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Installation
& Software Guide
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Version No. Description Date Author Approved
1.0 Manual Launch March 2014 D. Tomaszewicz
2.0 Quick Start Guide April 2014 D. Tomaszewicz
2.1 Quick Start Guide (wires) April 2014 D. Tomaszewicz
2.2 Trouble Shooting July 2014 D. Tomaszewicz
2.3 Update: Contact details & Spec table January 2016 J. Dore
2.4 Update: PEL Cong & Footer Sep 2016 B. Gielen
2.5 Update: Flash Codes Dec 2016 B. Gielen M.Nicholson
2.6 Update: Diagrams Feb 2017 B. Gielen M.Nicholson
10 SL-PEL-10 Model
5 SL-PEL-05 Model
SlottedHoles
onPCD200mm
MOUNTPLATE1
MOUNTPLATE2
1272
366
384
16mmwide
SlottedHoles
750
Diam235mm
756
296
SlottedHoles
onPCD200mm
BASE(HolePattern)
Diam235mm
Ø 150
162
241
Ø 220
Ø 150
Ø 220
Model 5° SL-PEL-05 Model 10° SL-PEL-10
256
Ø 257
756
296
SlottedHoles
onPCD200mm
BASE(HolePattern)
Diam235mm
Ø 150
Ø 220
186
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SL-PEL Series
Sectored Port Entry Light
Advanced triple-optic
design for precision
sectoring
Slotted mounting holes
for initial alignment
Power, RS232, GPS
antenna output & USB
conguration
Powder coated, marine grade
aluminium alloy to resist the
elements
Vertical adjustment
SL-PEL-10 Model
The Sealite Port Entry Light (PEL) is a low-powered, high-intensity precision sector light,
suitable for day or night-time use.
Providing over 120,000cd (10 Model) and 500,000cd (5 Model) at 30 watts, the Sealite PEL is
extraordinarily efcient and ideal for solar power systems. The light is designed to suit high-
precision sector applications and provides a measured changeover between colour sectors of
typically one minute of arc.
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QUICK START GUIDE
Load USB SW onto Computer
1
Connect power cable to PEL
2
For full Installation Guide see page 10.
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Connect power cable to a Power Supply set to 12.5V / 3A:
a. If you’ve purchased a power supply, simply connect to mains.
b. If you’ve purchased a standalone unit, the
power connections are:
c. If you’ve purchased a GSM Unit, please consult your GSM Manual.
Connect the USB cable from the
PEL to the Computer
Label Colour Connect to:
BATTERY + RED 12.5V +
BATTERY - BLUE 12.5V -
GND GREEN Ground
3
4
Start the PEL Conguration Software
5
Note: For Trouble Shooting during setup, please refer to the ‘Trouble Shooting’ section of this manual
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Table of Contents
Introduction ......................................................................................... Page 8
Technology
.......................................................................................... Page 8
SL-PEL Series
..................................................................................... Page 9
INSTALLATION GUIDE
..................................................................... Page 10
Prior to installation ....................................................................................... Page 10
Considering tower rigidity
........................................................................ Page 10
Considering height
.................................................................................. Page 10
Considering tower colour
......................................................................... Page 10
Improving traditional leads with a PEL
......................................................... Page 11
Considering daymarks
............................................................................. Page 11
Considering twin or leading marks
.......................................................... Page 11
Night-time use
......................................................................................... Page 12
Day-time use
........................................................................................... Page 12
Day and night use
................................................................................... Page 12
Considering site selection
....................................................................... Page 12
Supporting aids
....................................................................................... Page 13
Commissioning the PEL sector light
........................................................ Page 13
Alignment of the PEL Sector light
............................................................ Page 14
Final sea check
....................................................................................... Page 17
Synchronisation with other aids
............................................................... Page 17
Care and handling of the PEL ......................................................... Page 18
SOFTWARE GUIDE
........................................................................... Page 19
USB interface setup
......................................................................... Page 19
Info tab
............................................................................................... Page 22
Name ........................................................................................................... Page 22
LED Colours
................................................................................................. Page 22
Event Log
..................................................................................................... Page 23
Operation Mode tab .......................................................................... Page 24
Operation Mode Settings ............................................................................. Page 24
Factory Reset
............................................................................................... Page 25
Intensity tab ...................................................................................... Page 26
Adjusting Intensities ..................................................................................... Page 26
Viewing Adjusted Intensities
........................................................................ Page 27
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Flash Code tab .................................................................................. Page 28
Setting ash codes ....................................................................................... Page 28
Custom ash codes
..................................................................................... Page 29
Sensor tab ......................................................................................... Page 30
Battery Sensor ............................................................................................. Page 30
Changing Battery Thresholds
.................................................................. Page 31
Disabling/Enabling Low Battery Voltage Options
.................................... Page 31
Temperature Sensor
.................................................................................... Page 32
Changing Temperature Thresholds
......................................................... Page 32
Disabling/Enabling Temperature Threshold Options
............................... Page 33
LED Sensor (LED Diagnostics)
.................................................................... Page 34
Disabling/Enabling Alarm Options
........................................................... Page 34
Light Sensor
................................................................................................. Page 36
Managing Light Sensor Thresholds
......................................................... Page 37
Changing Light Thresholds
..................................................................... Page 37
Advanced tab .................................................................................... Page 38
Lantern Information ...................................................................................... Page 38
Lantern Setup
.............................................................................................. Page 39
Intensity
........................................................................................................ Page 40
Changing LED Intensities
........................................................................ Page 40
Flashcode
.................................................................................................... Page 41
Sync Offset
.................................................................................................. Page 41
Writing LED Synchronisation
................................................................... Page 41
AIS tab ............................................................................................... Page 42
GPS Synchronisation
....................................................................... Page 43
Examples of PEL Beam Congurations
......................................... Page 45
Flash Codes
...................................................................................... Page 46
Optional GSM Cell Phone Monitoring & Control
........................... Page 52
Maintenance and Servicing
............................................................. Page 53
Trouble shooting
.............................................................................. Page 54
PEL Warranty Statement
.................................................................. Page 54
Sealite LED Light Warranty
............................................................. Page 55
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Introduction
Congratulations! By choosing to purchase a Sealite Sectored Port Entry Light you have
become the owner of one of the most advanced LED marine lights 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.
By taking a few moments to browse through this booklet, you will become familiar with the versatility of your
light, and be able to maximise its operating function.
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.
