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© Copyright 2008, ÅKERSTRÖMS Trux AB

The contents of this document may be changed without prior notice and therefore cannot be considered binding for ÅKERSTRÖMS Trux AB.

ÅKERSTRÖMS Trux AB is not liable for errors that might appear in this document.

Under no circumstances can ÅKERSTRÖMS Trux AB be held liable for damages arising from use of this document or from the hardware and software that is described herein.

The software described in this document is supplied with a license and may be used, copied, or distributed only according to the conditions of this license.

This document may not be reproduced, copied, or in any other way duplicated, in whole or in part, except for personal use, without the written consent of ÅKERSTRÖMS Trux AB.

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All other trademarks in this documentation are registered by respective owner in their respective countries.

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Table of Contents

 

1

About this manual........................................................................................

7

1.1

 

Who should read this manual.................................................................

7

1.2

 

Notices......................................................................................................

8

1.3

 

How to use this manual...........................................................................

8

1.3.1

 

Prerequisites..............................................................................................

8

1.3.2

 

Explanation of symbols..............................................................................

8

2

Safety ............................................................................................................

9

2.1

 

Assuring personal safety ........................................................................

9

2.2

 

Product safety..........................................................................................

9

2.2.1

 

Electrical supply.........................................................................................

9

2.2.2

 

Humidity, moisture, cold, and heat.............................................................

9

2.2.3

 

Interference................................................................................................

9

2.2.4

 

Vibrations...................................................................................................

9

3

Product description ...................................................................................

11

3.1

 

Function and design..............................................................................

11

3.2

 

Usage areas............................................................................................

11

3.3

 

Basic product structure ........................................................................

11

3.4

 

Tx700 series ...........................................................................................

13

3.4.1

 

Tx700 Wireless Application Platform .......................................................

13

3.4.2

 

Tx700 Wireless Client Terminal ...............................................................

13

3.4.3

 

Peripherals...............................................................................................

13

4

Product installation....................................................................................

15

4.1

 

Mounting the unit...................................................................................

15

4.1.1

 

Mounting Brackets ...................................................................................

15

4.2

 

Installing electrical components ..........................................................

17

4.2.1

 

Connecting electrical cables to power sources ........................................

17

4.2.2

 

Enabling the screen black-out function ....................................................

18

4.3

 

Settings...................................................................................................

19

4.3.1

 

Using the Trux Computer Manager application........................................

19

4.3.2

 

Configuring the battery backup function (UPS)........................................

19

4.3.3

 

Adjusting start-up and shutdown settings ................................................

19

4.3.4

 

Configuring power supply to peripherals..................................................

19

4.3.5

 

Battery charge function............................................................................

19

4.3.6

 

Black-out screen function.........................................................................

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4.4

 

Installing peripherals.............................................................................

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4.4.1

Ports for connection of peripherals ..........................................................

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4.4.2

Supplying power to peripherals ................................................................

22

4.4.3

Connecting keyboards and pointing devices ............................................

22

4.4.4

Installing printers ......................................................................................

22

4.4.5

Installing bar code readers .......................................................................

22

4.4.6

Connecting GPS and GSM/GPRS products ............................................

23

4.4.7

Audio Out .................................................................................................

24

4.4.8

Mic In .......................................................................................................

24

4.4.9

Installing aerials .......................................................................................

24

5

Using the product ......................................................................................

25

5.1

Operating the computer ........................................................................

25

5.1.1

Starting the computer ...............................................................................

25

5.1.2

Turning off the computer ..........................................................................

25

5.2

Working with the touch screen .............................................................

25

5.2.1

Using the stylus to select screen objects .................................................

25

5.2.2

Adjusting screen brightness .....................................................................

26

5.2.3

LED indications ........................................................................................

26

6

Maintaining the product ............................................................................

27

6.1

Cleaning the screen ...............................................................................

27

6.2

Checking connections ...........................................................................

27

6.3

Service ....................................................................................................

27

7

Troubleshooting .........................................................................................

29

7.1

Problems with the computer .................................................................

