Motorola VC70N0 User manual

VC70N0 Vehicle Computer
Quick Reference Guide

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Zebra reserves the right to make changes to any product to improve
reliability, function, or design.
Zebra does not assume any product liability arising out of, or in
connection with, the application or use of any product, circuit, or
application described herein.
No license is granted, either expressly or by implication, estoppel, or
otherwise under any patent right or patent, covering or relating to any
combination, system, apparatus, machine, material, method, or process
in which Zebra products might be used. An implied license exists only for
equipment, circuits, and subsystems contained in Zebra products.
Warranty
Subject to the terms of Zebra’s hardware warranty statement, the VC70
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 Zebra hardware product warranty statement,
go to: http://www.zebra.com/warranty

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Introduction
The VC70 is Zebra’s ultra-rugged forklift mounted computer. It is
designed to maximize productivity in harsh environments. Its rugged
construction and high-performance wireless networking enables
real-time data access and collection in a wide range of environments —
from the loading dock and freezer to the warehouse.
The VC70’s compact design improves visibility and reduces safety
concerns while retaining large screen size (10.4”). Its 802.11 a/b/g/n
WLAN provides real-time information that improves decision making,
reduces errors, and enhances productivity. Its rugged design with
integrated shock-mount and MIL-STD 810 military rating for shock and
vibration ensures dependable operation in challenging environments. Its
IP66 sealing, display, defroster and wide temperature range ensure
operation in and out of -30oC freezer storage warehouse.
With its high-resolution and high-brightness display, the VC70 provides
the user access to more information in low ambient light warehouse and
outdoors. The VC70 accessories allow backward compatibility with the
VC5090 for easy and gradual migration.
About This Guide
This guide contains the following:
•Features on page 4
•Unpacking on page 5
•Installation on page 5
•Electrical Power Wiring on page 33
•Powering the VC70 On/Off on page 37
•Connecting Accessories on page 41
•Maintenance on page 42
•Troubleshooting on page 45
•Regulatory Information on page 46.
For more information including installation instructions, refer to the VC70
Product Reference Guide, p/n 72-164686-xx available at
http://www.zebra.com/support.

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Features
Antenna Port for Optional External Antenna
Display Internal Speaker
COMM LED
Charging LED
Power Button
Function LED
Brightness Key
Speaker, P4 Key
Keyboard, P3 Key
-, P2 Key
+, P1 Key
Ambient Light Sensor
Power
COM2 + CAN-bus
COM1
Microphone External Speaker
Ethernet
USB 1
USB 2
Bottom Connectors

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Unpacking
The following items are contained in the box:
• VC70 vehicle computer
• This guide.
Optional Accessories
• Scanners (corded and wireless) and scanner cables
• External speaker
• DC and AC power supplies and cables
• External keyboards - QWERTY, AZERTY or numeric with mounting
kits
• VC5090 Keyboard with adapter kit
Installation
This section describes how to install the vehicle computer in a vehicle or
on a desktop and connecting the vehicle computer to a power source.
There are different installation options depending on the type of vehicle.
This chapter also describes how to install the various accessories for the
vehicle computer. Read all of the following instructions before you begin.
WARNING!The vehicle computer and bracket must be firmly
secured to a surface that can support the vehicle
computer’s weight.
CAUTION A competent engineer must perform the installation in
a vehicle. Improper installation can damage your
vehicle and/or the VC70.
Do not install the vehicle computer in a location that
will affect vehicle safety, drivability, or visibility.
NOTE All bolts and screws used for installing the VC70 are metric
type with T7 to T30 TORX head.

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Installing the VC70 on a Forklift
Follow the instructions below to properly install the VC70 on 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 VC70 ships with four
No. 8 Allen head screws (M10x50mm) for securing the mounting
bracket. If the supplied cap screws are not long enough, use M10 - X
stainless steel Allen head screws where X represents the length in
millimeters of the required screws.
• Connect the vehicle computer to the vehicle’s wiring system.
CAUTION A competent engineer must perform the installation in
a vehicle. Improper installation can injure the operator
and damage your vehicle and/or the VC70.

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Mounting the Vehicle Computer
• 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 VC70.
• Test the installation for at least 30 minutes before installing on another
vehicle. Record all details:
-Check that the position of the vehicle computer does not obstruct
vehicle controls.
-Check that the vehicle computer does not obstruct the driver's view.
-Check the position of the vehicle computer for user comfort over
long periods.
-Check positioning to avoid extreme wrist angles that may cause
injury.
View Obstruction

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Avoid Extreme Wrist Angles
Optimum Wrist Positions

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U Mount Installation
The U Mount (P/N: KT-U-MOUNT-VC70-R) for is used for replacing a
mounted VC5090 with the VC70.
• Mounting surface must be flat and stiff and it must extend evenly for
the entire length of the mounting bracket surface.
• All four mounting holes must be used.
• All nuts and bolts must be checked periodically and tightened if
required.
• When installing the vehicle computer, care must be taken to ensure
that the mounting bracket footprint is fully supported. Additional plates
may be required to achieve this.
Do not mount the vehicle computer with the mounting bracket
perpendicular to a wall.
Use the following figure U-Mount Installation to mount the VC70.
To install the U-mount to the VC70:
1. Position the friction pads in the friction pad mounting area.
2. Position the U-mount over the mounting holes.
3. Place lock and flat washers onto cap screws.
CAUTION Any modification to supplied mounting bracket could
cause failure of the unit and/or mountings.
Drill Holes: 10.1 mm ± 0.1 mm (0.43 ± 0.004 in). 25.40 ± 0.10 mm
1.00 ±0.004 in.
160.00 ± 0.20 mm (6.299 ± 0.008 in).

