Flash Technology OL2A User manual

The OL2A is confi gured using the IR programmer. The lantern’s
mating IR receiver is on an energy-saving sleep cycle.
Press and hold for 2 seconds to awaken the IR
receiver and begin communication with the lantern.
The lantern is now ready to accept programming. Note that the lantern will quickly fl ash
after every key it receives. All programming codes follow the same sequence:
The number symbol # represents 0 - 9. Commands can be rejected if they are
unsupported, contain an incorrect key sequence or have an eff ective intensity too high
for the programmed fl ash code.
OL2A
USER MANUAL
REGULATORY INFORMATION 2-HOLE FLANGE MOUNT
SETTING THE FLASHPOLE MOUNT OPERATION
Install the Pole Mount
1. Apply a thin coating of
silicone lubricant to the pole-
mount o-ring.
2. Use the alignment keys to
align the top cover and pole
mount.
3. Attach the mount to the top
cover using the provided 6
screws. Do not over tighten!
1. Insert a mounting screw through the bird deterrent.
2. Install the screw. Do not over tighten!
3. Bend bird deterrent as needed.
1. If required, insert the reducing sleeve into the pole
mount. Note that it aligns only one way.
2. Slide the lantern and sleeve over the pole; press down
to ensure lantern is well seated.
3. Secure with the provided 3 screws. If required, drill
1/8 - 9/64 in. (3.2 - 3.6 mm) pilot holes and then install
the screws.
Changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Installation work
must be done by a qualifi ed person(s) in accordance with all applicable local codes and
standards.
SAFETY AND USAGE PRECAUTIONS
The lantern’s Battery Pack contains lead, lead compounds, and other compounds
known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Please handle
with care and wash your hands thoroughly after handling the Battery Pack.
Charge your lantern’s Battery Pack periodically. Permanent damage and reduced
capacity will result if the Battery Pack is not correctly maintained.
Lanterns that have been stored may require a top-up charge before they are put into
service. The most accurate Battery Pack status reading is obtained when the lantern
has been in a dark location and in Off mode for at least 24 hours.
Year-round, unrestricted solar exposure is critical to long-
term performance. Shade dramatically reduces the ability
of the light to charge its battery.
The OL2A has changeable mounts. Ensure either the
2-hole fl ange mount or pole mount is attached before
lantern installation.
INSTALLATION
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Up to 4 bird deterrents can be installed:
1. Insert the provided screw through the bird deterrent
2. Drive the screw into one of the 4 small holes on the
top of the mount. Do not over tighten!
3. Bend the bird deterrent as required.
Fix in place with 2x bolts, studs & nuts, nails or screws.
Recommended bolt size is 1/4-20 UNC or M6.
To attach the 2-hole fl ange mount
Alignment Keys
In daylight, the solar panel charges the battery using the Energy Management System
(EMS). The capacity of the battery ensures that even with poor levels of sunlight over an
extended period, the lantern has enough reserve power to continue to perform reliably.
Stored battery energy then powers the LED during the night.
The change from night-to-day or day-to-night is called a transition. To avoid false
transitions and ensure stable operation, the transition time is 2 minutes. For example, 2
minutes of dark is needed for the lantern to switch to night operation.
PROGRAMMING
To set the fl ash pattern, enter its fl ash code using the IR programmer. Flash codes are
listed in a table at the end of this document.
To install the lantern:
###3 quick fl ashes
Command accepted
2 slow fl ashes
Command rejected
605
SETTING THE INTENSITY
The OL2A is programmed using eff ective intensity. Eff ective intensity is the brightness
of a fl ashing light as perceived by the human eye (as opposed to peak intensity which
is the actual intensity of a light during a fl ash). Eff ective intensity is calcluated using the
following equation:
Eff ective Intensity (cd) = Peak Intensity (cd) x Flash Duration (sec)
0.2 (sec) + Flash Duration (sec)
The OL2A makes this calculation automatically based on your programmed fl ash code
and eff ective intensity selected. Note that for a fi xed/steady-burning light (code 001),
eff ective intensity equals peak intensity. The range of intensity codes are:
129
Product performance varies by installation location. Contact your sales
representative for further details.
