Advisor Guide Pedestrian Signal - Campbell Company Pedestrian
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1. The AGPS requires two mounting holes tapped to secure the Base Station to the utility pole run A 4 conductor cable run is required from the Signal Power Interface SPI which resides in the Pedestrian Signal Head to the base station 2 3 System Operation The AGPS utility is a user friendly application that communicates to the CPU internal to the Base Station Secure configuration prevents unauthorized tampering with settings and operational modes The utility is easily launched from the computer giving the user full access to all features and configurations Hover tool tips appear with each setting in the utility providing information about the desired functionality Utility Version The Utility Version Number can be found in the Utility under Other gt About Utility Updates Contact Campbell Company for the latest AGPS Utility version updates and installation instructions Document Name Page 8 of 20 Company 2014 All rights reserved Campbell Company AGPS User Manual 3 Installation 3 1 Installing the system Installation of the AGPS requires placement of the SPI in the Pedestrian Signal Head and the Base Station on a utility pole A four conductor cable must be routed between each Base Station and its associated SPI The Base Station replaces any existing pedestrian push button mounted on to the poles and connects to the push button wires The four conductor cable from the Base Station connects to the SPI s 12 VDC termina2. rights reserved Campbell Company AGPS User Manual 1 Introduction 1 1 Purpose RT The purpose of this document is to define the functionality B sse operations and maintenance of the Advisor Guide Accessible Pedestrian Signal This document serves as the sole To Finish Cross reference for the scope of the system functionality to be delivered by Campbell Company Any change to the scope of the project or the Functional Specifications will require agreement via the change control process defined in the agreement between Campbell Company and the end user 1 2 Scope This document will explain the software functionality installation maintenance and safety requirements associated with the Advisor Guide Pedestrian Signal 1 3 System Organization The Advisor Guide Accessible Pedestrian Signal is an independent Accessible Pedestrian Signal device that interfaces over a USB configuration utility that runs on any Windows XP or higher with net 4 0 or UNIX like systems operations software device AGPS Advisor Guide Pedestrian Signal SPI Signal Power Interface Base Stations Utility Rev 1 3 X Firmware 1 3 X Document Name Page 5 of 20 O Company 2014 All rights reserved Campbell Company AGPS User Manual 2 Features 2 1 Product Overview The Advisor Guide Pedestrian Signal AGPS is a fully integrated accessible pedestrian station FIPS that provides the pedestrian with visual tactile and audible
3. the Advisor Guide sees a conflict it will turn off all pedestrian crossing indications vibro tactile motor turn off speaker and stop any audio output and remain silent Document Name Page 17 of 20 Company 2014 All rights reserved Campbell Company AGPS User Manual 5 Appendix A Acronyms Abbreviations amp Definitions Term Meaning Accessible Pedestrian Signal A device that communicates information about pedestrian signal in a non visual format such as audible tones verbal messages and or vibrating surfaces MUTCD Adapter Plate An aluminum plate that mounts to the base station to display crosswalk signs Audible Beaconing Use of sound to provide directional orientation and alignment information in the clearance phase Audio File A file format for storing digital audio data on a computer system Automatic Gain Control AGC An APS volume control that is automatically responsive to ambient background sound Base Station Fully integrated APS station that contains the Mico controller push button speaker adapter plate Clearance Interval Indicator Tones sounding during the pedestrian clearance interval that are differentiated from the WALK interval indicator tones COM Port Serial communication port Conflict Monitor Unit The CMU monitors the outputs of the traffic controller and if a fault is detected the CMU puts the intersection to FLAS
4. 2008 TAC 6 1 Obtaining Documentation The following sections provide sources for obtaining documentation from Campbell Company 6 1 1 World Wide Web You can access the most current AGPS technical documentation on the World Wide Web at the following site http www pedsafety com gt Support tab 6 1 2 Product Documentation Technical documentation will be sent electronically on the date your product ships On line technical documentation is also available at http www pedsafety com 6 1 3 Documentation Feedback If you are reading Campbell Company product documentation on the Internet you can submit technical comments on the support website You can e mail your comments to tonyQpedsafety com To submit your comments by mail use the response card behind the front cover of your document or write to the following address Attn Publications Manager Campbell Company 450 West McGregor Drive Boise Idaho 83705 We appreciate your comments Document Name Page 20 of 20 Company 2014 All rights reserved
