Control & Monitoring Systems
ALCMS
Airfield Lighting Control and Monitoring System
Compliances:
FAA AC 150/5345-56: L-890
ICAO Annex 14, Vol. 1, Para 8.3
Transport Canada Aerodrome Standards
Applications
Ordering:
The Eaton Crouse-Hinds ALCMS
is ETL Certified at all four levels of
AC 150/5345-56. This provides our
Customers with options ranging
from a basic system with Control
Only to a complete SMGCS system
for low visibility operation.
Contact Eaton Crouse-Hinds Sales Department to discuss our ALCMS system and recieve
a complete quotation that meets the needs of the airport configuration.
The ALCMS is offered with the
following monitioring options:
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Control Only
Basic Monitoring
Advanced Monitoing
SMGCS Ready
The ALCMS has the following
fail-safe options
ƒ Preset State
ƒ Last State
System Overview:
Eaton Crouse -Hinds provides a PC-Based Control System that is configurable to small, medium
and large airfield applications that require control and monitoring of a wide array of airfield
elements. We work with our customers to provide an authentic experience that results in as simple
or as intricate a system as desired. The system is designed to provide command and monitoring
information in real-time, as well as historical information on the status of the airfield lighting.
The communication is a redundant network system that uses two highly reliable independent
communication networks for fast, reliable data transmissions. The sophisticated monitoring
capabilities indicate when system monitored airfield elements are out of compliance. This results
in a high mean time between failures and a system that is easy to maintain and operate. The
ALCMS system can control and monitor stop bars, guard lights, individual lamps, general elements
and signs. The system can also be designed for CAT I, II and III, offering routing capabilities.
Example of a PC Based Control System
Features
ƒ ETL Certified
ƒ Advanced distributed control and
monitoring with a PC based design
to provide an intregrated solution
for airfield lighting requirements.
ƒ Real-time comprehensive data of
the airfield lighting circuits
ƒ Capable of CAT I, II, III Control
and Monitoring
ƒ Single lamp monitoring capability
with Logitrac lamp monitoring
system
ƒ Routing capability with Logitrac
lamp monitoring system
ƒ Failsafe Design
ƒ Flexible and expandable system
design
ƒ Touch-screen Control
ƒ Unique graphic airfield layouts
ƒ Software that is designed to fit
the airports specific needs
ƒ User security access
ƒ Definition and control tools for
maintenance, operations, control
tower and managment
ƒ Network redunancy is available
and is used for fast reliable data
transmission
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ALCMS Components
Ordering Information
Digitrac™ Intergrated Control & Monitoring
The Digitrac™ is a device that is intergrated into the ALCMS
system to control and monitor CCRs, Selector Switches and
General Elements (Generators, Windcones, Beacons, Runway
Visual Range{RVR}).
Each constant current regulator (CCR) and each controllable
element has its own Digitrac™ The Digitrac™ is a microprocessor-based module that includes all communication, command,
monitoring, input/output and fail-safe functions. This distributed
structure simplifies installation, significantly increases reliability
and ease of maintenance. The controllable elements receive the
air traffic controller commands via the communications network,
execute the commands and report back the status of each
controlled element to all control locations.
The system communicates in real time allowing airport personnel to be aware of the status of the lights on the airfield at
all times. The Digitrac™ also sends the status reports to the
ALCMS which stores the historical information.
Megatrac™ Insulation Resistance Monitoring
The Megatrac™ is a unit that performs insulation resistance
monitoring (megger tests the) series circuit, allowing the system
to automatically or manually run the the test and report the
integrity of the airfield lighting circuit.
The ALCMS system is usually designed to communicate via
powerline carrier, since power lines can lose insulation quality
and the line can degrade over time, we reccommend having
the Megatrac system installed inside or near each CCR The
Megatrac™ unit helps minimize the possibility of commands
being lost because there is too much noise on the circuit by
monitoring the circuit integrity. This allow the customer time
to prepare and respond to any powerline circuit consistancy
problems. Maintenance personnel can access the data throught
the ALCMS history and monitor the long term integrity of the
airfield circuit.
