Honeywell Thor VX8 User manual

Thor™ VX8
Vehicle-Mount Computer
Microsoft®Windows®Embedded Standard Operating System
Microsoft®Windows®7 Professional Operating System
Microsoft®Windows®XP®Professional Operating System
Reference Guide

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1-1
Overview 1-1
Microsoft Windows License Agreement (First Boot) 1-1
Quick Start 1-2
Components 1-3
Under Service Lid 1-3
Connector Panel 1-4
Buttons and LEDs 1-5
LED Indications 1-6
Power LED 1-6
UPS Mode LED 1-6
Hard Drive LED 1-6
Data Entry 1-7
Keyboard Data Entry 1-7
Bar Code Data Entry 1-7
Touch Screen Entry 1-7
Soft Keyboard Entry 1-8
Chapter 2: Hardware 2-1
Hardware Configuration 2-1
Power Input 2-1
Uninterruptible Power Supply 2-1
Backup Battery 2-1
PCMCIA Slot 2-1
Power Management 2-1
Physical Controls 2-2
Power Button 2-2
Display Brightness Buttons 2-3
External Connectors 2-4
Serial Connector – COM1 2-5
Pinout 2-5
Serial Connector – COM2 2-6
Pinout 2-6
PS/2 Keyboard Connector 2-7
Pinout 2-7
PS/2 Mouse Connector 2-8
Pinout 2-8
RJ45 Connector 2-9
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Pinout 2-9
Multipurpose Connector 2-10
Pinout 2-10
Multipurpose Dongle Cables 2-11
D15 Female Connector 2-12
Pinout 2-12
USB Connector 2-13
Pinout 2-13
Serial Connector - COM4 2-14
Pinout 2-14
Audio and Microphone Connectors 2-15
Antenna Connectors 2-15
Power Supply Connector 2-16
Pinout 2-16
Keyboards 2-17
95-key Keyboard 2-17
60-key Keyboard 2-18
95-key QWERTY Keyboard with Pointing Device 2-19
Key Maps 2-19
NumLock 2-19
CapsLock and Scroll Lock 2-19
Keyboard Backlight 2-20
60-key QWERTY Keyboard 2-21
Key Maps 2-21
Unused Key Functions 2-21
NumLock 2-21
Keyboard Backlight 2-22
Control Keys 2-22
Keyboard LEDs 2-23
CAPS LED 2-23
Secondary Keys LED 2-24
IBM 3270 Keypad Overlay 2-25
IBM 5250 Keypad Overlay 2-25
General Windows Keyboard Shortcuts 2-26
PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse 2-27
Virtual Keyboard 2-27
Display 2-29
Cleaning the Display 2-29
Touch Screen 2-29
PCMCIA Slot (Optional) 2-30
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Install PCMCIA Cards 2-30
PCMCIA Pinout 2-31
Power Supply 2-32
Vehicle DC Connection 2-33
Screen Blanking 2-35
Uninterruptible Power Supply Battery Pack 2-36
External Power Supply 2-36
CMOS Battery 2-36
Hardware Problems 2-37
Power Source 2-37
Keyboard 1-7
Display / Touch Screen 2-38
Hard Disk Drive 2-38
Memory Conflicts 2-38
Optional Devices 2-39
Chapter 3: Software 3-1
Introduction 3-1
Operating System 3-1
BIOS Setup 3-2
Accessing the BIOS Setup 3-3
AMI BIOS 3-3
Phoenix BIOS 3-3
Identifying Drives in the Thor VX8 3-3
AMI BIOS 3-3
Phoenix BIOS 3-3
Integrated Devices 3-4
AMI BIOS 3-4
Phoenix BIOS 3-4
Boot Priority 3-5
AMI BIOS 3-5
Phoenix BIOS 3-5
PXE - Pre Boot Execution 3-5
AMI BIOS 3-5
Phoenix BIOS 3-5
Exit BIOS Configuration 3-6
AMI BIOS 3-6
Phoenix BIOS 3-6
VMT Keyboard Backlighting 3-7
Microsoft Windows Setup and Configuration 3-8
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Microsoft Windows License Agreement (First Boot) 3-8
Drive C Directory Structure 3-8
Software Loaded on Drive C 3-9
Thor VX8 Configuration Options 3-10
Date and Time 3-10
Power Management 3-10
Speaker Volume 3-10
Connect Bluetooth Devices 3-10
Restart/Shutdown 3-11
Soft Keyboard 3-11
Calibrate Touch Screen 3-11
Touch Screen 3-12
Calibrating the Touch Screen 3-12
Disabling the Touch Screen 3-12
Network Configuration 3-12
802.11 Wireless Radios 3-12
