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TRAFFIC BEACON USER MANUAL
For the SC315-G, R820-G, R829-G, and R247-G flashing beacons
87667_MANUAL_TRA_G-Series_RevA
Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 |
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  • Page 1 G Series TRAFFIC BEACON USER MANUAL For the SC315-G, R820-G, R829-G, and R247-G flashing beacons 87667_MANUAL_TRA_G-Series_RevA Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com | carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Turning the System On ..........................45 5.0 Installation of Optional Accessories ......................46 Calendar Upload / Override Switch Kit Installation .................. 46 RTC Time Switch Installation........................47 Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...
  • Page 3 9.0 Troubleshooting .............................. 78 BIST Error Codes ............................ 79 10.0 Customer Service and Warranty ........................81 10.1 Additional Products ..........................81 10.2 Glossary ..............................82 Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 4: Warnings And Precautions

    NOTE suggests optimal conditions and provides additional information. Warranty Disclaimer This manual will familiarize you with the features, operation standards, and installation of Carmanah's G Series flashing beacons. Failure to comply with the use, storage, maintenance, installation or placement instructions detailed in this manual could void the warranty.
  • Page 5 All Carmanah traffic products use a constant-current LED output circuit. Not all traffic beacons are compatible with this output. Please contact Carmanah for additional information and guidance when adding or replacing beacons or other hardware. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 6: System Components

    (35Ah, 55Ah, and 100Ah) Banding and U-Bolt Mounting Options RRFB Light Bars, Circular Beacons, LED Signs Activation Equipment (push buttons, time switches, sensors, etc.) Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    The G Series models are available in solar and AC versions, and all share a common cabinet. Solar models are available with panel wattages of 20, 50, or 80W, and 12V batteries of 35, 55, or 100Ah capacity. The G Series can also accommodate third-party devices.
  • Page 8 G SERIES USER MANUAL 2.0 INTRODUCTION Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 9: Ambient Brightness Sensor

    Each EMS in a G Series is equipped with an ambient brightness sensor on its circuit board. Through a combination of a light pipe attached to the circuit board and a window on the top of the cabinet, the G Series can detect ambient light levels outside the cabinet.

  • Page 10: Label Explanation

    G SERIES USER MANUAL 2.0 INTRODUCTION Label Explanation The G Series identification labels appear in two formats—one for solar-powered and one for AC-powered. The information appearing on the labels is described below: LED Driver Current Setting (mA) Flash Pattern G Series Model...

  • Page 11: Sc315-G: Pedestrian Crosswalk With Rrfb Light Bars

    As an alternative to light bars, SC315-G systems can be configured with LED Enhanced Signs. Details on LED Enhanced Signs can be found in Section 2.9 Section 4.3. Typical SC315-G Configurations Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...
  • Page 12 G SERIES USER MANUAL 2.0 INTRODUCTION Typical SC315-G Configurations, cont’d Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 13: R820-G: Pedestrian Crosswalk With Circular Beacons

    As an alternative to circular beacons, R820-G systems can be configured with LED Enhanced Signs. Details on LED Enhanced Signs can be found in Section 2.9 Section 4.3. Typical R820-G Configuration Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 14: R829-G: School Zone Flashing Beacon

    2) A non-wireless R829-G can also be turned on and off through a hard-wired switch. This switching function can be provided by an override box, a third-part time switch, or both. 3) A wireless R829-G can operate as the master controller in a group of wireless Carmanah E, F, or G Series traffic products.

  • Page 15: R247-G: 24-Hour Flashing Beacon

    Minimum Windows 7 operating system is required (32-bit or 64-bit). The software can be obtained by contacting Carmanah Traffic Sales. The software is also included on a USB memory stick in the calendar software programming kit, which also includes a 32-foot active USB extension harness which can be used to program a system’s calendar from a vehicle.

  • Page 16: Rrfb Light Bars: Overview

    2.0 INTRODUCTION RRFB Light Bars: Overview Standard G Series products support up to four RRFB light bar fixtures, or up to eight for dual EMS systems. The FHWA Interim Approval 21 March 20 , 2018 defines the flash pattern of the RRFB and specifies the J595 standard for photometrics.

  • Page 17: Circular Beacons: Overview

    2.0 INTRODUCTION 2.10 Circular Beacons: Overview Standard G Series products support up to eight circular beacons, or up to 16 for dual EMS systems. The beacons are industry-standard equipment and comply with MUTCD and ITE flash patterns, color, beam shape, and intensity.

  • Page 18: Led Enhanced Signs: Overview

    • The G Series only provides power to 3PD (e.g. radio/communications) The G Series is available with several optional 3PD kits which allow the installation of the 3PD within the G Series cabinet: The G Series RTC/IDC time switch kit option allows the installation of an RTC or IDC time switch and •...
  • Page 19 G Series and the AI time switch and modem. (AI time switch/modem not included). For installation information see Section 5.4 Section 5.5. The G Series Relay kit for digital output, AC option comes with a 10A AC relay prewired to the G Series • EMS. For installation information see Section 5.6.

