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- Page 1 ® RAFFIC OGIX ® E 12 I VOLUTION NSTALLATION UIDE Radar Sign Installation Copyright © 2018 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
ABLE OF ONTENTS Chapter 1 Introduction Description Sign Portability and Add-Ons About this Manual Documentation Conventions Using Additional Customer Resources Online Customer Area Contacting Technical Support Chapter 2 Installing the SafePace EV12 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® Evolution12 Installation Guide p. 4...
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Page 5: Introduction
Chapter 1 NTRODUCTION SafePace® Evolution12 Installation Guide p. 5... -
Page 6: Description
Description Description The SafePace EV12 sign is a compact, lightweight, entry-level radar speed sign intended for private communities or local roads. It has a bright three-digit speed display. It also offers speed activated digit color changes to alert speeders. Sign Portability and Add-Ons The SafePace EV12 radar sign is a fairly lightweight sign. - 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® Evolution12 Installation Guide 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 EV12 sign, along with an optional solar panel, to the side of a pole. This manual also describes the wiring specifications for AC powered, and combined solar/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 Ev12
Chapter 2 EV12 NSTALLING THE There are several methods and hardware options available for the installation of the SafePace EV12 sign. It can be mounted with either a pole bracket or a universal sign bracket. SafePace® Evolution12 Installation Guide 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 EV12 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 Choosing a Position for the Sign Similar to other road signs, the SafePace EV12 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 EV12 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) Tighten the strap with a nut driver until secure. See Figure 7: below. Figure 7: Sign Secured to a Pole with Banding Strap Using the Universal Mounting Bracket System (Optional) An optional Universal Mounting Bracket System is available with your SafePace EV12 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 Using the Universal Mounting Bracket System (Optional) To install the Pole Bracket on a flat surface: Use the appropriate screws for the surface in question (for example: wood vs. concrete) and the necessary anchors if required. Drill 4 holes on the surface in question, to match the surface mount holes on the pole bracket. If necessary insert the anchors in the holes.
- Page 18 Using the Universal Mounting Bracket System (Optional) 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® Evolution12 Installation Guide p. 18...
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Page 19: Power Options For Your Sign
Chapter 3 OWER PTIONS FOR YOUR The SafePace EV12 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: AC powered » Solar powered (uses one or more rechargeable batteries for backup) »... -
Page 20: Ac Power
AC Power AC Power The SafePace EV12 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 EV12 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. The solar panel is quick to install and should suffice in most installations. -
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 Before ever doing any maintenance on a sign, it is critical that the power is first turned off. ARNING This will prevent accidental electrical shock that could be fatal and that could also damage electrical components.
- Page 24 Wiring the Solar Panel to 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. SafePace®...
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Page 25: Battery Power
Battery Power Battery Power Battery powered signs come with one or more rechargeable batteries. Depending on your preferences these batteries will be either lithium or lead acid. Though they are shipped with the sign, typically, the batteries are not installed in the sign. When you receive the sign, you need to remove the batteries from their packaging and install them in the sign. -
Page 26: 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 EV12 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 27 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 28 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 29: Sign Operation And Maintenance
Chapter 4 PERATION AND AINTENANCE SafePace® Evolution12 Installation Guide p. 29... -
Page 30: 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 31 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® Evolution12 Installation Guide p. 31...
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Page 32: Operating Your Sign
Operating Your Sign Operating Your Sign After your sign is mounted and powered, you can connect to, and manage, it via Bluetooth with our easy to use SafePace® Pro application. You can also manage your sign remotely using SafePace® Cloud, if you purchased that option. - Page 33 Resetting the Sign Wait a couple of seconds then reconnect the plug. The sign will immediately power on. 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. SafePace®...
- Page 34 Replacing Key Components Replacing Key Components The SafePace EV12 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 35 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 36 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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