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Siemens Traffic Controls Limited
Sopers Lane
Poole
Dorset
BH17 7ER
INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING
HANDBOOK NO 5
ABOVE GROUND DETECTORS
THIS DOCUMENT IS ELECTRONICALLY HELD AND APPROVED
PREPARED : A. Coatsworth
FUNCTION : Technical Specialist
DATE : July 2000
Siemens plc 2000. All rights reserved.
The information contained herein is the property of Siemens plc and is supplied without liability
for errors or omissions. No part may be reproduced or used except as authorised by contract or
other written permission. The copyright and the foregoing restriction on reproduction and use
extend to all media in which the information may be embodied.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................... 4
1.1 Purpose......................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Scope............................................................................................................................................................. 4
1.3 Related Documents...................................................................................................................................... 4
1.4 Glossary........................................................................................................................................................ 4
2. AVAILABILITY OF ABOVE GROUND DETECTORS............................................... 5
2.1 General ......................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.2 Detectors to DETR Specification TR2123................................................................................................. 5
2.3 Detectors to TR 2182................................................................................................................................... 6
2.4 Detectors to TR 2179................................................................................................................................... 6
2.5 SCOOT Detectors........................................................................................................................................ 6
3. POWER SUPPLIES.................................................................................................. 7
3.1 Power Supply Options ................................................................................................................................ 7
3.2 Use of Controller mounted Low Voltage AC Supply kits ........................................................................ 8
3.2.1 Cable lengths using the tables ............................................................................................................... 9
3.2.2 Cable lengths by calculation................................................................................................................ 12
3.3 Use of Signal head mounted Low Voltage ac Supply ............................................................................. 15
3.4 Use of Additional 27.5 volt dc detector supply........................................................................................ 15
3.5 Pelicans with MVDs Supplied to Previous DETR Specifications.......................................................... 15
4. CABLING................................................................................................................ 16
4.1 General ....................................................................................................................................................... 16
4.2 Examples .................................................................................................................................................... 16
4.2.1 Single Pelican with Signal head-mounted 24v ac supply .................................................................... 16
4.2.2 Single Pelican with controller mounted 24v ac supply........................................................................ 17
5. DETECTOR INSTALLATION.................................................................................. 18
5.1 Location of AGDs...................................................................................................................................... 18
5.1.1 TR2123 detectors (vehicle approaches) .............................................................................................. 18
5.1.2 On-crossing detectors (TR2179) ......................................................................................................... 18
5.1.3 Kerbside detectors (TR2182) .............................................................................................................. 19
5.2 Mechanical Installation ............................................................................................................................ 19
5.3 Electrical Installation................................................................................................................................ 20
5.3.1 Connections TR2123 vehicle detector.............................................................................................. 20
5.3.2 Connections TR2179 on-crossing detector....................................................................................... 21
5.3.3 Connections TR2182 Kerbside detector........................................................................................... 21
5.4 Fitting 24v ac Power Supply into STCL signal lantern ......................................................................... 22
5.5 Fitting 24v ac Power Supply into non-STCL Signal lantern................................................................. 22
6. CONTROLLER MOUNTED AC POWER SUPPLY................................................. 23
6.1 General ....................................................................................................................................................... 23
6.2 Location...................................................................................................................................................... 23
6.3 Wiring ........................................................................................................................................................ 24
7. CONTROLLER INTERFACING .............................................................................. 25
7.1 Buffering .................................................................................................................................................... 25
7.2 Signal Polarity ........................................................................................................................................... 25
7.3 Dynamic and Static Detection .................................................................................................................. 25
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8. TESTING................................................................................................................. 26
8.1 Safety Tests ................................................................................................................................................ 26
8.2 Detection Tests........................................................................................................................................... 26
8.2.1 Dynamic Detection.............................................................................................................................. 26
8.2.2 Static Detection ................................................................................................................................... 26
9. PART NUMBERS.................................................................................................... 27
APPENDIX A - ABOVE GROUND DETECTOR MOUNTING & WIRING DRAWINGS 28
TABLES
TABLE 1 DETR SPECS............................................................................................................................................ 5
TABLE 2 - POWER SUPPLY CURRENT .................................................................................................................. 7
TABLE 3 - POWER SUPPLY CHOICE...................................................................................................................... 8
TABLE 4 - TRANSFORMER SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................................... 9
TABLE 5 - CABLE LENGTHS FOR MULTIPLE CABLES - 50 VA TRANSFORMER........................................ 10
TABLE 6 - CABLE LENGTHS FOR MULTIPLE CABLES - 160 VA TRANSFORMER...................................... 10
TABLE 7 - CALCULATION OF MAXIMUM CABLE LENGTH (CONTROLLER-MOUNTED AC SUPPLY) .. 13
TABLE 8 - NUMBER OF AGD200 SERIES USING A COMMON CABLE SUPPLIED BY 27.5V DC PSU....... 15
TABLE 9 - MAINS VOLTAGE CABLE................................................................................................................... 16
TABLE 10 - EXTRA LOW VOLTAGE CABLE....................................................................................................... 16
TABLE 11 - 16 CORE CABLE.................................................................................................................................. 17
TABLE 12 - CONNECTOR PINOUT........................................................................................................................ 20
TABLE 13 - CONNECTOR PINOUT........................................................................................................................ 21
TABLE 14 - CONNECTOR PINOUT........................................................................................................................ 21
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Purpose
This handbook is the fifth of a series of General Traffic handbooks which cover common aspects
of planning, installation and commissioning of STCL traffic controllers and associated street
equipment.
