![Hexagon NovAtel MarinePak7 User Manual Download Page 21](http://html1.mh-extra.com/html/hexagon/novatel-marinepak7/novatel-marinepak7_user-manual_2128199021.webp)
Chapter 2 MarinePak7 Installation
2.9 Connect Power to the MarinePak7
The MarinePak7 can be powered by a 120/240 VAC mains supply, a 12 to 24 VDC supply or the internal
lithium battery.
The MarinePak7 must always be used with a shielded power cable when the system is not
operating from the internal battery pack.
The MarinePak7 will use the internal battery as a backup power supply if there is an interruption
to the AC or DC power supply.
2.9.1 Connect the MarinePak7 to AC Power Source
To power the MarinePak7 from a 120/240 VAC mains supply, use the 12 VDC power adapter included
with the MarinePak7.
1. Connect the 4 pin LEMO connector of the 12 VDC power adapter to the
DC
connector on the
MarinePak7.
2. Connect the AC power plug on the 12 VDC power adapter to the mains supply.
3. Connect the vessel ground to the ground screw on the back of the MarinePak7.
2.9.2 Connect the MarinePak7 to a DC Power Source
The MarinePak7 can be powered by a DC power source that provides a voltage of 12 to 24 VDC.
1. Connect a cable with a 4 pin LEMO connector on one end to the
DC
connector on the
MarinePak7.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to a DC power source that provides 12 to 24 VDC.
3. Connect the vessel ground to the ground screw on the back of the MarinePak7.
For the pinout of the DC connector, see
An optional DC power cable is available as an accessory. See
on page 120 for
information about this cable.
2.9.3 Power on the MarinePak7
To power on the MarinePak7, press (and release) the power button on the front panel. The MarinePak7
boot process starts and the NovAtel loading screens appear on the display.
2.9.4 Power off the MarinePak7
To power off the MarinePak7, press and release the power button on the front panel. The MarinePak7
shuts down to a zero power state.
The MarinePak7 requires a soft shutdown. Avoid removing all power sources before powering off
the MarinePak7 using the power button.
2.9.5 MarinePak7 Internal Battery
If the MarinePak7 has the optional Inspired Energy 7.2 VDC lithium ion battery pack, the MarinePak7 can
be powered from the internal battery if an AC or DC power source is not available.
MarinePak7 User Manual 2
21