•
Specications subject to change or variation without notice
*
Subject to standard terms and conditions
§ White intensity can be balanced with coloured intensity or increased to match historical filament lantern performance
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•
Specications subject to change or variation without notice
*
Subject to standard terms and conditions
§ White intensity can be balanced with coloured intensity or increased to match historical filament lantern performance
SPECIFICATIONS•* SL-PEL-05 SL-PEL-10
5 Model 10 Model
Light Characteristics
Light Source LED LED
Available Colours Red, Green, White Red, Green, White
Typical Maximum Peak Intensity
(cd)
Red - 380,000
Green - 345,000
White
§ - 505,000
Red - 95,000
Green - 85,000
White § - 120,000
Visible Range (NM) AT @ 0.74: White sector, nighttime: up
to 23.5
AT @ 0.85: White sector, nighttime: up
to 37.5
AT @ 0.74: White sector, nighttime: up
to 20
AT @ 0.85: White sector, nighttime: up
to 31.3
Vertical Divergence (degrees) @ 50% peak intensity: 0.85 @ 50% peak intensity: 1.7
Beam Width Overall (degrees) 5 10
Minimum Sector (degrees) 0.5 1.0
Available Flash Characteristics User adjustable User adjustable
Intensity Adjustments Fully adjustable Fully adjustable
LED Life Expectancy (hours) >50,000 >50,000
Electrical Characteristics
Power (watts) 30 watts peak x character ratio 30 watts peak x character ratio
Voltage Range (VDC) 12-24 12-24
Nominal Voltage (VDC) 12.5 12.5
Temperature Range -40 to 80°C -40 to 80°C
Physical Characteristics
Body Material Marine grade aluminium alloy & carbon
bre, enamel baking
Marine grade aluminium alloy, subject
to enamel baking
Lens Material Anti-reection coated glass Anti-reection coated glass
Mounting 4 x 12mm slotted holes equally spaced
on 200mm PCD with additional front
mounting plate consisting of 16mm
slotted holes
4 x 12mm slotted holes equally
spaced on 200mm PCD
Length (mm/inches) 1272 / 50 756 / 29¾
Mass (kg/lbs) 20 / 44 12 / 26½
Product Life Expectancy Up to 12 years Up to 12 years
Environmental Factors
Driving Rain MIL-STD-810F Method 506.4 MIL-STD-810F Method 506.4
Low Temperature MIL-STD-810G Method 502.5 MIL-STD-810G Method 502.5
High Temperature MIL-STD-810G Method 501.5 MIL-STD-810G Method 501.5
Humidity MIL-STD-810F Method 507.4 MIL-STD-810F Method 507.4
Salt Fog MIL-STD-810F Method 509.4 MIL-STD-810F Method 509.4
Shock IEC 60068-2-29 Test Eb IEC 60068-2-29 Test Eb
Vibration ASTM D4169-05 cl.12.3 ASTM D4169-05 cl.12.3
Certications
CE EN61000-6-1: 2007. EN61000-6-3: 2007. EN61000-6-1: 2007. EN61000-6-3: 2007.
IALA Signal colours compliant to IALA E-200-1 Signal colours compliant to IALA
E-200-1
Waterproof IP67. AS 60529-2004 (IEC 60529:2001) IP67. AS 60529-2004 (IEC 60529:2001)
Intellectual Property
Trademarks SEALITE® is a registered trademark of
Sealite Pty Ltd
SEALITE® is a registered trademark of
Sealite Pty Ltd
Warranty *
3 years 3 years
Options Available
• AIS Type 1 or Type 3
• GSM Remote Monitoring & Control
Capabilities
• GPS Synchronisation
• Variety of solar/battery congurations
• AIS Type 1 or Type 3
• GSM Remote Monitoring & Control
Capabilities
• GPS Synchronisation
• Variety of solar/battery
congurations
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CONSIDERING TOWER RIGIDITY:
It is important to remember that the PEL sectored light has a precision of typically one min of arc and
any structure or mounting bracket used to support it must have that rigidity in terms of horizontal twist.
When considering the PEL’s mounting, the following items need to be reviewed if these structures will
be utilised: size of daymark, its age, ladder and platform access. In addition, while the light-weight
nature of the PEL will permit mounting on a tilted column, its slender nature and the need to align the
light when fully erect precludes its use.
The structure must therefore be able to support the following: the PEL itself, its required power supply
,
any daymarks, and at least two maintenance staff without twisting in heavy gale force winds (up to 100
MPH).
CONSIDERING HEIGHT:
The height of the structure above chart datum must suit not only the tallest bridge height but also
the smallest bridge height during all states of the tide, and not only at the extremity of the channel,
but from the nearest point of exit or to that point where other port lights take over. This is a function
of the vertical divergence of the PEL and the centre line of the PEL can be arranged to point into
mid-channel, ensuring that the top of the beam to 50% equates to the tallest bridge height on the
largest tide. The reverse is true for the smallest vessel on the lowest tide and the point of exit. Sealite
engineers can offer advice in this regard upon request.
CONSIDERING TOWER COLOUR:
In most cases the PEL sector light will supplement an existing mark which may be a well-recognised
building, solid stone tower, or steel lattice construction. It could be that the nature and type of use
of this structure and surrounding background has changed over the years. While the PEL itself will
enhance and improve the structures identication in day time, it is important to review.
Perhaps the original building or structure was white when viewed against a jungle or sloping green
elds and with modern build up around the port it is now surrounded by concrete buildings or tanks.
During project review and implementation a simple inbound trip on the pilot or suitable vessel whilst
taking pictures at one mile intervals will reveal many simple opportunities for further enhancement.
Changing the tower colour or adding colour to the structure will assist the mariner in improving its
recognition. It is not essential to retain its original colour just because it has always been so.
INSTALLATION GUIDE
Thank you for choosing a Sealite SL LED series precision sector light. The unit has been preprogrammed to suit your order which includes the colour of each sector. All other parameters are user
programmable. These parameters have been factory set.
Prior to installation
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CONSIDERING DAYMARKS:
While the PEL will be used as a single station aid, this does not mean that daymarks are no longer
required. For example, a steel lattice tower or single column pole will be almost invisible from seaward.
By cladding the tower in vertical or horizontal boards its recognition will improve in daylight hours. Its
colour should be in contrast to the normal back ground.
If this is an established approach bearing, most pilots and masters will have their own “back-marks” to
create a natural leading line if no back-mark exists. This could be a church or mosque spire, telecoms
tower, natural dip in a mountainous sky line, or even a mountain or hill itself. It could however just be
another building.
Natural marks or buildings owned by others are unable to be enhanced, however buildings owned by
the ports themselves can have daymark squares painted on their edges to improve the bearing line
recognition. Again, by taking a series of pictures on the approach line can improve this process and
Sealite engineers can offer recommendations.
These additions and suggestions to the project are usually very cost-effective in enhancing the PEL
performance and an age old proven method of assisting the mariner which can sometimes be overlooked
when considering the overall project.
CONSIDERING TWIN OR LEADING MARKS:
While the PEL is predominately used as a single station aid, they should be retained as an unlit structure
to assist day use if a “back-mark” or “front-mark” exists where the bearing line is still relevant, provided
there is no signicant cost to its retention.
If it is the “back-mark” that is to be retained, consideration should be given to supplementing this
mark with an omni-directional light synchronised to the PEL. Even if the channel has been extended,
destroying the sensitivity of the system, keeping a light synchronised with the sectored light is another
way of maintaining the approach to the bearing line. This is true of whether the structure is to be lit or to
remain unlit.
The “series of pictures” method can be extended to include approach to the bearing line noting beacons
and buoys used in the passage of which further mention will be made later in this manual.
Improving traditional leads with a PEL
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NIGHT-TIME USE:
Usually one of the main reasons a port considers upgrading its leading line is due to a growth of port
infrastructure around the bearing, making it impossible for the mariner to pick out the leads. Again, a
photographic record of an approach noting possible interfering lights at night time will help to enhance
the new system. A simple addition of ood lights or an adjustment of current ood light direction could
improve recognition signicantly. This exercise is also useful when determining the level of automatic
night dimming which will be discussed later in the manual.
