Apex Digital APXBASE, Installation Manual

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Before attempting to install this product, please read these instructions
carefully and save this guide for future use.
Warning:
Failure to follow all guidelines in this installation manual can result in the damage of components and the system itself which can void the warranty. To ensure
the system’s performance and reliability of components read all of the installation manuals before startin g the installation process.
Overview of Installation
1. Determine the drive-thru type
2. Install the battery charger and begin charging the batteries
3. Install the speaker and microphone
4. Wire pull
5. Install the vehicle detector loops
6. Install the base station
7. Test the system
8. Wiring diagram
9. Troubleshooting
Determine the Drive-Thru Type
This system has the capability to configure to the following configurations-
• A Single Drive-Thru is the most common configuration. It is made up of one lane of traffic
with one order point and one or more drive-thru windows.
• A Tandem Drive-Thru is made up of one lane of traffic with two order points in which one
is in front of the other and one or more drive-thru windows.
• A Dual Lane Drive-Thru consists of two separate lanes each with its own order point that
leads into a merge or separate windows.
Installing the Battery Charger
1. Select a placement location that is easy to reach and out of the way.
2. Connect the power supply to the charger and then to the wall outlet.
3. Insert the battery in each open slot on the charger and check for LED indicator light on the charger.
4. Charge the batteries until they are fully charged indicated by the LED turning green.
Pull Cable
New Cat 5 cable and a separate two-wire cable must be pulled through the conduit and inside to the location
of the base. You must use the provided cables that came with the system. Using any other cables may cause
issues with the audio itself and possibly void the system warranty.