29

7.1.1

The computer will not start .......................................................................

29

7.1.2

The screen is blank ..................................................................................

29

7.2

Problems with peripherals ....................................................................

29

7.2.1

Keyboard/mouse ......................................................................................

29

7.2.2

Communication ........................................................................................

29

Appendix

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31

I ........................................................................................

Specifications

31

II ............................................................................................

Port signals

32

III ..................................................................

Technical recommendation

35

IV ...........................................................

Environmental care information

36

V ............................................................................................

Certification

37

VI .............................................................

Warranty, support and service

40

VII .................................................................................................

Batteries

41

VIII ....................................................

Français Avertissement et emarque

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Illustrations

 

Figure 1 Basic product structure ......................................................................................................................

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Figure 2 Different types of Tx700 brackets .....................................................................................................

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Figure 3 Templates for RAM Ball ...................................................................................................................

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Figure 4 Connection for power supply.............................................................................................................

17

Figure 5

Ports for connecting peripherals ........................................................................................................

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Figure 6

Aerial Outlets.....................................................................................................................................

24

Figure 7

On/Off Button....................................................................................................................................

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Figure 8

Increase or Decrease button, LED’s ..................................................................................................

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About this manual

1 About this manual

This manual covers these topics related to installation, startup, operation, and maintenance of Åkerströms Trux AB, Tx700:

Safety considerations

General product information

Product installation procedures

Product use and maintenance

Troubleshooting

The appendices provide this reference information: technical specifications; port signals; environmental considerations; fulfillment of EU and US compliance regulations; warranty, support, and service; and Åkerströms Trux AB addresses and phone numbers.

1.1Who should read this manual

Use this manual if you are responsible for installing, setting in operation, maintaining, or repairing Trux Solutions; it provides information you need for mechanical and electrical installation of Åkerströms Trux AB, Tx700 and configuration of basic functions.

You must:

Be very familiar with mechanical, electrical, and computer installations.

Have experience with computers and knowledge of the operating system that will run on the computer.

The manual does not describe how to install and use the operating system or applications.

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1.2Notices

This manual describes the product’s basic design and main procedures for installing, operating, and maintaining the product. Deviation might exist between information in this manual and the appearance and functions in the delivered product because of differences in hardware and software versions.

When product updates affect functions and security, recent, relevant, updated information is available from Åkerströms Trux AB.

1.3How to use this manual

To . . .

Read chapter . . .

Prepare for electrical installation

2.

Safety

Prepare for product installation

3.

Product description

Install Åkerströms Tx700

4.

Product installation

Operate Tx700

5.

Using the product

Keep the product in good shape

6.

Maintaining the product

Solve problems

7.

Troubleshooting

1.3.1Prerequisites

To perform some tasks listed above, you’ll need:

The Trux Computer Manager application, which comes with Tx700.

Åkerströms Trux AB or other manufacturers’ documentation related to options and peripherals.

Manufacturers’ product documentation for the:

Operating system and other applications

Global positioning system (GPS)

Global system for mobile communication (GSM)

General packet radio service (GPRS)

1.3.2Explanation of symbols

This manual contains these symbols, abbreviations, and terms:

Symbol Heading Description

Warning!

Warns about risk of damage to people or property. Always follow the

instructions provided in conjunction with this symbol.

 

 

 

Note!

Calls your attention to problems that may arise if a measure is not taken or is

taken incorrectly.

 

 

 

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Safety

2 Safety

2.1Assuring personal safety

Keep this information in mind:

Always exercise caution when working with electricity.

2.2Product safety

2.2.1Electrical supply

You must:

Fit the computers with an external fuse before connecting to the recommended voltage

Connect the computers to the recommended voltage; if they are connected to another voltage, then the product can be destroyed or its operation put at risk; see 4.2.1

Design the external electrical system so that voltage peaks do not occur in the electrical supply to the computer.

2.2.2Humidity, moisture, cold, and heat

Install the product in an environment as described in Appendix I, Specifications. If environmental requirements are not met, the product can be destroyed or its function put at risk.

