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Carmanah Technologies Corp. | 250 Bay St, Victoria, BC V9A 3K5, Canada | 1.250.380.0052 |

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carmanah.com

SPEEDCHECK-12 USER MANUAL

2.0 SYSTEM OVERVIEW

2.0 System Overview

2.1 Base Components

Each Carmanah SPEEDCHECK-12 radar speed sign has the following common parts:

Display

Enclosure:

Rear Enclosure:

Mounting

Bracket:

Retaining Bolt: Display Mounts:

Contains the sign,

LED display,

strobe, radar and

electronics.

Contains the

power source (AC

or DC) and any

optional

communication

devices.

Connects the

radar speed sign

to the pole. Can

be attached with

through bolts or

banding.

Attaches rear

enclosure to

mounting bracket.

Contains all the

hardware required

to mount the

product.

DISPLAY

ENCLOSURE

MOUNTING

BRACKET

REAR

ENCLOSURE

RETAINING

BOLT

PUSH

LOCK

HANDLE

Summary of Contents for SpeedCheck 12

Page 1: ... Technologies Corp 250 Bay St Victoria BC V9A 3K5 Canada 1 250 380 0052 customersupport carmanah com carmanah com For the SPEEDCHECK 12 89840_MANUAL_TRA_SPEEDCHECK 12_RevB SPEEDCHECK 12 battery only AC powered model SPEEDCHECK 12 solar powered model ...

Page 2: ...Carmanah Technologies Corp 250 Bay St Victoria BC V9A 3K5 Canada 1 250 380 0052 customersupport carmanah com carmanah com 2 SPEEDCHECK 12 USER MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS This page intentionally left blank ...

Page 3: ...n 12 2 9 StreetHub Remote Monitoring Option 13 3 0 System Preparation 14 3 1 Tools and Materials Required 14 3 2 Rear Enclosure Conduit 14 3 3 Solar Kit Solar Panel Preparation 15 3 4 Solar Kit 45 degree Wedge Casting 16 4 0 Installation 17 4 1 Mounting Bracket 17 4 2 Rear Enclosure 18 4 3 Battery Powered Systems 20 4 4 AC Powered Systems 21 4 5 Display Enclosure Installation 21 4 6 Power Connecti...

Page 4: ...ons are not followed NOTE suggests optimal conditions and provides additional information 1 1 Warranty Disclaimer This manual will familiarize you with the features operation standards and installation of Carmanah s SPEEDCHECK 12 radar speed sign Failure to comply with the use storage maintenance installation or placement instructions detailed in this manual could void the warranty 1 2 Standards P...

Page 5: ...t shift and that it can be lifted as far as needed without back strain or loss of grip Installation may require more than one person Ensure the equipment is not powered during installation and wiring of the system Recheck all completed wiring for proper polarity prior to energizing the system Changes or modifications to Carmanah equipment not expressly approved by Carmanah could void both the user...

Page 6: ... Display Enclosure Rear Enclosure Mounting Bracket Retaining Bolt Display Mounts Contains the sign LED display strobe radar and electronics Contains the power source AC or DC and any optional communication devices Connects the radar speed sign to the pole Can be attached with through bolts or banding Attaches rear enclosure to mounting bracket Contains all the hardware required to mount the produc...

Page 7: ...cluded key into lock and rotate clockwise 2 Apply diagonal pressure to the bottom right corner of the sign face then PULL on the key 3 Once unlocked the key can be removed 4 Swing the display enclosure away from the rear enclosure 5 To close push the display enclosure against the rear enclosure and then apply diagonal pressure in the bottom right corner of the sign face Once fully closed then PUSH...

Page 8: ... is pre assembled at the factory and contains the system electronics radar LED display strobe and sign To view the system status LEDs look up from below the viewing slot in the silkscreen On the rear of the Display Enclosure are the signs hinges latch and power connections Rear View of Display Enclosure STROBE SYSTEM LEDs VIEWING WINDOW RADAR LOOK UP AT SIGN FACE TO SEE SYSTEM LEDs POWER CONNECTIO...

Page 9: ...lashing green Battery needs charging but is not in Low Voltage Disconnect LVD Steady green AC systems power is good Battery systems battery voltage is good Vehicle Detection Status Off No vehicles being detected Flashing green Vehicles are being detected and data is being logged Radar Status Off Not receiving data from the radar Flashing green Receiving data from the radar System Status Off System...

