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Remote Lighting Controller FEC Type: HP0656/7/8 User Manual

1. Relay 3 Keypad Ch1 channel 1 Relay 1 Ch2 Relay 2 and Ch3 Relay 3 GSM Ch1 channel 1 Relay 1 Ch2 Relay 2 and Ch3 Relay 3 Using this option allows any combination of relays to be mapped to these inputs Note If no relays are selected the unit will not enter the timeout period Clicks Chan vs Relay D Chi Ch2 TE 4 Level4 Map Relays to Channels Clicks SE EE u Use F1 F3 to select which O 1 O 1 channel to map to the relays 3 Click option selected Default Relay 1 shown 3Clk Ch1 Relays R 1 R 2 R 3 OTT On On F1 Pressed to de select Relay 1 F2 Pressed to select Relay 2 F3 Pressed to select Relay 3 V 3CIlk Ch1 Relays Outcome R 1 R 2 R 3 Sg S Pressing 3 VHF clicks or E Selecting Channel 1 Keypad or SMS Will turn on Relays R2 and R3 In the above example Ch1 or 3 Clicks will activate Relay 1 by default This has then been changed instead to activate Relays 2 and 3 This is a powerful facility for performing a variety of switching tasks RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 44 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 7 Setup Unit Menu There are three options available to the Operator 1 Set and calibrate the clock 2 Setup the Meteo Unit 3 Setup further system unit variables Level 3 Systems Menu Setup Read Systems Press soft keys for T uli F1 Real Time Clock RTC se
2. Toggles Degrees C F F3 Cycles hPa mbar amp inHg FA Save and exit Meteo Altitude setting next page To change the Meteo Units select Units from the menu and press F1 F2 or F3 repeatedly to cycle through the available units for Wind Speed Temperature and Dewpoint and Pressure respectively RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 48 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 7 3 1 Meteo Setup Altitude The pressure reading assumes that the sensor is at 0 feet AMSL Before the unit is used and will provide pressure information the height of the sensor above or below mean sea level must be entered into the unit Until this is done the unit will not report pressure instead it will report Pressure Uncalibrated in meteorological reports The conversion factor is Pressure Correction Altitude 0 036438 hPa Note that this is simple correction sufficient for most situations but Operators must satisfy themselves that the reported figure is accurate for their implementation Level 5 Setup Meteo Altitude T ud Step 1 Enter absolute altitude M e NM i Step 2 Confirm Above or Below Sea Level Example Sets 234 feet AMSL Limits are 1 388 to 29 029 Set Meteo Altitude Altitude Oft Above Below Sea Levl Altitude Error Press soft keys for Limits are Above Below Save 1 388 to 29 029ft Set Meteo Alti
3. Operator Number Ac Number Set Cleared In the above example the Operator number has been selected F1 The current Operator number is displayed middle left and in this case is blank as no previous number has been entered Note the number must be entered in the international format The required number is entered after the prompt part of the international dialling scheme Note in contrast to other screens the keypad CAN CLR and ENT keys are active If an error is made CLR can be used to backspace and correct To clear the entire entry and start over press CAN To accept the number press ENT The process for entering the Agency and Mimic numbers is exactly the same as for Operator RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 33 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 5 UHF Transceiver The RLC may be fitted with an 868MHz UHF modem transceiver for controlling local battery powered wirelessly controlled HeliLights This part of the system is not yet available for use in the USA and potentially other markets where the local radio licencing authority does not allow this part of the spectrum to be used for licence exempt operation of this type 5 5 1 HeliLight Modes For wireless enabled HeliLights there are essentially four operating modes 1 and 2 covered in the HeliLight manual Wireless Flashing Special Function Operates at the
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5. Aux input line is monitored all of the time and as soon as its status changes this is reflected at the top of the screen even if the input function is disabled This makes it much easier to commission or test an installation Aux Input Open SN Level 4 Aux Input Menu hs ns x D F1 De selects Aux input input ignored n n i cdi F2 Selects Aux input switching F3 Selects VHF input disable Aux Switches Relays Aux Input Open At Aux Input Menu R 2 R 3 Mode VHF Disable The condition of the ER Off ae VE EOS ave Aux input is constantly oO o monitored and reported Aux Input Closed Aux Input Open Mode Of f E R 3 Mode Aux Switch Off Aux VHF Save Off Save Off Aux VHF Save a 1 O O L1 L1 L1 Off Mode The default mode for the Aux input is Off In this mode whatever the status of the Aux input it will be ignored Aux Mode The Aux mode is designed to enable external switch contacts Light Detectors Access and Movement detectors etc to turn circuits on selecting Aux enables the function and you are immediately requested for the mapping of the relays to be switched by the aux input In the example above the default screen shows that no relays will be turned on Use F1 F3 to select the desired relay s and Save to store your selection The screen will now show that the Aux switch is in Aux mode Any time the switch is made the selected relay s will be enabled and unlike other inp
6. BMS3 NO 5 BMS AUX IP 9 Gnd cn eo 45 ootd R5 yo Below are a few options for controlling the Aux Input 1 Simple Switch a Could be any good quality switch Examples include micro switch instrument switch b Connect contacts to pins 8 and 9 of the Aux BMS connector for all options AUX BMS SPST TOGGLE 1 5 2 T 3 e I 2 y 1 4 9 5 2 Relay contact AUX BMS a An instrument relay can be used b Ensure that there are no high voltages gt 12V DC present 3 Transistor Open Collector Drain otii a Either a junction transistor NPN shown or an FET can be used b Aux Input has internal pull up c Device must be rated gt 12V en eo pe co eo 7 1 PRI on RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 71 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 14 1 Example Switch Twilight switch The following is an example of the wiring for a standard low voltage light level switch The example shown with cover removed is a Danley Twilight switch which has been suitably modified to work with the RLC This switch should be mounted externally protected from the weather and not pointing at any light source particularly the lights it will control Connection to the RLC is via 4 core 0 35mm 22 AWG instrument cable AlphaWire 1174L or similar The wiring is connected as follows 9 Way Male D Connector Cable Core Twil
7. Level 5 MetPak Test Utility Continuously reads from MetPak Press F4 to Exit Takes up to 10 secs Takes up to 10 secs Takes up to 10 secs No MetPak found MetPak Data Error Wind 030 012Knots Temp 20 Press 1013hP Exit O Exit O Exit O Screen is as above if Screen is as above if Screen is as above if no MetPak feed is found and MetPak feed is found but MetPak feed is found NE data stream is OK Press F4 to Exit p Note units are the default Press F4 to Exit may take a second or values and pressure may take a second or two to respond tu torespondj uncorrected for altitude H Press FA to Exit The RLC will continually search for the MetPak and data If no MetPak is detected the screen will show No MetPak Found If a MetPak is found but there is a data error then the screen will show MetPak Data Error If the MetPak is found and the data is good the screen will show Wind OXX OYY Knots Temp ZZ Press ABCDhP Note that these are a sub set of the full report and in the default units of the MetPak Using other sources of data local meteorological reports hand held instruments etc to confirm that the readings are as expected NB The pressure reading is the raw pressure reading from the MetPak uncorrected for the station altitude Refer to earlier sections of the manual to ensure that the units and altitude are set correctly Using a GSM phone and with the RLC at the main menu text the RLC for its status The Meteoro
8. Soft keys for Walk Man Rest Ex iit O 1 1 O Wireless Mode Defaults Restored Wireless Lights Walk Test CAN Quit Lights set To Manual Walk Test issues sequence e On for 1 second e Off for 1 second Continuously for 10 minutes then Sets HeliLights to Manual Mode To perform a Walk Test press F1 and the RLC will send alternating On and Off commands every second 1 second On 1 second Off and will continue to do for either 1 Until the lt CAN gt key is pressed to cancel or 2 10 minutes have elapsed since entering menu mode Once the walk test is activated simply go to the desired location of the lights and place on the ground to confirm that they continue to flash On Off indicating they are receiving the signal To ensure that the range is adequate it is advisable to go some distance beyond they chosen location to ensure the signal is still being received Manual Pressing F2 sends the command to the HeliLight to re enter Manual Mode Wireless Mode blue LED on the HeliLight goes off Wireless Mode Pressing F3 sends the command to the HeliLight to enter Wireless Mode Wireless Mode blue LED on the HeliLight goes on but does not turn any LEDs on RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 39 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 6 Input Output BMS Setup Menu TYTTITTTTSTIKSTTT Level 3 Input Output Menu Press
9. User Operator Agency and Mimic numbers will all be sent the appropriate system response RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 24 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 System Setup and Configuration 5 1 System Access Menu Pressing Menu on the main menu first brings up a PIN challenge menu to determine which type of user is accessing the system since each can perform different functions There are five types of User defined in the system 1 User A person granted permission to perform certain commands 2 Ops The Owner Operator of the facility 3 Mimic The remote control monitoring panel not entered via keypad 4 FEC Technical staff from FEC 5 OEM The Original Equipment Manufacturer Each type of user has a PIN access code and can perform a variety of configuration and other tasks on the system Using the numeric PIN code enter the 4 number PIN code As each number is pressed it replaces the relevant box until four numbers are entered NB As an additional security measure if numbers are not entered within 5 seconds of each other the screen times out and returns to the main menu Also if the wrong code is given this is advised and a return made to the main programme PS See Pre Level 1 Main Screen m On Main screen shows VHF and GSM status cH2 CHS Menu VHF is On with Frequency 122 800MHz set GSM is
10. colour and intensity of Performs the flashing or special function Manual Flashing Special of rotary switch SW2 at the colour and intensity set on SW1 Operates at the colour and intensity Performs the flashing or special function 4 Wireless Flashing Special wirelessly selected at the colour and intensity wirelessly selected Notes a The main HeliLight On Off On switch selects between 1 amp 2 and 3 amp 4 b All HeliLights belong to a Group defined by rotary switch SW3 or if there is no group switch to Group 0 zero c When in Wireless Mode the Blue LED bottom of the PCB will illuminate RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 34 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 5 2 Default HeliLight Modes The following are the default settings Steady or Manual or f Function Steady Medium Green 2 Flashing Special Sunset Switching 4 Flashing Special Sunset Switching Notes a The unit is delivered in Manual Mode b Issuing the wireless restore command will restore the wireless defaults in 3 amp 4 above 5 5 3 Commanding the HeliLights Wirelessly For Users Operators there are three ways of wirelessly operating the lights 1 RLC By associating a wireless Group of lights with channels of the RLC and then activating RLC channels as normal keypad VHF or SMS 2 SMS By sending specific text commands to the RLC which translates an
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12. external GSM aerial Supplied It is recommended that a mobile cell phone on the same network as that intended for the controller is used to check the signal strength quality in the intended location 6 2 Things you will need Before starting the installation ensure that you have at least the following items in addition to those required for the rest of the installation 1 A No 2 Philips PH2 or No 2 Pozidrive PZ2 screwdriver to open the main enclosure 2 A No Oor 1 Philips PH1 2 or No 1 Pozidrive PZ1 screwdriver to access SIM cover 3 The SIM standard size not mini or micro that you will be using You will need to know the number to call it but the controller does not need to know 4 Fixing screws and wall plugs as required 6 3 Preparing for Installation Lay the controller on its back on a clean soft surface at least twice the width of the unit and undo the four corner retaining screws note these screws are captive and do not need to be fully removed Gently lift the front of the enclosure away from the base and lay face down to the left of the base unit Be careful not to strain the cables as this could cause permanent damage Disconnect the following cables from the keypad enclosure 1 Main power and relay controller ribbon cable 2 VHF BNC Aerial cable and 3 Meteorological pack connection cable if fitted Note 1 and 3 may have retaining screws Use a PH1 2 or PZ2 screwdriver to remove and use a sm
