Symbol VCD88000 User manual

VCD8800
Vehicle Cradle

VCD8800
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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
This guide describes how to install and use a VCD 8800 vehicle
cradle with a Symbol PPT 8800 Series terminal.
The VCD 8800 should be installed into the cab of your vehicle.
Once installed, the cradle holds a terminal securely in place. It
also:
• provides power for operating the terminal.
• provides a serial port for data communication between a
terminal and an external device (e.g., a printer).
• re-charges the terminal’s battery
• re-charges a spare battery.
Thecradleispoweredbythevehicle’s12or 24Velectrical system.
Theoperatingvoltagerangeis 9V to32Vandrequiresa maximum
current of 7A.
About This Guide
Specific topics in this guide include:
•Requirements on page 2
•Parts on page 3
•Mounting the Cradle on page 5
•Power Connection on page 6
•Serial Device Connection on page 9
•Terminal Insertion and Removal on page 10
•Terminal Battery Charging on page 12
•Spare Battery Insertion and Removal on page 12
•Spare Battery Charging on page 14
•LED Indicators on page 14
•Care and Cleaning on page 14
•Troubleshooting on page 15
•Regulatory Information on page 16
•Service Information on backcover.

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FordetailedinformationonPPT8800Seriesterminals,refertothe
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs
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Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product
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Product Reference Guide (p/n 72-58094-xx).
Requirements
• for mounting
- four #8-32 self-locking nuts
- four #8 washers
- a drill with a #6 drill bit (.204”)
• for power connection
- power input cable (included)
- UL Listed in-line fuse rated 250V, 10A (included), must
be used if not connecting to vehicle’s fuse panel
- in-line fuse holder (included), must be used if not con-
necting to vehicle’s fuse panel
• for serial connection
- DB9 female serial cable
(some devices may require null modem)
• for communication
- a PPT 8800 Series terminal
- setup of host computer and terminal (as determined by
the application you are using).

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Parts
FRONT
BOTTOM
Serial
port
Terminal
release button
Terminal
slot
Power
port
Terminal battery
charging LED Spare battery
charging LED
Spare
battery slot Battery
release lever
Standard
capacity battery
insert

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There are two connection ports on the bottom of the cradle:
Caution: ROAD SAFETY - Don't use the terminal while driving.
Parkthevehiclefirst.Alwaysensure theterminalisfully
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 inproperty damage
or personal injury. Symbol Technologies, Inc. is not re-
sponsible for any loss resulting from the use of the
products while driving. Remember: Safety comes first.
Ports Function
Serial Standard RS 232 port used for direct connection to your serial de-
vice using a serial cable.
Power Used for connecting to vehicle power using the power input cable.

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Mounting the Cradle
1. Select a mounting location for the cradle. It should be flat,
and must provide adequate support for the unit.
2. Prepare the mounting surface to accept four #8-32 studs,
using the mounting template below. You need to drill four
holes with a #6 drill bit.
3. Position the cradle on the mounting surface.
4. Fasten it using four #8 washers and four #8-32 self-locking
nuts.
Caution: Donot install a VCD 8800 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.
1.5”
1.2”

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Power Connection
Please read all of these instructions before you begin.
WARNING
A properly trained technician must perform the power con-
nection. Improper connection can damage your vehicle or
the cradle.
To connect the cradle to power:
Caution: Whensettingupconnectionforthiscradle, onlyuse the
power input cable provided with this cradle.
1. Locate your vehicle 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 10A fuse. The fuse protects the vehicle
froman electricalshort on the power line to the cradle.
To use the cradle to charge the terminal and spare
battery, when the vehicle’s ignition is off, connect the
cradle to unswitched power.
2. Route the power input cable from the cradle’s power port to
the connection point for your vehicle’s power source.
Caution: The means of routing and securing the power input ca-
ble from thecradle through to the vehicle power source
is extremely important. Hazards associated with im-

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proper wiring can be severe. To avoid unintentional
contactbetweenthewireandanysharpedges,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 be-
tween the bare wire and chassis. This can start a fire.
To avoid any mishaps, all wiringshould berouted away
from moving parts, high temperature areas and any
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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. Make sure the fuse holder contains a 10A UL Listed
slow-blow fuse.
b. Splice the fuse holder to the end of the red V+ wire, as
shown above. Make the distance from the fuse to the
power connection point as short as possible.
4. Prepare the cable termination.
ShieldWire
(bare wire)
GroundWire
(black)
V+Power
(red)
10AFuseand
Fuse Holder

