Cradles; Status Led; Desktop Cradle; Connectors - LXE MX3X User Manual

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Cradles

Note: The "MX3 Cradle Reference Guide" contains cradle installation and technical
information.
There are two types of cradles: a desktop cradle for table top charging/communication
applications and a vehicle mount cradle for vehicle mounted charging/communication
applications.
The cradles give the MX3X the ability to communicate with a host computer and other equipment.
In addition, using wall AC adapters or DC/DC converters, the cradle transfers power to the
internal charging circuitry of the MX3X and, in turn, the MX3X recharges the Main Battery.
The MX3X can be either on or in Suspend mode while in the cradle. The MX3X can be inserted
and removed from the cradle with one hand.
Cables are available from LXE for connecting the cradle to a printer, a personal computer or a
barcode printer. Tethered scanners (for RS-232 cradle connection) are also available from LXE.

Status LED

An LED indicator on the front of the cradle shows the status of the cradle. When the indicator is
not illuminated, there is no power applied to the cradle.
Cradle Power
Docked
IR Active

Desktop Cradle

Note: LXE recommends the correct Desktop Cradle always be used to store / charge /
communicate with the MX3X. The MX3X Desktop Cradle label is located on the bottom
of the device. The MX3X Desktop cradle Product Number is 2381A002DESKCRADLE.
Lower the MX3X straight into the cradle, tilt it forward and then let it rest backward in the cradle.
Ensure that the MX3X is properly seated on the charging contacts. The CHGR LED will
illuminate green when the MX3X is correctly seated in the cradle. The CHGR LED will
illuminate red when the MX3X main battery is being charged (in a cradle connected to an external
power source). To remove the MX3X, tilt the MX3X forward and lift it straight up out of the
cradle.
Note: Do not "slam" or slide the MX3X sideways into the cradle. Damage may result.

Connectors

The Power connector is located on the back of the cradle in the top left hand corner. The cradle
can be powered, if required, by an LXE US AC Adapter or an LXE International AC Adapter.
When powered, the cradle transfers power to the internal charging circuitry of the MX3X
allowing it to recharge the Main Battery. A powered cradle supports RS-232 and IR
communications.
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Orange External power applied to the cradle.
Green Power applied to the cradle and charging connection made with
the MX3X.
Red IR communication is active.
Cradles
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