User's Manual

Atlas PT Technical Manual
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12.1 Antenna
A broken antenna can cause severe damage to the GPS transponder. Before use,
verify the antenna is intact. Immediately after turning on, verify that the RSSI at a
nearby base station is strong, poor signal strength indicates a failed antenna and which
must be replaced before resuming operation of the unit.
12.2 Battery
Lithium-Ion battery packs are susceptible to damage on sudden impact, extreme heat or
cold. Do not exceed the specifications laid out in the document or battery failure will
occur.
Batteries must be stored at least 80% charged and should not be stored without
charging for longer than three months.
The radio is equipped to detect many battery failure conditions. If one of these is
detected, the radio LEDs will blink red when charging is attempted. If this occurs, stop
use of the radio immediately and contact your local dealer for repair or disposal
information. Not all battery failures can be detected. If the specifications of the radio are
violated, discontinue use and contact your dealer for repair as above.
To ensure safe and proper operation of your radio, batteries should be replaced after
500 charge-discharge cycles or 30 months of ownership, whichever comes first. The
batteries are not user-replaceable. Contact your dealer for battery replacement pricing
and instructions.
When shipping any potentially damaged batteries, surface-only (non-air) carriers must
be used.
12.3 External Battery Port
The External Battery Port must be cleaned after every use. If not cleaned, dirt build-up
will occur and cause damage to the port. Use a cotton swab or compressed air to
remove any dust and debris immediately following use.
When not in use, the port cover must be in place. Using the radio without the port cover
in place will cause damage to the external battery port.
12.4 Serial I/O Connector
The Serial I/O Connector must be cleaned after every use. If not cleaned, dirt build-up
will occur and cause damage to the port. Use compressed air to blow any dust and
debris out of the connector immediately following use.
When not in use, the connector cover must be in place. Using the radio without the
cover in place will cause damage to the connector.
12.5 Bottom DC Power Port
The Bottom DC Power Port will accumulate dirt, dust and debris during use. Before
charging the unit with the bottom port, it must be cleaned out using a cotton swab and
compressed air.