DAY-TIME USE:
Providing a light for day use is expensive in terms of the power required to generate bright lights which is
visible in daytime. Reference to the approach bearing will determine if this is to be directly in a rising or
setting sun. Any viewing in this direction without the assistance of a dark skyline will reduce the range of
the light. The higher the mountain range or building behind the light which will create a large silhouette
will increase the range the light can achieve. Summer and winter variations of the sun’s position relative
to the bearing angle should also be considered.
It is recommended that during the project’s engineering stage that a series of pictures are taken of the
ship’s view during approach during the time of a rising or setting sun, or any other harsh conditions to
make a valid assessment of light intensity required. Sealite engineers may also be consulted for their
recommendations.
DAY AND NIGHT USE:
If the light is to be used in both day and night time applications it will most certainly require to be dimmed
for night use. This is an automatic feature built into the PEL where the user can congure the intensities
to be set. Sealite engineers have created a programme supplied with the PEL which enables the
commissioning engineer to adjust this intensity via the USB port provided.
CONSIDERING SITE SELECTION:
If the project is brand new with a new bearing line and the Harbour Master or Pilots have a choice to
select the approach line over and above any geographical restrictions on the position of rocks or reefs, it
is a useful exercise to draw the “ideal approach line.” This could be angled to suit a particular approach
if vessels will always approach from a given direction. If from either Port or Starboard of the line then the
line will need to be centralised. However, if the approach for a given size of vessel is always from the
Port side of the bearing line then the line should be angled to diminish his course change. Amounts of
dredging (if required) is always an item to be taken into consideration in terms of cost.
Once selected, the extremity of the channel or to the edge of any rocks or reefs should be drawn on
either side of this bearing line. These lines should be extended back to shore or the location from which
the PEL will be driven. Once the points have been selected, the land or sea within these two vectors can
be reviewed for suitability. Points to be considered include:
1. Ownership of the land.
2. Background on the leading line.
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3. Obstructions in front of any position selected.
4. Height of that point naturally above Chart Datum.
5. Light pollution around this spot.
6. Any shadows which will affect solar applications.
Through a combination of suitability and cost implications a theoretical position can be determined and
proposed to dene safe passage through the channel and any obstacles. This latitude and longitude
point should be recorded and lled into the Sealite PEL Information Checklist and sent to Sealite to aid
discussions.
SUPPORTING AIDS:
Previously, Aids to Navigation (AtoNs) were considered stand-alone devices due to restrictions on
technology. With the improvements of radio and satellite communications however, it is now possible to
link these previous stand-alone aids. This is true for buoy synchronised channels and pairs of leading
lights, as well as channels and isolated buoys on leading line approaches.
It is now possible to select leads to be synchronised with specic beacons and buoys to increase the
mariner’s total eld of vision in one time during approach. By revisiting the ash characters of previously
isolated aids it is now possible to create better approaches and combine these isolated beacons and
buoys to the approach character of the leading or sectored light.
Here again Sealite can assist in offering recommendations to enhance the approach to the leading
bearing. There are distinct advantages in reviewing supporting aids to enhance the overall marking of the
port and to save on power consumption. This can help increase the range of these aids to offset the ever
increasing background lighting in a port.
COMMISSIONING THE PEL SECTOR LIGHT:
Prior to installation it is recommended that the relative position of the site be checked against both the
charts and other prominent navigation marks used around the port. These can be breakwater or quay
edges, and church spires or lighthouses which have specic points of sight (i.e.: wind vanes and masts).
These can be used to check the relative bearing angle to each other and ensure the proposed leading
line is correct.
It is not unusual to discover small inaccuracies of charted rocks or quay extensions from those currently
on the chart due to the date and accuracy of the most recent surveys.
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ALIGNMENT OF THE PEL SECTOR LIGHT:
While there is no best single method of achieving a commissioned alignment, there are many variants on
how alignment may be achieved. The PEL sector light is an accurate instrument but it should be noted
that the centre line of the beam is theoretical, and the only points of accurate reference are the edges of
the total beam (light cut off) or between colours. It is these reference lines which should be used to set up
the light and these bearing lines should be drawn on the chart and bearings noted.
Option 1 (Preferred method)
Refer to the chart and select known dened points on land at a distance of approximately 1/2 to 3/4 of
a mile from the sectored light. This may be the edge of a quay or rock with established beacon which is
identiable on the chart from which a distance to one of the bearing lines can be measured by tape over
land. This point can be determined prior to the installation and marked by a wooden peg or spray painted
spot on a rock or quay wall.
Option 2
If such a point is not available over land, the same can be achieved using a measure line of
Polypropylene oating rope which can be laid out from a small boat and held in tension in a given
direction previously determined from the chart.
Option 3
If none of the bearing lines make land fall or the distance from land is greater than 100 to 200 metres
then the operation of alignment must be conducted dynamically by boat with reference to a Theodolite
alignment. Method 3 will require the Theodolite to be set up at the base of the tower directly below the
light on the centre line of the theoretical bearing or on the balcony of the tower itself. It must be on the
centre line of the approach with reference to all other local marks.
Clear Line of Sight
The position selected must have a clear line of sight of the bearing lines on the day of alignment and not
be obstructed by any vessel.
Time of Alignment
The best time to align the light is when light levels are at their softest (early morning or dusk). Viewing the
light in the direction of a rising and setting sun should be avoided and a time selected where the tide suits
those marks which have been selected for reference. This is important in areas with high tidal ranges,
both for access to the mark and draft of the vessel (if used to get to the location).
Personnel required
At the reference point:
One competent observer with VHF radio or mobile phone who can communicate in the same language
as the commissioning technician without the need of a translator.
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If Method 2 or 3 is being used, a small motor powered boat with both helmsman and able-bodied seamen
to lay out the line and act as a safety man. The observer must be free of all duties and concentrate only
on reporting what he can see.
At the PEL:
One technician with VHF radio or GSM phone if methods 1 or 2 are being utilised.
If method 3 is being used, a skilled Theodolite operator with shared VHF radio.
Approximately 1 hour should be allowed for Method 1 and 2-3 hours for Methods 2 or 3 ensuring that all
operations are complete before the hours of darkness. All parties should gather for a discussion on what
is required of each person. It is recommended that the acceptance ofcer who will endorse the alignment
of the light is positioned at the light during alignment. They may verify the completed alignment from
seaward at a later time, however acceptance and verication shall be completed at the tower.
Alignment Procedure:
It is recommended that the lantern is set to a xed ash character (00) and 100% intensity with the PEL
set to the required operation mode. Be mindful of covering the light sensor when testing night conditions.
To set this, refer to the programming section in the manual.
Methods 1 and 2:
1. With the observer in position, switch on the PEL. Both the observer and technician should be in voice
contact.
2. Swing the light around until the observer sees the light. It is not important which colour he sees. The
observer should report the colour.
3. The PEL can now be loosely tightened down to its xings.
4. Depending on colour seen, the technician can determine whether the light has to be moved to the
right or left.
a. Method 1: by instruction from the tower the observer can be asked to walk to the left or right to
determine how much the light is off the mark and inform the tower.
b. Method 2: by instruction from the tower the boat can be asked to be moved to the left or right to
determine how much the light is off the mark and inform the tower.
