Visual and audible reference
Controller Lights and Sounds
Find the light or sound you recognize, then check what it means and what to do. The lift-status light shows movement and warnings. The separate wireless light shows the app and Wi-Fi connection. Match both the color and the pattern, and read any message in Atlantis Boater.
Primary status
In normal operation, blue means Manual and green means Auto. A blinking light means UP; a gently brightening and dimming light means DOWN. Warnings and setup steps use other patterns. “Breathing” in the tables means gradually brightening and dimming.
Lift-status light
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| Light pattern | Meaning | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| White breathing (2-second cycle) | Controller starting up | The controller is starting. Wait about two seconds for the normal status light. |
| Blue or green preset flash ×1 | Preset 1 started | One flash confirms movement toward Preset 1 has started. Blue means Manual; green means Auto. |
| Blue or green preset flash ×2 | Preset 2 started | Two flashes confirm movement toward Preset 2 has started. Blue means Manual; green means Auto. |
| Solid blue | Manual mode ready | The lift is stopped. Hold a movement control to move it; release to stop. |
| Solid green | Auto mode ready | The lift is stopped with Auto enabled. Make sure its path is clear before starting. |
| Blue or green blinking | Moving UP | The lift is moving up. Blue means Manual; green means Auto. Keep the lift in sight. |
| Blue or green breathing | Moving DOWN | The lift is moving down. Blue means Manual; green means Auto. Keep the lift in sight. |
| Solid teal | Travel stop reached | The lift has reached a travel stop. Check its position before moving in the opposite direction. |
| Alternating white/orange (1-second cycle) | Position reference setup required | The Atlantis Position Sensor (APS 2.0) needs setup. Ask your installer to finish setup before using Auto. |
| Cyan slow breathing (2.4-second cycle) | Service menu open in the controller cabinet | The installer has opened the service menu. This does not prevent movement; keep clear of the lift. |
| Green blinking (0.2-second cycle) | Position reference verified | The installer has saved Hardware Zero, the top reference point. Saved stops and presets have been cleared. Both stops must be set again before using Auto. |
| Alternating green/orange (1-second cycle) | Upper stop setup required | Ask your installer to set and check the upper travel stop before using Auto. |
| Alternating blue/orange (1-second cycle) | Lower stop setup required | Ask your installer to set and check the lower travel stop before using Auto. |
| Alternating blue/green (1-second cycle) | Travel stops are in the wrong order | Leave Auto off and ask your installer to correct the upper and lower stops. |
| Alternating orange/red (1-second cycle) | APS offline | The position sensor is not responding. Leave the lift stopped and contact your installer. |
| Alternating orange/red (2-second cycle) | Position readings have stopped | Leave the lift stopped and contact your installer. The controller cannot confirm its current position. |
| Alternating orange/white (0.4-second cycle) | Waiting for the first position reading | Wait with the lift stopped. Contact your installer if the light does not change. |
| Alternating orange/red (0.2-second cycle) | Position unsure | Leave the lift stopped and contact your installer. Do not reset or recalibrate it yourself. |
| Alternating magenta/red (0.2-second cycle) | Position out of bounds | The reported position is outside the allowed travel range. Leave the lift stopped and contact your installer. |
| Solid red | APS Direction Lock | The position sensor readings did not match the requested direction. Leave the lift stopped and arrange qualified service. |
| Alternating cyan/red (0.2-second cycle) | Physical limit-switch circuit fault | The controller cannot confirm that the stop switches are working. Movement is blocked in both directions. Ask your installer to check the switches and wiring. |
| Double red | Movement timeout | The lift ran longer than allowed. Release the control and arrange service before trying again. |
| Double orange | Motor stall | The position sensor did not detect the expected movement. Leave the lift stopped and arrange service. |
| Alternating white/red (0.16-second cycle) | Controller memory fault | Leave the lift out of service and contact your dealer or Atlantis Support. |
| Alternating magenta/white (0.16-second cycle) | Direction safety check failed | Leave the lift out of service and contact your dealer or Atlantis Support. |
