Routing Cables; Removing The Host Interface Cable - Symbol LS 7708 Product Reference Manual

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Routing Cables

The scanner case has several channels to route the outgoing cables so that they are organized and don't hinder the scanner's
placement (see Figure 1-1 and
through the nearest channel.
For a cable with a Y-connector (containing both power and interface connectors):
1. Connect the power and interface cables to the appropriate ports.
2. Route the cables according to the appropriate diagram in
Connections to power and host ports,
side exit: keep power cable straight
and route it ahead with interface cable.

Removing the Host Interface Cable

To remove the host interface cable:
1. Unplug the installed cable's modular connector by depressing the connector clip and gently pulling back. The two small holes
on the back of the scanner case provide access to the connector clips. (See
2. Follow the steps for
Figure 1-5. Unplugging the Cable Through the Cable Release Hole
Figure 1-3). After placing the cable connectors in the appropriate scanner ports, route the cables
Connections to power and hand-held
scanner ports, side exit: curl power cable
and route it back towards interface cable.
Figure 1-4. Cable Routing Options
Connecting the Host and Peripheral Cables on page 1-6
Figure 1-4.
Connections to power and hand-held scanner
ports, back exit: curve power and interface
cables to exit from channels on either side of
the mounting bracket slot.
Figure 1-5.)
to connect a new cable.