Page 10: ...stallations this sign option comes with a battery s that has the harness es pre installed for ease of assembly Battery state of charge can be checked via the SpeedCheck Manager mobile app For battery powered signs the batteries will have to be charged as needed The included battery charger and adapter cable can charge one battery at a time The battery charger must be connected to an AC power sourc...

Page 11: ...nting for the solar panel Seals the housing under the solar panel to provide a NEMA 3R rated enclosure Connects the housing and the pole mount Includes a drilling mark to locate the hole for an optional conduit fitting High quality framed solar panel sized for location Pole Mount Kit Battery Harness Hardware Kit Different versions are available depending on pole size and mounting orientation Conne...

Page 12: ...BC V9A 3K5 Canada 1 250 380 0052 customersupport carmanah com carmanah com 12 SPEEDCHECK 12 USER MANUAL 2 0 SYSTEM OVERVIEW 2 8 AC Power Option Signs powered by AC are ready to be wired with appropriately rated cables BREAKER POWER SUPPLY AC INPUTS ...

Page 13: ...nce cloud based software for two way communication of real time status in the field For additional information refer to https carmanah com streethub remote connectivity 1 For solar kit versions equipped with StreetHub there is a length of yellow sensor wire to be routed with the battery harness from the solar kit to the LED display 2 This sensor wire is pre installed to the Solar positive terminal...

Page 14: ...ned equatorial direction for solar powered displays f Drill and drill bits step drill g Fine tip felt marker h Multi bit screwdriver i Ladder or lift device j Banding tool and material k Smartphone or laptop Download the SpeedCheck Manager mobile app to configure the SPEEDCHECK 12 here https carmanah com appSC 3 2 Rear Enclosure Conduit 1 If system is solar powered use one of the indentations show...

Page 15: ...052 customersupport carmanah com carmanah com 15 SPEEDCHECK 12 USER MANUAL 3 0 SYSTEM PREPARATION 3 3 Solar Kit Solar Panel Preparation 1 Install grommet in cover hole ensuring it is fully seated against cover face 2 Secure cover to solar panel using 3x supplied push in rivets ...

Page 16: ... Apply supplied 4 5 long adhesive gasket strip to correct edge of 45 degree wedge casting for side of pole or top of pole mounting orientation 3 Side of pole mounting only roll up 2x 1 long supplied butyl rubber strips and use to plug openings of casting as shown Also apply 2 long strip of gasket to hub plate above hole to prevent any water ingress Failure to apply gaskets and sealant could result...

Page 17: ...nting Bracket 1 Enclosure mounting bracket is labeled to identify the correct orientation when installing onto pole 2 Install mounting bracket onto pole 7 10ft above grade noting orientation as indicated by label 3 Two potential attachment methods are shown below through bolting and banding Use only Carmanah approved high strength band clamp or commercial banding for mounting bracket to pole ...

Page 18: ...nclosure as indicated 2 Line up the hooks on the back of the rear enclosure so that they will slide into cradle features on the mounting bracket when the rear enclosure is lowered onto the bracket 3 When installed correctly the rear enclosure should hang securely from the mounting bracket and the hole at the back of the rear enclosure should then line up with the threaded insert of the mounting br...

Page 19: ...19 SPEEDCHECK 12 USER MANUAL 4 0 INSTALLATION 4 To attach the rear enclosure to the mounting bracket thread the retaining bolt into the location shown 5 Install retaining bolt until it is sufficiently tight Do not overtighten For battery and solar powered versions tighten the retaining bolt so that the handle is horizontal ...

Page 20: ...ems 1 Undo battery strap s and install provided battery s in the orientation shown 2 Secure battery strap s to hold battery s in place If the SPEEDCHECK 12 has been supplied with a Carmanah solar power kit route the battery cable from the solar housing to the sign through the pole internally Drill an appropriate hole near the rear enclosure and route the power cable through provided conduit ...

Page 21: ...4 4 AC Powered Systems 1 Supply and install appropriate liquid tight fittings and conduit as required 2 Ensure breaker is turned off switch is pushed to the right and route AC wires into rear enclosure 3 Install wires into the labelled locations shown and tighten screw terminals 4 Strain relief AC wires using highlighted feature 4 5 Display Enclosure Installation OFF ...

