Gygolite Centauri 1500 Operation Manual

• 1500 lumen LED light output

• 2 High-brightness Cree XM-L LEDs

• 8 versatile lighting modes

Boost > High > Med > Low

> SteadyPulse > Day Flash > Slow Flash > Walking

• OSP®(On-Site Programmable) Technology

• Compact Rechargeable Li-Ion battery

• Light setting and battery level indicator

• Smart Rapid Charger

• LocktiteTM tool-free handlebar mount

• Helmet mount kit

OPERATION MANUALOPERATION MANUAL

OPERATION MANUAL

Congratulations on your purchase of the Centauri, programmable highbrightness LED headlight system. Please refer to this guide to operate your Centauri safely and properly.

Dual LED Rechargeable Smart Bicycle Light

If you have more questions that are not listed here,

visit the support page at:

www.cygolite.com

CAUTION:

· Headlight may get hot during use. Use caution when handling.

· Unplug the headlight from charger when not in use.

· Unplug connectors by the plug, never by the cable.

· Do not modify or substitute any parts with non-Cygolite parts.

· Do not open headlight case.

· Provide adequate airflow to the headlight to cool during use.

· If the light is on & stationary longer than 5 minutes, turn it off.

· Do not look directly at light.

· Do not operate or submerge under water.

· Do not operate the light unattended.

· Keep headlight away from combustible materials.

· Do not package headunit when hot or immediately after use.

· Carrying a flash light is recommended.

· This light is for bicycle use only.

· State laws regarding flashing bicycle lights may vary among states. Use the flashing modes in accordance to your local state laws as well as federal law.

CENTAURI 1500

FEATURESFEATURES

FEATURES

CONTENTSCONTENTS

CONTENTS

F.A.Q.sF.A.Q.s

F.A.Q.s

The Centauri is designed to be used on bikes in some of the most extreme outdoor conditions. Over time, dust and dirt may hinder the connections on your battery and headlight. To prevent this from happening, ensure that both the battery and headlight are clean after every ride. Wipe the headlight and battery down with a damp cloth. Do not submerge the battery or headlight in water. Remove all dirt around or on the plugs or jacks on both the battery and headlight. The High-Brightness LEDs have extensive life so bulb replacement is not required.

CARECARE

CARE

The headlight will not turn on.

• Make sure the power button was firmly pressed.

• Make sure the battery cable is properly connected.

• Make sure the battery is fully charged.

The headlight turns off over rough terrain.

• Make sure battery cable is securely plugged into the headlight.

• Make sure battery cable is fastened to the handlebar to

minimize cable vibration.

TROUBLESHOOTINGTROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING

In the USA, the Centauri comes with a lifetime limited warranty on the light housing and one year warranty on electrical parts, against any defective part or craftsmanship. The battery is warranted up to 6 months after the original date of purchase. If the unit is under warranty, Cygolite will repair or replace defective components at no charge provided the product has not been subject to misuse, abuse, or non-Cygolite authorized alteration, modification or repair. Warranted products requiring service must receive a Return Merchandise Authorization number (RMA#) from customer service. The original receipt (INCLUDING DATE) is required on all warranty repairs. Shipping costs inccured from shipping warranty or repair items from the customer to Cygolite are covered by the customer. For warranty issues outside the USA, contact the retailer where the purchase was made.

WARRANTYWARRANTY

WARRANTY

CYGOLITE

1307-A EAST SAINT GERTRUDE PL., SANTA ANA, CA 92705 USA

PHONE: (714) 437-7752 FAX: (714) 437-7962

www.cygolite.com

All Cygolite products are backed by Cygolite’s warranty, providing quality, craftsmanship, and the assistance of our knowledgeable staff. If any support is needed, we will assist with 48 hour turnarounds on parts and service. For questions, problems, and/or authorized Cygolite parts contact us.

COMMITMENTCOMMITMENT

COMMITMENT

• High-brightness LED headlight

• Rechargeable Li-Ion battery

• Smart Rapid charger

• LocktiteTM Handlebar Bracket

• Helmet mount kit

• Operation Manual

Q: When should I replace the bulbs?

· The LEDs have extensive life so bulb replacement is not necessary.

Q: When should I charge my battery?

· The battery can be charged any time, but we recommend fully charging the battery every time you charge it.

Q: Can I leave my battery on the charger for extended periods of time?

· The Smart charger prevents damage from overcharging but, like all electrical appliances, we recommend unplugging the battery and charger once the battery is fully charged.

Q: Can I give a partial charge to my battery?

· In order for the battery level indicator to be accurate we recommend fully charging the battery every time.

Q: How do I know the charger is charging?

