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E-EQ-MX3CEOGWW-A-ARC MX3-CE Installation and Operator’s Guide
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 MX3-CE 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 MX3-CE and, in turn, the MX3-CE recharges the Main
Battery.
The MX3-CE can be either on or in Suspend mode while in the cradle. The MX3-CE 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.
Desktop Cradle
Figure 29 MX3-CE in the Desktop Cradle
How To:
Lower the MX3-CE straight into the cradle, tilt it forwards and then let it rest backwards into the
cradle. Ensure that the MX3-CE is properly seated on the charging contacts. The CHGR LED will
illuminate green when the MX3-CE is correctly seated in the cradle. The CHGR LED will
illuminate red when the MX3-CE main battery is being charged (in a cradle connected to an
external power source).
To remove the MX3-CE, tilt the MX3-CE forward and lift it straight up out of the cradle.
Note: Do not "slam" or slide the MX3-CE sideways into the cradle. Damage may result.
