"SLOW DOWN" OEM Radar Activated Sign Kit
"SLOW DOWN" radar activated kit is an ultra low power speed measurement and message display building block. Our state of the art SS300 Doppler radar integrated with ultra high brightness LED's written as "SLOW DOWN" message makes it ideal for use in small, thin and light radar activated message sign for school zones, residential roads, home owners associations, business parks, private roads, large parking lots and other similar installations. With an addition of a power source and enclosure, this kit can be quickly brought to market as a complete product.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) About SLOW DOWN Kit
Q. In addition to your kit, what else do I need to provide to complete a radar activated message product?
A: To complete a working sign you need to provide just a suitable enclosure and power source (AC to DC converter for AC powered signs or battery and charger for battery powered signs.
In fact, we will even suggest to you a suitable AC to DC converter (available for about $10) as well an advanced LiFePO4 battery, AC charger or maximum power point technology (MPPT) ultra-low standby power solar charger to use with your final product. To derive the maximum benefit from our ultra-low power usage radar message kit, it is important for it to be matched up with similarly advanced components to complete the sign.
Q. What color LED's are available for the board
A. We offer standard "MUTCD" Amber color LED's.
Q. Does the radar kit collect traffic statistics about traffic on the road (speed, counts, 85th percentile)?
A. The In-Radar Advanced Traffic Statistics collection is available as a nominal cost option in the radar kit.
Q. I would like to make a sign that also shows the vehicle speed and blinks "SLOW DOWN" if vehicles are speeding. Can I do that with this kit?
A. Our PNL10 speed display kit measures and shows the vehicle speed. Additionally, you can trigger this "SLOW DOWN" message sign directly from it. In this configuration, the SLOW DOWN board is a very inexpensive option as it does not use a separate radar and is a simple string of LED's.
Q. Can I use the messge kit with a traditional lead acid battery or power it from AC mains?
A. Absolutely. The "SLOW DOWN" kit is designed to operate from any DC source from ~7.5VDC to 18VDC including traditional 12VDC nominal lead acid batteries. To operate from AC mains, you need to provide an inexpensive 5 Watts or greater AC to DC converter. Many such converters are available in the market.
Q. Can I change the speed above which the message illuminates?
A. Absolutely. The "SLOW DOWN" kit incorporates our advanced digital SS300 directional Doppler radar. You may select the minimum speed above which the message will illuminate. Additionally, you may also select a "speed limit" threshold above which the message will blink. These limits can be changed via a PC, on-board rotary switch (on the back) or via the radar serial port from your attached controller if you chose to use one.