ADB Safegate RELIANCE AGLAS-C User manual

RELIANCE Intelligent Lighting
Remote Control Device (AGLAS-C)
Remotes
User Manual
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A.0 Disclaimer / Standard Warranty
CE certification
The equipment listed as CE certified means that the product complies with the essential requirements concerning safety and
hygiene. The directives that have been taken into consideration in the design are available on written request to ADB
SAFEGATE.
ETL certification
The equipment listed as ETL certified means that the product complies with the essential requirements concerning safety and
FAA Airfield regulations. The directives that have been taken into consideration in the design are available on written request
to ADB SAFEGATE.
LED Product Guarantee
Where applicable, per FAA EB67 (applicable edition), ADB SAFEGATE L858(L) Airfield Guidance Signs are warranted against
electrical defects in design or manufacture of the LED or LED specific circuitry for a period of 4 years. ADB SAFEGATE LED light
fixtures (with the exception of obstruction lighting) are warranted against mechanical and physical defects in design or
manufacture for a period of 12 months from date of installation; and are warranted against electrical defects in design or
manufacture of the LED or LED specific circuitry for a period of 4 years per FAA EB67 (applicable edition).
Note
See your sales order contract for a complete warranty description. In some specific cases, deviations are (to be)
accepted in the contract, which will supersede the standard warranty.
Standard Product Guarantee
Products of ADB SAFEGATE manufacture are guaranteed against mechanical, electrical, and physical defects (excluding lamps)
which may occur during proper and normal use for a period of one year from the date of installation or 2 years from date of
shipment and are guaranteed to be merchantable and fit for the ordinary purposes for which such products are made. ADB
SAFEGATE L858 Airfield Guidance Signs are warranted against mechanical and physical defects in design or manufacture for a
period of 2 years from date of installation per FAA AC 150/5345-44 (applicable edition).
Note
See your sales order contract for a complete warranty description.
All Products Guarantee
LED Products of ADB SAFEGATE, manufactured and sold by ADB SAFEGATE or its licensed representatives, meets the
corresponding requirements of FAA, ICAO and IEC.
ADB SAFEGATE will correct by repair or replacement per the applicable guarantee above, at its option, equipment or parts
which fail because of mechanical, electrical or physical defects, provided that the goods have been properly handled and
stored prior to installation, properly installed and properly operated after installation, and provided further that Buyer gives
ADB SAFEGATE written notice of such defects after delivery of the goods to Buyer. Refer to the Safety section for more
information on Material Handling Precautions and Storage precautions that must be followed.
ADB SAFEGATE reserves the right to examine goods upon which a claim is made. Said goods must be presented in the same
condition as when the defect therein was discovered. ADB SAFEGATE furthers reserves the right to require the return of such
goods to establish any claim.
ADB SAFEGATE’s obligation under this guarantee is limited to making repair or replacement within a reasonable time after
receipt of such written notice and does not include any other costs such as the cost of removal of defective part, installation
of repaired product, labor or consequential damages of any kind, the exclusive remedy being to require such new parts to be
furnished.
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ADB SAFEGATE’s liability under no circumstances will exceed the contract price of goods claimed to be defective. Any returns
under this guarantee are to be on a transportation charges prepaid basis. For products not manufactured by, but sold by ADB
SAFEGATE, warranty is limited to that extended by the original manufacturer.
This is ADB SAFEGATE’s sole guarantee and warranty with respect to the goods; there are no express warranties or warranties
of fitness for any particular purpose or any implied warranties of fitness for any particular purpose or any implied warranties
other than those made expressly herein. All such warranties being expressly disclaimed.
Liability
WARNING
Use of the equipment in ways other than described in the catalogue leaflet and the manual may result in personal
injury, death, or property and equipment damage. Use this equipment only as described in the manual.
ADB SAFEGATE cannot be held responsible for injuries or damages resulting from non-standard, unintended uses of its
equipment. The equipment is designed and intended only for the purpose described in the manual. Uses not described in the
manual are considered unintended uses and may result in serious personal injury, death or property damage.
