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Ethernet Cradle
Connect QLn printers to your wired Ethernet network via the QLn Ethernet cradle to enable easy remote
management by your IT or operations sta — helping to ensure each printer is operating optimally and ready for
use. The Ethernet cradle can communicate over 10 mbps or 100 mbps networks using auto-sense.
The single-bay QLn Ethernet cradle also charges the battery while it is in the printer, while the 4-bay version (with
optional wall mount kit) charges four printers at a time. The 4-bay version includes an internal Ethernet switch and
second Ethernet port, so you can link and manage four 4-bay QLn Ethernet cradles (a total of 16 printers) from one
port.
The printer remains fully functional so you can print while it is in either cradle. The cradle’s LED lights indicate DC
power and Ethernet-link status.
Remote printer management over your Ethernet allows:
• Battery management for monitoring battery health. Knowing each battery’s lifespan stage simplifies central
management of your spare-battery pool.
• Firmware management for updating printer firmware, eliminating the need for IT sta to travel to the local user
site, or for the printer to be sent back to a central location for updating.
• Print management for updating templates, fonts and graphics in order to print new label formats.
• Device management for updating startup (e.g., config. sys), WML (front panel) or HTML (browser) files to
enhance or change configuration and status collection.
• Network management for updating encryption keys or certificate files to maintain the highest level of security.
• Problem resolution and troubleshooting local printer issues that may otherwise require the printer to be sent in
for repair.
• Ability to manage Bluetooth printers, which traditionally have been o-network.
What comes with the cradle?
Unit with AC Adapter: Cradle, AC adapter, power cord and document CD including cradle user manual and
installation guide.
Cradle Unit: Cradle and document CD including cradle user manual and installation guide (AC adapter can be
purchased separately).
AC Adapter
Connect the AC adapter to your QLn and wall outlet to charge the printer’s PowerPrecision+ battery while in the
printer. The printer can print labels and perform other functions during charging. Shown with printer for reference
purposes; printer is not included.
Charger
The smart charger will fully charge a single standalone QLn PowerPrecision+ battery in less than four hours. In
addition to indicating battery-charge status, it leverages the battery’s PowerPrecision design to indicate battery
health, allowing you to more accurately manage your spare battery pool. Specifically, LEDs show whether the
battery is “good,” has a “diminished capacity,” is “past useful life” or is “unusable” and should be replaced.
The charger comes with charging base and power cord. Shown with printer for reference purposes; printer is
not included.
Single-bay QLn
Ethernet Cradle
4-bay QLn
Ethernet Cradle
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QLN SERIES MOBILE PRINTERS
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