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VX8 User's Guide

1. 13 Document Conventions cecceeseeeeeeeseeseesseeseeeaes 2 E Enter Data How To 47 Environmental Specifications 2 Index F Feat tescu ciet t eii EE 1 Flash Memory 1 G Getting Started 3 Good Scan LED 29 H Hard disk Power Management 46 Hidden Keys 8 10 How To AC DC Power Connection 33 Aim the Scan Beam 49 Connect Barcode Scanner 29 Initiate Page Up command 12 Keyboard data entry 48 Toggle 2nd key on and off 12 Toggle Caps Lock on and off 12 Type s aie ORO NO DITE 12 I IBC LEE 2 Install External Speakers 32 SCANNER SN e E ena 29 K Key functions L 11 Key MAD as anig 51 52 Key Maps Hidden Keys 8 10 Keyboard Control Keys 13 Hidden Key Functions sssssss 8 10 LED Indicators eese 11 Keyboard Backlight 9 11 13 Keypress Sequence n sse 44 Toggling Manually 44 E EQ VX80GWW A VX8 User s Guide 60 Keyboard data entry keyboard shortcuts
2. L Laser Aperture Laser barcode scanner warnings LED indicators intecis LEDs Caps Lock CAPS Secondary Keys a asasssssssassasssayaysssasa M Manuals susanna e iet iSt t S N Nine pin D shell female connector and the Scanner NUM LOCK and 2 Functions ns Disabled l Ri aaa Dh u kas O On Off condition of CapsLock On Off condition of NumLock On Off Switch nicer eee tere Operating Temperature P P r SIyl 9uu l cite terret e e etie 45 Power Management Kee SUL ua dU CPUS Jie Power E EE Procedure Mounting Brackets Q VX8 User s Guide Index S Scanner Nine pin D shell female connector 29 Scanner data entry sssssssssseeeeee 48 Scanner Installation sees 29 Scanning distance 49 Secondary Mode LED Indicator 11 Shielded Cable Requirement 29 Speaker Volume Control Keys 13 Specifications Environmental 2 Standby Mode Power Management 46 Status LED Indicator 11 e EE 45 48 Stylus Data Entry 48 Successful
3. For proper and safe installation the input power cable must be connected to a fused circuit on the vehicle This fused circuit requires a user supplied 5 Amp maximum time delay slow blow high interrupting rating fuse If the supply connection is made directly to the battery the fuse should be installed in the positive lead within 5 inches of the battery positive terminal For installation by trained service personnel only Risk of ignition or explosion Explosive gas mixture may be vented from battery Work only in well ventilated area Avoid creating arcs and sparks at battery terminals E EQ VX8OGWW A VX8 User s Guide 34 VX8 User s Guide Connect Power Cable How To Connect Vehicle Electrical Connection Please review the proper wiring schematic illustration later in this section before beginning power cable install The computer must be powered off Begin by connecting the power cable to the VX8 Work from this connection with the last connection being to the vehicle s power source Route the cable from the VX8 to the DC to DC converter and optionally the blackout screen box Cut the cable to length and strip the wire ends If the blackout screen box is not used do not strip the green and yellow wires Route the power cable the shortest way possible The cable is rated for a maximum temperature of 105 C 221 F When routing this cable it should be protected from physical damage and from surfaces that might e
4. a single D sized RAM arm to attach the VX8 assembly to the RAM ball on the vehicle 2 Useasingle C sized RAM arm to attach the keyboard assembly to the C sized ball on either the VX8 keyboard bracket or a C sized ball on the vehicle Dual RAM balls 1 Use a pair of C sized arms to attach the VX8 assembly to the RAM balls on the vehicle 2 Use a C sized arm to attach the keyboard assembly to a C sized ball on the vehicle E EQ VX8OGWW A VX8 User s Guide 26 Install Mounting Brackets Completed Assembly Samples of completed VX8 bracket assemblies are shown below VX89A021KIT21 including RAMball base and LXE keyboard bracket VX89A025KIT25 including RAM ball base and generic keyboard bracket Figure 15 Completed RAM Mount Assembly VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Removing