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Version 4.5
SL-70
2–3NM+ Solar Marine Lantern
Installation & Service Manual
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SL-70
2–3NM+ Solar Marine Lantern
Lens and base
moulded from
UV-stabilised
LEXAN®
polycarbonate
Large industry
standard 200mm bolt
pattern for ease
of installation
Dual internal
high-performance solar
modules
Single LED Optic
Internal
user-replaceable
battery in sealed
compartment
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Table of Contents
Introduction ....................................................................................................... Page 4
Operating Principle .......................................................................................... Page 4
Technology ........................................................................................................ Page 4
SL-70 Model ...................................................................................................... Page 5
Installation ......................................................................................................... Page 6
Selecting an Intensity/Power Setting.............................................................. Page 7
Selecting a Flash Code .................................................................................... Page 7
Flash Codes ...................................................................................................... Page 8
Optional IR Remote Control .......................................................................... Page 15
Sealite IR Controller / Universal Remote Compatibility .............................. Page 15
IR Controller Functions .................................................................................. Page 16
Test Mode / Congure ................................................................................. Page 16
Normal Operation........................................................................................ Page 16
Read ........................................................................................................... Page 16
Flash Code.................................................................................................. Page 17
Flash Code Numbers .................................................................................. Page 17
Intensity....................................................................................................... Page 17
Battery Status ............................................................................................. Page 17
Operational Mode ....................................................................................... Page 18
Lux .............................................................................................................. Page 19
Error / Acknowledge Indication ...................................................................Page 20
Conguration Settings................................................................................. Page 20
Hibernation Mode (Advanced Users) .......................................................... Page 21
Storage Mode (Advanced Users)................................................................ Page 23
Optional GPS Synchronisation ..................................................................... Page 24
Optional AvMesh® Monitoring & Control System ....................................... Page 25
Optional RF Synchronisation ........................................................................ Page 26
Maintenance and Servicing ........................................................................... Page 26
Trouble Shooting ............................................................................................ Page 27
Sealite LED Light Warranty ...........................................................................Page 28
Version No. Description Date Author Approved
3.3 Re launch Catalogue July 2009 K. Paton
3.4 Logo and Warranty Update July 2010 K. Paton
3.5 Update: Spec Table May 2012 J. Dore
3.6 Update: Photometrics August 2012 J. Dore
4.0 Single LED May 2014 D. Tomaszewicz
4.1 Spec table update February 2015 J. Dore
4.2 Update: Contact details January 2016 J. Dore
4.3 IR Controller ash codes February 2016 J. Dore
4.4 IR Controller ash codes June 2017 A. Dixon M.Nicholson
4.5 Battery replacement procedure November 2017 A. Dixon
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2–3NM+ Solar Marine Lantern
Introduction
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.
As a commitment to producing the highest quality products for our customers, Sealite has been independently
certied 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.
By taking a few moments to browse through this booklet, you will become familiar with the versatility of your
lantern, and be able to maximise its operating function.
Operating Principle
The solar module of the lantern converts sunlight to an electrical current that is used to charge the battery. The
battery provides power to operate the lantern at night.
The asher unit has very low current requirements. A microprocessor drives an ultra bright LED through a
through a DC/DC converter, which enables the LED’s to operate within the manufacturer’s specications. The
battery is protected from over-charging within the circuit to ensure maximum battery life.
On darkness, the microprocessor will initiate a program check and after approximately 1 minute begin ashing
to the set code
Technology
Sealite is the world’s fastest growing manufacturer of marine aids to navigation. We
employ leading mechanical, optical, hardware & software engineers to create innovative
products to service the needs of our customers worldwide, and offer the widest range of
solar-powered LED lanterns in the marketplace.
Electronics
Sealite employs leading in-house electronic engineers in the design and development of software and related
circuitry. All individual electronic components are sourced directly by Sealite procurement staff ensuring that
only the highest quality components are used in our products.
LED Technology
All marine lanterns use the latest advancements in LED (Light Emitting Diode) technology as a light source.
The major advantage of LED’s over traditional light sources is well established in that they typically have an
operational life in excess of 100,000 hours, resulting in substantial savings to maintenance and servicing
costs.
Precision Construction
Commitment to investing in the design and construction of injection-moulded parts including optic lenses, light
bases and a range of other components ensures that all Sealite products are of a consistent & superior quality.
Optical Performance
Sealite manufactures a range of marine LED lenses moulded from multi-cavity dies. The company has
superior in-house lens manufacturing capabilities to support outstanding optical performance.
Award-winning, Patented Technology
Several United States and Australian patent registrations are held on Sealite’s range of innovative designs,
with other regional patents pending in Canada, United Kingdom and Europe.
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SL-70 Model
The Sealite SL-70 is exceptional in its unique ability to be able to ‘track the sun’ and operate
reliably in low sunlight conditions. The SL-70 has been proven to operate as a 2–3+ nautical
mile compact buoy lantern in various low sunlight environments such as Britain, Canada and
Europe.
•
Specications subject to change or variation without notice
*
Subject to standard terms and conditions
† Intensity setting subject to solar availability
SPECIFICATIONS•* SL-70
Light Characteristics
Light Source LED
Available Colours Red, Green, White, Yellow, Blue
Typical Maximum Intensity (cd)† Red - 24.7 Green - 26.6 White - 29.2 Yellow - 18.8
Visible Range (NM) AT @ 0.74: 2–3+
AT @ 0.85: 2.3–3.5+
Horizontal Output (degrees) 360
Vertical Divergence (degrees) 7
Available Flash Characteristics Up to 256 IALA recommended (user adjustable)
Intensity Adjustments Multiple intensity settings
LED Life Expectancy (hours) >100,000
Electrical Characteristics
Current Draw (mA) Refer to Sealite Power Calculator
Circuit Protection Integrated
Nominal Voltage (V) 3.6
Autonomy (days) >30 (14 hour darkness, 12.5% duty cycle)
Temperature Range -40 to 80°C
Solar Characteristics
Solar Module Type Multicrystalline
Output (watts) 2.5 (2 x 1.25watt)
Power Supply
Battery Type High grade NiMH
Battery Capacity (Ah) 8
Nominal Voltage (V) 3.6
Physical Characteristics
Body Material LEXAN® Polycarbonate – UV-stabilised
Lens Material LEXAN® Polycarbonate – UV-stabilised
Lens Diameter (mm/inches) 150 / 5
7
/8
Lens Design Single LED Optic
Mounting 200mm bolt pattern
Height (mm/inches) 240 / 9
1
/2
Width (mm/inches) 231 / 71/8
Mass (kg/lbs) 1.4 / 31/8 (SL-70-16AH 1.6 / 31/2)
Product Life Expectancy Up to 12 years
Certications
CE ANSI C63.4-2009. EN61000-6-3:2007. EN61000-6-1:2007.
IEC61000-4-6:2008. IEC61000-4-3:2010. IEC61000-4-6:2008.
IEC61000-4-2:2008. MIL-STD-810F. MIL-STD-202G
IALA Signal colours compliant to IALA E-200-1
Quality Assurance ISO9001:2008
Waterproof IP68
Intellectual Property
Trademarks SEALITE® is a registered trademark of Sealite Pty Ltd
Warranty *
3 years
Options Available
• IR Programmer
• GPS Synchronisation
• 16Ah battery
• 50mm pole mount adapter plate
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Charging the Battery
New lanterns should be left in the sun for 1-2 days to ensure battery is charged before placing
in service. Please note, lantern will re-charge even when toggle switch os turned to ‘OFF’
position.
