PRODUCT SUPPORT MANUAL RCL-600A// Remote Control Searchlight System with Joystick Remote Control Panel Model No.: RCL-600A Product No.: 1941(24V) and 1943(12V) Y1-03-0139 Rev.
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Table of Contents SECTION 1 - HOW THE SEARCHLIGHT WORKS ___________________________________________________ 3 SECTION 2 - PREPARING TO INSTALL __________________________________________________________ 3 SECTION 3 - INSTALLATION _________________________________________________________________ 3 SECTION 4 - OPERATION____________________________________________________________________ 8 SECTION 5- CARE AND MAINTENANCE ________________________________________________________ 9 APPENDIX A - CABLE SELECTION TA
SECTION 1 - HOW THE SEARCHLIGHT WORKS The RCL-600A was specially designed for mariners who require a high intensity remote controlled searchlight that can stand up to the tough marine environment. The RCL-600A is a xenon arc searchlight that produces six (6) million peak candle power. All functions of the RCL-600A can be electrically operated by remote control from the pilot area of the vessel. A remote control panel is supplied with the RCL-600A.
Figure 1 Y1-03-0139H 4
3.2 Mounting the remote control panel (master) The remote control panel can be mounted where desired using appropriate marine grade mounting hardware. For waterresistant installation, some type of gasketing (neoprene sheet, silicone sealant, etc.) must be used. In all cases, the remote control panel should be mounted in a protected area. Refer to Figure 2 for mounting and wiring details.
3.3 Wiring of remote control panel The remote control panel is shipped with a 6-foot (1.83-meter) long, 20 AWG cable. The cable will be attached to the searchlight and should be connected to the corresponding contacts on the remote control panel based on the wire color. Refer to Figure 3. Vinyl Cabtyre Cable 600V - VCT - 5.5sq - 2c + white Remote Control Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Source DC 24V ± 10% 8.
Figure 4 3.5 Installing a second remote control panel (slave) The second remote control panel is optional. This section refers to Product No. 1942 only. The second Remote Control Panel may be mounted similarly to the first. The second remote control panel is wired parallel to the first remote control panel. Connect cable to sockets on back of control panels. The master panel should have cable plugged into top socket row 2.
SECTION 4 - OPERATION 4.1 Instructions on Controls A. Rotation Up/Down/Left/Right- Move joy stick in the desired direction. Low Speed Range- 0° to 7.5° High Speed Range- 7.5° to 15° B. Focus Rotate focusing knob for desired light spot size (wide or narrow) C.
SECTION 5- CARE AND MAINTENANCE 5.1 General care The RCL-600A is relatively maintenance free. Clean the exterior of the light with a mild detergent and water if desired. Rotate the light left, then right and up then down periodically to keep motors and turning surfaces clean and operational. WARNING: DO NOT rotate the light manually. This will strip the gear rack. 5.2 Bulb Replacement A 150W xenon short arc lamp is provided with your RCL-600A.
APPENDIX A - CABLE SELECTION TABLES TABLE 1- Cable Selection Table, RCL-600A, 12V Source cable size 0 – 30 ft run 30 – 50 ft run 50 – 100 ft run Control cable size 0 – 100 ft run Remote panels cable size 0 – 100 ft run TABLE 2- Cable Selection Table, RCL-600A, 24V Main cable and source cable size 0 – 30 ft run 30 – 50 ft run 50 – 100 ft run Control cable size 0 – 100 ft run Remote panels cable size 0 – 100 ft run AWG 12 AWG 8 AWG 6 AWG 16 AWG 16 AWG 14 AWG 12 AWG 10 AWG 16 AWG 16 APPENDIX B - RCL-600A S
APPENDIX D - WARRANTY, NOTICES Limited Warranty This product is warranted against factory defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 (one) year* from date of purchase or receipt as a gift. During the warranty period ACR Electronics, Inc. will repair or, at its option, replace the unit at no cost to you for labor, materials and return transportation from ACR. For further assistance, please contact our Technical Service Department at ACR Electronics, Inc.
