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DuraWatt DSATX
220-Watt DC-DC ATX Power Supply User Manual
Version 1.0
Table of Contents
1. Getting Started............................................................................................................................... 1
1.1. Introduction....................................................................................................................................1
1.2. Product Photo.........................................................................................................................2
1.3. Block Diagram.........................................................................................................................2
1.4. Included Contents and Optional Accessories............................................................................2
2.1. Recommended Additional Supplies..........................................................................................3
2.2. Recommended Tools...............................................................................................................3
2.3. Connection Overview Diagram.................................................................................................3
2.4. Precautions and Warnings.......................................................................................................3
2.5. Detailed Connection Diagram ..................................................................................................4
2.6. Bench Testing.........................................................................................................................4
2.7. Quick Installation Steps........................................................................................................... 5
3. User Guide......................................................................................................................................5
3.1. Theory of Operation.................................................................................................................5
3.2. Modes of Operation.................................................................................................................5
3.3. LED Codes .............................................................................................................................6
3.4. Basic Mode Timing Diagram....................................................................................................6
3.5. Features Explained..................................................................................................................6
4. Serial Port Connectivity..................................................................................................................8
4.1. Serial Port Adapters ................................................................................................................8
4.2. Serial Port Overview................................................................................................................8
4.3. Basic Programming Control .....................................................................................................8
4.4. Diagnostic Feed ......................................................................................................................8
4.5. Extended Basic Programming Examples..................................................................................9
4.6. Advanced Features ...............................................................................................................10
4.7. Advanced Feature Tables......................................................................................................10
5. Specifications...............................................................................................................................11
5.1. Electrical............................................................................................................................... 11
5.2. Mechanical............................................................................................................................11
5.3. Connector Pin Locations........................................................................................................12
7. Mpegbox.com Limited Warranty.................................................................................................. 13

1. Getting Started

1.1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing a DSATX 220 Watt Automotive Power Supply. Please take some time to read
through this manual before attempting to use this product.
The DSATX is the most advanced DC-DC Automotive Computer Power Supply available. It is capable of
properly powering most Pentium 4 and AMD based computers in a motor vehicle as well as their accessories.
Its advanced microprocessor control enables features such as Startup/Shutdown Sequencing, Low Voltage