  • Page 20: Solar Panel And Cabinet Installation

    Contact Carmanah for a detailed examination and solar simulations for your site. Tools and Materials Required The following tools and materials may be required to mount your Carmanah flashing beacon depending on the model and configuration: 1. Imperial socket set 8.
  • Page 21 3. Attach solar panel (50W, 80W, or 170W) to the 45-degree mount. Use bolts, washers, and locknuts that were supplied. Tighten nuts and bolts loosely—do not fully tighten at this stage. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...
  • Page 22 PLASTIC CAP INSTALLATION (FOR LOCATIONS OTHER THAN MIAMI DADE COUNTY): 5. Fish solar panel harness through pole and plastic cap as shown, with black connectors at top. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...
  • Page 23 8. Mate black MC4 connectors from solar panel to those from solar harness. A click noise indicates they are fully mated. Tuck excess harness length down into pole or coil up excess harness and cable tie securely, if desired. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...
  • Page 24 9. Ensure solar panel is facing equator (pointing south if you are in the Northern Hemisphere). 10. Install and tighten 5/8” bolts, washers, and nuts to secure top of pole bracket to pole as shown. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...
  • Page 25 G SERIES USER MANUAL 3.0 SOLAR PANEL AND CABINET INSTALLATION 11. Tighten four nuts and bolts securing solar panel to bracket. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...
  • Page 26 1. Assemble side of pole mount using instructions provided. Install at 45° tilt angle unless advised otherwise by Carmanah. Orient mount so panel will face the equator (pointing south if in the Northern Hemisphere). Follow assembly and torque specifications provided with side of pole mount.

  • Page 27: Cabinet Installation

    U-bolts, washers, and nuts and torque to 30 ft-lb. For banding, install banding through openings in brackets. 3. If desired, before tightening banding, brackets and banding can be adjusted inboard again. Tighten banding as per banding manufacturer’s instructions. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 28: Overview Of Cabinet Terminals

    Attachment points may include adhesive cable tie bases, cabinet wall openings, and “dog bones.” LED Terminal Block The LED terminal block is a 16-position connector for attaching the G Series light bars, circular beacons, and LED signs. The 16 connections are arranged in four “LED Groups” of four connections per group.
  • Page 29 The top six positions on the Input/Output terminal block are always prewired to the EMS by Carmanah. Position six and seven (DC−) are connected in parallel via a jumper. Position 8 is prewired only when the optional DC Relay Kit is ordered.
  • Page 30 11.7V (the LVD threshold). It is recommended that you contact Carmanah for assistance with custom I/O applications. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...
  • Page 31 The DC Input Power terminal block is where input power arrives within the G Series cabinet, passes through fusing, and then continues on to the EMS through 15A fuses. The G Series operates on nominal 12-volts DC power, which is provided either by a battery and solar panel in solar-powered systems, or an AC/DC power supply in AC-powered systems.

  • Page 32: Installation Of Cabinet Terminals

    As a result, all beacons wired to B1+/− terminals will flash together; beacons wired to B2+/− will flash together etc. etc. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...
  • Page 33 (+) battery terminal. Install ring terminal on black battery wire to negative (−) battery terminal. Do not reinstall battery and solar fuses until all system wiring is completed. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...
  • Page 34 The DIN rail terminal blocks accept 10 – 26AWG copper wire. 7. Proceed with installation of other system elements described in Section 4 Section Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 35: Fixture And Push Button Installation

    2. Mount the light bar universal bracket(s), feeding the light bar cable through the center of the bracket. Bolts and banding not supplied. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...
  • Page 36 3. Mount the light bar(s) onto the universal bracket(s), feeding the light bar cable through the housing. 4. Bolt the light bar to the universal bracket as shown below. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...
  • Page 37 5. Align the light bar toward the traffic as required. The angle can be adjusted +/- 3 degrees. Tighten mounting nuts to lock in place. 6. Secure the light bar cable using supplied cable ties as shown. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...
  • Page 38 Two additional #8 screws are provided to prevent vandals from twisting the light bar grossly out of alignment. These anti-vandal screws are installed through slots in the inner bracket into tapped holes in the outer bracket as shown below. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...
  • Page 39 Locations of Anti-Vandal Screws 9. If the pedestrian confirmation light is not required in one direction, use the supplied opaque label to cover the indicator light. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 40: Circular Beacon Installation

    Complete the flashing beacon assembly and attach the bottom arm mount to the pole using stainless steel banding or bolts (not supplied). Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...

