ET51/56 Enterprise Tablet Product Reference Guide for Android™

Rugged Communication and Charging Cradle

This section describes how to use a Rugged Communication and Charing Cradle with the device.

Ensure that you follow the guidelines for battery safety described in Battery Safety Guidelines.

To remove the device from the Communication and Charging Cradle, press the release button on the right side of the cradle and lift the device. Use thumb to hold down the cradle.

The Rugged Communication and Charging cradle:

Provides power for operating the device.

Provides ports for connecting USB devices to the tablet, video output and connection to a LAN.

Charges the device’s battery and optional Power Pack installed in an Expansion Back.

Support the ET51 Enterprise Tablet with Integrated Scanner.

Rugged Communication and Charging Cradle - Front View

1	Rugged docking connector
2	Release button
3	Locking latches
4	Charging pins

Rugged Communication and Charging Cradle - Rear View

1	LAN (RJ45) port
2	HDMI port
3	USB 3.0 ports
4	Power input

For the ET51 Enterprise Tablet with Integrated Scanner, ensure that the cradle pads are installed prior to inserting the device into the cradle.