Guide to Using Wi-Fi and Control FOBs for TraffiCalm Flashing Sign Systems

Note: This guide details the functions and usage of different FOB types for TraffiCalm Flashing Sign Systems, including Wi-Fi Reset, Toggle, and Activation FOBs. Each section describes the features and compatibility to help you effectively manage your signage operations. Refer to the Table of Contents to find specific information.

Wi-Fi Reset FOB: M75-SABRA-000W

Overview

Model M75-SABRA-000W: This FOB is designed to wake up any compatible controller within range, activating Wi-Fi for 2 hours. This feature allows for programming the sign or downloading data without needing physical access to the device, making it ideal for sales, tech support, and key customers.

Compatibility

• TraffiCalm Gen4 Intelligent Controller: Yes
• TraffiCalm Gen3 Intelligent Controllers: Yes
  
• TraffiCalm Gen2 Intelligent Controllers: Only for the MESH SCRIPT 220 or later, Yes
• TraffiCalm Gen1 Controllers: No
• TraffiCalm Basic Controllers: No

Additional Details

• Factory pairing of the FOB with controllers is not required.
• Internal Information:
  
  • Basic controllers using 013-SASQP board (Gen2) are not compatible.
  • Gen 1 Controllers with RF220 MNCV110F, G, or H Scripts are compatible.

Toggle FOB: M75-SABRA-000T

Overview

Model M75-SABRA-000T: Pressing this FOB activates or deactivates a controller and associated collaborators, causing the sign to flash 24/7 or stop based on the number of presses. It is particularly useful for maintenance or emergency personnel managing critical sign functions like ice, flood warnings, and chain-up area notifications.

Compatibility

• Trafficalm Gen 4 Intelligent Controllers: Yes
• TraffiCalm Gen3 Intelligent Controllers: Yes
  
• TraffiCalm Gen 2 Intelligent Controllers: No
• TraffiCalm Gen1 Controllers: No
• TraffiCalm Basic Controllers: No

Additional Details

• A Toggle FOB must be programmed to be "Toggle Fob Aware" before leaving the factory and must be on the same channel as the controller.  Each state is assigned a channel and setup by Trafficalm and are not universal.
• Internal Information:
  
  • Basic controllers using 013-SASPQ board (Gen2) are not compatible.

Activation FOB: M75-SABRA-0000 

Overview

Model M75-SABRA-0000 (formerly known as the Firehouse FOB): This FOB activates the signs it is associated with, allowing them to flash for a set duration before stopping. It's commonly used in fire trucks to activate the system when returning to the firehouse.

Compatibility

• TraffiCalm Gen4 Intelligent Controllers: yes
• TraffiCalm Gen3 Intelligent Controllers: Yes
  
• TraffiCalm Gen2 Intelligent Controllers: Yes
• TraffiCalm Gen1 Controllers: No
• TraffiCalm Basic Controllers: No

Additional Details

• The FOB must be added as a collaborator into the controller's user interface and will only communicate with signs it has been associated with, either at the factory or in the field.
• Internal Information:
  
  • Basic controllers using 013-SASPQ board (Gen2) are not compatible.