PL370/470 Cradle Quick Reference Guide
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Quick Reference Guide 3 Introduction The PhaserLink 370/470 Radio Frequency (RF) cradle acts as a stand, host communication interface and a charger for the Phaser RF scanner. For convenience, the cradle can sit on a desktop or be mounted on a wall. The cradle receives data from the scanner via radio frequency (RF) transmissions through the antenna, then transmits that data to the host device through an attached cable. The cradle also charges the scanner’s battery pack (in the scanner).
PL370/470 Cradle Parts Antenna Pairing Label Scanner Support Tab Charging/ Communication Contacts COM 1 Port Power Port Charging LED Wall-mounting Socket 1 Wall-mounting Socket 2 Connecting to the Host COM1 Power Port To connect the cradle to a host: 1. Insert the appropriate interface cable from the host computer into the COM1 port. 2. Connect the power connector of the power supply (p/n 50-19000-101) into the cradle power port. (The cradle cannot be powered by the host computer.) 3.
Quick Reference Guide 5 Wall Mounting Before wall-mounting the cradle, the scanner support tab must be changed from the desk-mount position to the wall-mount position.. 1 1. Lift the scanner support tab out of 2. 3. Desk Mount Wall Mount 2 4. Cable Grooves 5. 3 6. the top part of the cradle and replace it in the wall-mount position as shown. Seat the cables from the bottom of the cradle in the grooves along the length of the cradle so that the bottom of the cradle is smooth and flat.
PL370/470 Cradle Inserting Phaser in the Cradle Place the Phaser scanner in the cradle so that the top of the scanner sits in the larger part of the cradle and the metal contacts on the bottom of the scanner touch the contacts on the cradle. Pairing The wireless connection between the scanner and cradle is the low power radio transmission through RF transceivers in both the scanner and cradle. Communication consists of bidirectional message packets.
Quick Reference Guide 7 complete charge takes up to 4 hours, depending upon the remaining charge in the battery. Charging LED Once the scanner is placed in the cradle, it waits 15 minutes to start charging the battery in the scanner. The LED indicates the charging status as follows: LED Description Off The scanner is not in the cradle. Slow Blink Scanner is in cradle but not charging. Fast Blink Scanner is in cradle and charging. On Scanner is in cradle and the charge cycle is complete.
PL370/470 Cradle Health and Safety Recommendations Ergonomic Recommendations - CAUTION In order to avoid or minimize the potential risk of ergonomic injury follow the recommendations below. Consult with your local Health & Safety Manager to ensure that you are adhering to your company's safety programs to prevent employee injury. Reduce or eliminate repetitive motion. Maintain a natural position. Reduce or eliminate excessive force. Keep objects that are used frequently within easy reach.
Quick Reference Guide 9 Persons with Pacemakers: - Should ALWAYS keep the device more than 15cm (6 inches) from their pacemaker when turned ON - Should not carry the device in a breast pocket - Should use the ear furthest from the pacemaker to minimise the potential for interference. If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, turn OFF your device. Hearing Aids The wireless device may interfere with some hearing aids.
PL370/470 Cradle DANISH / DANSK KLASSE 1 KLASSE 1 LASERPRODUKT KLASSE 2 LASERLYF SE IKKE IND I STRÅLEN KLASSE 2 LASERPRODUKT ITALIAN / ITALIANO CLASSE 1 PRODOTTO AL LASER DI CLASSE 1 CLASSE 2 LUCE LASER NON FISSARE IL RAGGIOPRODOTTO AL LASER DI CLASSE 2 DUTCH / NEDERLANDS KLASSE 1 KLASSE-1 LASERPRODUKT KLASSE 2 LASERLICHT NIET IN STRAAL STAREN KLASSE-2 LASERPRODUKT NORWEGIAN / NORSK KLASSE 1 LASERPRODUKT, KLASSE 1 KLASSE 2 LASERLYS IKKE STIRR INN I LYSSTRÅLEN LASERPRODUKT, KLASSE 2 FINNISH / SUOMI
Quick Reference Guide 11 Symbol Rechargeable Batteries Symbol rechargeable battery packs are designed and constructed to the highest standards within the industry. However, there are limitations to how long a battery can operate or be stored before needing replacement. Many factors affect the life of a battery pack such as heat, cold, customer usage profiles, age, and severe drops.
PL370/470 Cradle Marking and European Economic Area (EEA) 2.4GHz devices for use through the EEA have the following restrictions: - Maximum radiated transmit power of 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range 2.400 -2.4835 GHz - France, equipment is restricted to 2.446 -2.454 GHz frequency range - Italy requires a user license for outside usage. Statement of Compliance Symbol Technologies, Inc.
Quick Reference Guide 13 Français : Clients de l'Union Européenne : Tous les produits en fin de cycle de vie doivent être retournés à Symbol pour recyclage. Pour de plus amples informations sur le retour de produits, consultez : http://www.symbol.com/environmental_compliance. Italiano: per i clienti dell'UE: tutti i prodotti che sono giunti al termine del rispettivo ciclo di vita devono essere restituiti a Symbol al fine di consentirne il riciclaggio.
PL370/470 Cradle Wall Mounting Template 1.27” Wall Mounting Socket 1 Use 1/8” drill bit for screw holes. Center Line of Cradle 3.
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Service Information Before you use the unit, it must be configured to operate in your facility’s network and run your applications. If you have a problem running your unit or using your equipment, contact your facility’s Technical or Systems Support.
