K&K Systems RPM 18 User manual
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Thank You .............................................................................................................4
Introduction ........................................................................................................5
Safety, Warnings, and Precautions ...........................................................6
Towing and Long-Term Storage................................................................7
Description of Components.......................................................................8
Threshold and Blanking Settings............................................................. 9
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................10-11
Parts List.............................................................................................................. 12
Wiring Diagram............................................................................................... 13
Warranty............................................................................................................. 14
TABLE OF CONTENTS THANK YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS!
To Our Valued Customer,
K&K Systems, Inc. is excited that you have purchased our product.
Our company has been serving the trac industry since 1997. Since that
time we have risen to become a leader in the trac industry. We oer a
complete line of trac safety products that include message boards, arrow
boards, radar speed monitors, solar school zone ashers, solar 24-hour
ashers and many other quality products that serve our industry today.
At K&K Systems, Inc., we strive to improve the quality of our products. We
are dedicated to the concept that our customers are our most valuable
resource. We strive to serve our customers as we would want to be served.
Tim Keith,
President
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INTRODUCTION
RADAR TRAILER
K&K Systems’Radar Display Trailers are designed to keep both pedestrians and
vehicular trac safe by reminding motorists of their speed. By using a violation
alert ashing display, the driver’s attention is drawn to the radar display. Radar
displays have been proven to slow motorist down 5 to 10 MPH.
Our 100,000 rated LED lighting unit displays (2)18”amber digits. Our boards detect
speeds from 5-99 MPH. KPH boards are also available. We install the display in an
aluminum housing that has been powder coat painted white to prevent glare and
rust.
The Radar unit is solar powered with a charge controller and battery power
backup. Optional trac statistics feedback is available at an additional cost.
BATTERY BOX AND DISPLAY HOUSING
The display housing is framed in extruded aluminum and has a polycarbonate
plastic that provides UV protection along with glare resistance. The radar display
uses LEDs (light emitting diodes) to produce the digits. The case includes a
lockable rotary latch and is hinged at the top to house the batteries and controller.
POWER SOURCE
Our products incorporate a battery pack wired for 12V operation, depending on
the requirements of the design. The battery bank is regulated by and protected by
a solid-state charge controller/low voltage disconnect. This prevents gassing and
over discharging of the batteries, which can result in premature failure. A thermal
compensation and related circuitry adjusts the charge rate of the system with
variances in temperature.
TRAILER
The trailer is fabricated from tubular steel and coated with safety orange, black,
or white powder coat paint (other colors available upon request). The trailer is
equipped with a tubular steel axle. Adjustable jacks are mounted at each corner of
the trailer. The tail lights are dual combination reective lights with stop and turn
signal. The trailer includes ve lug wheels and appropriately sized tires.
TRAILER SETUP
The following are K&K Systems’recommendations for the safe and responsible use.
BEFORE BEGINNING TRAILER SETUP:
1. Check battery level on the solar charge controller:
ONE LIGHT ON - the batteries are low and the batteries will need charged and
the units solar charged system inspected prior to use.
TWO LIGHTS ON - Battery level is fair.
THREE LIGHTS ON - Battery voltage is good.
2. Test unit to make sure it powers on, the number 23 will be displayed on start-up
if the unit is in working order.
TRAILER SETUP
1. Remove trailer from vehicle, blocking wheels rst.
2. Position trailer in desired location so that the unit is directed slightly
angled towards the road NOT perfectly parallel.
3. Use jacks to brace and level the trailer.
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PRECAUTIONS, SAFETY, AND
MAINTENANCE
The following are K&K Systems’recommendations for the safe and responsible use.
• Periodically inspect the trailer. This includes but is not limited to wheels, tongue,
pins, safety chains, and taillights.
• Trac cones or barricades should rst be setup before the radar trailer is set in place
• The trailer should always be properly set up and leveled with the jack stands
where applicable.
• Periodically check all nuts, bolts, cable clamps, etc. Tighten, repair, or replace
when necessary, where applicable.
• Always tow the unit in the down position, where applicable.
• Always use safety chains and properly sized hitch ball when towing unit.
Please remember that the best assurance against accidents is a careful and responsible
operator.
BATTERY SAFETY
It is important that you know that, while 12V DC is not likely to cause electrical
shock, batteries can produce large amounts of current that can instantly melt tool,
and burn wires. Become familiar with battery operation to avoid injury.
BATTERY CHARGER SAFETY
If optional battery charger is installed it will preset in an automatic position. DO
NOT CHANGE THESE SETTINGS because of possible overcharging of batteries. Plug
cord into a standard 120V AC for charging.
SOLAR SAFETY
To reduce the risk of shock or burn during maintenance, solar panels should be
covered with an opaque material and power converter/battery charger should be
disconnected from AC power supply.
MAINTENANCE
• K&K recommends that the user clean the solar panels every 6 months. Over time
the solar panels may build up a thin layer of dust/dirt/road grime that can
adversely aect their eciency signicantly.
