Chapter 2
For a 12 V System the following are recommended:
BK/MDA-6-R Fuse (or equivalent)
The fuse and holder are made by Cooper/Bussmann; available from Digikey.
2.7.1
Battery Backup
If installed in a vehicle so as to avoid loss of lock when tracking L-Band, it is recommended a back-up
battery be placed between the receiver and the voltage supply as a power buffer. When a vehicle engine
is started, power can dip to below minimum operating voltage or cut-out to ancillary equipment causing
the receiver to lose lock and calibration settings.
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Table 6: Fuse/Holder Recommendations
Fuse
Battery Isolator
Battery
Holder
BK/HFA-R-R Fuse (or equivalent)
6 A Fuse
Auxiliary
Battery
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