PMT AS7.P040.100 User manual

TrimLine Vehicle Dock
For Panasonic Toughbook 40 Laptop Computers
User Guide
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Description
PMT Part #
TrimLine Dock for
TB40 Laptop NPT Lite AS7.P040.100
TrimLine Dock for
TB40 Laptop QPT Lite AS7.P040.102
TrimLine Cradle for
TB40 Laptop AS7.P040.104
TrimLine
Dock for TB40 Laptop NPT Full AS7.P040.110
TrimLine
Dock for TB40 Laptop QPT Full AS7.P040.112
This user guide is for the following models:
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General Instructions
SAFETY:
•Safety is dependent on the proper installation and servicing of this docking station. It is important
to read and follow all instructions before installing this product.
•Proper installation requires a good understanding of automotive electrical systems and is
recommended to be performed by qualified technicians only.
•There are no adjustments or user serviceable parts within the docking station. Opening the docking
station will void the product warranty
•Do not install equipment or route wires in the deployment path of any air bag, or where it may
interfere with critical safety or operating controls of any vehicle.
POWER:
•The power input should be 15.0Vdc / 8 A. The dock is meant to operate on 14.5 Vdc to 16 Vdc. Use
a recommended power supply for the dock. Panasonic recommends using a Lind Auto Adapter
(PMT part#: PS001) for this dock.
WIRING:
•PMT does not recommend relying on a cigarette socket adaptor for powering vehicle docks. We
recommend hard wiring the power adapter using a good clean ground direct from the vehicle
battery neg(-) post, and pos(+) supply from a fused 12vdc location also directly from the vehicle
battery. All peripherals connecting to the docking station requiring external power should get
power and ground from the same location as the dock.
•Visit www.precisionmounts.com/support/installation-user-guides.html for a copy of our general
wiring and troubleshooting guide.
Proper Use and Care:
•Proper care and use of this product is critical to maximize safety and to prevent damage to the
docking station and laptop.
•Do not store, place or drag any object on top of the docking station.
•Visually inspect the docking station and laptop for any defect before using the dock or docking the
laptop. Do not use if damaged.
•Do not attempt to dock a computer or dock with wet contacts
Environmental:
•Storage: -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
•Operating: -10°C to 50°C (14°F to 122°F)
SERVICING [ENTRETIEN]:
•If the dock does not work as intended, please contact PMT for troubleshooting or to schedule a
service. [Si le dock ne fonctionne pas comme prévu, contactez PMT pour le dépannage ou pour
planifier un service.]
•Servicing of the dock should be only done by authorized service center personnel. Unauthorized
servicing of the dock will void its warranty. [L'entretien du dock ne doit être effectué que par le
personnel du centre de service autorisé. Un entretien non autorisé du dock annulera sa garantie.]
Product Mounting Disclaimer
Precision Mounting Technologies Ltd (PMT) are not liable under any theory of contract or tort law for any loss,
damage, personal injury, special, incidental or consequential damages for personal injury or other damage of any
nature arising directly or indirectly as a result of the improper installation or use of its products in vehicle or any
other application. In order to safely install and use PMT products full consideration of vehicle occupants, vehicle
systems (i.e., the location of fuel lines, brake lines, electrical, drive train or other systems), air-bags and other safety
equipment is required. PMT specifically disclaims any responsibility for the improper use or installation of its
products not consistent with original vehicle manufactures specifications and recommendations, PMT product
instruction sheets, or workmanship standards as endorsed through PMT policies and EULA.
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Description of Parts and Layout
Lock
Docking Connector Housing
with Shutter Cover
RF pass thru connectors
X4 (optional)
Rear Hooks (x2)
Front View
Note: All pictures used in this guide are of Quad Pass Thru (QPT) “Full” docking station model (Part #
AS7.P040.112). However, processes and information relate to other variants of the same dock
mentioned in previous page.
Front Clamps
(x2)
Front Release
Latch
Mounting Plate
Back Guide Pins x2
Rear Grounding
Pins(x2)
Trigger Pins(x2)
Front Grounding
Pins(x2)
Docking indicator
Side screen support
(optional)
Front USB-C 2.0
port
LED Indicator*
Guide Tabs x3
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*LED Indicator legend:
Solid Green: Laptop docked, and dock has power
Blinking Green: Laptop docked, dock does not have power
No light: Laptop not docked

