Podium-mounted power distribution units must remain on

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Why is there a flashing red light on the front of the podium?

  • Some podiums and half racks in classrooms come equipped with a slim-line power distribution unit (PDU)  to regulate electrical current and protect the integrity of electronic components.
  • Across the front of the power supply, a row of green lights indicates power status for each internal outlet.
  • The red flashing alert light on those power supplies simply means "I'm a network controlled power supply but I'm not connected to network, and I think it's very important that you know that, so I flash red".
  • In order for the AV system in the room to function properly, it is essential that the rack or podium have power.
  • Even if you see the flashing red light, please do not power down the equipment.

Power distribution unit with red & green lights, power reset switch

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