Motorola VC70N0 User manual

VC70N0 Vehicle Computer
Quick Reference Guide
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Warranty
Subject to the terms of Motorola’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 Motorola hardware product warranty
statement, go to: http://www.motorolasolutions.com/warranty.
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Introduction
The VC70 is Motorola’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
•Powering the VC70 On/Off on page 18
•Connecting Accessories on page 22
•Maintenance on page 22
•Troubleshooting on page 25
•Regulatory Information on page 27.
For more information including installation instructions, refer to the VC70
Product Reference Guide, p/n 72-164686-01 available at
http://supportcentral.motorola.com.
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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
Installation
Installing a Micro SD Card
A micro SD (Secure Digital) card provides secondary non-volatile
storage. The card holder is located on the right side of the VC70 under
the Service door.
To install a micro SD card:
1. Open the two screws securing the Service door.
2. Push the memory card, with the contacts up, into the card slot until it
locks.
3. Replace the Service door and secure using two captive screws.
4. Torque the torx head screws to 4.0 + 10% kgf-cm (3.5 ± 10% lbs-in).
CAUTION Ensure to torque the screws to seal the device properly.
Otherwise, sealing can be compromised.
Service Door
Micro SD Card
Memory Card
Slot
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U Mount Installation
Assemble the U mount bracket onto the vehicle computer as shown
below.
Torque the M12x40mm hex head screws to 350 ± 10% kgf-cm (300 ±
10% lbs-in).
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
NOTE The vehicle computer and bracket must be firmly secured to a
surface that can support the vehicle computer’s weight.
CAUTION A qualified engineer must perform the installation in a
vehicle. Improper installation can injure the operator or
damage the vehicle and/or VC70.
U Mount
Lock Washer
Flat Washer
Friction Pad
Hex Head Screw
Friction Pad
Mounting Area
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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.
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 VC70.
• Test the installation for at least 30 minutes before installing on another
vehicle:
-Check that the position of the
vehicle computer does not
adversely obstruct vehicle
controls.
-Check that the vehicle
computer does not adversely
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.
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Avoid Extreme Wrist Angles
Optimum Wrist Position
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Mounting the Vehicle Computer
Forklifts tend to generate very large shock and vibration pulses due to the
hydraulics and the lack of suspension coupled with (usually) very hard wheels.
The mounting bracket provided with the VC70 is designed as an isolator. In order
for it to be effective, the bracket base must be securely mounted to a rigid and
strong structure that fully supports the entire base of the bracket.
Most forklifts have a very rigid and durable chassis and outer body panels but top
facing surfaces may be sheet metal or plastic. These thin sheet metal or plastic
surfaces are not suitable for mounting surfaces due to their non-rigid nature.
Important Fixing Information
• 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.
Mounting Bracket Template
Refer to the VC70N0 Product Reference Guide P/N 72-164686-01 for
mounting template.
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.
CAUTION Any modification to supplied mounting bracket could cause
failure of the unit and/or mountings.
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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
mounting plate must be secured with hardware or to the underside of the
cage by welding.
Nuts
Lock Washers
Allen Head
Screws
Vehicle Cross-Beam
U Mount
Flat Washers
Lock Washers
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Mounting on Flat Overhead Beams
Mounting on Transverse Overhead Beams
Customer Supplied
Mounting Plate
Nuts
Lock Washers
Allen Head
Screws
U Mount
Flat Washers
Flat Washers
Lock Washers
Customer Supplied
Mounting Plate
Welded to Beams
Nuts
Lock Washers
Allen Head
Screws
U Mount
Flat Washers
Flat Washers
Lock 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.
Routing Electrical Cables
• Establish a neat route for the cable, staying clear of moving parts or
hot surfaces whenever possible.
• Fix the cable to existing cable runs inside the vehicle using cable ties,
but make sure they are away from any moving or hot surfaces.
• When the cabling must go through a panel, use a suitable gland.
• When fixing the conduit or cable on the outside of a vehicle, use
P-Clips. Either drill and tap the hole or use a nut and bolt to secure the
clip.
• Ensure the cable does not have tight bends. The minimum
recommended radius is 63.5mm (2.5"). Do not allow the power cable
to bend against mounting hardware. Use the optional right angled DC
power cable.
• Ensure cables do not swing or chafe on the structure. This often
requires using cable ties approximately every foot, and ensuring the
cables do not flex often, especially where they connect to the VC70.
However, if you must re-position the VC70 occasionally, ensure there
CAUTION If mounting to a thin surface, a reinforcing plate is required.
Nuts
Lock Washers
Allen Head
Screws
U Mount
Mounting
Surface
Flat Washers
Flat Washers
Lock Washers
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is enough slack in the cable to accommodate movement without
putting tension on the cable.
• DO NOT wind a cable in and out of the mesh on a cage.
• On electric vehicles, take the power from as close to the battery as
possible, but not directly from the battery terminals, and not before
any main fuse.
• On gasoline, diesel or propane vehicles, take the power from as close
to the battery terminals as possible, and avoid using existing wiring.
• Ensure that all fuses are as close as possible to the power source.
Internal Combustion Engine Forklifts
• All power wiring must use the supplied power cable.