Never turn on the computer unless the environmental conditions are within the specified limits (see Appendix I, Specifications). For example, ensure that the computer is turned on before you drive into a cold storage unit.

2.2.3Interference

Ensure that:

Any nearby electrical cabling (mains supply) is run so that interference does not occur.

The immediate environment meets requirements stated in the specified standards (see Appendix IV) with regard to interference.

2.2.4Vibrations

Mount the computer so that any vibrations that are transmitted to it do not exceed the limits at which the computer was tested (see Appendix I, Specifications). If the vibrations exceed these limits, use rubber pads or other insulation.

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Product description

3 Product description

3.1Function and design

Åkerströms Trux AB designed and developed Tx700 for mounting on mobile or stationary units. Rugged design, intense screen brightness, and exceptional reliability make Tx700 suitable for demanding environments in which vehicles such as forklifts, forestry machines, and trucks operate.

Tx700 is based on a standard PC platform that enables use of most types of software adapted for Windows XP Professional or Windows XP Embedded.

Tx700 is a stand alone computer or a thin client that requires an application server.

The model is equipped with Pentium M or Celeron M processor, built-in hard disk, battery backup function, and UPS function that prevent the computer from being turned off during short power supply interruptions, to ensure that data is not lost.

Tx700 is available with several options and peripherals that are described in this manual.

3.2Usage areas

Your operation can use Tx700 for mobile and fixed applications. Typical usage areas include:

Computers mounted on forklifts that operate within a warehouse and communicate via a wireless network.

Trucks that contain software for global positioning system (GPS) navigation, routes, maps, and picking lists.

Forestry machines that contain software for GPS navigation, maps, and felling instructions.

3.3Basic product structure

Position

See Figure 1 on the following page

 

 

1

Connection for external aerial

 

 

2

Power supply

 

 

3

COM2 (serial port 2)

 

 

4

COM1 (serial port 1)

 

 

5

Keyboard/mouse

 

 

6

RJ-45 10/100 LAN

 

 

7

1 х USB 2.0 (USB 1.1 CE)

 

 

8

Connection for multi purpose usage

 

 

9

Audio Out 3.5 mm

 

 

10

Mic In 3.5 mm

 

 

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Figure 1 Basic product structure

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3.4Tx700 series

3.4.1Tx700 Wireless Application Platform

Åkerströms Tx700 Wireless Application Platform is developed for companies that want total versatility and need powerful computers that enable several heavy applications to run simultaneously.

The Tx700 Wireless Application Platform comes in various configurations to meet your requirements. You select operating system, processor and primary memory, based on the types and numbers of applications that you run at the same time.

3.4.2Tx700 Wireless Client Terminal

Åkerströms Tx700 Wireless Client Terminal is developed for companies that have stringent safety demands and want genuine, robust, thin clients for running various client server applications.

The Tx700 Wireless Client Terminal is a robust client, adapted for client/server environments. It comes with Windows XP Embedded, which enables total control of the user environment. Users only have access to functions needed for doing their jobs.

3.4.3Peripherals

You can order the peripherals listed below when (or after) you order the computer. The Section column lists the sections in this manual that describe how you should install the peripherals. For information on use, refer to the documentation that accompanies the product.

Go to www.akerstroms.com to display a complete list of peripherals or order the list from Åkerströms Trux AB.

Peripheral

Section

 

 

Keyboard

4.4.3

 

 

Mouse

4.4.3

 

 

Printer

4.4.4

 

 

Bar-code reader

4.4.5

 

 

GPS

4.4.6

 

 

GSM/GPRS-system

4.4.6

 

 

Audio Out

4.4.7

 

 

Mic In

4.4.8

 

 

Aerials

4.4.9

 

 

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Product installation

4 Product installation

4.1Mounting the unit

Tx700 is intended to be mounted so that operators can easily perform tasks while in the vehicle.

When positioning the computer on the vehicle, carefully account for operators’ working situations. An ergonomically correct installation, with an optimal field of vision, greatly facilitates the operators’ work.

Before installation, ensure that all the environmental requirements are met. Appendix I, Specifications, lists these requirements.

