AGD AGD307 Product Manual

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  • Page 1 AGD307 Traffic Control Radar PRODUCT MANUAL AGD307 Traffic Control Radar AGD-SYSTEMS.COM...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    RS422 Version - connecting the radar transmission and safety to a computer RS422 Preparing the connection Terminal setup 12-15 DISCLAIMER RS422 Test connection RS422 Command examples Warranty RS422 Command structure RS422 Command list RS422 Command details 19-21 AGD307 | TRAFFIC CONTROL RADAR...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    AGD307 INTRODUCTION Traffic Control Radar VIEW AND TECHNOLOGY The AGD307 is a compact Doppler vehicle radar which operates in the K-Band at 24GHz. It is designed to be robust, cost effective and highly versatile offering outstanding detection performance for multiple Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) management applications.
  • Page 4: Typical Applications

    PRODUCT OVERVIEW Sighting guide Front (power on)detect Pan and tilt mounting foot 230V versions 2/24V versions Access port for configuration switches Power and opto / RS422 output Rear (power on) Power Switched relay detect LED output AGD307 | TRAFFIC CONTROL RADAR...
  • Page 5: Installation

    Typical ranges are as shown based on the sensitivity setting selected. 5m max Detector Typical detection range for a saloon car mounted 100m 150m at 3m 2m min Medium High Sensitivity Sensitivity Not to scale AGD307 | TRAFFIC CONTROL RADAR...
  • Page 6: Connecting Power

    FUNCTION POWER OFF POWER ON NO POWER ON DETECT DETECT 12/24Vdc 24Vac Black 24Vac Green Ground White Opto Common Yellow Opto Blue Opto Brown RS422 RXA Violet RS422 RXB Orange RS422 TXZ Pink RS422 TXY AGD307 | TRAFFIC CONTROL RADAR...
  • Page 7: Power On Test

    10V -14Vdc 19V - 29Vdc 19V - 29Vac 90V - 264Vac *Standard product safety rating 100 - 240Vac POWER ON TEST F ront LED will flash 5 times and rear LED will stay on for 1 - 2 seconds AGD307 | TRAFFIC CONTROL RADAR...
  • Page 8: User Configuration

    SWITCH THRESHOLD POSITION POSITION • Remove blanking plug using 8mm hex key to gain access to rotary and DIP switches. • Select settings required. • Replace and tighten blanking plug securely. RS422 Mode switches in-operable AGD307 | TRAFFIC CONTROL RADAR...
  • Page 9: Dip Switch Functions

    Sensitivity / range Medium High (Typically up to 100m (Typically up to 150m for a saloon car) for a saloon car) Hold time Time to hold in detect state after 0.5 sec 2 sec targets have passed AGD307 | TRAFFIC CONTROL RADAR...
  • Page 10: Switch Functions

    When the rotary switch is set to <0>, all switches become inactive. RS422 commands configure the unit. Switch bank disabled When the rotary switch is set to a value other than <0>, switches control the unit. Related RS422 commands are inaccessible. Switch bank enabled AGD307 | TRAFFIC CONTROL RADAR...
  • Page 11: Rs422 Version - Connecting The Radar

    RS422 using the radar’s default baud rate of 9600. If a different baud rate has been requested or set then the radar will report this value.                                                                  (see *BAUD command on page 19)                                                                     The product will always respond to the “AGD” command via RS422. All outgoing commands should end with a carriage return <CR> character; this is typically the enter/ return key of a keyboard, though may be an advanced option in some emulators.
  • Page 12: Terminal Setup

    TERMINAL SET UP The following Tera Term screenshots will show how to set up and configure the AGD307 radar detector. These screenshots were produced using the following terminal settings, in order that the commands sent to the AGD307 would be shown on the terminal screen along with the responses from the radar. Upon opening TeraTerm, you will...
  • Page 13 TERMINAL SET UP In the main window, select ‘Setup’ from the top menu and left click on ‘Terminal’ In the Terminal setup window, ensure that Receive is set to CR+LF and that local echo is active AGD307 | TRAFFIC CONTROL RADAR...
  • Page 14 RS422 interface is set to. In the main window, select ‘Setup’ and ‘General setup’. Ensure that the correct COM port is selected and use the drop down menu to select your required language. AGD307 | TRAFFIC CONTROL RADAR...
  • Page 15 Traffic Control Radar TERMINAL SET UP 7: If you find the display to be too small or difficult to read, select ‘Setup’ and ‘Font’ and set the font size to suit your needs. Once you have configured TeraTerm correctly, and the AGD307 is connected to your computer and powered up, press the ENTER key and TeraTerm should display the READY message. Once you have confirmed that the COM port is configured and working correctly, it is possible to save the current settings of the emulator.
  • Page 16: Rs422 Test Connection

