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RCT Remote Control Transmitter

When used in conjunction with a Bodine emergency ballast 
equipped with the RCT remote control testing feature, this remote 
control transmitter allows end users to test emergency ballast 
operation from a remote location.

Specifications

Operating System

Pre-programmed infrared remote control

Compatibility

Used with Bodine emergency ballast equipped with the RCT  
feature

Power requirement

2 AAA alkaline batteries

Effective IR range

2-30 feet, see Illustrations 1 & 2

Dimensions

12.6 cm x 4.2 cm x 1.7 cm

Weight (excluding batteries)

60 g (Approx.)

Warranty

5 years

Model WHRCT

Operation

1.   Aim the remote control transmitter at the infrared  

 

 

receiver mounted in or on the lighting fixture.    

2.   Press the 

30 SEC

 key to initiate a 30-second timed  

 

 

test or the 

90 MIN

 key to initiate a 90-minute timed test.

3.  Observe emergency ballast operation and record    

 

 

test results.

4.  Use the 

RESET

 key to cancel an unintentional test  

 

 

at any time.

5.  When testing is complete, the emergency ballast returns to
   the charging mode.

Maintenance

1.   Do not expose the unit to high temperature, strong  

 

 

sunlight, high humidity, mechanical shock or dust

2.   Do not use old and new batteries together.
3.  Keep the unit clean with soft, dry cloth.
4.  Do not disassemble unit.

Troubleshooting

1.   Check for noticeable damage.
2.   Check if the batteries are low or inserted improperly.
3.  If transmission appears weak, replace batteries.

Range and Direction pattern for infrared receiver as mounted in a typical strip 

fixture with two 8’ lamps. 

ILLUSTRATION 1

Range and Direction pattern for infrared receiver as mounted in a typical 

troffer style fixture with four 4’ lamps.

ILLUSTRATION 2

90°

INFRARED RECEIVER MOUNTED ON SIDE

90°

INFRARED RECEIVER MOUNTED FLUSH 
BEHIND FIXTURE LENS DIRECTED DOWN

DISTANCE  IN  FEET  FROM  TRANSMITTER  TO  RECEIVER

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

5 4 3 2 1

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

15°

30°

45°

60°

75°

15°

30°

45°

60°

75°

0°  INCIDENCE

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