Psion Teklogix 8100107B 9.10.1 Vehicle Cradle Mounting Recommendations

Chapter 9: Peripheral Devices & Accessories

Vehicle Cradle Mounting Recommendations

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Depending on the type of hand-held unit you are use, you can choose from the

following powered vehicle cradle models:

• Vehicle Cradle for WORKABOUT PRO C – WA1010-G1

• Vehicle Cradle for WORKABOUT PRO S – WA1110-G1

A port replicator option is available for powered vehicle cradles. Refer to “The Port

Replicator” on page325 for details.

9.10.1 Vehicle Cradle Mounting Recommendations

Warning: Before mounting a vehicle cradle in a vehicle, there are a number

of operator safety issues that require careful attention. An improp-

erly mounted cradle may result in one or more of the following:

operator injury, operator visibility obstruction, operator distraction

and/or poor ease of egress for the operator. Psion Teklogix strongly

recommends that you seek professional mounting advice from the

vehicle manufacturer.

Cable routing within a vehicle cab also requires careful consider-

ation, especially for separately tethered scanners and other devices

with loose cables. If you are unable to obtain suitable advice,

contact Psion Teklogix for assistance (see AppendixA: Support Ser-

vices And Worldwide Offices). Note also that for better protection,

the equipment should be mounted inside the vehicle roll cage.

Pedestal mounts are recommended for all fixed mount locations because they offer

optimal operator access. In addition, for safety reasons, only pedestal mounts with

fully locking joints should be used in vehicles. Always adjust the pedestal for the

optimum viewing angle, and securely tighten the hex and wing screws.

The most effective way to mount the vehicle cradle is to use the four #8-32 threaded inserts

on the rear of the unit. Bolts must not extend more than 10mm (3/8") into the cradle.

To accommodate the service loop of the connector cable, leave a 4" clearance at the

bottom of the cradle. Leave a 7" (minimum) clearance at the top of the cradle to

allow easy removal of the hand-held. Also remember to leave at least a 3" clearance

at the sides of the cradle to allow activation of the release knobs. Refer to the

detailed assembly instructions that are packaged with the cradle when selecting a

mounting location.

The vehicle cradle is shipped with detailed mounting instructions including a drill template.