Sealite SL-C600 Installation & Service Manual

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SL-C500 & SL-C600
Solar Marine Lanterns
Installation & Service Manual
Version 4.0

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  • Page 1 SL-C500 & SL-C600 Solar Marine Lanterns Installation & Service Manual Version 4.0...
  • Page 2 Version No. Description Date Approved Update Manual August 2010 K. Paton Update Spec Table & Remove SLC400 May 2012 J. Dore Lighthead update (SL-155) July 2015 Y. Chambers...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Sensors ...................... Page 21 AIS Report ....................Page 23 Programming the Lantern: IR Programmer ..........Page 24 Sealite IR Controller / Universal Remote Compatibility ......Page 24 IR Programmer Functions ................ Page 25 Test Mode / Configure ................Page 25 Normal Operation ..................
  • Page 4: Introduction

    As a commitment to producing the highest quality products for our customers, Sealite has been independently certified as complying with the requirements of ISO9001:2008 quality management system. Sealite lanterns comply with requirements of the US Coast Guard in 33 CFR part 66 for Private Aids To Navigation.
  • Page 5: Sl-C500 Model

    The user-friendly, 2-piece design allows the lantern to be opened for convenient battery inspection or replacement whilst the base remains fixed to the supporting structure. Advanced PC or IR Programming Sealite’s convenient PC Configuration Tool or IR programmer allows a host of features to be user set including; • Multiple intensity settings • 310 flash settings including custom character...
  • Page 6 Signal colours compliant to IALA E-200-1 Quality Assurance ISO9001:2008 Waterproof IP68 light-head Intellectual Property Trademarks SEALITE® is a registered trademark of Sealite Pty Ltd Warranty * 3 years Options Available • SL-125 Series Lantern • 200mm bolt pattern mounting plate • GPS Synchronisation •...
  • Page 7 SL-C500 & SL-C600 Solar Marine Lanterns Figure 1. SL-C500 Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 8: Sl-C600 Model

    Solar Marine Lanterns SL-C600 Model The SL-C600, one of the world’s largest self-contained LED lanterns, is a 6–12NM Solar LED Marine Lantern designed for a range of low-maintenance applications. The light boasts a large internal battery compartment, a SL-155 light-head and 4 premium- grade 20 watt solar modules mounted to collect sunlight at all angles.
  • Page 9 Signal colours compliant to IALA E-200-1 Quality Assurance ISO9001:2008 Waterproof IP68 light-head Intellectual Property Trademarks SEALITE® is a registered trademark of Sealite Pty Ltd Warranty * 3 years Options Available • SL-125 Series Lantern • 200mm bolt pattern mounting plate • GPS Synchronisation •...
  • Page 10 SL-C500 & SL-C600 Solar Marine Lanterns Figure 2. SL-C600 Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 11: Product Components

    Serial Port to USB cable may need to be purchased. Please check that ALL of these components are included with your order, and contact your Sealite representative as soon as possible if anything is missing. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 12: Programming The Lantern: Pc Configuration Tool

    You may wish to view these documents to read more about the innovative features and benefits of the SL-155 Series of lanterns. IMPORTANT: the Sealite PC Configuration Tool is designed for Windows Platforms only. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 13 SL-C500 & SL-C600 Solar Marine Lanterns Image 1. Sealite PC Configuration Tool Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 14 Serial Port to USB cable may need to be purchased. 3. Establish the Programmer-to-Lantern Computer Connection (COM Port) Now that the lantern is connected to the computer and the Sealite PC Configuration software has been run, the user must create the programmer-to-lantern connection.
  • Page 15 Version & Lantern Summary information Connection NOT Established If the connection is not available, the Sealite PC Configuration Tool will not display any lantern specific information under the headings “Version” & “Lantern Summary”. If this error occurs, please check the following: •...
  • Page 16: Info Tab

    Displays the number of alarm event recorded by the lantern firmware. Possible alarms (flat battery, low battery, LED failure, high temperature). All alarm events are recorded irrespective of whether the lantern has been configured to respond to an alarm. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 17: Operation Mode Tab

    Dusk till Dawn The daylight sensor is monitored and the lantern will only operate at night time. Time after dusk Lantern only turns on after dusk and for a defined period of time (hours) Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 18 Top tier of the lanterns is set to steady on. With the intensity levels selected to be set to either 25% or 50% of the flashing intensity. Reset Within the lantern, set at the factory, all the parameters are return to default. The event log is remains unchanged. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 19: Flash Code

    Sealite Code Selection This is an alternative method to define the lantern flash code by using either the Sealite IR remote control numerical figure or if known the Sealite rotary switch flash character. Refer to the IR remote control section for valid flash characters.
  • Page 20: Intensity

    69 flash codes in the base table of 256 that will have an intensity cap. The peak power limit for the SL155-2 has been set to 34.375%. There are 51 flash codes in the base table of 256 that will have an intensity cap. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 21: Sensors

    25% to help reduce the heating of the housing. Reaching this point down not trigger the alarm reply. The second boundary is “high”, where at which point, the lantern turns off and triggers the alarm reply. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 22 LUX. These levels can be customised by entering in separate dusk and dawn values as a measure of LUX. If optioned, an external light sensor such as Light dependant resistor or photodiode can be electrically connected to the SL-155. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 23: Ais Report

