Motorola DS6708 Model with Base

Getting Started 1 - 5
Model with Base
Installing the Interface Cable
1. Turn both angle adjustment knobs left to loosen the scanner in the base. See Figure 1-6.
2. Move the scanner forward until there is full access to the cable i nterface port on the bottom of the scanner. See
Figure 1-3 or Figure 1-5.
Figure 1-6 Adjust the Scanner for Cable Installation
3. Insert the interface cable through the opening at the back of the base.
4. Plug the interface cable modular connector into the cable interface port on the bottom of the scanner handle.
5. Gently tug the cable to ensure the connector is properly secured.
6. Move the scanner to preferred angle and turn the angle adjustment knobs right to tighten.
7. Connect the other end of the interface cable to the host (refer to the host manual to locate the correct port).
Removing the Interface Cable for Scanner with Base
1. Turn both angle adjustment knobs left to loosen the scanner in the base. See Figure 1-6.
2. Move the scanner forward until there is full access to the cable interface p ort on the bottom of the scanner.
3. Using the tip of a screwdriver, depress the cable’s modular connector clip. See Figure 1-4.
4. Carefully slide out the cable.
5. Follow the steps for Installing the Interface Cable to connect a new cable.
6. Move the scanner to preferred angle and turn the angle adjustment knobs right to tighten.
Angle Adjustment Knob (2)
NOTE Ensure the cable is inserted through the opening at the back and not underneath the base.
NOTE Different hosts require different cables. The connectors illustrate d in each host cha pter are ex ampl es only.
Connectors vary from those illustrated, but the steps to connect the digital scanner are the same.