Description of Parts Continued
Power In
15.0 Vdc
Ethernet
(Gbe)
x2
USB 3.2
HDMI
(optional)
Serial RS232
Rear View (with mounting plate attached)
External Antenna
Connections (SMA) x4
(optional)
USB 2.0 (x2)
Cable Management
Bracket
Mounting Plate
VESA 75mm
¼-20 hardware included
USB-C 3.2*
x2
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*DP Alternate mode (4K60p) available for “Full” docks only.
Only one port can be used for display output at a time, with the port closest to the HDMI port taking priority.
RF antenna pass through connection identification/mapping
CH1 CH2
CH3 CH4
Top
View
Bottom
view SMA
connections
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4

Docking the Laptop
Step 1:
Ensure that the dock is unlocked and unlatched. If locked,
insert key and rotate lock 90 degrees counter-clockwise.
If latched, push the front release latch such that the back
hooks move all the way out. An audible noise will be
heard once fully un-latched
Step 2:
Lead the front of the laptop into the front hooks on the
dock such that the pockets on the laptop line up with the
front hooks. The guide tabs should help align the laptop
as well. Take care while positioning the laptop to ensure
proper alignment and to prevent damage
Step 3:
Push on the back corners of the laptop so that rear hooks
latch*. A click sound should be heard when the rear
hooks latch, and the docking indicator on the front of the
dock will show confirmation if docked correctly
Step 4:
For additional security and theft deterrence, insert and
rotate key 90 degrees clockwise and remove the key to
lock the laptop in the docking station. The laptop is only
fully secure once the key is removed.
Step 5:
(optional) If equipped with a side screen support, gently
position the screen so that the screen support tab rests
against the side of the laptop screen. Adjust screen
support tension with the adjustment knob as needed.
undocked docked
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*Do not force docking if resistance is felt. Stop
and check alignment before proceeding

Undocking the Laptop
Step 1:
Ensure that the dock is unlocked. If locked, insert key
and rotate lock 90 degrees counter-clockwise.
Step 2:
Use your thumb to push in the front release latch on
the front of the dock. This will push the rear clamps
out and the laptop will eject with a small click sound.
Step 3:
Once the laptop ejects, gently pull the laptop out of
the dock. Take care not to drag the laptop or any other
device across the top surface of the dock to prevent
damage to the pins.
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Cable Management & Mounting
Connect all cables securely to dock
connections and use tie straps to secure
cables to the cable management bracket.
Ensure to leave enough slack in wires
exiting the dock so that any positioning
adjustments will not strain the cables or
connections during use.
Use tie straps to secure opposite cable
ends to another suitable location in the
vehicle.
The standard mounting bracket that comes
with the vehicle dock features an industry
standard VESA 75mm bolt pattern. It must
first be removed from the dock by
unscrewing the 4x #10-24 screws attaching it
to the dock. This allows easy mounting to
many pre-existing mounts as well as
dedicated mounts from PMT. Use the
supplied #¼-20 flat head screw and hardware
for attaching the plate to the mount.
Once the mounting plate is attached to your
mount, attach the mounting bracket to the
dock using the four supplied #10-24 UNC
screws as shown above (after attaching the
mounting plate to mount).
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Regulatory Certification Information
Regulatory Model #: AS7.P040.112
PMT Model #'s & Description:
AS7.P040.100 Dock-Toughbook 40 Laptop-No RF Lite
AS7.P040.102 Dock-Toughbook 40 Laptop-Quad RF Lite
AS7.P040.104 Cradle-Toughbook 40 Laptop
AS7.P040.110 Dock-Toughbook 40 Laptop-No RF Full
AS7.P040.112 Dock-Toughbook 40 Laptop-Quad RF Full
Certifications and test standards:
EN ISO / IEC 17050-1:2004
CSA C22.2 NO. 62368-1
UL 62368-1
ICES-003(A) / CISPR 32 / EN 50498
ISO 10605
MIL-STD-810G:CHG1
RoHS(2011/65/EU)
Made in Canada
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions. (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
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1-888-869-7652 | [e-mail]
Precision Mounting Technologies Ltd.
515 58th Ave SE
Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2H 0P7
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