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Flash Technology VANGUARD FTS 370d Reference Manual

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VANGUARD
FTS 370d, 370w, 370r
LED Medium Intensity Obstruction Lighting System
Reference Manual
Part Number F7913702
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Flash Technology, 332 Nichol Mill Lane, Franklin, TN 37067
www.spx.com/en/flash-technology
(615) 261-2000

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  • Page 1 ® VANGUARD FTS 370d, 370w, 370r LED Medium Intensity Obstruction Lighting System Reference Manual Part Number F7913702 SERIAL NUMBER Flash Technology, 332 Nichol Mill Lane, Franklin, TN 37067 www.spx.com/en/flash-technology (615) 261-2000...
  • Page 5 The flashhead cable is properly secured to the tower so the insulation won’t become cut or damaged with wind and time. Using the Flash Technology’s two supplied tapes and the 2-3-4 layer method, secure the cable to the tower (Not exceeding 5’...
  • Page 6 Marker Interface Junction Box (SC 370d only) The Marker Interface Enclosure is mounted at the marker tier level. Flash Technology provided hardware used for mounting the Marker Interface Enclosure (4 points of contact to Universal Mounting brackets). Both latches are secured to prevent water intrusion.
  • Page 7 Flash Technology assumes no liability for damages resulting from any errors or omissions in this manual, or from the use of the information contained herein. Flash Technology reserves the right to revise this manual without obligation to notify any person or organization of the revision.
  • Page 8 Dangerous line voltages reside in certain locations in this equipment. Also, this equipment may generate dangerous voltages. Although Flash Technology has incorporated every practical safety precaution, exercise extreme caution at all times when you expose circuits and components, and when you operate, maintain, or service this equipment.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Front Matter ............................i Personnel Hazard Warning ........................ ii Table of Contents..........................iii List of Figures .............................v List of Tables ............................ vi Section 1 – Introduction and Operation ....................1 Introduction.............................1 System Overview ........................1 Specifications..........................2 SC 370.............................4 Operation Overview........................
  • Page 10 System X Firmware ........................67 USB Firmware Update........................68 Information Display Alarms ......................68 Section 4– Web Interface........................70 Web Interface (Optional) ......................70 System Access via WiFi .......................70 Lighting Inspection (LI)........................71 Mode Override ..........................72 Auxiliary Input..........................72 Event Log............................73 Configuration ..........................73 Section 5 – Maintenance and Troubleshooting.................77 Safety ............................77 Preventive Maintenance........................77 Storage ............................77...

  • Page 11: List Of Figures

    List of Figures Figure 1-1 – SC 370 (AC)......................4 Figure 1-2 – PCB1 Controller Board ..................5 Figure 1-3 – Information Display and User Interface............... 6 Figure 1-4 – Alarm Interface & Mode Indicator Connections ..........8 Figure 1-5 – PCB 3 with GPS....................10 Figure 1-6 –...
  • Page 12 List of Tables Table 1-1 – Physical Specifications....................2 Table 1-2 – Performance Specifications .....................3 Table 1-3 – Status & Alarm LEDs......................7 Table 1-4 – Alarm Interface & Mode Indicator Connections.............8 Table 3-1 – Controller Display Buttons....................55 Table 3-2 – Top Level Menu Options....................55 Table 3-3 –...

  • Page 13: Section 1 - Introduction And Operation

    Section 1 – Introduction and Operation Introduction FTS 370d and FTS 370w are LED connected to form one lighting system. Medium Intensity Obstruction Lighting Optional GPS synchronization is available Systems. FTS 370d series are Dual if additional SC 370s are required. Lighting Systems (red/white) for L- 864/865 applications.

  • Page 14: Specifications

    Specifications Table 1-1 – Physical Specifications Equipment Model Physical Specifications SC 370 System Controller (Standard): Dimensions H x W x D (millimeters) 23.82 x 17.25 x 8.51 in (605 x 438.3 x 216.2) Weight (kilograms) 39 lb (18.1) SC 370 System Controller (Stainless Option): Dimensions H x W x D (millimeters) 23.00 x 17.13 x 6.44 in (584.2 x 435.1 x 163.6)

  • Page 15: Table 1-2 - Performance Specifications

    Table 1-2 – Performance Specifications FAA Lighting Type Parameter L-864 and L-865 L-866 and L-885 Flash Intensity (nominal): Day (White) 20,000 ± 25% ECD 20,000 ± 25% ECD Night (Red) 2,000 ± 25% ECD 2,000 ± 25% ECD Night (White), White Backup 2,000 ±...

  • Page 16: Operation Overview

    SC 370 Operation Overview the fuses or MOV. Fuse holders are An internal view of the SC 370 is shown hinged on the lower side. Pull down and in Figure 1-1. Component layout open the side cover to access the fuse. diagrams with part names and numbers are shown in Figures 6-1 (AC) and 6-2 (DC).

  • Page 17: Pcb1 Controller Board

    PCB1 Controller Board PCB1 controls and monitors operation of photo below, is discussed in the following the SC 370 and its associated flashhead. subheadings. Each section of PCB1, outlined in the Manual Status & Control OLED Override Alarm Interface Alarm LEDs Display Interface &...

  • Page 18: Figure 1-3 - Information Display And User Interface

    PCB1 Information Display and User Interface A multi-line OLED (Organic Light- cursor position. The information display Emitting Diode) display provides system defaults to show the current system status status, alarm programming as well as the basic configuration for the information. Three pushbuttons located to unit.

