ITL ILS-1700-CAT User manual

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Installation
and
Operation
Manual
ILS-1700-CAT
LED Red Catenary
Obstruction Lighting
System

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Front Matter
Copyright & Trademarks
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Limited Warranty and Disclaimer
ITL, LLC guarantees that every ILS-1700-CAT system is free from physical defects of
material and workmanship under normal use for one (1) year from the date of purchase.
If the product proves defective during this warranty period, please contact ITL, LLC in
order to obtain a Return Authorization Number, RMA.
In no event shall ITL, LLC’s liability exceed the price paid for the product from direct,
indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use of the
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Safety Warning
This equipment uses lethal voltages which can cause serious injury and/or death. Do not
attempt to service this equipment with line power applied.
Do not rely on interlock switches to remove lethal voltages from the system. Measure for
voltages using a voltmeter to ensure that power is off and has been completely removed.
Do not wear any jewelry. Gold and silver are excellent conductors of electricity.

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Table of Contents
Front Matter....................................................................................................................... 1
Copyright & Trademarks ................................................................................................ 2
Limited Warranty and Disclaimer ................................................................................... 2
Safety Warning .............................................................................................................. 3
List of Illustrations and Tables ........................................................................................... 5
Introduction........................................................................................................................ 6
Product Description ........................................................................................................... 6
Specifications .................................................................................................................... 7
Environment................................................................................................................... 7
Obstruction Lights .......................................................................................................... 7
Mechanical..................................................................................................................... 7
Electrical ........................................................................................................................ 7
Catenary Applications........................................................................................................ 8
Installation ......................................................................................................................... 9
Unpacking your RLC-0236-000 Controller ..................................................................... 9
Quick Installation Guide ................................................................................................. 9
RLC-0236-000 Controller Mounting ............................................................................. 10
Electrical Connections ................................................................................................. 11
Connector Descriptions................................................................................................ 12
Enclosure Grounding ................................................................................................... 13
GPS Connections ........................................................................................................ 14
Setup and Operation.................................................................................................... 15
Beacon Configuration Jumpers.................................................................................... 15
DIP Switches................................................................................................................ 16
Manual Mode Select Switch......................................................................................... 17
Indicator Lights............................................................................................................. 18
Spare Parts & Replacement Parts................................................................................... 19
Technical Support and Contact Info ................................................................................ 20
Contact Info ................................................................................................................. 20
RMA............................................................................................................................. 20

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List of Illustrations and Tables
Figure 1: RLC-0236-000 Controller ................................................................................... 6
Figure 2: Typical Catenary System.................................................................................... 8
Figure 3: RLC-0236-000 Controller Dimensions and Mounting Details ........................... 10
Figure 4: RLC-0236-000 Typical Electrical Connections ................................................. 11
Figure 5: RLC-0236-000 Connector Descriptions............................................................ 12
Figure 6: RLC-0236-000 Enclosure Grounding Detail ..................................................... 13
Figure 7: RLC-0236-000 GPS Connection Detail ............................................................ 14
Figure 8: RLC-0236-000 Setup and Operation Details .................................................... 15
Figure 9: RLC-0236-000 Beacon Configuration Jumpers................................................ 16
Figure 10: RLC-0236-000 Configuration DIP Switch SW1 Table..................................... 16
Figure 11: RLC-0236-000 Config LED............................................................................. 17
Figure 12: RLC-0236-000 Configuration DIP Switch SW2 Table..................................... 17
Figure 13: RLC-0236-000 Indicator Lights Table............................................................. 18
Figure 14: RLC-0236-000 Alarm Board Indicator Lights Table........................................ 19
Figure 15: RLC-0236-000 Spare Parts & Replacement Parts List Table......................... 19

