Supplying Power To The Cradle; Mounting The Cradle - Motorola DS3578 Product Reference Manual

Connecting FLB3508/3578 Cradle
Insert the interface cable from the host computer into the cradle's host port. See
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Connect the forklift power supply to the cradle's power port, if applicable.
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Optionally, thread the host cable over the cable hook and run the host and power cables into their respective
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cable grooves, or use cable ties to secure them to the mounting plate after attaching it to the cradle. For more
information about mounting options and procedures, refer to the documentation included with the cradle.
Pair the digital scanner with the cradle by scanning the pairing bar code on the cradle.
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If necessary, scan the appropriate host bar code (for non-autodetected interfaces). See the specific host
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Changing the Host Interface
To connect to a different host, or to the same host using a different cable:
Disconnect the power supply from the cradle, if used.
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Disconnect the interface cable from the host.
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Connect the interface cable to the new host, or the new interface cable to the existing host.
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Reconnect the power supply, if required.
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If necessary, scan the appropriate host bar code (for non-autodetected interfaces). See the specific host
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CAUTION If the digital scanner does not recognize the host, disconnect the power supply, then reconnect after
connecting the host cable.

Supplying Power to the Cradle

The cradle receives power from one of two sources:
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An external power supply.
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When connected to the host through an interface cable that supplies power.
The cradle detects whether the host or the external supply is supplying power. It always draws power from the
external supply when available, regardless of the presence of power from a host.
Using the USB Interface to Supply Power
When the cradle is connected to the host via the USB interface, the USB port can power the cradle so that an
external power supply is not necessary. Note that powering from a USB host charges the digital scanner at a
slower rate than when charging from an external power supply.

Mounting the Cradle

For information on mounting the cradle, refer to the documentation included with the cradle.
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