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V3_2013

Radio Controlled Solar Aviation Light

AV-425-RF

Light intensities can be set to Low (10%), Medium (30%), High (100%). Lights are able to 

be assigned to a ‘light group’, and groups can be controlled independently using the 

wireless handheld controller. Sequenced approach can also be easily set up via the 

serial port and controller.
Tested to MIL-STD’s for environmental exposure including shock and vibration, extreme 

temperature and humidity, the unit is designed to offer years of maintenance-free service 

and operate in some of the world’s harshest environments.
The AV-425 is also available without RF radio control (AV-425).
To suit localised standards, the AV-425-RF can be supplied with optic head designed to 

comply with either FAA L861 or ICAO Annex 14 photometrics.

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Average Photometric Output: 

AV-425-RF Temp High

Vertical Divergence (degrees)

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For additional AV-425-RF Photometric 

Output colors please see the graphical 

representations on page 3

Peak Intensity

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AV-425-RF

Light Characteristics

Light Source

16 ultra-high intensity LEDs

Available colors

Red, Green, White, Yellow, Amber, Blue, Sectored Combinations. IR

Peak Intensity @ temporary high 

(cd)†

Steady-on: Red - 25.0  Green - 370.0  White - 275.0  Yellow - 92.5

Horizontal Output (degrees)

As per L861 and L861E

Vertical Divergence (degrees)

As per L861 and L861E

Available Flash Characteristics

>250 including steady-on (user-adjustable) including Morse Code and RF 

sequenced & synchronised flashing

Intensity Adjustments

FAA: Low (10%), Medium (30%), High (100%)

ICAO: Low (20%), Medium (40%), High (100%)

LED Life Expectancy (hours)

>100,000

Electrical Characteristics

Circuit Protection

Integrated

Operating Voltage (V)

12

Temperature Range

-40 to 80°C

Solar Characteristics

Solar Module Type

Multicrystalline

Output (watts)

18

Solar Module Efficiency (%)

14

Charging Regulation

Microprocessor controlled

Power Supply

Battery Type

SLA (Sealed Lead Acid)

Battery Capacity (Ah)

24

Nominal Voltage (V)

12

Autonomy - FAA Optic (hours)

Steady-on:

Low intensity: >320 hours

Medium intensity: >130 hours

High intensity: >50 hours

Autonomy - ICAO Optic (hours)

Steady-on:

Low intensity: >170 hours

Medium intensity: >110 hours

High intensity: >60 hours

Radio Controlled

Frequency

2.4GHz ISM Band

Range

Up to 1.4km relayed

Expandability

AvMesh®

Compliance

FCC / CE

Physical Characteristics

Body Material

7-stage powder coated aluminium

Lens Material

LEXAN® Polycarbonate – UV stabilized

Lens Diameter (mm/inches)

155 / 6

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8

Lens Design

16 segment, multi-focus lens (Patent pending)

Mounting

4 hole 200mm bolt pattern

Height (mm/inches)

507 / 20

Width (mm/inches)

233 / 9

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Mass (kg/lbs)

14 / 30

7

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8

Product Life Expectancy

Up to 12 years

Environmental Factors

Humidity

0 to 100%, MIL-STD-810F

Icing

22kg per square inch

Wind Speed

Up to 160kph

Shock

MIL-STD-202G, Test Condition G, Method 213B

Vibration

MIL-STD202G, Test Condition B, Method 204

Certifications

CE

EN61000-6-3:1997. EN61000-6-1:1997

Quality Assurance

ISO9001:2008

Waterproof

IP68

Intellectual Property

Patents

Patents pending

Trademarks

AVLITE® is a registered trademark of Avlite Systems

Warranty *

3 year warranty

Options Available

• Avlite Pilot Activated Lighting Control

• IR LEDs

• Without RF Radio Control

Summary of Contents for AV-425-RF

Page 1: ...till dawn and standby When set to dusk till dawn mode integrated sensors in the light are able to detect when the ambient light threshold drops sufficiently and the light will begin operation automat...

Page 2: ...er L861 and L861E Vertical Divergence degrees As per L861 and L861E Available Flash Characteristics 250 including steady on user adjustable including Morse Code and RF sequenced synchronised flashing...

