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Bottom Panel Features
DC Power Jack
The DC power jack receives external power from the ScanPal 5100 power cable that is
included with the terminal. When connected to the ScanPal 5100 power cable, the terminal is
powered and the main battery pack is charging.
I/O Connector
The I/O mechanical connector is designed to work exclusively with ScanPal 5100 peripherals
and cables. This connector powers the terminal, charges the main battery, and facilitates
communication. This connector supports full speed USB 1.1 communication (up to 12 Mbps)
and RS-232 communications with a maximum speed of 115Kbps and seven baud rate
settings.
Through this connector, you can communicate with a host workstation via Microsoft
ActiveSync; see Connecting and Synchronizing the Terminal and Workstation on page 7-2.
The I/O connector supports the following signals:
Note: Signals referenced are for a DTE device.
ScanPal 5100 Peripherals/Accessories
The following items are sold separately and enhance your ScanPal 5100’s capabilities.
DC IN Clear To Send
Transmitted Data Received Data
Request To Send GND
USB Host +5V RS-232 Shutdown
USB Host D+ USB Client D+
USB Host D- USB Client D-
USB Host Detect USB Client +5V
DC Power Jack
I/O Connector