6 - 4 MC75 User Guide

Four Slot Ethernet Cradle
This section describes how to set up and use a Four Slot Ethernet cradle with the MC7 5. For cradle communication
setup procedures refer to the MC75 Integrator Guide.
The Four Slot Ethernet cradle:
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Provides 5.4 VDC power for operating the MC75.
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Connects the MC75 (up to four) to an Ethernet network.
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Simultaneously charges up to four MC75 devices.

Charging

Insert the MC75 into a slot to begin charging.
Figure 6-3
MC75 Battery Charging
Battery Charging Indicators
The MC75’s charge LED shows the status of the battery charging in the MC75. See Table 1-2 on page 1-8 for
charging status indications.
The 3600 mAh battery fully charges in less than five hours and the 4800 mAh ba ttery fully charges in less than
seven hours.
Charging Temperature
Charge batteries in temperatures from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). Charging is in telligently controlled by the
MC75.
To accomplish this, for small periods of time, the MC75 or accessory alternately enables and disables b attery
charging to keep the battery at acceptable temperatures. The MC75 or access ory indicates when charging is
disabled due to abnormal temperatures via its LED. See Table 1-2 on page 1-8.