ENG AFTER-MARKET DEVICE FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF AN AUTOMATIC SWITCH CONTROL OF HEADLAMP LIGHT Installation & User Handbook

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1 AFTER-MARKET DEVICE FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF AN AUTOMATIC SWITCH CONTROL OF HEADLAMP LIGHT Installation & User Handbook Wireless Brand: Description: Model: Code: NICE (NIGHT INTELLIGENT CAR EQUIPMENT) ACCESSORY DEVICE FOR THE AUTOMATIC SWITCH CONTROL OF HEADLIGHTS. NICE VSI QR code: Components: 1 TX model, 2 RX model, 1 kit of DUAL LOCK fixing material Sector: vehicles Colour: black/grey/beige Proprietor of product: NICE S.r.l. ITA (Patent) Manufacturer: NICE S.r.l. Via La Spezia 6 - Rome IT Assembled by: ATEK di Pioli Ubaldo & C. s.n.c - Montefalco (PG) IT Made in Italy - Marking - E11 Approval No: 10R User Handbook 1/18

2 Summary Sect Title Page 1 General information NICE System parts identification Transmitter unit Receiver unit Authorized uses Unauthorized uses Manual activation/override Automatic activation/override Putting into operation Installation of Right and Left Receivers Electrical connection of the Right and Left Receivers Identification of Receiver cables Connection for H4 double headlight bulbs Connection for single H1 and H7 headlight bulbs Connection for single HB3 headlight bulb Installation of Transmitter Transmitter activation (by Light sensor) Transmitter orientation Maintenance Proper disposal (waste battery) Technical features /18 User Handbook

3 1. General information NICE equipment belongs to the universal accessories sector for vehicles, in particular the accessories that can be easily installed on any vehicle already constructed and/or in circulation, equipped with headlights using halogen headlight bulbs type H4, H1, H7, HB3 and with optional adaptors type HB4, H11, H9. Vehicles using LED-HID (XENON) type headlight bulbs are excluded. This device can be easily installed to automate the High Beam shutdown on a vehicle when it come across another vehicle with its headlights on, in the dark. The device uses modern Wireless technology with radio control between sensor and light switch, without any connection wires, this permits installation of the product without interference. Installation of NICE equipment must be done with the engine and the lights off. 2. NICE System parts identification Ref. Description 1 1 Transmitter Light Sensor (TX) 2 Left Receiver Module (RX) 3 Right Receiver Module (RX) 4 Rubber Fairlead Dual Lock is already inserted on the TX. Remove its protective film to stick to the wind shield Lithium Battery 3.6V size AA (is already installed in the TX Transmitter) User Handbook 3/18

4 3. Transmitter Unit (TX) Ref. Description Fixed Dual Lock system in 1 black 2 Hole for light sensor 3 Day/Night/Tunnel sensor 4 Front Outer Shell Command button for the 5 activation/override of the system Blue LED to signal the 6 intervention (Double flash every second) Yellow LED to signal Active 7 System (Flashing every 5 seconds) Transmitter (TX) - Front view Transmitter (TX) - rear view Transmitter (TX) - lateral view 4/18 User Handbook

5 4. Receiver Unit (RX) 2 1 Ref. Description 1 Receiver Outer Shell Cable for connection to 2 the electrical system Cable for connection to 3 the headlight. 4 H4 Connection plug 5 H4 Connection socket Housing dimensions (mm) User Handbook 5/18

6 5. Authorized uses Installation on any vehicle powered by +12V or +24V batteries. On vehicles using halogens headlight bulbs model as: H4, H1, H7, HB3, and with optional adapters HB4, H11, H9. Installation with engine and headlights switched off, performed only by qualified person. Installation and use in accordance with the instruction in this Handbook. 6. Unauthorized uses (High Beam turned off) On vehicles using LED-HID (XENON) headlights bulbs In illuminated urban areas In darkness with constant fog. Use of the Light sensor with Low battery Incorrect installation and failure to observe Warnings 7. Manual Activation/Override Activation (ON): 1 Press the button on the transmitter for 10 seconds 2 Three flashes of the Yellow LED signal confirm activation (Apparatus TX ready for use) 3 Single flash of the Yellow LED every 5 seconds signals System is Active in presence of darkness Override (OFF): Press the button on the transmitter for 0.5 seconds Single flash of the Yellow LED signals confirmation of override 8. Automatic Activation / Override: (Function available only with Manual Activation System included and High Beam turned on) Automatic Activation: in presence of darkness, with light intensity less than 5-10 Lux (at night, in tunnels/galleries, on unlight roads) The blue LED will blink when a light on the viability direction is present. Automatic Override: in presence of illumination, with light intensity greater than 5-10 Lux (day, towns, illuminated roads) Stationary more than 30 minutes in illuminated parking areas and zones. 6/18 User Handbook

