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2. Installation Guide
2.1.
Recommended Additional Supplies
12 AWG Hookup Wire for Vin and Gnd Inputs (Minimum Recommended Gauge)
12-24 AWG Hookup Wire for Acc Input (Very little current flows through this wire)
Mounting Screws (4-40 or 6-32)
Mounting Standoffs (Optional)
Power Supply Cooling Fan (or assure adequate airflow over the DSATX)
Custom Enclosure
2.2.
Recommended Tools
Soldering Iron and or Crimp Tool (Secure Input Power Connections)
Philips Jewelers Screwdrivers (for P1 P2 Adjustment Pots)
Philips Head Screwdriver (for Mounting Screws and J5 Terminal Screws)
2.3.
Connection Overview Diagram
Translator
Serial Diagnostics
and Control
2.4.
Precautions and Warnings
Operating a personal computer in a motor vehicle can be dangerous. Improper use or negligence can
result in damage and or loss of life to self and others. Safety precautions must be considered when
operating a personal computer in a motor vehicle. Displays must not be distracting to the driver and should
not display motion video or otherwise distracting content. Check with the local government in your area for
laws and guidelines regarding the use of potentially distracting electronic devices in motor vehicles.
Mpegbox.com and the people responsible for its content shall not be held responsible for loss or damage
as a result of the content, procedures, or the use of the product/s outlined in this manual. A personal
computer used in a motor vehicle should only be operated as a personal computer when then vehicle is
not moving. Use this product at your own risk. Various safety features are built into this product and any
attempt to override them will void any warranties and may cause increased risk of damage to persons or
property.
DSATX Manual
DSATX 220W DC-DC POWER SUPPLY
J5
GND
Supply
VIN
Protection
ACC
Temp.
Sensor
Adjust
POTs
J2
Microcontroller
Status
LED
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DC-DC
+5VSB
+5V
Power
+3.3V
Supply
-12V
+12V
Control
Monitoring
Power
Supply Fan
Hard Drive
CD-ROM, etc.
Computer
ATX
J7
20-pin
Motherboard
P4
4-pin
J8
J1
JP1
MB Power Switch
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