Sealite SL-RL Series Supplement

SL-RL Series
LED Range Light
V2-0
INSTALLATION & SERVICE MANUAL

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Version No. Description Date Author Approved
1.0 Manual Launch September 2015 D. Tomaszewicz
1.1 Spec Table October 2015 M. Walker
1.2 Trouble Shooting Guide updated ECR488 September 2016 Y. Chambers
1.3 General Update November 2016 A. Dixon M. Nicholson
1.4 Product Update April 2017 C. Bernardo M. Nicholson
1.5 Update: Flash Codes June 2017 A. Dixon M. Nicholson
1.6 Pictorial Update January 2019 M. Nicholson J. Ohle
1.7 Updates to screen shots March 2020 Y. Chambers M. Nicholson
1.8 Earthing advice April 2020 M. Dutka M. Nicholson
2.0 Image updates May 2020 M. Dutka M. Nicholson

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Table of Contents
Introduction....................................................................................................... Page 4
Operating Principle .......................................................................................... Page 4
Technology........................................................................................................ Page 4
SL-RL Series ..................................................................................................... Page 5
Product Components ...................................................................................... Page 8
Programming the Lantern: PC Conguration Tool ....................................... Page 9
Info Tab ...................................................................................................... Page 13
Operation mode Tab ................................................................................. Page 14
Flash Code ................................................................................................ Page 16
Intensity ..................................................................................................... Page 17
Sensors...................................................................................................... Page 18
AIS Report ................................................................................................. Page 21
Programming the Lantern: IR Programmer ................................................. Page 22
Sealite IR Controller / Universal Remote Compatibility ........................ Page 22
IR Programmer Functions........................................................................ Page 23
Test Mode / Congure ........................................................................... Page 23
Normal Operation.................................................................................. Page 23
Read...................................................................................................... Page 23
Flash Code............................................................................................ Page 24
Flash Code Numbers ............................................................................ Page 24
Intensity................................................................................................. Page 24
Battery Status........................................................................................ Page 24
Error / Acknowledge Indication.............................................................. Page 25
Conguration Settings........................................................................... Page 25
Operational Mode (Advanced Users).................................................... Page 26
GPS Mode (Advanced Users)............................................................... Page 26
Power Basics ........................................................................................ Page 27
Earthing................................................................................................. Page 28
Lantern Testing............................................................................................... Page 29
Lantern Installation ........................................................................................ Page 29
Optional GPS Synchronisation ..................................................................... Page 35
Optional GSM Monitoring & Control System............................................... Page 36
Maintenance & Servicing............................................................................... Page 36
Trouble Shooting ............................................................................................ Page 37
Appendix: Flash Codes.................................................................................. Page 40
Sealite LED Light Warranty ........................................................................... Page 47

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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.
As a commitment to producing the highest quality products for our customers, Sealite has been
independently certied as complying with the requirements of ISO9001:2015 quality management
system. Sealite lanterns comply with requirements of the US Coast Guard in 33 CFR part 66 for
Private Aids To Navigation.
By taking a few moments to browse through this booklet, you will become familiar with the versatility of
your lantern, and be able to maximise its operating function.
Operating Principle
A microprocessor drives an array of ultra bright LED’s through a DC/DC converter, which enables the
LED’s to operate within the manufacturer’s specications.
On darkness, the microprocessor will initiate a program check and after approximately 1 minute begin
ashing to the set Flash Character.
The asher unit has a low current requirement to optimise its use with external battery power supply
systems.
Technology
Sealite is the world’s fastest growing manufacturer of marine aids to navigation.
We employ leading mechanical, optical, hardware & software engineers to create
innovative products to service the needs of our customers worldwide, and oer the
widest range of solar-powered LED lanterns in the marketplace.
Electronics
Sealite employs leading in-house electronic engineers in the design and development of software and
related circuitry. All individual electronic components are sourced directly by Sealite procurement sta󰀨
ensuring that only the highest quality components are used in our products.
LED Technology
All marine lanterns use the latest advancements in LED (Light Emitting Diode) technology as a
light source. The major advantage of LED’s over traditional light sources is well established in that
they typically have an operational life in excess of 100,000 hours, resulting in substantial savings to
maintenance and servicing costs.
Precision Construction
Commitment to investing in the design and construction of injection-moulded parts including optic
lenses, light bases and a range of other components ensures that all Sealite products are of a
consistent & superior quality.
Optical Performance
Sealite manufactures a range of marine LED lenses moulded from multi-cavity dies. The company has
superior in-house lens manufacturing capabilities to support outstanding optical performance.
Award-winning, Patented Technology
Several United States and Australian patent registrations are held on Sealite’s range of innovative
designs, with other regional patents pending in Canada, United Kingdom and Europe.