Preferred Installation Location
For best lantern performance, ensure solar modules are not covered and are in clear view of the sky
with no shadows.
Lantern Operation
Lantern is activated by ON/OFF Switch. Intensity and ash settings need to be set prior to activation.
1. Remove the marked ash adjustment bung from the base of the lantern and set internal toggle
switch to ‘ON’.
2. The power and range settings of the lantern are adjusted by setting the DIP switches inside the
lantern. Your lantern is normally set to maximum range (see ‘Selecting an Intensity/Power Setting’
section of this manual).
3. Set rotary switches to the required ash code (see ‘Selecting a Flash Code’ section of this
manual).
4. Replace ash adjustment bung.
5. A sealed vent on the base allows air transfer without moisture intake, and should not be disturbed.
6. To test place dark cover (towel or jacket) on top of lantern to activate sensor, lantern will come on.
7. Ensure that the unit is bolted to an even, at surface.
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5
6
7
8
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
0
1
2
3
A
B
1 2
ON
ON
Rotary
Switch B
Rotary
Switch A
Intensity Setting
F
L
A
S
H
A
D
J
U
S
T
M
E
N
T
S
E
A
L
E
D
V
E
N
T
ON / OFF
Switch
User
Replaceable
Battery
Lantern
Base
Installation
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Intensity/power settings on Sealite lanterns operate via DIP switches, located near the rotary switches
on the asher unit. The intensity/power settings may be used to reduce the power consumption and
intensity of the lantern. Setting the lantern to 25% intensity will reduce the power consumption to 25%
of the normal 100% setting and the range by 20% - 40% depending on the maximum intensity. Refer
to Sealite power calculator to conrm reduced range.. This setting may be used to adjust the current
draw of the light to local sunlight conditions.
The following diagrams indicate intensity/power settings:-
Power Consumption Calculator
If the number of Full Sunlight hours is less than 2.5-3.0 hours, please consider reducing the intensity
(Power) or reducing the Duty Cycle.
All lanterns have 2 rotary switches marked A and B on the asher
unit. Turning the small arrows to the appropriate number or letter
will set the code (see ‘Flash Codes’ section, of this manual). The
unit may take up to one minute to activate a new ash code. A
comprehensive list of available ash codes is listed on pages in
the ‘Flash Codes’ section of this manual.
Example:
100%
1 2
ON
75%
1 2
ON
50%
1 2
ON
25%
1 2
ON
Intensity
Setting
Power
mA / hour
100% 85mA
75% 64mA
50% 43mA
25% 22mA
4
5
6
7
8
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
0
1
2
3
A
B
SWITCH FLASH CODE ON OFF
A B
A 0 FL 3 S 0.3 2.7
Night Hours
(use 13.7 if
unknown)
Power
mA/hour
Duty Cycle
(e.g. 20% = 0.2)
Total power
used per night
(mA)
X X =
Total power
used per night
(mAh)
Solar Panel
Charge (mA)
Number of full sunlight hours
required to break even
(the amount of time it will take for the solar to
replace what the light took out overnight)
/ 279 =
Selecting an Intensity/Power Setting
Selecting a Flash Code - Rotary Switches A & B
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Flash Codes
The Sealite SL-70 may be set to any of 256 IALA recommended ash settings which are user-adjustable
onsite without the need for external devices.
SEALITE® code reference is listed by number of ashes
For the latest version of this document visit www.sealite.com,
or email info@sealite.com
Symbols
FL Flash followed by number Eg. FL 1 S, one ash every second
F Fixed
Q Quick ash
VQ Very quick ash
OC Occulting; greater period on than off
ISO Isophase; equal period on and off
LFL Long ash long
MO Morse code ( ) contains letter
For example, VQ (6) + LFL 10 S means 6 very quick ashes followed by a long ash, during a
10-second interval.
The amount of power your lantern draws through the night depends on the duty cycle, i.e. the amount of
time on as a proportion to the timing cycle. For example, 0.5 seconds on and 4.5 seconds off equals a
10% duty cycle.
It is best to operate at the lowest duty cycle appropriate to the actual needs of the application.
Recommended Rhythm for Flashing Light - IALA Regions A and B
MARK DESCRIPTION RHYTHM
Port Hand & Starboard Marks: Any, other than Composite Group Flashing (2+1)
Preferred Channel Starboard: Composite Group Flashing (2+1)
Preferred Channel Port: Composite Group Flashing (2+1)
North Cardinal Mark: Very quick or quick
East Cardinal Mark: Very quick (3) every 5 seconds or quick (3) every 10 seconds
South Cardinal Mark: Very quick (6) + long ash every 10 seconds or quick (6) + long ash every 15 seconds
West Cardinal Mark: Very quick (9) every 10 seconds or quick (9) every 15 seconds
Isolated Danger Mark: Group ashing (2)
Safe Water Mark: Isophase, occulting, one long ash every 10 seconds or Morse Code “A”
Special Marks: Any, other than those described for Cardinal, Isolated Danger or Safe Water Marks
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SWITCH
IR
Controller FLASH CODE ON OFF
A B
0 0 000 F (Steady light)
D 3 2 11 VQ 0.5 S 0.2 0.3
- - 274 VQ 0.5 S 0.25 0.25
E 3 227 VQ 0.6 S 0.2 0.4
F 3 243 VQ 0.6 S 0.3 0.3
7 3 115 Q 1 S 0.2 0.8
8 3 131 Q 1 S 0.3 0.7
9 3 147 Q 1 S 0.4 0.6
A 3 163 Q 1 S 0.5 0.5
8 4 132 Q 1 S 0.8 0.2