    USER CONFIGURATION AGD307 Traffic Control Radar TEST CONNECTION Test the connection by typing AGD  and pressing the <Enter> key. The detector will respond with model AGD SYSTEMS LTD AGD307 and version details. If not, check RADAR Version MI-122-X ...
  • Page 17: Rs422 Command Structure

    Commands are built from a few basic blocks: SURFIX CHARACTER ACTION DESCRIPTION Query Get current value or status information Set new value Info Get more information about command ˆ Default Set value to default Action / Execute the command AGD307 | TRAFFIC CONTROL RADAR...
  • Page 18: Rs422 Command List

    Prompt controller for demand by briefly entering 0 = off * NUDGE ? = $ ^ detect state. Occurs every 150sec after last 1 = on detection. Command applicable to optional version Report radar model and version AGD307 | TRAFFIC CONTROL RADAR...
  • Page 19: Rs422 Command Details

    RS422 COMMAND DETAILS All AGD detectors respond to the basic AGD command. Each unit will respond with specific model details and firmware version. Typical response – AGD SYSTEMS LTD 307 Radar Version MI-122-X 30th August 2011 *BAUD The RS422 output can operate at a number of baud rates. When setting a new baud rate, the unit will acknowledge the request at the current baud rate, before switching to the new value.
  • Page 20 20 fps 20 fps *Sddd 20 fps DCFMSxx.xx 10 fps 10 fps *Sddd 10 fps DCFMSxx.xx 5 fps 5 fps *Sddd 5 fps DCFMSxx.xx one per detect state one per detect state 000,0000000000,A,ddd,-,-,-,-,-,-,- once per second AGD307 | TRAFFIC CONTROL RADAR...
  • Page 21: Serial Outputs

    *SAVE! (or *FACTORYDEFAULTS!) Typical response – #REBOOT!... *SAVE The AGD307 needs its settings to be saved after adjustments have been made. Changes not committed with the *SAVE! command will be forgotten on the next power-cycle or *REBOOT!. To maximise the detector’s flash memory, this command should only be used when changes have been made.
  • Page 22: Technical Specifications

    DIP switch and rotary switch access on rear face or optional RS422 MTBF Based on a similar product for which we have field data from 10,000 units installed over 3 years we are able to provide with a 90% confidence that the AGD307 will achieve an MTBF of greater than 20 years. EMC Specification EN301-489 and BSEN50293 Radio Specification ETS 300.440 Electrical Safety EN60950 RoHS COMPLIANT Restriction on Hazardous Substances AGD307 | TRAFFIC CONTROL RADAR...
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    RS422. For this reason most RS232 interfaces will not be suitable. 3. When the unit receives an AGD command it will always return a legible response. Send an AGD command to ensure the serial connection is setup correctly. Try sending at each baud rate to identify whether unit has changed from the default value.
  • Page 24 5. When monitoring RS422 speed message outputs, ensure the serial connection is setup correctly. Sending an AGD command will always prompt a legible response. Speed messages will only be output when the unit is in detect. Speed messages are enabled with the *MS command.
  • Page 25: Trial And Evaluation

    Traffic Control Radar SET UP TOOLS ALL VERSIONS FOR RS422 VERSIONS Radar Product Support CA-250 adapter cable including 8mm Allen/hex key D-type wireable socket not included trial kit 12/24V or 230V Power supply 932 Target simulator Computer or Laptop AGD307 | TRAFFIC CONTROL RADAR...
  • Page 26: Manufacturing Test Process

    Under no circumstances should a product suspected of damage be powered on. Internal damage may be suggested by unusual behaviour, an unusual odour or damage to the outer casing. Please contact AGD for further advice. AGD307 | TRAFFIC CONTROL RADAR...
  • Page 27: Low Power Non-Ionising Radio Transmission And Safety

    0.318mW/cm 2 ) is at a point in the field where the radar beam is not properly formed. Note 4 Comparison for product model AGD307 operating in the band typically 24. 0 50GHz to 24.250GHz From the table it can be seen that it is extremely unlikely that a potentially hazardous situation could occur owing to the use of such low power devices.
  • Page 28: Disclaimer

    Warranty All AGD products are covered by a 12 month return to factory warranty. Products falling outside this period may be returned to AGD Systems for: evaluation, repair, update or re-calibration, any of which may be chargeable.

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