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MX7 Cradle Reference Guide

E-EQ-MX7DKRG-C

RAM Assembly Footprint

Not To Scale

Figure 40 RAM Assembly Dimensions

Note:

LXE does not supply the bolts or washers needed when mounting the cradle assembly to
the vehicle chassis. LXE recommends using bolts with a maximum 10/32” (0.3125)
diameter.

Install

How to Install the Cradle U-Bracket

1. MX7

2. Angle Adjust Knob

3. Passive Cradle

4. U-Bracket

5. Mounting Bolt

Figure 41 Installing the Cradle U-Bracket

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Summary of Contents for MX7

Page 1: ...MX7 Cradle Reference Guide Copyright 2008 by LXE Inc All Rights Reserved E EQ MX7DKRG C ...

Page 2: ...icense PowerScan is a registered trademark of Datalogic Scanning Inc located in Eugene OR Symbol is a registered trademark of Symbol Technologies MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are registered trademarks of Motorola Inc All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or organizations When this manual is in PDF format Acrobat Reader Copyright ...

Page 3: ...late 8 Upgrade The Base Plate 8 Getting Help 10 Manuals 10 Accessories 10 DESKTOP CRADLE 13 Quick Start Desktop Cradle 13 Suggestions Notes 13 Components 14 Desktop Mounting Footprint 16 Preparing the Desktop Cradle for Use 16 Install Remove MX7 Desktop Cradle Adapter Cup 17 Cabling the Desktop Cradle 18 Assemble Attach the AC Power Adapter 18 Attach a Serial or I O Connector 19 Serial Cable 19 I ...

Page 4: ...ch a Serial or I O Connector 37 Serial Interface 37 MX7 I O Port 37 Vehicle Cradle Strain Relief Cable Clamp 38 Technical Specifications 39 Powered Vehicle Cradle 39 Cradle Power Connector Port 39 Pinout RS 232 Connector 40 PASSIVE VEHICLE MOUNT CRADLE 41 Introduction 41 Quick Start Passive Vehicle Cradle 41 Components 42 U Bracket 42 U Bracket Footprint 42 RAM Ball and Cylinder 43 RAM Assembly Fo...

Page 5: ...ssembly 28 Figure 21 MX7 Docking and Undocking 29 Figure 22 RAM Bracket Mounting Points Cradle Back 30 Figure 23 RAM Base Dimensions 31 Figure 24 RAM Bracket Components 32 Figure 25 Vehicle Power Connection Cable Fuse Not Shown 33 Figure 26 Connecting the Power Cable to the Vehicle 34 Figure 27 Vehicle Connection Wiring Color Codes 35 Figure 28 Connect Power Adapter Cable to the Vehicle Cradle 36 ...

Page 6: ...iv Table of Contents MX7 Cradle Reference Guide E EQ MX7DKRG C ...

Page 7: ...ded with the MX7 cradle power supply adapters The adapters are incompatible with other MX7 power cables MX7 Cradles are not certified for use in Hazardous Locations Suggestions Notes Remove cables from the base of the MX7 before docking it in a desktop or powered vehicle cradle Review the Maintenance section titled MX7 Base Plate Replacement and install a new base plate on the MX7 if necessary All...

Page 8: ...a spare main battery at the same time Figure 1 Desktop Cradle See section titled Desktop Cradle for more information and installation instruction Powered Vehicle Mounted Cradle The Powered Vehicle Cradle requires an external power source before docked MX7 battery charging and tethered scanning can commence Figure 2 Powered Vehicle Mounted Cradle See section titled Powered Vehicle Mounted Cradle fo...

Page 9: ...adle The Passive Vehicle Cradle does not have connectors that can accept an external power source or tethered scanner It is designed to secure the MX7 in a vehicle Figure 3 Passive Vehicle Mounted Cradle See chapter titled Passive Vehicle Mounted Cradle for more information and installation instruction ...

