Argox PA-20 Portable Data Collectors User Manual - Manual (Page 5)

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1. Introduction
The PA-20 series portable data Terminal (PDT) is well suited for a variety of portable
applications. It has a built-in CCD scanning engine that can scan all popular bar code labels at
varying distance (up to 13 inches).
User’s applications can be downloaded to the terminal to adapt the terminal to the user’s
situation.
The operation power is supplied by the main battery (rechargeable Li-Polymer battery pack
for Terminal, and a rechargeable Li-ion battery pack for Gun configuration).
The CRD-22 cradle is a communication and charging station for data transmission between
the (host) terminal system and the terminal. It communicates with the terminal through RS-
232 serial or USB interface. The CRD-22 cradle will charge the rechargeable battery pack in
the terminal through the electrical contacts. And it also provides an extra charging slot for a
spare battery pack if necessary.
1.1 About this Manual
The chapters contained in this manual are:
Chapter 1: Introduction – Presents general information about the PA-20
Chapter 2: Getting started – Describes basic use of the PA-20
Chapter 3: Operating the terminal – Describes customizing the PA-20
Chapter 4: Configuration
Chapter 5: Scanning
Chapter 6: Communication
Chapter 7: Cable Pin-out
Chapter 8: Trouble Shooting