Ethernet Connector 3-12
WWAN 3-12
Bluetooth 3-12
VMT Manager 3-13
Main Tab 3-13
General Settings Tab 3-14
UPS Tab 3-16
Display Backlight Tab 3-17
Advanced Tab 3-19
Wedge 3-20
Configuration 3-20
Loading an Operating System on the Thor VX8 3-22
The Thor VX8 Recovery DVD 3-23
DVD Part numbers 3-23
Thor VX8 Recovery DVD 3-23
Launching the RS2 Wizard 3-23
Using the RS2 Wizard 3-24
The Thor VX8 Drivers CD-ROM 3-25
Startup Problems 3-26
Bypassing Microsoft Windows Startup 3-26
Verifying Boot Order 3-26
Setting System Time and Date 3-27
Chapter 4: Wireless Network Configuration 4-1
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Introduction 4-1
Summit Wireless Network Configuration 4-2
Important Notes 4-2
Summit Client Utility 4-3
Help 4-3
Summit Tray Icon 4-4
Wireless Zero Config Utility 4-5
How To: Use the Wireless Zero Config Utility 4-5
How to: Switch Control to SCU 4-5
Main Tab 4-6
Admin Login 4-7
Profile Tab 4-8
Buttons 4-9
Profile Parameters 4-10
Status Tab 4-12
Diags Tab 4-13
Global Tab 4-14
Custom Parameter Option 4-15
Global Parameters 4-16
Logon Options 4-20
Single Signon 4-21
Pre-Logon Connection 4-21
Sign-On vs. Stored Credentials 4-22
How to: Use Stored Credentials 4-22
How to: Use Sign On Screen 4-23
How to: Use Windows Username and Password 4-23
Windows Certificate Store vs. Certs Path 4-24
User Certificates 4-24
Root CA Certificates 4-24
How To: Use the Certs Path 4-24
How To: Use Windows Certificate Store 4-24
Configuring the Profile 4-26
No Security 4-27
WEP 4-28
LEAP 4-30
PEAP/MSCHAP 4-32
PEAP/GTC 4-35
WPA/LEAP 4-38
EAP-FAST 4-40
EAP-TLS 4-42
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WPA PSK 4-45
Certificates 4-46
Generating a Root CA Certificate 4-47
Installing a Root CA Certificate 4-51
Generating a User Certificate 4-53
Exporting a User Certificate 4-56
Installing a User Certificate 4-58
Atheros Client Utility - 802.11a/b/g Radio 4-60
Wireless Zero Config 4-60
Using the ACU 4-61
No Security 4-62
WEP 4-63
LEAP 4-65
WPA-PSK 4-67
PEAP/MS-CHAP 4-68
PEAP-GTC 4-70
EAP-TLS 4-72
WPA LEAP 4-74
EAP-FAST 4-76
Broadcom Wireless Utility - 802.11b/g Radio 4-79
Wireless Zero Config 4-79
Using the BWU 4-79
No Security 4-80
WEP 4-81
LEAP 4-82
WPA-PSK 4-83
PEAP/MS-CHAP 4-84
PEAP-GTC 4-85
EAP-TLS 4-86
WPA LEAP 4-88
EAP-FAST 4-89
Certificates 4-90
Bluetooth 4-92
8650 Bluetooth Ring Scanner/Imager 4-92
Devices Tab 4-92
Options Tab 4-94
COM Ports Tab 4-95
Hardware Tab 4-96
SIM card installation 4-97
Requirements 4-97
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Installation 4-97
Option GlobeTrotter Connect 4-99
SIM Card PIN 4-99
Using Option GlobeTrotter Connect 4-99
OneClick Internet 4-101
Preparing for Initial Use on the Thor VX8 4-101
Install SIM Card 4-101
Load Firmware 4-101
Activation 4-101
Using OneClick Internet 4-104
Connection Management 4-104
Menu Buttons 4-105
Radio Button 4-105
StatisticsButton 4-105
Update Button 4-105
Help Button 4-105
Settings Button 4-106
Profile Tab 4-107
Buttons 4-108
Parameters 4-108
Network Tab 4-109
Network with SIM Card 4-109
CDMA Network 4-111
History Tab 4-112
PIN Tab 4-112
Activate/Deactivate PIN 4-112
Change PIN 4-113
Info Tab 4-114
Firmware Tab 4-115
Activation on CDMA 4-116
General Tab 4-117
Application Tab 4-118
Application Buttons 4-119
SMS 4-119
Web Browser 4-119
Email 4-119
GPS 4-119
About 4-120
System Requirements 4-120
Supported Languages 4-120
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Installing or Upgrading OneClick Internet 4-120
