Horizon Signal SQ3TS User Manual

Portable traffic signal system with multi-signal 2.0

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SIGNAL
TECHNOLOGIES
SQ3TS
®
with Multi-Signal 2.0
USER MANUAL
2018

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  • Page 1 SIGNAL TECHNOLOGIES SQ3TS ® with Multi-Signal 2.0 USER MANUAL 2018...
  • Page 3 Important Information This operating manual contains important safety information! Please read carefully and understand all of the in- formation before operating equipment. Save this manual for future use. The owner and/or user of this equipment must have an understanding of the manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings before using the portable traffic signal system.
  • Page 5 Our signal systems are extremely versatile and are available with a wide variety of modular add-on options. This manual also includes some of the more popular add-on component options available for the Horizon SQ3TS Portable ®...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Basic Programming Special Programming Edit a Program Download, Upload, Delete System Options System Mode Compatibility Operation 3) FIGURES & DIAGRAMS SQ3TS Dimensions SQ3TS Transport Position SQ3TS Circuit Board Diagram Terminal Block Molded Trailer Plug 4) MAINTENANCE Battery Maintenance Limited Warranty...
  • Page 7 SQ3TS DEPLOYMENT...
  • Page 8: Sq3Ts Setup Procedures

    SQ3TS Setup Procedures 1. Power on the controller and hydraulic equipment. 7. Install pin in circular mast arm joint. 2. Lower all jacks and level the trailer. 8. Extend mast arm as needed and flip indicator light. 3. Remove pins from mast arm.
  • Page 9 SQ3TS PROGRAMMING...
  • Page 10: Multi-Signal 2.0 Controller

    System Features ® The Horizon Signal system is capable of three communication types: • Radio - Wireless communication between all controllers in the system. • Cable - Wired communication between all controllers in the system. • Quartz - Synchronized timing of all controllers in the system via quartz clocks. Controllers do not communicate in this mode.
  • Page 11: Pts Programmer

    PTS Programmer The PTS Programmer acts as a mechanism to enter programming data into the signal controllers. It also coordinates and synchronizes the signal controllers within a signal system. The Programmer gets plugged into the face of the Controller via the 7-pin Hirschmann plug. Enter / Advance to next menu / Choose Mode Returnto Home Screen / Go back / Move signal selector Acess the Main Menu...
  • Page 12: Assigning Controller Identities

    Assigning Controller Identities Before a program can be entered, all of the controllers in the system must be communicating. To accomplish this, each controller is given an identity. Additionally, when using wireless communication, each radio must be assigned a “Master” or “Slave”...
  • Page 13: Main Menu

    Basic Programming Programs can be edited or changed at any time while the Horizon Signal system is running. By plugging in the Programmer, the user can create new programs without any effect on the current program. A new program that is created will be loaded during the next Red Clearance time, and will be undetectable by motorists.
  • Page 14 3. Set the green times for Phase 1. The first number on the screen is the base PROGRAM 1 / C1 green. This is the minimum amount of green time a given phase will allow without detection. The second number is the extension time. The extension will Green: 10 s Extension:...
  • Page 15: Special Programming

    Special Programming Special Programs allow for more control than basic programs, allowing the user to adjust all settings and create custom signal groups for more advanced aplications. To create a special program, choose Programming from the Main Menu, and select “SPECIAL.” SPECIAL 1.
  • Page 16 5. Set the number of programs. Up to 20 different programs can be created, each SPECIAL with differnt green times for different times of day / day of week. If you do not wish to change timings based on time or day, keep this value at 1. Amount of programs 6.
  • Page 17: Edit A Program

    9. Enter program parameters. PARAMETER Max Red: If a signal has rested in red for this amount of time, a call will be Max. red: -- s placed to force a cycle on that phase. Min. red: Min Red: Minimum red time between green indications on the same phase. Min.
  • Page 18: Download, Upload, Delete

    Download, Upload, or Delete a Program Download Program Download Program The “Download Program” function on the Main Menu allows you to pull the currently run- ning program and save it into the Programmer’s memory if it had not already been saved during creation.
  • Page 19: System Options

    If the password is forgotten, please contact Horizon Signal at 800-852-8796. NOTE: If any of these settings are changed, they will not take effect until a new program is loaded.
  • Page 20: System Mode

    System Mode The mode function of the micro-terminal is used to change between signal operation modes. This menu can also be accessed by simply pressing “E” from the home screen. Once inside this menu, the user can scroll through the various operational modes by using the Up and Down Arrow buttons and pressing “E”...
  • Page 21: Compatibility Operation

    2. Power MS 2.0 controller back ON. 3. To use MS 2.0 Programmer: Compatibility 4.0.31 Plug in the Programmer. When the Horizon Signal Logo Screen appears, press R and E at the same time. The title heading of the screen will change horizon to say “Compatibility”...
  • Page 23 FIGURES AND DIAGRAMS...
  • Page 24: Sq3Ts Dimensions

    SQ3TS Dimensions...
  • Page 25: Sq3Ts Transport Position

    SQ3TS Transport Position...
  • Page 26: Sq3Ts Circuit Board Diagram

    SQ3TS Circuit Board Diagram...
  • Page 28: Terminal Block

    Terminal Block All connections to the Multi-Signal 2.0 controller are made via the Terminal Block located inside the SQ3TS cabinet. See the diagram below for details.
  • Page 29: Molded Trailer Plug

    Molded Trailer Plug & Vehicle Connector Below is the Wiring Diagram for the 7-Pole Molded Standard Trailer RV Cord used on the SQ3TS trailers. The cords have encapsulated terminals and wires to form a single weather-tight, noncorrosive assembly. This feature keeps the moisture out and allows for a more secure connection.
  • Page 31 MAINTENANCE...
  • Page 32: Battery Maintenance

    It is important to note that in colder climates solar collection alone may not be sufficient to maintain optimum battery voltage. If battery voltage drops, the Horizon Signal system can be charged using an external power source, such as a generator. The battery charger can be connected to an 110v power source by using the power adapter located underneat the front of the trailer.
  • Page 33: Limited Warranty

    HORIZON SIGNAL TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED WARRANTY Horizon Signal Technologies, hereinafter referred to as HST, warrants New or Used HST Equipment and accessories to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of receipt of goods, subject to the conditions and restrictions contained herein.
  • Page 34 horizon SIGNAL TECHNOLOGIES 5 CORPORATE BLVD READING, PA 19608 (800) 852-8796 www.horizonsignal.com...

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