Data Signs NxG PTL Compact with PTL Controller User Guide

: August 14, 2024
: Data Signs

Table of Contents

NxG PTL Compact with PTL Controller
Product Information
Specifications
Product Usage Instructions
Installation – Setting Up for Operation
Turning the Lights On
- FAQ
How do I operate the Portable Traffic Lights?
What are the advanced features mentioned in the manual?
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)

NxG PTL Compact with PTL Controller

Product Information

Specifications

Model: PTL Compact
Type: Type-2
Operation: Main controller or Optional Remote
Standards Compliance: Australian Standards AS-4191:2015
Firmware Requirement: 07.01.xx or later
Manufacturer: DATA SIGNS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Product Usage Instructions

Installation – Setting Up for Operation

Take out the stand.
Loosen locking tab, lift the post to the pin-hole & place
pin.
Pull out spring pin and slide the tripod legs down until the
pin locks in place.
Release the spring pin and ensure the tripod is locked.
Fit battery box: Twist and fit around the post.
Lock the holding bracket with a padlock or similar.
Remove light from carry bag and fit onto stand. Pull spring pin
and lower onto post. Release the pin into place.
Line up and Connect the power connector to the Socket. Push in
and screw in socket.
Connect plug to the battery pack, lock Screw Nut.
Press the Power switch to the ON position, the LED will come
on.

Turning the Lights On

Note: For the purpose of this Manual MAIN means Main PTL Light
and SUB means Sub (or Secondary PTL Light)

To turn the lights on, follow these steps:

Press and hold the power button (and enter code if
required).
Do this to the SUB, then the MAIN.
The MAIN and SUB controllers will begin to establish a radio
link as indicated by the TX and RX green lights on the
controllers.
Both lights will show Flashing.

FAQ

How do I operate the Portable Traffic Lights?

The Portable Traffic Lights should only be operated by qualified
traffic managers. Follow the installation instructions in the
manual and refer to the specific sections for turning the lights
on.

What are the advanced features mentioned in the manual?

The manual covers advanced features like Wireless Link
Explained, PTL Extender, Direct Wired Connection use, Fault
Conditions, and Troubleshooting Guide. Refer to the respective
sections for detailed information on each feature.

PTL Compact Operations & Maintenance Manual
QuickStart Guide
Operating as Type-2 (Control possible via Main controller or Optional Remote)
NxG
PTL Controller

This QuickStart Guide covers the PTL Controller Operation as per Australian Standards AS- 4191:2015 and Various State Authority requirements.
This User Manual applies to Controllers operating on firmware 07.01.xx or later.

MAIN

SUB

Optional Smart Terminal Remote

THE PORTABLE TRAFFIC LIGHTS SHOULD ONLY BE OPERATED BY QUALIFIED TRAFFIC MANAGERS.
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Optional RF Remote
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Installation – Setting Up for Operation

Step 1: Take out the stand.

Step 6: Lock the holding bracket with a padlock or similar.

Step 2: Loosen locking tab, lift the post to the pin-hole & place pin.
Step 3: Pull out spring pin and slide the tripod legs down until the pin locks in place.
Step 4: Release the spring pin and ensure the tripod is locked.

Step 7: Remove light from carry bag and fit onto stand. Pull spring pin and lower onto post.
Release the pin into place.
Step 8: Line up and Connect the power connector to the Socket.
Push in and screw in socket.
Step 9: Connect plug to the battery pack, lock Screw Nut.

Step 5: Fit battery box: Twist and fit around the post.

Last Step: Press the Power switch to the ON position, the LED will come on.

Refer to manual to operate lights using Remote.

To dismantle the unit use reverse process.

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Target Board Setup
Step 1: Remove the four parts from the side pocket.
Step 2: Assemble this way.

Step 6: Now, assemble the bottom panel as shown.
Step 7: Done.

Step 3: Align and assemble top section to the 2 sides.

CHECK BALLAST REQUIREMENT AT END OF MANUAL

Line up tick marks.

