Honeywell Thor VM2CG User manual

Thor™ VM2CG
Vehicle-Mount Computer
Microsoft® Windows® Embedded CE 6 Operating System
User's Guide

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1-1
About this Guide 1-1
End User License Agreement (EULA) 1-1
Components 1-2
Front View 1-2
Back View Quick Mount Smart Dock 1-3
Access Panels 1-3
Keyboard Options 1-4
Integrated Keypad 1-4
Blue Key 1-4
Orange Key 1-5
95-Key External Keyboard 1-6
Keyboard Backlight 1-6
USB Keyboard / Mouse 1-6
Chapter 2 - Set Up A New Thor VM2CG 2-1
Hardware Setup 2-1
Software Setup 2-1
Quick Mount Smart Dock 2-2
Preparing the Dock 2-3
Place the Thor VM2CG in the Dock 2-4
Removing the Thor VM2CG from the Dock 2-4
Backlights and Indicators 2-5
Display Backlight 2-5
Power Management 2-5
Backlight Brightness 2-5
Screen Blanking 2-5
Keypad Backlight 2-5
LED Functions 2-6
System LEDs 2-7
SYS (System Status) LED 2-7
UPS Status LED 2-8
Charge Level 2-8
Charging State 2-8
SSD (Solid State Drive) LED 2-8
Connection LEDs 2-9
WWAN LED 2-9
WiFi LED 2-9
Bluetooth LED 2-9
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Keyboard LEDs 2-10
Blue LED 2-10
Orange LED 2-10
Programmable LED 2-10
Power Up 2-11
Tapping the Touch Screen with a Stylus 2-12
Set Power Scheme Timers 2-13
UPS Power Scheme 2-13
AC/DC Power Scheme 2-13
Ignition Control Power Scheme, Ignition On 2-13
Ignition Control Power Scheme, Ignition Off 2-14
Auto On Power Scheme 2-14
Adjust Speaker Volume 2-15
Using the Keypad 2-15
Using the Control Panel 2-15
Set Date and Time Zone 2-16
Grab Time Utility 2-16
Autolaunch Time-Sync 2-16
Synchronize with a Local Time Server 2-16
Touch Screen 2-17
Calibrating the Touch Screen 2-17
Apply the Touch Screen Protective Film 2-17
Installation 2-17
Removal 2-18
Using the Input Panel / Virtual Keyboard 2-19
Setup Terminal Emulation Parameters 2-20
Using the AppLock Switchpad 2-21
Using the Keypad 2-21
Using the Touch Screen 2-21
Connecting Bluetooth Devices 2-22
Taskbar Connection Indicator 2-22
Reboot 2-23
Warmboot 2-23
Restart 2-23
Cleaning the Touch Screen 2-24
Startup Help 2-25
Chapter 3 - Connecting Cables to the Thor VM2CG 3-1
Connect External Keyboard 3-1
Connect Cable - USB Client 3-2
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Connect Cable - USB Host 3-2
Connect Cable - Serial 3-3
Connect a Tethered Scanner 3-3
Connecting the Headset Cable 3-4
Adjust Headset / Microphone and Secure Cable 3-5
Connecting an AC/DC Power Supply 3-6
Connecting Vehicle Power 3-7
Vehicle 10-60VDC Power Connection 3-7
Connect Vehicle 10-60VDC 3-8
Ignition Control 3-9
Auto-On Control 3-10
Manual Control 3-11
VX6 / VX7 Adapter Cable 3-12
Vehicle 72-144VDC Power Connection 3-13
Connect Vehicle 72-144VDC 3-14
Wiring Diagram 3-15
Thor VM2CG Screen Blanking 3-16
Screen Blanking Box 3-17
Screen Blanking with Switch 3-18
Fuse 3-19
Chapter 4 - Product Agency Compliance - Thor VM2CG 4-1
Lithium Battery Safety Statement 4-5
Vehicle Power Supply Connection Safety Statement 4-7
Chapter 5 - Technical Assistance 5-1
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Chapter 1 - Introduction
The Honeywell Thor VM2CG Vehicle Mount Computer (VMC) is a rugged, vehicle mounted computer running a Microsoft
Windows®CE 6 operating system and capable of wireless data communications from a fork-lift truck or any properly configured
vehicle.
The optional Bluetooth®module supports Honeywell Bluetooth printers and scanners. The Thor VM2CG provides the power
and functionality of a desktop computer in a vehicle mounted unit, with a wide range of options.
