Dialight L-856 Installation And Maintenance Manual
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Document: 9100-127-2907-99
Revision C
Release Date: 6/20/2023
INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
FOR
L-856 / L-864 High Intensity Strobe
With Infrared (IR)
D366A57CTRAC - Base Controller
D366A57270 - Power Supply & Flashhead
1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727
Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com
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- Page 1 Document: 9100-127-2907-99 Revision C Release Date: 6/20/2023 INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL L-856 / L-864 High Intensity Strobe With Infrared (IR) D366A57CTRAC - Base Controller D366A57270 - Power Supply & Flashhead 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
AC W IRING SECTION 21: SYSTEM POWER UP SECTION 22: ALARM RELAYS SECTION 23: MAINTENANCE SECTION 24: TROUBLESHOOTING ERIAL UMBER ODING REVISION HISTORY 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 2 of 43... -
Page 3: Notice And Warnings
HEY WILL NOT APPEAR TO BE BUT CAN BE VERIFIED USING MOST DIGINAL CAMERAS Warranty Please visit www.dialight.com/resources/warranties for the latest warranty policy. 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 3 of 43... -
Page 4: Product Overview
Release Date: 6/20/2023 Product Overview The Dialight L-856 / L-864 High Intensity White / Red / Infrared (IR) Strobe System, herein referred to as the System, is designed for the lighting of tall structures such as television and radio towers, chimneys, cooling towers, tall buildings, wind generators and other obstructions to aerial navigation, per specification by the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration). -
Page 5: Terminology
Red with IR operation and white operation The lighting, hardware, wiring and any other materials required for installing the System lighting components. 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 5 of 43... -
Page 6: System Descriptions
D366A57CTRAC Gen3 High Intensity Controller 120, 208, 240 or 277VAC 50/60Hz Input Voltage Operates up to Eighteen (18) L-856 or L-864/856 Flashheads Operates up to six (6) levels of L-810 LED fixtures (up to 4 per level) D366A57CTRACN Gen3 High Intensity Controller... -
Page 7: Getting Started
For horizontal conduit runs it is required that the conduit be tilted or angled toward junction • boxes that have drain plugs. Conduit should not tilt downwards to un-drained enclosures or to breaker panels. 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 7 of 43... -
Page 8: Section 2: Dimensions For Mounting Equipment
Ensure that the photocell is mounted vertically on rigid ¾” conduit. Four (4) ꝋ0.22” (5.6mm) thru holes provided for mounting • 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 8 of 43... -
Page 9: Lashhead
Weight of the flashhead is 63 lbs. (30 kg) • Dimensions for the D1CW AOL L864/865 Flashhead Weight of the flashhead is 21 lbs. (9.5 kg) 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 9 of 43... -
Page 10: Electrical Specifications
Wind: up to 150 mph (240kmph) Protection: IP66, Suitable for outdoor use Pollution degree: P1 Equipment intended to be installed at an altitude of 2000m or less 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 10 of 43... -
Page 11: Section 3: Choosing A Circuit Breaker
Flashheads on the System times the peak current to find the total peak current. If using a Dialight D1CW strobe as an AOL, then you must add the current of the AOL to the total calculated below if the AOL is to be powered off the same breaker. -
Page 12: Section 4: Base Controller Preparation
For exterior mounting, it is suggested that the conduit or glands be mounted on the bottom of the enclosure using holes provided by Dialight to ensure a weather tight seal for the life of the product. If there is a possibility of water or condensation entering through the conduit or cables, the installer must take all necessary precautions to prevent water entering the enclosure. -
Page 13: Base Controller Component Layout
Tower Side RS485 Block 48VDC Power Supply D2669006RA Remote INEM RS485 AC Filter/Surge Board D7202SUR Ground Connection Figure 1 – Base Controller Interior 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 13 of 43... - Page 14 Main Controller Board (mounted to interior door panel) INEM Computer Board Comm Hub 12V/5V Power Supply Figure 2 – Base Controller w/Integrated INEM 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 14 of 43...
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Page 15: Section 5: Base Controller Input Power
NOTE: The load and voltage loss of the cable must be quantified before selecting the cable size requirements. See electrical specifications for details. Figure 3 – AC Input Terminal Block 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 15 of 43... -
Page 16: Section 6: Photocell Installation
Document: 9100-127-2907-99 Revision C Release Date: 6/20/2023 Section 6: Photocell Installation One photocell is used for all Dialight Vigilant ® Controllers, p/n D2566000PEC. No other photocell can be used as it will damage the system and void the warranty. Open supplied photocell enclosure by removing four screws. -
Page 17: Section 7: Ir Sidelight (L810) Connections
After the sidelight level(s) are connected, the system needs to be calibrated to set the monitoring thresholds of each light level. This procedure will be covered in Quick Startup Guide that is supplied with the system. Only Dialight RTO Series L-810 AC fixtures can be used. -
Page 18: Section 8: Base Controller - Tower Rs485 Connection
Drain Wire must connect at Foil Shield & Braid must sit Ground Terminal within cable clamp Figure 5 – RS485 Terminal Block 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 18 of 43... -
Page 19: Section 9: Base Controller - Remote Inem Rs485 Connection
Controller at J-8-GND and J8-SYNC IN. NOTE: The maximum distance between the Base Controller and the device receiving the sync signal is 50 feet. If longer distances are required, please contact www.dialight.com. NOTE: Be sure to following all installation instructions supplied with the 3 Party GPS System. -
Page 20: Section 11: Aol Enable / Disable
AC power source as feeding the high intensity lights. WARNING: The AOL must be an approved Dialight version or delivered from one of their partners. Refer to the AOL instruction manual for additional wiring and mounting details. -
Page 21: Section 12: Photocell Validation
7. Re-install the J4 connector and the LED Photo-Fault will be turned off. 8. Press the UP arrow and the next entry will be PEC lost “Clr”. 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 21 of 43... - Page 22 WARNING: If the Photocell is removed or not connected properly all Flashheads will operate in Night mode based on if the system is set for RED night or WHITE night. 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 22 of 43...
