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Cradle Parts (Back)

Note: Do not use the rubber feet when mounting in a non-horizontal orientation.

Rubber Foot

Mounting

Screw Hole

Power Cable Groove

Mounting

Screw Hole

Cable Hook

Power Port

Host Port

Host Cable

Groove

Mounting

Screw Hole

Converter

Knob

Cradle Connections

Important: Connect the interface cable and

power supply in the following order to ensure

proper operation of the scanner and cradle:

1. Insert the interface cable into the cradle’s

host port.

2. Connect the other end of the interface cable

to the host.

3. Connect the power supply to the cradle’s

power port if required by the interface, or to

allow fast charging of the scanner.

4. Connect the appropriate cable to the power

supply and an AC power source.

5. If applicable, thread the interface cable over

the cable hook and run the host and power

cables into their respective cable grooves.

6. If necessary, scan the appropriate host bar

code (for non-autodetected interfaces). See

the Product Reference Guide.

Changing the Host Interface

To connect to a different host, or to the same

host through a different cable:

1. Unplug the power supply from the cradle.

2. Unplug the interface cable from the host.

3. Connect the interface cable to the new host,

or the new interface cable to the existing

host.

4. Reconnect the power supply.

5. If necessary, scan the appropriate host bar

code (for non-autodetected interfaces). See

the Product Reference Guide.

If the scanner does not recognize the host, disconnect the power supply, then

reconnect after connecting the host cable.

Host

Port

Power Port

Mounting the Cradle

Horizontal Mount

1. Ensure the converter knob is in the

correct position, shown at right.

2. If mounting the cradle horizontally

where no fastening is necessary,

peel the protective paper from the

back of the rubber feet included

with the cradle packaging, and at-

tach the feet to the cradle at the

indentations in the plastic. These

feet provide traction and prevent

surface damage.

Non-Horizontal Mount

To mount the cradle on a non-horizontal surface:

1. Use a Philips screwdriver to turn the converter

knob to the position shown at right. The latches

protract to engage the depressions at the base

of the scanner’s handle.

2. Attach the interface and power cables to the

appropriate ports (see Cradle Connections).

3. Press the cables into the cable grooves.

4. Position the cradle on the mounting surface.

5. Mark the surface through the three holes on the

bottom of the cradle, or use the mounting tem-

plate to determine the location of the screw

holes.

6. Pre-drill holes to accommodate three 1.5" #8

Philips head screws.

7. Attach the cradle securely to the surface.

8. Place the scanner in the cradle.

Note: Do not use the rubber feet when mounting in

a non-horizontal orientation.

Converter Knob:

Horizontal Position

Converter Knob:

Non-horizontal Position

Inserting the Scanner in the Cradle

To insert the scanner in the cradle:

1. Insert the scanner top first.

2. Push the handle until it clicks into place, engaging the contacts in the cradle and scanner.

Sending Data to the Host Computer

The cradle receives data from the scanner via a wireless radio connection and transmits it to the

host computer via the host cable. The scanner and cradle must be paired for successful wireless

communication.

Pairing

Pairing registers a scanner to the cradle. The STB3478 is a multipoint cradle, and can connect to

up to four scanners at a time. The cradle includes pairing bar codes on both its front and back.

During pairing, the scanner and the cradle exchange information. A short low-high beep sequence

indicates successful pairing. Four low, long beeps indicate failure, or an unsuccessful pairing.

To pair the scanner with the cradle, scan either pairing bar code.

Lost Connection to Host

If scanned data does not transmit to the cradle’s host, ensure that all cables are firmly inserted

and the power supply is connected to an appropriate AC outlet. If scanned data still does not

transmit to the host, reestablish a connection with the host:

1. Disconnect the power supply from the cradle.

2. Disconnect the host interface cable from the cradle.

3. Wait three seconds.

4. Reconnect the host interface cable to the cradle.

5. Reconnect the power supply to the cradle.

6. Reestablish pairing with the cradle by scanning either pairing bar code.

Charging the Scanner Battery in the Cradle

To charge the scanner battery, place the scanner in the cradle (see Inserting the Scanner in the

Cradle). The battery begins charging within five seconds. A complete charge can take up to four

hours, depending on the remaining charge in the battery.

LED Charging Indications

The green LED indicates charging activity (see the table below). If the scanner is charging in fast

mode (non-bus powered mode), the green LED blinks at a fast rate. If the scanner is charging in

slow mode (bus-powered mode), the LED blinks at a slow rate.

If the red LED begins flashing, indicating a charging problem, remove the scanner from the cradle

and replace the battery. If the red LED continues flashing, contact a Symbol Support Center.

Standard Use LED Sequences

Off

No power is applied to the scanner, or the scanner is on and ready to scan.

Green

A bar code was successfully decoded.

Red

A data transmission error or scanner malfunction occurred.

For more details about LED indications, refer to the LS 3478 Product Reference Guide.

Using the USB Interface to Supply Power

When the cradle is connected to the host via the USB interface, the USB port can power the cradle

instead of an external power supply. In this mode, the cradle can only charge the scanner battery

in singlepoint mode. To charge a scanner in multipoint mode, an external power supply is required.

Troubleshooting

If the cradle does not work after following the previous procedures:

• Check the system power.

• Check for loose cable connections.

• Check that the scanner is inserted properly in the cradle.

• Check that the host settings are correct and the cradle is connected to the appropriate port on

the host.

Charging Use LED Sequences

Green Slow Flash

The scanner is in the cradle and is charging in slow mode (used when the cradle

is powered from the USB bus).

Green Fast Flash

The scanner is in the cradle and is charging in rapid mode (used when the cradle

is powered from an external power supply).

Red fast flash (two

flashes per second)

Overcharge condition. Contact the Symbol Support Center.

Red slow flash (one

flash per second)

Low battery voltage. Replace the battery.

Red and green flash

Temperature fault. Move the cradle to a location where the temperature is

- 40

C; optimal charging temperature is 5

- 35

Do not pour, spray, or spill any liquid on the cradle.

Mounting Template

Dimension tolerance = ± 0.01 inch (± 0.25 mm)

2.26"

[57.28mm]

1.13"

[28.64mm]

5.05"

[128.27mm]