The Thor VM2CG is designed for use with a vehicle Quick Mount Smart Dock. The dock installs in the vehicle and connects to
vehicle power. The dock provides conditioned input power for the Thor VM2CG. Peripheral connections are on the dock. The
Thor VM2CG is designed to easily be removed from the dock with a latch on the lower rear of the Thor VM2CG housing. Since
the dock remains attached to the vehicle, the Thor VM2CG computer can easily be moved from one vehicle equipped with a
Quick Mount Smart Dock to another vehicle equipped with a Quick Mount Smart Dock.
The Thor VM2CG contains a UPS battery which, when fully charged, can power the Thor VM2CG for a minimum of 30
minutes. This can be when the Thor VM2CG is not attached to a Quick Mount Smart Dock or when the Thor VM2CG is
attached to a dock but the vehicle power is interrupted, such as when the vehicle battery is being changed.
About this Guide
This Thor VM2CG User's Guide provides instruction for the end-user or system administrator to follow when setting up a new
Thor VM2CG.
This user's guide has been developed for aThor VM2CGwith a Microsoft® Windows® Embedded CE 6operating system.
End User License Agreement (EULA)
When a new Thor VM2CG starts up a EULA is displayed on the touch screen. It remains on the screen until the Accept or
Decline button is tapped with a stylus.
Tap the Accept button to accept the EULA terms and the Thor VM2CG continues the startup process. The EULA is not
presented to the user again.
Tap the Decline button to decline the EULA and the Thor VM2CG will reboot. It will continue to reboot until the Accept button is
tapped with the stylus.
Note: The EULA will be presented after any operating system upgrade or re-installation, including language-specific
operating systems.
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Components
Front View
1. Power Button
2. Speakers
3. Microphone
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Back View Quick Mount Smart Dock
1. Antenna Connectors (on Thor
VM2CG)
2. SIM card Access Panel (on Thor
VM2CG)
3. COM1 Connector (on Dock)
4. COM2 Connector (on Dock)
5. USB Connector (on Dock)
6. CAN/Audio Connector (on Dock)
7. Quick Release Handle (On Thor
VM2CG)
8. Provision for Padlock (on Thor
VM2CG)
9. Provision for Laptop Security Cable
(on Thor VM2CG)
10. Power Switch (on Dock)
11. Power Connector (on Dock)
12. Fuse (on Dock)
13. SD Card Access Panel (On Thor
VM2CG)
14. Strain Relief Clamps (on Dock)
15. RAM Ball (on Dock)
Access Panels
Access Panel Door is labeled with SSD and SD.
1. CompactFlash Hard Drive
2. SD (Secure Digital) Memory Card Slot
Access Panel Door is labeled with SIM.
1. SIM card slot for WWAN radio
2. UPS battery disconnect
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Keyboard Options
The Thor VM2CG has an integrated keypad with five programmable keys and an available external keyboard.
Integrated Keypad
The integrated keypad contains five progammable keys, a blue modifier key and an orange modifier key. Press Orange plus
P1-P5 to access P6-P10. The default programmable key functions are described below. Default functions may be overridden
by custom settings. Consult your system administrator.
Key Assigned
Function Key Assigned Function
P1 F1 P6 Not assigned
P2 F2 P7 Not assigned
P3 F3 P8 Not assigned
P4 F4 P9 Not assigned
P5 F5 P10 Not assigned
Blue Key
When the Blue LEDis illuminated, the programmable keys are used to adjust speaker volume and display brightness. Press
the Blue key to enter Blue mode and then press
lP1 to Increase speaker volume
lP2 to Decrease speaker volume
lP3 to Increase display brightness
lP4 to Decrease display brightness
lNo function is assigned to P5 in Blue mode
The Blue key has a five second timeout. If the Blue key is pressed and no additional key is pressed within the five second
timeout period, the Blue modifier mode is exited and the Blue LEDis turned off.
When the Blue modifier key is active, the LED located next to the key is illuminated. The modifier key remains active until:
lThe Blue modifier key is pressed again, or
lThe Orange modifier key is pressed, or
lA five second timeout with no keypress occurs.
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Orange Key
When the Orange LED is illuminated, the programmable keys provide the secondary function.
lOrange + P1 = P6
lOrange + P2 = P7, etc.
When the Orange modifier key is active, the LED located next to the key is illuminated. The modifier key remains active until:
lThe Orange modifier key is pressed again, or
lA non-modifier key is pressed (i.e.: P1-P5), or
lThe Blue modifier key is pressed.