| Red breathing (2-second cycle) | Controller power is low | Stop movement and have a qualified technician check the power supply. |
| Alternating red/white (1-second cycle) | Controller power is too low to move | Movement is blocked. Have a qualified technician check the power supply. |
| Double yellow (2.4-second cycle) | Shore power low warning | Stop using the lift and have a qualified technician check the electrical supply. |
| Alternating red/orange (0.6-second cycle) | Shore power is too low to move | Movement and cabinet service controls are blocked. Have a qualified technician check the electrical supply. |
| Yellow breathing (2-second cycle) | Key OFF | Turn the key ON when you are ready and authorized to use the lift. Key OFF does not disconnect electrical power. |
| Green breathing (2-second cycle) | Key turned ON | The key has just been turned on. This lasts about two seconds while the lift is stopped. |
| Rapid red blink, then solid amber | Key turned OFF during movement | The lift has stopped. Release all controls. Key OFF does not disconnect electrical power. |
| Purple breathing (2.6-second cycle) | Dealer or account restriction | Check the app message and contact your dealer or marina about the restriction. |
| Orange tick every 3 seconds | App connection unavailable | A brief orange flash appears about every three seconds over the normal stopped light. Check the connection in the app. |
| Alternating blue/white (1-second cycle) | Controller busy | Release the control and wait for the current action to finish. |
| Alternating green/yellow (1-second cycle) | Auto required | This action needs Auto. Use Auto only after the installer has finished setup and the lift is clear. |
| Alternating green/red (1-second cycle) | Auto unavailable | Read the app message for the reason. Do not bypass a safety warning. |
| Alternating cyan/yellow (1-second cycle) | Automatic operation requested without configured stops | Auto needs a working stopping system. Until your installer completes setup, use only held manual controls and release to stop. |
| Alternating blue/green (0.24-second cycle) | Direction-change request refused | Release the control and wait for the lift to stop before changing direction. |
| Double green-teal (1.6-second cycle) | Already at the requested stop | No travel is needed in that direction. |
| Alternating teal/red (1-second cycle) | Travel blocked by a stop | Do not try to move past the stop. Read the app message. |
| Alternating magenta/yellow (1-second cycle) | APS required | This action needs a working Atlantis Position Sensor (APS 2.0). Ask your installer to check the setup. |
| Alternating purple/white (1-second cycle) | Preset unavailable | The requested preset is not ready to use. Ask your installer to check the preset and travel stops. |
| Alternating blue/magenta (1-second cycle) | Requested position invalid | Choose a position within the saved travel stops. |
| Alternating blue/cyan (1-second cycle) | Lift still coasting | Release all controls and wait for the lift to stop completely. |
| Alternating yellow/cyan (0.4-second cycle) | Release movement controls | Release all movement controls before continuing. |
| Alternating white/cyan (1.6-second cycle) | Waiting for a stable stop | Keep the lift still while the controller checks its position. |
| Alternating yellow/red (0.4-second cycle) | Key verification failed | Leave the lift stopped and ask your installer to check the key switch. |
| Alternating magenta/cyan (1-second cycle) | Select a setting first | During service, select the setting before pressing C to save it. |
| Alternating white/blue (0.4-second cycle) | Update needs installer assistance | Contact your installer for help with this update. |
| Alternating yellow/white (0.4-second cycle) | Key switch needs service | Leave the lift stopped and ask your installer to check the key switch and power supply. |
| Alternating white/magenta (0.4-second cycle) | Position reference save failed | Leave Auto off and ask your installer to check why Hardware Zero could not be saved. |
| Rainbow sweep (3-second cycle) | App Bridge update in progress | The Bluetooth and Wi-Fi part is updating. Keep power connected and wait for the app to confirm the result. |
| Ten red flashes | Update did not complete | Ten red flashes last about five seconds. Check the app result and contact Support if the update failed. |
| No light | Power may be off, or a controller may be updating | Check the app for an update in progress. If there is no update, check the accessible power switch or breaker. Do not open the enclosure. |
With physical limit switches, the app may report Wrong Direction — Stopped. This is separate from the persistent APS Direction Lock. Leave the lift stopped and follow the direction warning guide.
