User Manual
Features
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The world's smallest LED rechargeable searchlight with a maximum throw of 1100
meters
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Utilizes LUMINUS SBT-70 LED
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Integrated multi-function OLED display
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Thermal protection circuit prevents overheating
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Includes ultra-high performance NBP52 battery pack to double runtime
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Intelligent charging circuit with voltage detection charges safely and rapidly
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Eight rapidly switchable brightness levels and modes to select from
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Innovative single button two-stage switch provides a user-friendly interface
(Patented)
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Integral power indicator in the switch displays remaining battery power (Patented)
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Optimal heat dissipation to improve overall performance
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Toughened ultra-clear mineral glass with anti-reflective coating
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Integrated “Precision Digital Optics Technology” provides extreme reflector
performance
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Constructed from aerospace-grade aluminum alloy
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HAIII military grade hard-anodized
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Waterproof in accordance with IPX-8 (submersible to two meters)
Dimensions
Length: 278mm (10.94”)
Head diameter: 90 mm (3.54)
Tube diameter: 50mm (1.97”)
Weight: 1344g (47.41oz) (with battery pack)
Accessories
Standard charger adapter, quality sling and spare O-ring
Battery Options
NBP52 ultra-high performance Li-ion rechargeable battery pack
Operation Instructions
Battery installation
Tighten the NBP52 battery pack as instructed
Note:
After tightening the NBP52 battery pack, “NITECORE” will be displayed
on the OLED screen for 2.5 seconds followed by battery voltage (accurate to
0.01V) for 4 seconds. After this the TM36 will enter into standby mode.
Thanks for purchasing NITECORE!
Output & Runtime
NOTICE
The above data has been measured in accordance with the international
flashlight testing standards ANSI/NEMA FL1 using the NItecore NBP52 battery
pack under laboratory conditions. The data may vary during real-world use
due to battery type, individual usage habits and environmental factors.
Lockout/Unlock
With the light turned on, press and hold the switch for more than one
second until the flashlight is switched off and enters into lockout mode.
Lockout mode consumes almost no battery power and prevents
accidental activation of the flashlight. To exit lockout mode, simply press
and hold the switch for more than one second again.
NOTE:
1. In lockout mode, the OLED display will show “LOCK OUT” as a
reminder when the switch or the display button is pressed.
2. When TM36 is kept in a backpack or left unused for extended periods,
Nitecore recommends users loosen the bezel to cut off power, thus
saving battery power and preventing accidental activation of the
flashlight.
Power Tips
1. With the light switched on, the power indicator will blink once every two
seconds when power levels drop to 50%.
2. With the light switched on, the power indicator will blink rapidly when
power levels are low.
NOTE:
When the light is being used in ultra-low mode, the blue power
indicator will be off to help conserve power.
Thermal protection
Extended operation in Turbo mode will cause the tube temperature of
TM36 to continually rise, making it too scalding to hold. Thus, Nitecore
does not recommend using the TM36 in Turbo mode for extended
periods. Equipped with an integrated thermal protection circuit, the TM36
will automatically reduce its output to prevent overheating once tube
temperature has reached 60 degrees.
Precaution:
When tube temperature is high, do not attempt to cool it by
submerging it in liquid. This faulty operation may cause irreparable
damage to the TM36 due to air pressure difference inside and outside of
the tube.
Charging Battery Pack
Battery pack should be replaced or recharged when any of the following
occurs: The power indicator blinks rapidly, output appears to be dim or
the flashlight becomes unresponsive.
Maintenance
Every 6 months, threads should be wiped with a clean cloth followed by a
thin coating of silicon-based lubricant.
Warranty Service
All NITECORE® products are warranted for quality. DOA / defective
products can be exchanged for a replacement through a local
distributor/dealer within the 15 days of purchase. After 15 days, all
defective / malfunctioning NITECORE® products will be repaired free of
charge for a period of 60 months (5 years) from the date of purchase.
Beyond 60 months (5 years), a limited warranty applies, covering the cost
of labor and maintenance, but not the cost of accessories or replacement
parts.
The warranty is nullified in all of the following situations:
1. The product(s) is/are broken down, reconstructed and/or modified by
unauthorized parties.
2. The product(s) is/are damaged through improper use.
3. The product(s) is/are damaged by leakage of batteries.
For the latest information on NITECORE® products and services, please
contact your national NITECORE® distributor or send an email to
[email protected].
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TM 36
NITECORE (SYSMAX)
is a member of PLATO, participating in and helping to
develop the ANSI FL1 standard of measurement. Product testing data is in
accordance with these internationally recognized scientific standards.
Charging the TM36
Connect the charging cable to the flashlight and the A/C power adapter to the
wall outlet as shown in the adjacent image.