5. Using electrical tape and a pen mark the original position on the ange of the light.
6. The light can now be loosened and adjusted.
7. By repeating the adjustments in small increments, the light can gradually be moved until the observer
on the mark can move in and out of the colour boundary selected by moving his head to the left and
right by approximately 300 mm.
8. When the technician and acceptance ofcer are satised, the light may be tightened into position.
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Method 3:
NOTE: During the alignment process using Method 3, port trafc should be held from passage.
1. The helmsman of the boat MUST accept all instructions from the Theodolite operator. The Observer
MUST stay in a single xed position on the vessel in clear view of the tower. It is suggested to assist
in his recognition that he stand alone or wear a High-VIS vest of a different colour than all other staff
to remain clearly visible.
2. The vessel will position himself at either 1/2 to 1 mile range from the tower on the approximate
bearing line and await instructions.
3. The Theodolite operator will use the telescope to nd the observer
4. With the light switched on the Theodolite operator will instruct the vessel to make a slow passage
perpendicular to the bearing line.
5. The observer will call on the radio e.g.: “Nothing, nothing, nothing, red” and then remove his nger
from the transmission button. At this point the vessel stands awaiting further instructions.
6. The Theodolite operator can then work out the approximate position of the light and instruct the
technician to move the light accordingly in a given direction.
7. It is recommended that if this position is very near the nal position that no adjustment be made on
the rst passage. Instead, the vessel should be instructed to come about and proceed on a reciprocal
bearing to last followed and repeat the procedure. (It should be noted that during this time the vessel
may have drifted and the observer may call “red, red, red” for a long period until he calls nothing.
This is to be expected but should he call a colour change at the same point and the light can then be
moved accordingly.)
8. After a number of passes the team will achieve alignment. NOTE: The speed of the vessel will need to
be tuned to tide movements and in the nal stages this should be a nearly stopped passage.
9. Prior to nal tightening of the PEL the process should be repeated for another boundary check.
10. When the technician and acceptance ofcer are satised, the light may be fully tightened into position.
Horizontal Alignment:
During the alignment it may be necessary to
angle the beam of the light towards the observer
especially if conducted in a small boat. This
should be performed by adjusting the adjustment
screw beneath the barrel and locked as pictured.
A small spirit level placed on the barrel will assist.
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FINAL SEA CHECK:
It may be necessary to make a night passage to determine if the automatic night dimming level selected
suits the port and its particular night-time background light.
This is particularly important while making the approaches to the sector light as the port’s ood light or
any nearby lighting drown the mark as they pass behind the sector light. The Harbour Master or Pilots
representative must realise that the light is adjustable and setting a high intensity to assist in long range
identication may perhaps destroy night vision at close range. It is therefore a compromise as the
operators become accustomed to this aid that intensities are not xed in stone and adjustable.
Pilots and Masters will use their own personal marks during both day and night passages to verify the
accuracy of the new aid before they become comfortable with the new addition. In order to make the
most of the PEL, it is necessary to stand in a single position on the bridge without moving from Port to
Starboard. If it is necessary for observations to be made from another point, it is important to remember
only to observe the light from a given point to get a consistent indication of position.
SYNCHRONISATION WITH OTHER AIDS:
It may be part of the scheme to synchronise the PEL with other aids.
If an identication light on the same structure is employed it may be switched on after alignment. The
distance of vertical separation should be selected depending on its purpose.
If the identication light has a sector complimenting and extending the PEL boundaries, this should be
positioned on the centre line within 500mm vertically below the PEL.
If it is an omnidirectional light of a different colour intended to be seen separately from the sector, it
should be positioned (ideally) on the centre line, or at least between 3 and 6 metres below the sector
depending on range.
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Care & handling of the PEL
Special care should be taken when handling the Port Entry light. Optics can be easily damaged from
poor handling and incorrect cleaning methods. Be sure to consider the following guidelines:
- The PEL has been supplied in suit packing. Upon arrival of the PEL, inspect for any damage and
immediately notify the carrier. Goods should bot be signed for without unpacking and checking for
damage
- Retain Sealite packing for safe transportation of the PEL to the tower.
- Never place hard or rough surfaces on PEL optics as the lens can be easily scratched and chipped.
- Optics should never be handled with bare ngers as oils from the skin may remove and damage
coated and uncoated surfaces.
- Use only lint-free cloths or lens tissue when cleaning surface of the PEL lens.
- Apply isopropyl alcohol (IPA) directly to your cloth – NEVER directly to the lens. Use slow, even,
light pressure working from edge to edge across the PEL Lens allowing IPA to evaporate.
- If storing the PEL ensure the optics and connectors are protected.
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SOFTWARE GUIDE
1. Load the Sealite programme to your PC from the memory stick provided. Save the PEL Conguration
program and all associated drivers (.dll les) onto a local drive.
2. Connect the USB cable between the PEL USB port and the test PC as shown below:
3. Connect the 10 pin connector to the PEL ensuring that it is correctly oriented to the key in the socket.
Ensure at least 12.5 Volts DC is being supplied to the PEL and enable power.
Power/RS232 Port for
monitoring via GSM or AIS
Antenna Connection for
GPS synchronisation
USB Port for programming
Viewed from socket of PEL
A
Key
E
F
G
H
D
C
I
B
J
Viewed from plug
H
Key
D
C
I
A
E
F
G
J
B
USB interface setup
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4. Open the PEL Conguration tool on the PC (.exe le).
5. Choose “COM Setup” from the menu at the top of the screen.
PEL CABLING DIAGRAM
PIN FUNCTION CABLE COLOUR
A
PAIR
COMM GREY
B NC PINK
C
PAIR
NO YELLOW
D GND GREEN and SHIELD
E
PAIR
TxD BROWN
F RxD WHITE
G
PAIR
ALL +ve VIOLET
H ALL -ve BLACK
I
PAIR
VBATT +ve RED
J VBATT -ve BLUE
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6. Select the name of the desired COM port from the list. If you do not know the COM port, use the
Windows Device Manager to nd out the COM port number as shown below.
7. With the com port selected, set the baud rate to 9600 and press the OK button.
Note: If COM port fails to connect, please refer to the ‘Trouble Shooting’ section of this manual.
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Info tab
With power applied and USB connected the picture of the PEL below will start to progressively show the
colours and orientation of the LEDS that have been congured on the card. If the picture is not showing
coloured beams the PC is not connected to the programme via the COM port selected and the port
selection process will need to be repeated.
Press the Info tab. Within 10 seconds the software version and hardware type will be displayed.
NAME
By default there is no name for the PEL. The user may enter one by entering text and clicking ‘Write.’
LED COLOURS
The LED colours are shown together with their orientation for each LED.
This orientation is selected at the time of order and is dependent on whether the Unit will be used in an
IALA Buoyage System A (rest of the World) area or Buoyage System B (Americas and Japan).
(Note: The ashing character is representational only and NOT the programmed code of the unit.)
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EVENT LOG
The event log will be empty until an “event occurs” the trigger of which must be set within the “sensors
tab” which will be described later. On rst connection this box will be blank.
