Honeywell VM1 User Manual

Thor™ VM1 Vehicle-Mount Computer

with Microsoft® Windows® Embedded Standard 2009

User’s Guide

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 - Thor VM1 Agency Information

FCC Part 15 Statement........................................................................................................1-1

FCC 5GHz Statement ..........................................................................................................1-1

EMC Directive Requirements...............................................................................................1-1

Canada, Industry Canada (IC) Notices ................................................................................1-1

COFETEL ............................................................................................................................1-2

ANATEL (Brazil)...................................................................................................................1-2

Vehicle Power Supply Connection Safety Statement ..........................................................1-2

Li-Ion Battery........................................................................................................................1-2

RF Safety Notice..................................................................................................................1-3

Bluetooth..............................................................................................................................1-3

Honeywell Scanning & Mobility Product Environmental Information....................................1-3

CE Mark ...............................................................................................................................1-3

Dealer License - Republic of Singapore ..............................................................................1-3

Chapter 2 - Getting Started

Overview ..............................................................................................................................2-1

About this Guide ..................................................................................................................2-1

Out of the Box ......................................................................................................................2-1

Initial Setup for Thor VM1 ....................................................................................................2-2

Hardware Setup .............................................................................................................2-2

Software .........................................................................................................................2-2

Languages ...............................................................................................................2-2

First Boot..................................................................................................................2-2

Software Setup.........................................................................................................2-2

Quick Mount Smart Dock .....................................................................................................2-2

Components.........................................................................................................................2-3

Front View ......................................................................................................................2-3

Back View with Quick Mount Smart Dock ......................................................................2-4

Access Panels...............................................................................................................2-4

Backlights and Indicators .....................................................................................................2-5

Display Backlight............................................................................................................2-5

Power Management .................................................................................................2-5

Backlight Brightness.................................................................................................2-5

Screen Blanking .......................................................................................................2-5

Keypad Backlight ...........................................................................................................2-5

Speaker Volume.............................................................................................................2-5

Power Up .............................................................................................................................2-6

Rebooting the Thor VM1 ................................................................................................2-7

Restart......................................................................................................................2-7

Tapping the Touch Screen with a Stylus .............................................................................2-7

Setup Terminal Emulation Parameters ................................................................................2-7

Cleaning the Touch Screen .................................................................................................2-8

Startup Help .........................................................................................................................2-8

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Chapter 3 - Hardware Overview

System Hardware ................................................................................................................ 3-1

802.11a/b/g/n Wireless Client........................................................................................3-1

Central Processing Unit................................................................................................. 3-1

Input/Output Components..............................................................................................3-1

System Memory.............................................................................................................3-1

Video Subsystem........................................................................................................... 3-1

Audio Interface...............................................................................................................3-1

Card Slots......................................................................................................................3-2

CompactFlash (CF) Slot .......................................................................................... 3-2

Secure Digital (SD) Slot........................................................................................... 3-2

Bluetooth EZPair............................................................................................................3-2

WWAN........................................................................................................................... 3-2

GPS ...............................................................................................................................3-2

Power ..................................................................................................................................3-2

Vehicle DC Power Supply..............................................................................................3-2

External AC Power Supply ............................................................................................ 3-3

Uninterruptible Power Supply ........................................................................................3-3

Safe Charging Temperature Range......................................................................... 3-3

Charging Timeout .................................................................................................... 3-3

Charging and Power Management .......................................................................... 3-3

Backup Battery ..............................................................................................................3-3

Fuse............................................................................................................................... 3-4

Power Management Modes...........................................................................................3-4

Full On Mode ........................................................................................................... 3-4

StandbyMode...........................................................................................................3-4

Hibernate Mode ....................................................................................................... 3-4

Off Mode .................................................................................................................. 3-4

Power Controls ..............................................................................................................3-5

Power Switch ........................................................................................................... 3-5

Power Button ........................................................................................................... 3-5

Auto On Behavior .................................................................................................... 3-5

External Connectors ............................................................................................................ 3-6

Serial Connector (COM1 and COM2)............................................................................3-6

Screen Blanking...................................................................................................... 3-6

USB Connector.............................................................................................................. 3-6

CANbus / Audio Connector............................................................................................3-7

Power Supply Connector............................................................................................... 3-7

Antenna Connections .................................................................................................... 3-8

External Antenna Connector.................................................................................... 3-8

Internal 802.11 Antenna .......................................................................................... 3-8

Vehicle Remote Antenna .........................................................................................3-8

Keyboard Options................................................................................................................3-9

64-Key QWERTY Keyboard ..........................................................................................3-9

IBM 3270 Overlay .................................................................................................... 3-9

IBM 5250 Overlay .................................................................................................. 3-10

Keypad LEDs............................................................................................................... 3-10

USB Keyboard / Mouse ...............................................................................................3-10

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LED Functions ...................................................................................................................3-10

System LEDs............................................................................................................... 3-10

SYS (System Status) LED ..................................................................................... 3-11

UPS Status LED .................................................................................................... 3-11

SSD (Solid State Drive) LED ................................................................................. 3-11

Connection LEDs.........................................................................................................3-12

WWAN LED ........................................................................................................... 3-12

Wi-Fi LED .............................................................................................................. 3-12

Bluetooth LED........................................................................................................3-12

Keyboard LEDs............................................................................................................3-13

2nd LED.................................................................................................................3-13

Shift LEDs..............................................................................................................3-13

Ctrl LED ................................................................................................................. 3-13

Alt LED...................................................................................................................3-13

Display...............................................................................................................................3-13

Touch Screen ..............................................................................................................3-13

Touch Screen Defroster...............................................................................................3-14

Screen Blanking...........................................................................................................3-14

Display Backlight Control.............................................................................................3-14

Chapter 4 - Vehicle Mounting and Accessory Installation

Introduction........................................................................................................................4-15

Prepare for Vehicle Mounting ............................................................................................ 4-15

Quick Start................................................................................................................... 4-15

Maintenance - Vehicle Mounted Devices .......................................................................... 4-15

Cleaning ............................................................................................................................ 4-16

Place Thor VM1 in the Dock..............................................................................................4-16

Dock I/O Pin Cover...................................................................................................... 4-17

Padlock........................................................................................................................ 4-17

Laptop Security Cable ................................................................................................. 4-17

Install RAM Mount ............................................................................................................. 4-18

Components - RAM Mounting Kits .............................................................................. 4-18

Procedure - RAM Mount Assembly ............................................................................. 4-19

Torque Measurement ............................................................................................ 4-19

Step 1a – Attach RAM Ball to Vehicle ................................................................... 4-19

