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Re: Competition port power
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Originally Posted by ubermeister View Post
Yes, I've seen all of those websites, and none of them have any info about sourcing power, besides "don't do it."

Just for anyone else interested, today I took a voltmeter to the port, and found that pin 1 is at 12 volts. If you want 5, you can use a regulator.
Keep in mind what the PDF for the disable connection says right in the center with big words. Connection to any other ping will void warranty.

If you want to power LEDs showing what the settings are at just use 2 AA batteries and a double pole double throw switch.

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