Enrange Mini-MBT Instruction Manual
June 2015
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7. OPTIONAL CAN BUS TETHER FEATURE
The Mini-MBT 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 Mini-
MBT 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 down and prevent accidental disengagement.
7.2 OPERATION OF TRANSMITTER IN TETHER MODE
With the tether cable attached, turn on the transmitter following the startup sequence as outlined in
Section 3.2.
During the startup sequence the transmitter will automatically recognize that the tether cable is attached
and communicating and 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 observed on the screen.
NOTE: The transmitter must go through the startup initialization sequence with the tether cable attached
to activate tether mode.
All controls on the transmitter will function the same 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, you must only use 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 startup sequence from Section 3.2, restart the transmitter. The transmitter will automatically
sense that it is no longer connected to the tether cable and start the unit in its normal wireless mode.
