Honeywell MX9 User manual

MX9
Hand-Held Computer
Microsoft® Windows® CE 5 Operating System
Battery Charger User's Guide

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-1
About this Guide 1-1
Setup Overview 1-1
Cautions and Warnings 1-2
Battery Charger 1-2
Lithium-Ion Battery Pack 1-2
Components 1-3
Installation 1-4
Assemble the Power Supply 1-4
Setup 1-5
Charging Batteries 1-6
Inserting a Battery into the Charging Pocket 1-7
Remove the Battery from the Charging Pocket 1-7
Interpreting the Charging Pocket LEDs 1-8
RED Continuous - on any charge pocket 1-8
RED FLASHING - on all charge pockets 1-8
GREEN - on any charge pocket 1-8
YELLOW - on any charge pocket 1-8
NO LIGHT - on any charge pocket 1-8
NO LIGHT - on all charge pockets 1-8
Battery Charger Help 1-9
Charger Cleaning, Storage and Service 1-11
Cleaning 1-11
Storage 1-11
Service 1-11
Battery Cleaning, Storage and Service 1-12
Cleaning 1-12
Storage 1-12
Service 1-12
Technical Specifications 1-13
Electrical 1-13
Temperature 1-13
Dimensions 1-13
Chapter 2: Set up a Battery Maintenance Routine 2-1
Introduction 2-1
Extending Battery Life 2-1
Self-Discharge 2-1
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Peripheral Devices 2-2
Maintenance Routine 2-3
Label the Batteries 2-3
A Simple Battery Usage Routine 2-4
Sample Log for Battery Maintenance 2-4
Chapter 3: Technical Assistance 3-1
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Chapter 1: Introduction
The MX9Battery Charger is designed to simultaneously charge four rechargeable Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery packs. The time
required for charging is dependent upon the battery pack temperature and conditions.
The battery charger should be located in an area where it:
lIs well ventilated.
lIs not in high traffic areas.
lLocates or orients the AC cord so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or subjected to damage or stress.
lHas enough clearance to allow easy access to the power port on the back of the device.
lIs protected from rain, dust, direct sunlight or inclement weather.
This device is intended for indoor use only and requires an indoor AC power source. The charger is not approved for use in
Hazardous Locations.
This device cannot charge/recharge coin cell batteries sealed inside the mobile device, if any.
About this Guide
This MX9 Battery Charger User's Guide is intended to familiarize the user with the safety and operating instructions necessary
to use theMX9 Battery Charger (Model MX9385CHARGER, MX9384CHARGER) to charge rechargeable lithium-ion battery
packs (MX9380BATTERY, MX9381BATTERY) .
This guide should be readily available to all users and maintenance personnel using this battery charger.
Setup Overview
The following instructions are abbreviated and intended to give an overview of the process to be followed.
1. Assemble the power supply.
2. Connect the power supply to the charger.
3. Insert a battery into a charging bay.
4. When the battery is charging, the setup process is complete.
Note: Store the charger and batteries when not in use in a cool, dry, protected place.
Please refer to the MX9 User's Guide for instruction when inserting and removing batteries.
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Cautions and Warnings
Battery Charger
lThere is a risk of explosion if the MX9 Li-Ion battery in the charging pocket is replaced by an incorrect type. Other
batteries or battery packs may burst causing injury or property damage.
lDo not insert any other type of Li-Ion battery in the MX9 battery charging pocket.
lDo not allow cleaning agents of any kind to contact the battery charging contacts; they may be damaged. If necessary,
clean them with a soft-bristle, dry brush or compressed air.
lDisconnect the charger from AC power by pulling the plug; not the cord.
lUse care when inserting battery. Do not "slam" or slide the battery into the pocket, this could damage the charger.
lKeep dirt and foreign objects out of the battery pocket. Do not short circuit any of the contacts in the battery pocket, this
could result in injury or property damage.
lDo not disassemble or perform modifications to the charger. There are no user serviceable components in the charger.
Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
lDispose of used Li-Ion batteries according to the instructions for the type of battery.
lWhen not in use, lay the battery pack contact-side up in a protected environment.
lDo not store the Li-Ion battery pack in direct sunlight or anywhere the battery pack cannot cool down.
lIf the Li-Ion battery pack is hot after removal from the MX9, allow it to cool at room temperature or in a cool air stream
before placing it in the charger.
lDo not dispose of Li-Ion batteries into a fire. Burning will generate hazardous vapors and may cause the battery to
explode. Failure to observe this warning may result in injury from inhalation of vapors or burns from flying debris.
lDo not immerse Li-Ion batteries in water or any other liquid. If batteries are immersed, contact Honeywell.
lDo not disassemble or perform modifications to the battery. There are no user serviceable components in the battery.
lDo not place the Li-Ion battery into a pocket or toolbox with conductive objects (coins, keys, tools, etc.). A Li-Ion battery
placed on damp ground or grass could be electrically shorted.
lDo not store Li-Ion batteries above 140°F (60°C) for extended periods.
lFailure to observe these warnings could result in injury or damage to the battery from rapid discharge of energy or
battery overheating.
lElectrolyte Burns.Be careful when handling batteries. If a battery is broken or shows signs of leakage do not attempt to
charge it. Dispose of it! Lead and Nickel-based cells contain a chemical solution that burns skin, eyes, etc. Leakage
from cells is the only possible way for such exposure to occur. In this event, rinse the affected area thoroughly with
water. If the solution contacts the eyes, get immediate medical attention.
lElectrical Burns. Batteries are capable of delivering high currents when accidentally shorted. Accidental shorting can
occur when contact is made with jewelry, metal surfaces, conductive tools, etc., making the objects very hot. Never
place a charged battery in a pocket or case with keys, coins, or other metal objects.
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Components
1. Battery Charging Pocket
2. Battery Charging Pocket LED
3. Battery Pocket Spring Clip
4. Battery Retaining Clip
5. AC Power port
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Installation
Assemble the Power Supply
Assemble the AC adapter for the MX9 Battery Charger before connecting it to the charger.
The AC power supply for the battery charger is shipped with the battery charger. Contact Technical Assistance if there is no
AC cable.
The battery charger power supply is intended for use with the MX9 battery charger only.
lPlug the 3-prong end of the cable into an AC wall outlet.
lFirmly press the female end of the power cable into the male connector on the AC power adapter. An LED on the power
adapter illuminates when AC power is available.
lAC power is now being applied to the power adapter.
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Setup
Prerequisite: The AC Adapter is assembled and receiving AC power.
The battery charger should be located in an area where it:
lIs well ventilated.
lIs not in high traffic areas.
lLocates or orients the AC cord so that it will not be stepped on, tripped over or subjected to damage or stress.
lHas enough clearance to allow easy access to the power port on the back of the device.
lIs protected from rain, dust, direct sunlight or inclement weather.
This device is intended for indoor use only and requires an indoor AC power source. The charger is not approved for use in
Hazardous Locations.
Place the battery charger on a flat, horizontal, hard surface or fasten securely to a stable surface using the keyhole openings on
the bottom of the battery charger.
Do not insert battery packs until the battery charger has finished powering up:
lInsert the power connector into the power outlet at the back of the battery charger.
lAC power is now being applied to the battery charger and it begins to power up.
lCharge pocket LEDs flash while the battery charger enters and exits the startup check.
lWhen the charge pocket LEDs are not illuminated, the battery charger is ready for use.
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Charging Batteries
New batteries should be charged fully before first use. The life and capacity of a Lithium Ion battery pack can vary
significantly depending on the discharge current and the environment in which it is used.
When a battery is placed in a charging pocket, the battery charger begins charging the battery. There is a slight delay while the
charger evaluates the condition of the battery (ambient temperature, remaining charge, etc.) before charging begins.
As with all batteries, expect to see a reduction in the total number of operations a fully charged battery pack can deliver as it
ages. When the battery reaches end of life (end-of-life occurs after 500 charge/discharge cycles) it must be replaced.
