Sarasota Key Captain User manual

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PRELIMINARY
Key Captain™ Remote Launching System
Installation Instructions
Sarasota Quality Products is a provider of security/access products for
the marine market. Products are designed to secure personal effects and
equipment, while providing safety, convenience, and launch assistance
for many types of watercraft.
PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FEATURES:
Key Captain™ is a Remote Launching System that provides time saving
remote control launch functions for most boats.
• Lock & Unlock Compartment Latches
• Turn Bilge Blowers On & Off
• Trim Down & Up (Trailer Or Storage Position)
• Operate Auxiliary Functions (Cabin Lighting, Etc.)
• Designed For Easy Installation
• Corrosion Resistant Materials Used Throughout
• Unique System Sleep Mode
• Low Power Saving Operation That Extends Battery Life
• Floating Waterproof Remote Transmitter(s)
• On Site Programmable Remote Transmitter(s)
• Permanently Sealed Control Panel
• Audible Sounder Indicates System Operations
• FCC Compliant
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
CONTROL PANEL
FLOAT REMOTE
TRANSMITTER
SELS ELECTRIC
LOCK LATCH
WARNING:
Read and understand these instructions thoroughly before
proceeding with installation. Improper installation may result in
incorrect operation of the system.
 To prevent personal injury, always disconnect the battery leads
when installing or servicing this product.
 Power source must match the voltage rating of this product.
 Always use a fuse with amperage rating specified for this
system. Failure to do so may result in serious personal injury
or fire hazard.
Power Specification (Key Captain™ Control Panel)
Circuit Voltage Operating Current
Battery (Standby 15MA.) 9 – 16VDC 20 Amp
Lock 9 – 16VDC 10 Amp
Unlock 9 – 16VDC 10 Amp
Trim Up (see note) 9 – 16VDC 5 Amp
Trim Down (see note) 9 – 16VDC 5 Amp
Bilge Blower (see note) 9 – 16VDC 5 Amp
Note: Use BASIC WIRING INSTRUCTIONS except when current
requirements exceed fuse ratings shown, then, use ALTERNATE
WIRING INSTRUCTIONS.
Power Specification (Key Captain™ Electric Lock/Latches)
Circuit Voltage Current
Lock connection (Lt. Blue) 9 – 16VDC 0.5 Amp
Unlock connection (White.) 9 – 16VDC 0.5 Amp
Power Specification (Key Captain™ Transmitter)
Circuit Voltage Battery #
2 Coin Cell batteries 1.5 VDC ea. CR-2
REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION
• Drill and suitable drill bit
• Hole saw
• Screwdriver
• Wire cutter/striper
• Crimp on wire connectors for 12, 16, & 18 gauge wire
• Cable tie-wraps
• Suitable stainless steel pan head screws
• Fuses as required
• Fuse holder for above fuses
• 12, 16, 18 gauge wire
INSTALLATION
MUST MEET APPLICABLE SECTIONS OF TITLE 33 CFR 183
SUBPART I, USCG REGULATIONS.
To prevent personal injury, always disconnect the battery leads when
installing the control panel, electric lock latches or connections to
auxiliary function devices.
The Key Captain™ control panel is designed for easy installation.
See separate installation instructions for mounting of Key Captain™
electrical lock latches.
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. The Key Captain™ control panel may be positioned near the helm,
and in a secure area. The control panel may be secured to any
solid, flat mounting surface and oriented in any direction.
2. For security protection, the control panel should be mounted inside
a lockable compartment or other secure area.
3. For maximum reception of signals from the transmitter to the control
panel it should be located close to top level of the boat (see Fig. 1).
It should be mounted within 10 inches of a fuse distribution panel
(furnished by others).
4. Using the control panel as a template, mark holes for mounting feet
and drill holes. Secure control panel in place taking care not to over
tighten screws or penetrate hull.
BASIC WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
Note: Use BASIC WIRING INSTRUCTIONS except when current
requirements exceed fuse ratings shown in Power
Specification (Key Captain™ Control Panel), then, use
ALTERNATE WIRING INSTRUCTIONS.
1. Connect Key Captain™ control panel wires to fuse distribution
box: (Fig 2)
2. Connect control panel negative (green) wire to a good chassis
ground or negative post of battery (Fig. 2)
3. Use a quality marine grade stranded copper wire and connect
from fuse distribution box to the following circuits: (Fig 2)
4. Connect positive (+) battery (red) control panel circuit from
fuse distribution panel to the boat +12VDC battery post (Fig.
2).
5. Connect lock (light blue) control panel circuit wire from fuse
distribution panel to SELS 1000 electrical lock latches.
Observe polarity of wiring to connect to all light blue wires (Fig.
2)
6. Connect unlock (white) control panel circuit wire from fuse
distribution panel to SELS 1000 electrical lock latches.
Observe polarity of wiring to connect all white wires together
(Fig. 2)
7. Connect trim down (pink) control panel circuit wire from fuse
distribution panel to trim down circuit input on trim controller
(Fig. 2)
8. Connect trim/trailer up (orange) control panel circuit wire
from fuse distribution panel to trim/trailer up circuit input on trim
controller (Fig. 2)

