North America Traffic RCF 2.4 Application guide
RCF 2.4
Automated Flagger Assistance
Device Manual
REV 01 08.29.19
THE LEADER IN TRAFFIC CONTROL SYSTEMS
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The North America Trafc, Inc. Model RCF 2.4 Automated Flagger Assistance Device (AFAD) is used as
an alternative to traditional agging operations. The RCF 2.4 AFAD is designed to take Trafc Control
Persons out of harm’s way while continuing to maintain complete control over the construction/work
zone by use of a wireless Hand Held Radio Remote Control.
To ensure safe passage within the work zone, the RCF 2.4 AFAD comes equipped with user friendly
programming options and conict monitoring. The 4 inch gate arm and 12 inch LED signal lamps provide
positive information to the public, designating when to “Stop” (Red) and when to “Proceed with Caution”
(Flashing Amber).
AFAD’s are approved for use by the MUTCD in most situations where Trafc Control Persons are
stationed. It is the users responsibility to ensure adherence with the local requirements and/or obtaining
an engineer’s approval for use. Primarily, the units are deployed when Trafc Control Persons are most at
risk of injury or fatality including: high speed construction work zones, blind corners, inclement weather,
emergency projects (slide repair, road/culvert washout) and controlling high volumes of trafc during
festivals and/or events. Other opportunities to use RCF 2.4 AFAD units include: regular road maintenance
programs, situations with limited manpower assigned to trafc control and other areas where the use of
a mechanical device can help to save the lives of workers, both in the work zone and those controlling
trafc.
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information, please contact North America Trafc.
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Introduction 1
1 Safety Overview 3
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2 Terms and Definitions 5
3 Component Breakout 6
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4 Physical Setup/Takedown 10
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5 Controller Navigation 15
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6 Menu Screens 18
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7 Setting Up a Work Zone 21
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8 Radio Remote 25
9 Compatibility Mode 27
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10 Data Management 29
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11 Optional Equipment 32
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12 Communications 34
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13 Power System Information 35
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14 General Maintenance 38
15 Troubleshooting 39
16 Parts List 43
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Section 1
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1.1
All personnel operating the North America Trafc RCF 2.4 must be fully trained.
1.2
Prior to transporting the RCF 2.4 (either individually and/or in tandem) complete the following checklist to
ensure safety while in tow:
• All lock down points are secure including:
◦Tongue locking pin
◦The coupler pins
◦The coupling lock bar and locking plates (for nested/locked trailers)
• Make certain there are NO “loose” objects sitting on the unit (check solar panel, top of battery box,
fenders, bumpers, tongue, etc.)
• The light post is fully lowered, with winch cable taut
• The batteries inside the battery box are secured correctly with the battery hold-downs and the battery
box lid has been locked
• The jacks are fully retracted and locked into place
• The controller cabinet door has been shut and secured
• The hitch safety chains are secured
• All connections for the trailer lights has been secured and tested (check right/left turn signals, hazard
lights and brake lights for correct function)
Drive ahead about 10 feet and do a nal walk around to ensure that all lock down points are secure;
safety chains are crossed under the tongue and latched securely; and no tools or parts are sitting on the
machine.
Note: failure to ensure that all of the above precautions have been taken can result in injury and/or death.
1.3
It is the end user’s responsibility to ensure that advanced warning signs and barricades are used in
accordance with the local road authority guidelines.
1.4
Before working on the electrical system, always disconnect the 24V DC batteries (main power supply) and
the solar panel to avoid injury.
1.5
Safety Precautions
Always use eye protection, a face guard and rubber gloves when working with batteries. Have an eye
wash kit available at all times or tap water to ush acid out of eyes. Always have water and baking soda
available to wash off and neutralize acid when it comes in contact with skin. If acid is taken internally,
drink large amounts of water and seek medical attention immediately.
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Section 1
Gas Explosion or Fire
Batteries release an explosive hydrogen gas while being charged. Keep cigarettes, sparks, ames, and any
other ignition sources away at all times.
Acid Burns
Battery acid can cause burns if it comes in contact with exposed skin and can cause blindness when in
contact with your eye(s). Always wear protective goggles and gloves when working with batteries.
Electrical Burns
An electrical short between the positive and negative terminals of the battery can cause severe burns and
death, even though the voltage is low.
