Sotecc Canopy flash Manuale

Manual

Installation instructions

canopy flash

connectBOX & canopy-power interface

Version

1.3

Editor

SOTECC GmbH, Armbruststr. 75, 73230 Kirchheim unter Teck

Contact

[email protected]

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Table of content

Table of content ..................................................................................................................................... 2

1 Important information .................................................................................................................... 4

2 Emergency operation ...................................................................................................................... 4

3 Operation without connectBOX ...................................................................................................... 5

4 Operation with connectBOX............................................................................................................ 5

4.1 Automatic mode .................................................................................................................................... 5

4.1.1 Alarm mode ..................................................................................................................... 5

5 Serial number .................................................................................................................................. 6

6 Technical data.................................................................................................................................. 6

6.1 Canopy flash .......................................................................................................................................... 6

6.2 connectBOX ........................................................................................................................................... 6

6.3 Beam angle ............................................................................................................................................ 7

7 Components overview..................................................................................................................... 7

7.1 Canopy flash .......................................................................................................................................... 7

7.1.1 LED function indicator ..................................................................................................... 8

7.2 connectBOX ........................................................................................................................................... 8

7.3 Quick separation point .......................................................................................................................... 9

7.4 Canopy-power interface (optional) ..................................................................................................... 10

7.5 Extension Board (optional).................................................................................................................. 10

8 Installation instructions................................................................................................................. 11

8.1 General ................................................................................................................................................ 11

8.2 List of needed tools and materials ...................................................................................................... 11

8.3 Installation of the canopy flash with template.................................................................................... 12

8.4 Installation of the canopy-power interface ......................................................................................... 13

8.5 Canopy-power interface counterpart attachment with template ...................................................... 14

8.6 Installation of the counterpart to the instrument panel cover ........................................................... 14

8.7 connectBOX ......................................................................................................................................... 15

8.8 Video.................................................................................................................................................... 15

8.9 Wiring .................................................................................................................................................. 16

8.10 Option Extension Board....................................................................................................................... 17

9 SOTECC-Configurator..................................................................................................................... 18

9.1 Establish connection............................................................................................................................ 18

9.2 Programming ....................................................................................................................................... 19

9.2.1 Programmable Parameters ........................................................................................... 19

9.2.2 Test mode...................................................................................................................... 19

9.2.3 Finish programming....................................................................................................... 19

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10 Safety notes............................................................................................................................... 20

11 Attachments .............................................................................................................................. 21

11.1 Electrical schematic canopy flash with connectBOX ........................................................................... 21

11.2 Electrical schematic canopy flash ........................................................................................................ 22

12 Spare parts................................................................................................................................. 23

13 contact....................................................................................................................................... 23

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1Important information

Installation and usage of the canopy flash is at your own risk and responsibility. It requires approval by

an aircraft inspector authorized for such work and a complete documentation and is only allowed to

be operated on board of gliders under VFR-daylight flight rules. Improper installation may lead to

failure of the aircraft avionic system. The canopy flash is a system to enhance flight safety. The

improved visibility results in a faster detection of aircraft, however the system solely assists airspace

observation by the PILOT IN COMMAND and must not replace it at any time. SOTECC will not cover

failures due to unauthorized installation, alterations, repairs, abuse, misuse or accidents.

SOTECC GmbH reserves the right to amend its products regarding technical data and functions without

previous notice. SOTECC accepts no liability for mistakes in writing, misprints or miscalculations or any

other errors and has the right to withdraw at any time.

Caution, high intensity optical radiation!

Handling on ground: do not look directly into the light!

Avoid direct contact with water!

2Emergency operation

In the event of a malfunction or failure, the system must be switched off immediately and must stay

off for the remaining flight time. Never switch on the system again inflight, after or while persisting

errors.

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3Operation without connectBOX

After switching on (by switch/fuse) the canopy flash starts flashing with a frequency of 0,6Hz, e.g. a

flash every 1,5sec. This frequency is a compromise between visibility and power consumption and

cannot be modified or adapted via the SOTECC-configurator. As there is no connection to FLARM®,

evaluation of collision data or similar is not possible and it results in a steady flash frequency as long

as the system is switched on.

4Operation with connectBOX

4.1 Automatic mode

Switching on the power supply (and if exist, closing the canopy-power interface), activates systems

function test. This test includes flashing for 5sec with the „normal flight flash frequency“ to detect

internal errors and to make sure that the system works properly.

