2 - 20 MC31XX Series Mobile Computer Integrator Guide
Setup
The MC31XX Communication/Charge cables can connect with a serial/USB device, such as a printer or host
computer, through its serial or USB port.
Figure 2-19
MC31XX Communication/Charge Cables
Battery Charging
The MC31XX Communication/Charge cables can charge the mobile computer battery and supply operating power.
To charge the mobile computer battery:
1. Connect the MC31XX Communication/Charge cable power input connector to the Motorola approved power
source.
2. Attach the bottom of the mobile computer to the MC31XX connector and gently press in until the snaps latch
on the mobile computer.
3. The mobile computer amber Charge LED Indicator indicates the mobile computer battery charging status. The
Standard Battery usually charges in less than five hours and the Extended Life Battery usually charges in less
than eight hours. See Table 2-2 on page 2-7 for charging status indications.
4. When charging is complete, remove the cable by gently pulling the mobile computer and the cable apart until
the snaps release the mobile computer.
LED Charge Indications
The MC31XX Communication/Charge cables use the amber Charge LED Indicator to indicate the MC31XX battery
charging status. See Table 2-2 on page 2-7 for charging status indications.
Communication Setup
To connect the MC31XX Communication/Charge cables to a serial or USB device:
1. Connect serial/USB end of the MC31XX Communication/Charge cable into the communications port.
USB Host Cable
Mini-B Connector
MC31XX Connector
Power Input
Barrel
Connector
Serial (RS232)
Cable
USB Client Cable
Standard-A
Connector
Power Input
Connector
Top View
WARNING! Do not use a tool to remove the battery.