Printronix PrintCart - Manual (Page 16)

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Chapter 2 PrintCart Layout
The battery charge function is performed in the inverter/charger. When AC
line power is applied, the inverter charger automatically transfers (switches)
power directly to the PrintCart equipment and begins charging the batteries.
The charger provides power to the batteries in three separate stages to
optimize the storage capacity and battery life.
The PrintCart can support multiple pieces of electrical equipment. The
primary intent is to support one Printronix four inch or six inch thermal printer
on the printer shelf. The PrintCart includes an installation kit consisting of four
bolt-on shock mount isolators for securing the printer to the shelf.
The top work area can be used for any application but is intended for use with
a wireless terminal and barcode scanner. The barcode scanner storage bin
can be mounted on the right rear of the work surface. On the front left is a
display panel with integral controller. The display panel has a set of battery
charge status LEDs that report the battery state of charge. It also has a set of
stop light LEDs that display the inverter/charger mode status.
Additionally, there is an alarm to alert the user to recharge the batteries. The
built-in controller monitors power consumption and signals the user when the
batteries need recharging. The controller provides progressive alarms to the
user, indicating that there is a warning period to permit completion of the
current task, progressing to a shorter shutdown period. This indicates that the
PrintCart will soon enter automatic shutdown if not connected to line power for
recharging.
PrintCart Layout
Figure 5. Front Right View of the PrintCart
Barcode Scanner
Storage Slot
Stainless Steel
Work Surface
Hand Grip (2)
Status Display
Printer (not included)
Battery Access Door
Brake/Locking
Caster