Avlite AV-OL-70 Supplement

Version 1.2
AV-OL-70 & AV-OL-70-HI
Solar Obstruction Light
Installation & Service Manual

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Solar Obstruction Light
Table of Contents
Version No. Description Date Approved
1.0 Catalogue Launch November 2015 T. Stewart
1.1 Update: Selecting an Intensity December 2015 W. Evans
1.2 Contact details June 2016 J. Dore
Introduction..........................................................................................Page 4
Operating Principle .............................................................................Page 4
Technology...........................................................................................Page 4
AV-OL-70 Model ...................................................................................Page 5
AV-OL-70-HI Model ..............................................................................Page 5
Installation............................................................................................Page 7
Selecting an Intensity/Power Setting.................................................Page 8
Selecting a Flash Code .......................................................................Page 8
Flash Codes .........................................................................................Page 9
Installing the Light Assembly to a Plate..........................................Page 14
Maintenance and Servicing ..............................................................Page 15
Troubleshooting ................................................................................Page 16
Avlite Light Warranty.........................................................................Page 18

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Introduction
Congratulations! By choosing to purchase an Avlite light, you have become the
owner of one of the most advanced solar LED aireld lights in the world.
Avlite Systems draws on more than 25 years experience in the design and manufacture of navigation
aids, and particular care has been taken to ensure your light gives years of trouble free service.
As a commitment to producing the highest quality products for our customers, Avlite has been
independently certied as complying with the requirements of ISO 9001:2008 quality management
system.
By taking a few moments to browse through this booklet, you will become familiar with the versatility of
your light, and be able to maximise its operating function.
Please remember to complete the Avlite warranty registration card accompanying your light.
Operating Principle
The solar module of the light converts sunlight to an electrical current that is used to charge
the battery. The battery provides power to operate the light at night. For optimum solar charge
performance it is recommended that the unit is orientated with the solar panels facing East-West
The asher unit has very low current requirements. A microprocessor drives an array of ultra bright
LED’s through a DC/DC converter, which enables the LED’s to operate within the manufacturer’s
specications. The battery is protected from over-charging within the circuit to ensure maximum
battery life.
On darkness, the microprocessor will initiate a program check and after approximately 1 minute will
turn on.
Technology
Avlite Systems is a world-class solar lighting systems manufacturer with a proven
reputation for rapid, innovative, and agile technology solutions designed specically
for defense, government, civil and humanitarian aid operations in the most remote,
toughest environments.
Electronics
Avlite employs leading in-house electronic engineers in the design and development of software and
related circuitry. All individual electronic components are sourced directly by Avlite procurement staff
ensuring that only the highest quality components are used in our products.
LED Technology
All aviation lights use the latest advancements in LED (Light Emitting Diode) technology as a light
source. The major advantage of LED’s over traditional light sources is well established in that they
typically have an operational life in excess of 100,000 hours, resulting in substantial savings to
maintenance and servicing costs.
Precision Construction
Commitment to investing in the design and construction of injection-moulded parts including optic
lenses, light bases and a range of other components ensures that all Avlite products are of a
consistent and superior quality.
Optical Performance
Avlite manufactures a range of aviation LED lenses moulded from multi-cavity dies. The company has
superior in-house lens manufacturing capabilities to support outstanding optical performance.
Award-winning, Patented Technology
Several United States and Australian patent registrations are held on Avlite’s range of innovative
designs, with other regional patents pending in Canada, United Kingdom and Europe.

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AV-OL-70 Model
The AV-OL-70 is a eld proven, low maintenance, self-contained solar LED light that is suitable
for a variety of applications including general hazard, caution, barricade and low-intensity
obstruction lighting.
AV-OL-70-HI Model
The AV-OL-70-HI is a high autonomy version of the popular AV-OL-70 model.

