Symbol PL370 User manual

PL 370/470 RF Cradle

PL 370/470 RF Cradle
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Symbol Technologies, Inc.
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Holtsville, N.Y. 11742-1300
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Patents
This product is covered by one or more of the following U.S. and foreign Patents:
U.S. Patent No. 4,593,186; 4,603,262; 4,607,156; 4,652,750; 4,673,805; 4,736,095;
4,758,717; 4,760,248; 4,806,742; 4,816,660; 4,845,350; 4,896,026; 4,897,532; 4,923,281; 4,933,538;
4,992,717; 5,015,833; 5,017,765; 5,021,641; 5,029,183; 5,047,617; 5,103,461; 5,113,445; 5,130,520;
5,140,144; 5,142,550; 5,149,950; 5,157,687; 5,168,148; 5,168,149; 5,180,904; 5,216,232; 5,229,591;
5,230,088; 5,235,167; 5,243,655; 5,247,162; 5,250,791; 5,250,792; 5,260,553; 5,262,627; 5,262,628;
5,266,787; 5,278,398; 5,280,162; 5,280,163; 5,280,164; 5,280,498; 5,304,786; 5,304,788; 5,306,900;
5,324,924; 5,337,361; 5,367,151; 5,373,148; 5,378,882; 5,396,053; 5,396,055; 5,399,846; 5,408,081;
5,410,139; 5,410,140; 5,412,198; 5,418,812; 5,420,411; 5,436,440; 5,444,231; 5,449,891; 5,449,893;
5,468,949; 5,471,042; 5,478,998; 5,479,000; 5,479,002; 5,479,441; 5,504,322; 5,519,577; 5,528,621;
5,532,469; 5,543,610; 5,545,889; 5,552,592; 5,557,093; 5,578,810; 5,581,070; 5,589,679; 5,589,680;
5,608,202; 5,612,531; 5,619,028; 5,627,359; 5,637,852; 5,664,229; 5,668,803; 5,675,139; 5,693,929;
5,698,835; 5,705,800; 5,714,746; 5,723,851; 5,734,152; 5,734,153; 5,742,043; 5,745,794; 5,754,587;
5,762,516; 5,763,863; 5,767,500; 5,789,728; 5,789,731; 5,808,287; 5,811,785; 5,811,787; 5,815,811;
5,821,519; 5,821,520; 5,823,812; 5,828,050; 5,848,064; 5,850,078; 5,861,615; 5,874,720; 5,875,415;
5,900,617; 5,902,989; 5,907,146; 5,912,450; 5,914,478; 5,917,173; 5,920,059; 5,923,025; 5,929,420;
5,945,658; 5,945,659; 5,946,194; 5,959,285; 6,002,918; 6,021,947; 6,029,894; 6,031,830; 6,036,098;
6,047,892; 6,050,491; 6,053,413; 6,056,200; 6,065,678; 6,067,297; 6,082,621; 6,084,528; 6,088,482;
6,092,725; 6,101,483; 6,102,293; 6,104,620; 6,114,712; 6,115,678; 6,119,944; 6,123,265; 6,131,814;
6,138,180; 6,142,379; 6,172,478; 6,176,428; 6,178,426; 6,186,400; 6,188,681; 6,209,788; 6,209,789;
6,216,951; 6,220,514; 6,243,447; 6,244,513; 6,247,647; 6,308,061; 6,250,551; 6,295,031; 6,308,061;
6,308,892; 6,321,990; 6,328,213; 6,330,244; 6,336,587; 6,340,114; 6,340,115; 6,340,119; 6,348,773;
6,380,949; 6,394,355; D305,885; D341,584; D344,501; D359,483; D362,453; D363,700; D363,918;
D370,478; D383,124; D391,250;
D405,077; D406,581; D414,171; D414,172; D418,500; D419,548; D423,468; D424,035;
D430,158; D430,159; D431,562; D436,104.
Invention No. 55,358; 62,539; 69,060; 69,187, NI-068564 (Taiwan); No. 1,601,796; 1,907,875; 1,955,269
(Japan); European Patent 367,299; 414,281; 367,300; 367,298; UK 2,072,832; France 81/03938; Italy
1,138,713
rev. 06/02

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Introduction
The PL 370/470 RF cradle acts as a stand, host communication
interface, and a charger for the Phaser RF scanner. It can sit on a
desktop or be wall-mounted - whichever is more convenient.
The cradle receives data from the scanner via radio frequency (RF)
transmissions through the antenna, then transmits that data to the
host device through an attached cable. The cradle also charges the
scanner’s battery pack (in the scanner).
There are two versions of the cradle:
• PL 470 Cradle: radio retail version
• PL 370 Cradle: radio industrial version.
This Quick Reference Guide provides basic instruction on the set up
and use of the cradle. Unless otherwise noted, the term PhaserLink
refers to all versions of the cradle.
Equipment Supplied
The following equipment is supplied with your cradle:
• Two screws (for wall mounting, see page 11)
• One velcro strip (for desk mounting)
• Four rubber feet (for desk mounting)
•Cradle.
Save the shipping container for storing or shipping. Inspect all your
equipment for damage. If anything is damaged or missing, call your
authorized Customer Support Representative immediately.
Related Documentation
P 370/470 RF Scanner Product Reference Guide,
p/n 72-38495-xx
P 370/470 RF Scanner Quick Reference Guide,
p/n 72-38493-xx

