Table of Contents Introduction Notice FCC Compliance Product Checklist For safe application, observe the following: Cautionary Notes Part Names and Dimensions 1.1. Model Number Configuration 1.2. Part Names 1.2.1. Main Unit 1.2.2. AC Adaptor 1.3. Outer Dimensional Drawing 1.3.1. Main Unit 1.3.2. AC Adaptor Product Installation 2.1.
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• When an unusual odor, sound or smoke comes out of the product, immediately disconnect the power, then contact your nearest PATLITE Sales Representative. • When an unusual odor, sound or smoke comes out of the product, immediately disconnect the power, then contact your nearest PATLITE Sales Representative.
Part Names and Dimensions 1.1. Model Number Configuration PHE-3FB3 -RYG AC Adaptor None: AC Adaptor included N: AC Adaptor not Included 1.2. Part Names 1.2.1. Main Unit ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ Number Name Buzzer Unit Red Unit ⑥ Amber Unit Green Unit “Clear”...
Product Installation Caution • This product is designed for indoor use. Use this product in a location where it is not exposed to rain and water. Exposure to rain and water may result in failure and electric shock. • Install this product where the surface is stable and level. If this product is installed in an unstable location or on an incline, the product may fall, resulting in damage.
*The RS-232C cable is not included. Please purchase it separately. Connect the cables with the connection pin numbers listed below. The pin numbers not showing will not affect the operation of this product. PHE-3FB3-RYG Control Device (PC) D-sub 9 pin female...
This product requires installation of a specialized driver for the PC before being connected to a PC via the USB. Go to our PATLITE homepage (http://www.patlite.com) to download the installer. *The USB cable is not included. Please purchase it separately.
Normal Operation Mode “3.2. Normal Operation Mode” Operation by commands of PHU Compatible Mode “3.2. Normal Operation Mode” Firmware Update Mode Updating firmware for this product • For instructions on updating the firmware, download the instructions from Patlite’s home page MEMO and check the manual. Caution • During normal operation mode and firmware update mode operation, even if it sends commands during the PHU compatibility mode, don’t operate it. After changing Modes with the Set Switch, re-switch on the power source before transmitting. • During PHU compatibility mode, or firmware update mode operation, even if it sends the command in normal operation mode, don’t operate it. After changing Modes with the Set Switch, re-switch on the...
2.6. Volume adjustment To adjust the volume, use the sound reduction sheet or set the dip switch inside the buzzer unit. It is written about the installation and removal of the buzzer unit and the LED unit in the instruction manual posted on our website.
2.7. "Clear" Switch All output terminals for this product can be turned “OFF” by pushing down on the “Clear” switch. 2.8. Power Activation Two options for power activation are available for this product, using the AC adapter or USB bus power. Select among the power sources below that match your environment and turn on the power.
2.9. About AC Adaptor Warning • When using an AC adaptor other than our AC adapter (ADP-001), be sure to use the AC adaptor that conforms to the recommended specifications. Using an AC adapter that does not meet the recommended specifications could result in fire or product failure. • Be sure to use the AC adaptor equipped with the overcurrent protection. Using an AC adaptor that does not have an overcurrent protection function could result in fire or product failure.
Communication Specifications 3.1. Communication Set Up When sending a command to this product, set the communication port as shown below depending on the operation mode. Normal Operation Mode PHU Compatible Mode Communication Specification RS-232C Compliant Baud Rate 9600bps 19200bps Data Length 8 bit Stop Bit 1 bit...
3.2.2. Command Explanation The following are examples on how to send each of the commands from the command list table. 3.2.2.1. <Turn on specified Signal Tower light and sound buzzer> Sending ASCII data in the following form will control the specified Signal Tower light to turn on and sound the buzzer. The bit in the data section is specified as “0”, of which the Signal Tower and buzzer will maintain their condition, and the bit in the data section specified as “1” will turn off the Signal Tower lights and sound the buzzer. [Transmission Example] In this example, the Signal Tower red shall flash, amber will light up, and buzzer pattern 2 shall sound. • Send Data Header Command Data End code [40H] [3FH] [3FH] [30H]...
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3.2.2.2. <Turn off specified Signal Tower light and stop buzzer sound> Sending ASCII data in the following form will control the specified Signal Tower light to turn off and stop the buzzer. The bit in the data section is specified as “0”, of which the Signal Tower and buzzer will maintain their condition, and the bit in the data section specified as “1” will turn off the Signal Tower lights and stop the buzzer. [Transmission Example] In this example, the Signal Tower red flashing and amber lighting shall be turned off, and buzzer pattern 2 shall s top. • Send Data Header Command Data End code [40H] [3FH] [3FH] [30H] [35H] [31H] [21H] 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 0 0 1 1 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 Red Unit Lighting Amber Unit Lighting Green Unit Lighting...
