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Introduction

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Pegaso™ Powered Mobile Dock

About the Powered Mobile Dock

The Powered Mobile Dock (PMD) is a rugged cradle for Pegaso PDAs, for use 
on mobile applications. This guide is intended to address some of the factors 
to consider when installing the PMD on gas, diesel, propane or electric pow-
ered forklifts.

Features of the Powered Mobile Dock

Power  On  Indicator

Holder for the Pegaso PDA

Battery charging for the Pegaso

Versatile mounting options

Serial port connection for peripherals (with power available)

USB Mini AB OTG Port available for peripherals

To ensure you have the latest version of manuals and instructions for this
product, download them from the Datalogic Mobile website listed on the back
cover of this manual.

The procedures describe installation for most standard mounting applications;
however, if your target installation does not generally match any of the mounting
options detailed, contact Datalogic for technical support regarding a custom
installation.

Summary of Contents for Pegaso

Page 1: ...Pegaso Powered Mobile Dock Installation Guide ...

Page 2: ...ither be downloadable from the Datalogic Mobile website www mobile datalogic com or pro vided on appropriate media If you visit our website and would like to make comments or suggestions about this or other Datalogic publications please let us know via the Contact Datalogic page Disclaimer Datalogic has taken reasonable measures to provide information in this manual that is complete and accurate h...

Page 3: ...ccessories 7 Electrical Accessory Matrix 7 Electrical System Connections 8 Connection to 12V 8 Connection to 24V 36V and 48V Systems 9 Mounting Options 11 Ram Ball Mounting Assembly 11 Components Materials and Tools 12 Attaching the Ram Ball to the Mobile Dock 12 Ram Ball Assembly sold separately 12 Final Assembly 13 Inserting Removing the Pegaso 14 Inserting the Pegaso in the Dock 14 Removing the...

Page 4: ...Pegaso Powered Mobile Dock Technical Support 21 Datalogic Mobile Website Support 21 Reseller Technical Support 21 Telephone Technical Support 21 Appendix Accessories and Peripherals 23 Overview 23 Index 27 ...

Page 5: ...apparatus modification or alteration of product or units with Warranty Void labels that have been tampered with External cables and replacement of upper window cartridge due to scratching stains or other degradation will not be covered under the Warranty External power supplies returned for service must be accompanied by the original product for performance of service Returned products that Datalo...

Page 6: ...ogic Pegaso is a device suitable for both Commercial and Industrial applications ready for installation in mobile environments using the Powered Mobile Dock However there are some safety precautions you should take to protect the PDA from unnecessary damage CAUTION Do not place the Pegaso near a television or radio receiver Keep the PDA away from magnets and from magnetic fields ...

Page 7: ...nting the user interface and mobile mount dock This guide also provides special conventions for information of high interest in the form of notes cautions and warnings Notes contain information that is helpful and recommended They provide information that is critical to operations and or procedures described in this manual CAUTION Cautions inform you that proper handling adherence to the procedure...

Page 8: ...PDA Battery charging for the Pegaso Versatile mounting options Serial port connection for peripherals with power available USB Mini AB OTG Port available for peripherals To ensure you have the latest version of manuals and instructions for this product download them from the Datalogic Mobile website listed on the back cover of this manual The procedures describe installation for most standard moun...

Page 9: ...M port and as part of USB OTG Connection Unpacking Unpack the unit carefully and ensure you received everything you ordered Refer to your packing slip for an exact list of items delivered which may include some or all of the following items Powered Mobile Dock Power Charging Cable Installation Guide this manual Serial Port Connection Power Cable Power On Indicator Release Button Connector USB Mini...

Page 10: ...Mount Kit Ram Ball Assembly Assorted Screws Any additional accessories required for your installation If any parts are missing please contact your dealer or refer to Troubleshoot ing on page 21 for Datalogic Mobile Technical Support contact information ...