Step 1b – Mount RAM Clamp to Vehicle ............................................................... 4-20

Step 1c – Attach RAM Plate to Vehicle and Attach RAM Ball ............................... 4-21

Step 2 – Attach RAM Mount Ball to the Thor VM1 Quick Mount Smart Dock .......4-22

Step 3 – Attach Thor VM1 Assembly to RAM Mount............................................. 4-23

Step 4 – Place the Thor VM1 into the Dock........................................................... 4-23

Install U Bracket Mount ..................................................................................................... 4-24

Components - U Bracket Mounting Assembly............................................................. 4-24

Procedure - U Bracket Assembly.................................................................................4-24

Torque Measurement ............................................................................................ 4-24

Mounting Positions ................................................................................................ 4-25

Step 1 - Install U Bracket to Vehicle ...................................................................... 4-25

Step 2 - Remove RAM Ball.................................................................................... 4-26

Step 3 - Attach Adapter Bracket ............................................................................ 4-26

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Connect Cables ................................................................................................................. 4-27

Strain Relief Cable Clamps..........................................................................................4-27

Connect Power ............................................................................................................4-28

Power Cable Cautions................................................................................................. 4-28

12-48 VDC Vehicles (10-60 VDC Direct Connection)............................................ 4-29

60-144 VDC Vehicles (50-150 VDC Power Supply, Screws on Side of Lid) ......... 4-34

60-144 VDC Vehicles (50-150 VDC Power Supply, Screws on Top of Lid) .......... 4-38

VX6 / VX7 Adapter Cable ......................................................................................4-42

Thor VX8 / Thor VX9 Adapter Cable ..................................................................... 4-43

Screen Blanking..................................................................................................... 4-44

External AC/DC Power Supply .............................................................................. 4-47

Connect USB Host.......................................................................................................4-47

Connect USB Client.....................................................................................................4-48

Connect Serial Device .................................................................................................4-48

Connect a Tethered Scanner.................................................................................4-48

Connect Headset Cable...............................................................................................4-49

Adjust Headset / Microphone and Secure Cable................................................... 4-49

Connect CANbus Cable...............................................................................................4-50

Install Remote Antenna ...............................................................................................4-51

802.11 Remote Mount Antenna............................................................................. 4-51

WAN Remote Mount Antenna ............................................................................... 4-53

GPS Remote Mount Antenna ................................................................................ 4-53

Apply Touch Screen Protective Film ................................................................................. 4-54

Installation....................................................................................................................4-54

Removal.......................................................................................................................4-54

Disconnect UPS Battery .................................................................................................... 4-55

Install SD Card .................................................................................................................. 4-56

Install SIM Card ................................................................................................................. 4-57

Replace Front Panel..........................................................................................................4-58

Replace UPS Battery......................................................................................................... 4-60

Chapter 5 - Software

Microsoft Windows Setup and Configuration.......................................................................5-1

Drive C Folder Structure................................................................................................ 5-1

Software Loaded on Drive C....................................................................................5-1

Control Panel.......................................................................................................................5-3

About .............................................................................................................................5-3

Software...................................................................................................................5-3

Versions...................................................................................................................5-3

Network IP ............................................................................................................... 5-4

AutoOn........................................................................................................................... 5-5

Standard ..................................................................................................................5-5

Ignition Control......................................................................................................... 5-5

Auto-On ................................................................................................................... 5-5

Bluetooth........................................................................................................................ 5-6

Bluetooth Devices....................................................................................................5-8

Discover...................................................................................................................5-8

Settings..................................................................................................................5-10

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Reconnect..............................................................................................................5-12

About ..................................................................................................................... 5-13

Using Bluetooth ..................................................................................................... 5-14

Display.........................................................................................................................5-18

Power Options .............................................................................................................5-19

Select a Power Scheme ........................................................................................ 5-19

View UPS Battery Status ....................................................................................... 5-20

Hibernate ............................................................................................................... 5-22

Screen Control............................................................................................................. 5-23

Screen Blanking..................................................................................................... 5-24

Automatic Brightness Control ................................................................................ 5-24

Current Level ......................................................................................................... 5-24

Defroster Control ................................................................................................... 5-24

Screen Rotation........................................................................................................... 5-25

Sounds.........................................................................................................................5-25

System Rating (Windows Experience Index)...............................................................5-26

Tablet PC Settings (Touch Screen Calibration)........................................................... 5-26

User Accounts .............................................................................................................5-26

Wi-Fi ............................................................................................................................5-26

Bar Code Readers.............................................................................................................5-27

Scanner Wedge........................................................................................................... 5-27

Touch Screen Calibration .................................................................................................. 5-27

BIOS .................................................................................................................................. 5-28

Accessing the BIOS Setup ..........................................................................................5-28

Boot Order ...................................................................................................................5-28

Exiting BIOS Setup...................................................................................................... 5-28

Thor VM1 Recovery DVD .................................................................................................. 5-28

Upgrading the Thor VM1 ................................................................................................... 5-28

Automatic Firmware Update Utility .................................................................................... 5-29

Requirements ..............................................................................................................5-29

Firmware Distribution Files ..........................................................................................5-29

Update Process ...........................................................................................................5-29

Configuration Cloning Utility (CCU) ................................................................................... 5-30

Configuration Cloning Utility GUI................................................................................. 5-31

Menu Options ........................................................................................................ 5-32

Shortcuts................................................................................................................5-34

Modifying Settings ................................................................................................. 5-35

Using the CCU.......................................................................................................5-36

Configuration Cloning Utility Command Line Interface................................................ 5-37

Chapter 6 - Wireless Network Connections

Network Connections Control Panel....................................................................................6-1

Summit Wireless Network Configuration .............................................................................6-1

Important Notes ................................................................................................................... 6-1

Summit Client Utility ............................................................................................................ 6-1

Summit Tray Icon...........................................................................................................6-1

Wireless Zero Config Utility ........................................................................................... 6-2

To Switch Control to the Wireless Zero Config Utility ..............................................6-2

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To Switch Control to SCU........................................................................................ 6-2

Main............................................................................................................................... 6-3

Admin Login.............................................................................................................6-3

Profile............................................................................................................................. 6-5

Buttons.....................................................................................................................6-5

Profile Parameters ................................................................................................... 6-6

Status............................................................................................................................. 6-8

Diags..............................................................................................................................6-9

Global ..........................................................................................................................6-10

Custom Parameter Option .....................................................................................6-11

Global Parameters.................................................................................................6-11

Logon Options ....................................................................................................... 6-13

Sign-On vs. Stored Credentials ......................................................................................... 6-15

To Use Stored Credentials ..........................................................................................6-15