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3.2.2.3. <Set ID for this product> Sending ASCII data in the following form will change the ID of this product. Two ASCII bytes are designated in the data section to change to a new ID. The configuration range for each byte of data in the data section can set up from 0 [30H] to ? [3FH]. [Transmission Example] In this example, the ID set at 56 [35H 36H] shall be changed to 21 [32H 31H]. • Send Data Command Data Header End Code [40H] [35H]...
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3.2.2.4. <Control Signal Tower and buzzer operation> Sending ASCII data in the following form will transmit data to control the Signal Tower and buzzer. [Transmission Example] In this example , the red is turned on, amber maintains it’s condition and green is turned off on the specified Signal Tower, and the buzzer sounds Pattern 4. • Send Data Data Header Command Signal Tower *1 Unused *2 Buzzer *3 Code Amber...
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3.2.2.5. <Acquire Signal Tower and buzzer conditions> When ASCII data is transmitted in the following format, the reply data will return with a 6 byte ASCII value to indicate the Signal Tower and buzzer status. [Transmission Example] In this example , the acquisitioned data obtained indicate the condition in which red is “off”, amber is “on” and green is flashing pattern 2 on the signal tower, with the buzzer sounding pattern 3.
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3.2.2.6. <Turn off Signal Tower light and stop the buzzer> Sending ASCII data in the following form will control the Signal Tower light to turn off and stop the buzzer. [Transmission Example] In this example , the Signal Tower lights are turned off and the buzzer is stopped. •...
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3.2.2.7. <To obtain information on this product> When ASCII data in the following format is sent, acquired information, such as the version, ID, switch settings and Buzzer switch of this product will have a 6 byte ASCII reply. [Transmission Example] • In this example, the reply data indicates the latest version is 1.01, ID is “??”, and the condition of all setting switches and Buzzer switch is OFF.
3.3. Flash/Alarm Patterns 3.3.1. LED Pattern Three kind of operating patterns for this product is available, such as continuous lighting, Flashing pattern 1, and Flashing pattern 2. Below is the description of the timing for the operation: Continuous “ON” Flashing Pattern 1 [Repetitive 800ms “ON”; 800ms “OFF”] Flashing Pattern 2 [Repetitive 120ms “ON”, 280ms “OFF”, 120ms “ON”, 280ms “OFF”;...
3.4. PHU Compatibility Mode PHU compatibility mode is the mode which can control a Signal Tower by using the same commands as the PHU by connecting a USB cable with this product and transmitting PHU-3 type control commands to this product. 3.4.1.
Conformity Standards UL 60950-1 CAN/CSA C22.2 No.60950-1 KC ( KN 61000-6-2, KN 61000-6-4) *2 PSE Compliant AC Adaptor *1 : N type excluded *2 : Only N type CE Marking UL/cUL Listed : PHE-3FB3-RYG UL/cUL Recognized Component : PHE-3FB3N-RYG Remark...
Maintenance and Inspection Cleaning • When cleaning, be sure to disconnect the power before doing so. • The cleaning of this product should be with a soft cloth and a neutral detergent (such as dish soap), diluted with water and should be wiped lightly. Since it is easy to crack the surface of the product when wiping with too much strength, be careful.
Replacement Parts Option Parts 6.1. Replacement Parts The repair parts of this product are as follows. when repair parts are needed, contact your PATLITE sales representatives. Table 6.1 Replacement Parts of PHE Parts Rubber Feet AC Adaptor(1 plug) * Sound Reduction sheet * Replacement plug is not included in the AC adapter (1 plug) of repair parts.
Please paste Tint Film by the following procedure. ④Finish ②Wrap ①Peel off the release paper (2 places) of double-sided tape ③Paste (Partly overlap) 6.3. About LED Unit and Buzzer Unit To purchase the LED unit and buzzer unit, please purchase the LR type LED unit and buzzer unit shown in the table below.
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Caution ・ Do not apply excessive strength with each unit or body. Failure to comply may damage the unit. ・ Do not touch the connector area or the inside of the body and LED unit. Failure to comply may damage the unit. ・Do not attach the buzzer unit used for other products to this product.
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If the Buzzer Unit can’t be attached, try the procedure below. Turn the internal part of the Buzzer Unit counterclockwise until the tab fits in the groove. Attach the Buzzer Unit to the product. Turn this part counterclockwise. Groove Buzzer Unit Underside View If the LED Unit can’t be attached, try the procedure below. Turn the internal lens of the LED Unit counterlockwise until the tab fits in the groove.
Troubleshooting Problem Check the following Make sure that the AC adapter is connected properly. Refer to ”2.7. Power Activation” Make sure that the USB cable is connected properly. Power supply LED is not illuminated. Refer to ”2.3. USB Port Wiring” In case the USB hub is used, there is a possibility that the power supply from the PC is not sufficient.
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