Unintended uses includes the following actions:
•Making changes to equipment that have not been recommended or described in this manual or using parts that are not
genuine ADB SAFEGATE replacement parts or accessories.
•Failing to make sure that auxiliary equipment complies with approval agency requirements, local codes, and all applicable
safety standards if not in contradiction with the general rules.
•Using materials or auxiliary equipment that are inappropriate or incompatible with your ADB SAFEGATE equipment.
•Allowing unskilled personnel to perform any task on or with the equipment.
© ADB SAFEGATE BVBA
This manual or parts thereof may not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means,
electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, nor otherwise, without ADB SAFEGATE BVBA’s prior written consent.
This manual could contain technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. ADB SAFEGATE BVBA reserves the right to revise this
manual from time to time in the contents thereof without obligation of ADB SAFEGATE BVBA to notify any person of such
revision or change. Details and values given in this manual are average values and have been compiled with care. They are not
binding, however, and ADB SAFEGATE BVBA disclaims any liability for damages or detriments suffered as a result of reliance
on the information given herein or the use of products, processes or equipment to which this manual refers. No warranty is
made that the use of the information or of the products, processes or equipment to which this manual refers will not infringe
any third party’s patents or rights. The information given does not release the buyer from making their own experiments and
tests
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 Safety.........................................................................................................................................................................................1
1.1 Safety Messages.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1.1 Introduction to Safety...................................................................................................................................................................................2
1.1.2 Intended Use.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.1.3 Material Handling Precautions: Storage................................................................................................................................................ 3
1.1.4 Maintenance Safety....................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.1.5 Arc Flash and Electric Shock Hazard........................................................................................................................................................3
2.0 RELIANCE Remote.................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Manual Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................................5
2.1.1 How to work with the manual................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1.2 Terms....................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
2.2 AGLAS Remote Introduction...................................................................................................................................................................................6
2.2.1 Individual Lamp Control & Monitoring System .......................................................................................................................6
2.2.2 General.............................................................................................................................................................................................................10
2.2.3 Illustration....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
2.2.4 Checking the Device....................................................................................................................................................................................11
2.2.5 View of the device with connections....................................................................................................................................................12
2.2.6 View of the device with connections....................................................................................................................................................13
2.2.7 Theory of Operation....................................................................................................................................................................................14
3.0 Installation..............................................................................................................................................................................17
3.1 Installation in a Transformer Pit...........................................................................................................................................................................17
3.2 Connection to the Series Transformer and the Light Fitting(s)...............................................................................................................18
3.3 Utility Remote Enclosure Wiring Diagram.......................................................................................................................................................20
3.4 Earth Grounding........................................................................................................................................................................................................21
3.5 Safety Instructions....................................................................................................................................................................................................21
3.6 Replacing an RELIANCE Remote......................................................................................................................................................................... 21
4.0 Modes of Operation of an RELIANCE Remote.................................................................................................................... 23
4.1 Frequency Scan..........................................................................................................................................................................................................23
4.2 Operating Mode........................................................................................................................................................................................................23
4.2.1 Self-test Mode...............................................................................................................................................................................................23
4.3 Switch Status of the Connected Lights.............................................................................................................................................................23
4.4 Switch Status under Special Circumstances....................................................................................................................................................24
4.4.1 Power-up Mode............................................................................................................................................................................................ 24
4.4.2 Fail-safe Mode...............................................................................................................................................................................................24
4.4.3 Delayed Start/Stop.......................................................................................................................................................................................24
4.5 Spreadsheet................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 25
4.5.1 A sample spreadsheet would contain:.................................................................................................................................................25
5.0 Parts.........................................................................................................................................................................................27
5.1 Spare Components...................................................................................................................................................................................................27
A.0 SUPPORT................................................................................................................................................................................ 29
A.1 ADB SAFEGATE website..........................................................................................................................................................................................29
A.2 Recycling......................................................................................................................................................................................................................30
A.2.1 Local authority recycling...........................................................................................................................................................................30
A.2.2 ADB SAFEGATE recycling.......................................................................................................................................................................... 30
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1.0 Safety
Introduction to Safety
This section contains general safety instructions for installing and using ADB SAFEGATE equipment. Some safety instructions
may not apply to the equipment in this manual. Task- and equipment-specific warnings are included in other sections of this
manual where appropriate.
