SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns Installation & Service Manual Version 4.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns Table of Contents Introduction...........................................................................................Page 4 Operating Principle..............................................................................Page 4 Technology............................................................................................Page 4 SLC500 Model.......................................................................................
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns 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.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns SLC500 Model The SLC500 is a completely self-contained 5-7nm+ Solar LED Marine Lantern designed for a range of low-maintenance applications. The light boasts a large internal battery compartment, a multiple tiered SL125 light-head, and 4 premium-grade 10watt solar modules mounted to collect sunlight at all angles. The SLC500 is moulded from UV-stabilised virgin polyethylene, providing enormous impact and weather resistance, in addition to high visibility colours.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns SPECIFICATIONS • Light Source Available Colours Maximum Available Intensity (cd)† Visible Range (nm) Horizontal Output (degrees) Vertical Divergence (degrees) Reflector Type Available Flash Characteristics Intensity Adjustments LED Life Expectancy (hours) SL125-2 (72 LED lantern as standard) Red, Green, White, Yellow, Blue Red - 383 Green - 317 White - 321 Yellow - 180 5–7+ 360 9 Omnidirectional 360° LED Reflector (US Pat. No. 6,667,582. AU Pat. No.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns Figure 1. SLC500 Latest products and information available at www.sealite.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns SLC500 Optional Configurations RF Synchronisation (SLC500-CS) The SLC500 may be fitted with optional comm sync RF module for short range flash synchronisation ideal for marina entrances and aquaculture applications. GPS Synchronisation (SLC500-GPS) For flash synchronisation of lanterns installed over longer ranges, a GPS module may be fitted.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns SLC600 Model The SLC600 is the world’s largest self-contained LED lantern, is a 6-9nm+ Solar LED Marine Lantern designed for a range of low-maintenance applications. The large solar array make this lantern perfect for low sunlight regions. The light boasts a large internal battery compartment, a multiple tiered SL125 light-head, and 4 premium-grade 20watt solar modules mounted to collect sunlight at all angles.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns SPECIFICATIONS • Light Source Available Colours Maximum Available Intensity (cd)† Visible Range (nm) Horizontal Output (degrees) Vertical Divergence (degrees) Reflector Type Available Flash Characteristics Intensity Adjustments LED Life Expectancy (hours) SL125-4 (144 LED lantern as standard) Red, Green, White, Yellow, Blue Red - 860 Green - 623 White - 602 Yellow - 363 6–9+ 360 5 Omnidirectional 360° LED Reflector (US Pat. No. 6,667,582. AU Pat. No.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns Figure 2. SLC600 Latest products and information available at www.sealite.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns SLC600 Optional Configurations RF Synchronisation (SLC600-CS) The SLC600 may be fitted with optional comm sync RF module for short range flash synchronisation ideal for marina entrances and aquaculture applications. GPS Synchronisation (SLC600-GPS) For flash synchronisation of lanterns installed over longer ranges, a GPS module may be fitted.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns Installation Before activating the light, intensity and flash settings must be set. Label “FRONT” indicates front of the lantern, where all operations must take place. 1. From the front of the lantern unscrew the four cap screws located at either side of the light-head and remove. 2. Remove bung from base of light-head. 3. The power and range settings of the lantern are adjusted by setting the DIP switches inside the lantern.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns Selecting an Intensity/Power Setting Intensity/power settings on Sealite lanterns operate via DIP switches, located near the rotary switches on the flasher unit. The pulse 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 25%.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns RF Synchronisation (Comm-Sync) Option Sealite’s innovative RF Synchronisation System is designed to offer a low-cost short range flash synchronisation option for applications including rivers, estuaries, marina entrances, channel marking and aquaculture.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns GPS Synchronisation Option The SLC500 and SLC600 lanterns may be fitted with an optional internally integrated GPS module which enables flash synchronisation of lanterns installed over longer ranges. When lanterns flash in synchronisation they can be clearly distinguished from other navaids and confusing background lighting.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns Lantern Status Two status LED’s on the main printed circuit board (position A in image below) provide the operator with an indication of the lantern status. There is one RED and one YELLOW LED that in different combinations of ON/OFF/FLASHING will indicate the current operational status of the light,and vary depending on whether the lantern is set to steady-on, or a flashing light characteristic. These indicator LED’s can be viewed at the base of the lens.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns FLASHING LIGHT LED Combinations (Status Indicator LEDs ‘A’ in Fig.3.1.) YELLOW LED A. Flashing ON/ OFF 1 time per second RED LED Lantern Status Lantern Comment ON Normal running condition synchronised to GPS. Will take up to 10 minutes when first powered up. Condition only active in darkness.. OFF Normal but not synchronised ON Normal running condition, but light does not synchronise to other lights. GPS not fitted or no time data received.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns Flash Codes Sealite Lanterns may be set to any of 256 IALA recommended flash settings which are user-adjustable onsite without the need for external devices. SEALITE® code reference is listed by number of flashes For the latest version of this document visit www.sealite.com or email info@sealite.com Symbols FL Flash followed by number Eg.
