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Connect Power Supply to Vehicle Mounted Dock Installing the Auxiliary Battery Pack Attaching the Hand Strap Attaching the Shoulder Strap Marathon Configuration Options Date and Time Power Management Speaker Volume Connect Bluetooth Devices E-EQ-MARATHONOGWW-A [ i ] Marathon™ User Guide...
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Restart/Shutdown Calibrate Touchscreen Marathon Desktop and Vehicle Dock Using the Vehicle Dock Place the Marathon in the Vehicle Dock Removing the Marathon from the Vehicle Dock Using the Desktop Dock Place the Marathon in the Desktop Dock Removing the Marathon from the Desktop Dock...
Power key. Note: If your Marathon is shipped with a Microsoft Windows operating system pre-installed, it may be necessary to complete the Windows licensing/registration screens when starting the Marathon for the first time. To complete this information, you may need the Microsoft Windows software/product key that is included with the Marathon. Please refer to the Marathon Reference Guide for more instruction.
Laser Warnings and Labels Laser Warnings and Labels Note: A 2D Imager Add-on may be installed on the Marathon. Laser warnings and labels that follow are specifically for a Marathon with a 2D Imager. Do not look into the laser’s lens.
Components Components Front View Marathon Components, Front Position Function Status Indicators Speakers Touch Screen / Display Microphone Power Button Biometric Mouse E-EQ-MARATHONOGWW-A [ 3 ] Marathon™ User Guide...
External Antenna Connections (use in vehicle dock only) Docking Connector (use in desktop and vehicle mount docks) Right Side View The components are on the right side of the Marathon when viewed from the front. Marathon Components, Right Position Function USB Port Cover...
Left Side View Left Side View The components are on the left side of the Marathon when viewed from the front. Marathon Components, Left Position Function Power/Jack Cover Audio Jack Power Connector E-EQ-MARATHONOGWW-A [ 6 ] Marathon™ User Guide...
Charge or Recharge the Main Battery Important: A new Marathon must be connected to an external power source to charge the main battery before first use. The Marathon contains an internal Lithium Ion battery that, once fully charged, powers the Marathon for a minimum of 3 hours and 30 minutes (when the unit is not mounted in a powered dock or connected to an AC/DC adapter or auxiliary battery).
Tray. From the menu that pops up, tap Right Button to enable the mouse icon. When this option is enabled, a checkmark is displayed in the menu. Biometric Mouse can be used instead of the touchscreen. A stylus replacement kit is available. E-EQ-MARATHONOGWW-A [ 8 ] Marathon™ User Guide...
Tapping the biometric mouse and holding generates a right-click. Using the Biometric Mouse Note: If experiencing difficulties with the biometric mouse navigation, try varying the finger pressure on the biometric mouse. The system administrator can disable the biometric mouse navigation function. E-EQ-MARATHONOGWW-A [ 9 ] Marathon™ User Guide...
LED Indicators LED Indicators Power Button The power button is backlit as follows: Off when not activated, Marathon is Off Solid blue when activated, Marathon is On Flashes blue when Marathon is in standby Status LEDs Status LED indicators are located next to the upper left hand corner of the display.
Note: Do not connect or disconnect cables in a Hazardous location. Connecting USB Devices The Marathon provides two Type A USB ports behind the access door on the right side of the device. Open the port cover on the right side of the Marathon.
3. Plug cordset into appropriate, grounded, electrical supply receptacle (AC mains). 4. The LED on the AC adapter illuminates. 5. Open the port cover on the left side of the Marathon. When the power connector is not used, LXE recommends keeping the port cover door closed.
Connecting an Audio Device Connecting an Audio Device The Marathon provides an external headset connection via an audio jack connector under the left-hand port cover. Marathon Components, Left Position Function Power Connector / Audio Jack Cover Audio Jack Power Connector 1.
Connecting a USB Tethered Scanner Connecting a USB Tethered Scanner The Marathon accepts only USB tethered scanners. The scanner is connected to one of the USB ports on the right side of the Marathon. If the tethered scanner does not have it's own power supply, e.g. installed rechargeable battery, the tethered scanner draws power from the Marathon battery.
Power Adapter illuminates to indicate it is drawing power from the vehicle. 2. Open the port cover on the left side of the Marathon. When the power connector is not used, LXE recommends keeping the port cover door closed.
Put the screws and cover aside in a safe place. 4. Line up the charging pins on the auxiliary battery with the charging pins in the Marathon auxiliary battery connector bay. E-EQ-MARATHONOGWW-A [ 16 ] Marathon™ User Guide...
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One auxiliary battery can be recharged in a powered desktop dock (See Marathon Dock Reference Guide) and four auxiliary batteries can be recharged in the Marathon Battery Charger (See Marathon Battery Charger User Guide). An attached auxiliary battery will begin to recharge when the Marathon is placed in a powered desktop dock or powered vehicle dock.
Attaching the Hand Strap The hand strap is designed to be used with the Marathon with or without an auxiliary battery attached. The hand strap is designed so the Marathon can be mounted in the desktop dock or the vehicle dock without removing the hand strap.
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Marathon. 9. Test the strap's connection making sure the Marathon is securely connected to each end of the strap connectors. Check the closed loop fastener and hand strap base connection frequently. If loose, they must be tightened or replaced before the Marathon is placed into service again.
Attaching the Shoulder Strap The shoulder strap is designed to be used with the Marathon with or without an auxiliary battery attached. The shoulder strap is designed so the Marathon can be mounted in the desktop dock or the vehicle dock without removing the shoulder strap.
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6. Hook the swivel hooks on each end of the Shoulder Strap to the short loops on the adapters. Adjust the shoulder strap length as desired. Adjust the pad on the shoulder strap so it rests comfortably on the shoulder. E-EQ-MARATHONOGWW-A [ 21 ] Marathon™ User Guide...
Tap Start | Shut Down | Shut down The Reset Button, on the right side of the Marathon, when pressed with the tip of the stylus performs the same function as the software key sequence Start | Shut Down | Restart.
Removing the Marathon from the Vehicle Dock To take the Marathon out of the dock, press down and out on the release mechanisms and the unit will spring forward out of the dock. Pick the unit up and out of the dock.
Place the Marathon in the Desktop Dock Lower the Marathon straight down into the docking bay until it is seated and then let it fall back into the dock. If desired insert an auxiliary battery in the spare battery charging bay.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. NOTICE Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by LXE, Inc., may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. EMC Directive Requirements This is a Class B product.
Li-Ion Battery When disposing of the Marathon main battery, the following precautions should be observed: The battery should be disposed of properly. The battery should not be disassembled or crushed. The battery should not be heated above 212°F (100°C) or incinerated.
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Connecting an External Power Supply Stylus Connecting Cables how to use Connecting Cigarette Lighter Cable Connecting USB Devices Touchscreen and the stylus Date and Time WEEE Hand Strap assembly Hardware Setup Laser Light Safety Statement E-EQ-MARATHONOGWW-A [ 30 ] Marathon™ User Guide...
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