1.6
Prior to setting up the machine, ensure there is sufcient clearance to raise and lower the mast safely.
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Section 2
AFAD – dened as ‘Automated Flagger Assistance
Device’. An AFAD enables a agger(s) to be po-
sitioned away from the lane of trafc and is used
to control vehicle movements through temporary
trafc control zones. An AFAD is designed to be
remotely operated by either; a single agger at
one end of the TTC zone or at a central location, or
by separate aggers near each AFAD’s location.
Cycle – the total time to complete one operation
of all phases.
Gate Arm – also known as a boom, or boom gate.
The gate arm lowers to block the lane of trafc
when the AFAD displays a RED indication. When
the indication is changed to FLASH YELLOW, the
gate arm raises, permitting trafc to proceed ac-
cordingly.
Radio Remote Control – sometimes referred to as
a ‘Hand Held Remote’ or ‘HHR’. This device per-
mits the user to manually operate the AFAD unit(s)
wirelessly from a safe distance.
MUTCD – the Manual on Uniform Trafc Control
Devices. Contains regulatory information on the
use of AFAD’s in temporary trafc control situa-
tions on public roadways. Refer to MUTCD section
6E.06 Red/Yellow Lens Automated Flagger Assis-
tance Devices for further information regarding
the use of AFAD’s.
Phase – a phase controls one or more signals
within a work zone. The number of phases avail-
able and how many signals are controlled with
each phase depends on the layout of the work
zone.
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3.1
1. Solar Panel
• The solar panel supplied with every RCF 2.4 provides 100 Watts of power and is housed in an
anodized aluminum frame.
• The solar energy is sent to the solar panel controller which then transfers the power to the battery
bank.
• The energy generated by the solar panel assists in extending the autonomy of the unit - not to
charge the batteries to their maximum capacity; a full charge is achieved by using the 15 Amp smart
charger.
2. LED Signal Lamps and Housing
• The Signal Lamp is comprised of Light Emitting Diodes (LED).
• 12” diameter using a 24 VDC power supply and complies with ITE standards.
• ITE certied polycarbonate housing with an aluminum backboard.
• Standard ball cap visors extend over each LED lamp by 10”.
• Back Lamp: 4” amber LED lamp mounted on the signal head provides phase status to workers in the
construction zone. Behavior is displayed as:
◦Flashing = Phase status is FLASH AMBER
◦Solid = Phase status is SOLID AMBER or RED
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3. Communication Link (Radio Transceiver)
• A Radio Transceiver is installed in each RCF 2.4 Unit in order for communication between trailers.
• The Radio Transceiver is a 1 Watt system designed to communicate up to 1/2 mile (with line of
sight).
• The unit operates on the appoved frequency range as per the MUTCD/FCC Part 90.17 - (910 MHz-
917 MHz spred spectrum, frequency hopping) - No FCC licensing required.
4. Folding Gate Arm
• 10 ft total boom extension
• Aluminum
• 4” vertical aspect
• 16” alternating red/white reective sheeting
• Hinged design for compact storage
• 18” x 18” orange warning ag
5. Power Supply
• Power is supplied by four (4) – 6 Volt deep cycle batteries, in series to generate 24 VDC.
• Batteries are charged using the 15 Amp smart charger (external plug provided near cabinet door
providing easy access for connection to a 120 VAC source).
• Batteries receive some assisted energy supplied by the Solar Panel attached – for more information
see: Solar Panel feature in this section.
Note: For more detailed information pertaining to batteries, charger and solar array, refer to POWER
SYSTEM INFORMATION Section 13.
6. Trailer Section Components
• The Trailer Section for the RCF 2.4 is approved for use on highways including the following features:
◦Leaf spring axle, rated at 2200 lbs
◦ST175/80R13 tires
◦Removeable tongue with one (1) locking pin
◦Four at-mount screw jacks to level and stabilize
◦All electrical and lighting requirements for highway driving
◦2” Hitch Ball Coupler on tongue
◦Three points of locking contact for locked, unied towing
• The frame structure and all supports are welded and inspected by certied welders, implemented
under ISO 9001:2015 guidelines.
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3.2
1. Auxiliary Holder: used for storage of the tongue or spare tire mount. Holds the STOP HERE ON RED
sign when the unit is in operation.
