User's Manual

GETTING TO KNOW MINI

Thanks for purchasing BirdDog Mini. Please take some

time to read this document to allow you to get the most

out of your purchase and familiarize yourself with the

features available in the unit.

Physical connectors

1. LED Indicator

2. 1Gb Ethernet (Power over Ethernet)

3. HDMI Input

4. HDMI Output

5. Audio Headset connector

6. DC Input (5-18v DC)

7. Reset Switch

Powering Mini

Mini is equipped with a sophisticated system allowing

power from various sources:

PoE (Power over Ethernet)

PoE is a convenient way to power Mini as it allows both data

and power to be sent through the same standard Ethernet

cable. To take advantage of PoE, the network switch that

Mini is directly plugged into must support PoE, in either

802.11at or 802.11af standard.

Different network switches are capable of providing

differing amounts of total power to all connected devices.

Mini uses approximately 7 watts in PoE mode.

DC/D-Tap

Located at the side of Mini is a DC connection port. This

power input socket is capable of accepting power in a

range of voltages from 5–18 volts DC. Mini can be powered

by the included AC adaptor or alternatively via the optional

D-Tap cable to power using a D-Tap compatible battery.

Thermal management

Mini has been engineered to be passively cooled, no fans

are required. In order to achieve this the entire enclosure of

Mini is designed to dissipate heat. The main processor is

capable of operating up to 100º C / 212 degrees

Fahrenheit.

Some factors affect how much heat BirdDog will produce,

and it is normal for it to feel warm to the touch.

In extreme circumstances (a hot day/direct hot sun) it is

advised to power Mini via DC or D-Tap as this produces

less heat than PoE.

BirdDog has been tested in extreme environments.