Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories

USB And Serial Connections

-It is preferable to wire after the key switch. In this configuration, when the key is turned ON, the vehicle will power the cradle and docked Ikôn, charging the internal battery when needed. When the vehicle ignition is OFF, the Ikôn docked in the cradle will run on its internal battery.

-However, if the operator switches the key off repeatedly for long periods during a shift, it may make more sense to wire the vehicle cradle before the switch. In this case, the Ikôn will always operate from vehicle power and that power will charge the battery when needed.

-Keep in mind that the Ikôn will continue to operate with or without vehicle power as long as the internal battery has sufficient charge.

6.10.4USB And Serial Connections

Important: Depending on the configuration, the CH1005A Powered Vehicle Cradle has up to three data connectors and one power connector.

The Powered Vehicle Cradle full configuration consists of two serial DE-9M ports and one USB Type A port located at the base of the product. These are COM and USB ports that allow the communication of serial and USB devices with the Ikôn. These ports are:

One powered USB A (Host).

One full Serial port.

One Serial port that provides power over pin 9. This port is located nearest the front LED and is marked as COM 6 in Figure 6.15.

Figure 6.15 CH1005A Ports

USB A (Host)

Port

Serial Port A

 

 

Serial Port B

(COM 5)

 

 

 

 

(COM 6)

 

 

 

 

DC Power Port

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