To Use Sign On Screen...............................................................................................6-16

To Use Windows Username and Password ................................................................6-16

Windows Certificate Store vs. Certs Path.......................................................................... 6-17

User Certificates ..........................................................................................................6-17

Root CA Certificates ....................................................................................................6-17

Certs Path..............................................................................................................6-17

Windows Certificate Store ..................................................................................... 6-17

Configuring the Profile ....................................................................................................... 6-18

No Security ..................................................................................................................6-19

WEP.............................................................................................................................6-20

LEAP............................................................................................................................6-21

PEAP/MSCHAP........................................................................................................... 6-22

PEAP/GTC................................................................................................................... 6-24

WPA/LEAP ..................................................................................................................6-26

EAP-FAST ................................................................................................................... 6-27

EAP-TLS...................................................................................................................... 6-29

WPA PSK ....................................................................................................................6-31

Certificates.........................................................................................................................6-31

Generate a Root CA Certificate................................................................................... 6-32

Install a Root CA Certificate.........................................................................................6-33

Generate a User Certificate......................................................................................... 6-34

Exporting a User Certificate................................................................................... 6-35

Install a User Certificate...............................................................................................6-36

Manually Initiate Certificate Installation ................................................................. 6-37

OneClick Internet...............................................................................................................6-38

Preparing for Initial Use on the Thor VM1 ................................................................... 6-38

Install SIM Card ..................................................................................................... 6-38

Load Firmware.......................................................................................................6-38

Activation ............................................................................................................... 6-38

Using OneClick Internet...............................................................................................6-40

Connection Management....................................................................................... 6-40

Menu Buttons............................................................................................................... 6-41

Radio Button .......................................................................................................... 6-41

Statistics Button ..................................................................................................... 6-41

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Update Button........................................................................................................6-41

Help Button ............................................................................................................ 6-41

Settings Button ...................................................................................................... 6-42

Application Buttons...................................................................................................... 6-49

SMS ....................................................................................................................... 6-49

Web Browser ......................................................................................................... 6-52

Email......................................................................................................................6-52

GPS .......................................................................................................................6-52

About ...........................................................................................................................6-53

System Requirements ........................................................................................... 6-53

OneClick Internet Connection Manager.......................................................................6-55

Connection Management....................................................................................... 6-56

Information Buttons................................................................................................ 6-57

Chapter 7 - Key Maps

64-Key QWERTY Keypad Key Map .................................................................................... 7-1

IBM Terminal Emulation ...................................................................................................... 7-5

IBM 3270 .......................................................................................................................7-5

IBM 5250 .......................................................................................................................7-6

Chapter 8 - Specifications and Reference Material

Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................... 8-1

Thor VM1....................................................................................................................... 8-1

Quick Mount Smart Dock...............................................................................................8-1

Dimensions..........................................................................................................................8-2

Thor VM1....................................................................................................................... 8-2

Quick Mount Smart Dock...............................................................................................8-2

Environmental Specifications .............................................................................................. 8-2

Thor VM1 and Quick Mount Smart Dock....................................................................... 8-2

Network Card Specifications ............................................................................................... 8-3

Summit 802.11 a/b/g/n...................................................................................................8-3

Bluetooth........................................................................................................................ 8-3

WWAN........................................................................................................................... 8-3

Port and Connector Pinouts ................................................................................................ 8-4

Power Supply Connector............................................................................................... 8-4

COM1 and COM2 Connector ........................................................................................ 8-4

USB Connector.............................................................................................................. 8-5

USB Y Cable............................................................................................................ 8-5

CANbus / Audio Connector............................................................................................8-6

Headset Adapter Cable ...........................................................................................8-6

CANbus Y Cable...................................................................................................... 8-7

Hat Encoding ....................................................................................................................... 8-8

Chapter 9 - Customer Support

Product Service and Repair.................................................................................................9-1

Technical Assistance...........................................................................................................9-1

Limited Warranty ................................................................................................................. 9-1

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Thor VM1 Agency Information

Thor VM1 mobile computers meet or exceed the requirements of all applicable standards organizations for safe operation.
However as with any electrical equipment, the best way to ensure safe operation is to operate them according to the agency
guidelines that follow. Read these guidelines before using your Thor VM1.

This documentation is relevant for the following Thor models: VM1W.

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. The battery should be disposed of by
a qualified recycler or hazardous materials handler. Do not incinerate the battery or dispose of the battery with general
waste materials.

FCC Part 15 Statement

This device complies with FCC Rules, part 15. 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.

NOTE - This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Opera­tion of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to cor­rect the interference at his own expense.

Caution - Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Honeywell may void the FCC authoriza­tion to operate this equipment.

FCC 5GHz Statement

LAN devices are restricted to indoor use only in the band 5150-5250 MHz.

For the band 5600-5650 MHz, no operation is permitted.

When using IEEE 802.11a wireless LAN, this product is restricted to indoor use, due to its operation in the 5.15- to 5.25­GHz Frequency range. The FCC requires this product to be used indoors for the frequency range of 5.15 GHz to 5.25
GHz to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems. High-power radar is allocated
as the primary user of the 5.25- to 5.35-GHz and 5.65- to 5.85-GHz bands. These radar stations can cause interference
with and/or damage to this device.

EMC Directive Requirements

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be
required to take adequate measures.

Canada, Industry Canada (IC) Notices

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian RSS-GEN issue 3:2010 and RSS-210 issue 8:2010.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Radio Frequency (RF) Exposure Information

The radiated output power of the Honeywell Thor VM1 is below the Industry Canada (IC) radio frequency exposure limits. The
Honeywell Thor VM1 should be used in such a manner such that the potential for human contact during normal operation is
minimized.

This device has been certified for use in Canada. Status of the listing in the Industry Canada’s REL (Radio Equipment List) can
be found at the following web address: Additional Canadian information on RF exposure also can be found at the following web
address: Canada, avis d'Industry Canada (IC)

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Cet appareil numérique de classe A est conforme aux normes canadiennes RSS-GEN numéro 3:2010 et RSS-210 numéro
8:2010.

Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne doit pas causer d'interférence et (2) cet
appareil doit accepter toute interférence, notamment les interférences qui peuvent affecter son fonctionnement.

Informations concernant l'exposition aux fréquences radio (RF)

La puissance de sortie émise par de le Honeywell Thor VM1 est inférieure à la limite d'exposition aux fréquences radio d'Indus­try Canada (IC). Utilisez le Honeywell Thor VM1 de façon à minimiser les contacts humains lors du fonctionnement normal.

