FEC Mobile Lighting Controller Version 2 (MLC V2)
Type: FEC - HP0722
User Manual – Specification – Diagnostics
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MLC
Issue: 1.00 6th September 2017
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Document Revision Sheet
Issue
Date
Changes
1.00
06/09/2017
New Document for MLC V2 – Telit UHF module
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MLC and MIL-Star®
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Contents
1 Compliance Statements - USA ....................................................................4
2 Compliance Statement - Europe ..................................................................5
3 Overview ................................ ................................ ..................................... 6
4 Architecture .................................................................................................6
5 Capabilities..................................................................................................7
6 System ........................................................................................................8
7 Basic Operation ...........................................................................................9
8 Normal Operation ......................................................................................10
9 Default Settings .........................................................................................11
10 Battery Run-time .......................................................................................12
11 Sunset/Sunrise Switching ................................ ................................ ..........13
12 Battery Capacity ‘Traffic Light’ LED indicators ...........................................14
13 Charging ...................................................................................................15
14 MLC Dimensions .......................................................................................17
15 MLC and Carry/Charger Case Weight .......................................................17
16 Environmental (MLC) ................................................................................17
17 Electrical Specification (MLC) ....................................................................18
18 UHF Radio Modem Specification ...............................................................19
19 Special Orders ..........................................................................................20
20 Spare Parts ...............................................................................................20
21 Support Documentation .............................................................................20
22 The Carrying and Charging Case ..............................................................21
23 UHF Antenna ............................................................................................22
24 VHF Antenna and Cables ................................ ................................ ..........23
25 Diagnostics and Fault Finding ...................................................................25
26 Transportation ...........................................................................................26
27 Packaging and Labelling ...........................................................................26
28 Software Updater - MLC ............................................................................27
29 Wireless Command Mode .........................................................................28
30 Wired Interface ..........................................................................................29
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1 Compliance Statements - USA
FCC Compliance WARNING
Changes or modifications to the transmitter not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user's authority to operate this RF device.
FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation
of the device.
USA-Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of 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. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no ensured specification 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 tuning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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2 Compliance Statement - Europe
This product has been marked with the CE mark to show it is compliant with the relevant standards.
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3 Overview
The Mobile Lighting Controller (MLC) offers VHF control of helipad lights and peripheral equipment
either via a UHF transceiver link (to MIL-Star® lights) or using internal relay drivers.
The unit is housed in the same enclosure as the FEC MIL-Star® range of battery helipad lights.
Part Numbers
HP0722 - Standard VHF version
4 Architecture
The MLC is an integral member of the FEC family of lights and controllers enabling either MIL-Star®
battery portable lights, Remote Switching Controllers or fixed installation lights to be activated by pilots
or ground staff by VHF radio.
The MLC is configured (e.g. setting VHF frequency), managed and may be controlled via a UHF
wireless link from a PC or Laptop (not supplied) running FEC’s Systems Management Software.
The MLC is designed to be carried and charged in a MIL-Star® case providing a complete, portable
solution in a single case. Charging power can be mains, car, truck or solar.
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5 Capabilities
FEC’s Mobile Lighting Controller Version 1 (MLC V1) is an all new, fully digital design that combines
ease of installation and use with sophisticated yet simple and secure configuration via a wireless PC
Controller Software interface.
The MLC incorporates an advanced microcontroller to provide very flexible and programmable
operation, combining proven designs from the FEC Remote Lighting Controller (RLC) and MIL-Star®
battery helipad lights.
Key Features
Traditional VHF Pilot Lighting Controller (PLC) configuration
Modern, digital, fully synthesised VHF receiver with programmable:
o 25kHz/8.33kHz frequency setting
o ‘Click’ period (range: 50 – 250mS, Default 100mS)
o Signal strength threshold (range: -10 to -100dBm, Default: -75dBm)
Defined number of presses to activate Channels 1, 2 or 3
o VHF wireless
o Local magnetic key
o PC Controller
Each channel has fully independent programmable time-out (10 seconds to 60 minutes)
3 Channels + 1 Auxiliary transistor switch output to control external power relays
Built in light sensor for optional automatic switching at sunrise and sunset
Built in real-time clock calendar
Stealth mode - provides the facility to turn off the status LEDs after an initial confirmation period
(5 seconds).
Housed in MIL-Star® enclosure
o Can be carried in standard Carry/Charger case
o Replaces one of the 8 MIL-Stars
o Compatible charging points for simple lead-free charging
o Whip antenna stored in case lid
Internal 7.5V 2.2Ah Li-Ion battery giving many days operation
Remote test and diagnostics integrated into the unit
Very low power consumption – Approx. 0.5W
Operates from internal battery or 12V DC (ideal for solar and batteries)
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6 System
The key system elements of the MLC are shown in figure 4 (top removed for clarity).
The three connectors at the top of the unit are IP65 rated and fitted with dust caps (cap colour may
vary).
6.1 Charging & Relay Interface Connector
This 8way Lockable DIN SWUM1 connector can be connected to an external power supply (12.5 – 30V
DC) to power/charge the unit and provides 4 transistor switch outputs (3 channels + 1 auxiliary) to
switch external power relays.
6.2 VHF and UHF Antenna Connectors
The VHF and UHF antenna connectors are SMA sockets (reverse gender for USA). The supplied whip
antenna is fitted with an SMA plug for direct connection. For fixed installations customers can choose
the most appropriate antenna and cable (See later section on antenna).
1
SWUM – Sealed When Un-Mated
Int. UHF
Antenna
Wireless
LEDs
Serial
Number
USB Port
Channel &
Aux LEDs
Battery
State LEDs
VHF Rx
Power &
CD LEDs
Battery
Isolator
(under)
‘Click’
sensor
‘Off’ sensor
‘On’ sensor
Status LED
Charger & Relay
Connector
VHF Connector
Charging Power
Studs (bottom face)
Charging
LEDs
UHF
Connector
Figure 4
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7 Basic Operation
Basic On, Off and Channel selection of the MLC is achieved by activating magnetic sensors inside the
unit using a Magnetic Key Controller (MKC) (supplied).
7.1 Turn MLC On
To turn an MLC on, momentarily bring the MKC
in line with the ‘On’ sensor on the unit’s top
panel (figure 5).
If the unit is already on, holding the MKC to the
On sensor for 2 seconds puts the unit in
Communication Mode (see later section)
7.2 Turn MLC Off
To turn an MLC off, momentarily bring the MKC
in line with the ‘Off’ sensor on the unit’s top
panel (figure 6).
If the unit is already off, bringing the MKC in line
with the ‘Off’ sensor, displays the battery status
(useful for a quick check without having to turn
the unit on)
The Off sensor is also used to put the MLC into
software update mode (see later section)
7.3 Select MLC Channel
Channels may be selected without a VHF radio.
With the unit switched on, momentarily bring the
MKC in line with the ‘Click’ sensor on the unit’s
top panel (figure 7) 3, 5 or 7 times within a 5
second period (just as the pilot would do via
VHF).
As each ‘click’ is detected the ‘Status’ LED will
light and, after the 5 second period, the selected
channel will be activated. (See later section for
defaults)
Figure 5
Figure 6
Figure 7
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