LXE E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B - Manuals

Page 2 - Notices; contained in Appendix A.; Important

Language: English Notices LXE Inc. reserves the right to make improvements or changes in the products described in this guide at any time without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this document to assure its accuracy, LXE assumes no liability resulting from any er...

Page 3 - Revision Notice; RX2 User’s Guide; Section

Revision Notice RX2 User’s Guide Upgrade From Revision A to Revision B Section Explanation Notices Updated Trademarks. Accessories Revised list based on currently available items. Internal Battery Pack (Optional) Revised section. Vehicle 12VDC Direct Power Connection Revised section with new graphic...

Page 5 - Table of Contents; NTRODUCTION

E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B RX2 User’s Guide Table of Contents I NTRODUCTION 1 Overview .................................................................................................................... 1 Document Conventions ........................................................................................

Page 6 - Illustrations

ii Table of Contnents RX2 User’s Guide E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B A PPENDIX A R EGULATORY N OTICES AND S AFETY I NFORMATION 23 Approvals ................................................................................................................ 24 Revision History..............................................

Page 7 - Introduction; Overview; The LXE RX2 is a rugged, vehicle mounted Microsoft

E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B RX2 User’s Guide Introduction Overview The LXE RX2 is a rugged, vehicle mounted Microsoft ® Windows ® CE .NET equipped mobile computer capable of wireless data communications and equipped with an RFID module. The RX2 does not feature a display or keypad. Configuration is performed via...

Page 8 - Document Conventions; ATTENTION; Caution; RX2 Environmental Specifications

2 Overview RX2 User’s Guide E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B Document Conventions ALL CAPS All caps are used to represent disk directories, file names, and application names. Menu | Choice Rather than use the phrase “choose the Save command from the File menu”, this guide uses the convention “choose File | Save”. “Qu...

Page 9 - Components; USB Client Connector; Figure 1 RX2 Connector Panel; RX2 Computer; Figure 2 RX2 Components; Quick Start; installed before shipment.

Components 3 E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B RX2 User’s Guide Components 2 1 3 4 1. 2. 3. 4. Power Switch (Battery Powered Units Only) Input Power/Battery Charger Connector USB Client Connector COM3/RS232 Connector Figure 1 RX2 Connector Panel 2 1 3 4 1. 2. 3. 4. RX2 Computer Fork Truck Mounting Bracket Power LED An...

Page 10 - RFID Introduction; Type of Tag; Class 0 Tag; Figure 3 RFID Tag Reading Ranges; RFID Tag Data Collection; Generally, when the RX2 is on, the RFID reader is ready for use.

4 RFID Introduction RX2 User’s Guide E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B RFID Introduction Radio frequency identification, or RFID, is a generic term for technologies that use radio waves to automatically identify individual items. The individual items identified/read by a RFID reader contain a tag (also known as an ele...

Page 11 - Getting Help; RX2 Reference Guide; Accessories; Data Cables; Cable, Serial D9 to D9; DC Power Accessories; DC Adapter Cable, 12V; Battery Chargers and Battery; Battery Charger US, with Connector Cables

Getting Help 5 E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B RX2 User’s Guide Getting Help All LXE user guides are now available on one CD and they can also be viewed/downloaded from the LXE ServicePass website. Contact your LXE representative to obtain the LXE Manuals CD. You can also get help from LXE by calling the telephone n...

Page 13 - Installation; The general installation procedure consists of

E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B RX2 User’s Guide Installation Introduction The general installation procedure consists of 1. Mounting the RX2 and any accessories to the forklift truck. 2. Providing a power source to the RX2: • Use the optional internal battery after it is charged with the RX2 Battery Charger • Use a...

Page 14 - Mounting the RX2; Hook; Figure 4 Mounting Provisions; E or F series side shifter.

8 Mounting the RX2 RX2 User’s Guide E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B Mounting the RX2 2 3 4 1 1. 2. 3. 4. Set Screws (4 each) Lock Nuts (4 each) Set Screw Holes (4) Hook Figure 4 Mounting Provisions To install the RX2: 1. Install the bracket by placing the hook (at the bottom of the bracket) over the lip of a Cascade...

Page 15 - Connect Cables; Serial Cable; Figure 6 Connect Serial Cable

Connect Cables 9 E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B RX2 User’s Guide Connect Cables USB Client Cable A USB Client port is available via an adapter cable. The USB connection is used to establish an ActiveSync connection with a PC. USB- C COM3/RS-2 32 IN PUT 12-16 V DC ON OFF Figure 5 Connect USB Cable Insert the D9 end ...

Page 16 - Determine Power Source; A DC power source must be connected to the RX2 before it can be used; Figure 7 Connect Power Source or Battery Charger; The RX2 is available with an optional internal battery pack.

10 Determine Power Source RX2 User’s Guide E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B Determine Power Source A DC power source must be connected to the RX2 before it can be used – or – The optional internal battery must be fully charged before the RX2 can be used. Please refer to the following sections to determine the desired...

Page 17 - RX2 Power Connector; Figure 8 Battery Charger and Cables; Prepare Charger Connection; Attach the couple cable to the RX2 and the RX2 Battery Charger.

Determine Power Source 11 E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B RX2 User’s Guide 1 RX2 (Battery Powered) 2 RX2 Battery Charger, RX2A381CHGRUS 3 RX2 Power Connector 4 To RX2 Power Connector 5 Break Away Connector Figure 8 Battery Charger and Cables Caution: ! To prevent damage to the RX2, the cables or the battery charger,...

