VoiceStar T100 is a solar-powered, portable information radio station, commonly known as a Travelers Information Station or Highway Advisory Radio System. This system allows the user to transmit audible messages over AM radio. The system is battery powered with both solar and 110-VAC charging systems.

VoiceStar T300 is a solar-powered, portable information radio station with changeable message sign, commonly known as a Travelers Information Station or Highway Advisory Radio System. This system allows the user to transmit audible messages over AM radio. The system is battery powered with both solar and 110-VAC charging systems.

Requires FCC license granted to government agency (FCC Rules Part 90.242) or by NTIA (National Telecommunications and Information Administration) for federal government agency or by US Military. Federal Compliance:  NTCIP (National Transportation Communications for Intelligent Transportation Systems Protocol).

Requires FCC license granted to government agency (FCC Rules Part 90.242) or by NTIA (National Telecommunications and Information Administration) for federal government agency or by US Military. Federal Compliance:  NTCIP (National Transportation Communications for Intelligent Transportation Systems Protocol).

Trailer

• The trailer is 159" in length with the removable tongue in place and 79.5" in width. If the optional expanded power configuration is chosen, the trailer is 188" in length. Trailer length with tongue removed (storage position) is 138” regardless of configuration.
• It is constructed of 3" x 3" and 3" x 5" steel tube (ASTM A36) with 1/8" wall thickness and is welded in accordance with applicable American Welding Society (AWS) standards.
• The trailer has a lockable, weatherproof equipment cabinet housing for both transmission equipment and trailer connections.
• The trailer has lockable battery box for the power source batteries. An optional expanded battery bank may require an additional lockable battery box.
• The trailer has a single axle and a fixed height ball hitch (fixed height tow ring and adjustable height ball or tow ring hitches optional).
• The trailer is finished with either a powder coat finish or 2-coat automotive paint process to protect it from weather and road hazards.
• The trailer has all appropriate lighting on frame or tail lights with appropriate trailer electrical hookup (standard 4-pin plug connector connection).
• Weight:  2500-3000 pounds, varies with options.
• Lockable Equipment Cabinets (2):  batteries (1), electronics (1).

Rating:

• The trailer and springs and axle are rated for a minimum of 3000 pounds.
• The removable tongue assembly with optional hydraulic surge brakes are constructed from 3” x 3” steel tube (ASTM A 36) with 3/8” wall thickness, rated for 6000 pounds and fitted with a 2” ball hitch. Wheels are 15” steel with 5 lug bolts per wheel and fitted with P205-75-15B-rated tires.
• Wheels are removable with leveling jacks deployed.

Removable Tongue:

• The removable tongue has safety chains attached.
• No tools are required for removal or remounting of the tongue.
• It is unnecessary to disconnect any optional hydraulic brake lines to effect complete removal and unnecessary to bleed the optional brake system upon reinstallation of the tongue.
• The lighting lead is affixed permanently to the tongue and will separate from the trailer wiring harness at a plug connector when the tongue is removed.

Leveling Jacks:

• The trailer chassis has at each corner a 2000-pound leveling jack affixed in such a manner that the jacks may be readily placed and locked in a horizontal position for traveling without necessitating the use of any tools. The trailer and assembly, when stationary and supported properly with the leveling jacks withstand AASHTO rated 90 MPH wind gusts.

Trailer

• The trailer is 159" in length with the removable tongue in place and 79.5" in width. If the optional expanded power configuration beyond 8X is chosen, the trailer is 188" in length. Trailer length with tongue removed (storage position) is 138” regardless of configuration.
• It is constructed of 3" x 3" and 3" x 5" steel tube (ASTM A36) with 1/8" wall thickness, and is welded in accordance with applicable American Welding Society (AWS) standards.
• The trailer has a lockable, internally illuminated, weatherproof equipment cabinet housing the keyboard terminal and control panel.
• The trailer will also have a lockable pump housing for the hydraulic pump, and lockable battery box for the power source batteries. Optional expanded battery bank may require an additional lockable battery box.
• The trailer has a single axle with dual axles as an option, and a fixed height ball hitch (fixed height tow ring and adjustable height ball or tow ring hitches optional).
• The trailer is finished with either a powder coat finish or 2-coat automotive paint process to protect it from weather and road hazards.
• The trailer has all appropriate lighting on frame or tail lights with appropriate trailer electrical hookup (standard 4-pin plug connector connection).
• Weight:  2500-3000 pounds, varies with options.
• Lockable Equipment Cabinets (3):  batteries (1), electronics (2).

Rating:

• The trailer and springs and axle are rated for 3500 pounds.
• The removable tongue assembly with optional hydraulic surge brakes are constructed from 3” x 3” steel tube (ASTM A 36) with 3/8” wall thickness, rated for 6000 pounds, and fitted with a 2” ball hitch.
• Wheels are 15” steel with 5 lug bolts per wheel and fitted with P 205-75-15 B rated tires.The trailer and springs and axle are rated for a minimum of 3000 pounds.
• Wheels are removable with leveling jacks deployed.