Page 3: ...5 RF Temp High Vertical Divergence degrees Intensity candela YELLOW 0 20 40 60 80 100 Mel s figures L861 Y Minimu 15 10 5 0 Average Photometric Output AV425 RF Temp High Vertical Divergence degrees In...

Page 4: ...Version 2 2 AV 425 RF Radio Controlled Solar Aviation Light Installation Service Manual...

Page 5: ...stem Integrated handle 4 Integrated user replaceable solar panels Push button switch to cycle through operational modes External ON OFF switch 16 segment multi focus lens Internal 2 4GHz RF module LED...

Page 6: ...Operating Capabilities Page 25 Simple Approach Lighting Page 26 Runway End Identifier Light REIL Page 28 Maintenance and Servicing Page 30 Trouble Shooting Page 35 Documentation Page 37 AV SB 10 Solar...

Page 7: ...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 elec...

Page 8: ...ct resistant polycarbonate lens ensures even light visibility The solar panels provide efficient and year round charging of the large 12V 20Ah SLA battery The four hole bolt pattern will fit directly...

Page 9: ...d Battery Capacity Ah 24 Nominal Voltage V 12 Autonomy FAA Optic hours Steady on Low intensity 320 hours Medium intensity 130 hours High intensity 50 hours Autonomy ICAO Optic hours Steady on Low inte...

Page 10: ...ws Lantern Operation The AV 425 RF is activated via the ON OFF switch at the base of the unit Activation 4 4 pin Connector 2 pin Connector 6 5 7 9 2 8 3 1 10 11 12 13 10 amp multi point regulator wiri...

Page 11: ...kes 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 The Radio Controller and charger come in an...

Page 12: ...he upright position see Fig 5 It is advisable to charge the Radio Controller before use Turning the Unit On To turn the unit on lift the red missile cover and turn the switch to the ON position The ra...

Page 13: ...and will turn off once the ambient light threshold reaches 150 lux Advanced Op Mode This enables you to select visible or near IR LEDs The options include VISIBLE LEDs IR NGV LEDs Note this menu will...

Page 14: ...em Setup section of this manual EXTERNAL POWER Diagnostic Checks for external power connection NODE MAIN NET Diagnostic Checks which lights are nodes in the main network NODE SUB NET Diagnostic Checks...

Page 15: ...m is divided into 3 sections Section 1 Programming the Radio Control System must be done before Section 2 and 3 Section 2 Programming the light using a direct cable connection Section 3 Operating the...

Page 16: ...WN keys together at the same time Using the UP or DOWN keys select from Encrypted Unencrypted Using the UP or DOWN keys select from 0C 17 i Radio Encryption Key Note If you change the radio control en...

Page 17: ...ected in the sub menu before moving to the next sub menu item Failure to press send before moving to the next menu item will result in selections not being saved 1 The programming port is located unde...

Page 18: ...tton for 3 Seconds The screen will display the following message 10 Using the menu key scroll down the submenu to CONNECTION METHOD 11 Using the UP and Down keys select DIRECT CONNECTION 12 Press SEND...

Page 19: ...selection f Flash Code if Flash Code is enabled during Radio Control System Programming Section 1 Using the UP and DOWN keys select from the following 000 to 1FF A full list of available flash codes...

Page 20: ...will toggle across the encryption key in banks of 2 digits Insert Radio Encryption Key Note Radio Encryption Key must be the same key as set in the Radio Control system section 1 or the light will no...

Page 21: ...n Mode Using the UP and DOWN keys select from the following Always On Dusk till Dawn Standby b Advanced Operation Mode If Enabled during Radio Control System Programming Section 1 Using the UP and DOW...

Page 22: ...eys select from the following Node Sub Net Pass Confirms light is a node on the Sub Network Node Main Net Pass Confirms light is a node on the Main Network External Power Pass Confirms external power...

Page 23: ...onal 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 unit will now turn on at night during...

Page 24: ...ch Timeout Mode Use the arrow keys to adjust the Timeout Mode to Enabled LOW Press MENU button to reach Timeout Duration Use the arrow keys to adjust the Timeout Duration to 8 Minutes Press SEND butto...

Page 25: ...ke sleeve or ground support hardware Use the socket head cap screws supplied to hold the frangibility point above the sleeve Using a 6mm Allen key tighten the bottom socket head cap screws against the...

