Constant Current Regulator

Type VIS

User Manual
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CE certification
The equipment listed as CE certified means that the product complies with the essential requirements concerning safety and
hygiene. The European directives that have been taken into consideration in the design are available on written request to
ADB SAFEGATE.

ETL certification
The equipment listed as ETL certified means that the product complies with the essential requirements concerning safety and
C22.2 No.180:13 (R2018) regulations. The CSA directives that have been taken into consideration in the design are available
on written request to ADB SAFEGATE.

All Products Guarantee

ADB SAFEGATE will correct by repair or replacement per the applicable guarantee below, at its option, equipment or parts
which fail because of mechanical, electrical or physical defects, provided that the goods have been properly handled and
stored prior to installation, properly installed and properly operated after installation, and provided further that Buyer gives
ADB SAFEGATE written notice of such defects after delivery of the goods to Buyer. Refer to the Safety section for more
information on Material Handling Precautions and Storage precautions that must be followed.
ADB SAFEGATE reserves the right to examine goods upon which a claim is made. Said goods must be presented in the same
condition as when the defect therein was discovered. ADB SAFEGATE furthers reserves the right to require the return of such
goods to establish any claim.
ADB SAFEGATE's obligation under this guarantee is limited to making repair or replacement within a reasonable time after
receipt of such written notice and does not include any other costs such as the cost of removal of defective part, installation
of repaired product, labor or consequential damages of any kind, the exclusive remedy being to require such new parts to be
furnished.
ADB SAFEGATE's liability under no circumstances will exceed the contract price of goods claimed to be defective. Any returns
under this guarantee are to be on a transportation charges prepaid basis. For products not manufactured by, but sold by ADB
SAFEGATE, warranty is limited to that extended by the original manufacturer. This is ADB SAFEGATE's sole guarantee and
warranty with respect to the goods; there are no express warranties or warranties of fitness for any particular purpose or any
implied warranties of fitness for any particular purpose or any implied warranties other than those made expressly herein. All
such warranties being expressly disclaimed.

Standard Products Guarantee

Products manufactured by ADB SAFEGATE are guaranteed against mechanical, electrical, and physical defects (excluding
lamps) which may occur during proper and normal use for a period of two years from the date of ex-works delivery, and are
guaranteed to be merchantable and fit for the ordinary purposes for which such products are made.

Note
See your applicable sales agreement for a complete warranty description.
Replaced or repaired equipment under warranty falls into the warranty of the original delivery. No new warranty period is
started for these replaced or repaired products.

FAA Certified products manufactured by ADB SAFEGATE

ADB SAFEGATE L858 Airfield Guidance Signs are warranted against mechanical and physical defects in design or manufacture
for a period of 2 years from date of installation, per FAA AC 150/5345-44 (applicable edition).
ADB SAFEGATE LED products (with the exception of obstruction lighting) are warranted against electrical defects in design or
manufacture of the LED or LED specific circuitry for a period of 4 years from date of installation, per FAA EB67 (applicable
edition). These FAA certified constant current (series) powered LED products must be installed, interfaced and powered with
and through products certified under the FAA Airfield Lighting Equipment Program (ALECP) to be included in this 4 (four) year
warranty. This includes, but is not limited to, interface with products such as Base Cans, Isolation Transformers, Connectors,
Wiring, and Constant Current Regulators.

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Note
See your sales order contract for a complete warranty description.
Replaced or repaired equipment under warranty falls into the warranty of the original delivery. No new warranty period is
started for these replaced or repaired products.

Liability

WARNING
Use of the equipment in ways other than described in the catalog leaflet and the manual may result in personal
injury, death, or property and equipment damage. Use this equipment only as described in the manual.

ADB SAFEGATE cannot be held responsible for injuries or damages resulting from non-standard, unintended uses of its
equipment. The equipment is designed and intended only for the purpose described in the manual. Uses not described in the
manual are considered unintended uses and may result in serious personal injury, death or property damage.
Unintended uses, includes the following actions:
▪ Making changes to equipment that have not been recommended or described in this manual or using parts that are not
genuine ADB SAFEGATE replacement parts or accessories.
▪ Failing to make sure that auxiliary equipment complies with approval agency requirements, local codes, and all
applicable safety standards if not in contradiction with the general rules.
▪ Using materials or auxiliary equipment that are inappropriate or incompatible with your ADB SAFEGATE equipment.
▪ Allowing unskilled personnel to perform any task on or with the equipment.

Copyright Statement
This manual or parts thereof may not be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any
means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, nor otherwise, without the author's prior written consent.
This manual could contain technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. The author reserves the right to revise this manual
from time to time in the contents thereof without obligation of the author to notify any person of such revision or change.
Details and values given in this manual are average values and have been compiled with care. They are not binding, however,
and the author disclaims any liability for damages or detriments suffered as a result of reliance on the information given
herein or the use of products, processes or equipment to which this manual refers. No warranty is made that the use of the
information or of the products, processes or equipment to which this manual refers will not infringe any third party's patents
or rights. The information given does not release the buyer from making their own experiments and tests.

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Table of Contents
1.0 Safety..................................................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Safety Messages.................................................................................................................................................................................. 1
1.1.1 Introduction to Safety............................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.1.2 Intended Use.............................................................................................................................................................................. 2
1.1.3 Material Handling Precautions : Storage ............................................................................................................................... 3
1.1.4 Operation Safety ....................................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.1.5 Maintenance Safety .................................................................................................................................................................. 3
1.1.6 Material Handling Precautions, ESD....................................................................................................................................... 4
1.1.7 Touch Current............................................................................................................................................................................ 4
2.0 Description ........................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Intended Use ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Working Principle................................................................................................................................................................................ 6
2.3 Layout of the Equipment Cabinet .................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.3.1 Outside - small cabinet: 2.5 to 15 kVA.................................................................................................................................... 8
2.3.2 Inside - small cabinet: 2.5 to 15 kVA ....................................................................................................................................... 8
2.3.3 Outside - big cabinet 20 to 30 kVA........................................................................................................................................ 10
2.3.4 Inside - big cabinet 20 to 30 kVa ........................................................................................................................................... 11
2.4 Components ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
2.4.1 Line input.................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
2.4.2 IGBT power bridge .................................................................................................................................................................. 15
2.4.3 Capacitor bank......................................................................................................................................................................... 17
2.4.4 Hall sensor, big cabinet .......................................................................................................................................................... 18
2.4.5 Output filter ............................................................................................................................................................................. 18
2.4.6 Main transformer, all cabinets .............................................................................................................................................. 19
2.4.7 Output measure PCB (EPS422), all cabinets........................................................................................................................ 19
2.4.8 Power output ........................................................................................................................................................................... 20
2.4.8.1 CPU PCB (EPS479), all cabinets .................................................................................................................................... 20
2.4.8.2 Remote control PCB (EPS495 or EP00047), all cabinets ........................................................................................... 20
2.4.8.3 Power supply PCB (EPS480), all cabinets.................................................................................................................... 21
2.4.8.4 Lamp Fault Detection (LFD) .......................................................................................................................................... 21
2.4.8.5 Earth Fault Detection (EFD) .......................................................................................................................................... 22
2.4.8.6 Ventilation....................................................................................................................................................................... 22
2.5 Options............................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
2.5.1 Remote control ........................................................................................................................................................................ 22
2.5.2 Ethernet PCB (EPS542), all cabinets...................................................................................................................................... 22
2.5.3 Circuit selector (CS) ................................................................................................................................................................. 23
2.5.4 Lightning arrestors (option CS) ............................................................................................................................................. 23
2.5.5 Interface PCB (PCB1702) (option CS) .................................................................................................................................... 23
2.5.6 CS PCB (PCB1619) (option CS) ............................................................................................................................................... 24
2.5.7 HMI SIN PCB (PCB1703) (option CS)...................................................................................................................................... 24
2.5.8 Remote control SIN PCB (PCB1694) (option CS) ................................................................................................................. 25
2.5.9 CS relay (option CS) ................................................................................................................................................................. 25
2.5.10 Current sensor (option CS) .................................................................................................................................................. 26
2.5.11 Series Connector Box (SCB), all cabinets ........................................................................................................................... 26
2.5.12 Series CutOut (SCO), all cabinets ........................................................................................................................................ 26
2.5.13 Rolling castors ....................................................................................................................................................................... 27
2.6 HMI...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
2.7 HMI of an equipment with CS (option CS)..................................................................................................................................... 27
2.8 Nameplate ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
3.0 Inspection, Transportation and Storage ......................................................................................................... 29
3.1 Inspect equipment on delivery ....................................................................................................................................................... 29
3.2 Transport and Unpack the Crate .................................................................................................................................................... 29
3.3 Transport Unpacked Equipment .................................................................................................................................................... 29
3.4 Storage ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
4.0 Pre-Installation .................................................................................................................................................. 33
4.1 How to pre-install - general procedure ......................................................................................................................................... 33
4.2 Prepare Substation........................................................................................................................................................................... 33

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4.2.1 Provide heat dissipation......................................................................................................................................................... 34