4.1.1Mounting Brackets

You can order several different types of brackets for the Tx700. The brackets have built-in shock absorption and can move in all directions. The arms come in three lengths, for 1,5” ball: 95 mm (3 ¾”),

154 mm (6”), 233 mm (9 214”) and three lengths for 2,25” ball: 128 mm (5”), 213 mm (8 25”), 328 mm (13.”).

Do not change the original screws that the brackets are mounted with. Screws that are too long can damage the computer’s electronics.

Figure 2 Different types of Tx700 brackets

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1Check that the planned location of the computer meets ergonometric and field-of-vision requirement.

2Ensure there is sufficient space underneath the computer so that service can be performed. There must be space to connect and disconnect the wires from the ports.

3Mark the positions of the holes on the mounting surface. See Figure 3 below.

Location of holes for 1,5” ball

3 + 1 hole, 08 mm

Location of holes for 2,25” ball Figure 3 Templates for RAM Ball

4Drill holes for the attachment screws.

5Firmly fasten the computer’s bracket onto the mounting surface with the screws.

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4.2Installing electrical components

Always exercise caution when working with electricity.

4.2.1Connecting electrical cables to power sources

The Tx700 comes with a four-meter, fourwired power cable; brown for positive and white for negative, and 2 conductors; yellow and green, to enable the screen black-out function (if selected), see 4.2.2. Connect the brown part of this cable to positive and the white part to negative on the power source (DC/DC converter), and fuse it according to these specifications shown below:

Specifications for electrical supply

Voltage

12 VDC ± 10% always use insulated DC/DC transformers

 

 

 

 

 

Power

50 W

 

 

 

 

 

Fuse

6 A (slow blow fuse)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If the vehicle’s negative is not the same as the vehicle’s chassis, then you must mount the computer on rubber pads.

Then connect the power cable to the computer’s power supply outlet; see Figure 4.

Never connect power to pins 5 or 6, which are for the screen’s black-out function described in section 4.2.2.

Figure 4 Connection for power supply

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4.2.2Enabling the screen black-out function

The power supply chassis connector contains two pins that are dedicated to dimming the screen for example when the vehicle is set in motion (when the gas pedal is pressed). The screen then lights up when the vehicle stops (when the gas pedal is released).

Connect pins 5 (green conductor) and 6 (yellow conductor) to the vehicle’s gas pedal relay via a galvanically (electrically) isolated, open/close relay contact.

If the screen’s black-out function is not selected and installed, isolate the end of the green and yellow parts in the open end of the cable.

You can set this function in the Trux Computer Manager application; see 4.3.1.

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4.3Settings

4.3.1Using the Trux Computer Manager application

To configure certain Tx700 functions you can use the Trux Computer Manager, which is installed in the computers before shipping.

1Start the Control Panel from the Settings option on the Start menu.

2Double-click on the Trux icon.

The first window displays information about the application’s ID, version and release date. You might need this information when you contact Åkerströms Trux AB support department.

Only experienced (IT) employees should use the Trux Computer Manager because incorrect settings can have undesired effects on some functions.

4.3.2Configuring the battery backup function (UPS)

Tx700 has a unique, in-house developed system for battery backup (UPS) if temporary power-supply interruptions occur.

Use the Trux Computer Manager to specify values for:

When the system should react to a power shortage

The degree to which monitor brightness should decrease

When the system should try to shut down the computer

Refer to the Trux Computer Manager for a more detailed description of how to configure the battery backup function.

4.3.3Adjusting start-up and shutdown settings

Depending on the environment in which Tx700 is used, the nature of the power supply and prevailing environmental conditions, you might have to adjust the ways in which start-up and shutdown will occur.

For example, using the Trux Computer Manager, you can specify whether the computer can be started from battery power when the incoming power supply is connected. You can also configure the system to shut down the computer in different situations.

Refer to the Trux Computer Manager for a detailed description of available settings.

4.3.4Configuring power supply to peripherals

Some peripherals require power from the computer’s COM or Multi Purpose ports. You can configure Tx700 so that power is supplied from pin 9 on the COM port and/or from pin 5 on the Multi Purpose port.