SWITCH A B 0 D E F 7 8 9 A 8 B 9 C F 1 0 0 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 8 9 D 1 A 2 B 3 C D 2 5 E 4 4 5 E F 6 0 1 2 3 3 F 3 8 4 5 9 6 0 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 3 4 3 4 0 5 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 6 5 0 5 0 5 0 0 2 4 2 6 5 5 0 0 5 1 1 1 2 6 2 1 5 1 1 5 1 FLASH CODE ON OFF F (Steady light) VQ 0.5 S VQ 0.6 S VQ 0.6 S Q1S Q1S Q1S Q1S Q1S Q 1.2 S Q 1.2 S Q 1.2 S FL 1.5 S FL 1.5 S FL 1.5 S FL 1.5 S FL 2 S FL 2 S FL 2 S FL 2 S FL 2 S FL 2 S ISO 2 S FL 2.5 S FL 2.5 S FL 2.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns SWITCH A B 0 A E B 1 A 2 A 3 A F 9 2 C 4 A 0 7 1 7 9 B 2 9 5 A 7 8 A A 6 A 7 A 9 9 2 8 3 7 3 9 A 9 7 B 8 A 4 7 8 8 5 7 4 C 5 C F B 9 A 9 8 6 7 7 7 6 9 8 7 B 9 9 7 4 9 B A C 9 D 9 A 8 A 7 8 B C A D A FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF FL (2) 4 S VQ (2) 4 S FL (2) 4.5 S FL (2) 4.5 S FL (2) 4.5 S FL (2) 5 S FL (2) 5 S FL (2) 5 S FL (2) 5 S FL (2) 5 S Q (2) 5 S Q (2) 5 S FL (2) 5.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns SWITCH A B A B F A 0 B B 7 B 8 C 8 C B C 7 D B D 7 3 8 8 9 B B D 8 1 B E A E 7 B 6 4 8 5 8 1 8 F 7 9 D 0 8 F 8 0 9 1 9 6 8 1 C 4 B 3 B 5 B 6 B SWITCH A B B F B D 8 D 1 D 2 D F E B E 4 F C E 3 D A D 4 D 8 E 7 D D E C D 5 D 0 D 3 F 0 F E E 6 F FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF Q (3) 6 S FL (3) 8 S FL (3) 9 S FL (3) 9 S FL (3) 10 S FL (3) 10 S FL (3) 10 S FL (3) 10 S FL (3) 10 S FL (3) 10 S FL (2+1) 10 S OC (3) 10 S Q (3) 10 S FL (2 + 1) 10 S FL (3) 12 S FL (3) 12 S
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns SWITCH A B D D E D E 8 5 F 9 F 9 E SWITCH A B F D A F 7 F A E SWITCH A B 6 E 7 E 2 F 2 E 3 E 8 F SWITCH A B 4 E 5 E 1 F 0 E 1 E FLASH CODE ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF Q (5) 7 S Q (5) 10 S FL (5) 16.5 S FL (5) 20 S FL (5) 20 S FL (5) 20 S 0.3 0.3 5.0 0.5 0.8 1.0 0.7 0.7 1.5 0.5 1.2 1.0 0.3 0.3 0.5 0.5 0.8 1.0 0.7 0.7 1.5 0.5 1.2 1.0 0.3 0.3 0.5 0.5 0.8 1.0 0.7 0.7 1.5 0.5 1.2 1.0 0.3 0.3 0.5 0.5 0.8 1.0 0.7 0.7 1.5 0.5 1.2 1.0 0.3 0.3 0.5 0.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns Maintenance and Servicing Designed to be virtually maintenance-free, the SLC500 and SLC600 require minimal attention, though the following maintenance and servicing information is provided to help ensure the life of your Sealite product. 1. Cleaning Lens- occasional cleaning of the light lens may be required. Using a cloth and warm soapy water, wipe off any foreign matter before rinsing the lens with fresh water. 2.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns Trouble Shooting Problem Remedy Lantern will not activate. • • • • • 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 3.0 hours of direct sunlight per day to retain full autonomy.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns Sealite LED Light Warranty V2.1 Activating the Warranty Upon purchase, the Sealite Pty Ltd warranty must be activated for recognition of future claims. To do this you have two (2) options: 1. Postal Registration - please complete the Sealite Warranty Registration Card and return to Sealite within 30 days of your purchase. 2. Online Registration - please complete the Online Registration Form at; www.sealite.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns 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.
SLC500 & SLC600 Solar Marine Lanterns Other Sealite Products Available Marine Lanterns (1-12nm+) Monitoring & Control Systems Bridge & Barge Lights Marine Buoys (up to 3mt in diameter) Area Lighting Mooring Systems & Accessories Head Office Sealite Pty Ltd 11 Industrial Drive Somerville, Vic 3912 Australia Tel: +61 3 5977 6128 Fax: +61 3 5977 6124 Email: info@sealite.com Internet: www.sealite.com Latest products and information available at www.sealite.
