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Chapter 2: Hardware configuration 14

off). Power will immediately transfer to the batteries and no data will be lost. We recommend installing
batteries as a back-up while the server is in operation. This will ensure no data is lost during the
session. The batteries will operate approximately 50 hours.

When the server is switched off and not connected to the USB port of the computer (or the computer
is switched off), inserting batteries will not switch on the server. The server will only switch on after it is
connected to the computer and receiving power from the computer. The server will also automatically
switch off when removed from the USB port (or when computer is switched off) and the server does
not contain any data.

Warning

• Always install the batteries as indicated. Incorrectly installed batteries could damage the server
and the batteries. The batteries may start leaking, potentially damaging the server and voiding
the warranty.

• When removing batteries from the Bridgemate II scoring device or server, do not use your
fingers or finger nails to remove the batteries. Instead use a blunt object like a screwdriver or
pen to safely remove the batteries.

Switching on / off

The server will automatically switch on once the server is connected to the USB port of your computer
and the computer is switched on. To switch off the server, the server must be disconnected from USB
power (switch off computer, or disconnect the server from the computer), and, if batteries are inserted,
keep the small push button next to “Battery OFF” pressed for a few seconds. If the server does not
contain any data, it will automatically switch off after being disconnected from the server, even when
batteries are inserted.

Status indicators

The server is equipped with two status indicators showing the texts “USB / battery power” and “Battery
status”. “USB / battery power” indicator will light up green when the server is powered through USB,
and red when powered by the batteries. “Battery status” indicates the voltage level of the inserted
batteries. Green means sufficient power left, orange means batteries are half full, red means batteries
have less than 25% power left, and blinking red means immediate replacement is required. When no
batteries or empty batteries are placed, the indicator will not light up.

Tip

When connecting the server to your computer, verify that both indicators light up green. This ensures
that the server is properly connected to the USB port of your computer and the batteries have
sufficient power.

Automatic power-off

The server is equipped with an automatic power-off function. When the server runs on battery power,
and there has been no activity for a certain period of time, the server will automatically switch off. The
default auto power-off time is 1 hour. This can be changed in Bridgemate Control Software in menu
Tools à Settings à General.

Setting the region

When you start up Bridgemate Control Software for the first time, you will be asked to select your
geographic region. To enable the server to transmit data to the Bridgemates over the correct radio
frequency, it is vital that you select the appropriate region.

If your region is not listed, please contact your Bridgemate supplier for further assistance.