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Pups
Standard Pups are powered by 6 AA batteries. The battery status
can be checked by quickly pressing and releasing the button.
Any time the batteries are changed on a Pup, it must rejoin the
network. This is done when the unit powers on or by holding the
button for 8 seconds. The LED will rapidly flash green 3 times
when it has joined.
Retrievers
Standard non-solar retrievers are powered by 6 AA batteries. A
solar retriever uses a 6-cell NiMH battery pack. When connected
to a DataScout, the units will share power. If using an AC-DC
adapter or PC direct-connection cable to power the Retriever, it
is recommended that the 6 AA batteries be removed after the
DataScout (or other constant power source) is connected. The
solar panel or AC-DC adapter will keep the attached unit
powered without need of additional batteries. While no immediate
damage will occur if the alkaline batteries are left in, unused
alkaline batteries tend to corrode over time and can damage the
device.
A solar Retriever (3910S) can also be connected to an AC-DC
adapter or PC direct-connection cable. However, the
rechargeable battery pack must remain connected at all times.
Changing batteries in a Pup in the field
The procedure is the same as for adding a new Pup (p. 23).
Changing batteries in Retriever or restarting a system if
Retriever powers off
Simply replace the batteries in the Retriever. The Retriever will
start up in Setup mode (flashing amber) and begin looking for all
the Pups it has previously communicated with. If a new Pup is
being added to the system, it is recommended that the new Pup
be powered up after powering up the Retriever so it meshes
faster. Otherwise, the Pup can be put into setup mode by
pressing the button for 8-10 seconds. In that case, it may take up
to 5 minutes for the Retriever to transition to Setup mode.
Power
