Gps Receiver - Receiver Power System; Figure 3.8 Communication Cable Connecting Z-Xtreme And Ranger Handheld - ashtech Z-Xtreme System Manual

port labeled 'A' (Figure 3.8).

Figure 3.8 Communication Cable Connecting Z-Xtreme and Ranger Handheld

Connection of the computer communication cable to the handheld is made via a stan-
dard 9-pin serial connector.
The handheld can be connected to the receiver at any time during the equipment
setup and data collection process.

GPS Receiver - Receiver Power System

Power can be supplied to the base GPS receiver in two ways.
The Z-Xtreme receiver has a battery integrated into the receiver for power. This con-
nection does not require a cable. The battery is simply inserted into the receiver. If a
base station is to function unattended and for a period of time not supported by the
internal battery, an external battery can be used. The external power source con-
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