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AV-70-RF Solar Aviation Light  

with Radio Control

Introduction

Congratulations! By choosing to purchase an Avlite light, you have become the 

owner of one of the most advanced solar LED airfield lights in the world.

Avlite Systems draws on more than 25 years experience in the design and manufacture of navigation 

aids, and particular care has been taken to ensure your light gives years of trouble free service.
As a commitment to producing the highest quality products for our customers, Avlite has been 

independently certified as complying with the requirements of ISO 9001:2008 quality management 

system.
By taking a few moments to browse through this booklet, you will become familiar with the versatility of 

your light, and be able to maximise its operating function.
Please remember to complete the Avlite warranty registration card accompanying your light.

Operating Principle

The solar module of the light converts sunlight to an electrical current that is used to charge the 

battery. The battery provides power to operate the light at night. 

The flasher unit has very low current requirements. A microprocessor drives an array of ultra bright 

LED’s through a DC/DC converter, which enables the LED’s to operate within the manufacturer’s 

specifications. The battery is protected from over-charging within the circuit to ensure maximum 

battery life. 

On darkness, the microprocessor will initiate a program check and after approximately 1 minute will 

turn on.

Technology

Avlite Systems is a world-class solar lighting systems manufacturer with a proven 

reputation for rapid, innovative, and agile technology solutions designed specifically 

for defense, government, civil and humanitarian aid operations in the most remote, 

toughest environments.
Electronics

Avlite employs leading in-house electronic engineers in the design and development of software and 

related circuitry. All individual electronic components are sourced directly by Avlite procurement staff 

ensuring that only the highest quality components are used in our products. 

LED Technology

All aviation lights use the latest advancements in LED (Light Emitting Diode) technology as a light 

source. The major advantage of LED’s over traditional light sources is well established in that they 

typically have an operational life in excess of 100,000 hours, resulting in substantial savings to 

maintenance and servicing costs. 

Precision Construction 

Commitment to investing in the design and construction of injection-moulded parts including optic 

lenses, light bases and a range of other components ensures that all Avlite products are of a 

consistent and superior quality.   

Optical Performance

Avlite manufactures a range of aviation LED lenses moulded from multi-cavity dies. Complex shapes 

such as the AV70 and 16-segment multi-focus lenses are a testament to the company’s superior in-

house lens manufacturing capabilities and outstanding optical performance. 

Award-winning, Patented Technology 

Several United States and Australian patent registrations are held on Avlite’s range of innovative 

designs, with other regional patents pending in Canada, United Kingdom and Europe.

Summary of Contents for Airfield lighting system

Page 1: ...Version 3 0 AIRFIELD LIGHTING SYSTEM including Radio Controller AV 70 RF Solar Aviation Lights Installation Service Manual...

Page 2: ...r modules Automatic night activation Tough UV stabilised LEXAN polycarbonate lens and light base LED aviation lens with 0 to 7 vertical divergence User replaceable battery in sealed compartment Global...

Page 3: ...4 Charging the Radio Controller 14 Radio Controller Menu 15 Modes of Operation 15 Light Group 15 LED Intensity 15 Timeout Mode 15 Timeout Duration 15 LED Bank Setup 16 Battery Diagnostic 16 Controller...

Page 4: ...ly 1 minute will turn on Technology Avlite Systems is a world class solar lighting systems manufacturer with a proven reputation for rapid innovative and agile technology solutions designed specifical...

Page 5: ...te the light at night The LED driving circuitry has very low current requirements A microprocessor drives an array of ultra bright LED s through a DC DC converter which enables the LED s to operate wi...

Page 6: ...ulation Microprocessor controlled Power Supply Battery Type High grade NiMH Environmentally friendly Battery Capacity Ah 8 Nominal Voltage V 3 6 Autonomy nights Steady on 14 Flashing 38 14 hour darkne...

Page 7: ...n be fitted with an external ON OFF switch below the solar panel at the base of the unit The ON OFF switch may be useful if the unit is only required for short periods and is often being moved or need...

Page 8: ...Configuration of Settings a Use a large flat blade screwdriver to remove the Flash Adjustment Plug from the base of the light see Figure 1 A sealed vent on the base allows air transfer without moistur...

Page 9: ...Installation every effort should be made to ensure that the light is level when installation is complete When installing a stake mount into the ground ensure that the stake is installed straight into...

Page 10: ...l using a spirit level Fit the frangible coupling and top mounting plate and using a spirit level check that the light mounting plate is level using a spirit level d Fit the AV 70 RF to the light moun...

