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18. USB Connection
The V6 transceiver comes with a mini-USB
port that serves two purposes: providing
external USB power and for f irmware updates
Apart from AA batteries, the Cactus V6 can
also be powered by a 5V DC, 500~1,000mA
external USB power device. Check with the
specif ications of your USB power device to
determine the compatibility with the V6
transceiver.
Note: External USB Power cannot charge the
rechargeable batteries inside the V6 battery
co m pa rtm ent.
Cactus will release new f irmware for the V6
from time to time. Get your V6 updated via
the USB connection.
To check the f irmware version of the V6,
press and hold and , then switch on
the V6 in TX or RX mode at the same time. The
LCD display will show the f irmware version
installed in the unit. Release the buttons,
18.1
External
USB
Power
18.2
Checking
and
Updating
Firmware
.