  • Page 19: Table 1-3 - Status & Alarm Leds

    Table 1-3 – Status & Alarm LEDs Indication Red to indicate one or more of the following conditions: 1. The connected beacon is experiencing a failure in Day mode. DAY ALARM 2. The beacon is not communicating with the SC 370. The Day Alarm will be accompanied by the Night Alarm and the Comm.

  • Page 20: Figure 1-4 - Alarm Interface & Mode Indicator Connections

    Alarm Interface & Mode Indicator Connections Dry contact alarm connections, located on an open contact between COM and NO PCB 1, are available regardless of any indicates the system is operating in Night additional monitoring method used. The mode and a closed contact indicates the available dry contact alarm outputs are system is operating in Day mode.
  • Page 21 P2 Auxiliary Input J4 Communication Cable Connection systems consisting of more than one SC 370 unit require connection communication cable between units. located on the lower The Auxiliary Input (previously labeled right of PCB1, provides LOW BAT) allows an external device, connection for two RJ such as a radar system, to inhibit the 45 connectors.

  • Page 22: Figure 1-5 - Pcb 3 With Gps

    PCB3 Smart Board includes instructions and all components The optional PCB3 “Smart Board” (PN necessary for installation. Antenna 2424500) is installed on top of PCB1 of installation instructions are provided in the SC 370 programmed as System 1. It Section 2 “GPS Antenna” for systems provides an interface to the following ordered with GPS Sync factory installed.

  • Page 23: Fh 370D/W/R

    FH 370d/w/r FH 370d/w/r, shown in Figure 1-6, is divided into two sections: light engine, and base assembly. The light engine is comprised of highly efficient LEDs which are focused by Fresnel optics to produce the required output per FAA specifications for the following types: L-864/865 (dual), L865 (white), L-866/885 (dual Catenary), L-885 (white Catenary) or L-866 (red...

  • Page 24: Marker Interface Enclosure

    Marker Interface Enclosure (SC 370d - L-864/865 only) termination point at the flashhead. Marker Operation Overview connections are provided at terminals J1 – The Marker Interface Enclosure mounting J4 located on the Marker Interface PCB. diagram is shown in Figure 2-14 (Stainless Steel option shown in Figure 2-15) and Marker programming, control and status the wiring diagram is shown in Figure 2-...

  • Page 25: Mkr 370

    MKR 370 (SC 370d L-864/865 only) Red (620nm) LEDs and IR (850nm) LEDs MKR 370 DC, shown in Figure 1-8, is a ensures maximum visibility to pilots in all 24V DC LED L-810 marker. circumstances. innovative design combines three highly efficient LED’s and Fresnel optics into a Operational power is supplied by the compact cast aluminum base which is easy...

  • Page 26: Section 2 - Mounting And Installation

    Upon completion of the system installation, panels are requested. Please contact the verify that the Information Display, located Flash Technology parts department at 1- on PCB1, shows the correct configuration 800-821-5825 if this option is desired. Revision 10 – 1/09/2015...

  • Page 27: Wiring

    75’ are available. Also, the cable may be supplied with your equipment. spliced to provide additional length. The Flash Technology wiring diagrams define recommended minimum wire gauge is 16 only minimum requirements AWG if additional length is necessary.

  • Page 28: Cellular Antenna

     simultaneously accommodate a Vanguard Ensure that installation Photodiode, Cellular Antenna, and GPS watertight. Antenna as shown in Figure 2-1. Note: See Cellular Antenna and GPS Antenna additional information Note: The antenna must be mounted regarding the Antenna Mounting Bracket outdoors to ensure optimal reception.

  • Page 29: Gps Antenna

    6. Tighten the cable strain relief on the 6. Mount the Antenna Mounting Bracket bottom of the SC 370 enclosure using one of the following methods:  Wall securely. Mount: screws (not included) to mount to the outside GPS Antenna wall of a shelter.

  • Page 30: Figure 2-1 - Antenna Mounting Bracket With Phd 512, Cellular And Gps Antennas

    Cellular Antenna PHD 512 Antenna Figure 2-1 – Antenna Mounting Bracket with PHD 512, Cellular and GPS Antennas (Body Mount Antenna shown) Magnetic Mount Antenna Body Mount Antenna Verizon Only AT&T or Verizon Figure 2-2 – Antenna Types Revision 10 – 1/09/2015 FTS 370d/w/r...

  • Page 31: Communication Cable Kit

    Communication Cable Kit supplied hardware kit. Figure 2-3 provides a pictorial of the installation. A CAT 5 cable provides the RS 485 Connection to the WiFi access point is communications link between the SC 370 discussed in Section 4. designated as System 1 and all subordinate units installed in the system.

  • Page 32: Figure 2-3 - Wifi Antenna Installation

    SC 370c Enclosure (Bottom View) Conduit Hub (P/N 5991618) Conduit Nipple ¾” x 12” (P/N 5990290) Adjustable Clamp 1 1/16” – 2” SS (P/N 5990253) WiFi Antenna (P/N 5905231) Conduit Coupling ¾” (P/N 5991885) Cable Strain Relief ¾” NPT (P/N 4900156) with Custom Insert (P/N 5362009) Shielded CAT 5 Cable...