13. installing cable it is not just the diameter of the trunking but two areas are critical and the contractor should be aware 1 All cables are specified with a Minimum Bending Radius MBR Check the data sheet but this is usually a minimum of 10 times the diameter so for the RG213 above is 103mm 4 2 Kinking or twisting of the cable must be avoided If a cable is bent even when straightened out again the internal core will be permanently damaged and cause additional loss and unwanted signal reflections in the cable Customers are advised to make sure that 1 Their contractor is experienced in installing and terminating such cables 2 The cable ways ducts trunking etc allow for easy bends that exceed the MBR and provide good support 3 The installation work is closely monitored Their installer performs a TDR Time VA 4 Domain Reflectometry test and presents this as part of his certification of installation the TDR test will both demonstrate that the cable has not been damaged and provide you with a reference document for future audits or checks 77 S Installation Gf B da di Waterproof The diagram to the right gives a suggested herred Kerg general layout for an aerial installation or Mast kl n Your installer will be able to advise on the details F specific to your installation Driptoop Loop Conduit or clipped down feed RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 74 of 83 Interleader L
14. jaw 8mm open ended spanner RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 76 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 16 Appendix 5 Mounting and Connection of MetPak 16 1 Mounting arrangements The MetPak unit is supplied with all the necessary fixings to attach to a mounting pole Instructions and tips about mounting are all contained in the manuals supplied on the enclosed Gill Instruments CD Pay particular attention to the following Positioning 1 Mount at the top of and away from the mounting pole i e ensure the head is clear of and not beside the pole 2 Clear of close obstructions likely to influence the readings e g trees buildings wind and air conditioning fans wind and temperature amp RH 3 So as not to cause an obstruction to aircraft movements 4 Ensure that the head is correctly aligned to North there are diagrams in the Gill Instruments manual which identify this Electrical 1 Ensure that the mast and MetPak are earthed with suitably sized grounding cable the MetPak has an earth bonding point on the mounting arm 2 The signal cable is properly and securely connected 3 he shield wire of the signal cable is connected to the Grounding point in the connector box see photo later 4 he signal cable is securely supported in conduit trunking and fixed with tape clips or wrap ties at short centres 16 2 Signal Cable The MetPak is
15. length of time that the Push To Talk PTT switch is activated can also be set This Click period helps mitigate against the effects of noisy switches which can otherwise cause problems of false activations The system employs digital filtering of the received signal and waits for the signal to be stable above the threshold level for the Click time before it counts as a genuine PTT press Each click is counted in a 5 second period and if 3 5 or 7 clicks successfully received channels 1 2 or 3 are set see later section on mapping of channels to relays The default setting for Click is 100ms 100 milliseconds and can be set between 1 and 250mS Some experimentation may be necessary to ensure correct operation in any particular installation 5 3 3 3 Tech Reading the receiver status Selecting Tech from the Advanced VHF menu reads and displays all of the relevant status registers from the VHF receiver Of importance to the operator are 1 That the status is OK 2 he Rssi level of the received signal 3 hat the Frequency is as set and expected 4 That the Threshold level is as set and expected Once this command is invoked the receiver will be continuously re read every 1 second and the Rssi figure will be updated This is extremely useful in checking the installation aerials down feed etc and setting up the receiver RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 31 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FE
16. mounted connector strips Customers may add additional items Position of optional UHF connector meteorological and Aux connectors 3 Mains In Out cable glands Notes 1 Live Brown Neutral Blue and Earth Green Yellow 4mm IMO DIN rail mounted connector strips are provided for customer wiring 2 Additional connectors can be added by the customer but pay particular attention to a Such connectors are often open on one side Care must be taken to ensure that the open side is always covered by its neighbour or end plate b The earth connector is fixed and grounded to the DIN rail by a central screw To move this connector slacken the central screw move as required and re tighten c The Earth connector provides the earth bonding connection to the controller d The connectors must be gently pushed tight against the PSU and Relay Interface Board to ensure that these items are prevented from sliding on the rail 3 The controller is fitted with a mains powered 12V Power Supply Unit PSU The installer must connect this to the incoming mains supply via the fuse provided using suitable 2 core cable 2x1mm 240V The PSU is double insulated and is not earthed 4 The relays are rated at 20A AC for a resistive load 5 If higher currents or highly inductive loads are to be switched by the controller the use of an external Contactor of the correct rating must be used RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Pa
17. off 2 Ihe channels relays controlled by the Auxiliary Input are left unchanged on RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 15 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 4 4 Activation by GSM SMS If a channel is activated by an SMS see later section for format then the following screen will appear Access Via GSM Last on By User CH1 CH2 CH3 05 53 ON Note that additional SMS may be sent to the unit so that for example if channel 3 relay 3 has already been turned on as above channels 1 and or 2 can then be also turned on Note that each SMS can turn 1 2 or 3 channels on or off at one time If a User has activated the channel with the correct User PIN then the User can turn it off again To avoid a situation where a User has finished with the lights but not turned them off the Operator can also turn the lights off even though it was a User who turned them on The Owner must be absolutely sure that the situation is safe for the lights to be turned off 4 4 1 SMS Commands and Response User As a User with the correct PIN you can 1 Check the status of the system 2 Check meteorological units set 3 Obtain meteorological data if optional meteorological package is fitted 4 Turn channels On 5 Turn channels Off 6 Obtain a User help menu 4 4 2 SMS Commands and Response User As an Operator with the correct PIN you can 1 Perform t
18. remove it b Snapin the required additional terminals sliding others as required c Push the earth terminal back up to ensure no gaps between terminal and re tighten the middle screw NB Ensure that no live connections are exposed by the insertion of additional connectors RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 61 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 6 11 Basic Circuit Testing Even before connecting the keypad the circuits can be tested as the relays incorporate manual testing buttons Once the mains wiring has been completed and it is safe to energise the controlled circuit turn on the mains supply 6 11 1 12V DC PSU Check that the following LEDs are lit 1 The green LED on the PSU marked DC OK 2 The red PSU LED on the PSU and Relay Interface Board and 3 The green 12V LEDs on the PSU and Relay Interface Board If the LED on the PSU does not light then check the mains supply cable and fuse If the LED on the PSU lights but the LEDS on the PSU and Relay Interface Board do not light suspect a continuity problem with the DC feed cable to the board If this cannot be resolved there is a fault with the unit which must be returned 6 11 2 Manually checking the mains switched circuit To test the mains switched circuit press the button on the top of the relay s Manual Push Button This will make the contact for the normal
19. supplied with 30m of 3 pair screened Belden type 9503 or similar data cable and has been terminated both ends and fully tested before shipment Note that the cable is made up of 3 twisted pairs and a screen 1 Red and Black 2 White and Black 3 Green and Black 4 Outer screen The Red White and Green sleeving round the pairs in the photograph have been added as the cable is made up to aid identification and ease of installation The outer screen has a thin green sleeve If the cable is extended or shortened the pairing must be maintained or the unit may not operate or even be damaged Lengths up to 150m can be supplied at additional cost RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 77 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 16 3 Signal Cable RLC 2 Enclosure Version 4 For Version 4 enclosures the MetPak is supplied with 30m of 3 pair screened Belden type 9503 or similar data cable and has been terminated and installed at the MetPak end and fully tested before shipment The RLC end has been prepared ready for installation Unless absolutely necessary it is strongly recommended that the data cable is not separated from the MetPak but that the installation is performed with it connected If removal is necessary follow the guidance in the following sections with regard to removal and re fitting To install the cable into the RLC 1 Remove the blank co
20. tw to respond uncorrected for altitude H Press F4 to Exit If no MetPak is detected the screen will show No MetPak Found If a MetPak is found but there is a data error then the screen will show MetPak Data Error If the MetPak is found and the data is good the screen will show Wind OXX OYY Knots Temp ZZ Press ABCDhP Note that these are a sub set of the full report and in the default units of the MetPak Press Exit to return to the main Meteo Menu Using other sources of data local meteorological reports hand held instruments etc confirm that the readings are as expected NB The pressure reading is the raw pressure reading from the MetPak uncorrected for the station altitude Refer to previous sections of the manual to ensure that the units and altitude are set correctly Using a GSM phone and with the RLC at the main menu text the RLC for its status The Meteorological data will be appended to the text in the chosen units and corrected for station altitude if entered RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 50 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 7 4 Setup Unit Level 4 Setup Systems Menu There are three main setup areas PINs Logs Unit Ge ep F1 PIN numbers L1 L1 L1 1 F2 Display system logs F3 Additional configuration options Setup System Press soft keys for PIN Setup Show System Data Unit Configuration 00
21. 00 1111 9999 New Press soft keys for Press soft keys for User Ops Mimic Exit Sys Logs Para Exit Reset LD Power Exit o o L1 m RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 51 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 7 4 1 Setting PINs The Operator can set PINs for Users themselves and the Mimic panel Ter Level 4 PIN change menu 0000 1111 9999 New i e F1 Selects User PIN setup mode User Ops Mimic Exit yy z KR ce n fe Selects Mimic Example Operator User Mimic the same Warning As Operator ensure that you note your new PIN number or you will be locked out of your own system FEC can remotely reset for you PIN Setup Av Jr v EN E Wik MS KC RER New User Ops Mimic Exit L1 L1 O 1 The above example shows how the Operator can reset their own PIN Note the warning about forgetting the Operator PIN you will be locked out of your own system and only have User privileges until reset If an Operator does lock themselves out FEC will be able to remotely reset Entering a new PIN is also possible via SMS RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 52 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 7 4 2 Show System Logs A number of configuration and system data are held and updated by the system This information
22. 05 118 0000 118 030 118 0250 118 055 118 0500 118 080 118 0750 118 010 118 0083 118 035 118 0333 118 060 118 0583 118 085 118 0833 118 015 118 0166 118 040 118 0416 118 065 118 0666 118 090 118 0916 Note that the 25kHz spacing channels italics are an exact frequency but that the 8 33kHz channels are not This pattern is repeated every 100kHz for all 3 040 channels RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 30 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 3 3 1 Sensitivity Setting the threshold The Threshold is the level of Received Signal Strength at which the receiver is set to detect the carrier signal so called Carrier Detect and is expressed as the power at the aerial socket By default it is set to 75dBm and can be varied between OdBm and 125dBm where OdBm is the highest level and 125dBm the lowest Great care should be exercised in setting the threshold too low less than 80dBm as noise may cause false triggers Equally if very high signal levels are experienced an attenuator may need to be introduced to the aerial feed Before changing the threshold level read the section about the display of Rssi accessed via the Tech option and described over as this will give good information about the local conditions 5 3 3 2 Click Setting the minimum PTT press period As well as setting the signal level at which the system will trigger the minimum
23. 7 on the 14 November 2014 2 The GSM module type and software version and build date and 3 The GSM signal strength on a scale of 0 no signal to 100 Max signal strength Typical operating range is 60 80 Once the data have all been displayed there is a pause of e few seconds and then the system returns to the Setup Read GSM Unit menu RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 32 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 4 1 Set GSM Numbers The system can store three numbers 1 Operator Ops This is the number of the Owner Operator It is very important to enter this number as a report will be sent to it every time there is a system change e g turn the VHF radio on or off or an operational activity on the system e g turn on the lights 2 Agency This number which is optional is the number to which only operational reports are sent This can be any third party that the Operator wishes to keep informed of activity without the bother of having to manually alert them 3 Mimic This number which is optional is the number to which only operational reports to allow remote monitoring and alerting of channel activation Set Phone Numbers Press soft keys for Ops Agncy Mimic Exit L1 E B Operator Number 441234123456 OK Delete Keypad Function Keys CAN Cancels all entry TF 441234123456 CLR Cancels last entry pe i Tm ENT Accepts number
