NiteRider Pro Series User manual

Pro 3000
Pro 1500
Pro Series User Guide
DISCOVER THE NIGHT!
Thank you for choosing the Pro Series™ from NiteRider, the
innovator in technical lighting systems. The Pro Series consists of
two models, the “1500” with a single LED light beam and the “3000”
with dual beams of LED light. Both systems incorporate the latest
in hardware technology, but what differentiates these 2 systems is
the incorporation of “software”. The internet based, D.I.Y. Software,
gives you the exibility to tailor your light’s operation to t your ride.
Download the D.I.Y. Software @ www.niteriderservices.com.
To get the most from your NiteRider light, we urge you to familiarize
yourself with the following safety and operating instructions. To learn
about the features of the D.I.Y. Software please refer to a separate,
companion document entitled, DIY Pro LED Series Software Guide.
PARTS LIST AND IDENTIFICATION
Parts for Pro 3000 System only
A1. Dual Beam Headlamp
A2. Li-Ion Battery, 8-cell 11.6Ah
Parts for Pro 1500 System only
B1. Single Beam Headlamp
B2. Li-Ion Battery, 6-cell 8.7Ah
Common Parts for both Pro 1500 & Pro 3000 Systems
C. Handlebar Mount
D. Helmet Mount
E. Docking Station
F. AC Adapter
G. 36” Extension Cord
H. USB-to-Mini-B Cable
I. Quick Release Battery Tray
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MOUNTING THE HEADLAMP
The Pro Series headlamp can be mounted to the handlebar or a helmet.
Universal Handlebar Mount
The Universal Handlebar Mount (UHM) is
designed to t on virtually any handlebar.
Included with the mount is a 2.5 mm Allen
wrench for adjusting the mount.
Turn the knob counter-clockwise, allowing the
hinge to swing open. Place the mount on the
handlebar on the left side the stem, orienting the
rectangular notch in the slider clip to the rear.
Swing the hinge down to make
contact with the handlebar. Swing
the hex bolt up, seating the knob
into its recess. Turn the knob
clockwise to tighten and secure
the mount to the handlebar.
The UHM can be adjusted to
accommodate any handlebar angle. By loosening the
2.5 x 30 mm Allen screw, you can move the swing arm back and
forth to straighten the headlamp. Tighten the 2.5 x 30 mm screw
after the adjustment.
To pivot the headlamp, loosen the 2.5 x 12 mm screw
located under the slider clip and swing arm and rotate
the headlamp to the desired position. Make this
adjustment before tightening the 2.5 x 30 mm screw.
Helmet Mount
1. Unclamp the straps on each side of the helmet mount and
pull them free.
2. Position the plastic mounting plate as close to the centerline
of the helmet as possible, orienting the parallel grooves on the
slider clip to the rear.
3. Feed each strap into and out of two helmet vents, circling
each strap back to the upper edge of the corresponding clamp.
4. Fasten the straps by inserting them into the clamps.
Inserting the Headlamp into the Handlebar or Helmet Mount
Insert the headlamp into the handlebar or helmet mount slider clip
from the rear forward. Gently rocking the lamp as you slide it may
help. Do not push the release lever when
inserting the headlamp into the slider clip;
let the lamp snap into place by itself.
To remove the headlamp, push the release
lever forward and slide the lamp backward.
Note: After mounting the headlamp, adjust it so the beam illuminates
the road properly without distracting oncoming riders.
Release
Lever
MOUNTING THE BATTERY SYSTEM
The “battery system” consists of a tray, which mounts to the bike
frame, and a Li-Ion battery that releases quickly from the tray for
charging. The battery system can also be placed in a jersey pocket,
hydration pack or fanny pack when helmet mounting the headlamp.
Warning: For safety reasons, a cyclist should never be tethered to
the bike. If the headlamp is mounted to the helmet, do not mount the
battery system to the frame. Conversely, if the headlamp is mounted
to the handlebar, do not place the battery system in a pocket or pack.
Frame Mount
1. Thread the Velcro straps through the 2 slots on the bottom of
the battery tray.
2. Attach the concave surface of the tray to a safe, convenient
location on the frame (typically under the top or down tube),
placing the Velcro strap over the tube, but under any shift or
brake cables. The cable from the tray should extend toward the stem.