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SL-RL Series
LED Range Light
The Sealite SL-RL Series is a long range, high intensity range light designed to give
vessels clear night and/or daytime navigation. A daytime range of over 5NM and a night-
time range in excess of 23NM can be achieved.
Long Range LED Optics with Ultra-Low Power Consumption
Providing over 400,000cd, the Sealite Range Light is extraordinarily e󰀩cient and ideal for solar power
systems.
Robust Construction
The Sealite Range Light is extremely robust and of high-quality construction. The unit is built from
CNC machined marine grade aluminium alloy, subject to marine grade, two part epoxy coating. The
IP67 rated enclosure o󰀨ers maximum resistance to weather.
Advanced PC or IR Programming
Sealite’s convenient PC Conguration Tool or IR programmer allows a host of features to be user set
including;
• Multiple intensity settings • Adjustable on/o󰀨 lux levels
• 310 ash settings including custom character • Low battery threshold
• GPS synchronisation o󰀨set
Bird deterrent
spikes
Marine grade, two part
epoxy coating
Protective
hood
Precision
LED Optic
UV-stabilised
acrylic lens
Horizontal
Adjustment
200mm
bolt pattern
for ease of
installation
Vertical
adjustment
Lantern
programming
port
Earthing
Stud
Lantern
status
LED’s
Wide operating voltage:
DC 10–30VDC or
AC 110–240VAC
GPS Antenna
Port
Light sensor
for automatic
night activation

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230
354
300
PCD 200
30°
16 x 15 Slots
6 Places.
•Specications subject to change or variation without notice *Subject to standard terms and conditions †Intensity setting subject to solar availability

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•Specications subject to change or variation without notice *Subject to standard terms and conditions †Intensity setting subject to solar availability
SPECIFICATIONS
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Light Characteristics
Light Source High e󰀩ciency LEDs
Available Colours White as standard. Other colours available on request
Maximum Luminous Intensity (cd)† Refer to table
Visible Range (NM) 3deg vertical & 3deg horizontal, white:
AT @ 0.74: 23.4NM night-time, 5NM daytime
AT @ 0.85: 37.3NM night-time, 6.3NM daytime
Horizontal Output (degrees) 3o& 8oas standard. Other options available
Vertical Divergence (degrees) 3o as standard. Other options available
Available Flash Characteristics Up to 310 including 256 IALA recommended and 1 custom
Intensity Adjustments User adjustable
LED Life Expectancy (hours) >100,000
Electrical Characteristics
Power (W) VDC Model: up to 29W VAC Model: up to 38W, 50VA
Circuit Protection Polarity protected
Nominal Voltage VDC Model: 10–30 VDC VAC Model: 110–240 VAC, 50-60Hz
Physical Characteristics
Body Material Marine grade, two-part epoxy coating
Lens Material UV-stabilised acrylic
Lens Design Multiple LED optic
Mounting 3 & 4 hole 200mm bolt pattern
Height (mm/inches) 332 / 13
Width (mm/inches) 226 / 9
Depth (mm/inches) 317 / 12½
Mass (kg/lbs) 7.5 / 16.5
Service Life 15 years
Environmental Standards
Shock MIL-STD-202G Test Condition H, Method 213B 30G vertical and 35G
horizontal shock
Vibration MIL-STD-202G, Test Condition B, Method 204D 5G in all axes
Ice Loading Rated to withstand 22kg/m2
Wind Exposure Rated to withstand 140knots
Hail Impact Rated to withstand 25mm diameter ice ball impact at 20m/s
Humidity 0 – 100%, condensing
Temperature Range -40 to 80°C
Certications
CE & Electrical FCC Part 15 Rules & ICES-003.
EN61000-6-1: 2007 (IEC61000-6-1:2005) Part 6-1 Immunity.
EN61000-6-3: 2007 (IEC61000-6-3: 2006) Electromagnetic compatibility
(EMC) - Part 6-3 Emission.
IEC61000-4-2: 2008 Ed 2 Part 4-2 Electrostatic discharge immunity test
Level 4.
IEC61000-4-3: 2010 Ed 3.2 Part 4-3. Radiated, radio-frequency,
electromagnetic eld immunity.
IEC61000-4-6: 2008 Ed3. , Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-6
Immunity.
IALA Signal colours compliant to IALA E-200-1
Ambient light levels compliant to IALA Guideline No. 1038
Quality Assurance ISO9001:2008
Waterproof IP67
Intellectual Property
Trademarks SEALITE®is a registered trademark of Sealite Pty Ltd
Warranty * 3 years
Options Available • GPS Synchronisation
• AIS Type 1 or Type 3
• GSM Monitoring & Control System (External for AC, Internal for DC)
• RS232/422/485 Port
• Hard-wire Synchronisation
• Variety of solar/battery congurations
• Multiple divergence lens
• Bird deterrent spikes

