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Magnetic Stripe Reader
This section describes how to set up and use the snap-on MSR with the mobile computer. The MSR snaps on to
the bottom of the mobile computer and can be easily removed when not in use.
Figure 2-18
Magnetic Stripe Reader
When attached to the mobile computer, the MSR:
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Provides power for operating the mobile computer, with the appropriate power connection.
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Allows the mobile computer to capture data from magnetic stripe cards. (To download MSR data capture
software, visit: http://support.symbol.com.)
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Provides serial connection through the serial pass-through port for communication with a serial device, such
as a host computer. For communication setup procedures, see Serial Communication Setup on page 2-44.
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Provides USB connection through the USB pass-through port for communication with a USB device, such as
a host computer. For communication setup procedures, see Serial Communication Setup on page 2-44.
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Charges the mobile computer’s battery, when used with the appropriate power supply.
Card Reader Slot
Latches
Power Port
Communications Port
Pogo Pin
Pass-through
Connector
Latch Grip
NOTE When a mobile computer with Windows Mobile 5.0 is connected to a host computer through the MSR 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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