1.2 Scope
This handbook covers detection equipment that is mounted on traffic signal poles, as opposed to
loop detectors which rely on wire loops buried in the road surface. Equipment for detecting
pedestrians on crossings such as Puffins as well as equipment for detection of road vehicles is
covered.
It includes cabling and power supply requirements and aspects of testing special to Above
Ground Detectors.
1.3 Related Documents
667/HE/20661/000 - Book 1 - General Principles
667/HE/20662/000 - Book 2 - Signals and Poles
667/HE/20663/000 - Book 3 - Detectors and Cable Terminations
667/HE/20664/000 - Book 4 - Installation and Testing
AGD Ltd Product handbooks are available to STCL Field Service personnel in the AGD
Handbooks folder in Plestcl01/Public/Product handbooks/Road Signals on the Poole site server.
1.4 Glossary
AGD Above Ground Detector (Note that one of the companies supplying above
ground detectors is called AGD Ltd.)
DETR Department of Environment, Transport and the Regions
ELV Extra Low Voltage This term is defined slightly differently by the IEC
and the IEE but in both cases denotes a supply voltage of less than 50 volts
i.e. substantially below mains voltage.
IEC International Electrotechnical Commission
IEE Institute of Electrical Engineers
MVD Microwave Vehicle Detector
STCL Siemens Traffic Controls Limited
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2. AVAILABILITY OF ABOVE GROUND DETECTORS
2.1 General
A detector is designated as 'Above Ground' by virtue of not requiring wire loops, pads or other
equipment to be buried in the road surface.
They are mounted above the road surface, typically on the top of traffic signal poles. Above
Ground Detectors may be designed for detection of vehicles or pedestrians - separate DETR
specifications apply to each type. At the time of writing detectors to the following Highways
Agency specifications are available:-
Table 1 DETR Specs
TR2123A
(dynamic requirements only)
Specification for Above Ground Detector Systems for use
at Permanent Traffic Signals
TR2123A
(dynamic and static requirements)
Specification for Above Ground Detector Systems for use
at Permanent Traffic Signals
TR2131A Specification for advanced above ground detector system
for use at Permanent Traffic Signal Installations
TR2179A
Specification For Above Ground On-Crossing Pedestrian
Detection Systems
TR2182A
Specification for Kerbside Pedestrian Detection Systems
for use at Puffin Crossings.
Note that the letter following the specification number denotes the issue state. It is omitted
elsewhere in this handbook.
A summary of part numbers is to be found in section 9.
2.2 Detectors to DETR Specification TR2123
Above ground detectors, approved to DETR specification TR2123 may be used for detection of
vehicles at intersection controllers, Pelicans and Puffins in lieu of loop detectors.
DETR specification TR2123 calls for the detection of all moving vehicles present at a distance of
between 10 and 15 metres from the detector and detection of static vehicles between 0 and 3
metres from the detector. However most detectors to TR2123 will meet only the dynamic
(moving vehicle) part of the specification. The following Detectors from AGD Systems Ltd.
meet TR2123:-
Notes
AGD200-200 TR2123 (dynamic) Unidirectional
AGD200-201 TR2123 (dynamic) Low speed (4 kph)
AGD200-202 TR2123 (dynamic) Bidirectional
AGD200-203 TR2123 (dynamic) Bidirectional Low speed (4 kph)
AGD400-200 TR2123 (static) Passive I/R stop line
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For use with Pelicans and Puffins dynamic detection is adequate. For use with intersection
controllers static detection (close to stop line) is desirable for some intersections. Where static
stop line detection is required it will be called up by the configuration. This may take the form of
a loop detector close to the stop line in addition to a dynamic AGD. Alternatively an additional
AGD to the static requirements of TR2123 may be employed. In the case of such a hybrid
arrangement the static detector may be used only to call and must not be used to extend a phase.
If both signals are available the dynamic output must be used for call and extend. The static
output must be used only for call.
All TR2123 detectors use extra low voltage ac/dc power supplies, there being no mains voltage
option. Power may be supplied as 24 volts dc or 24 volts rms ac; i.e. a TR2123 AGD may be
connected to an ac or dc supply with no adjustment or alteration required.
2.3 Detectors to TR 2182
The AGD 420-200 is a kerbside detector to TR2182A.
It is designed to detect pedestrians standing on the pavement waiting to cross the road.
2.4 Detectors to TR 2179
The AGD 220-200 is an on-crossing pedestrian detector to TR2179A
2.5 SCOOT Detectors
There are no above ground detectors approved for SCOOT.
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3. POWER SUPPLIES
3.1 Power Supply Options
The AGDs covered by this handbook may be powered by nominal 24 volts ac or dc and either
method may be employed depending upon circumstances. For replacement of AGDs to previous
specifications refer to section 3.5
The power supply should be within !20% of its nominal value, i.e. 19.2v to 28.8v dc or rms ac,
and shall not be more than 29 volts under any circumstances.
The current drain of the AGD detectors are shown in table 2
Table 2 - Power Supply Current
Current at 24 volts dc (mA) Current at 24 volts 50Hz ac (mA)
AGD 200-2xx 180 (max) 200 (max)
AGD 400-200 180 (max) 200 (max)
AGD 420-200 21 25
AGD 220-200 180 200
In general STCL controllers are equipped with a 24 volt dc supply for detectors. This may be part
of the controller supply system or be present for detector purposes only. This supply may be used
subject to the following limitations:
There is sufficient spare current capacity.
