Convoy S2+ Desert Tan Available Now!

[djozz]

@MascaratumB,
Also you may read this post about heating up the S2+ at 2.75A, your hands are the first to worry about, and long after that the led and electronics

How hot does an S2+ get at 2.75A? Comparing an anodised Convoy S2+ with a fluorescent yellow powdercoated Convoy S2+

Not long ago James from 3tronics (his small UK-based flashlight/parts company) launched the idea on BLF of offering fluorescent yellow powdercoated S2+ hosts for sale ( https://budgetlightforum.com/t/-/72767 ). He did not ask much money for it, it was just something new that he wanted to try out. It sounded like a neat idea but also the question was asked to what extent the coating would inhibit the heatshedding capabilities of the flashlight. That concern was fair enough, but then the discussi…

That is a very nice building, it looked fifties style in your picture and yes it appears to be from 1954.

[MascaratumB]

Thanks for the test djozz! I’ve already seen the post, but only now I read it carefully!

Eheh, I guess I’ll never have to worry about a Convoy getting hot as much as I got worried when I put a battery in inverted position in my Manker E11 (that has no reverse polarity protection)!
That, ladies and gentlemen, was HOT :disappointed:
Only accidentally would I leave a S2+ ON for a long time, and it wouldn’t be in my hands for sure ! That’s one of the reasons why I like these flashlights, I know I can trust them! And my use of them, of course

About the dome, it has been one of our city ex-libris (just like Amsterdam’s arc of “Homo sapiens non urinat in ventum”)!
It needs some restoration, but it has been hard to make them happen… Still, it is a great building with a very pleasant view from it gardens, towards the city and the sea!

[Pete7874]

@MascaratumB

As I said before, I took the three S2+ for a night walk.

Thanks very much for doing this. Very helpful.

This new S2+ DT is tempting.

[MascaratumB]

@Pete7874

@MascaratumB

As I said before, I took the three S2+ for a night walk.

Thanks very much for doing this. Very helpful.

This new S2+ DT is tempting.

Glad it did :+1:

[18pcs]

Got the delivery of the S2+ today. I would be obliged if someone could suggest simplest way to program just one mode - 100%. Thanks

[MascaratumB]

Take a look here

New Convoy C8 – Clearly better

Here is the UI description for the new Biscotti firmware written for Convoy by ToyKeeper: Note: You will see “tap” used in these instructions. Tap = a half press of the button. The switch does not “click” with a tap. While off: Fully click and release to turn the light on. It will go to the first mode or the last-used mode, depending on whether you enabled mode memory. While on: Short tap: Do a short (less than 0.5s) half-press to go forward to the next mode. Long tap: Do a long (longer t…

Just follow the instructions, it is really easy :+1:

[djozz]

@18pcs

Got the delivery of the S2+ today. I would be obliged if someone could suggest simplest way to program just one mode - 100%. Thanks

Mode group 12 is 100% only.

The actions: switch flashlight on and half-press the switch more than 10 times until the flashlight stops giving light, wait for first ‘buzz’ and click flashlight off. Click flashlight on again, after 12 blinks switch flashlight off. Now it should be 100% only.

[J-Dub74]

@18pcs

Got the delivery of the S2+ today. I would be obliged if someone could suggest simplest way to program just one mode - 100%. Thanks

With the light on tap the switch button repeatedly until it stops flashing.

When the first flickering “buzz” happens tap the switch again. This puts it into config mode. It will start counting. One flash then a pause, two flashes then a pause, three flashes then a pause, etc. all the way up until it counts out 12 flashes. Click the light off during the pause after 12 flashes. When you turn your light back on again it should be in mode group #12 which is simple on-off. Hope that helps. It takes a few tries to get used to doing it but it’s much easier once you get the hang of it.

Edit
Dang it! Jos beat me to it.

Edit Edit
How cool is to belong to a forum where people race to be the first to jump in and help another member? :+1:

[djozz]

So who gave the best description ?

[18pcs]

@J-Dub74

@18pcs

Got the delivery of the S2+ today. I would be obliged if someone could suggest simplest way to program just one mode - 100%. Thanks

With the light on tap the switch button repeatedly until it stops flashing.

When the first flickering “buzz” happens tap the switch again. This puts it into config mode. It will start counting. One flash then a pause, two flashes then a pause, three flashes then a pause, etc. all the way up until it counts out 12 flashes. Click the light off during the pause after 12 flashes. When you turn your light back on again it should be in mode group #12 which is simple on-off. Hope that helps. It takes a few tries to get used to doing it but it’s much easier once you get the hang of it.

Edit
Dang it! Jos beat me to it.

Edit Edit
How cool is to belong to a forum where people race to be the first to jump in and help another member? :+1:

Thanks a million. It worked at the first attempt. Although I really don’t know what I did, but got the desired setting, so don’t care. Thank you Jos and I am also really grateful to everyone on this wonderful forum. It indeed is a privilege to be a part of this family. Thanks again.

[angerdan]

@djozz

So who gave the best description ?

I guess the full-quote with the third picture within one hour

[Pete7874]

@angerdan

@djozz

So who gave the best description ?

I guess the full-quote with the third picture within one hour

Sometimes you need to read the same thing three times before you get it.

[Silver_Man]

I have a question, can i use two RCR123A in this flashlight instead of one 18650? I mean in this discussed tan s2+ version with new firmware?

[BobbyMK]

Short answer, NO. It will kill the led and the driver in an instant.

You can however buy 17mm buck driver and mod the light, but that usually means no biscotti or any other BLF developed firmware.

[Silver_Man]

I have just some of 123 - so it is not the problem Will not use them for sure

[MascaratumB]

@Persechini

[…] I tried using sandpaper to smooth the inside rim of the clip, but that doesn’t help a lot, and bending it wider it’s easy to overshoot the correct size. Ultimately, I don’t think snap-on clips can be used without doing some damage on the short run. My first S2+ I used with the same type of clip, it fit more snugly, but it just took a few more turns to the scratches to start showing.[…]

&

@keltex78

Regarding the clip:
I had the same scratching issue with the clip on my S2 (non +) but it’s not a big deal since I have no need to remove the clip. I find the clip to be an excellent fit and like it as it is, especially as I pocket carry with a clip, almost exclusively. The Convoy clip works well for me!

I tried heatshrink tube today on the clip in another light mod and it worked!
I also used in the S2+ tan and works fine, doesn’t leave the scratches it once did

I just remembered what we talked about before and wanted to share!

[Persechini]

@MascaratumB

Cool!

[Silver_Man]

Just receive my parcel, the flashlight is gorgeous This is my second Convoy S2+
But what does BATTERY CHECK mode means? It just blinks 3 short times, then again and again - and nothing more.

[eggmang]

@Silver Man

Just receive my parcel, the flashlight is gorgeous This is my second Convoy S2+
But what does BATTERY CHECK mode means? It just blinks 3 short times, then again and again - and nothing more.

The number of flashes indicates battery charge level I believe.

4 flashes = highest charge level (close to or full battery)
3 ”
2 ”
1 flash = lowest charge level (low battery)

I am not sure which actual battery voltage values the number of blinks correspond to but I hope this helps in some way :+1:

[Silver_Man]

I was thinking it will give voltage information as in Nitecore for example. Ok.

BTW i rewrite the programming guide to add more structure to it (IMHO), so you can check it