POWER SUPPLY / HEAT SINK ASSEMBLY

EMI Filter,

Transient &

Reverse

Polarity

Protection

I/O Signal

Opto-Isolators

Control
Signals

White Strobe

Driver 1

White Strobe

Micro-

controller

circuit

Driver 2

Red Beacon

Driver

DRIVER BLOCK DIAGRAM

To Light

Engine

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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 Flash
Head.

Power In

Control
Signals

Alarm

Outputs

Multi-way connection
cable

Flash
Head

SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM

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POWER SUPPLY DIN RAIL TERMINAL CONNECTION

Section 3: Flash Head Cable Connections

Two conductors are required for the Red Beacon and six for the White Strobe, so
eight conductors are required in total.

Recommended minimum specifications for the Flash Head cable are:

8 conductors
18 AWG
Rated for outdoor use

-40 to +55ºC temperature range
Rated for at least 200V between conductors
Overall Shielded
Cable length: 0 – 550’

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Note:

1: If conductor thickness is reduced the maximum permissible distance between
Flash Head 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 must be shielded with the
shield bonded to ground at both ends.

FLASH HEAD 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
Flash Head.

Warning:

Take care to connect correctly, as incorrect operation can cause damage to

the driver modules.

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Section 4: System Installation Recommendations for EMC and Lightning

Immunity

1: Electrically bond the shield of the Flash Head cable to ground 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, connect to ground 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: Ground any spare/unused conductors in the Flash Head cable at both ends

7: 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.

For a detailed step by step procedure, refer to “Recommendations for
Proper Grounding to Minimize Lightning Damage” guide available at

http://www.dialight.com/assets/installation_manuals/9100127140699.pdf

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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.

Some Ferrites are already included in this model, both inside the Flash Head and
in the Power Supply as part of lightning protection and RF immunity on the Flash
Head cabling. However, since every installation is different and extreme or
unusual conditions may be encountered. It may occasionally be prudent or
necessary to add more to control or power lines.

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 60 flashes per minute.
The flash rate may be adjusted between 20-60 fpm by means of the Sync input.

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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/Output

Sync Input Synchronizes both the White Strobe and Red Beacon.

When held steady (connected to Common) the Red
Beacon burns constant, and the White Strobe flashes
at 60FPM. To synchronize the white flash rate, a 1
PPM signal may be provided. Alternately, a
synchronization pulse may be applied at every flash
to alter the flash rate. The synchronization signal must
be asserted for at least 100ms 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 60FPM
In Night mode Sync output defaults to 60FPM

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Master Strobe

Sync Out

Sync In

Slave Strobe

Sync In

To Sync In of other synchronized strobes

DIAGRAM SHOWING HOW TO SYNCHRONIZE 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
Dim 1 Connect Dim 1 to Common to reduce light output to

10% of maximum

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,
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.

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Section 8: Configuration Option Switches

Switch

1 Selects night mode color
2 N/A
3 Selects whether fault relays pulse while system is OK
4 Selects whether fault relays open or close on fault

CONFIGURATION SWITCH SETTINGS (on Microcontroller Board)

ON

1 2 3

4

ON OFF

1. White at night Red at night

2. Reserved Must be set to OFF

3. Relays pulse while system is OK Relays do not pulse

4. Relays open on fault 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 Flash Head

Dialight recommends the installation of one or more lightning rods near the
installed Flash Head. The lightning rods should extend a minimum of three feet
above the height of the Flash Head.

The Flash Head is mounted to the tower pedestal utilizing customer supplied ½”
hardware. Six mounting holes are provided on the Flash Head base (Figure 2).
These mounting holes will align with most tower pedestals. The Flash Head
must be installed level according to the bulls-eye level on the light engine to
maintain light output in accordance with FAA requirements.

BASE – BOTTOM VIEW

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Section 11: Maintenance

No regular scheduled maintenance is required for the Driver module or Flash
Head.

Section 12: 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.

Do not attempt any maintenance or wiring until the capacitors have been
allowed time to discharge to a safe level and all of the red indicator LEDs
have gone out.

Section 13: Strobe Driver Diagnostic LEDs

The two Strobe Driver modules each have four indicator LEDs.

LED 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
LEDs in the Flash Head do not operate yet these diagnostic LEDs do blink, this
would indicate the fault is not with the Driver module. Should one or more of
these LEDs 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 that 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.

Section 14: 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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Section 15: Microcontroller Board Diagnostic LEDs

LED 1 (Red) on the microcontroller board shows the status of the Flash Head.
Flashes once when the current is detected as low and twice when the current is
detected as high.

LED 2 (Green) on the microcontroller board pulses once every time a flash is
initiated in the Flash Head.

Section 16: Troubleshooting

Refer to the Trouble Shooting Guide. Available at:

http://www.dialight.com/assets/installation_manuals/9100127139799.pdf

The Document lists possible faults and repair procedures for the L-865.

RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS AND USER REPLACEABLE PARTS

Description Dialight Part Number

Light Engine D1RW1018CAT

Flash Head Module D1RWFH08CAT

White Driver Module D1RW0084WCAT

Red Driver Module D1RW0084RCAT

Micro-controller/Filter Module D1RW0084FMCAT

Capacitor Module D1RW0084CP

Power Supply D1RW9008CAT

AC/DC Converter D1RW9004

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Section 17: 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 (recommended p/n:
D1RW9004).

