Using a Powered Vehicle Cradle
Introduction
Vehicle mounted cradles and brackets are specifically designed for vehicle mount applications. The vehicle mounted assembly restrains the MX9 and isolates it from shock and vibration. Overhead, dash and roof support pillar mounting is via a RAM Mount accessory which includes all the hardware and squeeze plates required for vehicle mounting.
In most cases, disconnect any power and peripheral cables from the MX9 before it is secured in the vehicle mounted assembly. Never put the MX9 into the vehicle mounted assembly until the assembly is securely fastened to the vehicle. The MX9 must have a main battery installed when it is docked in a vehicle mounted cradle. The main battery in the MX9 is recharged when the MX9 is docked in a powered vehicle cradle.
The MX9 vehicle mount cradle uses one of the following power supply options:
•A power cable for 12V vehicles
•DC/DC power supply for
•AC/DC power supply with US power cord
•AC/DC power supply, requires country specific C14 type power cord.
The available RAM mount options include:
•RAM ball base for vehicle
•RAM ball base for MX9 vehicle cradle
•2 Screws (to attach RAM ball to cradle)
•RAM arm
The installer must supply hardware to attach the RAM ball base to the vehicle.
Communications cables for the MX9 are available separately.
Quick Start - Vehicle Cradle
The following list outlines, in a general way, the process to follow when preparing the MX9 powered vehicle mounted cradle for use. Refer to the following sections for more details.
1.Attach the vehicle mounting assembly to the vehicle.
2.Attach the cradle to the vehicle mounted assembly.
3.Secure the MX9 in the mounted vehicle cradle.
4.Adjust the MX9 to the best viewing angle.
5.Connect peripheral cables.
6.Secure the DC/DC or 12 VDC power connector from the vehicle power supply to the Power port on the cradle.
7.Secure all cables in strain relief cable clamps.
The MX9 in the powered vehicle mounted assembly is ready for use.
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