7 9. OPERATION OF DEVICE Proper operating mode for the device is obtained after installation as described in the following paragraphs. Figure 1 shows a typical arrangement of the components in a sedan car. 9.1 Installation of Right and Left Receivers. During the installation phase the engine and the headlights must be off. Installation in the engine compartment or on the front of the vehicle, close to the headlights. A B Setup of the Transmitter on the internal side of the windshield of the vehicle, close to point A or B (Ref. Paragraph page. 15) B Setup of the right and left Receivers in the engine compartment close to the front headlights Figure 1 - Setup of the NICE system components, front and lateral view User Handbook 7/18

8 9.2 Electrical connection of the right and left Receivers The NICE device RX receivers are equipped with connectors for: H4 headlight bulbs and with 2 additional adapter kits for H1, H7 and HB3 headlight bulbs. 3 types of connection between the Receivers and the front headlights of the vehicle are provided: Connection with double headlight bulbs of H4 type (adapter already in the cables) Connection with single headlight bulbs of H1 and H7 type (adapter provided) Connection with single headlight bulbs HB3 type and other models, through available adapters. Adapters provided free of charge also facilitate connection with HB4, H11 and H9 headlight bulbs H4 headlight bulb H1 headlight bulb H7 headlight bulb HB3 headlight bulb Customized Adaptor for cable connection to headlight bulbs type H7 and H1 Customized Adaptor for cable connection to headlight bulb type HB3 8/18 User Handbook

9 9.2.1 Identification of Receiver cables Figure 2 identifies the input and output cables for Right and Left receivers and their arrangement: INPUT (from electrical system) 1) Positive for High Beam RED colour 2) Positive for Low Beam WHITE colour 3) Negative BLACK colour OUTPUT (to the headlight bulbs) 4) Positive for High Beam RED colour 5) Positive for Low Beam WHITE colour 6) Negative BLACK colour Figure 2 Identification of the receiver cables User Handbook 9/18

10 9.3 Connection for double H4 headlight headlight bulbs type Positioning the Receiver as in Figure 1 Unplug the connector from the H4 of the Right front headlight and connect the Receiver as in Figure 3 Securing the Receiver with cable ties or self tapping screws Repeat the operation for the Left headlight Figure 3 - Position and interconnection for NICE Receiver 9.4 Connection for single H1 and H7 headlight bulbs Position Receivers (RX) as in Figure 1 Disassemble the plastic protective caps of the headlight, open a locating hole with 25mm diameter, for insertion of the cables using the fairlead supplied(see Figure 4a) Insert receiver cables into the fairlead Disassemble the connector to the H1or H7 headlight bulb and insert the receiver contacts into this socket. Pay attention to polarity (see Figure 5). Connect H1 or H7 headlight bulb through adapter, cable red and black (see Figure 5). Repeat the interconnection operation for Right front headlight After connecting, secure Receivers (RX) with suitable cable ties. 10/18 User Handbook

11 Figure 4 Position and interconnection for NICE Receiver Headlight Bulb H1 or H7 Fig. 4A Headlight Bulb cable Connections detail on Figure 5 Plastic protective caps Receiver Rubber fairlead Adapters H1 or H7 User Handbook 11/18

12 headlight bulb H Connections between adapter and H1 headlight bulb Red wires to POSITIVE (+) of the cable and headlight bulb Black wires to NEGATIVE (-) of the cable and headlight bulb headlight bulb H7 - + Connections between adapter and H7 headlight bulb Red wires to POSITIVE (+) of the cable and headlight bulb Black wires to NEGATIVE (-) of the cable and headlight bulb headlight bulb polarity connection is indifferent Figure 5 Connections between adapters H4, H1, H7 12/18 User Handbook

13 9.5 Connection with single HB3 headlight headlight bulb Affix Receivers as indicated in Figure 1 Remove the HB3 connector from the headlight bulb and insert the Receiver cable into, complete with its Adapter A (Figure 6A). The Receiver B cable, complete with its Adapter, must be inserted in the HB3 headlight bulb socket. It is advisable to disconnect this headlight bulb to facilitate connector insertion (Figure 6A). Repeat connection for the right headlight After connections, secure Receivers with suitable cable ties. A Figure 6A Receiver with adapters for HB3 HB3 headlight bulb Figure 6 - Location and connecting of the NICE Receiver User Handbook 13/18

