Chapter 8 - Dolphin Homebase; Hub Of The System; Battery Management; Irda Optical Communications - Hand Held Products Dolphin 7200 User Manual

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Dolphin HomeBase

Hub of the System

As the hub of your Dolphin system, the Dolphin 7200 HomeBase performs three important functions - battery management,
communications and storage.

Battery Management

The Dolphin 7200 HomeBase uses a charging method that senses when the battery pack is fully charged and then drops to a
trickle charge to keep the battery pack at full capacity. The battery pack does not need to be discharged before recharging
because this method protects the battery from damage caused by overcharging.

IrDA Optical Communications

The IR communications port on the HomeBase connects with the IrDA port on the Dolphin. Reliable data communications at
speeds of up to 115K baud can be transmitted by the HomeBase. With no pins or contacts to break, IrDA will work reliably for
years.
The Dolphin 7200 HomeBase can be networked together for mass programming and charging. Units are individually
addressable, allowing each HomeBase to be automatically loaded with the right information and files for its user.

Convenient Storage

The Dolphin 7200 HomeBase is a safe and convenient storage receptacle for the Dolphin terminal. The HomeBase also holds a
spare charged battery pack.
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