FAQ:Power Cab Ammeter
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The Power Cab has an ammeter built in. It can be turned on to display the Power Cab's current output as required by the layout.
- In the lower left corner of the Power Cab keypad press the Program / Escape (PROG/ESC) key six times. Look for SET CAB PARAMS
- Alternate Method: Program / Escape (PROG/ESC) followed by pressing the 6 key.
- Press the ENTER key.
- Display will change to SHOW TRK CURRENT 1=Y.
- Press 1 key to activate.
- Press PROG/ESC key twice to get back to the main screen.
The clock display will be temporarily replaced by the ammeter display. if you make a mistake just remove and restore power and start over.
When Program Track mode is used or the Power Cab is powered down the clock will be restored. After exiting Program Mode, disconnect the Power Cab, reconnecting it restores the ammeter display.
There is a bug in firmware version 1.65, when exiting Program mode, the ammeter is replaced by the clock. This issue was not addressed in V1.65B.
This Power Cab feature will not work when used with an external booster, or when functioning as a Pro Cab.