TWR Lighting REDSTAR User manual

10810 W LITTLE YORK RD. STE 130-HOUSTON TX 77041-4051
VOICE: 713-973-6905 - FAX: [phone]
web: www.twrlighting.com
IMPORTANT!!!!
PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO FILL OUT THE FORM COMPLETELY. FILE IN A SAFE
PLACE. IN THE EVENT YOU EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS WITH OR HAVE QUESTIONS
CONCERNING YOUR BEACON, THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS NECESSARY TO
OBTAIN PROPER SERVICE AND PARTS.
MODEL # REDSTAR (FAA L-864 BEACON)
SERIAL #
PURCHASE DATE
PURCHASED FROM

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Questions or information beyond this manual, please contact TWR Lighting, Inc.
TWR Lighting, Inc.
10810 W Little York Rd. Ste 130 - Houston, TX 77041-4051
Voice: 713-973-6905 - Fax: [phone] – Toll Free: 800-661-8606
E-mail: [e-mail]
web: www.twrlighting.com
The use of Non-original manufacturer parts which are not approved by TWR Lighting, Inc. may invalidate the
warranty as well as compliance with requirements as published in the FAA Advisory Circulars AC70/7460-1M,
AC150/5345-43J and AC150/5345-53 and ICAO Annex 14 Volume 2 standards.
DISCLAIMER
While every effort has been made to provide a complete, up-to-date, accurate manual, no liability claims for
damages resulting from any errors or omissions in this manual will be accepted by TWR Lighting, Inc.
COPYRIGHT
Copyright © 2005 TWR Lighting, Inc.
All rights reserved. Reproduction or use of any part of this installation & operation manual is prohibited without
express written permission from TWR Lighting, Inc.

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Contents
1GENERAL INFORMATION .....................................................................................................................................6
1.1 Optional User Interface functions ...................................................................................................................6
1.1.1 Control options ............................................................................................................................................6
2INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................................................................6
2.1 L864 Beacon Light (Part # REDSTAR)...............................................................................................................7
2.1.1 Beacon mounting.........................................................................................................................................7
2.1.2 Beacon electrical..........................................................................................................................................7
2.2 Cable (Part # LCABLE-2)...................................................................................................................................7
2.2.1 Cable specifications .....................................................................................................................................7
2.2.2 Cable connection .........................................................................................................................................7
2.3 Optional: ADLS Junction Box (Part # JBWT-ADLS) ...........................................................................................8
(Aircraft Detection Lighting Systems) ......................................................................................................................8
2.3.1 JB mounting .................................................................................................................................................8
2.3.2 JB electrical connection ...............................................................................................................................8
2.3.3 JB beacon connections ................................................................................................................................8
2.3.4 JB alarm monitoring connection..................................................................................................................8
2.3.5 JB Ethernet connection................................................................................................................................8
3OPERATION ..........................................................................................................................................................9
3.1 JP202 Jumper Functions..................................................................................................................................9
3.1.1 JP202 Position 1...........................................................................................................................................9
3.1.2 JP202 Positions 2 & 3...................................................................................................................................9
3.2 Input and Output...........................................................................................................................................10
3.2.1 Beacon Alarm.............................................................................................................................................10
3.3 LED Indicators................................................................................................................................................11
4MAINTENANCE...................................................................................................................................................12
4.1 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................12
4.1.1 No Power: (Note: REDSTAR ONLY OPERATES IN NIGHT MODE)................................................................12
4.1.2 No Mode Change (Beacon Photocell)........................................................................................................12
4.1.3 GPS Failure:................................................................................................................................................12
4.1.4 Beacon Alarms: ..........................................................................................................................................12

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5MAJOR COMPONENTS PARTS LIST.....................................................................................................................13
6WARRANTY AND RETURN POLICY ......................................................................................................................14
6.1 RMA FORM ....................................................................................................................................................17
7Drawing - REDSTAR BEACON CHASSIS ...............................................................................................................18
8Drawing - CABLE DATA SHEET............................................................................................................................18
9Drawing – LIGHT KIT FOR WIND TURBINE..........................................................................................................18
10 Drawing – (OPTIONAL) ADLS JUNCTION BOX DETAIL ........................................................................................18
11 Drawing - (OPTIONAL) ADLS LIGHTING KIT CHASSIS FOR WIND TURBINE.........................................................18
12 Drawing - (OPTIONAL) ADLS LIGHTING KIT SCHEMATIC FOR WIND TURBINE ...................................................18