Page 11: ...tage a discharge can cause severe damage to electronic devices Figure 2 Static Build up on a Forklift Frame There are several factors which affect the levels of static buildup on a forklift For instance the type of materials used to make the wheels can help to reduce static as well the conductive properties of the flooring and the relative humid ity in the air Static buildup will remain on the veh...

Page 12: ...ability Figure 3 Installing Ground Contact Anti Static Straps It is recommended that more than one strap be installed on each vehicle to help eliminate or reduce the potential for static buildup while the vehicle is in motion This will provide an adequate level of redundancy should one of the straps become dislodged from the lift Ground Contact Anti Static Straps Ground Contact Anti Static Straps ...

Page 13: ...or other equip ment to reduce battery drain Noise Spike RF Filter Used to suppress high voltage and RF voltage spikes on the power system Electrical Accessory Matrix Table 1 summarizes the accessory recommendations and options available depending on the forklift voltage application This matrix should be used only as a reference and may not include accessories for all applications Table 1 Electrica...

Page 14: ...n instructions carefully Figure 4 Wiring Diagram for 12V Systems CAUTION Proper installation requires that source power connections be made directly to the mobile platform s positive and negative battery terminals It is important to maintain electrical isolation when installing the Powered Mobile Dock and any accessory equipment to ensure safe and proper operation Do not make any electrical connec...

Page 15: ...e internal Noise Spike RF filtering The use of an additional filter is optional Figure 5 Wiring Diagram for 24V 36V and 48V Systems CAUTION Proper installation requires that source power connections be made directly to the mobile platform s positive and negative battery terminals It is important to maintain electrical isolation when installing the PMD and any accessory equipment to ensure safe and...

Page 16: ...Electrical Considerations 10 Pegaso Powered Mobile Dock NOTES ...

Page 17: ...allows wide range of rotation for the Mobile Dock It can be mounted on any flat horizontal or vertical surface Figure 6 The Ram Ball Mount Ram Ball Mounting Assembly CAUTION Install only on properly grounded mobile platforms If this Dock is used on an electric vehicle ensure that no part of the PMD and PDA can come into contact with the vehicle chassis Electrical discharges can develop on these ve...

Page 18: ... Dock 1 Align the second Ram Ball with the four screw holes on the rear of the Mobile Dock as shown in Figure 7 Figure 7 Installing the Ram Ball on the Mobile Dock 2 Secure the Ram Ball to the mounting area using the four supplied M3 5 x 15mm Phillips head screws Ram Ball Assembly sold separately 1 Loosen the large adjustment knob handle on the Ram Ball assembly 2 Remove both Ram Balls from the mo...

Page 19: ...l aside to use later in the assembly process 4 Re attach the Ram Ball Assembly to the Ram Ball you just affixed to the mounting surface Final Assembly 1 Insert the Ram Ball mounted to the rear of the Mobile Dock assembly into the Ram Ball assembly you earlier affixed to the mounting surface see Figure 9 Tighten the adjustment knob to secure the Ram Ball in place Ram Balls Adjustment Knob Screws ...

Page 20: ...Connec tions starting on page 17 for more on connections If you haven t already prepared the power connection reference Electrical Consider ations starting on page 5 for wiring information Inserting Removing the Pegaso Inserting the Pegaso in the Dock To insert a Pegaso into the Powered Mobile Dock perform the following steps 1 Slide the Pegaso into the Powered Mobile Dock 2 Push gently downwards ...

Page 21: ...o the Powered Mobile Dock Insertion of the Pegaso in the Dock is complete Removing the Pegaso from the Dock To remove the Pegaso from the Dock 1 Grasp the Pegaso PDA with one hand while pushing the Release Button with the other 2 Lift the Pegaso straight upward to remove it from the Dock ...

Page 22: ...Mounting Options 16 Pegaso Powered Mobile Dock Figure 11 Removing the Pegaso from the Dock Removal of the Pegaso from the Dock is complete ...

