Mobility Electronics PS6S1800M User Manual

PS6S1800M

Serial/Modem Charging Cradle

Mobility Electronics, Inc

9918 Via Pasar,

San Diego, CA

92126, USA

User Guide

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

www.invisioncradles.com

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Copyright© 2005 Mobility Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved.
The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer

Mobility Electronics, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from
the use of this user guide. Mobility Electronics, Inc. assumes n o responsibility for any loss or
claims by third parties that may arise through the use of this product. Mobility Elect ronics,
Inc. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss caused by deletion of data as a result
of malfunction, dead battery, or repairs. Be sure to make backup copies of all important
data on other media to protect against data loss.

First Edition — September 2005 Rev: A

Trademarks

Symbol is a registered trademark of Symbol, Inc.
PalmOS and HotSync are registered trademarks, and Palm is a trademark, of Palm, Inc. or

its subsidiaries. Third-party products and brand names may be trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective owners.

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All other registered trademarks, trademarks, service marks, and/or logos are the property
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Contents

CONTENTS ..........................................................................................III

INTRODUCTION..................................................................................... 1

Setting up the PS6S1800M..........................................................................2

Product/Technical Support .......................................................................... 7

Appendix A – Regulatory Information ......................................................... 11

Appendix B – Warranty............................................................................. 14

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Introduction

The invision PS6S1800M serves as an
essential data communications device,
enabling you to synchronize the information
on your Symbol® SPT 1700 or SPT 1800
terminal and the Palm Desktop software
using HotSync® technology. It also charges
both your terminal and a spare battery – all
while performing HotSync operations via
modem or serial connection.
Using the PS6S1800M, the SPT 1700 or SPT
1800 can HotSync with a host computer
either directly through the serial cable or
remotely through the phone lines.

Spare

Battery

Charging

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RJ-11

Phone Line In

RJ-11

Phone Line Out

Serial Port

Ports Function

Line In (use with standard RJ-11

connectors)

Line Out (use with standard RJ­11 connectors)

Serial (RJ-45 Serial Port)

A switch on the back of the cradle controls

which type of sync the cradle is to perform.

With customized or third party software, it

can also be used to synchronize your

Modem/Serial
Switch

SPT 1700 or SPT 1800 terminal with

corporate databases and other host

computers.

There are four connection ports on the rear of

the PS6S1800M:

9V, 2A

Power Port

RJ-45

Used to connect the cradle to a standard analog
telephone wall jack for modem communications.

Used to connect to a handset in a loop-through fashion
to allow voice communications when the cradle is not
being used for HotSync communications to other
computers.

Used for direct connection to your computer using the
supplied RJ-45 to DB-9 cable.

Only use this port and cable if you intend to HotSync
your terminal directly to your computer.

9VDC (Power)

A standard barrel port used for connecting the Power
Adapter. This power adapter is not included.

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Setting up the PS6S1800M

Setting up your PS6S1800M is easy and includes only these simple steps.

1. Power Connection

2. HotSync Connection:
a. Connect the serial cable to the computer (if you want to HotSync with the

computer), or

b. Connect the modem (if you want to HotSync with a remote location via

the modem)

Power Connection

To connect your PS6S1800M to your computer:

Connect your Symbol’s power

adapter into a US
standard 110V wall
outlet.

Connect the barrel

end of the power
adapter into the
9VDC jack on the
rear of the cradle.

The PS6S1800M cradle is compatible with the power adapter used by your
Symbol 1700 or 1800 terminal. If replacing the power adapter, US users may
use the Mobility Power Adapter PN 170182-002, a universal “auto-switching”
power adapter. This product ships with a detachable US Standard 110V power
cord that might be changed to match other power receptacles, if you have a
different power requirement. You might also use a power cord converter to
allow the power adapter to plug into other power receptacles. If you have any
other questions, contact Mobility.

HotSync Connection

Before you prepare the PS6S1800M cradle for HotSync communications, you must decide
which type of HotSync communication you desire. (1) HotSync with the computer, or (2)
HotSync with a remote location.

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HotSync with the Computer

To HotSync your terminal
with data on your
computer, follow these
simple steps:

Plug the RJ-45

connector into the
Serial Jack on rear of
the PS6S1800M cradle.

Turn off your computer

and plug the DB-9
connector into the serial
communications port on your
computer.

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Change the Modem/Serial Switch to

the “Serial” position.

Your PS6S1800M requires
a dedicated port. It cannot
share a port with an
internal modem or other
device.
If you are unsure about
the location of the serial
port on your computer,
refer to the user's manual
supplied with the
computer.