Page 11: ...4km For distances greater than 1 4km there may be a delay in those lights receiving the command The further away the lights are from the controller the longer it will take the command to propagate to...

Page 12: ...ll adjust to MEDIUM intensity mode c Press the momentary button a third time to achieve HIGH intensity mode d Pressing the momentary button again will return the intensity to LOW When the light is act...

Page 13: ...traightforward menu makes the ALS easy to operate The Avlite Radio Controller comes standard with an IP68 rated charging plug omni directional antenna and ON OFF switch and cover It can also be option...

Page 14: ...an be activated after raising the aerial into the upright position see Fig 5 It may be necessary to charge the Radio Controller before use Turning the Unit On To turn the unit on lift the red missile...

Page 15: ...on and off based on the light sensor internal to each light If the light is in the darkness it will turn on If the light is in daylight it will turn off Light Group This menu is used to select the cu...

Page 16: ...mode is STANDBY Battery Diagnostic Default Disable This feature can be used to check the battery voltage in every light in the ALS The command can be sent any time and it will not affect the current s...

Page 17: ...the arrow keys to adjust the operational Mode to DUSK till DAWN Press MENU button once to reach Light Group Set the Light Group to ALL Press SEND button Every radio light within range of the control u...

Page 18: ...utton once to reach Timeout Mode Use the arrow keys to adjust the Timeout Mode to Enabled LOW Press MENU button once to reach Timeout Duration Use the arrow keys to adjust the Timeout Duration to 8 Mi...

Page 19: ...lowed by a long flash during a 10 second interval The amount of power your light draws through the night depends on the duty cycle i e the amount of time on as a proportion to the timing cycle For exa...

Page 20: ...0 1 0 3 1 FL 4 3 S 1 3 3 0 8 5 FL 5 S 0 2 4 8 4 1 FL 5 S 0 3 4 7 5 1 FL 5 S 0 5 4 5 9 5 FL 5 S 0 9 4 1 6 1 FL 5 S 1 0 4 0 SWITCH FLASH CODE ON OFF A B 7 1 FL 5 S 1 5 3 5 4 2 ISO 5 S 2 5 2 5 8 2 LFL 5...

Page 21: ...4 0 7 B FL 2 8 S 0 4 0 6 2 0 5 0 8 A FL 2 8 S 0 4 1 0 0 4 6 2 4 7 FL 2 8 S 0 5 1 0 0 5 6 0 8 8 FL 2 8 S 0 8 1 2 2 4 3 6 5 7 FL 2 8 S 1 0 1 0 1 0 5 0 4 C OC 2 8 S 3 0 2 0 1 0 2 0 5 C OC 2 8 S 5 0 1 0 1...

Page 22: ...5 1 9 10 7 1 9 FL 2 1 15 S 0 7 0 7 0 7 0 7 2 1 10 1 6 8 FL 2 1 15 S 1 0 2 0 1 0 5 0 1 0 5 0 1 C VQ 3 15 S 0 1 0 5 0 1 0 5 0 1 13 7 4 B FL 3 20 S 0 5 3 0 0 5 3 0 0 5 12 5 3 B FL 3 20 S 0 5 1 5 0 5 1 5...

Page 23: ...0 7 0 5 0 7 0 5 1 9 10 7 1 9 MO U 15 S 0 7 0 7 0 7 0 7 2 1 10 1 7 D MO B 15 S 1 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 0 5 10 5 SWITCH FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF A B D D Q 5 7 S 0 3 0 7 0 3 0 7 0 3...

Page 24: ...s to remove battery plate d Remove battery from AV 70 RF case and unscrew positive and negative leads e Discard old battery in a safe manner f Reattach positive and negative leads to new battery and t...

Page 25: ...ttery Ensure solar module is clean and not covered by shading fouling or dust during the day Lights are constantly on during the day Ensure the Radio Controller is not set to ALWAYS ON see Modes of Op...

Page 26: ...intended use subject to the conditions hereinafter set forth for a period of three 3 years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser 4 Avlite Systems will repair or replace at Avlite s sole...

Page 27: ...r a particular purpose or with respect to any other matter relating to any products Limitation of Liability To the extent permitted by section 68A of the Trade Practices Act 1974 Cth the liability of...

Page 28: ...cade hazard perimeter lighting Obstruction Lighting For a complete list of product compliances including ICAO FAA please contact Avlite today Radio Controlled PALC Systems FCC Compliant Airfield Marke...

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