Itron Tech GOBOOK Q100 User's Manual
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1. Connector Features of the Multidock Communications Cradle When attached to extemal power the Multidock Communications Cradle will simultaneously charge up to six GoBook Q 100 handheld computers and allow USB data communication to the handheld computers through one 10 100 BaseT Ethemet connection Power Connector and AC Power Supply e Main 12VDC power to run and charge each handheld computer provided from an internal ATX PC power supply The internal ATX PC power supply includes a fan ON OFF switch power cord receptacle and 115VAC 230VAC selector switch on the back of the Multidock NOTE Before using the Multidock make sure the selector switch is set to the same AC voltage as your power source and the appropriate power cord is attached The battery in each handheld computer will charge in approximately 3 5 hours e Each unit charges independently of the others e Charge status is indicated by the Charge Status LED on the handheld computer e When no handheld computers are inserted the power supply and power supply fan turn off automatically They turn on automatically when a handheld computer is inserted in the Multidock Communications Cradle Ethernet e Each Multidock pocket provides a USB host data connection to each handheld computer for direct Ethernet connection One RJ 45 Ethernet port to connect to customer premise Ethernet switches Keyboard and Screen e The handheld computer s keyboard and screen are accessible wh2. selecting Start gt ActiveSync gt Tools gt Options Make sure both check boxes on this screen are NOT checked nou A W 7 SelectOK to accept these settings MobileDox Net Software Setup MobileDox Net software provides configuration and management of the Itronix Multidock Cradle so it will fit the requirements of your network design NOTE MobileDox Net software should only be used by network or system administrators To Install MobileDox Neton Your HostPC running Windows 2000 or Windows XP 1 Download MdxSetup ltronix xx xexe from http www itronix com product_support downloads asp xxxrepresents the latest version ofthis file 2 Double click MdxSetup Itronix xxxexe to install the MobileDox Net cradle manager software on your host PC 3 Plug the Itronix Multidock Cradle into your existing ethernet network By default the Multidock Cradle will attempt to obtain an IP address from your DHCP server 4 Run MobileDox Net to view and manage the Multidock Cradle status Maintaining the Multidock Communications Cradle CAUTION There are no user serviceable parts inside the Multidock Communications Cradle or handheld computer Do not attempt to open either unit Although the Q 100 computer is rugged waterproof and sealed against the rain dirt and dust the Multidock Communications Cradle is not The Multidock Communications Cradle is intended to be used indoors Recommended Precautions for the Multidock Communications Cr
3. SITRONIX ITRONIX GoBook Handheld Computer Multidock Communications Cradle User Guide for the GoBook Q 100 Please read these instructions before using this equipment Copyright 2004 Itronix Corporation All Rights Reserved The information in this documentis copyright and may not be reproduced stored in a retrieval system in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopying or otherwise without prior permission from the copyright holder Itronix Corporation While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this document the publisher assumes no responsibility for errors and omissions neither is any liability assumed for damage resulting from the use of the information contained within this document Itronix C orporation 801 South Stevens Street Spokane Washington 99204 USA Telephone 1509 624 6600 Facsimile 1509 626 4203 Email ccc itronix com Web http www itronix com GoBook and Q 100 are trademarks of Itronix Corporation GoBook Q 100 is also known as the IX100 Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U S A and or other countries Any other trademarks used in this booklet are acknowledged Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Itronix may void the FCC Part 15 101 compliance NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital devise pursuant to Part 15 ofthe FCC Rules Th
4. adle We recommend the following precautions to ensure that your Multidock Communications Cradle provides many years of reliable service e Avoid subjecting the Multidock Communications Cradle to extremely damp or dusty conditions e Never use solvents or abrasive cleaners of any kind on your Multidock Communications Cradle e Avoid dropping your Multidock Communications Cradle e Keep the pockets clean and avoid allowing moisture or contaminants to get into the pockets or on the docking connectors Troubleshooting the Multidock Communications Cradle If you encounter problems with your GoBook Qe 100 Multidock Communications Cradle you should contact your system provider for help However here are a few troubleshooting tips that might help Problem Troubleshooting Handheld computer doesn t Make sure the Multidock Communications Cradle is tum on when docked connected to a good power source using the appropriate supplied power cord and the power adapter is secure e Make sure the unit is seated correctly The handheld computer s Charge Status LED should illuminate Printed in U S A 73 0141 01
5. ese limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipmentis operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructing manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipmentin a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the use will be required to correct the interference at his own expense 31 August 2004 Document No 73 0141 001 MULTIDOCK COMMUNICATIONS CRADLE FOR THE GOBOOK Q 100 Introduction The Multidock Communications Cradle is an optional device used with the GoBook Q 100 handheld computer Itis designed forindooruse in an office type environment The Multidock Communications Cradle provides battery charging convenient storage and network data communication for up to six handheld computers without the need fora PC Available Cables and Accessories e The Multidock Communications Cradle comes with up to three power cords for battery charging in the United States United Kingdom and Europe Overview of the Multidock Communications Cradle Handheld Comput er Multidock Pocket Front View T5VAC 230 VAC R 45 J ack Selector Switch Ethernet Connect or Multidock Back View Data Activity Status Link Status LED Yellow LED Green Docking Connect or Multidock Pocket Front View Ethernet
6. ile in the Multidock Cradle Multidock Cradle Specifications e Size Lx W XH 10 5 x 17 5 x 7 5 266 7mm x 444 5mm x 190 5 mm e Weight 25 lbs 11 34Kg Storage Temperature 71 C to 51 C Operating Temperature 50 C to 0 C NOTE At temperatures above 50 C and below 0 C battery charging will be disabled by the handheld computer Docking and Undocking a Q 100 in the Multidock Communications Cradle To dock the handheld computer orient the computer as shown below Insert the computer into the pocket and press down firmly To undock pull the handheld computer straight up until it clears the pocket Handheld Computer Docked Ethernet Setup To setup the Q 100 Multidock Communications Cradle for Ethernet connectivity you will first need to download the following files from http www itronix com product_support downloads asp to your Q 100 computer s pscradle Itonix x xarmppc CAB x x represents the latest version of this file e the latest image files for the Operating System and Q 100 To install and configure the PSCradle software on the Q 100 1 Click the pscradle Itronix x x armppc CAB file to install the PSCradle software 2 Go to Start gt Programs gt Communication and select Ethernet Cradle Driver Check the Enable Cradle Driver check box Set the Auto Detect field to Always Assume Cradle Then set the On Detect field to Auto Connect Disable ActiveSync on the Q 100 by
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