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Also, keep this manual safe for 4. Names and Dimensions future reference. ● If you have any questions, contact your nearest PATLITE sales representative listed at the end of the 5. Features of Product manual. ● When this product is installed and used in a vehicle, 6. Product Functions...
1.Before You Begin Flashing Beacon 1. Before You Begin 1.1. About Safety Symbols To prevent injuries to the user and other personnel, as well as to prevent damage to assets, note the following. ● The following symbols classify warnings and cautions, and describe the level of harm and damage that will occur when the corresponding instructions are ignored.
1.Before You Begin Flashing Beacon 1.2. Safety Precautions WARNING ● Its lifespan varies greatly depending on the frequency and environment of use, but refrain from using it for more than 10 years. Deterioration of the electrical components or circuit boards, their poor insulation or contact may cause safety problems like fuming, ignition or electric shock.
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1.Before You Begin Flashing Beacon Note ● Wipe off any dirt on the product body with a soft cloth dampened with water (do not use thinner, benzine, gasoline, oil, etc.).
2.Model Number Configuration Flashing Beacon 2. Model Number Configuration Model Control spec. GL10 - M1N ↓ Model Number CAN communication (J1939) (Blank) Voltage application control...
4.Names and Dimensions Flashing Beacon 4.2. GL10-M1N-T Front View Side View Top cover Globe Nameplate (Back) Base Leads* Wiring harness (25) Waterproof cable gland (350) Wire type IVSSH Bottom View Size 0.5 f Nameplate M8 bolt x 4 Product front (Unit: mm)
5.Features of Product Flashing Beacon 5. Features of Product 5.1. GL10-M1NC1-T Resistance to environment ・IP Rating: IP6X, IPX6, IPX9K Light emission ・Operating temperature range: -40 to +85°C Capability to combine luminous color and flash pattern ・Number of flash patterns: 13 Power supply ・Number of luminous color: 3 Ready for multiple power input...
6.Product Functions Flashing Beacon 6. Product Functions This chapter describes the functions of the product. 6.1. GL10-M1NC1-T • The product conforms to the SAE J1939 protocol. • The can control light emission and obtain its status by using the SAE J1939 protocol. 6.1.1.
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6.Product Functions Flashing Beacon ● Double flash (High speed) (Number of flashes: 125 flashes per minute) 1 cycle: 480 ms ● Double flash (Medium speed) (Number of flashes: 63 flashes per minute) 1 cycle: 480 ms 1 cycle: 480 ms 1 cycle: 960 ms 1 cycle: 960 ms ●...
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6.Product Functions Flashing Beacon ● Single flash (Low speed) (Number of flashes: 31 flashes per minute) 1 cycle: 960 ms 1 cycle: 1,920 ms ● Slow flash (High speed) (Number of flashes: 125 flashes per minute) 1 cycle: 480 ms ●...
6.Product Functions Flashing Beacon 6.1.2. Selecting the luminous color The product allows you to select the luminous color from three colors (red, amber, green). 6.1.3. Selecting a dimming level The product allows you to select a dimming level from four types. Brightness Dimming level (approximate)
6.Product Functions Flashing Beacon 6.2. GL10-M1N-T 6.2.1. Selecting luminous color/flash pattern • For "GL10-M1N-T," 3 colors of light are emitted from the product. • Each color has an assigned flash pattern. • The following table shows the flash patterns and flashing rate for each color. Luminous color Flash pattern Flashing rate...
7.Mounting Method Flashing Beacon 7. Mounting Method The product has two models, but their mounting method is the same. Read the following carefully before mounting. WARNING Before installation, wiring or repairs of the product, be sure to disconnect the power (such as removing the ⊖...
• The example of basic wiring is shown. For questions about other methods of use, please contact your nearest PATLITE sales representative listed at the end of this manual. CAUTION Be very careful not to make a wiring error. Improper wiring will cause burn damage to the internal circuits.
8.Wiring Method Flashing Beacon 8.2. GL10-M1N-T 8.2.1. Wiring Example Power input line (Red) Fuse Power input line (Amber) Power input line (Green) ⊖ ⊕ Earth wire Power supply 12 – 24VDC ● Fuse Rating ● List of leads and functions Lead color Function Power input line (Red)
9.Communication Specifications Flashing Beacon 9. Communication Specifications This chapter describes the communication specifications of GL10-M1NC1-T. • The product conforms to the SAE J1939 protocol. • SAE J1939 is a protocol that uses CAN in the physical layer, mainly being used in vehicles for construction machinery.
9.Communication Specifications Flashing Beacon 9.3. Device Name ● List of device names Byte Parameter Value Arbitrary Address Capable Industry Group Vehicle System Instance Vehicle System (Reserved) Function Function Instance ECU Instance Manufacture Code 1321 Identify Number See table below ● Composition of Identify Number •...
9.Communication Specifications Flashing Beacon 9.5. Parameter Groups • The product has its own parameter groups as shown in the table below. • You can control the product by using these parameter groups. Parameter group Control Reference ☞ 9.5.1. Change of address name (Host - > Product) PGN=65383 Change of address name (Host - >...
9.Communication Specifications Flashing Beacon 9.5.1.1. Data bit7 bit6 bit5 bit4 bit3 bit2 bit1 bit0 Byte 1 Source address setting Byte 2 Device name setting Byte 3 Byte 4 Byte 5 Byte 6 Byte 7 Byte 8 ● Source address setting (Default: 183) • 128–247: The source address is changed to the set value. The new value is retained in the product even after power shutdown.
9.Communication Specifications Flashing Beacon 9.5.2. Control of light emission (Host - > Product) • This parameter group can be set or controlled as shown in the table below. • In this parameter group, the control item changes depending on the value of [Byte 1]. N a m e Description Reference...
9.Communication Specifications Flashing Beacon 9.5.3. Indication status (Product - > Host) This parameter group is used to obtain the status of the product. ● Parameter Group Transmission Repetition Rate As required Data Length Priority Extended Data Page Data Page PDU Format PDU Specific Parameter Group Number 65384...
9.Communication Specifications Flashing Beacon ● Flash patterns • 0: light is OFF. • 1: light is always ON. • 4: main body is emitting light in single flash pattern (low speed). • 5: main body is emitting light in double flash pattern (low speed). •...
10.Troubleshooting Flashing Beacon 10. Troubleshooting 10.1. GL10-M1NC1-T When a problem occurs, take appropriate action based on the information in the table below. Trouble Point to be checked Action Check wires for correct connection. Is wiring correct? In particular, connect CAN-L and CAN-H wires to their correct destinations.
10.Troubleshooting Flashing Beacon 10.2. GL10-M1N-T When a problem occurs, take appropriate action based on the information in the table below. Trouble Point to be checked Action Refer to “8. Wiring Method ( ☞ Page 18)” and perform Is wiring correct? wiring again.
11.Specifications Flashing Beacon 11. Specifications 11.1. GL10-M1NC1-T Model GL10-M1NC1-T Rated Voltage 12 - 24VDC Operating Voltage Range 10 - 32VDC Typ. 0.32A (Red, Triple flash, High speed) 12 V DC Max. 1.0 A Rated Current Consumption Typ. 0.17A (Red, Triple flash, High speed) 24 V DC Max.
11.Specifications Flashing Beacon 11.2. GL10-M1N-T Model GL10-M1N-T Rated Voltage 12 - 24VDC Operating Voltage Range 10 - 32VDC Typ. 0.32A (Red, Triple flash, High speed) 12 V DC Max. 1.0 A Rated Current Consumption Typ. 0.17A (Red, Triple flash, High speed) 24 V DC Max.
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