TAMS Elektronik FCS-L User manual

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FCS-L

Beleuchtungsmodul

für Faller* Car-System

Lighting module

compatible to the

Faller* Car-System

Module d'éclairage

pour véhicules

du Faller* Car-System

Verlichtingsmodule voor

het Faller* Car System

Art.-Nr. 22-01-071-5 n

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Table of contents

How to use this manual 13 Intended use 14 Safety instructions 14 EMC declaration 16 Summary of operation 16 Technical specifications / Circuit Diagram (Fig. 1) 17 Checking the package contents 17 Required tools and materials 18 Safe and correct soldering 18 Mounting the FCS-L / Connections Diagram (Fig. 2) 19 FAQ 20 Manufacturer's note 21 Certification 21 Conditional warranty 22

How to use this manual

This manual gives step-by-step instructions for safe and correct fitting of the module, and operation. Before you start, we advise you to read the whole manual, particularly the chapter on safety instructions and the FAQ chapter. You will then know where to take care and how to prevent mistakes which take a lot of effort to correct.

Keep this manual safely so that you can solve problems in the future. If you pass the module on to another person, please pass on the manual with it.

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Intended use

The module can be used according to the specifications of this manual in a vehicle compatible to the Faller* Car-System.

The module is not suitable for children under the age of 14. Reading, understanding and following the instructions in this manual

are mandatory for the user. Any other use is inappropriate and invalidates any guarantees.

Safety instructions

Mechanical hazards

Cut wires can have sharp ends and can cause serious injuries. Watch out for sharp edges when you pick up the PCB.

Visibly damaged parts can cause unpredictable danger. Do not use damaged parts: recycle and replace them with new ones.

Electrical hazards

§ Touching powered, live components,

§ touching conducting components which are live due to malfunction,

§ short circuits,

§ connecting the circuit to another voltage than specified,

§ impermissibly high humidity,

§ condensation build up

can cause serious injury due to electrical shock. Take the following precautions to prevent this danger:

§ Never perform wiring on a powered module.

§ Mounting the module should only be done in closed, clean, dry rooms.

Beware of humidity.

§ Only use low power for this module as described in this manual and

only use certified transformers.

§ Connect soldering irons only in approved mains sockets installed by an

authorised electrician.

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§ Observe cable diameter requirements.

§ After condensation build up, allow a minimum of 2 hours for dispersion.

§ Use only original spare parts if you have to repair the module.

Fire risk

Touching flammable material with a hot soldering iron can cause fire, which can result in injury or death through burns or suffocation. Connect your soldering iron or soldering station only when actually needed. Always keep the soldering iron away from inflammable materials. Use a suitable soldering iron stand. Never leave a hot soldering iron or station unattended.

Thermal danger

A hot soldering iron or liquid solder accidentally touching your skin can cause skin burns. As a precaution:

§ use a heat-resistant mat during soldering,

§ always put the hot soldering iron in the soldering iron stand,

§ point the soldering iron tip carefully when soldering, and

§ remove liquid solder with a thick wet rag or wet sponge from the

soldering tip.

Dangerous environments

A working area that is too small or cramped is unsuitable and can cause accidents, fires and injury. Prevent this by working in a clean, dry room with enough freedom of movement.

Other dangers

Children can cause any of the accidents mentioned above because they are inattentive and not responsible enough. Children under the age of 14 should not be allowed to work with this module.

Little children can swallow small components with sharp edges, with fatal results! Do not allow components to reach small children.

In schools, training centres, clubs and workshops, assembly must be supervised by qualified personnel.

In industrial institutions, health and safety regulations applying to electronic work must be adhered to.

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EMC declaration

This product is developed and tested in accordance with the European standards EN 55014-1 and EN 61000-6-3 and meets the EC - directive 2004/108/EG and legal requirements.

To guarantee the electromagnetic tolerance in operation you must take the following precautions:

§ Make no changes to the original parts and accurately follow the

instructions, circuit diagram and PCB layut included with this manual.

§ Use only original spare parts if you have to repair the kit or the ready-

built module.

Summary of Operation

The module is designed for the use in vehicles compatible with the Faller* car system, that are run with one accumulator battery. By reducing the module´s input voltage the module may be used as well with vehicles that are run with two accumulator batteries.

Two white and two red LEDs for the vehicle´s headlights and rearlights can be connected. The circuit regulates the input to a constant current of approx. 25 mA so that the appropriate voltage for the operation of the LEDs is applied at the module´s output.

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10 µH

Technical specifications

Supply voltage 0,9 to 1,8 Volt DC

(= vehicles with one battery)

Supply voltage 1,6 to 2,5 Volt DC when mounting an additional diode (= vehicles with two batteries)

Current consumption approx. 25 mA (independent of

the voltage applied) Protected to IP 00 Ambient temperature in use 0 - + 60 °C Ambient temperature in storage -10 - + 80 °C Comparative humidity allowed max. 85 % Dimensions approx. 4,2 x 7,4 x 1,7 mm Weight approx. 1 g

Fig. 1: Cicuit Diagram

Checking the package contents

Check the contents of the package for completeness immediately after unpacking:

§ one module,

§ one diode 1N4148,

§ one manual.

