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General Description
The patent pending TS1000 is a next generation controller designed from the ground up for superior performance, easy installation and outstanding reliability. Using state-of-the-art microcontroller technology, the TS1000 provides both standard and enhanced user selectable flash patterns:

• Standard 50 or 60 Flashes Per Minute
• One of Seven TSC Enhanced Flash Patterns
• Multi-Flash-Pattern Mode

Each Enhanced Flash Pattern is composed of a unique sequence of pulses per flash period and conforms to MUTCD specifications. The Multi-Flash-Pattern Mode continuously cycles through all seven Enhanced Flash Patterns, using a single pattern during each activation period.

The TS1000 supports a wide range of crosswalk system configurations and is compatible with standard push button, talking push button, pedestrian sensor and other standard activation devices.

Why Our Crosswalk System Controller Is Better

Superior Performance
• TSC Enhanced Flash Patterns and Multi-Flash-Pattern Mode are designed to maximize pedestrian safety by increasing driver awareness and response to warning systems.
• Generation of contrasting flash patterns to crosswalk and pre-warning systems is supported by dual DC outputs.
• Generation of contrasting patterns to distant pre-warning systems is supported by the 120/240 VAC Aux output.
• An activation override switch provides for continuous flashing during sporting and other high-traffic events.

Easy Installation
• Conveniently located color coded wiring blocks simplify field wiring and allow easy access during installation.
• LED status and digital displays allow easy verification of system operation and configuration during setup and testing.

Outstanding Reliability
• Internal components are protected by input and output surge protection, circuit breaker and output fuses.
• Watertight NEMA 4 enclosure with No. 2 cabinet lock provides protection from adverse weather and security from unauthorized access.

The system controller shall be model SC-TS1000 as marked by Traffic Safety Corporation or approved equal. In order to be approved equal, the proposed device must satisfy the following requirements:

1) System controller must support multiple MUTCD compliant regular and enhanced flash patterns and be capable of activating different enhanced patterns per system activation.
2) Output Pattern Operation and Power Limitations:
	a. Primary DC Power Output:
		i. On 12 VDC models the maximum DC power output of the primary is 96 watts. ii. On 24 VDC models the maximum DC power output of the primary is 120 watts. iii. Output pattern selected by pattern selector.
	b. Secondary DC Power Output:
		i. On 12 VDC models the maximum DC power output of the secondary is 96 watts. ii. On 24 VDC models the maximum DC power output of the secondary is 120 watts. iii. Output pattern selected by output mode selector switches: 1- Same as primary; 2- In Sync with primary, but non-enhanced; 3- Non-enhanced complement of primary; 4- Continuous Non-enhanced flashing.
	c. Combined DC Power Output:
		i. On 12 VDC models the maximum combined power output of the primary plus secondary is 120 watts maximum. ii. On 24 VDC models the maximum combined power output of the primary plus secondary is 120 watts maximum.
	d. AC AUX Power Output:
		i. On AC auxiliary output the maximum AC power output is 360 watts. ii. Output pattern synchronized with secondary DC output pattern.
3) System controller must be based on an integrated, high speed 8-bit microcontroller with non-volatile firmware and memory. All settings must remain intact in loss of power.
4) System controller must include the following controls and indicators:
	a. Power Indicator
		i. System must include a visual indicator lamp for system power.
	b. Activation Duration Setting
		i. Must be field adjustable in one second increments. ii. Must support a range from 1-99 seconds. iii. Setting must be indicated on digital numeric display.
	c. Flash Pattern Setting
		i. Must be field adjustable. ii. Setting must be indicated on digital numeric display.
	d. Push Button Test and Indication
		i. Must include an internal push button for on-site testing. ii. System must include visual indicator lamp for internal or external push button or activation device signals.
	e. Override Switch
		i. Must include an internal switch for constant-on system activation.
	f. Output Indicators
		i. System must include visual indicator lamps for:
			1. System Activation 2. Primary Output 3. Auxiliary Output
5) System must support activation from standard contact-closure type push buttons, talking push buttons and/or pedestrian sensor.
6) System must support a field selected extend option for system activation, to allow or disallow re-triggering of the activation period.
7) System must include an adequate number of clearly labeled and/or color coded terminal blocks for system installation. Terminal blocks must be located to provide adequate access to the installer.
8) System Protection:
	a. Input AC voltage must be protected by a thermal/magnetic circuit breaker. b. DC electronics must be electrically isolated from AC input voltage. c. AC to DC converter must include transient surge protection or an external transient surge protection device must be used. d. AC and DC outputs must be protected with replaceable fuse. e. System must be enclosed in a NEMA 4 rated enclosure or better. System must include a No. 2 cabinet lock or better.
9) Warranty – System Controller is against defects in workmanship and materials for one year from date of shipment and is eligible for TSC's 5-Year Limited System Warranty.