1.1 Safety Messages
HAZARD Icons used in the manual
For all HAZARD symbols in use, see the Safety section. All symbols must comply with ISO and ANSI standards.
Carefully read and observe all safety instructions in this manual, which alert you to safety hazards and conditions that may
result in personal injury, death or property and equipment damage and are accompanied by the symbol shown below.
WARNING
Failure to observe a warning may result in personal injury, death or equipment damage.
DANGER - Risk of electrical shock or ARC FLASH
Disconnect equipment from line voltage. Failure to observe this warning may result in personal injury, death, or
equipment damage. ARC Flash may cause blindness, severe burns or death.
WARNING - Wear personal protective equipment
Failure to observe may result in serious injury.
WARNING - Do not touch
Failure to observe this warning may result in personal injury, death, or equipment damage.
CAUTION
Failure to observe a caution may result in equipment damage.
Qualified Personnel
Important Information
The term qualified personnel is defined here as individuals who thoroughly understand the equipment and its safe
operation, maintenance and repair. Qualified personnel are physically capable of performing the required tasks, familiar
with all relevant safety rules and regulations and have been trained to safely install, operate, maintain and repair the
equipment. It is the responsibility of the company operating this equipment to ensure that its personnel meet these
requirements.
Always use required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe electrical work practice.
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1.1.1 Introduction to Safety
CAUTION
Unsafe Equipment Use
This equipment may contain electrostatic devices, hazardous voltages and sharp edges on components
• Read installation instructions in their entirety before starting installation.
• Become familiar with the general safety instructions in this section of the manual before installing,
operating, maintaining or repairing this equipment.
• Read and carefully follow the instructions throughout this manual for performing specific tasks and
working with specific equipment.
• Make this manual available to personnel installing, operating, maintaining or repairing this
equipment.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures required by your company, industry standards and
government or other regulatory agencies.
• Install all electrical connections to local code.
• Use only electrical wire of sufficient gauge and insulation to handle the rated current demand. All
wiring must meet local codes.
• Route electrical wiring along a protected path. Make sure they will not be damaged by moving
equipment.
• Protect components from damage, wear, and harsh environment conditions.
• Allow ample room for maintenance, panel accessibility, and cover removal.
• Protect equipment with safety devices as specified by applicable safety regulations
• If safety devices must be removed for installation, install them immediately after the work is
completed and check them for proper functioning prior to returning power to the circuit.
Failure to follow this instruction can result in serious injury or equipment damage
Additional Reference Materials
Important Information
•IEC - International Standards and Conformity Assessment for all electrical, electronic and related technologies.
•IEC 60364 - Electrical Installations in Buildings.
•FAA Advisory: AC 150/5340-26 (current edition), Maintenance of Airport Visual Aid Facilities.
•Maintenance personnel must refer to the maintenance procedure described in the ICAO Airport Services Manual,
Part 9.
•ANSI/NFPA 79, Electrical Standards for Metalworking Machine Tools.
•National and local electrical codes and standards.
1.1.2 Intended Use
CAUTION
Use this equipment as intended by the manufacturer
This equipment is designed to perform a specific function, do not use this equipment for other purposes
• Using this equipment in ways other than described in this manual may result in personal injury, death
or property and equipment damage. Use this equipment only as described in this manual.
Failure to follow this instruction can result in serious injury or equipment damage
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1.1.3 Material Handling Precautions: Storage
CAUTION
Improper Storage
Store this equipment properly
• If equipment is to be stored prior to installation, it must be protected from the weather and kept free
of condensation and dust.