4.2.2 Ventilation ................................................................................................................................................................................ 34
4.3 Prepare lightning protection ........................................................................................................................................................... 35
4.4 Install power supply ......................................................................................................................................................................... 35
4.5 Plan cables and lay-out of cables ................................................................................................................................................... 35
4.5.1 Plan cables to remote control interface............................................................................................................................... 36
5.0 Installation ......................................................................................................................................................... 39
5.1 Required tools and equipment....................................................................................................................................................... 39
5.2 Inspection .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 40
5.3 Remove lower rear panel, big and small cabinet ......................................................................................................................... 40
5.4 Switch OFF the power supply.......................................................................................................................................................... 41
5.5 Install additional earthing, big and small cabinet ........................................................................................................................ 42
5.6 Connect power input supply ........................................................................................................................................................... 42
5.7 Connect Output to Series Circuit.................................................................................................................................................... 43
5.7.1 Connect Output to Series Circuit with SCB.......................................................................................................................... 44
5.7.2 Connect Output to Series Circuit with SCO ......................................................................................................................... 45
5.8 Connect Remote Control Cables .................................................................................................................................................... 46
5.9 Install Lower Rear Panel .................................................................................................................................................................. 47
6.0 Wiring Diagram .................................................................................................................................................. 49
7.0 Technical Data.................................................................................................................................................... 51
7.1 Applicable standards........................................................................................................................................................................ 52
7.2 ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC)............................................................................................................................................. 52
7.3 Ambient conditions .......................................................................................................................................................................... 52
7.4 Dimensions and mass ...................................................................................................................................................................... 53
7.5 Substation layout, big and small cabinets..................................................................................................................................... 54
7.6 Protection devices ............................................................................................................................................................................ 55
7.7 Remote Control PCB......................................................................................................................................................................... 55
7.7.1 EPS495 (1597.00.300) ............................................................................................................................................................. 55
7.7.1.1 LEDs ................................................................................................................................................................................. 56
7.7.1.2 Jumper settings .............................................................................................................................................................. 56
7.7.2 EP00047 and EP00051 ............................................................................................................................................................ 57
7.7.3 Multiwire/J-Bus Connection Scheme .................................................................................................................................... 58
A.0 SUPPORT ............................................................................................................................................................. 63
A.1 ADB SAFEGATE Website................................................................................................................................................................... 63
A.2 Recycling ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 64
A.2.1 ADB SAFEGATE Recycling ....................................................................................................................................................... 64
A.2.1.1 Local Authority Recycling.............................................................................................................................................. 64

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List of Figures
Figure 1: Series circuit system overview ...................................................................................................................................................... 5
Figure 2: Input terminal, all cabinets .......................................................................................................................................................... 12
Figure 3: Line filter, all cabinets................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Figure 4: Manual switch, all cabinets .......................................................................................................................................................... 12
Figure 5: Main fuses, small cabinet............................................................................................................................................................. 13
Figure 6: Main fuses, big cabinet................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Figure 7: Main contactor, small cabinet ..................................................................................................................................................... 13
Figure 8: Main contactor, big cabinet ......................................................................................................................................................... 13
Figure 9: Precharge contactor, small cabinet ............................................................................................................................................ 14
Figure 10: Precharge contactor, big cabinet.............................................................................................................................................. 14
Figure 11: Precharge PCB (EPS456), all cabinets ....................................................................................................................................... 14
Figure 12: Sensing transformer, all cabinets ............................................................................................................................................. 14
Figure 13: Power supply transformer, all cabinets ................................................................................................................................... 15
Figure 14: Diode bridge + sensing PCB (EPS540 / EPS541), small cabinet............................................................................................. 15
Figure 15: Sensing PCB (EPS497), big cabinet............................................................................................................................................ 16
Figure 16: Diode bridge, big cabinet ........................................................................................................................................................... 16
Figure 17: IGBT, all cabinets ......................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Figure 18: IGBT PCB (EPS477 /EPS496 /EPS 478), all cabinets................................................................................................................. 17
Figure 19: Capacitor bank, small cabinet ................................................................................................................................................... 17
Figure 20: Capacitor bank, big cabinet ....................................................................................................................................................... 18
Figure 21: Hall sensor, big cabinet .............................................................................................................................................................. 18
Figure 22: Output filter, small cabinet........................................................................................................................................................ 18
Figure 23: Output filter, big cabinet............................................................................................................................................................ 19
Figure 24: Remove panel .............................................................................................................................................................................. 41
Figure 25: Disconnect wires ......................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Figure 26: VIS Wiring Diagram ..................................................................................................................................................................... 49
Figure 27: The small cabinet (A) and the big cabinet (B) .......................................................................................................................... 53
Figure 28: Printed Circuit Board (PCB)........................................................................................................................................................ 55
Figure 29: Printed Circuit Board (PCB)........................................................................................................................................................ 57
Figure 30: Multiwire/J-Bus Pin Numbering................................................................................................................................................. 58
Figure 31: Multiwire and J-Bus Connection................................................................................................................................................ 61

List of Tables
Table 1: Indicative values for heat dissipation .......................................................................................................................................... 34
Table 2: Recommended multiwire cables .................................................................................................................................................. 36
Table 3: Wire sections and cable lengths for multiwire cables ............................................................................................................... 36
Table 4: Wire sections for J-Bus cables ....................................................................................................................................................... 37
Table 5: Series circuit cable specifications ................................................................................................................................................. 37
Table 6: Pre-installation checklist................................................................................................................................................................ 39
Table 7: Technical Specifications ................................................................................................................................................................. 51
Table 8: Output specifications ..................................................................................................................................................................... 51
Table 9: Supply earthing systems and system voltage (V) ....................................................................................................................... 52
Table 10: Prospective short-circuit current (PSCC) and residual current device (RCD) ....................................................................... 52
Table 11: Ambient conditions ...................................................................................................................................................................... 53
Table 12: Dimensions.................................................................................................................................................................................... 53
Table 13: Mass ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 54
Table 14: Protection devices specifications ............................................................................................................................................... 55
Table 15: Remote control PCB LED functions............................................................................................................................................ 56
Table 16: Remote control PCB jumper settings ........................................................................................................................................ 56

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Table 17: Factory set terminal assignments for remote control connections with multiwire and single J-Bus (Cable Set
4072.30.XXX)................................................................................................................................................................................................... 58
Table 18: Factory set terminal assignments for remote control connections with multiwire dual J-Bus (Cable Set
4072.30.182)................................................................................................................................................................................................... 59

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1.0 Safety

Introduction to Safety
This section contains general safety instructions for installing and using ADB SAFEGATE equipment. Some safety instructions
may not apply to the equipment in this manual. Task- and equipment-specific warnings are included in other sections of this
manual where appropriate.

1.1 Safety Messages

HAZARD Icons used in this manual

For all HAZARD symbols in use, see the Safety section. All symbols must comply with ISO and ANSI standards.
Carefully read and observe all safety instructions in this manual, which alert you to safety hazards and conditions that may
result in personal injury, death or property and equipment damage and are accompanied by the symbols shown below.
WARNING
Failure to observe a warning may result in personal injury, death or equipment damage.

DANGER – Risk of electrical shock or ARC FLASH

Disconnect equipment from line voltage. Failure to observe this warning may result in personal injury, death, or
equipment damage. ARC Flash may cause blindness, severe burns or death.

WARNING – Wear personal protective equipment

Failure to observe may result in serious injury.

WARNING – Do not touch

Failure to observe this warning may result in personal injury, death, or equipment damage.

CAUTION
Failure to observe a caution may result in equipment damage.

ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICES

This equipment may contain electrostatic devices.

Qualified Personnel
Important Information
The term qualified personnel is defined here as individuals who thoroughly understand the equipment and its
safe operation, maintenance and repair. Qualified personnel are physically capable of performing the required
tasks, familiar with all relevant safety rules and regulations and have been trained to safely install, operate,
maintain and repair the equipment. It is the responsibility of the company operating this equipment to ensure
that its personnel meet these requirements.
Always use required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safe electrical work practice.

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1.1.1 Introduction to Safety

CAUTION
Unsafe Equipment Use
This equipment may contain electrostatic devices, hazardous voltages and sharp edges on components

• Read installation instructions in their entirety before starting installation.

• Become familiar with the general safety instructions in this section of the manual before installing,
operating, maintaining or repairing this equipment.
• Read and carefully follow the instructions throughout this manual for performing specific tasks and
working with specific equipment.
• Make this manual available to personnel installing, operating, maintaining or repairing this
equipment.
• Follow all applicable safety procedures required by your company, industry standards and
government or other regulatory agencies.
• Install all electrical connections to local code.
• Use only electrical wire of sufficient gauge and insulation to handle the rated current demand. All
wiring must meet local codes.
• Route electrical wiring along a protected path. Make sure they will not be damaged by moving
equipment.
• Protect components from damage, wear, and harsh environment conditions.
• Allow ample room for maintenance, panel accessibility, and cover removal.
• Protect equipment with safety devices as specified by applicable safety regulations
• If safety devices must be removed for installation, install them immediately after the work is
completed and check them for proper functioning prior to returning power to the circuit.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injury, death or equipment damage

Additional Reference Materials

Important Information
▪ IEC – International Standards and Conformity Assessment for all electrical, electronic and related
technologies.
▪ IEC 60364 – Electrical Installations in Buildings.
▪ CSA – C22.2 No.180:13 (R2018), series isolating transformers for airport lighting.
▪ FAA Advisory: AC 150/5340-26 (current edition), Maintenance of Airport Visual Aid Facilities.
▪ Maintenance personnel must refer to the maintenance procedure described in the ICAO Airport Services
Manual, Part 9.
▪ ANSI/NFPA 79, Electrical Standards for Metalworking Machine Tools.
▪ National and local electrical codes and standards.