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1GENERAL INFORMATION
The REDSTAR beacon is for lighting structures such as towers and wind turbines in accordance with the FAA
Advisory Circular AC 70/7460-1M, CAR 621 and ICAO Annex 14.
The REDSTAR is equipped with red visible and infrared LEDs, photocell, and GPS for independent operation
without need for controls with the ability to report failures specified by FAA, CAR and ICAO that need to be
advised to proper authorities. The pigtail cable (LCABLE-2) combines power, alarms, and communication
wires for ease of lighting system installation.
1.1 Optional User Interface functions
1.1.1 Control options
a) LC-STAR Controller with display for a user-friendly interface allowing full access and
diagnostics including Ethernet Modbus interface for use such as Aircraft Detecting Lighting
System (ADLS).
b) JBWT-ADLS Junction box for power & alarm terminations including Ethernet Modbus
interface for Aircraft Detecting Lighting System (ADLS) or remote SCADA MODBUS TCP/IP
control and monitoring.
c) Beacon also has RS-485 MOSBUS RTU Slave interface for direct local control and monitoring
by customer SCADA system.
2INSTALLATION
Before installing the REDSTAR beacon read this manual completely. Check equipment for damage if damage
is evident report to TWR technical server before proceeding.
Suggested tools:
1. #1 flat head cabinet tip screwdriver (small for spring terminal blocks)
2. 18” Crescent wrench
3. Electrical Multi-Meter (Able to measure up to 40Mega-ohms of resistance)
Note: System warranty is to be declared null and void if this lighting system is not installed according to
instructions and diagrams within this manual.

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2.1 L864 Beacon Light (Part # REDSTAR )
Figure 1 REDSTAR BEACON
2.1.1 Beacon mounting
The Beacon has four mounting feet arranged every 90 degrees on a 13-1/4” bolt hole circle. It
will be necessary to have bracket and/or hardware for mounting on structure. Refer to
mounting dimension on the Beacon drawing toward the back of this manual.
2.1.2 Beacon electrical
The standard beacon operates on 120/240 VAC 50/60Hz power (15 Watts during night
operation). Optional 24/48 VDC beacons are available. Refer to the beacon drawing toward the
back of this manual.
2.2 Cable (Part # LCABLE-2 )
2.2.1 Cable specifications
TWR uses a single composite PVC jacketed cable with 0.655-inch diameter using 2x 12awg
(Black and White) for power, 1x 14awg (Green) for ground, 4x 22awg (Blue, Yellow and Orange,
Gray) for communications and 2x 22awg (Red and Tan) for alarms. All shield wires must be
twisted together and terminated to ground, except within REDSTAR Beacon do not terminate,
cut of shield wires.
2.2.2 Cable connection
LCABLE-2 cable uses a cord connector/cable gland over PVC jacket of cable for watertight entry.
Refer to drawings toward the back of this manual.

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2.3 Optional: ADLS Junction Box (Part # JBWT-ADLS )
(Aircraft Detection Lighting Systems)
2.3.1 JB mounting
The ADLS junction box (JBWT-ADLS) is typically installed at the base of a structure or within
wind turbine nacelle. The junction box has mounting feet 8.39”x 13.08”. Refer to details on the
Chassis layout drawing toward the back of this manual.
2.3.2 JB electrical connection
Route your specific Electrical power input through the base of enclosure by a ¾” NPT hub.
Installation should be in accordance with local methods and National Electrical Codes (NEC).
2.3.3 JB beacon connections
Maximum of two REDSTAR cable glands entries are available through the base of the enclosure
with terminal connections for power, data, and alarms.
2.3.4 JB alarm monitoring connection
One alarm entry through base of enclosure is for monitoring beacon to indicate if light has failed
through a relay prewired to normally closed. Normally open is available within REDSTAR base
pcb, see operation section.
2.3.5 JB Ethernet connection
One RJ45 Ethernet connection is at base of enclosure for ADLS communications.

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3OPERATION
REDSTAR is factory configured to operate without additional setup, simple apply required voltage.
During initial power up unit will take a few minutes to initialize and receive GPS satellite synchronization.
Alarm condition will clear after initialization indicating system is functioning without fault. REDSTAR will not
come on during the daylight without the photocell receiving required minimum ambient light.(Photocell is
Inside the beacon lens on the opposite side of leveling bubble)
TWR technical service is available 24/7 and can assist you with measurements at [phone].
3.1 JP202 Jumper Functions
3.1.1 JP202 Position 1
a) 120 Ohm terminator resistor
i. Jumper to be installed on beacons that are at the ends of the RS485 communication
bus.
ii. Lights in the middle of the string should not be terminated.
3.1.2 JP202 Positions 2 & 3
a) Bias voltage supply for RS485 A and B signal lines.
i. The jumpers are to be installed on the single light installations.
ii. On multiple light installations jumper should only be installed on the light at the end of
the RS485 bus.
iii. Both positions 2 & 3, jumpers must be installed, as loss of communication can occur if
only of them is installed.

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3.2 Input and Output
3.2.1 Beacon Alarm
Mechanical Relay - REDSTAR alarm is
normally closed (NC) and will open if
failure occurs. Normally open (NO) is
available within REDSTAR base pcb,
see detail of connection in the
following image. Alarm wires: Red is
“NC” or “NO” and tan is (C) common.
Alarm relay rating:
* Alarm relay is also software
reconfigurable for both Energizing
or De-Energizing on failure.
OUT1 (+,-)
Solid-State Relay
60V DC/AC 100mA max.
On/Off toggling with flash code,
default operating mode
IN1 (+,-)
Opto-isolated Input
12/24VDC min 10mA
Not Enable, default operating mode
12VDC OUT (+,-)
Isolated 12VDC 1W power supply
Optional Bias voltage for inputs and outputs
Figure 3 Power Supply
Figure 2 Alarm Relay Rating