Powering The 831C Slm - Larson Davis SoundAdvisor 831C Reference Manual

2.1.4 Preparing the 831C for Long Term Storage

2.2 Powering the 831C SLM

2.2.1 Using Battery Power
SoundAdvisor Model 831C
The Hardware Power Switch on the bottom of the 831C disconnects the batteries from the
831C hardware. (For reference, see Figure 2-6.) The real-time clock maintains its value
while the switch is off. The power switch prevents battery drain when the meter is not in
use for an extended period of time. If you plan to store the meter for more than 2 weeks,
remove the batteries.
If the switch is in the " 0 " position, the batteries are disconnected. After installing
batteries be sure to move the switch to the " | " position.
DO NOT use the hardware power switch to turn the 831C OFF. Permanent
CAUTION
damage and data loss may occur. Press the Power button once, then select
Off.
In this section:
2.2.1 Using Battery Power
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• 2.2.2 Using External Power
• 2.2.3 Understanding 831C Power Events and Indications
Current Battery Voltage is displayed on the Power Control page. To access the Power
Control page, press the Power button
In the Status Bar section of the meter display, the battery icon indicates the state of the
battery charge by the color and fill.
Do not mix different types of batteries. Only charge NiMH batteries.
CAUTION
Do not mix batteries from different manufacturers, replace all 4 batteries at
CAUTION
the same time.
When changing batteries, select the correct Battery Type in System Prop-
CAUTION
erties. See
Resolve a Session Log entry "Charging Stopped" by checking the batteries,
CAUTION
and ensuring the correct battery type is selected in System Properties.
Additionally, the battery may be too old to charge. Battery may also be read
as an incorrect battery type, which may happen to fully discharged NiMH
batteries. Use an external battery charger to restore charge, then install in
meter. Additionally, the batteries may be too hot or too cold.
0
.
Full Charge
9.4.1 Changing Batteries and Editing the Battery
Powering the 831C SLM
Low Charge
Type.
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