SPECIFICATIONS•* AV-OL-70 AV-OL-70-HI
Light Characteristics
Light Source 1 LED 1 LED
Available colors Red as standard. Other colors available
on request, including IR
Red as standard. Other colors available
on request, including IR
Peak Intensity (cd)† 10 10
Horizontal Output (degrees) 360 360
Available Flash Characteristics >250 including steady-on (user-
adjustable)
>250 including steady-on (user-
adjustable)
Intensity Adjustments Low: 25% Medium: 50% High: 100% Low: 25% Medium: 50% High: 100%
LED Life Expectancy (hours) >100,000 >100,000
Electrical Characteristics
Operating Voltage (V) 3.6 3.6
• Specications subject to change or variation without notice * Subject to standard terms and conditions † Intensity setting subject to solar availability
Power (W) @ 100% intensity: 0.2W @ 100% intensity: 0.2W
Temperature Range -40 to 80°C -40 to 80°C
Solar Characteristics
Solar Module Type Multicrystalline Multicrystalline
Output (watts) 2.5 (2 x 1.25watt) 2.5 (2 x 1.25watt)
Charging Regulation Microprocessor controlled Microprocessor controlled
Power Supply
Battery Type High grade NiMH – Environmentally
friendly
High grade NiMH – Environmentally
friendly
Battery Capacity (Ah) 8 16
Nominal Voltage (V) 3.6 3.6
Autonomy (nights) Steady-on: 12 nights Steady-on: 16Ah = 24 nights
Physical Characteristics
Body Material LEXAN® Polycarbonate – UV stabilized LEXAN® Polycarbonate – UV stabilized
Lens Material LEXAN® Polycarbonate – UV stabilized LEXAN® Polycarbonate – UV stabilized
Lens Diameter (mm/inches) 140 / 5½ 140 / 5½
Lens Design External optics with interior ute design External optics with interior ute design
Mounting 6 x 17mm holes on 200mm PCD 6 x 17mm holes on 200mm PCD
Height (mm/inches) 240 / 9½ 240 / 9½
Width (mm/inches) 231 / 91/8231 / 91/8
Mass (kg/lbs) 1.1 / 23/81.1 / 23/8
Product Life Expectancy 12 years plus 12 years plus
Environmental Factors
Humidity 0 to 100%, MIL-STD-810F 0 to 100%, MIL-STD-810F
Icing 3.41kg per square cm / 48.5lbs per
square inch
3.41kg per square cm / 48.5lbs per
square inch
Wind Speed Up to 160kph / 100mph Up to 160kph / 100mph
Shock MIL-STD-202G,Test Condition G, Method
213B
MIL-STD-202G,Test Condition G, Method
213B
Vibration MIL-STD202G,Test Condition B, Method
204
MIL-STD202G,Test Condition B, Method
204
Certications
CE EN61000-6-3:2007 EN61000-6-1:2007 EN61000-6-3:2007 EN61000-6-1:2007
Quality Assurance ISO9001:2008 ISO9001:2008
Waterproof IP68 IP68
Intellectual Property
Patents US Pat. No. 6,667,582. AU Pat. No. 778,918 US Pat. No. 6,667,582. AU Pat. No. 778,918
Trademarks AVLITE® is a registered trademark of
Avlite Systems
AVLITE® is a registered trademark of
Avlite Systems
Warranty * 3 year warranty 3 year warranty
Options Available • IR LEDs
• External ON/OFF Switch
• External Battery Charging Port
• Solar Booster™
• IR LEDs
• External ON/OFF Switch
• External Battery Charging Port
• Solar Booster™

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Charging the Battery
New lights should be left in the sun for 1-2 days to ensure battery is charged before placing in
service. Please note, light will re-charge even when toggle switch is turned to ‘OFF’ position.
Preferred Installation Location
For best light performance, ensure solar modules are not covered and are in clear view of
the sky with no shadows.
Light Operation
Light is activated by ON/OFF Switch. Intensity and ash settings need to be set prior to installation.
1. Remove the marked ash adjustment bung from the base of the light and set internal toggle switch
to ‘ON’.
2. The power and range settings of the light are adjusted by setting the DIP switches inside the light.
Your light is normally set to maximum range (see ‘Selecting an Intensity/Power Setting’ section of
this manual).
3. Set rotary switches to the required ash code (see ‘Selecting a Flash Code’ section of this
manual).
4. Replace ash adjustment bung.
5. A sealed vent on the base allows air transfer without moisture intake, and should not be disturbed.
6. To test place dark cover (towel or jacket) on top of light to activate sensor, light will come on within
one minute.
7. Ensure that the unit is bolted to an even, at surface.
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Rotary
Switch B
Rotary
Switch A
Intensity Setting
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User
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Light
Base
Installation

