User Manual

Powering Matrox MXO2

This section describes how to supply power to your MXO2 system.

Matrox MXO2 and MXO2 LE

You can power MXO2 and MXO2 LE using an AC outlet via the Matrox external

power supply and a power cord, or using a battery. MXO2 and MXO2 LE feature a

power button that you can use to manually turn the unit on and off. To turn your

MXO2/MXO2 LE on, press the power button. Press and hold the power button for at

least two seconds to turn off the unit.

¡ Important When MXO2/MXO2 LE is connected to a computer that is running, do

not disconnect the unit from its power source, or power it off. Shut down your

computer before removing power from MXO2/MXO2 LE. If using a battery to power

MXO2/MXO2 LE, ensure that the battery is sufficiently charged.

Battery requirements and guidelines

As an alternative to using an AC outlet, you can use a battery to power Matrox MXO2

or MXO2 LE. To avoid damage to your MXO2 system and peripheral devices when

using a battery, please observe the following requirements and guidelines.

• Use a standard self-protected (fused) battery with a nominal voltage of 12V,

13.2V, or 14.4V. A higher-voltage battery will damage your MXO2 system.

• Disconnect the battery when not in use. Do not leave the unit connected to the

battery when not in use as this may damage your MXO2 system and/or battery.

• Do not power your MXO2 system using your vehicle’s battery via the power

socket.

²Caution To avoid damage to your MXO2 system and peripheral devices, use a

Matrox-recommended battery. For a list of batteries recommended for use with your

MXO2 system, visit the Matrox MXO2 Support section of our website at