It is recommended that this supply be rated for at least 120W 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 6kV/3000A combination-wave, transient test.

3.3.15 and 4.2.11 1.414kV/10uA leakage current test

4.2.2 +55ºC operational test

4.2.3 -40ºC operational test and -55ºC storage test

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Section 18: 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 electrically 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 drivers
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 driver 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 Reserved.
33 Reserved.
34 Expected red beacon current, 2mA increments
35 Reserved.
36 8 bit checksum, computed over bytes 3 to 35

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Write Command

Master transmission
Byte Value
0 ‘C’
1 ‘W’
2 ‘R’
3 Number of white LED drivers
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 driver 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 Reserved.
33 Reserved.
34 Expected red beacon current, 2mA increments
35 Reserved.
36 8 bit checksum, computed over bytes 3 to 35

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 Product identification, should read 0x08 for the FAA catenary strobe
4 Firmware version
5 Number of white LED drivers
6 Number of faulty strings on white driver 1, if present
7 Number of faulty strings on white driver 2, if present
8 Unused
9 Red driver status: 0 if good, 1 if current is low, 2 if current is high
10 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
11 Red driver voltage control feedback level
12 Red driver current sense feedback
13 Red driver voltage control adjustment level
14 Fault monitor voltage in white driver 1
15 Fault monitor voltage in white driver 2
16 Unused
17 1 if white fault alarm is active, 0 if inactive
18 1 if red fault alarm is active, 0 if inactive
19:20 100ms interval timer value, in 4us increments. In 1PPM mode, this is

adjusted to match timing with the sync signal

21 8 bit checksum, computed over bytes 3 to 20

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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 mode array.

These bits are only applied if the Enable bit (bit 0) is high and ignored
otherwise.
These bits are defined as follows:

0) Override enable: 1 to force unit to use override data, 0 for unit to use
external signals

1) Day/Night select: 1 to set unit to day mode, 0 to set unit to night mode
2:3) Dimming select: 0 to set dimming level to 100%, 1 to set dimming
level to 30%, 2 or 3 to set dimming level to 10%

4) Steady burn select: 1 to put unit in steady burn mode. Note that this
only affects the red night mode; it has no effect on the white mode.

4 Override flag array.

These bits are defined as follows:

0) Must be set to 0.

1) Clear Faults: 1 to clear internal faults and restart monitoring, 0 for
normal operation

2) Sync override: 1 to initiate in immediate synchronization. Behavior is
identical to reception of an external synchronization pulse.

5 8 bit checksum, computed over bytes 3 to 4

Slave Response
Byte Value
0 ‘O’
1 ‘W’
2 ‘R’

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POWER SUPPLY HEAT SINK ASSEMBLY AND FLASH HEAD DIMENSIONS

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Section 18: Appendix B: Specifications

Operating Temperature Range -40°C to +55°C

Power Supply Specifications

 Supply voltage: 48Vdc +/-10%
 Reverse polarity protected
 Power requirement; 120W nominal at 48V with white strobe in day mode,

20W with white strobe in night mode, at 60FPM and 550ft of 18AWG cable

 Red beacon power requirement nominally 45W when steady burning
 Maximum flash rate 60 FPM
 Dimensions - 12 x 12.75
 Weight - 10 Pounds

Light Engine

 Weight 28 Pounds
 Height
 Diameter
 Bolt Hold Down Pattern – Standard Pattern provided

(See Flash Head Dimensions on previous page)

(See Flash Head Dimensions on previous page)

7.06 Inches

17.00 Inches

(See Base Bottom View)

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REVISION HISTORY

ECO No. DRN CKD APP QA CM DATE

REV

A ---- SA KH GB RL JB 9/2/2010
B 2138 SA KH GB RL JB 10/07/10
C 2336 SA KH GB RL JB 10/26/2010
D 5389 AR SA KH RL JB 12/15/11

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Document No.

9100-127-1426-99 Rev D

Release Date: 10/26/2010

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Section 19: Commissioning Checklist

All items on checklist must
functions properly and reliably. Complete and Sign below.

Check that all cables, wires and connectors are connected securely in

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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

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Procedure for Proper Grounding to Minimize Risk of Lightning Damage
manual.

Operational Checks

A. Set system to Day mode.

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Pull out the interlock switch.

1)

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Wait at least 2 minutes.

2)

3)

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Check RED Error LED (LED1) on Micro Board does NOT blink. If it
blinks
Guide

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4)

5)

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normally

B. Set system to Night mode.

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that indicates a fault, see Problem 2 and 3, in the Troubleshooting

.

Check that the controller does not produce any alarm signals.

If possible, visually check the Light Engine is flashing and operating

.

be completed correctly to ensure the system

1)

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Pull out the interlock switch.

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Wait at least 2 minutes.

2)

3)

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Check RED Error LED (LED1) on Micro Board does NOT blink. If it

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blinks
Guide

4)

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5)

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I, ________________________
above and observed satisfactory results. No issues to report at this time.

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Signature Date

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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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that indicates a fault, see Problem 2 and 3, in the Troubleshooting

.

Check that the controller does not produce any alarm signals.

If possible, visually check the Light Engine lights up.

(Print Name)

Dialight Corporation 1501 Route 34 South Farmingdale NJ 07727

Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone] Web: www.dialight.com

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, have completed all final checks listed