Wireless/app light
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| Light pattern | Meaning and next step |
|---|---|
| White setup blink | Setup is ready. Follow the instructions in Atlantis Boater. |
| Alternating blue/white (0.2-second cycle) | The controller received a setup request. Follow the app instructions. |
| Green or cyan setup blink | A connection step completed. Cyan means remote app access is still getting ready. |
| Green or cyan then white (1.5-second cycle) | A setup step finished. Wait for the app to confirm that the connection is ready. |
| White breathing | The controller is ready to be added to an account. Open Atlantis Boater to begin setup. |
| Cyan breathing | The controller is linked to an account, but remote app access is not ready. Connect nearby through Bluetooth and check the app status. |
| Yellow breathing | A Wi-Fi network is saved, but it is not connected. Check that the router is on and the network reaches the dock. |
| Blue fast blink | The controller is searching for Wi-Fi or processing a setup step. Wait for the app result. |
| Blue breathing | The controller is connecting to Wi-Fi. Wait for the app result. |
| Purple triple flash | The Wi-Fi name and password were saved. Wait for the connection result in the app. |
| Cyan flash | The controller has synchronized its clock. Check the app for connection status. |
| Alternating cyan/white (1-second cycle) | The controller is finishing a connection, reset, or update. Wait for the app result. Contact Support if it does not finish. |
| Alternating blue/cyan (1-second cycle) | The controller is connecting to the remote app service. Wait for the connection result. |
| Orange double blink | The controller is retrying the remote app connection. Check that the dock Wi-Fi has internet access. |
| Alternating red/white (1-second cycle) | The app connection module cannot reach the lift controller. Contact your installer if this continues. |
| Alternating amber/white (0.5-second cycle) | The controller could not finish account setup. Read the app message and contact Support if the problem continues. |
| Solid green | Remote app access is ready and the Wi-Fi signal is strong. |
| Green breathing | Remote app access is ready, but the Wi-Fi signal is weaker. |
| Orange slow blink | Remote app access is ready, but the Wi-Fi signal is very weak. Improve Wi-Fi coverage at the dock. |
| Red double blink | The Wi-Fi connection failed. Check the network name and password in the app. |
| Red slow blink | Wi-Fi disconnected. Check the router and Wi-Fi coverage at the dock. |
| Solid red | Bluetooth setup is locked after repeated failed attempts. Use the five-second APP-button action described in the Wi-Fi setup guide. |
| Magenta ×1 | The five-second APP hold cleared the Bluetooth setup lockout. Release the button. The controller stays linked to its current account. |
| Magenta ×2 | The APP button has been held for ten seconds. Release it unless you are following the reset procedure. |
| Magenta ×3 | A marina reset is ready for confirmation after a 60-second APP hold. Nothing has reset yet. Follow the marina reset procedure. |
| Solid magenta | A reset is in progress. This light lasts five seconds; it is not the five-second APP unlock action. Wait for the final app result. A marina reset finishes with the success melody. |
| Alternating red/magenta (1-second cycle) | Setup failed. Read the app error and correct the cause before trying again. |
| Rainbow sweep (3-second cycle) | The Lift Controller is updating. Its lift-status light may go dark during installation. Keep power connected and wait for the app result. |
| Ten red flashes | The update did not complete. Check the app result and contact Support if needed. |
A connection warning may affect app access while the dock controls still work. Keep the lift in sight whenever it moves. For APP-button instructions, follow the Wi-Fi setup APP-button guide before holding the button.
One magenta blink after a five-second APP hold clears the Bluetooth setup lockout. The controller stays linked to its current account.
Firmware update lights and sounds
Watch the light listed below for the part named in Atlantis Boater. Keep the lift stopped and power connected until the app confirms the update result. See the firmware update instructions and app screens.