B 3 179 Q 1.2 S 0.3 0.9
- - 293 FL 1.2 S 0.4 0.8
9 4 148 Q 1.2 S 0.5 0.7
C 3 195 Q 1.2 S 0.6 0.6
F 4 244 FL 1.5 S 0.2 1.3
1 0 16 FL 1.5 S 0.3 1.2
0 5 5 FL 1.5 S 0.4 1.1
0 4 4 FL 1.5 S 0.5 1.0
2 0 32 FL 2 S 0.2 1.8
3 0 48 FL 2 S 0.3 1.7
4 0 64 FL 2 S 0.4 1.6
5 0 80 FL 2 S 0.5 1.5
6 0 96 FL 2 S 0.7 1.3
7 0 112 FL 2 S 0.8 1.2
1 2 18 ISO 2 S 1.0 1.0
8 0 128 FL 2.5 S 0.3 2.2
9 0 144 FL 2.5 S 0.5 2.0
D 6 214 FL 2.5 S 1.0 1.5
1 5 21 FL 3 S 0.2 2.8
A 0 160 FL 3 S 0.3 2.7
2 5 37 FL 3 S 0.4 2.6
B 0 176 FL 3 S 0.5 2.5
3 5 53 FL 3 S 0.6 2.4
C 0 192 FL 3 S 0.7 2.3
D 0 208 FL 3 S 1.0 2.0
2 2 34 ISO 3 S 1.5 1.5
5 4 84 OC 3 S 2.0 1.0
E 2 226 OC 3 S 2.5 0.5
4 6 70 OC 3.5 S 2.5 1.0
4 5 69 FL 4 S 0.2 3.8
5 5 85 FL 4 S 0.3 3.7
E 0 224 FL 4 S 0.4 3.6
F 0 240 FL 4 S 0.5 3.5
6 5 101 FL 4 S 0.6 3.4
0 1 1 FL 4 S 0.8 3.2
1 1 17 FL 4 S 1.0 3.0
2 1 33 FL 4 S 1.5 2.5
3 2 50 ISO 4 S 2.0 2.0
3 6 54 OC 4 S 2.5 1.5
F 2 242 OC 4 S 3.0 1.0
3 1 49 FL 4.3 S 1.3 3.0
8 5 133 FL 5 S 0.2 4.8
4 1 65 FL 5 S 0.3 4.7
- - 279 FL 5 S 0.4 4.6
5 1 81 FL 5 S 0.5 4.5
9 5 149 FL 5 S 0.9 4.1
6 1 97 FL 5 S 1.0 4.0
7 1 113 FL 5 S 1.5 3.5
SWITCH
IR
Controller FLASH CODE ON OFF
A B
4 2 66 ISO 5 S 2.5 2.5
8 2 130 LFL 5 S 2.0 3.0
0 3 3 OC 5 S 3.0 2.0
1 3 19 OC 5 S 4.0 1.0
2 3 35 OC 5 S 4.5 0.5
C 6 198 FL 6 S 0.2 5.8
B 5 181 FL 6 S 0.3 5.7
C 5 197 FL 6 S 0.4 5.6
8 1 129 FL 6 S 0.5 5.5
9 1 145 FL 6 S 0.6 5.4
A 1 161 FL 6 S 1.0 5.0
7 5 117 FL 6 S 1.2 4.8
B 1 177 FL 6 S 1.5 4.5
5 2 82 ISO 6 S 3.0 3.0
9 2 146 LFL 6 S 2.0 4.0
6 4 100 OC 6 S 4.0 2.0
3 3 51 OC 6 S 4.5 1.5
4 3 67 OC 6 S 5.0 1.0
- - 280 FL 7 S 0.4 6.6
A 4 164 FL 7 S 1.0 6.0
9 6 150 FL 7 S 2.0 5.0
5 6 86 OC 7 S 4.5 2.5
D 5 213 FL 7.5 S 0.5 7.0
C 1 193 FL 7.5 S 0.8 6.7
E 5 229 FL 8 S 0.5 7.5
B 4 180 FL 8 S 1.0 7.0
6 2 98 ISO 8 S 4.0 4.0
A 2 162 LFL 8 S 2.0 6.0
6 6 102 OC 8 S 5.0 3.0
- - 294 OC 8 S 6.0 2.0
B 2 178 LFL 8 S 3.0 5.0
F 5 245 FL 9 S 0.9 8.1
C 4 196 FL 9 S 1.0 8.0
7 6 118 OC 9 S 6.0 3.0
0 6 6 FL 10 S 0.2 9.8
1 6 22 FL 10 S 0.3 9.7
- - 281 FL 10 S 0.4 9.6
D 1 209 FL 10 S 0.5 9.5
2 6 38 FL 10 S 0.8 9.2
E 1 225 FL 10 S 1.0 9.0
1 4 20 FL 10 S 1.5 8.5
C 2 194 LFL 10 S 2.0 8.0
D 2 210 LFL 10 S 3.0 7.0
7 2 114 ISO 10 S 5.0 5.0
2 4 36 LFL 10 S 4.0 6.0
8 6 134 OC 10 S 6.0 4.0
5 3 83 OC 10 S 7.0 3.0
6 3 99 OC 10 S 7.5 2.5
- - 303 FL 11 S 1.0 10.0
- - 302 FL 12 S 1.0 11.0
F 1 241 FL 12 S 1.2 10.8
D 4 212 FL 12 S 2.5 9.5
3 4 52 LFL 12 S 2.0 10.0
0 2 2 FL 15 S 1.0 14.0
4 4 68 LFL 15 S 4.0 11.0
7 4 116 OC 15 S 10 5.0
A 6 166 LFL 20 S 2.0 18.0
E 4 228 FL 26 S 1.0 25.0
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SWITCH
IR
Controller FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF
A B
0 A 10 FL (2) 4 S 0.5 1.0 0.5 2.0
E B 235 VQ (2) 4 S 0.2 1.0 0.2 2.6
1 A 26 FL (2) 4.5 S 0.3 1.0 0.3 2.9
2 A 42 FL (2) 4.5 S 0.4 1.0 0.4 2.7
3 A 58 FL (2) 4.5 S 0.5 1.0 0.5 2.5
- - 277 FL (2) 4.6 S 0.3 0.3 0.3 3.7
F 9 249 FL (2) 5 S 0.2 0.8 0.2 3.8
2 C 44 FL (2) 5 S 0.2 1.2 0.2 3.4
4 A 74 FL (2) 5 S 0.4 0.6 0.4 3.6
- - 282 FL (2) 5 S 0.4 1.1 0.4 3.1
0 7 7 FL (2) 5 S 0.5 1.0 0.5 3.0
1 7 23 FL (2) 5 S 1.0 1.0 1.0 2.0
- - 257 FL (2) 5 S 0.3 1.0 0.3 3.4
9 B 155 Q (2) 5 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 3.7
2 9 41 Q (2) 5 S 0.5 0.5 0.5 3.5
- - 305 FL (2) 5 S 0.5 0.7 0.5 3.3
5 A 90 FL (2) 5.5 S 0.4 1.4 0.4 3.3
7 8 120 FL (2) 6 S 0.3 0.6 1.0 4.1
A A 170 FL (2) 6 S 0.3 0.9 0.3 4.5
6 A 106 FL (2) 6 S 0.3 1.0 0.3 4.4
7 A 122 FL (2) 6 S 0.4 1.0 0.4 4.2
- - 283 FL (2) 6 S 0.4 1.2 0.4 4.0
9 9 153 FL (2) 6 S 0.5 1.0 0.5 4.0
2 8 40 FL (2) 6 S 0.8 1.2 0.8 3.2
- - 256 FL (2) 6 S 0.8 0.8 0.8 3.6
3 7 55 FL (2) 6 S 1.0 1.0 1.0 3.0
3 9 57 Q (2) 6 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 4.7
- - 295 LFL + FL 6 S 3.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
- - 273 FL (2) 6.5 S 0.5 1.0 0.5 4.5
- - 283 FL (2) 7 S 0.4 1.2 0.4 5.0
- - 311 FL (2) 7 S 0.5 1.5 0.5 4.5
A 9 169 FL (2) 7 S 1.0 1.0 1.0 4.0
7 B 123 FL (2) 8 S 0.4 0.6 2.0 5.0
8 A 138 FL (2) 8 S 0.4 1.0 0.4 6.2
- - 285 FL (2) 8 S 0.4 1.7 0.4 5.5
4 7 71 FL (2) 8 S 0.5 1.0 0.5 6.0
- - 297 FL (2) 8 S 0.5 0.5 1.5 5.5
8 8 136 FL (2) 8 S 0.8 1.2 2.4 3.6
5 7 87 FL (2) 8 S 1.0 1.0 1.0 5.0
4 C 76 OC (2) 8 S 3.0 2.0 1.0 2.0
5 C 92 OC (2) 8 S 5.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
F B 251 VQ (2) 8 S 0.2 1.0 0.2 6.6
- - 286 FL (2) 9 S 0.4 1.7 0.4 6.5
9 A 154 FL (2) 10 S 0.4 1.6 0.4 7.6
- - 287 FL (2) 10 S 0.4 2.2 0.4 7.0
6 7 103 FL (2) 10 S 0.5 1.0 0.5 8.0
7 7 119 FL (2) 10 S 0.5 1.5 0.5 7.5
6 9 105 FL (2) 10 S 0.5 2.0 0.5 7.0
- - 298 FL (2) 10 S 0.5
0.5 1.5 7.5
8 7 135 FL (2) 10 S 0.8 1.2 0.8 7.2
B 9 185 FL (2) 10 S 1.0 1.0 1.0 7.0
9 7 151 FL (2) 10 S 1.0 1.5 1.0 6.5
4 9 73 Q (2) 10 S 0.6 0.4 0.6 8.4
B A 186 FL (2) 12 S 0.4 1.0 0.4 10.2
C 9 201 FL (2) 12 S 0.5 1.0 0.5 10.0
D 9 217 FL (2) 12 S 1.5 2.0 1.5 7.0
A 8 168 FL (2) 15 S 0.5 1.5 2.0 11.0
A 7 167 FL (2) 15 S 1.0 2.0 1.0 11.0
8 B 139 Q (2) 15 S 0.2 0.8 0.2 13.8
C A 202 FL (2) 20 S 1.0 3.0 1.0 15.0
D A 218 FL (2) 25 S 1.0 1.0 1.0 22.0
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SWITCH
IR
Controller FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF
A B
7 9 121 Q (3) 5 S 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 2.5
5 9 89 VQ (3) 5 S 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.3 0.2 3.8
0 C 12 VQ (3) 5 S 0.3 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.3 3.7
