The Vector 8 Receiver has an internal rechargeable battery and can be powered and charged in two ways: with a USB-C charger or over an Ethernet (PoE) connection. This article explains how to charge it and how to read its charging status.
Ways to power and charge the Receiver
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USB-C: Connect the Receiver to power using a USB-C cable and charger. We recommend using the charger supplied with your Vector 8 hardware (or another quality USB-C Power Delivery charger) to ensure safe and reliable charging.
The minimum recommended charging power is 30W
Ethernet (Power over Ethernet / PoE): If your network switch supports Power over Ethernet, you can power the Receiver directly through its Ethernet connection. This both powers the Receiver and keeps its battery topped up to a maximum of 50%.
Checking the charge status
While charging, the Receiver's status LED briefly shows its current charge level every 10 seconds, then returns to its normal light:
Green - battery is above 80%
Yellow - battery is at a medium level, between 30% and 80%
Red - battery is low, below 30%
When the Receiver is fully charged, the LED shows a brief solid green light every every 12 seconds.
For the full list of light patterns, see Vector 8 Receiver LED Behaviour.
Tips for the best charging experience
Use a recommended charger. A Catapult-supplied or quality USB-C Power Delivery charger gives the safest and most reliable charge.
Keep your firmware up to date. Firmware updates can include charging and battery improvements. You can update your Receiver through the Catapult Vector App.