The event log can be saved as a ‘.txt’ le by clicking ‘Save’ below the Event Log Dialog Box if the service
engineer is returning to site after commissioning and an event has occurred.
NOTE: there is an option to interconnect a standard GSM monitor which will provide the service engineer
with a TEXT message to direct his mobile and/or Sealite Internet based global hub. Further details can be
found in the GSM User Manual.
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Internal
light sensor
Operation Mode tab
The PEL conguration tool will automatically read the current operation mode of the PEL on start-up and
is displayed above the “Write button”.
OPERATION MODE SETTINGS
The current operation mode of the PEL is displayed above the “Write” button. The default operation mode
is “Dusk to Dawn”.
To change the Operation Mode, select one of the following options from the drop down menu and click
‘Write’:
• Always On - All LEDs will turn on with Night Intensity
• Standby - All LEDs will be turned off
• *Day and Night - All LEDs will turn on with Day Intensity
- Night Intensity (when light levels are low)
- Day Intensity (when light levels are high)
• *Dusk Till Dawn - All LEDs will turn on with Night Intensity (when light levels are low)
All LEDs will turn off (when light levels are high)
*Note: When testing these functionalities, masking the internal light sensor or shining bright light might
be necessary depending on light conditions. The internal light sensor is located on the top of the PEL as
shown below.
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FACTORY RESET
The unit has been pre-programmed to suit your order. All other parameters are user programmable. The
Factory Reset Button will return the PEL to its standard conguration to Operation Mode: Always On;
Flash Code: 000; and varying intensities based on LED Colours.
CAUTION: Resetting to Factory Default Settings will not restore custom settings. For
details on custom settings, refer to the PEL Checklist shipped with your PEL.
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Intensity tab
In the Intensity tab, intensities can be set for each colour LED.
ADJUSTING INTENSITIES
To adjust intensity settings for the PEL, ensure the PEL is connecting to the PC with conguration
software, and power applied.
Note: Only certain intensities can be set when the PEL is in specic operation modes:
• Always On - only night intensities can be set
• Dusk till Dawn - only night intensities can be set
• Day and Night - both night and day intensities can be set
• Standby – neither night nor day intensities can be set
An example is shown below:
In the “Intensity” tab you may either choose to enter intensity values in candelas, or as a Pulse Width
Modulation (PWM) duty cycle value in percentage format. When entering a value in candela format, the
percentage will automatically be calculated and displayed.
Once a value is entered, select any ‘Write’ button in the Intensity tab, and the intensities will change.
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VIEWING ADJUSTED INTENSITIES
To view adjusted intensities, choose the “Advanced” tab. The Lantern Information area will display the
intensity percentage for each LED.
Note: The percentage value shown in the Lantern Information area may be slightly higher than what was
entered due to software rounding. As is shown below, an intensity of 4% is written, but an intensity of
6.25% is read.
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Flash Code tab
The PEL can be setup to use any of the standard (0x00 to 0xFF) and extended (0x100 to 0x130) Sealite
ash codes. Each LED in the PEL can be setup to use a different ash code using either the Flash Code
Tab or the Advanced Tab (explained later).
SETTING FLASH CODES
On the Flash Code Tab, each LED may be set to an individual ash code by selecting a code from the
drop down menu and clicking Write. The example below shows writing a ash code of 004 (0.5s on, 1.0s
off) to all LEDs. Please refer to the ‘Flash Codes’ section of this manual.
Varying ash codes can also be set depending on the user’s needs as shown below:
Select Code Click Write
Various Flash Codes
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CUSTOM FLASH CODES (0XFFF)
The PEL Conguration Software also allows the user to select a custom ash code. First however using
the scroll bar “FFF” must be selected from bottom of the list and when all the LEDS have had FFF
selected from the bottom of the scroll the custom code can be entered by entering values in the Custom
Flash Code (0xFFF) Timings section in the Flash Code Tab. Note the total period of each character
selected must be divisible by all other characters selected otherwise all LEDS will not synchronise.
The custom ash code chosen in the example below is:
8.0s on, 4.0s off
16.0s on, 8.0s off
When the timings have been entered, select Write on the left side of the screen.
To apply the custom Flash Code, select ‘FFF’ to any LED as a ash code on the right side of the screen,
and Write to the PEL. The selected LEDs will now display the custom ash code.
The example given displays a PEL beam conguration with a mix of isophase, xed, and occulting beams
as shown below
Uniform Intensity Across All Colours
• SL-PEL-10
• Flashing boundary effect with no moving parts
• Full intensity across all sectors
• Automatic night dimming via PE cell (no moving lters)
FIXED
FIXED
ISOPHASE
OCCULTING
FIXED
FIXED
OCCULTING
FIXED
FIXED
ISOPHASE
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Sensor tab
The Sensor Tab consists of the Battery, LED, Temperature, and Light Sensors.
BATTERY SENSOR
NOTE: Changing these values is for advanced users only
The PEL has a nominal voltage of 12.5V and operates between 10V and 30V.
The battery sensor has three recommended voltage thresholds:
• Flat Battery Threshold (Default: 10.0V)
• Low Battery Threshold (Default: 11.5V)
• OK Threshold (Default: 12.0V)
In addition, the Battery Sensor displays:
• The current Supply Voltage
• The factory default voltage settings
• Low Battery Voltage Options (Default: All Enabled)
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Changing Battery Thresholds
Identify voltages to be changed. Type the new voltages below the current voltage settings and click
‘Write.’ The voltage threshold settings will change.
Disabling/Enabling Low Battery Voltage Options
If battery voltage falls below the low battery voltage threshold, three responsive actions may be selected:
• Reduce intensity down to 75% of the requirement
• Turn off the GPS
• Trigger the relay alarm
By default all the three options are enabled.
To disable any functionality, ensure the box to the left of the option is unchecked and click ‘Write.’
To enable any functionality, ensure the box to the left of the option is checked and click ‘Write.’
If battery voltage falls below the Flat Battery threshold, the PEL LEDs will power off. When the voltage
rises back above 12.0V the light will return to normal operation.
NOTE: Remember to check the current operation mode as the PEL
may require a certain light level to
return to expected intensity.
SEALITE DOES NOT RECOMMEND ADJUSTING BATTERY THRESHOLDS
Options disabled
Options enabled
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TEMPERATURE SENSOR
NOTE: Changing these values is for advanced users only
This sensor has been provided to offer service engineers condence that the PEL is functioning properly
regardless of outside conditions.
The Main Temperature Sensor monitors the main circuit board, has two temperature thresholds, and also
displays the Current Temperature:
• High Temperature Threshold (Default: 70°C)
• OK Temperature Threshold (Default: 65°C)
• Current Temperature
• Default Temperature Settings
The LED Temperature Sensor monitors the LEDs, has two temperature thresholds, and also displays the
Current Temperature:
• High Temperature Threshold (Default: 70°C)
• OK Temperature Threshold (Default: 65°C)
• Current Temperature
• Default Temperature Settings
Changing Temperature Thresholds
Identify temperatures to be changed. Type the new temperatures below the current temperature settings
and click ‘Write.’ The temperature threshold settings will change.