E 9 233 VQ (3) 5 S 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 3.5
- - 308 FL (3) 5 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 3.7
0.3 3.7 60 FL (3) 6 S 0.5 1.0 0.5 1.0 0.5 2.5
2 B 43 FL (2+1) 6 S 0.3 0.4 0.3 1.2 0.3 3.5
SWITCH
IR
Controller FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF
A B
A B 171 Q (3) 6 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 3.7
F A 250 FL (3) 8 S 0.5 1.0 0.5 1.0 0.5 4.5
- - 301 FL (3) 8 S 1.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 4.5
- - 266 Q (3) 9 S 0.5 0.5 0.5 1.0 0.5 6.0
0 B 11 FL (3) 9 S 0.3 1.0 0.3 1.0 0.3 6.1
- - 306 FL (3) 9 S 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 4.5
B 7 183 FL (3) 9 S 0.8 1.2 0.8 1.2 0.8 4.2
B 8 184 FL (3) 10 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.9 7.1
C 8 200 FL (3) 10 S 0.4 0.6 0.4 0.6 1.2 6.8
- - 290 FL (3) 10 S 0.4 0.8 0.4 0.8 0.4 7.2
C B 203 FL (3) 10 S 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 7.5
C 7 199 FL (3) 10 S 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 5.5
D B 219 FL (3) 10 S 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 7.0
- - 278 FL (3) 10 S 0.9 1.1 0.9 1.1 0.9 5.1
D 7 215 FL (3) 10 S 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 5.0
- - 261 FL (3) 10 S 0.35 0.65 0.35 0.65 0.35 7.65
3 8 56 FL (2+1) 10 S 0.5 0.7 0.5 2.1 0.5 5.7
8 9 137 OC (3) 10 S 5.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
B B 187 Q (3) 10 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 7.7
D 8 216 FL (2 + 1) 10 S 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 1.5 6.5
- - 288 FL (3) 12 S 0.4 2.1 0.4 2.1 0.4 6.6
1 B 27 FL (3) 12 S 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 7.5
E A 234 FL (3) 12 S 0.5 2.0 0.5 2.0 0.5 6.5
E 7 231 FL (3) 12 S 0.8 1.2 0.8 1.2 0.8 7.2
B 6 182 FL (3) 12 S 1.0 1.0 1.0 3.0 1.0 5.0
4 8 72 FL (2+1) 12 S 0.8 1.2 0.8 2.4 0.8 6.0
5 8 88 FL (2+1) 12 S 1.0 1.0 1.0 4.0 1.0 4.0
- - 272 FL (3) 12.5 S 0.5 1.0 0.5 1.0 0.5 9.0
- - 289 FL (3) 13 S 0.4 2.1 0.4 2.1 0.4 7.6
- - 296 LFL + FL(2) 13 S 6.0 1.0 2.0 1.0 2.0 1.0
1 8 24 FL (2+1) 13.5 S 1.0 1.0 1.0 4.0 1.0 5.5
- - 307 FL (3) 14.5 S 0.5 1.0 1.5 3.0 0.5 9.0
F 7 247 FL (3) 15 S 0.3 1.7 0.3 1.7 0.3 10.7
9 D 157 FL (3) 15 S 0.4 1.0 0.4 1.0 0.4 11.8
0 8 8 FL (3) 15 S 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 10.5
- - 259 FL (3) 15 S 0.5 2.0 0.5 2.0 0.5 9.5
- - 260 FL (3) 15 S 1.0 1.0 1.30 1.0 1.0 10.0
F 8 248 FL (2+1) 15 S 0.6 0.3 0.6 0.3 1.4 11.8
0 9 9 FL (2+1) 15 S 0.7 0.5 0.7
0.5 1.9 10.7
1 9 25 FL (2+1) 15 S 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.7 2.1 10.1
6 8 104 FL (2+1) 15 S 1.0 2.0 1.0 5.0 1.0 5.0
- - 265 FL (2+1) 15 S 1.3 0.7 1.3 0.7 3.3 7.7
- - 264 FL (2+1) 15.75 S 0.55 0.35 0.55 0.35 1.45 12.5
1 C 28 VQ (3) 15 S 0.1 0.5 0.1 0.5 0.1 13.7
- - 313 FL (2) + LFL 16 S 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 6.0 2.0
4 B 75 FL (3) 20 S 0.5 3.0 0.5 3.0 0.5 12.5
3 B 59 FL (3) 20 S 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 15.5
- - 263 FL (3) 20 S 0.5 2.0 0.5 2.0 0.5 12.0
5 B 91 FL (3) 20 S 0.8 1.2 0.8 1.2 0.8 15.2
6 B 107 FL (3) 20 S 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 15.0
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SWITCH
IR
Controller
FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF
A B
D D 221 Q (5) 7 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 2.7
- - 310 Q (5) 9 S 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 4.5
E D 237 Q (5) 10 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 5.7
E 8 232 FL (5) 12 S 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 3.5
- - 276 FL (5) 16 S 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 7.5
5 F 95 FL (5) 20 S 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 15.5
9 F 159 FL (5) 20 S 0.8 1.2 0.8 1.2 0.8 1.2 0.8 1.2 0.8 11.2
9 E 158 FL (5) 20 S 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 11.0
SWITCH
IR
Controller
FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF
A B
F D 253 Q (6) 10 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 4.7
A F 175 FL (6) 15 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 9.7
7 F 127 FL (6) 15 S 0.5 1.0 0.5 1.0 0.5 1.0 0.5 1.0 0.5 1.0 0.5 7.0
SWITCH
IR
Controller FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF
A B
- - 271 VQ (4) 2 S 0.10 0.13 0.10 0.13 0.10 0.13 0.10 1.21
B F 191 VQ (4) 4 S 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 2.3
B D 189 Q (4) 6 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 2.7
8 D 141 Q (4) 6 S 0.4 0.6 0.4 0.6 0.4 0.6 0.4 2.6
- - 299 FL (1+3) 8 S 1.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 3.5
- - 309 FL (4) 7 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 3.7
1 D 29 FL (4) 10 S 0.5 1.0 0.5 1.0 0.5 1.0 0.5 5.0
2 D 45 FL (4) 10 S 0.8 1.2 0.8 1.2 0.8 1.2 0.8 3.2
F E 254 Q (4) 10 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 6.7
- - 300 FL (4) 10 S 1.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 4.5
- - 312 FL (4) 11 S 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 4.5
B E 190 FL (4) 12 S 0.3 1.7 0.3 1.7 0.3 1.7 0.3 5.7
4 F 79 FL (4) 12 S 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 8.5
C E 206 FL (4) 12 S 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 5.5
3 D 61 FL (4) 12 S 0.8 1.2 0.8 1.2 0.8 1.2 0.8 5.2