5. Campbell Company Advisor Guide Pedestrian Signal User Guide Advisor Guide Pedestrian Signal AGPS User Guide 906 0001 Revision C1 e January 20 2014 Campbell Company AGPS User Manual opg Campbell Company 450 W McGregor Drive Boise Idaho 83702 USA Tel 1 208 345 7459 Fax 1 208 345 7481 Last edited 20 January 2014 This document is copyright 20 January 2014 by Campbell Company All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced transmitted transcribed stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without prior written permission from Campbell Company All copyright confidential information patents design rights and all other intellectual property rights of whatsoever nature contained herein are and shall remain the sole and exclusive property of Campbell Company The information furnished herein is believed to be accurate and reliable However no responsibility is assumed by Campbell Company for its use or for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties resulting from its use The Campbell Company name and Campbell Company logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Campbell Company All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Document Name 906 0001 Advisor Guide User Maunal Rev C1 docx Company 2014 All rights reserved
6. H with all red lights flashing rather than displaying a potentially hazardous combination of signals Extended Press On APS holding the pedestrian push button down from 1 3 seconds may activate special features including audible beaconing and extended pedestrian clearance interval Page 18 of 20 Document Name Company 2014 All rights reserved Campbell Company AGPS User Manual Interface SPI Night Mode Ability to set volume by time of day EE Campbell Company s audio output consist of three major component s Quiet Signal Forward facing speaker Rapid Decline AGG Night mode sound Technology reduction Signal Power Power source that interfaces with Pedestrian Signal Head power for Base Station interface A set of wav files that include all files in a station locator tone Template Kr E H acknowledgement location information Walk and clearance indications USB Port USB docking hub on Base Station Utility Application to interface with Base Station Waveform Audio File Format WAV is a Microsoft and IBM audio file wav file format standard for storing audio Document Name Page 19 of 20 O Company 2014 All rights reserved Campbell Company AGPS User Manual 6 Appendix B Related Documentation Document Title Version Location 1 MUTCD 2009 MUTCD 2009 Edition 2 Americans with Disabilities Act 1996 ADAAG 3 Transportation of Canada
7. Maximum time in seconds for walk message to play Locator Period Time in seconds between locator repetitions Extended Press Time Time to hold the button to get an extended press Repeated Ack Period Sets time in seconds between repeated acknowledgement message Set to zero to disable Walk Delay Sets time in seconds to delay the walk message Sync Call Synchronize outputs of two pedestrian stations e None Acts like and independent station e Regular Press Target station acts as if a regular Press were made e Extended Press Both stations activate as if an extended press were made e Button Bypass Operation only when button must place call without power VIB Intensity Adjust the vibration intensity of the Walk indication Volume Two settings adjust volume for non locator indications and locator tone independently Document Name Page 13 of 20 Company 2014 All rights reserved Campbell Company AGPS User Manual e Non Locator Volume Adjusts the volume of the audible messages or percussive tones or indications e Locator Adjusts the locator volume Night Mode Independent settings by time e Start Begin night mode volume settings e End Terminates night mode volume settings Volume GUI Volume increase Refer to Figure 1 e Non Locator AGC Adjusts the response for audible messaging independently Volume over ambient adjustment made by moving Volume slope e Locator AGC Adjusts the response of the locat
8. Page 2 of 20 Campbell Company AGPS User Manual Advisor Guide Accessible Pedestrian Signal Owner s Manual Revision C1 906 0001 Date January 20 2014 Document Revision History Revision Description Date Rev A New Release 6 18 2012 Rev B 1 2 0 Software 9 14 2012 Rev C 1 3 1 Software 6 pos connector 10 16 2012 Rev C1 1 3 6 Software 1 14 2014 Software Firmware Version Version Version Update Revised By Date Utility Firmware 1 0 1 tbrennan 6 19 2012 Utility Firmware 1 2 0 tbrennan 9 14 2012 Utility Firmware 1 3 1 tbrennan 10 16 2012 Utility Firmware 1 3 6 tbrennan 1 13 2014 Document Name 906 0001 Advisor Guide User Maunal Rev C1 docx O Company 2014 All rights reserved Page 3 of 20 Campbell Company AGPS User Manual Table of Contents 1 2 3 4 1 1 1 2 1 3 2 1 2 2 2 3 3 1 3 2 4 1 6 1 agate e EE EE EE ee ee eres 5 PURPOSE ER EE NE RE ME 5 Clicca di 5 ENEE 5 Felis 6 GT ge TEE 6 COMPONENT Lella lea 7 ANN 8 EE RR I OP RA ORI ORIO 9 Ieren 9 SYSTEM OPERATIONAL CHECK FOLLOWING INSTALLATION iii 9 System Configuration EEN 11 ERRORS MALFUNCTIONS AND EMERGENCIES i 17 Appendix A Acronyms Abbreviations amp Definitions 18 Appendix B Related Documentation n 20 OBTAINING DOCUMENTATION siriaca 20 Document Name Page 4 of 20 Company 2014 All
9. S User Manual Advisor Guide Utility Configuration BW Advisor 2011 Configuration File Other Help Day Night Audio Files Misc Settings Max volume Operational Mode H z I EPAPS I Vib Call Pulse rap Volume 5dB ia Jor z above amb Walk Timeout Min volume ga indino Figure 1 Document Name Page 12 of 20 O Company 2014 All rights reserved Campbell Company AGPS User Manual Setting and Operational Mode Features On the main Day configuration page is where the settings reside Mode APS Operational function e Off No audible visual or tactile output e Default Full APS functionality e EPAPS Extended Press APS activates audible features on extended press e RRFB For use with a Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon or other flashers Vib Call Pulse Vibro tactile feedback at push button when depressed Recall Places a call every cycle Clearance Interval e Nothing Default independent operation e Destination Beaconing Destination station provides target beaconing for pedestrian to locate NOTE AGPS must be connected to another station same phase and an extended press must be made to have the destination beaconing tone play in the clearance phase e Countdown Audible countdown of the clearance phase Note Will need two cycles to calibrate Flashing Don t Walk time Walk Timeout