Step 4: Place the assembled sections over the lamps as shown

Optional 20Kg Ballasts shown Mandatory in QLD

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Contents

Turning the Lights On

5

QUICK START

6

Controller display screens for Main and Sub PTL’s

7

Shuttle Control Single-Lane Usage

8

Plant-Crossing Control 2 way Traffic

11

Single Light (Gating Mode)

13

Yellow Flash mode

13

Setting All-Red, Yellow & Green Times

14

Auto-Return Functions

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Other Menu Items for General PTL Operation

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Advanced Features

16

Wireless Link Explained

17

PTL Extender

17

Direct Wired Connection use

17

Fault Conditions

18

Troubleshooting Guide

19

Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations

20

Cycle and Phase Intervals for Shuttle and Plant Crossing Modes 21

Wind Loading

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Optional Smart Terminal Remote

Optional RF Remote

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Turning the Lights On

Note: For the purpose of this Manual MAIN means Main PTL Light and SUB means Sub (or Secondary PTL Light)

PROGRAM MENU

PTL CONTROLLER NxG

N30333

RED TIME SET

YELLOW TIME SET

POWER

TX

RX

LINK

REMOTE ACTIVE

DEMAND
(VEHICLE SENSE)

M, MODE SELECT
AUTO (TIMED)

MANUAL

STOP GO

M

S

DEMAND

STOP GO

GREEN TIME SET
M, USE ONLY

1

2

3

SECONDARY PTL SELECT

4

5

6

7

8

9

To turn the lights on, press and hold
(and enter code if required).
Do this to the SUB, then the MAIN.
The MAIN and the SUB controllers will begin to establish a radio link as indicated by the TX and RX green lights on the controllers.

SHUTTLE

FLASH

PLANT

ON / OFF

M

CLEAR

0

ENTER

Both lights will show Flashing

Yellow aspects and progress to

showing RED aspects.

Also, the Controllers will complete a self-diagnosis and check any connected external equipment such as the optional vehicle detectors.
The Controllers will start up in the last mode that was set.

If

is activated, the Controller will wait for further input and all connected traffic

lights will display Flashing Yellow if End OPERATION is selected.

The message: SYSTEM OPERATING will be displayed.

You can select to End OPERATION by selecting the & buttons, or press to keep the Lights operating in the background while you make changes on the fly such as Light timing, Auto return type, change Manual to Auto or Demand Modes, or most other menu items.

Press the button to exit the selected MENU and return to the main screen.

After PROGRAM MODE selections are made, press either or buttons to resume normal operation.
Turning the Lights Off

To turn the lights off, press and hold the button.
Note the controller will remain on as indicated by a slow pulse on the POWER indicator. (And continue to communicate with DS-Live if a DataSign SIM Card is fitted).

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QUICK START GUIDE

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PORTABLE TRAFFIC LIGHT
ONSITE QUICK START

CAUTION: THE DATA SIGN PORTABLE TRAFFIC LIGHTS SHOULD ONLY BE
OPERATED BY QUALIFIED TRAFFIC MANAGERS. IF YOU HAVE HIRED OUT THIS PTL, CONTACT THE HIRE COMPANY FOR ASSISTANCE.
CHECK: CAN YOU SEE THE OTHER LIGHT? LINE OF SIGHT IS REQUIRED.
BOTH LIGHTS MUST BE SET, USUALLY DO THE SUB PTL FIRST.

Press and hold

to switch ON. Then press

From the Main Menu, select QUICK START and press

MAIN MENU [AUTO] VI EW PTL STATUS

QUICK START UNIT SETTINGS

The Quick Start menu item is used to get your PTL Lights set up in a few simple steps:

1. To set up each PTL, select

for Sub or

for MAIN controller and press

2. Select the RF Channel (1-8) or press to keep current channel.

3. Select * YES = OPERATION

4. Enter the ROAD LENGTH. If you are setting the MAIN PTL, set the ROAD SPEED and GREEN TIME also.

5. Finally, select Shuttle or Plant Crossing operation.

The current MODE setting is shown on the top display line in between the square

[AUTO] brackets. i.e.

as per above display screen.