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The following components come standard with each lantern:-
• Range Light
• IR Programmer
• Installation & service manual
These components are securely packaged within foam in a carton, and shipped to you.
PLEASE NOTE: The programming cable provided is suitable for use with PC’s. If you require
connection to your notebook/laptop, a Serial Port to USB cable may need to be purchased.
Please check that ALL of these components are included with your order, and
contact your Sealite representative as soon as possible if anything is missing.
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PC Conguration Tool
The lantern is pre-programmed to the customer’s specic requirements for convenience (eg. ash,
intensity setting etc).
The SL-RL Series are extremely intelligent lanterns with a number of features which can be
programmed directly via a user-friendly computer program (as supplied on USB drive with every
lantern).
To change/update the settings of your lantern, please read the following instructions.
1. Run the Programming Software
The programming software may be run directly from the USB drive provided, or you may copy the
software to your computer hard-drive for future use.
Running the Programming Software from the USB Drive
• Connect the USB drive to your computer
• Navigate to the USB drive folder & double-click the le called “LanternCong.exe”. A new window
will appear displaying the PC Conguration Tool.
Saving the Programming Software to Computer Hard-Drive
• Connect the USB drive to your computer
• Navigate to the USB drive folder
• Copy the le called “LanternCong.exe” and the “.dll” les
• Navigate to the hard-drive location where you would like to save this program, and then right-
mouse-click and select “paste”. A copy of the programming software will now be saved to your
computer hard-drive (to add the programmer to your computer desktop for ease of future access,
right-mouse-click and select “Send to desktop”)
• Double-click the le called “LanternCong.exe”. A new window will appear displaying the PC
Conguration Tool
PLEASE NOTE: Other documents have been saved on the USB drive for your information &
convenience including the latest product specications sheet and an electronic version of the
installation and service manual. You may wish to view these documents to read more about the
innovative features and benets of the SL-RL Series of lanterns.
IMPORTANT: the Sealite PC Conguration Tool is designed for Windows Platforms only.
Programming the Lantern

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Image 1. Sealite PC Conguration Tool

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2. Connect the SL-RL Series Lantern to a Power Source & the Computer
Now that the programming software has been run, you will need to connect the lantern to your
computer & power supply so that it can receive programming commands.
Once connection is made, the software automatically determines the colour and pre
programmed settings of the lantern.
Connecting the Lantern to a Power Source
Option 1: Battery
• Connect the blue negative wire of the lantern to the battery negative terminal
• Connect the brown positive wire of the lantern to the battery positive terminal
Option 2: 12V Power Supply
• Connect the blue negative wire of the lantern to the power supply negative terminal
• Connect the brown positive wire of the lantern to the power supply positive terminal
CAUTION: to avoid personal injury do not position the lantern at eye level.
Connecting the Lantern to the Computer
• Plug the Bulgin connector end of the programming cable into the lantern PC Programming Port,
and the serial port end of the cable into your computer serial/communication port (RS232-E)
PLEASE NOTE: The programming cable provided is suitable for use with desktop PC’s. If you require
connection to your notebook/laptop, a Serial Port to USB cable may need to be purchased.
3. Establish the Programmer-to-Lantern Computer Connection (COM Port)
Now that the lantern is connected to the computer and the Sealite PC Conguration software has
been run, the user must create the programmer-to-lantern connection.
The COM Port is the hardware port which the computer accesses when communicating with the
lantern.
• Click the “COM Setup” at the top left of the PC
Conguration Tool to open the “Serial Port”
dialogue box
• In the “Serial Port” dialogue box select the
appropriate COM Port from the drop down eld
for “Port Name”
• Check the “Open Port” check box to open the
port
• Click the “OK” button to initiate the connection
The Sealite PC Conguration Tool will then attempt
to connect/interrogate the lantern.
Image 2. Serial Port dialogue box