Failure to follow this instruction can result in equipment damage
1.1.4 Maintenance Safety
DANGER
Electric Shock Hazard
This equipment may contain electrostatic devices
• Do not operate a system that contains malfunctioning components. If a component malfunctions,
turn the system OFF immediately.
• Disconnect and lock out electrical power.
• Allow only qualified personnel to make repairs. Repair or replace the malfunctioning component
according to instructions provided in its manual.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or equipment damage
1.1.5 Arc Flash and Electric Shock Hazard
DANGER
Series Circuits have Hazardous Voltages
This equipment produces high voltages to maintain the specified current - Do NOT Disconnect while
energized.
• Allow only qualified personnel to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair tasks.
• Only persons who are properly trained and familiar with ADB SAFEGATE equipment are permitted to
service this equipment.
• An open airfield current circuit is capable of generating >5000 Vac and may appear OFF to a meter.
• Never unplug a device from a constant current circuit while it is operating; Arc flash may result.
• Disconnect and lock out electrical power.
• Always use safety devices when working on this equipment.
• Follow the recommended maintenance procedures in the product manuals.
• Do not service or adjust any equipment unless another person trained in first aid and CPR is present.
• Connect all disconnected equipment ground cables and wires after servicing equipment. Ground all
conductive equipment.
• Use only approved ADB SAFEGATE replacement parts. Using unapproved parts or making
unapproved modifications to equipment may void agency approvals and create safety hazards.
• Check the interlock systems periodically to ensure their effectiveness.
• Do not attempt to service electrical equipment if standing water is present. Use caution when
servicing electrical equipment in a high-humidity environment.
• Use tools with insulated handles when working with airfield electrical equipment.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or equipment damage
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2.0 RELIANCE Remote
Reliance™ Remotes – User Manual
General notice: other product names used here are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective
companies.
Remote
Master
2.1 Manual Introduction
•This document provides detailed information how to correctly install and maintain Airfield Ground Lighting Automation
System RELIANCE remotes.
2.1.1 How to work with the manual
1. Be familiar with the structure and content.
2. Carry out the actions completely and in the given sequence.
2.1.2 Terms
General Aviation Terms and Acronyms that you may encounter using our manuals.
Table 1: Terms
Term Definition
ALCMS
Acronym for Airfield Lighting Control Monitoring System. An ALCMS
incorporates many components that are used to control and monitor
an airport’s entire airfield lighting system. The ALCMS may include
Touch Screens for lighting control, Maintenance Center(s) for data
viewing and archiving, Electrical Lighting equipment for CCR control
and monitoring.
CCR
Abbreviation for Constant Current Regulator. The CCRs are located
within the Airfield Lighting Vault (ALV). They produce a constant
current output to the airfield series circuit that light the airfield
lighting fixtures.
Reliance™ Remore, Master, PC
ADB SAFEGATE’s trademarked abbreviation for Airfield Ground
Lighting Automation System which is a term that describes the
technology used to transmit and receive data across airfield lighting
series circuit cabling.
Remote
Unit installed in the airfield (normally in pull-pits or base cans) which
provides control and monitoring of individual or blocks of light
fixtures. Each Remote has its own unique address for control and
monitoring data communication to the Master.
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Table 1: Terms (continued)
Term Definition
Master
Unit installed within the lighting vault that provides the means for
data communication on the airfield series circuit cables. The Master
is connected in parallel (across) to the output of the CCR. Each series
circuit that contains Remotes must also have a Master installed at the
CCR.
Control Panel
This term is used to reference the device used to control and monitor
the controllable stopbars and the associated lighting equipment. The
control panel could be either an L-821 style pushbutton panel or a
Touchscreen style control panel. The control panel is located in the
Air Traffic Control Tower cab.