Note: spare tire mount and spare tire are optional extras.
2. Gate Arm Holder: gate arm is stored in this holder for transport. It is a gravity t; no locking pin is
required.
3. STOP HERE ON RED Sign Holder: the sign is stored in this location for transport. It is a gravity t; no
locking pin is required.
4. Spare Tire Mount (Optional add-on item): the spare tire assembly is secured for transport in the
Auxiliary Holder, using the hitch pin. When the trailer is deployed, the spare tire assembly can be move
to the STOP HERE ON RED Sign Holder.
5. Running Light Cable: used to connect the running lights between the lead and rear trailer when
towing them as a unied system.
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3.3
1. Controller – controls all functions of the RCF 2.4.
2. Wiring Conduit – protected channel through
which wires are routed.
3. Terminal Block – all electrical inputs and outputs
are applied here.
4. Main Power On/Off Switch
5. Battery Charger – 15 amp used to charge the
batteries when unit is plugged into a 120 VAC
power source.
6. Solar Controller/Regulator – stabilizes and
transmits the energy collected by the solar panel
to the battery bank.
7. Fuse Block – fuses for all electrical functions.
8. Isolated Power Distribution Studs – the
distribution point to which power from
the batteries, solar array, and battery charger
is connected to the signal control system and
peripheral hardware.
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4
4.1
Note: If towing only a single trailer, go to Section
4.2.
1. Before disconnecting the units, drop the two
front jacks (top wind) on the rear unit in tow.
Also lower the two rear jacks (side wind) about
three quarters of the way down. Follow the
instructions below for all four jacks.
The jacks must be lowered as outlined
above. Failure to do so will result in the
trailer tipping.
a. Remove the cotter pin from the locking pin.
b. While holding the base of the jack, remove
the locking pin.
c. Place the base of the jack on the ground.
d. Line up the nearest holes and put the locking
pin through. Secure with the cotter pin.
e. Turn the crank until the jack is rmly on the
ground.
f. Repeat for the other top wind and side wind
jacks on the rear trailer. Ensure all jacks are
dropped before separating the two trailers.
2. Proceed to the connection point between the
two trailers and disconnect the running light
coupling cable from both trailers. Place it inside
the control cabinet of the rear trailer for safe
keeping.
3. Return to the connection point between the two
trailers. Fully remove the hitch pin from the
bumper plates to release one end of the locking
bars. Rotate the released lock bar back so its
out of the way. Repeat these actions for the lock
bar on the opposite side of the trailer.
Note: If
the locking bars are difcult to remove due to
binding, slightly raise or lower the jacks as
needed to until the bars freely move.
BE CAREFUL NOT TO PINCH YOUR FINGERS.
4. Locate the central ball coupler. Remove the
coupler lock pin and release the ball coupler
latch to make the nal disconnect of the units.
5. Raise the front of the rear unit using the front
jacks (top wind) until the coupler clears the ball
hitch. Double check that all three connection
points are fully disconnected.
6. Slowly pull the lead trailer forward with the
towing vehicle to fully separate the two trailers.
7. Position each trailer on the side of the road, as
required.
8. Fully level and stabilize each unit with the four
stabilizing jacks.
9. Proceed to the unit attached to the towing
vehicle.
WARNING
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CAUTION
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4.2
1. Before disconnecting the unit from the towing
vehicle, drop the two front jacks (top wind). Also
lower to two rear jacks (side wind) about three
quarters of the way down. Refer to steps 1a.
through 1e. in section 4.1 for detailed
instruction on deploying and lowering the jacks.
The jacks must be lowered as outlined
above. Failure to do so will result in the
trailer tipping.
2. Disconnect the running light plug from the
towing vehicle.
3. Disconnect the safety chains from the towing
vehicle.
4. Remove the coupler lock pin and release the
ball coupler latch.
5. Use one of the front jacks to raise the trailer
tongue until it completely clears the ball hitch
of the towing vehicle.
6. Pull the towing vehicle ahead.
7. Position the trailer on the side of the road, as
required.
8. Fully level and stabilize the unit with the four
stabilizing jacks.
9. Proceed to the front of the trailer and
disconnect the running light plug that connects
the tongue to the frame. Excess length of cable
can be wrapped around the tongue to prevent
damage to the wires or plug.