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Parts of the Cradle
Scanner
Support Tab
Charging/Communications
Contacts
Charging
LED COM 1 Port
Power
Port
Wall-
mounting
Socket 2
Antenna
Wall-mounting
Socket 1
Pairing Label

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Connecting to the Host
To connect the cradle to a host:
1. Insert the appropriate in-
terface cable from the host
computer into the COM1
port.
2. Connect the power con-
nector of the power supply
(p/n 50-19000-101) into
the cradle’s power port
(the cradle cannot be pow-
ered by the host computer).
3. Connect the appropriate line cord to the power supply and the
other end to an AC power source.
Wall Mounting
Before wall-mounting the
cradle, the scanner support
tab must be changed from
the desk-mount position to
the wall-mount position.
1. Lift the scanner sup-
port tab out of the
top part of the cradle
and replace it in the
wall-mount position.
COM1
Power Port
Desk Mount Wall Mount

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2. Seat the cables from the bottom of the
cradle in the grooves along the length of
it so that the bottom of the cradle is
smooth.
3. Fasten the two screws provided into the
wall where the cradle will hang, leaving
about 1/8” (0.3 cm) of the screw out-
side the wall for the cradle’s wall
mounting sockets (A template is pro-
vided for you on page 11).
4. Place the cradle over the screw
heads and slide down until it
fits into place. Slight pressure
upwards should not move the
cradle.
5. Position the antenna vertically
(pointing toward the ceiling).
6. Place the scanner in the cradle.
Inserting Phaser in the Cradle
Place the scanner in the cradle so
that the top of the scanner sits in
the larger part of the cradle and
the metal contacts on the
bottom of the scanner touch the
contacts on the cradle.
Pairing
The wireless “connection”
between the scanner and cradle is the low power radio transmission
through RF transceivers in both the scanner and cradle.
Communication consists of bidirectional message packets.
Cable
Grooves

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However, the scanner and cradle must be paired for this
communication to work.
Note: After a new host is installed at the cradle, re-scan the
pairing bar code. This allows the cradle to notify the
scanner of the change in the host device.
To pair the scanner with the cradle:
1. Scan the pairing bar code on the top of the cradle. A duplicate
pairing bar code is located in the well on the bottom of the cra-
dle.
2. Insert the scanner into the cradle (recommended but not re-
quired). Note that you cannot scan data until this linking is
complete.
3. At that time there is an exchange of information between the
scanner and the cradle. This occurs in a few seconds if the
scanner is in the cradle or over a minute if not in the cradle.
4. After the exchange is complete, the scanner and cradle are
paired. Successful pairing is indicated by as warble beep; fail-
ure, or unsuccessful link, is indicated by a Lo Hi beep.
Sending Data to Host Computer
The cradle receives data from the scanner and transmits it to the
host computer via the interface cable.
Recharging the Battery in the Scanner
To charge the scanner’s battery, place the scanner in the cradle,
ensuring the metal contacts on the bottom of the scanner touch the
contacts on the cradle. A complete charge takes up to 4 hours,
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Charging LED
Once the scanner is placed in the cradle, it waits 15 minutes to start
charging the battery in the scanner. The LED indicates the charging
status as follows:
Troubleshooting
If the cradle does not work after you’ve followed these operating
instructions:
• Check the system power.
• Check for loose cable connections.
• Check that the scanner is sitting properly in the cradle.
Cleaning
Wipe the cradle periodically with a lens tissue or other material
suitable for cleaning optical material, such as eyeglasses.
Caution: Do not pour, spray or spill any liquid on the cradle.
Off Scanner is not in cradle
Slow Blink Scanner is in cradle, not charging
Fast Blink Scanner is in cradle, charging
On Scanner is in cradle, charge cycle is complete

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Regulatory Information
All Symbol devices are designed to be compliant with rules and
regulations in locations they are sold and will be labeled as
required.
Any changes or modifications to Symbol Technologies equipment,
not expressly approved by Symbol Technologies, could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.
Ergonomic Recommendations
Caution: In order to avoid or minimize the potential risk of
ergonomic injury follow the recommendations below. Consult with
your local Health & Safety Manager to ensure that you are
adhering to your company's safety programs to prevent employee
injury.
• Reduce or eliminate repetitive motion
• Maintain a natural position
• Reduce or eliminate excessive force
• Keep objects that are used frequently within easy reach
• Perform tasks at correct heights
• Reduce or eliminate vibration
• Reduce or eliminate direct pressure
• Provide adjustable workstations
• Provide adequate clearance
• Provide a suitable working environment
• Improve work procedures.
Power Supply
Note:Use only a Symbol-approved power supply 50-14000-101
output rated 9 Vdc and minimum 1 A. The power supply is certified
to EN60950 with SELV outputs.
Hinweis: Benutzen Sie nur eine Symbol Technologies genehmigt
Stromversorgung 50-14000-101 in den Ausgabe: 9 Vdc und

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minimum 1 A. Die Stromversorgung ist bescheinigt nach EN60950
mit SELV Ausgaben
Radio Frequency Interference
Requirements
Note: This equipment has been tested and
found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements - Canada
This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry & Science Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme
NMB-003 du Canada.

