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Dolphin HomeBase/eBase Device

Overview

Note: The information in this chapter applies to both the Dolphin HomeBase and Dolphin eBase devices unless otherwise indicated.

As the hub of your Dolphin 6100 system, the Dolphin HomeBase charging and communication cradle supports full-speed USB 1.1 and RS-232 communication with a workstation. The Dolphin eBase is identical to the Dolphin HomeBase except it supports Ethernet communication as well as USB 1.1 and RS-232.

Battery Charging

The base completes a full charge of the main battery pack in four hours for the standard capacity 2200mAh pack and six hours for the extended capacity 3300mAh pack.

In addition to charging, the base powers the terminal’s intelligent battery charging system, which protects the battery from being damaged by overcharging. The terminal senses when a battery pack is fully charged and automatically turns off the charger. If the battery voltage drops below the charge threshold, the charger turns on again to maintain the battery at full capacity. As a result, Dolphin terminals may be stored in the base indefinitely without damage to the terminals, battery packs, or peripherals. For prolonged storage, see Storage Guidelines on page 3-14.The base can also charge a second battery while the terminal is positioned in the base. See Charging a Spare Battery on page 9-6.

Power SupplyThe power cable that ships with each terminal also powers the base.

!peripherals, cables, or power adapters may cause damage not covered by the warranty.

We recommend use of Honeywell Li-Ion battery packs. Use of any non-Honeywell battery may result in

!damage not covered by the warranty. DO NOT attempt to charge damp/wet mobile computers or batteries. All components must be dry before connecting to an external power source.We recommend use of Honeywell peripherals, power cables, and power adapters. Use of any non-Honeywell

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