24. Active All of the soft keys are active F1 F2 or F3 select a channel to be activated F4 selects the main menu PIN Security Check Enter PIN OOOO CH2 CH3 Menu uu x Access Via Keypad Last on By Operator CH1 CH2 CH3 00 53 A o ON When channels have been activated the legend changes To show which are on Warning Once the Menu Mode is selected the system no longer monitors the VHF or GSM receivers and will not respond to remote commands All setups should be performed when it is known that no movements requiring the lighting controller are required Setup Control Unit Note Press soft keys for Radios I O Sys Exit L1 L1 m OD RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 25 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 2 Setup Control Menu Once the correct PIN has been entered the Setup menu is entered Setup Control Unit Level 2 Setup Menu Press soft keys for The main menu options are Radios I O Sys Exit gt PI Set up and test the radios F2 Set up and test the input outputs F3 Set up and monitor system variables Setup Radio Modules Input Output Setup Setup Read Systems Press soft keys for AINE soso take y sit or Press soft keys for VHF GSM UHF Exit Aux Relays BMS Exit Clock Meteo Sys Exit N E N O LI L Li Li L1 O N O There are three main setup areas Radios Input Output Relays and System In the followin
25. C Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 4 Setup GSM SMS Unit If the GSM receiver was on when Setup was selected then the screen will appear as follows Level 4 GSM Main Menu Setup Read GSM Unit Press soft keys for F1 Toggles the GSM radio On and Off Off Setup Read Exit Solid square indicates On Ei 1 LI 0 F2 Selects the setup menu F3 Shows GSM module parameters Exit Leaves the menu with the GSM On or Off as at time of exit Setup Read GSM Unit EM UNE S IE The Received Signal Takes up to 30 secs On Setup Read Exit Strength Indicator Rssi Shows GSM signal Strength Setup Read GSM Unit Setup GSM Unit Unit Prass soft keys for Press soft keys for Of f Setup Read Exit Clock Nos Exit bis Ol D 20114 11 14 Type X9100 S W V1 14 Dated 4 8 2014 E m O O O O O GSM Rssi 65 Note that the 1 soft key is solid indicating that the GSM receiver is ON and that the soft key option is to turn it Off Pressing F1 will toggle the GSM receiver on and off and it will be left in that state on Exit The other menu options are Setup Performs a variety of configuration options on the GSM system and Selecting the Read option initiates a read of the GSM module NB It may take up to 30 seconds for the module to be read and the data displayed The data are displayed in three groups 1 Time and Date T HH MM D YYYY MM DD Example shown is 14 0
26. DD CH1 CH2 CH3 10 33 m n The timeout loops will be aborted and the system will return to the main menu Any other inputs or the wrong PIN will be ignored and the timeout continue Note that if the RLC is fitted with both VHF and GSM receivers and the Operator number has been entered the Operator will receive an SMS notification when a channel is de activated via the keypad as well as GSM Note that if a User has activated a channel s either by keypad or SMS they will not receive confirmation that the channel s have been de activated If used with a Mimic system the Mimic will always receive notification of de activation If an Agency number has been entered The Agency will always receive notification of de activation 4 3 3 Keypad Cancel of Auxiliary Input by Operator If the Auxiliary input is being used to control channel relays as in the example above then after the Operator PIN challenge above the system will ask if the Auxiliary switching is to be turned off If this is the case the following screen will appear 4 Operator Cancel Turn Aux Input Off Yes No O O If the Operator selects Yes then the following occurs 1 The Auxiliary Input is turned off 2 The Auxiliary Relay mapping is cleared and 3 All channels relays are cleared If the Operator selects No then the following occurs 1 Any channels relays not controlled by the Auxiliary Input Channel 1 in the above example are turned
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28. N pe 17 AS SEVEN 18 4 6 SMS Commands Operator FEC and OEM sansnannennnannnannnnnnnnnnnnnnnrnnnrnnnnrnnrnnrrnnenne 19 4 7 SMS Commands FEC and OEM On 20 4 8 System Response To User No Meteorological Pack fitted 21 4 9 System Response To User Meteorological Pack fitted No Altitude Set 22 4 10 System Response To User Meteorological Pack fitted Altitude Set 23 411 BIDS S emendum d MINIM eee AM d 24 4 12 System Response ToOthers nennen enne nnns 24 S Ovstelmetup and oa QUT AM 0 ss2qectcecsescacssececensxtxecsnexcecsd qoutaecdaexdcesduenacxdcoetcecdascecassoncaes 25 RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 2 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 1 System Access Menu rrnnanrnnanrnnannnnnnrnnnnrnnnnsnnnnsnnnnsnnnnsnnnnsnnnnsnnnnsnnnnsnnnnsnnnnsnnnnsnnnnsennn 25 S2 CUP COnN NONU WE 26 S ROS MONU T UU t 27 91 SED APR BE ve 28 532 OCUP VIF RECEIVE AOVAlICGU cce eere A E E 29 Dg DEWO VHF Receiver ENEE eege 30 SUNN PI 32 5 4 1 Set GSM Numbers rrrannrnrnnnenrnnnennnnnrnnnnrnnnnnrnnnnnennnnnennnnnennnnsennnnsennnnsennassnnnansnnnnnee 33 Oso AR NNN 34 UR e leid ie TTE 34 5 5 2 Default HeliLight Modes rrnnrrnnnnennanenranenvanennanennanennanennanennanennanennansnnansnnannnnnee 35 5 5 3 Commanding the HeliLights Wirelessly rrrrnnnnr
29. RTC 3f Setup RTC Date Set Minutes A kd k Set Month JAG Date 24 05 2015 zd Enter No YT EA OK New Setup RTC Time Setup RTC Year ic 12 14 07 EE M 05 24 Time 14 07 Set Year NOE Ma ain Unit Clock Set OK New Sow m puce e T NE GSM Unit Clock Set The first screen requests the hour This must be entered in 24 hour format and as a two digit number For example 9 o clock in the morning would be entered 09 and 5 o clock in the afternoon 17 Immediately that the two numbers for the hours have been entered you are prompted to enter minutes Again this is as a two digit number Immediately the minutes have been entered the time is shown bottom left screen which you can accept F1 OK or reject and start over F2 New Once the time has been correctly entered the day of the month is prompted for Again this is in a two digit format The number is checked to be in the range 01 31 but does not check against the month which is entered in the same way again being checked to be in a valid range of 01 12 Once the month has been correctly entered you are prompted for the year The system pre fills the Century 20 and accepts all years from 15 99 On completion of the above there is a screen to confirm the date with the same options as before Pressing F1 accepts the date time and sets the clocks Confirmation that the clocks have been set is displayed for a short period before returning to
30. Response To User Meteorological Pack fitted Altitude Set The standard response is shown in the screen shot of an iPhone below if a MetPak is fitted and altitude is set Pressure information is sent if the meteorological station altitude is set Note that in this example Channel 2 relay 2 has been set permanently On via the Auxiliary Input This is indicated by displaying On and no timeout period s vodafone UF gt 17 19 ke Controller ID lt Messages RLC 1 D r UO oe Event Number VHF Radio Active 122 8MHz Confirmation Channel 1 On Timeout 15 Minutes Confirmation Channel 2 On Timeout None set by Aux In Unit 1234 Event 8 Ch1 On 15 00 Ch2 On Ch3 Off Meteo Follows Confirmation Channel 3 Off Meteorological reporting option fitted information to follow Time Date stamp of transmission Sent 17 14 43 2015 07 20 in international format FEC RLC 1234 Q Meteo Alt 234ft Unofficial Weather Wind 030 12 0Knots Pressure 1022 0hPa Temperature 20 7C Dewpoint 15 3C RH 055 Controller Meteo ID Meteo altitude set Caution Wind Direction and Speed Barometric Pressure sent as Meteo Altitude set Sent 17 14 48 2015 8 0 Temperature Dewpoint Relative Humiditv Time Date Stamp RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 23 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual The SMS is just as readable o
31. The following are the Factory default settings Wem Default Setting 122 800MHz Any valid 8 33kHz channel I per relay Relay Timeout Period all 15 minutes Range 10 seconds 60 minutes 75dBm Range 0dBm 110dBm 100mS Range 1 250mS Option Of Option Off Set to Unit Serial Number Temperature Units Comment Option Auto Cannot be changed Cannot be changed Option Off O 5 OJO 5 5 Cannot be set by Operator Options mph kph Fahrenheit Celsius Note Temperature and Dewpoint Units Dewpoint change together Barometric Pressure Units HectoPascals Meteo Unit Site Altitude 0 feet Above Mean Sea Level Options mbar inHg Used to adjust pressure reading Options any combination Options any combination Options any combination Off Aux VHF 20A Max OD NO RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 65 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 9 Power Supply Unit Specification All specifications are manufacturer s data Manufacturer Meanwell Manufacturers Model No DR 30 12 Universal AC input Full range 100 240V AC 50 60 Hz Input current 1 1A Protections Short circuit Over load Over voltage Cooling by free air convection Can be installed on DIN rail TS 35 7 5 or 15 Isolation class LED indicator for power on 100 full load burn in test Approvals A 4 CBCe 10 Spare Parts The follow
32. all amount of Loctite 248 Medium Strength thread locking compound on re assembly RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 57 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 6 4 Installing the Base Unit Either by measurement or using the template in Appendix 1 mark out and drill and plug the surface to which the controller is to be fixed Fixing Holes 4 5mm dia 0 178 4 off Maximum Screw Head Diameter fix i n g 8 5mm 0 33 Recommended Screw Size h O es In Metric M4 USA No 8 e a C h corner Enclosure Dimensions 250mm by If the fixing screws are not in a convenient position for the surface on which the controller is to be fixed then the use of rails frames or battens is recommended DO NOT DRILL HOLES THROUGH THE ENCLOSURE BASE The fixing screws are in the same position as the top cover retaining screws The maximum screw diameter is 4 5mm 0 178 and a maximum head diameter of 8 5mm 0 33 Hecommended screw sizes are Metric M4 or USA No 8 of a suitable length and type for the surface Mount the base of the enclosure and ensure that the fixing screws are secure but do not over tighten as this could damage the enclosure and compromise the IP65 rating Once the base has been fitted the unit can be wired up next section Take particular care not to damage the Power Supply Unit Relay Driver board and Relays during the installation
33. ally all of the relays are off and the screen will appear as that at the top right Selecting F1 F2 and F3 activates Relays 1 3 respectively If the relay operates properly the coil current second row should indicate 100 20mA and the open box become a filled box The relay can also be heard engaging and disengaging If the optional secondary circuit current measuring transducer is being used see installation section then the current flowing in the circuit will be shown in Amps not shown above The software includes the option to register the correct circuit current value during installation and use it as part of the secondary safety validation process RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 42 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 6 4 Timers The timer option allows the time out period for each relay to be set in the range a 10 seconds to 1 minute in 10 second intervals and b 1to 60 minutes in 1 minute intervals The default setting for each relay is 15 minutes ay See Level 5 Set Relay Timeout Periods Press soft keys for We F1 F3 select Relays 1 3 CH1 CH2 CH3 Exit then F1 F2 Increases Decreases Period F3 Quits without saving and F4 Saves displayed value Relay 1 Timeout Period 15 00 ote ALERT for periods less than 1 minute Incr Decr Quit Save L L L n Relay 1 Timeout Relay 1 Timeou Period 10 00 P
34. ands available RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 11 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 4 Normal Operation 4 1 Activation by VHF When operating normally the screen will typically show the following left The screen provides all of the essential information to show the status of the system VHF On 122 800MHz VHF BM On 122 800MHz GSM BM On CEN EE On CD H 1 CH1 CH2 CH3 Menu CH1 CH2 CH3 Menu m m m IE n n E E In this case Indicating that both VHF and GSM are ON but that no channel is active As soon as a VHF signal is detected on frequency the screen will immediately change to that on the right indicating 1 Carrier Detect CD activity During a 5 second period a de facto standard for Pilot Controlled Lighting the system is counting clicks from the pilot The number of clicks CD received in the 5 second period is displayed as shown above and at the end of that period the following occurs Gk ation commet 1 2 4 60r8 or No action taken One click will be detected any time a pilot more clicks Return to standby or ground station on frequency presses their push to talk microphone button If no action is taken the screen will return to that shown at the top of the page left or if a channel is activated for example to one shown below Access Via VHF Last on By Pilot CH1 CH2 CH3 00 19 n L The above shows
