Symbol VRC 4000 Series Installation Manual
VRC 4000 Series
RS 2200/3200 Series
Installation Guide
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Installation Guide
Introduction
Symbol Technologies’ Vehicular Radio Computers (VRC) 4000
series are PC-compatible computers ruggedized to withstand
the physical shock and vibration extremes of harsh industrial
environments. All VRC systems provide a touchscreen, full
VGA display (either electrol uminescent or color LCD), multi ple
network options, and full I/O capability. Each VRC system is
fully PC-compatib le with the MS-DOS Versions 3.3 thr ough 6.22,
Windows 3.1, Windows 95, and Windows NT operating
systems. There are two versions of the VRC: the VRC 4000 and
the VRC 4040. Each of these versions are available with option s
such as additional memory, operating systems, and network
configurations.
VRC 4000
The VRC 4000 is designed for fixed-mount applications. It is
powered by a standard 110 VAC o u tlet via a plug-in pow er
supply. It is hard-wired into the local area network (LAN).
Standard Ethernet or Token Ring hard-wired LAN connections
are supported.
VRC 4040
The VRC 4040 is designed for vehicular-mounted applications
such as those on forklifts, hysters, and motorized pallets. It is
powered from the vehicle’s el ectrical system (battery) through a
choice of two power converters. It uses Symbol’s Spectrum24
2.4 GHz spread-spectrum radio link to communicate with radio
frequency (RF) netw ork access po ints har d-wir ed into t he LAN.
Antenna options include patch and ‘rubber duck’ types.
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About This Guide
This guide provides basic setu p, inst a llat ion , and mainte na nc e
instructions. Topics discussed include:
• Parts of the VRC 4000
• Setting up the VRC 4000
• Mounting the bracket assemblies
•Mounting the VRC
• Attaching the keyboard assembly
• Providing power to the VRC 4000
• Providing power to the VRC 4040
• Maintaining the VRC 4000.
Installation Guide
Parts of the VRC
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LPT1
Parallel
Port
DC
PWR
Port
Reset
Switch
Antenna
Port
Serial Port
COM1
Serial
Port
COM2
Locking
Keyboard
Port
RF
Connection
Antenna
Keyboard
DIN
Connector
Mouse
Connector
Network
Connector
Audio
Indicator
Touchscreen
Speaker
PCMCIA
Card
Slot
Cover
Microphone
Port
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Set-Up
To set up your equipment, first unpack your terminal and
accessories, and ensure that the parts shipped match the parts
ordered. Keep the shipping container and packing material in
case you need to return your computer for repair at a later date.
The VRC is factory-equi pped with a network interfac e and the
appropriate network software for communicating with the
network. The network ports on the VRC use different connectors
for each type of ne twork. For Token Ring connections, a DB9
connector is used. For Ethernet connections, an RJ-45 connector
is used. For wireless network communications, an FCC
mandated, non-stand ard RF antenna connector is prov ided.
Note: The VRC 4040 uses Spectrum24 2.4 GHz spread-
spectrum radio link to communicate with (RF) network access points hard-wir ed into the LAN. These
access points must be set up before the terminal can
communicate with the host. Refer to the Access Point
User Documentation for detailed ins truc tions on se tting up the access points.
Mounting the Bracket Assemblies
The VRC 4000 can be mounted almost anywhere that is
convenient to the operator. The mounting location must be near
a standard 1 10 VAC electrical outlet, and there must be sufficient
space below the unit for cable access to the rear panel, which
faces downward when the unit is wall-mounted. Secure the
mounting bracket to a wall prior to attaching the VRC 4000 to
the bracket.
The VRC 4040 mounts to a forklift or other vehicle with a custom
bracket assembly. Operating power is obtained from a DC
power converter that attaches to the vehicle’s electrical system
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