IBM LXE MX5 User Manual
Note: When performing a Cold Reset on a device, the system will ask if you
want to overwrite files –LXE recommends selecting “No” and continuing
with the Cold Reset process.
Connect External Power Supply (Optional)
The MX5 receives AC/DC power from the US AC/DC 12V Power Supply or the
MX5 Cradle.
The MX5 DC power jack is located at the base of the MX5. The cradle power jack
The MX5 DC power jack is located at the base of the MX5. The cradle power jack
(if available) is located on the back of the cradle.
The A/C power cable is not included with the Power Supply, please contact your
The A/C power cable is not included with the Power Supply, please contact your
LXE representative for replacement power cables. When the power cable is
connected to a wall outlet and the Power Supply, the ON indicator on the Power
connected to a wall outlet and the Power Supply, the ON indicator on the Power
Supply illuminates green.
1. Squeeze the sides of the power connector and push the power cable
connector into the MX5 power jack. The click means the connector is
seated firmly.
2. The CHGR LED above the keypad illuminates when the MX5 is receiving
external power through the power jack. The Main Battery recharges
when the MX5 is connected to an external power source.
Note: When the MX5 is receiving power through a cradle connected to external
power, the MX5's CHGR LED is illuminated.The MX5 backup battery
recharges when the MX5 is connected to external power.
Connect Audio Jack (Optional)
The MX5 audio jack is located on the top of the unit next to the scan aperture.
The internal speaker is disabled when the audio jack is connected.
Insert the barrel end of the connector into the MX5 audio jack and push in firmly.
Insert the barrel end of the connector into the MX5 audio jack and push in firmly.
Note: The audio option draws power from the Main Battery Pack.
Install Pistol Grip Handle (Optional)
The MX5 can be purchased with a customer-installable pistol grip handle. The
handle enables the user of the MX5 to hold the unit while pointing and activating
handle enables the user of the MX5 to hold the unit while pointing and activating
the scanner with one hand. Pressing the trigger activates the scanner and
functions the same as the Scan key on the keypad. With the handle installed the
Scan key on the keypad remains active. The trigger duplicates the operation.
The handle is built of a durable and flexible plastic that will not detach from the
The handle is built of a durable and flexible plastic that will not detach from the
MX5 if the unit is dropped.