Product specifications

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• Do not run the extension cable through door or window jams
• Keep the cable away from rotating machinery
• Do not bend excessively or crimp the extension cable
• Be careful not to apply tension to the cable
• Remove unwanted slack from the cable at the opposite end to the antenna
• Secure the cable route using plastic tie wraps
WARNING!
Improperly installed cables near machinery can be dangerous.
E NVIRONMENTAL R EQUIREMENTS
The equipment supplied with this Evaluation system has specific environmental limits
that you should ensure are met when storing and using the system.
The Evaluation Enclosure and Crescent Vector module are designed to be stored
between -40°C and +85°C. The operating temperature range is -30°C and +70°C.
Both the Enclosure with internal motherboard the Crescent Vector module are
specified to operate with humidity up to 95% non-condensing.
The antennas are designed to operate in an outdoor environment with 100% relative
humidity, condensing.
P OWER R EQUIREMENTS
There are three ways to power the Crescent Vector Evaluation Enclosure. The first is
via a power cable that interfaces to the enclosure’s ‘POWER’ connector. This system
accepts an input voltage between 5 and 18 VDC. The second method is through the
2.1 mm IDC power connector. The center of the connector is positive, as is indicated
on the back panel of the unit. This input also accepts from 5 – 18 VDC. The third
method is through the USB port located on the front panel of the unit. For best
performance, the supplied power should be continuous and clean. Please note that
only one source of power can be connected at one time. The following table details
the power specifications of the Crescent Vector Evaluation system.
Table 7-1 Power Requirements
Input
Voltage
Input Current Input Power
5 to 18 VDC 250 mA @ 12 VDC (no
antenna)
<3 W Nominal (no
antenna)
WARNING!
Connecting more than one source of power at a time can seriously damage the
unit and will void the warranty.