Chapter 2
Getting Started
Introduction
The Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) Battery supplied with the Site Master is shipped in a discharged state. Before using the Site Master, the internal battery must first be charged for three hours, either in the Site Master or in the optional battery charger (Anritsu part num- ber:
Charging a New Battery
New batteries normally require three to five charge and discharge cycles before attaining | 2 |
maximum performance. The NiMH battery supplied with the Site Master has already com- | |
pleted three charge and discharge cycles at the factory and full battery performance should |
be realized after your first charge.
Charging the Battery in the Site Master
The battery can be charged while still installed in the Site Master.
Step 1. Turn the Site Master off.
Step 2. Connect the
Step 3. Connect the AC adapter to a 120 VAC or 240 VAC power source as appropriate for your application.
The green external power indicator on the Site Master will illuminate, indicating the presence of external DC power and the battery will begin charging. The indi- cator will remain lit as long as the battery is charging. Once the battery is fully charged, the battery indicator will turn off. If the battery fails to charge, contact your nearest Anritsu service center.
Charging the Battery in the Optional Charger
Up to two batteries can be charged simultaneously in the optional battery charger.
Step 1. Remove the NiMH battery from your Site Master and place it in the optional charger (Anritsu part number:
Step 2. Connect the lead from the
Step 3. Connect the
Each battery holder in the optional charger has an LED charging status indicator. The LED color changes as the battery is charged:
Red indicates the battery is charging Green indicates the battery is fully charged
Yellow indicates the battery is in a waiting state (see below).
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