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Enrange CHTX Transmitter Instruction Manual
December 2017
Page 43 of 47
7 Optional CAN Bus Tether Feature
The CHTX transmitter can be ordered with an optional CAN bus tether feature. This feature allows for the
operation of the transmitter as a wired transmitter with no wireless radio transmission. If the CHTX
transmitter was ordered with the CAN bus tether feature, this section applies to features and operation of
the transmitter in tether mode.
7.1 Installation of Tether Cable
The tether cable is attached to the CAN connector on the transmitter by lining up the alignment groove and
inserting the plug into the CAN connector receptacle. Twist the locking ring on the CAN plug clockwise to
tighten it and prevent accidental disengagement.
7.2 Operation of Transmitter in Tether Mode
With the tether cable attached, turn on the transmitter following the start-up sequence as outlined in
Section 3.3 on page 18
.
During the start-up sequence, the transmitter will automatically recognize that the tether cable is attached
and communicating and will switch into tether mode. Tether mode turns off the wireless transmitter and
sends all command signals through the tether cable.
If the transmitter has the optional graphic user interface screen installed, visual verification of the
transmitter being in tether mode can be seen on the screen.
NOTE:
The transmitter must go through the start-up initialization sequence with the tether cable
attached to activate tether mode.
All controls on the transmitter will operate in the same way, regardless of whether the transmitter is in
tether mode or wireless mode.
NOTE:
While the tether cable provides power to the transmitter when connected, it will not
recharge batteries in the transmitter. To recharge batteries, use only the Magnetek-approved
chargers for the appropriate battery pack.
7.3 Returning Transmitter to Wireless Mode
To return the transmitter to wireless mode, power down the unit and disconnect the tether cable. Following
the start-up sequence from
Section 3.3 on page 18
, restart the transmitter. The transmitter will
automatically sense that it is no longer connected to the tether cable and will start the unit in its normal
wireless mode.