The voltage drop in the cables does not result in the voltage at the detector being
less than 19.2 volts; this must be calculated assuming the 24v power supply is at
the low end of its tolerance.
For example the T400 main 24 volt dc supply has a !6% tolerance so the maximum voltage is
24 + 6% = 25.44 volts which is well within the 29 volt maximum. The minimum voltage is 22.56
volts. Therefore if a single AGD200-200 is used with 150 metres of 1 sq mm cable at 0.042
ohms per metre with current = 0.3 Amps, the voltage at the AGD will be:
22.56 - (0.042 x 150 x 0.2) = 21.3 volts
which is acceptable.
In general STCL controllers can accommodate internally, an additional supply for detection. This
applies to the small and large versions of the T400, the ST800 outercase and the ST700 outercase
providing that the space is not occupied by other options.
The following flow chart illustrates the power supply choice process:
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Table 3 - Power Supply Choice
Calculate total dc load. Refer to table
for current drawn by detector or as
specified by supplier
Is there spare
capacity on existing
24 volt dc?
Estimate cable lengths and
calculate voltage drop for
each detector
Is voltage at
detector more
than minimum?
24 volt dc may
be used
3 options are available:-
a 24v ac supply mounted in controller
b. 24v ac supply mounted in signal head
c.27v dc supply mounted in controller
No
Yes
No
Yes
If the 24v dc controller supply is not chosen, a controller mounted 24 volt ac supply kit is the
preferred option. The controller mounted kit is preferred as only one may be required per
controller and this is generally more economical. Two sizes of controller mounted ac supply kits
are available to provide up to 6.6 Amps.
3.2 Use of Controller mounted Low Voltage AC Supply kits
The kits contains a transformer, fusing and termination facilities. There are limitations on the
length of cable allowable for this option as the effect of cable resistance is significant for low
voltage distribution. The STCL part numbers of the controller mounted kits are:-
Nominal 50VA, 2 Amps:- 667/1/27853/000
Nominal 160VA, 6.6Amps:- 667/1/20292/008
The output of the transformer is nominally 25 volts but it will drop if the mains voltage falls to
the legal minimum (207 volts, which is -10% on the standard European voltage of 230 or -
13.75% on the standard UK voltage of 240v). Further voltage drops will occur due to the loading
of the transformer, the initial tolerance of the transformer and the resistance of the cable. All of
these must be allowed for using the following rules:
The minimum allowed voltage at any time on any detector is 19.2 volts
This voltage applies at the minimum mains voltage of 207 volts.
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This voltage applies when the transformer is loaded with all the installed detectors.
The cable resistance must be allowed for in calculating the maximum permissible cable
lengths
The transformer details are shown in Table 4
Table 4 - Transformer specifications
Kit:- 667/1/20292/008 667/1/27853/000
Transformer part number 667/7/15855/005 667/7/00977/007
Resistance Rs 0.309 ohms 1.3 ohms
Worst case no-load voltage at 207 volts mains Vmin 21.26 23.13 v
Maximum current Imax 6.6 A 2 A
The voltage falls by Rs in Table 4 for each amp of current drawn from the transformer. For each
individual cable there is a voltage drop down the cable of 0.042 volts for each go-and-return
metre of (1sq.mm) cable. Therefore the current must be calculated for each cable run using the
current per detector shown in Table 2 for each detector (I
s
). The total current must then be
calculated for all detectors supplied from the transformer. The maximum length of cable can be
then calculated.
The user may either perform the calculations as later described (sect 3.2.2) or may use the tables
in sect. 3.2.1 which is based on the AGD 200 series detectors.
Note that it is permissible to use 2 or more of the 50VA transformer kits, subject to mounting
constraints instead of a 160VA kit.
3.2.1 Cable lengths using the tables
The tables apply to detectors connected to a single transformer. The column headings refer to the
number of detectors connected to transformer on cables other than the cable in question.
Note that it is permissable to connect a kerbside detector, type AGD220-series in addition to the
series 200 detectors without affecting the cable lengths. This is because the current drawn by the
AGD220 is small enough to be ignored.
Example
Controller
Cable 1
Cable 2
Transformer
A 50VA transformer is proposed feeding 5 AGD200-
series detectors. There are 2 off AGDs on one cable and
3 off on the other. What are the maximum cable lengths?
Considering cable 2 first, there are 2 other detectors
connected to the transformer so with 3 detectors on this
cable we can have up to 100m using single conductors or
200m using parallel conductors.
For Cable 1 there are 3 other detectors connected to the
transformer so with 2 detectors on this cable we can have
up to 100m using single conductors or 250m using
parallel conductors.