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Intensity/power settings on Avlite lanterns operate via DIP switches, located near the rotary switches on
the asher unit. The intensity/power settings may be used to reduce the power consumption and intensity
of the lantern. Setting the lantern to 25% intensity will reduce the power consumption to 25% of the normal
100% setting and the range by 25%. This setting may be used to adjust the current draw of the light to
local sunlight conditions.
The following diagrams indicate intensity/power settings:-
Power Consumption Calculator
If the number of Full Sunlight hours is less than 2.5-3.0 hours, please consider reducing the intensity
(Power) or reducing the Duty Cycle.
All lights have 2 rotary switches marked A and B on the asher unit. Turning the small arrows to the
appropriate number or letter will set the code (see ‘Flash Codes’ section, of this manual). The unit may
take up to one minute to activate a new ash code. A comprehensive list of available ash codes is listed
on pages in the ‘Flash Codes’ section of this manual.
Example:
100%
1 2
ON
50%
1 2
ON
50%
1 2
ON
25%
1 2
ON Intensity
Setting
Power: mA / hour
AV-OL-70/HI
100% 54-56
50% 27-28
25% 13-14
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8
9
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B
C
D
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A
B
SWITCH FLASH CODE ON OFF
A B
A 0 FL 3 S 0.3 2.7
Night Hours
(use 13.7 if
unknown)
Power
mA/hour
Duty Cycle
(e.g. 20% = 0.2)
Total power
used per night
(mA)
X X =
Selecting an Intensity/Power Setting
Selecting a Flash Code - Rotary Switches A & B
Total power
used per night
(mAh)
Solar Panel
Charge (mA)
Number of full sunlight hours
required to break even
(the amount of time it will take for the solar to
replace what the light took out overnight)
/ 279 =

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Flash Codes
AVLITE® code reference is listed by number of ashes
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Symbols
FL Flash followed by number Eg. FL 1 S, one ash every second
F Fixed
Q Quick ash
VQ Very quick ash
OC Occulting; greater period on than off
ISO Isophase; equal period on and off
LFL Long ash long
MO Morse code ( ) contains letter
For example, VQ (6) + LFL 10 S means 6 very quick ashes followed by a long ash, during a
10-second interval.
The amount of power your light draws through the night depends on the duty cycle, i.e. the amount of
time on as a proportion to the timing cycle. For example, 0.5 seconds on and 4.5 seconds off equals a
10% duty cycle.
It is best to operate at the lowest duty cycle appropriate to the actual needs of the application.
Please note, Avlite models will retain full autonomy in normal operating conditions with duty-cycles up to
approximately 30%. In applications whereby duty cycles exceed this limit, a reduction in light intensity is
recommended. Please contact a Avlite consultant if assistance is required.