General Operation
NOTE:
The TM36 utilizes a 2-stage switch similar to a camera shutter button.
The light’s numerous functions are selected according to the depth the switch
is pressed.
The TM36 has two modes: Daily mode and Turbo mode. With the TM36 turned
off, press the switch partway down and release quickly to activate Daily mode.
Alternatively, with the TM36 turned off, press the switch all the way down and
release quickly to activate turbo mode.
Mode Selection
Daily mode:
With the light off, press the switch partway down and release
within one second to enter this mode with constant-on illumination; press and
hold the switch partway down to activate momentary illumination with previous
daily mode brightness.
Turbo mode:
press the switch all the way down and release within one second
to enter this mode with constant-on illumination; press and hold the switch all
the way down for more than one second to activate momentary illumination
with max brightness.
OLED Display
1. When the TM36 is turned on, the OLED display will activate automatically
and show output lumen, brightness mode, battery voltage, battery status,
remaining runtime and temperature. After displaying these readings, the OLED
display will be off automatically. To reactivate the OLED, simply press the
display switch. To cycle through the readings, press the display button in
sequence.
2. When in standby mode, a single press of the OLED display switch will
activate the OLED and display battery voltage for 10 seconds.
Brightness Selection In Daily Mode
1. With the TM36 turned on in Daily mode, press the switch partway down to
select a brightness level of ultra-low, low, medium or high. The selected
brightness level will be memorized when the light is turned off.
2. With the TM36 turned on in Daily mode, press the switch partway down and
hold to enter into turbo mode. A second partway press will revert back to the
brightness level last used.
Bright Selection In Turbo Mode
With the TM36 turned on in Search/Turbo mode, partway presses of the button
will cycle between high and ultra-high mode. Memory function is not available
in Search/Turbo mode.
NOTE:
In turbo mode, the thermal protection will activate. Please refer to
Thermal Protection.
Standby Mode
With the TM36 turned on, press the switch all the way down and release within
one second to enter into standby mode. In this mode, the light will consume
small amounts of power to maintain the settings in the MCU (micro control unit)
while appear to be turned off. When in standby mode the power indicator light
will blink once every two seconds to indicate the location of the light.
Special Modes (Strobe / SOS / Location
Beacon)
With the light turned on, press the switch all the way down twice in quick
succession to access strobe mode. When in strobe mode, press the switch
partway down to cycle through SOS, location beacon and strobe modes. To
select a desired mode, simply release the switch when it is displayed. To exit
the special mode (enter into standby mode) fully press and release the switch.
NOTE:
When in any of the special modes, the OLED display will remain on to
display the specific mode being used.
Demonstration mode
When entering standby mode, press the switch with the display button being
held simultaneously to enter Demonstration mode. In this mode, the OLED
display will present TM36’s functioning messages in a consecutive manner. To
exit Demonstration mode, simply press any button.
TURBO
HIGH
MID
LOW
LUMENS
800
LUMENS
1800
LUMENS
400
LUMENS
200
5
h
30
min
1
h
45
min
21
h
11
h
LOWER
LUMENS
50
67
h
1100m
(Beam Distance)
310000cd
(Peak Beam Intensity)
IPX-8, 2m
(Waterproof AND Submersible)
1.5m
(Impact Resistant)
Parameters
Specifications
Voltage
3.7V
Capacity
65W(2300mAh×8)
Charging Current
1A（Trickle charge）/2A（Rapid charge）
Charging Port
3.5mm 12V DC Adpater / 4.5mm 12V DC Adpater
1. Under normal charging conditions, the on/off switch’s blue indicator light will
blink twice every second with the OLED screen display "Charging..." and
battery voltage.
2. If a problem is detected while charging the TM36 will stop charging, the blue
indicator will blink rapidly and the OLED display will show the word “ERROR”.
This is usually caused by faulty or incorrectly inserted batteries.
3. When charging is complete, the blue indicator will remain on,
and“Chg.Finished” along with battery voltage will be displayed on the OLED
screen.
The NBP52 battery pack can also be recharged independently. As shown, plug
one end of the adapter to the battery pack charging port (1A, 3.5mm), and plug
the other end to an outlet.
The integral blue charging indicator of NBP52 battery pack will blink to indicate
charging process:
1. When battery pack is being recharging, the blue indicator will blink rapidly.
2. When battery power level reaches 98%, the blue indicator will blink slowly.
3. When battery pack is fully charged, the blue indicator will illuminate steadily.
NOTE:
1. Charging the flashlight or the battery pack directly will require charging time
of approximately 16 hours.
2. Charging time can be reduced by half to 8 hours if the NBP52 battery pack is
recharged via the rapid charging port (2A, 4.5mm) using an optional 2A
adapter.