10. Locate the hitch pin that secures the tongue to
the trailer. Remove the cotter pin and slide the
hitch pin out; set aside.
11. Position yourself parallel to the tongue and
stand roughly in the middle of the length of
the tongue.
Use care when removing the tongue as it is
long and can tip/fall to the side easily. Lift
using your knees and not your back.
12. Grasp the tongue and slide it out to fully
remove it from the trailer. Place it in a secure
location (i.e. back of towing vehicle).
13. Insert the hitch pin back in the corresponding
hole in the bumper for safe keeping.
4.3
Ensure all jacks are deployed and the unit is
level before raising the light post. Failure to
do so may lead to tipping of the trailer.
ALWAYS check for overhead power lines or
utility lines in the immediate area to avoid
contact with the light post. Move the unit to
another location if necessary.
1. Proceed to the front of the trailer and locate the
hand winch.
2. Firmly grasp the handle of the winch and turn
it clockwise to raise the light post.
Note: ensure
that a “clicking” noise is heard while cranking
the winch.
3. Reference the two arrow decals (one located on
the light post, the other on the winch mast) for
proper deployment height. When the two
arrows are aligned, the signal housing will be
deployed to the MUTCD recommended height
of 7 feet (as measured to the underside of the
signal housing).
Note: The winch has a built-in
brake to prevent the light post from lowering
automatically. Turn the winch handle counter-
clockwise to lower the light post, as necessary.
4. Proceed to the shoulder side of the trailer and
remove the “STOP HERE ON RED” sign from the
transport position.
5. Proceed to the rear of the trailer and install the
sign in the deployed position (receiving tube
located in corner between rear bumper and
roadside side rail).
WARNING
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CAUTION
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CAUTION
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WARNING
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6. Insert the locking pin in the sign receiver tube
to secure the sign in place.
7. Proceed to the shoulder-side of the trailer and
remove the gate arm from the gate arm holder.
8. Proceed to the roadside of the trailer with the
gate arm in hand.
Ensure temporary trafc control is operating
prior to stepping onto the roadway. Failure
to do so may result in injury or death due to
vehicular impact.
9. Keep the gate arm partially folded and place
the appropriate end in the gate arm sleeve.
10. Align the holes of the gate arm and sleeve and
insert the hitch pin to secure in place.
11. Swing open the gate arm and use the toggle
latch to secure in the fully deployed position.
Ensure the ag is fully unraveled.
4.4
Ensure temporary trafc control is operating
prior to stepping onto the roadway. Failure
to do so may result in injury or death due to
vehicular impact.
1. Put all units into ALL STOP or power them off.
2. Proceed to the roadside of the trailer and
unlatch the gate arm and swing closed.
3. Remove the hitch pin securing the gate arm and
remove the gate arm from the sleeve.
4. Proceed to the shoulder-side with the gate arm
in hand and place it in the gate arm holder.
5. Proceed to the rear of the trailer and remove
the locking pin from the “STOP HERE ON RED”
sign receiver tube.
6. Remove the sign from the tube and proceed to
the shoulder-side of the trailer to install the sign
in the transport position.
7. Proceed to the front of the trailer and locate the
hand winch.
WARNING
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WARNING
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8. Firmly grasp the handle of the winch and turn it
counterclockwise to lower the light post.
Note:
there will be no clicking “noise” when cranking
the winch.
9. Lower the light post until it reaches the stop.
4.5
1. Retrieve the tongue and remove the hitch pin in
the bumper.
2. Slide the tongue fully into the hole in the
bumper.
3. Secure the tongue with the hitch pin. Install the
cotter pin into the hitch pin.
4. Plug the running light cable from the tongue
into the outlet on the frame.
5. Pull the towing vehicle in front of the trailer.
6. Raise the front of the unit using the two front
jacks (top wind) enough for the tongue to clear
the ball hitch on the towing vehicle.
7. Reverse the towing vehicle so the ball hitch is
underneath the tongue coupler.
8. Lower the front jacks to connect the coupler to
the ball hitch, lock the coupler latch, and secure
the coupler lock pin.
9. Connect the safety chains and the running light
plug to the towing vehicle.