DEMAND is Vehicle-actuated Mode. Vehicle detectors MUST be fitted. AUTO (TIMED) is Automatic Timed Mode. MANUAL is Manual Mode (using the and buttons or the PTL REMOTE).

Note: If Lights are not operating as expected, from the MAIN MENU, select FACTORY RESET and then do the QUICK START again (this will reset all setting back to the default settings).
Video demonstrations. Scan the QR code and select the appropriate video to watch.

· YELLOW FLASH is active while Program Mode and End OPERATION is selected.

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Controller Display Screens for MAIN and SUB
MAIN ID=0 The following values will be shown on the display panel during normal operation

12 . 1V GSM : N/A 12 . 4V

AUTO-TIMED

SHUTTLE : 2

GREEN

CHANNEL : 1 S1 056Sec

First line: MAIN Battery Voltage, GSM status. Right side, alternates between SUB Battery Voltage and Signal Strength. Second line: Current MODE in use or Warnings, i.e. LID OPEN. Third line: Alternates between Control Type (i.e. SHUTTLE:2) and AUTO Return Type (AR:RED, AR:GRN, AR:OFF). Right side, Current light sequence. Fourth line: Alternates between Current Time (if GSM module fitted), Current RF Channel, or other communication mode. Right side, Current state remaining time of light phase.

SUB ID=1 (up to SUB 5) The following values will be shown during normal operation:
UNIT ID : SUB1 12 . 4V CHANNEL : 1 CONNECTED TO : 12A45 TIMEOUT IN : 05 Sec
First line: The ID of this unit. Right side, current Battery Voltage. Second line: RF Channel set on this unit. Third line: The Serial Number of the MAIN Controller this unit (SUB) is connected to. Fourth line: The current RF timeout value. If this starts to count down there are interruptions to the RF communications. For more information regarding the radio link, see the Wireless Link explained on page 17.

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Shuttle Control Single-Lane Usage
Shuttle Control is a form of traffic control used where a portion of the roadway is closed so that only a single lane can be used alternatively by traffic from opposite directions. Only one Portable Traffic Light unit can show the Green signal phase at any time; either the MAIN or the SUB. The diagram below illustrates the traffic control scenario where Shuttle control would typically be used.
Note: This diagram should not be used as a guideline for setting up a roadwork site, it is provided as an example only.

Optional remote in use.

Unit ID: 0

Unit ID: 1
ROADWORKS SITE
= Rear Flashing Beacon
SHUTTLE CONTROL
These illustrations are intended to outline the different modes which can be used with Data Signs Portable Traffic Lights and should not be used as examples or guidelines on how to setup a roadwork site – Separate documentation is available for these purposes. Copyright © 2021 Data Signs Pty Ltd. All rights reserved.3
Each PTL unit will go to the Green signal phase in turn, with the All Red sequence in between each green phase. See Appendix 1 for more details.

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SHUTTLE: MANUAL MODE.

Buttons used:

MAIN: STOP

or GO

Manual mode is used when an operator wants to control the traffic. On start- up, both the MAIN and SUB will rest on All-Red phase until a demand for Green phase is entered.
To enter a demand for either Red or Green phase, press the STOP or GO buttons.

MAIN / SUB Controller

PTL Remote Screen

Shuttle Control, Manual mode example:
1. SUB unit is currently showing the Green signal phase. 2. MAIN: GO button is pressed. 3. If the Minimum Green time has expired, the SUB will cycle immediately to Yellow and
then Red. If the Minimum Green time has not expired, the MAIN DEMAND LED will flash. 4. Once the Minimum Green time has expired, the SUB will cycle to Yellow and then Red. The DEMAND LED will turn off once demand has been met. 5. Both MAIN and SUB now show Red signal phase for the pre-set All-Red interval. 6. The MAIN then cycles to Green and remains on Green until a SUB GO or a MAIN STOP button is pressed, the sequence can then be repeated. 7. If Auto Return is set, the light will return back to Red or Green on the MAIN.
In Manual mode the signal phases can remain indefinitely on Green/Red, Red/Green or All-Red.