  • Page 41: Led Enhanced Sign Installation

    6. Positive: Red from solar engine to Yellow in LED Enhanced Sign 7. Negative: Black from solar engine to White in LED Enhanced Sign 8. Close the connection box. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 42: Push Button Installation

    2. Feed push button cable through pole, creating a drip loop. 3. Mount the push button to the post, connecting the wires to the push button. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...
  • Page 43 4. Attach the button mounting adapter to the pole, connect the button cable to the button, and attach the button to the mounting adapter. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...
  • Page 44 G SERIES USER MANUAL 4.0 FIXTURE AND PUSH BUTTON INSTALLATION Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 45: Turning The System On

    4. Close the cabinet to complete installation. Ensure the solar panel is facing the equator (pointing south if you are in the Northern Hemisphere). Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...

  • Page 46: Installation Of Optional Accessories

    Calendar Upload / Override Switch Kit When used with the G Series, the Override Switch Kit comes with a harness that connects to the INPUT+ and INPUT− terminals of the EMS and the switch terminals at the override box end.

  • Page 47: Rtc Time Switch Installation

    Remove lid from time switch. Install onto standoffs with three screws as shown. Replace switch cover. Mate harness from EMS. 2. Follow manufacturer’s instructions for configuration of switch. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 48: Information Display Company Time Switch Installation

    2. Thread three standoffs into bottom of IDC switch. Fasten IDC switch with standoffs to plate with screws as shown. Fasten plate/switch assembly into cabinet using 4 screws. Mate harness from EMS. 3. Follow manufacturer’s instructions for configuration of switch. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 49: Applied Information Or Fcu Modem Kit Installation

    Florida) have been customized specifically for compatibility with Carmanah’s G Series. G Series systems ordered with the Applied Information time switch option will have a compatible harness prewired to the terminal blocks. The Applied Information time switch can measure the solar panel voltage and battery voltage and remotely report the values to a network operations center.
  • Page 50 3. Fasten AI unit into cabinet using four screws removed in step 1. Mate rectangular connector from EMS and coax connectors from antenna (if used). 4. Follow manufacturer’s instructions for unit configuration. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 51: 3Pd Time Switch Supplementary Information

    5.0 INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 3PD Time Switch Supplementary Information The G Series 3PD adapter mounting plate included with the various 3PD kit options has holes to accommodate a variety of third-party devices. These are summarized in the table and diagram below.
  • Page 52 Pin assignment in circular connector provided with RTC/IDC time switch kit: Pin assignment in rectangular connector provided with AI time switch and modem kit: Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...

  • Page 53: Ac Relay Kit Installation

    The G Series AC Relay Kit option includes a pre-installed AC/DC relay. The relay input is prewired to the OUT2 output of the EMS. The relay AC load side is wired to the Switched AC Output terminals through a 4A breaker.

  • Page 54: Dc Relay Kit Installation

    The G Series DC Relay Kit option includes a pre-installed DC relay. The relay input is prewired to the OUT2 output of the EMS. The relay DC load side is wired to the bottom two Input/Output terminals (DC− and SWDC+) on the EMS.

  • Page 55: Polara Xav Controller Kit Installation

    2. Secure harness to cable tie mount. Wire Colour Function Blue/Black AUD 2 Red/Black AUD 1 Blue Brown Mute Yellow Orange Button Black DC− Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 56: Campbell Guardian Audible Push Button Kit Installation

    The Campbell Guardian audible push button kit includes a push button harness (16ft, 36ft, or 75ft) prewired to the G Series EMS (as shown below), along with the Guardian audible push button, and an associated sign. Please consult Campbell’s installation documentation for more information.

  • Page 57: Ms Sedco Smartwalk™ Pedestrian Sensor Installation

    5.0 INSTALLATION OF OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 5.10 MS Sedco SmartWalk™ Pedestrian Sensor Installation MS Sedco SmartWalk™ pedestrian sensors can be connected to G Series systems to operate the system when a pedestrian is detected. For solar G Series systems, a “-S” model SmartWalk™ sensor must be used. SmartWalk™ “-S”...

  • Page 58: Dual Ems

    EMS can be completed after delivery as required. Ensure both EMS units in a dual-EMS G Series have radio communications enabled and are on the same channel. This will ensure the second EMS responds to activation signals that are applied to the first EMS.