· When the Smart charger system is plugged into the wall outlet and connected to the battery, the LED charging indicator on the charger will be RED, indicating it is in Rapid charge mode. If the LED shows GREEN, the charger is in trickle mode and the battery is fully charged.

Q: Are other batteries interchangeable with this light?

· No, the Centauri is only compatible with the Li-Ion battery it came with. This light is not compatible with any other batteries.

Q: Will chargers for my other Cygolite systems recharge the Centauri battery?

· Yes, the Centauri battery is compatible with CygoLite’s 7.6 volt Li-Ion chargers used on the TridenX, and Turbo (7.6v) systems

Q: Can I use non-Cygolite parts for this unit?

· No, Cygolite parts are manufactured to specific quality specifications. Use of non-Cygolite parts will void the warranty and may cause damage to the light.

Q: Can I use this light for activities other than cycling?

· No, this light is specifically intended for bicycle use only.

QUESTIONS ABOUT ADJUSTING BRIGHTNESS / FLASH SPEEDS Q: Can I reset my light back to manufacture default setting?

· Yes, when the light is on, press and HOLD the power button for 7 SECONDS. The light will turn off, then restart with the factory default settings.

Q: Are my programmed settings going to be saved after I unplug the battery?

· Yes, your programmed settings will be saved until you press the OSP button.

Q: Why can’t I adjust the Boost brightness or Walking mode?

· Those 2 modes are permanent and can not be programmed.

Q: What if I don’t want to program the light, can I use it normally?

· Yes you can use the light with the factory default settings it came with.

RUN TIMESRUN TIMES

RUN TIMES

The run times below are based on the factory default settings. Run times will vary if you customize the light settings.

NOTE: *SteadyPulse mode combines steady brightness to see and alerting flash to be seen into one mode. It is made especially for riding at night in high traffic areas.

RUN TIME* (hr: min)

2 3

6:30

3:30

48 16 45

BICYCLE MODE

Boost

High

Medium

Low

SPECIAL MODE

SteadyPulse*

Day Flash

Slow Flash

Walking

(lumen)

(1500) (1100)

(600) (100)

Add Foam Pad

The Centauri features a BICYCLING MODE with 4 brightness mode, and a SPECIAL MODE with 3 flashing, and a walking mode. Among these is a new SteadyPulseTM mode, which alerts motorists with flashes while constantly lighting your path. These modes are controlled by the power button and OSP button on the top of the headlight. On top center of the headlight are 4 indicators that show which setting the headlight is in with the far right indicator also functioning as a battery level indicator. The diagram and instructions below indicate where these features are located on the headlight and how to properly use them.

CAUTION: The light may get hot during use. Handle with care and turn

light off if stationary for more than 5 minutes.

TO RESTORE FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS

While the light is ON, press and HOLD the power button for 7 seconds. The light will turn off, then turn back on with the factory default settings.

THERMAL PROTECTION

The Centauri features built in thermal protection to prevent the light from overheating. The thermal protection will automatically dim the light (approx. 15% brightness reduction) until the light cools to a normal operating temperature. At that time, the light will return to its normal brightness.

HEADLIGHT OPERATIONHEADLIGHT OPERATION

HEADLIGHT OPERATION

1 2

MOUNTING BATTERYMOUNTING BATTERY

MOUNTING BATTERY

Velcro Slot

TO REMOVE HEADLIGHT FROM THE HANDLEBARS

1. Press tab on bracket plate forward.

2. Slide headunit up.

TO ADJUST THE SIDE-TO-SIDE BEAM DIRECTION

Roll the headlight left to right to adjust the side-to-side direction.

POWER BUTTON

LIGHT MODE

INDICATORS

BATTERY LEVEL

INDICATOR

Frame mount

OSP BUTTON

Spacers

Rubber Pad

MOUNTING ON HANDLEBARSMOUNTING ON HANDLEBARS

MOUNTING ON HANDLEBARS

1. Attach handlebar spacers to inside of handlebar bracket for standard sized and remove them for oversized handlebars.

2. Swing thumbnut down from thumbnut slot to open bracket.

3. Attach rubber pad to handlebar spacer. First remove paper from rubber pad to reveal adhesive side, align rubber pad holes to handlebar spacer plugs and join together.

4. Wrap bracket around handlebar & return thumbnut to slotted space.

5. Twist thumbnut clockwise until tight.

6. Slide headlight downward into bracket until headlight clicks into place.

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR

The battery level indicator is the blue LED furthest to the right. It flashes 3 different speeds to indicate the battery levels.

BATTERY CHARGINGBATTERY CHARGING

BATTERY CHARGING

NOTE: Give the battery a full charge before using for the first time. To prolong battery life, give the battery a 1 hour charge every 2 months it is not being used.