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HotSync with a Remote Location

To HotSync your terminal with data at a remote location, follow these simple steps:

Connect one RJ-11

end of the included
telephone cord into a
standard analog
telephone wall jack.

Connect the other RJ-

11 end to the “Line­In” jack on the back of
the PS6S1800M
cradle.

If you plan to share

your telephone line
for voice
communications,
connect the RJ-11
end of the analog
telephone cord that
“used to be in the

wall” (before step
above) into the “Line­Out” jack on the back
of the cradle.

Set the Modem/Serial

switch to Modem for
modem operations.

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Operating the Cradle

The Sync Select switch on the back of the PS6S1800M cradle can be set in either of two
positions:

MODEM

Move the switch to the
left-hand position for
modem communications.
While in this position, the
cradle automatically
wakes up the SPT
terminal (if it is asleep),
initializes the modem
electronics, and performs
a modem HotSync
when the HotSync
button is pressed. You

will be able to hear the
modem working while it
is dialing and making the
HotSync connection.

If the terminal has been previously configured for these HotSync activities, there
is nothing left to do but “Push the HotSync button - .

In order to properly perform a HotSync, the SPT terminal, computer,
and/or remote location must be correctly configured, and the cradle and
phone line or serial cable must be plugged in as previously described.

See the Product Reference Guide provided by the terminal manufacturer
for more information on configuring the SPT terminal, computer, or
remote location for HotSync operations.

MODEM SERIAL

SERIAL
Move the switch to the
right-hand position for serial
communications.
While in this position, the
cradle automatically wakes
the SPT terminal (if it is
asleep) and performs a
serial HotSync when
the HotSync button
is pressed.

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Charging the SPT Terminal Battery

The cradle may also be used to charge the SPT terminal
lithium ion battery. To charge the terminal's battery:

1. Ensure the cradle is powered on.

2. Insert the terminal in the cradle as shown.

a. The Terminal Battery Charge LED will turn

“RED” to indicate that the terminal is charging.

b. When the terminal has completed charging, the

light will turn “GREEN” to indicate the battery is
fully charged (approximately 3 hours).

Spare Battery Charging

To charge the terminal's spare battery:

1. Orient the battery so that the charging contacts are
facing down and toward the back of the cradle

2. Insert the battery in the spare battery charging slot
in the top of the cradle as shown. Then gently press
down on the battery to ensure proper contact.

The Spare Battery Charge LED turns “RED” to indicate the
battery is charging. The LED turns “GREEN” when the
battery is fully charged (approximately 3 hours).

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Product/Technical Support

Mobility is committed to providing its customers with first-class customer service and
technical support. For your convenience, a few troubleshooting techniques are provided
below that might help you fix your problem quickly and easily. If you have a different issue,
or if you have tried these and they didn’t resolve your problem, please feel free to contact
Technical Support at:
Mobility Electronics
9918 Via Pasar
San Diego, CA 92126
Phone [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail:
Web:
If you use the website, please select the Cradles & Adapters
menu option from the Support menu.

www.invisioncradles.com

Product Registration

A product registration card is included with your PS6S1800M
product. Please fill out the registration card and drop it in the mail so that we will know who
you are if you ever need to call. While registration is not required to resolve warranty
claims, it will help make any warranty claim easier to complete. For your convenience, you
may also register online at:

[e-mail]

www.invisioncradles.com

Troubleshooting

Symptom: Terminal cannot communicate through the serial cable.

Possible Cause Action

The serial cable is not connected
properly.

The terminal is not fully seated in the
cradle.

Communications software is not installed,
or is not configured properly.

Modem/Serial switch is not set correctly. Check to be sure the Modem/Serial switch is set

Check to make sure that the serial cable is
connected to the cradle and to the host
computer correctly.

Remove and re-insert the terminal into the
cradle. Make sure it is firmly seated.

Perform setup as described by the terminal
manufacturer.

to Serial.

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Symptom: Attempt by the cradle to HotSync the terminal through the modem

failed.

Possible Cause Action

The terminal was removed from the
cradle while the HotSync was in

Place the terminal back in the cradle to allow the
cradle to make another HotSync attempt.

progress.
Terminal or cradle was disconnected from

the telephone line while the HotSync was
in progress.

Unplug the modem cable for 30 seconds to allow
the local telephone connection to hang up. Be
sure to close any open windows on the terminal
and any modem connections.

Terminal’s battery is dead. Wait for two (2) minutes before trying a HotSync

again to allow the battery to recharge.