Ce périphérique est homologué pour l'utilisation au Canada. Pour consulter l'entrée correspondant à l’appareil dans la liste
d'équipement radio (REL - Radio Equipment List) d'Industry Canada rendez-vous sur: Pour des informations supplémentaires
concernant l'exposition aux RF au Canada rendez-vous sur : ANATEL (Brazil)

Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de
estações do mesmo tipo, e não causar interferência a sistema operando em caráter primário.

COFETEL

ANEXO CUMPLIMIENTO REGULATORIO NOM-121-SCT1-2009

EQUIPO: Terminal montada en vehículo

MARCA: Honeywell

MODELO: VM1 W

Para su uso en México, la operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones: (1) es posible que este equipo
o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y (2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la
que pueda causar su operación no deseada.

Este equipo ha sido diseñado para operar con las antenas que enseguida se enlistan y para una ganancia máxima de antena
de 2.0 y 1.0 dBi @ 2.4 GHz WLAN; 4.0 y 5.0 dBi @ 5 GHz WLAN; -1.5 dBi @ 2.4 GHz para Bluetooth. Siendo únicas las ante­nas con que cuenta la terminal. El uso con este equipo de antenas no incluidas en esta lista o que tengan una ganancia mayor
que lo especificado quedan prohibidas. La impedancia requerida de la antena es de 50 ohms.1

Marca Modelo Tipo Ganancia

LARSEN R380500314 Dipolo, Banda Dual 2.0 y1.0 dBi @ 2.4 GHz WLAN

LARSEN R380500314 Dipolo, Banda Dual 4.0 y 5.0 dBi @ 5 GHz WLAN

ANATEL (Brazil)

Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de
estações do mesmo tipo, e não causar interferência a sistema operando em caráter primário.

Vehicle Power Supply Connection Safety Statement

WARNING - For proper and safe installation, the input power cable must be connected to a fused circuit on the vehicle. If the
supply connection is made directly to the battery, the fuse should be installed in the positive lead within 5 inches of the battery’s
positive (+) terminal. The fused circuit requires a maximum time delay (slow blow) fuse with a current rating as noted below.

•For 12VDC input, use a 10A slow blow fuse that has a DC voltage rating greater than 12VDC.

•For 24VDC input, use a 6A slow blow fuse that has a DC voltage rating greater than 24VDC.

•For 36VDC input, use a 4A slow blow fuse that has a DC voltage rating greater than 36VDC.

•For 48VDC input, use a 3A slow blow fuse that has a DC voltage rating greater than 48VDC.

Note: For North America, a UL Listed fuse is to be used

Li-Ion Battery

When disposing of the Thor VM1 UPS battery, the following precautions should be observed: The battery should be disposed of
properly. The battery should not be disassembled or crushed. The battery should not be heated above 212°F (100°C) or inciner­ated.

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Safety requirements restrict the temperature at which the Li-Ion UPS battery can be charged. Charging is disabled if the ambi-

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Complies with

IDA Standards

DA104647

ent temperature is outside of the 0ºC to 35ºC safe charging range. In order to maintain UPS charge the Thor VM1 should have
power applied while the unit is within the safe charging range for at least an hour each day.

RF Safety Notice

This device is intended to transmit RF energy. For protection against RF exposure to humans and in accordance with
FCC rules and Industry Canada rules, this transmitter should be installed such that a minimum separation distance of at
least 20 cm (7.8 in.) is maintained between the antenna and the general population. This device can only be co-located
with FCC ID:TWG-SDCPE15N.

Bluetooth

Class II

Honeywell Scanning & Mobility Product Environmental Information

Refer to www.honeywellaidc.com/environmental for the RoHS / REACH / WEEE information.

CE Mark

The CE marking on the product indicates that this device is in conformity with the following directives:

• 1995/5/EC R&TTE

• 2011/65/EU RoHS (Recast)

In addition, complies to 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive, when shipped with recommended power supply.

European contact:

Hand Held Products Europe BV
Nijverheidsweg 9-13
5627 BT Eindhoven
The Netherlands

Honeywell shall not be liable for use of our product with equipment (i.e., power supplies, personal computers, etc.) that is not CE
marked and does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive.

Dealer License - Republic of Singapore

WWAN is not available in Singapore.

Part

Number

Republic of Singapore - Dealer License Number DA104647 complies with IDA Standards.

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SSD

Wi Fi

THOR

VM1

Getting Started

Overview

The Thor VM1 Vehicle Mount Computer (VMC) is a rugged, vehicle mounted computer running a Microsoft® Windows® Embed­ded Standard 2009 operating system and capable of wireless data communications from a fork-lift truck or any properly config­ured vehicle. Wireless communications are supported over a 802.11 WLAN network and, optionally, over a WWAN network.

The Bluetooth® module supports Bluetooth printers and scanners.

CAUTION - Before shipping the Thor VM1, be sure to Disconnect UPS Battery (page 4-55) .

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The Thor VM1 is designed for use with a vehicle Quick Mount Smart Dock. The dock installs in the vehicle and connects to
vehicle power. The dock provides conditioned input power for the Thor VM1. Peripheral connections are on the dock. The Thor
VM1 is designed to easily be removed from the dock with a latch on the lower rear of the Thor VM1 housing. Since the dock
remains attached to the vehicle, the Thor VM1 computer can easily be moved from one vehicle equipped with a dock to another
vehicle equipped with a dock.

The Thor VM1 contains a UPS battery which, when fully charged, can power the Thor VM1 for a minimum of 30 minutes. This
can be when the Thor VM1 is not attached to a Quick Mount Smart Dock or when the Thor VM1 is attached to a dock but the
vehicle power is interrupted, such as when the vehicle battery is being changed.

Contact Technical Assistance (page 9-1) for information on the latest upgrades for your Thor VM1.

About this Guide

This user’s guide has been developed for a Thor VM1 with a Microsoft® Windows® Embedded Standard 2009 operating system.

Out of the Box

The following items may be packaged separately:

• Thor VM1

• Quick Mount Smart Dock (includes 10-60VDC power cable)

• RAM or U-Bracket vehicle mount kit

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If you ordered additional accessories for the Thor VM1, verify they are also included with the order. Keep the original packaging
material in the event the Thor VM1 should need to be returned for service. For details, see Product Service and Repair (page 9-

1).

Initial Setup for Thor VM1

This page lists a quick outline of the steps you might take when setting up a new Thor VM1. More instruction for each step is
listed later in this guide.

Contact Technical Assistance (page 9-1) if you need additional help.