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Required tools and materials

Make sure you have the following tools, equipment and materials ready for use:

§ an electronic soldering iron (max. 30 Watt) with a fine tip,

§ a soldering iron stand,

§ a tip-cleaning sponge,

§ a heat-resistant mat,

§ a small side cutter and wire stripper,

§ a pair of tweezers,

§ tin solder (0,5 mm. diameter),

§ wire.

Safe and correct soldering

Caution:

Incorrect soldering can cause dangers through fires and heat. Avoid these dangers by reading and following the directions given in the chapter Safety instructions. If you have had training in soldering you can skip this chapter.

§ Use a small soldering iron with max. 30 Watt. Keep the soldering tip

clean so the heat of the soldering iron is applied to the solder point effectively.

§ Only use tin solder with flux.

§ When soldering electronic circuits never use soldering-water or

soldering grease. They contain acids that can corrode components and copper tracks.

§ Solder quickly: holding the iron on the joints longer than necessary can

destroy components and can damage copper tracks or soldering eyes.

§ Apply the soldering tip to the soldering spot in such a way that the wire

and the soldering eye are heated at the same time. Simultaneously add solder (not too much). As soon as the solder becomes liquid take it away. Hold the soldering tip at the spot for a few seconds so that the solder flows into the joint, then remove the soldering iron.

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§ The joint should be held still for about 5 seconds after soldering.

§ To make a good soldering joint you should use a clean and unoxidised

soldering tip. Clean the soldering tip with a damp piece of cloth, a damp sponge or a piece of silicon cloth.

§ After soldering check (preferably with a magnifying glass) tracks for

accidental solder bridges and short circuits. This would cause faulty operation or, in the worst case, permanent damage. You can remove excess solder by putting a clean soldering tip on the spot. The solder will become liquid again and flow from the soldering spot to the soldering tip.

Mounting the FCS-L

Open the housing of the vehicle. Locate the position for the module. Follow the connection diagram fig. 2.

Connection to the supply voltage

The module is designed for connecting to a supply voltage of 0,9 to 1,8 V (= one accumulator battery). If it is connected to a higher supply voltage of 1,6 bis 2,5 V (= two accumulator batteries) you have to reduce the input voltage by mounting a diode (e.g. 1N4148) in the lead-in wire.

Connect the soldering point X1 to the positive pole and the soldering point X2 to the negative pole of the accumulator batteries.

Caution:

The module should not be connected the wrong way round. Otherwise it will be destroyed when put into operation.

Connection of the diodes

Connect the LEDs´anodes and cathodes, as in the connectioning diagram (fig. 2), to the soldering points X3 and X4. The module is a constant-current source, therefore the mounting of additional series resistors is not necessary.

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Fig. 2: Connections diagram

D1, D2 LED, white D3, D4 LED, red D5 If required, e.g. diode 1N4148

Pin connections

X1 Connection to „+”of the accumulator batteries X2 Connection to „-” of the accumulator batteries X3 Connection to the cathode side of the LEDs X4 Connection to the anode side of the LEDs

FAQ

§ Parts are getting very hot and/or start to smoke.

Disconnect the system from the mains immediately!

Possible cause: The connections to the power supply are connected the wrong round. à Check the connection. In this case the module is probably damaged irreparably.

§ The LEDs do not light.

Possible cause: The LEDs are connected the wrong round. à Check the connections. Possible cause: The power supply is interrupted. à Check the connections.

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§ After applying the supply voltage the LEDs flash quickly and then

go out. Possible cause: The supply voltage is higher than 1,8 V. à Reduce the input voltage, for instance by mounting a diode in the lead-in wire from the power supply to the module (see fig. 2).

§ The red or the white LEDs light brighter than the others.

Possible cause: The burning voltage of the red and the white LEDs differs considerably. à Connect a series resistor (value from 1 to 20 Ohm) to the LEDs that light brighter.

If you cannot find the problem, please return the module for repair (address on the cover page).

Manufacturer's note

The person who brings the circuit into operation is the manufacturer of the product. If he sells the product to another person he is responsible for passing on all the relevant papers. Domestic appliances assembled from a kit are deemed industrial products and must comply with health and safety regulations.

Certification

This product is developed and tested in accordance with the European standards EN 55014-1 and EN 61000-6-3. This product conforms with the EC- directive 2004/108/EG on electromagnetic radiation and is therefore CE certified.

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Conditions of warranty

This product is guaranteed for two years. The warranty includes the correction of faults which can be proved to be due to material failure or factory flaw. We guarantee the function of the parts according to the parameters in not mounted state as well as the adherence to the technical specifications of the circuit when assembled and connected according to the manual. Other claims are excluded. By law, we are not responsible for damages or secondary damages in connection with this product. We retain the right to repair, make improvements, supply spare parts or return the purchase price. The following invalidate the warranty:

§ using an unsuitable soldering iron, solder containing liquid acids or

similar,

§ if damage is caused by not following the instructions in this manual or

the connection diagram(s)

§ if the module has been altered and repair attempts have failed,

§ if arbitrary changes in the circuit are made,

§ if additional components are added which are not described in the

manual,

§ if the copper tracks or soldering eyes are damaged,

§ if damage occurs due to an overload of the module,

§ if connected to a incorrect voltage or current,

§ if damaged by other persons,

§ if damaged by faulty operation or if damaged by careless use or abuse.

* "Faller" is a registered and protected trade mark of Gebrueder Faller GmbH, Guetenbach, Germany.

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