Operating Manual
For detailed Powerpole
®
connector installation tips
see RIGrunner support pages at:
http://www.westmountainradio.com/supportrr
IMPORTANT!!
It is essential that assembly of the
pairs is correct. Follow the Amateur Radio standard
used by the RIGrunner. DO NOT PLUG IN without
verifying that
RED + PLUS and BLACK - MINUS
is
correct.
The far left connector is labeled DCIN with a 40 amp
fuse. Unlike other RIGrunners, the 4007U can only
use the connector marked DCIN for input supply.
Plug in your equipment starting with the highest
power connections to the left and the lower power
drain units to the right. Notice the supplied fuse
ratings next to the connector chosen. Typically
12 volt input amplifiers and 100 watt RF output
transceivers should be first, VHF radios next and
smaller accessories last.
Multiple amplifiers and/or transceivers may be
connected to the RIGrunner. There is a 40 amp
maximum that would be exceeded if trying to
transmit all connected units at once. Most radios
and amplifiers draw less than 3 amps in receive, but
require many more amps in transmit. Therefore, the
limiting factor is total current draw while transmitting.
To determine how many radios may be used to
transmit at one time, consult the radio manual for
power consumption specifications. In the event that
the total current goes over the 40 amp maximum,
a fuse will blow or make an undersized power
supply unhappy. The RIGrunner and any equipment
plugged into the RIGrunner should go unharmed.
Using the proper fuses
The RIGrunner comes supplied with a range of
fuses installed. This assortment should be suitable
for most stations, but can be changed easily. Every
RIGrunner output is safe up to 40 amps, but the
total allowable is also 40 amps.
A fuse
MUST
be in each position in use.
ANY
ATTEMPT TO BYPASS OR SHORT ACROSS
THE FUSES IS DANGEROUS AND VOIDS THE
RIGRUNNER WARRANTY.
Since the maximum
available automotive fuse is 40 amps, the RIGrunner
will be protected as long as any value ATC/ATO
fuse is installed. Choose the correct fuse for your
equipment. Standard ATC/ATO automotive blade
fuses are used. These fuses are available in 10
values ranging from 1 amp to 40 amps.
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