Renewal Parts
Description
Part Number
Digitrac Interface PC Board for Flat Panel
Digitrac Interface PC Board
for Rack Mount/3U IP66
Megatrac High Voltage Unit (HVU) 110VAC
Megatrac High Voltage Unit (HVU) 220VAC
Megatrac PC Board for Rack Mount/3U IP66
T9002-01-22-00
10056-1710
T9006-93-13-00
T9006-93-14-00
T9006-91-01-00
1 5 0 0 0 8 0 -
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Enclosure:
1500080 = IP66 3U Enclosure
Digitrac Options:
1 = Digitrac Only
2 = Digitrac and Megatrac
3 = Digitrac and Display Unit
4 = Digitrac, Megatrac and Display Unit
5 = Megatrac Only
Relay Options:
A = No Relays
B = 48 VDC Relays
C = 120 VAC Relays
D = 24 VDC Relays
Input Power:
110 = 110 VAC
220 = 220 VAC
1 5 0 0 1 6 7 Enclosure:
1500167 = Rack Mount Enclosure
Digitrac Options:
0 = 0 Digitracs
1 = 1 Digitrac
2 = 2 Digitracs
3 = 3 Digitracs
MegaTrac Options:
A = 1 Megatrac
B = 2 Megatrac
C = 3 Megatrac
D = 0 Megatrac
Relay Options:
R0 = No Relays
R1 = 48 VDC Relays
R2 = 120 VAC Relays
R3 = 24 VDC Relays
1 5 0 0 0 6 1 Enclosure:
1500061 = Flat Panel Enclosure with
Mounting Plate and Cover
Input Power:
No Dash # = 120 VAC
1 = 220 VAC
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International Offices: Canada • China • Dubai • Mexico • Brazil
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ALCMS Components
Ordering Information
Logitrac™ Lamp Monitoring System
The Logitrac Lamp Monitoring System provides advanced control and
monitoring of stop bars and guard lights as part of a Surface Movement
Guidance and Control System plan and failed lamp locator capability.
The Lamp Monitoring System (LMS) interacts with the ALCMS to
control and monitor a series of lights or each individual light to support
independent on, off, or blink control at each lamp. A device installed at
each lamp know as the Continous Logitrac Device (CLD) communicates
to and receives commands from the ALCMS through a Continous
Logitrac™ Adaptor (CLA) typically located in the airfield electrical vault.
The ALCMS then is able to receive an alert message when a burnt out
lamp or sensor activation occurs and process the system lamp statuses
to determine airfield category capability (CAT I, II, III). The failed lamp
locator provides the ability to ensure that the airport can meet the low
visability requirements for CAT II and CAT III operations.
1 5 0 0 1 9 0 -
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Enclosure:
1500190 = Rack Mount Enclosure
Logitrac Options:
0 = 0 Logitrac Adapter
1 = 1 Logitrac Adapter
2 = 2 Logitrac Adapter
Input Power:
A = 120V
B = 230V
Fiber Logitrac™ Device
If the airport is using Fiber optic cabling in addition to power line carrier
than an option is the Fiber Logitrac Device (FLD). The FLD communicates
via fiber optic lines to provide a faster and more efficient way of controlling
and monitoring indiviual lamps. With the FLD you can avoid electromagnetic interference field issues due to low insulation resistance on the series
circuit. The FLD does not require a CLA to communicate to the ALCMS
system. The FLD has a data communication faster than 1 Mbps ensuring a
faster response time that with a standard system The FLD installed at each
lamp enables the control and monitoring of one or two lead lamp fixtures
when connected between the fixture and isolation transformer (L830/
L831). The FLD is a fully encapsulated device that is IP68 rated to protect
against the elements and other damage. The FLD can support fixtures up
to 400W each.
Logitrac Device layout examples:
CLD and FLD Configurations
Description
Continuous Logitrac Device (CLD), 2XLAMP, ON/OFF
Continuous Logitrac Device (CLD), 2XLAMP, OFF/OFF
Continuous Logitrac Device (CLD), 2XLAMP, OFF/OFF, 400W
Continuous Logitrac Device (CLD), 2XLAMP,
ON/OFF, Elevated Runway Guard Light
Continuous Logitrac Device (CLD), 2XLAMP, ON/ON
Continuous Logitrac Device (CLD), 400W SIGN UNIT
Continuous Logitrac Device (CLD), 2XLAMP, ON/OFF, 400W
Continuous Logitrac Device (CLD), 2XLAMP,
ON/OFF, Inset Runway Guard Light
Continuous Logitrac Device (CLD), 2XLAMP, ON/ON, LED
Continuous Logitrac Device (CLD), 2XLAMP, ON/OFF, LED
Continuous Logitrac Device (CLD), 2XLAMP, OFF/OFF, LED
Continuous Logitrac Device (CLD) Programmer
Fiber Optic Logitrac Device (FLD), 2XLAMP, ON/ON
Fiber Optic Logitrac Device (FLD), 2XLAMP, ON/OFF
Fiber Optic Logitrac Device (FLD), 2XLAMP, OFF/OFF
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Part Number
T6540-03-01-00
T6540-03-02-00
T6540-03-03-00
T6540-03-04-00
T6540-03-05-00
T6540-03-06-00
T6540-03-07-00
T6540-03-08-00
T6540-03-11-00
T6540-03-12-00
T6540-03-13-00
T6527-50-01-00
T6600-00-01-00
T6600-00-02-00
T6600-00-03-00
Description
Part Number
Fiber Optic Logitrac Device (FLD),
2XLAMP, ON/ON, 50W MAX PER LAMP, LED
Fiber Optic Logitrac Device (FLD),
2XLAMP, ON/ON, 50W MAX PER LAMP, LED
Fiber Optic Logitrac Device (FLD),
2XLAMP, OFF/OFF, 50W MAX PER LAMP, LED
Fiber Optic Logitrac Device (FLD),
2XLAMP, ON/ON 400W MAX PER LAMP
Fiber Optic Logitrac Device (FLD),
2XLAMP, ON/OFF 400W MAX PER LAMP
Fiber Optic Logitrac Device (FLD),
2XLAMP, OFF/OFF 400W MAX PER LAMP
Fiber Optic Logitrac Device (FLD) Programmer
Fiber Cable for connection to FLD
T6600-00-04-00
T6600-00-05-00
T6600-00-06-00
T6600-00-07-00
T6600-00-08-00
T6600-00-09-00
T6600-50-01-00
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ALCMS Components
Industrial Grade Computers
As per FAA AC 150/5345-56 all of the computers used in all
locations of the ALCMS system are industrial grade computers
designed for industrial applications. These computers are much
more reliable and have a greater processing power than normal
computer. It is important to have a reliable industiral computer
to ensure that there are no unexpected and potentially dangerous interruptions to the lights on the airfield. The computers use
Intel™ core processors, have the capacity for additional RAM use
Windows operating system with ALCMS software and database.