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Example: Enter for quick fl ash Q 1s 0.3 (fl ash code 129)
Example: Enter for intensity of 5 ecd
2. Attach the mount to the top
cover using the provided 3 screws.
Do not over tighten!
3. Apply a thin coat of silicone
lubricant to the bottom cover o-ring.
4. Align the bottom cover and press
into the top cover. It only fi ts one way.
5. Secure the bottom cover with the
provided 3 screws. Do not over tighten!
1. Use the alignment keys to
align the top cover and fl ange
mount. Press together.
Alignment Keys
Up to 6 bird deterrents can be installed:
bird deterrents can be installed:
To install the lantern:
600 0.1 - 0.4 eff ective cd
601 1 eff ective cd
602 2 eff ective cd
...
6## Maximum values vary by fl ash code and LED color
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Press and hold 4 seconds. The lantern
LED will fade on or off to confi rm your
setting change.
CHECKING BATTERY STATE OF CHARGE (SOC)
BATTERY CHARGING
MAINTENANCE
SPECIFICATIONS FLASH CODES
RECYCLING
If the battery is ≤14%, low voltage disconnect (LVD) disables the LED and attempts to
charge the battery to a sustainable SOC. The LED is re-enabled once SOC is >75%.
810
or
Good battery
SOC >70%
Charge battery
SOC 14 - 70%
Low battery
SOC ≤14%, LVD Active
AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL
During periods of sustained poor solar charging, Automatic Light Control (ALC) may
decrease LED intensity based on battery SOC and recent charging trends. When
solar charging returns to a sustainable level, ALC increases intensity back to the user
setting. ALC may be disabled to keep the lantern at a constant intensity.
Enable ALC: 801Disable ALC: 800
In “on” mode, the OL2A LED turns on at night and off during the day. The lantern
charges in sunlight, but the LED remains off when in “off ” mode. When turned on again,
the lantern activates at its last programmed settings (1 minute preview for daytime
activations).
Option 1: Switched Models
Set the switch to on or off
position
Option 2 : IR Programmer
Using the IR programmer, enter:
The batteries are best charged inside the lantern. The OL2A can recharge 0 V or 0%
SOC batteries back to 100% SOC:
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The OL2A comes with 3x AA industrial-grade, high-temperature NiMH batteries. The
OL2A will only operate with all 3x batteries installed correctly. The lantern remembers
its settings even when the batteries are removed.
Other rechargeable AA NiMH batteries will not void your warranty. However,
shock, vibration, temperature and optical performance may be limited.
To install batteries:
1. Install batteries noting their polarity.
2. Apply a thin coat of silicone lubricant to the large sealing
o-ring.
3. Align top cover and assembly components; secure with
the provided screws. Do not over tighten!
BATTERY INSTALLATION
Do not use a battery charger with >370 mA charge rate. High charge rates will
over heat the batteries and cause internal damage.
Take care when charging using a lamp. Provide air circulation or a fan so that
lantern and batteries do not exceed max. temperature.
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Summer sunlight 8-12 hours
Winter sunlight 18-36 hours
60 W incandescent lamp 15-36 hours
Although the OL2A is maintenance-free, performance gains can be made. Clean with
water and a soft sponge or cloth. A mild non-abrasive cleanser can be used for more
stubborn residue. Clean more frequently during drier months as dust accumulates more
quickly. Check the exterior and o-rings for cracks and missing or broken hardware.
• If a lantern detects continuous dark for 24 hrs., like when it’s inside packaging for
shipping or storage purposes, it will disable the LED. Upon sensing light, it will
enable the LED and continue normal operation.
• Check the battery state of charge every 1 - 2 months and charge if required.
• High-grade NiMH batteries shipped with the OL2A can be stored without any
charging for up to 12 months with no battery damage.