Page 10: ...connected to AC power This process does not require an MX7 be in the docking bay MX7 Mobile Device System Status LED The MX7 System Status LED is located at the top left of the keypad above the Scan button When the LED is The Status is Comment Blinking Red Power Fail Replace the main battery with a fully charged main battery Or Connect the MX7 to external AC power to allow the internal charger to ...

Page 11: ...ED The MX7 System Status LED is located at the top left of the keypad above the Scan button When the LED is The Status is Comment Blinking Red Power Fail Replace the main battery with a fully charged main battery Or Connect the MX7 to external AC power to allow the internal charger to charge the main battery e g insert in a powered cradle Steady Red Main Battery Low Low Battery Warning Replace the...

Page 12: ...er barcode data entries Any tethered scanner that decodes the barcode internally and outputs an RS 232 data stream may be used It sends the data to the MX7 in ASCII format Figure 6 LXE Tethered Scanners w o cable LXE 8300 Symbol and 8500 PowerScan tethered scanners will send scanned data to the MX7 when the MX7 is in a powered cradle and the scanners are connected to the Serial Interface port on t...

Page 13: ...ehicle bracket cradle or connections are broken loose or cracked the cradle must be taken out of service and replaced Contact LXE Customer Service see Getting Help Cleaning Do not use paper towels or harsh chemical based cleaning fluids since they may result in damage to the surfaces and or battery connectors Use a clean soft cloth to wipe any dirt moisture or grease from the MX7 spare battery pac...

Page 14: ...a cradle See Upgrade the Base Plate for instruction MX7 Base Plate Kit Part Number MX7A586RPLCENDPLATE Upgrade The Base Plate Equipment Required Phillips screwdriver not supplied by LXE You will need a torquing tool capable of torquing up to 2 5 in lb LXE recommends the upgrade be performed on a clean well lit stable surface Protect the MX7 internal components from static discharge The base plate ...

Page 15: ...nstall the Upgrade 1 Place the gasket in the base plate opening 2 Place the base plate on top of the gasket in the base plate opening 3 The flat head screws are on either side of the input output port and the pan head screws are beside the plastic rim 4 Using a torquing screwdriver insert the screws in the correct screw holes torquing each to 1 5 in lb 0 168 n M to 2 5 in lb 0 282 n M The MX7 is r...

Page 16: ...t Please contact your LXE representative when ordering ROHS compliant items as the part number may have changed Items without the letter R may have received ROHS compliance after this guide was published E designator means the accessory is RoHS Exempt MX7 Cradle Accessories Part Numbers Desktop Cradle Power Supply AC DC US with power cord R 9000A321PSACUS Desktop Cradle Power Supply AC DC WW witho...

Page 17: ...RPWRSR12DA9F Scanner Powerscan LR 8 Cbl WW R 8310A326SCNRPWRLR8DA9F Scanner Powerscan LR 12 Cbl US R 8310A327SCNRPWRLR12DA9F Scanner Powerscan XLR 8 Cbl WW R 8320A326SCNRPWRXLR8DA9F Scanner Powerscan XLR 12 Cbl US 8320A327SCNRPWRXLR12DA9F Scanner LS3408ER 9 Cbl US See Note R 8520A326SCNRERDA9F Scanner LS3408FZ Fuzzy Logic 9 Cbl US See Note R 8510A326SCNRFZYDA9F Note When using the 8500 Series teth...

Page 18: ...12 Getting Help MX7 Cradle Reference Guide E EQ MX7DKRG C ...

Page 19: ...ling the Desktop Cradle 4 Attach any desired external cabled devices to the ports on the front of the cradle if required Refer to Cabling the Desktop Cradle 5 The desktop cradle is ready for use Refer to Docking and Undocking the MX7 and Insert Remove a Spare Battery Suggestions Notes Remove cables from the base of the MX7 before inserting it in a cradle s docking bay Refer to the MX7 User s Guide...