the Port Lid 27 Removing the Port Lid Before any cables can be attached to the VX8 the port lid must be removed The port lid is held in place with eight 8 Torx 20 screws Remove the screws and the port lid and set aside for reinstallation once all accessories are attached Figure 16 Removing the Port Lid E EQ VX80GWW A VX8 User s Guide 28 Connect Keyboard Connect Keyboard The VX8 has PS 2 connectors for the keyboard and mouse Figure 17 Keyboard and Mouse Connectors LXE VMT Keyboard The VX8 has PS 2 connectors for the keyboard and mouse The connectors are color coded green for keyboard purple for mouse The LXE VMT keyboards u
5. s Determine the position for mounting the RAM ball s Be sure to position the RAM ball s to allow access to the switches and ports on the bottom of the VX8 Depending on the options ordered with the VX8 the RAM ball may be e A single or dual RAM ball mounted directly to the truck e A single or dual RAM ball mounted to a plate The plate then mounts to the truck e Asingle RAM ball integrated with a mounting plate e A single or dual RAM squeeze clamp style ball e A single or dual RAM pipe clamp style ball Additionally some mounting plates contain a provision for another RAM ball which is used to mount the keyboard Sample mounting options Figure 12 Sample RAM Ball Mounting Options E EQ VX8OGWW A VX8 User s Guide 22 Install Mounting Brackets Step 2 Prepare VX8 The VX8 is delivered with one or two RAM balls installed depending on the configuration ordered If an integrated keyboard bracket is to be mounted to the rear of the VX8 follow the procedure below Otherwise skip to the next step 1 The VX8 must be off and the power cord should not be attached during this procedure 2 Place the VX8 face down on a stable surface 3 Remove the RAM ball from the back of the VX8 The hardware attaching the RAM ball Is not reused 4 Install the 2 M5x6 screws in the holes shown below Figure 13 Screw Installation VX8 VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Install Mounting Brackets 23 5
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7. x o Ex j j px j mdesr x TI TT comma To get this key x Kx x x gt x x apostrophe tilde o ee v lolc lt 2ImIS olol gt lwilwitrie z zir n o gt VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Appendix B Regulatory Notices and Safety Information FCC Information This device complies with FCC Rules part 15 Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Warning Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by LXE Inc could void the user s authority to operate this equipment EMC
8. 4 Battery UPS 5 Mini PCI slot 6 PC Card slot option VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Figure 3 VX8 Components Front Function Power LED Off and not powered Off no light Off but powered Green flash very slow Operating normally Green on Suspend Green flashing slow Black out Screen Green flashing fast Over voltage shutdown Redon Over temperature Red flashing Function UPS Mode LED UPS battery powered Green flashing fast UPS battery charging Green on or flashing slow UPS battery charged Off no light Function Hard Drive LED Hard drive activity Green flashing No activity Off dark On Off Button Screen Brightness 1 Power LED 2 UPS Mode LED 3 Hard Drive LED 4 Light Sensor E EQ VX80GWW A V X8 User s Guide 6 The Full Screen Display The Full Screen Display The VX8 Display is a TFT color unit capable of supporting SVGA graphics modes The maximum resolution is 800 x 600 pixels Microsoft Windows Control Panel The Microsoft Windows Control Panel and System Tray icons panel provide standard Windows options for configuring the VX8 such as e Sound volume e Display configuration e Power management e PCMCIA card management Please consult your System Administrator or refer to commercially available Microsoft Windows user guides or the Windows on line Help application for these standard Windows configuration options VX8 U