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SHUTTLE: AUTO MODE
IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT THE ALL-RED INTERVAL IS SET CORRECTLY FOR EACH TRAFFIC CONTROL SITUATION.
Buttons available for HOLD-RED/RESUME feature:

MAIN: STOP

or GO

In AUTO mode, the Portable Traffic Lights will operate in cyclic order according to the pre-set times.

PAUSE HOLD ALL-RED / RESUME
While in AUTO Mode, the operator can Pause and (hold) on All-Red. Press the STOP button to hold All-Red for as long as required. The display will show `PAUSING’. To resume the AUTO mode, press the GO button.

SHUTTLE: DEMAND MODE
(optional vehicle detectors must be fitted) Buttons available to introduce artificial demands:

MAIN: STOP

or GO

For DEMAND mode to operate, the optional Vehicle Detector must be fitted to each Portable Traffic Light unit. A “NO VEHICLE DETECTOR” message will appear on the MAIN Controller display if no vehicle detector is attached and the DEMAND mode is selected.
The vehicle detector is preset to detect and create a DEMAND signal when vehicles approach the Portable Traffic Light at speeds between 10 km/h and 80 km/h. However, this can be changed, using the UNIT SETTINGS menu on both the MAIN and SUB units.
See also SUB-MENU: OPERATING SETTINGS – DEMAND CYCLE

REAR BEACON LAMP
When enabled, the Beacon Lamps mounted behind the lights flash when the Red Light is ON. This acts as a visual indicator to the Traffic controller that the Light is on Red, it also serves as a `caution light’ to oncoming traffic.

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Plant-Crossing Control – 2 way through traffic usage
Plant-Crossing control is used to enable both directions of traffic flow along a roadway to be simultaneously stopped, e.g. to allow road construction vehicles to cross. The diagram below illustrates Plant-Crossing control usage.
Note: This diagram should not be used as a guideline for setting up a roadwork site, it is only provided as an example.

Optional remote in use.

Unit ID: 0

Unit ID: 1

SIDE / HAUL ROAD

= Rear Flashing Beacon

PLANT-CROSSING CONTROL
Both units show the same signal phase.

These illustrations are intended to outline the different modes which can be used with Data Signs Portable Traffic Lights and should not be used as examples or guidelines on how to setup a roadwork site – Separate documentation is available for these purposes. Copyright © 2023 Data Signs Pty Ltd. All rights reserved.

Normally, the operator would use a Remote Control to change the MAIN and SUB units to the Red signal phase when a plant vehicle requires thoroughfare.

REAR BEACON LAMP
When enabled, the Beacon Lamps mounted behind the lights flash on each unit when the Red Lights are ON. This acts as a visual indicator to the Plant (vehicles) Crossing the road that it is safe to do so.

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PLANT CROSSING: MANUAL MODE.

Buttons used:

MAIN: STOP

or GO

On start-up, both the MAIN and SUB will rest on Green signal phase for Plant- Crossing Control until a demand for Red signal is entered by the operator.
The operator can enter a demand for All-Red signal using either the MAIN: STOP or SUB: STOP buttons. Both the MAIN and SUB units will then cycle to Yellow and the Red signal.
To change back to Green signal, either the MAIN: GO or SUB: GO button is pressed. When the All-Red time has expired, the lights will cycle back to the Green signal.

