General; Searchlight; Remote Control System - ACR Electronics RCL-100 SEARCHLIGHT Product Support Manual

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GENERAL

The RCL-100D was specially designed for mariners who require a high intensity remote
controlled searchlight that can stand up to the tough marine environment.
The RCL-100D Searchlight System contains a narrow beam searchlight that produces 200,000
peak candle power by combining two 55W halogen lamps with our unique optical quality
parabolic reflectors.
All functions of the Searchlight can be electrically operated by remote control from the pilot
area of the vessel using the URP-102 Point Pad™, URC-102 Master Controller, and
interconnect cable supplied with the RCL-100D. Searchlights equipped with the URC-102
Master Controller now have ACR's unique XRCiZ feature. The XRCiZ feature routinely
operates all moving parts in the Searchlight to keep the motors and drive mechanism freely
running.
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SEARCHLIGHT

The sleek design and modern construction of the Searchlight body makes it attractive for
recreational and commercial vessels. The Searchlight is totally enclosed and is made of rugged
aluminum alloy. It is gasketed and finished to be resistant to the weather.
Mounting
Make sure the area is clean and dry. The Searchlight can be mounted where desired, using
appropriate length 3/16" diameter, stainless steel fasteners. Four (4) nylon shoulder washers are
supplied with the RCL-100D Searchlight. The nylon washers prevent a galvanic reaction
between the mounting hardware and the base of the Searchlight. Be sure these washers have
been inserted in the base mounting holes and that the mounting base gasket is securely in place
before bolting down. Silicone grease should be applied to the bottom of the gasket to help in
waterproofing the unit. When mounting, be sure that the Searchlight is able to rotate 360°
without hitting any obstructions. For the drilling hole pattern, refer to the Searchlight Mounting
Template, supplied in the Mounting Templates.
CAUTION: Do not mount the searchlight upside down. Moisture will not be able to
drain from the inverted light head assembly.
NOTE: The Searchlight should be left uncovered if the XRCiZ feature is enabled.
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REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM

The Remote Control System consists of the URC-102 Master Controller and the URP-102
Point Pad™. This system is compatible with 12 VDC and 24 VDC systems without
modification. The Remote Control System may be used with 12 V or 24 V Searchlights, ONLY
THE LAMPS IN THE LIGHT HEAD ASSEMBLY MUST BE CHANGED TO MATCH
THE VOLTAGE RATING.
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