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Table 5 - Cable lengths for multiple cables - 50 VA transformer
No other Series 200 detectors connected
to transformer
1 other Series 200 detectors
connected to transformer
Detectors on
this cable 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4
Cable length
50m S S S S S S S S S
100m S S S P P S S S P
150m S S P P S S S P
200m S S P S P P
250m S P P S P
2 other Series 200 detectors
connected to transformer
3 other Series 200 detectors
connected to transformer
Detectors on
this cable
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
Cable length
50m S S S S S S S S
100m S S S P S S P P
150m S S P S P P
200m S P P S P
250m S P S P
S = Single conductor out and return. P = Parallel conductors out and return
Table 6 - Cable lengths for multiple cables - 160 VA transformer
Note that this table applies to issue 2 of the transformer 667/7/15855/005
2 other Series 200 detectors
connected to transformer
3 other Series 200 detectors
connected to transformer
Detectors on
this cable
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
Cable length
50m S S S S S S S S
100m S S S P S S S P
150m S S S P S S P P
200m S P P S P P
250m S P P S P
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4 other Series 200 detectors
connected to transformer
5 other Series 200 detectors
connected to transformer
Detectors on
this cable
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
Cable length
50m S S S S S S S S
100m S S S P S S S S
150m S S P P S S P P
200m S P P S P P
250m S P S P
6 other Series 200 detectors
connected to transformer
7 other Series 200 detectors
connected to transformer
Detectors on
this cable
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
Cable length
50m S S S S S S S S
100m S S S P S S S P
150m S S P P S P P P
200m S P P S P P
250m S P S P
8 other Series 200 detectors
connected to transformer
9 other Series 200 detectors
connected to transformer
Detectors on
this cable 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
Cable length
50m S S S S S S S S
100m S S P P S S P P
150m S P P P S P P
200m S P S P
250m S P S P
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10 to 13 other Series 200
detectors connected to
transformer
Detectors on
this cable
1 2 3 4
Cable length
50m S S S S
100m S S P P
150m S P P
200m S P
250m P P
3.2.2 Cable lengths by calculation
This section is provided for cases where the tables cannot be applied, for example where
detectors other than the AGD 200 series are used.
First calculate the lowest transformer voltage under worst case conditions using the total
transformer current:
Vmin = Vmin - (Rs x total transformer current in Amps)
Then subtract the minimum voltage at which the detector will work (19.2 volts). This gives the
maximum voltage drop which can be allowed in any cable.
Max allowed voltage drop = Vmin - 19.2
The maximum allowable length for each cable can then be calculated:
Maximum cable length = Vmin - 19.2
current x 0.042 (0.042 is the cable resistance in
ohms per metre)
If longer cables are required, the arrangements must be revised. For example by using two cable
cores in parallel the maximum cable length changes to:
Vmin - 19.2
current x 0.021
Running separate cables to each post improves the situation since the calculation applies to each
cable, so that each cable will take less current. All loads on each cable must be allowed for
including pedestrian crossing detectors and kerbside detectors.
Where the situation is more complicated due to sharing of cables it will be necessary to calculate
the voltage at each detector - This voltage must be at least 19.2 volts.
The voltage at the end of any single cable is given by subtracting 0.042 x the length of the cable
in metres x the current in the cable from the voltage at the start of the cable. This applies to 1 sq
mm cable with a separate return conductor for each run. This is based on the out-and-return
resistance of the cable being 0.042 ohms per metre.
The calculations may be worked out using the tabular form shown below:
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Table 7 - Calculation of Maximum Cable Length (Controller-mounted ac supply)
Cable
1
Cable
2
Cable
4
Cable
3
Current + + + =
Total
Current
x Rs =
Volts
21.26 -
= Volts
(Lowest transformer
voltage)
(Transformer
voltage drop)
- 19.2 =
Amps
(Maximum allowable
voltage drop in any cable)
x 0.042 =
(or 0.021 for
conductors in
parallel)
Maximum allowable
cable length =
=
Metres
(cable 1)
Voltage drop
in cable 1
Rs = 0.309 for 160 VA kit
and 1.3 for the 50VA kit
Note that the above chart yields the maximum length of one cable. The calculation within the
dashed area must be repeated for the other cables.
The calculation may conveniently be carried out with a spreadsheet. The following examples
shows the use of Microsoft Excel to calculate cable lengths for the 50vA and 160vA kits. The
text boxes on this spreadsheet have been added to make visible the formulae to allow the reader
to recreate a working spreadsheet.
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Single Parallel
Current on cable number 1 0.425 Amps Max length:- 98.18 196.36
Current on cable number 2 0.4 Amps Max length:- 104.32 208.63
Current on cable number 3 0.425 Amps Max length:- 98.18 196.36
Current on cable number 4 0.425 Amps Max length:- 98.18 196.36
Current on cable number 5 Amps Max length:- n/a n/a
Current on cable number 6 Amps Max length:- n/a n/a
Current on cable number 7 Amps Max length:- n/a n/a
Current on cable number 8 Amps Max length:- n/a n/a
Current on cable number 9 Amps Max length:- n/a n/a
Current on cable number 10 Amps Max length:- n/a n/a
Total transformer current 1.675 Amps
Voltage on Transformer at min. mains 20.953 Volts
Allowable cable drop 1.7525 Volts
Calculates the maximum cable length for AGDs
being supplied from a controller-mounted AGD
supply transformer kit 667/1/20292/010
Fill in the current on each cable (up to 10) and read
the maximum length in metres from the yellow cells
Notes:-
Assumes cable is 1.0sq.mm
Cells F3 to F12 same as cell F3 but with references to B3 changed to suit row
The minimum voltage allowed at the AGD I/P is 24v less 20% = 19.2 volts.
Cell F3
=IF(B3=0,"n/a",(B14-19.2)/(B3*0.042))
Cell G3 is same but with 0.021 instead of
0.042 to calculate for parallel wires
Cell B13
=SUM(B3:B12)
Cell B14
=23.13-1.3*B13
Cell B15
=B14-19.2
The 0.042 figure is derived from the
cable resistance of 0.042 ohms/metre
for 1sq.mm. cable.
