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2014-2015 Copyright Traffic Logix® Corp. SafePace® 700 Variable Message Radar Speed Sign
Installation Manual V. 1.1
Overview
This guide provides installation instructions for mounting and wiring your SafePace® 700 radar sign. Also
covered, are wiring instructions for different power options, recommendations for site selection and
positioning of the sign, and further details on operation and maintenance.
SafePace® 700
Site Selection
Site selection varies with the application in which the radar sign is being used. The following guidelines,
however, should generally be adhered to:
i)
Choose a position where the line of sight from the radar sign to the vehicle will be
uninterrupted. Consideration should be given to how the location may develop with time. The
following types of questions should be considered:
a.
Will any trees grow directly in the line of vision?
b.
Is it likely that road traffic signs will be erected in a position that could obstruct the field of
view?
ii)
The radar sign should be installed directly adjacent to the lane of cars it is targeting since an
interfering lane of traffic may cause inaccurate speed readings.
iii)
The structure that the radar sign is mounted to should be stable and firm. Avoid structures that
are likely to be affected by wind or rain. The suggested pole type for installation is either a 14-16
foot, 4 inch diameter circular metallic pole or a 4” x 4” square wooden pole.
Positioning the Sign
Similar to other road signs, the SafePace® 700 radar sign should be installed near the closest lane of
traffic, although off the actual road. The recommended height of the lower edge of the radar sign is
approximately 7 feet above the surface of the road.