Hardware Setup

1. Install RAM Mount (page 4-18) or Install U Bracket Mount (page 4-24) to the vehicle.

2. Place Thor VM1 in the Dock (page 4-16).

3. Connect Cables (page 4-27) for any peripherals.

4. Connect Power (page 4-28).

5. Secure all cables in Strain Relief Cable Clamps (page 4-27).

6. Press the Power Switch (page 3-5) on the dock to the on position.

7. Press the Power Button (page 3-5) on the Thor VM1.

Software

Languages

The Thor VM1 may be shipped with an English only operating system. Contact Technical Assistance (page 9-1) to
order a Thor VM1 Recovery DVD (page 5-27) in a different language. The language installed is identified on the Soft-
ware tab of the About (see page 5-3) control panel.

First Boot

When a new Thor VM1 starts up a EULA (End User License Agreement) may be displayed on the touch screen. It
remains on the screen until the Accept or Decline button is tapped with a stylus.

Tap the Accept button to accept the EULA terms and the Thor VM1 continues the startup process. The EULA is not
presented to the user again.

Tap the Decline button to decline the EULA and the Thor VM1 reboots. It will continue to reboot until the Accept but-
ton is tapped with the stylus.

Software Setup

Hardware setup should be completed before starting software setup.

1. If prompted, perform Touch Screen Calibration (page 5-26).

2. Select a Power Scheme (page 5-18) and set timers.

3. Adjust Speaker Volume (page 2-5).

4. Pair Bluetooth (page 5-6) devices

5. Set Wireless client parameters using the Summit Client Utility (page 6-1).

6. Set terminal emulation parameters.

Quick Mount Smart Dock

The Thor VM1 assembly consists of two parts, the Thor VM1 computer and the Quick Mount Smart Dock.

The Thor VM1 contains an internal UPS battery that, once fully charged, powers the Thor VM1 for a minimum of 30 minutes
when the unit is not mounted in the dock.

The dock provides:

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• A mount for the Thor VM1 computer. The dock attaches to a vehicle via a RAM or U-bracket mount or to a RAM table stand

UPS

SYS

SSD

WiFi

Power Button

Speakers

Microphone

Ambient
Light
Sensor

for use in an office environment.

• Conditioned power for the Thor VM1. The dock accepts 10-60VDC power input directly or 50-150VDC power input with a DC/
DC converter.

• COM1 and COM2 serial connections for a tethered scanner, printer, PC connection, etc.

• USB host connection via an adapter cable.

• CANbus connection via an adapter cable.

• Headset connection via an adapter cable. When a headset is not attached, the microphone and speakers on the Thor VM1
are active.

• Strain relief cable mounts.

• Mobility of the Thor VM1, since the dock remains attached to the vehicle the Thor VM1 computer can easily be moved from
one vehicle equipped with a dock to another.

External antenna connectors may be present on the back of the Thor VM1. The connectors may include:

• 802.11 antenna connectors, used when the Thor VM1 is not equipped with internal antennas.

• External GPS antenna connector, when the Thor VM1 is equipped with GPS.

• External WWAN antenna connectors, when the Thor VM1 is equipped with WWAN. Optional WWAN radio (available in North
America, Europe, New Zealand, and Australia only).

Components

Front View

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Back View with Quick Mount Smart Dock

Antenna Connectors

SIM Card
Access Panel

COM1 Connector

COM2 Connector

USB Connector

CANbus/Audio
Connector

Quick Release HandleProvision for Padlock

Provision for
Laptop Security
Cable

Power
Switch

Power
Connector

Fuse

SD Card
Access
Panel

RAM Ball

Strain Relief
Clamps

CompactFlash
Hard Drive

SD (Secure Digital)
Memory Card Slot

SIM Card Slot
for WWAN Radio

UPS Battery
Disconnect

SD

SIM

Access Panels

SD Card Access Panel with door removed SIM Card Access Panel with door removed

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SSD

Access Panel Door is labeled with and .

Access Panel Door is labeled with .

Backlights and Indicators

Display Backlight

There are several configuration options for the Thor VM1 display backlight:

Power Management

The display backlight is controlled by power management. When the user activity timer expires, the display backlight is
turned off. Timeouts can be set for the available power management schemes.

See Power Options (page 5-18) for configuration options.

Backlight Brightness

The intensity of the display backlight can be manually configured:

• Use the 2nd + F7 keppress to increase backlight brightness or the 2nd + F8 keypress to decrease backlight
brightness.

Refer to the Screen Control (page 5-22) panel for the current display brightness level.

Screen Blanking

The Thor VM1 can be configured to blank (blackout) the display while the vehicle is in motion.

Refer to the Screen Control (page 5-22) panel for information.

Keypad Backlight

The integrated keypad backlight follows the display backlight. If the display backlight is on, the keypad backlight is on.

Speaker Volume

The speaker volume can be adjusted via the Thor VM1 keypad:

•Use the 2nd + F9 keppress to increase speaker volume or the 2nd + F10 keypress to decrease speaker volume.
The current volume level can be viewed on the Sounds (page 5-24) control panel or via the system tray speaker icon.

These items can also be used to adjust speaker volume

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Power Up

!

If a USB drive, such as a thumb drive is attached to the Thor VM1, the device attempts to boot from the USB drive and
cannot. Please remove the USB drive and power up the Thor VM1 again.

The Quick Mount Smart Dock has a power switch on the back.

The “On” side of this rocker switch has a raised bump to allow the state of the switch to be determined when the switch may not
be easily viewed, for example, after the dock is mounted in a vehicle.

After external power has been connected and the Thor VM1 has been mounted in the dock, press the side of the power switch
with the raised bump to pass power from the dock to the Thor VM1.

Next locate the power button on the front of the Thor VM1.

Press the power button to turn the Thor VM1 on. When the Windows desktop is displayed or an application begins, the power up
sequence is complete.

See Power Controls (see page 3-5) for more information.

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Rebooting the Thor VM1

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If a USB drive, such as a thumb drive is attached to the Thor VM1, the device attempts to boot from the USB drive:

• If the USB drive contains a bootable sector, the Thor VM1 boots from the USB drive.

• If the USB drive does not contain a bootable sector, the Thor VM1 does not boot. Remove the USB drive and boot
the Thor VM1 again.

Restart

Restart performs a controlled shutdown of the Thor VM1 and then restarts the device.

• Use the Ctrl + Alt + Del keypress sequence to start the task manager. Tap the Shut Down button and select
Restart from the pull-down list. Tap the OK button to restart the Thor VM1..

•Select Start > Shut Down > Restart and tap OK to restart the Thor VM1

Tapping the Touch Screen with a Stylus

Note: Always use the point of the stylus for tapping or making strokes on the touch screen.