Battery packs do not need to be fully discharged between charge cycles.
While charging, the charger and battery pack will generate enough heat to feel warm. This is normal and does not indicate a
problem.
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Inserting a Battery into the Charging Pocket
Caution! It is important that battery packs are inserted into the charging pocket correctly. Inserting the battery incorrectly could
result in damage to the battery pack or the charger.
Caution! Do not “slam” the battery pack into the charging pocket. Damage may result.
When preparing the battery pack for insertion into the battery charging pocket, hold the battery with its four charging contacts in
line with the charging contacts in the charging pocket. Aim the retaining catch towards the back of the charger.
Push the locking tab towards the back of the battery charging pocket until it stays in place. Place the battery in the charging
pocket, making sure the tab at the top of the battery pack fits into the slot at the top end of the charging pocket. With a hinging
motion, slip the battery down into the charging pocket until the locking tab clicks into place and the battery pack is secure in the
charging pocket.
Remove the Battery from the Charging Pocket
Push the latch away from the battery. The battery will pop up slightly. Grasp the battery and with a hinging motion, lift it out of
the charging pocket.
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Interpreting the Charging Pocket LEDs
The status of the charge operation is indicated by the color of the LED for each charging pocket.
RED Continuous - on any charge pocket
lContinuous red means the battery pack is charging.
RED FLASHING - on all charge pockets
lBattery charger fault or failure.
GREEN - on any charge pocket
lContinuous green means the battery pack charge is complete - Battery is Ready.
YELLOW - on any charge pocket
lContinuous yellow / amber means the battery pack temperature is out of range. The charging pocket is in standby mode
while the pocket waits for the battery pack to warm up or cool down.
NO LIGHT - on any charge pocket
lNo light on a charge pocket means there is no battery pack installed
lor the battery pack in the pocket is not fully inserted
lor a defective or damaged battery pack is installed
lor the charger is defective or damaged. Refer to Battery Charger Help.
NO LIGHT - on all charge pockets
lNo light means there is no AC power available to the battery charger or there is power but there are no batteries in any
charging bay.
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Battery Charger Help
The following is intended as an aid in determining whether the battery pack or the charger may be malfunctioning:
Problem Cause Solution
Battery pack does not
fit in charging pocket.
Different manufacturer's battery pack,
or there is an object in the charging
pocket.
Check if the MX9 battery pack has Honeywell part number
MX9380BATT or MX9381BATT (Low Temperature) on the
label. If not, do not use.
Remove the object from the charging pocket.
No battery pack in
charger, but any of the
LEDs are on.
Dirt or foreign objects are in the
charging pocket.
Unplug charger from AC supply. Remove any dirt or foreign
objects from the charging pocket. If the LEDs continue to
remain ON, the charger may be defective. Return charger
to an authorized Honeywell service center.
Charger is plugged into
a live outlet, battery
pack is inserted, but
RED LED is OFF and
no other LEDs are on,
or all LEDs are off.
Battery pack is not making contact
with battery charge terminals in the
charging pocket.
Push battery pack in firmly. Do not "slam" the battery pack
into the charging pocket.
Charger is plugged into
a live outlet, battery
pack is inserted, but
RED LED is OFF and
no other LEDs are on,
or all LEDs are off.
Faulty battery pack. Replace battery pack.
Charger is plugged into
a live outlet, battery
pack is inserted, but
RED LED is OFF and
no other LEDs are on,
or all LEDs are off.
New battery pack, same result. Contact Technical Assistance for replacement options.
When you first put a
fully charged battery
pack in the charging
pocket, the RED LED
comes on, indicating
the battery pack is
charging.
During the first few minutes, the
battery charger checks the battery
pack for correct voltage and charge
state. During this time the LED is
RED and is continuously ON. After
charging is complete, the LED is
GREEN.
There is nothing wrong with the battery pack or charger.
Do not “top off” a fully charged battery pack by repeatedly
placing it in the charging pocket. The battery pack may
overheat and be damaged.
