Introduction How to Charge How to Mount to a Bicycle CatEyeSYNC™ Compatible Rechargeable Taillight Switch Operation TL-NW100K Manual Firmware Update Frequently Asked Questions Information in the instruction manual is subject to change without notice.
Install CatEyeSYNC™ SYNCKinetic™ is capable of the following when used with the CatEyeSYNC™ smartphone app.
Checking package contents USB cable (MICRO USB) Light unit Before Initial Use This unit is shipped with small charge to check the light. Be sure to charge it before use, according to the instructions “How to Charge” (Page3) and “Cautions on recharging” (Page11). How to Charge 1. Connect the light unit to your PC or a commercial USB battery charger using the USB cable. The indicator turns on and charging starts.
* When your PC is in sleep state, the unit cannot be charged. * Use a USB battery charger of 500mAh (USB2.0) or more. The cartridge can be fast-charged with high capacity USB battery charger. 2. Once charging is complete, be sure to disconnect the USB plug. * Charging time is approximate values, and will vary depending on the environmental and usage conditions. How to Mount to a Bicycle Attach the light securely to the seatpost.
Switch Operation Press the switch to turn the light on / off or to select the mode. Switch OFF ON *2 High 40 lm (Approx. 1.5 hours) Low 5 lm (Approx. 15 hours) Flashing 30 lm (Approx. 50 hours) Rapid 50 lm (Approx. 20 hours) Group Ride 40 lm (Approx. 15 hours) Click Daytime HyperFlash 50 lm (Approx. 30 hours) Switch Press and hold Kinetic mode: When deceleration is detected, the light will illuminate at 50 lumens for about 2.5 seconds regardless of the lighting mode selected.
*2: When turning the light on, it lights up in the mode that was used last time. (Mode memory function) Battery auto-save function When the remaining battery power is low, the lighting mode changes to slow flashing. Operation of the Kinetic mode will be disabled when the remaining battery power is low. Charge the product as soon as possible. Indicator (Flashing red light) Firmware Update Update Notifications When a new firmware version is available, CatEyeSYNC™ will show a notification.
Installing and Executing Firmware Updater for CatEyeSYNC™ To update the firmware, install Firmware Updater for CatEyeSYNC™ on your PC. * The PC must be connected to the Internet. Operating environment : Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10, or Mac OS 10.10 or later 3. Download the updater from the CATEYE website. Download location Home page SUPPORT Downloads Software and App Firmware Updater for CatEyeSYNC™ 4. Download the Firmware Updater for CatEyeSYNC™ that matches your OS.
Executing Firmware Updater for CatEyeSYNC™ * The PC must be connected to the Internet. 1. Fully charge the light being used. Important : Please make sure the light is fully charged before updating the firmware. 2. Start Firmware Updater for CatEyeSYNC™. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect the light to a PC and update the firmware. Important : • Be sure to use the included USB cable when • • connecting a light to a PC. Do not simultaneously connect any other lights.
Click [Update] button to begin updating. Wait until a dialog appears with the message [Updating complete]. 4. After the update is complete, disconnect the light. After updated, the light will enter a sleep state. Click the switch on the light to wake the light. * For information on operations using CatEyeSYNC™, refer to the “CatEyeSYNC™ instruction manual”. Frequently Asked Questions The firmware update does not finish, or an alert is displayed. Try updating the firmware again from the beginning.
Appendix Warning!!! • Check periodically to ensure that the light unit is attached securely. Do not use a damaged rubber band. • Always attention to the remaining battery power by checking the indicator periodically while using. Caution! • This light detects deceleration through the use of acceleration sensor. Please note that activation of the Kinetic function depends on the degree of deceleration, the light may not react or the reaction may be delayed. • Stop your bicycle to operate the switch.
Lithium-ion batteries Cautions on recharging • Avoid charging in direct sunlight or in a vehicle parked under direct sunlight, and make sure to charge only when the ambient temperature is between 41°F and 104 °F (5 and 40°C). • Before charging, be sure that no dust or other foreign objects attach to the USB plug. • Do not subject the light to vibrations while charging. • Once charging is complete, be sure to disconnect the USB plug.
Communication Interference occurs in the following places and / or environments, which may result in incorrect operation. • Near TVs, PCs, radios, or motors or in cars or trains. • Near railroad crossings, along railway tracks, around television transmitting stations and radar bases, etc. • Used with other wireless devices or certain batterypowered lights. Frequency Band: 2.4 GHz Radiated Power: -16.2 dBm Hereby, CATEYE Co., Ltd.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
CNR d’Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : 1) L’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage; 2) L’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement. Specifications Battery Rechargeable lithium-ion polymer battery 500 mAh Charge Micro USB plug Operating time High : Approx. 1.
Temperature range Charging : 41˚F – 104˚F (5˚C – 40˚C) Operating : 14˚F – 104˚F (-10˚C – 40˚C) Recharge / discharge number of times About 300 times (until the rated capacity drops to 70%) Dimensions / weight 2-15/16” x 1-1/32” x 1-7/64” (74.5 x 26 x 28 mm) (Light unit only) / 1.52 oz (43 g) (Including rubber band) * The specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
Limited warranty 2-year Warranty: Light unit only (excludes battery deterioration) CatEye products are warranted to be free of defects from materials and workmanship for a period of 2 years from original purchase. If the product fails to work during normal use, CatEye will repair or replace the defect at no charge. Service must be performed by CatEye or an authorized retailer. To return the product, pack it carefully and enclose the warranty certificate (proof of purchase) with instruction for repair.
