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- Page 1 ® RAFFIC OGIX ® E 12FM I VOLUTION NSTALLATION ANUAL Radar Sign Installation Copyright © 2019 Traffic Logix Corporation All rights reserved.
- Page 2 Trademarks Traffic Logix® and SafePace® are registered trademarks of Logix ITS Inc. All other product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. This document may contain confidential and proprietary information of Traffic Logix Corporation and/or other third parties which is protected by copyright, trade secret and trademark law and may not be provided or otherwise made available without prior written authorization.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Documentation Conventions Using Additional Customer Resources Online Customer Area Contacting Technical Support Chapter 2 Installing the SafePace EV12FM Selecting a Site for the Sign Choosing a Position for the Sign Mounting the Sign Using the Standard Pole Banding Mounting Using the Universal Mounting Bracket System (Optional) - Page 4 Resetting the Sign Replacing Key Components Warranty SafePace® Evolution 12FM Installation Manual p. 4...
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Page 5: Introduction
Chapter 1 NTRODUCTION SafePace® Evolution 12FM Installation Manual p. 5... -
Page 6: Description
Portable Speed Control Option The SafePace EV12FM radar sign can also be mounted to the SafePace Cruiser LT. A speed limit sign with changeable numbers ensures that your SafePace Cruiser LT is ready to slow motorists, no matter what the speed limit. - Page 7 Sign Portability and Add-Ons Figure 2: Complete School Zone System For more information on the above options, please contact your Sales representative or call Technical Support. SafePace® Evolution 12FM Installation Manual p. 7...
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Page 8: About This Manual
About this Manual About this Manual This manual describes the installation of the SafePace EV12FM sign, along with an optional solar panel, to the side of a pole. This manual also describes the wiring specifications for solar and battery powered configurations. -
Page 9: Using Additional Customer Resources
Provides convenient access to the latest versions of our software applications and utilities. Support Videos Provides access to several videos that can help you get up to speed with your Traffic Logix product. Product Documentation Provides access to the most recent versions of our product documentation. If you are unable to access our online documentation, please contact our Technical Support Department to discuss alternatives. -
Page 10: Installing The Safepace Ev12Fm
Chapter 2 EV12FM NSTALLING THE There are several methods and hardware options available for the installation of the SafePace EV12FM sign. SafePace® Evolution 12FM Installation Manual p. 10... -
Page 11: Selecting A Site For The Sign
Selecting a Site for the Sign Selecting a Site for the Sign The site you select for the sign may vary with the application in which the SafePace EV12FM radar sign is being used. However, you should generally adhere to the following guidelines: Choose a location where the line of sight from the radar sign to the vehicle will be uninterrupted. -
Page 12: Choosing A Position For The Sign
Choosing a Position for the Sign Similar to other road signs, the SafePace EV12FM radar sign should be installed near the closest lane of traffic, although off the actual road. The recommended height of the lower edge of the radar speed sign is approximately 7 feet above the surface of the road. -
Page 13: Mounting The Sign
Mounting the Sign Mounting the Sign The SafePace EV12FM sign and optional solar panel should optimally be mounted on a 12-foot to 14-foot pole. You can install the sign using either of the following methods and hardware options: Standard Pole Banding Mounting »... -
Page 14: Using The Universal Mounting Bracket System (Optional)
Using the Universal Mounting Bracket System (Optional) An optional Universal Mounting Bracket System is available with your SafePace EV12FM sign. This mounting bracket allows you to quickly and easily mount the sign to virtually any type of pole or surface in a secure manner. - Page 15 Using the Universal Mounting Bracket System (Optional) Figure 9: Backside of sign bracket attached. Installing the Pole Bracket The Pole Bracket can be secured to any type of standard pole or Telespar type pole by a choice of banding straps, lag screws, or bolts and nuts. We recommend that you install the bracket on a 2-inch Telespar pole.
- Page 16 Using the Universal Mounting Bracket System (Optional) It is very important that the head of the bolt be placed on the Telespar pole (see Figure 12: below) and that the nuts be placed on the inside part of the bracket (see Figure 13: below). Figure 12: Pole bracket with bolts on the Telespar pole Figure 13: Pole bracket with nuts placed on the inside of the sign bracket To install the Pole Bracket using the supplied banding straps:...
- Page 17 Position the pole bracket and secure it to the surface with the screws. Mounting and Dismounting the Sign After you install the mounting brackets, you can easily mount the SafePace EV12FM sign by sliding it down onto the Pole Bracket. When the sign is mounted, you should lock it into place.
- Page 18 Using the Universal Mounting Bracket System (Optional) Slide the sign down the bracket. Use the supplied key to lock the sign in place. To dismount the sign: Unlock the sign. Slide the sign up and off of the Pole Bracket. SafePace®...