SMGCS
Acronym which means Surface Movement Guidance and Control
System. SMGCS is an organized system created to improve and
enhance low visibility operations.
2.2 AGLAS Remote Introduction
2.2.1 Individual Lamp Control & Monitoring System
Compliance with Standards
FAA: Approved for use with SMGCS Systems. This includes both Stop Bar and Runway Guard Light control/monitoring
according to AC 150/5340-28 (Current Edition); manufactured to AC 120-57 (Current Edition).
ICAO: Complies with CAT I/II/III ICAO lamp supervision requirements. Supports A-SMGCS for enhanced aircraft guidance in all
weather conditions. Supports safety of airport operations by integration in runway safety nets.
IEC: Developed in accordance with IEC 61508
Introduction
The RELIANCE® Intelligent Lighting (IL) is ADB SAFEGATE's state-of-the art individual lamp control and monitoring system.
RELIANCE Intelligent Lighting provides a radical leap in performance over prior airfield power line carrier systems. The system
is designed to communicate on the existing airfield series circuit power line without requiring separate dedicated cabling.
Uses
RELIANCE Intelligent Lighting provides distributed intelligence in the airfield to control and monitor a variety of airfield
lighting devices. It can be used in the following applications:
•Key component of (Advanced-) Surface Movement Guidance Control Systems: (A-)SMGCS
•Stop bar control and monitoring: taxiway routing support.
•Elevated and in-pavement Runway Guard Light (RGL) control and monitoring, CAT II/III monitoring support.
•Failed-lamp detection and location identification.
•Interface with aircraft/vehicle presence sensors (option).
•Selective control and monitoring of various airfield lighting devices.
The system provides relevant information concerning the status of connected airfield lighting devices to both airport
maintenance and air traffic control personnel.
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Furthermore RELIANCE Intelligent Lighting:
•Supports the optimization of traffic volume, flexibility, maintainability and airside safety.
•Ensures reliable guidance for aircraft on the ground during CAT I, II or III conditions, increasing safety and reducing the
risk of runway incursions.
•Automatically detects and reports lamp failures, decreasing downtime and maintenance costs.
Customer Benefits
•Faster, predictable and more robust power line carrier communication method ensures highest reliability even for long
airfield circuits that contain large number of lamps.
•Increased number of slots per day as a result of higher traffic throughput and better control of ground traffic movements.
•Flexible routing functionality and safe operation under all traffic and environmental conditions resulting in reduced ATC
workload.
•Precise control of each segment of runways, taxiways, and stop bar lighting.
•Adjacent lamp failure reporting.
•Most economic solution for modernization projects through power line communication on existing circuits.
•Easy future upgrade of installed RELIANCE Intelligent Lighting systems.
•A step-by-step migration strategy can then be implemented.
•Optimized planning of runway and taxiway maintenance downtimes.
•Worldwide availability of our regional Technical Service staff for technical support and site services on short notice.
RELIANCE Intelligent Lighting Platform II Technology
•Communicates using a radio frequency signal imposed on the high- voltage airfield series circuit cable - no separate
communication cable needed.
•Communication quality is automatically optimized for each series circuit in a permanent background process.
•New communication principle together with forward error correction drastically reduces signal disturbance caused by
impulse and narrow band interferences.
•Main system elements: RELIANCE IL Master (in the substation), RELIANCE IL Remotes (for individual control and
monitoring of lights in the field). In addition, RELIANCE IL Utility Remote for communication with and energy supply for
local field sensors.
Features
•No separate communication cable required. RF signal on high voltage power cable for lighting control.
•Most cost-effective and proven solution for existing ground lighting systems.
•User friendly integrated web server allows easy operation and system status recognition.
•Up to 11 different frequency bands can be used in parallel, and up to 32 different timeslots which allow an increase in the
number of independent communication channels up to 176.
•Fast and predictable switching times through the use of reliable communication methods and limited repeater levels.
•Synchronizing of control systems in different vaults by Ethernet in compliance with IEEE 1588.
