RAD-Galaxy User’s Guide
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© 2016 Intrepid Control Systems, Inc.
Version 1.2 - November 28, 2017
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A Tour of RAD-Galaxy Hardware
Let’s now take a quick tour of the RAD-Galaxy. We’ll examine the device from all sides,
showing its external components and explaining what each does. This will help you become
more familiar with the unit so you can more easily set up, configure and use it.
Like many Intrepid products, the RAD-Galaxy is designed so that all of its connectors are
located on its sides, making the device easier to use in cramped quarters. We’ll refer to these
as the
left side
and
right side
of the unit, as oriented when facing the device with its top label
text readable.
Warning:
The RAD-Galaxy is a complex device that does not
contain any user-serviceable parts. Do not attempt to open the
case of the RAD-Galaxy unless specifically instructed to do so by
an Intrepid Control Systems technician, or you risk possible injury
or damage to the unit.
2.1 Case and Overall Design
The RAD-Galaxy is enclosed in a sturdy black-anodized metal case. The device has been
designed and tested for in-vehicle use, and is operational in a temperature range from -40°C to
+85°C. An overall view of the RAD-Galaxy can be seen in Figure 7.
Connectors and ports are often a point of failure with hardware devices. To ensure that the
RAD-Galaxy provides you with years of reliable service, Intrepid has ruggedized the physical
interfaces on the device by using reinforced metal connectors.
To further protect the device against bumps and drops, it has blue rubber bumpers on
both ends. These bumpers are removable, but there is no need to do this under normal
circumstances, and we recommend that you leave them in place.