Single Parallel
Current on cable number 1 1 Amps Max length:- 62.01786 124.0357
Current on cable number 2 0.85 Amps Max length:- 72.96218 145.9244
Current on cable number 3 0.4 Amps Max length:- 155.0446 310.0893
Current on cable number 4 Amps Max length:- n/a n/a
Current on cable number 5 Amps Max length:- n/a n/a
Current on cable number 6 Amps Max length:- n/a n/a
Current on cable number 7 Amps Max length:- n/a n/a
Current on cable number 8 Amps Max length:- n/a n/a
Current on cable number 9 Amps Max length:- n/a n/a
Current on cable number 10 Amps Max length:- n/a n/a
Total transformer current 2.25 Amps
Voltage on Transformer at min. mains 21.80475 Volts
Allowable cable drop 2.60475 Volts
Notes:-
1. Assumes cable is 1.0sq.mm
2. Cells F4 to F12 same as cell F3 but with
references to B3 changed to suit row
Cell B13
=SUM(B3:B12)
Cell B14 = B14-19.2
Calculates the maximum cable length for AGDs
being supplied from a controller-mounted AGD
supply transformer kit (160VA) 667/1/20292/008
Fill in the current on each cable (up to 10) and read
the maximum length in metres from the yellow cells
The 0.042 figure is derived from the cable
resistance of 0.042 ohms/metre for 1sq.mm.
cable.
If you double up the go-and-return cores this
reduces to 0.021 (colunm G)
Cell F3
=IF(B3=0,"n/a",(B14-19.2)/(B3*0.042))
Cell B14
= 22.5 - 0.309 * B13
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3.3 Use of Signal head mounted Low Voltage ac Supply
The signal head mounted kit - 667/1/20292/007 - contains a transformer to be mounted on the
spare position on the lower transformer bracket or on the inside of the signal head case if this
position is not available. The kit can supply 1.5 Amps.
If signal head mounted ac power supply kits are employed, each pole equipped with AGDs will
require its own individual kit.
3.4 Use of Additional 27.5 volt dc detector supply
If an existing controller is fitted with one of the 27.5 volt power supplies it may used to power
AGDs. This is not available for new installations.
Table 8 shows the maximum cable lengths allowable using a single cable to supply the AGD200
series supplies (180mA dc) with these supplies.
Table 8 - Number of AGD200 series using a common cable supplied by 27.5v dc
PSU
Number of detectors on one cable run
Max cable run
from Controller
1-2 3 4 5 6 7 8
100m S S S S S S S
125m S S S S S S P
150m S S S S S P P
175m S S S S P P P
200m S S S P P P P
250m S S P P ----- Not allowed -----
S = Single conductor out and return. P = Parallel conductors out and return
Assumes 1mm cable (Out + return resistance = 0.042 Ohms per metre)
3.5 Pelicans with MVDs Supplied to Previous DETR Specifications
MVDs to DETR specification MCE 0114 or TR0114, and supplied under the part number series
667/7/15087/xxx have been previously used for Pelicans. These have been supplied as 240 volt
ac mains working or 24 volt dc, working from the T400 detector power supply. Where it is
necessary to replace an MCE 0114 detector, the TR2123 dynamic detector may be used (e.g. an
AGD200-200). As the power consumption of the TR2123 detector is not more than the
MCE/TR0114 detectors the same cable lengths apply. For completeness the remainder of this
section contains cable information prepared for use of MCE 0114 detectors with the ST800.
The ST800 controller can provide a maximum current of 700mA at 24v dc for powering
detectors. This restriction overides the effect of the cable length so that cable lengths up to 300m
are acceptable for any number of detectors subject only to the maximum current of 700mA.
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4. CABLING
4.1 General
Before deciding upon cabling, individual Customer requirements must be taken into account;
particularly any requirements for separating extra low voltage and mains voltage cores. Refer to
section 3.1 for calculations of voltage drops which must be taken into account.
4.2 Examples
4.2.1 Single Pelican with Signal head-mounted 24v ac supply
This example assumes that 2 AGDs - one for each direction - are mounted on a single pole. It
uses one 12 core cable for signals and another 12 core cable for low voltages.
Table 9 - Mains Voltage Cable
SIGNAL CORE
RED 1
AMBER 2
GREEN 3
RED MAN 4
GREEN MAN 5
WAIT INDICATOR 6
WAIT INDICATOR NEUTRAL 7
NEUTRAL (LAMP RETURN) 8
SOLAR CELL & AGD SUPPLY 9
SOLAR CELL 10
SPARE 11
SPARE 12
Table 10 - Extra Low Voltage Cable
SIGNAL CORE
AGD 1 SIGNAL RELAY 1
AGD 2 SIGNAL RELAY 2
AUDIO 3
AUDIO 4
PUSHBUTTON 5
PUSHBUTTON & AGD COMMON 6
SPARES 7 - 12
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4.2.2 Single Pelican with controller mounted 24v ac supply
The following example assumes that 2 AGDs are mounted on a single pole and that there is no
customer requirement preventing extra low voltage and mains voltage conductors sharing the
same cable. It must be emphasised that this is not a recommended configuration and may only be
used for a customer who will accept this practise to minimise costs.
