Power Supply

The MX3Plus uses two batteries for operation.

A 1900 mAh replaceable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack. The battery pack recharges while the computer is in a powered cradle or when connected to the optional external power sources. The main battery can be removed and inserted in the MX3 labeled Multi-Charger which simultaneously charges up to six battery packs in four hours.

An internal 50 mAh Nickel Cadmium (NiCd) backup battery. The backup battery is recharged directly by the main battery when it is in the mobile device. Full charging of the backup battery may take several hours. The recharging of the backup battery is automatically controlled by the operating system. The backup battery must be replaced by qualified service personnel.

Optional AC adapters are available – external AC power supplies (US and International) and a cigarette lighter adapter.

Audio Interface

An interface is available for headset operation. When a headset is plugged into the audio jack on the endcap, the main speaker is disabled.

PCMCIA Slots

Use and operation of the Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA) device (e.g. PC card) is dependent upon both the type of device installed and the application(s) running on the computer. Make sure the proper software is pre-loaded and PC cards are properly configured.

Slot 0 – Network or SRAM Cards

When removing or installing the network card, protect the internal components and the network card from electrostatic discharge.

The MX3Plus has one internal PCMCIA slot that conforms electrically to PCMCIA 2.1 specifications. The PC Slot supplies

0.75of an amp at 5Volts or 3.3Volts. Battery voltage is supplied through unused pin 35 to support a WAN client device in the slot. The PC slot is accessible by the use of a Phillips screwdriver to first loosen the endcap. It accepts Type I or II cards only. Slot 0 accepts PCMCIA 802.11 network cards or SRAM/Flash memory cards.

Slot 1 – Compact Flash Card

The MX3Plus has one internal Compact Flash card port that supports Type I and II CF+ cards. The slot is accessible when the endcap has been loosened.

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