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Page 19: Power Options For Your Sign
OWER PTIONS FOR YOUR The SafePace EV12FM sign is offered in several powering models. Depending on what model you have purchased, powering the sign will vary. The available power options are as follows: Solar powered (uses one or more rechargeable batteries for backup) »... -
Page 20: Ac Power
AC Power AC Power The SafePace EV12FM sign is equipped to accept 100-240 volts of AC power. For these signs (standard model), the regulated power supply comes already pre-wired, and your sign is ready to operate once it is mounted and wired to the incoming power supply. The Line (BLACK) and Neutral (WHITE) wires of the incoming power supply should be connected to the marked terminals. -
Page 21: Solar Power
Solar Power Solar Power The Solar powered model of the SafePace EV12FM sign includes a solar panel and mounting bracket, one or more rechargeable batteries, and a solar charger. The solar panel powers the sign when exposed to sunlight while at the same time charging the batteries to provide a power backup for night-time and cloudy day use. -
Page 22: Wiring The Solar Panel To The Sign
Wiring the Solar Panel to the Sign The solar panel should be angled 15 degrees above the latitude of the installation site. For example, if the latitude of the installation site is 45 degrees then the solar panel should be installed at an angle of 60 degrees, as shown. - Page 23 Wiring the Solar Panel to the Sign To wire the solar panel to the sign: Open the sign and make sure that any battery connectors are properly connected and the sign is powered on. Close the sign. It is vitally important, whenever you close the sign, that you close and lock all of the latches ARNING properly to avoid water infiltration as this could damage the sign and void your warranty.
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Page 24: Battery Power
Installing Lithium Batteries in SafePace Evolution signs Your SafePace EV12FM sign holds up to two rechargeable lithium batteries. Each battery should be placed with care into the battery holder inside the sign and secured in place with the included velcro straps. -
Page 25: Installing Lead Acid Batteries In Safepace Evolution Signs
Installing Lead Acid Batteries in SafePace Evolution Signs potential hazard. The Lithium batteries supplied with the SafePace EV12FM sign are stable and safe when handled and used properly. Do not bend the batteries or attempt to puncture them with sharp objects as this could cause a fire and/or explosion. - Page 26 Installing Lead Acid Batteries in SafePace Evolution Signs • Remove the batteries whenever you need to transport the sign, in order to prevent internal damage to the sign. To install the battery in the battery bracket: Make sure that the battery has been removed from its packaging, then open the sign enclosure. Use a screwdriver to remove the screws holding the upper bracket in place.
- Page 27 Installing Lead Acid Batteries in SafePace Evolution Signs Slide the white connector onto the BLACK (-) negative terminal. • The signs have been wired so that each connector should only be able to reach the nearest terminal. As as long as the batteries are properly positioned, there should be no issues with making the proper connections.
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Page 28: Sign Operation And Maintenance
Chapter 4 PERATION AND AINTENANCE SafePace® Evolution 12FM Installation Manual p. 28... -
Page 29: Opening And Closing The Sign Latches
Opening and Closing the Sign Latches Opening and Closing the Sign Latches Your SafePace Evolution sign comes with several over-center draw type latches. These latches help to protect the internal components of the sign from vandalism as well as water infiltration. As shown in the following illustration the important components of these latches are the lever, the hook and the slot. - Page 30 Opening and Closing the Sign Latches Lower the lever until flat against the surface of the enclosure as shown in the following image. If applicable, use the supplied key to lock the latch. SafePace® Evolution 12FM Installation Manual p. 30...
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Page 31: Operating Your Sign
Resetting the Sign There is no ON/OFF switch supplied with the SafePace EV12FM sign. The sign immediately powers on once the power source is connected. There is also no reset button on the controller card included with this sign. - Page 32 Replacing Key Components Replacing Key Components The SafePace EV12FM sign is comprised of the following key electronic components (and respective quantities): Controller Card (1) » Radar Head (1) » BlueFin Bluetooth Controller (1) » SIMFin GSM/GPRS Controller (1) - for SafePace® Cloud signs »...
- Page 33 Terms of Use and any Applicable Safety Laws. Buyer agrees that there shall be no coverage or benefits of any kind under this limited warranty if it is determined by Traffic Logix that the Product was not installed or used in accordance with the Conditional Terms of Use or Applicable Safety Laws, or if the Product has been SafePace®...
- Page 34 Warranty altered in any way by anyone other than Traffic Logix, or if the Product has been subject to any misuse or accident. In addition, Buyer assumes and agrees to indemnify Traffic Logix for all risk, liability or expense that results from any installation or use of the Product that is not in accordance with the Conditional Terms of Use or any Applicable Safety Laws.
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