Thread: Wireless Bridge Disconnects when driving?
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Re: Wireless Bridge Disconnects when driving?
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Originally Posted by Al Skierkiewicz View Post
When the bridge is connected to the PD normal outputs and not the dedicated outputs, the battery voltage drops when ever a motor starts or reverses. That is why the dedicated output is required. The PD has an internal boost buck regulator designed specifically for this purpose. The wireless has another problem though. It was not designed to be attached to a moving object and as such has a vibration sensitive power connector and a delicate ethernet connector. Teams should be careful to use wire ties to take the strain and vibration of the these cables so that the vibration doesn't cause noise in the connectors. If you move the power connector and it seems loose, the second contact in the connector is likely out of alignment or you have replaced the power connector with the wrong size part. The power connector should have a firm feel and should provide some resistance to pullout. If it does not, check that the connector is the right size. It that appears correct, the connector on the bridge may be damaged.
Exceptional explanation Al.
Thank you for share the information about the internal Boost Buck regulator on PD!!