9. DI E 3 Een on Ro A 4 The Full Screen DISplay e ia 6 Microsoft Windows Control Panel 6 The Keyboards issus innuines 7 LXE 95 key QWERTY Keyboard with Pointing Device 8 Key icio PERTH 8 NumLock andthe V X35 inier tn EP n e ERE ER eli mgl ene Toon enfe Fa HERR DEEP onu 8 CapsLock Scroll Lock and th NX 84 os uuu s susu en ete i Dr ee 8 Keyboard Backlist escenas tive u alan IU SUI ER A 9 LXE 60 key E RE 10 Key Maps m o n 10 Unused Key EE 11 Numktockandthe V Aur u u an ce shahi asss 11 Keyboard BOSE non 11 Keyboard NI pre HOM 11 CAPS INJDE 12 Secondary Keys WED E 12 Goni L S uyanaman intu o bud ict pe no NS te Go 13 General Windows Keyboard Sires Luis eiie usnu EARS LZ dU MM Op I I o pA MCI UHR RR UE 14 Ne XE Re 5 0D NET 15 Soli Ware Sois ir MP M 15 Power 7 EMET A 16 Uninterruptible Power Supply Battery Pack se absence ires rdig natns Ma dede pM S Ih nest 16 curl PN CIC 17 DIDI Eoo 17 IGI t n 17 Eeer 17 INSTALLATION 19 Install Mounting BESOROES ULLA 19 RAM WE 20 E EQ VX8OGWW A VX8 User s Guide ii Mounting E sienne Ai Step 1 Mount Vehicle RAM Ba
10. Directive Requirements This is a Class A product In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures Industry Canada This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Cet appareil num rique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de Classe A prescrites dans le R glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique dits par le minist re des Communications du Canada RF Safety Notice Caution This device is intended to transmit RF energy For protection against RF exposure to humans and in accordance with FCC rules and Industry Canada rules this transmitter should be installed such that a minimum separation distance of at least 20 cm 7 8 in is maintained between the antenna and the general population This device is not to be co located with other transmitters Important This symbol is placed on the product to remind users to dispose of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE approp
11. E VMT keyboard but it may take a few more keystrokes to accomplish a keyed task Almost every key has two or three different functions The primary alpha or numeric character is printed on the key For example when the lt 2 gt key is selected pressing the desired second function key produces the lt 2 gt character i e lt 2 F1 toggles the CAPS Lock function The specific 2 character is printed above the corresponding key Please refer to Appendix A Key Maps for instruction on the specific keypresses to access all PC compatible keyboard functions Touchscreen Entry Note This section is directed to the VX8 user The assumption is that the unit has been configured and the touch panel calibrated by the System Administrator prior to releasing the VXS for use Note Always use the point of the stylus for tapping or making strokes on the display Never use an actual pen pencil or sharp object to write on the touch screen The touchscreen input performs the same function as the mouse that is used to point to and click elements on a desk top computer The stylus is used in the same manner as a mouse single tap or double tap to select menu options drag the stylus across text to select hold the stylus down to activate slider bars etcetera Right click is generated by tapping the mouse icon in the system tray After tapping the mouse icon highlights the right button of the icon in red The next touchscreen tap is treated a
12. Figure 37 Figure 38 Figure 39 Table of Contents Optional AC Power Supply u s a ed ap I RU Ie Mead a eet 32 DC to DC CON xy aee oe dtm intem pde dvd edite aT DII EIS 34 Screen Blackout BOX eaa nein ih ndr eed n i UR E EHE eir TRE PEE fa 35 Power Cable Routing without Blackont ScreendOX u ecce LS D elo baee Saul R Ere ER nn 35 Power Cable Routing with Blackout Screen BOX sissies ite epe pe nt teret ta 36 Strain Relief Braeketsu caufa Ote iro mie ty ea t mH nto pa Or ren aeta 37 Applying Cable Protection KEE 37 Mounting the Port Lid EE 38 The VXS POWT WI MEE e E T 39 Screen Briehiness Conttols siii oor ro HORT OH A RH RET D ED HE EM