Installation 4-121
OneClick Internet Connection Manager 4-124
Connection Management 4-124
Information Buttons 4-125
Chapter 5: Key Maps 5-1
95-key Keypad with Pointing Device 5-1
Key Map 101-Key Equivalencies 5-1
60-key Standard Keypad 5-2
60 Key KeyMap 101-Key Equivalencies 5-2
IBM Terminal Emulation 5-7
IBM 3270 Keypad Overlay 5-7
IBM 5250 Keypad Overlay 5-8
Chapter 6: Technical Specifications 6-1
Physical Specifications 6-1
Environmental Specifications 6-2
Display Specifications 6-2
Operating System 6-2
Radio Options 6-3
Chapter 7: Technical Assistance 7-1
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Overview
The Thor VX8 Vehicle-Mount Computer (VMT) is a rugged,
vehicle-mounted, PC (Personal Computer) equipped with a
Microsoft®Windows®operating system. The Thor VX8 is
capable of wireless data communications from a fork-lift truck or
any properly configured vehicle. The unit uses a PCMCIA radio
(spread spectrum 2.4GHz) for wireless data communications.
The Thor VX8 is a tablet-style computer and features a color
display. The touch-screen display supports graphic features and
Microsoft Windows icons that the Windows operating system
supports. An illuminated keyboard is available to facilitate use in
dimly lit areas.
The Thor VX8 provides the power and functionality of a desktop
computer in a vehicle-mounted unit, with a wide range of options.
For details on available RAM Mount™ options see the Thor VX8 Vehicle Mounting Reference Guide.
The Thor VX8 is available with the following operating systems:
lWindows®7 Professional
lWindows®XP Professional
lWindows®Embedded Standard
lWindows®XP Embedded
The Thor VX8 can support only one operating system at a time. Information in this guide includes instruction for all operating
systems. Differences are highlighted as follows:
Windows® 7 Professional
Windows® Embedded Standard
Windows® XP Embedded
Windows® XP Professional
Microsoft Windows License Agreement (First Boot)
If your Thor VX8 is shipped with a Microsoft Windows operating system pre-installed, it may be necessary to
complete the Windows licensing/registration screens when starting the Thor VX8 for the first time. To complete this
information, you may need the Microsoft Windows software/product key that was included with the Thor VX8.
Please refer to Microsoft Windows License Agreement (First Boot) for instruction.
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Quick Start
This section’s instructions are based on the assumption that your new system is pre-configured and requires only accessory
installation (e.g. antenna, external keyboard and/or bar code scanner) and a power source.
In general, the sequence of events to prepare the Thor VX8 for use is:
1. Install Vehicle Mounting Bracket (and keyboard mounting bracket) on vehicle.
2. Secure Thor VX8 in Mounting Bracket Assembly.
3. Connect power cable to the Thor VX8. Route the power cable to a DC/DC converter then to the vehicle battery.
4. An optional screen blanking box may also be connected to the Thor VX8.
5. Connect accessories to Thor VX8, e.g. scanner, keyboard.
6. Secure all cables to the Thor VX8 with the Strain Relief Cable Clamps.
7. Turn the Thor VX8 on.
The Thor VX8 and its keyboard should be mounted in an area in the vehicle where it:
lDoes not obstruct the vehicle driver’s vision or safe vehicle operation.
lCan be easily accessed by anyone seated in the driver’s seat.
