instALERT®

Variable Messaging done quickly, clearly, simply.

The patent-pending instALERT Rapid Messenger® is the fastest, easiest way to tell the public exactly what it needs to know. Designed specifically for ease and speed of deployment, this variable message sign has no equal and will immediately become an effective, frequently used component of any traffic management system. Its ease of use allows it to be used all the time, making it one of the most cost-effective solutions available.

  • One Person - One Minute: Weighing only 42 lbs, this message sign can easily be unfolded and set up by a single person in about a minute.
  • Flexible: Use it constantly because it mounts almost anywhere; pole, trailer or vehicle.
  • Durable: Internal and external structural elements ensure that your priority can be getting the message out, not being gentle with your equipment.
  • Free Up Staff: The multi-screen message can communicate more effectively than a person waving flags or flares and staff can be more productive.
  • Messaging: Full matrix display provides 1, 2, or 3 lines of text or full graphics capability
  • Upgradeable: instALERT is fully upgradeable to new options and can integrate easily with other products and services provided by All Traffic Solutions. Ask about how our PremierCare program can protect you even further.
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Rapid Deployment: A single person can have the instALERT out of the trunk and deployed with a message in about a minute.

Text Sizes: 5' x 2.5' screen displays font sizes ranging from 1 line of (4) 24" characters to 2 lines of (8) 10" characters to 3 lines of (12) 7" characters.

Folds in half: Sturdy hinges allow this full matrix sign to pack up to only 30" x 28" x 3.25" from an open face size of 30" x 60".

200 Pixels/sf: 2,496 auto-dimming, high intensity LEDs to provide bright, clear text with a 30 degree viewing angle.

Flexible Mounting: You can use the existing threaded holes in the enclosure if your community uses specific mounting hardware for more permanent installations. Otherwise the mounting bracket included will mount to almost any pole or mast arm.

Secure: Quick release mounting tabs lock in place. Once mounted on a post, pole or trailer, only the tamper-resistant end of mounting hardware is exposed. All the removable features are contained within the pocket of the mounting bracket.

Protective Feet: Prevent the bottom corners from being scratched while it is being unfolded on the ground.

Strengthened Enclosure: Internal and external structural elements make sure this sign can withstand years of use in the field.

Easy Wireless Programming: Program and scroll through all your messages, change your settings and even read your battery level via a wireless Bluetooth PDA.

Manual Message Selection: Scroll through pre-programmed messages via 2 buttons on the back of the sign when the PDA is not available.

Brightly Colored Touch Points: Handles and cords are brightly colored to make them easy to see under poor light conditions. You've got better things to do than looking for the basics.

Resist wear & tear: The durable, powder-coat finish also resists graffiti.

Cigarette power plug: Plug directly into your vehicle power jack, a vehicle's 4-pin trailer plug using our 4-pin adapter, or directly into our portable POWERcase supply.

Stow it Away: Put it in your trunk, behind your seat or stow it in the equipment cabinet. This sign doesn't take up much space when it's not in use.

Padded Softcase: Keep the instALERT and power cord safely tucked away in this padded carrying bag during transit or storage.

Low Profile Latches: Heavy duty closures keep the display closed tightly and won't catch on external objects.

Customizable: Different roads & situations require different text and display times. You design each screen to create exactly what you need.

Single or Multi-Screen: Sometimes a single screen is all you need; sometimes you need three. In special circumstances you may even need to scroll through all the stored messages.

Simple: Create and display a spontaneous message quickly or choose a message already designed.

Special Features: Specify each screen independently: to blink and how fast, to reverse or flash or to include custom graphics.

PDA Message: Specify each screen independently: to blink and how fast, to reverse or flash or to include custom graphics.

Basic Scheduling: Schedule multiple on/off times for a message throughout the day to match the ebb and flow of commuters, events or work zones.

Advanced Scheduling: Select a basic day schedule to apply to each day of the week.

PDA scheduling screen

Universal Mounting Brackets: The trailer accommodates any ATS sign easily. If your sign changes because your needs change, you don’t need to change your trailer!

See-through Construction: Open frame design minimally blocks line of sight.

Rust-proof Upper: Aluminum upper structure eliminates the risk of rust.

Solar Charging During Storage: The panels fold facing upward when the sign is lowered, allowing the batteries to remain fully charged during storage.

High Leverage Lift Arm: You need minimal force to lift our largest sign and a 60W solar assembly.

Removable Parts Storage: Lock your removeable trailer tongue and lift arm in the trailer. Prevent unauthorized moving without carrying pieces around to store separately.

Secure: Locking provisions are available for the battery box, jack stands, raise/lower pivot, wheel nuts* and axle* to prevent tampering (*optional).

Lightweight: Weighs a well-balanced 550 lbs, including a pair of batteries. Tow and set up easily by one person.