MAIN / SUB Controller

PTL Remote Screen

Plant-Crossing Control, Manual mode example:
1. Both the MAIN and SUB are on the Green signal phase. 2. Either the MAIN: STOP or SUB: STOP buttons are pressed. 3. If the Minimum-Green time has expired both the MAIN and SUB will cycle
immediately to Yellow and then to Red. Otherwise – if the Green time has not expired the DEMAND LED’s will flash. 4. Once the Green time has expired, the MAIN and SUB will cycle to Yellow and then Red. The DEMAND LED will turn off once the demand has been met. 5. Both the MAIN and SUB now show Red for the preset All-Red interval. 6. If the Auto-Return option is enabled and set to Green, the MAIN and SUB will cycle back to Green signal phase automatically after the All-Red interval has expired.

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PLANT CROSSING: AUTO MODE
IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT THE ALL-RED INTERVAL IS SET CORRECTLY FOR EACH TRAFFIC CONTROL SITUATION.
In AUTO mode, the Portable Traffic Lights will operate in cyclic order according to the preset times. AUTO mode allows plant vehicles to regularly cross over the road, or to turn onto the road. This would suit sites with heavy plant traffic.
PLANT CROSSING: DEMAND MODE
You can use Vehicle sensors fitted with swivel adaptors to detect traffic from the side roads to allow for DEMAND activated operation. When a demand is detected both lights will cycle to RED and then return back to GREEN after the RED Programmed time interval.
PAUSE HOLD ALL-RED / RESUME
While in AUTO Mode, the operator can Pause and (hold) on All-Red. Press the STOP button to hold All-Red for as long as required. The display will show `PAUSING’. To resume the AUTO mode, press the GO button.
Single Light (Gating) Mode
Single PTL unit use only. This mode is set via QUICK START Single Light Mode is used to control the flow of traffic as per below illustration.
Roadworks Site

Single Light Mode can also be used with 2 or more PTL units operating independently by traffic operators, using a Walky-Talky to communicate for traffic control operations.

YELLOW FLASH mode
The Flashing Yellow mode operates in response to specific fault conditions or it is active when the PROGRAM MODE SELECT button is pressed and changes are being made.

If flashing yellow is required as the operation mode, press the the select button.

button again and then

Note: As part of standards requirements, the Lights will go through the START- UP sequence which includes lights going to ALL-Red prior to the FLASH mode starting.

To exit the FLASH Mode, press the button, select End OPERATION, then you must

select either

before finally selecting either or

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Setting All-Red, Yellow & Green Times
Normally the RED and GREEN TIMES ARE automatically calculated DURING QUICK START
ALL-RED INTERVAL TIME Default time: 20 seconds. Range: 1 to 300 seconds. The All-Red interval is the period of time that the lights on both the MAIN and SUB units remain on the Red phase simultaneously. This allows for the clearance of traffic within the controlled area. See Appendix 2 for detailed diagram.
YELLOW TIME SET Default: 5 seconds. Range: 4 to 9 seconds. The Yellow time is the duration at which the light on the MAIN or SUB units is held on the Yellow signal when moving from Green to Red phase. Enter 4 to 9 seconds and then press the button. The Australian Standard allows for 4 to 5 seconds.
GREEN TIME SET This button displays a MENU allowing either Minimum Green Time, Green Extension Time or Maximum Green Time to be set.
GREEN TIME – MINIMUM Green Time Default: 10 seconds. Range: 1 to 99 seconds. The Minimum Green time is the minimum time that the Green signal phase is on. The Australian Standard allows for a range of 5 to 99 seconds for the minimum green time.
DEMAND Triggered Green Extension Time Default: 5 seconds. Range: 1 to 99 seconds. The Green Extension time is the interval of Green phase that will be extended (up to the MAXIMUM Green time) on each occurrence of vehicle detection while the Green phase is active.
For example: Units are running in Shuttle Control, DEMAND mode. The SUB is currently on the Red signal phase. A vehicle is detected on the SUB. The SUB will then change to the Green signal phase. The Green extension time applies if additional vehicles are detected on the SUB while it is on the Green signal phase.
Note: Once the MAXIMUM green time is reached but additional DEMANDS are received, the Lights will cycle to Red but a DEMAND will be registered as indicated by the Demand light. See Appendix 1 for illustration. You can set the Green Extension time for ALL the units currently being used, or you can select to set the Green Extension time for a specific unit.
MAXIMUM Green Time Default: 15 seconds. Range: 10 to 300 seconds. The Maximum Green time is the maximum time-period at which an light on the MAIN or the SUB units can be held on the Green signal phase.