1. Connect the charger to wall outlet first then the battery to the charger (Follow sequence for proper charging.) NOTE: The LED charging indicator on charger may take up to 30 seconds to turn on after the battery and charger have been connected.

2. The LED on the Smart rapid charger shows red when charging then green when fully charged.

Allow approx. 8 continuous hours to fully charge a drained battery.

4. Disconnect charger from battery when charging is complete & not in use.

Smart rapid charger

LED charging indicator RED=Charging GREEN=Fully charged

WARNING: Charge the battery with the supplied charger only. Using any other Non-Cygolite 7.6v charger to charge the battery may result in damage. The Smart Rapid charger is for indoor use only. Unplug the battery, and charger once the battery is fully charged.

Allow approximately 8 hours to fully charge

Battery

Outlet

HELMET MOUNTINGHELMET MOUNTING

HELMET MOUNTING

LIGHT MODE INDICTORS

The 4 illuminated LEDs on the top of the headlight show which setting is in use.

1. Add foam pad to underside of helmet bracket to cushion against the helmet. Peel back white paper to reveal adhesive and fasten to the helmet bracket.

2. Weave the 12" long velcro strap up through one hole of the helmet bracket, then through the plastic loop. Pull the strap until the plastic loop prevents the strap from moving further.

3. Position the helmet bracket above the helmet vent holes on the front top of the helmet.

4. Insert velcro strap downward through the vent hole then up through the opposing vent hold. Thread the velcro strap through the helmet bracket and pull to tighten. Then faster the velcro strap to itself, making sure the helmet bracket is secured in place.

5. Sliding downward, insert the headlight bracket plate into the helmet bracket until the parts lock in place. To remove the headlight, press the bracket tab forward and slide the headlight up.

6. Connect the headlight cable to the extension cable. Secure the extension cable to the helmet by placing the 2” velcro on the top of the helmet. Remove the white paper on the one side to reveal the adhesive material. Attach the adhesive side to the helmet and separate the velcro strap from itself. Sandwich the cable in between the hook and loop of the velcro strap to secure the cable in place.

7. Place the battery in your hydration pack or jersey pocket.

8. Adjust the helmet bracket up and down to your preferred viewing angle. If the swivel becomes loose, tighten with a phillips screwdriver.

INDICATOR

top of headlight

BICYCLE Mode

SPECIAL Mode

HIGH

DAY FLASH

MEDIUM

SLOW FLASH

LOW

WALKING

BOOST

S.PULSE

Constant

with blink

Full to

3/4 hour left

Fast Flash

Less than

3/4 hour left

Slow Flash

Less than

1/4 hour left

Headlight flashes for 20 seconds

then turns off

Battery Empty

time remaining

Indicator

Flash sequence

Indicator

(top of headlight)

1. An adhesive foam pad is included to provide cushion and grip between the battery and the bike. Apply the foam padding to the center of the battery opposite the velcro slot.

2. Thread the velcro strap through the velcro slot

3. Wrap velcro strap around frame, through plastic loop, & fasten to

itself BATTERY MOUNTING PRECAUTIONS: When mounting the battery to the bike, make sure the battery cable and battery velcro strap do not interfere with the brake cables or the ability to turn the handlebars.

foam pad

Turn ON

BICYCLE MODE (4)

Boost >High > Med > Low

PLUG battery cable

to headlight cable

(or from off position)

PRESS Power button

SPECIAL MODE (4)

SteadyPulse > Day Flash > Slow Flash > Walking

(From off position)

PRESS power button for 2 seconds

and then RELEASE

PRESS Power button to scroll between modes

PRESS and HOLD OSP button to gradually change brightness (in Special mode flash speeds change) and RELEASE the button to stop the change. HOLD the button again to change brightness in the opposite direction. If brightness does not change while holding, the light reached the upper or lower limit, RELEASE and HOLD the button again to go the opposite direction. Once you release the OSP button that brightness is saved. HOLD Power button for 2 seconds

Switch

mode

Customize

mode

Turn OFF

CUSTOMIZE LIGHT SETTINGS

OSP® is the first smart technology by Cygolite that gives you the freedom to customize your preferred brightness settings and flashing speeds directly to your headlight anytime, anywhere. You can use the factory default settings or use the OSP button to customize your preferred settings.

NOTE: Boost mode and Walking mode are non-adjustable.

WARNING: Use discretion when programming the Centauri while riding. Do

not program your light during times that require total attention. Cygolite cannot be held responsible for injuries that may occur during riding.

Gygolite Centauri 1500 Operation Manual

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