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MX3X User Guide
IMPORTANT NOTICE.
LXE's MX3X is obsolete. This electronic guide has been made available as a courtesy to our customers. Contact
your
LXE representative
for replacement and assistance.
E-EQ-MX3XOGWW-P-ARC
2010 Copyright© by LXE®, Inc, An EMS Technologies Company. All Rights
Reserved.

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  • Page 1 MX3X User Guide IMPORTANT NOTICE. LXE's MX3X is obsolete. This electronic guide has been made available as a courtesy to our customers. Contact your LXE representative for replacement and assistance. E-EQ-MX3XOGWW-P-ARC 2010 Copyright© by LXE®, Inc, An EMS Technologies Company. All Rights...
  • Page 2 Java® and Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the U.S. or other countries, and are used under license. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by LXE, Inc. is under license.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Vehicle Power Supply, 24 - 72 Maximum VDC (Fuse Not Shown) Vehicle Power Supply Footprint Connecting the Headset Cable Adjust Headset / Microphone and Secure Cable Connecting a Tethered Scanner Attaching the Handstrap E-EQ-MX3XOGWW-P-ARC [ i  ] MX3X User Guide...
  • Page 4 Cold Boot Troubleshooting Continuous Scan Mode Regulatory Notices and Safety Information Class A Digital Device RF Notices Lithium Battery Safety Statement Laser Light Safety Statement Vehicle Power Supply Connection Safety Statement Revision History Index E-EQ-MX3XOGWW-P-ARC [ ii  ] MX3X User Guide...

  • Page 5: Set Up A New Mx3X

    Set Up A New MX3X Note: LXE recommends that installation or removal of accessories be performed on a clean, well-lit surface. When necessary, protect the work surface, the MX3X, and components from electrostatic discharge. While the MX3X is in a Hazardous Location DO NOT: Connect an external power source to the MX3X.

  • Page 6: Laser Warnings And Labels

    Do not look into the laser’s lens. Do not stare directly into the laser beam. Do not remove the laser caution labels from the MX3X. Do not connect the laser barcode aperture to any other device. The laser barcode aperture is certified for use with the MX3X only.

  • Page 7: Components

    7. Alt LED 8. Ctrl LED 9. Shift LED 10. Caps LED 11. Scanner LED 12. Backup Battery LED 13. Status LED 14. Main Battery LED 15. Charger LED 16. Scan or Enter (programmable) E-EQ-MX3XOGWW-P-ARC [ 3  ] MX3X User Guide...
  • Page 8 7. Back Cover Endcap 1. DC Power Jack 2. Left Port 3. Right Port (USB-C) 4. Audio Jack or External Antenna Connector Note: The IR port on the back of the device is COM 2. E-EQ-MX3XOGWW-P-ARC [ 4  ] MX3X User Guide...
  • Page 9 USB Client Audio Jack Scanner Serial COM1 Audio Jack Scanner USB Client Audio Jack Serial COM3 Serial COM1 Antenna Serial COM3 USB Client Antenna USB Host Serial COM1 Antenna USB Host USB Client Antenna E-EQ-MX3XOGWW-P-ARC [ 5  ] MX3X User Guide...

  • Page 10: Batteries

    MX3X. An MX3X will retain data, while the main battery is removed and replaced with a fully charged main battery, for 5 minutes. Important: When the backup battery power is Low or Very Low connect the AC adapter to the MX3X before replacing the main battery.

  • Page 11: Hotswap The Main Battery

    Hazardous Locations. New batteries must be fully charged prior to use. The main battery can be recharged in an AC powered Multi-Charger after the battery has been removed from the MX3X or its packing material when new. The main battery while in the MX3X can be recharged using several different methods.

  • Page 12: Tapping The Touchscreen With A Stylus

    Place the cursor in a text box prior to retrieving data using the scanner/imager or an input/output device connected to the serial port. A right-click can be simulated by touching the touchscreen with the stylus and holding it for a short time. A stylus replacement kit is available. E-EQ-MX3XOGWW-P-ARC [ 8  ] MX3X User Guide...

  • Page 13: Backlights And Indicators

    Backlights and Indicators Backlights and Indicators Across the top of the keypad are LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) that provide visual cues to current MX3X operation. When the LED is not illuminated, the function is inactive. When illuminated . . .

  • Page 14: Connecting Cables To The Mx3X

    Prerequisite : An endcap with a USB Host port (labeled USB-H). USB-H Cable Assembly 1. Seat the cable end connector (connector 1) firmly over the USB-H port on the MX3X endcap. 2. Tighten the thumbscrews in a clockwise direction. Do not over tighten.

