Summary of Contents for Contemporary Research LA-B18
- Page 1 LA-B18 Light Alert Product Manual 972.931.2728 | 888.972.2728 | www.contemporaryresearch.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Overview ..................................3 Connecting the LA-B18 ................................ 4 Setup ....................................4 Rear Circuit Board Connections .............................. 5 Setup Notes ..................................6 P1 Logic Input Port ................................7 Web Pages ..................................8 RS-232/Telnet/UDP Control Protocol ............................. 10 Control Commands ................................11 LA Toolbox Software ................................. -
Page 3: Overview
Overview The LA-B18 is a low voltage remote controllable optical signaling device. The 18 x 5/8 inch RGB LED optical element with programable color and intensity. The color and intensity settings may be stored as a preset. The presets can be recalled by Telnet or RS-232 serial command or by contact closure. -
Page 4: Connecting The La-B18
Setup IP Address The IP mode of the LA-B18 is set to DHCP by default. The current IP address may be found using the LA Toolbox software for Windows or any readily available IP scanner software. The IP mode and IP settings may be changed and edited by the following. -
Page 5: Rear Circuit Board Connections
P1 Logic Input control port 5-pin captive screw terminal, for preset recall using contact closure. Labeled P1 on the circuit board. 1 – Ground 2 – Input 1 3 – Input 2 4 – Input 3 5 – 12 VDC output Page | 5 LA-B18 Product Manual 032023... -
Page 6: Setup Notes
The sequence of looped presets may be initiated by recalling any preset that is part of the loop. The sequence may be stopped by selecting Preset 0 or any preset that is not part of the sequence. Page | 6 LA-B18 Product Manual 032023... -
Page 7: P1 Logic Input Port
Network Addressing The IP mode of the LA-B18 is DHCP by default. The current IP address may be found using the LA Toolbox software for Windows. The IP mode may be set to static operation. The IP settings may be set manually in the Settings web page, by RS-232 command, or by using the rear panel DIP switches. -
Page 8: Web Pages
Web Pages The LA-B18 has on-board web pages for control, monitoring, and configuration. The web pages may be accessed using a web browser by entering the unit’s IP address in the browser’s address field. The web pages may also be accessed through LA Toolbox. Double-clicking on a unit in the equipment list will launch the default web browser and navigate to the Main web page. - Page 9 Clear Password Clearing the password will allow password free access to any of the LA-B18’s web pages permit control and configuration changes. The password may be cleared in the System web page. Clear the contents of the New Password field and click the Change button.
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Page 10: Rs-232/Telnet/Udp Control Protocol
(ASCII CR, Hex $0D, or keyboard Enter) as an ‘End of command’ character. Responses from the LA-B18 begin with the ASCII < (less than symbol) as an ‘Attention’ character and end with a carriage return followed by a line feed (ASCII LF, Hex $0A) as an ‘End of command’ character. -
Page 11: Control Commands
Current settings, retains web web password is retained. password IP address will not revert to default until after a Z] command or power cycle. Reboot Emulates a reboot from a hard power cycle Page | 11 LA-B18 Product Manual 032023... -
Page 12: La Toolbox Software
LA Toolbox Software LA Toolbox software for Windows is used for monitoring the status and updating firmware of LA-B18 units. The units can be connected via Ethernet or serial port. Devices are automatically discovered when LA Toolbox is launched. A download link for LA Toolbox may be found here: https://www.contemporaryresearch.com/products/la-b18-light-alert-bar... -
Page 13: La-B18 Specifications
Power In: 2.1 mm coaxial jack (inside center conductor positive) 0.6 A maximum, 11.5 to 15 VDC, 12 VDC typical Options PS12-1 (5401-001) Switching power supply, 100 – 250 VAC Auto Voltage Sensing Input, 12 VDC 1 A Output Page | 13 LA-B18 Product Manual 032023... -
Page 14: Safety Instructions And Warranty
Product Service: Contemporary Research will test, repair, or replace the product or products without charge if the unit is under warranty. If the product is out of warranty, Contemporary Research will test, and then repair the product or products. The parts and labor charge will be estimated by a technician and confirmed by the customer prior to repair. - Page 15 Products not under Warranty: Payment arrangements are required before outbound shipment for all out of warranty products. General RMA Terms and Procedures: RMA’s are valid for 30 days and will be issued only to authorized active Contemporary Research dealers and distributors.
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