STORAGE
TROUBLESHOOTING
Turn the lantern off to store. In switched models, set the switch to the “off ” position. To
turn off using the IR programmer, press and hold for 4 seconds.
TURNING ON/OFF
LED is off
during the
night
Batteries are very low and
lantern cannot turn on
Charge the lantern or replace the batteries.
Batteries are low and LVD is
active
Confi rm with code 810 using IR programmer. Charge lantern or
replace batteries. Decrease eff . intensity to a sustainable level.
Switch is off Switch to on.
Night not yet detected Wait for the lantern to detect 2 min. of consistent “dark.”
Nearby light source is
illuminating the lantern
Move away from light source, turn off unneeded light or shield
lanterns.
Solar panel is not charging the
battery well during the day
Under bright sunlight, enter code 815 using the IR programmer:
1x fl ash= too low for charging, 2x fl ashes = solar panel is fi ne
No response
to IR
programmer
Batteries are very low and
lantern cannot turn on
Charge the lantern or replace the batteries.
Sunlight is obscuring IR signal Move the IR programmer closer to the lantern.
Moisture
inside
Condensation Ensure the vent on the bottom cover is not dirty or obstructed.
Seal failure Ensure bottom cover o-ring is dry (no water), lubricated and
fully seated; o-ring is not pinched; all screws are fully installed.
Visit www.fl ashtechnology.com for complete specifi cations.
Maximum eff ective intensity varies by fl ash code and color. “FL” is the fl ash duration (sec) and “EC” is an eclipse
(sec). Intensities are IALA values (10th percentile) over a 360° horizontal measurement.
This product may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment or
human health if improperly handled at the product’s end of life. Check your local
municipality for electronics recyclers.
The batteries are rechargeable nickel-metal hydride (NiMH). Consult your local
laws for information on recycling.
This product complies with the European Union’s requirements according to
Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
This product is covered by the Flash Technology warranty. Failure to comply with the
use, storage, maintenance or installation instructions detailed in this manual could void
the warranty. Changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Email: customerservice@fl ashtechnology.com
Toll Free: 1.800.821.5825
Fax: [phone]
Web: fl ashtechnology.com/obstruction
WARRANTY
Flash
Code
Flash Character
FL1
EC1
FL2
EC2
FL3
EC3
FL4
EC4
FL5
EC5
Duty
Cycle
Maximum Effective Intensity (cd)
White
Yellow
Green
Red
Blue
000
off
0
0
0%
0
0
0
0
0
001
F
60
0
100%
29
25
23
18
8
012
Fl (2) 6s 0.5
0.5
1
0.5
4
16.7%
20
17
17
12
6
016
Fl (2) 8s 0.5
0.5
1
0.5
6
12.5%
20
17
17
12
6
043
Fl 1.5s 0.5
0.5
1
33.3%
20
17
17
12
6
044
Fl 10s 0.5
0.5
9.5
5%
20
17
17
12
6
049
Fl 2.5s 0.3
0.3
2.2
12%
17
15
14
10
5
050
Fl 2.5s 0.5
0.5
2
20%
20
17
17
12
6
051
Fl 2.8s 0.3
0.3
2.5
10.7%
17
15
14
