Nexstar Iii Remote Control Troubleshooting Table - Vanguard CPW 125-4-S Series Operation And Maintenance Manual

6.1.2 NEXSTAR III REMOTE CONTROL
Problem
Remote control will not turn on
Remote control will not respond with the
receiver
Remote control will not turn on in tether
mode
Remote control will not respond with
receiver in tether mode
Remote control will not respond with the
receiver in wireless mode
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
Remote control Emergency Stop Switch is
down or pressed.
Batteries are dead or installed backwards;
battery holder is damaged.
Remote control momentarily powers-up
and displays an error code prior to turning-
off.
Incorrect system RF channel.
Incorrect system access code.
System out of range.
The connecting tether cable is not
installed, installed improperly, or is
damaged.
Remote control is failing switch scan.
Remote control emergency stop switch is
pressed down.
System not in tether mode.
The tether cable or connectors are
damaged.
System not in wireless mode.
Table 3. Remote ControlTroubleshooting Table
Possible Reason
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Action
Ensure the E-Stop switch is pulled up.
Replace the battery pack with the label
facing out. This ensures it is installed
properly. Inspect all battery pack contents
for damage.
Ensure all switches, buttons, and joysticks
are in the off position.
Ensure the remote control and the receiver
are set to the same RF channel.
Ensure the remote control and the receiver
have the same access code.
Ensure the startup procedure is initiated
within 300 ft. from the receiver. Ensure the
signal strength indicator level is greater
than 0%.
Ensure the tether cable is installed and
secured correctly. Inspect the tether cable
and connectors for damage.
Ensure all switches, buttons, and joysticks
are in the off position.
Ensure the E-Stop switch is pulled up.
Ensure the startup procedure is initiated
with the tether cable attached.
Inspect the tether cable and connectors for
damage.
Ensure the startup procedure is initiated
within 300 ft. from the receiver. Ensure the
signal strength indicator level is greater
0%.