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Contents
1. Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents
Section A - Installation
2. Installation Location Selection
3. Hanging the Sign
4. Fine Tuning / Aiming
5. Assembly
6. Wiring
Section B – Operation
7. Turning On for the First Time
8. Programming the Display
9. Readout Results
10. Advanced Features
11. Setting the Clock and Timer
Section C – Technical Information
12. Technical Specifications
13. Options and Upgrades
14. Warranty
15. Trouble Shooting Tips
16. Contact Information
Section D – Optional Data Recording System
Quick Setup Guide In
Depth Setup Guide
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Thank you for the purchase of a FAST 250
Pole Mount Radar Speed Display Sign.
This Manual will guide through the
minor assembly, mounting,
programming and use. Please read and
understand this Manual and review the
checklist in Section 1 below to be sure
that you’ve received everything you
need prior to starting.
MODEL NUMBER: ______________________________
SERIAL NUMBER: ______________________________
DATE of PURCHASE: ____________________________
OPTIONS PURCHASED: __________________________
1. Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents
Item Qty Description
A
B
C
D
(1) RU2 FAST 250 Enclosed Sign w/internal radar
(3) Black ¼-20x3/4” tamper-resistant bolts
(1) “YOUR SPEED” sign
(1) Key for enclosure latch
E
F
(1) “L” Key for signage
(2) Key for “On/Off” switch
G (-) Mounting hardware for a 4” pole
Figure 1a Figure 1b
Section A – Installation
2. LOCATION SELECTION
In order to optimize your traffic calming results, there are a few simple things to keep in
mind and simple steps to follow. You’ll want a mounting location that’s on a relatively
flat stretch of road and is not too close to any stop signs, intersections, or sharp curves in
the road. A clear line-of-sight relatively free of obstructions such as large trees, fences or
other landscape features is desired. The radar unit is single-directional, so only the speed
of oncoming vehicles is displayed. If solar powered, solar panel should be mounted on
the South side of the pole and be clear of shade from trees and buildings. Any shade
over the panel will significantly reduce the effectiveness of the charging system.
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Take a moment to record the model and serial numbers below
so that you have them in a safe place for future use.
3. HANGING THE SIGN
Your FAST 250 includes mounting hardware for a 4” (4.5” OD) pole. Please do not over
tighten mounting hardware at this step as you may wish to “fine tune” the exact angle of
your sign for optimum results as described in Section 4. If you have special mounting
needs and plan to modify the enclosure, please be careful to ensure that your hardware
does not contact interior components. Also be sure to use a sealant to maintain a
weatherproof environment inside the sign. Improper installation may cause damage to
interior components and void warranty.
4. FINAL POSITIONING / FINE TUNING
See Figure 3a for some basic positioning tips. Keep in mind that the 12” tall characters are
readable to 750 feet. If the radar unit is picking up vehicles too far away, simply rotate the
unit clockwise so that it’s facing the opposite curb a bit more. Likewise, if the unit is
picking vehicles up too close or not far away enough, rotate counter-clockwise.
Remember, you may adjust the radar gun angle (aim) in the FAST 250 as well as the
mounting angle of the enclosure on the pole for maximum fine-tuning, Figure 3b.
Figure 3a
Dialing in Approach Angle Sensitivity
Figure 3b
Internal Radar Gun adjusts vertically
5. Assembly - ADD “YOUR SPEED” SIGN
Install the “YOUR SPEED” sign on the enclosure. For the RU2 Fast 250 you will notice (2)
tamper-resistant screws and (3) button-head screws running horizontally atop the face of
the sign. Remove screws (tamper-resistant tool is provided in your tool kit), affix the
“YOUR SPEED” sign being careful that it is face up, and tighten the screws.
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6. WIRING
Your FAST 250 comes equipped to be powered either 12 volts D/C or 100-277 volts A/C
(50/60 Hz). The required voltage should be noted on the end of the power cord that leads
into the enclosure. If you are unsure what you’ve purchased, please contact us before
proceeding. Enlist the services of a licensed electrical contractor for installation assistance
if needed.
For A/C powered units the power cord exiting the back of the enclosure has
three wires; a WHITE = Neutral lead, BLACK = Line (Hot), and GREEN = Ground.
Please be cautious and take care to observe polarity of wires while installing. If
optional Data Recording System is purchased, an additional wire is included –
WHITE = Data positive, BLACK = Data Negative, GREEN = Data.
For D/C powered units WHITE = Positive, BLACK = Negative, and GREEN = Data
(for the optional data collection unit).
Section B – Operation
7. POWER UP
Now that your enclosure is pole-mounted securely, the “YOUR SPEED” sign is affixed, and
your wiring is completed, you are ready to power up. Find the included key, insert into
the switch at the bottom, right side of the enclosure. Turn clockwise ¼ turn to the “ON”
position.