10. al files if you need to restore the factory default audio messages Campbell Company also keeps a copy of the original audio files for record Advisor Guide Utility Audio Files Document Name Page 15 of 20 O Company 2014 All rights reserved Campbell Company AGPS User Manual Favor Confgur File Other Help Day Night Audio Files Misc Audio Files Locator Joctor60wav Open Location WattoCrmss Phiwav gt Open Wak WakSinisONtoCoss Phiwav ZZ Coen Destination Beacon E Beac Il wav Open Upload 1 gg ESCH Ba Fig 2 How to Set Time on the Utility To change or set time go to the Misc tab in the utility See Figure 3 Read Time Reads time from the Base Station Set PC Time Sets time from PC Set Time Sets time manually Firmware Upgrades To download the latest utility versions and firmware contact Campbell Company for an electronic copy Open Hex Select Firmware File flash firmware rev Document Name Page 16 of 20 Company 2014 All rights reserved Campbell Company AGPS User Manual Advisor Guide Utility Misc File Other Help Day Night Audio Fies Misc 01 14 2014 17 55 40 ew Log Clear Log Fig 3 4 1 Errors Malfunctions and Safety Features Within each Base Station is a microcontroller which continuously checks for the state of the Walk and Don t Walk status from the Pedestrian Signal Head In an event
11. c This will result in an error while downloading audio files into the utility except when in countdown mode Document Name Page 14 of 20 Company 2014 All rights reserved Campbell Company AGPS User Manual Free audio and recording programs Audacity is an example are available on the web studio quality microphone and an area that is isolated from external noise is beneficial to record quality messages Audio files are easily transferred from the utility with a click of a button To change an audio file go to the Audio File tab in the utility See Figure 2 here you have the ability to change the following files 1 Locator 2 Acknowledgement 3 Location 4 Walk 5 Destination Beacon The audio files must be available on the computer To select an audio file simply click the open button next to the desired audio file and select When changing single or multiple audio files a complete template must be selected locator acknowledgement location and walk and saved as a file This will allow for use on multiple stations without having to create a new template for each station Once you have completed this for the remaining files save it to your computer then upload it to the Base Station A Tone Generator function is available for building customized tones At the top of the utility select gt Other Make Tone File Here you have the option to choose the frequency and duration You can easily upload the origin
12. information about the intersection crossing at the pedestrian station The AGPS is designed to monitor the output signal to the walk display while utilizing the existing wires from the traffic control cabinet A locator tone tells a pedestrian that the crossing is equipped with APS and where it can be found An extended press provides specific intersection information and access to additional functions The audible walk tone or message is accompanied by a vibro tactile indication during the visual walk display Optional clearance phase indications may provide additional information to the pedestrian where appropriate Each Advisor Guide Pedestrian Signal is configured at the factory but customization and set up are simply obtained through its USB port and a laptop A computer utility allows the user to change settings for customization Please carefully read the contents of this manual in its entirety so you fully understand the many functions and options the system provides Standard Features e Independent time of day night settings e Independent non locator and locator AGC settings e Volume range 0 100dB e Audio output options Default plus four options e Beaconing or synchronized operations e Button rated at 100 x 10 actuations e Utility for data and audio file transfer e Report download capability in csv format Document Name Page 6 of 20 Company 2014 All rights reserved Campbell Company AGPS User Manual Custo
13. is present at the clearance phase Flashing Don t Walk unless in beaconing or countdown mode 6 Recheck all units for a full cycle to ensure all options and features operate as desired Document Name Page 9 of 20 O Company 2014 All rights reserved Campbell Company AGPS User Manual 7 Depending on intersection location factory default settings for volume AGC and vibo tactile settings may require modifications Proceed to the System Configuration section for details 8 When you are satisfied that all units are working properly install signs on each Base Station Document Name Page 10 of 20 O Company 2014 All rights reserved Campbell Company AGPS User Manual 4 System Configuration The AGPS comes with a user friendly utility that configures each station While the APGS comes configured from the factory some installations require modifications to audible messages or functionality to best fit the needs of the cross walk location The configuration utility can be downloaded and launched on any number of computers that will be used in the field A directory of sound files will need to be placed on each of the respective laptops for access Before establishing communications with the Base Station open the folder named FTDI and install drivers This will start automatically if the laptop is connected to the internet when plugged into the AGPS Next open up and launch the utility See Figure 1 If a NET framewor