  • Page 33: Dry Contact Alarm Outputs

    Flash Technology recommends cable near the controller. monitoring contacts that are open in an alarm condition. Flashhead Cable Flash Technology cable (PN 4370000) provides optimal system performance while minimizing vulnerability Lightning and EMI (Electromagnetic Interference). The cable is comprised of two 8 AWG conductors with an overall aluminized Mylar shield and drain.
  • Page 34 Securing the Cable Flash Technology provides the material 3. Wrap four full turns of two-inch for securing the flashhead cable to a Scotchrap #50 tape, or the equivalent, skeletal structure with the following over the Scotchrap Filament #890 tape. technique.

  • Page 35: Marker Interface Enclosure

    through the strain relief and tighten the Marker Interface Enclosure dome nut. (FTS 370d L-864/865 only) 4. Connect the three conductor flashhead cable to the terminal strip TB1 using a Note: Complete instructions installing Marker Interface non-flared flat tip screwdriver: Enclosure, marker mounting brackets a.

  • Page 36: Figure 2-5 - Marker Interface Wiring

    Figure 2-5 – Marker Interface Wiring Revision 10 – 1/09/2015 FTS 370d/w/r...

  • Page 37: Flashhead Installation

    The flashhead is mounted to the tower pedestal utilizing ½ inch galvanized or Note: Flash Technology’s “T”- Level stainless steel hardware. Four mounting (Optional Part # 11000013455) has two holes are provided on the flashhead base vials to simplify installation.

  • Page 38: Figure 2-7 - Flashhead Cable Terminal Block

    Wiring a. Connect the red wire to the terminal labeled DC+. NOTE: Install a 5’ service loop in the b. Connect the black wire to the cable near the flashhead. terminal labeled DC-. 1. With the flashhead securely mounted c. Connect the bare drain wire to the to the tower, unfasten the two latches terminal labeled GND.

  • Page 39: Figure 2-8 - Sc 370 Mounting And Outline

    17.25 (438.27) 15.00 (381.00) 7.50 (190.50) 12.25 (311.15) 8.51 (216.19) 23.82 (605.03) 22.67 (575.74) 22.57 (573.28) Ø0.50 (12.70) Ø0.42 (10.54) (3 PLACES) (2 PLACES) ENCLOSURE ENCLOSURE RIGHT VIEW FRONT VIEW HINGE KNOCKOUT TABLE (ALL HOLES KNOCKOUT FROM INSIDE) KNOCKOUT SIZE DIA LETTER 0.875 (22.4) 1.093 (27.8)

  • Page 40: Figure 2-9 - Sc 370 Mounting And Outline (Stainless Steel Option)

    12.25 (311.2) 2.25 (57.2) 6.44 (163.6) 0.62 (15.8) 21.75 (552.5) SEE DETAIL A 0.88 (22.4) 6.00 (152.4) 0.00 0.88 (22.4) DETAIL A HOLE LEGEND HOLE DIA. 0.88 (22.4) 1.093 (27.8) Note: All dimensions are in inches (millimeters). Figure 2-9 – SC 370 Mounting and Outline (Stainless Steel Option) Revision 10 –...

  • Page 41: Figure 2-10 - Adapter Mounting Panel Mounting And Outline (Optional)

    14.5 (368.3) 'OPTIONAL PANEL MTG.' 12.25 (311.2) 'DUAL LED PC' & 'XENON PC' 12.76 (324.1) 'FTW' 14.75 (374.7) 'FTM / SMALL FLC' 15.47 (392.9) 21.75 'XENON PC' & (552.5) 'OPTIONAL 'DUAL PANEL MTG.' LED PC' 8.00 (203.2) 'FTW' 10.00 (254) 'FTM / SMALL FLC' HOLE CHART HOLE SIZE...

  • Page 42: Figure 2-11 - Photodiode Mounting And Outline

    2.58 (65.5) 2.28 (57.8) 0.38 (9.5) 3.06 (77.7) 0.13 (3.3) HEX 1.00 (25.4) 1/2" NPT Note: All dimensions are in inches (millimeters). Figure 2-11 – Photodiode Mounting and Outline Revision 10 – 1/09/2015 FTS 370d/w/r...

  • Page 43: Figure 2-12 - Flashhead Dimensions And Mounting Outline

    15.75 (400) 7.5 (190.5) Note: All dimensions are in inches (millimeters). Figure 2-12 – Flashhead Dimensions and Mounting Outline FTS 370d/w/r Revision 10 – 1/09/2015...

  • Page 44: Figure 2-13 - Mkr 370 Mounting And Outline

    2.00 (50.8) 8.00 1/4-20 UNC (203.2) (TYP OF 3) 6.00 (152.4) 1.20 0.38 (9.7) (30.48) 1.20 0.38 2.06 (9.7) (30.48) (52.3) 0.87 (22.1) 0.45 (11.4) 1.26 3/4-14 NPS (32.0) Note: All dimensions are in inches (millimeters). Figure 2-13 – MKR 370 Mounting and Outline Revision 10 –...

  • Page 45: Figure 2-14 - Marker Interface Mounting And Outline

    10.50 (266.70) 5.00 (127.00) 3.00 (76.20) 4.91 (124.79) 16.10 (408.94) 14.92 (378.97) 13.78 (350.01) Ø0.50 (12.70) ENCLOSURE ENCLOSURE (2 PLACES) FRONT VIEW RIGHT VIEW HINGE KNOCKOUT TABLE (ALL HOLES KNOCKOUT FROM INSIDE) LETTER KNOCKOUT SIZE DIA 0.875 (22.4) 1.093 (27.8) SHADED HOLES REPRESENT FACTORY REMOVED KNOCKOUTS ENCLOSURE...

