Xplore iX104 Series User Manual

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Technical Update Bulletin
iX104
Issue Date: 08/23/2004
Last Updated: 08/23/2004
Document ID: IX104TU082304_v1
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 2000, XP Pro and XP Tablet Edition
Category: iX104 Batteries 41wh, 55wh
Distribution:
Application Models: iX104R, iX104RD, iX104T, iX104TD, iX104C2
Classification: External
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Item 1 – iX104 Li-Manganese Batteries
Li-Manganese Batteries
Li-Manganese batteries are the newest technology batteries and offer several
advantages over NiMH and NiCd batteries. Li-Manganese batteries are
preferred for their lighter weight and higher performance. Lithium-ion batteries
are typically 20-35% lighter and will provide 10-20% better performance than a
NiMH battery of equivalent mAh rating. Lithium-ion batteries are also unique in
that they are not susceptible to the "memory effect".
A new Li-Manganese battery will benefit from an initial "conditioning" of the
battery. For the first 3 charge cycles, fully charge the battery overnight and allow
it to fully discharge before recharging. Once conditioned, Li-Manganese
batteries will perform best when charged at a rate somewhere between a
conventional slow charge and a rapid charge. When rapid charging, Li-
Manganese batteries require a charger designed to charge Lithium batteries. To
achieve a true full charge when rapid charging, the battery needs to be slow
charged the last 10-15% of its charge cycle. Most "intelligent" desktop and
Lithium-battery rapid chargers provide this capability. A Li-Manganese battery
may be damaged by extensive overcharging (continuously on a charger for more
than 24 hours).

Xplore iX104 Series Specifications

General

Display Size	10.4 inches
Resolution	1024 x 768 pixels
Weight	Approx. 2.2 kg (4.85 lbs)
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
Ports	USB, Ethernet, Serial
Camera	Optional
Touchscreen	Yes

Summary

iX104 Li-Manganese Batteries

Li-Manganese Battery Technology

Newest battery tech, lighter, higher performance than NiMH/NiCd, immune to memory effect.

iX104 BIOS Update

BIOS Download and Update Procedure

Details downloading the A21 BIOS for DOS, file format, and importance of following upgrade procedures to avoid system failure.

iX104 Dual Bay Battery Charger

Introduction to Dual Bay Charger

Introduces the iX104 Dual Bay Battery Charger for charging and reconditioning iX104 battery packs.

Dual Bay Charger Features

Describes sequential charging in two bays (3000mA max) and dedicated reconditioning bay.

Status Indicators

Explains the Tri-Color LED indicators for charging, fully charged, recalibrating, standby, and error states.

Charging Instructions

Provides step-by-step instructions for charging and reconditioning battery packs using the dual bay charger.

Battery Testing

Details how to test the iX104 battery pack's charge level using the fuel gauge on the battery itself.

Other Information