Dd o ed 42 Caution Labels Class IL Saneti uu rero n i tO vH EH TO RERO EO EUR TD HE HE OSEE DERE 44 Cautionibabels Class IIA SCANNE nur da i e nn ed PDA EPI hanan 44 EUR I A DS Du DS a ari dined a 46 OS Key VMT OWERTY Reborn in u ul niet 47 60 Key VMIT OWERTY Keyboard u ia 48 VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A The VX8 Vehicle Mount Computer Introduction The VX8 Vehicle Mount Computer VMC is a rugged vehicle mounted PC Personal Computer equipped with a Microsoft Windows operating system The VX8 is capable of wireless data communications from a fork lift truck or any properly configured vehicle The unit uses a PCMCIA radio spread spectrum 2 4GHz for wireless data communications The VX8 is a tablet style computer and features a SVGA color TFT display The touch screen display supports graphic feat
13. Install the 1 5 C size RAM ball on the keyboard bracket using four M5 locking nuts 6 Install the keyboard bracket and the 2 25 D Size RAM ball removed previously onto the back of the VX8 Use three M5x20 screws with three tapered washers i JII I i t D 1 1 5 RAM ball Locking nut MS Integrated keyboard bracket Screw M5x20 DO NOT reuse original screws Washer for RAM ball DO NOT reuse original washers SCH des E aa E EQ VXSOGWW A VX8 User s Guide 24 Install Mounting Brackets Step 3 Attach Keyboard to Bracket LXE Keyboards If using the optional integrated keyboard mount attach the keyboard to keyboard mounting plate using the appropriate screws e For the 95 key keyboard use four 8 32x5 8 screws e For the 60 key keyboard use four 10 32x5 8 screws Note 95 key LXE keyboard shown gt Ae Figure 14 Attach Keyboard to Mounting Plate Note Excess keyboard cable length can be looped around the hooks on the bottom of the keyboard mounting plate Other Keyboards A generic keyboard plate is provided for non LXE keyboards 1 Attach the RAM ball to the keyboard mounting plate 2 Attach the keyboard to the keyboard mounting plate The mounting kit DOES NOT include hardware to attach the keyboard to the plate VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Install Mounting Brackets 25 Step 4 Attach VX8 and Keyboard Assembly to RAM Base Single RAM ball 1 Use
14. Scan indicators 49 SVGA graphics modes 6 System Tray icons Windows 6 T Terminal Emulator List 1 Thin Film Transistor TFT Display 6 Toggle 2nd key on and off 12 Touch Screen 45 48 Touchscreen Calibration sss orcinec 46 prins d 48 Finger or Stylus ees 48 TWAS BOT ii nie er E er Ee ERE HUS 29 U Uninterruptible Power Supply Battery 16 Unsuccessful Scan indicators 49 Unused key functions esser 11 UPS Battery Pack 16 V Vehicle Power 12V to 60V DC 16 View DIS Play e 45 VX8 Reference Guide sess 1 W Warm BOOE sr orson sin 43 Warning Laser TE 2ncchs nea ita eae eee 47 E EQ VX80GWW A Index Windows Closing a Window sess 43 Control Panel deeem 6 Help Screens score ttd 6 E EQ VX80GWW A 61 Power Management 46 System Tray icons sssseeseeseeseeseesersesresreeessreressese 6 Windows online Help 6 VX8 User s Guide 62 Index VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A
15. VX8 User s Guide LXE Copyright March 2009 by LXE Inc All Rights Reserved E EQ VX80GWW A LANGUAGE ENGLISH Notices Notice LXE Inc reserves the right to make improvements or changes in the products described in this manual at any time without notice While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this document to assure its accuracy LXE assumes no liability resulting from any errors or omissions in this document or from the use of the information contained herein Further LXE Incorporated reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes to it from time to time without any obligation to notify any person or organization of such revision or changes Copyright Notice This manual is copyrighted All rights are reserved This document may not in whole or in part be copied photocopied reproduced translated or reduced to any electronic medium or machine readable form without prior consent in writing from LXE Inc Copyright O 2009 by LXE Inc An EMS Technologies Company 125 Technology Parkway Norcross GA 30092 U S A 770 447 4224 Trademarks LXE and Spire are registered trademarks of LXE Inc RFTerm is a registered trademark of EMS Technologies Norcross GA Microsoft Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries RAM and RAM Mount are both trademarks of National Products Inc 1205 S Orr Str