Page 26: ...Latest products and information available at www avlite com 23 AV 425 RF Radio Controlled Solar Aviation Light AV 425 RF on Frangible Mount...

Page 27: ...a spirit level check that the light mounting plate is level using a spirit level If the mounting assembly can not be levelled to a satisfactory plane then spacers can be used under the 4 mounting poi...

Page 28: ...attery diagnostic check be performed once per day Important Note Hours of Effective Sunlight are dependent upon the location in the world of the light Effective hours alter with the seasons and this m...

Page 29: ...All lights must be in the same light group and the same REIL group Sync option must be activated in the system menu Flash code selected must be the same Each individual light is then set with a sync...

Page 30: ...5 RF Radio Controlled Solar Aviation Light W W W W W W Bi directional threshold and runway end light units red to departing aircraft and green to landing aircraft White or amber runway lights R G R G...

Page 31: ...Runway 2 Taxiway Obstruction and REILS can all be independently controlled by the ALS RF controller This function allows the Air Traffic controller to turn on or off different sections of the airfiel...

Page 32: ...Aviation Light W W W W W W Bi directional threshold and runway end light units red to departing aircraft and green to landing aircraft White or amber runway lights R G R G R G R G R G R G Runway W W W...

Page 33: ...nch 1 x Silicone Grease Replacement Part Numbers Complete Units AV425 R G AV425 W AV425 W Y Light Head only ALA AV425 R G ALA AV425 W ALA AV425 W Y Solar Unit Only ABA AV425 Test Lead BTL SLA 12v Batt...

Page 34: ...torque settings for Fitment of Light Heads to Solar Base units using the 4 Hex Bolts supplied It is recommended that the bolts for holding the light heads to the Solar Base units have a torque settin...

Page 35: ...battery has been deep discharged a prolonged charging time is required to bring the battery back to full capacity Storage Always store batteries in a cool dry place After long storage it is desirable...

Page 36: ...ed Solar Aviation Light Battery Voltage 12 Volt Sealed Lead Acid State of Charge Voltage 100 12 70 90 12 5 80 12 42 70 12 32 60 12 2 50 12 05 40 11 9 30 11 75 20 11 58 10 11 31 0 10 5 Battery Voltage...

Page 37: ...ct the faulty solar panelfrom the Auxiliary Power out J5 J6 J7 or J8 8 Remove the faulty solar panel from the aluminium chassis 9 Clean any silicon off the chassis from the solar panel junction box ho...

Page 38: ...Control System Menu See Programming Section 1 Light will not change Flash Codes Flash Codes not enabled in the Radio Control System Menu Enable Flash Codes in the Radio Control System Menu See Program...

Page 39: ...ll night Battery is low Recharge battery connect battery to external power supply or replace battery Light is exposed to ambient light Remove ambient light source or shield light from ambient light Ba...

Page 40: ...__________________________________________ Radio Channel ____________________________________________________________ Light Bank Location eg Runway 1 Taxiway Runway 2 Light Bank Location 0 ___________...

Page 41: ...e is required The solar panel is connected to the light via the external charge port and the panel is mounted at an angle to maximise solar collection during daylight hours The solar Booster will prov...

Page 42: ...tics Solar Module Type Multicrystalline Output watts 10 Solar Module Efficiency 14 Charging Regulation Microprocessor controlled Physical Characteristics Body Material 7 stage powder coated aluminium...

Page 43: ...ooster under the top mounting plate Fit the bolts back through the light mounting plate and AV SB 10 Solar Booster Tighten the bolts securely Important To eliminate the possibility of electrical short...

Page 44: ...Latest products and information available at www avlite com 41 AV 425 RF Radio Controlled Solar Aviation Light Notes...

Page 45: ...e date of purchase by the original purchaser 4 Avlite Systems will repair or replace at Avlite s sole discretion any Telemetry Products Roto Moulded Products Accessory Products or Avlite Products foun...

Page 46: ...rmitted by acts and regulations applicable in the country of manufacture the liability of Avlite Systems under this Warranty will be at the option of Avlite Systems limited to either the replacement o...

Page 47: ...lipad lighting Obstruction lighting For a complete list of product compliances including ICAO FAA please contact Avlite today Helipad Lighting Airfield Markers Accessories A subsidiary of Sealite Pty...

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