35. appendix Care must be taken when performing these tests The unit switches the output relays at full circuit voltage in order to read the normal current Level 6 Power Menu Test Current tor Channel Relay i F1 F3 selects relays to setup P p p E example shown is for circuit relay 3 F4 Exit Is Power Connected amp Ch3 Current 9 48A Ch3 Current Range Ch3 Safe to Turn On Ps this Correct gt 8 53A lt 10 43A OK Yes No Exit Yes No Exit Yes No Exit M L1 Ch3 active and Accept what Reading Ch3 Current Range waiting to settle Tolerance Set gt 8 53A 210 74 3 7 for current reading 10 25 50 Exit Values Saved 1 O O O The process is 1 Ensure that the circuit s to be are fully installed and operating with all loads lights working 2 Via the menu select the channel relay to be tested circuit relay 3 shown in the above example 3 The system will ask if you are sure if it is safe to proceed if so 4 The unit switches on the desired relay and then waits a few seconds to allow the circuit to settle before measuring the circuit current which is then displayed 5 If you are happy with this reading e g is consistent with other readings you have made then accept 6 Because there will be changes in the circuit performance over time it is necessary to define a tolerance for the future readings 7 Chose an acceptable tolerance avoid too tight a tolerance 8 The acceptable range will be displayed an
36. bove In this example we have asked for Channels 1 2 and 3 to be made Active turned ON Turning the channel off again is UO000c12n The User has asked for Channels 1 Aand 2 to be made Negative turned OFF Note that in the above example 1 The channel numbers do not have to be entered in order and 2 A different number of channels can be turned on and off In the example above channel 3 would remain on until the end of the timeout period or it was turned off individually oee section 7 10 for Help Menus RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 17 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 O LO O A a m E Oo Ben C O O O C C KA M o wen O z o tc Q LLI LL User Installation and Operation Manual 4 5 SMS Commands All Users 6666 0666 ebuey NId IIWI A OWSsY 6866 0866 ebuey NId SING LLLL NId 10 8J8d0 0000 Nid Jesf eJe synejeq ed Jas 104 9po9 Nid S 24H45 WoO 934 4 Jeueg JAWIN W 40 e1edO O sN N ed 1SN SI epoo PBS Buiu2iMs liio euueuo sp ye juo pti H O dN SNJEYS sujnjeJ pue N V 5 1e onuo2 neBen N HO UO O1pes WISH suum pun poem WSS WNL HO NS9 sun Jo esado VWVNNV snes suln l Nid 0 Nid 91WIN 585 934 dd 3 pue Nid SING Mell Sjes pun van SING MPN 19S 7777 snjejs suJnjeJ Nid o Nid au sies 034 4474 9 3 pue Nid awy mau sies pun HRR VJ O T oium men 18S AAAA snjejs suJnjaJ pue Nid 10 212d0 0 Nid DE Siac O54 uge Nid 1018Je9dO Meu sies JU
37. ccept the value entered and display the new mapping bottom right Change the channels as required and then press F4 to Exit and save mapping values Seege A Level 4 UHF Main Menu Press soft keys for Pe F1 Enter Wireless Battery Light Test Menu uos iso Pul F2 Selects the RLC Setup menu F4 Exit Wireless Group Channel Group Setup Chi Controls Group 0 Enter Group 0 MM 0 0 0 Group Enter Group No lt CAN gt Quit 0000 CH1 CH2 CH3 Exit lt CAN gt Quit iere Enter HeliLight Group Enter Channel to Map Channel 1 selected RENERE bed E IG MEL m Select which HeliLight 5 0 0 lt Group Press soft keys for CH1 CH2 cus Exit DT NM We Group is controlled by Ch 1 i ek us ps E This Example Group 5 RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 37 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 5 7 Testing the RLC HeliLight Link Test Menu 1 From the UHF Wireless Light Menu previous page select Test and then when prompted enter the Group number of the HeliLight the RLC is to be tested with Note for this test only one HeliLight of the group should be on at any one time Confirmation of the Group number selected 5 in the above example Press F1 to begin the test Note that for testing the Channel Group mapping previous section is not relevant as the Group number is set just for the testing period At t
38. d again accept and store or start over NB If the limits are defined as Min 0 00A Max 0 004 the delivered default state the RLC assumes that no secondary current is being measured and will not report alarms RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 56 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 6 Installation Installation of the FEC Remote Lighting Controller must be carried out by a suitably qualified electrician with full authority to undertake work in the safety critical environment of a helipad It is recommended that a formal Statement of Works Standard Operating Procedure or similar is created and used for the initial installation and testing and all subsequent test and maintenance activities to ensure the safety of the installation and personnel 6 1 Locating the Controller The controller should be located in a secure location that is easy for operational statf to access the keypad and screen and appropriate for the aerials mains and circuit wiring The enclosure is intended for wall mounting and with suitable rails or adaptors can be frame or pole mounted Appendix 6 has a full size template for the mounting holes Although the enclosure is IP65 rated a sheltered location is recommended Keep in mind that the controller will need 1 Mains electricity supply and connection to the circuits to be controlled 2 An external VHF aerial connected and 3 An
39. d inputs Basic Power Checks In the event that neither of the above works e solate the power and remove the front cover e Visually check that all of the cable are fitted correctly e He apply power and observe determine if LEDs on PSU and Relay board are lit see earlier section e If so are the LEDs in the back of the Keypad enclosure lit If all of the above are OK but the LCD is still not backlit and the keypad does not work there is a fault that requires the unit to be returned for repair RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 67 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 12 Appendix 1 Software Updater The RLC can be updated with new software in situ FEC Software Updater To install software version 01 02 To update the software requires a Windows PC and a slu USB cable with type A plug one end and type B the tech dre eien other The installer requires neither software nor drivers to be installed on your PC the standard Windows HID Connect System to be updated ule eAGLe drivers already installed are used Software updates can be emailed to you as a self extracting zip file RLC screens are shown next page To update the software initiated through the Boot loader Switch The following is the simplest way of initiating the uploading of new software 1 Read the instructions and information contained in the readm
40. d measurement options UTYFEDPPINPEPUEUSYS Level 5 Setup Unit Operation Press soft keys for T ud F1 Restore factory default settings VAS dedo LER SR GU Warning erases all stored data Li Oo l F2 Sets the unit ID F3 Selects power options Current ID Enter New Set Factory Defaults Current ID 0000 Power Setup Options WARNING ARE YOU SURE New Unit ID 0014 LCD Heater Current Yes No Exit OK New On Auto Sense Exit N N E LI El E Restore Factory Defaults This option puts the configuration back to the factory default settings listed in the appendix WARNING All entered telephone numbers radio settings etc will be lost Unit ID FEC amp OEM only A four digit number between 0000 and 9999 can be entered to identify this unit This identifier is prefixed to all outgoing SMS messages to identify the source It is factory set and stays with the unit for life It can only be changed by FEC or the OEM RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 54 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 7 5 System Utilities There are three options 1 Configure the LCD backlight operation 2 Enable Disable the internal heater for power management and 3 Measure the circuit currents and setup the unit to alarm on errors CPSPIEREETTUDTTNU F Level 5 Power Menu LCD Heater Current NT F1 Sets LCD Backlight to Auto or On defau
41. d transmits commands to the Group lights see attachment for details 3 Key Fob Using the three buttons Covered in HeliLight Manual Notes a There is no need to switch to Wireless Mode explicitly as this mode is automatically selected when a Wireless On command is issued b When a Wireless Off command is issued the LEDs will go off but the unit will remain in Wireless Mode c An explicit command to return to Manual Mode must be made d HeliLights will only respond to commands that are specifically addressed to their set Group Or e All commands that are addressed to Group 0 zero Examples a If there are two sets of lights set to Groups 0 and 5 and a command is sent to turn on Group 5 lights only Group 5 lights will respond b If there are two sets of lights set to Groups 0 and 5 and a command is sent to turn on Group 0 lights Group 0 AND Group 5 lights will respond RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 35 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 5 4 RLC Using Channels In the same way that different relays can be associated with different channels different Groups of HeliLights can be associated in exactly the same way To associate a Group of lights with a channel select Menu gt Radios gt UHF and then Setup over Follow the instructions to map a Group number to a channel Notes a By default all channels are set to activate G
42. e file that is sent with the new software 2 Turn the unit off and disconnect from the normal The attached system already has software version 01 02 installed To install software version 01 02 power source 3 Open the enclosure as described in earlier sections open carefully and disconnect aerial and To reload the software click Install To skip the installation click Cancel connecting cable and earth wire 4 Lay the controller front panel face down on a protective flat surface 5 Double click on the update file and a screen similar to that to the top right will appear Connect the USB cable to the PC derer o 7 Hold down the Boot loader switch at the same ch Lesern eer Zeie time as connecting to the USB port on the rear of the controller image right this will power the controller from the PC ooo 8 The screen on the PC should now advise that the ee ES system is connected and the Install button will p eAGLe changed from greyed out to active 9 Click Install and the software will be automatically uploaded to the controller checked 10 A screen right confirms the update in progress FEC Software Upon o 11 When complete click finish and the window will To install software version 01 02 close Firmware version 01 02 is now 12 If Windows asks if the programme installed ok eM click yes 13 Disconnect the USB cable m 14 Reassemble the controller and turn on 0 EMI 15 The controller will now be running the new
43. ely to the PIN challenge screen above to enter your security PIN Note that the representation above is used consistently throughout the manual The FEC RLC adopts a set of simple but key principles in its mode of operation These principles which guide how the system works are outlined below RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 9 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 3 3 General The controller is designed to fail safe For example If power is lost at any time on resumption of power the controller will re start under the conditions it was in at the time of power failure If the VHF receiver had previously been set to inactive that is the state it will restart in There are a number of Types of users of the system User This is generally the pilot who has been given permission to use the system Operator This is the owner or operator of the facility Agency A third party who the operator wishes to be informed of operational activity Mimic A designated mimic panel used to remotely control and report RLC activity FEC FEC have defined access to certain options e g reset the Operators PIN OEM The Original Equipment Manufacturer has defined access to perform diagnostic and Support options The options available to FEC and OEM are explicitly defined as part of the supply agreement 3 4 Channels The RLC uses the c
44. eriod 00 40 ALERT ner Decr Quit Save Incr Decr Quit Save BR O O O L1 O O O Changes are made simply using the F1 amp F2 keys and then either quitting or saving when happy with the new value Notes 1 The provision of very short time out periods is to allow the driving of latching infrastructure either direct contactor switching or a BMS for example Such short periods would not normally be used to drive lighting circuits directly 2 Because multiple relays can be mapped to a single click value setting of differential timers for each relay allows more sophisticated control of lighting circuits As an example All three relays could be mapped to come on with 3 clicks with their timers set to a R 1 15 minutes to control the helipad lights b R 2 5 minutes to control ground movement traffic lights and c R 3 30 minutes to control the apron lights In this scenario the pilot would give a single command of 3 clicks and set all of the circuits operating turning off as set by the timers At any time the pilot could re start the sequence by pressing 3 clicks again RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 43 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 6 5 Relays Setting which relays respond to inputs By default the following mapping exists between inputs and relays set VHF 3 Clicks Relay 1 5 clicks Relay 2 and 7 Clicks
45. eriod when the controller has been commanded to turn on the lights the screen is regularly updated with a down count to the end of the Active Period and so the screen remains on See section on system setup The screen provides all of the essential information to show the status of the system VHF B On 122 800MHz Access Via VHF GSM E amp E On Last on By Pilot CH1 CH2 CH3 Menu CH1 CH2 CH3 O m B 00 19 n n The screen on the left is showing the following Line 1 The VHF receiver is ON shown by both the filled box and the word On and the operating frequency is shown in this example a US UNICOM frequency Line 2 The GSM receiver is ON shown by both the filled box and the word On Line 3 Is the legend and functional description of the function keys Line 4 Indicates the status of the channels In this example none are active open boxes and the Menu is available via the Function Key 4 below it In the screen on the right a Pilot has activated the system via VHF Channel 1 Relay 1 is active and the system menu is unavailable until the predefined time out period The timeout period is shown down counting every second 3 2 1 Entering Menu Mode To enter the Menu mode simply press the function key F4 In this paper all live options are shown PIN Security Check Enter PIN OOOO Solid Em CH1 CH2 CH3 Menu inactive buttons screens greyed out E Keypad entryis shown Bee You will be taken immediat