1.1.2 Intended Use

CAUTION
Use this equipment as intended by the manufacturer
This equipment is designed to perform a specific function, do not use this equipment for other
purposes

• Using this equipment in ways other than described in this manual may result in personal injury,
death or property and equipment damage. Use this equipment only as described in this manual.

Failure to follow this instruction can result in serious injury or equipment damage

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1.1.3 Material Handling Precautions : Storage

CAUTION
Improper Storage
Store this equipment properly

• If equipment is to be stored prior to installation, it must be protected from the weather and kept
free of condensation and dust.

Failure to follow this instruction can result in equipment damage

1.1.4 Operation Safety

CAUTION
Improper Operation
Do Not Operate this equipment other than as specified by the manufacturer

• Only qualified personnel, physically capable of operating the equipment and with no impairments in
their judgment or reaction times, should operate this equipment.
• Read all system component manuals before operating this equipment. A thorough understanding of
system components and their operation will help you operate the system safely and efficiently.
• Before starting this equipment, check all safety interlocks, fire-detection systems, and protective
devices such as panels and covers. Make sure all devices are fully functional. Do not operate the
system if these devices are not working properly. Do not deactivate or bypass automatic safety
interlocks or locked-out electrical disconnects or pneumatic valves.
• Protect equipment with safety devices as specified by applicable safety regulations.
• If safety devices must be removed for installation, install them immediately after the work is
completed and check them for proper functioning.
• Route electrical wiring along a protected path. Make sure they will not be damaged by moving
equipment.
• Never operate equipment with a known malfunction.
• Do not attempt to operate or service electrical equipment if standing water is present.
• Use this equipment only in the environments for which it is rated. Do not operate this equipment in
humid, flammable, or explosive environments unless it has been rated for safe operation in these
environments.
• Never touch exposed electrical connections on equipment while the power is ON.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injury, death or equipment damage.

1.1.5 Maintenance Safety

DANGER
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
THIS EQUIPMENT MAY CONTAIN ELECTROSTATIC DEVICES

• DO NOT OPERATE A SYSTEM THAT CONTAINS MALFUNCTIONING COMPONENTS. IF A COMPONENT

MALFUNCTIONS, TURN THE SYSTEM OFF IMMEDIATELY.
• DISCONNECT AND LOCK OUT ELECTRICAL POWER.
• ALLOW ONLY QUALIFIED PERSONNEL TO MAKE REPAIRS OR REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING
COMPONENTS ACCORDING TO INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN MANUAL.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN DEATH OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE

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1.1.6 Material Handling Precautions, ESD

CAUTION
Electrostatic Sensitive Devices
This equipment may contain electrostatic devices

• Protect from electrostatic discharge.

• Electronic modules and components should be touched only when this is unavoidable e.g.
soldering, replacement.
• Before touching any component of the cabinet you shall bring your body to the same potential as
the cabinet by touching a conductive earthed part of the cabinet.
• Electronic modules or components must not be brought in contact with highly insulating materials
such as plastic sheets, synthetic fiber clothing. They must be laid down on conductive surfaces.
• The tip of the soldering iron must be grounded.
• Electronic modules and components must be stored and transported in conductive packing.

Failure to follow this instruction can result in equipment damage

1.1.7 Touch Current

WARNING
Touch current exceeds 3.5mA AC. The minimum size of the PE conductor shall comply with the local safety regulations for high
PE conductor current equipment.

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2.0 Description
Figure 1: Series cir
circuit
cuit system o
ovver
erview
view

A Input power supply D Equipment

B Manual switch E Output disconnection device (optional)
C Remote control system F Series circuit

The equipment is a microprocessor-controlled Constant Current Regulator with an optional output disconnection device
(circuit selector).

2.1 Intended Use

The equipment is designed to convert an AC sine wave input voltage into an adjusted output current selected in brightness
steps to supply a series AGL circuit.
Any other or additional use will not considered to be in conformity with the purpose.
Do not operate the equipment outside the limits of the specifications or outside the specified ambient conditions.

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2.2 Working Principle

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A Line input. See Line input
B Precharge PCB. See Line input
C Diode bridge and sensing PCB.See IGBT power bridge
D Capacitor bank. See Capacitor bank
E IGBT module and IGBT PCB. See IGBT power bridge
F Output filter. See Output filter
G Main transformer. See Main transformer, all cabinets
H Output measure PCB. See Output measure PCB (EPS422), all cabinets
I Lightning arrestors. See Power output
J Series output connection. See Power output
K CPU PCB. See CPU PCB (EPS479), all cabinets
L HMI. See HMI
M Remote control PCB. See Remote control PCB (EPS495 or EP00047), all cabinets
N Power supply PCB. See Power supply PCB (EPS480), all cabinets

Legend
▪ Red lines: current
▪ Green lines: signal wires connections
▪ Black lines: low voltage connections

Current regulation
The equipment converts the single phase input voltage line into a rectified current and voltage. The equipment then converts
this DC current and voltage into a pure sine wave with a defined power rating.

Main feedback loop

The output measure PCB sends the measured output to the CPU PCB. Depending on the output, the CPU PCB automatically
generates a signal to adjust the regulation.

2.3 Layout of the Equipment Cabinet

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2.3.1 Outside - small cabinet: 2.5 to 15 kVA

A Ventilation grids
B HMI
C Serial communication port
D Manual switch
E Remote control connector
F Series output connection. The illustration shows the SCO
G Output to Series Circuit
H Ethernet connector
I Power supply cable entry

2.3.2 Inside - small cabinet: 2.5 to 15 kVA

Note
The illustrations show the 10 kVA cabinet.

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A Output filter
B CPU PCB
C Main fuses
D Main contactor
E Sensing transformer
F IGBT
G IGBT PCB (EPS477)
H Diode bridge and sensing PCB (EPS476 / EPS507)
I Power supply PCB (EPS480)
J Input filter
K Remote control PCB (EPS495 or EP00047)
L Lightning arrestors
M Output measure PCB (EPS442)
N Input terminals
O Line filter
P Main transformer
Q Power supply transformer

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2.3.3 Outside - big cabinet 20 to 30 kVA

A Ventilation grids
B HMI
C Serial communication port
D Manual switch
E Remote control connector
F Series output connection. The illustration shows the SCO
G Output to Series Circuit
H Ethernet connector
I Power supply cable entry

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2.3.4 Inside - big cabinet 20 to 30 kVa

A Line filter
B Input filter
C Power supply PCB (EPS480)
D Power supply transformer
E CPU PCB (EPS479)
F Sensing PCB (EPS476)
G Diode Bridge
H Main fuses
I Main contactor
J IGBT-PCBs (EPS496)
K IGBTs
L Sensing transformer
M Output filter
N Remote control PCB (EPS495 or EP00047)
O Lightning arrestors
P Output measure PCB (EPS442)
Q Hall sensor
R Input terminals
S Main transformer

2.4 Components
For the exact location and connectors see Layout of the Equipment Cabinet and the electrical scheme. You can find the
electrical scheme attached on the outside of the equipment.

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2.4.1 Line input

Figure 2: Input terminal, all cabinets

The input terminal connects the power input cables to the equipment.

Figure 3: Line filter

filter,, all cabinets

The line filter blocks the noise the equipment generates to the line input and filters out voltage pulses from the input voltage.

Figure 4: Manual switch, all cabinets

The manual switch is a magneto-thermal switch that connects the mains power supply to the equipment. You can manually
set the switch to the ON or OFF position.

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Figure 5: Main fuses, small cabinet

The main fuses disconnect the equipment from the mains power supply if the input current is above a given value.

Figure 6: Main fuses, big cabinet

The main fuses disconnect the equipment from the mains power supply if the input current is above a given value.

Figure 7: Main contact

contactor
or,, small cabinet

The main contactor allows the power supply PCB to automatically interrupt the power.

Figure 8: Main contact

contactor
or,, big cabinet

The main contactor allows the power supply PCB to automatically interrupt the power.

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Figure 9: Pr
Prechar
echarge
ge contact
contactor
or,, small cabinet

The precharge contactor allows a smooth charge of the capacitors on the capacitor bank.

Figure 10: Pr
Prechar
echarge
ge contact
contactor
or,, big cabinet

The precharge contactor allows a smooth charge of the capacitors on the capacitor bank.

Figure 11: Pr
Prechar
echarge
ge PCB (EPS456), all cabinets

The resistors on the precharge PCB limit the current for the precharge of the capacitor bank.

Figure 12: Sensing tr

transformer
ansformer,, all cabinets

The sensing transformer measures the difference in the input voltage level between phases L1 and L2.

