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VCD9500 Vehicle Cradle VBC9500 Vehicle Battery Charger

Quick Reference Guide

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Introduction

This guide describes how to install and use the VCD9500 Vehicle Cradle and the VBC9500 Vehicle Battery Charger.

The VCD9500:

• holds the MC9500 securely in place

• provides power for operating the MC9500

• re-charges the battery in the MC9500

• provides power to the Vehicle Battery Charger.

The VBC9500:

• holds the battery securely in place

• charges a spare 4800 mAh battery.

The cradle and charger are powered by the vehicle’s 12VDC or 24VDC electrical system.

For detailed information about the MC9500-K, refer to the MC9500-K Mobile Computer User Guide (p/n 72E-118501-xx), and the MC9500-K Mobile Computer Integrator Guide (p/n 72E-118503-xx).

Requirements

Vehicle Cradle Mounting

• four #10-32 self-locking nuts (included)

• four #10 washers (included)

• a drill with a #2 (0.221”) or 6 mm drill bit.

Vehicle Cradle Power Connection

• power input cable (included), p/n 25-61987-01R

• UL Listed in-line fuse rated 250 VDC, 5 A

(included), must be used if not connecting to vehicle’s fuse panel.

• in-line fuse holder (included), must be used if not

connecting to vehicle’s fuse panel.

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Power Port

Mounting Screws

Release Lever

Comm Port

Vehicle Battery Charger Mounting

• two M4 x 0.7 screws of appropriate length for

mounting surface

• two M4 lock washers

• a drill with a #8 (0.204”) or 5 mm drill bit.

Vehicle Battery Charger Power Connection

• auto-charger cable, p/n VCA9500-01R

• jumper cable, p/n 25-122028-01R.

Parts of the Vehicle Cradle

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Power Port

BOTTOM VIEWREAR VIEW

Mounting Holes

Release Button

Connector on Cradle

Parts of the Vehicle Battery Charger

VCD Connector Pin-Outs

Power Input Connector

1V+

2V+

3 Chassis ground

4 Chassis ground

Pin Signal

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USB Comm Connector

Pin Signal

1 USB_VBUS

2USB_N

3USB_P

4Ground

5Ground

6N/C

7Cradle Detect

8 - 12 N/C

13 USB_ID

14, 15 N/C

CAUTION ROAD SAFETY - Do not use

the MC9500-K while driving. Park the vehicle first. Always ensure the MC9500-K is fully inserted into the cradle. Do not place it on the seat or where it can break loose in a collision or sudden stop. Lack of proper insertion may result in property damage or personal injury. Zebra is not responsible for any loss resulting from the use of the products while driving. Remember: Safety comes first.

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1.5”

3.81 cm

1.2”

3.05 cm

Mounting the Vehicle Cradle

CAUTION Only mount the Vehicle Cradle

in a vertical position with the release level at the top or in a horizontal position with the mobile computer display facing up. Never mount the vehicle cradle on the side or upside down or on a wall that can be subject to impact or collision of greater than 40Gs, in accordance with SAE J1455 Section 4.10.3.5

1. Select a mounting location for the cradle. It

should be flat, and must provide adequate support for the cradle.

2. Prepare the mounting surface to accept four

#10-32 studs, using the mounting template below. Drill four holes with a #2 or 6 mm drill bit.

3. Position the cradle on the mounting surface.

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4. Fasten it using four #10 washers and four #10-32

self-locking nuts.

CAUTION Do not install a Vehicle Cradle

on or near an air bag cover plate or within an aerobic zone. Also, do not install it in a location that affects vehicle safety or driveability.

Power Connection

Please read all of these instructions before beginning.

WARNING! A properly trained technician

must perform the power connection. Improper connection can damage your vehicle, cradle or mobile computer. Refer to the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual for instructions for removing power.

To connect the cradle to power:

CAUTION When setting up connection for

this cradle, only use the power input cable provided with this cradle.

1. Locate the vehicle power source.

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NOTE The ideal location for connecting

the vehicle cradle power input cable would be an accessory output in your vehicle’s fuse panel. The vehicle cradle should be added to a circuit with a maximum load capacity for the cradle and the original circuit. Refer to the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual for identification of the circuit. If a fused output is not available, the vehicle cradle must be installed with the provided in-line fuse holder and UL Listed 5A fuse. The fuse protects the vehicle from an electrical short on the power line to the cradle. To use the cradle to charge the MC9500-K, when the vehicle’s ignition is off, connect the cradle to unswitched power.

2. Route the power input cable from the cradle’s

power port to the connection point for the vehicle’s power source.

NOTE The means of routing and

securing the power input cable from the cradle through to the vehicle power source is extremely important. Hazards associated with improper wiring can be severe. To avoid unintentional contact between the wire and any sharp edges, provide the cable with proper bushings and clamping where it passes through openings. If the wire is subjected to sharp surfaces and excess engine vibration, the wiring harness insulation can wear away, causing a short between the bare wire and chassis. This can start a fire. To avoid any mishaps, all wiring should be routed away from moving parts, high temperature areas and any contaminants.

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Shield Wire (bare wire)

Ground Wire (black)

V+ Power (red)

5A Fuse and Fuse Holder

3. When using the supplied in-line fuse holder

(which must be used if not connecting to vehicle’s fuse panel):

a. Ensure the fuse holder contains a 5A UL

Listed slow-blow fuse.

b. Splice the fuse holder to the end of the red V+

wire, as shown below. Make the distance from the fuse to the power connection point as short as possible.

4. Prepare the cable termination.

a. Red wire: connect to a +12 or 24 VDC vehicle

power source.

b. Black wire and Shield wire: connect to vehicle

ground wire or chassis ground.

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