Page 23: ... Electrical Considerations starting on page 5 Connections on the Dock Figure 12 shows the connection located on the bottom of the dock See the following pages for more information about these connections Figure 12 Cable Connections Power Connection Insert the DC power cord at the power port on the bottom of the dock When power is applied to the dock the Power On LED will light COM port Input Power...

Page 24: ...ailable on pin 9 of the port connector for power to a peripheral Table 2 COM port DB9M Pinouts For non mobile applications an AC power supply adapter is available to power the PMD See Accessories and Peripherals on page 23 Contact your local distributor or Datalogic sales for additional information The Pegaso will charge its installed battery when power is applied to the Powered Mobile Dock Some p...

Page 25: ...st or client device when the proper cable is inserted into the Mini AB connector If a Mini A connector is inserted into the PMDs USB connection the device will assume a host port function In this mode the USB port will supply up to 500ma of current to power the client device such as a scanner or printer If a Mini B connection is inserted into the PMDs USB connection the device will assume a client...

Page 26: ...Power and Peripheral Device Connections 20 Pegaso Powered Mobile Dock NOTES ...

Page 27: ...ile datalogic com is the complete source for technical support and information for Datalogic products The site offers product support warranty information product manuals product tech notes software updates demos and instructions for returning products for repair Reseller Technical Support An excellent source for technical assistance and information is an authorized Datalogic reseller A reseller i...

Page 28: ...Troubleshooting 22 Pegaso Powered Mobile Dock NOTES ...

Page 29: ...cessory electronic equipment for proper and safe operation Contact your reseller or Datalogic sales for informa tion about availability Table 3 Pegaso Mobile Dock Accessories Item Description Pegaso Powered Mobile Dock Mounting hard ware not included Mount RAM Base w 1 5 Ball Mount RAM 5 5 2x Socket 1 5 Ball ...

Page 30: ...t RAM 2 5 Wide Clamp Base w 1 5 Ball Accommodates up to 2 5 wide posts Mount RAM 3 5 2x Socket 1 5 Ball Mount RAM 6 Base Plate Mount RAM 7 35 Assy w 2x 1 5 BALLs Kit RAM Mount Base w 1 5 ball 5 5 socket 2 5 wide clamp w 1 5 ball Includes one each Item Description ...

Page 31: ...Overview Installation Guide 25 Mount RAM 5 25 Assy w 2x1 5 BALLs Power Cord Bare lead 8 DC Converter 18 55VDC IN 13 8V 10Amp Out DC Noise Spike Filter 4 60VDC 8Amp Kit Inline Fuse 5 Amp Item Description ...

Page 32: ...Accessories and Peripherals 26 Pegaso Powered Mobile Dock NOTES ...

Page 33: ...7 DC DC Converter 7 Delay Timer 7 Noise Spike RF Filter 7 Electrical Accessory Matrix 7 Electrical Specifications 3 Electrical warnings iv Electrostatic Build up 5 F Formatting conventions 1 G Ground Contact Anti Static Straps 6 I Installation 17 M Mounting Options 11 RAM Ball Mount 11 O Overview Manual 1 P Peripherals 23 Power Troubleshooting 21 R Ram Ball Assembly 12 Regulatory statements iv Rem...

Page 34: ...afety precautions iv Static Build up on a Forklift Frame 5 Style conventions 1 T The Ram Ball Mount 11 Troubleshooting 21 Power 21 U Unpacking 3 W Warranty iii Wiring Diagram for 12V and 24V Systems 8 Wiring Diagram for 36V and 48V Systems 9 ...

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Page 36: ...40012 Lippo di Calderara di Reno Bologna Italy Telephone 39 051 3147011 Fax 39 051 726562 Datalogic Mobile Inc 1505 Westec Dr Eugene OR 97402 Telephone 541 743 4800 Fax 541 743 4900 www mobile datalogic com 2008 Datalogic Mobile Inc 822501120 Rev X1 1 08 ...

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