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Label Marking: The Term "IC:" before the radio certification only
signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met.
Marking and European Economic Area (EEA)
2.4GHz devices for use through the EEA have the
following restrictions:
• Maximum radiated transmit power of 10 mW EIRP in the fre-
quency range 2.400 -2.4835 GHz
• France, equipment is restricted to 2.446 -2.454 GHz frequen-
cy range
• Italy requires a user license for outside usage.
Statement of Compliance
Symbol Technologies, Inc., hereby, declares that this device is in
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directives 1999/5/EC, 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC.
Declaration of Conformities may be obtained from http://
www2.symbol.com/doc/
Other Countries
Mexico - Restrict Frequency Range to: 2.450 - 2.4835 GHz.
Israel - Restrict Frequency Range to: 2.418 - 2.457 GHz.
Sri Lanka-Restrict Frequency Range to: 2.400 - 2.430 GHz.

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Warranty
(A) Seller's hardware Products are warranted against defects in workmanship and
materials for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of shipment, provided the
Product remains unmodified and is operated under normal and proper conditions.
Warranty provisions and durations on software, integrated installed systems, Product
modified or designed to meet specific customer specifications ("Custom Products"),
remanufactured products, and reconditioned or upgraded products, shall be as
provided in the applicable Product specification in effect at the time of purchase or in
the accompanying software license. (B) Products may be serviced or manufactured with
parts, components, or subassemblies that originate from returned products and that
have been tested as meeting applicable specifications for equivalent new material and
Products. The sole obligation of Seller for defective hardware Products is limited to
repair or replacement (at Seller's option) on a "return to service depot" basis with prior
Seller authorization. Shipment to and from Seller will be at Seller's expense, unless no
defect is found. No charge will be made to Buyer for replacement parts for warranty
repairs. Seller is not responsible for any damage to or loss of any software programs,
data or removable data storage media, or the restoration or reinstallation of any
software programs or data other than the software, if any, installed by Seller during
manufacture of the Product. The aforementioned provisions do not extend the original
warranty period of any Product that had either been repaired or replaced by Seller. (C)
The above warranty provisions shall not apply to any Product (i) which has been
repaired, tampered with, altered or modified, except by Seller's authorized service
personnel; (ii) in which the defects or damage to the Product result from normal wear
and tear, misuse, negligence, improper storage, water or other liquids, battery leakage
or failure to perform operator handling and scheduled maintenance instructions
supplied by Seller; (iii) which has been subjected to unusual physical or electrical stress,
abuse, or accident, or forces or exposure beyond normal use within the specified
operational and environmental parameters set forth in the applicable Product
specification; nor shall the above warranty provisions apply to any expendable or
consumable items, such as batteries, supplied with the Product. EXCEPT FOR THE
WARRANTY OF TITLE AND THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES STATED ABOVE,
SELLER DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES ON PRODUCTS FURNISHED
HERUNDER INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABLILTY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE. ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES THAT MAY BE IMPOSED BY LAW ARE LIMITED IN DURATION
TO THE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD. SOME STATES OR COUNTRIES DO
NOT ALLOW A LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY
LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR CONSUMER PRODUCTS. IN SUCH STATES
OR COUNTIRES, FOR SUCH PRODUCTS, SOME EXCLUSIONS OR
LIMITATIONS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY MAY NOT APPLY. The stated
express warranties are in lieu of all obligations or liabilities on the part of Seller for
damages, including but not limited to, special, indirect or consequential damages
arising out of or in connection with the use or performance of the Product or service.
Seller's liability for damages to Buyer or others resulting from the use of any Product
or service furnished hereunder shall in no way exceed the purchase price of said Product
or the fair market value of said service, except in instances of injury to persons or
property.

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Wall Mounting Template
Center
Line of
Cradle
Wall
Mounting
Socket 2
Wall
Mounting
Socket 1
1.27”
Use 1/8” drill bit
for screw holes.
3.85”
1.11”

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72-38494-01
Revision B — June 2002
Symbol Technologies, Inc. One Symbol Plaza Holtsville, NY 11742-1300
Service Information
Before you use the unit, it must be configured to operate in your facility’s network and
run your applications.
If you have a problem running your unit or using your equipment, contact your
facility’s Technical or Systems Support. If there is a problem with the equipment, they
will contact the Symbol Support Center:
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