Removable Tongue:

• The removable tongue has safety chains attached.
• No tools are required for removal or remounting of the tongue.
• It is unnecessary to disconnect any optional hydraulic brake lines to effect complete removal and unnecessary to bleed the optional brake system upon reinstallation of the tongue.
• The lighting lead is affixed permanently to the tongue and will separate from the trailer wiring harness at a plug connector when the tongue is removed.

Leveling Jacks:

• The trailer chassis has at each corner a 2000-pound leveling jack affixed in such a manner that the jacks may be readily placed and locked in a horizontal position for traveling without necessitating the use of any tools. The trailer and assembly, when stationary and supported properly with the leveling jacks will withstand AASHTO rated 90 MPH wind gusts.

Power

The 12-VDC power source for the system is a battery pack charged primarily by a solar array that provides power for the system.

• The battery pack consists of 1 x 280AH liFePO4 battery. Runtime:  radio station operation 3.5 days on fully charged battery; 18+ days with solar deployed, depending upon season and location.

• Battery pack(s) hold a standard 5-year warranty.

• A 110-VAC charging system is also standard on all units and available for landline operation of the system.

• Control of the power supply is provided by a power management system that regulates the charging of the batteries by the solar charging system and provides for temperature compensation, regulation, and distribution of power to the various functions.

• Charging:  the system is equipped to provide for the charging of the 12-VDC power source batteries by either a solar charging system or, alternatively, by a 110-VAC charging system, and is independent of the position of any switch on the control panel.

Solar Charging System:

• The solar charging system consists of a photovoltaic array mounted at the top of the case and a power management system.

• The system provides regulated, “on demand” charging consistent with battery condition, with the ambient solar luminance at the photovoltaic array and with net power consumption within the system.

• Charging of the batteries is independent of the position of any switch on the control panel. Initiation of 110-VAC charging service completely disconnects the solar array from the charging circuit.

• Solar Array:  auto-tiltable 420-watt array; 25-40-degree selectable angles; full 360-degree rotation.

• Batteries are protected from fully discharging by a low voltage disconnect.

• Component operating voltages:  12 VDC and 24 VDC.

110-VAC Charging System:

• The 110-VAC charging system, supplied as standard equipment, consists of a temperature compensating, 110-VAC input battery trickle charger, an ammeter for monitoring the charging process and an electrical receptacle mounted on the control pedestal.

• The system is configured to initiate charging of the power supply batteries when the 110-VAC service is connected without the necessity of operator intervention and is capable of completely charging the battery pack within a 72-hour time period in general. The actual charging time will vary depending upon conditions and state of charge / discharge of the batteries. Batteries should always be inspected for fluids, cracks, damage to terminals, etc., to ensure they are able to be charged / recharged.

Power

The 12-VDC power source for the system is a battery pack charged primarily by a solar array that provides virtual autonomy for the system.

• The battery pack consists of 2 x 280AH liFePO4 batteries. Runtime:  combined sign and radio station operation 3.5 days on fully charged batteries; 18+ days with solar deployed, depending upon season and location.

• Battery pack(s) hold a standard 5 year warranty.

• A 110-VAC charging system is also standard on all units and available for landline operation of the system.

• Control of the sign power supply is provided by a power management system that regulates the charging of the batteries by the solar charging system and provides for temperature compensation, regulation, and distribution of power to the various sign functions.

• Charging:  the system is equipped to provide for the charging of the 12-VDC power source batteries by either a solar charging system, or alternatively, by a 110-VAC charging system and is independent of the position of any switch on the control panel.

Solar Charging System:

• The solar charging system consists of a photovoltaic array mounted at the top of the sign case and a power management system.

• The system provides regulated, “on demand” charging consistent with battery condition, with the ambient solar luminance at the photovoltaic array and with net power consumption within the sign system.

• Charging of the batteries is independent of the position of any switch on the control panel. Initiation of 110-VAC charging service completely disconnects the solar array from the charging circuit.

• Solar Array:  auto-tiltable 420-watt array; 25-40-degree selectable angles; full 360-degree rotation.

• Batteries will be protected from fully discharging by a low voltage disconnect.

• Component operating voltages:  12 VDC and 24 VDC.

110-VAC Charging System:

• The 110-VAC charging system, supplied as standard equipment, consists of a temperature compensating, 110-VAC input battery trickle charger, an ammeter for monitoring the charging process and an electrical receptacle mounted on the control pedestal.

• The system is configured to initiate charging of the power supply batteries when the 110-VAC service is connected without the necessity of operator intervention and is capable of completely charging the battery pack within a 72-hour time period in general. The actual charging time will vary depending upon conditions and state of charge/discharge of the batteries. Batteries should always be inspected for fluids, cracks, damage to terminals, etc., to ensure they are able to be charged / recharged.

