RAB GoodNight Light Installation Manual

2 S T Sensitivity Time Control Photocell The Good Night Light infrared sensor “sees” small temperature changes caused by the motion of people or cars within its Detection Zone and turns on lights automati- cally. It welcomes visitors and may deter intruders. How long do the lights stay on? Lights remain on as long as there is movement within the Detection Zone. In Hi/Lo Model, lights revert to dim. Once the zone is vacated, lights can be adjusted to remain on approxi- mately 5 seconds up to 15 minutes. Good Night Light will keep lights on at 20% wattage from dusk until dawn and then brightens to full wattage when movement is detected. Will the sensor detect animals? Good Night Light may detect large animals. Having animals trigger the sensor can give property a “lived-in” look.You can limit animal detection by placing opaque weatherproof tape on the lower part of the lens or using the bottom mask on the Lens Mask Kit provided. What does Manual Override do? Keep lights on by flipping the wall switch two times within 5 seconds. Sensor resets to auto mode at dawn. No extra wiring needed. How are the Time, Sensitivity and Photocell adjusted? Turn controls gently using adjustment tool provided. Do not force past stops. Time Control: Sets the time that lights will remain on after the Detection Zone is vacated from approximately 5 seconds to 15 minutes. Use the adjustment tool provided to turn clockwise to increase the time. Factory Setting: 5-8 minutes. Photocell Control: For night only operation, use the tool provided or a small screwdriver to turn the Photocell Control all the way counter-clockwise (to the moon symbol). For operation in low level lights, turn the knob all the way clockwise (to the sun symbol). Adjust counterclockwise to have the sensor come on later at dusk, clockwise to have it come on earlier. Turning photocell control will show when the sensor “thinks” the current ambient light level = night, because the lights will turn on low at 20% wattage. Factory setting: Night Only Sensitivity: Increases or decreases the responsiveness and range of the sensor.

dusk to dawn. Brightens to full wattage upon sensor detection. 180 watts Incandescent maximum. Voltage: 120 Volts AC Power Consumption: One watt Quartz Floodlights: Precision diecast aluminum. Replacement lamps: 75 watt (max), T4 lamp with bi-pin (GY6.35) base UL Listing: Raintight Photoelectric Switch. Suitable for wet locations. Time Adjustment: 5 seconds to 15 minutes Quick Test Time: 5 second test time for fast installa- tion.Works day or night. Detection Zone: Full180° by 30’ “No Hands” Auto Testing: Auto mode starts after 3 minutes of testing. No adjustment needed. Built for Severe Conditions: Double weatherproofing for long life. Photoelectric Control: Deactivates lights during daylight. Fully adjustable for 24 hour operation or custom applications. Vandal Resistant Lens: Hard lens resists casual vandalism. Case Construction: Precision molded Lexan® Color Matched Lens: Dark lens with black units. White lens with white units. Surge Protection: Withstands up to 3000 volts Manual Override: Double flip wall switch logic prevents activation by short power outages. Resets to auto at dawn. No extra wiring needed. LED Detection Indicator: Glows red day and night for “on-guard” deterrence. RF Immunity: Circuits fully shielded for maximum radio frequency immunity. 3

Good Night Light uses state-of-the-art surface mount technology (SMT), just like cellular phones and beepers. SMT gives you more reliability, greater RF immunity, and a compact sensor that can fit neatly where others cannot. Wider is better! The wide 180° view detects movement along the entire side of a building with only one compact sensor. It will detect people as they exit or enter. It takes several conventional sensors to get the same coverage. Molded is better! No leaky gaskets or bug hotels with Good Night Light.The hard lens is molded as part of the case. It’s vandalproof, rainproof, bugproof and absolutely sealed. 4 Why RAB Sensors are BEST for You 180° Sensor molded to case

POWER FUSE OR TURNING OFF CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE INSTALLATION. Read entire Installation Manual before proceeding. All wiring MUST comply with local electrical codes and should be installed by a qualified electrician. Total lighting load must not exceed 180 watts quartz and incandescent only. Line Carrier Remote Control Systems such as X-10, Leviton or Radio Shack are incompatible with sensors and cause false activations. Do not install on circuits feeding motor loads such as kitchen appliances, HVAC equipment, washer/ dryer or garage door openers. Sensor functions best when movement is ACROSS its detection pattern, not TOWARDS the sensor. Mount 6’-12’ high for optimum range and direction. 5 Cautions Less Sensitive More Sensitive