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Figure 13: Power supply tr
transformer
ansformer,, all cabinets

The power supply transformer:

▪ Measures the input voltage level between phases L2 and L3.
▪ Provides the correct current and voltage to power all the electronic components such as PCBs and to power the fans
(for 15 to 30kVA equipment).

2.4.2 IGBT power bridge

Figure 14: Diode bridge + sensing PCB (EPS540 / EPS541), small cabinet

The diode bridge converts the AC line input to a rectified current and voltage.

Note
The sensing PCB measures the AC input line.

Note
In the small cabinet, the sensing PCB and the diode bridge are combined into one part.

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Figure 15: Sensing PCB (EPS497), big cabinet

Note
The sensing PCB measures the AC input line and controls the diode bridge.

Note
In the big cabinet, the sensing PCB and the diode bridge are separate parts.

Figure 16: Diode bridge, big cabinet

The diode bridge converts the AC line input to a rectified current and voltage.

Note
In the big cabinet, the sensing PCB and the diode bridge are separate parts.

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IGBTT, all cabinets

An IGBT controls a high power via a low power electronic signal.

The IGBT can switch at high frequency.
Two IGBTs are installed together in one housing.
The system uses four IGBTs connected as an H-bridge to make an AC-signal.

Figure 18: IGB

IGBTT PCB (EPS477 /EPS496 /EPS 478), all cabinets

The IGBT PCB measures the output signal from the IGBT H-bridge.

2.4.3 Capacitor bank

The capacitor bank smoothens the DC current and voltage to make a constant DC current and voltage.

Figure 19: Capacit

Capacitor
or bank, small cabinet

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Figure 20: Capacit

Capacitor
or bank, big cabinet

2.4.4 Hall sensor, big cabinet

Figure 21: Hall sensor
sensor,, big cabinet

The Hall sensor measures the current between the IGBT and the output filter.

2.4.5 Output filter

Figure 22: Output filter
filter,, small cabinet

The output filter is a Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) filter that builds the pure sine wave signal that comes from the H-bridge.

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Figure 23: Output filter
filter,, big cabinet

The output filter is a Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) filter that builds the pure sine wave signal that comes from the H-bridge.

2.4.6 Main transformer, all cabinets

The main transformer converts the pure sine wave to the correct output voltage and current.

2.4.7 Output measure PCB (EPS422), all cabinets

The output measure PCB measures the output voltage and current and sends these measurements to the CPU PCB.
The EFD (See Earth Fault Detection (EFD) ) and LFD (See Lamp Fault Detection (LFD)) logic is also located on the output
measure PCB.

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2.4.8 Power output

Lightning arrestors, all cabinets

▪ The lightning arrestors are installed on the power output. The lightning arrestors are varistors.
▪ A varistor is a surge protection device that is connected directly across the AC output.

Connection to the series circuit

▪ There are mutual exclusive options possible. See Options.

2.4.8.1 CPU PCB (EPS479), all cabinets

The CPU PCB:

▪ Receives the measurement data of the output current and voltage from the output measure PCB via an optical fibre and
compares these values with the required values. A software algorithm processes this data to adjust the signals from the
output filters.
▪ Receives and processes input signals from the HMI and the remote control PCB.

2.4.8.2 Remote control PCB (EPS495 or EP00047), all cabinets

Note
Until 2022, the VIS was delivered with the EPS495 board as the remote control PCB. Since 2022, the VIS has been delivered with
the EP00047, and the EP00051 as an add-on board when Multiwire is required. The functionalities of these boards are
equivalent in most cases, with the exception of the most demanding recent ALCMS systems with a redundant bus. For VIS units
equipped with the EPS495, there are options to transition to the EP00047 (and the EP00051 add-on if needed) when required.
Please contact your ADB Safegate representative for more details if needed.

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The equipment can be monitored or controlled remotely with J-Bus (2-wire RS485), multiwire or ethernet. This remote control
allows the remote control system to:
▪ Receive information about the equipment.
▪ Configure the brightness steps.
▪ Test the equipment.
The remote control PCB connects the equipment to the remote control system. The internal connection between the remote
control PCB and the CPU PCB goes through an optical fibre.

Note
For EPS495, remote control through an ethernet connection requires an additional PCB. See Ethernet PCB (EPS542), all
cabinets.

Note
For EP00047, Multiwire support requires an add-on PCB, EP00051.

2.4.8.3 Power supply PCB (EPS480), all cabinets

The power supply PCB provides the power supply for:

▪ All electronic components such as PCBs of the equipment
▪ The fans (for 15 to 30 kVA equipments)
▪ The control for the main contactor
The power supply PCB also manages the safety switches on the panels.

2.4.8.4 Lamp Fault Detection (LFD)

The equipment analyses the output current and the voltage pattern to calculate, on a linear load, the number of open
circuited lamps, in compliance with IEC 61822:2009.
The accuracy is ± 1 lamp with a range from 1 to 15 broken lamps.

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The HMI shows the actual LFD value.

2.4.8.5 Earth Fault Detection (EFD)

The EFD measures the insulation resistance between the series circuit and the earth in compliance with IEC 61822:2009.
The EFD module works when the equipment is connected to the mains supply, even if no output current is present.
You can set two alarm levels, Level 1 and Level 2, for the measured values. Both alarm levels can be set to any value between
5 kOhm and 500 MOhm. However, Level 1 must always be higher than Level 2.
Working principle: A high-voltage resistor applies a stable, current-limited voltage of 450 VDC between the series circuit and
the earth or cable screen.
The HMI shows the actual EFD value.

Note
EFD measurement is done through a DC voltage with a positive voltage applied on to the series circuit and the 0 (zero) to the
earth.

2.4.8.6 Ventilation
The equipment has air ventilation grids for air inlet and air outlet. The air circulation cools the equipment. For 15 to 30 kVA
equipments, additional fans cool the equipment.

2.5 Options

2.5.1 Remote control

Note
Until 2022, the VIS was delivered with the EPS495 board as the remote control PCB. Since 2022, the VIS has been delivered with
the EP00047, and the EP00051 as an add-on board when Multiwire is required. The functionalities of these boards are
equivalent in most cases, with the exception of the most demanding recent ALCMS systems with a redundant bus. For VIS units
equipped with the EPS495, there are options to transition to the EP00047 (and the EP00051 add-on if needed) when required.
Please contact your ADB Safegate representative for more details if needed.

The following remote control connections are possible:

▪ Ethernet (Ethernet PCB required for EPS495)
▪ Single
▪ Double
▪ J-Bus
▪ Single
▪ Double
▪ Multiwire with 8 input signals and 17 output signals, always possible to monitor via single J-Bus. For CRE units equipped
with EP00047, the add-on board EP00051 is also required.

2.5.2 Ethernet PCB (EPS542), all cabinets

Note
This applies to CRE units equipped with EPS495.

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The ethernet PCB converts the ethernet to an RS-485 signal. This PCB is required for EPS495 if you need to remotely operate
the equipment through an ethernet connection.
The illustration shows a double ethernet connection.

2.5.3 Circuit selector (CS)

With a CS you can connect several (up to eight) series circuits to a single equipment.
The CS has two modes:
▪ Simultaneous: the equipment can connect to a number of the available circuits at the same time
▪ Alternate: the equipment can connect to only one circuit at a time

2.5.4 Lightning arrestors (option CS)

Note
This item is installed on the CS when the CS option is chosen.

The additional lightning arrestors for the CS are installed on the power output. The lightning arrestors are varistors.
A varistor is a surge protection device that is connected directly across the AC output.

2.5.5 Interface PCB (PCB1702) (option CS)

Note
This item is installed on the CS when the CS option is chosen.

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The interface PCB is the remote control interface PCB of the equipment, if the equipment has a CS.

2.5.6 CS PCB (PCB1619) (option CS)

Note
This item is installed on the CS when the CS option is chosen.

The CS PCBs drive the CS relays through CANbus and measure the current after the relay with a current sensor. (see Current
sensor (option CS)).

2.5.7 HMI SIN PCB (PCB1703) (option CS)

Note
This item is installed on the CS when the CS option is chosen.

The HMI SIN BCB provides the indication of the state of the different series circuits (selected or not selected).

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2.5.8 Remote control SIN PCB (PCB1694) (option CS)

Note
This item is installed on the CS when the CS option is chosen.

The remote control SIN PCB is the interface between the CPU PCB and the interface PCB

2.5.9 CS relay (option CS)

Note
This item is installed on the CS when the CS option is chosen.

The CS relays switch on or off its designated series circuit.

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2.5.10 Current sensor (option CS)

Note
This item is installed on the CS when the CS option is chosen.

The current sensors sense current running through the series circuits.

2.5.11 Series Connector Box (SCB), all cabinets

The SCB connects the equipment to the series circuit with two medium voltage cables of the primary circuit. The SCB does not
allow the short circuit connection.

2.5.12 Series CutOut (SCO), all cabinets

The SCO acts as an output disconnection device between the equipment and the series circuit. The SCO also isolates the
series circuit from the equipment during maintenance or testing operations. The cover is locked with a key to prevent
unauthorized access.

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2.5.13 Rolling castors
The equipment can be supplied with two fixed and two pivoting rolling castors to facilitate the movement of the equipment.
The option is not available for stackable equipments or for an equipment with a CS.

