FTS 350i-2 USER MANUAL
Flash Technology, LLC
Revision A – 4/21/2022
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2.4.3 CHECK ALARM STATUS
VIA REMOTE CONTROL AND STATUS FLASHES
After 5 minutes of operation, check the alarm status using the remote control. Point the remote control, within 20
feet of the beacon, and press the “1” button. If there are no alarm conditions, the unit will respond with a single
quick blink. If multiple quick blinks are observed, refer to
(page 14).
VIA ALARM RELAY
After 5 minutes of operation, check the alarm contact to ensure there are no alarm conditions. A multi-meter may
be used to check for continuity between the COM (Red) and NC (Orange) conductors. The contact is closed when
the beacon is powered, operating normally and no fault is detected. If an alarm condition is observed, refer to
2.4.4 CHECK MONITORING STA TUS
Confirm monitoring status by disconnecting power to the beacon. This should create an alarm.
SECTION 3 – BEACON OPERATION
3.1 SYSTEM OVERVIEW
The standard 5-conductor power and alarm cable provides connection for the AC line (3 wires) and alarm
monitoring connections (2 wires). See
(page 10). The optional 10-conductor cable
provides the same connections and adds connections for the auxiliary control input (2 wires).
The AC input power requirement is 100-240 VAC 50/60Hz. The dry contact alarm connection is closed when the
beacon is operating normally and no fault is detected.
The beacon senses ambient light using a photodiode. This determines night mode and enables the LED beacon
flash. A GPS antenna and integrated receiver permit synchronization with other beacons. The Driver PCB detects
alarm conditions including beacon failure, photodiode alarm and synchronization fault.
The LED engine assembly contains high-performance RED and INFRARED (IR) LEDs, which illuminate when powered
by the Driver PCB.
The power supply, with surge suppressors, are located in the base of the beacon. The power supply generates the
proper DC current to the Driver PCB when AC line voltage is applied at its input. The surge suppressors provide
protection from incoming lightning and transient voltage induced surges.
3.2 REMOTE CONTROL OPERA TION
When purchasing the FTS 350i-2 beacons in sets of 1-10, a single remote control is included (1 beacon = 1 remote,
2 beacons = 1 remote, 3 beacons = 1 remote etc…). Additional remote controllers may be ordered (PN
11000017081) to assist with installation, configuration and troubleshooting. The remote control has the following
functionality:
