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VC5090 Vehicle Computer

Product Reference Guide

VC5090 Vehicle Computer

Product Reference Guide

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Revision A

August 2007

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without permission in writing from Motorola. This includes electronic or mechanical means, such as photocopying, recording, or information storage and retrieval systems. The material in this manual is subject to change without notice.

The software is provided strictly on an “as i s” basis. All sof twar e, including firmware, furnished to the user is on a licensed basis. Motorola grants to the user a non-transferab le and non-exclusive license to use each software or firmware program delivered hereunder (licensed program). Except as noted below, such license may not be assigned, sublicensed, or otherwise transferred by the user without prior written consent of Motorola. No right to copy a licensed program in whole or in part is granted, except as permitted unde r copyright law. The user shall not modify, merge, or incorporate any form or portion of a licensed program with other program material, create a derivative work from a licensed program, or use a licensed program in a network without written permission from Motorola. The user agrees to maintain Motorola’s copyright notice on the licensed programs delivered hereunder, and to include the same on any authorized copies it makes, in whole or in part. The user agrees not to deco mpile, disassemble, decode, or reverse engineer any licensed program delivered to the user or any portion thereof.

Motorola reserves the right to make changes to any software or product to improve reliability, function, or design.

Motorola does not assume any product liability arising out of, or in connection with, the application or use of any product, circuit, or application described herein.

No license is granted, either expressly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise under any Motorola, Inc., intellectual property rights. An implied license only exists for equipment, circuits, and subsystems contained in Motorola products.

MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo and Symbol and the Symbol logo are registered in the US Patent & Trademark Office. Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG. Microsoft, Windows and ActiveSync are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners.

Motorola, Inc. One Motorola Plaza Holtsville, New York 11742-1300

http://www.symbol.com

Patents

This product is covered by one or more of the patents listed on the web site : http://www.symbol.com/patents.

Warranty

Subject to the terms of Motorola’s hardware warranty statement, the VC5090 Vehicle Computer products are warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of shipment. For the complete Motorola hardware product warranty statement, go to: http://www.symbol.com/warranty.

Revision History

Changes to the original manual are listed below:

Change Date Description

-01 Rev A 5/31/06 Initial release.

-02 Rev A 08/10/07 Updates including: Fusion 2.5, latest OS, AZERTY keyboard, mounting instructions,

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SCM and registry settings, maintenance release (BSP26).

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Table of Contents

Patents.................................................................................................................................................. ii

Warranty............................................................................................................................................... ii

Revision History.................................................................................................................................... iii

About This Guide

Introduction........................................................................................................................................... xiii

Documentation Set ......................................................................................................................... xiii

Configurations....................................................................................................................................... xiv

Software Versions........................................................................................................................... xiv

Chapter Descriptions............................................................................................................................ xv

Notational Conventions......................................................................................................................... xv

Related Documents and Software........................................................................................................ xvi

Service Information............................................................................................................................... xvi

Returning the Vehicle Computer for Service................................................................................... xvii

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 1-1

Unpacking the VC5090 ........................................................................................................................ 1-1

Features ............................................................................................................................................... 1-2

Accessories ......................................................................................................................................... 1-4

Third Party Accessories ....................................................................................................................... 1-6

Getting Started ..................................................................................................................................... 1-7

Installing the Desiccant Bag ........................................................................................................... 1-7

Installing the Vehicle Computer ..................................................................................................... 1-8

Charging the Memory Backup Battery ........................................................................................... 1-8

Starting the Vehicle Computer ....................................................................................................... 1-8

Chapter 2: Installation

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 2-1

Installing the Mounting Bracket ............................................................................................................ 2-2

Installing the VC5090 in a Forklift ........................................................................................................ 2-3

Positioning the Vehicle Computer .................................................................................................. 2-3

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Mounting the Vehicle Computer ..................................................................................................... 2-5

Mounting Bracket Template ..................................................................................................... 2-5

Mounting onto an Over-Head Cross-Beam Example ............................................................... 2-6

Mounting onto an Over-Head Cage Example .......................................................................... 2-7

Mounting on a Dashboard or Horizontal Surface Example ...................................................... 2-8

Routing Electrical Cables ......................................................................................................... 2-9

12 Volt Propane Forklifts .......................................................................................................... 2-10

Electric Forklifts ........................................................................................................................ 2-11

Removing Power to the Vehicle Computer .................................................................................... 2-13

Installing the VC5090 on a Desktop .................................................................................................... 2-15

Mounting the Bracket on a Desktop ............................................................................................... 2-15

Connecting the Vehicle Computer to AC Power ............................................................................ 2-16

Installing the Optional Keyboard .......................................................................................................... 2-17

Adjusting the Keyboard .................................................................................................................. 2-18

Installing a Scanner ............................................................................................................................. 2-21

Connecting an LS3203 or a DS/LS3408 Serial Scanner ............................................................... 2-21

Connecting an DS/LS3408 USB Scanner ...................................................................................... 2-22

Connecting an DS/LS3478 Serial Scanner .................................................................................... 2-24

Connecting a DS/LS3478 USB Scanner ........................................................................................ 2-25

Connecting an LS3578 Bluetooth Scanner .................................................................................... 2-26

Scanner Setup ............................................................................................................................... 2-28

Enable/Disable the Scanner .......................................................................................................... 2-30

Verifying the Scanner is Working Properly .................................................................................... 2-31

Pairing Bluetooth Scanner and Cradle ........................................................................................... 2-31

Installing the Uninterruptable Power Supply ........................................................................................ 2-32

Installing a Secure Digital Card ........................................................................................................... 2-34

Installing a External Antenna ............................................................................................................... 2-36

Installing the Vehicle In-Motion Detector ............................................................................................. 2-37

Normally Closed Switch ................................................................................................................. 2-37

Normally Open Switch ................................................................................................................... 2-37

Operation ....................................................................................................................................... 2-37

Switches ......................................................................................................................................... 2-38

Cable Installation ........................................................................................................................... 2-39

Over-Ride ....................................................................................................................................... 2-42

Connecting Accessories ...................................................................................................................... 2-43

Connecting an External Speaker to the Vehicle Computer ................................................................. 2-43

Chapter 3: Operating the VC5090

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 3-1

Quick Access Panel ............................................................................................................................. 3-1

Power Button ................................................................................................................................. 3-1

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

COMM LED .................................................................................................................................... 3-2

Backlight Control Button ................................................................................................................ 3-3

Programmable (“P”) Keys .............................................................................................................. 3-3

Launch Application ................................................................................................................... 3-4

Simulate KeyPress ................................................................................................................... 3-4

Play Key Sequence .................................................................................................................. 3-5

Using the Keyboard ............................................................................................................................. 3-5

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Keyboard Functionality .................................................................................................................. 3-5

Soft Keyboards ................................................................................................................ .............. 3-6

Adjusting the Brightness ...................................................................................................................... 3-9

Controlling Screen Brightness ....................................................................................................... 3-9

Controlling Keyboard Backlight ...................................................................................................... 3-10

Adjusting the Volume ........................................................................................................................... 3-10

Taskbar ................................................................................................................................................ 3-10

Start Button .................................................................................................................................... 3-12

Programs Menu ............................................................................................................................. 3-13

Desktop Button .............................................................................................................................. 3-13

Task Manager and Properties ........................................................................................................ 3-13

Task Manager .......................................................................................................................... 3-13

Properties ................................................................................................................................. 3-14

Using a Headset .................................................................................................................................. 3-15

Resetting the Vehicle Computer .......................................................................................................... 3-16

Performing a Warm Boot ............................................................................................................... 3-16

Performing a Cold Boot .................................................................................................................. 3-16

Methods of Suspension ................................................................................................................. 3-16

Critical Suspension ........................................................................................................................ 3-16

Waking the Vehicle Computer ....................................................................................................... 3-17

Calibrating the Screen ......................................................................................................................... 3-18

Using the Display ........................................................................................................................... 3-18

Using the Keyboard ....................................................................................................................... 3-19

Checking Battery Status ...................................................................................................................... 3-22

Ignition Sensing ................................................................................................................................... 3-22

Chapter 4: Wireless Applications

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 4-1

Signal Strength Icon ............................................................................................................................ 4-2

Turning the WLAN Radio On and Off .................................................................................................. 4-2

With Fusion 2.0 .............................................................................................................................. 4-2

With Fusion 2.5 .............................................................................................................................. 4-3

Find WLANs Application ...................................................................................................................... 4-4

Profile Editor Wizard ............................................................................................................................ 4-5

Profile ID ........................................................................................................................................ 4-5

Operating Mode ............................................................................................................................. 4-6

Ad-Hoc ........................................................................................................................................... 4-7

Authentication ................................................................................................................................ 4-8

Tunneled Authentication ................................................................................................................ 4-9

User Certificate Selection .............................................................................................................. 4-11

User Certificate Installation ...................................................................................................... 4-11

Server Certificate Selection ........................................................................................................... 4-11

Credential Cache Options .............................................................................................................. 4-12

User Name ............................................................................................................................... 4-14

Password ....................................................................................................................................... 4-15

Advanced Identity .......................................................................................................................... 4-15

Encryption ...................................................................................................................................... 4-16

Key Entry Page ........................................................................................................................ 4-17

Passkey Dialog ........................................................................................................................ 4-17

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IP Mode .......................................................................................................................................... 4-18

IP Address Entry ............................................................................................................................ 4-18

Transmit Power .............................................................................................................................. 4-19

Battery Usage ................................................................................................................................ 4-21

Manage Profiles Application .......................................................................................................... 4-22

Changing Profiles ..................................................................................................................... 4-23

Editing a Profile ........................................................................................................................ 4-23

Creating a New Profile ............................................................................................................. 4-23

Deleting a Profile ...................................................................................................................... 4-24

Ordering Profiles ...................................................................................................................... 4-24

Export a Profile ........................................................................................................................ 4-24

Wireless Status Application ................................................................................................................. 4-25

Signal Strength Window ................................................................................................................. 4-25

Current Profile Window .................................................................................................................. 4-27

IPv4 Status Window ....................................................................................................................... 4-27

Wireless Log Window .................................................................................................................... 4-29

Saving a Log .................................................................................................................. .......... 4-29

Clearing the Log ....................................................................................................................... 4-29

Versions Window ........................................................................................................................... 4-29

Wireless Diagnostics Application ......................................................................................................... 4-30

ICMP Ping Window ........................................................................................................................ 4-31

Trace Route Window ..................................................................................................................... 4-31

Known APs Window .............................................................................................................. ......... 4-32

Options ................................................................................................................................................ 4-33

Operating Mode Filtering ............................................................................................................... 4-33

Regulatory Options ........................................................................................................................ 4-34

Band Selection ............................................................................................................................... 4-34

System Options .............................................................................................................................. 4-35

Change Password .......................................................................................................................... 4-35

Export ............................................................................................................................................. 4-36

Cold Boot Persistence ......................................................................................................................... 4-37

Registry Settings .................................................................................................................................. 4-38

Log On/Off Application ......................................................................................................................... 4-38

User Already Logged In ................................................................................................................. 4-38

No User Logged In ......................................................................................................................... 4-38

Chapter 5: Using Bluetooth

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 5-1

Adaptive Frequency Hopping .............................................................................................................. 5-1

Security ................................................................................................................................................ 5-2

Turning the Bluetooth Radio Mode On and Off ................................................................................... 5-2

Disabling Bluetooth ........................................................................................................................ 5-2

Enabling Bluetooth ......................................................................................................................... 5-2

Bluetooth Power States ................................................................................................................. 5-3

Cold Boot ................................................................................................................................. 5-3

Warm Boot ............................................................................................................................... 5-3

Suspend ................................................................................................................................... 5-3

Resume .................................................................................................................................... 5-3

Bluetooth Profiles ................................................................................................................................. 5-3

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Modes .................................................................................................................................................. 5-5

Wizard Mode .................................................................................................................................. 5-5

Explorer Mode ................................................................................................................................ 5-7

Discovering Bluetooth Device(s) .......................................................................................................... 5-8

Bonding with Discovered Device(s) ......................................................................................... 5-9

Renaming a Bonded Device .................................................................................................... 5-10

Deleting a Bonded Device ....................................................................................................... 5-11

Accepting a Bond ..................................................................................................................... 5-12

Discovering Services ........................................................................................................................... 5-13

File Transfer Services .................................................................................................................... 5-14

Create New File or Folder ........................................................................................................ 5-14

Delete File ................................................................................................................................ 5-15

Get File .................................................................................................................................... 5-15

Put File ..................................................................................................................................... 5-15

Connect to Internet Using Access Point ........................................................................................ 5-15

OBEX Object Push Services .......................................................................................................... 5-15

Send a Picture ......................................................................................................................... 5-16

Headset Services ........................................................................................................................... 5-17

Serial Port Services ....................................................................................................................... 5-18

Personal Area Network Services ................................................................................................... 5-18

Bluetooth Settings ................................................................................................................................ 5-19

Device Info Tab .............................................................................................................................. 5-19

Services Tab .................................................................................................................................. 5-19

File Transfer Service ................................................................................................................ 5-20

OBEX Object Push Service ..................................................................................................... 5-21

Personal Area Networking Service .......................................................................................... 5-22

Serial Port Service ................................................................................................................... 5-22

Headset Service ....................................................................................................................... 5-23

Security Tab ................................................................................................................................... 5-23

Discovery Tab ................................................................................................................................ 5-24

Virtual COM Port Tab ..................................................................................................................... 5-24

Miscellaneous Tab ......................................................................................................................... 5-25

Chapter 6: ActiveSync

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 6-1

Installing ActiveSync ............................................................................................................................ 6-2

Mobile Computer Setup ....................................................................................................................... 6-2

Setting Up an ActiveSync Connection on the Host Computer ............................................................. 6-3

Setting up a Partnership ................................................................................................................ 6-3

Chapter 7: Application Development and Deployment

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 7-1

Software Installation on Development PC (Application Development) ................................................ 7-1

Device Configuration Package ....................................................................................................... 7-1

Platform SDK ................................................................................................................................. 7-2

Symbol Mobility Developer Kit ....................................................................................................... 7-2

Installing Other Development Software ......................................................................................... 7-3

Software Installation on Vehicle Computer .......................................................................................... 7-3

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ActiveSync ..................................................................................................................................... 7-3

SD Card ......................................................................................................................................... 7-4

IPL .................................................................................................................................................. 7-4

Creating and Loading Hex Images ...................................................................................................... 7-6

Starting Terminal Configuration Manager ...................................................................................... 7-6

Defining Script Properties .............................................................................................................. 7-8

Creating the Script for the Hex Image ............................................................................................ 7-9

Opening a New or Existing Script ............................................................................................ 7-9

Updating TCM 1.X Scripts ....................................................................................................... 7-9

Copying Components to the Script .......................................................................................... 7-10

Saving the Script ...................................................................................................................... 7-10

Building the Image ......................................................................................................................... 7-10

Sending the Hex Image ....................................................................................................................... 7-11

Using TCM ..................................................................................................................................... 7-11

Using SD Card ............................................................................................................................... 7-15

TCM Error Messages ........................................................................................................................... 7-18

IPL Error Detection .............................................................................................................................. 7-20

Creating a Splash Screen .................................................................................................................... 7-22

Splash Screen Format ................................................................................................................... 7-22

Flash Storage ...................................................................................................................................... 7-22

FFS Partitions ................................................................................................................................ 7-22

Working with FFS Partitions ........................................................................................................... 7-23

RegMerge.dll ............................................................................................................................ 7-23

CopyFiles ................................................................................................................................. 7-23

Non-FFS Partitions ........................................................................................................................ 7-24

Downloading Partitions to the Vehicle Computer ........................................................................... 7-24

Chapter 8: Staging and Provisioning

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 8-1

Staging ................................................................................................................................................. 8-1

RD Client Version 1.9.0 ................................................................................................................. 8-1

Scanning RD Bar Codes .......................................................................................................... 8-2

RD Client Version 3.28 .................................................................................................................. 8-4

Bar Code Scanning ........................................................................................................................ 8-4

On-Demand Staging ...................................................................................................................... 8-7

ActiveSync Connection Mode .................................................................................................. 8-7

Already existing IP Connection Mode ...................................................................................... 8-7

Well-known WLAN Connection Mode ...................................................................................... 8-8

RD Client Main Menu ..................................................................................................................... 8-10

Client Info ................................................................................................................................. 8-10

Log Menu ................................................................................................................................. 8-11

View Log .................................................................................................................................. 8-11

View Job Log ........................................................................................................................... 8-12

Set Log Level ........................................................................................................................... 8-12

Set Job Log Level .................................................................................................................... 8-13

Package List ............................................................................................................................ 8-13

Provisioning ......................................................................................................................................... 8-15

MSP Agent ..................................................................................................................................... 8-15

MSP Agent Main Menu ............................................................................................................ 8-15

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AirBEAM Smart Client .................................................................................................................... 8-22

AirBEAM Package Builder ....................................................................................................... 8-22

AirBEAM Smart Client .............................................................................................................. 8-22

Chapter 9: Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 9-1

Maintaining the Vehicle Computer ....................................................................................................... 9-1

Returning the Vehicle Computer for Service .................................................................................. 9-2

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................... 9-2

Appendix A: Specifications

Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... A-1

Vehicle Computer .......................................................................................................................... A-1

Vehicle Computer Connectors ............................................................................................................. A-3

Appendix B: Software Configuration

Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... B-1

Wavelink TelnetCE .............................................................................................................................. B-1

Citrix ICA Client ................................................................................................................................... B-1

Setting Up Remote Desktop Client in AppCenter ................................................................................ B-2

Disabling the VC5090 Heater .............................................................................................................. B-3

Scanning through Remote Desktop ..................................................................................................... B-3

Often Used Registry Settings .............................................................................................................. B-5

AutoHide Task Bar ......................................................................................................................... B-5

Toggle Function Key ...................................................................................................................... B-5

Toggle Shift Key .............................................................................................................. ............... B-5

Power Suspend .............................................................................................................................. B-6

External Antenna ........................................................................................................................... B-6

Ignition Timeout ............................................................................................................................. B-7

Registry Values for P1/P2/P3 Keys ............................................................................................... B-7

System Configuration Manager ........................................................................................................... B-9

File Types ...................................................................................................................................... B-9

User Interface ................................................................................................................................ B-9

Menu Functions ....................................................................................................................... B-10

Parameter State Indicators ...................................................................................................... B-11

Window Status Bar .................................................................................................................. B-12

File Deployment ............................................................................................................................. B-12

Glossary

Index

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About This Guide

Introduction

The VC5090 Product Reference Guide provides information about the VC5090 vehicle computer using Microsoft® Windows

CE 5.0 operating system and its accessories.

NOTE Screens and windows pictured in this guide are samples and can differ from actual screens.

Documentation Set

The documentation set for the VC5090 is divided into guides that provide information for specific user needs.

•

VC5090 Quick Reference Guide - describes how to install and use the VC5090 vehicle computer.

•

VC5090 Product Reference Guide - provides an in-depth descriptio n on how to use and se tup the VC5090

vehicle computer and its accessories.

•

Microsoft Application Guide - describes how to use Microsoft developed applications that reside on the

VC5090 vehicle computer.

•

Symbol Application Guide - describes how to use Symbol developed applica tions available for the VC5090

vehicle computer.

•

SMDK Help File - provides API information for writing applications.

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Configurations

This guide covers the following configurations:

Configuration Radios Display Memory

VC5090 Full Screen

VC5090 Half Screen

WLAN: 802.11a/b/g WPAN: Bluetooth

12.1” SVGA color

10.4” Half SVGA color

128 MB SDRAM/ 128 MB NAND Flash and 64 MB NOR Flash

Data

Capture

Optional Scanner

OS Keypad

Windows CE 5.0 Professional

Optional USB QWERTY or AZERTY keyboard

Built-In QWERTY or AZERTY keyboard

Software Versions

This guide covers various software configurations and references are made to operating system or software versions for:

•

OEM version

•

Fusion version.

OEM Software

To determine the OEM software version: Tap

Start > Settings > Control Panel > System Information icon > System tab.

Fusion Software

To determine the Fusion software version: Tap

Wireless Strength icon > Wireless Status > Versions.

Chapter Descriptions

Topics covered in this guide are as follows:

About This Guide xv

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Chapter 1, Getting Started, provides information on getting the vehicle computer up and running for the first

time.

•

Chapter 2, Installation, provides instructions for installing the vehicle computer in a forklift, on a wall or on a

desktop. Provides instructions for installing accessories.

•

Chapter 3, Operating the VC5090, explains how to use the vehicle computer. This includes instructions for

powering on and resetting the vehicle computer, entering and capturing data.

•

Chapter 4, Wireless Applications, provides instructions for usin g an d co nf igu rin g th e mo b ile com p ut er on a

wireless network.

•

Chapter 5, Using Bluetooth, explains how to use Bluetooth functionality on the vehicle computer.

•

Chapter 6, ActiveSync, provides instructions for installing and configuring ActiveSync.

•

Chapter 7, Application Development and Deploym e nt, provides instructions for installing the Device

Configuration Package (DCP) for the VC5090 and the SMDK for C on the host computer and downloading software files to the mobile computer.

•

Chapter 8, Staging and Provisioning, provides instructions for staging and provisioning the vehicle computer.

•

Chapter 9, Maintenance and Troubleshooting, includes instructions on cleaning and storing the vehicle

computer, and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during vehicle computer operation.

•

Appendix A, Specifications, includes a table listing the technical specifications for the vehicle computer.

•

Appendix B, Software Configuration, includes special configuration instru ction for third party software used

with the vehicle computer.

Notational Conventions

The following conventions are used in this document:

•

“Vehicle computer” refers to the VC5090 series of vehicle computers.

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•

Italics are used to highlight the following:

• Chapters and sections in this and related documents.

•

Bold text is used to highlight the following:

• Key names on a keyboard

• Button names on a screen

• Dialog box, window and screen names

• Drop-down list and text box names

• Check box and radio button names

• Icons on a screen.

•

Bullets (•) indicate:

• Action items

• Lists of alternatives

• Lists of required steps that are not necessa rily sequential.

•

Sequential lists (e.g., those that describe step-by-s te p pr oc ed ur e s) ap pe a r as nu m be re d lists.

Service Information

If you have a problem with your equipment, contact Motorola Enterprise Mobility support for your region. Contact information is available at: http://www.symbol.com/contactsupport

When contacting Enterprise Mobility support, please have the following information available:

•

Serial number of the unit

•

Model number or product name

•

Software type and version number.

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Motorola responds to calls by email, telephone or fax within the time limits set forth in support agreements. If your problem cannot be solved by Motorola Enterprise Mobility Support, you may need to return your equipment

for servicing and will be given specific directions. Motorola is not responsible for any damages incurred during shipment if the approved shipping container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the warranty.

If you purchased your Enterprise Mobility business product from a Motorola business partner, contact that business partner for support.

Returning the Vehicle Computer for Service

NOTE Motorola has taken great care to ensure environmental conditions such as humidity will not affect the stability

of the vehicle computer. This is accomplished my means of desiccant bags which can be inserted by the user upon receipt of the vehicle computer. In the event, the vehicle computer needs to be shipped by air carrier to Motorola for repair or maintenance, it is essential that the user remove the desiccant door cover before the vehicle computer is packaged for shipment. The reason for this step is to avoid compromising the vehicle computer as a result of pressurization during air transit. The user must simply remove the screws associated with the desiccant door on the back of the unit. Discard the used desiccant bags. Upo n re ce i pt of th e re paired vehicle computer, the user should insert new desiccant bags (if used) and reseal the doors using new screws.

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Chapter 1 Getting Started

Introduction

The VC5090 vehicle-mounted mobile computer is a rugged device for use on heavy eq uipment, especially forklif t s. Designed for distribution centers, factory floors and warehouses, the VC5090 supports real-time receiving, tracking, put-away, picking and shipping applications. Sealed to IP66 standards for protection against dust and water and shock-tested, the VC5090 offers reliable performance in the most extreme temperatures and environmental conditions. It tolerates sub-zero freezers, as well as the vibration and shock of forklift operations, increasing the reach of your enterprise mobility solution.

Unpacking the VC5090

When you remove the vehicle computer from its box, save the bo x and shipping material in case you need to ship or store the vehicle computer . Check the content s of the box against the invoice for completeness and contact your local Motorola service representative if there is a problem.

The VC5090 shipping box contains:

• vehicle computer

• mounting bracket

• vehicle power cable

• desiccant kit

• desiccant package

• screws

• desiccant door

• hardware kit

• hardware

• two cap screws

• two lock washers

• two flat washers

• two friction pads

• mounting bracket hardware

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Display

Keyboard (optional)

Mounting Bracket

Power LED

Backlight Control Button

Quick Access Panel

Power Button

Backlight Control LED

COMM LED

• four cap screws

• eight flat washers

• eight lock washers

• four hex nuts

• three fuses and three fuse holders

• VC5090 Quick Reference Guide

• Wavelink Information sheet.

Features

The VC5090 has the following features:

• integrated 802.11a/b/g wireless LAN radio

• Windows

• Intel

• 128 MB SDRAM, 192 MB Flash (128 MB NAND Flash and 64 MB NOR Flash)

CE 5.0 Professional Operating System

PXA270 624 MHz CPU

• 10.4” half-SVGA (800 x 320) or 12.1” full-SVGA (800 x600) color display

• wireless and wired printing

• integrated antennas

• integrated speakers.

Figure 1-1 VC5090 (Full Screen) Front View

Getting Started 1 - 3

Display

Keyboard

Power Button

Backlight Control Button

Quick Access

Panel

Power LED

Backlight Control LED

COMM LED

Antenna Port for

Optional External

Antenna

Main Power

Switch

Speaker

Desiccant Door

UPS/Memory

Card Door

Speaker

Figure 1-2 VC5090 (Half Screen) Front View

Figure 1-3 VC5090 Back View

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Power

Connector

COM1 Port

Connector

USB A

Connector (Host)

USB/Keyboard

Connector

Audio

Connector

COM2 Port

Connector

USB B

Connector

(Client)

Figure 1-4 VC5090 Bottom View

Accessories

Table 1-2 lists the accessories available from Motorola for the VC5090:

Table 1-1 VC5090 Accessories

Accessory Description

External Keyboard Optional USB keyboard for full-screen configuration. Keyboard Cover Provides added protection for external keyboard ( pkg 5). Part Number: 90500125-R. Screen Protector Replacement screen protector film for either the full screen or half screen

configurations. Screen Protector for full screen (pkg 5); Part number: S01-69211106-R. Screen Protector for half screen (pkg 5); Part number: S01-69211107-R.

Uninterruptable Power Supply Kit

Battery used to maintain operation, for at least 15 minutes, when power is temporarily interrupted (for example: vehicle battery changes and poor power

conditions). Part Number: BTRY-VC50IAB00. Desiccant Kit Replacement desiccant bags. Part Number: KT-84524-01. In-Motion Detector Cable Cable that connects the VC5090 and the vehicle accelerator pedal that detect s when

the vehicle is moving and blanks the screen so that the operator is not distracted

while driving. Part Number: 25-82420-01R. Vehicle Power Cable Replacement power cable for connecting the VC5090 to a power vehicle power

source. Part number: 25-71919-01R.

Replacement filtered power cable for connecting the VC5090 to a power vehicle

power source. Part Number: 25-71919-02R.

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Table 1-1 VC5090 Accessories (Continued)

Accessory Description

Secure Digital Card Provides secondary non-volatile storage. Recommended secure digital (SD) cards:

• 128 MB

• ATP part number AF128SDI-AG

• SimpleTech part number SYMNYSD128AE

• 256 MB

• ATP part number AF256SDI-AG

• SimpleTech part number SYMNYSD256AE

• 512 MB

• ATP part number AF512SDI-AG

• SimpleTech part number SYMNYSD512AE

•1 GB

• ATP part number AF1GBSDI-AG

• SimpleTech part number SYMNYSD1GBAE

Angle Adjustment Handles

Scanners LS3203 serial laser scanner

Serial ActiveSync Cable Cable to connect the VC5090 to a host computer to perform serial ActiveSync

USB ActiveSync Cable Cable to connect the VC5090 to a host computer to perform USB ActiveSync

USB Host Cable Cable to connect the VC5090 as a host device. Rugged connector to USB A jack

LS3203 Scanner Serial Cable

LS3408 Scanner Serial Cable

Optional handles for adjusting position of VC5090 in mounting bracket. Part Number:

90500115-R

LS3408 serial/USB laser scanner

DS3408 serial/USB imager

LS3478 Bluetooth serial/USB laser scanner (with cradle)

DS3478 Bluetooth serial/USB imager (with cradle).

LS3578 Bluetooth laser scanner.

communication. Rugged connector to 9-pin RS-232 connector. Part number

25-71914-01R.

communication. Standard USB B connector to USB A connector. Part number

25-64396-01R.

connector. Part number 25-71915-01R.

Cable to connect the Symbol LS3203 serial scanner to the VC5090 se ria l po rt. Part

number 25-71916-01R.

Cable to connect the following Symbol serial scanners to the VC5090 ser ial port. Part

number 25-71917-02R.

• LS3408 laser scanner

• DS3408 imager

• LS3478 Bluetooth laser scanner (with cradle)

• DS3478 Bluetooth imager (with cradle).

LS3408 Scanner USB Cable

Cable to connect the following Symbol laser scanners or imagers to the VC5090

USB/Keyboard port. Part number 25-71918-01R.

• LS3408 laser scanner

• DS3408 imager

• LS3478 Bluetooth laser scanner (with cradle)

• DS3478 Bluetooth imager (with cradle).

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Table 1-1 VC5090 Accessories (Continued)

Accessory Description

RS232 Cable Cable to connect the VC5090 to a serial device. Part number 25-71924-01R. AC Power Supply Power supply for use in wall or desktop mounted applications. Part nu m be r

50-14001-004 or 50-14001-004R. DC Power Cable Power cable for use in wall or desktop mounted applications that connects the AC

power supply to the VC5090. Part number 25-71920-01 or 25-71920-01R. Software Symbol Mobility Developer Kits, available at: http://support.symbol.com

Third Party Accessories

Table 1-2 lists the accessories available for the VC5090 from third party vendors:

Table 1-2 VC5090 Third Party Accessories

Peripheral Manufacturer Description Vendor

CB Mode Handset with Adapter Cable

Headset and Adapter Cable

External Antenna Centurion™

Zebra Road Warrior Printer Cable

Zebra QL-220/320/420 Printer Cable

Sinbon Provides handset communication for

Sinbon Provides voice communication for

WTS2450-RPSMA Zebra Provides connection between vehicle

Zebra Provides connection between vehicle

Device Configuration Package for VC5090c (DCP for VC5090c), available at:

http://support.symbol.com

audio applications.

audio applications. Provides external antenna for remote

mounting.

computer and printer.

Sinbon Technologies http://www.sinbon.com

Arcadian Inc. 1-888-925-5967

Zebra Technologies Corporation

O’Neill MF-2T/4T Printer Cable

Mobility USB Peripheral Ethernet Adapter

O’Neill Provides connection between vehicle

computer and printer.

Cradlepoint, Inc. Provides wired Ethernet network

connection for fixed mount applications.

O'Neil Product Development, Inc.

Cradlepoint, Inc.

Getting Started

Desiccant Bags

Desiccant Door

Desiccant Well

In order to start using the vehicle computer for the first time:

• install the desiccant bags and desiccant door or install only desiccant door

• install the vehicle computer in a vehicle or on a wall or desktop

• start the vehicle computer.

Installing the Desiccant Bag

NOTE Motorola recommends installing the desiccant bags in environments where extreme temperature changes occur,

such as applications where the device may be continuously moved between a freezer and a hot / humid area. Desiccant bags should be replaced more often in the hot / humid months of summer and less frequently in dry/cold months of winter. If desiccant is not used, the desiccant door must still be installed and secured. Replacement Desiccant Kits are available from Motorola, Part Number: KT-84524-01.

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1. Open the desiccant kit and remove all items:

• desiccant package

• desiccant door

• screws.

2. Open the desiccant package and remove the six desiccant bags.

3. Place three desiccant bags in the desiccant well.

4. Place the other three desiccant bags in the back of the desiccant door.

Figure 1-5 Installing Desiccant Bags

5. Ensure that the door seal is in place.

6. Carefully place the desiccant door onto the back housing. Ensure that the desiccant bags do not interfere with door seal.

7. Secure the door to the back hous ing usin g th e fou r scre ws.

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CAUTION Ensure that you torque the screws to seal the device properly. Otherwise, sealing can be compromised.

8. Torque the screws to 9 ± 0.5 kgf/cm (7.8 ± 0.4 in-lbs).

Installing the Vehicle Computer

Refer to Chapter 2, Installation for information on installing the vehicle computer onto a vehicle or to a fixed mount, as well as installing accessories.

Charging the Memory Backup Battery

The vehicle computer is equipped with a memory backup battery which automatically charges from the inpu t power whether its operating or is in suspend mode. The memory backup battery retains data in memory for at least 72 hours when power is removed or the UPS is fully discharged. When the vehicle computer is used for the first time, the backup battery requires approximately 15 hours to fully charge. Do not remove power from the vehicle computer for 15 hours to ensure that the backup battery fu lly charges. The Main Power switch on top of the vehicle computer must be set to the on position. If power is removed from the vehicle computer and the UPS is fully discharged, the backup battery comple tely discharges in se veral hours. The backup battery retains data in memory for at least 72 hours when power is removed.

NOTE Do not remove power to the vehicle computer within the first 15 hours of use. If the power is removed before

the backup battery is fully charged, data may be lost. The Main Power switch on top of the vehicle computer must be set to the on position.

Starting the Vehicle Computer

To power on the VC5090, place the Main Power switch, located on the top of the VC5090, to the on (|) position. The VC5090 initializes and the splash screen appears followed by the calibration screen. Follow the instructions for calibrating the screen. If the vehicle computer does not power on, See Troubleshooting on page 9-2.

To suspend the VC5090’s operation, press the Power button on the Quick Access Panel. All data is preserved, so the applications running continue after suspension. Press the Power button again to resume normal operation.

NOTE The power is applied at all times if the VC5090 is hard wired to the vehicle battery. If using the Ignition Sense

cable and the vehicle ignition is off, then power is not applied to the vehicle computer.

Chapter 2 Installation

Introduction

This chapter describes how to install the vehicle computer in a vehicle or on a desktop and connecting the vehicle computer to a power source. There are different installation options depending on the type of vehicle. This chapter also describes how to install the various accessories for the vehicle computer . Read all of the following instructions before you begin.

WARNING! The vehicle computer and bracket must be firmly secured to a surface that can support the

vehicle computer’s weight.

CAUTION A competent engineer must perform the installation in a vehicle. Improper installation can damage your

vehicle and/or the VC5090. Do not install the vehicle computer in a location that will affect vehicle safety, driveability, or visibility.

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Mounting Bracket

Flat Washer Lock Washer

Friction Pad

Cap Screw

Friction Pad Mounting Area

Installing the Mounting Bracket

CAUTION It is required to use the Motorola provided mounti ng bracket.

Figure 2-1

1. Position the friction pads in the friction pad mounting area.

2. Position the mounting bracket over the mounting holes.

3. Place washers onto cap screws.

4. Screw cap screws into mounting holes and tighten. Torque the cap screws to 276 ± 8.7 kgf/cm (239.6 ±

7.6 in-lbs).

Mounting Bracket Installation

Installing the VC5090 in a Forklift

CAUTION A competent engineer must perform the installation in a vehicle. Improper installation can injure the

operator and damage your vehicle and/or the VC5090.

Follow the instructions below to properly install the VC5090 in a forklift.

• Determine the best location for mounting the vehicle computer taking into conside ration the driver’s field of view and ease of accessing the vehicle computer.

• Install the appropriate mounting hardware.The VC5090 ship s with four cap screws (3/8” - 16 - 2”) for secu ring the mounting bracket. If the supplied cap screws are not long enough, use 3/8” - 16 - X stainless steel cap screws where X represents the length in inches of the required cap screws.

• Connect the vehicle computer to the vehicle’s wiring system.

Positioning the Vehicle Computer

• Determine the best position for the vehicle computer and all the associated components. If a similar vehicle computer was previously installed, check to see if the position it used is suitable for the VC5090.

Installation 2 - 3

• Test the installation for at least 30 minutes before installing on another vehicle. Record all details:

• Check that the position of the vehicle computer does not obstruct vehicle controls.

Figure 2-2

View Obstruction

• Check that the vehicle computer does not obstruct the driver's view.

• Check the position of the vehicle computer for user comfort over long periods.

• Check positioning to avoid extreme wrist angles that may cause injury.

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Figure 2-3

Figure 2-4

Avoid Extreme Wrist Angles

Optimum Wrist Positions

Mounting the Vehicle Computer

Drill Holes: 10.1 mm ± 0.1 mm

0.43 ± 0.004 in.

160.00 ± 0.20 mm

6.299 ± 0.008 in.

25.40 ± 0.10 mm

1.00 ±0.004 in.

Mounting Bracket Template

Installation 2 - 5

Figure 2-5

Mounting Template

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Important Fixing Information

CAUTION Any modi fication to supplied mounting bracket could cause failure of the unit and/or mountings.

• Mounting surface must be flat and stiff and it must extend evenly for the en tire length o f the mounting bracket surface.

• All four mounting holes must be used.

• All nuts and bolts must be checked periodically and tightened if required.

• When installing the vehicle computer , care must be taken to ensure that the mounting bracket footprint is fully supported. Additional plates may be required to achieve this.

• Do not mount the vehicle computer with the mounting br acket perp endicular to a wall as shown in Figure 2-6 .

Figure 2-6

Incorrect Mounting

Mounting onto an Over-Head Cross-Beam Example

The diagram below illustrates a typical installation where the vehicle computer is mounted onto a cross-beam.

Installation 2 - 7

Nuts

Flat Washers

Cap Screws

Vehicle Cross-Beam

Mounting Bracket

Lock Washers

Flat Washers

Figure 2-7

Mounting the VC5090 onto an Over-Head Cross-Beam Example

Mounting onto an Over-Head Cage Example

The diagrams below illustrates a typical installation where the vehicle computer is mounted on an overhead cage. A customer supplied mounting plate must be used that can withstand the weig ht of the vehicle computer under vibration and shock. The plate must be made of stainless steel or hardened steel with the following dimensions: 3.0 in. (76.0 mm) wide, 8.66 in. (220.0 mm) long and 0.2 in. (5.0 mm) thick. The plate must be secured with hardware or to the underside of the cage by welding.

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Nuts

Lock Washers

Cap Screws

Customer Supplied Mounting Plate

Mounting Bracket

Flat Washers

Lock Washers

Nuts

Lock Washers

Cap Screws

Customer Supplied Mounting Plate Welded to Beams

Mounting Bracket

Flat Washers Flat Washers

Lock Washers

Figure 2-8

Figure 2-9

Mounting on Flat Overhead Beams

Mounting on Transverse Overhead Beams

Mounting on a Dashboard or Horizontal Surface Example

The diagram below illustrates a typical installation where the vehicle computer is mounted on a dashboard or horizontal flat surface.

NOTE If mounting to a thin surface, a reinforcing plate maybe required.

Installation 2 - 9

Nuts

Lock Washers

Cap Screws

Mounting Bracket

Mounting Surface

Flat Washers

Lock Washers

Flat Washers

Figure 2-10

Mounting on a Vehicle Shelf

Routing Electrical Cables

• Establish a neat route for the cable, staying clear of moving parts or hot surfaces.

• Fix the cable to existing cable runs inside the vehicle using cable ties, but make sure they are away fr om any moving or hot surfaces.

• When the cabling must go through a panel, use a suitable gland.

• When fixing the conduit or cable on the outside of a vehicle, use P-Clips. Either drill and tap the hole or use a nut and bolt to secure the clip.

• Ensure the cable does not have tight bends. The minimum recommended radius is 63.5 mm (2.5 in.).

• Ensure cables do not swing or chafe on the structure. This often requires using cable ties approximately every foot, and ensuring the cables do not flex often, especially where they connect to the VC50 90. However , if you must re-position the VC5090 occasionally, ensure there is enough slack in the cable to accommodate movement without putting tension on the cable.

• DO NOT wind a cable in and out of the mesh on a cage.

• On electric vehicles, take the power from as clo se to th e ba ttery as po ssibl e, but not directly fr om the ba ttery terminals, and not before any main fuse.

• On gasoline, diesel or propane vehicles, take the power from as close to the battery terminals as possible, and avoid using existing wiring.

• Ensure that all fuses are as close as possible to the power source.

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VC5090

20A Fuse

1A Fuse

Ignition Switch

20A Fuse

Vehicle

Battery

Power Cable

25-71919-01R

Yellow

Red

Green

Black

12 Volt Propane Forklifts

NOTE The vehicle computer contains an Ignition Sense feature that detects when the ignition switch is turned off

and shuts the vehicle computer down after a preprogrammed timeout. This feature allows the operator to use the vehicle computer for a predetermined time period after the ignition switch is turned off, then shuts the vehicle computer down automatically to prevent over-discharge of the forklift battery. The timeout period is adjustable by the user (see Ignition Sensing on page 3-22 for setting the timeout value). The normal current draw of a suspended vehicle computer is approximately 500mA. When the vehicle computer shuts down using the Ignition Sense feature, current draw is reduced to approximately 5 mA. This feature provides the automatic shutoff functionality of an external relay, without requiring an actual relay and has the added benefit of allowing the user to work for a preset time period before shutting down.

• All power wiring must use the supplied power cable.

• Fuses:

• two 3AG, 20A, 250V, SLO BLO fuses

• one 3AG, 1A, 250V, SLO BLO fuse.

• Keep the path between the battery and the veh icle compu ter as short as possible, and away from any part of the ignition high tension system.

Figure 2-11

1. Disconnect the vehicle battery.

2. Connect the green wire to the vehicle’s negative power source.

3. Shorten cable to desired length.

4. Place a fuse and fuse holder in-line of the red, black and yellow wires approximately four inches from the cable

end, as shown below.

Wiring Diagram

NOTE See the vehicle Owner's Manual for specific wiring information.

Installation 2 - 11

Fuse Holder Fuse HolderShrink Tubing Fuse

Wire

Shrink Tubing

Figure 2-12

5. Slide shrink tubing over wires.

6. Strip wires (0.4 in./10 mm) and insert into the fuse holder. Crimp fuse holder ends to ensure a proper electrical

Fuse Connection

connection (use Thomas & Betts WT-11-M crimp tool or equivalent).

7. Heat shrink tubing.

8. Connect the red wire to the vehicle's positive power source. Connect the black wire to the vehicle's negative

power source.

NOTE The vehicle computer contains an Ignition Sense feature that detects when the ignition switch is turned off

9. Connect the yellow wire to the vehicle's ignition switch. If you do not plan on using the Ignition Sense feature,

connect the yellow wire to the vehicle’s positive power source.

10. Ensure the wiring connections created are sufficiently insulated from each other.

11. Re-connect the vehicle battery.

12. Insert the power cable connector into the vehicle computer's Power port. Align the keyway on the power

connector with the notch on the vehicle computer’s power port.

Electric Forklifts

There are currently two power cable options for electrical forklifts:

• 12 volt electric fork lifts

• 24 to 48 volt fork lifts.

12 Volt Forklifts

NOTE Use power cable, p/n 25-71919-01R.

See the vehicle Owner's Manual for specific wiring information.

1. Disconnect the vehicle battery.

2. Connect the green wire to the vehicle’s negative power source.

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3. Shorten cable to desired length.

4. Place a fuse and fuse holder in-line of the red, black and yellow wires approximately four inches from the cable

end, as shown in Figure 2-6 on page 2-6.

5. Slide shrink tubing over wires.

6. Strip wires (0.4 in./10 mm) and insert into the fuse holder. Crimp fuse holder ends to ensure a proper electrical

connection (use Thomas & Betts WT-11-M crimp tool or equivalent).

7. Heat shrink tubing.

8. Connect the red wire to the vehicle's positive power source. Connect the black wire to the vehicle's negative

power source.

NOTE The vehicle computer contains an Ignition Sense feature that detects when the ignition switch is turned off

9. Connect the yellow wire to the vehicle's ignition switch. If you do not plan on using the Ignition Sense feature,

connect the yellow wire to the vehicle’s positive power source.

10. Ensure the wiring connections created are sufficiently insulated from each other.

11. Re-connect the vehicle battery.

12. Insert the power cable connector into the vehicle computer's Power port. Align the keyway on the power

connector with the notch on the vehicle computer’s power port.

24 to 48 Volt Forklifts

NOTE Use power cable, p/n 25-71919-02R.

See the vehicle Owner's Manual for specific wiring information.

This power cable needs to be connected between the forklift powe r source and the VC5090 in order to reduce potentially problematic electrical noise generated by the forklift’ s electric motor drive. T his power cab le shou ld only be used on nominal 24 to 48 volt electric forklifts. Do not use this power cable if th e electric forklift is providing power through a DC to DC converter with an output less than 24 volts. When using the power cable, the ignition sense feature of the VC5090 is disabled.

WARNING! Never perform an installation on a live electric forklift.

• All power wiring must use the supplied power cable.

• Fuses: two 3AG , 20A, 250V, SLO BLO fuses

1. Place the VC5090 main power switch on top of the device to the off position.

2. Disconnect the forklift battery.

Installation 2 - 13

VC5090

20A Fuse

Vehicle Battery

Power Cable

25-71919-02R

Red

Green

Black

Filter

Box

3. Select a location for mounting the filter box. This should be on a hard flat surface and in a location where the

connector end of the cable reaches the vehicle computer.

4. Secure the filter box of the power cable to the forklift, using #8 screws or bo lts.

5. Connect the green wire to the vehicle's negative power source.

Figure 2-13

6. Place a fuse and fuse holder in-line of the red and black wir es approximately four inches from the cable en d, as

Wiring Diagram

shown in Figure 2-6 on page 2-6.

7. Slide shrink tubing over wires.

8. Strip the wires (0.4 in./10 mm) and insert into the fuse holder. Crimp fuse holder ends to ensure a proper

electrical connection (use Thomas & Betts WT-11-M crimp tool or equivalent).

9. Heat shrink tubing.

10. Connect the red wire to the vehicle's positive power source. Connect the black wire to the vehicle's negative

power source.

11. Ensure the wiring connections created are sufficiently insulated from each other.

12. Re-connect the vehicle battery.

13. Insert the power cable connector into the vehicle computer's Power port. Align the keyway on the power

connector with the notch on the vehicle computer’s power port.

Removing Power to the Vehicle Computer

NOTE Place the vehicle computer in suspend mode prior to removing power.

If it is required to remove the vehicle computer from a power source (replace a vehicle’s battery):

1. Ensure that all the Forklift Ignition Off wakeup settings are set to No. Tap > Settings > Control Panel > Power icon > Wakeup tab to view the wakeup settings.

2. Press the Power button on the Quick Access Panel to place the vehicle computer in suspend mode.

3. Turn the vehicle ignition switch to the off position, if applicable.

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4. Remove power to the vehicle computer.

5. After re-applying power, turn the vehicle ignition switch to the on position, if applicable.

6. Press the Power button on the Quick Access Panel to resume normal operation .

Installing the VC5090 on a Desktop

Nuts

Lock Washers

Cap Screws

Mounting Bracket

Mounting Surface

Flat Washers

Lock Washers

Flat Washers

To use the vehicle computer in a desk-mounted application:

• Install the mounting bracket to the desktop.

• Connect the vehicle computer to the AC power supply.

Mounting the Bracket on a Desktop

CAUTION If mounting to a thin surface such as drywall or plywo od, a reinforcing plate is required.

NOTE The VC5090 ships with four cap screws (3/8” - 16 - 2”) for securing the mounting bracket. If the supplied cap

screws are not long enough, use 3/8” - 16 - X stainless steel cap screws where X represents the length in inches of the required cap screws.

Installation 2 - 15

Figure 2-14

Mounting on a Desktop

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DC Power Cable

(25-71920-01 or

25-71920-01R)

Universal Power Supply

(50-14001-004

or 50-14001-004R)

AC Line Cord

Power Port

Connecting the Vehicle Computer to AC Power

NOTE Use only a Motorola-approved power supply, output rated 12 VDC and minimum 9A (part number

50-14001-004 or 50-14001-004R). The power supply is certified to EN60950 with SELV outputs.

HINWEIS Benutzen Sie nur eine Motorola genehmigt Stromversorgung in den Ausgabe: 12 VDC und minimum 9A

(part number 50-14001-004 or 50-14001-004R). Die Stromversorgung ist bescheinigt nach EN60950 mit SELV Ausgaben.

To provide power from an AC source:

1. Insert the AC line cord into the AC connector on the universal power supply.

Figure 2-15

2. Plug the other end of the AC power cable into a wall outlet.

3. Insert the DC power cable into the DC connector on the universal power supply.

4. Plug the other end of the cable into the vehicle computer’s Power port.

Connecting AC power

Installing the Optional Keyboard

Left Hand

Bracket

Cap Screws with

Captive Washers

Quick Release Tabs

NOTE The optional keyboard is only available on the full-screen configuration.

The keyboard kit contains the following items:

• keyboard

• two keyboard brackets

• four cap screws with captive washers

• two locking knobs

• four flat and lock washers.

1. Attach the keyboard brackets to both sides of the VC5090, using the cap screws with captive washers.

Installation 2 - 17

Figure 2-16

2. Torque the screws to 230 kgf/cm (200 in-lbs).

3. Squeeze the quick release tabs on the keyboard and align the keyboard with the brackets.

Figure 2-17

Attaching the Brackets to the VC5090

Quick Release Tabs

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Locking Knob Retracted

Alignment

Alignment Pin

Holes

Screw Hole

Lock Washer

Flat Washer

USB/Keyboard Connector

Keyboard Cable

4. Release the quick release tabs to insert the alignment pins through an alignment hole on each of the brackets.

5. Insert the keyboard locking knobs through the brackets and screw into the keyboard.

Figure 2-18

6. Tighten the locking knobs.

7. Plug the keyboard cable into the USB/Keyboard connector on the back of the VC5090.

Figure 2-19

Adjusting the Keyboard

Attaching the Keyboard

Keyboard Port

To adjust the keyboard:

1. Loosen the locking knobs.

Installation 2 - 19

Figure 2-20

2. Squeeze the quick release tabs.

Figure 2-21

3. Move the keyboard to the desired position.

Loosen Locking Knobs

Squeeze Quick Release Tabs

Figure 2-22

4. Release the quick release tabs.

Adjust Keyboard

NOTE Ensure that the positioning pins lock into the positioning holes in both brackets.

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5. Tighten the locking knobs.

Figure 2-23

Tighten Locking Knobs

Installing a Scanner

COM2 Port

COM1 Port

The following Symbol scanners can be connected to the vehicle computer:

• LS3203 serial laser scanner

• LS3408 serial/USB laser scanner

• DS3408 serial/USB imager

• LS3478 Bluetooth laser scanner (with serial/USB cradle)

• DS3478 Bluetooth imager (with serial/USB cradle)

• LS3578 Bluetooth laser scanner.

Connecting an LS3203 or a DS/LS3408 Serial Scanner

NOTE Refer to the scanner Product Reference Guide for information on configuring the scanner.

To connect an LS3203, DS3408 or LS3408 serial scanner to the VC5090:

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1. Connect the serial scanner cable to the scanner.

2. Connect the serial scanner cable to the COM1 or COM2 port.

Figure 2-24

Connecting Serial Scanner to COM1 and COM2 Connectors

3. Scan the Set All Defaults bar code.

Figure 2-25

Set All Defaults Bar Code

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4. Double-tap the SerialWedge icon on the desktop to launch the application.

5. Tap the SerialWedge icon in the task tray.

6. Select Configuration > Port Selection from the pop-up menu . The Port Selection window appears.

Figure 2-26

7. Select the COM port radio button to match the COM port that you connected the scanner cable to (COM1 or

Port Selection Window

COM2).

8. Tap OK.

9. Verify that the scanner is connecte d properly. See Verifying the Scanner is Working Properly on page 2-31.

Connecting an DS/LS3408 USB Scanner

To connect a DS3408 or LS3408 USB scanner to the VC5090:

NOTE Refer to the scanner Product Reference Guide for information on configuring the scanner.

The USB scanner cable connects to the USB/Keyboard connector. If the optional keyboard is used on the VC5090 Full-screen configuration, you are not allowed to connect a USB scanner on the rugged USB port. Connecting a USB scanner to the USB A port is not recommended.

1. Connect the appropriate USB scanner cable to the scanner.

2. Connect the USB scanner cable to the USB/Keyboard connector.

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USB/Keyboard Connector

USB Cable

Figure 2-27

3. Scan the Simple COM Port Emulation bar code.

Figure 2-28

4. Double-tap the SerialWedge icon on the desktop to launch the application.

5. Tap the SerialWedge icon in the task tray.

6. Select Configuration > Port Selection from the pop-up menu . The Port Selection window appears.

Figure 2-29

Connecting USB Scanner to Keyboard Connector

Simple COM Port Emulation Bar Code

Port Selection Window

7. Select the COM6 (USB port) radio button.

8. Tap OK.

9. Verify that the scanner is connecte d properly. See Verifying the Scanner is Working Properly on page 2-31.

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COM2 Port

COM1 Port

Connecting an DS/LS3478 Serial Scanner

To connect a DS378 or LS3478 serial scanner to the VC5090:

NOTE Refer to the scanner Product Reference Guide for information on configuring the scanner.

1. Connect the appropriate serial scanner cable to the scanner.

2. Connect the serial scanner cable to the COM1 or COM2 port.

Figure 2-30

3. Double-tap the SerialWedge icon on the desktop to launch the application.

4. Tap the SerialWedge icon in the task tray.

5. Select Configuration > Port Selection from the pop-up menu . The Port Selection window appears.

Figure 2-31

6. Select the COM6 (USB port) radio button.

7. Tap OK.

8. Verify that the scanner is connecte d properly. See Verifying the Scanner is Working Properly on page 2-31.

Connecting Serial Scanner to COM1 and COM2 Connectors

Port Selection Window

Connecting a DS/LS3478 USB Scanner

USB/Keyboard Connector USB Cable

NOTE Refer to the scanner Product Reference Guide for information on configuring the scanner.

To connect a DS3478 or LS3478 USB scanner to the VC5090:

1. Connect the USB scanner cable to the FL3478 cradle.

2. Connect the USB scanner cable to the USB/Keyboard connector.

Installation 2 - 25

Figure 2-32

3. Scan the Pair bar code on the cradle.

4. Scan the Set All Defaults bar code.

Figure 2-33

5. Scan the HID Keyboard Emulation bar code.

Figure 2-34

6. Scan the Simple COM Port Emulation bar code.

Connecting USB Scanner to Keyboard Connector

Set All Defaults Bar Code

HID Keyboard Emulation Bar Code

Figure 2-35

Simple COM Port Emulation Bar Code

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7. Double-tap the SerialWedge icon on the desktop to launch the application.

8. Tap the SerialWedge icon in the task tray.

9. Select Configuration > Port Selection from the pop-up menu . The Port Selection window appears.

Figure 2-36

10. Select the COM6 (USB port) radio button.

11. Tap OK.

12. Verify that the scanner is connecte d properly. See Verifying the Scanner is Working Properly on page 2-31.

Port Selection Window

Connecting an LS3578 Bluetooth Scanner

NOTE Refer to the scanner Product Reference Guide for information on configuring the scanner.

To connect an LS3578 Bluetooth scanner to the VC5090:

1. Ensure that the scanner battery is fully changed.

2. Scan the Set All Defaults bar code.

Figure 2-37

3. Scan the HID Profile (Slave) bar code.

Set All Defaults Bar Code

Figure 2-38

4. Tap > Enable Bluetooth. The Bluetooth icon changes to indicate that Bluetooth is enabled.

Figure 2-39

HID Profile (Slave) Bar Code

Enable Bluetooth

5. Tap > Show BTExplorer. The BTExplorer window displays.

Installation 2 - 27

Figure 2-40

6. Select View > Explorer Mode.

7. Select Tools > Discover Devices. The VC5090 searches for Bluetooth devi ces in the area. The LS3578 appears

BTExplorer Window

in the Untrusted Devices list.

Figure 2-41

8. Press and hold on the LS3578 item until the menu appears.

LS3478 Scanner - Untrusted Devices List

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Figure 2-42

9. Select Pair. The Pin Code Request window appears.

10. Enter: 12345.

11. Tap OK.

12. The LS3578 appears in the Trusted Devices list.

13.

14.

Tap and hold on the Symbol Bluetooth HID item until the menu appears.

Pair with LS3578

15. Select Connect.

16. The scanner beeps indicating that it successfully connected to the VC5090.

17. Open WordPad.

18. Scan a bar code. The bar code data appears in the WordPad window.

Scanner Setup

To configure the VC5090 to communicate with the scanner:

1. Double-tap the SerialWedge icon on the desktop to launch the application.

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2. Tap the SerialWedge icon in the task tray.

3. Select Configuration > Port Selection from the pop-up menu . The Port Selection window appears.

Figure 2-43

4. Select the COM port radio button to match the COM port that you connected the scanner cable to.

5. Tap OK.

Port Selection Window

The scanner beeps to indicate that it is receiving power.

6. Tap the SerialWedge icon in the task tray.

7. For serial connections, select Configuration > Port Configuration from the pop-up menu. The Communication Parameters

Figure 2-44

window appears.

Communications Parameters Window

8. Use the drop-down lists to select the parameter values to match the scanner. Refer to the scanner Product

Reference Guide for more information.

9. Tap OK.

10. Tap the SerialWedge icon in the task tray.

11. Select Configuration > Barcode Settings from the pop-up menu. The Barcode Settings window appears.

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Figure 2-45

12. Enter or select configuration parameters as required:

Barcode Settings Window

• Prefix - Appends the data entered in this field to the beginning of the bar code data.

• Suffix - Appends the data entered in this field to the end of the bar code data.

• Allow Escapes in prefix/suffix - Allows the prefix and suffix data to contain escape keys.

• Send barcode data - when enabled, the barcodes data is sent to the vehicle computer.

• Send barcode data as ASCII - when enabled, the barcodes data is sent in the ASCII format.

• Send Enter key after suffix - when enabled, a n Enter ch ar acte r is appe nde d to the e nd of the ba r cod e da ta.

• Send TAB key after suffix - when enabled, an Tab character is appended to the end of the bar code data.

13. Tap OK.

Enable/Disable the Scanner

To enable or disable the scanner:

1. Tap the SerialWedge icon in the task tray.

Select scanner beeps to indicate that it is receiving power.

Scan > Enable from the pop-up menu to enable the scanner if it had previously been disabled. The

or Select

Scan > Disable from the pop-up menu to disable the scanner if it had previously been enabled.

Verifying the Scanner is Working Properly

To display scanner bar code data on the display:

1. Tap the SerialWedge icon in the task tray.

2. Select Show UI. The Show Barcode data window appears.

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Figure 2-46

3. Aim the scanner at a bar code and press the scan trigger. The bar code data appears in the window.

Show Barcode Data Window

Pairing Bluetooth Scanner and Cradle

The Bluetooth scanner cradle receives power from the vehicle computer. When the vehicle computer goes into suspend mode the vehicle computer removes power to the cradle. When the vehicle computer resumes normal operation, power is re-applied to the cradle. If power to the cradle was removed for more than 30 seconds, the scanner needs to re-connect (p air) to the cradle. Press th e scanner trigger to re-connect th e scanner to the cradle. The scanner emits a lo-high beep when re-connecting.

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Installing the Uninterruptable Power Supply

NOTE The Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) Kit comes with eight replacement screws.

To install the UPS:

CAUTION Use ESD precautions when installing the UPS.

1. Place the Main Power switch on top of the vehicle computer to the off position.

2. Remove and discard the eight screws securing the UPS/Memory Card door on the back of the vehicle

computer.

Figure 2-47

3. Connect the UPS connector to the connector on the printed circuit board (PCB).

4. Place the UPS into the well.

UPS/Memory Card Door Removal

Installation 2 - 33

Figure 2-48

5. Place the UPS/Memory Card door over the UPS and secure using the eight new screws.

6. Torque the screws to 9 ± 0.5 kgf/cm (7.8 ± 0.4 in-lbs).

7. Place the Main Power switch to the on position.

Connecting UPS to PCB

CAUTION Ensure that you torque the screws to seal the device properly. Otherwise, sealing can be compromised.

The UPS fully charges in approximately four hours.

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Retaining Clip

Installing a Secure Digital Card

A Secure Digital (SD) card provides secondary non-volatile storage. The card holder is located on the back of the VC5090.

To install the SD card:

1. Place the Main Power switch on the top of the vehicle computer to the off position.

2. Remove and discard the eight screws securing the UPS/Memory Card door.

Figure 2-49

3. Lift the SD card retaining door.

Figure 2-50

4. Position the SD card, with the contacts down, into the card holder . The SD card corner notch fits into the holder

only one way.

UPS/Memory Card Door Removal

Lift Retaining Door

Installation 2 - 35

Figure 2-51

5. Snap the retaining door closed.

Figure 2-52

6. Place the UPS/Memory Card door over the UPS and secure using the eight new screws.

7. Torque the screws to 9 +/- 0.5 kgf/cm (7.8 ± 0.4 in-lbs).

Position of SD Card

Close Retaining Door

CAUTION Ensure that you torque the screws to seal the device properly. Otherwise, sealing can be compromised.

8. Place the Main Power switch to the on position.

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Note: The antenna and antenna base drawing is an example and actual antennas and bases may vary.

Antenna Base

Antenna

Antenna Connector Cap

Installing a External Antenna

NOTE Motorola recommends using the Centurion™ antenna, model number: WTS2450-RPSMA. See Table 1-2 on

page 1-6 for supplier information.

An external antenna can be used when placement of the vehicle computer prohibit s reception; i.e., inside a vehicle cab.

To install an external antenna:

1. Lift the antenna connector cap on top of the vehicle comp uter.

2. Screw the cable connector onto the antenna connector.

3. Torque to 5 ± 0.5 kgf/cm (4.3 ± 0.4 in-lbs).

Figure 2-53

4. Screw the antenna to the antenna base.

5. Tap > Settings > Control Panel > VC5090 System Management icon. The System Management window

Antenna Installation Example

NOTE When selecting an external antenna, the primary internal WLAN antenna is disabled.

displays.

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Figure 2-54

6. Tap the RF Settings tab.

7. Tap the External Antenna radio button.

8. Tap OK.

RF Settings Tab Window

Installing the Vehicle In-Motion Detector

The optional Vehicle In-Motion Detector cable blanks the screen and disables use of the vehicle computer when the vehicle is in motion.

Normally Closed Switch

The customer must install a switch that is engaged when the vehicle accelerator pedal is not depressed (See

Figure 2-55 on page 2-38). When the pedal is not depre ssed, the switch is activated (closed ) and sends a signal to

the vehicle computer indicating that the pedal is not depressed. When the accelerator pedal is depressed the switch disengages and the signal removed. The screen blanks and the touch screen and keyboard are disabled.

Normally Open Switch

NOTE This feature is only availabl e on vehicle computers with OEM version 05.26.0000 or higher. See

Configurations on page xiv for instructions to determine the OEM version of the software.

The customer must install a switch that is disengaged when the vehicle accelerator pedal is not depressed (See

Figure 2-56 on page 2-39). When the pedal is not depressed, the switch is inactive (open) and no signal is sent to

the vehicle computer indicating that the pedal is not depressed. When the accelerator pedal is depressed the switch engages and a signal is sent to the vehicle computer. The screen blanks and the touch screen and keyboard are disabled.

Operation

Whenever the vehicle is in motion (accelerator pedal is depressed) and the Terminal Locking feature is enabled, the vehicle computer display blanks. When the accelerator pedal is not depressed, the vehicle computer does not unlock immediately. Instead, the continues to remain locked. This ensures that the vehicle com puter doesn’t unlock and lo ck during any m oment ary disengagement of the accelerator pedal. While the backlight and keyboard are disabled. After this timer expires, the

Complete Lockup Timeout timer initiates during which the vehicle computer

Complete Lockup Timeout timer is running, the touch screen,

Screen Blank Timeout timer initiates. While this

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Switch (Closed)

Accelerator

Pedal

Switch (Open)

Accelerator

Pedal

Mounting Hardware

Cable

Vehicle Stationary

Vehicle In-Motion

Note: Diagram is for concept only. Actual switch, pedal, mounting hardware and installation vary depending upon the type of vehicle and hardware used.

timer is running, the touch screen is enabled but the backlight and keyboard are still disabled. If during this time the user touches the screen, the backlight comes on and the vehicle computer unlocks fully. Otherwise after this timer expires, the backlight comes on and the vehicle computer unlocks fully. If, while any of these timers are running, the vehicle pedal is pressed, the vehicle computer locks again.

If the cable is cut or removed, the vehicle computer responds as if the pedal is depressed.

Switches

There are two types of switches that can be used; a solid state switch and a mechanical switch. Typically solid state switches have a much longer life cycle than mechanical switches. Solid state switches require power while mechanical switches do not.

The switch must be rated at 5V, 10 mA and it should have a operating temperature, sealing and life cycle applicable for the environment that it is used in.

The mechanical switch must be a Normally Open type of switch. The supply voltage for the solid state switch is 5 VDC (500 mA max.). When the switch is depressed the OUT pin is

pulled low. The switch must be mounted permanently and must be positioned in such a way so that the switch is depressed

when the accelerator pedal is not pressed (vehicle at rest). When the accelerator pedal is pressed, the switch should open and stay open until the pedal is released completely.

Figure 2-55

Switch Installation Example (Switch Normally Closed)

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Switch (Open)

Accelerator

Pedal

Switch (Closed)

Accelerator

Pedal

Mounting Hardware

CableCable

Vehicle Stationary

Vehicle In-Motion

Note: Diagram is for concept only. Actual switch, pedal, mounting hardware and installation vary depending upon the type of vehicle and hardware used. Only available on vehicle computers with OEM Version 05.26.0000 or higher.

Figure 2-56

Switch Installation Example (Switch Normally Open)

Cable Installation

One end of the cable connects to a customer provided switch and the other end connects to the COM1 or COM2 port on the vehicle computer.

To install the Vehicle In-Motion Detector cable:

1. Follow these recommendations when installing the cable:

• Establish a neat route for the cable, staying clear of moving parts or hot surfaces.

• Place the cable in a rigid sleeve or conduit to protect the cable.

• When the cabling must go through a panel, use a suitable gland.

• When fixing the conduit or cable on the outside of a vehicle, use P-Clips. Either drill and tap the hole or use a nut and bolt to secure the clip.

• Ensure the cable does not have tight bends. The minimum recommended radius is 2.5".

• Solder all wire connections.

2. Wire the cable and switch as shown in Figure 2-57.

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Figure 2-57

3. Connect the connector of the Vehicle In-Motion Detector cable to either the COM1 or COM2 connector on the

In-Motion Detector Cable Wiring

back of the VC5090.

4. On the vehicle computer, tap > Settings > Control Panel > VC5090 System Management icon. The System Management window displays.

Figure 2-58

5. Tap the Terminal Lock tab. The Terminal Lock Password window appears.

System Management - Terminal Lock

Figure 2-59

6. Enter the assigned password and tap OK. The default password is “vc5090”.

7. Select the Enable Terminal Locking check box.

System Management - Terminal Lock

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OEM Version 04.22.0001

and lower

OEM Version 05.26.0000

and higher

8. When using a normally open switch, select both the Enable Terminal Locking and For DeadManPedal check

boxes.

Figure 2-60

9. In the Select control for terminal locking drop-down list, select the COM port that the In-Motion Detector cable is

Terminal Lock Tab

connected to (either COM1 or COM2).

10. In the Complete Lockup Timeout drop-down list, select the amount of time that the VC5090 waits before it

unlocks once the switch is deactivated (pedal is disengaged). During this time period, the touch screen, backlight and keyboard are disabled.

11. In the Screen Blank Timeout drop-down list, select the amount of time after the Com plete Lockup TImeout that

the touch screen is active. The touch screen is enabled but the backlight and keyboard are disabled.

12. Tap OK.

To change the Terminal Lock password:

1. On the vehicle computer, tap > Settings > Control Panel > VC5090 System Management icon. The System Management window displays.

2. Tap the Terminal Lock tab. The Terminal Lock Password window appears.

Figure 2-61

3. Enter the assigned password and tap OK. The password is case sensitive.The default password is “vc5090”.

4. Tap Set New PASSWORD. The Set New Password window appears.

System Management - Terminal Lock

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Figure 2-62

5. In the Old Password text box, enter the old password.

6. In the New Password text box, enter the new password. The password must have a minimum o f five characters.

7. In the Confirm Password, re-enter the new password.

8. Tap OK.

Set New Password Window

Over-Ride

If the cable is cut or breaks, you can over-ride the lock out by t apping the screen thr ee times. A dialog box appears. In the

Unlock Password field, enter the password and tap OK.

Figure 2-63

Terminal Lock Ov er-Ride

Connecting Accessories

Power

Connector

COM1 Port

Connector

USB A

Connector (Host)

USB/Keyboard

Connector

Audio

Connector

COM2 Port

Connector

USB B

Connector

(Client)

Connect an optional scanner, ActiveSync serial cable, or USB device (such as a keyboard or mouse) using the appropriate port on the bottom of the VC5090.

You should use either COM1 or COM2 port for serial ActiveSync or the USB Client port for USB ActiveSync. A standard USB keyboard or mouse can be connected to the USB A connector (Host).

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Connecting an External Speaker to the Vehicle Computer

Figure 2-64

Connection Ports

It may be necessary to install an external speaker in noisy environments . To connect an external speaker, a special cable must be created to connect the vehicle computer to the external speaker. Figure 2-65 illustrates the cable requirements. See Audio Connector Pin-Outs on page A-5 for the connector pin-outs and required connector.

Figure 2-65

External Speaker Wiring Diagram

The speaker must be a minimum of 4 ohms (4 or 8 ohms is preferred). The speaker must be rated for 2.5W continuous at 4 ohms or 1.5W continuous at 8 ohms.

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Chapter 3 Operating the VC5090

P2 Button

P3 Button

Backlight Control LED

Power LEDBacklight Control Button

Power Button

P1 Button

COMM LED

Introduction

This chapter explains the buttons, status icons and contr ols on the VC5090 and provides basic instruction s for using the VC5090, including powering on and resetting. It also included instructions for entering and capturing data.

Quick Access Panel

The Quick Access Panel contains buttons and LEDs to control the operation of the vehicle computer.

Figure 3-1

VC5090 Quick Access Panel

Power Button

Press the Power button to place the vehicle computer into suspend mode. When in suspend mode, press the Power button to resume normal operation.

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Power LED

Table 3-1 lists the states of the Power LED.

Table 3-1 Power LED Indicator

LED State Indication

Solid Green Vehicle computer is operating from external power. Flashing Green UPS battery is charging. Solid Yellow Vehicle computer is operating from the UPS battery. Flashing Yellow Vehicle computer is operating from the UPS battery and the UPS battery power is low.

COMM LED

The COMM LED blinks to indicate WLAN radio activity. Table 3-2 lists the states of the COMM LED. By default, the COMM LED is enabled. To disable the COMM LED:

NOTE These settings are not persistent across a cold boot.

1. Tap > Settings > Control Panel > VC5090 System Management icon. The System Management window

displays.

Figure 3-2

2. Tap the Enable Comm Led check box.

3. Tap OK.

Table 3-2 COMM LED Indicator

RF Settings Tab Window

LED State Indication

Fast Blinking (once every 0.4 seconds) Excellent WLAN signal. Medium Blinking (once every 0.8 seconds) Very Good WLAN signal.

Table 3-2 COMM LED Indicator (Continued)

LED State Indication

Slow Blinking (once every 1.6 seconds) Good WLAN signal.

Operating the VC5090 3 - 3

Off

Poor WLAN signal. Radio is not associates with an AP. Radio is disabled. COMM LED is disabled.

Backlight Control Button

The Backlight Control button places the Quick Access Panel’s P1, P2 and P3 buttons into the backlight control mode where you can adjust the brightness of the display or turn on/off the keyboard backlight. See Adjusting the

Brightness on page 3-9 for more information.

Programmable (“P”) Keys

The programmable keys on the Quick Access Panel (P1, P2, P3) can be set to perform certain functions, such as:

• launching an application

• simulating a key press

• toggling the SIP keyboard

• enabling and disabling the touch screen

• toggling the keyboard backlight

• playing a key sequence

• launching the calibration screen.

NOTE These settings are not persistent across a cold boot.

To set a programmable key:

1. Tap > Settings > Control Panel > Programmable Keys icon. The Configure Programmable Keys window

appears.

Figure 3-3

2. In the Key: drop-down menu, select the P key you would like to program.

3. In the Action drop-down menu. select the function you would like the P key to perform.

Programmable Keys Screen, Key Drop-Down Menu

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4. In the action fields, enter the required data, if applicable. See the following paragraph for more information.

5. Tap OK.

Launch Application

To set a programmable key to launch an application:

1. In the Action drop-down list, select Launch Application.

Figure 3-4

2. In the Application Path field enter the path and application or tap the button to browse through the folders to

Configure Programmable Keys - Launch Application

find the application file.

3. In the Command Line field, enter any specific commands for the selected application.

4. Tap OK.

Simulate KeyPress

To set a programmable key to simulate a key press:

1. In the Action drop-down list, select Simulate KeyPress.

Figure 3-5

2. In the Modifiers field, select one of the check boxes.

3. In the Key Press drop-down list, select a key (character).

4. Select the Repeat Key check box to allow the key press to continuously repeat as long as the P button is

Configure Programmable Keys - Simulate KeyPress

pressed.

5. Tap OK.

Play Key Sequence

To set a programmable key to play a sequence of characters:

1. In the Action drop-down list, select Play Key Sequence.

Operating the VC5090 3 - 5

Figure 3-6

2. In the Key Sequence field, enter a character string (up to 1,040 characters).

3. Tap OK.

Configure Programmable Keys - Play Key Sequence

Using the Keyboard

Optional QWERTY and AZERTY keyboards can be used with the full-screen vehicle computer. Refer to Figure 3-7 and Table 3-3 for a description of the keys. The half-screen vehicle computer has a built-in keyboards. Both keyboards function identically.

Keyboard Functionality

Table 3-3 describes the general functions of the keyboard.

Figure 3-7

VC5090 QWERTY Keyboard

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Figure 3-8

Table 3-3 Key Descriptions

SHIFT Press the SHIFT key followed by a alpha key to create uppercase alph abetic

CTRL Press the

ALT Press the FUNC Press the

A through Z Produces the lowercase alphabetic character show n on the key . Produces uppercase

0 through 9 Produces the numeric character shown on the key.

F1 through F24 Programmable function keys. The application determines the use; see the software

VC5090 AZERTY Keyboard

Key Description

characters.

CTRL key to activate alternate control functions. Use CTRL - ESC key

combination to access the menu.

AL T key to activate alternate keyboard functions.

FUNC key to activate alternate functions that are shown on the keyboard in

blue text. The key lights to indicate that the keyboard is locked in the functi on mode. Press the

alphabetic character shown on the key when preceded by the SHIFT key.

Moves the cursor around the screen or highlights the items in a menu.

or application documentation.

FUNC key again to return to normal keyboard mode.

Enter Moves the cursor to the next data field or screen. Del Deletes the character to the right of the cursor. Backspace Deletes the character to the left of the cursor. Space E nt er s a space betw ee n ch ar acters or words.

Soft Keyboards

The VC5090 contains two on-screen Soft In put Panel (SIP) keyboards. The Microsoft SIP looks and functions like a standard keyboard. The VC5090 SIP looks and functions like the optional keyboard or the half-screen configuration’s built-in keyboard.

Operating the VC5090 3 - 7

Enlarge Keyboard Button

Reduce Keyboard Button

Alpha-Numeric Key Toggle Button

Numeric Key Toggle Button

Enlarge Keyboard Button

Reduce Keyboard Button

Alpha-Numeric Key Toggle Button

Numeric Key Toggle Button

To display the Microsoft SIP keyboard, tap the Input Panel icon in the task tray and select Keyboard from the pop-up menu.

Figure 3-9

Microsoft Soft Input Panel Keyboard

To display the VC5090 SIP keyboard, tap the

Input Panel

Figure 3-10

Figure 3-11

or AZERTY Input Panel from the pop-up menu.

Input Panel Pop-up Menu

QWERTY VC5090 Soft Input Panel Keyboards - Normal Size

Input Panel icon in the task tray and select either VC5090 Soft

Figure 3-12

AZERTY VC5090 Soft Input Panel Keyboards - Normal Size

Tap the Enlarge or Reduce Keyboard button to scale the keyboard. The three sizes are small, normal and large with normal being the default size.

To hide or show the numeric keys tap the

Alpha-Numeric Toggle button.

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Figure 3-13

To only display the numeric keys tap the

Figure 3-14

The

FUNC key, when depressed, displays a second layer of characters. The second layer stays visible until the

FUNC key is pressed again.

Keyboard with Numeric Key Hidden

Numeric Key Toggle button.

Numeric Only Keys

Figure 3-15

QWERTY FUNC Keys

Operating the VC5090 3 - 9

Figure 3-16

The

SHIFT key, when depressed, displays the shifted alpha characters on the keyboard. The shifted letters remain

until the

Figure 3-17

AZERTY FUNC Keys

SHIFT key is pressed again.

QWERTY Shifted Keys

Figure 3-18

AZERTY Shifted Keys

Adjusting the Brightness

Controlling Screen Brightness

To adjust the brightness of the screen, press the Backlight Control button on the Quick Access Panel. The amber

Backlight Control LED lights indicating that the VC5090 is in the brightness control mode. Press the P1 button to

decrease the brightness or the mode (or after five seconds of inactivity the VC5090 automatically returns to nor mal operation).

P2 button to increase the brightness. Press the Backlight Control button to exit this

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Backlight Control Button

Decrease Brightness Increase Brightness

Keyboard Backlight

Controlling Keyboard Backlight

To toggle the keyboard backlight, press the Backlight Control button on the Quick Access Panel. The amber

Backlight Control LED lights indicating that the VC5090 is in the brightness control mode. Press the P3 button to

toggle the keyboard backlight. Press the inactivity the VC5090 automatically returns to normal operation).

Backlight Control button to exit this mode (or after five seconds of

Figure 3-19

Brightness Control

Adjusting the Volume

1. Tap the > Settings > Control Panel > Volume & Sounds icon. The Volume & Sounds Properties window

appears.

Figure 3-20

2. Adjust the volume slider as necessary using the pointer or the up and down arrow keys. Check the Enable sounds for

Volume and Sounds Properties Window

check boxes as desired.

3. Tap OK to save the setting or tap X to exit without saving.

Taskbar

The Taskbar at the bottom of the window displays the active programs, current time, battery status and communication status.

Operating the VC5090 3 - 11

Start Button

Open Program

Status Icons

Desktop Button

Keyboard Input Panel Button

Figure 3-21

Taskbar

Status icons are shown in the taskbar to indicate present status of the vehicle computer. Double tapping each status icon displays the corresponding setup window and enables you to change or adjust its settings from the window.

• Status Icons: The status icons indicate the function key status. If the FUNC, SHIFT, CTRL or ALT functions are active the appropriate status icon is displayed.

• Active Programs Icons: The active applications icons are displayed on the t askbar. If more than one program is active, icons can be used to toggle between the open programs (applications). Tap on a taskbar application to maximize the application.

• AC Power/Battery Status Icons: The AC Power/Battery Status icons are shown in the taskbar to indicate the present power supply status of the vehicle computer.

Table 3-4 Status Icons

Status

Icon

Description

Indicates the current time. Indicates that the VC5090 Soft Input Panel keyboard is selected.

Indicates that the soft keyboards are hidden.

Indicates that the Input Panel soft keyboard is selected.

Indicates that the vehicle computer is receiving power from a forklift battery or from an AC power supply. If a UPS is installed, it also indicates that the UPS is fully charged. icon opens the

Indicates that the vehicle computer is supply

, the UPS is installed and charging. Double tapping on this icon opens the Power Settings

Power Settings window.

receiving power from a forklift battery or from an AC power

Double tapping on this

window. Indicates that the vehicle computer is runn ing on UPS power and indicates the percentage of battery

charge left in 10% increments from 10% to 100%.

Settings

window.

Double tapping on this icon opens the Power

Indicates that the vehicle computer is connected to a host computer via ActiveSync.

Indicates WLAN signal strength.

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ALT

Table 3-4 Status Icons (Continued)

Status

Icon

Indicates that the Bluetooth radio is on.

Indicates that the Bluetooth radio is off.

The Bluetooth Communication icon appears in the task tray and indicates that the mobile computer is communicating with another Bluetooth device.

Indicates that the SerialWedge application is running.

Indicates that the

SHIFT

FUNC

CTRL

ALT

button function is selected.

character selection is selected.

Description

Start Button

Tap the Start button (or press CTRL > ESC) to launch the Start menu.

• Programs: Use to access available programs.

• Favorites: Displays files in Favorites directory.

• Documents: Displays files in Documents directory.

• Settings: Accesses the Control Panel, the Network and Dial-up Connections and the Taskbar and Start menu.

• Help: Accesses the Windows CE Help.

• Run . . . : Runs a program or application.

• Suspend: Places the mobile computer in the suspend state.

Figure 3-22

Start Menu

Operating the VC5090 3 - 13

Programs Menu

From the Start menu, tap Programs to open the Programs menu. The programs provided with Windows CE .NET

5.0 Professional are displayed in the Programs menu. Refer to the Symbol Application Guide, p/n 72-68901-xx and the Microsoft

Applications User Guide for Symbol Devices, p/n 72E-68197-xx for application information.

Figure 3-23

Programs Menu

Desktop Button

Use the Desktop button to minimize all open programs and display the desktop.

Task Manager and Properties

Use the Task Manager to control an application’s use and use the Properties functions to set display and clock options.

Task Manager

1. Select ALT - TAB, to display the Task Manager window.

Figure 3-24

2. Tap a task in the Active T asks list and tap Switch To to make that task the primary task, or tap End Task to end

the selected task.

3. Tap X to exit the Task Manager window.

Task Manager Window

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Properties

1. Tap Start > Control Panel > Taskbar and Start Menu ... . The Task Manager and Start Menu window displays.

2. This menu provides taskbar options:

• Check the Always on Top checkbox to keep the taskbar on top of all other windows.

• Check the AutoHide checkbox to make the taskbar disappear, touch the bottom of the display to make the taskbar return.

• Check the Show Clock checkbox to display the clock on the taskbar.

3. Tap OK to save the settings and exit the window.

Figure 3-25

Taskbar and Start Menu, General Tab

Advanced Tab

1. Tap the Advanced tab.

2. Tap the Clear button to delete all of the documents listed in the Start - Documents entry, see Start Button on

page 3-12. Typically this list is empty, but if there were documents in the list the Clear button would delete

them.

3. Tap the Expand Control Panel checkbox to display the entire contents of the control panel in list form.

Figure 3-26

4. Tap OK to save the settings and exit the window.

Taskbar and Start Menu - Advanced Tab

Using a Headset

Adapter Cable

You can use a stereo headset for audio communication when an audio enabled application is used. Motorola recommends Sinbon headset, p/n 50-11300-050R and adapter cable p/n 25-80634-01R (Contact Sinbon Electronics to order headsets and adapter cable s). Plug the hea dset jack into the mating conn ector on the ada pter cable. Plug the adapter cable into the audio connector on the bottom of the vehicle computer. Ensure that the vehicle computer ’s volume is set app ro pri a tely bef or e pu tting the headset on. When a headset is plugged into the jack, the speaker is muted.

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Figure 3-27

Figure 3-28

Headset

Audio Connection

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Resetting the Vehicle Computer

There are two reset functions, warm boot and cold boot.

Performing a Warm Boot

A warm boot restarts the vehicle computer and saves all stored records and entries. In the Windows CE environment.

NOTE Files that remain open during a warm boot may not be retained.

To perform a warm boot:

• press the Power button and the or

•tap >

Programs > Warm Boot.

P2 button on the Quick Access Panel simultaneously

Performing a Cold Boot

A cold boot restarts the vehicle computer. To perform a cold boot turn off the Main Power switch on the top of the vehicle computer, simultaneously press the the Main Power switch.

A cold boot also restarts the vehicle computer, but erases all stored records and entries in RAM. Data saved in flash memory or a memory card is not lost. In addition it returns formats, preferences and other settings to the factory default settings.

NOTE Any data previously synchronized with a computer can be restored during the next ActiveSync operation.

P1, P3 and the Power button on the Quick Access Panel then turn on

Methods of Suspension

VC5090 operation can be suspended in three ways:

• Manual suspension: the operator presses the Power button when the vehicle computer is on.

• API suspension: the application requests a suspend via an API call.

• Time-out suspension: suspends after the vehicle computer is not used for a set amount of time. Tap >

Settings > Control Panel > Power icon > Power Off tab to set the time-out value.

Critical Suspension

Critical suspension occurs when input power is not available and the UPS is either not installed or is discharged to a very low state. During critical suspension all circuitry is shutdown except for memory retention and the real-time clock. During critical suspension the VC5090 is receiving power from the backup battery or residua l power from the UPS. The backup battery retains data for at least 72 hours. Critical suspension occurs when:

• a VC5090 without a UPS is in suspend mode and external power is removed.

• the VC5090 is receiving power from the UPS and the UPS discharges.

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Waking the Vehicle Computer

The wakeup conditions define what actions wakeup the vehicle compu ter after it has gone into suspend mode. The vehicle computer can go into suspend mode by either pressing the Power button on the Quick Access Panel or automatically by control panel timeout settings. Tap >

These settings are configurable and the factory default settings are shown in Table 3-5. Table 3-5 Wakeup Default Settings

Condition for Wakeup Power Button Automatic TimeOut

AC power is applied. No Yes Forklift Ignition turns on. No Yes Forklift Ignition turns off. No No VC5090 is connected to a serial device. No Yes VC5090 is connected to a USB device. No Yes VC5090 is disconnected from a USB device. No Yes

Settings > Control Panel > Power icon > W akeup tab.

A key is pressed. No Yes An attached scanner is triggered. No Yes Screen is touched. No No Wireless LAN activity is detected. No No A headset is connected to the VC5090. No Yes

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Carefully press and briefly hold stylus

on the center of the target.

Repeat as the target moves around

the screen.

Press the Esc key to cancel.

Calibrating the Screen

Using the Display

CAUTION Do not use sharp objects when touching the screen. Use your finger tip or a stylus when touching the

screen.

This section describes how to calibrate the VC5090 touch screen. If the current calibration does not allow for easy touch screen input or you want to recalibrate the screen at any time, refer to Using the Keyboard on page 3-19.

To calibrate your VC5090:

1. Tap > Settings > Control Panel > Stylus icon > Calibration tab.

Figure 3-29

2. Tap the Recalibrate button. The calibration screen displays.

Figure 3-30

Stylus Properties - Calibration Tab Window

Calibration Screen

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3. As the screen instructs, carefully touch and briefly hold on the center of each t arget that appears on the scr een.

Repeat as the target moves around the screen.

4. Tap the screen to accept the new calibr at ion .

NOTE If the calibration screen fails to respond, contact Support Central for assistance.

Using the Keyboard

If the present calibration does not allow you to use the touch screen, use the keyboard (or any standard USB keyboard) to calibrate:

1. Press Ctrl + Esc keys to access the Start menu.

2. Using the arrow keys, select Settings > Control Panel.

3. Press Enter to display the Control Panel window.

Figure 3-31

4. Using the arrow keys, move to the Stylus icon and press Enter. The Stylu s Properties window appears.

Control Panel Window

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Figure 3-32

5. Using the Tab key (key with double arrows), select the Calibration tab.

Figure 3-33

6. Using the Tab key, select the Recalibrate button.

7. Press the space key to start the calibration process. The calibration screen appears.

Stylus Properties Window

Stylus Properties Calibration Tab Window

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Carefully press and briefly hold stylus

on the center of the target.

Repeat as the target moves around

the screen.

Press the Esc key to cancel.

Figure 3-34

8. As the screen instructs, carefully touch and briefly hold on the center of each target that appears. Repeat as

Calibration Screen

the target moves around the screen.

9. Tap the screen to accept the new calibr at ion .

NOTE If the calibration screen fails to respond, contact Support Central for assistance.

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Checking Battery Status

To check whether the backup battery in the vehicle computer is charged, tap > Settings > Control Panel >

Power icon to display the Power Sett ings window.

To save battery power, set the vehicle computer to turn off after a specified number of minutes.

Ignition Sensing

The vehicle computer contains an Ignition Sense featur e that detects when the ignition switch is turned off and shuts the vehicle computer down after a preprogrammed timeout. This feature allows the operator to use the vehicle computer for a predetermined time period after the ignition switch is turned off, then shuts the vehicle computer down automatically to prevent over-discharge of the forklift battery. The timeout period is adjustable by the user. The normal current draw of a suspended vehicle computer is approximately 500mA. When the vehicle computer shuts down using the Ignition Sense feature, current draw is reduced to approximately 5 mA. This feature provides the automatic shutoff functionality of an external relay, without requiring an actual relay and has the added benefit of allowing the user to work for a preset time period before shutting down.

The power cable must be connected to the ignition switch. See 12 Volt Forklifts on page 2-11 for information on connecting the power cable to enable the Ignition Sense feature.

NOTE These settings are not persistent across a cold boot.

1. Tap > Settings > Control Panel > VC5090 System Management icon. The System Management window

displays.

2. Select the Miscellaneous tab.

Figure 3-35

3. In the Forklift Ignition Timeout drop-down list, select the amount of time before the vehicle computer shuts

down after the ignition switch is turned off.

Miscellaneous Tab Window

4. Tap OK.

Chapter 4 Wireless Applications

Introduction

Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) allow mobile computers to communicate wirelessly and send data to a host device in real time. Before using the vehicle computer on a WLAN, the facility must be set up with the required hardware to run the wireless LAN and the vehicle computer must be configured. Refer to the do cumentation provided with the access points (APs) for instructions on setting up the hardware.

To configure the vehicle computer, a set of wireless applica tions provide the tools to configure and test the wireless radio in the vehicle computer. The applications:

• Wireless Status

• Wireless Diagnostics

•Find WLANs

• Manage Profiles

• Options

Wireless Application menu on the task tray provides the following wireless

• Log On/Off

• Enable/Disable Radio (Fusion 2.5 and above only).

Tap the

Signal Strength icon to display the Wireless Applications menu.

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Signal Strength Icon

Figure 4-1 Wireless Applications Menu

Signal Strength Icon

The Signal Strength icon in the task tray indicates the mobile computer’s wireless signal strength as follows:

Table 4-1 Wireless Applications Icons, Signal Strength Descriptions

Icon Status Action

Excellent signal strength Wireless LAN network is ready to use.

Very good signal strength Wireless LAN network is ready to use.

Good signal strength Wireless LAN network is ready to use.

Fair signal strength Wireless LAN network is ready to use. Notify the network administrator that

the signal strength is only “Fair”.

Poor signal strength Wireless LAN network is ready to use. Performance may not be optimum.

Notify the network administrator that the signal strength is “Poor”.

Out-of-network range (not associated)

No wireless LAN network card detected.

No wireless LAN network connection. Notify the network administrator.

No wireless LAN network card detected or radio disabled. Notify the network administrator.

Turning the WLAN Radio On and Off

With Fusion 2.0

To turn off the WLAN radio:

1. Tap > Settings > Control Panel > Power icon > PwrDevices tab.

2. In the text box, scroll down until WLP1: displays.

3. Select WLP1:. WLP1: displays in the text box at the top of the window.

4. In the drop-down list, select D4.

5. Tap Set.

6. Tap OK.

To turn on the radio:

1. Tap > Settings > Control Panel > Power icon > PwrDevices tab.

2. In the text box, scroll down until WLP1: displays.

3. Select WLP1:. WLP1: displays in the text box at the top of the window.

4. In the drop-down list, select D0.

5. Tap Set.

6. Tap OK.

With Fusion 2.5

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To turn the WLAN radio off tap the Signal Strength icon and select Disable Radio.

Figure 4-2 Disable Radio

To turn the WLAN radio on tap the

Signal Strength icon and select Enable Radio.

Figure 4-3 Enable Radio

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Find WLANs Application

Use the Find WLANs application to discover available networks in the vicinity of the user and mobile computer. To open the

Figure 4-4 Find WLANs Window

Find WLANs application, tap the Signal Strength icon - Find WLANs. The Find WLANs window displays.

NOTE Find WLAN display is limited to 32 items (ESSIDs or MAC addresses). A combination of up to 32 ESSIDs/APs

may be displayed.

Manually enter valid ESSIDs not displayed in the Find WLANs window. See Figure 4-5 on page 4-5.

Find WLANs list displays:

The

• WLAN Networks - Available wireless networks with icons that indicate signal strength and encryption type. The signal strength and encryption icons are described in Table 4-2 and Table 4-3.

• Network Type - Type of network.

• Channel - Channel on which the AP is transmitting.

• Signal Strength - The signa l strength of the signal from the AP.

Table 4-2 Signal Strength Icon

Icon Description

Excellent signal Very good signal Good signal Fair signal Poor signal Out of range or no signal

Table 4-3 Encryption Icon

Icon Description

No encryption. WLAN is an infrastructure network. WLAN is an Ad-Hoc network.

WLAN access is encrypted and requires a password.

Tap-and-hold on a WLAN network to open a pop-up menu which provides two options: Connect and Refresh. Select the vehicle computer automatically connects to this new profile.

Refresh to refresh the WLAN list. Select Connect to create a wireless profile from that network. This starts

Profile Editor Wizard which allows you to set the values for the selected network. After editing the profile, the

Profile Editor Wizard

Use the Profile Editor Wizard to create a new profile or edit an existing profile. If editing a profile, the fields reflect the current settings for that profile. If creating a new profile, the known information for that WL AN ne twork a ppe ars in the fields.

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Navigate through the wizard using the to return to the wizard or tap

on page 4-22 for instructions on navigating the

Yes to quit and return to the Manage Profiles window. See Manage Profiles Application

Next and Back buttons. Tap X to quit. On the confirmation dialog box, tap No

Profile Editor Wizard.

Profile ID

In the Profile ID dialog box in the Profile Editor Wizard, enter the profile name and the ESSID.

Figure 4-5 Profile ID Dialog Box

Table 4-4 Profile ID Fields

Field Description

Name The name and (WLAN) identifier of the network conn ection. Enter a user friendly name for the

mobile computer profile used to connect to either an AP or another networked computer. Example: The Public LAN.

ESSID The ESSID is the 802.11 extended service set identifier. The ESSID is 32-character

(maximum) string identifying the WLAN, and must match the AP ESSID for the vehicle computer to communicate with the AP.

NOTE Two profiles with the same user friendly name are acceptable but not recommended.

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Tap Next. The Operating Mode dialog box displays.

Operating Mode

Use the Operating Mode dialog box to select the operating mode (Infra structure or Ad-Hoc) and the country location.

Figure 4-6 Operating Mode Dialog Box

Table 4-5 Operating Mode Fields

Field Description

Operating Mode Select Infrastructure to enable the vehicle computer to transmit and receive data with an AP.

Infrastructure is the default mode. Select computers communicate peer-to-peer without APs using a shared ESSID.

Ad Hoc to enable the vehicle computer to form its own local network where mobile

Motorola VC5090 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Patents

Warranty

Revision History

About This Guide

Introduction

Documentation Set

Configurations

Software Versions

Chapter Descriptions

Notational Conventions

Related Documents and Software

Service Information

Returning the Vehicle Computer for Service

Introduction

Unpacking the VC5090

Features

Accessories

Third Party Accessories

Getting Started

Installing the Desiccant Bag

Installing the Vehicle Computer

Charging the Memory Backup Battery

Starting the Vehicle Computer

Introduction

Installing the Mounting Bracket

Installing the VC5090 in a Forklift

Positioning the Vehicle Computer

Mounting the Vehicle Computer

Mounting Bracket Template

Mounting onto an Over-Head Cross-Beam Example

Mounting onto an Over-Head Cage Example

Mounting on a Dashboard or Horizontal Surface Example

Routing Electrical Cables

12 Volt Propane Forklifts

Electric Forklifts

Removing Power to the Vehicle Computer

Installing the VC5090 on a Desktop

Mounting the Bracket on a Desktop

Connecting the Vehicle Computer to AC Power

Installing the Optional Keyboard

Adjusting the Keyboard

Installing a Scanner

Connecting an LS3203 or a DS/LS3408 Serial Scanner

Connecting an DS/LS3408 USB Scanner

Connecting an DS/LS3478 Serial Scanner

Connecting a DS/LS3478 USB Scanner

Connecting an LS3578 Bluetooth Scanner

Scanner Setup

Enable/Disable the Scanner

Verifying the Scanner is Working Properly

Pairing Bluetooth Scanner and Cradle

Installing the Uninterruptable Power Supply

Installing a Secure Digital Card

Installing a External Antenna

Installing the Vehicle In-Motion Detector

Normally Closed Switch

Normally Open Switch

Operation

Switches

Cable Installation

Over-Ride

Connecting Accessories

Connecting an External Speaker to the Vehicle Computer

Power Button

Introduction

Quick Access Panel

Power LED

COMM LED

Backlight Control Button

Programmable (“P”) Keys

Launch Application

Simulate KeyPress

Play Key Sequence

Using the Keyboard

Keyboard Functionality

Soft Keyboards