2.6 HMI
You can operate the equipment with the HMI.

2.7 HMI of an equipment with CS (option CS)

You can operate the equipment with the HMI.

2.8 Nameplate
Each equipment has a standard nameplate:

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3.0 Inspection, Transportation and Storage

3.1 Inspect equipment on delivery

Each equipment comes in a crate.
1. Check that the crate is not damaged.

2. In case of damage, inform the carrier immediately.

3. Unpack the crates. See Transport and Unpack the Crate.

4. Check if the equipment corresponds to your order.

5. Check the equipment for damage.

6. In case of damage or if the equipment does not correspond to your order, inform the carrier immediately.

3.2 Transport and Unpack the Crate

Observe the following caution while transporting the crate:

CAUTION
▪ The maximum weight of the equipment is approximately 500 kg.
▪ Keep the crate in a vertical position at all times.
▪ Do not let the crate tilt or fall.
▪ The center of gravity of the crate is not the same as the physical center of the crate.

Unpack at Installation Area

1. Make sure that the crate is at the installation area.
2. Remove the cover and side panels of the crate.

3.3 Transport Unpacked Equipment

Transport equipment with lifting lugs

You can lift all equipment configurations when you take into account these rules:
▪ Always use the lifting lugs (option) and adequate hoisting cables to lift the load. If required, remove the side panels from
the equipment before you lift it.
▪ Do not let the load swing without control.
▪ Install the top panel (roof) of the equipment.
▪ Use the correct type of eye bolt. Suppliers of eye bolts provide data on configurations and maximum allowed load for
different types of eye bolts. Use a rotation eye bolt to cover all applications with the same type of eye bolt.

Note
Contact ADB Safegate for the correct eye bolt type.

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Prepare

1. Remove the bolts (A).

2. Install the lifting lugs (B).

Transport

1. Secure a chain or a rope (A) to the lifting lugs.

2. Slightly lift the equipment. The cables tighten.
3. Carefully move the equipment to the applicable location.

Transport - small and big cabinet with wheels

Push the equipment to the applicable location.

WARNING
Make sure that the ground surface is flat and horizontal.

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Make sure to do the following regarding storage:

▪ Do not the store the equipment for a prolonged period in its packaging.
▪ Store the equipment in an environment that complies with the environmental conditions defined for its use in the
environmental conditions under the Technical Data section.
▪ Inspect the equipment regularly.
Do the following after a long storage period:
▪ Clean the equipment, if necessary.
▪ Remove the oxidation layer from the electrical contact before connection, if necessary.

NOTICE
For long term storage, it is recommended to keep the equipment in a dry (<60% humidity) and moderate temperature area
(15−30°C ambient temperature).

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4.0 Pre-Installation

4.1 How to pre-install - general procedure

1. Prepare the substation for the equipment. See Prepare Substation.

2. Prepare the lightning protection. See Prepare lightning protection.

3. Plan a power supply for each equipment. See Install power supply.

4. Plan the cables and the lay-out of the cables. See Plan cables and lay-out of cables.

4.2 Prepare Substation

WARNING
Make sure that the supply voltage of the equipment is in accordance with the local supply voltage.

1. Make sure that the substation complies with the general substation specifications. See Substation specifications.
2. Make sure that sufficient heat dissipation is present. See Provide heat dissipation.
3. Make sure that sufficient ventilation is present. See Ventilation.
4. Make sure that the substation layout meets the minimum clearance specifications. See Substation Layout.
5. Install an external fuse. See External fuse.
6. Make sure that the circuit breakers are of the correct type. See Circuit breakers.
7. Install the separate disconnection devices. See Disconnection devices.

Substation specifications
For details on the substation specifications below, see ICAO Aerodome Design Manual, Part 5 Electrical Systems, DOC
9157-AN/901.
Item Description

Vault lighting Well illuminated for used day and night. Follow the local regulations

Shelter ▪ Clean and dry

▪ Lockable
▪ Fireproof
▪ Separate construction with reinforced concrete floors and walls
▪ Adequate drainage above ground level
▪ Sufficient room and lighting for personnel to do maintenance work

Location ▪ Reasonable distance from the control tower

▪ Leaves limitation surfaces free
▪ Vehicular access in all weather conditions
▪ Minimum interference with aircraft traffic

Ventilation Install forced ventilation

Electrical connections ▪ Sufficient number of conduits and cable entrance accesses

▪ Sufficient power to supply all equipments
▪ Access to the required power supply, remote control and series circuit cabling
▪ Ground network
▪ External fuse and an electrical distribution cabinet
▪ Disconnection devices for the input and output current

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4.2.1 Provide heat dissipation

The equipment meets the FAA AC150/5345-10F standard for equipment efficiency.

Table 1: Indicative values for heat dissipation

Equipment [kVA] Heat dissipation [W]
2.5 250
4 400
5 500
7 750
10 900
15 1200
20 1400
25 1750
30 1800

Make sure that the heat dissipation efficiency is better than 90% for an equipment less than 30kVA and at least 92% for a
30kVA equipment.

Note
The necessary heat dissipation also depends on the input voltage range and on the ambient conditions.

4.2.2 Ventilation

CAUTION
If there is not enough air-flow, the components of the equipment become too hot.

Make sure that you do not block the ventilation grids (A) of the equipment.

A A

External fuse
Install the external fuse in the distribution panel with at least one rating higher than the manual switch (see Protection
Devices) for fuses type gG or aM.

Circuit breakers
1. If you use circuit breakers, make sure they are of the type D, or an equivalent type. This means that the magnetic trip
current must be from 10 up to 14 times higher than the nominal current.
2. If you install more than one circuit breaker close to each other, make sure that you take into account the thermal
derating to maintain the selectivity.

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Disconnection devices
Install a separate disconnection device for the input and output power, according to these standards:
▪ FAA: AC 150/5345-10F and L829
▪ IEC: IEC 61822

Install power supply

1. Install a power supply for each equipment.
2. Make sure the protection devices are correct. See also External fuse, Circuit breakers and Disconnection devices

4.3 Prepare lightning protection

1. Examine the need for additional lightning protection.
2. If you need additional lightning protection, contact ADB Safegate to supply lightning diverters in accordance with IEC
61822.

4.4 Install power supply

1. Install a power supply for each equipment.
2. Make sure the protection devices are correct. See also External fuse , Circuit breakers, and Disconnection devices.

4.5 Plan cables and lay-out of cables

1. Plan the routing of the cables so that the power cables and remote control cables are separated from each other.
2. Plan the cable slack. See Plan the cable slack, big and small cabinet.
3. Plan the power supply cables and earthing cables. See Power supply cables and earthing cables.
4. Plan the cables to the remote control interface (option). See Plan cables to remote control interface.
5. Plan the cables for the series circuit. See Table 5.

Plan the cable slack, big and small cabinet

Required cable slack from the bottom to the top of the cabinet:
▪ X: maximum 1000 mm for the input power supply.
▪ Y: maximum 1000 mm for the output power supply.
▪ Z: maximum 1500 mm for the remote control cables.

Z Z
Y Y
X X

Power supply cables and earthing cables

Make sure that you plan power supply and earthing cables that comply with table 3-B in IEC 6095-1 latest edition.

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4.5.1 Plan cables to remote control interface

WARNING
Only earth the remote control cable at one end, preferably at the equipment side.

Multiwire cables (option)

1. Plan screened cables with the screen connected to the ground at only one end.
2. Plan the signal wires. See also the remote control scheme in Multiwire / J-Bus connection scheme
▪ Plan one paired wire for the signal and the other wire of that pair as a return. Bundle all returns to the same
terminal to minimize the voltage drop.
▪ Do not combine the remote control and back-indication signals in one cable, except when these signals do not
require more than low-level isolation. The latter is the case if the remote control and back-indication signals use
one common energy source.
3. Calculate the wire sections. Take into account these items:
▪ The tolerances of the power supply.
▪ The maximum permitted voltage drop on the line. This is the minimum available power supply voltage minus the
minimum required voltage for the load. The coils of the relays have a resistance of 1700 Ohm.
▪ The typical resistance.
▪ The required load current in each line.
▪ The number of signals that may exist at the same time.

Table 2: Recommended multiwire cables

Type Number of conductors Diameter [mm]

JE-LiYCY with armouring type R, B, Q or Z number of signals + return(s) 0.5

TWAVB number of signals + return(s) 0.8

Table 3: Wire sections and cable lengths for multiwire cables

Diameter [mm] Typical resistance at Power supply Maximum cable length Maximum cable length 24 V
55 °C [Ohm/m] tolerance [%] 48 V DC [km] DC [km]

0.5 0.1 -5 3 0.65

-10 1.7 -

0.8 0.04 -5 7.5 1.5

-10 4 -

J-Bus cables (option)

Ideally, the maximum length of a J-Bus cable is 1200 m.

CAUTION
Do not mix J-bus A and J-bus B signals in one pair.

1. For a Tx+/Tx- and Rx+/Rx- connection, plan a twisted-pairs cable.

2. Provide screened (armoured) data cable according to the selected protocol:
▪ RS485 (2 wire communication).
▪ One cable for a single J-bus, two cables for a dual J-Bus.

