Limit Values (Currently Applies To Satellite Modules Only); Postal Codes (Applies To Satellite Modules Only); Power; Battery Charge - Applied Instruments XR-3 Operation Manual

XR-3 Base Instrument Operation Manual

Limit Values (currently applies to satellite modules only)

For technicians that will be using the meter for Dish Network related work, there are two Limit
Value databases available, 'Dish Corp' and 'Dish RSP'. If you work in an area that is served by
Dish Corporate, select 'Dish Corp'. If you work in an area that is served by a Dish RSP, select
'Dish RSP'. If you won't be using the XR-3 for Dish Network applications, select 'No Limits'. You
can select the Limit Values you need using the pull down list.
If you simply want to change Limit Values even though no new versions are available, you may
need to also put a check in the box before clicking "UPDATE". Only components that are
checked will be updated.

Postal Codes (applies to satellite modules only)

Postal Code files provide look-up of latitude and longitude based on the postal code. Postal code
files for the United States and Canada are available now and more may be added in the future.
You can select the Postal Code file you need using the pull down list.
If you simply want to change your Postal Code file, even though no new versions are available,
you may need to also put a check in the box before clicking "UPDATE". Only components that
are checked will be updated.
If you are using the meter outside of the United States and Canada, then choose "No Postal
Codes." This allows you to type in and save your latitude and longitude coordinates for your
location. Based on the lat/long coordinates provided, the meter can still calculate the azimuth,
elevation, and skew settings of the dish antenna as it relates to each satellite.
Future Updates
You may check for an update by connecting your XR-3 to your computer and performing steps 1
through 7 in the Updating section. Make sure your Internet connection is active (if you have a
dial-up connection to the Internet.) It is recommended you check for updates regularly (i.e.
monthly), for satellite work anyway.
If you have any problems or questions about the FlashUpdate program, call Applied Instruments'
Tech Support team at +1 (317) 782-4331 from Monday through Friday, 8AM to 6PM USA Eastern
Time Zone (UTC-5).

3. Power

Battery Charge

1) Charging: Use either the AC adapter or the 12VDC vehicle charger. To fully charge a
dead battery, it should require approximately 3 hours. It is okay to leave the meter
charging all night since the meter will go into trickle charge mode when the battery is
almost fully charged. During cold weather keep the XR-3 indoors in a warm environment
while charging. The battery charge temperature range is 41°F to 100°F (5°C to 38°C).
2) Discharge / Charge: Before initial use of the meter you should fully discharge the battery
and then recharge overnight. To discharge the battery, disable the automatic shut-off in
the Options menu and then leave XR-3 powered on until it shuts off.
3) Battery Charge Symbol: The battery symbol indicating remaining battery life in the lower
right corner of the LCD display can be misleading. It is normal for the battery symbol of a
fully charged battery to quickly drop by ¼. The symbol should remain in the middle two
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