  • Page 59: Energy Management System Programming And Testing

    6.0 ENERGY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM PROGRAMMING 6.0 Energy Management System Programming and Testing The G Series Energy Management System (EMS) has several programming functions and settings. These are accessed through the On-Board User Interface (OBUI). Specific products will use a subset of the complete OBUI settings, which will be covered in this manual’s sections specific to each product.
  • Page 60 LED harness is combined with a high intensity setting • Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...
  • Page 61 The second value that is displayed is the output voltage of the solar panel and is useful for troubleshooting. Solar panel voltage in sunlight will typically be between 15 and 20 volts. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...
  • Page 62 When programming intensity for RRFBs or ITE-compliant circular beacons, minimum current settings must be applied (see the Intensity section). Contact Carmanah for guidance. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...
  • Page 63 3600 seconds (one hour) • The Carmanah default duration is 20 seconds. Longer duration flash periods are useful for applications such as warning traffic of heavy equipment on logging and mining haul roads. Extending the Flash Duration setting significantly can affect the solar energy balance of the system.
  • Page 64 Should the installation location or situation change, you can adjust this setting. Please contact Carmanah Customer Service prior to making any adjustments. Intensity adjustments are 20mA per step. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...
  • Page 65 J595, ensure that a worst-case night dimming does not dim the fixtures below the required current needed to achieve compliance. Carmanah Night Dimming default is 30% for all fixtures except red beacons which are not dimmed at night per FHWA.
  • Page 66 Carmanah Ambient Auto Adjust default is on. Automatic Light Control (ALC) Automatic Light Control (ALC) is a Carmanah-patented energy management system. ALC allows the EMS to reduce the fixture brightness in response to low battery states of charge. ALC activates if battery charge gets as below 70%, which doesn’t occur in normal circumstances when the system is properly sized for its location.
  • Page 67 G SERIES USER MANUAL 6.0 ENERGY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM PROGRAMMING Although the G Series light bars contain yellow LEDs, LED Temperature should be set to OFF for systems using light bars. The LED Temperature setting is correctly pre-configured in the factory.
  • Page 68 Low Voltage Disconnect activates. A system without a radio will still show the Radio Enable entry, but it will not have any effect on behavior. Carmanah Radio Enable default is on for systems containing the radio module, and off for systems without it. Radio Channel For radio-equipped systems, the Radio Channel setting is used to configure the channel that is used for communication with other systems in the same group.
  • Page 69 Input/Output Terminal Block Section. Contact Carmanah Sales for support on how to use the Digital Output feature. The Digital Output feature is prewired during the factory assembly and is not intended to be wired by end users after purchase. Carmanah Digital Output default is ALL.
  • Page 70 “Test” is a good way to determine whether or not a problem is caused by the fixtures. Installers can do this from the EMS without having to climb down to the push button or override box to test. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...
  • Page 71 Firmware Version The Firmware Version menu item provides the current version of firmware in the EMS. Firmware cannot be updated in the field. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 72: Sc315-G Programming

     Set temp (LED temperature) to either red or yel to match the circular beacon color  Set cal (Internal Calendar) to off  Set RF (Radio Enable) to OFF Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 73: Commissioning Checklist

     Remote systems are turning on and off correctly via wireless control.  Verify the indicator LEDs on the ends of light bars can be seen by pedestrians across the street. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...

  • Page 74: Maintenance And Product Care

    8.0 MAINTENANCE AND PRODUCT CARE 8.0 Maintenance and Product Care The G Series solar engines are designed to operate reliably for years with virtually no need for maintenance. Carmanah recommends routine inspections of the solar panels to ensure that they are unobstructed by anything...

  • Page 75: Battery Replacement

    The battery status should read 9OOd (good) if the new batteries are 12.6V or higher, or char (charge) if they are between 11.7 and 12.6 volts. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...

  • Page 76: Ems Replacement

    You may review the settings if necessary. See the information decal on the back of the solar panel and the user manual for additional information. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...

  • Page 77: Ems Recycling

    EMS in an appropriate way that will ensure most of the materials are reused or recycled appropriately. Contact local recyclers for more information. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...

  • Page 78: Troubleshooting

    Check that does not flash. the electrical connections are secure. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

  • Page 79: Bist Error Codes

    For example, if there were a charger problem (4000) and a problem with the fixture LED (8000), the hexadecimal sum would be C000. 4 + 8 =12, which is “C” in hexadecimal. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com...
  • Page 80 The BIST codes can be used to assist Carmanah technical support in solving product configuration or performance issues. Please contact Carmanah technical support if the issue you encounter is not easily solved be reviewing the information provided in this document.

  • Page 81: Customer Service And Warranty

    Carmanah offers a variety of solar-powered and energy-efficient LED beacons and signs for the transportation industry. In addition to the G Series, the compact, self-contained E and F Series products are fully compatible with the G Series. Carmanah also provides cabinet-based AC-powered systems for applications that may require third- party devices, longer autonomy, more activations per day, or have poor solar availability.

  • Page 82: Glossary

    UI/OBUI: User Interface/On-Board User Interface. The 4-digit display and 3-button interface on the EMS that allows users to interact with the system programming. Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 | customerservice@carmanah.com carmanahtraffic.com...

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