• Check the battery every 6 months to ensure proper charging. If below 12.3 volts,
charge to keep power reserves high. Check solar system by cleaning the panel
and inspecting wiring for wear and secure connection.
TOWING AND LONG-TERM STORAGE
TOWING
Failure to follow instructions exactly can cause ball failure or loss of attachment
resulting in vehicle crash and/or personal injury.
Use this hitch ball only for towing trailers or vehicles connected to the ball with a
socket-type coupler. Ball diameter must match coupler socket size. Do not exceed
gross trailer weight shown on ball.
Improper tightening can cause ball failure or loss of attachment.
• Threaded shank must protrude beyond bottom of nut when tightened. If it does
not, loss of attachment may occur.
• Check nut tightness every time you hook up the trailer and at the beginning of
each towing day, tow only if nut is tightened as specied.
• Replace any damaged part (except nish).
• Never attach a tow rope, chain, or stretch type elastic rope to hitch ball.
• Do not fasten trailer safety chain or other type of attachment to or with, the ball.
• Lubricate ball and coupler to minimize wear and friction, coupler must not bind
on ball.
This product complies with V.E.S.C. Regulation V-5, C.S.A. Standard D-264 and the
Safety Specications and Requirements for Connection Devices and Towing Systems.
Failure to follow instructions exactly can cause ball failure or loss of attachment
resulting in vehicle crash and/or personal injury. Use this hitch ball only for towing
trailers or vehicles connected to the ball with a socket-type coupler.
LONG-TERM STORAGE
When the sign is to be stored for extended periods of time, the POWER switch
should be turned o, and the solar charge controller should be left on, allowing
the solar panel array to continuously charge the sign battery bank. If possible,
place the unit in a sunny area to allow the unit to maintain the charge on the
batteries. When the sign is to begin operation again, a thorough inspection of all
systems is advised before the sign is towed to the job site. Check battery state of
charge to conrm over 12 volts. When being stored indoors leave the unit on a
battery charger if it possible.
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DESCRIPTION OF
RADAR COMPONENTS
Quick Selection Violation Alert
Switches Push button change the
Over Speed Violator Alert speed
setting and Blanking Violator Alert.
Push the buttons to desired speed
threshold.
6005 Radar
Controller
Radar
LED Panels
Control Panel
Batteries
Bluetooth
Connection
(optional)
Terminal
Block
Bluetooth
Terminal
Block
Load Light ON when
radar is powered ON
Charge Light
is ON when solar is
charging
Battery
Status Lights 2-3
lights illuminated for
proper function
Solar Controller
ON/OFF Switch
Stats Port to
download trac
statistics (Optional)
Press the buttons to set desired speeds.
Press the bottom buttons increase the speed.
Press the top buttons to decrease the speed.
Threshold Speed Setting
Sets the desired Over Speed
setting. The Over Speed is
the speed at which motorists
are alerted.
Blanking Speed Setting
Set the speed at which
the display blanks/blacks
out when exceeded. This
prevents drivers from racing
against the radar.
THRESHOLD AND
BLANKING SETTINGS
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Please call 888-414-3003 for Tech Support if this guide does not
solve your issue.
PROBLEM STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5
No Power
No Detection
No Display
If Load Light is OFF:
• Check for (3) Red Flashing
LEDs on the radar controller
If not ashing:
• Please call us
If LEDs are not illuminated
and 12V is detected at the
plug:
• Please call us
If batteries are good:
• Check the Load Light is ON
on the Solar Controller
• Check for correct polarity
of battery wires to the Solar
Controller
• Check for correct polarity to
radar controller
If batteries are good the
load output is working, and
the controller is OFF:
• Please call us
If tuning fork will not
activate radar:
• Attempt to connect to radar
via stats cable using the
provided software
• Check sensitivity
• Check minimum detection
speed
• Check radar output
If radar is outputting, but
not getting data to the
controller:
• Check data cable from radar
to controller
• Check display cable to
panels
• Check wiring to Threshold
buttons
• Set Threshold to 0 MPH and
Blanking to 99 MPH.
• Test
If changing Threshold
Speeds does not resolve
the issue. If the radar is
outputting, but not sending
data through the controller:
• Please call us
If light is OFF or low:
• Check battery voltage is a
minimum of 12V.
• Charge if not and retest
If“23”is not displayed:
• Set dip switches on the each
panel to 2 and 8 to ON and
cycle the power.
• Check LEDs are illuminating.
If not:
• Check for power at the green
plugs
If no power at plugs:
• Trace power wires and
ensure connection of the
Terminal Block
If LEDs are illuminated:
• Reset dip switches
• L: 2; R: 1 and 2
• Trace gray display cable
to radar controller. Ensure
proper and correct
connection using diagram
• Check Battery Light on
the Solar Controller. At least
2 of 3 of the status lights
should be ON.
