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AV-SIGN-20 

Solar Sign Light

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 9001:2000 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 AV-SIGN-20

Page 1: ...Version 2 0 AV SIGN 20 Solar Sign Light Installation Service Manual...

Page 2: ...lable 448 5 332 Battery 90mm post table g Frangible Sleeve Stake Hinged assembly for easy access to battery driving circuitry 20watt multicrystalline solar module Lockable heavy duty powder coated alu...

Page 3: ...SIGN 20 Model Page 5 Installation Page 7 Activation Page 8 Regulator Connection Operation Page 9 Maintenance and Servicing Page 11 Replacing the Battery Page 11 Trouble Shooting Page 12 Avlite Light...

Page 4: ...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 defe...

Page 5: ...sity surface mounted LED standard AV SIGN 20 comes with 1 domed luminaire Light Spread Approx 120 degrees LED Life Expectancy hours 100 000 Electrical Characteristics Current Draw mA Up to 250mA per d...

Page 6: ...tion available at www avlite com 6 AV SIGN 20 Solar Sign Light Battery 674 97 Luminaire with adjustable vertical positioning Sign Fra Optional power connection to second luminaire Regulator Typical in...

Page 7: ...N 20 FM on its side where it is to be located and mark the position for each frangible stake b Use a sledge hammer to drive the stake into the soil at the chosen location Drive the stake down until th...

Page 8: ...M The completed AV SIGN 20 PM assembly can be mounted onto a post Two people may be required to install this AV SIGN 20 PM to a post depending on the height it is mounted a The AV SIGN 20 PM is design...

Page 9: ...option A brief description is as follows OFF Lights remain turned off 2 4 6 8 10 Hours light is turned off after sundown 3 1 4 2 6 2 Light is turned on after sundown turned off during the night and tu...

Page 10: ...at all times Although the charging current falls to very low levels when the battery reaches full charge the green LED will continue to stay ON all day This is to indicate that the controller is work...

Page 11: ...the battery voltage is at least 12 volts under 100MA load and ensure all terminals are clear of foreign matter Replacing the Battery The AV SIGN 20 battery is secured inside the power box under the s...

Page 12: ...t at least 60 seconds for the program to initialise in darkness Ensure battery terminals are properly connected Ensure battery voltage is above 12volts Light will not operate for the entire night Ensu...

Page 13: ...Latest products and information available at www avlite com 13 AV SIGN 20 Solar Sign Light Notes...

Page 14: ...e 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 discretion...

Page 15: ...lar 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 Avlite Syst...

Page 16: ...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 Markers Accessor...

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