Getting Started 2 - 5
Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle
This section describes how to set up and use a single Single Slot Serial/USB cradle with the mobile computer. For
serial and USB communication setup procedures see Serial Communication Setup on page 2-44.
Figure 2-4
Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle
The Single Slot Serial/USB Cradle:
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Provides 15VDC power for operating the mobile computer.
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Provides serial and USB ports for data communication between the mobile computer and a host computer or
other serial devices (e.g., a printer).
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Synchronizes information between the mobile computer and a host computer. (With customized or third party
software, it can also be used to synchronize the mobile computer with corporate databases.)
CAUTION Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in Battery Safety Guidelines on page
10-1.
Spare Battery
Spare Battery
Charging Well
Spare Battery
Charging LED
Indicator LED Bar
Spare Battery
Charging Well
Power
Port
Serial
Port
USB
Port
CAUTION Do not place coins, keys or paper clips in cradle well.
NOTE When a mobile computer with Microsoft Mobile 5.0 is placed in the cradle and an ActiveSync connection is
made, the WLAN and WWAN radios (if applicable) are disabled. This is a Microsoft security feature to prevent
connection to two networks at the same time.
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