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Introduction
Congratulations! You have purchased one of the most advanced control solutions for red
LED obstruction lighting systems available today. This product is the result of many
years of engineering with extensive input from field service personnel.
Please take the time to read and familiarize yourself with this manual. It contains the
information necessary to install, test and troubleshoot the ILS-1700-CAT Catenary
Obstruction Lighting System.
Product Description
The ILS-1700-CAT Catenary Obstruction Lighting System consists of at least one RLC-
0236-000 Controller and multiple LED Beacons, typically model IFH-1700, although other
models are supported. The RLC-0236-000 controller is capable of controlling from 3 to 6
red LED beacons. Individual alarm relays are provided for indication of beacon alarm,
PEC alarm, power failure, GPS alarm and system mode. Virtually all information
necessary for installation and operation of the RLC-0236-000 is available on the “quick
info” card located in the door of the enclosure.
Figure 1: RLC-0236-000 Controller

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Specifications
Designed to comply with AC 150/5345-43
Environment
Temperature -40ºC to +55ºC
Humidity less than 95% relative humidity (non-condensing)
Obstruction Lights
Beacons 3, 4, 5 or 6 ITL IFH-1700-000 or
Dialight D464 Series LED Beacons
Mechanical
Dimension Height: 22.29” (566mm)
Width: 16.57” (420mm)
Depth: 9.76” (248mm)
Weight 65 lbs (20Kg)
Electrical
Input Power: 120 VAC at 50/60Hz, 12VA
Alarm Relays: 120 VAC, 1 Amp
PEC: 120 Vac, 50/60 Hz, 1 VA
Suppression 303 Joule, 274V, Input Power, Beacon,
Side Lights & PEC
23 Joule, 275V, All alarm relays

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Catenary Applications
ILS-1700-CAT Catenary Red Obstruction Lighting Systems are used for night time
marking of catenary support structures such as transmission line river crossings. The
lights flash in a middle-top-bottom sequence at 60FPM. Top-level lights mark the highest
point of the catenary support structure. Mid-level lights mark the middle of the catenary
and may be omitted if the distance from the top and bottom lights is less than 100ft.
Bottom-level lights mark the bottom of the catenary. GPS flash synchronization is
available to wirelessly synchronize the flashing of multiple structures. Catenary support
structures require paint or white day catenary lighting systems (not included) for day time
marking. The catenary may require markers, spherical or cylindrical, of alternating color
(not included) for day time marking. Multiple lights may be required at each level. Refer
to FAA’s Aeronautical Study of the structure for determination of required lighting system
type and configuration. See FAA advisory circular 70/7460 Obstruction Lighting and
Marking for detailed requirements.
Figure 2: Typical Catenary System

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Installation
The following section describes how to install the RLC-0236-000 controller. The LED
Beacons should be installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Unpacking your RLC-0236-000 Controller
Please examine the shipping containers and their content thoroughly upon receipt and
report any potential shipping damage to the carrier.
Quick Installation Guide
The quick start guide shows how to install the RLC-0236-000 controller.
Remove RLC-0236-000 controller from packaging material.
Mount the RLC-0236-000 enclosure.
Ground the RLC-0236-000 enclosure to the site grounding system using AWG6
copper conductor.
Install LED Beacons per manufacturer’s instructions and FAA requirements.
Install electrical cable from RLC-0236-000 to LED Beacons per manufacturer’s
instructions.
Install FAA type L-810(L) LED obstruction lights (if used) per manufacturer’s
instruction and FAA requirements.
Install Photoelectric Cell and socket (ITL P/N: PEC-NITE-120, PEC-SOCK-000).
Install 120Vac line power to the RLC-0236-000 Controller.

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RLC-0236-000 Controller Mounting
Figure 3: RLC-0236-000 Controller Dimensions and Mounting Details

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Electrical Connections
All electrical control connections are made on P1 thru P7 located at the bottom of the
controller. Connections for alarm relays are made on Alarm Relay Board located on the
door of the controller. Typical connections for a 120VAC system are shown below.
Figure 4: RLC-0236-000 Typical Electrical Connections
It is the responsibility of the installer to comply with all applicable local,
state, and federal regulations for installation and operation of this device.

