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The information contained herein is proprietary and is provided solely for the purpose of allowing customers to operate and/or service Intermec manufactured equipment and is not to be released, reproduced, or used for any other purpose without written permission of Intermec.
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This page records the changes to this document. The manual was originally released as version 001. Version Date Description of Change 03/03 Updated information to remove references to the Power Not Active LED. Made other small changes. MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
Choosing a Suitable Site ............8 Mounting the Power Bridge............9 Free-Stand Mounting ..........9 Wall Hanging............. 9 Cabling the Power Bridge ............10 Connecting Cables to the Power Bridge....11 Connecting Cables to End Devices......11 MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
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............15 Important Safety Information..........16 Power Cord Set ..............18 Specifications and Troubleshooting ....19 Technical Specifications ............20 Physical Specifications..........20 Environmental Specifications ........20 Electrical Specifications..........20 Ethernet Interface ............ 20 Troubleshooting..............21 MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
Safety Summary Your safety is extremely important. Read and follow all warnings and cautions in this book before handling and operating Intermec equipment. You can be seriously injured, and equipment and data can be damaged if you do not follow the safety warnings and cautions.
Note: Notes either provide extra information about a topic or contain special instructions for handling a particular condition or set of circumstances. viii MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
To use this document effectively, you should have a working knowledge of Ethernet infrastructures. In addition, you should have a working knowledge of • basic electronics and mechanical assembly, as well as an understanding of related local building codes. • local operating and troubleshooting procedures. MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
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Before You Begin MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
Introduction This chapter introduces the MobileLAN™power bridge and explains how it can be used in your network. This chapter covers these topics: • About the Power Bridge • Power Bridge—front view detail • Power Bridge status indications • Power Bridge—rear view detail •...
• Port overload and short-circuit protection • Port status LEDs • 15.4W minimum allowable output power • Free-standing or wall-hanging mounting The Power Bridge also eliminates the need for terminal’s AC outlets, UPS, and AC/DC adapters. MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
Power Enabled and is active and receiving power. For more information, see “Power Bridge Status LEDs” on page 5. Main LED The Main LED (green) provides the Power Bridge’s AC power status. For more information, see “Power Bridge Status LEDs” on page 5. MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
The Information label (located on the bottom of the Power Bridge) shows the following: • Part number of the Power Bridge • Serial number of the Power Bridge and date code • Electrical and safety compliance You may need this information for reporting purposes. MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
Main power supply unit Main voltage is under 46V Power Active voltage exceeds specified limits or above 57V; port’s power LED off is disabled For more information on using the LEDs to troubleshoot, see Appendix B, “Specifications and Troubleshooting.” MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
IP phones, web cameras, laptop computers, and others. That is, the Power Bridge can be used to power any Ethernet device with power requirements that are within the specified powering capabilities. This illustration shows examples of network configurations. MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
Power Bridge. This chapter covers these topics: • Verifying kit contents • Recording identification information • Choosing a suitable site • Mounting the Power Bridge • Powering up the Power Bridge • Cabling the Power Bridge MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
When deciding where to position the Power Bridge, be sure that • the Power Bridge is accessible and cables can be connected easily. • the ambient room temperature is less than 40°C (104°F); however, the recommended room temperature is 25°C (77°F) or less. MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
1 Drill two 6 mm (.24 in) holes. 2 Insert a screw (not included) in each hole, leaving 0.5 cm (.2 in) of the screws protruding out of the wall. 3 Hang the Power Bridge on the screws. MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
The Main LED and Active LED turn off. d The Main LED lights up and remains lit. e The Active LED is ready for normal indications. For more information, see the “Power Active LED Table” on page 5. MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
The Power Bridge contains proprietary line sensing capabilities that enable it to send power only to end devices that know how to receive power. These end devices, termed Power Enabled, receive power once they are connected to the Power Bridge. MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
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RJ-45 connection. If an external splitter is needed, be sure to use a splitter with the correct connector and polarity. • the end device’s power requirements are consistent with the Power Bridge voltage and power ratings. See Appendix B for voltage and power ratings. MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
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Monitor the port LEDs. If the Power Active LED lights, the Power Bridge has identified your end device as Power over Ethernet Enabled, and the port is sending power. Refer to Appendix B, if needed. MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
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Chapter 2 — Installing the Power Bridge MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
Do not work on the system or connect or disconnect cables during periods of lightning activity. Avertissement : N'utilisez pas le système ou ne connectez ou ne déconnectez pas les câbles en cas d'éclairs à l'extérieur. MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
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Pont d’alimentation et de sortie de l’alimentation sont munis de prises de données blindées RJ-45. Ces prises ne peuvent pas être traitées comme de simples prises de téléphone ordinaires. Utilisez seulement des connecteurs de données RJ-45 avec ces prises. MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
U.K. only: The Power Bridge is covered by Oftel General Approval, NS/G/12345/J/100003, for indirect connection to a public telecommunications system. This connection can only be achieved using the console port on the unit and an approved modem. MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
Appendix B — Specifications and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section provides a symptoms and resolutions to help you troubleshoot minor operating problems. If the provided resolutions do not solve your problem, call your local Intermec representative for further assistance. If you encounter problems •...
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Wait for 5 to 10 seconds. If the Power Active LED lights, there was a charged capacitor in the end device, which was discharged after being plugged in. The end device can then be detected and activated. MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
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Bridge. Remember to move the Data In port of the switch/hub accordingly—if it works, a Power & Data Out or Data In port in the Power Bridge is probably faulty, or you have a bad RJ-45 connection. MobileLAN power User’s Guide...
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