Light previews running
| Light pattern | Where to look | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Rainbow sweep (3-second cycle) | Lift-status light | App Bridge update: the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi part is updating. The app connection may briefly drop when it restarts. |
| Rainbow sweep (3-second cycle) | Wireless/app light | Lift Controller update: the part that controls lift movement is updating. The lift-status light may go dark during installation. |
| Ten red flashes | Both lights can show this | An update did not complete. The flashes last about five seconds, then the normal light pattern returns. Read the app result and contact Support if needed. |
Safety or setup warnings can replace the update pattern. A light returning to normal does not confirm that the update succeeded; check the app.
Update tones
| Sound | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Firmware update starting | Two rising notes announce the start of a Lift Controller or App Bridge update. Keep power connected. |
| Firmware update completed | Four rising notes mean the updated part has restarted and passed its startup check. Confirm the update result in Atlantis Boater. |
Tap a speaker to hear a controller sound preview.
Select a speaker to hear a sample. The notes match the controller; the sound may differ on your phone or computer. Wait for the app result even if you do not hear a tone.
For qualified installers
Service-mode light guide
These patterns help identify settings and checks made with the cabinet service buttons. Match the color and the way it flashes before pressing C to confirm. Movement and fault lights can replace a setup pattern. Stop and read the app message if the pattern does not match the step you are performing. Use these tables alongside the service-mode guide.
Settings and travel stops
Light previews running
| Light pattern | Meaning | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Cyan fast pulse | Hold SET | Keep holding SET until service mode opens, then release. |
| Cyan slow breathing | Service menu idle | Select the setting or check you need. |
| Magenta slow blink | LIMIT: Atlantis Position Sensor (APS 2.0) | Press C to save only if the lift uses APS 2.0. |
| Cyan slow blink | LIMIT: Physical limit switches | Press C to save only if physical switches stop the lift at the top and bottom. |
| Red slow blink (service setting) | LIMIT: Limits Off | For installations designed for held manual control without travel stops. C saves this choice and turns Auto off. Do not use it to bypass a faulty stopping system. |
| White heartbeat | Hardware Zero (top reference): waiting | Position the lift using a held movement control. Release the control and wait for the ready light before pressing C. |
| Alternating white/cyan | Hardware Zero ready | The lift is stopped and the reading is steady. Press C only at the correct top reference point. |
| Alternating white/orange | Hardware Zero: sensor unavailable | Stop the procedure and check the sensor connection. |
| Green heartbeat | Upper stop: waiting | Position the lift using a held movement control. Release the control and wait for the ready light before pressing C. |
| Blue or green blinking | Setting a stop: moving UP | The light shows movement until the lift stops. Keep the lift in sight. |
| Blue or green breathing | Setting a stop: moving DOWN | The light shows movement until the lift stops. Keep the lift in sight. |
| Alternating green/white | Upper stop: ready | The lift is stopped and the reading is steady. Press C only at the intended upper stop. |
| Alternating green/orange | Upper stop: sensor unavailable | Stop the procedure and check the sensor connection. |
| Blue heartbeat | Lower stop: waiting | Position the lift using a held movement control. Release the control and wait for the ready light before pressing C. |
| Alternating blue/white | Lower stop: ready | The lift is stopped and the reading is steady. Press C only at the intended lower stop. |
| Alternating blue/orange | Lower stop: sensor unavailable | Stop the procedure and check the sensor connection. |
| Green fast breathing | KEY detection on | Press C to save. The controller will monitor the key switch. |
| Red fast breathing | KEY detection off | Use only for an installation designed without a monitored key switch. Do not use this setting to bypass a faulty key. |
| Yellow fast breathing | KEY: check both positions | Press C to begin the check, then follow the light prompts. This check does not change the key settings. |
| Solid cyan | 120 VAC selected | Verify the supply voltage before pressing C to save. |
| Solid orange | 240 VAC selected | Verify the supply voltage before pressing C to save. |
| Teal fast pulse | Movement-timeout test selected | Check that both travel stops work before pressing C to begin the test. |
Setup checks and results
Three green flashes confirm that the position sensor is answering. Finish Hardware Zero, both travel stops, and direction checks before using Auto.