Page 20: ... Back Figure 7 Desktop Components 1 Charging Pocket Adapter Cup 1 Charging Pocket Adapter Cup 2 MX7 Docked LED 2 MX7 Cradle Connector 3 Serial Interface Connector 3 Spare Battery Charging Bay 4 Spare Battery LED 4 Power Connector 5 I O Connector 6 Table Mounting Hole Guides ...

Page 21: ...e Battery Charging Bay 3 Spare Battery Charging Terminals 4 Spare Battery Latch 5 Spare Battery 6 Table Mounting Holes 7 MX7 Cradle Connector 8 MX7 Charging Pocket Adapter Cup 9 MX7 Charging Pocket Adapter Cup Mounting Hole 10 Desktop Cradle Label 11 MX7 Serial Interface Connector 12 MX7 I O Connector ...

Page 22: ... it must be replaced before being placed into service Contact your LXE representative for assistance Preparing the Desktop Cradle for Use LXE recommends a stable horizontal surface out of the way of inclement weather extremely high concentrations of dust or wind blown debris accidental knocks bumps or other shocks to the MX7 and the cradle and enough space at cable connections to ensure cables are...

Page 23: ...enclosing protecting the mobile device Before docking an MX7 without a rubber boot in the cradle re install the MX7 adapter cup Install The adapter cup is installed facing in one direction Put the adapter cup in the MX7 charging pocket aligning the screw hole in the adapter cup with the screw hole in the MX7 charging bay Using a torquing screwdriver insert the screw in the adapter cup screw hole a...

Page 24: ...mperature environment Note Connect the cable to the cradle first then to an AC source If the AC power cable is not included with the AC Adapter please contact your LXE representative for assistance Figure 11 AC DC 12V External Power Supply and 3 prong Cable Firmly press the cradle end of the power cable into the female connector on the back of the cradle Firmly press the female end of the power ca...

Page 25: ... desktop cradle Serial Cable End MX7 I O Cable End Periodically test the connections for stability and re tighten if necessary Serial Cable Align the RS 232 serial cable end female carefully to the Serial Interface port male on the left front of the desktop cradle Press the ends together and finger tighten the screws on either side of the connector Test the connection for stability I O Cable Squee...

Page 26: ...ure 14 Desktop Cradle RS 232 and Pinout Pin Signal Description 1 DCD Data Carrier Detect 2 RXD Received Data Input 3 TXD Transmitted Data Output 4 DTR Data Terminal Ready 5 GND Signal Power Ground 6 DSR Data Set Ready 7 RTS Request to Send 8 CTS Clear To Send 9 RI or Power 5 VDC sourced by the Cradle Note Pin 9 of this port is connected to 5 VDC and only approved LXE cables are to be used for comm...

Page 27: ... place with the charging connector at the bottom of the charging well The Docked LED illuminates Undock the MX7 Remove the MX7 from the cradle by pulling it straight up and out of the charging pocket The Docked LED turns Off Battery Charging in a Desktop Cradle The MX7 main battery recharging is managed by the Power Management settings in the MX7 Refer to Start Settings Control Panel Power on the ...

Page 28: ...7 with or without a handle docked in the cradle a spare battery can still be inserted in the charging bay You do not need to undock the MX7 Figure 15 Spare Battery Charging Bay Insert Tilt the end without the latch of the spare battery pack into the upper end of the battery charging well and firmly press the other end with the latch until the battery is fully inserted into the battery well Push do...

Page 29: ...il the MX7 is released from the Retainer latches and the charging pocket swings forward Pull the MX7 up and out of the cradle pocket The vehicle mounted cradle should be mounted in an area in the vehicle where it Does not obstruct the driver s vision or safe vehicle operation Will be protected from rain or inclement weather Will be protected from extremely high concentrations of dust or wind blown...

