12 Connecting an External Power Supply
Connecting an External Power Supply
1. Connects to AC single-pin cable end
2. AC receptacle
3. Wall plug
4. AC connection from wall to adapter
To apply external power to the FC300 follow the steps below in sequence.
1. Plug the 3 prong AC adapter cable end of the external power assembly into an AC power source (e.g.
wall outlet).
2. Firmly press the female end of the power cable into the male connector on the power adapter. When
AC power is being supplied to the power adapter, the LED on the power adapter illuminates green.
3. Squeeze the catches of the I/O connector and push the cable connector into the FC300 I/O port until it
clicks. The click means the connector is seated firmly.
4. Press the power cable connector pin from the power adapter into the connector on the (USB/Power or
Serial/Power) cable attached to the base of the FC300. External power is now being supplied to the
FC300.
Whenever possible, use the AC power adapter with the FC300 to conserve the main battery power
Connecting Vehicle Power
Complete vehicle cradle mounting and power instruction is contained in the FC300 Cradle Guide.
The FC300 must have a main battery installed before docking the FC300 in a vehicle cradle.
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