Light previews running
| Light pattern | Meaning | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Cyan triple pulse | Service mode closed | A falling chirp confirms exit. The light returns to the current lift status. |
| Solid green | Setting saved or check passed | Read the app message to see which setting or check completed. APS connection uses the three green flashes below. |
| Three quick green flashes | APS sensor is answering | The sensor connection is working. Finish Hardware Zero, travel-stop, and direction checks before using Auto. |
| Alternating orange/red (1-second cycle) | APS setting saved; sensor is not answering | The APS setting was saved, but the sensor is not responding. Leave the lift stopped and check the sensor connection. |
| Alternating orange/white (0.4-second cycle) | Checking the APS sensor | Wait with the lift stopped. If the light does not change, check the sensor connection. |
| Alternating orange/red (2-second cycle) | APS readings have stopped updating | Leave the lift stopped and check the sensor connection before continuing setup. |
| Alternating yellow/red (0.4-second cycle) | KEY verification failed or canceled | A low tone confirms the check did not finish. Read the app message before trying again. |
| Alternating red/white | Saved setting could not be confirmed | Leave the lift stopped and contact Atlantis Support. |
| Orange fast pulse | Movement-timeout test: warning | Stay at the controls through all three warning tones. |
| Yellow heartbeat | Movement-timeout test: waiting | Release all controls and wait for the lift to stop. |
| Blue fast pulse | Movement-timeout test: move to lower stop | Use a normal held DOWN control to reach the lower stop. |
| Green fast pulse | Movement-timeout test: ready to go UP | Release the controls, then press UP from the lower stop to begin the test. |
| Blue or green blinking | Movement-timeout test: moving UP | Keep the lift in sight for the entire trip. |
| Alternating teal/red | Movement-timeout test: paused | Read the app message before trying again. |
| Alternating orange/cyan | Movement-timeout test: canceled | Correct the cause shown in the app before restarting the test. |
| Red triple pulse | Movement-timeout test: failed | Leave the lift stopped. Record the app message before trying again. |
| Cyan fast breathing | KEY: hold first position | Keep the key in its current position. |
| Yellow fast pulse | KEY: change position | Turn the key to the other position and leave it there. |
| Magenta fast breathing | KEY: hold second position | Keep the key still while the check finishes. |
| Alternating magenta/orange | Service-button conflict | Release all service buttons. Follow the procedure for the action you need. |
| Orange fast breathing | Selection expired | Select the setting again and check the light before pressing C. |
| Alternating red/orange | Service button stuck | Release all service buttons. Panel actions remain blocked until every button is released. Arrange repair if a button stays stuck. |
| Alternating green/cyan | Service button recovered | Check that every service button is released before continuing. |
Direction-lock recovery
Light previews running
| Light pattern | Meaning | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Alternating magenta/white (0.16-second cycle) | Direction safety check failed | Leave the lift stopped and contact Atlantis Support. A direction check cannot fix this fault. |
| Solid red | Direction lock while stopped | Auto and presets are blocked. During service, held Manual travel is limited to five seconds at a time. Release the control and wait at least one second before the next move. |
| Red blinking (1.4-second cycle) | Limited held UP travel | Release to stop. Check which direction the lift actually moves and keep the whole lift in sight. |
| Red slow breathing (2.4-second cycle) | Limited held DOWN travel | Release to stop. The direction lock is still active. |
| Alternating cyan/red (0.3-second cycle) | Entering local direction service | Hold SET until service mode opens, then release. |
| Alternating red/magenta (0.3-second cycle) | Service-button conflict | Release all service buttons. |
| Red fast pulse | Selection expired | Select the direction the lift actually moved again before pressing C. |
| Alternating red/orange (0.3-second cycle) | Service button stuck | Release all service buttons. Panel actions remain blocked until every button is released. |
| Red direction heartbeat | Waiting for the observed direction | Select the direction the lift actually moved during the last test move. |
| Green slow breathing (2.4-second cycle) | Lift moved UP: selected | Wait for the lift to stop, then press C to check this result. |
| Blue slow breathing (2.4-second cycle) | Lift moved DOWN: selected | Wait for the lift to stop, then press C to check this result. |
| Alternating magenta/red (1-second cycle) | Position-direction correction pending | Follow the direction-recovery guide. C applies the verified sensor correction; it does not start a test move. |
| Alternating yellow/red (1-second cycle) | Motor wiring repair required | A qualified technician must disconnect power and correct motor direction before returning to confirm the repair with C. |
| Solid green | Direction correction completed | The direction lock has cleared. Finish setup and check safe travel in both directions. |
| Red → white → red | New direction mismatch, or a refused direction action | The direction lock remains active. Leave the lift stopped and read the app message before continuing. |
A green light means the direction lock cleared only when the direction-correction step has passed. Confirm the result in the app and check safe travel before returning the lift to use. Electrical work requires a qualified technician and disconnected power. Follow the direction-mismatch procedure for the complete steps.