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Correct Connection Established
If the connection is established data about the lantern conguration will appear on the “Info” tab under
the headings “Version” & “Lantern Summary” (eg. Lantern Colour, Flash Code, Intensity etc).
Connection NOT Established
If the connection is not available, the Sealite PC Conguration Tool will not display any lantern
specic information under the headings “Version” & “Lantern Summary”. If this error occurs, please
check the following:
• Reconnect the lantern to the computer
• Check that the lantern power supply has su󰀩cient charge (eg. battery is charged), and then
reconnect it to the lantern
• Re-run the Sealite PC Conguration Tool and follow the information in step 3. The connection
should now become established.
The Sealite lantern is now ready to be programmed to your specic requirements.
Image 3. Sealite Conguration Tool “Info” tab – showing COM Port connection established,
Version & Lantern Summary information

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Provides a summary of the lantern conguration settings, hardware and software versions, and event log.
Version
Is an information panel that identies the Lantern’s internal electronic hardware and rmware versions.
Lantern Summary
Is an information panel that displays a summary of the key lantern settings: colour, operation mode, Peak
Intensity setting, Advance Operational Mode, Flash Code, Flash Sync o󰀨set and Intensity setting. Refer
to the Information, Operation Mode Flash Code, and Intensity Tabs for a description of these parameters.
Name
A user dened name, comprising alphanumeric characters (and -, $, #,@) can be typed into dialogue box
and by pressing and stored within the lantern’s non-volatile memory by pressing the ‘Write Name’ button.
LED Colour
A generic picture of the lantern model and colour that the software tool is communicating with is displayed
in this panel.
Event Log
Displays the alarm events recorded by the lantern rmware. Possible alarms (at battery, low battery,
LED failure, high temperature). All alarm events are recorded irrespective of whether the lantern has
been congured to respond to an alarm.
• To set the date, click ‘Set Date’, choose date and time, press ‘Send’
• To clear the event log, click ‘Clear’ and select ‘Yes’.
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Pulse Shape
The pulse shape of each ash can be altered to produce a softer light , whereby the intensity will ramp
up and down at the beginning and end of each ash.
Operational Mode
Denes the lanterns mode of operation of which there are four possibilities:
•Standby
The lantern is congured in a minimum current state in which the LEDs are always o󰀨 and the
internal GPS (if installed) is disabled.
•Always On
The daylight sensor is disabled and the lantern operates according to the set ash character and
intensity levels.
•Dusk till Dawn
The daylight sensor is monitored and the lantern will only operate at night time.
•Day and Night
The daylight sensor is monitored and the lantern will operate according to the set ash character
and intensity levels for Day, Twilight and Night.
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Adv Op Mode
This is an advanced user mode and typically only used if the lantern is to be used as a special
navigational aid such as emergency wreck mark.
All
Default on setting. All LEDs are operated in unison and congured by the Operation Mode, Flash
Code and Intensity Tabs.
Reset
By clicking Reset, the factory set default parameters are restored.