10
5
052
Fl 2s 0.2
0.2
1.8
10%
14
12
11
9
4
055
Fl 2s 0.5
0.5
1.5
25%
20
17
17
12
6
058
Fl 3s 0.3
0.3
2.7
10%
17
15
14
10
5
059
Fl 3s 0.5
0.5
2.5
16.7%
20
17
17
12
6
060
Fl 3s 0.7
0.7
2.3
23.3%
22
19
18
14
6
061
Fl 3s 1.0
1
2
33.3%
24
20
19
15
7
063
Fl 4.4s 0.4
0.4
4
9.1%
19
16
15
12
5
064
Fl 4s 0.5
0.5
3.5
12.5%
20
17
17
12
6
066
Fl 4s 1.0
1
3
25%
24
20
19
15
7
068
Fl 5s 0.3
0.3
4.7
6%
17
15
14
10
5
069
Fl 5s 0.5
0.5
4.5
10%
20
17
17
12
6
070
Fl 5s 1.0
1
4
20%
24
20
19
15
7
072
Fl 6s 0.5
0.5
5.5
8.3%
20
17
17
12
6
078
Iso 2s
1
1
50%
24
20
19
15
7
079
Iso 4s
2
2
50%
26
22
21
16
7
098
Mo(U) 10s 0.3
0.3
0.7
0.3
0.7
0.9
7.1
15%
17
15
14
10
5
099
Mo(U) 10s 0.4
0.4
0.6
0.4
0.6
1.2
6.8
20%
19
16
15
12
5
103
Mo(U) 15s 0.7 0.5
0.7
0.5
0.7
0.5
1.9
10.7
22%
22
19
18
14
6
104
Mo(U) 15s 0.7 0.7
0.7
0.7
0.7
0.7
2.1
10.1
23.3%
22
19
18
14
6
125
Q 1.2s 0.3
0.3
0.9
25%
17
15
14
10
5
126
Q 1.2s 0.5
0.5
0.7
41.7%
20
17
17
12
6
129
Q 1s 0.3
0.3
0.7
30%
17
15
14
10
5
131
Q 1s 0.5
0.5
0.5
50%
20
17
17
12
6
144
Q(4) 20s 0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
16.5
10%
20
17
17
12
6
147
Q(5) 20s 0.3
0.3
0.7
0.3
0.7
0.3
0.7
0.3
0.7
0.3
15.7
7.5%
17
15
14
10
5
160
VQ 0.6s 0.3
0.3
0.3
50%
17
15
14
10
5
174
Fl 4s 0.4
0.4
3.6
10%
19
16
15
12
5
178
Fl (3+1) 20s 0.5
0.5
1.5
0.5
1.5
0.5
4.5
0.5
10.5
10%
20
17
17
12
6
179
Fl (3+1) 20s 0.6
0.6
1.4
0.6
1.4
0.6
4.4
0.6
10.4
12%
21
18
17
13
6
209
Q 1s 0.15
0.15
0.85
15%
12
10
10
7
3
238
CST9
0.6
0.3
0.6
0.3
1.5
56.7
4.5%
21
18
17
13
6
251
Fl 3.5s 0.7
0.7
2.8
20%
22
19
18
14
6
Temperature -40 to 176 °F (-40 to 80 °C) Light Source High-power LED, >100,000 hrs. lifetime
Intensity See Flash Code table Flash See Flash Code table
Divergence >8 ° FWHM Vertical Divergence Chromaticity Blue, red, white, yellow, and green
Battery 3x AA high-temperature nickel-metal
hydride (NiMH), 1.2 V nominal each.
-40 to 185 °F (-40 to 85 °C) ambient
Immersion IP68, 3 ft. (1m) for 72 hrs.; EN 60529
MIL-STD-202G immersion & damp heat
cycling, MIL-STD-810G rain & salt fog
Regulatory RoHS Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive 2002/95/EC (RoHS)
CE EN 60945, EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-6-3
FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules (see 15.109)
ICES This Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil
numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB- 003 du Canada.
Patents US and International patents apply
A commercial charger designed for 1.2 V AA batteries can also be used.
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2-Hole Flange Mount
0.8 lb (0.35 kg)
Pole Mount
0.9 lb (0.40 kg)
4.9 - 5.0 in
124 - 128 mm
154 mm
6.1 in
4.6 in
117 mm
2.2 in
56 mm
1.6 in
40 mm
3.0 in
70 mm
3.8 in
97 mm
2.2 in
56 mm
0.8 in
20 mm
0.27 in
6.8 mm
With sleeve:
1.9 in (48 mm) pole ID
Without sleeve:
2.4 in (61 mm) pole ID
Overtop mount:
2.8 in (71 mm) pole OD
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