• Check the Threshold and
Blanking Speeds are set to
Proper settings for the area
• Aim the radar no greater
than 12 degrees from the
road (almost parallel to the
road)
• Cycle power to radar
• On start-up, check that
“23” is displayed on the unit
If yes:
• See No Detection below
• Activate the radar with a
tuning fork (2400Hz generates
33 MPH).
If you do not have a tuning
fork:
• The tuning fork app on a
smartphone works
• Wave the phone over the
radar at full volume
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BLACK
RED
TO PHOTOCELL
TO LED RIBBON
CABLE
OPTIONAL BT CABLE
-
BATTERY
-
BATTERY
RED
RED
BLACK
BLACK
-
T
BLACK
RED
GREEN
RED
ORANGE
BLACK
OPTIONAL
TO PIN 4 WHITE
TO PIN 1 ORANGE
TO PIN 3 GREEN
OPTIONAL
RELAY
R-SERIES RADAR
WIRING OPTIONS
WHITE
BLACK
RED
GREEN
ORANGE
BROWN
YELLOW
GRAY (KPH)
8
4
1
3
BLACK
RED
ORANGE
RED
BLACK
WHITE
CONTROLLER
-
POWER
BROWN
YELLOW
GRAY (KPH)
ORANGE
GREEN
RED
BLACK
WHITE
-
WHITE
BLACK
ORANGE
TO LED BOARDS
ORANGE
TO RADAR
8 POSITION
TERMINAL
STRIP
10 POSITION
TERMINAL
STRIP
CHARGE CONTROLLER
DATE:
DATE:
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CHECKED BY:
PRORIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL
TITLE:
K & K SYSTEMS
DWG. NO.
Office: (888) 414-3003
www.k-ksystems.com
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WIRING DIAGRAM
RADAR DISPLAY
RPM 18 PARTS LIST
PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION
SM-8002 LED Panel
BAT-12-18A 18 amp AGM Battery
EC-6005 Controller
SPLASHER SPLasher
SOLAR10 10 amp Solar Charge Controller
DR500 Radar
SH-PCELLM Photo Cell
ET-TWA Thumbwheel
OPTIONS
DS-A1-20 20 Watt Solar Panel
DS-A1-30 30 Watt Solar Panel
DS-A1-40 40 Watt Solar Panel
BAT-12-55A 12V 55 Amp Battery
BAT-12-100A 12V 100 Amp Battery
KKSL161509 16”x 15” x 9”Cabinet
R2-1-2430 24”x 30” “YOUR SPEED IS”Sign
0630-DG 6”x 30” “YOUR SPEED IS”Sign
HM Hour Meter
CROSSTALK-10 Cell - Modem; Wireless Radio; 900 mhz Radio (1500 Feet Range)
PT-7 7-Day Timer
PTC-1 DC - 365-Day Timer Programmable Timer Module
CCTR-12 4-1/2”Spun Aluminum Pole Kit with Base
CCTUC-12 12’- 3lb - U-Channel Post Kit
CCTS-12-2 2”x 12’Galvanized Square Post Kit
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1. The manufacturer warrants that all products manufactured by K&K Systems, Inc. will be
free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of
shipment, subject to the conditions and restrictions contained herein.
2. This warranty does not apply to a product that has not been installed or maintained in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, has been subjected to damage in an
accident, abused or neglected during operation, repaired or modied by persons other
than manufacturer, its employees or authorized agents, or failed to have normal mainte-
nance.
3. The buyer expressly agrees that the buyer’s sole remedy and the manufacturer’s sole re-
sponsibility, in respect to a warranty claim, is exclusively limited to repair or replacement
at the manufacturer’s option, of product or a portion thereof found by the manufacturer
to be defective. The manufacturer is not responsible for labor or other expended charges
by buyer including transportation chargers, and shall not be liable for any incidental or
consequential damages connected with repair of a product deemed to be defective or
with installation or replacement of repaired product. Further, the manufacturer disclaims
any liability for any incidental or consequential damages, including lost or duplicated
time or expense accruing for any reason, to the owner or user or any products sold by
the manufacturer, whether claim is made in contract or in tor or under any theory of
warranty, negligence or otherwise.
4. The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in its products from time to time,
without incurring any obligation to incorporate such improvements in any products
previously sold or in service.
5. The terms and conditions of the warranty cannot be altered without the written consent
of the manufacturer.
6. The foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other express, statutory and implied
warranties INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR ANY
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. There are no warranties which extend beyond the language in
the previous six (6) paragraphs.
If you have any further questions, please feel free to call us at our
toll-free number, 888-414-3003, email info@k-ksystems.com or
look us upon the internet at www.k-ksystems.com.
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY
687 Palmetto Rd.
Tupelo, Mississippi 38801
oce: 662.566.2025
fax : 662.566.7123
toll-free: 888.414.3003
email: sales@k-ksystems.com
www.k-ksystems.com
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