    10seconds. Typically this message is processed by an externally installed AIS module, however by itself as is quick summary of the lantern operating status. This detail is also displayed on the INFO tab. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 24: Programming The Lantern: Ir Programmer

    Sealite IR Programmer / Universal Remote Compatibility If you lose your Sealite IR Programmer, the following Universal Remote Controller has been tested for compatibility: RCA Type RCR312WR programmed for Phillips TV Type Code 10054...
  • Page 25: Ir Programmer Functions

    The light flashes the current battery status. The light flashes the sunset level in Lux, followed by a 2 second gap, followed by the sunrise level. Levels are in the range of 1 to 5. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 26: Flash Code

    Using the selected operational range and current flash character, the lantern uses the Schmidt-Clausen Method, as described in IALA E200-4 to determine the peak intensity. If the flash character is changed, the peak intensity is automatically adjusted. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 27: Battery Status

    This sets the ambient light level to be lower than the default 100 lux. The light will turn on when its surroundings are darker. The light responds by acknowledgement with a long flash. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 28: Error / Acknowledge Indication

    IR Remote Control, the lamp will flash 49 which is the corresponding number for switches A=3, B=1. Use the IR Remote Control to read the current lamp intensity setting and flash code. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 29: Operational Mode (Advanced Users)

    In Standby mode, the lantern is turned off and the daylight sensor is disabled. This mode does not affect the operation of the GSM module. In Dusk-to-Dawn, the daylight sensor is enabled. Always on mode Standby mode Dusk-to-Dawn mode Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 30: Lantern Testing

    If the settings are incorrect, following the Programming Instructions of this manual to re-configure lantern characteristics, and then re-test prior to installation IMPORTANT: when lantern is being programmed using the Sealite PC Configuration Tool software, it is recommended that the operation setting is set to “Always On” for ease of testing/viewing new settings.
  • Page 31: Installation

    Unpack all hardware and verify container contents. Please contact your Sealite representative if there is any hardware missing. Inspect all hardware for damage. If there is any damage, please contact your Sealite representative. Before activating the lantern, its flash characteristics and intensity must be set.Please follow the programming instructions in this manual to configure the lantern characteristics.
  • Page 32: Optional Gps Synchronisation

    If the light turns on unsynchronised it will continually check for valid time data. Once valid data is found the light will automatically synchronise. Note: Lights will not synchronise if different flash codes are selected. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 33: Optional Gsm Monitoring & Control System

    SMS text messages to designated cellular telephone numbers. users can also have alarms and reports sent to designated email addresses. Please contact Sealite for further information and instructions. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 34: Maintenance & Servicing

    (SL125-C models only). Replacing the Battery The SL-C500 & SL-C600 lanterns have a sealed battery compartment which provides the user with the ability to change the battery after years of operation. The 2-piece design ensures ease of maintenance, as the base remains fixed to the supporting structure.
  • Page 35: Trouble Shooting

    Solar Marine Lanterns Trouble Shooting Problem Remedy Unable to communicate with 1. Connect the USB drive provided by Sealite to the PC and open lantern via USB to view files. 2. Double-click on the file: ???Configx.xx.exe (note, version number may vary) 3.
  • Page 36: Appendix: Flash Codes

    Solar Marine Lanterns Appendix Flash Codes Sealite marine lanterns may be set to any of 256 IALA recommended flash settings which are user-adjustable onsite without the need for external devices. SEALITE® code reference is listed by number of flashes For the latest version of this document visit www.sealite.com or email info@sealite.com...
  • Page 37 FL 15 S 14.0 FL 5 S LFL 15 S 11.0 FL 5 S OC 15 S FL 5 S LFL 20 S 18.0 FL 5 S FL 26 S 25.0 FL 5 S Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com.au...
  • Page 38 FL (2) 25 S 22.0 SWITCH Controller FLASH CODE Q (3) 5 S VQ (3) 5 S VQ (3) 5 S VQ (3) 5 S FL (3) 6 S FL (2+1) 6 S Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 39 FL (4) 20 S FL (4) 20 S 13.5 FL (4) 20 S 10.5 FL (4) 20 S Q (4) 20 S 16.5 Q (4) 28 S 24.5 FL (4) 30 S 26.5 Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com.au...
  • Page 40 MO (A) 10 S MO (D) 10 S MO (A) 15 S 11.0 MO (U) 15 S 11.8 MO (U) 15 S 10.7 MO (U) 15 S 10.1 MO (B) 15 S 10.5 Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 41 SL-C500 & SL-C600 Solar Marine Lanterns Notes Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
  • Page 42: Sealite Led Light Warranty

    Please complete the Online Registration Form at: www.sealite.com Sealite Pty Ltd will repair or replace your LED light in the event of electronic failure for a period of up to three years from the date of purchase, as per the terms & conditions below.
  • Page 43 To the extent permitted by acts and regulations applicable in the country of manufacture, the liability of Sealite Pty Ltd under this Warranty will be, at the option of Sealite Pty Ltd, limited to either the replacement or repair of any defective product covered by this Warranty.
  • Page 44 (up to 3mt in diameter) Area Lighting Mooring Systems & Accessories Head Office Sealite Pty Ltd 11 Industrial Drive Somerville, Vic 3912 Australia Tel: +61 3 5977 6128 Fax: +61 3 5977 6124 Email: info@sealite.com Internet: www.sealite.com Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...

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