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Components
Under Service Lid
The service lid has been removed to show components.
Position Function
1 USB 2.0
2 Hard drive
3 CompactFlash slot, optional (behind HD cable)
4 Battery/UPS
5 Mini PCI slot
6 PC Card slot (option)
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Connector Panel
Position Function
1 Power Supply Connector (12V DC 50W)
2 Mic. in
3 Audio out
4 COM1 Connector
5 COM2 Connector
6 VGA (external monitor) Connector
7 Multipurpose Connector (provides USB, COM4 or both with optional cable)
8 RJ-45 Ethernet 10/100 Connector
9 2x USB 2.0 Ports
10 PS/2 Mouse port
11 PS/2 Keyboard Port
12 Bluetooth Antenna Connector
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Buttons and LEDs
Position Function
1 Power Button (includes Power LED)
2UPS Mode LED
3Hard Drive LED
4 Light Sensor
5 Screen Brightness Adjustment Buttons
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LED Indications
Power LED
The Power LED is incorporated into the power button.
Function Power LED
Off and not powered Off (no light)
Off but powered Green flash very slow
Operating normally Green on
Suspend Green flashing slow
Black-out Screen Green flashing fast
Over voltage shutdown Red on
Over temperature Red flashing
UPS Mode LED
The UPS Mode LED is located to the right of the power button.
Function UPS Mode LED
UPS battery powered Green flashing fast
UPS battery charging Green on or flashing slow
UPS battery charged Off (no light)
Hard Drive LED
The Hard Drive LED is located to the right of the UPS Mode LED.
Function Hard Drive LED
Hard drive activity Green flashing
No activity Off (dark)
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Data Entry
You can enter data into the Thor VX8 through several different methods. A tethered scanner connected to the COM1 serial port
or a Bluetooth scanner provides bar code data entry, the serial ports are used to input/output data, keyboards provide manual
entry and the touch screen also provides manual entry (simulating a desktop PC’s mouse).
Keyboard Data Entry
Refer to Key Maps for 101-key keyboard equivalent keypresses.
The keyboard is used to manually input data that is not collected otherwise. Almost any function that a full sized computer
keyboard can provide is duplicated on the VMT keyboard but it may take a few more keystrokes to accomplish a keyed task.
When using the 60-key keyboard almost every key has two or three different functions. The primary alpha or numeric character
is printed on the key.
For example, when the 2nd key is selected pressing the desired second-function key produces the 2nd character i.e. 2nd +F1
toggles the CAPS Lock function. The specific 2nd character is printed above the corresponding key.
Bar Code Data Entry
The Thor VX8 supports an accessory bar code label reading device. Keyboard data entries can be mixed with bar code data
entries. Any scanner that decodes the bar code internally and outputs an RS-232 data stream may be used. COM port 1 is
designed to be used with a hand held tethered bar code scanner. Also, a Bluetooth bar code scanner can be used to enter bar
code data into the Thor VX8.
COM1 must be set to +5V on pin 9 when using a tethered serial scanner. See VMT Manager.
Touch Screen Entry
Note: The touch screen should be calibrated before initial use. See Touch Screen Calibration.
Note: Always use the point of the stylus for tapping or making strokes on the display. Never use an actual pen, pencil or
sharp object to write on the touch screen.
The touch screen input performs the same function as the mouse that is used to point to and click elements on a desk top
computer. A stylus is used in the same manner as a mouse – single-tap or double-tap to select menu options, drag the stylus
across text to select, hold the stylus down to activate slider bars, etcetera. Right-click is generated by tapping the mouse icon
in the system tray. After tapping, the mouse icon highlights the right button of the icon in red. The next touch screen tap is
treated as a right-click. The mouse icon then returns to the left button highlighted in red so subsequent taps are treated as left
clicks.
Hold the stylus as if it were a pen or pencil. Touch an element on the screen with the tip of the stylus then remove the stylus
from the screen. The touch screen responds to an actuation force (touch) of up to 4 oz. of pressure.