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95-Key External Keyboard
The Thor VM2CG uses an optional rugged QWERTY 95 key keyboard, designed for ease of use with the Windows CE
operating system. The keyboard connects directly to the D9 USB connector on the Thor VM2CG Quick Mount Smart Dock.
lThe 95 key keyboard supports all 104 keyboard functions (101 standard keyboard plus Windows keys) and includes an
integrated pointing device and left and right mouse buttons. However, because the keyboard only has 95 keys, all
functions are not visible (or printed on the keyboard). Therefore the keyboard supports what is called hidden keys - keys
that are accessible but not visible on the keyboard.
lThe 95 key keyboard keys are backlit. The keyboard backlight is manually controlled.
Keyboard Backlight
The keyboard backlight key in the top right hand corner has a light bulb icon.
The keyboard keys are backlit. The keyboard backlight is manually controlled using the backlight key in the upper right hand
corner of the keyboard. Pressing the backlight key cycles the keyboard backlight through the levels of backlight intensity: Off,
Low intensity, Medium intensity, Maximum intensity, Off, etc. When the Thor VM2CG is powered on, the keyboard backlight
defaults to Off.
By default, the external keypad backlight turns off when the Thor VM2CG enters Suspend.
USB Keyboard / Mouse
A standard USB keyboard or mouse can be attached to the Thor VM2CG using the appropriate dongle cable.
The dongle cable attaches to the Thor VM2CG and provides a USB connector. Please refer to documentation provided with the
USB keyboard or mouse for more information on their operation.
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Chapter 2 - Set Up A New Thor VM2CG
This page lists a quick outline of the steps you might take when setting up a new Thor VM2CG. More instruction for each step
is listed later in this guide. Please refer to the Thor VM2CGReference Guide for additional information and instruction.
Contact Technical Assistance if you need additional help.
Note: Installing or removing accessories should be performed on a clean, well-lit surface. When necessary, protect the work
surface, the Thor VM2CG, and components from electrostatic discharge.
Caution
Before shipping, the internal UPS battery must be disconnected.
Please refer to the Thor VM2CG Reference Guide for details.
Hardware Setup
1. Connect accessories to the Quick Mount Smart Dock.
2. Connect cables.
3. Connect power cable to the dock.
4. Secure all cables to the dock with the Strain Relief Cable Clamps.
5. Secure the Thor VM2CG in the dock.
6. Press the power switch on the dock.
7. Press the Power key.
Software Setup
Hardware setup should be completed before starting software setup.
1. Calibrate Touch screen
2. Set Date and Time Zone
3. Set Power Schemes Timers
4. Adjust Speaker Volume
5. Pair Bluetooth devices
6. Setup Wireless client parameters
7. Setup terminal emulation parameters
8. Save changed settings to the registry
9. Setup the AppLock parameters
10. Set the DC Wedge parameters
Please refer to the Thor VM2CGReference Guide for additional information and instruction.
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Quick Mount Smart Dock
The Thor VM2CG assembly consists of two parts, the Thor VM2CG computer and the Quick Mount Smart Dock.
The Thor VM2CG contains an internal UPS battery that, once fully charged, powers the Thor VM2CG for a minimum of 30
minutes when the unit is not mounted in the dock.
The Dock provides:
lA mount for the Thor VM2CG computer. The Dock attaches to a vehicle via a RAM or U-bracket mount.
lConditioned power for the Thor VM2CG. The Dock accepts 10-60VDC power input directly or 72-144VDC power input
with a DC/DC converter.
lCOM1 and COM2 serial connections for a tethered scanner, printer, PC connection, etc.
lUSB host and client connections via an adapter cable.
lCANbus connection via an adapter cable.
lHeadset connection via an adapter cable. When a headset is not attached, the microphone and speakers on the Thor
VM2CG are active.
lStrain relief cable mounts.
lMobility of the Thor VM2CG, since the Dock remains attached to the vehicle the Thor VM2CG computer can easily be
moved from one vehicle equipped with a Dock to another.
External antenna connectors may be present on the back of the Thor VM2CG. The connectors may include:
l802.11 antenna connectors, used when the Thor VM2CG is not equipped with internal antennas.
lExternal GPS antenna connector, when the Thor VM2CG is equipped with GPS.
lExternal WWAN antenna connectors, when the Thor VM2CG is equipped with WWAN.
Optional WWAN radio (available in North America, Europe, New Zealand,and Australia only).
