R ITRONIX GoBook® Handheld Computer Multidock Communications Cradle User Guide for the GoBook Q•100 Please read these instructions before using this equipment
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MULTIDOCK COMMUNICATIONS CRADLE FOR THE GOBOOK Q•100 Introduction The Multidock Communications Cradle is an optional device used with the GoBook Q•100 handheld computer. It is designed for indoor use in an office-type environment. The Multidock Communications Cradle provides battery charging, convenient storage and network data communication for up to six handheld computers without the need for a PC.
RJ45 Jack (Ethernet Connector) 115VAC / 230VAC Selector Switch Multidock Back View Docking Connector Multidock Pocket Front View Data Activity Status LED (Yellow) Link Status LED (Green) Ethernet Connector Features of the Multidock Communications Cradle When attached to external power, the Multidock Communications Cradle will simultaneously charge up to six GoBook Q•100 handheld computers and allow USB data communication to the handheld computers through one 10/100 BaseT Ethernet connection.
• Each unit charges independently of the others • Charge status is indicated by the Charge Status LED on the handheld computer • When no handheld computers are inserted, the power supply and power supply fan turn off automatically.
Ethernet Setup To setup the Q•100 Multidock Communications Cradle for Ethernet connectivity, you will first need to download the following files from http://www.itronix.com/ product_support/downloads.asp to your Q•100 computer(s): • pscradle-Itonix-x.xarmppc.CAB (x.x represents the latest version of this file) • the latest image files for the Operating System and Q•100 To install and configure the PSCradle software on the Q•100: 1 Click the pscradle-Itronix-x.x.armppc.
Maintaining the Multidock Communications Cradle CAUTION There are no user serviceable parts inside the Multidock Communications Cradle or handheld computer. Do not attempt to open either unit. Although the Q•100 computer is rugged, waterproof and sealed against the rain, dirt and dust, the Multidock Communications Cradle is not. The Multidock Communications Cradle is intended to be used indoors.
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