yacht beam YB 1MM+ Installation instructions

PRODUCT SUPPORT MANUAL
YACHT BEAM 1MM+
Searchlight Remote Control System
The Yacht Group - 4545 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Coral Gables FL 33146
Tel. [phone] - Fax. [phone] - www.TheYachtGroup.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1 - PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SECTION 2 - SEARCHLIGHT MOUNTING
SECTION 3 - REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM
SECTION 4 - JOYSTICK
SECTION 5 - MASTER CONTROLLER
SECTION 6 - JOYSTICK OPERATION
SECTION 7 - WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL
APPENDIX - SPECIFICATIONS
APPENDIX - WIRING DIAGRAM
APPENDIX - WARRANTY, NOTICES
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CAUTION: Before proceeding to install, test or use your new
Yacht Beam product, please read this Product Support
Manual in its entirety.
PLEASE READ ALL WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES
CAREFULLY.

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Figure 1 - Yacht Beam 1MM+
SECTION 1 - PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
Introduction
The Yacht Beam 1MM+ was specially designed for mariners who require a high intensity remote controlled searchlight
that can stand up to the tough marine environment.
The sleek design and modern construction of the searchlight body makes it attractive for recreational and commercial ves-
sels. The searchlight is totally enclosed and is made of rugged aluminum alloy. It is gasketed and nished to be resistant
to the weather.
The Yacht Beam 1MM+ searchlight contains a narrow beam searchlight that produces 1,000,000 peak candle power by
combining twin 35W metal halide HD lamps providing over 500K candela (CD) each and 1 million effective CD when com-
bined.
All functions of the searchlight can be electrically operated by remote control from the pilot area or the vessel using the
Joystick, Master Controller and interconnect cable supplied with the Yacht Beam 1MM+.
Unpacking the Yacht Beam 1MM+
Your new Yacht Beam 1MM+ Remote Control Searchlight System comes with the following components:
1. Yacht Beam 1MM+ searchlight
2. Joystick with Installation Kit
3. Master Controller with Installation Kit
4. Product Support Manual, Warranty Card, Mounting Templates, etc.
5. Wireless Micro Remote OPTIONAL

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SECTION 2 - SEARCHLIGHT MOUNTING
Make sure the area is clean and dry. The searchlight can be mounted where desired, using appropriate length 5/16”
diameter stainless steel fasteners. One set is provided in the mounting kit and four (4) nylon shoulder washers. The
nylon washers prevent a galvanic reaction between the mounting hardware and the base of the searchlight. Be sure
these washers have been inserted in the base mounting holes and that the mounting base gasket is securely in place
before bolting down. Apply silicone grease to the bottom of the gasket to help in waterproong the unit. When mounting,
be sure the searchlight is able to rotate 360° without hitting any obstructions. For the drilling hole pattern, refer to the
searchlight Mounting Template.
CAUTION: Do not mount the searchlight upside down.
Moisture cannot drain from the inverted light head assembly.
Figure 2 - Master Controller unit (mounted upright)
Joystick connection conguration
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Yacht Beam 1MM+
Joystick

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Flush Mount
Cut a round hole of 7/8” in the surface, peel off protective covering of hi-bond tape from the mounting plate. Use the
supplied prep on the mounting surface, place and press the Joystick in place.
Connecting to the Master Controller
The Joystick communicates with the Master Controller via its supplied cable.
Simply connect it in place on the Master Controller.
Additional Joysticks (up to three) may be used with one (1) Master Controller.
SECTION 3 - REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM
The Remote Control System consists of the Master Controller and the Joystick. This system is compatible with 12 VDC
through 24 VDC systems without modication.
SECTION 4 - JOYSTICK
JOYSTICK TOP VIEW
JOYSTICK CONNECTION