3. Secure the headlamp and battery tray cables to the frame
using the thin Velcro ties. Make sure the cables do not interfere
with any moving parts.
4. Aligning the arrow on the bottom of the battery with the red
arrow inside the tray, slide the battery into the tray until you
hear a noticeable click.
Note: If a click is not heard when sliding the battery into the tray,
proper mating did not occur. Remove battery from tray and repeat
the process.
Pocket or Pack
1. Route the helmet cord through a helmet vent or along the out
side of the helmet using the thin Velcro tie secure the cord.
2. Connect the helmet cord to the battery, making sure the cord
does not interfere with any moving parts.
3. Simply place the battery in a pocket or pack.
OPERATION
LED Indicators
The four LED indicators on top of
the headlamp, in front of the power
button, have multiple uses - as fuel
gauge steps and as identiers when in
the Program Select Mode.
Velcro Straps
Battery Tray
(Top View)
Battery Tray
(Bottom View)
Battery
(Bottom View)

Fuel Gauge
The 8-step, LED fuel gauge is located on top of the headlamp in
front of the power button. When all four LED’s are lit solid green, the
battery is fully charged. As the battery discharges ⅛ increments of
capacity, the LED’s, from right to left, successively go from solid to
blinking green, to out.
With only the nal ⅛ capacity remaining one LED blinks red. At this
time, the headlamp should be turned off and the battery recharged.
Program Select Mode
There are a total of 5 Programs to select from. The Pro Series
headlamp has factory settings which are locked and cannot be
modied. In addition, the headlamp has memory to store four
(4) additional operating Programs which you create, modify and
download to the Pro Series headlamp using the Docking Station and
D.I.Y. Software. Download the D.I.Y. Software @
www.niteriderservices.com.
1. From the “Off” position, press and hold the power button for 6
seconds to enter the Program Select Mode. The number of lit
LED’s indenties the Program currently being used.
2. One LED being lit red indicates the factory settings Program,
while one lit green indicates Program-1. The 2 leftmost LED’s
being lit green indicates Program-2, the 3 leftmost LED’s being
lit green indicates Program-3 and all four being lit indicates
Program-4.
3. Cycle through the (5) Programs by pressing and releasing the
power button.
4. To select a Program, press and hold the power button until all
lit LED’s begin to blink rapidly 5 times.
Once a Program has been selected, the light will operate under that
Program’s specications. Before shipping, NiteRider has initialized
the memory for the 4 additional operating Programs with factory settings.
Power Button Uses
The power button, located on the top of the headlamp, is used to
turn the light on, change light and ash levels, turn the light off and
access the Program Select mode.
• Light On
- Press and release the power button to turn the light on.
- Cycle through the brightness levels by pressing and releasing
the power button.
• Flash
- To access ash mode press and hold the power button for
greater than 3 seconds.
- Cycle through the ash patterns by pressing and releasing the
power button.
• Light Off
- To turn the light off while in either normal light or ash mode,
press and hold the power button for greater than 1 and less
than 3 seconds.
• Program Mode
- From the “Off” position, press and hold the power button for 6
seconds to enter the ProgramSelect Mode.
- Cycle through the 5 Programs by pressing and releasing the
power button.
- To select a Program, press and hold the power button until the
lit LED’s blink rapidly 5 times.
Factory Settings
Factory settings are locked and cannot be changed. The Pro 1500
factory settings include 3 light levels – high, medium and low, and one
ash pattern (the NiteRider Standard Flash). The Pro 3000 factory
settings include 3 light levels and the one ash pattern. See table below.
Pro 1500
Light Level
1
2
3
1
2
3
750 Spot
1500 Spot
3000 Combo
Lumens
1500
900
450
Run Times*
2:30
4:30
10:00
6:00
3:30
1:30
Pro 3000
* Run times are approximations and will vary.
Thermal Step Down
If the Pro Series headlamp is used in a static air environment,
such as bench testing, heat retention, due to inadequate airow,
may cause the light output to “step down” to a lower level to avoid
damage. In rare cases of extreme heat retention the light will power
off to protect the LEDs from overheating.
DOCKING STATION
The Docking Station has two uses.