Cautions TURN OFF POWER BY REMOVING POWER FUSE OR TURNING OFF CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE INSTALLATION. Good Night Light floodlight kits come pre-wired and assembled on the RAB CU4 EZ plate, allowing for mounting on round, rectangular or octagonal surface or recessed boxes. Mounting 1. Attach the Universal Mounting bar with the bar screws (provided) to the junction box. If you are attaching your kit to a surface mount weatherproof box, you must use both gaskets, with the metal mounting plate sandwiched between. 2. Easy Wiring Tip: Use the “S” shaped Hands Free Hanging Hook to hold the EZ plate during wiring. 3. Bring power leads and sensor kit leads through holes in all gaskets into junction box. 4. Strip off at least 1/2" of insulation from all leads, and insert through openings in gaskets and mounting plate. Insert close-up plug in unused hole Finishing Cap Metal Mounting Plate Bar Screws Gasket Universal Mounting Bar Gasket O-Ring Gasket CU4 EZ Plate Hook rests in notch on crossbar 6 CU4 EZ Plate

box grounding screw. Connect as shown in wiring diagram on right 6. Twist on wire nuts. Secure with electrical tape. 7. Align gaskets, EZ Plate and metal mounting plate to insure proper seal. Tighten EZ Plate center screw (make sure O-ring gasket is on the screw) to attach EZ Plate to the box. 8. Insert plastic Finishing Cap in the center of the CU4 EZ Plate for a weatherproof seal. 9. Use silicone sealant around all openings to insure a weatherproof seal. 10. Insert bi-pin, T4 halogen lamp into Bullet Flood fixture (see darwing below). Turn on power. Conduct walk test to adjust sensor responses. Power Quality Sensors should not be installed on a circuit that also feeds motor loads such as HVAC equipment, kitchen appliances, or garage door openers. If voltage varies significantly from 120 volts, sensors may malfunction. QB Flood with Integra Hood Glare shield removed for lamping Use protective cushion to hold lamp when inserting - DO NOT touch lamp with fingers

Location Considerations: • Choose a location from which the sensor can “see” all the paths of movement that will be illuminated by its lights. • Good Night Light may be wall or ceiling mounted. • Sensor must be below and as far as possible away from lights. If ceiling mounted, be sure there are no lights below sensor • Sensor functions best when the direction of expected movement is across its detection pattern, not towards the sensor. • If wall mounting, locate 6-10’ high for optimum range and detection. Lower mounting height will reduce range. Detection Pattern • The sensor has a “Double Look Down” Lens with one “Look Out” zone and two “Look Down” zones, for excellent detection both at long and close range. • Detection extends out a maximum of 30 feet and is 180° wide. • To reduce the Detection Pattern length, aim the sensor down • To reduce Detection Pattern width, mask the sides of the lens with the Lens Mask Kit provided or opaque weatherproof tape. • If sensor is mounted by a doorway at the top of stairs, be aware that the elevated mounting height may extend the sensors range. • As distance from the sensor increases, it will take more move- ment to be detected. For instance, at 10 feet, a half step will be enough, while at 30 feet, several steps will be necessary. Side View 30’ Double Look Down Lens 8’ 60’ Less Sensitive More Sensitive 30’

9 3.To reduce range, use the lens masks provided or tilt sensor down. Repeat steps #2 and #3 until you are satisfied with the coverage. 4.The Time Control is factory set between 5-8 minutes.This period starts after the movement in the Detection Zone ceases. If less time is desired, turn the time control counterclockwise. For more time, turn the control clockwise. 5.The sensor is factory set for night only operation.To obtain full operation 24 hours per day, turn the Photocell Control full clockwise to the sun symbol. Intermediate settings will allow the sensor to operate earlier or later at dusk. 6.Your sensor is ready for operation. See the Technical Tips pages if additional help is needed. Control Panel: Turn controls gently using the adjustment tool provided. Do not force past stops. S T Sensitivity Time Control Test Period: The sensor has a 3 minute Test Period which allows it to be aimed and walk tested day or night. • For the first 30 seconds, the lights will be turned on. During this time, test that all fixtures and lamps function properly. • For the next 3 minutes, the sensor will keep lights on for 5 seconds each time it detects movement in its Detection Zone.The sensor will change to Automatic Mode after the 3 minute Test Period. • If another 3 minute Test Period is desired, turn the power off for at least 10 seconds and back on again. Walk Test: The purpose of the Walk Test is to check and adjust the coverage pattern. 1. Aim the sensor approximately to cover the area you desire. 2. Start outside the Detection Zone and walk across the zone until the lights go on. As distance from the sensor increases, it will take more movement to be detected. For instance, at 10 feet, a half step will be enough. while at 30 feet, several steps will be necessary. Start Finish Photocell Turn to moon symbol for night only Turn to sun symbol for 24 hour operation (lights turn on night and day)

