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MX8 Cradles (Optional)

The MX8 Desktop Cradle restrains the MX8, re-charges MX8 main batteries, and enables serial
or USB communication with a PC, scanner, printer or other peripheral device. MX8 keypad data
entries can be mixed with cradle-tethered scanner barcode data entries while the MX8 is in a
powered cradle. Bluetooth device connection and use, while the MX8 is docked, are managed by
the MX8 Control Panel Bluetooth program, not the cradle.
Using wall AC adapters or DC/DC converters, the desktop cradle can also recharge a spare MX8
battery in approximately 4 hours while the mobile device is docked. The MX8 battery recharging
is managed by the power management configuration in the docked MX8. The MX8 can be either
On or in Suspend Mode while in the cradles. Special purpose and power cables are available from
LXE.
Wireless host/client communications can occur whether the cradle is receiving external power or
not as wireless functions draw power from the main battery in the MX8.
The cradles are designed to secure an MX8 with or without a protective boot, a handstrap and/or a
trigger handle.
Note:
The MX8 Passive Vehicle Cradle does not have connectors that can accept an external power
source or tethered scanner. It is designed to secure the MX8 in a vehicle.
MX8 Reference Guide
The MX8 AC Power Adapters (MX8A301CRDLPSAC and MX8A302CRDLPSACWW)
are only intended for use with the MX8 multi-purpose cables and the MX8 Desktop
Cradle.
Please refer to the MX8 Cradle Reference Guide for installation, technical
specifications and user instruction.
MX8 Cradles (Optional)
E-EQ-MX8RG-A