Founded in 1983, Information Station Specialists is the nation's sole domestically owned source for Information Radio Station and Advisory Sign systems that allow public agencies to broadcast safety and service messages to motorists.
 

 

Pager-Style Highway Sign Flash Controllers

Optional on Versions 6010 & 6020

The FAS6000 Advisory Sign Flash Controller allows an operator to turn on or off a pair of flashing amber beacons on highway signs through wireless means – without compromising the AM broadcast signal. The FAS6000 Controller includes a solar-power collection-and-storage system (AC power source is an option), paging receiver, two amber 8" LED flashing signals for minimum maintenance, weatherproof fiberglass enclosure, mounts, wiring and instructions.

Each FAS6000 Advisory Sign Flash Controller can recognize multiple on/off codes, allowing each sign to obey commands shared with other signs in the area. In this way, common groupings of Flashing Advisory Signs may be keyed on or off quickly in emergency situations.

LED Signals are rated for more than 100,000 hours of continuous operation. The sealed-gelled cell battery auto-disconnects at low voltage to preserve integrity. FAS6000’s 64-watt unbreakable solar panel and charging system allow many hours of operation per day without tapping into battery reserves. FAS6000 batteries provide approximately 60 hours of continuous dark operation. The solar charging system adds an additional 3-15 hours of operation per day, on the average, varying with location and season.

Pager-Style Sign Flash Controller
Specifications

Cabinet

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NEMA4, fiberglass; gasketed, weatherproof with equipment panel and I-beam or wood post mounts; vented design; key lockable.

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Dimensions: approximately 24 inches by 24 inches by 14 inches.

Receiver

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Time and date stamping of messages.

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Pocsag or Flex available. (Flex is a Motorola trademark.)

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9-15 volt DC operation.

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Large CAP code capacity.

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Physical (WxDxH) 20x70x30mm.

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Parallel printer output (Centronics).

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Serial data output (2nd port optional).

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4 relays switching 12V 1A (optional).

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All frequency bands available (VHF, UHF, 900 MHz).

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External aerial on BNC connector.

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Text search and replace.

Beacons

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Two amber LED signals with parallel wiring pattern, 8-inch diameter. (12-inch is optional.)

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Internal faceting that minimizes maintenance (cleaning).

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Flashers (1fps) wig-wag format.

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Includes top-of-conduit mounts with pan adjustment.

Power Source

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AC: 120V AC single phase, 50/60 Hz.

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Solar: 64 watt, unbreakable solar panel; 20A charge controller with low voltage disconnect, LED indicators, adjustable-angle mast mount.

Battery

bullet 85 AH, 12V gelled cell battery.

 

System Details
  • All-hazards warning system webpage.
  • Antenna system, conventional webpage.
  • Antenna system, optional vertical profile webpage.
  • Computer audio control software package webpage.
  • Phone-based audio control webpage.
  • Power loss notification module webpage.
  • Sample network layout diagram webpage.
  • Transmitter webpage.
Get an overview. See exclusive features. Plan a station. Learn about available services and portable station alternatives.
  • Complete ITS6000 overview with planning, pricing & technical specs PDF download.
  • ITS6000 exclusive features webpage.
  • Planning ITS6000 stations webpage.
  • FCC frequency-search & licensing services webpage.
  • Installation services webpage.
  • Professional recording services webpage.
  • RoadRunnR portable HAR system webpage.
This page was last updated on July 26, 2010.
 
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