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Marine Characteristic Selection
The ash character is dened by rst selecting the Mariner code, then the Flash code name and nally
timing.
Sealite Code Selection
This is an alternative method to select the lantern ash code by using either the Sealite IR remote
control numerical gure or if known the Sealite rotary switch ash character. Refer to the IR remote
control section for valid ash characters.
Sync O󰀨set
This panel is used to set a xed delay to the commencement of the ash character. The built-in
GPS receiver and advanced software of the Sealite synchronised lanterns allow for the adoption of
SeaFlare™ channel marking – a unique system that cascades the ash synchronisation of channel
lanterns in a uni- or bi-directional ash pattern. By default this gure is set to zero.
Manual Entry Custom Flash Character
In this panel one, custom ash characteristics can be dened with up to 10 individual on/o󰀨 times.
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Lantern Intensity
The lantern intensity level can be set by either dening the operating range on the lantern (in nautical
miles) or by entering a desired peak candela or by entering a percentage of maximum peak intensity
level. It can be set in steps of 0.1%, eg 53.7%
If an intensity level is selected that is beyond the specication of the lantern, the entered gure will be
displayed in red coloured text, and the lantern will be congured to its maximum.
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Battery sensors
The SL-RL series of lantern continuously monitors its input voltage using three denable thresholds. The SL-RL series of lantern continuously monitors its input voltage using three denable thresholds.
• For voltages greater than “OK” level, the lantern reports via IR Remote control requests or the GSM • For voltages greater than “OK” level, the lantern reports via IR Remote control requests or the GSM
that the input voltage is satisfactory.that the input voltage is satisfactory.
• For voltages below “low” the lantern can be congured to operate the internal alarm relay and /or • For voltages below “low” the lantern can be congured to operate the internal alarm relay and /or
reduce the intensity level by 25% as a measure to extend the operation of the lantern until it reachesreduce the intensity level by 25% as a measure to extend the operation of the lantern until it reaches
the “Fail” voltage.the “Fail” voltage.
• At “Fail” the lantern shuts down entirely, and turns of the GPS and the mains LEDs. The lantern will • At “Fail” the lantern shuts down entirely, and turns of the GPS and the mains LEDs. The lantern will
only commence operation once the input voltage has exceeds the “OK” voltage level. only commence operation once the input voltage has exceeds the “OK” voltage level.
The three thresholds: Flat, Low and OK are user denable. The three thresholds: Flat, Low and OK are user denable.
Temperature
The SL-RL utilises two temperature sensors. One that monitors the temperature of the master board,
and one that monitors the temperature of the driver board.
Each sensor has two congurable temperature thresholds: “High” and “OK”. There are also two
congurable options for when the “High” temperature threshold is exceeded.
• “Reduce intensity to 75% of current value”.
• “Trigger alarm relay”.
When the “High” temperature threshold is exceeded for either board, any of the selected options will
be acted upon.
The enabled options will remain active until the board temperatures both reduce to below the “OK”
threshold.
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LED Sensor
Built into the SL-RL lantern, is a closed loop monitoring system for each LED within the lantern. In the
event of a single LED failure, the lantern can be congured to trigger the internal alarm relay which in
turn can be connected externally to trigger other devices, such as redundant light source.
Light Sensor
The SL-RL lantern has its own external light sensor and whose day/twilight/twidark/night thresholds
are dened in LUX. These levels can be customised by entering in separate values as a measure of
LUX.
NOTE:
Twilight: this refers to the time between Day and Night
Twidark: this refers to the time between Night and Day
Due to the placement of some Aids to Navigation in regards to the position of the sun, some ports may
nd it advantageous to adjust these settings accordingly.

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Relay Mode
The lantern contains an internal relay. This can be congured to send a signal to a third party alarm.
The relay can be congured to be in one of three states Normal, Inverted and O󰀨.
Normal Mode
The relay is energised during operation. The relay draws 16mA when in operation
Inverted Mode
The relay is only energised when an alarm event is triggered by the lantern.
O󰀨 Mode
The relay is disabled.
GPS Mode (Advanced Users)
The Lantern has four modes of GPS operation. O󰀨, Normal, Fast and On. These modes can be se-
lected either the IR remote control or via the GSM Module (if tted)
In O󰀨 mode the GPS module is disabled, the Lantern will not sync with other lights if the GPS is turned
o󰀨.
In Normal mode the GPS is turned o󰀨 for 15 minutes at night and 30 minutes during the day.
In Fast Mode the GPS is turned o󰀨 for 5 minutes at night and 15 minutes during the day.
In On mode the GPS is always on.
GPI0 Options
Hibernation Mode
For situations where the lantern is put into storage for a known period, the lantern can be
placed into Hibernation Mode for a user programmable date range.
Hibernation Mode maximises conservation of the battery power by disabling the light (will
not activate at night) and shutting o󰀨 the GPS receiver to rely on the internal clock for date
checking. Power consumption is only conserved by physically disconnecting the battery
supply.
The two settings are:
• Always On (Default setting)
• Hibernate
Enter the dates (MM/DD) on which the lantern should not operate.