1. Make sure sensor is not aimed at something that would move or change temperature such as waving branches, water, air conditioners, windows or heating vents–even on neighboring property.You can test for infrared sources in the area by placing a box or bag over the sensor. Put sensor into Test Mode. After the initial 30 seconds of the lights being on, lights should stay off. Wave your hand inside the bag in front of sensor. Lights should go on and then time out. If sensor operates properly when covered, check items 2-6. Problem: Sensor is triggered by unwanted movement or heat source. Solution: Mask lens in the direction of the source. Move sensor or source. 2. Make sure sensor is mounted firmly and does not move even slightly when touched. If it moves, tighten all screws. 3. Make sure that Good Night Light is not mounted on an unstable object such as a tree or a pole that will move in the wind. 4. Was sensor wired hot? If so, circuitry may have been damaged. 5. Make sure sensor is not aimed within 30 feet of a road. Problem: Passing cars activate sensor. Solution: A 30’ safety zone between the sensor and road is recommended to avoid activation from passing cars. You may also mask sensor lens to reduce range or simply rotate sensor so it is not aimed in the direction of the street. 6. Make sure heat from lights is not triggering sensor. Make sure the sen- sor is below and as far as possible away from lights. 7. Remember that the lights will stay on in low mode at 20% wattage from dusk to dawn. This is normal operation. If the Photocell Control is turned to the sun symbol, the lights will stay on in low mode in low level light and night. If you desire low mode from dusk until dawn only, turn the Photocell Control fully counter clockwise to the moon symbol. Tips 1-6 above apply only if the lights are staying on in high full wattage mode. Moving branches trigger sensor Either adjust sensor position, or mask the lens WRONG! OK! 30’ safety zone

1. Check that the sensor is level from side to side and pointed at the area you desire. If unit is tilted, part of the Detection Zone may be high in the air over peoples heads. Solution: Position sensor exactly level from side to side. 2. Check that the sensor is not mounted too high. If mounted above 20 feet, much of the usable range will be lost. 3. If sensor is painted, make sure there is no paint on the lens and that the lens paint mask is removed. 4. Check that movement is not direct- ly towards sensor. Sensor will see movement across its pattern more quickly.To fix, move the sensor. 5. Check that movement far away and directly towards sensor is not entirely within one Detection Pattern finger. Problem: Sensor will not detect until movement crosses from one finger into a second finger. Solution: “Micro Adjust” sensor by tilting mounting plate 1/16”.This small adjustment may move the zones to allow earlier detection. 20’ Less Sensitive More Sensitive Solution: Mounting at 5’ to 8’ allows maximum range.

1. Check that lamps and fixtures work. Compare wiring to the Wiring Diagram in this manual. Check that the power is on. 2. If installing during daylight, remem- ber that the sensor will provide a 3 minute Test Period after power is turned on. After 3 minutes, the sensor will switch to Automatic Mode and will not work during daylight if the Photocell Control is turned to or near the night only position (fully counter clockwise to the moon symbol). If you require another 3 minute Test Period, turn the power off for at least 10 seconds and back on again. If you require the sensor to operate both in low level light and at night, turn the Photocell Control knob clockwise to the sun symbol. 3. Check that lights from other sources, such as adjacent porch lights, garden lights, streetlights or lights from inside the house are not in the sensor’s view. See #1 under “Lights Turn Off Too Quickly”. 4. Was sensor wired hot? If so, circuitry may have been damaged. 5. If sensor is painted, make sure there is no paint on the lens and that the lens paint mask is removed. Lights Turn Off Too Quickly 1. Check if sensor is being “tricked” by reflected light. If lights shine or reflect into the photocell, (located behind the lens), the unit will go on briefly and turn off thinking it is daytime. Problem: Lights reflect into photocell or lights shine directly into photocell. Solution: Adjust Photocell Control slightly clockwise, toward the sun symbol. This allows the sensor to function in brighter ambient light conditions. Alternatively, move the lights or mask the lens in the direction of the lights or reflections. If the problem persists, it may be necessary to increase the length of the sun shield over the sensor using weatherproof tape or some other material. 2. Check if “R” lamps, “A” lamps or self-ballasted PL lamps are being used in a non-enclosed lampholder that can be “seen” by the sensor. If so, switch to reflector PAR floodlight lamps or Quartz floods so the sen- sor is not affected by stray light. If using PAR floodlights, consider using lower wattage, energy saving lamps. Self ballasted compact fluorescent lamps may cause the sensor to cycle on and off.

