User's Manual

Battery Life and Replacement
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MVP-9000i Modero® Wireless Touch Panel with Intercom
Power Management
Since the MVP-9000i is a battery-powered handheld device, power management is a necessary concern. Under
active use, the charge on the integral Lithium-Polymer battery can last for as long as five days. However, to
maximize usability and minimize the chances of the device becoming completely discharged at a critical
moment, the MVP-9000i should be kept in its charging cradle or wall station when not in use.
The MVP-9000i operates on four distinct power modes:
On - This is the normal power mode of the panel during operation. In this mode, all necessary
modules are powered up and their respective clocks are being driven appropriately. The device
remains online with the NetLinx Master and continues to appear in the online tree of NetLinx
Studio.
Sleep - This mode of operation can be selected through the Setup Pages and only controls the
backlight. In this case, the unit remains on all the time, and only the backlight will be turned off
after the user-selectable time of inactivity has elapsed. The device remains online with the NetLinx
Master and continues to be shown in the online tree of NetLinx Studio. The unit shall transfer to the
Awake mode after it detects a touch on the touchscreen or capacitive touch buttons. This mode uses
80 percent of the power required for the Awake mode.
Standby - In this mode, power to all components other than the touch screen is turned off after the
user selectable time of inactivity has elapsed. Device will turn back on by touching the screen. Re-
acquiring a WAP connection may require up to 25 seconds.
Shutdown - The system enters this mode after a user selectable amount of inactivity time has
elapsed or if the battery level falls below10 percent of its full charge. This is the absolute lowest
mode of operation, during which power to all peripherals and components is turned off. It is not
online with the NetLinx Master and will not appear in NetLinx Studio. The system remains in this
mode until it is rebooted. In the latter case, the panel has to be placed in a Table Docking Station in
order for it to be operational.
Proper Battery Maintenance
To insure maximum performance and reliability of the MVP-9000i, please insure that a full charge is
performed every 3 months if not used regularly. If a battery is left uncharged beyond this time frame, it may
result in premature battery lifespan degradation and will require replacement.
Please dispose of all used batteries in a proper fashion as required by municipal or
federal regulations.
Prior to battery removal, run the device until the battery is completely discharged.
Power Modes for the MVP-9000i
Mode Power Use Time Available (With Full Battery Charge)
On 100% 5 hours
Sleep 50% 10 hours
Standby 15% 72 hours
Shutdown Less than 1% Up to one month