Chapter 7: Peripheral Devices & Accessories
Installation: Chargers and Docking Stations
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Psion EP10 Hand-Held Computer User Manual
7.3.2 Installation: Chargers and Docking Stations
When installing a charger or docking station, consider the following guidelines.
• Keep chargers and docking stations away from excessive dirt, dust and contaminants.
• Chargers will not charge batteries outside an ambient temperature range of 0° C to 40° C (32° F to
104° F). It is recommended that the charger or docking station be operated at room temperature –
between 18° C and 25° C (64° F to 77° F) for maximum performance.
After unpacking your unit:
• Visually inspect the charger for possible damage.
• Install the IEC power cord and apply power.
7.3.3 Power Consumption Considerations
Check to ensure the mains circuit supplying chargers and/or docking stations is adequate for the load, es-
pecially if several chargers and docking stations are being powered from the same circuit.
• Quad docking station can consume up to 1.9A @ 120 VAC or 1.5 A @ 100-240 VAC.
7.4 AC Wall Adaptor – Model No. PS1050-G1
The AC wall adaptor available for your EP10 allows you to operate your hand-held using AC power while
charging the battery inserted in the unit.
Adaptor plugs suitable for use in the following countries are shipped with the AC wall adaptor: United King-
dom, Switzerland, Japan, Israel, Australia, Europe, and North America.
Figure 7.2 AC Wall Adaptor Plugs
• Choose the adaptor plug that is suitable for use in your country. Slide the adaptor plug into the Univer-
sal AC power supply, snapping it into place. These two pieces, coupled together, are referred to as an
AC wall adaptor.
• Insert the DC power plug into the DC IN port at the base of the EP10, located between the tether and
LIF ports.
• Plug the pronged end into an AC outlet.
7.5 Desktop Docking Station – Model No. RV4000
Universal AC Power Supply
Adaptor Plugs
DC Power Plugs
Important: The RV4000 desktop docking station is shipped with its own user manual. It is
critical that it be reviewed for additional information and updates.
Note: To preserve battery integrity, the desktop docking station will proceed with a charge only
when the battery temperature falls between 0° C and 40° C (32° F to 104° F).
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