7. Make sure lights are not visible from or reflecting back into sensor. Check for white or reflective surfaces close to the sensor. Solution: Aim sensor away from lights and reflective objects or mask the lens in the direction of the light or reflection. 8. Make sure sensor is not aimed within 30’ of a road or sidewalk. Passing cars will activate sensor. Solution: Adjust angle of sensor, or mask the top of the lens to reduce Detection Pattern Length. 9. Check solutions 1,2,3,5 & 6 under “Lights Do Not Turn Off” (Page 10). 1. Make sure the sensor is installed on its own dedicated circuit free of motor loads such as HVAC equipment, kitchen appliances or garage door openers. 2. It is not recommended to wire sensors in parallel. More than one sensor wired together makes them difficult to troubleshoot. Disconnect multiple sensors and test separately. 3. Keep all people completely out of the detection pattern to make sure the sensor is not detecting them. 4. Make sure sensor is located below and as far as possible from its lights. Heat from the lights may trigger the sensor. Solution: Move sensor below and away from the lights. 5. Self ballasted PL lamps may cause cycling (on-off). 6. Heavy rain, snow or high winds may activate the sensor occassionally. Solution: Reduce sensitivity control settings, mount in a more protected area and/or mask the lens if this is a constant problem.

1. Lights may turn on occassionally during rain, snow and windstorms because the sensor is detecting changes in temperature. If this is a constant problem, mount the sensor in a more protected area. 2.Tilt the sensor lower - it may be seeing distant objects moving. 3.You may not be aware that animals have triggered sensor. Check sensor aiming to reduce nuisance triggering or mask the lower part of the lens with opaque weatherproof tape. 4.The sensor may turn on occassionally during voltage surges. 5. A possible source of “mysterious” sensor activations are strong local radio signals. Check for nearby CB, Ham, VHF radio transmitters or Cellular telephones.The sensor may be activated, but will not be perma- nently impaired by these signals. 5. Check other solutions mentioned on pages 12 &13.

promptly replaced or repaired, at our option, if it proves to be defective in workmanship or materials within 5 years of purchase. For repair or replacement, return the product freight prepaid and insured to: RAB Lighting 170 Ludlow Avenue Northvale, NJ 07647 The product should be packed carefully. Please include your sales receipt and a description of the problem. If the sensor is out of warranty or damage is unrelated to its original manufacture, return your unit freight prepaid to the address below. Please include a description of the problem and a check for $20.00 (made out to RAB Electric). We will repair or replace your unit promptly. Under no circumstances shall RAB Electric be liable for any incidental or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the use or performance of this product or other indirect damages with respect to loss of property or revenue or cost of installation, removal or re-installation. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Good Night Light is designed to detect people or cars in the detection area. It should not be construed as a theft or crime prevention device. RAB does not accept responsibility for any damages resulting from intrusion or other crimes. Toll Free Technical Assistance If you need technical assistance, please do the following: 1. Re-read the Technical Tips sections of this manual. 2. Call the Tech Help Line at 888 RAB-1000, 8AM to 6PM Eastern Time M-F and we will be glad to help you. Before you call, please have the following informa- tion handy: a) Catalog number of your unit; b) Wattage, types and locations of lights connected to the sensor; c) The electrical circuit on which the sensor is installed.What else does it feed? How is the sensor power switched? d) Serial Number (4 digits) on the back of the sensor. e) This installation Manual Note: RAB Electric cannot give electrical wiring instructions by phone. Please consult a qualified electrician.

© RAB Lighting 2004 Toll Free Phone Call our friendly experts 8AM-6PM ET Mon.-Fri. 888 RAB-1000 Toll Free Fax Send faxes to RAB 24/7 888 RAB-1232 Fax On Demand Faxed Information, 24/7 888 RAB-1236 E-mail Questions and requests answered promptly [email protected] www.rabweb.com Visit our internet site for product information Contents of Good Night Light Accessories Kit • 3 Lens Masks • 3 Wire Nuts • 1/4” Adjustment Tool • Crossbar with Green Ground Screw • Hanging Hook • 1/2” Close Up Plugs (3) • Slotted Screws (5) • Finishing Cap • O-ring Gasket • Foam Gaskets (2) • Metal Plate (for surface junction box mounting) Easy Installation & Product Help MAKES IT EASY!