16. acklight is manually controlled using the backlight key in the upper right hand corner of the keyboard Pressing the backlight key cycles the keyboard backlight through the levels of backlight intensity Off Maximum intensity Medium intensity Low intensity Note The 2 key function is available on the 60 key keyboard only E EQ VX8OGWW A VX8 User s Guide 10 The Keyboards LXE 60 key QWERTY Keyboard The 60 key keyboard has 101 keyboard functions including a numeric keyboard pad Please refer to Appendix A Key Maps for keypress combinations Esc ouo Boa BREAK nas SANS NO AY ONCE A MR v r ES m F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 7 9 e n amp ins WER CTRL LOU LL EL LOL el i t PgU sees G668608688606 Figure 6 The 60 key QWERTY Keyboard Key Maps The 60 key keyboard supports all 101 keyboard functions However because the keyboard only has 60 keys all functions are not visible or printed on the keyboard Therefore the VX8 keyboard supports what is called hidden keys keys that are accessible but not visible on the keyboard On standard keyboards many keys are found in the Alphanumeric section as well as on the Numeric keypad i e the 1 key is found on the numeric keypad and above the alpha characters on standard keyboards However these keys send distinctly different scan codes when the keys are pressed The default codes for the VX8 number keys correspond to the num
17. ally controlled using the lt 2 S lt CTRL gt lt F10 gt keypress sequence Keyboard LEDs The VX8 keyboard has two 2 LED indicators 1 CapsLock Mode LED Ch Indicator PTTTTTE O88 0000000008 208 PETER Po 2 Secondary Mode LED TTI Lie tee Indicator Figure 7 Keyboard LEDs E EQ VX80GWW A VX8 User s Guide 12 The Keyboards CAPS LED This LED indicates the state of the keyboard CapsLock mode If CapsLock is enabled this LED is illuminated green When CapsLock is off the LED is dark La LEE SALLE Figure 8 The CapsLock Key Press lt 2 then lt F1 gt to toggle CapsLock On and Off The default value of CapsLock is Off Secondary Keys LED The VMT keyboard is equipped with several secondary keys These keys are identified by the superscripted text found on the keyboard keys The secondary keys are accessible by using two 2 keystrokes the 2 key followed by the superscripted key Figure 9 The Secondary Key Once the lt 2 gt state is enabled by pressing the lt 2 gt key the Secondary Mode LED is illuminated and the lt 2 state is enabled until another key is pressed The lt 2 key is toggled on with a lt 2 keypress and then immediately off with another lt 2 gt keypress For example Press 2 and F1 to turn CapsLock on and off Press lt 2 and lt f gt to initiate the PgUp command Press 2 and lt Q gt to type the key Press lt 2 gt and
18. ard Keypad Press These Keys and Then C Lal ow La leste To get this key Press this key I ciaHlo mioj vjojzi xi r x c rio mim cio og N j s ciajo m oj vjolizixi ri ixici cia joj zxjoj vujoj zizi r zxi ic irio mimjoj ojgog iN xi is c o 9 o o 5 3 x x x VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A 51 60 key Standard Keypad gt x gt N s eo o eo s o c s o e o e O s eo o eo m alaola loa a Press this key gt BBB i i I i I Press These Keys and Then z sin em an capstock gt 2 EN EN EN EN EN EN ES ES ES ENS ES PSP PPS PS PS o o o o o o o o ol o s KE KE olal d wc dcw dw wc cwc w Tl Tl T S sl z S Z S S SSSL Zl ole 2 cl lelclelelcelelcie e oloclol o o ol o G o a E 5 So Sjo 2 o gt x gt N S S S S S O Oo Oo O S G E E El El El El EI EI E El B vil Al i cl 8 E S E S E dic c c c c c c c c 35 3 5 531 153 51 35315 5 5 S lwisiwi3ivs s5 lelclelelelelelelesls ag S z S e o le wlco sziwidvl r jololioloi EL lt E vs s eo Se Duis e m e es oo F VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX80GWW A 52 60 key Standard Keypad Press These Keys and Then P his k Cas sue om aw cmo ama x x EE eb xl semicon