46. g sections we will go through each of these areas in turn To aid navigation within this document the radio cell phone HeliLight and chip images are used to represent the VHF Radio GSM Radio UHF Radio and System respectively VHF Radio UHF Radio Battery HeliLight Controller GSM Radio RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 26 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 3 Radios Menu There can be up to 3 radios in the system 1 VHF Airband receiver 2 GSM Tri band transceiver and 3 UHF Wireless modem for controlling battery lights HeliLights Not available in USA Each of the radios has its own menus The main radio menu Is as follows Setup Radio Modules Level 3 Setup Radios Menu de S SCH SE e There are three main setup areas Z Z Z VHF Airband VHF radio GSM GSM Mobile Cell radio UHF UHF radio controller of Battery HeliLights These symbols will be used In subsequent sections to aid menu navigate Setup VHF Receiver Setup Read GSM Unit UHF Wireless Light Press soft keys for Press soft keys for Press soft keys for Off Ered Nadu Exit Off Setup Read Exit Test Setup Exit D L1 L1 L1 EI CT O O O E O RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 27 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 3 1 Setup VHF Receiver Basic The Setup VHF Recei
47. ge 60 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 6 10 Basic Wiring Diagram No secondary current sense A simplified circuit diagram is shown below for a single switched circuit NB To allow the lights to be operated in the event of a unit failure it is strongly recommended that a mains by pass switch is incorporated into the circuit by a qualified electrician 2 j A2 I At en Pe 4 3 Qs 2 8 A2 q M FIAT 1 oe EG d GE de A2 I fat 1681 FEIN d GE To 12V PSU WARNING Unit must be installed by a competent electrical engineer Mains In To Circuit Notes 1 The 5A fuse in the DIN rail holder is for fusing the feed to the 12V PSU only 2 Installers can add additional DIN rail mounting Live Neutral and Earth terminals 3 DIN Rail mounting fuse holders may also be added 4 f additional items are added to the rail follow the instructions below 5 Secondary circuit load characteristics may require an external contactor DIN Rail Mounted Items DIN rail mounting terminals etc generally snap onto the rail with plastic clips either side The Earth terminal has grips onto the rail which are metal connected to the terminal block to earth the rail and actuated by the middle screw of three To add terminal blocks a Slacken the middle screw of the earth block and slide it down the rail there is no need to
48. he User functions above 2 Turn the VHF Radio On Off 3 Set new User Operator and Mimic PINs 4 Change the reporting units of the Meteorological unit 5 Obtain both the User and Operator help menus RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 16 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 4 4 3 User Example A User of the system has been given the GSM cell phone number of the controller and the current PIN in this case the default User PIN is 0000 and wishes to turn on channel 1 Example 1 Single Channel On and Off To turn the lights ON the User sends the following SMS to the Controller U0000C1A Note all commands start with the user type in this case U for User in conjunction with the PIN this forms part of the security validation Next the PIN number is sent 0000 followed by the required action In our example we have asked for Channel T to be made Active turned ON Note that lower case can be used for the C and the A and that all commands follow the same format next pages If the SMS is correct right syntax correct PIN the controller will carry out that task Turning the channel off again is U0000c1n The User has asked for Channel T to be made Negative turned OFF Example 2 Multiple Channel On and Off To turn the lights ON the User sends the following SMS to the Controller U0000C231A The User and PIN are as a
49. he cable as short as possible total max 10m 15 3 VHF Aerial The RLC is not supplied with any of the VHF aerial components required Inventory For installations with good signal strength a simple mag mount whip antenna example upper right Aviator 2 WSM 225 maybe all that is required It is recommended that a higher gain antenna is used A pole mounted air band aerial example lower right Diamond D 777 This should be specified and installed by an experienced aerial installer You are strongly recommended to fit a Static Surge Protector into the down feed example SP 350V A typical installation would need 1 1 off aerial type e g D 777 2 1 off aerial mounting bracket 3 1 off Static Surge Protector e g type SP 350V 4 1 off link cable between aerial and SP 350V fitted with PL 259 plugs each end 5 50ohm down cable length type to suit installation see Over 6 1 off PL 259 plug to connect to SP 350V and 7 50ohm BNC Plug to connect to RLC RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 73 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual VHF Cable For a long run you may want to use RG213 cable this has an outside diameter of 10 3mm For a short run you may want to use RG58 cable this has an outside diameter of 4 99mm At the controller end you will need to terminate in a BNC plug which are available for both of the above When
50. his point ensure that a HeliLight in Group selected is switched to On Steady HeliLight Manual refers Assuming that the HeliLight powered up in Manual Mode pressing F1 ON and F2 OFF will turn the HeliLight on and off Note that starting in Manual Mode when the first wireless On command is received the HeliLight will both enter Wireless Mode and turn the LEDs on When the wireless Off command is received the HeliLight LEDs will go off but the unit remain in Wireless Mode To revert to Manual Mode and perform other tests press F3 Next for test menu 2 over Level 5 Wireless Battery HeliLight Test HelilLight Test 1 F1 Issues Wireless On Command Press soft keys for on us ya DEED F2 Issues Wireless Off Command F3 Selects second Test Menu FA Exit BHeliLight Test 2 Press soft keys for Walk Man Rest Exit RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 38 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 5 8 Testing the RLC HeliLight Link Test Menu 2 Walk Test This menu enables a walk test to be performed to determine that the HeliLights are in range and both set the HeliLights to Manual Mode and restore the default wireless settings Level 6 Wireless Battery HeliLight Test F1 Starts Walk Test F2 HeliLights to Manual Mode F3 Restore Default Wireless Mode Settings FA Exit FEETNEFTT Test 2 Press
51. i HELIPORTS amp HELIPORT EQUIPMENT Juss AL a AF y Remote Lighting Controller FEC Type HP0656 7 8 User Manual Specification Diagnostics Du FEC Remote Lighting Controller Type HP065 Input 110 230V AC 50 60Hz 12V DC 30W RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Note that this manual relates to Hardware V2 2 and Software V2 02 Powered by eAGLe Light Engines e Jani Interleader Limited eAGLe ay C SE Zem a Lo FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual Contents I NNN 6 1 1 Key LE 6 PN mmm 6 2 Architecture of Remote Lighting CGontroller nnn 7 PETN 8 3 1 Keypad and LCD Display Overview 8 mo TME MIm TON uM te te ee ee eee 9 321 FONN 9 3 3 General 10 3A COINS dee 10 SE WK el ele E te ME 10 SOMME 8 210 aer rco PET 11 SEE Ee e MOT go 11 3 8 GSM SMS Operation 11 4 NAG 12 1 FANN VP 12 4 2 Activation by Keypad arennnrnnnnevnnennnrnnnnennnrnnnrnnnnennnennnrnnnnennnennrnnnnennnennnrnnnnennennsennnen 13 A3 Acivalon DY ND GLT DUN TOTUM 14 451 Display of Error E eine de 14 4 3 2 Keypad Cancel by Operator n0nnnannenannnennnnnnnnrnnnennnsrrnnrnnenrrrnrnrnnnrnsrrrrenrrnnernn 15 4 3 3 Keypad Cancel of Auxiliary Input by Operator ssssssesessesrnnsesnrrsrnrrernrrenrrrenenne 15 4 4 Activation by GSM GMG 16 4 4 1 SMS Commands and Response eer 16 4 4 2 SMS Commands and Response eer 16 AAS VP
52. ight Switch O P Output from switch Black and Green wires Twilight Switch 9 Way D Male Connector Control for adjusting light level at which switch will come on Use a small screw driver to make small adjustments waiting for 10 seconds each time to confirm the change Once installed use the Aux input screens to confirm that the switch is closing Note that the switch has a time delay of many seconds to avoid false triggers Ensure you take this into account when testing the switch RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 72 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 15 Appendix 4 Aerials and Cables 15 1 Mains Cables Switches and Fuses No external mains cables switches or fuses are supplied with the RLC It is the responsibility of the owner installer to ensure that the installation is carried out in such a manner as to ensure the safety of the installation and that it meets all of the relevant local regulations 15 2 GSM Aerial The RLC is supplied with a GSM aerial which must be attached to the socket on top or base of the unit Enclosure V1 or remotely mounted Enclosure V2 onwards For the top mounted stub aerial ensure that it is a secure fit but do not over tighten The remote GSM aerial is supplied with suitable coax cable fitted with an SMA connector An aerial extension cable may be used but to avoid undue cable losses keep t
53. ing Charging NB Battery Wireless 868MHz UHF not available in the USA 915MHz version in development RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 7 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 3 Principles of Operation 3 1 Keypad and LCD Display Overview The FEC RLC is fully configurable via the front panel keypad and screen All setup test and monitoring of the controller is carried out via the front panel keypad and LCD display many commands also possible remotely via SMS see later section There are no controls inside the case The menus are arranged in an hierarchical structure with a consistent presentation format and key operation Extensive use is made of the 4 Function Keys above the main 16 key keypad and in conjunction with changing legends on the screen intuitively guide the user through the various steps The key features of the interface are shown left LCD Screen Common Layout Line 1 indicates the menu level Eh On EE Ss SM On Line 2 provides instruction ai ped 3 Menu i F Line 3 Indicates the Function Keys function Line 4 identifies the keys and their status Function Keys 1 4 left to Right Data Entry Keypad In the example to the left The 1 line indicates VHF Radio on 122 800MHz The 2 line indicates GSM Radio on The 3 line confirms the function of each key The 4 line represents the Fu
54. ing spare parts are available and can be fitted by users 10 1 Relays Spare relays are available that can be easily fitted by the user operator The tools required to access the controller are e Medium flat tipped or PZ No 2 or PH No 2 cross head screw driver to remove cover and detach relays from rail and disconnect reconnect wiring 10 2 Other There are no other user serviceable parts Items requiring repair need to be returned to FEC RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 66 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 11 Diagnostics and Fault Finding The following are the range of simple tests that an end user of the controller can perform to be carried out in the order given Warning If the controller is mains powered the controller box will contain dangerous voltages A qualified electrician must perform all of the necessary safety checks on the unit prior to any other tests being carried out Basic Visual Checks Ensure that e The unit is properly mounted secure and appears physically undamaged e There are no signs of overheating e The wiring switches and fuses that power the unit are all working as expected Basic Operational Checks Ensure that e The PSU Status LEDs are as follows e 12 0V Lit e 5 0V Lit e 3 3V Lit e The LCD back light comes on when a key is pressed e he controller responds correctly to keypa
55. inted on A4 paper or US Letter and no scaling options are used e g do NOT use the printing option scale to fit End of Document
56. is available through this menu Level 5 Display system information Show System Data Press soft keys for Ns F1 Shows system build data Pon e fos E F2 Shows system logs F3 Shows system parameters Information is shown for 5 seconds and then returns to menu Remote Fights Contra System ID FECOO0S50 PSU Voltage 12 1V FEC HP0656 HW 02 02 Activations 1 Unit Temp EWERT SW 02 02 20 07 2015 Runtime 1H 25M LCD Backlight On c Interleader 2015 Heat on OH OM System Heater Auto System Shows the type and hardware amp software configuration History Logs Shows the system ID the number of times the unit not channels has been turned on and off activations the total unit run time and the time the heater has run for System Parameters Shows the current Power Supply Unit PSU voltage and unit temperature and the configuration of the LCD Backlight On default or Off and heater Auto Default or Off Note that if the unit is being run from a 12V battery the PSU voltage will indicate the battery voltage RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 53 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 7 4 3 Setup Unit Operation This option allows the operator to 1 Restore all of the factory set default values and 2 Set the ID number of the unit FEC and OEM only and 3 Set up power saving an