Never use an actual pen, pencil, or sharp/abrasive object to write on the touch screen.

Hold the stylus as if it were a pen or pencil. Touch an element on the screen with the tip of the stylus then remove the stylus from
the screen.

Firmly press the stylus into the stylus holder when the stylus is not in use.

Using a stylus is similar to moving the mouse pointer then left-clicking icons on a desktop computer screen.

Using the stylus to tap icons on the touch screen is the basic action that can:

• Open applications

• Choose menu commands

• Select options in dialog boxes or drop-down boxes

• Drag the slider in a scroll bar

• Select text by dragging the stylus across the text

• Place the cursor in a text box prior to typing in data

• Place the cursor in a text box prior to retrieving data using a scanner/imager.

A right click is generated by tapping the mouse icon , usually located in the upper right hand corner of the screen. After
tapping, the mouse icon highlights the right button. The next touch screen tap is treated as a right click. The mouse icon
returns to the left button highlighted so subsequent taps are treated as left clicks.

Note: If the mouse icon is not displayed, this feature can be enabled by tapping the PenMount icon in the System Tray. From

the menu that pops up, tap the Right Button to enable the mouse icon. When this option is enabled, a checkmark is
displayed in the menu.

A stylus replacement kit is available.

When a dialog box is too large for the display, tap and drag the dialog box up or down or from side to side to view the remainder
of the dialog box.

Setup Terminal Emulation Parameters

Note: The instructions below are for Honeywell RFTerm. If a different terminal emulation software is installed on your Thor VM1

refer to the documentation for that software.

Before you make a host connection, you will, at a minimum, need to know:

• the alias name or IP address (Host Address) and

• the port number (Telnet Port) of the host system to properly set up your host session.

1. Make sure the mobile client network settings are configured and functional. If you are connecting over wireless LAN
(802.11x), make sure your mobile client is communicating with the Access Point.

2. From Start > Program, run RFTerm or tap the RFTerm icon on the desktop.

3. Select Session > Configure from the application menu and select the “host type” that you require. This will depend on the
type of host system that you are going to connect to; i.e., 3270 mainframe, AS/400 5250 server or VT host.

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4. Enter the “Host Address” of the host system that you wish to connect to. This may either be a DNS name or an IP address
of the host system.

5. Update the telnet port number, if your host application is configured to listen on a specific port. If not, just use the default
telnet port.

6. Select OK.

7. Select Session > Connect from the application menu or tap the “Connect” button on the Tool Bar. Upon a successful
connection, you should see the host application screen displayed.

To change options such as Display, Colors, Cursor, Bar Code, etc., refer to these sections in the RFTerm Reference Guide for
complete descriptions of these and other features.

Cleaning the Touch Screen

Note: These instructions are for components made of glass. If there is a removable protective film sheet on the display, remove

the film sheet before cleaning the screen.

Keep fingers and rough or sharp objects away from the bar code reader scanning aperture and the mobile device touch screen.

®

If the glass becomes soiled or smudged, clean only with a standard household cleaner such as Windex
isopropyl alcohol. Dampen the cloth with the cleaner and then wipe the surface.

Do not use paper towels or harsh-chemical-based cleaning fluids since they may result in damage to the glass surface. Use a
clean, damp, lint-free cloth.

Do not scrub optical surfaces. If possible, clean only those areas which are soiled. Lint and particulates can be removed with
clean, filtered canned air.

without vinegar or use

Startup Help

Contact Technical Assistance (page 9-1) if you need more help.

Touch screen is not accepting stylus
taps or needs recalibration.

Thor VM1 seems to lockup as soon
as it is rebooted.

Press Ctrl+Esc to force the Start Menu to appear. Use the tab, backtab and arrow keys
to move the cursor from element to element.
See Touch Screen Calibration (page 5-26).

There may be slight delays while the wireless client connects to the network, authoriza­tion for voice-enabled applications complete, and Bluetooth relationships establish or re­establish.
When an application begins, the Thor VM1 is ready for use.

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CF Slot

SD Slot

Antenna Connectors

CompactFlash

Hard Drive

Secure

Digital

Memory

Card

Power

Connector

SIM

Card

USB

Connector

CANbus/

Audio

Connector

Serial

Connector

COM2

Serial

Connector

COM2

Serial

Connector

COM1

SIM Slot

Hardware Overview

System Hardware

802.11a/b/g/n Wireless Client

The Thor VM1 has an 802.11a/b/g/n network card that supports diversity with two internal or external antennas. Power
management for the network card is configured with the Summit Client Utility (page 6-1).

Central Processing Unit

The CPU is a 1.6 GHz Intel Atom processor. The operating system is Microsoft Windows Embedded Standard 2009. The
OS image is stored on an internal CompactFlash memory card and is loaded into DRAM for execution.

Input/Output Components

The Thor VM1 supports the following I/O components of the core logic:

• Two 9-pin RS-232 serial ports, COM1 and COM2.

• One slot for SD memory card.

• CompactFlash (CF) memory card drive.

• Integrated keyboard.

• Ports available via adapter cables: USB host port, CANbus, Audio. USB client port is not supported with Windows
Embedded Standard 2009.

System Memory

Main system memory is 2 GB SDRAM.

Video Subsystem

The Thor VM1 video subsystem consists of a color TFT display. The video subsystem complies with the VESA VL bus
standard. The resolution of this display is pixels. This resolution complies with the VGA graphics industry standard.

The display supports screen blanking to eliminate driver distraction when the vehicle is in motion.

Audio Interface

Speakers are located on the bottom front of the Thor VM1. A headset adapter cable provides a connection for headset
operation. When a headset is plugged into the adapter cable, the main speakers are disabled.

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A microphone is located at the upper right of the Thor VM1 display, near the Thor VM1 emblem. When a headset is
plugged into the adapter cable, the internal microphone is disabled.

Card Slots

CompactFlash (CF) Slot

The CF ATA slot is not hot swappable. The Thor VM1 must be powered down to insert or remove an ATA card. Since
the operating system is stored on the CF ATA card, the Thor VM1 cannot operate without the ATA card.

Secure Digital (SD) Slot

The SD slot accepts an SD memory card. The SD card is hot swappable.

Bluetooth EZPair

The Thor VM1 contains Bluetooth version 2.0 with Enhanced Data Rate (EDR) up to 3.0 Mbit/s over the air. Bluetooth
device connection (or pairing) can occur at distances up to 32.8 ft (10 meters) Line of Sight. The wireless client retains
wireless connectivity while Bluetooth is active.

