Philips Bodine WHRCT User Manual

RCT Remote Control Transmitter

When used in conjunction with a Bodine emergency ballast
equipped with the RCT remote control testing feature, this remote
control transmitter allows end users to test emergency ballast

operation from a remote location.

Specifications

Operating System

Pre-programmed infrared remote control

Compatibility

Used with Bodine emergency ballast equipped with the RCT
feature

Power requirement

2 AAA alkaline batteries

Effective IR range

2-30 feet, see Illustrations 1 & 2

Dimensions

12.6 cm x 4.2 cm x 1.7 cm

Weight (excluding batteries)

60 g (Approx.)

Warranty

5 years

Model WHRCT

Operation

1. Aim the remote control transmitter at the infrared
receiver mounted in or on the lighting fixture.

2. Press the 30 SEC key to initiate a 30-second timed
test or the 90 MIN key to initiate a 90-minute timed test.

3. Observe emergency ballast operation and record
test results.

4. Use the RESET key to cancel an unintentional test
at any time.

5. When testing is complete, the emergency ballast returns to
the charging mode.

Maintenance

1. Do not expose the unit to high temperature, strong
sunlight, high humidity, mechanical shock or dust

2. Do not use old and new batteries together.

3. Keep the unit clean with soft, dry cloth.

4. Do not disassemble unit.

Troubleshooting

1. Check for noticeable damage.

2. Check if the batteries are low or inserted improperly.

3. If transmission appears weak, replace batteries.

Range and Direction pattern for infrared receiver as mounted in a typical strip

fixture with two 8’ lamps.

ILLUSTRATION 1

Range and Direction pattern for infrared receiver as mounted in a typical

troffer style fixture with four 4’ lamps.

ILLUSTRATION 2

90°

0°

INFRARED RECEIVER MOUNTED ON SIDE

90°

0°

INFRARED RECEIVER MOUNTED FLUSH
BEHIND FIXTURE LENS DIRECTED DOWN

DISTANCE IN FEET FROM TR ANSMITTER TO R ECEIVER

678910111213141516 5 4 3 2 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

15°

30°

45°

60°

75°

15°

30°

45°

60°

75°

0°

0° INC IDENCE

Remote Control Testing Transmitter

Model WHRCT

User’s Manual

How To Install The Batteries

This remote control transmitter requires 2 AAA-size
batteries (alkaline-type recommended).

1. Remove the battery cover on the back.

2. Observe the polarity of the batteries and the +/-
marks inside the battery compartment.

3. Insert the batteries.

4. Push the battery cover back in place.

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1. Infrared transmitting L.E.D.

2. Status indicator, ‘on’ when
transmitting

3. 30-second test key

4. 90-minute test key

5. Test reset key

RESET

90 MIN

30 SEC

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