57. ll frequencies are available For example 134 810 is valid but 134 815 is not See examples on following page KO E Level 5 VHF Frequency Setting Menu Frequency 122 800MHz 8 33 25kHz Spacing Freq TLO OLLI lt Can gt Cancel lt Clr gt New Use numeric pad to enter the desired channel frequency Only valid channels are allowed cu MUTET Bw as input any others ignored 8 33 125kKH72 Spacing Freq 134 810 Can gt Cancel lt CIr gt New mmm EEE mmm Once valid channel has been entered press ENT Frequency 134 810MHz BOUL to accept and store lt Can gt Cancel lt Clr gt New lt ENT gt Accept amp Store lt CAN gt quits to main VHF menu CLR re starts channel entry Frequency Channel Setting as each number is entered it is checked to ensure that the frequency channel is valid If valid the number entered is displayed and the cursor moves to the next space Any invalid entries are ignored nothing is displayed and the cursor does not move Once all numbers have been entered the system has ensure da correct and unique channel The full frequency is displayed screen 3 and confirmation requested lt ENT gt 5 3 2 Setup VHF Receiver Advanced There are currently three menu options to 1 Set the sensitivity of the VHF receiver threshold detection level this is analogous to a squelch on earlier systems 2 Set the minimum period of the Pilot Clicks presses of the Push T
58. logical data will be appended to the text in the chosen units and corrected for station altitude if entered RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 79 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 16 5 MetPak Connections The following is provided to enable the connector to be safely removed and re fitted This should not normally be necessary A NG None PG Black with White Sleeve 1 10 Black with Green Sleeve 1 1 Green pp 00 White Black Z0 J Ground Screw Green shield wire A crimp eye can be attached after the cable is inserted 16 6 The MetPak Connector The first operation is to release the connector from the cable To do this hold the connector face down and apply pressure to each release switch in turn with a small screwdriver while at the same time gently easing the cable out Photo right Once the switches are fully depressed the wire can be easily released DO NOT FORCE or the connector will be damaged Insertion of the wires is the reverse operation hold down the switch fully insert the wire and release the switch Gently pull on the wire to ensure it is secure RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 80 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 16 7 Connecting the MetPak The following is onl
59. lt Es iii iode ec _ F2 Sets unit heater Off or Auto default F3 Selects Circuit Current setting menu Power Setup Options Power Setup Options LCD Heater Current LCD Heate Current Auto Auto Sense Exit On Off Sense Exit a L1 O O Power Setup Options Power Setup Options Test Current for LCD Heater Current LCD Heater Current Channel Relay On Auto Sense Exit On Auto Sense Exit Ch1 Ch2 Ch3 Exit a L1 Li L1 1 0O O O LCD By default the LCD display Backlight is On Optionally it can be set to Auto to save power In auto mode the backlight goes off if no key is pressed or message sent to the screen for ten minutes Touching a key or sending a message to the screen will immediately turn the back light back on again Heater By default the heater is in Automatic mode As the internal temperature of the box drops towards freezing the heater is run at increasing power to maintain the keyboard display and electronics at a temperature above freezing In a battery powered system the heater can be turned off to conserve power Sense Circuit Current Measurement Setup See over RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 55 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 7 5 1 Setup Circuit Current Measurement Units which are fitted with the optional secondary circuit measuring capability are capable of measuring AC currents up to 20A Wiring details are shown in the
60. ly open contact and break the contact for the normally closed contact Once the PSU and circuit have been checked as above the controller can be re assembled in the reverse order that it was taken apart and the front cover attached 6 11 3 Secondary Current Circuit Sensing A simplified circuit diagram for optional secondary current sensing is shown in the appendix 2 Note that this option requires a revised version of the relay and PSU interface board which must be specified at the time of ordering RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 62 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 6 12 Inserting the SIM While the front panel including the keypad and LCD are disconnected and before re assembly the SIM should be fitted The SIM is located behind a rotating flap on the back of the keypad unit below left To fit SIM 1 Slacken the two screws using a Philips PH1 2 or Pozidrive PZ2 screwdriver There is no need to remove the screws or plate 2 Rotate the flap clock wise as shown 3 Slide the plastic SIM carrier gently to the right and then pull forward 4 Insert the SIM into the plastic SIM carrier metal contacts to the left inside and the ident corner downward 5 Close the flap making sure that the SIM is in correctly aligned and properly seated 6 Slide the plastic SIM carrier to the left until a click is heard or felt 7 Rotate the flap back in
61. n and Operation Manual 2 Architecture of Remote Lighting Controller Effective operator or pilot control of Helipad Lighting is critical to the safe operation of an installation and traditional Radio Pilot Controlled Lighting PCL solutions using the VHF radio is a tried and trusted method Now there is a new way to control your lighting and peripheral circuits using FEC s new RLC which integrates both traditional VHF PCL and adds SMS control and monitoring with the option of automatic weather reporting wind speed direction temperature dew point and pressure right from your helipad FEC s RLC sits at the heart of a monitoring and control capability bringing together for the first time remote lighting control helipad weather and system reporting The architecture can be used simply to control lights or with additional meterological sensors to provide richer monitoring and reporting both by helipad operators and other agencies All of these features are under the full and secure control of the owner operator and are the basic building blocks on which future FEC developments will be built RLC Version adds direct BMS input and 3 outputs Remote Lighting Controller Systems Architecture FEC Remote Lighting Controller Type PORE input 119DIN AC M n UV OC me Local Monitoring r amp Control Battery Wireless Lighting Control Fixed Lighting Control and and Monitoring Monitoring Weather Information Data Logg
62. n older handsets but may require scrolling to read all of the message If the controller had failed to make the channel active then in this example it would read C1 Inactive If the controller has been configured to measure the channel current and validate that it is within limits then a message to this effect will be appended to the Ch n status line 4 11 Help SMS s Users the Operator FEC and the OEM can all request help screen s which give a summary of the commands available via SMS The request is User Type PIN e g U0000 Users Receive Help Menu 1 with the commands available to them Operators Receive Help Menus 1 and 2 the extended commands available to Operators FEC amp OEM Receive Help Menus 1 2 and 3 with the reserved commands available to FEC and OEM The screen shots below are of the three Help Menus RLC Help Menu 1 RLC Help Menu 2 RLC Help Menu 3 4 12 System Response To Others Every time that the controller changes state or makes a channel active or inactive at the Operators option the above message will also be sent to any or all of the following 1 Operator Receives all state changes to the controller 2 Agency An Operator agreed number that will receive operational changes only 3 Mimic The designated Mimic panel Examples 1 If the Operator turns the VHF radio receiver off only the Operator will receive confirmation of that If a User Turns the lights on via SMS the
63. nction Keys Note that in some menus the boxes in the 4 line also give the current status of that function For example in the Test Output O P test mode the relays can be set and unset individually As they change state the squares change from open to solid to indicate the active state Note that in some menus more information is provided and hence the exact layout above not followed The approach is the same and where there are differences instructions provided F4 usually marked Exit returns to the previous level in the menu and in many screens accepts the conditions set in that menu If Marked Quit then that screen is discarded before return Repeatedly pressing F4 will bring you back to the main menu RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 8 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 3 2 The Main Screen The top menu is not really a menu at all but rather the main status display page with two main options 1 select the menu or 2 directly activate a Channel By default the screen remains lit all of the time To save power particularly useful in battery powered installations the LCD screen back light can be set to Auto in which case it goes out 30 seconds after the last key was pressed or the screen was refreshed To re activate the backlight simply momentarily touch any key and the screen will light up for another 30 seconds During an Active P
64. ng packaging Warranty RLC Version 2 Issue 2 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 4 VHF PCL GSM SMS Keypad or Aux 118 to 137 MHz 8 33kHz gt 90dBm Any channel within the Air Band BNC External remote mounted Not supplied Tri Band Operators choice subject to coverage Account recommended or pre pay SMA Connecior for remote mounted aerial Supplied SMA Connector for remote mounted aerial Supplied 3 relay normally open Max 5W 24V DC 0 25A peak 1 high impedance 12V output ground to operate IP65 general IP65 and vandal resistant 25 C to 50 C 25 C to 80 C ROHC Compliant except exempt items radios 100 240V AC 50 60Hz 5A 20mm Fuse 12V DC 10V 15V DC 12V DC 3 watts approx 240V AC 9 10W 12V DC 2 25 watts approx 240V AC 8 33W 12V DC 6 25 watts approx 240V AC 11 55W 12V DC 10 watts maximum DC AC 30 watts including optional winter heater 3 off 20A Relays 1 NO 1NC DIN rail mounting 3 off M16 Cable glands 10mm max cable diameter M12 Cable gland M12 Cable gland Measurement of Secondary Circuit Current Height 11 280mm Depth 6 5 165mm Width 7 180mm ABS 2 5kg 5 5lbs 3 9kg 8 6lbs 2 years return to FEC excluding relays 22 July 2015 Page 64 of 83 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 8 Factory Default Settings
65. o Talk PTT button which will trigger the system and 3 Read the radio parameters in real time This is an essential part of the setup process RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 29 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 3 3 Setup VHF Receiver Advanced nt EE p Level 5 VHF Setup Advanced Menu JG LE NU F1 Selects VHF Signal Strength Threshold Sens Click Tech Exit F2 Selects Period of Pilot Clicks F3 Reads the VHF receiver The Received Signal Strength Indicator Rssi Is updated every second to allow signals to be measured F4 Exits F1 amp F2 Increase or Decrease the values F3 Saves the value displayed F4 Quits without change Set VHF Threshold Setup Click Period Status OK Rssi 093 Threshold 080dBm Period 50ms Frequency 134 808MHz Decr Incr Save Quit Incr Decr Save Quit Thold 071 E UE e L1 oO oO L1 N oO o o H W V02 S W V05 Exit VHF Status Frequency reading Note that in the screen extreme right the frequency is displayed as 134 808MHz even though the channel selected is 134 810 This is because the channels are a simplified and rounded down or up representation of the frequency used A table showing the first 16 channels versus their frequency is shown below The user does not need to know any of this detail 118 000 118 0000 118 025 118 0250 118 050 118 0500 118 075 118 0750 118 0
66. of cables In anticipation that many installations will only require two cables to be fitted one of the cable glands is fitted with a nylon plug to ensure integrity of the enclosure if only two cables are required To use this gland simply remove the plug If replacing do not over tighten as this may permanently damage the gasket 6 5 Installing the GSM aerial The GSM aerial is shipped attached to in the outer packaging Carefully remove it from the plastic bag and screw onto the external aerial connector Do not over tighten as this may permanently damage the aerial or socket but ensure it is fully home Be careful when handling the front panel to ensure that the aerial is not damaged RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 58 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 6 6 Electrical Installation It is recommended that mains cables are fixed first to avoid damage to aerial or signal cables If the FEC RLC is to be operated from a mains power supply it must be connected to the supply using a fused double pole isolator The controller has a maximum power consumption of 30watts so if the supply is only powering the controller the switched circuits being separate then a 5 Amp fuse should be used If the same supply is to be used both to power the controller and the switched circuits then the cable switch and fuse rating need to be sized accordingly WARNING If
67. on in international format RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 21 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 4 9 System Response To User Meteorological Pack fitted No Altitude Set The standard response is shown in the screen shot of an iPhone below if a MetPak is fitted but altitude NOT set If the meteorological station altitude is not set no pressure information is sent 00500 vodafone UK amp 7 41 Controller ID lt Messages RLC 1 cw VHF Radio Active 122 8MHz Confirmation Channel 1 On Timeout 14 Mins 59 Secs o lt a Confirmation Channel 2 Off sti ted Confirmation Channel 3 Off vent 3 VHF On 122 800 Meteorological reporting option Ch1 On 14 59 fitted information to follow Ch2 Off Ch3 Off Time Date stamp of transmission Meteo Follows in international format Sent 17 11 28 2015 07 20 Controller Meteo ID FEC RLC 1234 Q Caution Meteo altitude not set Meteo Alt Not Set Caution Unofficial Weather Wind 030 12 0Knots Wind Direction and Speed Pressure N A Temperature 20 7C Barometric Pressure not sent as Dewpoint 15 3C Meteo Altitude not set RH 05596 Temperature Sent 17 11 32 2015 07 20 Dewpoint Relative Humiditv Time Date Stamp RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 22 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 4 10 System