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a. Red wire: connect to a +12/24 V vehicle power source.
b. Black wire and Shield wire: connect to vehicle ground
wire or chassis ground.
Note: How the cable terminates depends on your vehicle. If
your vehicle has a power output connector, then you
mustattachamatingconnector totheendofthepower
cable. You may be able to connect toa fuse panel with
a simple blade terminal or commercially available
connector. Consult your vehicle’s Owner’s Manual for
information on how to access your vehicles power
supply.
5. Connect the power input cable into the power port on the
cradle.
To see if the cradle has power, insert the terminal. The terminal
batterychargingLED turnssolid red to indicate chargingand turns
solid green when the battery is completely charged. See LED
Indicators on page 14 for other indications.
Serial Device Connection
The terminal has a serial port on
the bottom. When you insert the
terminal into the cradle, it
connects to the cradle’s serial
port. The terminal can then use
the cradle’s serial port to
communicate with an external
device.
To provide serial communications
between a terminal and a serial
device, connect one end of the 9-
pin serial cable into the serial port To serial port of
serial device

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on your cradle, and the other end into the serial port on your serial
device.
Note: Some devices may require a null modem serial cable.
To begin communication:
1. Insert the terminal into the cradle.
2. To initiate communication, make appropriate selections on
the terminal, as determined by the application you’re using.
Caution: Removing a terminal during data communication will
disrupt communication between the terminal and the
attached device.
Terminal Insertion and Removal
Note: The vehicle cradle supports the insertion and charging
of both a terminal with the standard capacity battery
and a terminal with the larger capacity battery in the
terminal slot.
To insert the terminal into the cradle:
Termin
al
release
button

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To ensure the terminal has been inserted correctly, listen for the
audible click that signifies that the locking mechanism has been
enabled and the terminal has been locked into place. It should
click into place, held by the terminal release button.
Caution: Ensure that the terminal is fully inserted into the cradle.
Lack of proper insertion may result in property damage
or personal injury. Symbol Technologies, Inc. is not re-
sponsible for any loss resulting from the use of the
products while driving.
To remove the terminal from the cradle, while holding the terminal
release button back, lift and remove the terminal from the cradle.
Terminal
release
button

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Terminal Battery Charging
1. Ensure the cradle is connected to a power source. See
Power Connection on page 6.
2. Inserttheterminalintothecradle.SeeTerminal Insertionand
Removal on page 10.
The terminal starts to charge through the cradle as soon as you
insert it. This does not deplete the vehicle battery significantly.
The terminal battery charging LED turns solid red to indicate
charging and turns solid green when the battery is completely
charged. The standard capacity battery usually charges in 2 1/2
hoursandthelargercapacitybatteryusuallychargesinfivehours.
See LED Indicators on page 14 for other indications.
Spare Battery Insertion and Removal
Note: The vehicle cradle supports the insertion and charging
of both the standard capacity battery and the larger
capacity battery in the spare battery slot.
To insert a spare battery:
1. Only for the larger capacity battery: if present, remove the
standard capacity battery insert (see Parts on page 3 for the
location of this insert).
Standard
Capacity Battery
Insert

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2. Position the spare battery in the spare battery charging slot
in the cradle with the charging contacts facing down and to
the rear of the cradle.
3. Slide the battery into the spare battery slot.
4. Push the battery in untilthe batteryrelease lever moves into
place.
To ensure the battery has been inserted correctly, listen for the
audible click that signifies that the locking mechanism has been
enabled and the battery has been locked into place. It should click
into place, held by the battery release lever.
To remove a spare battery, while holding the battery release lever
back, lift and remove the battery from the spare battery slot.
Battery
release
lever

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Spare Battery Charging
1. Ensure the cradle is connected to a power source. See
Power Connection on page 6.
2. Insert the spare battery into the cradle. See Spare Battery
Insertion and Removal on page 12.
The spare battery charging LED turns solid red to indicate
charging and turns solid green when the battery is completely
charged. The standard capacity battery usually charges in 2 1/2
hoursandthelargercapacitybatteryusuallychargesinfivehours.
See LED Indicators on page 14 for other indications.
LED Indicators
Care and Cleaning
Avoid getting oils, grease or gasoline on the cradle, and do not let
debris gather in the bottom of the cradle slot. When necessary,
clean the cradle with a mild cleaner. If you are not sure whether or
not to use a particular cleaner, contact Symbol for advice.
LED Indication
Terminal Battery Charging (LED is on cradle)
Off Terminal not in cradle; terminal not placed correctly;
cradle is not powered.
Blinking Red Error in charging; check placement of terminal.
Solid Red Terminal is charging.
Solid Green Charging complete.
Spare Battery Charging (LED is on cradle)
Off No spare battery in slot; spare battery not placed cor-
rectly; cradle is not powered.
Blinking Red Error in charging; check placement of spare battery.
Solid Red Spare battery is charging.
Solid Green Charging complete.

