
IDP 800 Terminal Series - Hardware Guide
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1.6.5 Charge Operating Modes
Table 4
Charge Operating Modes
Operating Mode
Description
Discharge
In this mode the terminal is powered by the installed batteries.
The terminal monitors battery voltage and disconnects the battery
from the terminal when the voltage falls below the minimum
allowed for the chemistry installed.
Charger
In Charger mode the terminal charges the installed rechargeable
batteries if the ambient temperature falls within the battery charge
temperature range.
External
(not charging)
The terminal is operating from external power. It never charges a
non-rechargeable battery. Rechargeable batteries are not charged
if the battery is topped up or the battery temperature is out of
range.