Refer to the Trux Computer Manager for information on how the power supply at the ports is activated.

4.3.5Battery charge function

The battery charge function can be alternate, only under operation or even when the computer is turned off or standby.

To change the battery charge function, refer to the Trux Computer Manager.

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4.3.6Black-out screen function

The black-out screen (dim) function is not activated at delivery. About function and connection see 4.2.2. To activate this function, refer to the Trux Computer Manager.

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4.4Installing peripherals

Åkerströms Trux AB offers peripherals that facilitate use of Tx700. If you order peripherals with the computer, then all drivers are pre-installed. If you order them later or from a supplier other than Åkerströms Trux AB, you might have to install the drivers; if so, refer to the peripheral’s documentation.

4.4.1 Ports for connection of peripherals

Position see figure below

1

Connection for external aerial

 

 

2

Power supply

 

 

3

COM2 (serial port 2) Yellow light indicates 12V out from pin 9

 

 

4

COM1 (serial port 1) Green light indicates 5V out from pin 9

 

 

5

Keyboard/mouse

 

 

6

RJ-45 10/100 LAN

 

 

7

1 х USB 2.0

 

 

8

Connection for multi purpose usage

 

 

9

Audio Out 3.5 mm

 

 

10

Mic In 3.5 mm

 

 

Figure 5 Ports for connecting peripherals

The following section describes function and use of the ports.

After peripherals are connected, the cables are to be assembling by cable straps.

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4.4.2Supplying power to peripherals

Some peripherals require power from the computer’s COM or Multi Purpose port, for example a bar-code reader or an illuminated keyboard.

You can configure the Tx700 as follows:

12 V power is supplied from pin 9 on the COM 2 port.

5 V power is supplied from pin 9 on the COM 1 port.

12 V power is supplied from pin 5 on the Multi purpose port (see Appendix II, Port signals). Peripherals, with maximum power consumption of 300 mA, can then be supplied from these ports.

Use the Trux Computer Manager to configure activation of the power supply; see 4.3.4.

4.4.3Connecting keyboards and pointing devices

Tx700 supports USB and PS/2-compatible keyboards and mice.

Connect keyboards and pointing devices to the computer’s keyboard port; see Figure 5, pos. 5. Note that some require an adapter and others must be configured. Follow the instructions for the type of keyboard that you have.

PS/2-compatible keyboards and mice

1Connect the PS/2 adapter (included) to the keyboard port on the computer; see Figure 5, position #5.

2Connect the PS/2 connections from the keyboard to the adapter.

4.4.4Installing printers

You can install printers via the:

COM port; see Figure 5, pos. 3 or 4

USB port; see Figure 5, pos. 7

For more information, refer to the printer’s documentation.

4.4.5Installing bar code readers

Use this installation procedure for all bar code readers that Åkerströms Trux AB supplies for Tx700:

1Connect the barcode reader to the COM port; see Figure 5, position #3 or #4.

2Activate the power supply on the COM port according to the instructions in the Trux Computer Manager (4.3.4) documentation.

To convert the signals from the scanner to keystrokes, you can use the FreeFloat WLinq software. WLinq listens for signals at the COM port and converts these to the corresponding key that is sent to the active application.

WLinq comes with all bar code readers from Åkerströms Trux AB. You can also order WLinq separately.

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4.4.6Connecting GPS and GSM/GPRS products

You connect GPS and GSM/GPRS products to the computer’s COM port; these products usually require power supply from the computer.

1Connect the GPS or GSM/GPRS product to the COM port; see Figure 5, position #3 or #4.

2Activate the power supply on the COM port according to the instructions in the Trux Computer Manager (4.3.4) documentation.

For information about how to configure GPS and GSM/GPRS products, see the manufacturers’ documentation.

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4.4.7Audio Out

Audio Out is a standard earphone outlet, Ø 3.5 mm.

4.4.8Mic In

Mic In is a standard microphone inlet, Ø 3.5 mm.