Page 18 - Vehicle 12VDC Direct Power Connection; For installation by trained service personnel only.; Figure 9 Vehicle Power Connection Cable (Fuse Not Shown)

12 Determine Power Source RX2 User’s Guide E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B Vehicle 12VDC Direct Power Connection Caution: ! For proper and safe installation, the input power cable must be connected to a fused circuit on the vehicle. This fused circuit requires a 2 Amp maximum time delay (slow blow) high interrupting...

Page 20 - DC to DC Power Supply; RX2 Power Connection Cable, RX2A052CBLDCPWR; Figure 12 DC to DC Power Supply Cabling

14 Determine Power Source RX2 User’s Guide E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B DC to DC Power Supply The DC to DC power supply accepts 24 to 72VDC input power and provides 12VDC output power for the RX2. 1 DC to DC Power Supply, 9000A316PS24V72BARE 2 RX2 Power Connection Cable, RX2A052CBLDCPWR 3 RX2 (DC powered) 4 Vehic...

Page 21 - Vehicle Cradle 24/72VDC Input Cable Connection; Figure 14 Connecting the Power Supply to the Vehicle; Make sure the RX2 power switch is in the Off position.

Determine Power Source 15 E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B RX2 User’s Guide Vehicle Cradle 24/72VDC Input Cable Connection Caution For proper and safe installation, the input power cable must be connected to a fused circuit on the vehicle. This fused circuit requires a 5 Amp maximum time delay (slow blow) fuse. If th...

Page 22 - after the ignition switch of the vehicle.; Vehicle Supply

16 Determine Power Source RX2 User’s Guide E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B 3. While observing the fuse requirements specified above, connect the power cable as close as possible to the actual battery terminals of the vehicle. When available, always connect to unswitched terminals in the vehicle fuse panel, after pro...

Page 24 - The RX2 Battery Charger; The RX2 battery charger accepts AC power input.; Figure 18 RX2 Battery Charger; The charger has a; red; LED that indicates the status of the charger:

18 The RX2 Battery Charger RX2 User’s Guide E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B The RX2 Battery Charger The RX2 battery charger accepts AC power input. Figure 18 RX2 Battery Charger The charger can be used to internal RX2 battery pack in less than six hours. The battery changer can operate in environments from 32 ° F to...

Page 25 - Operation; Turning the RX2 On; power is not supplied to the RX2.; The Power Switch; Figure 19 Power Switch; On; When the switch is set to; Off; If the battery charger is connected, the battery recharges.

E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B RX2 User’s Guide Operation Turning the RX2 On RX2’s with an optional internal battery have a Power Switch to turn the unit On or Off. RX2’s without the internal battery have no power switch. These units are On whenever DC power is applied. Note: The DC to DC Power Supply contains an O...

Page 26 - The Power LED; The RX2 has a power status LED on the front of the antenna enclosure.; Figure 20 Power LED; The LED indicates the status of the RX2:; Indicates the RX2 is booting and battery power is low.; Flashing Green; Before the 30 minutes expire, action should be taken:; Additional Low Power Warning; A low battery buzzer may sound.

20 The Power LED RX2 User’s Guide E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B The Power LED The RX2 has a power status LED on the front of the antenna enclosure. Figure 20 Power LED The LED indicates the status of the RX2: Off Indicates the RX2 is switched off or no power is applied to the RX2. The LED is off when the battery c...

Page 27 - Tag Orientation and the RX2; The RX2 contains an RHCP (right hand circularly polarized) antenna.; Figure 21 Tag Rotation, Example 1

Tag Orientation and the RX2 21 E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B RX2 User’s Guide Tag Orientation and the RX2 The RX2 contains an RHCP (right hand circularly polarized) antenna. Tags orientation by rotation on the “Z” axis does not decrease the range of the RX2’s RFID reader. Figure 21 Tag Rotation, Example 1 However,...

Page 29 - Appendix A Regulatory Notices and Safety Information; Note; authority to operate this equipment.; RF Safety Notice; Antenna Description:

E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B RX2 User’s Guide Appendix A Regulatory Notices and Safety Information FCC Information: This device complies with FCC Rules, part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference and 2. This device must accept any interference,...

Page 30 - Approvals; Vehicle Power Supply Connection Safety Statement; Vehicle Power Supply Connection:; English – US

24 Approvals RX2 User’s Guide E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B Approvals Product EMI / EMC Standards RX2 FCC Part 15 Subpart B, Class A Industry Canada Class A Transceiver: Transceiver RF Standards Notes FCC Part 15, Subpart C FCC Part 2 Unlicensed Operation IC-RSS 210 Requires License for Outdoor Use 6726 (LXE Model...

Page 31 - Revision History

Revision History 25 E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B RX2 User’s Guide Revision History Revision A, Initial Release: June 2006 Revision B: April 2007 Section Explanation Notices Updated Trademarks. Accessories Revised list based on currently available items. Internal Battery Pack (Optional) Revised section. Vehicle 12...

Page 33 - Index

E-EQ-RX2OGWW-B RX2 User’s Guide Index B Battery Charger........................................................18 Cable ...................................................................11 Battery, Internal .......................................................10 C Caution Fused Circuit Connection...