  • Page 15: Connect Cable - Serial

    Connect Cable - Serial Prerequisite : An endcap with a serial port (labeled RS-232) 1. Seat the cable end connector firmly over the serial COM port on the MX3X endcap. 2. Turn the thumbscrews in a clockwise direction. Do not over tighten.

  • Page 16: Connecting An Ac/Dc Power Supply

    (IEC 320 connector). 3. Plug cordset into appropriate, grounded, electrical supply receptacle (AC mains). 4. Insert the barrel connector end of the AC/DC 12V power supply adapter into the power jack on the MX3X endcap and push in firmly.

  • Page 17: Connecting Vehicle Power

    9000302PWRSPLY – Power Supply, 60-110VDC with cable Connecting Electrical Cables to Power Sources The DC to DC power supply is used to provide vehicle power to the MX3X when placed in a DC powered vehicle dock. Specifications for Electrical Supply...

  • Page 18: Wiring Schematic

    How To Connect Vehicle Electrical Connection 1. The vehicle cradle must be empty. 2. Begin by connecting the power cable to the MX3X's vehicle cradle. Work from this connection with the last connection being to the vehicle’s power source. 3. Route the cable from the cradle to the DC to DC converter.
  • Page 19 15. Provide mechanical support for the cable by securing it to the vehicle structure at approximately one foot intervals, tak- ing care not to over tighten and pinch conductors or penetrate outer cable jacket. E-EQ-MX3XOGWW-P-ARC [ 15  ] MX3X User Guide...

  • Page 20: Vehicle Cradle 10.8-16 Vdc Direct Connection

    Note: Correct electrical polarity is required for safe and proper installation. Connecting the cable to the vehicle cradle with the polarity reversed will cause the vehicle cradle fuse to be blown. See the following table for wire color-coding specifics. Wiring color codes for LXE supplied DC input power cabling: Vehicle Supply Wire Color +10.8 - 16VDC (DC +)

  • Page 21: Vehicle Cradle 24/72 Maximum Vdc Input Cable Connection

    Vehicle Power Supply Footprint Power Supply Dimensions Length: 9.25” / 23.5 cm Height: 2.5” / 6 cm Width: 4.7” / 12 cm Mounting hole center Width: 3.5” / 9 cm Length: 8.75” / 22.2 cm E-EQ-MX3XOGWW-P-ARC [ 17  ] MX3X User Guide...
  • Page 22 Vehicle Power Supply Footprint 1. If the MX3X is in the cradle, it can be either On or Off during this process. 2. Turn the Power Supply toggle switch to the Off position. 3. While observing the fuse requirements specified above, connect the power cable as close as possible to the actual bat- tery terminals of the vehicle.

  • Page 23: Connecting The Headset Cable

    2. Headphones 3. Microphone Connect the MX3X voice cable I/O connector to the I/O port on the MX3X. The MX3X internal microphone and speaker are automatically disabled. Slide the voice cable ends together until they click shut. Do not twist or bend the connectors.

  • Page 24: Adjust Headset / Microphone And Secure Cable

    The headset consists of an earpiece, a microphone, a clothing clip and a cable. The headset attaches to the audio cable end of the voice cable which attaches to the MX3X. Align the audio connector and the headset quick connect cable end. Firmly push the cable ends together until they click and lock in place.

  • Page 25: Connecting A Tethered Scanner

    The tethered scanner requires power on pin 9 of the MX3X’s serial port. To set the MX3X to use a tethered scanner, select Start | Settings | Control Panel | Scanner | COM1 (or 2 or 3).

  • Page 26: Attaching The Handstrap

    MX3X is placed into service again. Attach Stylus Tether and Sleeve The stylus kit includes the stylus, tether and sleeves. The tether allows the stylus to be mounted to the MX3X and the sleeve provides storage for the stylus when not in use.

  • Page 27: Set Date And Time Zone

    The GrabTime utility can be configured to synchronize the time with a local server during each reboot function. Tap the Sync button to synchronize date and time with a networked time server. By default, the MX3X operating system first searches for a time server on the local intranet. If not found, it then searches the Internet for a time server. A connection to the Internet is required for this option.

  • Page 28: Using The Input Panel / Virtual Keyboard

    Move the cursor into the text entry field when you want to enter data using the Input Panel. Keyboard icon in the taskbar When finished entering data, tap the icon in the Taskbar again. Select Hide Input Panel. E-EQ-MX3XOGWW-P-ARC [ 24  ] MX3X User Guide...

  • Page 29: Set Power Scheme Timers

    System Idle timer has expired. When the User Idle timer is set to “Never”, the power scheme timers never place the MX3X in User Idle, System Idle or Suspend modes (even when the MX3X is idle).