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Troubleshooting
Symptom Possible Cause Action
Terminal battery
chargingLEDdoes
not light up.
Cradle is not re-
ceiving power. Make sure the Power Input cable is se- curely connected to the cradle’s Power
Port.
Terminal’s battery
is not recharging. Terminal was re- moved from the
cradle too soon.
Replace the terminal in the cradle; you
may have removed it before it was re-
charged. If a terminal’s battery pack is
fully depleted, it can take 2 1/2 hours to
fully recharge a standard capacity bat-
tery and five hours for a larger capacity
battery.
Battery is faulty. Replace the battery.
Terminal has not
been placed cor-
rectly in the cradle.
Remove the terminal from the cradle,
and re-insertcorrectly.Ifthebattery still
does not charge, contact Customer
Support.
The terminal battery charging LED
turns solid red when the terminal has
been correctly inserted and is charging.
No data was trans-
mitted, or transmit-
ted data was
incomplete.
Terminal removed
from cradle during
communications.
Replace terminal in cradle and retrans-
mit.
No null modem ca-
ble was used. Some external devices require a null modem cable. Retransmit using a null
modem cable.
Incorrect cable
configuration. See your system administrator.

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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.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements
Note: This equipmenthas been tested and foundtocomplywith
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
equipmentdoescauseharmful interferencetoradio ortelevision reception,whichcan
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 thatto which the
receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements - FCC
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.
Radio Frequency Interference Requirements - Canada
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.
Marking and European Economic Area (EEA)
Statement of Compliance
Symbol Technologies, Inc., hereby declares that this device is in
compliance with all the applicable Directives, 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC,95/
54/EEC. A Declaration of Conformity may be obtained from
http://www2.symbol.com/doc/
Tested to comply
with FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

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Warranty
(A) Warranty Symbol Technologies (hereafter “Seller”) hardware Products are warranted against defects in
workmanship and materials for a period of three (3) months from the date of shipment, unless otherwise
provided by Seller in writing, 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) Spare Parts Spare parts (i.e. parts, components, or subassemblies sold by Seller for use in the service
and maintenance of Products) are warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of
thirty (30) days from the date of shipment. Spare parts may be new or originate from returned units under
the conditions set forth in subsection D below.
(C) Repair of Symbol-branded hardware For repairs on Symbol-branded hardware Products under this
Agreement, including repairs covered by warranty, the repair services provided are warranted against
defects in workmanship and materials on the repaired component of the Product for a period of thirty (30)
days from the shipment date of the repaired Product, or until the end of the original warranty period,
whichever is longer.
(D) Product Service 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.
Customer is responsible for shipment to the Seller and assumes all costs and risks associated with this
transportation; return shipment to the Customer will be at Seller's expense. Customer shall be responsible
for return shipment charges for product returned where Seller determines there is no defect (“No Defect
Found”), or for product returned that Seller determines is not eligible for warranty repair. 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.
(E) Original Warranty Period Except for the warranty applying solely to the repaired component arising from
a repair service as provided in Section C above, the aforementioned provisions do not extend the original
warranty period of any Product that had either been repaired or replaced by Seller.
(F) Warranty Provisions The above warranty provisions shall not apply to any Product (i) which has been
repaired,tampered with,alteredormodified, exceptbySeller’sauthorizedservice personnel;(ii)inwhichthe
defects or damage to the Product result from normal wear and tear, misuse, negligence, improper storage,
water or other liquids, battery leakage, use of parts or accessories not approved or supplied by Symbol, 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 HEREUNDER INCLUDING ALL
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE. ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES THAT MAYBE 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 COUNTRIES, 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 useof anyProduct or service furnished hereunder shallin noway exceed the purchasepriceof said
Product or the fair market value of said service, except in instances of injury to persons or property.

72-65241-02
Revision A — January 2004
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.
Ifyouhaveaproblem running yourunitorusing your equipment,contactyourfacility’s
Technical or Systems Support. If there is a problem with the equipment, they will
contact the Symbol Support Center:
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