SEALITE DOES NOT RECOMMEND ADJUSTING TEMPERATURE THRESHOLDS
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Disabling/Enabling Temperature Threshold Options
If temperature rises above the set temperature threshold, two responsive actions may be selected:
• Reduce intensity down to 75% of the requirement
• Trigger the relay alarm
By default both options are enabled.
To disable any functionality, ensure the box to the left of the option is unchecked and click ‘Write.’
To enable any functionality, ensure the box to the left of the option is checked and click ‘Write.’
Options disabled
Options enabled
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LED SENSOR (LED DIAGNOSTICS)
The voltage and current for each of the LEDs are monitored by the LED Sensor. If any LED fails, then
all LEDs must be turned off. A faulty PEL is more dangerous than no PEL at all. When an LED failure is
detected there is one* option that can be setup:
• Trigger alarm relay (Default: On)
*Turning off all LEDs upon failure is permanently enabled.
The PEL will re-run the LED diagnostics when it detects a day to night transition, or a night to day
transition. This will mean that if the LED failure is only temporary then the PEL will resume normal
operations the next day/night.
NOTE: A custom conguration may not have all LEDs populated. If a factory reset is performed, LEDs
not being used will need to be switched to Zero intensity. This is discussed further in the Advanced Tab
section.
Disabling/Enabling Alarm Options
To disable the alarm relay, ensure the box to the left of the option is unchecked and click ‘Write.’
Options disabled
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To enable the alarm relay, ensure the box to the left of the option is checked and click ‘Write.’
Options enabled
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LIGHT SENSOR
The PEL can be setup to use either the internal light sensor or (optional) external light sensor. After 30
seconds of an ambient light change into a different threshold, the status will change.
By default the internal light sensor is used. The internal light sensor is a built-in light meter. Leading
bearings which shine into a rising sun will be late to switch to day intensity. Conversely, leading bearings
shining towards a sinking sun will be late to switch to night intensity.
Sealite recommends using the default settings when commissioning the PEL. If it is desired that the
sector PEL
should switch on at same time as a buoyed channel then the site should be revisited. Use the
PEL as a photometer to read the value under the “Current Level” and select this number for Dusk; add 50
to this level for Day to enable the PEL to switch with other lights on site.
Note: The PEL samples both through the aperture (on top of the PEL) and through the lens; thus when
covering the aperture in bright conditions, reected light may still be seen through the lens and therefore
keep the light switched off or in day mode.
The light sensors monitor:
Internal
• Day/Dawn Threshold (Default: 150)
• Night/Dusk Threshold (Default: 100)
• Current Light
External
• Day/Dawn Threshold (Default: 128)
• Night/Dusk Threshold (Default: 80)
• Current Light
Internal
light sensor
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Managing Light Sensor Thresholds
Both light meters may not be enabled at the same time.
To disable the external sensor and enable internal sensor, select the box to the left of the Internal
Sensor and click ‘Write.’ The Software will automatically unselect the external sensor.
To disable the internal sensor and enable external sensor, select the box to the left of the External
Sensor and click ‘Write.’ The Software will automatically unselect the internal sensor.
Changing Light Thresholds
Identify light thresholds to be changed. Type the new thresholds below the current Lux settings and click
‘Write.’ The Lux threshold settings will change. Note: If the light sensor is not enabled, changes to the
settings may not be made.
Internal enabled
External enabled
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Advanced tab
The Advanced Tab consists of Lantern Information and Lantern Setup and is a summary of Operation
Mode, Intensities and Flash Settings.
LANTERN INFORMATION
This area displays:
• LED Colour Congurations
• Night-time and Daytime Intensity Settings (Percentage)
• Flash Code Settings (Hex)
• Sync Offset (sec)
• Operation Mode
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LANTERN SETUP
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INTENSITY
In addition to being able to enter intensities in the Intensity Tab, exibility is offered at the Advanced Tab
where individual LED intensities may also be set to build intensity across a given colour.
Alternatively an even intensity may be required across all three colours.
Changing LED Intensities
Enter the percentage for each LED in either the night or day setting columns and click ‘Write Intensity.’
Note: Only certain intensities can be set when the PEL
is in specic operation modes:
• Always On - only night intensities can be set
• Dusk till Dawn - only night intensities can be set
• Day and Night - both night and day intensities can be set
• Standby – neither night nor day intensities can be set
Uniform Intensity Across All Colours
• SL-PEL-10
• Flashing boundary effect with no moving parts
• Full intensity across all sectors
• Automatic night dimming via PE cell (no moving lters)
FIXED
FIXED
ISOPHASE
OCCULTING
FIXED
FIXED
OCCULTING
FIXED
FIXED
ISOPHASE
Building Intensity Across Beam
• SL-PEL-10
• Boundary intensity reduction
• Automatic night dimming via PE cell (no moving lters)
• Flashing red & green boundary with no moving parts
FIXED
FIXED
FIXED
ISOPHASE
FIXED
FIXED
ISOPHASE
FIXED
FIXED
FIXED
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FLASH CODE
In addition to being able to enter ash codes in the Flash Code Tab, exibility is offered at the Advanced
Tab where individual LED ash codes may also be set for user customisation.
NOTE: If a custom code has been selected (FFF), refer to the Flash Code tab for a description of the
character selected.
Flash Code settings for each individual LED may be entered in the Flash Code Column (as a
hexadecimal code). Enter the ash code for each LED and click ‘Write FC.’
Note: Although the PEL has the ability to use all and any character, the purpose of the light is for the
mariner to safely enter a port or pass through a difcult channel with restricted access. Accordingly the
marine will favour a character with a long viewing period with the light on i.e: Fixed, Occulting, Isophase,
or Long Flash. Since the mariner will generally be viewing the light against a port or town, a FIXED
character is generally not recommended as it is difcult to identify. Maintaining a ashing character also
saves power.
When selecting different characters for LEDS to provide a simulated oscillating boundary effect,
characters of the same total period should be selected. All characters with the same total period will
automatically synchronise.
For a list of ash codes, please refer to the ‘Flash Codes’ section of this manual.
SYNC OFFSET
The synchronisation offset is used to adjust the relative timing of the selected ash code for each of
the LEDs. When two LEDs have the same length ash code and the same sync offset, they will be
synchronised.
Since an observer can only see one LED at any one time or for a momentary period as they cross a
boundary it is unlikely that this facility will be utilised, but the exibility is provided.
Writing LED Synchronisation
Sync Offset settings for each individual LED may be entered in the Sync Offset Column (in seconds, Max
Offset=5.1s). Enter the Sync Offset for each LED and click ‘Write Sync.’
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AIS Report tab
For users with AIS enabled, the Sealite AIS message is sent from the PEL on the serial port every 10
seconds. This message contains
• Product name (PEL)
• Lantern status information
LED diagnostics failure
Lantern is in darkness / daylight
Lantern is synchronised to the GPS*
Lantern is receiving valid messages from the GPS*
Lantern is at a high or normal temperature
The battery is low, at, or normal
• Operation mode
• Intensity (the highest intensity setting for any LED is displayed)
• Flash code (the rst non-zero ash code is displayed)
• Actual battery voltage (V)
• *Latitude
• *Longitude
*The GPS connection may take up to 15 minutes to establish.
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GPS Synchronisation
NOTE: Advanced users only
The GPS synchronisation system is used to synchronise LED ash pattern. Synchronised lights are
easier to see than lights which are not synchronised. It may take up to 15 minutes for a GPS connection
to be established.