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Screw the M12x40mm hex head screws into mounting holes and tighten.
Torque the hex head screws 350 ± 10% kgf-cm (300 ± 10% lbs-in).
U Mount
Flat Washer
Lock Washer
Friction Pad
Hex Head Screw
Friction Pad Mounting Area

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Mounting onto an Over-Head Cross-Beam Example
The diagram below illustrates a typical installation where the vehicle
computer is mounted onto a cross-beam.
Nuts
Flat Washers
Allen Head Screws
Vehicle Cross-Beam
U-mount
Lock Washers
Lock Washers
Flat Washers

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Mounting onto an Over-Head Cage Example
The diagrams below illustrates a typical installation where the vehicle
computer is mounted on an overhead cage. A customer supplied
mounting plate must be used that can withstand the weight of the vehicle
computer under vibration and shock. The plate must be made of
stainless steel or hardened steel with the following dimensions: 3.0 in.
(76.0 mm) wide, 8.66 in. (220.0 mm) long and 0.2 in. (5.0 mm) thick. The
plate must be secured with hardware or to the underside of the cage by
welding.
Customer Supplied Mounting Plate or Customer
Supplied Mounting Plate Welded to Beams
Nuts
Flat Washers
Allen Head Screws
U-mount
Lock Washers
Lock Washers
Flat Washers

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Mounting on a Dashboard or Horizontal Surface Example
The diagram below illustrates a typical installation where the vehicle
computer is mounted on a dashboard or horizontal flat surface.
NOTE If mounting to a thin surface, a reinforcing plate maybe
required.
Nuts
Lock Washers
Allen Head Screws
U-mount
Mounting Surface
Flat Washers
Lock
Washers
Flat Washers

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Installing the Optional QWERTY/AZERTY Keyboard
The keyboard kit contains the following items:
• Keyboard
• Right and left mounting arms
• Four Torx head screws with flat and lock washers
• Six screws with captive flat and lock washers (for keyboard fastening)
• Two locking knobs, two flat washers and two lock washers.
1. Position the keyboard on the tray and fasten six M4x10mm screws.
2. Attach the left and right mounting arms to both sides of the VC70,
using the M5x14mm Torx head screws with flat and lock washers.
Only tighten the cap screws three turns.
6 Screws with captive washers
Tray
Keyboard

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3. Insert the keyboard locking knobs through the washers and brackets
and screw into the keyboard tray. Tighten fully to lock into place.
4. Torque the mounting arms Torx head screws to 40 + 10% kgf-cm (35 +
10% lbs-in).
5. To adjust keyboard tray position, loosen the right and left locking
knobs two full turns and rotate the keyboard tray to the desired
position. The keyboard tray snaps into possible positions as it is
rotated.
6. Tighten the keyboard tray locking knobs to secure the tray in position.
Left Mounting Arm
Torx Head Screws with
Flat and Lock Washers
Flat Washer
Lock Washer
Locking Knob

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7. Plug the keyboard cable into one of the USB connectors and carefully
tighten the thumbscrews.
Installing an Optional VC5090 Keyboard on VC70
You can install the VC5090 keyboard on the VC70 using the keyboard
adapter kit (PN KT-VC50KYBD-ADPT-R).
The kit contains the following items:
• Two spacers with screws and washers
• Adapter cable
1. Attach the keyboard spacers to both sides of the VC70 using 2
M5x14mm Torx head screws with captive washers for each spacer.
Tork the screws to 20 + 5% kgf-cm (17 + 5% lbs-in).
CAUTION Do not use tools to secure connector thumbscrews. Only
tighten thumbscrews by hand.
NOTE When using the VC5090 keyboards, the integrated keyboard
heater is not supported.
USB Connector

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2. Attach the VC5090 keyboard brackets (part of the VC5090 keyboard
assembly) to both sides of the VC70, using the cap screws with
captive washers. Only tighten the cap screws three turns.
3. Insert the keyboard locking knobs through the washers and brackets
and screw into the keyboard. Tighten fully to lock into place.
4. Torque the bracket cap screws to 230 kgf-cm (200 lbs-in).
5. Connect the VC5090 keyboard cable to the supplied adapter cable.
VC70
VC70 Spacer
VC5090 Keyboard
Left Hand
Bracket
Torx Head Sc r ews
Locking Knob with Flat and Lock Washers
Cap Screws

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6. Connect the USB connector of the adapter cable into one of the VC70
USB connectors and carefully tighten the thumbscrews.
Installing a Numeric Keyboard
The Numeric keyboard is installed using the following items:
• numeric keyboard mount with all required screws for attaching the
keyboard to the mount and the mount to the vehicle computer
1. Attach the numeric keyboard to the mount, using six M4x10mm Torx
head screws with captive washers.
2. Torque the numeric keyboard Torx head screws to 8 + 10% kgf-cm (7
+ 10% lbs-in).
CAUTION Do not use tools to secure connector thumbscrews. Only
tighten thumbscrews by hand.
NOTE The Numeric Keyboard can be installed on both sides of
the Numeric Keyboard Mount.
Connect the VC5090 Keyboard Cable here
Connect to a VC70 USB Connector
VC5090 Adapter Cable

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3. Attach the numeric keyboard mount to the VC70, using four
M5x14mm Torx head screws with captive washers.Tighten the
screws.
4. Torque the numeric keyboard Torx head screws to 20 + 10% kgf-cm
(17 + 10% lbs-in).
6 Torx Head Screws
with captive washers
Numeric Keyboard
Numeric Keyboard Mount

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5. Connect the numeric keyboard to a free USB connector and carefully
tighten the thumbscrews.
CAUTION Do not use tools to secure connector thumbscrews. Only
tighten thumbscrews by hand.
4 Torx Head Screws with
Captive Washers
Numeric Keyboard Numeric Keyboard Connector
Installing the Mount on the VC70