  • Page 46: Figure 2-15 - Marker Interface Mounting And Outline (Stainless Steel Option)

    8.50 (215.9) 13.00 13.75 (349.3) (330.2) 1.13 (28.7) 0.88 (22.4) TYP OF 2 TYP OF 5 4.36 (110.7) 10.00 (254) Note: All dimensions are in inches (millimeters). Figure 2-15 – Marker Interface Mounting and Outline (Stainless Steel Option) Revision 10 – 1/09/2015 FTS 370d/w/r...

  • Page 47: Figure 2-16 - Typical E1/D1 Component Locations

    LIGHTNING ROD MUST EXTEND 36" (MIN) ABOVE AND BE LOCATED 18" HORIZONTALLY AWAY FROM UPPERMOST FLASHHEAD(S) FLASHHEAD FH370d/w #8 AWG MIN GROUND WIRE FROM FLASHHEAD TO TOWER STEEL MARKER INTERFACE ENCLOSURE MKR 370 LED 1/2 OVERALL L-810 MARKERS TOWER HEIGHT #8 AWG MIN GROUND WIRE FROM MARKER INTERFACE...

  • Page 48: Figure 2-17 - Typical E2/D2 Component Locations

    LIGHTNING ROD MUST EXTEND 36" (MIN) ABOVE AND BE LOCATED 18" HORIZONTALLY AWAY FROM UPPERMOST FLASHHEAD(S) FLASHHEAD FH370d/w #8 AWG MIN GROUND WIRE FROM FLASHHEAD TO TOWER STEEL MARKER INTERFACE ENCLOSURE MKR 370 LED 3/4 OVERALL TOWER HEIGHT L-810 MARKERS #8 AWG MIN GROUND WIRE FROM MARKER INTERFACE...

  • Page 49: Figure 2-18 - Typical Catenary Component Locations

    Figure 2-18 – Typical Catenary Component Locations FTS 370d/w/r Revision 10 – 1/09/2015...

  • Page 50: Figure 2-19 - Typical D1 & D2 System Wiring Diagram

    Figure 2-19 – Typical D1 & D2 System Wiring Diagram Revision 10 – 1/09/2015 FTS 370d/w/r...

  • Page 51: System Wiring Diagram Notes (D1 & D2)

    SC 370 units connected. Assume 340 VA per SC 370. Also see Note 5. 2. Use only Flash Technology PN 4370000 to connect the flashhead to the SC 370. Splicing of the cable is not permissible on D1 and D2 systems. A 5’ service loop should be placed at the base of the tower near the controller and just below the flashhead.

  • Page 52: Figure 2-20 - Typical E1 & E2 System Wiring Diagram

    Figure 2-20 – Typical E1 & E2 System Wiring Diagram Revision 10 – 1/09/2015 FTS 370d/w/r...

  • Page 53: System Wiring Diagram Notes (E1 & E2)

    340 VA per SC 370. Also see Note 5. 2. Use only Flash Technology PN 4370000 to connect the flashhead to the SC 370. Splicing of the cable is permissible only at the marker interface box (if installed). A 5’ service loop should be placed at the base of the tower near the controller, just below the flashhead and above and below the marker interface box (if installed).

  • Page 54: Figure 2-21 - Typical Catenary System Wiring Diagram

    Figure 2-21 – Typical Catenary System Wiring Diagram Revision 10 – 1/09/2015 FTS 370d/w/r...

  • Page 55: System Wiring Diagram Notes (Catenary)

    SC 370 units connected. Assume 340 VA per SC 370. Also see Note 5. 2. Use only Flash Technology PN 4370000 to connect the flashhead to the SC 370. Splicing of the cable is not permissible on Catenary systems. A 5’ service loop should be placed at the base of the tower near the controller and just below the flashhead.

  • Page 56: Figure 2-22 - Sc 370 (Ac) Internal Wiring Standard System

    MODE COMM ALARM GPS SYNC ALARM PHOTO DIODE ALARM MARKER ALARM NIGHT ALARM DAY ALARM FROM EXTERNAL AC FAIL CONTROL AUX IN INTERFACE (OPTIONAL) Figure 2-22 – SC 370 (AC) Internal Wiring Standard System Revision 10 – 1/09/2015 FTS 370d/w/r...

  • Page 57: Figure 2-23 - Sc 370 (Ac) Internal Wiring With Smart Board Option

    PHOTO DIODE ALARM MODE COMM ALARM GPS SYNC ALARM PHOTO DIODE ALARM MARKER ALARM NIGHT ALARM DAY ALARM FROM EXTERNAL AC FAIL CONTROL AUX IN INTERFACE (OPTIONAL) Figure 2-23 – SC 370 (AC) Internal Wiring with Smart Board Option FTS 370d/w/r Revision 10 –...

  • Page 58: Figure 2-24 - Sc 370 (Ac) Internal Wiring With Modem Option

    MODE COMM ALARM GPS SYNC ALARM PHOTO DIODE ALARM MARKER ALARM NIGHT ALARM DAY ALARM AC FAIL AUX IN Figure 2-24 – SC 370 (AC) Internal Wiring with Modem Option Revision 10 – 1/09/2015 FTS 370d/w/r...