•Single Frequency Network system includes an automatic network configuration function. This functionality provides for
dynamic communication adaptation in all environmental conditions (such as humidity variation). The system dynamically
checks repeater settings and automatically sets them, even if a Remote in the communication path has failed.
•Less crosstalk due to symmetrical design of coupling components (transmit and receive path), independent
communication channels and lower transmission power compared to similar systems in the market.
•Can be used as a stand-alone monitoring system or integrated with an ALCS (Airfield Lighting Control System).
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•Individual control of different functions in one lamp circuit. For example, a combination of Stop Bar and Lead-In Circuit.
•Optional Runway Guard Light Remotes, automatic start and net-synchronous Wig-Wag operation, independent from
Master meeting FAA requirements.
•Firmware and application software can be downloaded into either the Master (substation) or Remotes (field units).
•State-of-the-art diagnostic tools provide a quick overview about communication behavior. Network management system
provides detailed routing statistics to ensure reliable communication quality.
•Communication measurements can be taken in advance within one day to analyze existing airfield infrastructure.
•Field sensors can be integrated via Utility Remotes into the RELIANCE Intelligent Lighting lamp control and monitoring
circuit for detection and transmission of local surveillance information via power line communication.
•Able to work with any kind of CCR and designed for 40 Ampere peak current.
Main Characteristics and Figures
•Up to 300 Remotes per circuit, providing a potential of 600 individually addressable lights per circuit.
•Up to 20 km roundtrip circuit length.
•Configurable block evaluation modes include full feedback, small sample feedback, and optimistic feedback.
•Can command 10 blocks to 10 distinct states with one power-line message. Can command all blocks to one state with one
powerline message.
•Switches up to 120 lights in 10 different groups in less than 1 second.
•Switches 5 stopbar/lead-on lights simultaneously and presents real-back indication in less than 1 second.
•Status poll provides detailed Remote and lamp parameters.
Integrated System Control
Overall system configuration and control is realized via a control process with integrated web server for configuration and
maintenance.
•Each circuit is equipped with a microprocessor-controlled Master for tracking, recording and management of state of all
Remotes in the circuit.
•The Master communicates with all the Remotes (not light fixtures) in a circuit and polls all lamps independent from the
control system.
Overall System Specifications
Description Remote Master
Operating temperature -40 °C to +65 °C 0 °C to +55 °C
Storage temperature -55 °C to +85 °C -40 °C to +75 °C
Operating humidity Max. 100 % Max. 95 % non condensing
Series circuit operating voltage - Max. 5000 V AC RMS
Min. / max. Power line current 1.8 up to 6.9 A RMS 1.8 up to 6.9 A RMS
Series circuit peak voltage - Max. 15 kV
Maximum switching power secondary side of
transformer
300 W (single Remote) Ch A + Ch B < 300 W
(dual)
-
Maximum circuit load (CCR power) - 30 kVA
Power consumption Max. 8 W at 6.6 A Max. 15 W for power supply 115-230 V Max.
65 W on primary circuit at 6.6 A
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Description Remote Master
Enclosure protection level IP 68 / NEMA 6 P IP 20
LAN connection to upper control system - IEEE 802.3 100 BaseT / IEEE1588 PTP
Net voltage of power supply - 115 - 230 V AC ±15 %, 50/60 Hz
MTBF > 200.000 h > 200.000 h
Indicative MTTR < 30 min < 60 min
Lightning protection 20 kA (8/20 micro sec.) 17 kA (8/20 micro sec.)