Page 30: ...nners must be connected to powered vehicle cradles 4 Attach the DC DC or 12VDC power connector from the vehicle mounted power supply to the Power port on the back of the cradle 5 Secure all cables to the vehicle cradle using the cable clamps 6 The Vehicle Mount cradle is ready for use For installation instructions see Powered Vehicle Cradle Mounting later in this guide Components Figure 16 Vehicle...

Page 31: ... MX7 Cradle Reference Guide Figure 17 Vehicle Mount Cradle Back 1 Retainer 2 Retainer Springs 3 Handle Opening 4 RAM Bracket Mounting Locations 5 Strain Relief Cable Clamps 6 Serial Interface Port 7 Power Connector 8 MX7 I O Port ...

Page 32: ...MX7 cradle charging pocket without a cradle adapter cup and top adapter is designed for an MX7 with a rubber boot MX7A490PROTBOOTBLK or MX7A491PROTBOOTYEL enclosing protecting the mobile device Before docking an MX7 without a rubber boot in the vehicle cradle re install the MX7 adapter cup and Retainer Cap Insert Install Adapter Assembly Figure 18 Charging Pocket Adapter Cup The adapter cup is ins...

Page 33: ...nderside of the Retainer cap 2 The Insert back tab slides into the slot at the back of the Retainer 3 The Insert is fastened to the Retainer cap using screws and the pre drilled holes in the angled tabs one on each side 4 The Insert is secured in place with two screws the screws do not require a torquing tool Periodically check the connection of the adapter cup and re torque if necessary Periodica...

Page 34: ...er Cap Insert by unscrewing the two screws holding it to the Retainer Slide the tab out of the slot in the back of the Retainer assembly 3 Place the screws adapter cups and the Retainer Cap Insert in a protected safe place until needed If the adapter cup or retainer insert are cracked or broken they must be replaced before a powered vehicle cradle with an adapter cup and Retainer Cap Insert is pla...

Page 35: ...d into the charging pocket with the keypad facing forward Always put the handle through the Handle Opening first or damage to the scanner aperture may occur Dock the MX7 Carefully press the MX7 down into the charging pocket until the 20 pin connector at the base of the MX7 clicks into place with the charging connector at the bottom of the charging well The Docked LED illuminates Push the MX7 backw...

Page 36: ...he number of RAM balls attached to the back of the vehicle mount cradle are dependent upon the desired RAM mount configuration The figure shown below is for demonstration purposes only RAM ball mounting screws are included in the mounting kit Contact your LXE representative for assistance if needed Figure 22 RAM Bracket Mounting Points Cradle Back 1 Trigger Handle opening 2 Upper mounting points 3...

Page 37: ... Note LXE does not supply the bolts or washers needed when mounting the cradle assembly to the vehicle chassis LXE recommends using bolts with a maximum 10 32 0 3125 diameter Bolts washers and nuts for mounting the RAM ball to the vehicle are supplied by LXE Qty 4 Hex Cap 20 x bolts Qty 4 flat washer Qty 4 1 4 20 nylon insert lock nuts ...

Page 38: ...Vehicle Mount Cradle 1 Fasten the RAM ball with the circular mounting base to the vehicle 2 Fasten the RAM ball with the rectangular mounting base to the back of the vehicle cradle 3 Loosen the knob on the squeeze arm 4 Place either RAM ball opening over the vehicle mounted RAM ball 5 Place the remaining RAM ball opening over the vehicle cradle mounted RAM ball 6 Tighten the knob on the squeeze ar...

Page 39: ... must be connected to a fused circuit on the vehicle This fused circuit requires a 10 Amp maximum time delay slow blow high interrupting rating fuse If the supply connection is made directly to the battery the fuse should be installed in the positive lead within 5 inches of the battery positive terminal Note For North America a UL Listed fuse is to be used Caution For installation by trained servi...

Page 40: ...r cable as close as possible to the actual battery terminals of the vehicle When available always connect to unswitched terminals in the vehicle fuse panel after providing proper fusing ATTENTION For uninterrupted power electrical supply connections should not be made at any point after the ignition switch of the vehicle 3 Route the power cable the shortest way possible The cable is rated for a ma...

