Rover-X User Manual Version 1.0
8
Rover-X Operation
Using the Magnetic Switch
The Rover-X beacon is turned
ON and OFF
using a magnet swiped
near an internal magnetic reed switch, and operation can be
identified by viewing the LED through the top of the Rover-X.
To turn on the Rover-X, swipe the magnet along the
SWIPE ON/OFF
HERE
label horizontally until the
GREEN LED
on the top of the device
is shown. The green LED will flash again while the device completes power-up.
The green LED
Note
:
If a new LED sequence begins using the red LED after turning the Rover-X on and the
device beeps repeatedly, this indicates a self-test failure. See the
codes.
To turn the Rover-X
OFF
, repeat the above procedure until the red LED is shown.
At any time, the magnet can be placed against the location of the reed switch
once
to see
which mode the beacon is currently in; green for on, red for off.
Operational Tips
•
It is important to let all LEDs stop illuminating before initiating another action.
•
Cycling power for any reason, for example by using the magnetic switch to turn OFF/ON or
by removing battery power, will initiate the Startup Mode.
•
The beacon requires a good view of the sky for any test. It is necessary that any tests be
done outside of a building, far from potential obstructions.
Installation
When installing the Rover-X there are several factors that can influence performance.
•
The top or bottom of the Rover-X must be pointing toward the sky; white is top.
•
Iridium and especially GPS performance may suffer if large angles of the horizon are
blocked, such as if the Rover-X is next to a wall.