Active Error dialog box on terminal. The Error dialog box on the terminal must be

cleared. Use the stylus to press “OK” on the
terminal’s touchscreen.

Modem or telephone lines being operated
in an electrically noisy environment.

Modify init string in US/Canada to “AT&F\N5”
forcing MNP error correction, or
“AT&F+MS=V32B” forcing B32bis (14,400 bps)
connection.

For International operation use
“AT&F\N5;+GCI=xx;” forcing MNP error
correction or “AT&F+MS=V32B;+GCI=xx;”
forcing V32bis (14,400 bps) connection.

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Symptom: Terminal cannot communicate through the modem.

Possible Cause Action

The modem cable is not connected
properly.

Check to be sure the modem cable is
connected securely to the cradle and to the
analog telephone jack.

The cradle is not getting power. Check to be sure the power cable is connected

securely to both the cradle and to the AC
power.

The terminal is not fully seated in the
cradle.

Communications software is not installed,
or is not configured properly.

Configuration parameters are lost after a
cold boot (hard reset) is performed.

Connection method for the modem is set
incorrectly.

Problems in the telephone lines that
prevent communication.

Remove and re-insert the terminal into the
cradle. Make sure it is firmly seated.

Perform setup as described by the terminal
manufacturer.

Perform setup as described by the terminal
manufacturer.

Perform setup as described by the terminal
manufacturer.

Connect a conventional telephone to the phone
line and dial the remote modem to verify that
the telephone lines are working correctly. If
you do not hear the remote modem answer
your call and issue the “modem connect
signal,” contact the Remote System
Administrator. If you do hear the “connect
signal,” the problem is with your setup or
equipment. Check your cables, cords,
connections, and configuration setup before
trying again.

Modem/Serial switch is not set correctly. Check to be sure the Modem/Serial switch is

set to Modem.

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Symptom

: Terminal has successfully connected through the modem, but no

data is being transmitted over the connection.

Possible Cause Action

Data is being transferred over the S24
radio link.

To temporarily disable the radio link, and force
the data transmission to use the modem
connection, follow the instructions provided by
the manufacturer for communicating with radio
links.

If you plan to use a wireless connection later,
don’t forget to re-enable the radio link.

Other HotSync Problems

If you require more information on the HotSync process, please refer to the HotSync
chapter in your SPT Product Reference Guide. For help with other technical issues, contact

Mobility Technical Support using the contact inf o rmation provided at the start of this
chapter.

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Appendix A – Regulatory Information

Radio Frequency Interference Requirement

FCC Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency

energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for
help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Mobility Electronics could void the
user’s authority to operate the product.

Radio Frequency Interference Requirement - Canada

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

Telecom Compliance, Warnings, and Notices

United States

The applicable regulatory notices for the United States include:

• This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and requirements adopt ed by
ACTA. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains a product identifier in
the format US: AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this number must be provided to the
telephone company.

• The Ringer Equivalency Number (REN) determines the number of devices that may
be connected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in
devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most areas, the sum of RENs
should not exceed five (5.0). The REN for this product is part of the product identifier
that has the format US: AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by ## are the REN
without a decimal point.

• This equipment must be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring
using a compatible modular jack (RJ11C) compliant with the applicable FCC Part 68
rules and requirements adopted by ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular
plug are provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible
modular jack that is also compliant.

• If this equipment, the Serial/Modem Charging Cradle PS6S1800M, causes harm to
the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that

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temporary discontinuance of service may be required. Also, you will be advised of
your right to file complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.

• The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipmen t, operations or
procedures that could affect the operation of this equipment. If this happens, the
telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary
modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.

• If trouble is experienced with this equipment, the Serial/Modem Charging Cradle
PS6S1800M, then contact Mobility Electronics (858-880-2225) for repair or warranty
information. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the
telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the
problem is resolved.

• This equipment must not be used on party lines.

• If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line,

ensure the installation of this modem does not disable your alarm equipment. If you
have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your teleph one
company.

• No user repairable parts are contained within this equipment.

Canada

This equipment meets the applicable Industry Canada Terminal Equipment Technical
Specifications. This is confirmed by the registration number on the product label. The
abbreviation “IC” before the registration number signifies that registration was performed
based on a Declaration of Conformity indicating that Industry Canada technical
specifications were met. It does not imply that Industry Canada approved the equipment.

