How to Identify Generation and Firmware for Trafficalm Flashing Sign Systems

How to Identify Generation and Firmware for Trafficalm Flashing Sign Systems

Overview

This guide helps technical support staff and customers accurately identify the generation and firmware version of CTL2/CTL3 and E-Box style controllers and collaborators in Trafficalm Flashing Sign systems.  

Generation 1 and 2 system are very specific sets of firmware and cross compatibility was limited so replacement requires these specific firmware sets.  Customers are encouraged to replace the Generation 1 and 2 with the versatile Generation 4 systems.  Generation 3 and 4 systems are compatible with each other.


CTL2/CTL3 Controllers

CTL2/CTL3 controllers & collaborators are typically mounted onto a solar panel and come in various generations each marked by specific features and firmware versions.


Applicable Models

  1. M75-SA300-CTL2
  2. M75-SA300-CTL3
  3. M75-SA300-CLB2
  4. M75-SA300-CLB3
  5. M75-SA30M-BSC2
  6. M75-SA30M-BSC3
  7. M75-SA300-BSC2
  8. M75-SA300-BSC3
  9. M75-SA30M-CTL2
  10. M75-SA30M-CTL3
  11. M75-SA30M-CLB2
  12. M75-SA30M-CLB3

GEN1 (2018): 

Rectangular metal control box, batteries integrated into the box.  Mounted directly to the back of the solar panel.


GEN2 (2019-2020)

Plastic CNC made control box with metal faceplate, mounted to back of the solar panel, distinguishable by green (controller) and red (collaborator) stickers. 


GEN3 (2020-2022)

Plastic CNC made control box with metal faceplate, Similar to GEN2, but with light blue (controller) and yellow (collaborator) stickers.


GEN4 (2022-Current)

Square fiberglass control box; features large QR codes for easy support access and the blue QR on the 9controller) and yellow on the (collaborator).  Gen4 is distinguishable by its removable electronics tray.


E-Box Controllers

E-Box controllers & collaborators are typically mounted to the side of pole and come in various generations each marked by specific features and firmware versions.

Applicable Models

  1. M75-SA300-CTLE
  2. M75-SA300-CLBE
  3. M75-SA300-CTLA
  4. M75-SA300-CLBA
  5. M75-SA30M-BSCA
  6. M75-DE0TS-CTLE
  7. M75-DE0TS-CTLA

GEN2 (2019-2020)

  1. Fiberglass cabinet typically mounted to the side of a pole, distinguishable by green (controller) and red (collaborator) stickers.

GEN3 (2020-2022)

  1. Fiberglass cabinet typically mounted to the side of a pole, distinguishable by light blue (controller) and yellow (collaborator) stickers.

GEN4 (2022-Current) 

  1. Fiberglass cabinet typically mounted to the side of a pole, also contains light blue (controller) and yellow (collaborator) QR stickers.  
  2. GEN4 resembles GEN3 but is distinguishable by its removable electronics tray.
  3. Firmware in the 400 range is typically noted on the wiring diagram label inside the controller or cabinet.

Firmware Identification

  1. GEN1 firmware versions: 100 range
  2. GEN2 firmware versions: 200 range
  3. GEN3 firmware versions: 300 range
  4. GEN4 firmware versions: 400 range
Firmware ranges can be determined by looking on the wiring diagram label located on the electronics tray.  The electronics tray is located within the controller or cabinet.

Conclusion
To expedite support and streamline troubleshooting, we encourage you to identify the generation and firmware version of your Trafficalm Flashing Sign System before contacting tech support. This information will enable our technicians to provide more effective assistance with your queries.