  • Page 59: Figure 2-25 - Sc 370 (Ac) Internal Wiring With Modem & Wifi Options

    MODE COMM ALARM GPS SYNC ALARM PHOTO DIODE ALARM MARKER ALARM NIGHT ALARM DAY ALARM AC FAIL AUX IN EHTERNET Figure 2-25 – SC 370 (AC) Internal Wiring with Modem & WiFi Options FTS 370d/w/r Revision 10 – 1/09/2015...

  • Page 60: Figure 2-26 - Sc 370 (Ac) Internal Wiring With Wifi Option

    MODE COMM ALARM GPS SYNC ALARM PHOTO DIODE ALARM MARKER ALARM NIGHT ALARM DAY ALARM FROM EXTERNAL AC FAIL CONTROL AUX IN INTERFACE (OPTIONAL) Figure 2-26 – SC 370 (AC) Internal Wiring with WiFi Option Revision 10 – 1/09/2015 FTS 370d/w/r...

  • Page 61: Figure 2-27 - Sc 370 (Dc) Internal Wiring Standard System

    Figure 2-27 – SC 370 (DC) Internal Wiring Standard System FTS 370d/w/r Revision 10 – 1/09/2015...

  • Page 62: Figure 2-28 - Sc 370 (Dc) Internal Wiring With Smart Board Option

    Figure 2-28 – SC 370 (DC) Internal Wiring with Smart Board Option Revision 10 – 1/09/2015 FTS 370d/w/r...

  • Page 63: Figure 2-29 - Sc 370 (Dc) Internal Wiring With Modem Option

    Figure 2-29 – SC 370 (DC) Internal Wiring with Modem Option FTS 370d/w/r Revision 10 – 1/09/2015...

  • Page 64: Figure 2-30 - Sc 370 (Dc) Internal Wiring With Modem & Wifi Options

    MODE COMM ALARM GPS SYNC ALARM PHOTO DIODE ALARM MARKER ALARM NIGHT ALARM DAY ALARM AC FAIL AUX IN FROM EXTERNAL CONTROL INTERFACE (OPTIONAL) DC IN AC FAIL LOW BATT NO NC EHTERNET Figure 2-30 – SC 370 (DC) Internal Wiring with Modem &...

  • Page 65: Figure 2-31 - Sc 370 (Dc) Internal Wiring With Wifi Option

    MODE COMM ALARM GPS SYNC ALARM PHOTO DIODE ALARM MARKER ALARM NIGHT ALARM DAY ALARM FROM EXTERNAL AC FAIL CONTROL AUX IN INTERFACE (OPTIONAL) DC IN AC FAIL LOW BATT NO NC Figure 2-31 – SC 370 (DC) Internal Wiring with WiFi Option FTS 370d/w/r Revision 10 –...

  • Page 66: Figure 2-32 - Marker Interface Enclosure Wiring Diagram

    EARTH MKR3 MKR1 EARTH MARKER ALARMS EARTH MKR 1 MKR2 MKR4 MKR 2 EARTH MKR 3 MKR 4 PCB 1 MARKER INTERFACE (P/N 2422000) FH-OUT DRAIN FH-IN DRAIN TB 1 (P/N 1362034) MKR3 MKR1 FH-IN FH-OUT MKR2 MKR4 ENCLOSURE BOTTOM VIEW HOLE DESIGNATION Figure 2-32 –...

  • Page 67: Section 3 - Information Display

    Section 3 – Information Display Navigating the Information Display Three pushbuttons to the right of the Table 3-1 describes the function of each information display provide access to button. The top level menu is described in navigate the system menus, configure the Table 3-2.

  • Page 68: Ctrl Type

    Marker Mode synchronize with previous generation Marker mode allows the L-810 markers to Flash Technology lighting systems on be programmed as steady burning or nearby towers. flashing. If the flashing option is selected, Revision 10 –...
  • Page 69 GPS Sync generating a photodiode alarm. This feature is particularly useful in areas that GPS Sync allows the FTS 370 system to are prone to periods of light or darkness wirelessly synchronize with other lighting that would exceed the 19 hour mode timer. systems without regard to distance.
  • Page 70 IR Enable IR Is Night Alarm This option allows the system to enable or When set to “Yes”, a detected malfunction disable IR (Infrared) output of IR capable in the IR circuit of the FH 370d IR will be beacons. Verify that the beacon(s) is an treated as a night alarm.
  • Page 71 Tower Type White Dual Number of Beacons 1 - 6 Steady Marker Mode Flashing Efficiency Red Flash Mode Legacy 20 FPM Flashes Per Minute Red 30 FPM 40 FPM GPS SYNC Enable/Disable Yes /No Load Default Value GPS Delay Yes Confirm? 0000 ms Valid Range 0-3000 Catenary Yes /No...

  • Page 72: Local Tower Config

    It also simplifies the replacement of marker fixtures by allowing different 4. Restore the source power to the models of Flash Technology approved lighting system. Only the SC 370 unit markers to be installed in the same system. selected in the previous step should be operational.
  • Page 73 Bind State Bound/Unbound (Status Only) Please Ensure All Other Systems Are Turned Off. Then Press Enter… Verify All Disabled Systems Twr Pwr Is Less Than 5V. Then Press Enter Accept Discover Tower Yes /No Cancel Yes Confirm? Discovering Yes /No Unbind Tower Yes Confirm? AOL Beacon...