The European Economic Area

Mobility Electronics, hereby, declares that this device is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. A Declaration of
Conformity may be obtained from http://www.mobilityelectronics.com/hh_cradle_support/.
The modem is designed to work with the following Public Switched Telephon e N etworks:
Belgium, Netherlands, Luxemburg, Germany, France, Italy, Finland, Sweden, Norway,
Switzerland, Denmark, UK, Ireland, Spain, Austria, Portugal, Greece, Estonia, Latvia,
Lithuania, Poland, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Cyprus, Malta and Slovenia.

English Hereby, Mobility Electronics, declares that this modem is in compliance

with the essential requirements and other relev ant provisions of Directive
1999/5/EC.

Finnish Mobility Electronics vakuuttaa täten että modem tyyppinen laite on

direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin
muiden ehtojen mukainen.

Dutch Hierbij verklaart Mobility Electronics dat het toestel modem in

overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante
bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG

French Par la présente Mobility Electronics déclare que l'appareil modem est

conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions
pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE

Swedish Härmed intygar Mobility Electronics att denna modem står I

överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga
relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.

Danish Undertegnede Mobility Electronics erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr

modem overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv
1999/5/EF

German Hiermit erklärt Mobility Electronics die Übereinstimmung des Gerätes

modem mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen
relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG.

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Greek ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ Mobility Electronics ∆ΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ modem

ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩ∆ΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ
ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ∆ΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΑΣ Ο∆ΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/

Italian Con la presente Mobility Electronics dichiara che questo modem è

conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti
stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.

Spanish Por medio de la presente Mobility Electronics declara que el modem

cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras
disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE

Portuguese Mobility Electronics declara que este modem está conforme com os

requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.

Malti Hawnhekk, Mobility Electronics, jiddikjara li dan modem jikkonforma

mal-ħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevan ti li hemm
fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC

Estonian Käesolevaga kinnitab Mobility Electronics seadme modem vastavust

direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist
tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.

Hungarian Alulírott, Mobility Electronics nyilatkozom, hogy a modem megfelel a

vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv
egyéb elõírásainak.

Slovak Mobility Electronics týmto vyhlasuje, že modem spĺňa základné

požiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.

Czech Mobility Electronics tímto prohlašuje, že tento modem je ve shodě se

základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice
1999/5/ES.

Slovene Šiuo Mobility Electronics deklaruoja, kad šis modem atitinka

esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.

Lithuanian Šiuo Mobility Electronics deklaruoja, kad šis modem atitinka

esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.

Latvian Ar šo Mobility Electronics deklarē, ka modem atbilst Direktīvas

1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem
noteikumiem.

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Appendix B – Warranty

Mobility Electronics, Inc. warrants this product against defects in materials and
workmanship to the original purchaser (or the first purchaser in the case of the
remanufactured product being sold) for a period of one (1) year from the date of shipment.
This warranty is limited to a repair or replacement of the product. To obtain warranty
service, the purchaser must first call Mobility Electronics, Inc. for an RMA number, then
return the product to Mobility Electronics, Inc. for repair or replacement.

Purchaser shall prepay shipping charges for products returned to Mobility Electronics, Inc.
Mobility Electronics, Inc. will pay for return of the products to purchaser, except that
purchaser shall pay all shipping charges, duties, and taxes for products returned to Mobility
Electronics, Inc. from a country other than the United States.

Mobility Electronics, Inc. makes no other warranty of any kind with regard to this material.
Mobility Electronics, Inc. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or
consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this
material.

Within thirty (30) days of receipt should the product fail for any reason other than damage
due to customer negligence; purchaser has the right to return the product for a full refund
of the purchase price. If the purchaser wishes to upgrade or convert to another Mobility
Electronics, Inc. product within the thirty (30) day period, purchaser has the right to return
the product and apply the full purchase price toward the purchase of the other product. Any
other return will be subject to Mobility Electronics, Inc.’s existin g restocking policy.

MOBILITY ELECTRONICS, INC. WARRANTS THAT THIS PRODUCT IS NEW OR HAS BEEN
REMANUFACTURED TO MEET NEW STANDARDS USING NEW OR SERVICEABLE USED PARTS.
MOBILITY, INC. MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WITH
RESPECT TO THIS PRODUCT. MOBILITY, INC. SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Some states or provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so
the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

THE REMEDIES PROVIDED HEREIN ARE CUSTOMER’S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. IN
NO EVENT SHALL MOBILITY, INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOST PROFITS, DIRECT, INDIRECT,
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT,
TORT, OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.

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9918 Via Pasar, San Diego, CA 92126, USA
Phone [phone] • Fax [phone]
Email: [e-mail] • www.invisioncradles.com

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