LED is flashing RED at
any pocket.
Current could not be sourced through
the battery pack due to age,
exhaustion or damage to the cell(s).
The battery pack does not
communicate with the charger.
Contact Technical Assistance for battery pack replacement
options.
LED is flashing RED at
any pocket.
The charger’s timeout period has
expired.
Make sure that the battery pack temperature is within
specification and retry charging. Contact Technical
Assistance if problem repeats, for battery pack
replacement options.
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Problem Cause Solution
LED is flashing RED at
any pocket.
The battery pack voltage has not
reached 6.0V within 30 minutes and
the charger has timed out.The battery
pack voltage has not reached 2.5V
within 60 minutes and the charger has
timed out.
Contact Technical Assistance for battery pack replacement
options.
Solid YELLOW /
AMBER LED when
battery pack is inserted
in the charging pocket.
The battery pack is too hot or too cold
to charge.
Remove battery pack from the charging pocket and allow it
to adjust to room temperature.
Note:
If the battery pack is left in the charging pocket, it will cool
down or warm to a temperature upon which the charger will
begin the charge cycle. However, depending on the
temperature of the battery, it may take 2-3 hours to adjust.
The cool-down / warm-up of a battery pack is much quicker
if the battery is not in the charging pocket.
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Charger Cleaning, Storage and Service
Cleaning
Unplug the charger from the power source before cleaning or removing debris from charging pockets.
Use only mild detergent with a slightly damp cloth to clean the outside of the charger. Do not use solvents or flammable
cleaners. Allow the case to dry fully before using again.
Do not allow cleaning agents of any kind to contact the charging contacts; they may be damaged. If necessary, clean them
with a soft-bristle, dry brush or compressed air.
Storage
Remove all batteries from the charging bays and disconnect AC power before placing the charger in storage. It should be
stored in a cool, dry place, protected from weather and airborne debris.
Battery packs should be kept in a cool, dry place whenever possible. Do not store battery packs in direct sunlight, on a metal
surface, or anywhere the battery pack cannot cool down. Do not leave the battery pack in a non-operating charger. The battery
pack may discharge through the charger rather than hold its charge.
Service
There are no user serviceable parts in the Rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery or the Charger. Contact Technical Assistance
should your charger require service.
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Battery Cleaning, Storage and Service
Cleaning
The battery pack should not require cleaning unless it has become heavily soiled. Old or damaged batteries should be disposed
of promptly and properly. The best way to dispose of used batteries is to recycle them. Battery recycling facilities recover the
Nickel, Lithium or Lead from old batteries to manufacture new batteries.
Use only mild detergent with a slightly damp cloth to clean the outside of the battery. Do not use solvents or flammable
cleaners. Allow the case to dry fully before using again.
Do not allow cleaning agents of any kind to contact the charging contacts; they may be damaged. If necessary, clean them
with a soft-bristle, dry brush or compressed air.
Storage
Battery packs should be stored, charging contact side up, in a cool dry place, protected from weather and airborne debris,
whenever possible.
Do not store battery packs in direct sunlight, on a metal surface, or anywhere the battery pack cannot cool down.
Do not leave the battery pack in a non-operating charger. The battery pack may discharge through the charger rather than hold
its charge.
Note: Battery packs may leak up to 1 mA current through the battery contacts when left in an unpowered charger pocket.
Service
There are no user serviceable parts in the Lithium Ion Battery Pack. Contact Technical Assistance for battery disposal and
replacement options.
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Technical Specifications
Electrical
Note: Battery packs may leak up to 1mA current through the battery contacts when left in an unpowered battery charger
charging pocket.
Parameter Minimum Maximum Note
Power Supply Input Voltage (V AC-IN) 100 VAC 240VAC Auto-switching
Power Supply Input Frequency (freq) 47Hz 63Hz
Power Supply Output Voltage 15 VDC 3.3A
Rated Output Power 50 watts
Temperature
Function Minimum Maximum Note
Operating 0°C
(32°F)
+40°C
(104°F)
Battery packs will only be charged when their internal temperature is between 0°C
(32°F) and 40°C (100°F)
Battery Pack
Charging
10°C
(50°F)
+40°C
(104°F)
Battery packs will not begin charging when their internal temperature is outside
this range.