Connection between canopy flash and FLARM® is made possible by the connectBOX. As soon as the

FLARM® recognizes a takeoff (depending on a preset velocity), it thereupon sends this information via

the connectBOX to the canopy flash. The canopy flash then starts flashing with a battery saving

frequency of 0,6Hz, e.g. a flash every 1,5sec or set individually via the SOTECC-Configurator. After

landing and coming to a complete stop, the canopy flash stops flashing automatically. Information

regarding adjustment of the „normal flight flash frequency“ (battery saving frequency), programming

and updating of the connectBOX under the item 10 „SOTECC-Configurator“.

4.1.1 Alarm mode

A collision threat detected by FLARM® changes the flash frequency and its flash pattern instantly. The

„flashes“ are getting longer with a higher flash frequency and thus even more striking. Triggering alarm

mode depends on several parameters:

-Approach angle of conflicting traffic within +- 45 degrees and only oncoming traffic

-Collision warning by FLARM®. The alarm-threshold can be changed with help of the SOTECC-

configurator, default setting is „important alarm“. Selectable modes are „low alarm“

(moderate danger with approach time between 19 – 25 s), „important alarm“ (medium danger

with approach time between 14 – 18 s) and „urgent alarm“ (immediate danger with approach

time between 6 - 8 s). These data is analog to FLARM®„warning level“. Further information in

the handbook of FLARM® or [email protected].

After being clear of conflict and passing the oncoming traffic safely, the canopy flash automatically

switches back to the „normal flight flash frequency“.

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5Serial number

All components are labeled with serial numbers for clear identification, composed of letters and

numbers like:

ACL 3820 501 0001 / FW 1.4 S

(a) (b) (c) (d) (e)

(a) Component (ACL=canopy flash, FC=connectBOX)

(b) Date of production (example: CW38/2020)

(d) Consecutive number example: 0001)

(e) Firmware (example: FW 1.4)

6Technical data

6.1 Canopy flash

Luminous flux

~ 2200 lm (white LEDs, red similar)

Beam angle

~ 18° concentrated light beam, ~ 60-70° visible

Beam current

25000 mW (white LEDs, red similar)

Power consumption

Ø 100mA at 13V and „normal flight flash

frequency“ without warnings

Operating voltage

9-15 V DC

Weight

90g

Operating temperature

−30 °C to + 70 °C

Overheat protection

70 °C

Material

3D-printed, resistant PA12 plastic

6.2 connectBOX

Power consumption

Ø50mA at 13V

Operating voltage

9-15 V DC

Weight

120g

Operating temperature

−30 °C to + 85 °C

Dimensions

50mm x 50mm x25mm

Material

Aluminium housing

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6.3 Beam angle

area 1

area 2 area 2

Area 1: ~ 18° concentrated light beam, which can be seen about 3500m, depending on the prevailing

conditions.

Area 2: Peripheral area, ~ 60 - 70 degrees wide, but slightly weaker. Visibility can differ significantly,

depending on outside conditions.

7Components overview

7.1 Canopy flash

The housing of the canopy flash is made of resistant PA12 plastic. Cooling fins on the bottom side

ensures heat dissipation and minimizes overheat risk, especially in strong sunlight. Five high quality

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CREE® LEDs (either white or red) in combination with LED lenses, generating a bundled and strong light

beam. An integrated LED on the backside of the canopy flash housing informs the pilot about the

proper functioning of the system (see item 3). The heart of each canopy flash is the energy saving LED-

control unit with an integrated temperature and error control unit, to prevent system overheat or

internal damage. If a temperature of about 70°C is exceeded, the canopy flash automatically switches

off, however this temperature cannot be reached in normal operation, only if the system has a

malfunction or in extreme sunlight on ground.

7.1.1 LED function indicator

An integrated LED on the backside of the canopy flash housing informs the pilot about the proper

functioning of the system. Possible indications can be:

Steady green, active system inflight mode, flashing with energy saving frequency.

Flashing green/red, collision threat recognized, flashing with striking frequency (alarm-mode).

Steady red, automatically switched off to prevent system overheat. Wait until green light

appears.

7.2 connectBOX

The connectBOX connects the canopy flash with FLARM® and makes an automatic operation possible.

This results in 3 different modes:

•Mode 1: Canopy flash off on ground without movement. (waiting for take-off)

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•Mode 2: Once gaining speed and taking-off, the canopy flash automatically starts flashing

with the „normal flight flash frequency“

•Mode 3: If an imminent collision is detected by FLARM®, the flash frequency and flash pattern

changes instantly.

7.3 Quick separation point

A mini XLR plug without locking guarantees a safe canopy jettison and connects canopy flash and

connectBOX. (For gliders like LS8, ASG29, V3M)

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7.4 Canopy-power interface (optional)

The canopy-power interface is required for canopies opening to the right (like the most Schempp-Hirth

canopies) and guarantees a safe canopy jettison and a permanent power supply.

7.5 Extension Board (optional)

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