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Connector Descriptions
Connector Descriptions
Connector Terminals Function
P1 L1
N
Input Power Line Voltage
Input Power Neutral
LUG GND Chassis Ground
P2 BLK
WHT
RED
Photoelectric Cell Line Power
Photoelectric Cell Neutral
Photoelectric Cell Signal (120Vac=Night, 0Vac=Day).
P3, P4 N Neutral terminals (5) for obstruction lights
P5 M3
M2
M1
Marker Level 3 Power
Marker Level 2 Power (Not used on Catenary systems)
Marker Level 1 Power
P6 B6
B5
B4
Beacon 6 Power
Beacon 5 Power
Beacon 4 Power
P7 B3
B2
B1
Beacon 3 Power
Beacon 2 Power
Beacon 1 Power
Figure 5: RLC-0236-000 Connector Descriptions

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Enclosure Grounding
The RLC-0236-000 enclosure must be bonded to the site ground bus via a low
impedance electrical connection. Mounting holes are provided on the bottom center of
the enclosure for attachment of a two-hole (5/8” centers) compression lug for bonding to
earth ground. AWG 6 copper conductor should be used.
Figure 6: RLC-0236-000 Enclosure Grounding Detail
¼-20 Bolt, Lock Washer and Nut (2 each)

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GPS Connections
An optional GPS (ITL P/N ANT-
018X-GPS-KIT) can be added to
synchronize the flashing of multiple
systems. Each RLC-0236-000
controller requires a GPS. Electrical
connections the GPS are made on
connector P8 on the main panel
shown in the figure. DIP Switch
SW2-2 must be in the ON position
to enable the GPS. The FIX LED
will flash as the GPS waits to
receive sync data. When sync data
has been received the FIX LED will
be steady on. The Pulse-Per-
Second LED (PPS) gives visual
indication of this GPS signal. The
GPS Alarm LED indicates when the
GPS has failed to receive sync data.
Figure 7: RLC-0236-000 GPS Connection Detail

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Setup and Operation
Setup and operation of the RLC-0236-000 is performed using the Configuration Jumpers,
Configuration DIP Switches, the Marker Alarm Setting dial, and the Manual Mode Select
Switch.
Figure 8: RLC-0236-000 Setup and Operation Details
Beacon Configuration
Jumpers
Manual Mode
Select Switch
Configuration
DIP Switches
Installed Beacons
DIP Switches
Alarm Contacts
Indicator LEDs
GPS Connector

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Beacon Configuration Jumpers
The configuration jumpers must be set to match the type of LED beacons used with the
RLC-0236-000 controller. Jumper and DIP Switch settings for supported beacons are
shown in the figure below. Contact the factory if your model lights are not shown.
DIP Switches
SW1 – Installed Beacons
Number Description Function
1 TOP A BEACON* ON – Disabled
OFF – Enabled
2 TOP B BEACON* ON – Disabled
OFF – Enabled
3 MID A BEACON* ON – Disabled
OFF – Enabled
4 MID B BEACON* ON – Disabled
OFF – Enabled
5 BOT A BEACON* ON – Disabled
OFF – Enabled
6 BOT B BEACON* ON – Disabled
OFF – Enabled
*If only one beacon is used on a level it must be the “A” beacon.
*If only two levels are used it must be the “TOP” and “BOT” levels.
Figure 9: RLC-0236-000 Beacon Configuration Jumpers
Figure 10: RLC-0236-000 Configuration DIP Switch SW1 Table

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SW2 – Configuration
Number Description Function
1 CATENARY ON – Catenary operation selected (must be ON)
OFF – Catenary operation disabled
2 GPS ENABLE ON – GPS Flash synchronization enabled
OFF – GPS Flash synchronization disabled
3 30FPM Not used for catenary systems
4 BEACON TYPE ON – Selects IFH-1700 or D264 model beacons
OFF – Selects D464 model beacons
Manual Mode Select Switch
The Manual Mode Select Switch overrides the photoelectric cell (PEC) to allow selection
of Day mode or Night Mode for test or troubleshooting purposes. The Day or Night Mode
lights flash when in manual mode. This switch should be left in the AUTO position for
normal operation. In the AUTO position the operating mode is determined by the
photoelectric cell. The Manual Mode Select Switch timed out after 8 hours of manual
operation and returns to automatic (PEC) operation regardless of the switch position.
Figure 11: RLC-0236-000 Config LED
Figure 12: RLC-0236-000 Configuration DIP Switch SW2 Table
CONFIG LED lights when a
valid catenary configuration
is selected on SW1.

