Taser X3 - Manual (Page 6)

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What is the X3 ECD?
The TASER X3 ECD is a software upgradable, 3-shot ECD manufactured by TASER International, Inc. ECDs use
propelled wires or direct contact to conduct energy to affect the sensory and motor functions of the nervous
system. The X3 ECD offers a multi-shot capability that previous-generation TASER ECDs do not. The X3 ECD
deploys Smart Cartridges one at a time. It is possible to apply energy beyond the initial burst to a deployed
cartridge without deploying the remaining cartridges. It also is possible to apply a Warning Arc™ display or
drive-stun without deploying any of the cartridges loaded in the ECD.
The X3 ECD uses three replaceable X3 Smart Cartridges containing compressed nitrogen to deploy two small
probes that are attached to the X3 ECD by insulated conductive wires. The X3 ECD transmits electrical pulses
along the wires and into the body affecting the sensory and motor functions of the peripheral nervous system.
The energy can penetrate up to 1.5 cumulative inches of clothing, or 0.75 inches per probe. The cartridges are
available with various wire lengths from 15’ to 35’ (4.6 meters to 10.7 meters). X3 Smart Cartridges are equipped
with Charge Diffusion™ probes for optimal Neuro Muscular Incapacitation (NMI) pulse delivery.
The X3 ECD’s Trilogy Log™ can be uploaded securely to EVIDENCE.COM, where the information is encrypted,
stored securely, and organized into dashboards that allow your agency to easily monitor the usage and system
status of your entire arsenal of X3 ECDs.
The X3 ECD’s optional TACOM™ Digital Power Magazine, or TPM, enables the X3 ECD to communicate wirelessly
to other TACOM enabled ECDs such as the AXON Tactical Computer for time synchronization and event
triggering. Furthermore, the X3 ECD features a Power Optimization Control (POC) capability that continually
monitors the power remaining in the battery pack and, when needed, shuts down peripheral functions to
maintain critical NMI capability while warning the user when the battery power reaches low levels.
The X3 ECD has an internal memory that stores the operating software and a record of every deployment. See
the "Trilogy Log" section in this manual for more details.
The X3 ECD’s capabilities are encased within a rugged unibody chassis. This rugged structure protects the
enclosed circuitry from hostile environments. Additionally, the unibody polymer frame provides much greater
structural integrity and impact survivability than previous clamshell housings.
General Information
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