19. d as the barcode is decoded Refer to the barcode scanner user s guide for information on the Aiming Beam Timer and beep sequences and the TE reference guide for host generated beep sequences The scan beam must cross every bar and space on the barcode o 12345 67890 y 12345 67890 5 g 912345 67890 Correct Scan Incorrect Scan Incorrect Scan Figure 37 Scan Beam Distance from Label Large barcodes can be scanned at the maximum distance Hold the scanner closer to small barcodes or with bars that are very close together Note Do not position the scanner exactly perpendicular to the barcode being scanned In this position light can bounce back into the scanner s exit window and possibly prevent a successful decode Successful Scan When the scan is successful the scanner s good scan indicator illuminates the scan on indicator is off and the currently running application may produce a distinctive audible tone Unsuccessful Scan When the scan is unsuccessful the scan on indicator remains illuminated and the currently running application may produce distinctive audible tones Check the following e Is the scanner programmed for the barcode being read e Check the barcode for marks or physical damage e g ripped label missing section etc e Try scanning test symbols of the same code type at different distances and angles VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Appendix A Key Maps 95 key Keypad with Pointing Device Fi
20. e 56 Regulatory Notices A Lithium Battery Safety Statement A F 2 A e ocd M z unge ug ungez zx Yn pyet uratapia anr A 010 eomtepikd AREAL AS xo 9 go IIpoocoyn Wope kiv vvos kpn ns sav T pratapia auc SUS u E g HE avtikataotadsi pe AavOaon vo TP TO HE z ALAM a gz due AVTIKOTAOTIOTE LLOVO HE TOV 1510 HE 2 x ana el 9 lO000VOHO T TO TOV GUVIOT TOL AT TOV es aes KR SES eub vA AcweE ior Rx HH OL BASE WX dium EAT MAK A 4 amp O x3 ACER ECM LME F k H RHE TER TS 2 RISE TER EE U C lt 7 agde fl a SET FH SV JP oy Dikkat inde lityum bataryas bulunur Bataryan n yanl de i tirilmesi patlama tehlikesi yarat r Ayn s yla veya reticinin nerdi i e de er tiple de i tirin TR Legend Chinese CN Italian IT Danish DK Japanese JP Dutch NL Korean KR English US Norwegian NO Finnish FI Portuguese PT French FR Spanish ES German DE Swedish SE Greek GR Turkish TR VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Regulatory Notices 57 Fran ais Avertissement et emarque Le manuel n explique pas comment installer et utiliser le syst me d exploitation ou les applications Avertissement Vous avertit des risques de dommages pour les individus ou les biens Suivez toujours les instructions qui figurent en regard de ce symbole Remarque Attire votre attention sur les probl mes qui peuvent survenir si une mesure n est pas prise ou
21. eet Seattle WA 98108 Intel and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries WLinq is a trademark of FreeFloat AB The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by LXE Inc is under license All other brand or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies or organizations When this manual is in PDF format Acrobat Reader Copyright 2009 Adobe Systems Incorporated All rights reserved Adobe the Adobe logo Acrobat and the Acrobat logo are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated applies Information Important safety cautions warnings and regulatory information is contained in The user is strongly cautioned to read Appendix B Regulatory Notices and Safety Appendix B Important This symbol is placed on the product to remind users to dispose of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE appropriately per Directive 2002 96 EC In most areas this product can be recycled reclaimed and re used when properly discarded Do not discard labeled units with trash For information about proper disposal contact LXE through your local sales REED representative or visit www lxe com Table of Contents THE VX8 VEHICLE MOUNT COMPUTER 1 E 1 Document c o SOG a anneau ons docet A EEEE EEE EE 2 Environmental Spec MieaionS EN 2 i S
