FarmTek polaris Operating Instructions Manual page 4

POLARIS TIMER CONSOLE
Overview
Batteries
The Polaris timer console is powered by four AA
alkaline batteries. The timer runs 50 to 60 hours on
a new set of batteries. Always turn the timer off
before changing the batteries and always replace all
four batteries at the same time – do not mix old and
new batteries.
To check the battery level, follow these steps:
1) Press SETUP to access setup functions.
2) Press NEXT CHOICE until Check Battery
is displayed (just one or two presses).
3) Press ENTER to show remaining battery life.
4) Press SETUP to return to normal operation.
Keep in mind that when the console is first turned on
after being off for a while (e.g., overnight), the re-
ported battery level is artificially high for the first
half-hour or so of use.
When storing the timer for an extended period of
time, always remove the batteries.
Low Battery Warning
A low battery icon is flashed in the upper right cor-
ner of the Status Display when about 2 hours of
console battery life are left. Note that the battery
icon is also displayed whenever an electric eye has
a low battery. Check the console's battery level as
described to see whether the console or the electric
eyes are the reason the icon is flashing.
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Power On/Off
Turn the Polaris timer on and off using the slide
switch located at the upper right corner of the timer
console.
Connections
The jack is for connection of input devices
Input
such as an optional bar code reader or numeric key-
pad. Do not plug an AC adapter from an older model
timer into the Input jack on this timer – it can cause
serious damage!
The jack is for connection of output devices
Output
such as an optional scoreboard, printer or computer
interface cable.
The Horn jack provides audio output of the horn
sound to a PA system and control of the optional
external horn.