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Page 23: Section 13: Initial Flashhead Power Supply Preparation
The three left most entrances are numbered to correspond to the D336 Flashhead module cable number. NOTE: If for some un-foreseen reason additional holes are required for the installation. Contact the seller of the system or Dialight for instructions. Figure 6 – Factory Installed Holes 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com... -
Page 24: Flashhead Power Supply Component Layout
D7200SUR Light Module 2 Terminal Block Interlock Switch D8000SWS Light Module 1 Terminal Block Ground Connections Figure 5 – Power Supply Layout 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 24 of 43... -
Page 25: Section 14: Power Supply Addressing
No two Power Supplies can have the same address setting. If duplicate settings are made then configuration errors will be shown in the event log. 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 25 of 43... - Page 26 #1 is #4 and above that is #7 and so one. NOTE: This is required unless the Site manager wants something different than the above states. 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 26 of 43...
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Page 27: Section 15: Power Supply Cable Definition & Dc Connections
Flashhead. Each cable should be approximately 15 feet (4.5m) in length. The corresponding power supply should be mounted within this cable length. Contact the seller of the system or Dialight if additional length is required. The best practice would be to connect and test the Flashhead and Power Supply at ground level so that the electrical connections can be tested. -
Page 28: Cable Grounding
NOTE: If the Red and Black wires need to be shortened, then ¾” of insulation should be removed. The wires must be neatly twisted before inserting into the terminal blocks. 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 28 of 43... -
Page 29: Dc Power Wiring
Twist all drain wires together and insert at ground lug. Ensure wires pass by the ground screw. DC Connection points in Red Drain Wires Connection Point Figure 11 – DC Power Connection Points 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 29 of 43... -
Page 30: Section 16: Flashhead Communication Connections
All wires should have a strip length of ½” to ¾” to make proper connection within spring loaded terminal block. RS485 Connection points in Red Figure 12 – Flashhead Communication Connection Points 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 30 of 43... -
Page 31: Section 17: Junction Box Preparation
ARTH GROUND WIRE TO THE JUNCTION BOX WILL RESULT IN EVENTUAL LIGHTNING DAMAGE OF THIS YSTEM O AVOID WARRANTY NULLIFICATION FOLLOW THE ABOVE DIRECTIONS IN THEIR ENTIRETY 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 31 of 43... -
Page 32: Section 18: Mounting Power Supply Enclosures
WARRANTY SHALL BE VOID IF ALL ENCLOSURES S ARE NOT PROPERLY BONDED TO THE TOWER STRUCTURE O AVOID WARRANTY NULLIFICATION FOLLOW THE ABOVE DIRECTIONS IN THEIR ENTIRETY 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 32 of 43... -
Page 33: Section 19: Mounting Flashheads
Horizontal Exceeding 500 feet AGL 401 feet to 500 feet AGL 301 feet to 400 feet AGL 300 feet AGL or less 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 33 of 43... -
Page 34: Complete 3 Level Flashhead (3 Modules Make A Flashhead)
WARNING: Flashheads are not intended to be directly mounted in High RF areas and proper operation of the system could be compromised. All installations should be reviewed and approved via the Site manager, system seller and Dialight. Failure to do so will VOID all warranties. -
Page 35: Section 20: Final System Checks
NOTE: By tying or jumpering the 2 pins together the terminating resistor will be added. Figure 17 – Additional Termination Resistor Jumper Connection 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 35 of 43... -
Page 36: Back Probe Of Rs485
On the Base Controller ensure that the Hot and Neutral wires are landed correctly on the AC connection terminal block. WARNING: Power Supplies require a minimum of 208vac and a maximum voltage of 305Vac from live to ground. 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 36 of 43... -
Page 37: Section 21: System Power Up
EVER LOOK AT THE FRONT OF A LASHHEAD WHILE THE YSTEM IS ENERGIZED LASHHEAD COULD START FLASHING CAUSING TEMPORARY BLINDNESS WHICH WOULD BE DANGEROUS AT HIGH ELEVATIONS 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 37 of 43... -
Page 38: Section 22: Alarm Relays
If the existing monitoring system does not have 8 alarm ports then multiple relays can be multiplexed together. Typically, AL8/Alarm 8 is not connected to monitoring system. 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 38 of 43... -
Page 39: Section 23: Maintenance
Revision C Release Date: 6/20/2023 Section 23: Maintenance There is no regular maintenance required for this System. Dialight recommends the following spare parts be purchased for emergency replacement. Table 5 – System Part Numbers D366 Flashhead Dialight Part Number Complete Flashhead... -
Page 40: Section 24: Troubleshooting
This could be anywhere and every junction box and Power Supply Enclosure must be checked. 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 40 of 43... - Page 41 System. lost communication at a later similar problem. Check all time. communication wiring to the bad address. 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 41 of 43...
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Page 42: Serial Number Coding
The serial numbers of the fixtures being installed are located on the Dialight label. Dialight refers to the serial numbers as Date Codes. The date code is used to determine warranty status of the unit. The Date Codes are set up as: The following YY,DDD, S/N. -
Page 43: Revision History
Document: 9100-127-2907-99 Revision C Release Date: 6/20/2023 REVISION HISTORY ECO No. DATE 67178 2/27/20 68491 4/24/20 106115 6/20/23 1501 Route 34 South, Farmingdale, NJ 07727 Tel: (732) 919-3119 Fax: (732) 751-5778 www.dialight.com Page 43 of 43...
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