• Fuses:
-one 3AB, 15A, 250V, FST BLO fuse - 9-60V DC
-one 3AB, 6A, 250V, FST BLO fuse - 36-96V DC.
• Keep the path between the battery and the vehicle computer as short
as possible, and away from any part of the ignition high tension
system.
You can use your old VC5090 power cable. When employing this option,
use VC5090 Bridge Cable, PN 25-159553-01. You must also replace the
fuses on the red and black wires of the old cable with the new fuses
supplied with the bridge cable kit.
VC70
15A Fuse 9-60V DC
6A Fuse 36-96V DC
Ignition Switch
Power Cable
25-15951-01
9-60V DC
25-15951-02
36-96V DC
Red
Yellow
Black
Important: If your vehicle is not equipped with
an ignition switch, connect the yellow wire
directly to the vehicle’s positive source. Failure to
comply, will not enable the computer operation.
Vehicle
Battery
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Electric Forklifts
Connecting the Power Cable
1. Disconnect the vehicle battery.
2. Connect the red wire to the vehicle's positive power source. Connect
the black wire to the vehicle's negative power source.
3. Connect the yellow wire to the vehicle's positive power source.
4. Ensure the wiring connections created are sufficiently insulated from
each other.
5. Re-connect the vehicle battery.
6. Connect the power cable connector into the vehicle computer's Power
port.
Installing the VC70 on a Cart, a Wall, or a Desktop
To mount the vehicle computer on a cart, a wall, or a desktop:
1. Install the mounting bracket to the desktop using four cap screws,
eight washers and four nuts.
NOTE See the vehicle Owner's Manual for specific wiring
information.
NOTE See the vehicle Owner's Manual for specific wiring
information.
CAUTION If mounting to a thin surface such as drywall or plywood, a
reinforcing plate is required.
NOTE 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.
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2. Insert the DC power cable into the DC connector on the universal
power supply.
3. Plug the other end of the cable into the vehicle computer’s power port.
4. Insert the AC line cord into the AC connector on the universal power
supply.
5. Plug the other end of the AC power cable into a wall outlet.
NOTE When using the optional AC power supply, the vehicle
computer operating temperature range is 50°F to 104°F (10°C
to 40°C).
Nuts
Lock Washers
Allen Head
Screws U Mount
Mounting
Surface
Flat Washers
Flat Washers
Lock Washers
DC Power Cable
(25-71920-01R)
Universal Power Supply
(PWRS-14000-241R
)
AC Line Cord (3-wire grounded)
Power Port
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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.
Keyboard
Tray
6 Screws with
captive washers
Locking Knob
Left Mounting Arm
Torx Head Screws
with Flat and Lock
Washers
Lock Washer
Flat Washer
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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.
7. Plug the keyboard cable into one of the USB connectors and carefully
screw the locking screws using a flat head screw driver.
USB Connector
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Installing the External Roof-mounted Antenna
For general antenna installation instructions refer to the Installation
Guide supplied with the antenna.
Powering the VC70 On/Off
To power on, place the Main Power switch on the top of the VC70 to the
on ( | ) position.
To power off, place the Main Power switch on the top of the VC70 to the
off ( O ) position.
WARNING!The antenna must be installed in a location that will ensure
a distance of at least 8” (20cm) between the antenna and
any bystander.
IMPORTANT If not installed on a metal roof, the antenna must
be installed in the middle of a flat metal surface (minimum
size 2.56” (65 mm)x2.56” (65 mm)).
NOTE Only use the Main Power switch when removing power
completely from the VC70. The power switch cover door
can be safely removed without affecting the unit seal in case
the user prefer to switch the unit off completely.
Sharkfin Antenna
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Use the Power button on the Quick Access Panel to place the VC70 into
Suspend mode or wake the VC70 from Suspend mode.
This is usually enough to conserve battery power while the VC70 is idle
during off time in normal operation.
Main Power Switch
Power Button
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Charging the Internal Backup Battery
After installing the VC70, leave it powered on for 6 hours to fully charge
the internal backup battery. Note that the VC70 can charge the backup
battery while in Suspend mode, but not if power is turned Off with the
power switch.
The internal battery provides up to 30 minutes of VC70 operation with
reduced functionality (no heaters, USB, Serial, Ethernet, external
speaker interfaces and dimmed display backlight, and lower internal
speaker volume) to enable forklift battery replacement when drained.
Backup battery will also maintain the RAM memory for 72 hours when
fully charged. The data in the Flash memory or Flash file system is not
affected by the state of charge.
Calibrating the Touch Screen
The VC70 prompts you to calibrate the touch screen when you first
power on the VC70 or after a cold-boot.
1. Carefully touch and hold the center of each target. Repeat as the
target moves around the screen.
2. Tap the screen to accept the settings when the calibration is complete.
Controlling Screen Brightness
There are five levels of screen brightness. To adjust the brightness of the
screen, press the Brightness button on the Quick Access Panel. The
amber Function LED lights indicating that the VC70 is in the backlight
control mode. Press the P1 (+) button to increase the brightness or the
P2 (-) button to decrease the brightness. Press the Brightness ( )
button to exit this mode (or after five seconds of inactivity the VC70
automatically returns to normal operation).
CAUTION Do not use sharp objects when touching the screen. Use
your finger tip or a stylus when touching the screen.
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