Multi-Axis leveling: Park where you have to so you can use the sign where you need to. Multiple pivot points allow you to swivel the sign (+-90), tilt (+-5%) and level (+-15%) for optimal viewing without moving the vehicle to an awkward angle.

Height to Sign (telescoping): The distance to the bottom of the sign is up to 68” from the hitch receiver. The additional distance to the ground will vary by vehicle.

Height to Ssign (non-telescoping): The distance to the bottom of the sign is up to 40” from the hitch receiver. The additional distance to the ground will vary by vehicle.

Fits 1 ¼ or 2” receivers: All our hitch mounts include an adapter that will fit most vehicles in your fleet.

Maximum Portability: Use our standard portable post when ease of deployment is the most critical factor. Weighs only 25 lbs and provides up to 56” to the bottom of the sign. It collapses to a total dimension of 7” x 7” x 37”.

Maximum Height: Use the telescoping stand when mounting height takes priority. Weighs 50 lbs and telescopes to provide up to 86”” to the bottom of the sign. It collapses to a total dimension of 13” x 8” x 72”.

Stable Footprint: The collapsible legs unfold to provide a stable 68” x 38” (standard) and 138” x 63” (telescoping ) footprint.

Multiple Sizes: Available in approximately 20W, 60W (shown) or 120W capacities to fit the power needs of your configuration and location.

Universal Bracket: The pole bracket can be mounted to nearly any pole, whether single, multiple, small, large round or square.

Flexible Orientation: Change the connection point and angle of the bracket to ensure that the panel takes advantage of optimum sunshine.

Standard AC Supply (not show ): Available for the SPEEDsentry and SPEEDsentry Shield, this supply mounts within the sign and is appropriate for clean commercial AC sources.

Medium Duty AC Supply: Recommended for the SPEEDsentry and Shield, where a municipal AC source is being tapped. Uses additional surge protection and an industrial AC supply.

Heavy Duty AC Supply: Required for the instALERT or wherever there is a very dirty power source. Uses additional surge protection, an isolation transformer and an industrial AC supply.

Extended Power: The weatherproof POWERcase PC36 stores 36 Ah of batteries and weighs 40 lbs. It includes an inverter and charges from AC or 12V supply. Power is supplied to the instALERT through the cigarette plug receptacle or the AC plug.

Standard Power: The weatherproof POWERcase PC26 stores 26 Ah of batteries and weighs 28 lbs. It charges from AC and supplies power to the instALERT through the cigarette plug receptacle.

Coming Soon: Details for this section are being built. In the meantime, please contact us with your requests, comments or ideas. Thanks!

Display
  • Dimensions; Open 1 5/8” x 28” x 60”, Folded 3.25” x 28” x 60”
  • High-visibility display with anti-glare, tinted, 1/8” UV stabilized Lexan shield combined with superbright LEDs for maximum contrast and visibility up to 1,500’
  • LED pixels; Amber 595nm, 30 degree viewing angle, 100,000 hrs, black background
  • Full matrix; 26 x 96 (2,496 pixels w/individual control)
  • Automatic dimming for ambient light conditions
  • 1 to 3 line messaging

    1. line of four 24” characters
    2. lines of eight 10.25” characters
    3. lines of twelve 7” characters
Enclosure & Signage
  • Integral enclosure handles and nylon web handles
  • MUTCD compliant
  • Durable, anti-corrosion 12 guage aluminum powdercoated chassis and stainless steel hardware.
  • Padded carrying case with accessory and cable pockets
Electronics
  • Weatherproof NEMA 4, IP65 electronics compartment.
  • 100% solid state and conformal coated circuit boards
Power
  • 12VDC supply with cigarette plug adapter.
  • Battery level indicator on sign, PDA and/or PC
  • AC or Solar Assist in 20W, 60W or 120W capacities
  • See our power details for more information
Mounting
  • Universal tamper resistant mounting system to attach to pole, hitch mount or trailer
  • Provisions for locking sign in bracket or direct mounting using threaded holes in enclosure.
  • See our mounting details for more information
Programming
  • Sign returns to last message when power is restored with no loss of stored messages
  • Choose from 25 onboard messages via 2 scroll buttons. Store unlimited number on wireless PDA or PC.
  • Scroll buttons become inactive after timeout to prevent tampering.
  • Preview messages on PDA or PC before displaying
  • Power efficiency calculator for message design
  • Bluetooth Management to access all sign settings wirelessly
  • Link multiple messages for up to 75 screen animation
  • Up to 3 screens per message
  • Variable display time, flash rates for each screen
Optional Features
  • WebEmpowered; online data management and cellular connectivity service for remote administration
  • Can be integrated into speedALERT configuration
Servicing
  • Firmware is field upgradeable
  • Entire face is removeable for service
  • Displays are easily shipped via UPS