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SL-RL Series LED Range Light INSTALLATION & SERVICE MANUAL V2-0...
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Version No. Description Date Author Approved Manual Launch September 2015 D. Tomaszewicz Spec Table October 2015 M. Walker Trouble Shooting Guide updated ECR488 September 2016 Y. Chambers General Update November 2016 A. Dixon M. Nicholson Product Update April 2017 C. Bernardo M.
Congratulations! By choosing to purchase a Sealite lantern you have become the owner of one of the most advanced LED marine lanterns in the world. Sealite Pty Ltd has been manufacturing lanterns for over 25 years, and particular care has been taken to ensure your lantern gives years of service.
CNC machined marine grade aluminium alloy, subject to marine grade, two part epoxy coating. The IP67 rated enclosure offers maximum resistance to weather. 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 •...
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Quality Assurance ISO9001:2008 Waterproof IP67 Intellectual Property Trademarks SEALITE is a registered trademark of Sealite Pty Ltd ® Warranty * 3 years Options Available • GPS Synchronisation • AIS Type 1 or Type 3 • GSM Monitoring & Control System (External for AC, Internal for DC) •...
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.
The lantern is pre-programmed to the customer’s specific requirements for convenience (eg. flash, intensity setting etc). The SL-RL Series are extremely intelligent lanterns with a number of features which can be programmed directly via a user-friendly computer program (as supplied on USB drive with every lantern).
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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.
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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: •...
LED failure, high temperature). All alarm events are recorded irrespective of whether the lantern has been configured to respond to an alarm. • To set the date, click ‘Set Date’, choose date and time, press ‘Send’ • To clear the event log, click ‘Clear’ and select ‘Yes’. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
Operation mode Tab Pulse Shape The pulse shape of each flash can be altered to produce a softer light , whereby the intensity will ramp up and down at the beginning and end of each flash. Operational Mode Defines the lanterns mode of operation of which there are four possibilities: •...
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Default on setting. All LEDs are operated in unison and configured by the Operation Mode, Flash Code and Intensity Tabs. Reset By clicking Reset, the factory set default parameters are restored. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
Sealite Code Selection This is an alternative method to select 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.
If an intensity level is selected that is beyond the specification of the lantern, the entered figure will be displayed in red coloured text, and the lantern will be configured to its maximum. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
Sensors Battery sensors The SL-RL series of lantern continuously monitors its input voltage using three definable thresholds. The SL-RL series of lantern continuously monitors its input voltage using three definable thresholds. • For voltages greater than “OK” level, the lantern reports via IR Remote control requests or the GSM •...
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Twidark: this refers to the time between Night and Day Due to the placement of some Aids to Navigation in regards to the position of the sun, some ports may find it advantageous to adjust these settings accordingly. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
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Relay Mode The lantern contains an internal relay. This can be configured to send a signal to a third party alarm. The relay can be configured to be in one of three states Normal, Inverted and Off. Normal Mode The relay is energised during operation. The relay draws 16mA when in operation Inverted Mode The relay is only energised when an alarm event is triggered by the lantern.
10 seconds. Typically this message is processed by an externally installed AIS module, however by itself is a quick summary of the lantern’s operating status. This detail is also displayed on the INFO tab. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
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...
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. The lantern flashes the current GPS Mode. The lantern flashes the current Operational Mode. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
Flash Code This key sets the flash code on the light. Example Key sequence: This sets the flash code to value 123. The light responds by flashing one long flash to indicate the command was successful. Flash Code Numbers The lamp flashes numbers as follows: Hundreds, Tens, Ones. A value of 125 will be flashed as: 1 flash, followed by a delay, 2 flashes, followed by a delay, 5 flashes.
IR Remote Control, the lantern will flash 49 which is the corresponding number for switches A=3, B=1. Use the IR Remote Control to read the current lantern intensity setting and flash code. Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
Operational Mode (Advanced users) The lantern has four modes of operation: Always on, Day & Night, Standby Mode and Dusk-to-Dawn mode. These modes can be selected either via the IR remote control or via the GSM module (if fitted). • In Always On mode, the daylight sensor is disabled and the lantern will remain ON.