  • Page 30: Adjust Speaker Volume

    You can also select / deselect sounds for key clicks and screen taps and whether each is loud or soft. As the volume scrollbar is moved between Loud and Soft, the MX3X emits a tone each time the volume increases or decreases in decibel range.

  • Page 31: Touchscreen

    Adjusting the Display Backlight Timer Start | Settings | Control Panel | Display | Backlight The backlight settings use the LXE set of default timeouts and are synchronized to the User Idle setting in the Schemes tab in the Power control panel.

  • Page 32: Cleaning The Touchscreen And Scanner Aperture

    (802.11x), make sure your mobile client is communicating with the Access Point. 2. From Start | Program, run LXE RFTerm or tap the RFTerm icon on the desktop. 3. Select Session | Configure from the application menu and select the "host type" that you require. This will depend on the type of host system that you are going to connect to;...

  • Page 33: Using The Applock Switchpad

    Using the AppLock Switchpad Using the AppLock Switchpad Note: The touchscreen must be enabled. Select Start | Settings | Control Panel | MX3X Options | Misc. tab to verify touchscreen status. Switchpad Menu Switchpad Icon in Taskbar A checkmark indicates applications currently active or available for Launching by the MX3X user. When Keyboard, on the Switchpad Menu, is selected, the default input method (Input Panel, Transcriber, or custom input method) is activated.

  • Page 34: Connecting To Bluetooth Devices

    The system administrator has also assigned a Computer Friendly Name using LXEZ Pairing Control Panel for the MX3X. To connect Bluetooth devices, the MX3X should be as close as possible and in direct line of sight with the targeted Bluetooth device during the discovery and pairing process.

  • Page 35: Reboot

    . Tap the OK button. Note: Because of the extreme nature of cold boot, LXE recommends using this command only as an emergency (or when instructed to do so as part of a specific MX3X procedure). The text typed in the text box can be upper or lower case or a combination of upper and lower case letters.

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Can’t change the date/time or AppLock is installed and may be running in User Mode on the MX3X. AppLock user mode adjust the volume. restricts access to the control panels. Touchscreen is not accepting Press <Ctrl>+<Esc> to force the Start Menu to appear. Use the tab, backtab and cursor stylus taps or needs recal- keys to move the cursor from element to element.

  • Page 37: Regulatory Notices And Safety Information

    Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. NOTICE Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by LXE, Inc., may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. Industry Canada This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.

  • Page 38: Rf Notices

    Information to User A label on the exterior of the device should resemble one of the labels shown below (the label contains the LXE part number of the installed radio card). The labels shown below and affixed to the device, identify where the device may be used and where its use is restricted.

  • Page 39: Lithium Battery Safety Statement

    Legend: Danish – DK; English – US; Finnish – FI; French- - FR; German – DE; Greek – GR; Italian – IT; Norwegian – NO; Portuguese – PT; Spanish – ES; Swedish – SE; Turkish – TR. E-EQ-MX3XOGWW-P-ARC [ 35  ] MX3X User Guide...

  • Page 40: Laser Light Safety Statement

    Advertencia: Este producto usa luz de láser. Las etiquetas se proveen en la máquina exploradora. Por favor, lea detenidamente la explicación para las precauciones. (ES) Waarschuwing: Dit product gebruikt laserlicht. Een van de volgende labels is op de scanner aangebracht. Lees a.u.b. de waarschuwing onder Oppassen. (NL) E-EQ-MX3XOGWW-P-ARC [ 36  ] MX3X User Guide...
  • Page 41 Laser Light Safety Statement E-EQ-MX3XOGWW-P-ARC [ 37  ] MX3X User Guide...

  • Page 42: Vehicle Power Supply Connection Safety Statement

    Revision / Date Location Change M / Aug 2009 - Initial Release Formatted for browser delivery N / Oct 2009 Cover page Apply Marketing Color Scheme P / Jan 2010 Archived/Obsolete Components Added Component pages. E-EQ-MX3XOGWW-P-ARC [ 38  ] MX3X User Guide...

  • Page 43: Index

    Connect Cable- USB Host Laser Warnings and Labels Connect Cable - Seria LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) Connect or Remove the Battery Pack Lithium Battery Safety Statement Connecting a Tethered Scanner Connecting an External Power Supply E-EQ-MX3XOGWW-P-ARC [ 39  ] MX3X User Guide...
  • Page 44 Setup Terminal Emulation Parameters SIP soft input panel Software Setup Specifications Vehicle 10.8 - 16VDC Storage Temperature WW AC to DC Stylus how to use Switchpad Sync button Synchronize with a Local Time Server E-EQ-MX3XOGWW-P-ARC [ 40  ] MX3X User Guide...

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