The touch screen can be used in conjunction with the keyboard and scanner.
lTouch the stylus to the field of the data entry form to receive the next data feed.
lThe cursor begins to flash in the field.
lThe unit is ready to accept data from either the keyboard, integrated scanner or a device connected to a serial port.
Note: The touch screen may be disabled. Please refer to Disabling the Touch Screen.
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Soft Keyboard Entry
The optional software keyboard provides a virtual keyboard on the touch screen. The soft keyboard is orderable in several
configurations.
Note: When the virtual keyboard is displayed, the physical keyboard is still active, if attached. Therefore it is possible to
input data from both keyboards.
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Chapter 2: Hardware
Hardware Configuration
The Thor VX8 is available in many configurations. Please refer to Technical Specifications for available options.
Note: Using the VMT Manager, Pin 9 of COM1 may be configured to provide 5 volts DC to power a bar code scanner or RI
for serial transfer.
Power Input
Vehicle power input for the Thor VX8 is determined by the DC/DC power supply selected. The DC/DC power supply accepts
input in the stated range and provides a conditioned 12V DC output for the Thor VX8.
If DC power is not available – for example, in an office environment – an optional external Universal Input Power Supply can be
used to convert AC wall power to an appropriate DC level. See Power Supply.
Uninterruptible Power Supply
A DC uninterruptible power supply (UPS) battery is included to maintain power to the Thor VX8 for a minimum of 15 minutes
when vehicle power is not available (such as when a vehicle battery is being swapped). The UPS is configured via the VMT
Manager.
Backup Battery
The Thor VX8 has a permanent lithium battery installed to maintain time, date and BIOS setup information. The backup battery
is not user serviceable and should last five years with normal use before it requires replacement.
Note: This battery should only be changed by authorized service personnel.
PCMCIA Slot
Microsoft Windows Plug and Play operating system controls the PCMCIA cards. These cards are hot swappable per the
CardBus/PCMCIA specifications. PCMCIAslots are optional.
Power Management
The Thor VX8 uses Microsoft Windows Power Management. The Thor VX8 has two operating modes: Normal and Standby.
In Normal operating mode all systems are powered up and the video display is on. The RS-232 ports, any installed PCMCIA
cards are active. However, Microsoft Windows also allows the display and hard disks to be shut down in normal mode to
conserve energy.
The Standby mode shuts down many devices such as the display and hard drives. For complete details on the standby mode,
please refer to the Microsoft Help &Support (Start >Help and Support).
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Physical Controls
Power Button
The power (on/off) button is a push button switch located on the front of the Thor VX8. The switch is a momentary switch. If the
Thor VX8 is Off, pressing the power switch turns the Thor VX8 On. If the Thor VX8 is On, Windows determines the results of a
power button press. For example, the Thor VX8 may be configured to:
lShut down
lHibernate
lIgnore the power button press
lAsk user to choose.
Power button behavior is configured by selecting:
Start > Control Panel > Power Options > Choose what the Power buttons do (Classic view)
Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options > Choose what the Power buttons do (Cat-
egory view)
Start > Control Panel > Power Options > Advanced (Classic view)
Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Advanced (Category view)
Pressing and holding the power switch for several seconds forces a shutdown.
Note: Always turn the computer off prior to removing power cables.
The Thor VX8 is designed for a controlled shutdown when using the power button. A controlled shutdown first closes any open
programs, and then shuts down the Windows operating system. DO NOT remove power from the Thor VX8 without shutting
down the Thor VX8.
The Thor VX8 shutdown may be initiated in any of the following ways:
lSelecting the Shut Down option from the Windows Start Menu.
lSelecting the Shut Down option from the Windows Task Manager. The Windows Task Manager is displayed by
pressing Ctrl-Alt-Del.
lMomentarily pressing and releasing the power button. The Thor VX8 behavior when the power button is pressed can be
configured in the Windows Control Panel.
lPressing and holding the power button for approximately five seconds. Any open programs and the Windows operating
system are shut down before power off. Note that this option must be used to shut down when the operating system is
not responding.
lThe VMT Manager can be configured so that an extended touch on the touch screen initiates the shut down process.
For more information on the Windows shutdown process, please refer to Help and Support on the Windows Start menu or
commercially available Windows guides.
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