Motorola VC5090 User manual

VC5090 Vehicle Computer
Quick Reference Guide

2 VC5090 Vehicle Computer
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http://www.symbol.com
Warranty
Subject to the terms of Motorola’s hardware warranty statement, the
VC5090 Vehicle Computer products are warranted against defects in
workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of
shipment. For the complete Motorola hardware product warranty
statement, go to: http://www.symbol.com/warranty.
Patents
This product is covered by one or more patents. For patent information
go to: http://www.symbol.com/patents.

Quick Reference Guide 3
Introduction
The VC5090 Vehicle Computer is a vehicle or fixed-mount computer
consisting of two configurations: a full-screen computer with optional
keyboard and a half screen configuration with a integrated keyboard. You
can enter data using the touch screen, the keyboard, an optional bar
code scanner, or a combination of the three. The data is transmitted
wirelessly to a host computer. The vehicle computer features:
• Ergonomic design with color LCD touch screen
• Internal wide-range power supply (9 - 60 VDC) to accommodate
propane, gasoline, and electric-powered forklifts
• Internal antennas with external antenna port
• Interfaces with scanners, printers, audio devices and other
peripherals
• Continuous operation at -30 °C (-22 °F)
• Pre-loaded with terminal emulation software.
About This Guide
This guide contains the following:
•Features on page 4
•Unpacking on page 5
•Optional Accessories on page 5
•Installation on page 6
•Powering the VC5090 On/Off on page 21
•Connecting Accessories on page 24
•Maintenance on page 24
•Troubleshooting on page 25
•Regulatory Information on page 26.
For more information including installation instructions, refer to the
VC5090 Product Reference Guide, p/n 72E-76347-xx available at
http://support.symbol.com.

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Features
Optional Keyboard
Power LED
Antenna Port for Optional
External Antenna
Display
Built-In Keyboard
Backlight
Control Button
Main Power Switch
Quick Access
Panel
Power Button
Backlight
Control LED
WLAN COMM LED
Mounting Bracket

Quick Reference Guide 5
Unpacking
The following items are contained in the box:
• VC5090 vehicle computer
• mounting bracket
• hardware kit
• desiccant door kit
• power cable
• this guide.
Optional Accessories
• Heated keyboard with bracket assembly
• Scanners and cables
• Headset/Handset
• Vehicle Motion Detector Kit
• Printer cables
• Adjustable handles
• RS-232 and USB ActiveSync cables
• AC power supply
• Uninterruptable power supply (UPS)
NOTE The hardware kit contains items that might not be used during
installation. Keep the hardware kit in a safe place for future use.
Desiccant Door
COM1 Port
Connector
COM2 Port
Connector
USB/
Keyboard
Connector
UPS/Memory Card Door
Audio
Connector
USB Ports
(Client
and Host)
Power
Connector

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• Replacement desiccant bag kit
• Protective keyboard cover
• Replacement screen protector.
Installation
Installing the Desiccant Door
1. Open the desiccant package and remove the six desiccant bags.
2. Place three desiccant bags in the desiccant well.
3. Place the other three desiccant bags in the back of the desiccant door.
4. Ensure that the door seal is in place.
5. Carefully place the desiccant door onto the back housing. Ensure that
the desiccant bags do not interfere with door seal.
6. Secure the door to the back housing using the four screws. Torque to
9 ± 0.5 kgf.cm (7.8 ± 0.4 in-lbs).
NOTE Motorola recommends installing the desiccant bags in
environments where extreme temperature changes occur, such
as applications where the device may be continuously moved
between a freezer and a hot/humid area. Temperature changes
would occur more often in the hot/humid months of summer
and less frequently in cold/dry months of winter. If desiccant is
not used, the desiccant door must still be installed and secured.
CAUTION Ensure to torque the screws to seal the device properly.
Otherwise, sealing can be compromised.
Desiccant Bags
Desiccant Door
Desiccant Well

Quick Reference Guide 7
Installing the Optional UPS
To install the optional UPS:
1. Place the Main Power switch on top of the vehicle computer to the off
position.
2. Remove and discard the eight screws securing the UPS/Memory Card
door on the back of the vehicle computer.
3. Connect the UPS cable connectors to the connector on the printed
circuit board (PCB) and on the UPS.
4. Place the UPS into the well.
5. Place the UPS/Memory Card door over the UPS and secure using the
eight new screws supplied with the UPS kit.
6. Torque the screws to 9 +/- 0.5 kgf.cm (7.8 ± 0.4 in-lbs).
7. Place the Main Power switch to the on position.
Its takes four hours to fully charge the UPS.
CAUTION Use ESD precautions when installing the UPS.
CAUTION Ensure to torque the screws to seal the device properly.
Otherwise, sealing can be compromised.
Connector on PCB
UPS

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Installing a Memory Card
A memory card (Secure Digital) provides secondary non-volatile storage.
The card holder is located on the back of the VC5090 under the
UPS/Memory Card door.
To install the memory card:
1. Place the Main Power switch on the top of the vehicle computer to the
off position.
2. Remove and discard the eight screws securing the UPS/Memory Card
door.
3. Lift the card holder retaining door.
4. Position the memory card, with the contacts down, into the card
holder. The memory card corner notch fits into the holder only one
way.
5. Snap the retaining door closed.
6. Replace the UPS/Memory Card door and secure using eight new
screws.
7. Torque the screws to 9 +/- 0.5 kgf.cm (7.8 ± 0.4 in-lbs).
8. Place the Main Power switch to the on position.
CAUTION Ensure to torque the screws to seal the device properly.
Otherwise, sealing can be compromised.

Quick Reference Guide 9
Mounting Bracket Installation
Assemble the mounting bracket onto the vehicle computer as shown
below.
Torque cap screws to 276 ± 8.7 kgf.cm (239.6 ± 7.6 in-lbs).
NOTE The vehicle computer and bracket must be firmly secured to a
surface that can support the vehicle computer’s weight.
CAUTION Motorola requires that the supplied mounting bracket be
used when mounting the vehicle computer.
Mounting Bracket
Lock Washer
Flat Washer
Friction Pad
Cap Screw
Friction Pad
Mounting Area

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Installing the VC5090 in a Forklift
Follow the instructions below to properly install the VC5090 in a forklift.
• Determine the best location for mounting the vehicle computer taking
into consideration the driver’s field of view and ease of accessing the
vehicle computer.
• Install the appropriate mounting hardware. The VC5090 ships with
four cap screws (3/8” - 16 - 2”) for securing the mounting bracket. If
the supplied cap screws are not long enough, use 3/8” - 16 - X
stainless steel cap screws where X represents the length in inches of
the required cap screws.
• Connect the vehicle computer to the vehicle’s wiring system.
Positioning the Vehicle Computer
• Position the vehicle computer to ensure proper ventilation around the
device.
• Determine the best position for the vehicle computer and all the
associated components. If a similar vehicle computer was previously
installed, check to see if the position it used is suitable for the
VC5090.
• Test the installation for at least 30 minutes before installing on another
vehicle:
CAUTION A qualified engineer must perform the installation in a
vehicle. Improper installation can injure the operator or
damage the vehicle and/or VC5090.