10. Retract all jacks.
a. Remove the cotter pin.
b. While holding the base of the jack, remove
the locking pin.
c. Raise the base until the bottom hole is lined
up with the main locking hole.
d. Put the locking pin in the locking hole.
e. Put the cotter pin in the locking pin.
f. Repeat for all jacks.
4.6
1. Before connecting the units, raise the two rear
jacks (side wind) on the rear unit in tow so they
14Section 4
remain deployed roughly three quarters of the
way down.
2. Reverse the trailer connected to the towing
vehicle just in front of the rear trailer to be
connected.
3. Raise the rear unit using the front jacks (top
wind) enough for the coupler on the rear unit to
clear the ball hitch on the front unit.
4. Slowly reverse the front unit until the coupler is
above the ball hitch.
5. Ensure the latch on the coupler is released, then
lower to two front jacks on the rear unit until
the connection is made with the ball hitch.
6. Secure the latch and install the coupler lock pin.
7. Connect the outer lock bars by rotating them
down between the bumper plates. Install the
hitch pin to secure in place.
Note: If the locking
bars are difcult to connect due to binding,
slightly raise or lower the jacks as needed to
until the bars freely move.
BE CAREFUL NOT TO PINCH YOUR FINGERS.
8. Retrieve the running light coupling cable and
connect it to both trailers.
9. Retract all jacks. (Refer to Section 4.5, step 10
for detailed instruction).
10. Turn on the towing vehicle’s hazard lights and
do a walk around to ensure all running lights
are in proper working order. Also inspect all
trailers for:
• any loose objects
• light post fully lowered
• cabinet door closed and secure
• sign and gate arm secure
• all locking points have proper hitch pins and
locking pins in place.
CAUTION
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5
5.1
1. Soft Buttons – these 10 buttons
have no specic assigned values.
They will have a different value on
each screen.
2. BACK Button – returns to the
previous menu screen.
3. L.E.D. Status Lights:
ALERT
- indicates whether there is a
fault or error message.
Note: Alert light will be illuminated for
15 seconds following power down of
the system.
BUSY
- USB in use, settings being
saved or copied, unit warming up.
ON
- power indication.
4. ENTER Button – used to
conrm a selected value or
open a paramater for editing.
5. Directional Buttons – allows the
user to toggle through menus,
various screens and cycling through
paramaters open for editing.
6. USB Port – used to import/export
software les, trafc control plans
and fault/data logs.
7. J-Plugs (J1/J2) – I/O connections
to the terminal block by means of
wire harnesses.
8. Serial Port (J0) – connection to
radio transciever.
9. Speaker – emits audible notication
to user when buttons are pressed.
Also emits loud beeping when
batteries are low.
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ALERT
ON
BACK
BUSY
Gen 3 Controller
ENTER
J1 J2J0
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5.2
The systems tray will display pertinent information that is always visible.
1. System Feedback – this will display any instructions, faults or error messages that occur.
2. Battery Voltage – displays the current battery voltage.
3. Unit Identier – displays the machine designation, either Primary or Secondary X.
4. Radio Channel – will display the current radio channel or show if the machine is hardwired.
5. Radio Signal Strength – displays the signal strength percentage in 25% increments. This is a
combination of radio signal strength and rate of data transfer within the network.
6. Menu Path – this section displays where the user is located in the software.
7. Program Version – will display the model of the unit and software version number.
8. Date and Time – in the OPTIONS menu, the date and time can be set (HOME>OPTIONS PG 3).
5.3
To create a new passcode, go into options and scroll down to SET NEW
PASSCODE . A prompt will appear to enter the
current passcode. From factory, this passcode is:
0 – 8 – 0 – 0
Once this is entered, a prompt will appear to enter a new passcode. If your custom passcode is ever
forgotten, call North America Trafc: 1-877-352-4626.
After a new passcode is set, in order to alter any settings, the software will need to be unlocked. This can
be accomplished either by unlocking the software via the OPTIONS menu or by selecting any option to
edit. Once selected, a prompt will appear to enter the passcode.