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Auto-Return Functions
Auto-Return is a function that allows for the lights to return-back to a specified signal state after they have processed a demand. Auto-Return applies to DEMAND and MANUAL modes. Options available for Auto-Return:
· OFF: Select this option to turn Auto-Return off. Default setting. · RED: The MAIN PTL Auto-Returns to RED after the GREEN signal Phase.
For PLANT CROSSING both the MAIN and SUB Auto-Return to RED. · GREEN: The MAIN PTL returns to GREEN after the RED signal phase.
For PLANT CROSSING both the MAIN and SUB Auto-Return to GREEN. Auto return options can be selected by pressing the DEMAND and MANUAL buttons. The Auto- Return function is shown on the LCD display as:
AR : OFF AR : RED AR : GRN
Select SUB-MENU: OPERATING SETTING and press to select the AUTO RETURN menu.
UNIT SETTINGS: SUB-MENU: COMMUNICATION INTERNET

DS-Live Internet Mode
(Good Mobile Internet service is required for this to work)
This allows control for your lights from the DS-Live platform.
Currently up to 10 units can be controlled with full programmable timing control.
It allows use of the PTL units when line of sight limitations or conditions that prevent normal operation of the lights. For example; in hilly area or distances greater than what the RF link will provide.
Note: All PTL controlled from DS-Live must be fitted with a Data Signs SIM card and be subscribed the the DS-Live platform.
For use and instruction manual for this mode of operation refer to the DS-Live Platform.

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Other Menu Items for general PTL Operation

While the Controller is in PROGRAM SELECT, use the or buttons to navigate forward and back through the MENU’s to select all other programming functions.
Press the button to exit the selected MENU and return to the main screen.

MENU: VIEW PTL STATUS
When this menu item is selected, all the current settings and status of the PTL contoller are shown. This is very useful to diagnose and check the current setup.
MENU: QUICK START
This menu item is used to get your PTL set up in a few simple steps: As per page 6.
MENU: UNIT SETTINGS
Use this menu to set the Communications, ID (MAIN or SUB) and Vehicle Detector settings.
MENU: LID OPEN
Used to enable the LID Open Alarm function.
MENU: PING INTERVAL
See PTL Advanced Features Manual for more information.
MENU: OPERATING SETTINGS FOR CONTROLLER SET AS MAIN PTL ONLY
SUB-MENU: OPERATING SETTINGS
DEMAND CYCLE [Default: 3 minutes] In DEMAND mode, if there are no vehicles detected, you can set period of time that an automatic demand cycle is introduced. If the DEMAND CYCLE value is set to 0, no automatic demand cycle will be introduced. Otherwise specify the minutes to wait where no vehicles are detected before introducing an automatic demand cycle.
CONTACT TIME OUT [Default: 5 Seconds] Increase this time if RF link fails often (or change RF Channel)

For more menu items under the`Operating settings Menu’, see the Advanced Features Manual. This document is not intended to cover all the possible Operating Settings.

Selecting the or PLANT modes.

button will EXIT the Program mode and resume SHUTTLE or

Advanced Features
For Advanced Features, download the Portable Traffic Lights Advanced Features Manual from datasigns.com.au this covers the additional sections as follows:
Additional operational modes: Gating Mode, 3 way, 4 way, ect. Additional features: Radio Link explained, Internet control operation, Pedestrian crossing, Boom gates, Troubleshooting guide, etc.