68. oncept of Channels to control which of the control relays are activated by VHF commands The default settings are as follows Keypad Action VHF Action Default Relay Activated Soft Key 1 Pressed Relay 1 activated Soft Key 2 Pressed Relay 2 activated soft Key 3 Pressed Relay 3 activated Note that any combination of relays can be activated instead of the defaults see later section 3 5 VHF Operation If VHF is Active then the controller will be activated if 3 5 or 7 presses of the aircraft microphone switch are made in a 5 second period by an approaching pilot on frequency This will turn on whichever relay s have been assigned to channels 1 2 or 3 respectively for the periods previously set by the operator default 15 minutes for each relay There is no restriction as to who can use the VHF part of the controller If it is active and someone is on frequency they can operate it During this period the Menu option is not available but additional channels can be activated by pressing the microphone switch again Each time a channel is set the timeout period for that relay is reset RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 10 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 3 6 Keypad Operation If the controller is at the main menu level waiting for input or a channel s is already active pressing function button 1 2 or 3 will invoke the PIN
69. operators may require that as part of the operational validation the current in the lighting circuit is measured to ensure that the current flowing is as expected calibrated at the time of installation To achieve this the PSU and Relay interface Board has a non contact current measuring transducer for each circuit left Each transducer is capable and calibrated to measure AC currents up to 20A and the software is designed to detect this circuit current The inclusion of these measuring devices does not complicate the wiring other than requiring that a single conductor is passed through the hole in the centre of the device Note that current measuring cannot be performed on the circuit current if a contactor or other secondary switching device is used A simplified circuit gegen is shown below for a single switched circuit with current sensing To 12V PSU CHA 51 EER SESCH D A2 tol Relay TES WARNING Unit must be installed by a competent electrical engineer Mains In To Circuit Follow the instructions given in the earlier section RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 70 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 14 Appendix 3 Aux Input and BMS Output The following is the Aux Input BMS Output Pinouts AUX BMS 1 12v 2 BMS1 COM 3 BMS1 NO 4 BMS2 COM 5 BMS2 NO 6 BMS3 COM 7
70. password challenge which if successful will then turn on Channels 1 2 or 3 Only a User or Operator with the correct password can activate the system in this way During this period the Menu option is not available but additional channels can be activated by repeating the above action Each time a channel is set the timeout period is reset 3 Keypad Cancel lf any channel has been set On via VHF GSM or keypad input the Operator can terminate all of the timeout periods To do this 1 Press the lt CAN gt key 2 Enter Operator PIN The timeout loops will be aborted and the system will return to the main menu Any other inputs or the wrong PIN will be ignored and the timeouts continue 3 8 GSM SMS Operation Operational activity is limited to the User and Operator only as follows Action en Operator Comment Obtain Status oe All service requests require a correct PIN Turn Turn Channel s ON Turn Channel s ON Turn Channel s OFF Note a User can turn a channel OFF only if they previously turned it ON An Operator can always turn channels OFF irrespective of who turned it ON Tum VHF RadioOwo v ooo Set User Operator and d Mimic PINS Obtain Meteorological data Only with optional Meteorological package Confirm Meteorological Units vs o Change Meteorological Units PN e g wind speed from knots to mph Obtain Help Menu A User receives 1 text of help the Operator 2 covering the extended comm
71. ple of iterations over a number of days are required to achieve the required accuracy RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 47 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 7 3 Meteo Setup Units The Meteo option allows the height of the meteorological station to be defined and to cater for the wide variety of parameters used worldwide the units the meteorological data will be presented in to be set The Meteorological instrument pack MetPak includes sensors to measure Wind direction and speed Temperature Dew Point Relative Humidity and Pressure The pressure reading assumes that the sensor is at 0 feet AMSL Before the unit is used and will report pressure information the height of the sensor above or below mean sea level must be entered into the unit It is also necessary to confirm what units the system will report in Level 4 Setup Meteo Settings WW F1 Selects Meteo altitude setting AN LE F2 Selects Meteo parameter settings L1 a L1 O T F3 Selects the Test Utility F4 Exit to previous menu Setup For Meteo Pack Press soft keys for Set Meteo Units Takes up to 10 secs Wind Temp Press Knots DegC hPa Save Set Meteo Altitude Set Meteo Units Level 5 Meteo Unit Settings Altitude oft Wind Temp Press F1 Cycles Knots MPH amp KPH lt CAN gt Cancel lt ENT gt OK MP H DegF inHg Save New Altitude 1 o o m F2
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74. roup 0 i e any channel will control any active wireless HeliLights b This is how you have been using the RLC amp Wireless HeliLight to date 5 5 5 SMS Direct Control In the same way that you can activate a channel by SMS you can activate a Group of HeliLights Example User turns on Group 2 HeliLights U0000H2A Notes a This method does not require any mapping of Groups to Channels as it directly addresses the wireless lights b Both Group Channel mapping and direct addressing can be used simultaneously c Additional commands will be added to the SMS structure to allow more sophisticated programming of the lights RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 36 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 5 6 Setting up the UHF Transceiver Before using the RLC to operate Battery HeliLights it is necessary to both define the channel to HeliLight Group mapping and to test that the lights are operating correctly and that they are in range of the RLC Setting the Channel to Group Mapping This operation can be performed without any HeliLights To configure the mapping select F2 Setup and the screen centre will appear confirming which Groups are mapped to the 3 channels default is Group 0 Press F1 F3 to select which channel is to be configured and the screen middle right will prompt for the Group number Enter 0 9 The system will a
75. software validated in Show Systems Data menu E RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 68 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual RLC Software Update Screens Below is the sequence of screens that the RLC will display as the new software is loaded indicating progress DO NOT interrupt the process once started If the process needs to be repeated start from beginning of the process Appendix 1 Load new software Step 1 Hold down Boot loader FECT Upate KW Dear deene switch and insert USB cable Step 2 Run self extracting FEC Updater V 01 10 ud upgrade file B Started gt Erasing FEC Updat r es bh Started gt Erased FEC Updater V 01 Started gt Erased Eee FEC Updater V 01 10 Started gt Erased Code Written OK PEC wn Lez Restart Ina EISE een 2 S W Ver 02 02 EE FEE STE ENE The first that the RLC is started after a software update pay attention to the initialisation screen and confirm version of software is as expected Repeat with the correct version if not RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 69 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 13 Appendix 2 Secondary Current Sense Option PSU and Relay interface Boards fitted with Current sensors are an optional extra some markets and
76. sott keys for The main menu options are Aux Relays BMS Exit WU F1 Setupthe function of the Aux switch F2 Set up and test the output relays F3 Test the BMS interface BMS Relay O P Test BMS1 BMS2 BMS3 On On On Exit Aux Input Open Output Setup Test BMS Relay O P Test Mode Off Press soft keys for BMS1 BMS2 BMS3 Of f Aux VHF Save Time Logic lest Exit Of f On Off Exit L1 L1 L1 P L1 O L1 L1 E oO The Aux BMS interface on the RLC supports 1 input and 3 outputs The Aux input can be configured to different tasks See next page with a variety of inputs Examples of electrical input options are shown in the appendix The relays can be set up logically to respond to different numbers of clicks from the pilot s VHF radio the period the relays come on for can be set and the relays operation tested To enable faults detected by the RLC to be effectively interfaced to a Building Management oystem BMS there are 3 BMS relays whose contacts are open until a fault is detected at which point the contacts close Note that these are low voltage small current devices for signalling only and must never be used for power switching or similar There are example wiring diagrams in the appendix RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 40 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 6 1 Auxiliary Input Setup and Testing When in this menu the
77. tatus of the relays and also confirm that the latest activation is via the keypad and by either a User or the Operator a function of the PIN code used The system will down count for the time out periods just as it would for a VHF input Note that if the RLC is fitted with both VHF and GSM receivers and the Operator number has been entered the Operator will receive an SMS notification when a channel is activated via the keypad as well as VHF and GSM This allows the Operator to maintain awareness of all channel activations however triggered With the exception of Keypad Cancel see later section once activated the Menu option is unavailable and any key presses on the keypad are ignored other than F1 F4 and CAN This is a safety feature to ensure no compromise of the operation once initiated RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 13 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 4 3 Activation by Auxiliary Input The BMS Aux Input has an input detect capability that can be configured to turn 1 or more relays on without timeout for the period that the input is active This feature is useful where an external switch is required to over ride other commands and turn a circuit s on and leave it on Details of how to set this feature up are included in sections 5 6 and 5 6 1 Examples of switching inputs are shown in the appendix Once enabled and then activated
78. td 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual Multiple Aerials Where an RLC is to be installed at a facility with other Airband VHF transmitting devices a separate aerial must be used for the RLC To avoid interference or damage to the RLC the RLC and other device s aerials should be either 1 Located some distance apart horizontally greater than 10 meters or 2 If located on the same mast aligned vertically one above the other with an ideal separation of at least 2 meters The drawing below gives the general layout SY se Oe Gap as large as practical RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 75 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 15 4 UHF Aerial If the RLC has been specified with a UHF interface to control Battery HeliLights then the enclosure will be wired for the external UHF aerial Supplied with the unit and an external SMA connector provided on the base of the enclosure Version V4 The position of the UHF aerial connector is as below initi GSM Transceiver Triband 617 VHF Receiver V2 8 33kHz AY 330 i HF Transceiver Zulu UHF Aerial socket is on the side of keypad enclosure The UHF socket is on the side of the keypad enclosure where indicated Care should be taken when removing and fitting the plug and it is best gently tightened with a slim
79. that Chanel 1 Relay 1 is active ON and that the system is timing down The time out period is 0 minutes 19 seconds At the end of this period the channel will be de activated At any time the pilot can re activate the same channel or activate a different channel by pressing their PIT again the required number of clicks The channels requested will be activated and its time out period begin counting down again RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 12 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 4 2 Activation by Keypad At any time other than during menu operations touching any of the three channel keys F1 F3 will immediately challenge for a PIN number The system will accept either a valid User or Operator PIN If a correct PIN number is given the system will then activate the selected channel relay This method of activation is a secure and convenient way of activating the lights if the helipad is manned Note that even if a channel has already been activated by a different user route as above it is possible to re activate the same channel to extend the timeout period or activate a different channel In the example below Channel 1 Relay 1 was already active and then the Operator has activated Channel 2 Relay 2 and started its time out Access Via Keypad Last on By Operator CH1 CH2 CH3 05 53 03 39 O ON The screen will display the s
80. the circuits to be switched are fed from a separate isolator it is imperative that this is also isolated before work is commenced 6 7 Circuit Connectors and Cable Entry V4 enclosure The Picture below shows the connectors and cable entry arrangements on the bottom of the base for RLC V2 units 3 Mains in out cable glands 1 with blanking plug Meteorological Cable Gland without blank plug Aux BMS Cable Gland without blank plug UHF connector Position if fitted GSM connector 6 8 Relays Three 20 Amp Finder type 22 23 relays are fitted to the controller Each has 1 Normally Open NO and 1 Normally Closed NC contact set as shown in the schematic box right Optionally Finder type 22 22 with 2 NO contact sets each can be fitted A2 A el Relay 1 HP0656 Finder 22 23 Relay Connections 3 A1 Coil DO NOT TOUCH A2 I 1 A2 Coil DONOT TOUCH Relay D IIl 1 NO1 3 2 COM1 3 NC2 A2 J r eh gn l Relayl3 4 COM2 ek Top view as mounted in base RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 59 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 6 9 Mains wiring The arrangement of the base units is shown below V4 Enclosure 12V DC 30W Mains PSU 100 240VAC 3 off 20A Relays TNO 1NC PSU and Relay Interface Board GSM connector 3 Circuit Current VHF BNC Sensors connector DIN Rail