4.4.9Installing aerials

The computer must be fitted with one or two aerials if you ordered the Tx700 with a wireless network.

To be valid, network cards for wireless networks, which are not supplied by Åkerströms Trux AB, must meet the Radio & Telecom Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) directive for certification; see Appendix IV.

Ariel

1Mount the aerial on the top of the computer; see Figure 6

Figure 6 Aerial Outlets

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Using the product

5 Using the product

5.1Operating the computer

5.1.1Starting the computer

To turn on the computer:

Press the on/off button on the computer’s lower side, see pos 1 in Figure 7, or

Click on the screen if:

You specified this setting using the Trux Computer Manager (see section 4.3.3) and

The computer is equipped with an integrated touch screen

Figure 7 On/Off Button

5.1.2Turning off the computer

To turn off the computer:

Press the on/off button on the computer’s left side, see pos 1 in Figure 7, or

Select the appropriate object on the operating system’s interface

Note: Some operating systems can also be put on standby by selecting the appropriate object.

In first place, turn off the computer via the operating system, in second place by the button. All to secure the data storage.

5.2Working with the touch screen

The Tx700 is equipped with a pressuresensitive touch screen. Rather than using mice for pointing devices, users select objects by touching the screen with a stylus or a finger.

Always use the accompanying stylus to point, drag, or tap the screen. Never use sharp, pointed objects. Click with the stylus on the screen.

5.2.1Using the stylus to select screen objects

To select an object on the interface, gently tap the screen:

One time to click.

Two times in rapid succession to double-click.

Tap on the mouse symbol in the system tray, down in the right corner, than the next click will be a right click.

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5.2.2Adjusting screen brightness

To

Use

Increase or decrease the

The buttons on the lower side of the computer. Increase (1) or Decrease

screen’s brightness

(2) on the lower side of the computer.

 

Figure 8 Increase or Decrease button, LED’s

Turn off the screen’s

Both buttons on the lower side of the computer; press them

background lighting

simultaneously

Restore the screen

One of the buttons on the lower side or the stylus (tap lightly)

5.2.3LED indications

See the LED´s location in Figure 8.

LED at Main Switch indicates Operating Mode

Function

LED 1

 

 

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

 

 

LED at brightness controls indicates UPS Mode

Function

LED 2

 

 

UPS battery powered

Green flashing fast

 

 

UPS battery charging

Green on or flashing slow

 

 

UPS battery charged

Off (no light)

 

 

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Maintaining the product

6 Maintaining the product

6.1Cleaning the screen

Clean the screen when necessary. Use a soft, slightly damp cloth. If required, use a cleaning solution that is intended for computer screens.

Never use strong cleaning or solvent solutions when you clean the screen.

6.2Checking connections

Check regularly that all connections are firmly in place and that all cables are securely fastened.

6.3Service

To secure operation of the unit, various types of support agreements are available for Tx700. Contact Åkerströms Trux AB for more information.

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Troubleshooting

7 Troubleshooting

Perform the following troubleshooting procedures before contacting Åkerströms Trux AB regarding problems with Tx700:

7.1Problems with the computer

7.1.1The computer will not start

If nothing happens when the button is pressed, ensure that the:

Power supply is connected.

Fuse is intact.

DC/DC converter delivers correct voltage.

7.1.2The screen is blank

If the computer is on but the screen is blank or is only faintly lit, ensure that the:

Screen black-out (dim) function is not active.

Screen’s brightness is not set too low; adjust the on the lower side of the computer.

7.2Problems with peripherals

If a peripheral:

Does not work, always check all contacts and connections first.

Requires a power supply, ensure that the power supply for peripherals is activated in the Trux Computer Manager; see 4.3.4).

7.2.1Keyboard/mouse

Restart the computer and, if possible, test by using another keyboard.

7.2.2Communication

If communication problems arise with a wireless network and GPS and GSM/GPRS products, you can test coverage in two ways:

Check the computer’s software for indications of poor coverage (normally indicated by an icon in the systray).

Put another computer in the same location as the one with the problem to see if it has the same problem.

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