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ADL Vantage/ADL Vantage Pro/ADL Vantage 35
Data/Power cable
The radio is connected to a data source, such as a GNSS receiver, using a data/power
cable (see below). This cable is available with different connectors for attaching to a
large variety of data sources. Contact your sales representative for selecting the best
cable to meet your needs:
Each radio data/power cable also connects the radio (and in some cases, the data
source) to external power through an SAE-type connector. Pacific Crest strongly
recommends you use the external battery, which includes an SAE connector. It is sold
both separately and as part of the battery/charger kits.
Indicator LEDs
LED
Description
Tx
Shows that the radio is broadcasting.
In most GPS RTK applications, the Tx LED flashes approximately once per second.
Pwr
Shows the power status and also provides a high and low external voltage supply indicator.
When lit, power is turned on. If the power is too high or too low, the LEDs will flash
the number of the Error Code (see
page 23
). The PWR LED blinks when the external voltage drops to
a level determined using ADLCONF software. (The default
level is 10 VDC.)
If the PWR LED does not turn on/off when pressing the On/Off button on the radio’s front panel,
inspect the external voltage supply. The minimum voltage required by the radio is 9 VDC.
Rx
Shows that the radio is receiving signals from another radio or from a source of interference.
The default is Signal received, but you can reset the radio so that when its Rx LED flashes it means Data
packets received. You can reset the meaning either through the radio or with the ADLCONF software.
During normal operation, the Rx LED flashes at once per second to show reception of transmissions
from the transmitting radio. If the Rx LED is on continuously, a source of interference may be affecting
the radio’s ability to receive data.
To reduce or eliminate the interference, reposition the antenna, or change to another channel at both
the transmitter and receiver.
Enclosure
The radio enclosure is made from a tough, impact-resistant aluminum alloy. The
enclosure receives an anti-corrosion treatment and is further protected with a
chemical- and scratch-resistant polyurethane coating. Elastomer end caps provide the
first level of shock protection for the internal components. An internal isolation system
reduces the effects of vibration on the radio receiver board.
Data Source Connector
Radio Connector
SAE Power Connector