Storage -20°C (-
4°F)
+70°C
(160°F) Unit is off.
Dimensions
Weight 3 lb 10 oz / 1.6 kg (with a battery in each charging bay)
2 lb 0 oz / 0.9 kg (no batteries)
Length 16” / 40 cm
Width 5.75” / 14.6 cm
Height 1.5” / 4 cm
Plug Type IEC320 (3 prong, grounded) / barrel connector
Mounting 10" / 25 cm Center point distance between mounting holes
Standard: Li-Ion 3.9A 2400mAh battery with a 500 charge/discharge life cycle
LowTemp: Li-Ion 3.9A 2200mAh battery with a 500 charge/discharge life cycle
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Chapter 2: Set up a Battery Maintenance Routine
Introduction
The MX9 uses a 2400 mAh/2200mAh Low-temp battery. Minimum battery life is 500 charge/discharge cycles before
replacement.
Hand held devices and body worn devices use Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) main battery packs that are lightweight and relatively small.
Vehicle mounted mobile devices and vehicle mounted cradles/docks are powered by the vehicle battery.
Extending Battery Life
The life and capacity of a Lithium Ion battery pack can vary significantly depending on the discharge current and the
environment in which it is used. Li-Ion battery packs do not need to be fully discharged between charge cycles.
Regardless of the type of battery being used, following are suggestions for extending battery life:
lImmediately replace batteries in mobile devices with the appropriate, fully charged battery when equipment battery
warnings are issued, heard or displayed.
lFully charge a new battery before using.
lRemove batteries from unused units or units that will be unused longer than a day.
lPlace discharged batteries in a battery charger as soon as possible.
lStore batteries in locations that maintain an ambient temperature of approximately 25°C (77°F).
lRecycle defective, shorted or end-of-life batteries.
lAny Lithium-Ion battery that is over a year old is considered an old battery.
lReplace all batteries more than a year old with new batteries.
To determine the age of the battery, check the battery label that shows the manufacturer ship date. The ship date has the year
and the month that the battery was shipped. The first field (labeled 1-0) is the year the battery was shipped. The second field
(labeled J, F, M, A, etc.) is the month. So if the 8 and the F are punched out, the battery was shipped in February of 2008.
To determine the actual shipping date, use the serial number on the battery label to determine the ship date. Contact Technical
Assistance for help if needed.
Self-Discharge
Batteries should be stored at temperatures close to 25°C (77°F) because higher temperatures cause batteries to self discharge
faster than lower temperatures.
All batteries begin self-discharging after receiving a charge. The rate at which the battery self discharges depends on the
battery construction, temperature, initial capacity of the battery, and the amount of time that has passed since the battery was
charged.
Note: Temperatures significantly above 25ºC (77ºF) increase the self-discharge rate of all batteries.
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Peripheral Devices
Hand-held and vehicle mount devices have ports for the attachment of peripheral devices. A peripheral device might be a bar
code decoder, a bar code printer, a keyboard, a mouse or a monitor.
If the peripheral device does not have its own power source, and is designed to draw power from your MX9 battery, be aware
that the way you use the peripheral device affects the drain on your battery. Peripheral devices affect your battery life in the
following ways:
lThe number of peripheral devices you use affects the drain on your batteries.
lThe length of time you use peripheral devices affects the drain on your batteries. Using a peripheral device for 6 hours
per shift drains your batteries more than using a peripheral device for 4 hours per shift.
lScanning bad bar code labels with your bar code decoder can increase the drain on your batteries significantly. You
should ensure that your bar code labels are in good condition to prevent unnecessary drain.
lUsing a heater, if installed, greatly reduces battery life.
Wireless Bluetooth peripherals have their own power source.
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