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The Passive Vehicle Cradle 35
E-EQ-MX3RFIDOGWW-A MX3-RFID User’s Guide
The Passive Vehicle Cradle
The MX3-RFID cannot fit in standard MX3 charging cradles. The passive vehicle mount cradle is
designed for the MX3-RFID. The passive vehicle cradle does not have LEDs or indicators. The
passive vehicle cradle does not require an external power source.
The MX3-RFID seated in the passive cradle requires a power source, either from the main battery
or from power applied via the power jack on the endcap.
The cradle restrains the mobile device. The cradle is designed to be securely mounted to a vehicle.
The passive cradle does not have external device connectors e.g. power/serial cable. Power can be
applied to the mobile device through the power jack in the endcap only. Wireless client interaction
is available as long as the mobile device has sufficient energy in the main battery pack and a clear
signal path.
Figure 30 MX3-RFID Passive Cradle with Attached RAM Ball
The cradle is lined with strips of hook-and-loop fabric to ensure a snug fit between the mobile
device and the inside of the cradle. A thumb-spring at the top of the cradle secures the mobile
device in the cradle. Hold the thumb spring up and slide the device into the cradle, release the
thumb spring and it will click in place. The mobile device is removed from the cradle by pressing
the thumb spring up and then grasping the mobile device and pulling it straight up and away from
the cradle.
The vehicle cradle should be mounted in an area in the vehicle where it:
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Does not obstruct the driver's vision or safe vehicle operation.
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Will be protected from rain or inclement weather.
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Will be protected from extremely high concentrations of dust or wind-blown debris.
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Can be easily accessed by a user seated in the driver's seat.
A RAM ball cylinder mounting option is used to secure the cradle to the vehicle. A RAM ball may
be pre-installed to the cradle by LXE.
Check the cradle regularly for excessive wear at pressure points. If the cradle becomes cracked or
broken at any time, it must be taken out of service and replaced. Contact LXE Customer Service
for a replacement MX3-RFID passive cradle (see "Getting Help").