  • Page 74: Monitoring Config

    SMART the settings should be as follows: card only and will be monitored through a customer supplied Ethernet IP Address Mode: Static connection by Flash Technology’s IP Address: 192.168.1.11 NOC. Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway: 192.168.1.10...
  • Page 75 Yes /No Load Factory Default Yes Confirm? Default of Primary / Alternate Monitoring Static IP Address Mode Dynamic Local Ethernet IP Address XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX Configuration Subnet Mask XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX Default Gateway XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX MAC Address XXXXXXXXXXXX Monitoring Method: Disabled Hours (Enter Value Ranging From 0 - 24) Autoupdate: XX Hours - XX Minutes Minutes (Enter Value Ranging From 0 - 59)

  • Page 76: Monitoring Status

    Monitoring Status The Test Connect option allows the user to The Monitoring Status menu is only manually test the unit’s ability to connect available on the unit programmed as to the monitoring system. All headings in System This menu provides the Monitoring Status menu, other than information such as signal strength, cell Test Connect, are informational only.
  • Page 77 Mode Override Mode Override 0D 0h 15M Site Event History Mode Override Mode Override 0d 0H 20M Days Operating SB Control: Month Day Year Firmware Revision Firmware [Version X.X] Temperature Controller A2D (Values) Tower Voltage Controller Photo Diode Value GPS Communications Antenna GPS (Status Only) Satellites In View...

  • Page 78: Lighting Inspection (Li)

    Lighting Inspection (LI) results can be reviewed by selecting The Lighting Inspection (LI) menu allows Display Previous Results in the Auto the user to test the alarm function of the Fast LI menu. beacon in all modes, markers and the ...

  • Page 79: Mode Override

    Mode Override Mode Override allows the system to be Left displays amount time manually placed in any capable mode for a remaining in the current Override Mode. user definable period of up to 24 hours. Cancel Override returns the system to Once the mode override function has been normal operation with mode control activated, Override Mode will show the...

  • Page 80: Usb Firmware Update

    USB Firmware Update This feature allows any unit with an completed, the unit will reboot and the installed PCB3 Smart Board to be updated USB drive may be removed. via a USB drive. Insert the drive into the connected subordinate units will be USB port located on the lower edge of automatically updated once the USB drive PCB3 (see Figure 1-5).

  • Page 81: Table 3-3 - Information Display Status And Alarm Definitions (Continued)

    Table 3-3 – Information Display Status and Alarm Definitions (continued) Alarm Definition System 1 only. The “BIND ALARM” can be generated by either of the following conditions: • One or more controllers are not bound correctly. A “SYS COMM” alarm will accompany the “BIND ALARM”. •...

  • Page 82: Section 4- Web Interface

    Section 4– Web Interface Web Interface (Optional) The Web Interface provides a convenient way to configure the system, perform Lighting Inspections and temporarily control mode remotely. Additionally, useful information such as alarm and event history, cumulative runtime component temperature may be viewed via the web interface.

  • Page 83: Lighting Inspection (Li)

    mode, the user must press “Cont.” Lighting Inspection (LI) (Continue) before the system will restore The following three options are available the alarms and advance to the next test. via the Web interface to perform a The results are displayed once all tests are Lighting Inspection: Auto Fast LI, Manual completed.

  • Page 84: Mode Override

    Mode Override Auxiliary Input The Force Mode Override menu, located If enabled, Auxiliary Input is shown below “Lighting Inspection” allows between “Force Mode Override” and manual selection of the system’s mode. “Beacon 1”. This menu is informational System control will return to automatic only and displays the configuration and after 30 minutes.

  • Page 85: Event Log

    Event Log The headings following the pictorial The Event Log displays all events or provide a brief overview of each top level alarms (up to 500) affecting the operation Configuration menu option. of the SC 370. A few examples of events that may be found in the event log are: ...
  • Page 86 System “X” The System “X” Configuration menu is similar to the “Local Tower Config Menu” with one exception: the Bind and Unbind features are only available on single beacon systems (one SC 370 controller). Only the bind status will be displayed when more than one SC 370 is installed.
  • Page 87 Monitoring SNMP Labels The Monitoring menu allows selection of The SNMP Labels menu provides access the Primary and Alternate data monitoring for the end user to change the name and methods discussed Section severity of the SNMP trap based on their “Monitoring Configuration”.
  • Page 88 Cellular Modem This menu will be displayed only if an AT&T HSPA modem is detected in the system. It allows selection of the installed SIM card type as AT&T Direct or AT&T ROW. This menu option is not displayed for Verizon modems. See Section 3 “Monitoring Configuration”...

  • Page 89: Section 5 - Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    The SC 370 has built in diagnostic Carry out the following inspection and capabilities to assist in troubleshooting the cleaning procedures at least once a year: system. Flash Technology recommends 1. Verify that moisture that a full system diagnostic test is run...

  • Page 90: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting procedures are provided in Component Follow the troubleshooting steps in the Removal and Replacement. tables below as applicable. Repair Table 5-1 – Troubleshooting – Initial Inspection Step Check/Test/Action Action Is the flashhead flashing? Go to Step 1.b Go to Step 2.a Is the failure related to a connected tier of L810 Go to Step 4.a side markers (marker alarm)?