All computers also include keyboard and mouse. Mobile computer
units are also available to control and monitor the system while
out on the airfield.
Uninterruptible Power Supplies
It is recommend that all computer cabinets have a UPS placed
inside. The UPS delivers continuous, high-quality AC power to the
computer equipment without a break when switching to a generator.
It protects the equipment from virtually all power disturbances due
to blackouts, brownouts, surges or noise interference. The UPS is
capable of supplying full load power for at least 15 minutes after
loss of main input power. The standard UPS sizes offered are 750VA,
1000VA and 2000VA depending on the amount of equipment is being
protected by the UPS.
Touchscreen Monitors
Touchscreen stations are most commonly installed in line with the
tower display to allow the air traffic controllers to easily control the
airfield lights. Multiple sizes can be installed in multiple locations.
Each touchscreen can show the whole ALCMS system or just a
particular location of the airfield or area of the ALCMS system.
The touchscreens used as part of the ALCMS system are sunlight
readable touchscreens making them ideal for use in industrial aviation
applications, they also do not have films or active layers so these
touchscreens provide a high clarity image of the screen. Touchscreens
are available in multiple sizes and can be mounting into a surface or
freestanding.
LCD Monitors
Standard LCD screens are usually installed inside each computer cabinet. The computers in the Vault, Operation or the Maintenace Centers
are there to enable the staff to monitor, maintain and pull reports of
the ALCMS system. These monitors also can come in various sizes as
per the users request.
Nema 12 Rated Computer Enclosure
Computer subsystem is housed in a Nema 12 rated industrial
enclosure. This enclousure provides a degree of protection from dust,
dirt, fibers and the water such as dripping water and light splashing.
These enclosures can be ordered in various configurations according
to the equipment housed inside.
Ordering Information
1 5 0 0 4 6 7 -
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Enclosure:
1500467 = Industrial Grade
Computer
Computer Type:
A = Rack Mount 4U
B = Desktop
Hardware Configuration:
1 = Standard
2 = Enhanced
Operating System:
A = None
C = Windows 7, 32 Bit
D = Windows 7, 64 Bit
Lonworks Options:
0 = None
1 = 1 PCI Card
2 = 2 PCI Card
3 = 1 External Ethernet to Echelon Module
4 = 2 External Ethernet to Echelon Module
Additional Ram:
A = None
B = 4 GB
Raided:
0 = No
1 = Yes
Component Parts
Description
Part Number
Description
Part Number
Mobile Laptop Unit
UPS, 2000VA, 120VAC
UPS, 1000VA, 120VAC
UPS, 750 VA, 120VAC
21” LCD Touchscreen Monitor
19” LCD Panel Mount Touchscreen Monitor
19” Bezel for Panel Mount
Touchscreen Monitor
17” LCD Panel Mount Touchscreen Monitor
17” Bezel for Panel Mount
Touchscreen Monitor
1500156
10056-2191
10056-2190
10056-1895
10056-3140
10056-2544
17” LCD Touchscreen Monitor with stand
19” LCD Monitor
17” LCD Monitor
Nema 12 - Computer Enclosure 38 U
Nema 12 - Computer Enclosure Sides 38U
Computer Enclosure Shelf
Computer Enclosure 12” Deep Shelf
Computer Enclosure Keyboard and
Mouse Drawer
10056-2271
10056-2337
10056-2479
10056-2532
10056-2549
10056-495
32551
10056-2545
10056-3054
10056-1437
10056-3055
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