Changeable Message Sign

• Dimensions:  height 79", width 137".
• 3 lines, 8 characters per line.
• Characters:  18" square, lens-enhanced LED, 4 LEDs per pixel, 30-degree angularity, 592 nm ITE amber.
• Programming:  local controller, remote via cell gateway.
• Storable messages:  398 (199 pre-programmed, 199 user-defined).
• Message scheduling by day / week / year.
• Power management:  9-level dimming.
• Hydraulic-lift-raised sign to 13’ with manual override.
• Trailer height dimensions:  162" (raised), 109" (stored) 

Communication

•  A cellular gateway is included for remote sign and radio message control.

Communication

•  A cellular gateway is included for remote sign and radio message control.

Transmitter (TR.6000 HQ 5.0)

• FCC-certified Travelers' Information (TIS) radio applications (Certification B7MTR-6000TIS-WB).
• Manufactured in the USA.
• 0-10 watt operation, Class D, duel output devices.
• Approved for military and federal agencies use on 510-530 kHz, 1610-1710 kHz – Certification J/F 12/07677.
• Synthesized frequency selection.
• Frequency stability +/-20 Hz.
• Frequency range:  530 to 1710 kHz AM.
• 5000 Hz audio bandwidth with limiting.
• Power and audio control relays.
• Internal monitor speaker with volume control.
• 24 VDC; power consumption 36 watts.
• 19” rack mount, 1 RU.

Transmitter (TR.6000 HQ 5.0)

• FCC-certified Travelers' Information (TIS) radio applications (Certification B7MTR-6000TIS-WB).
• Manufactured in the USA.
• 0-10 watt operation, Class D, duel output devices.
• Approved for military and federal agencies use on 510-530 kHz, 1610-1710 kHz – Certification J/F 12/07677.
• Synthesized frequency selection.
• Frequency stability +/-20 Hz.
• Frequency range:  530 to 1710 kHz AM.
• 5000 Hz audio bandwidth with limiting.
• Power and audio control relays.
• Internal monitor speaker with volume control.
• 24 VDC; power consumption 36 watts.
• 19” rack mount, 1 RU.

Onboard Program Mixer (DN.1201)

• 6 combination inputs with mic and line-selector switches.
• 6 mono RCA Inputs.
• Mic monitor ¼” output.
• Balanced XLR line outputs.
• Mono ¼” line output.
• AC or 24 VDC power inputs.
• Channel 1 priority control.
• Master and Individual level controls.
• 1U rack mountable.

Onboard Program Mixer (DN.1201)

• 6 combination inputs with mic and line-selector switches.
• 6 mono RCA Inputs.
• Mic monitor ¼” output.
• Balanced XLR line outputs.
• Mono ¼” line output.
• AC or 24 VDC power inputs.
• Channel 1 priority control.
• Master and Individual level controls.
• 1U rack mountable.

AM Radio Antenna

• Hinged erection system.
• 3-piece construction.
• Length varies with frequency.
• Center loaded with tunable tip.
• Black UV and ice-resistant finish.
• AM lightning arrestor, 10' radius high-flexibility groundplane.
• Frequency range:  530-1710 kHz.
• Stored on trailer deck for transport.

AM Radio Antenna

• Hinged erection system.
• 3-piece construction.
• Length varies with frequency.
• Center loaded with tunable tip.
• Black UV and ice-resistant finish.
• AM lightning arrestor, 10' radius high-flexibility groundplane.
• Frequency range:  530-1710 kHz.
• Stored on trailer deck for transport.

FlexPlane Pro Preassembled Groundplane (PPFL.10)

See TechTalk article "Underground Power:  Why Antenna Grounding Is Important, How It Works and Is Installed."

• Preassembled, one-piece construction.
• 32 elements.
• 10' radius.
• High flexibility stranded wire radials (16 AWG, 195-30 AWG strands per radial wire).
• Connection wire:  5' length (4 AWG high flexibility stranded wire).

FlexPlane Pro Preassembled Groundplane (PPFL.10)

See TechTalk article "Underground Power:  Why Antenna Grounding Is Important, How It Works and Is Installed."

• Preassembled, one-piece construction.
• 32 elements.
• 10' radius.
• High flexibility stranded wire radials (16 AWG, 195-30 AWG strands per radial wire).
• Connection wire:  5' length (4 AWG high flexibility stranded wire).

Associated Materials

• Illustrated instruction manual.
• All wiring, connectors, mounts and hardware.
• Test equipment:  wattmeter and dummy load for antenna tuning and system diagnosis.

Associated Materials

• Illustrated instruction manual.
• All wiring, connectors, mounts and hardware.
• Test equipment:  wattmeter and dummy load for antenna tuning and system diagnosis.

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