User's Manual

2. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
2.1 UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
When you receive your system, inspect it for any obvious damage that may have occurred during shipment. If
there is damage, notify the shipping carrier and the supplier of the equipment or Magellan if purchased directly
from Magellan.
Until you have checked the system, save the shipping carton and packaging materials in the event the unit
has to be returned.
The standard MARS-24E package includes the following components:
• Reader/writer
• External antennas (up to 24) and connection cables (up to 24)
• Power adaptor
• USB data communication cable
• Quick Start Guide
• CD-ROM
• Magellan Antenna Tuning Kit (optional)
2.1.1 POWER PACK
The reader is connected to the power source via a low voltage power pack (12VDC output).
A power cable is not included. End-users should purchase a power cable suitable for the country in which
the equipment is being used.
Only power cables and adapters that are compliant with the regulations in the country of use may be
connected to Magellan’s equipment.
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User Manual