81. the main menu RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 46 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 7 2 Calibrating the System Real Time Clock selecting Clock then Cal from the previous menus enters the clock calibration process Oscillator Trim 012 Level 5 RTC Calibration Continue calibration Yes Quit F1 Continue with calibration F4 Quit without change A trim value of 10 equals 1 second a Oscillator Trim 012 day approximately NM NL a F1 Increases the trim value incr Decr Quit Save o o F2 Decreases the trim value F3 Quits without change F4 Saves the current value The current trim value is shown in the top right hand corner of the screen If calibration is required select F1 Yes otherwise press F4 to quit without change If calibration is selected the lower screen is displayed Use the F1 and F2 buttons to increase the value of the trimmer and then either quit or save Note that the mid point of the trimmer is 000 Values above this make the clock run faster and below this slower To calibrate the clock first determine by how much the clock is drifting to give a start point for the calibration To increase the speed of the clock by approximately 1 second per day increase the trimmer value by 10 In the example above this would mean taking the trimmer value from 012 to 002 It maybe that a cou
82. the screen will appear as follows Access Via Keypad Last on By Operator CH1 CH2 CH3 10 33 E n ON In this example Channel 2 relay 2 had been previously activated This is indicated by the solid square showing below the relay designation oince being activated by the auxiliary input Channel 1 relay 1 has been activated by the Operator via the keypad and the timer is counting down All the time that the auxiliary input is active a similar screen to that above will remain Other channels may be activated and will operate normally 4 3 1 Display of Error Conditions If the system determines that there is an error in activating a circuit this will be communicated two ways a The LCD screen will show which channel is in error See screen below b The relevant BMS output will be made and c The Operator will receive an SMS confirming this if the Operator number has been entered into the system Access Via Keypad Last on By Operator CH1 CH2 CH3 09 13 E Error ON In the above example Channel 3 is in error RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 14 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 4 3 2 Keypad Cancel by Operator At any time when the channel s are active the Operator can terminate the timeout periods turn the lights Off To do this 1 Press the CAN key 2 Enter the valid Operator PIN PIN Security Check Enter PIN
83. to place and gently re tighten the screws 6 13 Final Assembly Re attach the ribbon cable s between the front panel unit and the base unit Re attach the VHF aerial cable to the BNC socket Re assemble the front cover to the base unit and tighten the retaining screws firmly but not too tight Take care that 1 All connectors and cables are secure and that they are not caught in anything 2 The enclosure retaining screws are screwed in evenly and firmly but not too tight You are now ready to configure the unit section 6 RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 63 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 7 Summary Specification Controller modes VHF Frequency Range Channel spacing V2 Receiver VHF Sensitivity Frequency selection VHF aerial GSM Bands Network Tariff GSM aerial UHF aerial If UHF option selected BMS Output BMS Aux input Degree of protection LCD and Keypad protection Unit operating temperature System Storage temperature Compliance Operating voltage AC Electrical Protection RLC not circuits Operating voltage DC Max voltage range DC Power standby LCD Backlight On Power standby LCD Backlight Off Power all relays active Power GSM transmitting Max power consumption Relay capacity Cable Entry Mains Cable entry MetPak V4 Enclosure Cable entry Aux BMS V4 Enclosure Monitoring Option Size Enclosure material Weight with shippi
84. tting Clock Meteo Sys Exit and calibration F2 Selects Meteo menu F3 Selects Setup System menu RTC Real Time Clock Setup For Meteo Pack Setup System 11731 424 2015 04 22 Press soft keys for Press soft keys for New Cal Exit Alt Units Test Exit PINs Logs Unit Exit 1 P m 1 gt LI m m Clocks The FEC RLC V2 has two battery backed up Real Time Clock Calendars RTC The main system hosts the primary RLC which supports system related clock and timing functions The secondary RLC is on the GSM sub system and provides all incoming and outgoing SMSs with time date information Both clocks are set simultaneously so there is only one clock setting routine over The system RTC has been calibrated during manufacture but maybe calibrated by the Operator to adjust for fast or slow running Meteo Essential setup and testing options are available from this menu option Unit Includes infrastructure and power management RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 45 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 7 1 Set Real Time Clocks selecting Clock then New from the previous menus starts the clock setting process Level 5 Clock Setting Setup RTC Time Setup RTC Date Set Hours 206 Set Day BEN Use keypad amp Fn Keys Enter No 9000 Enter No dein To set Time amp Date Setup RTC Time 3E Setup
85. tude Altitude Oft lt CAN gt Cancel lt ENT gt OK New Altitude 234 The current stored altitude 0 feet default as shipped is displayed and the new absolute altitude prompted for A maximum of 5 digits are allowed In the example above 234 feet has been entered Press ENT and the system prompts whether this figure is Above or Below Mean Sea Level Press F1 or F2 as appropriate In the example above AMSL is chosen and the system immediately confirms that the new value has been set The altitude cannot be changed by SMS command RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 49 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 7 3 2 Meteo Setup Test selecting Test from the Meteo Menu will enter a test loop where the RLC will continually search for the MetPak and read the MetPak if found Level 5 MetPak Test Utility Continuously reads from MetPak Press EA to Exit Takes up to 10 secs Takes up to 10 secs Takes up to 10 secs No MetPak found MetPak Data Error Wind 030 012Knots Temp 20 Press 1013hP Exit O Exit Ll Exit O Screen is as above if Screen is as above if Screen is as above if no MetPak feed is found and MetPak feed is found but MetPak feed is found data trean EE We data stream is OK Press F4 to Exit S i Note units are the default Press F4 to Exit may take a second or values and pressure may take a second or two to respond
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87. urity e FCC EU approved Integrated tri band GSM Telemetry Engine for SMS control e Secure PIN code protected SMS commands to monitor and control your installation e Secure SMS status reporting check out your installation before taking off e Remotely activate Channels 1 2 or 3 and have the status sent straight back to your mobile e 3 Status relay contact outputs for BMS interface e Auxiliary input for switching or BMS control of VHF receiver e Three 20 Amp heavy duty relays in the box Enables linked peripheral shutdown e Local and remote test and diagnostics integrated into the unit e Very low power consumption Approx 3W idle and less than 30W max including internal winter heater e Operates from 110 240V AC 50 60Hz or 12V DC ideal for solar and batteries e Weather station interface for meteorological information from your helipad Options e Wireless Battery HeliLight control not in USA 1 2 Part Numbers Standard Equipment Combined VHF and SMS Unit VHF Only Unit SMS Only Unit HP0656 HP0657 HP0658 Optional Extras Remote Mimic Panel Meteorological Station Secondary Circuit Current Measurement HP0655 HP0659 HPTBC FEC and Interleader Ltd have a policy of continuous product improvement and reserve the right to change specifications of products See website for latest details RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 6 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installatio
88. uts from VHF GSM or keypad do not time out VHF Mode Selecting VHF mode enables the VHF receiver to be disabled from triggering the relays all the time that the Aux line is closed If VHF Mode is set and the Aux line is open then normal relay switching will occur Note direct keypad and GSM circuit switching is not disabled in this mode only VHF input RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 41 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 6 2 Output Setup and Testing There are three options for setting up and testing the output relays 1 Setting the time out period for each relay 2 Mapping the relays to the number of clicks from a VHF transmitter and 3 lesting the relays iT eee Level 4 Setup Output Test Press soft keys for N F1 Selects Relay Timeout period pex mes e Ech SECH MT F2 Selects Relay logic setting F3 Selects Relay Test mode Level 5 Test Relays Circuits F1 F3 select Relays 1 3 OK Current 100 20mA Activation Timeout Clicks Chan vs Relay Press soft keys for Chi Ch2 Ch3 CH1 CH2 CH3 Exit 3C ik SC ikea S ONE S QUE O 0O B m L1 0O LI Time out Period for Channel Clicks Each relay Relay Mapping 5 6 3 Testing the Relays and Circuits Each Relay and circuit can be tested in turn After initial installation tests this is the first function that should be performed Relays are tested from the same screen Initi
89. ver menu enables 1 The VHF receiver to be turned On and Off also available to Operators via SMS 2 The operating frequency of the controller to be set to any channel in the VHF Airband in the range a 118 000 136 975MHz with 25kHz channel spacing and b 118 000 136 990 with 8 33kHz amp 25kHz channel spacing 3 Select further setup advanced options Setup VHF Receiver EI Level 4 VHF Main Menu RN d A A F1 Toggles the VHF radio On and Off Solid square indicates On F2 Any Airband frequency to be set F3 Selects the VHF sub menu Exit Leaves the menu with the To TITTET VHF On or Off as at time of exit Press soft keys for RLC V2 Receivers support Du un E 8 33 25kHz Channel spacing Setup VHF Receiver Frequency 122 800MHz Setup VHF Advanced Press soft keys for 8 33 2SkHz Spacing Press soft keys for On Freq Adv Exit Ereg IRN CIEL Sens Click Tech Exit OD L1 E oO lt Can gt Cancel lt Clr gt New 1 OD 1 O Note that the VHF radio is toggled On Off using F1 and is set in that state when exiting the menu using F4 A solid square means On and the action of the function key is to turn it off RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 28 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 5 3 1 1 VHF Frequency Setting The international channel convention for 8 33kHz provides 16 channels per 100kHz of bandwidth and as a consequence not a
90. ver over the Meteo 9 Way D Type socket on the rear of the RLC keypad 2 Remove the 2 screws holding the connector shell together and separate the two halves making sure that the cable gland inserts and retaining screw are not lost 3 Remove the blanking plug from the cable gland in base of the RLC and pass sufficient of the MetPak data cable through to make an easy connection with the unit At this stage do not tighten the cable gland 4 Using a small bladed screw driver carefully connect the pre prepared wires according to the following table DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE CREWS Black White Black Green DS 1 x gt gt Black Red ned No Connection Earth Wire Gi we Fit the connector into the shell as shown opposite with the cable glands and then the retaining screw 6 Refit the second half of the shell and replace screws 7 Crimp the 4mm Piggy Back connector supplied onto the earthing wire opposite 8 Fit the connector to the RLC and tighten the retaining screw by hand only 9 Fit the Piggy Back connector to the back panel earth bonding point and connect the earth lead to it 10 Re assemble the RLC and commission over RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 78 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 FEC Remote Lighting Controller HP0656 User Installation and Operation Manual 16 4 Commissioning the MetPak Via the RLC menu Screen enter the Meteo Setup Menu Meteo gt PIN gt Sys gt Meteo gt Test
91. y applicable if the cable has had to be removed from the MetPak connector box e g to fit a longer cable The entry cable gland of the connection box is fitted with both an IP rated sealing ring and also a spring steel cable grip internal to the connector This allows a cable to be easily pushed into the box but stops it being withdrawn Take care to insert only sufficient cable to make the connection see photo below for guidance If the cable does have to be withdrawn release the lock nut fully and withdraw all of the cable gland clamp components The order of activity is 1 Open the box lid 2 Slacken the cable gland note leave the blanked one RO Pass sufficient cable through the gland to allow easy connection Fit each of the wires in the correct position in the connector e Note it is much easier to push the connector fully home and then fit the wires as described on the previous page Either fit a crimp eye to the screen wire or make a loop as shown in photo and attach to the Grounding screw and re tighten Double check that all wires are secure by gently pulling each in turn He tighten the cable gland sufficiently to make a seal Refit the box lid and re tighten screws oecurely mount the MetPak and ensure it is level and facing north ERE QUID RLC Version 2 Issue 2 22 July 2015 Page 81 of 83 Interleader Ltd 2015 17 Appendix 6 Mounting Template The template below is at a scale of 1 1 if this document is pr

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