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Peak Beam Systems Maxa Beam Operation Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Searchlight Maintenance ......................13 Focusing the Lamp Replacing the Lamp Other Maintenance Kits Technical Assistance ........................14 Remote Control Operation Control Connector Pin-Outs Input Power Requirements Power Connector Pin-Out Troubleshooting Warranty and Repairs ........................19 © 2014 Peak Beam Systems, Inc.

  • Page 3: Overview

    Overview Characteristics: Maxa Beam Searchlights are lightweight, compact, high intensity illuminators that use a field replaceable Xenon short arc lamp and a precision electroformed reflector to provide the ultimate source for long range and wide angle portable and remote-controllable illumination.

  • Page 4: Theory Of Operation

    Theory of Operation: The Maxa Beam Searchlight produces light by passing an arc of electricity between two electrodes in a quartz tube filled with a pressurized atmosphere of Xenon gas. A plasma ball is formed and precisely positioned within an electroformed reflector by an internal microprocessor controlling a servo motor.

  • Page 5: Searchlight Operation

    To set a 16 second timed high beam mode, please see the Programming section of this manual. 9) To Attach a Maxa Beam Filter, line up the 3 tabs on the filter with the slots on the front of the searchlight.

  • Page 6: Searchlight Programming

    Searchlight Programming The Maxa Beam Searchlight’s operational characteristics can be modified with some simple programming sequences. This capability allows the light to be customized for specific applications. For example, if you want to use the light for an extended search operation in a wooded area, the light can be programmed to automatically start up in low beam mode with the beam width at full flood.
  • Page 7 (A) Changing High Beam from Momentary to Timed Mode: Factory default activates high beam when the beam conditioning switch is held to the right. To change function to timed high beam mode follow the below sequence. Once this programming is complete, the light will stay on high beam for 16 seconds when switch is rocked to the right.
  • Page 8 (E) Setting the Smallest Spot of the Searchlight: Note: If you notice a delay between when you rock the beam conditioning switch back to move out of spot position and when the lamp actually starts to move, this means that the spot position is set beyond the point at which the lamp is physically able to move.

  • Page 9: Rechargeable Battery Systems

    When the internal battery temperature returns to normal the breaker will automatically reset. Maxa Beam batteries are sealed in a waterproof case. Do not attempt to use a battery that has a damaged case; please contact the factory about our re-casing service. There are no user- serviceable components in Maxa Beam batteries.
  • Page 10 NiCad Batteries only. Do not use these chargers to charge a Lithium-based Maxa Beam battery or any other device. Only use these chargers with Maxa Beam power cables and adapters. For mobile and vertically mounted applications, always use the safety strap to secure the battery or battery and searchlight to the charger.

  • Page 11: Mbp-1307 Lithium-Ion Batteries

    Maxa Beam Searchlights. The LiFePO battery’s single plastic connector is a different style than the connectors on other Maxa Beam batteries so a compatible 8 inch straight power cord (#MBA-8208-L) is automatically included with the battery. If storing the MBP-1310 LiFePO Battery for long periods of time, fully charge the battery before storing and recharge once every three months.

  • Page 12: Searchlight Accessories

    MBA-1715 Semi-Covert Infrared Filter (715nm): This filter has a sharp cut-on at 715nm and passes the greatest amount of infrared energy of all of the Maxa Beam filters. When this filter is attached, a red glow is visible to the naked eye. It is useful for nature studies, extreme long range surveillance and search applications where total covertness is not required.

  • Page 13: Accessories

    It is useful for temporary site lighting and short range search applications. This filter can also be used with any of the Maxa Beam Infrared filters for evenly lit short range covert surveillance applications.

  • Page 14: Searchlight Maintenance

    6) Replace the focus access screws when focusing is complete. Do not over tighten screws. Lamp Replacement All Maxa Beam Searchlight models have a field-replaceable Xenon short arc lamp. directions on how to replace the lamp, please see the Instruction Sheet that ships with each type of Lamp Replacement Kit.

  • Page 15: Technical Assistance

    Remote Control Operation Wired Remote Control: All Maxa Beam Searchlights can be remotely controlled via an 8-, 9-, or 10-pin remote connector on the searchlight housing. This remote control capability allows the operator to control the functions of the searchlight using a wired remote handle such as the MBA-8406 or to hard wire the searchlight directly into an auxiliary control panel.

  • Page 16: Control Connector Pin-Outs

    Control Connector Pin-Outs Standard 8-Pin Plastic Connector (MBS-410, MBS-430-Y, MBS-430-W4-P) Color Function 12VDC Out Blue Ground Orange On/Off Brown High/Normal Beam Black Focus Narrow Yellow Focus Wide Green Strobe/Low Beam Mode blank - not normally used RS-232 9-Pin Plastic Connector (MBS-430-RSY, MBS-430-W4-RSP) Color Function...

  • Page 17: Input Power Requirements

    Input Power Requirements 12VDC Input Systems: (Handheld Packages, MBS-430-Y Series, MBPKG-E, MBPKG-E2) • All specs are at 25° C • Operating voltage range: 10.0 to 13.5 Volts • Non-operating voltage range: ± 36.0 Volts (reverse polarity protected) Current Draw Specs at 12.0 Volt Input (at searchlight connector) Nominal Lamp Off...

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    (takes about 14 hours) 5600 Series Chargers Only Something other than a Only power Maxa Beam searchlights The indicator flashes red when searchlight is connected OR with MBP-5600 OR Allow MBP-5600 powered up with something connected...
  • Page 19 If you have a troubleshooting issue or technical question that is not covered in this manual, please contact Peak Beam’s Technical Support Department and we will be happy to assist you. Peak Beam Systems, Inc. Technical Support Department 1-610-353-8505 (dial 3 for Tech Support)

  • Page 20: Warranty And Repairs

    Warranty and Repairs Warranty Peak Beam Systems, Inc. warrants that for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase that its products (except as listed below) shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and that Peak Beam Systems, Inc.
  • Page 21 rev. H 3/14...
  • Page 22 Peak Beam Systems, Inc. P.O. Box 1127 • 3938 Miller Rd. Edgemont, PA 19028 USA www.peakbeam.com...

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