The PEL is user-programmable to set each LED to a different ash code. Currently the GPS
synchronisation system can only synchronise one ash code at a time. The steady on ash code does
not require synchronisation.
Synchronisation will occur
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Under harsh environmental conditions the GPS data may not be available. If a loss of GPS data is
encountered the lantern should keep its GPS active until the problem is rectied.
Synchronisation will not occur
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Range of SL-PEL-10 @ T=0.74 at night
See Reference Guide ‘Daytime Range of Signal Lights’
• Synchronised LEDs are programmable in both intensity and character
• Length of beam indicates intensity
• Illustration shows SL-PEL-10 with 10 x 1º sectors
• The SL-PEL-05 variant produces 10 x 0.5º sectors
Diagram 1: Building Intensity Across Beam
• SL-PEL-10
• Boundary intensity reduction
• Automatic night dimming via PE cell (no moving lters)
• Flashing red & green boundary with no moving parts
Diagram 3: Composite Station
• 2 x SL-PEL-10
• Synchronised horizontally to broaden beam and retain intensity
• Synchronised vertically to double intensity
• Automatic night dimming via PE cell (no moving lters)
Diagram 2: Uniform Intensity Across All Colours
• SL-PEL-10
• Flashing boundary effect with no moving parts
• Full intensity across all sectors
• Automatic night dimming via PE cell (no moving lters)
Examples of PEL Beam Congurations
FIXED
FIXED
FIXED
ISOPHASE
FIXED
FIXED
ISOPHASE
FIXED
FIXED
FIXED
FIXED
FIXED
ISOPHASE
OCCULTING
FIXED
FIXED
ISOPHASE
FIXED
FIXED
ISOPHASE
FIXED
FIXED
ISOPHASE
FIXED
FIXED
OCCULTING
FIXED
FIXED
FIXED
FIXED
FIXED
FIXED
OCCULTING
FIXED
FIXED
FIXED
FIXED
FIXED
FIXED
ISOPHASE
Examples of PEL Beam Congurations
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Flash Codes
Sealite marine lanterns may be set to any of IALA recommended flash settings. These can be set via
rotary switches inside the lantern or the IR remote or via the Sealite Configuration Tool.
Symbols
SEALITE® code reference is listed by number of flashes
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or email info@sealite.com
FL Flash followed by number Eg. FL 1 S, one flash every second
F Fixed
Q Quick flash
VQ Very quick flash
OC Occulting; greater period on than off
ISO Isophase; equal period on and off
LFL Long flash long
MO Morse code ( ) contains letter
For example, VQ (6) + LFL 10 S means 6 very quick flashes followed by a long flash, 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 flash every 10 seconds or quick (6) + long flash every 15 seconds
West Cardinal Mark:
Very quick (9) every 10 seconds or quick (9) every 15 seconds
Isolated Danger Mark:
Group flashing (2)
Safe Water Mark:
Isophase, occulting, one long flash 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
SWITCH
IR
Controller
FLASH CODE
ON
OFF
A B A B
0 0 0
F (Steady light)
4 2 66
ISO 5 S
2.5 2.5
D 3 211
VQ 0.5 S
0.2 0.3 8 2 130
LFL 5 S
2.0 3.0
- - 274
VQ 0.5 S
0.25
0.25
0 3 3
OC 5 S
3.0 2.0
E 3 227
VQ 0.6 S
0.2 0.4 1 3 19
OC 5 S
4.0 1.0
F 3 243
VQ 0.6 S
0.3 0.3 2 3 35
OC 5 S
4.5 0.5
7 3 115
Q 1 S 0.2 0.8 C 6 198
FL 6 S
0.2 5.8
8 3 131
Q 1 S 0.3 0.7 B 5 181
FL 6 S
0.3 5.7
9 3 147
Q 1 S 0.4 0.6
C 5 197
FL 6 S
0.4 5.6
A 3 163
Q 1 S 0.5 0.5 8 1 129
FL 6 S
0.5 5.5
8
4
132
Q 1 S
0.8
0.2 9 1
145
FL 6 S
0.6
5.4
B 3 179
Q 1.2 S
0.3 0.9 A 1 161
FL 6 S
1.0 5.0
- - 293
FL 1.2 S
0.4 0.8 7 5 117
FL 6 S
1.2 4.8
9 4 148
Q 1.2 S
0.5 0.7 B 1 177
FL 6 S
1.5 4.5
C 3 195
Q 1.2 S
0.6 0.6 5 2 82
ISO 6 S
3.0 3.0
F 4 244
FL 1.5 S
0.2 1.3 9 2 146
LFL 6 S
2.0 4.0
1 0 16
FL 1.5 S
0.3 1.2 6 4 100
OC 6 S
4.0 2.0
0 5 5
FL 1.5 S
0.4 1.1 3 3 51
OC 6 S
4.5 1.5
0 4 4
FL 1.5 S
0.5 1.0 4 3 67
OC 6 S
5.0 1.0
2 0 32
FL 2 S
0.2 1.8 - - 280
FL 7 S
0.4 6.6
3 0 48
FL 2 S
0.3 1.7 A 4 164
FL 7 S
1.0 6.0
4 0 64
FL 2 S
0.4 1.6 9 6 150
FL 7 S
2.0 5.0
5 0 80
FL 2 S
0.5 1.5 5 6 86
OC 7 S
4.5 2.5
6 0 96
FL 2 S
0.7 1.3 D 5 213
FL 7.5 S
0.5 7.0
7 0 112
FL 2 S
0.8 1.2 C 1 193
FL 7.5 S
0.8 6.7
1 2 18
ISO 2 S
1.0
1.0 E 5
229
FL 8 S
0.5
7.5
8 0 128
FL 2.5 S
0.3 2.2 B 4 180
FL 8 S
1.0 7.0
9 0 144
FL 2.5 S
0.5 2.0 6 2 98
ISO 8 S
4.0 4.0
D 6 214
FL 2.5 S
1.0 1.5 A 2 162
LFL 8 S
2.0 6.0
1 5 21
FL 3 S
0.2 2.8 6 6 102
OC 8 S
5.0 3.0
A 0 160
FL 3 S
0.3 2.7 - - 294
OC 8 S
6.0 2.0
2 5 37
FL 3 S
0.4 2.6 B 2 178
LFL 8 S
3.0 5.0
B 0 176
FL 3 S
0.5 2.5 F 5 245
FL 9 S
0.9 8.1
3 5 53
FL 3 S
0.6 2.4 C 4 196
FL 9 S
1.0 8.0
C 0 192
FL 3 S
0.7 2.3 7 6 118
OC 9 S
6.0 3.0
D 0 208
FL 3 S
1.0 2.0 0 6 6
FL 10 S
0.2 9.8
2 2 34
ISO 3 S
1.5 1.5 1 6 22
FL 10 S
0.3 9.7
5 4 84
OC 3 S
2.0 1.0 - - 281
FL 10 S
0.4 9.6
E 2 226
OC 3 S
2.5 0.5 D 1 209
FL 10 S
0.5 9.5
4 6 70
OC 3.5 S
2.5 1.0 2 6 38
FL 10 S
0.8 9.2
4 5 69
FL 4 S
0.2 3.8 E 1 225
FL 10 S
1.0 9.0
5 5 85
FL 4 S
0.3 3.7 1 4 20
FL 10 S
1.5 8.5
E 0 224
FL 4 S
0.4 3.6 C 2 194
LFL 10 S
2.0 8.0
F 0 240
FL 4 S
0.5 3.5 D 2 210
LFL 10 S
3.0 7.0
6 5 101
FL 4 S
0.6 3.4 7 2 114
ISO 10 S
5.0 5.0
0 1 1
FL 4 S
0.8 3.2 2 4 36
LFL 10 S
4.0 6.0
1 1 17
FL 4 S
1.0 3.0 8 6 134
OC 10 S
6.0 4.0
2 1 33
FL 4 S
1.5 2.5 5 3 83
OC 10 S
7.0 3.0
3 2 50
ISO 4 S
2.0 2.0 6 3 99
OC 10 S
7.5 2.5
3 6 54
OC 4 S
2.5 1.5 - - 303
FL 11 S
1.0 10.0
F 2 242
OC 4 S
3.0 1.0 - - 302
FL 12 S
1.0 11.0
3 1 49
FL 4.3 S
1.3 3.0 F 1 241
FL 12 S
1.2 10.8
8 5 133
FL 5 S
0.2 4.8 D 4 212
FL 12 S
2.5 9.5
4 1 65
FL 5 S
0.3 4.7 3 4 52
LFL 12 S
2.0 10.0
- - 279
FL 5 S
0.4 4.6 0 2 2
FL 15 S
1.0 14.0
5 1 81
FL 5 S
0.5 4.5 4 4 68
LFL 15 S
4.0 11.0
9 5 149
FL 5 S
0.9 4.1 7 4 116
OC 15 S
10 5.0
6 1 97
FL 5 S
1.0 4.0 A 6 166
LFL 20 S
2.0 18.0
7 1 113
FL 5 S
1.5 3.5
E 4 228
FL 26 S
1.0 25.0
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SL-PEL Series
Sectored Port Entry Light
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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SL-PEL Series
Sectored Port Entry Light
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
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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SL-PEL Series
Sectored Port Entry Light
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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SL-PEL Series
Sectored Port Entry Light
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
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
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
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Optional GSM Cell-Phone Monitoring & Control
