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1 GENERAL INFORMATION
The REDSTAR beacon is for lighting structures such as towers and wind turbines in accordance with the FAA
Advisory Circular AC 70/7460-1M, CAR 621 and ICAO Annex 14.
The REDSTAR is equipped with red visible and infrared LEDs, photocell, and GPS for independent operation
without need for controls with the ability to report failures specified by FAA, CAR and ICAO that need to be
advised to proper authorities. The pigtail cable (LCABLE-2) combines power, alarms, and communication
wires for ease of lighting system installation.
1.1
Optional User Interface functions
1.1.1
Control options
a) LC-STAR Controller with display for a user-friendly interface allowing full access and
diagnostics including Ethernet Modbus interface for use such as Aircraft Detecting Lighting
System (ADLS).
b) JBWT-ADLS Junction box for power & alarm terminations including Ethernet Modbus
interface for Aircraft Detecting Lighting System (ADLS) or remote SCADA MODBUS TCP/IP
control and monitoring.
c)
Beacon also has RS-485 MOSBUS RTU Slave interface for direct local control and monitoring
by customer SCADA system.
2 INSTALLATION
Before installing the REDSTAR beacon read this manual completely. Check equipment for damage if damage
is evident report to TWR technical server before proceeding.
Suggested tools:
1. #1 flat head cabinet tip screwdriver (small for spring terminal blocks)
2. 18" Crescent wrench
3. Electrical Multi-Meter (Able to measure up to 40Mega-ohms of resistance)
Note: System warranty is to be declared null and void if this lighting system is not installed according to
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instructions and diagrams within this manual.
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