INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS
READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY! FAILURE TO INSTALL THIS
EQUIPMENT PER THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL VOID THE
WARRANTY.
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SPECIAL NOTICES
The following notices emphasize certain information in the guide. Each serves a special
purpose and is displayed in the format shown:
Note: Note is used to emphasize any significant information.
Caution: Indicates information that, if not followed, can result in damage
to software, hardware, or data.
Caution: This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, can result in personal injury.
Caution: This warning symbol indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may be a shock hazard.
Warning: This warning symbol indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided will result in death or serious injury. Before
you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with
electrical circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing
accidents.
GENERAL WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
Caution: Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to
install, replace, or service this equipment.
Caution:Read the installation instructions before you connect the
system to its power source.
Note: Zebra technologies Corporation is not liable for personal injury or
damage to any equipment caused by the improper installation of this
equipment to any power source. Check with the vehicle manufacturer
or dealer for installation assistance in order to prevent the voiding of the
vehicle warranty or maintenance contract.
Warning: Risk of ignition or explosion. Explosive gas mixture may
be vented from the vehicle battery. Work only in a well ventilated area.
Avoid creating arcs and sparks at the battery terminal
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INSTALLATION
To ensure that the charger has proper cooling, do not place any padding or cushioning
material under the unit or next to the back of the unit.
USE OF SHIELDED DATA CABLE
Printing systems comply with international regulations governing radiated emissions when
using fully shielded data cables. Data cables must be fully shielded and fitted with metal or
metallized connector shells. Shielded data cables and connectors are required to prevent
radiation and reception of electrical noise. Use of un-shielded data cables may increase
radiated emissions above the regulated limits.
DC POWER CONSIDERATIONS
Many vehicles of the world have specific power requirements. Choose a Mobile Mount
Charger model from the three input voltage ranges based on vehicle battery voltage.
Insure the power take off point can supply 20 Watts of power for extended periods of time.
Caution: Use caution on high voltage vehicles. All electrical
connections should be performed with the vehicle’s battery disconnected
to prevent equipment damage and personal injury.
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INTRODUCTION
NOTE: Zebra Technologies Corporation is not liable for personal injury or
damage to any equipment caused by the improper installation of this
equipment to any power source.
The Zebra RCLI-DC Mobile Charger system is designed to integrate a Zebra™ QL series
Printer into the electrical system of a vehicle. Once installed it will provide intelligent
charging capabilities for the printer’s battery and allow it to run off the power provided by
the vehicle’s electrical system.
The RCLI-DC series Mobile Chargers are designed to work in conjunction with the MMQ4
Mobile Mount installation Kit, which enables a QL 420 Mobile Printer to be mounted on a
variety of vehicles. The chargers should be installed under the supervision of properly
trained and qualified personnel. Follow these installation instructions closely to ensure
safe, reliable performance of the QL 420 Printer in a mobile environment
The printer is powered with its own battery which is charged by a RCLI-DC Series Mobile
Charger System. Since the Mobile Charger runs off the vehicle’s DC electrical system it is
important that the vehicle’s electrical system be functioning properly. The vehicle’s power
source and internal wiring must be capable of supplying up to 20W to the Mobile Charger
for extended periods of time. The vehicle’s charging circuit must work properly and
vehicle-generated electrical “noise” must be minimized and within specifications.
The vehicle charging circuit must neither undercharge nor over-charge the vehicle battery.
Defective ignition wiring, damaged insulation, or faulty vehicle electrical components can
cause electrical noise and excess electrical noise can be severe enough to defeat the
electrical filtering that is built into the printer. When this happens, printers and any data
device communicating to them can behave unpredictably.
The RCLI-DC Mobile Charger is supplied with a output cable with a special plug for the
printer’s charging port, and an input power cable connection to the vehicle’s power source.
Refer to the installation section of this manual for more information.
All of these systems must be connected in strict accordance with the instructions in
this document. Failure to install this equipment per these instructions will void the
warranty.
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