Connecting The Cradle(S); To The Host - Symbol PDT 3400 Series Product Reference Manual

PDT 3400 Product Reference Guide

Connecting the Cradle(s)

To the Host

To connect the cradle to the host:
1. Connect the RS-232 cable and power supply to the cradle as described previously.
2. Plug a null modem cable in the host's COM port.
3. Plug the null modem cable's other connector to the RS-232 cable already connected
to the cradle (Figure 3-11).
Figure 3-11. Connecting the Cradle to the Host
4. Insert the power plug in a standard electrical outlet (CRD 3400) or connect as
directed in the section Mounting the VCD 3400 on page 3-6.
5. The cradle's Communications LED lights for 4 seconds on power up, blinks 7 times,
then goes out if the cradle passes a self test.
If the light continues flashing, check the cable connections and ensure they are secure.
If the problem persists, contact the Symbol Support Center.
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Power Supply
Communications Cable Null Modem Cable