Using The Passive Vehicle Cradle; Introduction; Preparing The Passive Vehicle Cradle For Use; Quick Start - Honeywell MX8 User Manual

Using the Passive Vehicle Cradle

Introduction

Wireless communication is available as long as the MX8 has sufficient energy in the main battery pack and a clear signal
path. The passive vehicle cradle is lined with strips of hook-and-loop fabric to ensure a snug fit between the MX8 and the
inside of the cradle. The cradle can secure an MX8 with or without a rubber boot by inserting or removing the Velcro slides
attached to the inside of the docking well. The cradle can secure the MX8 with or without a trigger or handstrap. The MX8
passive vehicle cradle does not have power, MX8 serial or input/output connectors.
The MX8 passive vehicle cradle consists of:
• Cradle bracket
• U-bracket
• 2 knobs
• Hook and loop fabric to secure the MX8
An optional RAM assembly consists of:
• RAM ball base for vehicle mount
• RAM arm
• RAM base to attach U-bracket
• 4 each: bolts, nuts and washers
The installer must supply hardware to attach either the U-bracket or the RAM ball base to the vehicle.
Communications cables for the MX8 are available separately.
There are two mounting options for the cradle:
• U-bracket mounting. See Installing the Cradle U-Bracket (page 12-17).
• RAM ball Arm mounting. See Installing the RAM Bracket (page 12-18).
Note: Do not put the MX8 into the passive vehicle cradle until the cradle is securely fastened to the vehicle.

Preparing the Passive Vehicle Cradle for Use

The passive vehicle mounted cradle should be mounted in an area in the vehicle where it:
• Does not obstruct the drivers vision or safe vehicle operation.
• Will be protected from rain or inclement weather.
• Will be protected from extremely high concentrations of dist or wind-blown debris.
• Can be easily accessed by a user seated in the drivers seat while the vehicle is not in operation.

Quick Start

The following list outlines, in a general way, the process to follow when preparing the MX8 passive vehicle cradle for use.
Refer to the following sections for more details.
1. Attach the RAM bracket or U-bracket mounting device to the vehicle.
2. Attach the MX8 passive cradle to the vehicle mounted bracket using the Angle Adjust knobs.
3. Adjust the cradle to the best viewing angle using the Angle Adjust knobs. The Passive Vehicle Mount cradle is ready for
use.
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