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Preparing the Dock
1. Attach RAM mount to vehicle (see Thor VM2CG Vehicle Mounting Reference Guide).
2. Attach accessories to dock.
3. Attach power cable, 10-60VDC or 72-144VDC.
4. If the tethered I/O port cover is in place, lift the cover to expose the I/O port on the dock. The tether allows the cover to
be swung over the back of the dock.
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Place the Thor VM2CG in the Dock
Back of Thor VM2CG Front of Quick Mount Smart Dock
A. Notch on Thor VM2CG
B. Release lever
C. Upper Lip on Dock
D. Lower Lip on Dock
1. Locate the notch on the upper rear of the Thor VM2CG (item A above).
2. Slide this notch over the top lip (C)of the Dock. Slide the Thor VM2CG from side to side on the Dock to make sure it
fully engages on the lip of the Dock. If the Thor VM2CG cannot be slid side to side, the lip is engaged.
3. Pull the quick release lever (B) on the Thor VM2CG down and push the Thor VM2CG against the Dock.
4. Release the quick release lever. The quick release lever catches the lower lip on the Dock and secures the Thor
VM2CG to the Dock.
5. If necessary, adjust the viewing angle of the Thor VM2CG.
Removing the Thor VM2CG from the Dock
The Thor VM2CG may be removed from the Quick Mount for limited periods of use or the transfer from vehicle to vehicle.
The UPS battery inside the Thor VM2CG powers a fully functional Thor VM2CG for a minimum of 30 minutes.
To remove the Thor VM2CG from the Dock:
1. Pull the quick release lever (item B) downward on the back of the Thor VM2CG.
2. Pull the bottom of the Thor VM2CG away from the Dock.
3. Lift the Thor VM2CG away from the Dock.
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Backlights and Indicators
Display Backlight
There are several configuration options for the Thor VM2CG display backlight:
Power Management
The display backlight is controlled by power management. When the user activity timer expires, the display backlight is turned
off. Different timeouts can be set for when the Thor VM2CG is operating in the following power configuration modes:
lAC/DC Mode
lIgnition Mode (ignition on)
lIgnition Mode (ignition off)
lAuto-on Mode
lUPS.
Please refer to the Thor VM2CG Reference Guide for details.
Backlight Brightness
The intensity of the display backlight can be manually configured:
Brightness control does not “roll-over” from minimum to maximum or from maximum to minimum. Continuously holding down
the up or down arrow keys does not cause an automatic repeat of the up (or down) arrow key.
Screen Blanking
The Thor VM2CG can be configured to blank (blackout) the display while the vehicle is in motion.
Please refer to the Thor VM2CG Reference Guide for details.
Keypad Backlight
By default, the integrated keypad backlight follows the display backlight. The integrated keypad backlight can be disabled.
Please refer to the Thor VM2CG Reference Guide for details.
The external USB keyboard backlight is manually controlled.
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LED Functions
1. System LEDs
2. Connection LEDs
3. Blue LED
4. Orange LED
5. Programmable LED
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System LEDs
1. SYS (System Status) LED
2. UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) LED
3. SSD (Solid State Drive) LED
SYS (System Status) LED
LED Behavior System State
Solid Green
lOn
lOn but Backlight Off
lOn but Display Off
Green blinking very slowly
External power present
(1/2 sec. on, 4 1/2 sec. off)
lSuspend
Off
External power present lOff
Off
External power not present
lOff,
lSuspend
Green blinking slowly
External power present
(1/2 sec. on, 1 1/2 sec. off)
CPU temperature less than -20ºC,
Heater warming CPU for 30 sec.
Green blinking slowly
External power not present
(1/2 sec. on, 1 1/2 sec. off)
CPU temperature less than -20ºC,
Need to move unit to warmer environment
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UPS Status LED
The color of the UPS LED identifies the charge level and the behavior of the LED identifies the charging state.
Charge Level
LED Color Status
Green Fully charged (>90%)
Amber
lLess than fully charged, but more than 2 minutes runtime
remaining,
lOut of charging temperature range,
lNo UPS present,
lCharge timeout.
Red Low battery, less than 2 minutes runtime until shutdown
Charging State
LED Behavior Status
Slow Blink
(1 sec. on, 3 sec. off) Charging.
Fast Blink
(1/2 sec. on, 1/2 sec. off) UPS supplying power and discharging.
On Neither charging or discharging.
Off Unit is off or is in Suspend.
SSD (Solid State Drive) LED
LED Behavior Status
Flashing Green SSD read or write activity.
Off No SSD read or write activity.
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