Page 41: ... 1mm2 conductors Wiring color codes for LXE supplied DC input power cabling Vehicle Supply Wire Color 12 VDC DC Brown Return DC Blue Vehicle Chassis GND Green Figure 27 Vehicle Connection Wiring Color Codes 4 Provide mechanical support for the cable by securing it to the vehicle structure at approximately one foot intervals taking care not to over tighten and pinch conductors or penetrate outer ca...

Page 42: ...e Power port Tighten the nut of the plug clockwise until the power cable is securely fastened Secure the cable to the cradle with the LXE installed strain relief cable clamp see section titled Vehicle Cradle Strain Relief Cable Clamp The power LED on the MX7 illuminates when it is receiving external power and an MX7 is docked On Off Figure 29 Powered Vehicle Cradle Front Label Vehicle Cradle LED W...

Page 43: ...e Align the RS 232 serial cable end female carefully to the Serial Interface port male at the back of the cradle Firmly press the ends together and finger tighten the screws on either side of the connector Test the connection for stability Secure the cable to the cradle with the LXE installed strain relief cable clamp see section titled Vehicle Cradle Strain Relief Cable Clamp MX7 I O Port Squeeze...

Page 44: ... Strain Relief Cable Clamps 1 Remove the strain relief clamp from the back of the cradle by turning the screw counterclockwise Put the screw aside in a safe location 2 Slide the strain relief clamp over the cable Figure 32 Slide Clamp Over Cable 3 Using a Phillips screwdriver and the screw that was removed refasten the clamp holding the cable to the vehicle cradle Do not stretch the cable Leave en...

Page 45: ...emperature 4 F to 158 F 20 C to 70 C Humidity 5 to 90 non condensing at 104 F 40 C Cradle Power Connector Port Note When an external power supply is used to power these products the external power supply should be UL Listed with LPS or Class 2 outputs rated 12V minimum 2 Amps Figure 33 Cradle Power Connector Port Pin Signal Wire Color 1 Ground CG Green 2 Return Blue 3 12V Brown Figure 34 Power Con...

Page 46: ...re 35 Vehicle Cradle RS 232 and Pinout Pin Signal Description 1 DCD Data Carrier Detect 2 RXD Received Data Input 3 TXD Transmitted Data Output 4 DTR Data Terminal Ready 5 GND Signal Power Ground 6 DSR Data Set Ready 7 RTS Request to Send 8 CTS Clear To Send 9 RI or Power 5 VDC sourced by the Cradle Note Pin 9 of this port is connected to 5 VDC and only approved LXE cables are to be used for commu...

Page 47: ...tion titled Components Do not put the MX7 into the cradle until the cradle is securely fastened to the vehicle Quick Start Passive Vehicle Cradle There are two mounting options for the passive vehicle cradle U bracket mounting RAM ball cylinder mounting The vehicle mounted cradle should be mounted in an area in the vehicle where it Does not obstruct the driver s vision or safe vehicle operation Wi...

Page 48: ...e vehicle are not supplied by LXE U Bracket Figure 36 Passive Vehicle Mount Cradle and U Bracket U Bracket Footprint Not To Scale Figure 37 U Bracket Mounting Dimensions Note LXE does not supply the bolts or washers needed when mounting the cradle assembly to the vehicle chassis LXE recommends using bolts with a maximum 10 32 0 3125 diameter ...

Page 49: ...er Figure 38 Passive Vehicle Mount Cradle RAM Ball Assembly Figure 39 RAM Bracket Components Mount the cradle U bracket to the upper RAM ball assembly with the bolts washers and nuts supplied by LXE Qty 4 Hex Cap 20 x bolts Qty 4 flat washer Qty 4 1 4 20 nylon insert lock nuts ...

