Quick start Guide

BEST PRACTICES
BOLT CONNECTOR / PIN−OUT
CUSTOM / 3RD PARTY CABLES
DEVICE OPERATION
BOLT MANAGER SOFTWARE
MOUNTING
Bolt uses a 2−pin power connector.
Pin Description
1* GND
2 +DC
* Pin 1 is closest to the red dot on the connector
• Test the power cable polarity with ONLY the power cable connected to Bolt. Do not connect video cables.
• Check the power cable for shorts and proper grounding.
• Keep the transmitter and receiver at close range for 60 seconds after powering on the devices. This allows
them to scan for and select the best wireless channel.
• For best results when using multiple Bolt systems in the same area, place the transmitters and receivers
a few feet apart from each other.
• Operation of other wireless equipment may interfere with the Bolt. Try to separate other wireless
transmitters and receivers as much as possible.
• Mount the Bolt 500 transmitter vertically, keeping the antennas clear of any obstructions.
• Orient the transmitter and receiver antennas so they are parallel to each other.
• For best results, orient the transmitter so it has clear line−of−sight to the receiver.
CAUTION:
Using a reverse polarity or improperly−constructed power cable can damage the product
and is not covered under warranty.
Bolt Manager allows you to configure and upgrade your Bolt 500. It is available at
www.teradek.com/pages/downloads. The following configuration is available:
• Region Selection - Configure Bolt to comply with your region’s regulations governing use of the
5GHz spectrum.
Bolt transmitter mounted
vertically on a camera
Bolt receiver can be
mounted vertically on
a light stand or monitor