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Wireless Link Explained
Each Traffic Light is fitted with an aerial located on the top of the lights. This will provide Wireless Radio communication between the PTL units; however, the units still need to be positioned in line-of-sight to each other.
The maximum distance between the MAIN and SUB PTL’s is about 800m, depending on surrounding environment.
The radio link module fitted to the PTL unit communicates on one of eight channels. This must be set to the same channel on each unit to maintain wireless communication. This applies to the MAIN, SUB, and the Remote Control.
Radio Link Operation
If the radio link between the MAIN and a SUB unit is disrupted for a continuous 2 second period (the default time) all units will revert to red lights and the system will restart, however if the radio link is lost for more than 1 minute the, system will restart in Startup Mode and all lights will be blank.
Signal Strength Readout on RF Remote
The Remote Control will display the signal strength of the MAIN Controller to the PTL Remote as a Graphic symbol in the top right corner on the display. The MAIN and SUB Controllers display the Signal Strength and the Battery Level on the display. The RF Signal Strength is a value out of 5, where 5 is the strongest value.
PTL Extender
Data Signs has an PTL-Extender as an optional product. This uses the RF Link system in conditions where line-of-sight is not possible, i.e. a Hill or other obstructions. The PTL Extender is placed in a position where the Main and Sub PTL’s do have line-of-sight to the PTL Extender.
Direct Wired connection Use.
Normally the lights operate via a Radio link. For reliable operation, the light must operate `line of sight’, i.e. you need to be able to see the other light.
If this is not possible the Radio link will be compromised, and the hardwired link option can be used.
Wind up Cable reels of 300m lengths are available from Data Signs.

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Fault Conditions

If any fault conditions occur as discussed throughout this document, the Portable Traffic Lights will go to Red.

All critical faults are logged to a file on the SD card fitted to the MAIN PTL Controller.

The faults logged are outlined below. Reference back to the Australian Standard is provided in the table.

Fault ID 0 1 2 3 6 7 8 10 11

Description Yellow Red Green Beacon Excessive Link Conflicting Link Link Timeout Low Battery Tilt

To view the current fault log file, select FAULT LOG VIEW LOGS from the PROGRAM MENU. Use the and arrow buttons to move through the fault log entries.

The last fault logged is shown first.

A sample fault log entry may be:

FAULT LOG ( 1/1 ) XX/XX/XXXX 00 : 00 : 14 00 – MAIN Ye l l ow ( Open )

The time shown with each fault log entry is the time that this fault occurred since the MAIN Controller was powered up. The second part is the Portable Traffic Light unit affected (i.e. SUB#2 or MAIN). The last part of the entry is the fault description.
You can also use an SD card reader on a laptop/PC to read the fault log files from the SD card. The file will be in the LOGS directory on the SD card.

Turn the Controller OFF via the battery box switch and remove the SD card from its slot, leave the power OFF while re-inserting the SD card.

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Troubleshooting Guide
This section contains some tips on handling some of the issues that may arise when using the Traffic Lights. If you cannot resolve the issue you are experiencing using the information below, please contact Data Signs on the Help Desk Via datasigns.com.au. As discussed above, the Fault Log stored on the SD card in the MAIN Controller may assist in issue diagnosis.
Turning the Controller On
If the POWER light does not come on when the switch is turned to ON:
· Check that the controller connector is inserted properly. · Check the fuse inside the keypad controller (next to the 16 pin connector) and on the
battery fuse board. · Check that the battery voltage is above 10.5 Volts.
Radio Wireless Link failure
If the radio wireless link fails regularly, try changing the Channel set on all Controllers, as some interference may be occurring on the operating channel. Power-cycle each unit after the Channel has been set correctly
SD Card
The PTL Controller is fitted with a SD card. This is used for Software upgrades and to store Fault Logs.
SD Card Failure
Never insert or remove the SD-Card with the power on, switch OFF first.
In the case of SD card failure, you will be notified on the display. Default values will be used if the SD card fails. All parameters can be changed, however they will not be saved, so you will need to enter your desired parameters each time the MAIN Controller is turned on, until the SD card is replaced.
Note: the SD card must only be 2GB Max. To replace the SD Card purchase this from Data Signs, Parts online.
Lights Not Working
Check the connections on the controller or the lights. See also Aspect Test Menu item in the Advanced Manual.