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Table 4: Wire sections for J-Bus cables
Cable type Number of wires Diameter [mm]

JE-LiYCY (with armouring type R, B, Q or Z) 2 or 3 pairs twisted 0.5

TWAVB 4 or 6 x 0.8mm (0 V wire) 0.8

Ethernet cables (option)

Use an FTP CAT 5e patchcable to limit the electromagnetic interference. You can use also a higher cable standard.

Cables for series circuit

Make sure that the cables meet the specifications. See the table below.

Table 5: Series circuit cable specifications

Type Description
Conductor Stranded, copper
single-conductor
with a 6 or 8.3
mm2 cross-
section
Insulation Cross-linked
polyethylene,
ethylene-
propylene-
rubber, or buna-
rubber.
Jacket Chlorosulfonated
polyethylene,
polyvinyl
chloride,
polyethylene, or
heavy duty
neoprene
jacketed.
Shield type Metal-tape
shielding
between the
insulation and
the jacket or
between the
jacket and a non-
metallic
covering.

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WARNING
Always wear protective gloves and shoes when you do work on the equipment or the series circuit.

WARNING
Make sure that the power is OFF when you install the equipment.

Main installation procedure

1. Examine the pre-installation. See Check pre-installation.
2. Examine the required tools. See Required tools and equipment.
3. Transport the cabinet to the correct location and unpack the equipment. See Transport and Unpack the Crate.
4. Examine the equipment. See Inspect equipment on delivery.
5. Remove the lower rear panel. See Remove lower rear panel, big and small cabinet.
6. Install the electrical connections:
▪ Switch off the power supply. See Switch OFF the power supply
▪ Install additional earthing. See Install additional earthing, big and small cabinet.
▪ Connect the power input supply. See ,Connect power input supply, big and small cabinet.
▪ Connect the output to the series circuit. See Connect Output to Series Circuit.
7. Install the remote control connections. See Connect Remote Control Cables.
8. Install the panels. See Install Lower Rear Panel.

Check pre-installation

Table 6: Pre-installation checklist

Checked Item

The substation meets the general requirements

The cables have been installed according to an applicable layout

All the cables have enough slack to connect to the equipment

All the cables meet the specifications

For each equipment there is a power supply cable available

For each equipment there is a remote control cable available

For each equipment there is a series circuit cable available

5.1 Required tools and equipment

Required safety items

▪ Protective gloves
▪ Protective shoes

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Required meters
▪ True RMS Multimeter
▪ Isolating measurement transformer

CAUTION
The output voltage of the 30 kVA / 6.6 A equipment can reach approximately 4600 V at full load

▪ Insulation tester "Megger" 5000 V and 10000 V

▪ AC True RMS measurement device (follow ICAO part 5 § 3.9.4.7)

CAUTION
The current regulation is +/- 1%. To make an acceptable readjustment of the output current, the precision of the meter
should be better than 0.5% for the adjusted value.

Required tools
A standard electrical and mechanical tool kit

Required cables
▪ Remote control cable N x 0.8 mm diameter (between the equipment and the control panel) Remote control cable N x
0.8 mm diameter (between the equipment and the control panel)
▪ Earthing wire
▪ Input supply cable
▪ Series circuit cable

5.2 Inspection
1. Carry out a general inspection. See Inspect equipment on delivery.
2. Examine if the inner side of the equipment is not damaged.
3. Examine the transformers for displacement or bending.
4. If you see damage, displacement or bending, tell the carrier immediately.

5.3 Remove lower rear panel, big and small cabinet

The panels of the equipment can be removed for installation or maintenance procedures.

WARNING
▪ Do not operate the equipment with any of the panels removed.
▪ Do not mix panels from different equipment.
▪ Always connect the earthing wire before you install the panels.

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Removve panel

1. Set the manual switch to the OFF position.

2. Remove the screws (A) from the bottom to the top.

WARNING
The panels are heavy. Also, the momentum of the panel can cause damage to the panel and the screws if you remove
the top screws first.

3. Carefully remove the panel (B).

CAUTION
Do not damage cables and/or connectors.

4. Disconnect the green/yellow earthing wires. The wires have a fast-on connector.

Figure 25: Disconnect wir

wires
es

5.4 Switch OFF the power supply

1. Set the manual switch (A) to the OFF position.
2. Open the main switch on the main distribution board.
3. Disconnect the equipment from the series circuit.

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5.5 Install additional earthing, big and small cabinet

Note
The procedure is not applicable when the equipment has a CS.

1. Connect an earthing wire to the M8 earthing screw (A). Use an earthing wire with a cross-section of at least 10 mm². The
wire must be as short as possible.

WARNING
Earth the cabinet correctly. The equipment can create ground return currents up to 3.5 mA. Also when the equipment is
not connected to the load, the equipment can create lethal ground currents.

2. Connect the earthing wire to the earthing network of the substation.

5.6 Connect power input supply

The connection is based on screw terminals.

Strip the cables

▪ Strip the input power supply cables.
▪ 208-230V input
▪ up to 15 kVA: 16 mm
▪ from 15 to 30 kVA: 18 mm
▪ 380-400V input
▪ up to 15 kVA: 16 mm
▪ from 15 to 30 kVA: 18 mm

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1. Pull the cables through the opening in the rear panel (A).
2. Connect the input supply cables to the terminals (B).
3. Connect the earthing wire to the terminal (C).

B
C

Connect - 2
Connect the earthing wire to the earthing network (A) of the substation.

5.7 Connect Output to Series Circuit

CAUTION
If the series circuit cable is screened, connect the screen to an earthing network either inside or outside the equipment.

The procedures show how to connect the integrated output connections:

▪ With SCB (option). See Connect Output to Series Circuit with SCB.
▪ With SCO (option). See Connect Output to Series Circuit with SCO.
If the output connection is not integrated in the equipment, see the dedicated installation manuals:
▪ AGLAS Master
▪ External SCO

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5.7.1 Connect Output to Series Circuit with SCB

Strip cables
Strip the series circuit cables at the end.
▪ A: unscreened cables
▪ X: 16 mm
▪ ø Y: less than or equal to 18 mm
▪ B: screened cables
▪ X: 16 mm
▪ ø Y: less than or equal to 18 mm
▪ U: 11 mm
▪ Z: 77 mm

A B

Y Y

U
X Z
X

Remove the box panel

B
A

1. Loosen the screws (A).

2. Remove the box panel (B).

Connect
1. Loosen the screws (B) of the cable guide (A).
2. Loosen the screws (D) of the stress-relief clamps (C)
3. Lead the series circuit cables (E) through the cable guide and through the stress-relief clamps.
4. Loosen the screws (F).
5. Install the series circuit cables.
6. Tighten the screws (B), (D) and (E).

Finish
Install the box panel.

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Remove cover
Remove the cover (A) of the SCO.

Strip cables

A B

Y Y

U
X Z
X

1. Strip the series circuit cables at the end.

▪ A: unscreened cables
▪ Strip the series circuit cables at the end.
▪ X: 14 mm
▪ ø Y: less than or equal to 12 mm
▪ B: screened cables
▪ X: 16 mm
▪ U: 10 mm
▪ Z: 43 mm

Installation - Connect

D
C
E
B
A

1. Loosen the screws (A) of the cable guide (B).

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2. Loosen the screws (C) of the stress-relief clamps (D).

3. Lead the series circuit cables (E) through the cable guide and through the stress-relief clamps.
4. Loosen the screws (F).
5. Install the series circuit cables.
6. Tighten the screws (A), (C) and (E).

5.8 Connect Remote Control Cables

Connect multiwire or J-Bus (option)

Note
If the terminal blocks are not located on the correct sides, the remote control does not work.

A B A

To disassemble the connector:

1. Remove the screws (A).
2. Note the correct side for each terminal block (B).
3. Remove the terminal blocks (B).

Connect - 1

D
C
A

1. Put the remote control wire (A) through the connector (B).
2. Strip the signal wires (C) approximately 100 mm.
3. Connect the signal wires to the terminal blocks. For the connection scheme, see Multiwire / J-Bus connection scheme.
4. Connect the earthing wire (D) to the earthing connector (E).

Connect - 2
1. Install the terminal blocks to the connector.

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3. Examine if the numbers on the connector correspond with the numbers on the female side on the receiver of the
remote connector.
4. Install the connector to the equipment.
5. Close the clamps of the connector.

Connect ethernet cable(s) (option)

Install the connector(s) to the ethernet connection(s).

5.9 Install Lower Rear Panel

Connect the earthing wire and install the lower rear panel. See Remove lower rear panel, big and small cabinet.

