Managing Power
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Managing Power
This chapter describes how to power the receiver, charge the internal batteries, and use an external power source.
Turning On/Off the Receiver
To turn on the receiver, press and hold the power button until the LEDs briefly flash. When the receiver is turned
on, the receiver’s channels initialize and begin tracking all visible satellites at any time and location.
To turn off the receiver, press and hold the power button for more than three and less than 10 seconds (release
the power button when the POWER LED blinks yellow). Allow the receiver to complete the power off cycle
(approximately 30 seconds).
Using External Power Sources
The Net-G5 receiver is designed to draw power from external power sources before drawing power from the
internal backup batteries.
You can connect the receiver to an external power source, such as a vehicle battery, with 9 V to 28 VDC to operate
the receiver. When setting up the receiver, consider the following powering requirements:
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Never use an extension cord for permanent power supply. This setup can create a fire hazard.
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Always use a grounded outlet.
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Use a surge protector to protect connected electronic devices.
See “General Details” on page 42 for more information on external power source requirements to power the
receiver and charge the internal batteries
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Powering the Receiver
The receiver has two power ports. PWR2 will not charge the batters.
To power on the receiver:
1. Connect the power cable to the power supply unit.
2. Connect the SAE connectors on the power adapter cable and power supply unit.
3. Connect the power adapter cable to the PWR port on the receiver’s rear panel.
The receiver will draw a small amount of power from the batteries when it is turned off. If the
receiver is placed in storage for a long period, such as a few months, the batteries may become fully
discharged. You will need to use an external power supply or recharge the batteries before use.
The Linux operating system will cause a brief delay in the powering on and off of the receiver. When
powering off, the Power LED will briefly blink yellow before shutting down.
Power input greater than 28 VDC could damage the receiver.