GE MAC 1600

2-8 MAC™ 1600 2028451-182B
Equipment Overview
5. Connecting a barcode reader.
6. Connecting the optional internal modem.
7. Connecting an external modem.
8. Connecting an external stress device.
9. Turning on the unit.
10. Configuring the system.
11. Testing the equipment.
Each step is described in more detail on the following pages.
Inserting the Battery
The MAC 1600 system is shipped with a lithium-ion battery that is
charged when inserted into a MAC 1600 system connected to AC power.
For instructions on inserting the battery, refer to “Replacing the Battery”
on page 10-12.
NOTE
Do not use the system on battery power until the battery is fully
charged as indicated by the on-screen battery gauge and the blank
LED next to the display. You may use the MAC 1600 system on AC
power while the battery is charging.
Connecting the AC Power Adapter
The MAC 1600 system can run using AC or battery power. When the unit
is plugged into an AC outlet, it uses AC power and charges the installed
battery.
Use the following instructions to connect the system to an AC power
outlet.
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1. Connect the female end of the unit’s power cord to the AC power
connector on the back of the unit. (A)
2. Plug the male end of the unit’s power cord into an AC outlet. (B)
It is recommended that the unit be plugged into an uninterruptible
power supply (UPS) or a surge suppressor.