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9. Connect bilge blower (brown) control panel circuit wire from
fuse distribution panel to +12VDC wire on bilge blower (Fig. 2)
10. Do not make any connection to black wire on the Key
Captain™ control panel. This is the antenna wire and it is to
hang freely (Fig. 2)
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Float Remote™ Transmitters control the operation/functions of the
Key Captain™ system. The operating range is 25-30 feet with direct
line of sight between the transmitter and control panel. The effective
range may diminish if direct line of sight is not available.
Five function buttons are located on top of the Transmitter.
Lock and Un-Lock operations are accomplished by momentarily
pressing the following push buttons.
Press and release to Lock all electric lock/latches.
Press and release to Un-Lock all electric lock/latches.
Bilge Blower operations are accomplished by momentarily
depressing the following push button.
Press and release to turn Bilge Blower ON
Press and release again to turn Bilge Blower OFF
Trim DOWN and Trim UP operations are accomplished by pressing
the following push buttons.
2
Press and hold until desired Trim DOWN position is reached.
Press and hold until desired Trim UP (Trailer) position is reached.
ALTERNATE WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
Note: Use ALTERNATE WIRING INSTRUCTIONS when current
requirements exceed fuse ratings shown in Power
Specification (Key Captain™ Control Panel). Auxiliary relays
are required to switch higher current trim motors and bilge
blowers. Auxiliary relays must be rated at 12VDC, 5 amp
maximum coils with normally open contacts (de-energized
state) that are rated for trim motor and bilge blower current
draw.
1. Connect Key Captain™ control panel wires to fuse distribution
box: (see Fig 3)
2. Connect control panel negative (green) wire to a good chassis
ground or negative post of battery (see Fig. 3)
3. Use a quality marine grade stranded copper wire and connect
from fuse distribution box to the following circuits: (see Fig 3)
4. Connect positive (+) battery (red) control panel circuit from
fuse distribution panel to the boat +12VDC battery post (see
Fig. 3).
5. Connect lock (light blue) control panel circuit wire from fuse
distribution panel to Key Captain™ electrical lock latches.
Observe polarity of wiring to connect to all light blue wires (see
Fig. 3)
6. Connect unlock (white) control panel circuit wire from fuse
distribution panel to Key Captain™ electrical lock latches.
Observe polarity of wiring to connect all white wires together
(see Fig. 3)
7. Connect trim down (pink) control panel circuit wire from fuse
distribution panel to coil of an auxiliary relay. Connect other
side coil wire to chassis.
8. Connect positive (+) battery to proper sized fuse. Connect
from fuse to one side of an auxiliary relay normally open
contact. Connect other side of auxiliary relay normally open
contact to trim down circuit input on trim controller (see Fig. 3)
9. Connect trim/trailer up (orange) control panel circuit wire
from fuse distribution panel to (+) coil of an auxiliary relay.
Connect other side coil wire (-) to chassis (see Fig. 3)
10. Connect positive (+) battery to proper sized fuse. Connect
from fuse to one side of an auxiliary relay normally open
contact. Connect other side of auxiliary relay normally open
contact to trim up (trailer) circuit input on trim controller (see
Fig. 3)
11. Connect bilge blower (brown) control panel circuit wire from
fuse distribution panel to coil (+) of an auxiliary relay. Connect
other side coil wire (-) to chassis (see Fig. 3).
12. Connect positive (+) battery to proper sized fuse. Connect
from fuse to one side of an auxiliary relay normally open
contact. Connect other side of auxiliary relay normally open
contact to+12VDC wire on bilge blower (see Fig. 3)
13. Do not make any connection to black wire on the Key
Captain™ control panel. This is the antenna wire and it is to
hang freely (see Fig. 3)
REMOTE FLOAT TRANSMITTER BATTERY REPLACEMENT
The Key Captain™, Remote Float™ Transmitter is powered by two coin
cell batteries (see Power Specification).
To replace the batteries, remove the top off of the unit by prying with
small screwdriver. Remove the circuit board. The two batteries are on the
under side of the circuit board.
Replace batteries. Replace circuit board. Reinstall cap while observing
alignment with key clip mounting hole. Used batteries should be
disposed of properly.
Properly installed the Float Remote™ has a watertight seal and is
watertight to IP-67 standards and will float with up to two small boat
ignition keys attached to the remote transmitter. Note: The transmitter
will not be replaceable under warranty after first customer battery
replacement.
Pry here to
remove the cap
from bod
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CONFIGURING THE SYSTEM OR REPLACING A TRANSMITTER.
Remote Float™ Transmitters are configured to the Key Captain control
unit at time of assembly or whenever a new transmitter is purchased.
Each control unit will need to be configured (learn) about all the
transmitters before the system will function.
1. To configure the system apply power the control panel (see
wiring instructions).
2. Press the plunger of the learn switch located on the control
panel. This will place the control panel in the learn mode and
will disable the lock/unlock features from operating.
3. With the control panel in the learn mode, press the lock button
on the transmitter for one second and release.
4. Wait one second then press the lock button again, but hold
and do not release.
5. The lock/unlock system will continue to be inoperable and will
not respond to the transmitter for another 10 seconds.
6. Once the control panel has learned about the transmitter it will
respond to the transmitter and actuate the lock/unlock system.
7. The control panel has learned about the transmitter and can
be used.
8. Repeat steps 1-8 to configure additional transmitters.
KEY CAPTAIN™ SLEEP MODE
The Float Remote™ will put itself into a power saving “sleep mode”
when inactive for several minutes. It will reactivate when any
pushbutton is pressed.
KEY CAPTAIN™ AUDIBLE MODE
Each time a Float Remote™ pushbutton is pressed the control
panel will produce an audible “chirp’ to acknowledge to the operator
that the transmitted signal has been received. The audible may be
permanently disabled by clipping the jumper wire on outside of
control panel case.
To permanently disable audible signal,
cut jumper wire.

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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Section 15.105 Information to the user Note: This equipment
has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
__Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
-- Caution any changes or modifications not approved by
Delta Systems Inc voids user’s authority to operate this
equipment .