BLINDER X QUICK START GUIDE

WHAT'S IN THE PACK

1. BLINDER 1800 LIGHTHEAD & REMOTE
2. BATTERY PACK
3. HELMET REMOTE MOUNT
4. VELCRO STRAPS 240MM/300MM
5. FRAME MOUNT & BOLTS
6. BAR MOUNT (PRE-INSTALLED)
7. SHIMS 31.8MM/35MM (35MM PRE-INSTALLED)
8. HEX KEY
9. TORX SCREWDRIVER
10. HELMET MOUNT
11. EXTENSION CABLE -700MM

MOUNTING (BIKE)

Bar & Frame Mount

Use the [hex key] to tighten the bolt and secure the bar-mount to the lighthead.

Diagram shows the lighthead being attached to the bar mount with a bolt.

Ensure the correct sized shim is installed to suit your handlebar diameter.

Use the [hex key] to tighten the bolt and secure the bar-mount to the handlebar.

Diagram shows the bar mount attached to a handlebar with a tightened bolt.

Adjusting the Beam Angle

Use the [hex key] to loosen the bolt and rotate the lighthead to your chosen angle.

Diagram shows the lighthead being rotated on its mount to adjust the beam angle.

MOUNTING (REMOTE TO HANDLE-BAR)

Place the remote mount in your chosen position.

Stretch the strap around the handlebar and latch it.

Place the remote into the mount. It will locate and secure itself magnetically.

Diagram shows the remote mount attached to a handlebar with the remote magnetically attached.

MOUNTING (HELMET)

Use the [hex key] to tighten the bolt and secure the helmet-mount to the lighthead.

Slide one edge of the looped end of the helmet mount strap onto the helmet mount.

Slide the opposite edge of the helmet mount strap onto the helmet mount.

Strap into your chosen helmet vent hole.

Wrap the strap tightly under the vents and insert it into the helmet mount slot.

Return the strap to the inside of the helmet, pull the strap tightly, and secure by pressing firmly.

Diagram shows the helmet mount strap being threaded through helmet vents and secured.

MOUNTING (HELMET REMOTE)

Place the remote mount in a comfortable position that suits your riding style.

Practice using the remote in various positions before attaching.

Once you've decided on the best position, remove the adhesive backing from the mount and attach it to your helmet, ensuring the semi-circular notch is facing the optimum direction.

Diagram shows the remote mount being attached to a helmet.

Once the remote mount is installed, place the remote into the mount. It will locate and secure itself magnetically.

The helmet remote mount and remote assembly feature a magnetic connection that encourages quick-release detachment in case of accidents.

MOUNTING (BATTERY TO TUBE)

Insert the strap into the top opening.

Wrap the strap around the tube and through the buckle. Pull the strap tightly and secure by pressing firmly.

Diagram shows the battery pack being strapped to a bicycle tube.

MOUNTING (BATTERY TO 64MM BOSSES)

Align the battery mount with the 64mm bosses and insert the bolts.

Use the [hex key] provided to tighten the bolts.

Insert the strap into the bottom opening.

Wrap the strap around the battery pack and through the buckle. Pull the strap tightly and secure by pressing the strap together firmly.

Diagram shows the battery pack being mounted to 64mm bosses using bolts.

OPERATION

Lighthead & Battery Connection

Bar & Frame Mounted: Connect the lighthead to the battery. Use the 700mm extension cable if extra length is required.

Helmet Mounted: Connect the lighthead to the battery via the 700mm extension cable. When using the lighthead and battery in the helmet mount configuration, always stow the battery securely.

Remote Power Button

Single press to power on or off.

Double press to toggle between mode banks.

Quick press the [power button] to view the flashing mode indicator.

The indicator LED will shine blue when the light is in a specific mode. For other modes, it may show green.

Battery Status & Power Button

Battery Power Button: Single press and hold to power on or off. Quick press to check battery status. The battery will awaken from sleep mode and display the battery charge status.

CHARGING

Lift the charging-port hatch and insert a USB Type-C charging cable. Use a standard wall charger or USB port.

Battery Charging Status: Once the charge cable is inserted, the power button will flash amber indicating charging mode. When fully charged, the power button will glow solid green.

*Battery Charge Time: Typically 3 hours from USB-C PD charging (5VDC or 12VDC) in ambient temperatures between 15°C to 30°C. Charging time may be longer from a PC USB port or below 10°C.

BATTERY STATUS

A quick press of the power button (when switched off) will indicate the battery charge status:

100% - 25%: Solid Green
10%: Flashing Red

If the light is flashing red, its output will be reduced to 30% as the lighthead and battery have entered battery preservation mode.

MODES

Available modes include 800 and 900 lumens.

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