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Indicator Lights
Main Panel Indicator Lights
Description Function
DAY MODE Steady – Day mode operation via photoelectric cell.
Flashing – Day mode operation via manual mode select switch.
NITE MODE Steady – Night mode operation via photoelectric cell.
Flashing – Night mode operation via manual mode select switch.
TOP FLASH On when the RLC-0236-000 commands the top-level beacons to
flash.
MID FLASH On when the RLC-0236-000 commands the mid-level beacons to
flash.
BOT FLASH On when the RLC-0236-000 commands the bottom-level beacons to
flash.
MARKERS Not used
BEACON 1-6
CONFIRM
On when the RLC-0236-000 confirms that the beacon is drawing the
correct current.
GPS FIX Steady – Sync data received
Flashing – Waiting for sync data
GPS PPS GPS pulse-per-second indication
GPS ALARM Indicates a failure of the GPS to receive sync data
CONFIG LED The green CONFIG LED located beside pushbutton PB1 lights when
a valid catenary configuration is selected on DIP Switch SW1. When
not lit the catenary configuration is not valid and all beacons are
enabled.
Figure 13: RLC-0236-000 Indicator Lights Table

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Alarm Board Indicator Lights
Description Function
B6 ALARM
(TOP B)
Top-level, Beacon-B Alarm
B5 ALARM
(TOP A)
Top-level, Beacon-A Alarm
B4 ALARM
(MID B)
Mid-level, Beacon-B Alarm
B3 ALARM
(MID A)
Mid-level, Beacon-A Alarm
B2 ALARM
(BOT B)
Bottom-level, Beacon-B Alarm
B1 ALARM
(BOT A)
Bottom-level, Beacon-A Alarm
M3 (TOP)
GPS ALARM
GPS Alarm - Indicates a failure of the GPS to receive sync data
M1 (BOT)
ALARM
Not used
M2 (MID)
ALARM
Not used
NIGHT MODE On – Indicates night mode operation
Off – Indicates day mode operation
PEC ALARM On – Indicates the photoelectric cell (PEC) has failed to transition
Off – Indicates the PEC has transitioned during the last 24 hours
Spare Parts & Replacement Parts
Figure 14: RLC-0236-000 Alarm Board Indicator Lights Table
Figure 15: RLC-0236-000 Spare Parts & Replacement Parts List Table
ITL Part Number Description
RLY-2440-B00 Solid State Relay (K1-K6)
ITL-0026-RLY Alarm Relay Board
ITL-0236-000 Main control panel
IFH-1700-000 LED Beacon
ANT-018X-GPS-KIT GPS Antenna kit
FUS-008A-3AG Fuse, 8A, Slo-blow, Input Power Fuse
FUS-001A-3AG Fuse, 1A, Slo-blow, PEC Fuse
FUS-002A-3AG Fuse, 2A, Slo-blow, F2-F10
SW0-ASSY-INT Interlock Switch
LMP-NEON-02K Neon Lamp, RED, 120V

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Technical Support and Contact Info
Contact Info
For information on the RLC-206 controller’s basic functions, refer to this manual. For
additional help with the installation or operation of any ITL products, please contact ITL,
LLC at one of the following below.
Web and Internet Sites
Corporate home page: http://www.itl-llc.com
Customer Support Technicians
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Central Time
US and Canada call: [phone]
Toll Free: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
RMA
Please contact ITL, LLC before returning equipment for repair and obtain a Return
Material Authorization (RMA) number.
Revision Description of Change Date Preparer / Approval
0 Initial release 12/12/2013 Prepared By: Elke Hinson
Approved By: Andy Rudolph
1 Revised IPS-1700-CAT pn to RLC-0236-000. 6/17/2014 Prepared By: Elke Hinson
Approved By: Andy Rudolph
2 Changed SW1 configuration from installed to
disabled & not installed to enabled.
12/2/2014 Prepared By: Elke Hinson
Approved By: Andy Rudolph
3 Updated wiring diagram 5/12/2015 Prepared By: Elke Hinson
Approved By: Andy Rudolph