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SECTION 5 - MASTER CONTROLLER
Mounting
The Master Controller can be mounted in any position near the searchlight that is protected from the weather. Check in
advance that the coax cable from the Joystick and the wiring harness from the searchlight can be routed to this location.
Mount the Master Controller with the wires and coax facing down. Use an appropriate fastener for your mountinglocation.
Use a sealant in fastener holes to prevent moisture intrusion.
Yacht Beam Master Control Box
1- Install the Thumb switch with LED Halo in dash.
2- Mount Yacht Beam Master Control box within 6 Feet of Thumb switch.
3- Connect Red and Black wires (12/2) from the Master control box (Power In), to 12 or 24 Volts D/C and
install appropriate Fuse:
12 Volts install a 30 Amp fuse
24 Volts install a 15 Amp fuse
4- Connect White and Black wires (12/2) from the Master control box to the White and Black wires that
feeds the Bulb power.
5- Connect the 16/4 wires from the Master control box to the 16/4 wires from the spotlight
(direction control wires) matching colors, the Yellow and Green wires are not used.
6- Connect Thumb switch harness to Master Control Box, Align Keyway on Socket, press in and turn
clockwise to lock.

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CAUTION: HID light systems, when rst turned on, have a high inrush
current requirement of 25 amps. If you activate the light and the lamps
icker on and off repeatedly, check the voltage being supplied.
This condition can be experienced with voltage input of less than 11.5V.
DIRECTION CONTROL WIRING
Wiring from Interface box 16/4 Spotlight harness
Red Red
White White
Black Black
Brown Brown
Red and White Up and Down
Black and Brown Left and Right
If the Up and Down direction is opposite, reverse the Red and White wires.
If the Left/Right direction is opposite, reverse the Black and Brown wires.
BULB WIRING
Wiring from Interface box 12/2 Spotlight harness
White White
Black Black
Knob on bottom adjusts speed of movement.
SYSTEM OPERATION
Pressing the Thumb Joystick straight down (toward Dash) will turn the system on.
Pressing the Thumb Joystick Left, Right, Up or Down will move the spot light in that Direction.
Pressing the Thumb Joystick stright down (toward the Dash) again will turn the system off.
WARNING: The Yacht Beam 1MM+ has a unique wiring scheme.
Special attention must be paid to the following chart.
WARNING: Failure to follow this arrangement may
damage components.

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SECTION 6 - JOYSTICK OPERATION
• Press the ON/OFF button to turn the lights ON or OFF and the halo light will illuminate.
• Press the Joystick RIGHT or LEFT and the halo ring will light up to conrm the movement.
• Press the Joystick FORWARD or BACK to raise or lower the searchlight beam.
FUNCTIONS OF THE MASTER CONTROLLER
The Master Controller is designed to perform up to six different duties on searchlights, winches and other electrical
devices. The Master Controller provides optimum voltage to ensure brightest performance and long lamp life, regardless
of boat system voltage uctuations. The Master Controller is compatible with devices requiring 12 VDC through 24 VDC
operation.
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Yacht Beam 1MM+

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SECTION 7 - WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL INSTALLATION
& OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
1- Remove (4) screws at corners of Top cover of Master Control box.
2- Connect Plug from the RC Top Cover to Socket located in the upper Left corner of Master Control Box.
3- Secure new cover with the 4 screws.
4- Test functions of transmitter.
RC REMOTE OPERATION
The button in center turns system on and off.
The Up, Down, Left and Right buttons move the light in that direction.

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APPENDIX - SPECIFICATIONS
Size 12 X 13 X 9.3 in (31 X 33 X 23.5 cm)
Weight 31 lb (14.06 kg)
Material Cast aluminum, tempered glass
Input voltage* 12V- 24V
Amp draw Startup 25A @ 12V, Running 8A @ 12V
Color White
Operation Remote controlled Joystick
Beam spread 6°
Elevation angle 12° up, 38° down
Rotation 360° continuous
Rotation speed Fast 30° per second, Slow 12° per second
Elevation speed 7° per second
Lamp - Twin 35W metal halide lamps
- 1,000 hours operating life
Accessories - Secondary Joystick for remote control
- Micro Wireless Remote
- Replacement 35W halide lamp (ACR P/N 6009)
Footprint diameter 9 in (23 cm)
Limited warranty 1 year
Carton dimensions 20.5 X 14.25 X 19.25 in (52.07 X 36.20 X 48.90 cm)
Carton weight 40 lb (18.14 kg)
CHARACTERISTICS SPECIFICATIONS
*CAUTION: HID light systems, when rst turned on, have a high
inrush current requirement of 25 amps. If you activate the light and the
lamps icker on and off repeatedly, check the voltage being supplied.
This condition can be experienced with voltage input of less than 11.5V.