Maintenance

1. Battery level. Always ensure unit is fully charged for a full days work. Charge overnight, including the PTL-Remote.
2. Keep Clean. Always keep the light lenses clean. 3. Cables. Ensure cable are secured and not frayed or loose from the connectors. 4. Test and Tag Battery Charger. Use an authorised service provider to regularly test and
tag the battery charger.

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Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations

Advanced Manual Manual to assist with higer level set up and configuration, test processes.
Aspects The actual lights or housing that contains the Lights.
Beacon The orange indicator on the BACK of the Traffic lights. This is to indicate (from the back) when the RED Aspect is ON.
CHN Chanel Number used for the Radio Link.
HRC Hand-Held Radio Controller. This term is interchangeable with PTL Remote.
ID Identification Number 0 = MAIN. 1 or Higher = SUB.
Lights Actual Traffic signal Lamps. Red, Yellow and Green.
MAIN: Main PTL unit (formerly known as Master)
PTL Portable Traffic Light.
PTL-S1 The PTL-S1 is a single light operated by a single Traffic Controller as a Stop/Slow Baton Replacement. It is a Type-1 Product.
PTL-Stop-N-Go The PTL-Stop-n-Go can operate as a single unit, or as a dual set controlled by a single operator via a Remote Controller. It is a Type-1 Product.

PTL-Compact This particular variant of Portable Traffic Light System. Control can be Autonomous, i.e. Auto timed or Vehicle Triggered , Manual or via Remote Control
PTL-Trailer A fully autonomous solar powered Traffic Light consisting of a MAIN and SUB set.
PTL Remote This term in interchangeable with HRC. This is the Hand Held Remote that is used to exclusively control all the PTL Signal changes, control the Lights ON/OFF function as well as other functionality as described in this Manual.
PTSU Portable Traffic Signal Unit. This term is interchangeable with PTL.
RF Radio Frequency used for the Radio Link.
SD Storage Device Memory Card. Used for setup, fault logs, firmware upgrade, Bluetooth PIN.
SIG Signal Strength used for the Radio Link.
SUB: Subordinate or Secondary PTL unit (formerly known as Slave)
Type-1 Type-1 is where the control is ‘only’ via a Remote Control.
Type-2 Type-2 is where the control can be Autonomous, i.e. Auto timed or Vehicle Triggered , Manual or Via Remote Control.

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APPENDIX A
Cycle and Phase Intervals for Shuttle and Plant Crossing Modes

MASTER FLASHING BEACON
MASTER SIGNAL DISPLAY SLAVE SIGNAL DISPLAY
SLAVE FLASHING BEACON
MASTER FLASHING BEACON
MASTER SIGNAL DISPLAY SLAVE SIGNAL DISPLAY
SLAVE FLASHING BEACON
LEGEND:

MASTER PHASE

GREEN

RED

SHUTTLE OPERATION

GREEN PHASE
GREEN

RADIO LINK

GREEN

RED

CYCLE

SLAVE PHASE

PLANT CROSSING OPERATION

FLASHING Beacon

RADIO LINK

YELLOW 4 seconds

RED
RED PHASE
GREEN 1 to 99 seconds

RED 5 to 99 seconds

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RATING FOR 20M/SECOND (72 Kph)
The PTL is fitted with Peg Feet. Where suitable you can secure it with pegs instead of weights.
Optional 20Kg Ballasts shown (Mandatory in QLD)

Note: Your PTL has a TILT sensor which will indicate on the PTL-Remote if the unit is tilted by more than 20 degrees (i.e. It has fallen over).

This manual complies with the Specification MRTS264 Type-1 Portable Traffic Signals and TSI-SP-062,049 and 50 where relevant AS4191-2015 Portable Traffic Signals.
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