It uses a single 16 core cable to accommodate two AGDs - one for each direction. If a Solar Cell
is required it must be placed on a different pole or a 20 core cable could be used. If there is a
requirement for spare cores then a 20 core cable would be used. If both are required as well as
spare cores then an additional cable would be needed. Note that the AGD supply must be
independent of the mains neutral - it requires its own supply and return cores (13 and 14 in this
case).
Table 11 - 16 Core Cable
SIGNAL CORE
RED 1
AMBER 2
GREEN 3
RED MAN 4
GREEN MAN 5
PUSHBUTTON 6
PUSHBUTTON & AGD COMMON 7
WAIT INDICATOR 8
WAIT INDICATOR NEUTRAL 9
AUDIO 10
AUDIO 11
NEUTRAL (LAMP RETURN) 12
AGD SUPPLY 13
AGD SUPPLY 14
AGD 1 SIGNAL RELAY 15
AGD 2 SIGNAL RELAY 16
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5. DETECTOR INSTALLATION
5.1 Location of AGDs
Note that it is essential for all types of AGD that the detector has an uninterrupted view of the
target area. It must not be blocked by such items such as backing boards.
5.1.1 TR2123 detectors (vehicle approaches)
The detector should normally be located on the nearside primary signal pole at a height of 3 to 5
metres. The location on the primary pole is the first choice - not a requirement: It may be fitted
on another pole if circumstances dictate. The following factors influence position:
1. Line of sight obstruction such as signs, trees etc.
2. More than two lanes on approach - one required on nearside pole and one on
offside.
3. Road layout permits better aim from offside pole.
4. Cabling requirements.

5.1.2 On-crossing detectors (TR2179)
The detectors are mounted in pairs on diagonally opposite poles to cover the area of the
crossing:-

Detection
zone
Kerb
Kerb
Carriageway
Each detector must be aimed at the opposite kerb.
There must be no obstruction between the front face of the detector and the detection zone, i.e.
no obstruction by backing boards or signal aspects.
Note that where using the AGD220 series detectors manufactured by AGD Systems Ltd. it is
reccomended that facing pairs of detectors consist of one odd and one even serial number. These
detectors are supplied in 2 frequency variants identified by odd and even serial numbers to
minimise mutual interference.

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5.1.3 Kerbside detectors (TR2182)
Kerbside detectors should be aligned downwards to cover the area of the kerb adjacent to the
crossing. The detector must be mounted so that no obstruction is between the detector and the
detection zone.
Carriageway
Pavement
Detection zone
Detector Mounted on pole which
has the pushbutton box
Pole
0.8m Kerb
The optimum position for the detector is 0.8m from the edge of the carriageway.
Mounting height to be between 3m and 4m.
It should be aligned parallel to the kerb edge and face as far downwards as possible:-
5.2 Mechanical Installation
Full instructions are provided on drawings 667/CF/20292/007 and /008 and which are included
in Appendix A.
Refer to the Installation and Commissioning Handbook number 3 Signals and Poles
667/HE/20662/000 for further details on mechanical installation.
AGD 420 shown on pole-mounted bracket.
Note that detector has been set to maximum
declination.
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5.3 Electrical Installation
5.3.1 Connections TR2123 vehicle detector
The detector is equipped with a captive lead with a 9 pin 'Buccaneer' connector. The connector
pinout is defined in the TR2123 specification. It is reproduced here for completeness:
Table 12 - Connector Pinout
Pin Function Detector cable Wire Colour Pre-Wired Lead Colour
1 24v Red Red
2 24v Black Black
3 Earth/screen Green/Screen Green/Yellow
4 Common White White
5 N/C-D Yellow Yellow
6 N/O-D Blue Blue
7 N/O-S Violet Violet
8 N/C-S Orange Orange
9 Spare Pink/Brown Not connected
The mating half of the connector, pre-wired with 1.5 metres of multicore cable is supplied with
the AGD. (See column 4 of Table 12 above).
Cut off the unused wires from the 9 pin 'Buccaneer' connector with the flying leads, leaving the
earth (green/yellow) the common (white) the 24 volt wires and the signal wires as applicable
(blue if dynamic close-to-detect only required).
Fit the connector into the lantern and make the power connections as per section 3.3 if a signal
head transformer is to be used.
To complete the connector wiring, sleeve the remaining wires, including the 24v power wires if a
controller mounted power supply is employed, using the 6mm sleeving. Route to top cap
alongside other wires and connect to terminals. The earth wire must be connected to the earth
terminal block.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Pin layout of Buccaneer socket (non-
wiring side).
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5.3.2 Connections TR2179 on-crossing detector
On-crossing detectors are used in pairs but should be wired into separate controller inputs.
Conditioning is used in the controller to OR the inputs. To meet the requirements of TR2179A
the open-to-detect output must be used (pin 5).
Table 13 - Connector Pinout
Pin Function Detector cable Wire
Colour
Pre-Wired Lead Colour
(where supplied)
1 24v Red Red
2 24v Black Black
3 Earth/screen Green/Screen Green/Yellow
4 Common White White
5 Output (O/C = detect) Yellow Yellow
6 Output (S/C = detect)** Blue Blue
7 Spare Spare Violet
8 Spare Spare Orange
9 Spare Spare Pink/Brown
** This connection is provided by some manufacturers but is not permitted for Puffins.
5.3.3 Connections TR2182 Kerbside detector
Table 14 - Connector Pinout
Pin Function Detector cable Wire
Colour
Pre-Wired Lead Colour
(where supplied)
1 24v Red Red
2 24v Black Black
3 Earth/screen Green/Screen Green/Yellow
4 Common White White
5 Output (O/C = detect) Yellow Yellow
6 Output (S/C = detect)** Blue Blue
7 Spare Spare Violet
8 Spare Spare Orange
9 Spare Spare Pink/Brown
**This connection is provided by some manufacturers but is not permitted for Puffins.
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5.4 Fitting 24v ac Power Supply into STCL signal lantern
Drawing 667/CF/20292/007 shows the fitting of the transformer and positioning of connector in
an STCL signal head.
