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- Page 1 Portable Traffic Lights Controller PTL-300 Advanced • • Features DataSigns DataSigns...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTROLLERS THEMSELVES. This manual covers the Advance features of the PTL 300 Product. For further Training for this product contact Data Signs on 1300 785 850. This User Manual applies to Controllers operating on firmware 06.03.xx or later. THE PORTABLE TRAFFIC LIGHTS SHOULD ONLY BE OPERATED BY QUALIFIED TRAFFIC MANAGERS. -
Page 3: Main Menu [Master Only]
Note: If Demand is required for Plant Crossing Mode, the Vehicle detector fitted must be fitted with a swivel adaptor available from Data Signs. This is so it can face the direction that the actual Plant. i.e. Truck crosses the road. -
Page 4: Menu: Operating Settings
Menu: OPERATING SETTINGS for controller set as MASTER ONLY For Primary Operational Menus see PTL Operations, OH&S and Maintenance Manual. Sub-Menu: DEMAND CYCLE In DEMAND mode, if there are no vehicles detected, you can set the period of time that an automatic demand cycle is introduced. -
Page 5: Menu: Light Test
Trailer units. Type 2 can also be used for the PTL-Compact traffic lights. Type 1 is only used for the Data Signs PTL-Stop-n-Go traffic lights. This controller can also be set up to operate in Type 1. The PTL-Remote can ONLY be used to control the PTL Operation when set to Type-1. -
Page 6: Factory Reset & Alternate Values
Factory Reset & Alternate values Use this function with CAUTION as ALL the values and modes are returned back to the Default. See the default list as per below. ITEM DEFAULT ALTERNATE MODES, VALUES Unit ID 0 Set to Master. Slave 1 to 5. -
Page 7: Additional Operational Modes
Units 0 and 2 show the same phase, opposite signal to unit 1. These illustrations are intended to outline the different modes which can be used with Data Signs Portable Traffic Lights and should not be used as examples or guidelines on how to setup a roadwork site −... -
Page 8: 1-Way Shuttle Or Gating Mode
You can separate the green times using the button. Use the menu that appears to select each green time in turn. Unit 0 and 2 will use the same green time. The MANUAL, AUTO, and DEMAND modes are all available. Setup T-Junction Control Use QUICK START and for MASTER, SET Length, speed and GREEN time, Wait for menu to appear, then go to OPERATING SETTING &... -
Page 9: 3-Way Shuttle
The lights change in order of Unit ID. These illustrations are intended to outline the different modes which can be used with Data Signs Portable Traffic Lights and should not be used as examples or guidelines on how to setup a roadwork site −... -
Page 10: 6-Way Shuttle
6-WAY SHUTTLE MODE These illustrations are intended to outline the different modes which can be used with Data Signs Portable Traffic Lights and should not be used as examples or guidelines on how to setup a roadwork site − Separate documentation is available for these purposes. Copyright © 2021 Data Signs Pty Ltd. All rights reserved. -
Page 11: Intersection Shuttle
INTERSECTION SHUTTLE These illustrations are intended to outline the different modes which can be used with Data Signs Portable Traffic Lights and should not be used as examples or guidelines on how to setup a roadwork site − Separate documentation is available for these purposes. Copyright © 2021 Data Signs Pty Ltd. All rights reserved. -
Page 12: Multi Intersection Shuttle
MULTI INTERSECTION SHUTTLE These illustrations are intended to outline the different modes which can be used with Data Signs Portable Traffic Lights and should not be used as examples or guidelines on how to setup a roadwork site − Separate documentation is available for these purposes. Copyright © 2021 Data Signs Pty Ltd. All rights reserved. -
Page 13: Pedestrian Crossing
PEDESTRIAN CROSSING CONTROL These illustrations are intended to outline the different modes which can be used with Data Signs Portable Traffic Lights and should not be used as examples or guidelines on how to setup a roadwork site − Separate documentation is available for these purposes. Copyright © 2021 Data Signs Pty Ltd. All rights reserved. - Page 14 5. **Yellow time. Time for Yellow light. i.e. Green, Yellow then RED. 6. **Green Time. This is the Minimum Green time for Vehicle Traffic. Once this cycles to 0 and a Pedestrian Demand is detected the lights will Cycle Immediately to Yellow and Red. If the Minimum Green Count has not been reached then the Pedestrian Pendant light will go to RED indicating a wait time is still active and they need to wait.
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Page 15: Ramp Lights
PTL Boom Gate An optional boom gate can be fitted to the Trailer traffic lights or added as a stand alone unit for the PTL- Compact or Stop-n-Go portable lights. Select the Sub-Menu: BOOM Gate. You will then have the following options: •... -
Page 16: The Vehicle Detector
Using the Tuning Fork to test the Vehicle Sensor To check that the Vehicle Sensor is working you can use the Tuning Fork (available from Data Signs). Set the operation Mode to DEMAND, and use the tuning fork to simulate a vehicle approach. -
Page 17: Direct-Link
Direct-Link allows for direct connection of two PTL units via a cable. The RF between the lights is disabled. The PTL-Remote will still operate back to the Master via the RF. Direct-Link is an option and must be fitted at a Data Signs Service Centre or by a qualified Auto Electrical service provider. -
Page 18: Wireless Link [Rf] Explained
Wireless Link (RF) Explained Each Traffic Light Trailer is fitted with a Directional antenna. This will provide reliable Wireless Radio (RF) communication between the PTL units; however, the units still need to be positioned line-of-sight to each other. The ends of each antenna should point towards the other. -
Page 19: Fault Log
Fault Log If any fault conditions occur as discussed throughout this document, the Portable Traffic Lights will go to Flashing Yellow mode. All critical faults are logged to a file on the SD card fitted to the Master Controller. The faults logged are outlined below. Reference back to the Australian Standard is provided in the table. Fault ID Description Yellow (Open) -
Page 20: Diagnostics Guide
Traffic Lights. If you cannot resolve the issue you are experiencing using the information below, please contact Data Signs via the Help Desk at datasigns.com.au The Fault Log stored on the SD card in the Master Controller may assist in issue diagnosis. - Page 21 Check all connections between the detection unit and the Controller. • If the unit continues to fail, contact Data Signs. The vehicle detector on each unit is scanned for correct operation every five minutes. If the vehicle detector does not respond due to a fault, the display panel on the Master Controller will display the following error message:...
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Page 22: Light Programming And Diagnostics
Note: Multiple LED failures on any light will cause them to not light up. This is a Standards requirement. If you need to ship the Controller or parts back to Data Signs for repair. Download the Product Service Request form from the Book a Service page on the Data Signs website: www.datasigns.com.au Fill this out and include with any equipment being shipped back for repair. -
Page 23: Ds-Live Internet Mode
The DS-Live platform is a subscription based programming and control platform. If your PTL Controllers have been fitted with a Mobile network Module and Data Signs SIM card then this adds other options for your PTL units. PTL Monitoring: The PTL Master and Slave as a set can be monitored for operation and information such as mode, battery levels and GPS tracking showing current location (as shown on a map) .