Iq, Quiescent current 75.31 Consumption during the day and night time Ie, Eclipse Current 79.08 0.95 Consumption between flashes Igps (average) 77.40 0.93 Consumption over the entire day Irelay 0.18 Consumption when energized (Normal Mode) Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
Protected Earth Point , the negative power supply line (-VBATT) and power supply. Sealite recommends that installers perform a holistic review of the installation’s grounding paths, the lantern and its power supply paths with the purpose of dissipating electrostatic charge build up and eliminating grounding loops.
(Sealite recommend “Dusk to Dawn” mode). Lantern Installation The Sealite SL-RL may be installed with connection to mains power, or as a complete solar powered system (available from Sealite). IMPORTANT: The SL-RL must be installed appropriately where the lantern is not blocked by buildings, trees or other shadows that may affect the visibility of the lantern or the ambient light.
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Option 2: Installation of Lantern to Solar Powered System Sealite has an optional complete solar powered system available to purchase with the standard SL-RL lantern. Detailed instructions for installation of the solar system are listed as follows: 1. Unpacking Instructions Unpack all hardware and verify container contents in accordance with Figure 2.
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Alternative setup, using 2 x 85W panels. Lantern duty cycle and intensity will determine the size and quantity of solar panels and batteries. Figure 2. Installation of Solar Panel & Battery Box Cage Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
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3.2 Installing the Solar Panel & Battery Box Cage The battery box cage (Ref 2.2) and the steel support bracket (Ref 2.4) are attached to the post (Ref 2.3) using coach screws and washers (Ref 2.6, 2.7). a. Drill the post for the steel support bracket (6 places) and install using supplied screws IMPORTANT: The Solar Panel must face the equator.
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SL-RL Series LED Range Light Ref No. Description No. Required Battery Case, SPC353534 Battery, 12V 70AH or equivalent Bolt, battery Washer, battery Spring Washer, battery Nut, battery Figure 3. Battery and Battery Box Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
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IMPORTANT: It is important to work with the team at Sealite when determining the quantity and size of both batteries and solar panels for this lantern. Duty cycle, intensity and local solar conditions are important factors to take into consideration when building a solar powered battery supply.
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...
Please contact Sealite for further information and instructions. Maintenance & Servicing Designed to be virtually maintenance-free, the SL-RL Series will require minimal attention. However, the following maintenance and servicing information is provided to help ensure the life of your Sealite product: 1.
LED Range Light Trouble Shooting Problem Remedy Unable to communicate with Connect the USB drive provided by Sealite to the PC and lantern via USB open to view files. Double-click on the file: Configx.xx.exe (note, version number may vary). Extract the executable file.
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Trouble Shooting Problem Remedy Understanding the Alarm Event Log Is the date set automatically? Yes, but only if a GPS antenna is installed. When the lantern is powered up, the lantern will default the date & time as 1/Jan/2000 00:00 GMT. However this setting will be overwritten once Valid GPS data is detected and the lantern synchronizes with GPS satellite data or manually entered by the user via the LCT.
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1 minute before resuming normal operation. Flashing Battery Voltage Battery Voltage is above 13.5V. this may indicate a ON 1.5 seconds is above 13.5V problem with the solar regulator. OFF 1.5 seconds Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
Appendix Flash Codes Sealite marine lanterns may be set to any of 310 IALA recommended flash settings which are user-adjustable on site 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...
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FL 5 S 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 Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
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SWITCH Controller FLASH CODE FL (2) 4 S VQ (2) 4 S FL (2) 4.5 S FL (2) 4.5 S FL (2) 4.5 S FL (2) 4.6 S FL (2) 5 S FL (2) 5 S FL (2) 5 S FL (2) 5 S FL (2) 5 S FL (2) 5 S...
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VQ (3) 15 S 13.7 FL (2) + LFL 16 S FL (3) 20 S 12.5 FL (3) 20 S 15.5 FL (3) 20 S 12.0 FL (3) 20 S 15.2 FL (3) 20 S 15.0 Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
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SWITCH Controller FLASH CODE VQ (4) 2 S 0.10 0.13 0.10 0.13 0.10 0.13 0.10 1.21 VQ (4) 4 S Q (4) 6 S Q (4) 6 S FL (1+3) 8 S FL (4) 7 S FL (4) 10 S FL (4) 10 S Q (4) 10 S FL (4) 10 S...
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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...
SL-RL Series LED Range Light Sealite LED Light Warranty Refer to Sealite website: sealite.com Latest products and information available at www.sealite.com...
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