PRODUCT SUPPORT MANUAL Y1-03-0141 Rev. B RCL-50BTM Remote Control Searchlight Master Controller Point Pad ACR Electronics, Inc. 5757 Ravenswood Road Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33312 +1(954) 981-3333 · Fax +1 (954) 983-5087 www.acrelectronics.com Email: Info@acrelectronics.com A Chelton Group company RCL-50B TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0 5.0 6.0 7.0 8.0 9.0 10.0 TITLE Forward General Searchlight Remote Control System URP-102 Point PadTM URC-102 Master Controller RCL-50B Specifications Bulb Replacement RCL-50B Searchlight Components Remote Control System Components PAGE 1 2 2 2 3 9 13 14 14 15 FIGURES Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 4 Figure 5 Figure 6 Figure 7 Figure 8 TITLE Remote Control Searchlight System Point PadTM Connection Block Diagram URP-102 Point PadTM Functions URP-102 Point PadTM Surface Mount Case URP-102 Point PadTM Flush Mount Case URP-102 Point PadTM Surface Mount Case w/Gasket and Flush Mount Case with Gasket URC-102 Master Controller Wiring Diagram URC-102 Master Controller PAGE 1 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 i Y1-03-0141 Rev. B RCL-50B, 12/24V REMOTE CONTROL SEARCHLIGHT SYSTEM FIGURE 1: REMOTE CONTROL SEARCHLIGHT SYSTEM 1.0 FORWARD Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the ACR RCL-50B Searchlight. The combination of computer aided design, high quality raw materials, and quality-controlled manufacturing produce a superior product. The Test Facility at ACR can reproduce some of the harshest environmental conditions known to man. This assures that the products we produce can stand up to the tough marine environment. With proper care and maintenance your searchlight will be in service for years to come. ACR is proud to be ISO 9001 certified, the International Standard for Quality. Note: It is important to read this entire instruction manual carefully for proper installation and operation of this product. 1 Y1-03-0141 Rev. B 2.0 GENERAL The RCL-50B was specially designed for mariners who require a high intensity remote controlled searchlight that can stand up to the tough marine environment. The RCL-50B Searchlight System contains a narrow beam searchlight that produces 80,000 peak candle power by combining a 55W halogen lamp on the 12V version or a 70W halogen lamp on the 24V version with our unique optical quality parabolic reflector. All functions of the Searchlight can be electrically operated by remote control from the pilot area of the vessel using the URP-102 Point PadTM, URC-102 Master Controller, and interconnect cable supplied with the RCL-50B. Searchlights equipped with the URC-102 Master Controller now have ACR's unique XRCiZ feature. The XRCiZ feature routinely operates all moving parts in the Searchlight to keep the motors and drive mechanism freely running. 3.0 SEARCHLIGHT The sleek design and modern construction of the Searchlight body makes it attractive for recreational and commercial vessels. The Searchlight is totally enclosed and is made of rugged aluminum alloy. It is gasketed and finished to be resistant to the weather. Mounting Make sure the area is clean and dry. The Searchlight can be mounted where desired, using appropriate length 3/16" diameter, stainless steel fasteners. Four (4) nylon shoulder washers are supplied with the RCL-50B Searchlight. 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. Silicone grease should be applied to the bottom of the gasket to help in waterproofing the unit. When mounting, be sure that the Searchlight is able to rotate 360° without hitting any obstructions. For the drilling hole pattern, refer to the Searchlight Mounting Template, supplied in the Mounting Templates. CAUTION: Do not mount the searchlight upside down. Moisture will not be able to drain from the inverted light head assembly. NOTE: The Searchlight should be left uncovered if the XRCiZ feature is enabled. 4.0 REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM The Remote Control System consists of the URC-102 Master Controller and the URP-102 Point PadTM. This system is compatible with 12 VDC and 24 VDC systems without modification. The Remote Control System may be used with 12 V or 24 V Searchlights, ONLY THE LAMP IN THE LIGHT HEAD ASSEMBLY MUST BE CHANGED TO MATCH THE VOLTAGE RATING. 