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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 6500 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.

Communication

The base can communicate via USB or serial RS-232 (or Ethernet for the eBase). Data transmission for USB is up to 12 Mbps. Data transmission for serial RS-232 is up to 115 Kbps.

These bases cannot be physically connected to each other–sometimes referred to as “daisy-chaining”– but can be networked together via serial or USB hubs.

Battery Charging

The base completes a full charge of a fully depleted main battery pack in an average of 5 1/2 hours. It takes less time if the battery has some charge.

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 Supply

The 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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