When first turned on, the display will show a number between zero and 9. This number
indicates the brightness level of the display indicating the brightness is being set
automatically due to the surrounding sun light. Note: The brightness control is always on
automatic but it can be checked for proper operation by the user, if needed. To check this,
refer to the paragraph “Auto Intensity Diagnostic Mode, code 9981” in the Advanced
Features Section.
You will see there is a small programming push button located underneath the display at
one bottom corner (blue arrow Figure 4a). This button or the remote will set all display
features.
Figure 4a - Underside of Enclosure Figure 4b – Remote Key Fob
Key Chain Remote Control
The left button directs the numbers up with the other directing down. When
the sign is in run mode, holding both buttons in for 1 second resets the sign
without having to cycle the power key.
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To replace its battery, remove the small Phillips head screw located on the
lower back and replace with a type 27A, 12volt alkaline cell.
8. PROGRAMMING THE DISPLAY
The speed codes and their meanings
Read over the following programming codes listed in the Speed Code Table below to
become familiar with the two-letter groups (modes) you want to set in the sign using the
push button. Concentrate on the “Normal Mode” (NM) and “Violator Alerts” (VA) modes
only, for now. Notice that they are grouped so that for example, when “VA” is selected, you
can set the “Minimum Speed”, Flash (speed), Blank (speed), etc. As the last numbers are
entered, the display is ready and goes blank.
SPEED CODE TABLE
Two-letter Mode
NM =>
Meaning
“Normal Mode”
Description
Sign shows all speeds normally with
no speed filtering
VA => “Violator Alert”
MS => “Minimum. Speed”
SL => “Slow”
RB => “Red & Blue”
FL => “Flash”
BL => “Blank”
“Violator Alert” MENU
Min. speed for sign to display
Speed at which red “SLOW”
shows (Optional Feature)
Flashing “Red & Blue” speed
(Optional Feature)
Speed at which to flash
readout Speed at which to
blank screen
**ND => “No Display” Unit collects radar data with no display
** OPTIONAL ONLY for units with the
optional data collection software feature.
Feature must be enabled - See
Advanced Features Mode Section.
SETTING THE SIGN IN “NORMAL MODE”
The simplest mode to put the sign into is the “NM” (Normal Mode). Instructions:
1. Turn the power on with the key. After the brightness number changes, start pushing the
button and stop on the two letter code “NM”.
2. As the display goes dark, it is now running in “Normal Mode”. In other words, the sign
will display the speed of oncoming vehicles from 5 mph (down to 1 mph is also
available, see Advance Features Section) to 99 MPH without showing any alerts. So for
this code only, no further programming would be needed.
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PROGRAMMING THE SIGN IN “VIOLATOR ALERT” MODE
This section covers setting the standard “Violator Alert” functions including the optional
“Slow”, “Red & Blue” flashing signals. Note: The pushbutton instructions described in the
following paragraphs also apply to the use of the key chain remote control buttons.
Turn power on. After the brightness number changes, push the button and stop on
“VA”. The display is now in “Violator Alert” setup mode. The Violator Alerts 1 to 5 will
then begin to appear in the order of the photos as shown below. Note: If the Timer is
enabled, (see Section 11 “Setting the Clock and Timed Events) the sign will run in
Violator Mode (or any other mode) only during the selected event timed program.
Otherwise, if the timer is disabled, the sign will run continuously (not recommended for
overly long periods of time when on battery power only).
“Violator Alert”
Violator Alert 1: MS - Minimum Speed
After seeing the “VA” screen, the display will show “MS” (see photo below) along with a
number. The number represents the lowest speed at which the display will start
showing all oncoming vehicles. When this number appears, the operator has 5 seconds
within to start pushing the button in order to program this “MS” speed setting. Press the
button until the desired speed setting is reached. (Note: If the button is held down, the
numbers will increment fast without having to press the button many times. The
numbers will start over after 99 if you miss your desired speed without turning off the
power. If using the key chain remote, simply press either button to move the numbers
forward or backward). Once the desired setting is reached, stop and wait for the next
screen to appear after approximately 5 seconds. The screen will then change to the next
screen for speed setting.
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“Minimum Speed”
Violator Alert 2: SL - SLOW (Optional Feature)**
Check your packing slip or order to verify that this optional feature has been included
with your product. If this feature was ordered, the display will now show the red
“SL” (Slow) message and show a speed setting number. The red “Slow” message is
effective in helping to calm traffic. When the operator sees the setting number appear,
push the button within 5 seconds in order to change this number until the desired speed
setting is reached. Note: You can set the numbers even when the words “Slow” are
flashing. Once the desired setting is reached, stop pressing the button and wait for the
next screen, after approximately 5 seconds.