The user cannot select PIN authentication or encryption on connections from the Thor VM1. However, the Thor VM1 sup­ports authentication requests from pairing devices. If a pairing device requests authentication or encryption, the Thor VM1
displays a prompt for the PIN or passcode. Maximum encryption is 128 bit. Encryption is based on the length of the user’s
passcode.

Bluetooth simultaneously supports one printer as a slave Bluetooth device and one scanner, either as a slave or as a mas­ter Bluetooth device.

• The LED on the Bluetooth scanner illuminates during a scanning operation.

• Bar code data captured by the Bluetooth scanner can be manipulated by the settings in the optional Freefloat Link*One
application.

• Multiple beeps may be heard during a bar code scan using a mobile Bluetooth scanner; beeps from the mobile Bluetooth
scanner as the bar code data is accepted/rejected, and other beeps from the Thor VM1 during final bar code data
manipulation.

WWAN

WWAN (Wireless Wide Area Networking) is available on the Thor VM1. A slot is provided for a SIM card.

GPS

GPS (Global Positioning System) is available on the Thor VM1.

Power

Vehicle DC Power Supply

Vehicle power input for the Thor VM1 dock is 10V to 60V DC and is accepted without the need to perform any manual oper­ation within the Thor VM1 dock, see 12-48 VDC Vehicles (10-60 VDC Direct Connection) (page 4-29). The dock provides
a conditioned power output for the Thor VM1. By using a specified DC/DC power supply, input voltage of 50-150V DC can
be accepted, see 60-144 VDC Vehicles (50-150 VDC Power Supply, Screws on Top of Lid) (page 4-38) or 60-144 VDC

Vehicles (50-150 VDC Power Supply, Screws on Top of Lid) (page 4-38).

Power input is fused for protection and the fuse is externally accessible, see Fuse (page 3-4).

External AC Power Supply

If DC power is not available – for example, in an office environment – an optional external Universal Input Power Supply can
be used to convert AC wall power to an appropriate DC level. AC to DC power input for the Thor VM1 is delivered to the
Quick Mount Smart Dock via an optional external power supply and adapter cable. See External AC/DC Power Supply

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(page 4-47).

Uninterruptible Power Supply

The Thor VM1 contains an internal UPS battery. The user can Replace UPS Battery (page 4-60).

The UPS battery is automatically charged when the Thor VM1 is placed in a powered dock, provided the safe charging tem­perature conditions below are met.

When external power is removed, the UPS automatically powers the Thor VM1 with no user intervention. When running on
UPS power, the power management timeouts may be different than when vehicle power is applied.

The UPS allows the Thor VM1 to continue operation when not mounted in a dock or when the vehicle battery is being
swapped. When fully charged the UPS battery is designed to power the Thor VM1 for a minimum of 30 minutes at tem­peratures of -20ºC (-4ºF) or greater. For the extended temperature version of the Thor VM1, the UPS provides a minimum
of 10 minutes of operation between -20ºC (-4ºF) and -30ºC (-22ºF).

If operating on UPS power and the UPS battery becomes critically low, the Thor VM1 performs a controlled shutdown.

If there is no external power available, there must be 10% or greater power in the UPS battery or the Thor VM1 does not
power on.

The UPS status LED and the Battery Control Panel can be used to monitor the state of the UPS battery.

Safe Charging Temperature Range

The internal temperature of the Thor VM1 is the trigger for UPS battery charging.

• The UPS battery is not charged when the internal Thor VM1 temperature is below 0°C (32°F). This corresponds to
an ambient (room) temperature of approximately -10°C (-14°F).

• The UPS battery is not charged when the internal Thor VM1 temperature is above 45°C (113°F). This corresponds
to an ambient (room) temperature of approximately 35°C (95°F).

• If the UPS battery cannot be charged due to a temperature extreme, the UPS Status LED (page 3-11) is amber.
Move the Thor VM1 to a different location to charge the UPS battery.

When the Thor VM1 is operated in an environment where the UPS battery is not able to charge due to temperature
extremes, the Thor VM1 should be removed to a location within the safe charging temperature range during off hours.
A discharged UPS battery cannot protect against data loss in the event vehicle power is interrupted.

Charging Timeout

• A fully discharged UPS battery normally recharges in less than 4 hours when the Thor VM1 is in a powered dock and
within the safe charging temperature range.

• If the UPS battery is not charged before an 8 hour (or 4 hours for some earlier software revisions) timeout period
expires, the UPS Status LED (page 3-11) is amber.

• The charge timeout is reset if charging resumes upon application of external power.

• The charge timeout is reset if charging resumes when the Thor VM1 enters the permissible temperature range for
charging.

Charging and Power Management

• Charging of the UPS battery continues when the Thor VM1 is in power management (display off, suspend or
hibernate modes).

Backup Battery

The Thor VM1 has a permanent Lithium battery installed to maintain time, date and CMOS setup information for a minimum
of 90 days. The lithium battery is not user serviceable and should last five years with normal use before it requires replace­ment.

Note: The backup battery should only be changed by authorized service personnel.

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Fuse

The Thor VM1 uses an 8A time delay (slow blow), fuse that is externally accessible and user
replaceable. The fuse is located on the back of the Quick Mount Smart Dock. The fuse is accessed
by unscrewing the cap as indicated.

Should it need replacement, replace with same size, rating and type of fuse:

• Littelfuse 0215008.MXP

• Cooper Bussmann BK1/S506-8-R

• Bel Fuse 5HT 8-R

or equivalent.

Fuse has voltage on it even when power is off. Always disconnect input power before changing the
fuse.

Power Management Modes

The Thor VM1 has four power modes: Full On, Standby, Hibernate and Off.

Full On Mode

When the Thor VM1 is attached to either vehicle power or an external power supply or is operating from the UPS bat­tery and the power button is pressed, the Thor VM1 is in the On mode. In this mode, the keypad, touch screen and any
attached peripherals such as a scanner function normally. The display remains on until the display, standby or hiber­nate timer (if enabled) expires.

When in Full On mode, the status LED is solid green.

If the Thor VM1 is Full On, a press of the power button can be configured to put the unit in Standby. See the Advanced
(page 5-20) tab of the Power control panel.

StandbyMode

When the standby timer expires without a primary event occurring, the Thor VM1 transitions to Standby mode. Press­ing the Power button exits Standby mode and transitions the Thor VM1 to Full On.

When in Standby mode, the status LED:

• blinks green very slowly if external power is attached.

• is off if external power is not attached.

System Standby Wakeup Events

The following event transitions the Thor VM1 from Standby to Full On Mode:

• Pressing and releasing the Power button

Hibernate Mode

When the Thor VM1 enters hibernate mode, all LEDs are off. Pressing the Power button returns the Thor VM1 to Full
On.