1. To recharge the Pro Series Li-Ion battery
2. To download Programs from the D.I.Y Software to the headlamp
BATTERY CHARGING AND CARE
Battery Recharging
A Pro 1500 battery (6-cell, 8.7Ah, Li-Ion) will fully recharge in 4:30
and a Pro 3000 (8-cell, 11.6Ah, Li-Ion) in 5:00. In addition a 4-cell,
5.1Ah, Li-Ion battery is available as an accessory. All 3 batteries are
interchangeable with the 2 Pro Series headlamps.
1. Plug the AC Adapter into the Docking Station and then into
the wall socket. The “Power” indicator on the docking station
will illuminate solid red.
2. Place the battery into the Docking Station. The “Battery”
indicator will illuminate solid yellow indicating contact and that
the battery is ready to charge. A blinking yellow indicator
signies the battery is out of the permissible temperature
range for charging.
3. Status of the 5-step charging process is displayed on the front
panel of the Docking Station.
4. When the battery is fully charged the “Charged” indicator will
illuminate solid green and charging will shut off automatically.

5. Leaving the battery in the Docking Station indenitely will not
harm the battery. Every 24-hours the Docking Station will test
the battery level and apply a charge if required.
Warning: If the “Batt Error” indicator illuminates solid red contact
NiteRider Customer Service for assistance.
DOWNLOAD PROGRAMS FROM THE D.I.Y. SOFTWARE
To download Programs from the D.I.Y. Software, the Docking
Station must be powered by a wall outlet, the Docking Station must
be connected to the host computer and the headlamp must be
connected to the Docking Station.
1. Plug the AC Adapter into the Docking Station and then into
the wall socket. The “Power” indicator on the docking station will
illuminate solid red.
2. Plug one end of the USB Cable into the Docking Station and the
other end into the USB port of a computer. The “USB/PC”
indicator will illuminate solid yellow.
3. Connect the Pro Series headlamp to the Docking Station. The
“Headlamp” indicator will illuminate solid yellow.
4. Click the “Update” button on the D.I.Y. Software control panel
to initiate transmission of Programs to the headlamp. Refer to the
“D.I.Y. Pro LED Series Software Guide” for detailed information
on the software features and how they function.
5. Both the “USB/PC” and “Headlamp” indicators will blink
indicating Programs are being downloaded through the Docking
Station and into the headlamp.
6. With a successful download, the headlamp LED indicator
changes from red to green.
Warning: Disconnecting the headlamp from the docking station,
or the docking station from the computer, or disrupting power to the
docking station while transmitting Programs from the D.I.Y. Software
will create a problem. The headlamp will either not operate or
operate unpredictably. To correct this situation, disconnect power
to the docking station, wait 10 seconds, then reconnect power. The
D.I.Y. Software and docking station will reconnect, then repeat the
downloading process.
D.I.Y. SOFTWARE
The latest version of the D.I.Y Software is available to download at
www.niteriderservices.com. The software runs under Windows 2000
and above. For detailed information on the software please refer to
the “D.I.Y. Pro LED Series Software Guide”.
RIDING AT NIGHT
While a Pro Series lighting system will dramatically improve your
view, control and enjoyment of night riding, please remember that
cycling at night is an inherently dangerous activity. In addition to
using your lighting system properly and riding with extreme caution,
NiteRider urges you to:
• Never ride alone
• Always let someone know where you are going
• Wear a helmet and reective clothing
• Carry an auxiliary light and emergency supplies
• Make sure the headlamp, mounting bracket and Li-Ion battery
are securely fastened.
• Always disconnect the battery from the headlamp when
transporting the light system.
PROTECTING YOUR INVESTMENT
Properly charge your battery to maximize its lifespan (see the
“Battery Charging and Care” section for detailed information). When
not in use, always disconnect the headlamp from the battery tray.
To unplug, grasp the connector, not the cable.
The Pro Series will perform in wet weather conditions, but
submerging it in water will damage the system.
SUPPORT
If you experience difculties during product installation or operation,
NiteRider provides free telephone support on weekdays from 8:00
AM to 4:30 PM (Pacic Time) at 800.466.8366, extension 4. You may
also e-mail us at:
NiteRider Technical Lighting Systems, Inc.
8295 Aero Place, Suite 200
San Diego, Ca 92123
www.niterider.com
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