Violator Alert 3: RB - Red and Blue flashing lights (Optional Feature)**
Check your packing slip or order to verify that this optional feature has been included
with your product. If this feature was ordered, the display will now show “RB” which
effectively flashes the Red and Blue flashing light pattern at the driver while displaying
their speed. The operator has 5 seconds to start pushing the button in order to change
the number setting. Note: You can set the numbers even when the “Red & Blues” are
flashing. Press the button until the desired speed setting is reached. Once the desired
setting is reached, stop and wait for the next screen after approximately 5 seconds.
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Violator Alert 4: FL - Flashing Speed
The display will now show “FL”. When drivers go over this setting, they will see their
over-the-limit speed flash. The operator has 5 seconds to start pushing the button in
order to change the speed setting. Press the button until the desired speed setting is
reached. Once reached, stop and wait for the next screen to appear after
approximately 5 seconds.
“Flashing Speed”
Violator Alert 5: BL - Blanking Speed
The display will show “BL” which is the speed limit that the display will no longer show
the oncoming vehicles speed. This setting will prevent drivers from increasing their
speed over this speed limit to see how fast they can go. Press the button until the
desired speed setting is reached. Wait approximately 5 seconds and the sign will go
dark. The display is now in service and operating in “Violator Alerts” mode.
** Optional SLOW and Flashing Red & Blue Violator Alerts can be purchased and activated at any time.
Notes:
After this last “BL” screen, all of the violator alert settings have been saved even after
the sign is switched off. When the sign is turned on again, it will run thru all of the
modes and their speed settings for the operator to review.
If changes are needed, press the sign mounted button for 5 seconds which will start
the mode settings to display again. If using the key chain remote, hold the left button
in for 1 second for the same effect.
If desired, the sign can be pre-set at your base facility for transportation and set-up at
a different location.
The violator alerts can be set in any order, but not at the same speed. If attempted,
this setting will skip to the next available number. To get the best effect from the
alerts, set the speeds at least 3-4 MPH difference. If you wish to not use one of the
violator alert settings, set the speed high, i.e. 97 MPH.
Holding the button will scroll through the numbers faster for quicker setup. If the
desired setting is passed, the numbers will start over after 99.
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“Blanking Speed”
If using the optional key chain remote, the left button advances the numbers while the right
button reverses them.
To start over, either turn off/on the sign with the power key OR when using the key chain
remote, hold the left button in for 3 seconds for a power reset.
After setting the clock, (see Section 11 “Setting the Clock & Timed Events”) the sign will
revert back to Normal Mode (NM). If Violator Alert mode is desired, it will have to be set to
“VA” mode again.
Violator Alert Settings Summary
Push button until display shows “VA”
Wait five seconds for MS (Minimum Speed) to display
“MS” will display. Push the button to set the desired speed.
Wait five seconds for SL (SLOW) to display
“SL” is displayed. Push the button to set desired speed.
Wait five seconds for RB (Flashing Red & Blue) to display
“RB” is displayed. Push the button to set desired speed.
Wait five seconds for FL (Flashing Speed) to display
“FL” is displayed. Push the button to set desired speed.
Wait five seconds for BL (Blanking Speed) to display
“BL” is displayed. Push the button to set desired speed.
After five seconds the last speed sets and the display goes dark
Traffic Set-Up Examples
35 mph neighborhood speed limit
Set the “MS” (the radar detected Minimum Speed limit) at 5 mph, the
“SLOW” message at 35, “Flashing Speed” at 40mph, the “Red & Blues” at 50 and the Blanking
Speed at 60. This is what will happen: Oncoming vehicles speeds will be shown on the sign
traveling from 5 to 34 MPH. If the vehicle is traveling 35 to 39, the SLOW message will flash.
Between 41 and 49, their speed will be displayed while flashing. Over 50MPH, the display will
show the Red & Blue flashing lights pattern. At 60 and above, the display is blank. As the vehicle
slows, the appropriate “Violator Alert” will show for their speed until they reach 34 MPH where
their speed is displayed normally.
School Zones
Set the “MS” (the radar detected Minimum Speed limit) at 15 mph (so drivers in a school zone
obeying the speed limit are not distracted), the “Flashing Speed” at 16mph and the “Blanking
Speed” for 40mph. This is what will happen: For speeds under 15 MPH, no speed will be
displayed. The display will flash the speed for vehicles traveling between 16 and 39 MPH. No
speed will be displayed above 40 MPH.
9. RESULTS
The readings from the radar unit are filtered. The radar unit is very sensitive, so for continuity of
the oncoming driver, not every reading may be displayed. If there is a difference between
vehicle speeds of morethan 3 miles per hour per second (extreme
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