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SWITCH FLASH CODE ON OFF
A B
0 0 F (Steady light)
D 3 VQ 0.5 S 0.2 0.3
E 3 VQ 0.6 S 0.2 0.4
F 3 VQ 0.6 S 0.3 0.3
7 3 Q 1 S 0.2 0.8
8 3 Q 1 S 0.3 0.7
9 3 Q 1 S 0.4 0.6
A 3 Q 1 S 0.5 0.5
8 4 Q 1 S 0.8 0.2
B 3 Q 1.2 S 0.3 0.9
9 4 Q 1.2 S 0.5 0.7
C 3 Q 1.2 S 0.6 0.6
F 4 FL 1.5 S 0.2 1.3
1 0 FL 1.5 S 0.3 1.2
0 5 FL 1.5 S 0.4 1.1
0 4 FL 1.5 S 0.5 1.0
2 0 FL 2 S 0.2 1.8
3 0 FL 2 S 0.3 1.7
4 0 FL 2 S 0.4 1.6
5 0 FL 2 S 0.5 1.5
6 0 FL 2 S 0.7 1.3
7 0 FL 2 S 0.8 1.2
1 2 ISO 2 S 1.0 1.0
8 0 FL 2.5 S 0.3 2.2
9 0 FL 2.5 S 0.5 2.0
D 6 FL 2.5 S 1.0 1.5
1 5 FL 3 S 0.2 2.8
A 0 FL 3 S 0.3 2.7
2 5 FL 3 S 0.4 2.6
B 0 FL 3 S 0.5 2.5
3 5 FL 3 S 0.6 2.4
C 0 FL 3 S 0.7 2.3
D 0 FL 3 S 1.0 2.0
2 2 ISO 3 S 1.5 1.5
5 4 OC 3 S 2.0 1.0
E 2 OC 3 S 2.5 0.5
4 6 OC 3.5 S 2.5 1.0
4 5 FL 4 S 0.2 3.8
5 5 FL 4 S 0.3 3.7
E 0 FL 4 S 0.4 3.6
F 0 FL 4 S 0.5 3.5
6 5 FL 4 S 0.6 3.4
0 1 FL 4 S 0.8 3.2
1 1 FL 4 S 1.0 3.0
2 1 FL 4 S 1.5 2.5
3 2 ISO 4 S 2.0 2.0
3 6 OC 4 S 2.5 1.5
F 2 OC 4 S 3.0 1.0
3 1 FL 4.3 S 1.3 3.0
8 5 FL 5 S 0.2 4.8
4 1 FL 5 S 0.3 4.7
5 1 FL 5 S 0.5 4.5
9 5 FL 5 S 0.9 4.1
6 1 FL 5 S 1.0 4.0
SWITCH FLASH CODE ON OFF
A B
7 1 FL 5 S 1.5 3.5
4 2 ISO 5 S 2.5 2.5
8 2 LFL 5 S 2.0 3.0
0 3 OC 5 S 3.0 2.0
1 3 OC 5 S 4.0 1.0
2 3 OC 5 S 4.5 0.5
C 6 FL 6 S 0.2 5.8
B 5 FL 6 S 0.3 5.7
C 5 FL 6 S 0.4 5.6
8 1 FL 6 S 0.5 5.5
9 1 FL 6 S 0.6 5.4
A 1 FL 6 S 1.0 5.0
7 5 FL 6 S 1.2 4.8
B 1 FL 6 S 1.5 4.5
5 2 ISO 6 S 3.0 3.0
9 2 LFL 6 S 2.0 4.0
6 4 OC 6 S 4.0 2.0
3 3 OC 6 S 4.5 1.5
4 3 OC 6 S 5.0 1.0
A 4 FL 7 S 1.0 6.0
9 6 FL 7 S 2.0 5.0
5 6 OC 7 S 4.5 2.5
D 5 FL 7.5 S 0.5 7.0
C 1 FL 7.5 S 0.8 6.7
E 5 FL 8 S 0.5 7.5
B 4 FL 8 S 1.0 7.0
6 2 ISO 8 S 4.0 4.0
A 2 LFL 8 S 2.0 6.0
6 6 OC 8 S 5.0 3.0
B 2 LFL 8 S 3.0 5.0
F 5 FL 9 S 0.9 8.1
C 4 FL 9 S 1.0 8.0
7 6 OC 9 S 6.0 3.0
0 6 FL 10 S 0.2 9.8
1 6 FL 10 S 0.3 9.7
D 1 FL 10 S 0.5 9.5
2 6 FL 10 S 0.8 9.2
E 1 FL 10 S 1.0 9.0
1 4 FL 10 S 1.5 8.5
C 2 LFL 10 S 2.0 8.0
D 2 LFL 10 S 3.0 7.0
7 2 ISO 10 S 5.0 5.0
2 4 LFL 10 S 4.0 6.0
8 6 OC 10 S 6.0 4.0
5 3 OC 10 S 7.0 3.0
6 3 OC 10 S 7.5 2.5
F 1 FL 12 S 1.2 10.8
D 4 FL 12 S 2.5 9.5
3 4 LFL 12 S 2.0 10.0
0 2 FL 15 S 1.0 14.0
4 4 LFL 15 S 4.0 11.0
7 4 OC 15 S 10 5.0
A 6 LFL 20 S 2.0 18.0
E 4 FL 26 S 1.0 25.0