  • Page 91: Table 5-3 - Troubleshooting - Flashhead

    Table 5-3 – Troubleshooting - Flashhead. Step Check/Test/Action Action Is the correct voltage present in the flashhead? Go to Step 3.b Measure at flashhead terminal block DC+ & DC- Inspect flashhead cable and (60 VDC). connections. Note: If a marker tier is connected between the SC 370 and the flashhead, verify that the correct input and output voltage is present on TB1 of the marker interface box before proceeding to the...

  • Page 92: Table 5-5 - Troubleshooting - Marker Interface Box

    Table 5-5 – Troubleshooting – Marker Interface Box Step Check/Test/Action Action Is the correct voltage present at TB1 in the Marker Go to Step 5.b Interface box? Check flashhead cable between Measure at TB1 DC+ & DC- (60 VDC). SC 370 and Marker Interface Box.

  • Page 93: Component Removal And Replacement

    Component Removal and Replacement Note the location and color of all wires 2. Completely remove or relocate these that you disconnect when troubleshooting components. or replacing components. Verify that the 3. Disconnect wiring wiring agrees with the applicable figure in component that you want to replace.
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  • Page 95: Section 6 - Recommended Spare & Replaceable Parts

    Section 6 – Recommended Spare & Replaceable Parts Customer Service Customer Service: 1-800-821-5825 Telephone: (615) 261-2000 Facsimile: (615) 261-2600 Shipping Address: Flash Technology 332 Nichol Mill Lane Franklin, TN 37067 Ordering Parts To order spare or replacement parts, contact customer service at 1-800-821-5825. SC 370 Parts Table 6-1 “SC 370 (AC)”...

  • Page 96: Figure 6-1 - Sc 370 (Ac) Component Locations

    Figure 6-1 – SC 370 (AC) Component Locations Revision 10 – 1/09/2015 FTS 370d/w/r...

  • Page 97: Table 6-1 - Sc 370 (Ac) Replacement Parts

    Table 6-1 – SC 370 (AC) Replacement Parts Reference Description Part Number PCB 1 PCB CONTROLLER SC 370X 2420000 PCB 1 PCB CONTROL SC 370X w/CPU & DISPLAY 2420001 Assembly PCB 2 PCB SURGE SC 370X 2420500 PCB SMART BOARD WITHOUT GPS 2424500 PCB 3 PCB SMART BOARD WITH GPS...

  • Page 98: Figure 6-2 - Sc 370 (Dc) Component Locations

    DC IN AC FAIL LOW BATT NO NC EHTERNET Figure 6-2 – SC 370 (DC) Component Locations Revision 10 – 1/09/2015 FTS 370d/w/r...

  • Page 99: Table 6-2 - Sc 370 (Dc) Replacement Parts

    Table 6-2 – SC 370 (DC) Replacement Parts Reference Description Part Number PCB 1 PCB CONTROLLER SC 370X 2420000 PCB 1 PCB CONTROL SC 370X w/CPU & DISPLAY 2420001 Assembly PCB 2 PCB SURGE SC 370X DC 2420501 PCB SMART BOARD WITHOUT GPS 2424500 PCB 3 PCB SMART BOARD WITH GPS...

  • Page 100: Table 6-3 - Fh 370 Replacement Parts

    Table 6-3 – FH 370 Replacement Parts Reference Description Part Number FH 370d L-864/L-865, L-866/L-885 LED FLASHHEAD 1370150 FH 370w L-865 & L-866 LED FLASHHEAD 1370140 FH 370r L-885 LED FLASHHEAD 1370130 FH 370d IR L-864/L-865, L-866/L-885 LED FLASHHEAD with IR 1370151 FH 370d FH 370d LIGHT ENGINE REPLACEMENT...

  • Page 101: Table 6-5 - System Replacement Parts

    Table 6-5 – System Replacement Parts Reference Description Part Number FTS 370D/W/R INSTALLATION KIT, FTS 370 - SINGLE BCN 1370990 SC 370D/W/R CABLE KIT SC 370X RS-485 COMM UNSHLD, 6 FT 4362039 SC 370D/W/R CABLE SC 370X RS-485 COMM UNSHLD, 6 FT 4362025 SC 370D/W/R CABLE SC 370X RS-485 COMM UNSHLD, 10 FT...

  • Page 102: Appendix A: Vanguard (V3.1) Snmp V2C Inform Traps

    Appendix A: Vanguard (v3.1) SNMP V2c INFORM TRAPs Vanguard supports SNMP V2c INFORM TRAPs to notify SNMP managers of field events. Any INFORM that is not acknowledged within 20 minutes will be resent every 20 minutes until it is acknowledged; up to 24 hours. SNMP TRAPs do not require acknowledgement.

  • Page 103: Table A-1 - Critical Informs

    Table A-1 – Critical INFORMs Default Name Description Severity White Day Alarm (DAY ALARM): whiteDayAlarmNotify Critical The connected flash head is exhibiting a white .1.3.6.1.4.1.9882.1.2.1.1.1 day alarm. White Night Alarm (WNIGHT ALARM): whiteNightAlarmNotify Critical The connected flash head is exhibiting a white .1.3.6.1.4.1.9882.1.2.1.1.2 night alarm.

