LXE MX1-IS, Reference Manual

Page: 11 / 164

E-EQ-MX1ISRG-F MX1 I-Safe Reference Guide
Chapter 1 Introduction
Introduction
The LXE® model MX1 Intrinsically Safe (MX1-IS) Hand Held Computer is a rugged, portable,
hand-held computer capable of wireless data communications. The MX1-IS can transmit
information using either a 900 MHz or 2.4 GHz radio. The MX1-IS has a mandatory protective
leather case and pistol grip handle. The leather protective case allows the scanner aperture,
scanner status indicators, system status indicator, display, keypad and pistol grip trigger to be
accessible to the user. The Main Battery Pack can be removed and replaced without removing the
leather case or the pistol grip handle.
Note:
When your MX1-IS is ordered, the radio card and
endcap are assembled by LXE to your specifications.
At the end of the manufacturing process, the
contents of the MX1-IS are sealed. Access to any
internal components by the user is prohibited.
Figure 1-1 The MX1-IS Hand Held Computer
Note: Although there is an IR window and four battery charger connectors on the bottom of the
MX1-IS device, these capabilities are non-powered and non-functional. There is
no
backup battery in the MX1-IS device.
The MX1-IS is a DOS compatible computer designed to run software applications such as LXE’s
Terminal Emulator applications (ANSI Plus, LDS Plus, DOS 5250, DOS 3270, TN3270 and
TN5250).
The heart of the MX1-IS is an Intel® 486 processor that is PC compatible. It features a graphics
screen with electroluminescent backlight. The keypad is constructed of a phosphorescent material
that needs no backlighting. The high-impact plastic case is designed to withstand multiple drops in
an industrial environment.
The MX1-IS can be stored in a non-powered docking station on a desk or a vehicle.
Note: The 900MHz radio is obsolete. Terminal emulators requiring 900MHz radios are
obsolete as of June 2005 (e.g. 3270 DOS TE, 5250 DOS TE).