Page 22: ...2 USER MANUAL 4 0 INSTALLATION 4 6 Power Connections 1 The sign s power connections are located on the back of the display enclosure and vary for each option 2 Mate the rear enclosure harness connectors with those on the display enclosure AC or Battery Only Solar Kit w Battery Battery Only or AC w StreetHub Solar Kit w Battery StreetHub ...

Page 23: ...380 0052 customersupport carmanah com carmanah com 23 SPEEDCHECK 12 USER MANUAL 4 0 INSTALLATION 3 For AC powered LED displays connect the ground wire ring terminal coming from the breaker assembly to the ground screw located on the display enclosure power harness junction ...

Page 24: ...sting onto mount do not tighten yet if mounting to square post 2 Fasten 45 degree wedge casting to housing using 4x supplied bolts 3 Install on pole and orient solar panel to face South or as per specific instructions provided by Carmanah by rotating mount round post or 45 degree wedge casting thread square pole 4 Tighten set screws or bolts onto post and to lock 45 degree wedge thread 5 Install s...

Page 25: ...applicable drill suitable bolt holes for 3 8 hardware and or cable entry hole 1 recommended at center of hub plate Ensure there are no sharp edges left that could damage the cable 3 Mount Side of Pole hub plate to post using banding or through bolts 4 Thread 45 degree wedge casting into hub plate as far as it will go then back out until level and lock with set screw 5 Fasten 45 degree wedge castin...

Page 26: ...is latched 2 Use appropriate harness fastening location depending on system mounting orientation so harness enters housing facing up to prevent any drop of water from flowing into housing along jacket 3 Secure power harness jacket to dog bone feature using supplied cable tie as shown ensuring the connector is not under tension 4 Fish harness down through pole or conduit to SPEEDCHECK 12 cabinet To...

Page 27: ...LATION 4 10 Solar Kit Solar Panel 1 Lower solar panel on housing and loosely install 2x bolts at mounted end of housing noting location of power harness 2 Lift other end of solar panel up and connect power harness ensuring connector is fully engaged 3 Lower solar panel taking care not to pinch solar panel harness and install remaining bolts Tighten all 4 bolts ...

Page 28: ...AY ALIGNMENT 5 0 Display Alignment 1 Once sign is ready for final installation adjust from side to side to ensure that the SPEEDCHECK 12 activates as desired traffic approaches sign 2 After verification of performance tighten sign mount and ensure sign is closed securely Diagram is not to scale and is for reference only Follow local guidelines for installation ...

Page 29: ...oftware version 3 0 2 3 or later For more information on programming and to download the latest version of software please visit support carmanah com Once the sign is operational proceed with connecting to the sign via SpeedCheck Manager This will require a PC with Bluetooth connectivity Changes to the signs default setting may be required depending on local installation requirements The following...

Page 30: ...n SpeedCheck Manager and click on Establish Connection 2 Wait for the software to scan and detect nearby Bluetooth devices Click on your radar speed sign designated as SpeedCheckXXXXX and click Connect 3 Click on the dialog box in the bottom right corner to begin the pairing process 4 Click on Allow to pair the device 5 The sign is now paired and will be connected within SpeedCheck Manager This pr...

Page 31: ...aps are taught and hold batteries in place When power is connected to LED display system begins startup sequence When operational status LEDs on front of display are correct LED display is aimed correctly towards target traffic and displays expected speed as vehicles pass by SpeedCheck Manager connects to the sign via Bluetooth If present solar panel pointed South or as per specific instructions p...

Page 32: ...g Modes menu of the SpeedCheck Manager software 2 Timer or scheduler has been set to collect data but not display speeds Set the program as desired 3 Radar is not sending data Contact Carmanah for further diagnostics No test sequence and no speeds displayed 1 Power to display is OFF 2 Test sequence is disabled 3 Operating Modes settings set for Display OFF 4 Timer or scheduler has scheduled the si...

Page 33: ... too far away It must be located within 100 feet in line of sight and free and clear of obstacles in front of the sign Display application not downloading data properly 1 Invalid display name Ensure display name programmed with your laptop computer is valid and does not include special characters or punctuation 2 PC laptop computer not fully charged You may get a timeout error if there is insuffic...

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