In some cases the customer may insist on separate terminal blocks for extra low voltage and
mains voltage terminations. If so it may be necessary to fit an additional terminal block. In any
case separate terminal blocks should be used if available.
The following procedure assumes that the 9 pin 'Buccaneer' pre-wired socket has been fitted into
the lantern.
1. Decide on the transformer mounting position. Preferred mounting position is under 'Green'
transformer, similar to existing 'Amber'. Alternative mounting position is on rear of case
behind red aspect - see drawing 667/CF/20292/007. In this case drill holes for transformer as
shown on drawing.
2. Cut red, black and green/yellow wires from 9 pin 'Buccaneer' socket to length to reach the
mounting position and strip ends to suit faston crimp terminals (ring tag for green/yellow).
Crimp a (red) faston terminal to each of the red and black wires. If the transformer is being
mounted on the bracket crimp a ring tag to the green/yellow using the correct crimp tool.
Connect the red and black to transformer terminals (or if preferred connect after transformer
fitting).
3. Fit the transformer using screws and shakeproof washers.
4. If the mounting position is on the bracket under 'Green' transformer, secure the green yellow
earth leads from the transformer winding under one of the mounting screws.
5. If the transformer is being mounted on rear of the case the earth wire included in the kit will
be required. Crimp the green yellow wire from the connector along with the green yellow wire
in the kit into a single ring tag. Secure the ring tag under one of the transformer securing nuts.
6. Sleeve blue and brown flying leads as existing transformers using 6mm sleeving. Identify
loose ends with white ident sleeves. Connect to terminal block in pole cap. Connect earth lead
if applicable to the earth terminal block.
5.5 Fitting 24v ac Power Supply into non-STCL Signal lantern
The following procedure assumes that the 9 pin 'Buccaneer' pre-wired socket has been fitted into
the lantern.
1. Follow the same procedure as described in section 5.4 except that there may not be a
mounting position for the transformer. The transformer must be mounted on the inside of the
case by means of 4 stainless screws, nuts and washers supplied as part of the kit. Select a
position for the transformer and drill 4 off 4mm holes to the hole pattern on the transformer
lugs. Mount the transformer inside the case with the screw heads on the outside. Use the plain
washers beneath the screw heads and shakeproof washers under the nuts.
2. Wiring follows the same procedure as for STCL lanterns.
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6. CONTROLLER MOUNTED AC POWER SUPPLY
6.1 General
Controller mounted AGD ac power supply kits are available - part number 667/1/20292/008 and
667/1/27853/000. These contain a 24 volt transformer together with mounting and wiring
hardware. Note that the location is also used on some controllers for other optional facilities such
as low voltage wait indicators so a check must be made to ensure space is available. Refer to
section 3.2 for information regarding capacity and cable lengths.
If a T500 is fitted into a GEC 104 or 125 outercase the AGD transformer will normally be
mounted in the signal head.
6.2 Location
For T400L & S controllers the mounting position is on the additional termination panel which
should be called up if not already fitted. Drawing 667/CF/20292/008 shows mounting details
and is included at the end of this handbook.
In an ST800 the transformer is mounted on the left hand side panel. The preferred position is in
one of the locations at the bottom of the panel, but any vacant position may be used. Drawing
667/GA/27067/000 - ST800 Additional Panel Assembly - shows various kits mounted on this
panel. This drawing, the current issue of which is available on the STCL handbooks directory,
shows preferred positions for items mounted on this panel. The drawing is not vital for field
installation of the transformer.
If the 50VA kit is used, the transformer is secured with 2 of the screws in the kit which are 4mm
self-tapping. The panel has the following repeated hole pattern:-
66
39
The keyhole slots are not used in this
application and are shown for reference.
The transformer is secured with 2 screws
in diagonally opposite holes.
The earth tag should be secured under one
of the screw heads with a shakeproof
washer under the tag.
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In an ST700 controller case there are 4 drilled holes for the 50 VA version in the chassis. The
transformer is mounted using the 4 off M4 screws in the kit 667/1/27853/000.
Detector
Rack
OMU
(if
fitted)
Transformer
Screw heads
on outside
ST700
Chassis
M/S
Panel
Manual
Panel
Transformer
foot
Earth
Lead
Shakeproof
washer
Plain
washer
Fixings Detail
In general any location which provides mechanical support for the transformer and suitable
access for wiring may be employed. Consideration should be given to retaining access to other
equipment and to maintaining the water resistance and corrosion resistance of the cabinet.
6.3 Wiring
The transformer has captive leads for the primary side and a fused screw connection terminal
block for the secondary. The primary leads must be supported as per standard wiring practice and
should be connected to a fused supply which is live whenever the controller is switched on, i.e.
from the same place as the main controller logic supply.
The connection to the outgoing feeder cable cores may be routed directly to the terminal block on
the transformer. This is the preferred connection method. Alternatively the cable may be routed
via a terminal block on the termination panel.