A D 173 Q (4) 12 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 8.7
4 D 77 FL (4) 15 S 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 8.5
8 E 142 FL (4) 15 S 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 8.0
7 D 125 FL (4) 15 S 1.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 10.5
D E 222 FL (4) 16 S 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 9.5
- - 314 FL (3+1) 18 S 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 4.5 1.5 4.5
- - 304 FL (4) 19 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 15.7
C D 205 FL (4) 20 S 0.3 3.0 0.3 3.0 0.3 3.0 0.3 9.8
5 D 93 FL (4) 20 S 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 13.5
0 D 13 FL (4) 20 S 0.5 1.5 0.5 1.5 0.5 4.5 0.5 10.5
3 F 63 FL (4) 20 S 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 1.5 9.5
0 F 15 Q (4) 20 S 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 16.5
- - 263 FL (4) 20 S 0.5 2.0 0.5 2.0 0.5 2.0 0.5 12.0
E E 238 Q (4) 28 S 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 24.5
6 F 111 FL (4) 30 S 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 26.5
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SWITCH
IR
Controller
FLASH CODE
ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF
A B
- - 275 FL (3+5) 12.2 S 0.9 0.3 0.9 1.0 0.9 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 1.0 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 4.5 - 4 E 78 VQ (9) 10 S 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.3 0.2 5.8
5 E 94 VQ (9) 10 S 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 4.9
1 F 31 Q (9) 15 S 0.2 0.8 0.2 0.8 0.2 0.8 0.2 0.8 0.2 0.8 0.2 0.8 0.2 0.8 0.2 0.8 0.2 6.8
0 E 14 Q (9) 15 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 6.7
- - 267 Q (9) 15 S 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 6.5
1 E 30 Q (9) 15 S 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 4.8
- - 291 FL (9) 32.92 S 0.4 0.8 0.4 0.8 0.4 0.8 0.4 0.8 0.4 0.8 0.4 0.8 0.4 0.8 0.4 0.8 0.4
22.9
SWITCH
IR
Controller
FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF
A B
MORSE CODE ( ) INDICATES LETTER
7 8 120 MO (A) 6 S 0.3 0.6 1.0 4.1
7 B 123 MO (A) 8 S 0.4 0.6 2.0 5.0
8 8 136 MO (A) 8 S 0.8 1.2 2.4 3.6
B 8 184 MO (U) 10 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.9 7.1
C 8 200 MO (U) 10 S 0.4 0.6 0.4 0.6 1.2 6.8
D 8 216 MO (U) 10 S 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 1.5 6.5
9 8 152 MO (A) 10 S 0.5 0.5 1.5 7.5
8 9 137 MO (D) 10 S 5.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0 1.0
A 8 168 MO (A) 15 S 0.5 1.5 2.0 11.0
F 8 248 MO (U) 15 S 0.6 0.3 0.6 0.3 1.4 11.8
0 9 9 MO (U) 15 S 0.7 0.5 0.7 0.5 1.9 10.7
1 9 25 MO (U) 15 S 0.7 0.7 0.7 0.7 2.1 10.1
7 D 125 MO (B) 15 S 1.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 10.5
SWITCH
IR
Controller
FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF
A B
6 E 110 VQ (6) + LFL 10 S 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.3 0.2 0.3 2.0 5.0
7 E 126 VQ (6) + LFL 10 S 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 2.0 4.4
2 F 47 Q (6) + LFL 15 S 0.2 0.8 0.2 0.8 0.2 0.8 0.2 0.8 0.2 0.8 0.2 0.8 2.0 7.0
2 E 46 Q (6) + LFL 15 S 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 0.3 0.7 2.0 7.0
3 E 62 Q (6) + LFL 15 S 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 0.6 2.0 5.8
- - 258 FL (6 + 1) 15 S 0.35 0.65 0.35 0.65 0.35 0.65 0.35 0.65 0.35 0.65 0.35 0.65 1.05 7.95
- - 292 FL (6) + LFL 15 S 0.4 0.8 0.4 0.8 0.4 0.8 0.4 0.8 0.4 0.8 0.4 0.8 2.0 5.8
- - 262 FL (6) + LFL 15 S 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 2.0 7.0
8 F 143 VQ (6) + LFL 15 S 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 2.0 9.4
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Intensity/power settings on Sealite lanterns operate via DIP switches, located near the rotary switches on
the asher unit. The intensity/power settings may be used to reduce the power consumption and intensity
of the lantern. Setting the lantern to 25% intensity will reduce the power consumption to 25% of the normal
100% setting and the range by 20% - 40% depending on the maximum intensity. Refer to Sealite power
calculator to conrm reduced range. This setting may be used to adjust the current draw of the light to
local sunlight conditions.
The following diagrams indicate intensity/power settings:-
All lanterns have 2 rotary switches marked A and B on the asher unit. Turning the small arrows to the
appropriate number or letter will set the code. The unit will respond within 30 seconds to activate a new
ash code. A comprehensive list of available ash codes is listed on in the ‘Flash Codes’ section of this
manual.
Example:
100%
1 2
ON
75%
1 2
ON
50%
1 2
ON
25%
1 2
ON
4
5
6
7
8
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
0
1
2
3
A
B
SWITCH FLASH CODE ON OFF
A B
A 0 FL 3 S 0.3 2.7
Selecting an Intensity/Power Setting
Selecting a Flash Code - Rotary Switches A & B
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Sealite IR Controller / Universal Remote Compatibility
Optional IR Remote Control
The IR remote is used to communicate with Sealite lighting products that have an
IR sensor tted. The remote control is used for the following functions:
• Flash Code: read the current ash code, congure a new ash code.
• Lamp Intensity: read the current lamp intensity, congure a new intensity level.