Audible status
Common sounds
| Sound | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Preset 1 started | One high beep confirms movement toward Preset 1 has started. |
| Preset 2 started | Two high beeps confirm movement toward Preset 2 has started. |
| Service selection expired | Two low beeps mean a service selection expired or was canceled. Select the setting again before pressing C. |
| Startup melody | The controller has powered on. |
| Success melody | A target was reached or a setup action completed. Check the app to see which action finished. |
| Warning melody | A safety warning needs attention. Check the light and app message. |
| Movement refused | The lift did not accept the movement command. Read the app message before trying again. |
| Direction siren | APS Direction Lock and Wrong Direction — Stopped can both sound this warning. Read the app message, leave the lift stopped, and arrange qualified service. |
| Wiring repair warning | The direction check found that motor wiring needs repair. A qualified technician must correct it. |
| Position warning during movement | The controller cannot confirm a safe position during movement. Stop and contact your installer. |
| Service entry chirp | The cabinet service menu opened. |
| Service exit chirp | The cabinet service menu closed. |
| Selection blip | A service setting was selected. Check the light before saving it. |
| Short save confirmation | A service setting was saved and checked. |
| Timeout warning tones | Three warning tones announce the movement-timeout test. Stay at the controls. |
| Falling warning tones | A direction, movement-test, or account warning needs attention. Read the app message. |
| Low refusal tone | A cabinet service action was refused or canceled. Read the app message. |
| Short beeps during movement | The lift is moving. These optional beeps sound about once per second. |
| Setup ready | Setup is ready. Follow the app instructions. |
| Setup acknowledged | The controller received the setup request. |
| Setup working | Setup is in progress. Wait for the app result. |
| Setup connected | A connection step completed. Wait for the app to confirm remote access is ready. |
| Wi-Fi saved | The Wi-Fi name and password were saved. Wait for the connection result in the app. |
| Setup failed | Setup or the Wi-Fi connection failed. Read the app error. |
| Setup lockout | Bluetooth setup locked after repeated failed attempts. Follow the Wi-Fi setup guide. |
| APP unlock chirp | The APP-button lockout was cleared, or a marina reset is ready for confirmation. This sound does not mean a reset has finished. |
| Wireless reset melody | A controller reset was requested. Wait for the final result in the app. |
| Auto on | Auto was turned on. |
| Auto off | Auto was turned off. |
| Auxiliary on | An auxiliary output, such as dock lighting, was turned on. |
| Auxiliary off | An auxiliary output, such as dock lighting, was turned off. |
Tap a speaker to hear a controller sound preview.
Sound previews play at a reduced volume and may sound different on your speakers. Turning off movement beeps does not silence safety and setup sounds. Light examples repeat so you can recognize them; some patterns appear only briefly on the controller.
Stop and get help
When to stop using the lift
Stop movement and contact your dealer or Atlantis Support if a red or repeating warning returns, the app reports a safety fault, or the lift moves in the wrong direction. Also request service if STOP does not stop movement, or if the lift keeps moving after you release UP or DOWN in Manual mode. With AUTO on, releasing the button does not stop travel; press STOP. Send a photo or short video of the light and include the controller serial number.
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