Ion Pro RT
Ion 200 RT
Flare RT
www.bontrager.com
BT17_IONPRORT__ION200RT_FLARERT_V3 PN 572345
Basic operation
(see Table 1)
To turn on, double click (similar to a computer mouse) the power button. To turn off, press and hold the power button.
To change mode, quick-press the power button.
NOTE: When turned on Ion Pro RT, Ion 200 RT and the Flare RT will return to the last active mode.
Table 1. Modes, runtimes, and battery life
Model
Power Button/Status LED
Mode
Ion Pro RT
High
Power / Status LED Button
Medium
Low
Night Flash
Day Flash
Ion 200 RT
High
Power Button
Status LED
Medium
Low
Night Flash
Day Flash
1
Flare RT
Day Flash
1
Power Button
Status LED
All Day Flash
Night Flash
Day Steady
1
Night Steady
Supports auto brightness.
Not including 30 minute low battery feature
1
2
Battery charging and care
(see Table 2)
Although the light is charged at the factory, it is recommended to charge it
before first use.
To charge the battery
IMPORTANT: For best results, charge at room temperature in a dry place. Use
a quality CE or UL approved USB charger rated for 500 mA or greater. Avoid
extreme conditions including wet, cold, or extremely hot.
1. Open the USB port cover.
2. Plug the Micro charger cable into the
Ion Pro RT
USB port on the light.
3. Plug the cable into a computer or
wall adapter.
4. When the charge is complete, unplug
the Micro charger cable and close the USB
port cover.
IMPORTANT: Ensure the USB cover
is latched before riding in rain or in wet
OR
conditions. If the USB cover is not closed,
damage to the light may occur.
About this manual
This manual is for Bontrager lights Ion Pro RT,
Ion 200 RT (headlights) and Flare RT (tail light).
RT indicates light is rechargeable and remote
controllable when paired with Bontrager Transmitr
remote, PN 502865, another ANT+ compatible
device, or through Bluetooth on a phone.
WARNING
The light may be hot and could cause a burn
or damage material it may contact. Do not
activate (turn on) light in enclosed area. Avoid
accidental wireless activation.
Please read the additional Warning, page 2, before
using this light.
Specifications
• Ion Pro RT: 4800 mAh, 3.6 Vdc, 17.3 Wh,
lithium Ion battery
• Ion 200RT and Flare RT: 420mAh, 3.7 Vdc,
1.6 Wh lithium polymer battery
For more information
If you need help not offered by this manual, talk to
your Bontrager retailer or visit trekbikes.com.
Max Output
Runtime
Power Button/Status
(lumens)
(hours)
2
LED Color
1300
1.5
Green Steady
800
3
400
6
Red Steady
200
26
Red Flashing
300
22
200
1.5
Green Steady
100
3
5
14.5
Red Steady
5
30
Red Flashing
100
12
90
6
Green Steady
45
12
1
5
15
Red Steady
25
4.5
Red Flashing
5
13.5
Table 2. Battery charging and care
Power Button/
Model
Status LED
Charge, %
Color
Red Flash
1
Yellow Flash
25% - 75%
1
Ion Pro RT
Ion 200 RT
or
Green Flash
75% - 99%
1
Flare RT
Green Steady
2
Red Flash
0% - 75%
Ion 200 RT
Green Flash
75% - 99%
Green Steady
99% - 100%
2
Red Flash
0% - 75%
Flare RT
Green Flash
75% - 99%
Green Steady
99% - 100%
OR
2
1
Flashes fast (2 Hz) with 4 wire USB cable and a 500mA charger, or slow
(1 Hz) with 2 wire USB cable
2
When fully charged, status led remains steady for 1 minute then turns off
3
Requires a 4 wire USB cable, supplied, and a 500mA charger
List of parts
You may have purchased one or more of the following lights.
