tams elektronik FCS-L User manual

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FCS-L
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Beleuchtungsmodul
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Lighting module
compatible to the
Faller* Car-System nAnleitung
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Module d'éclairage
pour véhicules
du Faller* Car-System nMode d´emploi
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Verlichtingsmodule voor
het Faller* Car System n
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Art.-Nr. 22-01-071-5 n

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nDeutsch 3
nEnglish 13
nFrançais 23
nNederlands 33
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© 09/2007 Tams Elektronik GmbH
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Table of contents
How to use this manual 13
Intended use 14
Safety instructions 14
EMC declaration 16
Summary of operation 16
Technical specifications / Circuit Diagram (Fig. 1) 17
Checking the package contents 17
Required tools and materials 18
Safe and correct soldering 18
Mounting the FCS-L / Connections Diagram (Fig. 2) 19
FAQ 20
Manufacturer's note 21
Certification 21
Conditional warranty 22
How to use this manual
This manual gives step-by-step instructions for safe and correct fitting
of the module, and operation. Before you start, we advise you to read
the whole manual, particularly the chapter on safety instructions and
the FAQ chapter. You will then know where to take care and how to
prevent mistakes which take a lot of effort to correct.
Keep this manual safely so that you can solve problems in the future. If
you pass the module on to another person, please pass on the manual
with it.

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Intended use
The module can be used according to the specifications of this manual
in a vehicle compatible to the Faller* Car-System.
The module is not suitable for children under the age of 14.
Reading, understanding and following the instructions in this manual
are mandatory for the user.
Any other use is inappropriate and invalidates any guarantees.
Safety instructions
Mechanical hazards
Cut wires can have sharp ends and can cause serious injuries. Watch
out for sharp edges when you pick up the PCB.
Visibly damaged parts can cause unpredictable danger. Do not use
damaged parts: recycle and replace them with new ones.
Electrical hazards
§Touching powered, live components,
§touching conducting components which are live due to malfunction,
§short circuits,
§connecting the circuit to another voltage than specified,
§impermissibly high humidity,
§condensation build up
can cause serious injury due to electrical shock. Take the following
precautions to prevent this danger:
§Never perform wiring on a powered module.
§Mounting the module should only be done in closed, clean, dry rooms.
Beware of humidity.
§Only use low power for this module as described in this manual and
only use certified transformers.
§Connect soldering irons only in approved mains sockets installed by an
authorised electrician.

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§Observe cable diameter requirements.
§After condensation build up, allow a minimum of 2 hours for dispersion.
§Use only original spare parts if you have to repair the module.
Fire risk
Touching flammable material with a hot soldering iron can cause fire, which
can result in injury or death through burns or suffocation. Connect your
soldering iron or soldering station only when actually needed. Always keep
the soldering iron away from inflammable materials. Use a suitable
soldering iron stand. Never leave a hot soldering iron or station unattended.
Thermal danger
A hot soldering iron or liquid solder accidentally touching your skin can
cause skin burns. As a precaution:
§use a heat-resistant mat during soldering,
§always put the hot soldering iron in the soldering iron stand,
§point the soldering iron tip carefully when soldering, and
§remove liquid solder with a thick wet rag or wet sponge from the
soldering tip.
Dangerous environments
A working area that is too small or cramped is unsuitable and can cause
accidents, fires and injury. Prevent this by working in a clean, dry room
with enough freedom of movement.
Other dangers
Children can cause any of the accidents mentioned above because they
are inattentive and not responsible enough. Children under the age of
14 should not be allowed to work with this module.
Little children can swallow small components with sharp edges, with
fatal results! Do not allow components to reach small children.
In schools, training centres, clubs and workshops, assembly must be
supervised by qualified personnel.
In industrial institutions, health and safety regulations applying to
electronic work must be adhered to.

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EMC declaration
This product is developed and tested in accordance with the European
standards EN 55014-1 and EN 61000-6-3 and meets the EC - directive
2004/108/EG and legal requirements.
To guarantee the electromagnetic tolerance in operation you must take
the following precautions:
§Make no changes to the original parts and accurately follow the
instructions, circuit diagram and PCB layut included with this manual.
§Use only original spare parts if you have to repair the kit or the ready-
built module.
Summary of Operation
The module is designed for the use in vehicles compatible with the
Faller* car system, that are run with one accumulator battery. By
reducing the module´s input voltage the module may be used as well
with vehicles that are run with two accumulator batteries.
Two white and two red LEDs for the vehicle´s headlights and rearlights
can be connected. The circuit regulates the input to a constant current
of approx. 25 mA so that the appropriate voltage for the operation of
the LEDs is applied at the module´s output.

