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Vortex8 User Manual
Version 1.0
8. Power
8.1 Running from Batteries
The Vortex8 can be run directly from a 48V regulated DC battery source with no additional hardware required. The fixture is
also able to hot-swap between AC and DC power sources and is capable of running at 100% brightness while being powered
by a battery. The battery must have sufficient capacity to continuously power the fixture with a current draw of 13.5A.
The green battery icon will display in the status bar
when the unit is being powered via a battery source.
The table below shows power requirements when running at maximum brightness.
Battery Amp-Hour ratings should be chosen accordingly.
Part Number
Wattage
Current Draw @ 48V
CSV-8 Vortex8
650W
13.5A
Do not exceed 50v otherwise your Vortex8 may be damaged.
