Alt pwr source for RX65

[nwsi07]

I'm thinking about crimping a RJ11 to run power a short distance from a dome light 12v power source to my RX65. On this diagram, is 'R' power, and 'G' ground? That should be all that I need to power the detector, right? TIA

[Sparkknocker]

according to the diagram you are correct

[nwsi07]

Well then, I guess the next question would be, "Does that diagram apply to the Beltronics RX65?" Thanks for your input. 8)

[Sparkknocker]

Well then, I guess the next question would be, "Does that diagram apply to the Beltronics RX65?" Thanks for your input. 8)

Oh sorry mate, I thought you already knew. Yea it is same as the Passport when it comes to the power. Run it the same way.

[nwsi07]

Thanks!

[Kirk]

yep R power, G ground. i have my rx65 hardwired to the euroswitch in my passat.

[polakatl]

the dome light power source does not cut off with the ignition. its much more convenient to have the rd auto start/stop with the car.

[Computerjlt]

I found out by accident that the rx65 won't explode or let out the magic smoke if you accidently wire up the + and - backwards.

I had picked up a phone cord and did not notice it was a crossover instead of a straight through. the straight part worked fine but the other end would not power the unit up; upon closer inspection i reaized what I had done and was horrified.

but lucky for us bel knew this may happen and put some freakin diodes in there :P Now if only more mobile electronics manuf. would do that