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Technical specifications
Supply voltage 0,9 to 1,8 Volt DC
(= vehicles with one battery)
Supply voltage 1,6 to 2,5 Volt DC
when mounting an additional diode (= vehicles with two batteries)
Current consumption approx. 25 mA (independent of
the voltage applied)
Protected to IP 00
Ambient temperature in use 0 - + 60 °C
Ambient temperature in storage -10 - + 80 °C
Comparative humidity allowed max. 85 %
Dimensions approx. 4,2 x 7,4 x 1,7 mm
Weight approx. 1 g
Fig. 1: Cicuit Diagram
Checking the package contents
Check the contents of the package for completeness immediately after
unpacking:
§one module,
§one diode 1N4148,
§one manual.
10 µH

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Required tools and materials
Make sure you have the following tools, equipment and materials ready
for use:
§an electronic soldering iron (max. 30 Watt) with a fine tip,
§a soldering iron stand,
§a tip-cleaning sponge,
§a heat-resistant mat,
§a small side cutter and wire stripper,
§a pair of tweezers,
§tin solder (0,5 mm. diameter),
§wire.
Safe and correct soldering
Caution:
Incorrect soldering can cause dangers through fires and heat. Avoid
these dangers by reading and following the directions given in the
chapter Safety instructions. If you have had training in soldering you
can skip this chapter.
§Use a small soldering iron with max. 30 Watt. Keep the soldering tip
clean so the heat of the soldering iron is applied to the solder point
effectively.
§Only use tin solder with flux.
§When soldering electronic circuits never use soldering-water or
soldering grease. They contain acids that can corrode components and
copper tracks.
§Solder quickly: holding the iron on the joints longer than necessary can
destroy components and can damage copper tracks or soldering eyes.
§Apply the soldering tip to the soldering spot in such a way that the wire
and the soldering eye are heated at the same time. Simultaneously add
solder (not too much). As soon as the solder becomes liquid take it
away. Hold the soldering tip at the spot for a few seconds so that the
solder flows into the joint, then remove the soldering iron.

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§The joint should be held still for about 5 seconds after soldering.
§To make a good soldering joint you should use a clean and unoxidised
soldering tip. Clean the soldering tip with a damp piece of cloth, a damp
sponge or a piece of silicon cloth.
§After soldering check (preferably with a magnifying glass) tracks for
accidental solder bridges and short circuits. This would cause faulty
operation or, in the worst case, permanent damage. You can remove
excess solder by putting a clean soldering tip on the spot. The solder
will become liquid again and flow from the soldering spot to the
soldering tip.
Mounting the FCS-L
Open the housing of the vehicle. Locate the position for the module.
Follow the connection diagram fig. 2.
Connection to the supply voltage
The module is designed for connecting to a supply voltage of 0,9 to
1,8 V (= one accumulator battery). If it is connected to a higher supply
voltage of 1,6 bis 2,5 V (= two accumulator batteries) you have to
reduce the input voltage by mounting a diode (e.g. 1N4148) in the
lead-in wire.
Connect the soldering point X1 to the positive pole and the soldering
point X2 to the negative pole of the accumulator batteries.
Caution:
The module should not be connected the wrong way round. Otherwise
it will be destroyed when put into operation.
Connection of the diodes
Connect the LEDs´anodes and cathodes, as in the connectioning
diagram (fig. 2), to the soldering points X3 and X4. The module is a
constant-current source, therefore the mounting of additional series
resistors is not necessary.

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Fig. 2: Connections diagram
D1, D2 LED, white
D3, D4 LED, red
D5 If required, e.g. diode 1N4148
Pin connections
X1 Connection to „+”of the accumulator batteries
X2 Connection to „-” of the accumulator batteries
X3 Connection to the cathode side of the LEDs
X4 Connection to the anode side of the LEDs
FAQ
§Parts are getting very hot and/or start to smoke.
Disconnect the system from the mains immediately!
Possible cause: The connections to the power supply are connected the
wrong round. àCheck the connection. In this case the module is
probably damaged irreparably.
§The LEDs do not light.
Possible cause: The LEDs are connected the wrong round. àCheck
the connections.
Possible cause: The power supply is interrupted. àCheck the
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§After applying the supply voltage the LEDs flash quickly and then
go out.
Possible cause: The supply voltage is higher than 1,8 V. àReduce
the input voltage, for instance by mounting a diode in the lead-in
wire from the power supply to the module (see fig. 2).
§The red or the white LEDs light brighter than the others.
Possible cause: The burning voltage of the red and the white LEDs
differs considerably. àConnect a series resistor (value from 1 to
20 Ohm) to the LEDs that light brighter.
If you cannot find the problem, please return the module for repair
(address on the cover page).
Manufacturer's note
The person who brings the circuit into operation is the manufacturer of
the product. If he sells the product to another person he is responsible
for passing on all the relevant papers. Domestic appliances assembled
from a kit are deemed industrial products and must comply with health
and safety regulations.
Certification
This product is developed and tested in accordance with the European
standards EN 55014-1 and EN 61000-6-3. This product conforms with
the EC- directive 2004/108/EG on electromagnetic radiation and is
therefore CE certified.

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Conditions of warranty
This product is guaranteed for two years. The warranty includes the
correction of faults which can be proved to be due to material failure or
factory flaw. We guarantee the function of the parts according to the
parameters in not mounted state as well as the adherence to the
technical specifications of the circuit when assembled and connected
according to the manual.
Other claims are excluded. By law, we are not responsible for damages
or secondary damages in connection with this product. We retain the
right to repair, make improvements, supply spare parts or return the
purchase price.
The following invalidate the warranty:
§using an unsuitable soldering iron, solder containing liquid acids or
similar,
§if damage is caused by not following the instructions in this manual or
the connection diagram(s)
§if the module has been altered and repair attempts have failed,
§if arbitrary changes in the circuit are made,
§if additional components are added which are not described in the
manual,
§if the copper tracks or soldering eyes are damaged,
§if damage occurs due to an overload of the module,
§if connected to a incorrect voltage or current,
§if damaged by other persons,
§if damaged by faulty operation or if damaged by careless use or abuse.
* "Faller" is a registered and protected trade mark of Gebrueder Faller
GmbH, Guetenbach, Germany.

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