• Ambient Light Thresholds: read the current light thresholds, congure new
ambient light thresholds.
• Perform a battery health check.
On receiving a valid key signal from the IR Remote, the light will ash once. The
user should wait until the light responds to each keypress before pressing another
key. If there is no response to the keypress after 3 seconds, it has not been
detected by the light and the key can be pressed again.
If an invalid key is detected, the light will ash quickly 5 times. In this case, the
command will have to be restarted.
If you lose your Sealite IR Controller, the following Universal Remote Controller has been tested for
compatibility: RCA Type RCR312WR programmed for Phillips TV Type Code 10054
T/CT/C
Read Lux
Flash Code Intensity Battery Status
Test / Congure
R L
FC I B
3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
1 2
Sealite Key Universal
Remote Key
T Power
1 1
2 2
3 3
4 4
5 5
6 6
7 7
8 8
9 9
0 0
R Channel+
L Mute
FC Volume+
I Volume-
B Channel-
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IR Controller Functions
Test Mode / Congure
Pressing the T/C button for upto 5 seconds places the light in Test Mode. The light will ash once in
response to the T/C button being pressed and then turn off.
T/CT/C
Normal Operation
The light will return to normal operation once it has not detected a valid key press for 30 seconds. The
light will ash once to indicate it is returning to normal operation.
Read
Pressing the Read followed by one of the conguration keys shall cause the light to ash the
congured value.
Example Key Sequences:
The light ashes the ‘IR Remote’ number belonging to the currently set Flash
Code. Refer to the Flash Code tables to match the ‘IR Remote’ ash number
to the Flash Code.
The light ashes the current intensity setting: 1 ash for 25%, 2 for 50%, 3 for
75% and 4 for 100%.
The light ashes the current battery status.
The light ashes the sunset level in Lux, followed by a 2 second gap, followed
by the sunrise level. Levels are in the range of 1 to 9.
T/CT/C
R
L
3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
1 2
T/CT/C
R
L
3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
1 2
T/CT/C
R
L
3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
1 2
T/CT/C
I
B
3
0
B
3
T/CT/C
R L
FC
I B
3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
1 2
L
3
T/CT/C
R
L
3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
1 2
T/CT/C
T/CT/C
T/CT/C
T/CT/C
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Intensity
This function sets the light intensity. Valid intensity values are 1 for 25%, 2 for 50%, 3 for 75% and
4 for 100%.
Example Key sequence:
This sets the light intensity to 25%.
Battery Status
This function reads the battery status. The response from the light is High Voltage: 4 ashes,
Good Voltage: 3 ashes, Low Voltage 2 ashes, Cutoff Voltage or below: 1 ash.
Example Key sequence:
T/CT/C
I
B
3
0
T/CT/C
I
B
3
0
T/CT/C
3
1
2
T/CT/C
B
3
T/CT/C
R
L
3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
1 2
B
3
T/CT/C
Flash Code
This key sets the ash code on the light.
Example Key sequence:
This sets the ash code to value 123. The light responds by ashing the ash code value.
Flash Code Numbers
The lamp ashes numbers as follows: Hundreds, Tens, Ones. A value of 125 will be ashed as: 1 ash,
followed by a delay, 2 ashes, followed by a delay, 5 ashes.
The ash for number 0 is one long ash.
For example if the current Flash Code is set to 51 via the AB switches, the lamp will ash number 081.
For a ash code set to 01, the lamp will ash 001.
T/CT/C
R L
FC
I B
3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
1 2
T/CT/C
3
1 2
T/CT/C
R L
FC
I B
3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0
1 2
T/CT/C
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Operational Mode
Sets the Lanterns Operation mode:
• Dusk to Dawn ,
• Always On,
• Standby
Dusk to Dawn Mode: at Dusk the light sensors will turn on the light and then synchronise to every
other light with the same selected ash code.
Always On: the light sensor is disabled and the light is turned on and then synchronised to every other
light with the same selected ash code.
Standby Mode: manually forces the lantern to turn off, disables the GPS but with access to daylight it
will still charge the battery pack.
Read Operation Mode
Set Operation Mode to Always on
Set Operation Mode to Standby Mode
Set Operation Mode to Dusk to dawn
B IR
T/CT/C
I 1B
T/CT/C
I 2B
T/CT/C
I 3B
T/CT/C
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Lux
This key sets the ambient light threshold levels.
The format is
Where ‘x’ is the desired setting from the table below.
There are 5 programmable lux levels which are set together for the sunset and sunrise transitions.
Example key sequence:
Assume the current Lux settings are at the factory preset values of 2.
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 ash.
Level
Sunset
(Dusk)
Sunrise
(Dawn)
1 64 100
2* 100 150
3 150 240
4 240 370
5 370 600
* Default / Factory Preset
B IR
T/CT/C
B I
R
T/CT/C
L
T/CT/C
1
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Error / Acknowledge Indication
If the key sequence is invalid, or an out of bounds value is attempted to be set, the light ashes 5 times
for 1 second. (The command then needs to be sent from the start.)
Example key sequence: (Set the intensity level to 5 – undened.)
The light ashes 5 times for 1 second.
When a key sequence has been entered successfully the light will respond acknowledgement with a
long 1 second ash.
Conguration Settings
The intensity and ash codes can be changed using the switches on the lamp circuit board or with the
IR Remote Control. The lamp intensity and ash code settings are set to the last detected change,
carried out with the IR Remote Control or by changing the switch positions.
Example #1: If the intensity is set at 100% with the intensity switches, and is then set to 50% using the
IR Remote Control, the intensity setting will change to 50%. If the intensity is then set to 75% using the
switches, the new intensity value will be 75%.
In order to change intensity settings using the IR Remoter Control, the lamp must be powered.
The lamp can detect a change in switch settings if they are changed while the light is powered down.
Example #2: The ash code is set according to the switch settings: A=5, B = 1. The operator changes
the ash code to 65 (A=4, B=1) using the IR Remote Control. The new ash code is now congured to
A=4, B=1. The lamp is powered down and the operator changes the ash code switches to A=3, B=1
and powers on the light. The new ash code is now A=3, B=1. If the ash code is read from the light
using the IR Remote Control, the lamp will ash 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 ash code.
T/CT/C
3
5
6
T/CT/C
I
B
3
0
T/CT/C
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Hibernation Mode (Advanced users) – only available for lanterns tted with GPS
For situations where the lantern is put into storage for a known period, the IR Remote control can be
used to congure the lantern into Hibernation Mode for a user programmable date range.
Hibernation Mode maximises conservation of the battery power by disabling the light (will not activate
at night) and shutting off the GPS receiver to rely on the internal clock for date checking. The IR
sensor is still monitored in hibernation mode. Power consumption is only bettered by physically
disconnecting the battery supply.
Hibernation Mode is dened by a start date and end date that are programmed into the lantern via the
IR Remote Control.
Using the IR Remote Control
The lantern must be in Test Mode prior to pressing any of the following key sequences. However,
the lantern will return to Normal Operation if it has not detected a valid key press for a period of 15
seconds. When the lantern exits from Test Mode it will either enter Dusk to Dawn mode, Hibernation
mode, or Storage Mode, if enabled.
