Pro-60  (200-0309)           Power Sources             Faxback Doc. # 15352

You can power your scanner from any of the following:

    Internal batteries (not supplied)

    Standard AC power (using an optional AC adapter [273-1665])

    Your vehicle's battery (using an optional DC auto adapter [270-1560])

Using Internal Battery Power

You can power your scanner from six AA batteries (not supplied).  For the
longest battery life, we recommend alkaline batteries (such as Cat. No.
23-552).  Or, you can use rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries (such as
Cat. No. 23-125).

1.  If the scanner is on, turn VOLUME OFF/MAX counterclockwise to turn it
    off.

2.  Press down OPEN on the center of the battery compartment cover and
    slide the cover off in the direction of the arrow.

3.  Remove the battery holder from the battery compartment.

4.  Install six fresh batteries as indicated by the polarity symbols
    (+ and -) marked on the battery holder and inside the battery
    compartment.

CAUTION:  Never mix rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries.

          Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type.  Always
          remove old or weak batteries.  Batteries can leak chemicals that
          can destroy electronic circuits.

5.  Replace the battery holder in the compartment.

    NOTE:  The battery holder fits only one way in the compartment.

6.  Replace the battery compartment cover.

When the batteries are low, the display flashes and the scanner beeps.
When this happens, replace all six non-rechargeable batteries or recharge
all six rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries (see "Charging Nickel-
Cadmium Batteries").

Important Information about the External Power Jacks

The PWR jack lets you connect an external AC or DC adapter to operate the
scanner.  Connecting an adapter to the PWR jack disconnects the internal
batteries.

NOTE:  You can use the PWR jack when either chargeable or non-rechargeable
       batteries are installed.

       The CHG jack lets you connect an external AC or DC adapter to
       operate the scanner.  When you connect an adapter to the CHG jack,
       the internal batteries remain connected and get recharged.

WARNING:  Never use the CHG jack when non-chargeable batteries are
          installed.  If you try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries,
          they could get very hot and might explode or leak acid.

CHARGING NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES

The scanner has a built-in charging circuit that lets you recharge nickel-
cadmium batteries while they are in the scanner.

To recharge the batteries while they are in the scanner, simply connect
an AC or DC adapter into the scanner's CHG jack (see "Using Standard AC
Power" or "Using Vehicle Battery Power").

Charging Tips

It takes about 10 to 18 hours to recharge batteries that are fully
discharged.  You can operate the scanner while recharging nickel-cadmium
batteries, but the charging time is lengthened.

Nickel-cadmium batteries last longer and deliver more power if you
regularly let them fully discharge.  To do this, simply use the scanner
until the low battery indicator appears on the display.  Then fully
charge the batteries.

IMPORTANT:  This product is capable of using rechargeable nickel-cadmium
            batteries.  At the end of the batteries' useful life, they
            must be recycled or disposed of properly.  Contact your local,
            county, or state hazardous waste management authorities for
            information on recycling or disposal programs in your area.
            Some options that might be available are: municipal curb-side
            collection, drop-off boxes at retailers, recycling collection
            centers, and mail-back programs.

Using Standard AC Power

You can power your scanner from a standard AC outlet using an optional
AC adapter, such as Cat. No. 273-1665 (not supplied).

WARNING:  Do not use an AC adapter's polarized plug with an extension cord,
          receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades can be fully
          inserted to prevent blade exposure.

CAUTIONS:  The recommended AC adapter supplies 9 volts and delivers at
           least 300 milliamps.  Also, its center tip is set to negative
           and its plug properly fits the scanner's PWR and CHR jack.
           Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications could
           damage the scanner or the adapter.

           Be sure you connect the AC adapter to the scanner before you
           connect it to a standard AC outlet.  Then disconnect the adapter
           from the AC outlet before you disconnect it from the scanner.

1.  Plug the adapter's barrel plug into PWR.

NOTE:  If you installed rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries in the
       scanner, remove the cap from the CHG jack and connect the AC adapter
       to the jack.  This powers the scanner and recharges the batteries at
       the same time (see "Charging Nickel-Cadmium Batteries").

2.  Connect the adapter's power module to a standard AC outlet.

Using Vehicle Battery Power

You can power your scanner from your vehicle's battery power using an
optional DC auto adapter, such as Cat. No. 270-1560 (not supplied).

CAUTIONS:  The scanner is designed to work in a vehicle that has a 12-volt
           DC, negative-ground electrical system.  If you are not sure
           about your vehicle, check with your vehicle's dealer.

           The recommended DC auto adapter supplies 9 volts and delivers
           at least 300 milliamps.  Also, its center tip is set to negative
           and its plug properly fits the scanner's PWR and CHR jack.
           Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications could
           damage the scanner or the adapter.

           To protect your vehicle's electrical system, be sure you connect
           the adapter to the scanner before you connect it to the
           cigarette-lighter socket.  Then disconnect the adapter from the
           cigarette-socket before you disconnect it from the scanner.

1.  Set the adapter's voltage switch to 9V.

2.  Connect the adapter's orange barrel plug to the adapter's cable with
    the tip set to - (negative).

3.  Plug the adapter's barrel plug into PWR.

NOTE:  If you installed rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries in the
       scanner, remove the cap from the CHG jack and connect the DC auto
       adapter to the jack.  This powers the scanner and recharges the
       batteries at the same time (see "Charging Nickel-Cadmium
       Batteries").

4.  Plug the other end of the adapter into your vehicle's cigarette-
    lighter socket.

NOTE:  If the scanner does not operate properly with a DC auto adapter
       connected to your vehicle's cigarette-lighter socket, you might
       need to unplug the adapter and clean the socket to remove ashes and
       other debris.


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