Avlite Systems draws on more than 25 years of experience in the design and manufacture of navigation aids, and particular care has been taken to ensure your product gives years of trouble-free service.
LED Technology All Avlite lights use the latest advancements in LED (Light Emitting Diode) technology as a light source. The major advantage of LED’s over traditional light sources is well established in that they typically have an operational life in excess of 100,000 hours, resulting in substantial savings to maintenance and servicing costs.
3.0 AV-OL-CTRL-T2 The AV-OL-CTRL-T2 Obstruction Lighting Controller is an application specific control and monitoring system to provide a full turnkey solution for A1/I2 structures ranging between 45-106 meters (150 and 350 feet). These include telecommunication towers and utility towers, wind turbines, cranes, buildings and other tall structures.
The system can also be configured to send out SMS text messages or e-mail alerts to designated operators should alarm conditions be triggered, such as low voltage or light failure. Please contact Avlite for operational information for the Monitoring & Control options. Visit https://www.star2m.com to find out more about Star2M •...
400/15.8 Length (mm/inches) 200/7.9 Mass (kg/lbs) 28.5/63 Service Life 12 years + Intellectual Property Trademarks AVLITE® is a registered trademark of Avlite Systems Compliance EN61000-6-3:2007, EN61000-6-1:2007 FCC 47 CFR Part 15, subpart B Quality Assurance ISO9001:2015 Protection Rating IP65/NEMA4X Other...
• Dispose of the product according to the local laws and regulations for your region, for example, at a recycling centre that accepts electronic devices. Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com...
6.0 Operation and Setup Avlite’s AV-OL-CTRL-T2 Obstruction Control Unit can connect to four components: A single red Medium Intensity obstruction beacon (MI), and three red, single fixture obstruction lights (LI). An External Photocell allows the lights to automatically switch between day and night mode.
6.1.2 Interface Wiring Top Junction Middle Junction Box Power & Data cable: Power & Data cable: 5 x 4mm 5 x 4mm External Power & Data cable: 3 x 2.5mm T2 Controller Photocell Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com...
7.0 Unpacking, Installation, Wiring and Setup 7.1 Unpacking Unpack all hardware and inspect for damage. If there is any damage, please contact your Avlite Office. Retain original packing material for possible future use in shipping. 7.2 Installation WARNING: Confirm that the power switch is toggled to the OFF position when power is connected.
Note: The sequence of steps can be adjusted for site requirements. Wire and test the system on ground level. Conduct a basic functional check to ensure that the lights turn on as expected. See section 7.3 Testing Procedure for more information. Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com...
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Mount the Control Unit The Control Unit should be mounted in a reasonable location at eye level to ensure that it is easily accessible for servicing and maintenance. There should be plenty of clearance around all sides to allow direct access when the door of the control unit is completely open. Attach the required mounting hardware to the top and bottom of the Control Unit.
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AV-OL-CTRL-T2 - Obstruction Light Controller Installation & Service Manual Mount External Photocell Insert the Photocell into the mount (Avlite supplied) by inserting the contact blades into the receptacle. Secure the Photocell assembly to the tower or installation structure using the required mounting fixtures.
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Wire the Photocell to the Control unit and cut cable to the required length. Note: The AC version of the Control Unit with remote monitoring is shown throughout this installation procedure. Details regarding the DC installation are shown on page 19. Wiring instructions-Power and Data Cable: •...
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2 and AC Neutral) on the power switch on terminal block 1 in the Control Unit. The grounding conductor will be connected to the ‘Ground’ labelled terminal block (green/ yellow) adjacent to the power switch. Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com...
Connect the negative conductor to the common terminal block adjacent to the circuit breaker on terminal block 1. 7.3 Testing Procedure Note: Avlite recommends that all testing be done during the day. Power the system on. Check that no circuit breakers have tripped.
Ensure Photocell is free from debris (i.e. snow, leaves, etc.) for reliable and continuous operation. 9.0 Replacement Parts If replacement parts are required, please call a local Avlite distributor and reference the Product or Configuration Code called out in the “Product Configuration and Options” section of the corresponding product data sheet.
10.0 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution MI beacon is out (No No power to light • Check for voltage in Control Alarm) Box. • Check controller to Beacon cable connections at both ends. Junction box wiring • Check junction box wiring. MI beacon is flashing Photocell input is •...
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PLC. • Photocell failure • Cover photocell. Check if output • PLC failure voltage of PLC changes. If no change, replace Photocell. • If Photocell operational, replace PLC. Latest products and information available at www.avlite.com...
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