2 Y1-03-0141 Rev. B 5.0 URP-102 POINT PADTM Case Options The URP-102 Point PadTM is supplied as a surface mount unit (see Figure 4). A flush mount option is provided (see Figure 5). To switch mounting options, unscrew the six (6) screws on the unit's back plate and remove the front cover. Fit the Point PadTM with the flush mount cover, replace the back plate, and screw the unit back together. Mounting Both the surface mount and flush mount options require access to the backside of the mounting location. Make sure there are no obstructions behind the area where the switch is to be located (e.g. bulkheads, wires, plumbing, or hardware). Check in advance that the coax cable from the Master Controller can be routed to this location. Generally, the Point PadTM should be mounted in a protected area. Install the surface mount Point PadTM by drilling 3 holes in the dashboard location using the Point PadTM Surface Mount Template supplied in the Mounting Templates. Mount the Point PadTM to the dashboard using the gasket, washers, and nuts supplied. Use a sealant around the bolt holes to protect from moisture intrusion. When the flush mount option is selected, cut a rectangular hole in the dashboard location using the Point PadTM Flush Mount Template supplied in the Mounting Templates. Use the gasket, washers, nuts, and the two U-Clamps provided to secure the Point PadTM. Use a sealant around the cut out to protect from moisture intrusion. Connecting to the Master Controller The Point PadTM communicates with the Master Controller via standard television type RG-59 coaxial cable. The connectors are standard "F" type television connectors. The connector on the back of the Point PadTM is located in the center of the panel for ease of installation. After the coax cable has been routed and the "F" connectors attached to the coax cable, simply screw the "F" connectors to the Master Controller and the Point PadTM. The cable and connectors are available either through ACR Electronics, your local Radio Shack or other sources of electronic hardware. Additional Point PadsTM (up to three (3) Pads) may be used with one (1) Master Controller. A standard "T" connector or RG-59 television type "splitter" is used for each additional Point Padä (see Figure 2). Limit the total length of all coax cable used to 300 feet. The URP-102 Point PadTM is backwards compatible with all RCL-100/50 Searchlights and with the URC-101 Master Controller. NOTE: The URP-102 Point PadTM is not recommended for use with the first generation URC100 Master Controllers. 3 Y1-03-0141 Rev. B URC-102 Master Controller Unit RG-59 Coaxial Cable Fuse URC-102 Master Controller Unit RG-59 Coaxial Cable Fuse URP-102 Point Pad "T" Conn. or Splitter RG-59 Coaxial Cable Power Source Power Source RG-59 Coaxial Cable URP-102 Point Pad URP-102 Point Pad Single Point Padä Multiple Point Padsä FIGURE 2: POINT PADTM CONNECTION BLOCK DIAGRAM 4 Y1-03-0141 Rev. B URP-102 Point Pad Functions · · · · · · · Press the ON/OFF button to turn the lights ON or OFF. Press the SPEED button to toggle between High and Low rotation speeds. Press the Right or Left Arrows to rotate the Searchlight in that direction. Press the Up or Down Arrows to raise or lower the Searchlight-beam. To activate the XRCiZ feature, press and hold the ON/OFF button for greater than 5 seconds. The Green LED indicates XRCiZ feature is enabled. To deactivate the XRCiZ feature, Press and hold the ON/OFF button for greater than 5 seconds. The Red LED indicates XRCiZ feature is disabled. An LED blinking Red / Green indicates that the XRCiZ feature is now "exercising" the Searchlight. NOTE: XRCiZ Feature is only available when paired with a URC-102 Master Controller. FIGURE 3: URP-102 POINT PADTM FUNCTIONS 5 Y1-03-0141 Rev. B FIGURE 4: URP-102 POINT PADTM SURFACE MOUNT CASE 6 Y1-03-0141 Rev. B FIGURE 5: URP-102 POINT PADTM FLUSH MOUNT CASE 7 Y1-03-0141 Rev. B FIGURE 6: URP-102 POINT PADTM Surface Mount