14. k error occurs double click and run dotNetFx40 Full setup exe NOTE If drivers are not installed prior to plugging in the AGPS to the computer driver problems will ensue Install drivers and restart the computer Remove the USB port cover on the side of the Base Station plug in the USB cable into the port To down load the factory settings from AGPS click on the large Read from Station button at the bottom left hand corner The values from the Base Station are now available in the utility for viewing modification or to be saved in a directory to be used in other stations To submit changes in the settings from the utility to the AGPS controller click on the large Write to Station button on the bottom right hand corner The values from the utility are now uploaded into the Base Station Failure to upload will result in unchanged settings in the base station Once the utility is closed all modified values are lost unless they are saved To save the configuration to the PC click on File gt Save Configuration This will the save the values in a directory for future use This is beneficial for modifying multiple stations at different locations without having to reconfigure the utility for each station manually Numerous configurations can be saved on the computer for future use To access a configuration click on File gt Open Configuration Document Name Page 11 of 20 Company 2014 All rights reserved Campbell Company AGP
15. ls From the pedestrian signal head s display power terminal 16 AWG stranded wires are supplied for connection to the 120 VAC Walk Don t Walk and Common to the 120 VAC terminals on the SPI If the sync function is desired between two stations both stations must be on same pedestrian call circuit Installation of an AGPS station utilizing a two man crew takes approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour assuming no complications SEE INSTALLATION MANUAL FOR DETAILED FOR DETAILED INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Warning SPI leads will become live wires 120 VAC when one lead is hooked up Jer System Operational Check Following Installation 1 The AGPS comes fully configured at the factory When first powered up an audible locator tone will be present By removing the USB port cover at the side of the Base Station a red LED System On just below the port should be flashing continuously in the Base Station cavity 2 Depress the push button and verify the red LED turns on with an audible message Wait If field wires from the traffic controller are connected to the station verify that a call is transmitted to the traffic controller 3 When the Walk Signal is On verify the Walk Phase message or percussive tone is present and the vibro tactile button vibrates concurrently 4 Repeat again with an extended press and verify the red LED turns on with an audible location message 5 Afterthe Walk Phase message verify an audible locator tone
16. m Message and Sound Options The Advisor Guide APS comes fully programmed with audio files from the factory but we give you the option to create your own custom messages in a simple wav format that can be easily uploaded via USB port from any computer Second languages gender narrative and special percussive tones can be easily created and uploaded e Locator Tone e Acknowledgement e Location Message e Walk Phase Message e Destination Beacon e Audio Countdown Specifications Advisor Guide Base Station See product drawing specifications and electrical requirements for Base Station Signal Power Interface SPI See product drawing specifications and electrical requirements for SPI 2 2 Components Each Advisor Guide Accessible Pedestrian Signal includes the following e Base Station Pedestrian Push Button Station e Signal Power Interface SPI Power supply for Base Station e AGPS Utility Configuration e Adaptor plate Mounts Pedestrian signs of various dimensions e USB Cable Type B One per installation e Sign e Mounting hardware e Installation instructions Document Name Page 7 of 20 Company 2014 All rights reserved Campbell Company AGPS User Manual USB Configuration Utility The computer based configuration utility is designed for Windows XP or higher w net 4 0 or UNIX like operating system A USB cable type B connection is required for the base stations connection Mounting Requirements
17. or tone independently Volume over ambient adjustment made by moving Volume slope e Decrease Limit Maximum AGC allowed to decrease Lower right hand vertical bar e Increase Limit Maximum AGC allowed to increase Top right hand vertical bar Location City State Intersection Cross Street for reference CC Used to identify Campbell Company SO for customer for information regarding intersection How to Create and Update Audio Files in the AGPS The Advisor Guide APS comes fully programmed with audio files from the factory Campbell Company generates custom messages for the intersection from information on the intersection worksheet submitted to at the time of order placement An electronic copy of the audible files is available to the customer at time of delivery and should be kept for future use In addition a full audio library is available at Campbell Company should your requirements change or by request of pedestrians Campbell Company provides English and Spanish messages male or female voices and an array of tones for your required specification Campbell Company uses a wav file format for its audio messaging and recommends this format if you decide to create your own The utility will accept any recording sample of bit rate however for optimal recording performance contact Campbell Company s technical support for tips and on best known methods for optimal recording Note The summation of all audio files used cannot exceed 27se
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