Ion Pro RT
Light
Mount
25.4 - 35.0mm Adjustable Bar Mount
with shim PN W552375
Charging Cable
Fast Charge Micro USB Cable
PN W559136, (4-wire)
Accessories
Head Lights
(purchase
Helmets (Blendr mount system)
separately)
*Circuit Model 21764
Rally Model 21797
Lithos Model 505969
Battery Life, %
25 to 100%
Bontrager
5 to 25%
Helmet Bracket
PN 428462
Less than 5%
25 to 100%
5 to 25%
Transmitr Remote
Less than 5%
Model 502865
*Compatible with all
Bontrager RT lights.
25 to 100%
5 to 25%
Less than 5%
Caring for the battery
Store the light at room temperature in a dry place. Avoid moisture, or extreme
Charge
hot or cold.
Duration
(hours)
Store the light in the charged condition. Avoid 'deep discharge'. Battery life will
decrease if the battery is stored in a fully discharged condition.
<25%
Over time, the run time of the battery will diminish. Expect about 500 full
charges, depending on care. After a full life, the battery will continue to charge
7
3
but with a lower run time. When the run time is unsatisfactory, do not open the
case of the light or incinerate; please recycle.
15
Traveling with the battery
Li-ion batteries cannot be shipped by air due to airline regulations. When
100%
traveling by air, place the light in your carry-on.
Recycling
Please recycle the battery. In the US, you can find out
where to do this at www.call2recycle.org
2
This symbol on the product(s) and / or accompanying
documents means that used electrical and electronic
products should not be mixed with general household
waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, outside
the US, please take this product(s) to designated collection
points. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to
2
return your products to your local retailer upon purchase of
an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product correctly will help save
valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health
and the environment, which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste
handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest
designated collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal
of this waste, in accordance with your national legislation.
Ion 200 RT
Front of bike
Quick Connect 0˚ Mounting Bracket
PN W527649
*Fits 22.2mm to 35mm bars.
Charger Cable PN W327765, (2-wire)
22.2-31.8mm Adjustable
Bar Mount
*
PN W530421
1
22.2-35.0mm Adjustable
3
Sync Bracket
Model 418921
22.2
25.4
31.8
35.0
2
Bontrager Garmin Edge
1030 GPS Computer
Model 21831
Ion Pro RT information, installation,
and special features
Installation
1. Loosen knob and open.
2. Adjust for bar size (31.8mm or 35mm).
3. Close and tighten knob.
4. Slide light onto mount until it locks in place.
NOTE: Use provided shim to fit 25.4 bars.
Removal
5. Press down.
6. Slide light to remove.
Low battery feature
When the battery charge drops below 5% the
light automatically adjusts the output brightness
to 50 lumens. This extends the light output for an
additional 30 minutes.
Locking/Unlocking the mode
Turn on and select the desired mode, then press
and hold the power button 8 seconds to select it.
The light will turn off and the main LED will flash once. To unlock, repeat the
process.
Reset
To reset the light to factory default settings, with the light on, press and hold
the power button for 15 seconds. The main LED will flash once at 8 seconds,
and again at 15 seconds. Release the button after the second flash.
Wireless Communication
The light is shipped with ANT+ and Bluetooth wireless connectivity enabled.
To disable, with the light off, press and hold the power button for 15 seconds.
The main LED will flash once at 8 seconds, and again at 15 seconds. Release
the button after the second flash.
NOTE: The status LED flashes blue every 15 seconds when wireless
is enabled.
Flare RT
Quick Connect 16˚ Bracket for tail light
PN W533846
Mounts to the seatpost or a rack.
Charger Cable PN W327765, (2-wire)
Tail Lights
Rack attachment
Use an 8mm M5 bolt and
washer, PN 537061 with Quick
Connect 16˚ bracket supplied,
or with complete rack mount
kit, PN 552376
Seat Pack Clips
Metal, PN 424905
Plastic, PN W528503
Speed Concept Attachment
Take off the reflector mounting bracket,
PN W327560 and replace the end with the Flare
Round Mounting Kit interface, PN 418932
2.
31.8mm
35mm
1.
4.
3.
6.
5.
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