The unfused side of the transformer output has a flying green/yellow lead with a ring tag which
must be connected to earth by means of one of the mounting screws. This mounting screw must
be bonded to earth.
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7. CONTROLLER INTERFACING
7.1 Buffering
All AGDs are regarded as external. Buffered inputs must be used for external devices; the
handbook for the controller should be consulted.
7.2 Signal Polarity
DETR specification TR2123 calls for both close-for-detect and open-for-detect contacts to be
available. Normal STCL practice is for close-to-detect to be employed. Refer to section 5.3.1 for
connector details.
7.3 Dynamic and Static Detection
DETR specification TR2123 calls for the detection of all moving vehicles at a distance of 10 to
15 metres from the detector and detection of stationary vehicles between 0 and 3 metres from the
detector. However not all detectors approved to TR2123 meet the requirements for detection of
stationary vehicles. Refer to section 9 for details of part numbers.
For use with Pelicans and Puffins, dynamic detection is adequate. For use with intersection
controllers static detection (close to stop line) is desirable for some intersections. Where static
stop line detection is required it will be called up by the configuration. This may take the form of
a second AGD targeted at the stop line area or a loop detector close to the stop line in addition to
a dynamic AGD. In the case of such a hybrid arrangement the stop line detector may be used only
to call and must not be used to extend a phase.
If both signals are available from the same AGD, the dynamic output must be used for call and
extend. The static output must be used only for call.
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8. TESTING
8.1 Safety Tests
If the AGD is being installed on a new installation no additional testing is required apart from
including the external metallic parts of the AGD and brackets in the earth loop impedance testing
of the posts. Insulation testing should include the AGD cables (but do not subject the AGD itself
to insulation testing). If the AGD is being fitted to existing equipment the installation should
undergo the routine safety tests including the above - see handbook 4 (667/HE/20664/000).
8.2 Detection Tests
Detectors to DETR spec TR2123 are equipped with an LED, visible from below the unit to
indicate detection. Alignment is carried out using the clamps on the bracket to adjust the aim.
8.2.1 Dynamic Detection
Adjust the aim until the detector reliably detects cars moving towards the stop line. Detection
must occur by the time that the car has come within 35 metres of the stop line.
8.2.2 Static Detection
Adjust the aim until the detector reliably detects stationary cars which have part of their
bodywork in a zone stretching from the stop line to 3 metres upstream. It is allowable to detect
stationary cars between 3 metres and 6 metres from the stop line.
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9. PART NUMBERS
This section details the STCL part numbers of AGDs and related kits and some manufactures
part numbers.
STCL part numbers
AGDs to TR2123 (dynamic detection only) 667/7/24820/000
AGD 24 volt ac Power supply kits:
for signal head mounting 667/1/20292/007
for controller mounting 667/1/20292/008
Signal head mounted AGD power transformer 667/7/00977/004
Controller mounted AGD power transformer 667/7/15855/005
Modification drawing to fit ac power supply in signal head 667/CF/20292/007
AGD PSU Controller mounting 667/1/20292/008
Additional Panel Assy (ST800) 667/GA/27067/000
See drawings following Appendix A of this handbook.
Manufacturers part numbers (AGD Systems Ltd.)
AGD 200-200 Vehicle detector
AGD 200-201 Vehicle detector low threshold speed
AGD 200-202 Vehicle detector - bi-directional (4km/hr)
AGD 200-203 Vehicle detector - bi-directional low threshold speed
(4km/hr)
AGD 420-200 Pedestrian kerbside detector
AGD 220-200 On-crossing detector
AGD 400-200 Passive infra-red stopline detector (TR2123)
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APPENDIX A - ABOVE GROUND DETECTOR MOUNTING & WIRING DRAWINGS
150
8mm
16.7
mm
16.7mm
33.3
mm
33.3mm
124.5mm
4 off holes
3.5mm dia
Detector to be mounted
on horrizontal arm of
lantern support bracket.
Existing bracket may
require drilling see
detail B
Detail B
Support bracket drilling
Detail A
Holes for Buccaneer
Cut hole pattern on centre or on
side of case, 150mm below
centre of standard cable entry
(see detail A).
Fit pre-wired 9 pin Buccaneer
socket to lantern case as shown
Drill hole 10mm in diameter on
centreline if not already present
and protect the bare metal
INSTRUCTIONS
Mount detector on the horrizontal part of the lantern support bracket (drill
hole if required).
If 24 volts is to be supplied from the controller, then wire the 9 pin
connector direct to the top cap terminal blocks according to the
appropriate table in the handbook text.
If the power is to be supplied via a signal head transformer then see
667/CF/20292/007 and connect as follows:-
Wire pins 1 and 2 of connector to transformer crimp fastons as required
Wire earth lead from connector pin 3 to transformer earth.
Sleeve blue and brown flying leads as from existing transformers using
6mm sleeving.
Ident loose ends with white ident sleeves and wire to terminal block on
top of post.
Wire remaining leads from connector to post-top terminal block
Figure 1 Mounting of AGD and cable termination
The drawings listed below, which are referenced in the text of this handbook, are included after
this page:
667/CF/20292/007 ......AGD PSU Signal Head Mounting
667/CF/20292/008 ......AGD PSU Controller mounting (T400/500)
These have been included for convenience and are at the issue state current when this handbook
was last edited. Current issues are available from Poole Registry.
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