Page 50: ...e LXE does not supply the bolts or washers needed when mounting the cradle assembly to the vehicle chassis LXE recommends using bolts with a maximum 10 32 0 3125 diameter Install How to Install the Cradle U Bracket 1 MX7 2 Angle Adjust Knob 3 Passive Cradle 4 U Bracket 5 Mounting Bolt Figure 41 Installing the Cradle U Bracket ...

Page 51: ...he Passive Cradle to the U Bracket using the Angle Adjust knobs Use both knobs to loosen and tighten the cradle to the U bracket while determining the best viewing angle 3 The passive vehicle mounted cradle is ready for use Periodically test the mounting device and retighten bolts and or knob as needed If the cradle becomes cracked or warped it must be replaced ...

Page 52: ...uide E EQ MX7DKRG C How to Install the RAM Bracket 1 MX7 2 Angle Adjust Knobs 3 Passive Cradle 4 U Bracket 5 Mounting Hex Bolt 6 Upper RAM Ball Assembly 7 Arm 8 Thumbscrew 9 Lower RAM Ball Assembly Figure 42 Installing the RAM Assembly ...

Page 53: ...d bolts washers and screws 3 Loosen the turnscrew on the RAM arm place the lower socket over the vehicle mount RAM ball then the other arm socket over the RAM ball on the U bracket 4 Tighten the arm turnscrew until the U bracket is secured to the RAM arm and the vehicle 5 Attach the Passive Cradle to the U Bracket using the Angle Adjust knobs Use both knobs to loosen and tighten the cradle to the ...

Page 54: ...Reference Guide E EQ MX7DKRG C 6 The passive vehicle mounted cradle is ready for use Periodically test the mounting device and retighten bolts and or knob as needed If the cradle becomes cracked or warped it must be replaced ...

Page 55: ...cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures Industry Canada This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference ...

Page 56: ...IEC με ονομαστική ισχύ όπως δηλώνεται στην αρχή της σελίδας GR Alimentazione opzionale a corrente alternata Al di fuori dei paesi dell America del nord l unità deve essere impiegata con un dispositivo d alimentazione per attrezzature informatiche approvato dalla IEC la cui potenza nominale sia pari a quella indicata all inizio della pagina IT Vekselstrømforsyning ekstrautstyr Utenfor Nord Amerika ...

Page 57: ...εί στο θετικό καλώδιο εντός 5 ιντσών 12 7 εκ του θετικού ακροδέκτη της μπαταρίας GR Collegamento dell alimentazione del veicolo Se il collegamento dell alimentazione viene stabilito direttamente con la batteria è necessario installare un fusibile ad azione lenta da 10 A nel conduttore positivo a meno di 5 in 12 7 cm dal terminale positivo della batteria IT Tilkople strømforsyningen til kjøretøyet ...

Page 58: ...52 Appendix A Regulatory Notices and Safety Information MX7 Cradle Reference Guide E EQ MX7DKRG C ...

Page 59: ...6 Desktop Cradle 13 Desktop Mounting 16 Docking and undocking 21 Insert or remove spare battery 22 Mounting Brackets Passive Vehicle 41 Mounting Brackets Vehicle 23 Power Adapter 18 Prepare Desktop Cradle 16 Serial or IO Connection 19 37 Strain Relief Cable Clamp 38 I Input Cable Max Temp rating 34 L LEDs 4 M Maintenance 7 Manuals 10 O Operating Temperature 21 Powered Vehicle Cradle 39 P Passive v...

Page 60: ... 4 Specifications 21 Storage Temperature 21 Strain Relief Cable Clamps 25 36 38 System Status LED 4 5 T Tethered Scanner 6 Tethered scanners 11 U Upgrade MX7 base plate 8 V Vehicle Mount Cradle passive 41 Vehicle mount cradle powered Components 24 Docking and Undocking the MX7 29 Introduction 23 RAM bracket assembly 30 Vehicle Mounting Bracket Installation Procedure 23 41 W Wireless communication ...

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