Motorola VCD9500 User manual

VCD9500 Vehicle Cradle
VBC9500 Vehicle Battery Charger
Quick Reference Guide

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Quick Reference Guide 3
Introduction
This guide describes how to install and use the
VCD9500 Vehicle Cradle and the VBC9500 Vehicle
Battery Charger.
The VCD9500:
• holds the MC9500 securely in place
• provides power for operating the MC9500
• re-charges the battery in the MC9500
• provides power to the Vehicle Battery Charger.
The VBC9500:
• holds the battery securely in place
• charges a spare 4800 mAh battery.
The cradle and charger are powered by the vehicle’s
12VDC or 24VDC electrical system.
For detailed information about the MC9500-K, refer
to the MC9500-K Mobile Computer User Guide (p/n
72E-118501-xx), and the MC9500-K Mobile
Computer Integrator Guide (p/n 72E-118503-xx).
Requirements
Vehicle Cradle Mounting
• four #10-32 self-locking nuts (included)
• four #10 washers (included)
• a drill with a #2 (0.221”) or 6 mm drill bit.
Vehicle Cradle Power Connection
• power input cable (included), p/n 25-61987-01R
• UL Listed in-line fuse rated 250 VDC, 5 A
(included), must be used if not connecting to
vehicle’s fuse panel.
• in-line fuse holder (included), must be used if not
connecting to vehicle’s fuse panel.

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Vehicle Battery Charger Mounting
• two M4 x 0.7 screws of appropriate length for
mounting surface
• two M4 lock washers
• a drill with a #8 (0.204”) or 5 mm drill bit.
Vehicle Battery Charger Power Connection
• auto-charger cable, p/n VCA9500-01R
or
• jumper cable, p/n 25-122028-01R.
Parts of the Vehicle Cradle
Power Port
Mounting Screws
Release Lever
Comm Port

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Parts of the Vehicle Battery
Charger
VCD Connector Pin-Outs
Power Input Connector
Pin Signal
1V+
2V+
3 Chassis ground
4 Chassis ground
Power Port
BOTTOM VIEWREAR VIEW
Mounting Holes
Release Button
1
Connector on Cradle
1

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USB Comm Connector
Pin Signal
1 USB_VBUS
2USB_N
3USB_P
4Ground
5Ground
6N/C
7CradleDetect
8 - 12 N/C
13 USB_ID
14, 15 N/C
CAUTION ROAD SAFETY - Do not use
the MC9500-K while driving. Park the
vehicle first. Always ensure the
MC9500-K is fully inserted into the cradle.
Do not place it on the seat or where it can
break loose in a collision or sudden stop.
Lack of proper insertion may result in
property damage or personal injury.
Motorola is not responsible for any loss
resulting from the use of the products
while driving. Remember: Safety comes
first.

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Mounting the Vehicle Cradle
1. Select a mounting location for the cradle. It
should be flat, and must provide adequate
support for the cradle.
2. Prepare the mounting surface to accept four
#10-32 studs, using the mounting template
below. Drill four holes with a #2 or 6 mm drill bit.
3. Position the cradle on the mounting surface.
CAUTION Only mount the Vehicle Cradle
in a vertical position with the release level
at the top or in a horizontal position with
the mobile computer display facing up.
Never mount the vehicle cradle on the
side or upside down or on a wall that can
be subject to impact or collision of greater
than 40Gs, in accordance with SAE J1455
Section 4.10.3.5
1.5”
3.81 cm
1.2”
3.05 cm

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4. Fasten it using four #10 washers and four #10-32
self-locking nuts.
Power Connection
Please read all of these instructions before
beginning.
To connect the cradle to power:
1. Locate the vehicle power source.
CAUTION Do not install a Vehicle Cradle
on or near an air bag cover plate or within
an aerobic zone. Also, do not install it in a
location that affects vehicle safety or
driveability.
WARNING!A properly trained technician
must perform the power connection.
Improper connection can damage your
vehicle, cradle or mobile computer. Refer
to the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual for
instructions for removing power.
CAUTION When setting up connection for
this cradle, only use the power input cable
provided with this cradle.

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2. Route the power input cable from the cradle’s
power port to the connection point for the
vehicle’s power source.
NOTE The ideal location for connecting
the vehicle cradle power input cable
would be an accessory output in your
vehicle’s fuse panel. The vehicle cradle
should be added to a circuit with a
maximum load capacity for the cradle and
the original circuit. Refer to the vehicle’s
Owner’s Manual for identification of the
circuit.
If a fused output is not available, the
vehicle cradle must be installed with the
provided in-line fuse holder and UL Listed
5A fuse. The fuse protects the vehicle
from an electrical short on the power line
to the cradle.
To use the cradle to charge the
MC9500-K, when the vehicle’s ignition is
off, connect the cradle to unswitched
power.
NOTE The means of routing and
securing the power input cable from the
cradle through to the vehicle power
source is extremely important. Hazards
associated with improper wiring can be
severe. To avoid unintentional contact
between the wire and any sharp edges,
provide the cable with proper bushings
and clamping where it passes through
openings. If the wire is subjected to
sharp surfaces and excess engine
vibration, the wiring harness insulation
can wear away, causing a short between
the bare wire and chassis. This can start
a fire. To avoid any mishaps, all wiring
should be routed away from moving
parts, high temperature areas and any
contaminants.

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3. When using the supplied in-line fuse holder
(which must be used if not connecting to
vehicle’s fuse panel):
a. Ensure the fuse holder contains a 5A UL
Listed slow-blow fuse.
b. Splice the fuse holder to the end of the red V+
wire, as shown below. Make the distance
from the fuse to the power connection point
as short as possible.
4. Prepare the cable termination.
a. Red wire: connect to a +12 or 24 VDC vehicle
power source.
b. Black wire and Shield wire: connect to vehicle
ground wire or chassis ground.
Shield Wire (bare wire)
Ground Wire (black)
V+ Power (red)
5A Fuse and Fuse Holder