Xantrex Freedom XC PRO Series Owner's Manual page 59

5. The surface where the sensor is to be mounted must be flat
and free from reinforcing ribs or other raised features. This
surface must be in direct internal contact with the battery
electrolyte. Do not install the sensor near the top of the
battery or on the battery's top surface.
6. Clean the selected area thoroughly to remove any oil or
grease that could prevent the sensor from adhering to the
battery case. Allow the battery case to dry thoroughly.
7. Peel the protective backing from the self-adhesive strip on
the rear of the sensor.
8. Press the sensor firmly against the clean side of the battery
to fix it in place, as shown in Connecting to the BTS Port.
9. Route the sensor cable to the Freedom XC PRO and plug it
into the BTS port. Secure the cable along its length.
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Connecting to the USB Port
The USB port is reserved for firmware updates to the Freedom XC
PRO and must not be used for powering and charging USB
devices.
To update the firmware:
1. Download the latest firmware package from
http://www.xantrex.com to a PC/laptop.
2. Format a USB stick (at least 2GB).
3. Unzip the firmware package into the USB stick.
4. Turn off all AC loads and turn off the vehicle engine before
the next step while keeping the Freedom XC PRO on
Standby mode (button in up position).
5. Insert the USB stick into the USB port on the Freedom XC
PRO.
NOTE: Once inserted the firmware update is initiated
automatically. See detailed instructions in the Readme.txt
file.
6. Wait ten minutes and remove the USB stick from the USB
port.
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