Installation; Environment; Power Supply; Usb Port - Polygon Technologies Micro Commander GC0101 User Manual

5. INSTALLATION

5.1. Environment

Due to the make-up of the Micro Commander and it's electronics, we STRONGLY advise that it not be
installed in close proximity to a variable speed drive or any other electrically noisy equipment. DO
NOT install the Micro Commander into a metal enclosure unless an antenna is mounted on the
outside of the enclosure.

5.2. Power Supply

The Micro Commander has a 2.1mm DC jack connector where a power supply must be connected.
The power supply should have the following specifications:
Output Voltage: 14V nominal
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Output Current: 0.5A
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Polarity:
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A suitable power supply is supplied with the retail product.
In industrial applications, it is advised that the Micro Commander be installed into its own
metal housing and be powered from a separate power supply with a DC Filter. (As opposed to
sharing one with other equipment).
Please Note: While the Micro Commander has fairly rugged internal power supply circuitry, no
special provision for lightning protection is made. If the Micro Commander is used in an area that is
prone to thunderstorms, it is advisable to use a commercially available lightning suppressor (The
same applies to inputs or outputs that are connected to wires longer than 2 or 3 meters).
The guarantee does not cover damage resulting from lightning strikes!

5.3. USB Port

The Micro Commander provides a USB port that connects to a PC using the supplied USB cable. This
allows the PC to configure the unit.

5.4. SIM Card

The Micro Commander accepts a standard GSM SIM card from any network. The SIM card may be
prepaid or on contract. If the SIM Card is purchased as part of a prepaid plan, ensure than the card
is loaded with sufficient airtime.
WARNING: DO NOT Insert or remove the SIM card while the Micro Commander is powered!!
Note that airtime will decrease with every SMS that is sent from the unit.
automatically detect if the airtime is running low. It is user's responsibility to make sure than the
airtime is topped up. See your network's documentation on how to purchase and load airtime.
The SIM card is fitted into the back of the unit, as indicated by the legend on the enclosure. The SIM
card will click into place and is removed simply by pressing against it. The card will pop out with a
"click" sound, ready to be completely removed.
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