VEMCO – VR100 Receiver Operating Manual – Page 17
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HARDWARE
3.1 CASE
The VR100 receiver is housed in a strong, sealed, splash-resistant
case, as shown in the photo here. The cover of the case must be
opened to access the receiver’s front panel (see section 3.1.3) with
the LCD display and the soft-touch controls. A gel cell battery is
housed in the case to supply stand-alone power to the receiver.
There are connectors on the right side of the case for the
hydrophone, the USB computer connection, the battery charger, and
audio headphones (see section 3.2.2). The case should always be
latched closed while the receiver is being transported.
The VR100 receiver can be used during a light rain as long as the
hydrophone is connected to the case and the remaining three
protective caps are in place (see section 3.1.2.2). Water should be
wiped from the front panel with a dry cloth before it accumulates.
The USB cable, battery charger, and headphones should only be
used when the receiver is safe from exposure to water.
The case has a pressure relief vent to allow any pressure build-up in the case to release before the case is
opened. This vent is located between the latches on the side of the case, as seen in the photo below. A
manufacture’s tag is attached to the vent and should not be removed. Removing the tag may damage the
vent.
3.1.1 Opening Case
To open the VR100 case, follow the steps below.
1.
Place the case on a stable, flat, horizontal surface so the VR100 label is on the top (facing up).
2.
Lift one of the latches (see photo below) until it is horizontal. The latch will separate slightly as it is
moved, as the right latch shows in the photo below.
3.
Lift the other latch until it is horizontal. Both latches can be raised together.
4.
Lift the lid of the case so it is in the position shown in the photo above.
WARNING
Never remove the receiver’s front panel
from the case or the internal components
could be irrevocably damaged.
There are
no user-serviceable parts inside.
Opening the unit will void your warranty.
Latches and pressure relief vent on VR100
receiver.
