Magnetic Stripe Reader - Symbol MC9000-G Product Reference Manual

7-18 MC9000-G for Embedded Windows® CE .NET Product Reference Guide

Magnetic Stripe Reader

This section describes how to set up and use the snap-on MSR with the MC9000-G. The MSR snaps
on to the mobile computer and can be removed easily when not in use.
Card Reader Slot
Communications Port
The MSR:
• Provides mobile computer's operating power and battery charging power when used with
the Symbol approved power supply and cable.
• Allows the mobile computer to capture data from magnetic stripe cards. (To download MSR
data capture software, visit: http://devzone.symbol.com.)
• Provides serial connection through the serial pass-through port for communication with a
serial device, such as a host computer. For communication setup procedures, see
Communications Setup on page
• Provides USB connection through the USB pass-through port for communication with a USB
device, such as a host computer. For communication setup procedures, see
Setup on page
• Charges the mobile computer's battery, when used with the appropriate power supply.
Latches
Figure 7-11. MSR
4-10.
4-13.
Pogo Pin Pass Through
Connector
Latch Grip
Power Port
USB Connection
Serial