T/CT/C
L
I
m
y
d
m
y
d
Store Hibernation Mode Date Range
The following details the key press sequence that denes the start and end dates of Hibernation
Mode:
where ddmm is the numerical representation of the month (01=January, 08=August) of the start date,
and DDMM is the numerical representation of the end date.
e.g 9th of December is represented by the number sequence 0912.
The lantern will respond by ashing an acknowledge long ash.
This operation only stores the start & end dates into the lantern’s memory and Hibernation Mode still
must be enabled to commence its operation.
Enable Hibernation Mode
Pressing the following key sequence will enable (turn on) Hibernation Mode:
and the lantern will respond with a single ash.
The Lantern will take a new GPS reading, determine the calendar month, and then enter Hibernation
Mode and depending on the current calendar month setting will either Hibernate or enter Dusk-to-
Dawn mode.
By default, Hibernation mode is disabled. Note you can only use this command once a valid
hibernation start & end date has been stored in the lantern.
T/CT/C
L
I
1
T/CT/C
L
I
m
y
d
m
y
d
L
I
mdm
d
T/CT/C
L
I
m
y
d
m
y
d
L
I
mdm
d
T/CT/C
MD MD
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Disable Hibernation / Hibernation Modes
Pressing the following key sequence will disable (turn off) both Hibernation Mode and Seasonal
Hibernation:
and the lantern will respond with a single long ash.
The Lantern will disable Hibernation Mode and enter Dusk-to-Dawn Mode.
Momentarily Wake Up from Hibernation Mode
Pressing the button will wake up the lantern.
At which point the lantern will remain awake for a further 15 secondss to process other commands
from the IR Controller. If no IR commands are received for a period of 15 seconds, the lantern will
return to Hibernation mode.
Read Stored Hibernation Dates
By pressing the following key sequence the lantern will respond with the stored start and end dates for
Hibernation:
Read Hibernation Mode Status
By pressing the following key sequence the lantern will respond with status of Hibernation mode.
Where:
• A single long ash = hibernation mode is Enabled
• Two quick ashes = hibernation mode is Disabled.
T/CT/C
R L
I
1
T/CT/C
R L
I
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User Case Example: Conguring the lantern for Hibernation
In this example, we want the lantern to hibernate each year from Dec 10th, through to February 15th,
and the lantern is located inside a storage warehouse.
The required key sequence is:
Command IR Controller Key Press
Store the Hibernation
Date Range
Enable Hibernation
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Storage Mode (Advanced users)
For situations where the lantern is put into storage but with access to daylight, the IR Remote control
can be used to congure the lantern into Storage Mode.
This mode manually forces the lantern to turn off, but with access to daylight it will still charge battery
pack. However the lantern will not keep track of the date.
In Storage Mode, the GPS is disabled however the lantern will still respond to IR commands.
The lantern will automatically enter Storage Mode, if it is hibernating and it has not detected any light
for 20 hours.
Enter Storage Mode
By pressing the following key sequence the lantern will enter Storage Mode:
The lantern will leave storage mode when exposed to daylight or if the power switch is turned OFF and
ON again.
1
T/CT/C
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B
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The lanterns are available with optional GPS tted and provide the user with the ability to install
independently operating lanterns that all ash in synchronisation.
No additional power supplies, aerials or control systems are required, and with its microprocessorbased system, the GPS option is specically designed to provide maximum reliability and performance
over a wide range of environmental conditions.
Operating Principle
Each light operates independently and requires no operator intervention. A minimum of 4 satellites
need to be in view for the built-in GPS receiver to collect time data. At dusk, the light sensor will turn
the light on. If time data is available the light will come on synchronised to every other light with the
same selected ash code.
Synchronisation is achieved using an internal algorithm based on the highly accurate time base and
time data received from the satellites. The satellite data is provided from a number of earth stations
using atomic clocks as the time base. Continuous self-checking ensures that the light will continue to
run in synchronisation.
Light Activation
At power-up the microprocessor checks that the internal GPS module is programmed correctly and is
able to provide valid time base and time data.
Once outside with a clear view of the sky, valid data should become available within 20 minutes.
Daylight Operation
During daylight hours the microprocessor is in idle mode to reduce power consumption. Time data
continues to be updated once per second. The microprocessor will automatically exit the idle mode as
soon as dark conditions are detected.
Dark Operation
When dark conditions are detected the light:
• Checks for valid time data and is turned on after a delay based on the current time and the length
of the selected ash code;
• If valid time data is not detected the light will turn on after approximately 10 seconds. This light will
not be synchronised.
• 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 ash codes are selected.
Optional GPS Synchronisation
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Optional AvMesh®
Monitoring & Control System
Sealite’s AvMesh® Monitoring and Control Systems may be tted to the lantern enabling users to
remotely modify the setup of their lantern via handheld radio controller.
Please contact Sealite for instructions on how to use the AvMesh® Monitoring & Control System.
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Maintenance and Servicing
Designed to be maintenance free, the SL-70 requires minimal attention, though the following maintenance and
servicing information is provided to help ensure the life of your Sealite product.
1. Cleaning Solar Panels - occasional cleaning of the solar panels may be required. Using a cloth and warm
soapy water, wipe off any foreign matter before rinsing the panels with fresh water.
2. Battery Check - inspection of batteries should be performed every three years (minimum) to ensure that
the charger, battery and ancillary electronics are functioning correctly. Using a voltage meter, check that
the battery voltage is at least 3.6 volts under 100MA load, and ensure all terminals are clear of foreign
matter.
Replacing the battery- Don’t throw the unit out!!
The SL-70 lanterns are the only compact marine lantern with a double sealed battery compartment. This
provides the user with the ability to change the battery after years of operation.
1. Remove the marked ash adjustment bung from the base of the lantern and set internal toggle switch to
‘OFF’.
2. Unscrew the screws to remove battery plate.
3. Remove battery from SL-70 case and unscrew positive and negative leads.
4. Discard old battery in a safe manner.
5. Reattach positive and negative leads to new battery and then place back into case.
• Care must be taken to observe the polarity of the battery before the leads are re-connected, and ensure
the replacement battery is correctly tted
• Always connect the Negative (-ve) wire rst
6. Place the battery back into the case as shown in the photo below.
7. Secure the battery cover plate
8. Switch the lantern ‘ON’ using the internal switch. Close the bung.
9. To test place dark cover (towel or jacket) on top of lantern to activate sensor, lantern will come on.
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Trouble Shooting
Problem Remedy
Lantern will not activate. • Ensure internal toggle switch is set to the ‘ON position.
• Ensure lantern is in darkness.
• Wait at least 60 seconds for the program to initialise in darkness.
• Ensure switch setting is on a valid code (See ‘Flash Codes’ section of
this manual).
• Ensure battery terminals are properly connected.
• Ensure battery voltage is above 3.4volts.
Timing codes will not change. • Turn rotary switches several times to ensure contacts are clear.
Lantern will not operate for the
entire night.
• Expose lantern to direct sunlight and monitor operation for several days.
Sealite products typically require 1.5 hours of direct sunlight per day to
retain full autonomy. From a discharged state, the lantern may require
several days of operational conditions to ‘cycle’ up to full autonomy.
• Reducing the light output intensity or duty cycle (ash code) will reduce
current draw on the battery.
• Ensure solar module is clean and not covered by shading during the day.
Lanterns are constantly on
during the day.