Case with gasket and Flush Mount Case with gasket 8 Y1-03-0141 Rev. B 6.0 URC-102 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 Point PadTM 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 mounting location. Use a sealant in fastener holes to prevent moisture intrusion. General Wiring Scheme The RCL-50B has a unique wiring scheme. Special attention must be paid to the following chart. The Master Controller is supplied with an in-line fuseholder on the Orange power lead. Use only 15 amp fuses in this fuseholder. See Figure 9 for the Master Controller wiring diagram. NOTE: Failure to follow this arrangement may damage components. Master Controller Wire Orange Blue Yellow Green Red White Black Brown Searchlight Cable Wire Power Source Lead +12 VDC or +24 VDC** Ground Yellow Green Red White Black Brown Table 1 ** NOTE: This wire MUST be fused with a 15 amp fuse in the Master Controller's in-line fuseholder. Wiring to Searchlight The RCL-50B Searchlight is supplied with a 12 foot integral wire harness. This wire harness is cut to this length specifically to allow for a voltage drop. Shortening the harness will decrease the life of the bulbs. Any extra length of wire harness should be loosely coiled in a convenient place. For best performance, the controller should be attached to the end of the 12' Searchlight wire harness. If you must lengthen the wire harness, use heavy duty wire to minimize the voltage drop. This is especially important for the YELLOW lamp power and GREEN lamp ground wires. Following the wiring scheme shown in Table 1 use the supplied butt connectors to connect the Master Controller to the Searchlight. Wiring to Point PadTM The RG-59 Coax cable is supplied without the "F" connectors attached for ease of routing. After the coax has been routed, strip the insulation and crimp the "F" connectors in place. Screw the "F" connectors to the Master Controller and the Point PadTM. 9 Y1-03-0141 Rev. B Function Power Ground Lamp Power Lamp Ground Up Down Right Left Wiring to Power Supply The power source must be a fused 12 VDC, 5-amp supply or 24 VDC, 3-amp supply. Following the wiring scheme in Table 1, use the supplied butt connectors to connect the Master Controller to the Power Source. Refer to Table 2 for proper wire size for connection of the input power lines. NOTE: As per the wiring scheme, the ORANGE wire is connected to the Positive terminal and the BLUE wire is connected to the Negative terminal of the power source. NOTE: Observe polarities when attaching wires! Maximum Cable Length 12v System 24v System 25 ft. 100 ft. 15 ft. 60 ft. 10 ft. 40 ft. Table 2 Function The URC-102 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 fluctuations. The Master Controller is compatible with devices requiring 12 VDC or 24 VDC operation. The URC-102 Master Controller has the unique XRCiZ feature. The XRCiZ feature routinely operates all moving parts in the Searchlight to keep the motors and drive mechanism freely running. Once activated, and every 30 days thereafter, the XRCiZ feature wakes up and operates the Searchlight. The Searchlight will rotate 360° in both directions and the parabolic reflectors will move to the full up and down positions. This feature keeps the Searchlight in peak working order when not in service for long periods of time. To activate the XRCiZ feature, press and hold the Point PadTM ON/OFF button for greater than 5 seconds. The Green LED on the URC-102 Point PadTM indicates that the XRCiZ feature is enabled. While enabled, The XRCiZ feature can be started outside of its 30-day cycle by pressing and holding the Speed button on the Point PadTM for greater than 5 seconds. While the XRCiZ feature is operating the Searchlight, pressing any Point PadTM button will stop the current cycle and leave the Searchlight to follow any additional commands. To deactivate the XRCiZ feature, press and hold the Point PadTM ON/OFF button for greater than 5 seconds. The Red LED on the URC-102 Point PadTM indicates that the XRCiZ feature is disabled. NOTE: LED feedback is not available when using RCL-100 or URC-101 Point PadsTM. Wire Size #8 ...