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Figure 26: VIS Wiring Diagr
Diagram
am

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Table 7: Technical Specifications

Rated input voltage [V] 400 V AC (± 10%) single phase

Rated frequencies [Hz] 50 or 60

Current regulation limits Current regulation is guaranteed under the following conditions (± 0.1 A):
▪ Under IEC 61822:2009 environmental conditions
▪ For nominal input voltage under IEC or FAA standard conditions
▪ From full load to short circuit

Current regulation modes Two preset regulation modes:

▪ normal mode (for linear loads)
▪ inductive mode (for non-linear loads (e.g. LED loads)

Average efficiency at full load 92 to 94% depending on the size of the equipment, under nominal resistive load, nominal output
current, and nominal input voltage

Power factor at output The power factor exceeds the IEC and FAA requirements. The power factor at rated load is close
to 1 and is kept at a high level for possible operational conditions

Brightness steps 5 standard, 8 maximum, fully adjustable in 65k levels (1mA resolution)

Output current [A] 6.6

Remote control and ▪ Multiwire:

monitoring ▪ Compatible voltage: for units without circuit selector; 24 VDC for units with circuit
selector
▪ Internal power supply: 48 VDC for units without circuit selector; 24 VDC for units with
circuit selector
▪ Single or dual J-Bus protocol over RS485/RS422
▪ Single or dual J-Bus protocol over Ethernet IEEE 802.3

Regulation response time ▪ Less than 0.5 seconds

▪ Exceeds the requirements of IEC 61822:2009

Open circuit output voltage Less than 1.2 times the nominal output voltage (RMS)
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IP2X (according to IEC60529 and required by IEC61822)
Enclosure protection Object falling protection: Protected from objects falling vertically or at up to 5° from vertical (per
IEC 62477-1)

Table 8: Output specifications

Type Rated output power RMS output voltage at 6.6 A Insulated test on Output overvoltage protection
2
[kW] RMS output current [kV] output [kV] 25kApk

VIS
2.5 0.38 3 0.75 kVRMS, 1.4 kJ
2.5

VIS 4.0 4.0 0.60 5 1.5 kVRMS, 2.8 kJ

VIS 5.0 5.0 0.75 5 1.5 kVRMS, 2.8 kJ

VIS 7.5 7.5 1.13 6 2.2 kVRMS, 4.2 kJ

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The product is available with various IP ratings in addition to the standard IP2X, designed to suit diverse operational needs. Please note
that certain options may affect the outline dimensions of the product. For more information or to discuss specific requirements, please
contact your ADB Safegate sales representative. Custom solutions are available upon request.
2
Test condition: 50 Hz sinosoidal wave for 1 minute. The test is done without output overvoltage protections.

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Table 8: Output specifications

Type Rated output power RMS output voltage at 6.6 A Insulated test on Output overvoltage protection
[kW] RMS output current [kV] output [kV] 25kApk

VIS 10 10 1.50 10 2.2 kVRMS, 4.2 kJ

VIS 15 15 2.30 12 3.0 kVRMS, 5.6 kJ

VIS 20 20 3.00 15 4.5 kVRMS, 8.4 kJ

VIS 25 25 3.80 19 5.2 kVRMS, 9-8 kJ

VIS 30 30 4.54 23 6.0 kVRMS, 11.2 kJ

Table 9: Supply earthing systems and system voltage (V)

Supply earthing systems System voltage
TN-S, TN-C, TN-CS, TT (not corner earthed) ≤ 230 V
TN-S, TT (corner earthed) ≤ 400 V
TN-C (middle point earthed) ≤ 200 V
IT (corner or not corner referenced) ≤ 230 V (TOV: 400 V)

Table 10: Prospective short-circuit current (PSCC) and residual current device (RCD)
All power ratings
Max. PSCC 6kA
Min. PSCC 1500 A
RCD type F, B

7.1 Applicable standards

The equipment is in accordance with these standards:
Standard Description

ICAO Aerodrome Design Manual, Part 5 paragraphs 3.2. (current edition)

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FAA AC 150/5345-10 (current edition), L-828 and L-829 except for input voltage

IEC IEC 61822:2009

CENELEC EN 61822

CE certified

7.2 ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

The equipment is designed to operate in an industrial electro-magnetic environment. The regulator complies with IEC
61822:2009, in accordance with IEC 61000-6-4 and IEC 6-6-2 (generic standard for industrial environment). The equipment is,
with adapted test levels, in accordance with IEC/TS61000-6-5, G (substation environment, location G).

7.3 Ambient conditions

The equipment is air-cooled with fans. Thus, the equipment must have a good airflow, especially if they operate near the
maximum temperature. The installation environment shall be rated at maximum Pollution Degree 2 and free of vibrations.

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Temperature From -20 °C up to +50 °C
Storage temperature From -40 °C up to +70°C
Temperature humidity From 10% up to 95% RH without condensation
for long-term storage
Altitude From 0 (sea level) up to 2000 meters
Relative humidity From 10% up to 95% RH without condensation
Relative humidity for < 60%
long-term storage

7.4 Dimensions and mass

Figure 27: The small cabinet (A) and the big cabinet (B)

Table 12: Dimensions

Item A - 2.5 kVA A - 4 to 15 kVA B - 20 to 30 kVA

X [mm] 420 420 520

2
Y [mm] 550 840 840

Z [mm] 1300 1300 1600

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This product is certified and guaranteed to operate within a temperature range of 0°C to 50°C , as defined by IEC 61822:2009, IEC
62477-1, and IEC 61477-2. The product can also function within the temperature range of -20°C to +55°C ensuring that its core
functionalities and behavior remain consistent with the ICAO Manual 5 requirements.
2
Depending on the output power connection (options)

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Table 13: Mass

Type Net mass Crate mass Crate dimensions width x depth x height [mm]

2.5 140 23 1200 x 800 x 1500

4 180 23 1200 x 800 x 1500

5 190 23 1200 x 800 x 1500

7.5 215 23 1200 x 800 x 1500

10 255 23 1200 x 800 x 1500

15 285 23 1200 x 800 x 1500

20 360 40 1200 x 800 x 1850

25 410 40 1200 x 800 x 1850

30 450 40 1200 x 800 x 1850

7.5 Substation
layout, big and small cabinets
Table: 7.8 Clearance specifications

Clearance specification Distance [mm]

Front clearance Approximately 500

Between the rear of the machine and the wall, X Approximately 500

Between two machines (side by side) or between another machine, Minimum 150
Y

If necessary, the distances can be increased for maintenance purposes.

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Table 14: Protection devices specifications
Equipment type Equipment Main fuse rating [A] Manual switch type C rating Maximum line input current
[kVA] voltage [V] [A] [A]

2.5 380 to 400 16 10 5.9

4 16 16 9.4

5 16 16 11.7

7.5 20 20 17.6

10 50 40 23.4

15 50 40 35.2

20 80 80 46.9

25 80 80 58.6

30 100 100 70.3

7.7 Remote Control PCB

Note
Until 2022, the VIS was delivered with the EPS495 board as the remote control PCB. Since 2022, the VIS has been delivered with
the EP00047, and the EP00051 as an add-on board when Multiwire is required. The functionalities of these boards are
equivalent in most cases, with the exception of the most demanding recent ALCMS systems with a redundant bus. For VIS units
equipped with the EPS495, there are options to transition to the EP00047 (and the EP00051 add-on if needed) when required.
Please contact your ADB Safegate representative for more details if needed.

7.7.1 EPS495 (1597.00.300)

Figure 28: Printed Cir
Circuit
cuit Boar
Boardd (PCB)

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7.7.1.1 LEDs
Table 15: Remote control PCB LED functions
LED Color Function

The LED is green when the voltage of the power supply on the PCB is 12 V
LD1 Green
DC

LD2 Green The LED is green when the voltage from the DCDC1, generated on the PCB,
is + 5 V DC insulated

LD3 Green The LED is green when the voltage from the DCDC2, generated on the PCB,
is + 5 V DC insulated

LD4 Red The LED flashes red when the U5 CPU is active

lD5 Red The LED flashes red when the U6 CPU is active

7.7.1.2 Jumper settings

Table 16: Remote control PCB jumper settings
Jumper Position Function

JP2 insert enable TX serial channel 1 termination resistance

JP3 insert enable RX serial channel 1 termination resistance

JP4 insert enable TX serial channel 2 termination resistance

JP5 insert enable RX serial channel 2 termination resistance

JP6 position 1-3 and position 2-4 ethernet channel 1: enable

135
246

position 3-5 and position 4-6 serial channel 1: enable

135
246

JP7 position 1-3 and position 2-4 ethernet channel 2: enable

135
246

position 3-5 and position 4-6 serial channel 2: enable

135
246

J15 position 2-3 serial channel 1: RS485 configuration

321

position 1-2 serial channel 1: RS422 configuration (not used)

321

Jumper Position Function

J16 position 2-3 serial channel 1: RS485 configuration

123

position 1-2 serial channel 1: RS422 configuration (not used)

123

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J19 position 2-3 serial channel 2: RS485 configuration

1
2
3

position 1-2 serial channel 2: RS422 configuration (not used)

1
2
3

J20 position 2-3 serial channel 2: RS485 configuration

1
2
3

position 1-2 serial channel 2: RS422 configuration (not used)

1
2
3

7.7.2 EP00047 and EP00051

Figure 29: Printed Cir
Circuit
cuit Boar
Boardd (PCB)

Bus A Bus B CAN μProc

J22 120 Ohm J32 120 Ohm J3 120 Ohm CAN (1-2) J16 Boot-GND (2-3)
RS485_2_TX+ (1-2) RS485_1_TX+
J26 120 Ohm J36 120 Ohm
RS485_2_RX+ RS485_1_RX+
J25 RS485_2_RX+ J35 RS485_1_RX+
(4w:2-3, 2w:1-2) (4w:2-3)

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Bus A Bus B CAN μProc

J28 RS485_2_RX- (4w:2-3) J38 RS485_1_RX- (4w:2-3)
J14 RS485_2 (3-5, 4-6) J13 RS485_1 (3-5, 4-6)

7.7.3 Multiwire/J-Bus Connection Scheme

Figure 30: Multiwir
Multiwire/J-Bus
e/J-Bus Pin Numbering

Note
The table shows the standard remote control configuration for the signals. If you want another configuration, contact ADB
Safegate.