  • Page 104: Table A-2 - Warning Informs

    Table A-2 – Warning INFORMs Default Name Description Severity Infrared Alarm (IR ALARM): infraredAlarmNotify Warning The connected flash head is exhibiting an IR .1.3.6.1.4.1.9882.1.2.1.1.27 alarm. System GPS Sync Alarm (GPS ALARM): System 1 only. GPS synchronization has not occurred for a period of one hour or more. Possible causes are: •GPS antenna is obstructed or does not have a systemGPSSyncAlarmNotify...

  • Page 105: Table A-3 - Informational Informs

    Table A-3 – Informational INFORMs Default Name Description Severity System Communication Alarm (SYS COMM): General communications failure indication. Any communication failure in the system will generate a SYS COMM failure on System 1. The SYS COMM alarm will be accompanied by a specific communication alarm if the failure is systemCommunicationAlarmNotify Info...

  • Page 106: Appendix B: Vanguard Modbus Specification Map (V8)

    Appendix B: Vanguard Modbus Specification Map (V8). Modbus RTU over RS485 The Vanguard system master controller (VSMC) is configured to be a Modbus slave device. It is statically configured as follows: Station ID Parity None Baud Rate 9600 Stop Bits Data Bits Flow Control None...
  • Page 107 Tower Configuration Registers Register Address Read/Write Register Name Description / Values GPS Delay 0-3000 (milliseconds) Tower Type Red (1), White (2), Dual (3) Beacons 0-6, Reads total Number of non-zero Marker’s Per Tier Marker Tiers below Markers Per Tier 1 Markers Per Tier 2 Markers Per Tier 3 Markers Per Tier 4...
  • Page 108 QLI Test and Results Registers (Continued) Register Address Read/Write Register Name Description / Values 1 – QLI Inactive 2 – QLI Set Day Mode 3 – QLI Beacon Day Pretest 4 – QLI Beacon Day Alarm 5 – QLI Beacon Day Alarm Check 6 –...
  • Page 109 QLI Test and Results Registers (Continued) Register Address Read/Write Register Name Description / Values 81 – SEQQLI Beacon 5 Day Pretest 82 – SEQQLI Beacon 5 Day Alarm 83 – SEQQLI Beacon 5 Day Alarm Check 84 – SEQQLI Beacon 5 Day Restore 85 –...
  • Page 110 QLI Test and Results Registers (Continued) Register Address Read/Write Register Name Description / Values 146 – SEQQLI Beacon 5 Red Night Restore 147 – SEQQLI Beacon 5 Red Night Restore Check 148 – SEQQLI Beacon 6 Red Night Pretest 149 – SEQQLI Beacon 6 Red Night Alarm 150 –...
  • Page 111 QLI Test and Results Registers (Continued) Register Address Read/Write Register Name Description / Values Bit 0 – Beacon 1 not tested (0), was tested in White Day (1) Bit 1 – Beacon 1 passed pretest (0), failed pretest (1) Bit 2 – Beacon 1 passed inhibit (0), failed inhibit (1) Bit 3 –...
  • Page 112 Tower Monitoring Interface Register Address Read/Write Register Name Description / Values 0-254 (Increments indicate a reportable status event such Tower Status State as an alarm occurred) 0-254 (Increments indicate a tower configuration change Tower Configuration State occurred) Bit 0: Indicates system powered up Bit 1: Indicates power to the tower is off (POWER FAIL) Bit 2: Reserved Bit 3: Indicates low tower DC power (LOW DC)
  • Page 113 Vanguard Controller Board Diagnostics Register Address Read/Write Register Name Description / Values Vanguard Controller Select 1-6, indicates/selects which system data is reflected below Register Reboots all controllers for the entire site. Only applicable System wide reboot on controller 1 (as set in register 90). Writing any value will cause the reboot.
  • Page 114 Beacon Settings and Diagnostics Register Address Read/Write Register Name Description / Values 1-6, indicates/selects which system beacon data is Beacon Select Register reflected below Beacon Firmware Revision 162 – 192 ASCII string, null terminated String Beacon Universally Unique 193 – 208 Binary data identifier Identifier An A2D value representing White String 0 Voltage.
  • Page 115 Marker Settings and Diagnostics Register Address Read/Write Register Name Description / Values 1-6, indicates/selects which system Marker Tier data is Marker Tier Select Register reflected below Marker Board Firmware 242 – 272 ASCII string, null terminated Revision String Marker Board Universally 273 –...
  • Page 116 Auxiliary Interface Registers Register Address Read/Write Register Name Description / Values Auxiliary Interface Control Type 0: Disabled, 1: Modbus, 2: DC Input Command Lights On/Off 0: Lights on, 1: Lights off 0: Idle 1: Pending (Command has been sent to Beacon) 2: ON Success (Beacon has confirmed a Lights On command) Lights-On Confirmation...

  • Page 117: Appendix C: Return Material Authorization (Rma) Policy

    REASON (SUBJECT TO THE WARRANTY POLICY), PLEASE FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE BELOW: Note: An RMA number must be requested from Flash Technology prior to shipment of any product. No returned product will be processed without an RMA number. This number will be the only reference necessary for returning and obtaining information on the product’s progress.
  • Page 118 • All returned products should be packaged in a way to prevent damage in transit. Adequate packing should be provided taking into account the method of shipment. Note: Flash Technology will not be responsible for damaged items if product is not returned in appropriate packaging.

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