Description Remote Master
EMC (CE approved) Compliant to the EN 61000-6-4 (EMC emission standard)
Compliant to the EN 61000-6-2 and 6-5 (EMC immunity standard)
Compliant to the 60950 (IT equipment standard)
Power Up Mode On; Off; Flashing; Maintained (last commanded state)
Fail-Safe Mode On; Off; Flashing, Maintained (last commanded state)
Number of controlled and monitored lamps
per unit
1 or 2 Up to 300 Remotes or 600 lights, if dual
Remotes are used
Number of I/O Remotes per circuit - Max. 16
Transmit Frequency 11 different frequency bands between 20 kHz and 200 kHz
Data transmission rate power line Up to 8 kbps Up to 8 kbps
Description Remote Master
Dimensions (W x H x D) / Weight 208 x 78 x 142 / 2.2 kg (single Remote) / 2.3
kg (dual)
435.8 x 177.5 x 421.5mm / 22.3 kg
Lamp failure reaction Short is placed across isolation transformer
as soon as lamp flament failure detected
-
Power Storage after Power-Off Remote does not reset and remains in
operation, if circuit power loss < 1.5 sec.
Remote start up time is less than 1 sec.
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Circuit Specifications
Cable type L-824 is recommended, for example FLYCY or equivalent. The following parameters (∗) represent the specific
characteristic needed in an equivalent L-824 cable. Reuse of existing installations and layout with maximum cable length or
number of lights to be verified.
Cable type (specification) L-824
Capacity of the cable <165 nF/km 1
Inductance of the cable <0.20 mH/km 1
typical impedance (125 kHz) 35 Ohm
Attenuation of the signal at 125 kHz <5.8 dB/km 1
Length of serial circuit 20 km roundtrip (12.4 miles)
maximum
Insulation resistance of the series circuit against the L-824 shield or ground 50 Megaohms minimum 2
Secondary transformer attenuation ≤ 23 dB at 100 kHz 1
Notes
1Contact ADB Safegate for support
2Technical requirement, not excluding ICAO /FAA compliance
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System Overview
Commands from ATC (Fiber Optic)
Field communication (Ethernet)
Power line
Legend
Airfield Lighting
Substation
Air Traffic
Control
Airfield Lighting
Substation
Maintenance
Center
Constant
Current
Regulator
PC
Standard
Option
Hub
Master
Taxiway Centerline Lights
Elevated
Lights
Stopbar
Lights
Single
Remote Dual
Remote
Series
Transformer
Ordering Code: Masters
RELIANCE IL Master, 19″ Rack Mount AGC1110
RELIANCE IL Master, Wall Mount, Door Open Left AGC2110
RELIANCE IL Master, Wall Mount, Door Open Right AGC3110
Ordering Code: Remotes
RELIANCE IL Single Channel Remote, FAA Style 7 AGC4170
RELIANCE IL Single Channel Remote, FAA Style 8 AGC4180
RELIANCE IL Single Channel Remote, FAA Style 7, Initial Flash Off AGC4270
RELIANCE IL Single Channel Remote, FAA Style 7, Initial Flash On AGC4370
RELIANCE IL Dual Channel Remote, FAA Style 7 AGC5170
RELIANCE IL Dual Channel Remote, FAA Style 7, Channel A Initial Flash On, Channel B Initial Flash Off AGC5470
RELIANCE IL Utility Remote AGC6110
2.2.2 General
The RELIANCE Remotes are intelligent powerline addressable field devices that operate on the secondary side of airfield
isolation transformers. They serve as slave nodes in a master/slave network that is controlled by a RELIANCE Master. The
RELIANCE Remote is available in the following four versions:
•RELIANCE Remote single channel for controlling one light (airfield ground lighting)
•RELIANCE Remote dual channel for controlling two lights (airfield ground lighting)
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•RELIANCE Remote RGL single channel for network-synchronized blinking after switching on, without master
synchronization (Runway Guard Light)
•RELIANCE Remote RGL dual channel for continuous, network-synchronized, alternating blinking of both channels after
switching on, without master synchronization (Runway Guard Light)
In terms of construction, they differ in the number of channels which in turn determines the number of lights that can be
switched.