14 9.6 Transmitter installation NICE device includes a Lithium battery To replace battery, in case of expiration (Figure 6), remove the front cover, by unscrewing the two retaining screws Insert the battery in the specified location, matching the polarity + (Figure 6A) Incorrect insertion of the battery could cause irreparable damage to the device. Before affixing the Transmitter to the vehicle s windshield: Carefully clean the windshield accurately in the pre-selected location (See Fig.8) The optimal location for installation of the NICE device is near the central rear view mirror, so the indicator light is visible and any adjustment can be easily carried out by the driver (Fig. 8). The Dual Lock applicator for the windshield is already inserted (fig 7). Remove its protective film. For application on the apparatus glass, rotate the Transmitter vertically, as in Figure 8, ensuring sufficient attachment of the adhesives by using adequate pressure. Wait at least 5 minutes before attempting to finalize position of transmitter. Mount the device vertically (Fig. 8) + Figure 6 - Battery insertion Fig.6A Transmitter without cover Adesive protective Film Figure 7 Application Dual Lock adhesives pads 14/18 User Handbook

15 B A Angle adjustment Transmitter NICE vertical adjustment - Side view A B Transmitter location at positions A or B. Align on vertical and horizontal axes. Front view Figure 8 - Mounting the Transmitter on the windshield inside the vehicle User Handbook 15/18

16 9.7 Transmitter activation (by Light Sensor) Following manual activation (page 6 point 7) The NICE transmitter is automatically activated in presence of darkness less than 5-10 Lux. Its operation is signalled by the blue LED tell tale when the Transmitter is hit by light from outside the vehicle. The operation of the system is guaranteed by correct orientation of the Transmitter that incorporates a sophisticated optical system of for light detection. 9.8 Transmitter orientation Operation to verify proper orientation of NICE system must be performed: a) In presence of darkness b) On an open straight road, on a level for at least 50 m, without traffic being present, or in an empty parking area. c) In absence of street lighting d) After making sure that the system has been activated. Reference Page. 6 paragraph 7 Manual Activation /Override of the NICE System. Turn the engine and select High Beam, check that the transmitter is in activated (Blue flashing LED). Put the headlight onto Low Beam, in case of continual flashing of the blue LED, slightly tilting the Transmitter upward until the blue LED goes out (reference Figure 8) At this time select High Beam and check that there is no automatic switch off, also with the blue LED flashing. As required, increase the angle of the Transmitter setting upwards. Pay attention to the adjustment of Transmitter, which if too high will cause the device to have diminished or loss its sensitivity, if too low the device may activated spontaneously and unnecessarily. Once the Transmitter has been adjusted, push vigorously on the Dual Lock adhesive pads to guarantee a permanent stable adhesion.!!! WARNING NEVER PERFORM ANY ADJUSTMENT OR OTHER OPERATION ON YOUR NICE DEVICE WHILE DRIVING. WHEN THE WINDSHIELD OF THE CAR IS HORIZONTALLY CURVED, BE SURE TO INSTALL THE TRANSMITTER EXACTLY AT THE CENTER SO AS NOT TO COMPRO- MISE PROPER OPERATION 16/18 User Handbook

17 10 Maintenance Battery replacement There is a battery in the Transmitter. Replace the battery every 2 years or when low. For insertion refer to Figure 6. USE A BATTERY RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER. - Model:...Tadiran SL360/S or equivalent - Chemistry:...Lithium Thionyl Chloride - Rated Voltage:...3.6V - Capacity: mA/h - Dimension :...size AA Verify transmitter orientation after any movement or temporary removal Proper disposal EU legislation on waste batteries is written on in the Batteries Directive, 2006/66/ EC on batteries and accumulators and waste batteries and accumulators. For this reason please read the following notes. Do not throw your device into municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical, electronic equipment and mercury-containing button cell battery) should not be placed in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products. Do not throw the battery into municipal waste. The symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Please pay particular attention when replacing the Lithium battery because this type of battery is considered a hazardous component. If damaged substances insides are corrosive. If used in an unauthorized way there is a risk of explosion. User Handbook 17/18

18 11 Technical Features Application...Automotive Headlights Halogen headlight bulbs 12 and 24V models H1, H4, H7, HB3, HB4, H11 (through adapters). Vehicles using LED-HID (XENON) type headlight bulbs are excluded Operating Voltage Receivers...From 11 until 28 V DC, 0.1A Max. Electric protections:...polarity; Short-circuit Environmental protections...transmitter IP44 ; Receivers IP65 Working conditions...transmitter: range -20 until + 75 C Receivers: range -25 until +105 C (Note 1) Operating Voltage Transmitter... Lithium battery, life 2 years Transmission...Radio UHF 434 MHz codified Activation system...automatic with day/night manual sensor with button on the transmitter Intervention time of radio control...from 0.1 until 0.2 seconds Switching...1 switch, range 8A max. at 28V Number of operations guaranteed...unlimited Dimension and weight...transmitter 90 x 58 x 37 mm, 70gr Receiver (2) 95 x 73 x 25 mm, 80gr (1) Receivers installed in the engine compartment, normally in a non-accessible area/zone. 18/18 User Handbook