FEB/01/17 09:53AM
PROGRAM: MODEL V##
HOMEBATTERY: 24.0 VOLTS
UNIT: PRIMARY RADIO CHANNEL: 03 RADIO SIGNAL:
DEFAULT ALL RED
PRESS START TO RESUME
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DATE & TIME
FEB/01/17 09:53AM
PROGRAM: MODEL V##
HOME >OPTIONS PG 2
BATTERY: 24.0 VOLTS
UNIT: PRIMARY RADIO CHANNEL: 03 RADIO SIGNAL:
DEFAULT FLASH RED
PRESS START TO RESUME
COMMUNICATION
SETTINGS
SET NEW
PASSCODE
AUTO-RESTART
FUNCTIONS
SOFTWARE
IMPORT/EXPORT
NEXT
PAGE
PREV
PAGE
LOCK
SOFTWARE
ENTER THE NEW
PASSCODE
TO MOVE CURSOR,
PRESS ENTER WHEN DONE
# # #
0
17Section 5
Once unlocked, the only way to lock the software again is to go back to the OPTIONS menu and select
the corresponding soft button.
5.4
Navigating menu pages:
1. In this case, the corresponding soft buttons will be used to toggle through pages.
2. When “next page” is displayed, the and directional buttons will be used to toggle through
pages.
Editing Parameters:
YELLOW
FLASH
FEB/01/17 09:53AM
PROGRAM: AFAD V##
HOME > TIMINGBATTERY: 24.0 VOLTS
UNIT: PRIMARY RADIO CHANNEL: 03 RADIO SIGNAL:
DEFAULT FLASH RED
PRESS START TO RESUME
RED
CLEAR
SOLID
YELLOW
SECONDSPRIMARY SECONDARY 1
ACTUATION
SETTINGS
RED
CLEAR
SOLID
YELLOW
32
START PROGRAM
ALWAYS MONITOR TRAFFIC FLOW AND ADJUST TIMING WHEN NEEDED.
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MIN
27 27 YELLOW
FLASH
Once a soft button is selected (i.e. Secondary 1 YELLOW
FLASH):
• Use the or directional buttons to increase or
decrease the highlighted integer.
• Lock parameters in memory by pressing
ENTER
ENTER,
pressing any other soft button, or by shifting the selection
to the opposing timing input.
Toggling Through the Unit Diagnostic Tab:
OPTIONS HELP
PRI SEC1 PHZ
Using the and directional buttons
from the home screen will allow you to view
the Phase Status and diagnostics for each
unit in the network. Press ENTER to view the
selected tab.
GATE ARM
FEB/01/17 09:53AM
PROGRAM: AFAD V##
HOME >OPTIONS PG 1BATTERY: 24.0 VOLTS
UNIT: PRIMARY RADIO CHANNEL: 03 RADIO SIGNAL:
DEFAULT FLASH RED
PRESS START TO RESUME
UNIT ID
SITE LAYOUT
RADIO CHANNEL
INTRUSION
ALARM
NEXT
PAGE
PRIMARY
LOCK
SOFTWARE
03
ONE-WAY ZONE
TWO UNITS
NEXT
PAGE
PREV
PAGE
LOCK
SOFTWARE
FEB/01/17 09:53AM
PROGRAM: MODEL V##
HOME >TIMING >
ACTUATION
RADIO SIGNAL:
next page
1. 2.
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OPERATOR SHALL BE FULLY TRAINED OPERATOR SHALL B
OPTIONS
FEB/01/17 09:53AM
PROGRAM: AFAD V##
HOMEBATTERY: 24.0 VOLTS
UNIT: PRIMARY RADIO CHANNEL: 03 RADIO SIGNAL:
DEFAULT ALL RED
PRESS START TO RESUME
HELP
START
PRI SEC1 PHZ
CHANGE TIMING
SYNC RADIO REMOTE
OPERATOR SHALL BE FULLY TRAINED OPERATOR SHALL B
OPTIONS
FEB/01/17 09:53AM
PROGRAM: AFAD V##
HOMEBATTERY: 24.0 VOLTS
UNIT: SECONDARY 1 RADIO CHANNEL: 03 RADIO SIGNAL:
DEFAULT ALL RED
PRESS START TO RESUME
HELP
PRI SEC1
SYNC RADIO REMOTE
6.1
CHANGE TIMING – the menu where the timing
can be changed for each phase.