When in Hibernate Mode, the status LED:

• blinks green very slowly if external power is attached.

• is off if external power is not attached.

System Hibernate Wakeup Events

The following event transitions the Thor VM1 from Hibernate to Full On Mode:

• Pressing and releasing the Power button.

Off Mode

By default, the Thor VM1 turns off if the user presses the power button when the Thor VM1 is On. This behavior can
be configured on the Advanced (page 5-20) tab of the Power control panel.

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The Thor VM1 is also off when it is not connected to a power source and the UPS battery is depleted. However, an
internal Real Time Clock (RTC) powered by an internal battery maintains the date and time while the Thor VM1 is off.

Power Controls

Power Switch

After all cables are connected, the Thor VM1 can be powered on.

There is a power switch located on the back of the Quick Mount Smart Dock. The power switch
is a rocker switch.

The power switch has a raised bump to identify the switch position even when it is hidden from
view. When the side of the switch with the raised bump is pressed, the power switch is On. If
the dock is connected to external power, the dock delivers power to the Thor VM1.

Generally, once the dock is powered On, there is no need to power it off. The dock power can
remain On even when the Thor VM1 is not attached.

Power Button

The power button is located at the top left of the Thor VM1.

If the Thor VM1 is Off, pressing the power button starts the power up
sequence.

Note: This assumes that the Thor VM1 is docked in a powered

Quick Mount Smart Dock or that the internal UPS battery has
a sufficient charge to power the Thor VM1. If no external
power is available and the UPS battery does not have a
charge, pressing the power button causes no action.

If the Thor VM1 is On, pressing the power button performs the option
selected in the Advanced tab of the Power control panel:

• Ignore power button press

• Prompt the user to select action

• Shut down (default, an orderly shutdown is performed)

• Standby

• Hibernate

Auto On Behavior

Select the desired Ignition Control / Auto On behavior.

The Thor VM1 Auto On options can be configured using the AutoOn (page 5-5) control panel. Please refer to that sec­tion for more details on the options below.

For information on the Ignition input signal see Vehicle 10-60VDC Direct Power Connection (page 4-29) and Auto-On

Control Wiring Diagram (page 4-32).

Standard

The Thor VM1 is turned on and off manually by the user using the power button on the front of the device.

Ignition Control

The Thor VM1 is turned on automatically when a signal is received via the Ignition Input wire, which is part of the
DC Power Cable.

Auto-On

The Thor VM1 automatically powers up when power is provided.

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External Connectors

Power the Thor VM1 off before attaching a cable to any port (serial, USB, Audio/CAN, etc.).

The external I/O connectors for the Thor VM1 are located on the right side of the Quick Mount Smart Dock (when viewed from
the back).

The Power Supply Connector (page 3-7) is on the left side of the dock (when viewed from the back).

Antenna connectors are located on the top rear of the Thor VM1.

Serial Connector (COM1 and COM2)

The COM1 and COM2 connectors are D-9 male connectors located on the back of the Quick
Mount Smart Dock.

Power the Thor VM1 off before attaching a cable to any port (serial, USB, Audio/CAN, etc.).

The serial connectors are industry-standard RS-232, PC/AT standard 9–pin “D” male con­nector. See COM1 and COM2 Connector (page 8-4) for connector pinout detail.

Pin 9 is configured to provide +5V for an external bar code scanner.

See Connect Serial Device (page 4-48) for more information.

If a COM port is not being used for a scanner, it can be used for Screen Blanking (page 4-

44) when the vehicle is in motion.

Screen Blanking

The screen blanking signal can be provided either by a Honeywell Screen Blanking Box or a user supplied switch or
relay. See Screen Blanking (page 4-44) for information on connecting screen blanking accessories.

USB Connector

The USB connector is a D-9 female connector located on the back of the Quick Mount Smart
Dock. See USB Connector (page 10-5) for connector pinout detail.

Power the Thor VM1 off before attaching a cable to any port (serial, USB, Audio/CAN, etc.).

The USB client port is not supported with Windows Embedded Standard 2009 operating sys­tems.

See Connect USB Host (page 4-33) for more information.

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CANbus / Audio Connector

The CANbus/Audio connector is a D-15 male connector located on the back of the Quick
Mount Smart Dock.

The connector supports a headset adapter cable or a CANbus cable. The Thor VM1 does
not support connecting audio and CANbus simultaneously.

See CANbus / Audio Connector (page 8-6) for connector pinout detail.

A headset cable attaches to the CANbus / Audio connector and provides a quick connect
connection for a headset. See Connect Headset Cable (page 4-49) for more information.

The CANbus Y cable has a 9 pin F SAE J1939 (Deutsch) and 9 pin M SAE J1939 (Deutsch)
connector. See Connect CANbus Cable (page 4-50) for more information.

The CANbus interface is a virtual COM port. This port can be accessed using standard Win­dows API calls.

Power Supply Connector

Power is supplied to the Thor VM1 through the power connector. Additionally this assembly pro­vides a connection point for the vehicle’s chassis ground to be connected internally to the conduc­tive chassis of the computer.

The Thor VM1 internal power supply can accept DC input voltages in the range of 10 to 60 Volts
DC.

See Power Supply Connector (page 8-4) for connector pinout detail. See Connect Power (page 4-

28) for more information on connecting power to the Thor VM1.

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Antenna Connections

1 2

3

4

The Thor VM1 is equipped with an 802.11 radio and can be ordered with
internal antennas or external remote mount antennas. When the Thor
VM1 is ordered with internal antennas, the external antenna connectors
are not used. GPS and WWAN are optional on the Thor VM1 and require
external remote mount antennas.

1. WI-FI (MAIN) (Red label) 802.11 Main External Antenna Connector

2. WI-FI (AUX) (Yellow label) 802.11 Auxiliary External Antenna
Connector

3. GPS (Green label) GPS Antenna Connector

4. MOBILE NET (Blue label) WWAN Antenna Connector

External Antenna Connector

When the Thor VM1 is ordered with the internal antenna option, the 802.11 antenna connectors on
the back are not connected to the 802.11 radio. Instead the internal antenna connector is connected
to the 802.11 radio.

Remove the rubber cap, if present, from the antenna connector before connecting an external
antenna.

Internal 802.11 Antenna

If the internal 802.11 antenna option is ordered, antennas are mounted inside the Thor VM1. The internal antennas
are not user accessible.

Vehicle Remote Antenna

The external antennas can be remotely mounted on the vehicle. See Install Remote Antenna (page 4-51) for instruc­tions. External antenna kits are available for the 802.11 Wi-Fi radio, GPS and WWAN.

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