RGL Remotes leave the factory with a special configuration that ensures synchronous start-up after power-up of the regulator
and network-synchronized blinking without master synchronization. The factory setting also includes the choice whether the
blinking is to start with “initial flash On” or “Off”. This option makes it possible to have different groups of Remotes flash
alternately, leveling the load on the constant current regulator caused by synchronous switching of all groups of Remotes.
In the following sections all four devices will be referred to as AGLAS Remotes.
2.2.3 Illustration
Figure 1: RELIANCE Remote single
2.2.4 Checking the Device
2.2.4.1 Scope of Supply
The RELIANCE-C Remote single channel is supplied with two 12-inch (30 cm) cord-set cables for connection to the series
transformer and the light.
The RELIANCE-C Remote dual channel is supplied with three 12-inch (30 cm) cord-set cables, 1 for connection to the series
transformer and 2 for connection to the lights.
The RELIANCE-C Remote single channel RGL is supplied with two 12-inch (30 cm) cord-set cables for connection to the series
transformer and the light, adjusted at the factory for configured start-up after switching on (consistent adjustment for all RGL
Remotes in a project).
The RELIANCE-C Remote dual channel RGL is supplied with three 12-inch (30 cm) cord-set cables, 1 for connection to the
series transformer and 2 for connection to the lights; adjusted at the factory for configured start-up after switching on.
See Parts for the complete list of remote variants.
2.2.4.2 Unpacking
The device has been fully assembled, tested and packed at the factory and has no internal transport locks.
2.2.4.3 Inspection
The delivery must be checked to make sure that it is complete and in perfect condition. The supplier must be notified of any
complaints within 2 weeks. After this period, complaints about the delivery will not be accepted. In the event of the goods
being returned, the same transport packaging must be used. See Figure 2.
The number on the nameplate must be checked against the order number on the delivery note.
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The nameplate is located on the side of the device (example: RELIANCE-C Remote single channel).
Figure 2: Nameplate of the RELIANCE Remote Duel Channel
For commissioning, the serial number on the nameplate (e.g. serial number 4015000220, see Figure 2) must be recorded. This
is then utilized for installation and configuration.
2.2.4.4 Storage
When storing the device, it is advisable to leave it in its original packaging. The storage temperature is shown in “Technical
Specifications”.
Storage Temperature: Remote: -67°F to +167°F (-55°C to +75°C)
2.2.5 View of the device with connections
Figure 3: View of the RELIANCE Remote Dual Channel
X1
X4
X3
5. Reliance Remote, Dual Channel
4. Ground Screw
X2
6. Remote ID Label
1. Cable with 2-pin plug (in compliance with FAA L-823) for connection to the series circuit isolation transformer (X3)
2. Cable with 2-pin socket (in compliance with FAA L-823) for connection to the light on channel A (X1)
3. Cable with 2-pin socket (in compliance with FAA L-823) for connection to the light on channel B (for dual Remote only)
(X4)
4. Ground cable connection (X2)
5. RELIANCE Remote housing
6. RELIANCE Remote Label for Remote ID number.
Note
See nameplate of RELIANCE Remote (Figure 2) for identification of connections marked “X”.
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2.2.6 View of the device with connections
Figure 4: View of the RELIANCE Utility Remote Cabinet
Note
See the remote cabinet wiring diagram for connections.
2.2.6.1 Construction
The AGLAS Remote is sealed to make it watertight and gas-tight and must not be opened.
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Note
Once the Remote has been opened, the warranty is void.
A defective or open Remote must be returned to the manufacturer.
2.2.6.2 Block diagram
Figure 5: Block diagram of the RELIANCE Remote dual
2.2.7 Theory of Operation
Background Information: RELIANCE uses power line carrier technology to communicate between controlling units on an
airfield lighting series circuit. A RELIANCE system typically consists of one high voltage modem, or Master, connected with the
Constant Current Regulator (CCR) powering the airfield lighting circuit and many slave units, or Remotes, collocated with
individual lights in the field. A typical RELIANCE topology is provided in Figure 6.
Figure 6: Typical RELIANCE Topology
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