YELLOW
FLASH
FEB/01/17 09:53AM
PROGRAM: AFAD V##
HOME > TIMINGBATTERY: 24.0 VOLTS
UNIT: PRIMARY RADIO CHANNEL: 03 RADIO SIGNAL:
DEFAULT FLASH RED
PRESS START TO RESUME
RED
CLEAR
SOLID
YELLOW
SECONDSPRIMARY SECONDARY 1
YELLOW
FLASH
RED
CLEAR
SOLID
YELLOW
32
START PROGRAM
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Red Clear – Allows the user to set the red time
required for vehicles to safely clear the work
zone before the next green phase is served.
Solid Yellow – Allows the user to set the solid
yellow time for the signal when it transitions
from ash yellow to red.
Yellow Flash – Allows the user to set the
maximum ash yellow time for the signal.
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Unit ID – used to designate each unit as either a
primary or secondary machine. Each unit will have
a different designation. Only 1 primary machine is
needed per work zone.
Radio Channel – there are 10 radio channels and
1 hardwire setting available. Every machine in the
work zone must be on the same radio channel in
order to work together.
Site Layout – the site layout tab allows the user
to select a predened layout to suit the work
zone. There are up to 20 layouts to choose from.
Gate Arm
Enable/Disable – allows the user to turn on or
off the gate arm function.
Delay – allows the user to input the delay time
(0-10sec) that will occur between when the RED
indication is lit, and when the gate arm begins
to lower.
Intrusion Alarm
Enable/Disable – allows the user to turn on
or off the intrusion alarm systems (requires
additional hardware).
Gate Arm Retract – allows the user to enable
or disable the retract feature. If enabled,
this will stop the gate arm from lowering if
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lowering, the gate arm will stop and return to
the vertical position.
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Control Mode – ve different modes can be
used to operate the system.
Automatic – in automatic mode, the machines
will communicate automatically with one
another based on how the site layout has been
assigned. It also allows for a manual override
using the radio remote.
Note: Automatic
operation is not compliant with the MUTCD
requirements for AFAD’s. This function requires
a passcode to access, and should only be used
for private applications.
Manual – in manual mode, the radio remote is
required. The red button on the radio remote
will initiate an ALL STOP command, the green
button will turn the Primary signal green (ash
amber), and the black button will turn the
Secondary signal green (ash amber). Manual
mode can only be used with site layouts that
consist of up to two phases.
Note: An ALL
STOP must be initiated prior to changing green
signals.
Pilot Car Mode – a pilot car equipped with a
radio remote can control the work zone without
the need for a agger. A hardwired remote can
also be employed.
Single Unit - Manual – in single unit manual,
the unit will be controlled solely by the radio
remote.
Single Unit - Auto – in single unit auto, the
unit will run automatically based on the timing
settings.
Fault Logs – used to log each fault that occurs
with the date and time, and type of fault. Up to
10,000 faults are held in memory.
Clear Fault – a fault can only be cleared once it
has been resolved.
Export All Logs – fault logs and data logs can
be exported via USB as a .csv le.
Lamp Outputs – additional lamps to notify
workers of the signal lamp(s) status.
Back Lamp – a 4” amber lamp used to notify
the workers within the work zone. When the
corresponding signal head is in its green or
“yellow ash” phase, the back lamp displays
ashing amber. When the corresponding signal
head is in its yellow change or red clearance
phase, the back lamp displays a solid amber
indication.
Green Lamp – enabling the green lamp will
add a corresponding timing eld in CHANGE
TIMING.
Note: This requires the hardware
addition of a green lamp, signal housing, etc.
Communication Settings – used for radio
communication setup.
Drop Out Time – the machine will go into
default mode if radio communication is lost for
more than the specied time.
Set New Passcode – user selectable passcode
used to unlock the software settings (see Section
5.3 SyStem PaSScode).
Date & Time – the date and time can be set by
using the up and down arrow buttons to select
the value and the right and left arrow buttons to
toggle horizontally.
Software Import/Export – software updates and
preprogrammed trafc plans can be imported via
ash drive. Exporting can be used to save plans.
This will save all settings to the USB ash drive.
Compatibility With – allows the Gen 3 system
to operate with older Gen 1 controllers. If
compatibility with an older Gen controller is
selected, some programming options within the
Gen 3 software will be inaccessible (grayed out)
in order to comply with the older versions (see
Section 9 comPatibilty mode).
Note: When operating in Gen 1 AFAD
compatibility mode, the Gen 3 system must
ALWAYS be the PRIMARY unit. The Gen 1 units
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