The Sealite PEL is avialable with GSM monitoring facilities enabling users to access real-time diagnostics
data and change lantern settings via cell-phone. The system can also be congured to send out alarm
SMS text messages to designated cellular telephone numbers. Users can also have alarms and reports
sent to designated email addresses.
Please contact Sealite for a copy of the GSM instruction manual.
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Maintenance and Servicing
The PEL should be galvanically insulated from the bracket or tower it is mounted on by means of M10 A4
stainless bolts with insulated nylon washers to ensure the longevity of the PEL.
Pin “D” core coloured green should be connected to a suitable GROUND on the structure. Although the
lantern is protected against power surges everything should be done to safeguard the lantern from direct
or near lightning strikes.
The Sealite PEL is an LED light source and as a result does not require visits for re-lamping. If tted
with GSM or AIS monitoring the service technician will already have advance notice on the requirement
for a visit.
In the absence of any alarms it is recommended that the PEL be visited twice a year to suit site
conditions. These conditions could be particularly where the light is exposed to season bird fouling or
sand/dust deposits from harsh winds or it could be access is difcult during certain times of the year.
Service personnel visiting the site should perform site visits with at least 5 litres of fresh, grit free soapy
water and clean rags to remove any external build up of sand or bird guano.
Before starting work Port Control should be contacted or the channel checked to ensure there is not a
SHIP IN PASSAGE which this cleaning process will prevent from using.
Special care should be taken when handling the Port Entry Light. Optics can be easily damaged from
poor handling and incorrect cleaning methods. Be sure to consider the following guidelines:
- Never place hard or rough surfaces on PEL optics as the lens can be easily scratched and chipped.
- Optics should never be handled with bare ngers as oils from the skin may remove and damage
coated and uncoated surfaces.
- Use only lint-free cloths or lens tissue when cleaning surface of the PEL lens
- Apply isopropyl alcohol (IPA) directly to your cloth – NEVER directly to the lens. Use slow, even, light
pressure working from edge to edge across the PEL Lens allowing IPA to evaporate
- If storing the PEL ensure the optics and connectors are protected.
The same cleaning process should be taken into consideration with any accessories including: solar
arrays, GSM or GPS units.
All cable connections should be checked and tied down against wind and wave actions if applicable.
Mounting xings should be xed for security and any weaknesses observed and noted.
Pictures should be taken of the site condition before and after these actions.
Once free of these deposits and dried with power still connected, using the USB lead and PC loaded
with the programme the Unit can be read to check and record battery voltage.
If the visit is other than regular maintenance the “event log” will be lled with up to 24 events. These
events are recorded in the PEL RAM and are retained even if power has failed.
The PEL cannot be read until it is powered up and COMs port selected as explained earlier in the
manual. Events can be down loaded to a separate le for record purposes.
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Trouble Shooting
Problem Remedy
Unable to communicate with
PEL via USB
1. Connect the USB drive provided by Sealite and open to view les.
2. Double-click on folder: PELCongx.xx (note, version number may vary)
3. Double-click on folder: USBDriversForWindows
4. Double-click on folder: Executable
5. Double-click on le: CDM V2.10.00 WHQL Certied.exe
6. Extract the executable le
7. A computer restart may be necessary
8. Ensure USB Drivers have been installed correctly.
9. Continue with USB → PEL connection
Low battery voltage • Check voltage across PINs G and H and ensure it they match values
recorded in the programme
• Repeat the process after covering the solar array to see if the battery
voltage changes
• Check all solar and battery connections.
PE cell abnormality • Check PE window is clear and clean
• Cover PE cell and lens as previously described and observe change of
state in the “AIS Report” tab
• Change the Mode from “Day and Night” to “Night only” and repeat
process observing change of intensity or On/off status
Abnormalities with GPS signal
• Check cable , plug in connection and position of mounting of the antenna
to ensure nothing has changed on site. Perhaps the antenna is no longer
looking at the sky or is now obscured by any other equipment since
installed
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PEL Warranty Statement
Sealite PTY Ltd have manufactured and focused the sectors in the PEL to suit site parameters provided
by the customer or to their parameters. While Sealite may have offered recommendations on these
settings it is the customer’s or aligning engineer’s responsibility to ensure that the light is aligned and
matched to the site parameters before propagating its characteristics and bearings.
No responsibility is taken by Sealite for aligning the PEL unless contracted to do so. If contracted to
align, no responsibility will be taken for verication that the channel is free of obstructions.
During commissioning (if contracted to do so) the customer will be asked to accept the demonstrated
alignment by Sealite and verify that it is t for purpose.
All navigational aids are provided to assist the mariner but it is the mariner’
s responsibility to maintain
the safety of his vessel at all times. The PEL
is provided to assist that process, not replace it.
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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
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.
c. the defect is due to the product being repaired or tampered with by anyone other than Sealite or
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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Monitoring
& Control Systems
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(up to 3mt in diameter)
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& Accessories
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UK
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