• Ensure the ash code is not set to F F. This ash code is for testing
purposes only and will be steady on for 24 hours a day.
Long Term Storage Instructions
If the SL-70 is to be placed in storage for an extended period, being more than 5 months, please follow the
below steps.
1. The 3.6V NiMH Battery must be stored in a fully charged condition.
2. Remove the Flash Adjustment plug and turn the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position.
3. Remove the battery cover and disconnect the Positive (+) Terminal.
4. Fold the Terminal away from the Negative Battery Terminal.
5. Replace the Battery Cover
6. Replace the Flash Adjustment Plug.
All batteries will discharge over time and the rate of discharge is dependent on temperature. If the lantern is
being stored in temperatures greater than 40°C the battery will discharge faster.
Please check battery every 3-6 months and recharge if necessary.
Recharging the Battery
1. Remove the Battery Cover and connect the Positive Terminal.
2. Remove the Flash Adjustment Plug and turn the ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
3. Reconnect the Light Head and place unit in the sun for 2-4 days
Or
Reconnect Light Head and place in front of a halogen lamp for 2-3 days. (Do not place the halogen light too
close to the solar panel or the panel may be overheated)
Check the battery voltage regularly to make sure the unit is charging correctly. After the battery has been
recharged, switch the lantern OFF.
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Activating the Warranty
Upon purchase, the Sealite Pty Ltd warranty must be activated for recognition of future claims. To do this you
need to register on-line. 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.
Sealite Pty Ltd will repair or replace any ancillary or accessory products in the event of failure for a
period of up to one year from the date of purchase, as per the terms & conditions below.
The unit(s) must be returned to Sealite freight prepaid.
Warranty Terms
1. Sealite Pty Ltd warrants that any Sealite marine products tted with telemetry equipment including but
not limited to AIS, GSM, GPS or RF (“Telemetry Products”) will be free from defective materials and
workmanship under normal and intended use, subject to the conditions hereinafter set forth, for a period of
twelve (12) months from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.
2. Sealite Pty Ltd warrants that any BargeSafe™ Series of LED barge light products (“BargeSafe™
Products”) will be free from defective materials and workmanship under normal and intended use, subject
to the conditions hereinafter set forth, for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase by the
original purchaser.
3. Sealite Pty Ltd warrants that any LED area lighting products (“Area Lighting Products”) but not including
sign lighting products will be free from defective materials and workmanship under normal and intended
use, subject to the conditions hereinafter set forth, for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of
purchase by the original purchaser.
4. Sealite Pty Ltd warrants that any ancillary products and accessories, not mentioned in other clauses in this
section, will be free from defective materials and workmanship under normal and intended use, subject
to the conditions hereinafter set forth, for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of purchase by the
original purchaser.
5. Sealite Pty Ltd warrants that any LED sign lighting products (“Sign Lighting Products”) will be free from
defective materials and workmanship under normal and intended use, subject to the conditions hereinafter
set forth, for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.
6. Sealite Pty Ltd warrants that any Sealite marine lighting products other than the Telemetry Products,
BargeSafe™ Products, and Area Lighting Products (“Sealite Products”) will be free from defective
materials and workmanship under normal and intended use, subject to the conditions hereinafter set forth,
for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.
7. Sealite Pty Ltd will repair or replace, at Sealite’s sole discretion, any Telemetry Products, BargeSafe™
Products, Area Lighting Products or Sealite Products found to be defective in material and workmanship in
the relevant warranty period so long as the Warranty Conditions (set out below) are satised.
8. If any Telemetry Products, BargeSafe™ Products, Area Lighting Products or Sealite Products are tted
with a rechargeable battery, Sealite Pty Ltd warrants the battery will be free from defect for a period of one
(1) year when used within original manufacturer’s specications and instructions.
9. Buoy products are covered by a separate ‘Sealite Buoy Warranty’.
Warranty Conditions
This Warranty is subject to the following conditions and limitations;
1. The warranty is applicable to lanterns manufactured from 1/1/2009.
2. The warranty is void and inapplicable if:
a. the product has been used or handled other than in accordance with the instructions in the owner’s
manual and any other information or instructions provided to the customer by Sealite;
b. the product has been deliberately abused, or misused, damaged by accident or neglect or in being
transported; or
c. the defect is due to the product being repaired or tampered with by anyone other than Sealite or
Sealite LED Light Warranty V2.2
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Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of the vendor.
Sealite products are subject to certain Australian and worldwide patent applications.
authorised Sealite repair personnel.
3. The customer must give Sealite Pty Ltd notice of any defect with the product within 30 days of the
customer becoming aware of the defect.
4. Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced.
Typical battery replacement period is 3-4 years. Long term exposure to high temperatures will shorten the
battery life. Batteries used or stored in a manner inconsistent with the manufacturer’s specications and
instructions shall not be covered by this warranty.
5. No modications to the original specications determined by Sealite shall be made without written
approval of Sealite Pty Ltd.
6. Sealite lights can be tted with 3rd party power supplies and accessories but are covered by the 3rd party
warranty terms and conditions.
7. The product must be packed and returned to Sealite Pty Ltd by the customer at his or her sole expense.
Sealite Pty Ltd will pay return freight of its choice. A returned product must be accompanied by a written
description of the defect and a photocopy of the original purchase receipt. This receipt must clearly list
model and serial number, the date of purchase, the name and address of the purchaser and authorised
dealer and the price paid by the purchaser. On receipt of the product, Sealite Pty Ltd will assess the
product and advise the customer as to whether the claimed defect is covered by this warranty.
8. Sealite Pty Ltd reserves the right to modify the design of any product without obligation to purchasers of
previously manufactured products and to change the prices or specications of any product without notice
or obligation to any person.
9. Input voltage shall not exceed those recommended for the product.
10. Warranty does not cover damage caused by the incorrect replacement of battery in solar lantern models.
11. This warranty does not cover any damage or defect caused to any product as a result of water ooding or
any other acts of nature.
12. There are no representations or warranties of any kind by Sealite or any other person who is an agent,
employee, or other representative or afliate of Sealite, express or implied, with respect to condition of
performance of any product, their merchantability, or tness for a particular purpose, or with respect to any
other matter relating to any products.
Limitation of Liability
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. Sealite will not be liable to Buyer for consequential damages
resulting from any defect or deciencies.
Limited to Original Purchaser
This Warranty is for the sole benet of the original purchaser of the covered product and shall not extend to
any subsequent purchaser of the product.
Miscellaneous
Apart from the specic warranties provided under this warranty, all other express or implied warranties relating
to the above product is hereby excluded to the fullest extent allowable under law. The warranty does not
extend to any lost prots, loss of good will or any indirect, incidental or consequential costs or damages or
losses incurred by the purchaser as a result of any defect with the covered product.
Warrantor
Sealite Pty Ltd has authorised distribution in many countries of the world. In each country, the authorised
importing distributor has accepted the responsibility for warranty of products sold by distributor. Warranty
service should normally be obtained from the importing distributor from whom you purchased your product. In
the event of service required beyond the capability of the importer, Sealite Pty Ltd will full the conditions of
the warranty. Such product must be returned at the owner’s expense to the Sealite Pty Ltd factory, together
with a photocopy of the bill of sale for that product, a detailed description of the problem, and any information
necessary for return shipment.
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