Table 17:

Factory set terminal assignments for remote control connections with multiwire and single J-Bus (Cable Set 4072.30.XXX)
Function Terminal number on 32-pole connector Relay number on Remote Control PCB
(unless indicated otherwise)

Control signals (fixed)

Step 1 - CMD 1 J1.1

Step 2 - CMD 2 J1.2

Step 3 - CMD 3 J1.3

Step 4 - CMD 4 J1.4

Step 5 - CMD 5 J1.5

ON - CMD 6 J1.6

CCR OFF from HVCS - CMD 26 J1.7

NC NC J1.8
V-OUT 48V 15 J8.1
GND 48V 17 J8.2
CM – FB (general common relay return) 8 J8.3
CM – FB (general common relay return) 7, 18, J6.4 J8.4
24 CRE doorswitch (power input door)
26 CRE doorswitch (power input door)
7

Feedback signals (fixed)

Step 1 9 J5.1

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Factory set terminal assignments for remote control connections with multiwire and single J-Bus (Cable Set 4072.30.XXX)
Function Terminal number on 32-pole connector Relay number on Remote Control PCB
(unless indicated otherwise)

Step 2 10 J5.2

Step 3 11 J5.3

Step 4 12 J5.4

Step 5 13 J5.5

ON (step1,2...5) / OFF (OFF or Standby 19 J5.6

Step0)

Feedback signals (configurable via HMI): the values below are default values, for configuration options (for the options, see the
table that follows)

Disable local/remote (relay 7 for both 14 J5.7 (NC relay)

connections)
28 J5.8 (NO relay)

Open circuit - FB 16 J6.1

Overcurrent - FB 20 J6.2

Bad regulation 22 J6.3

7, 18, J8.4 J6.4 (CM)

LFD alarm (Relay 11) 23 J6.5 (NO relay)

NC NC J6.6

EFD warning - FB 24 J6.7

EFD error - FB 25 J6.8

High temperature alarm - FB 27 J7.1

Short circuit - FB 29 J7.2

Lamp fault warning - FB 21 J7.3

(not used) NC J7.4

J-Bus interface (fixed)

RS485 Bus A GND 30 DB9.3

RS485 Bus A + 31 DB9.1

RS485 Bus A - 32 DB9.2

Table 18: Factory set terminal assignments for remote control connections with multiwire dual J-Bus (Cable Set 4072.30.182)
Function Terminal number on 32-pole Relay number on Remote Control PCB
connector (unless indicated otherwise)

Control signals (fixed)

Step 1 - CMD 1 J1.1

Step 2 - CMD 2 J1.2

Step 3 - CMD 3 J1.3

Step 4 - CMD 4 J1.4

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Table 18: Factory set terminal assignments for remote control connections with multiwire dual J-Bus (Cable Set 4072.30.182)
Function Terminal number on 32-pole Relay number on Remote Control PCB
connector (unless indicated otherwise)

Step 5 - CMD 5 J1.5

ON - CMD 6 J1.6

CCR OFF from HVCS - CMD 7 J1.7

NC 8 J1.8
V-OUT 48V 25 J8.1

GND 48V 9 J8.2

Feedback signals (fixed)

GND - FB 10 J8.3
GND - FB NC J8.4

Step 1 - FB 11 J5.1

Step 2 - FB 12 J5.2

Step 3 - FB 13 J5.3
Step 4 - FB 14 J5.4
Step 5 - FB 15 J5.5

ON (step1,2...5) / OFF (OFF or Standby 16 J5.6

Step 0 - FB)

Feedback signals (configurable via HMI):

Disable local/remote NC NC J5.7 (NC relay)
NC J5.8 (NO relay)

Open circuit - FB 17 J6.1

Overcurrent - FB 18 J6.2

Bad regulation 19 J6.3 (CM)

CM specific return for Relay 11 NC J6.4
LFD alarm (Relay 11) NC J6.5 (NO relay)
NC NC J6.6

EFD warning - FB 20 J6.7

EFD error - FB NC J6.8

High temperature alarm - FB NC J7.1

Short circuit - FB NC J7.2

Lamp fault warning - FB NC J7.3
(not used) NC J7.4

J-Bus interface (fixed)

RS485 Bus B GND 27 DB92.3

RS485 Bus B- 28 DB92.1

RS485 Data B+ 29 DB92.2

RS485 Bus A GND 30 DB9.3

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Table 18: Factory set terminal assignments for remote control connections with multiwire dual J-Bus (Cable Set 4072.30.182)
Function Terminal number on 32-pole Relay number on Remote Control PCB
connector (unless indicated otherwise)

RS485 Data A - 32 DB9.2

RS485 Data A + 31 DB9.1

Figure 31: Multiwir

Multiwiree and J-Bus Connection

A Equipment
B Remote control equipment
C Remote control PCB - input signals
D Remote control connector on the equipment
E Opto coupler
F 48 V DC power supply
G Isoground
H +48 V DC I Rel com
J Remote control PCB - feedback signals
K Relays
L 24 V DC power supply
M J-Bus RS485 connection
N J-Bus RS485 interface

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Appendix A: SUPPORT
Our experienced engineers are available for support and service at all times, 24 hour/7 days a week. They are part of a
dynamic organization making sure the entire ADB SAFEGATE is committed to minimal disturbance for airport operations.

ADB SAFEGATE Support

Technical Support – Global

Customers in Europe, the Middle East, Africa or Asia Pacific are more than welcome to our
portal for technical support. Trained in all areas of system issues, troubleshooting, quality
control and technical assistance, our highly experienced Technical support specialists are
available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to provide assistance over the phone. In the
Americas, we also offer live technical support.
Live Technical Support – Americas
If at any time you have a question or concern about your product, contact ADB SAFEGATE's US-
based technical support specialists, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to assist you
via phone.
ADB SAFEGATE Americas Technical Service & Support (US & Canada) :+1-800-545-4157
ADB SAFEGATE Americas Technical Service & Support (Canada): +1-905-631-1597
ADB SAFEGATE Americas Technical Service & Support (International): +1-614-861-1304
We can also be reached via email during regular business hours:
Airfield and Gate: [email protected]
Gate: [email protected]
We look forward to working with you!
Before You Call
When you have an airfield lighting or system control system problem, prior to calling, please
ensure the following:
▪ Review the product's manual and troubleshooting guide.
▪ Be located with the product ready to troubleshoot.
▪ Have all necessary information available: airport code/company name, customer id
number, contact phone number/email address, product/part number.
▪ Have a True RMS meter available and any other necessary tools.
When calling about an issue with Safedock A-VDGS, we can serve you better if you collect the
following information before you call:
▪ Relevant information regarding the issue you are calling about, such as gate number,
flight number, aircraft type and time of the event.
▪ What, if any, actions have been taken to resolve the issue prior to the call.
▪ If available, provide a CCTV recording of the incident to aid in aligning the information
from the Safedock log file.

Note
For more information, see www.adbsafegate.com, contact ADB SAFEGATE Support via email at [email protected] or
Europe: +32 2 722 17 11
Americas: +1 614 861 1304. Press 3 for technical service or press 4 for sales support.
China: +86 (10) 8476 0106
Middle East and Africa: +971 4 452 7575

A.1 ADB SAFEGATE Website

The ADB SAFEGATE website, www.adbsafegate.com, offers information regarding our airport solutions, products, company,
news, links, downloads, references, contacts and more.

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A.2 Recycling

A.2.1 ADB SAFEGATE Recycling

ADB SAFEGATE is fully committed to environmentally-conscious manufacturing with strict monitoring of our own processes as
well as supplier components and sub-contractor operations. ADB SAFEGATE offers a recycling program for our products to all
customers worldwide, whether or not the products were sold within the EU.
ADB SAFEGATE products and/or specific electrical and electronic component parts which are fully removed/separated from
any customer equipment and returned will be accepted for our recycling program.
All items returned must be clearly labeled as follows:
▪ For RoHS/WEEE Recycling
▪ Sender contact information (Name, Business Address, Phone number).
▪ Main Unit Serial Number.
ADB SAFEGATE will continue to monitor and update according for any future requirements for EU directives as and when EU
member states implement new regulations and or amendments. It is our aim to maintain our compliance plan and assist our
customers.

A.2.1.1 Local Authority Recycling

The disposal of ADB SAFEGATE products is to be made at an applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment. The correct disposal of equipment prevents any potential negative consequences for the environment
and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling. The recycling of materials helps to
conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of products, contact your local authority city office.

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