22. eration Powering On Off Connect the VX8 to a power source either AC or Vehicle The power on off switch is located on the front of the VX8 The switch is sealed by a rubber membrane The Status LED on the VX8 is illuminated when the power is on Press the power switch to start the VX8 You are now ready to use the computer Alternatively the touchscreen can be configured so an extended touch on the touchscreen provides a power on signal Configuration of the touchscreen power on option is handled via the VMT Manager option in the Control Panel For more information consult the VX8 Reference Guide or the system administrator responsible for the configuration of the VX8 Enter data using the keyboard touchscreen or a Serial Barcode Scanner Note Always turn the computer off prior to connecting or disconnecting any power source Figure 33 The VX8 Power Switch The VX8 is designed for a controlled shutdown when using the power switch A controlled shutdown first closes any open programs and then shuts down the Windows operating system DO NOT remove power from the VX8 without shutting down the VX8 The VX8 shutdown may be initiated in any of the following ways e Selecting the Shut Down option from the Windows Start Menu e Selecting the Shut Down option from the Windows Task Manager The Windows Task Manager is displayed by pressing Ctrl Alt Del e Momentarily pressing and releasing the power button The VX8 behavi
23. eric keypad on standard keyboards In order to duplicate the codes sent when the alphanumeric key is pressed the hidden keystroke must be used The hidden keys supported by the VX8 are listed in Appendix A Key Maps VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A The Keyboards 11 Unused Key Functions There are several key functions on the 60 key keyboard that are not used on the VX8 These include e 2nd lt F3 gt The Resume Suspend function is not used as Microsoft Windows controls all power management modes e lt 2nd gt lt F4 gt and lt 2nd gt lt F5 gt The Display Brightness functions are not used as the display brightness is adjusted by the buttons on the VX8 e 2nd F6 and 2nd F7 The Contrast functions are not used as the contrast is not adjustable on the TFT display on the VX8 e 2nd F8 and 2nd F9 The Volume control keys are not used as volume is adjusted via the Microsoft Windows Volume icon in the System Tray e 2nd lt F10 gt Please see Keyboard Backlight later in this section for details on toggling the keyboard backlight NumLock and the VX8 The 60 key keyboard does not have a NumLock indicator or key NumLock can be toggled On or Off using the lt 2 gt lt SHIFT gt lt F10 gt keypress sequence Please refer to the V X8 Reference Guide for more information on NumLock Keyboard Backlight The LXE keyboard keys are backlit with LEDs The backlight is manu
24. est prise de mani re incorrecte Soyez toujours prudent lorsque vous travaillez avec l lectricit Ne mettez jamais l ordinateur sous tension si les conditions environnementales ne sont pas dans les limites indiqu es cf Annexe I Sp cifications Par exemple v rifiez que l ordinateur est mis sous tension avant d entrer dans une unit de stockage froide Avant l installation veillez ce que tous les crit res relatifs l environnement soient respect s Vous trouverez une liste de ces crit res en Annexe I dans les Sp cifications Ne changez pas les vis d origine avec lesquelles sont mont s les supports Des vis trop longues peuvent endommager le syst me lectrique de l ordinateur Soyez toujours prudent lorsque vous travaillez avec l lectricit Si la masse du v hicule n est pas la m me que celle du ch ssis du v hicule vous devez alors monter l ordinateur sur des patins en caoutchouc Ne connectez jamais l alimentation aux prises 5 ou 6 qui servent la fonction de noir de l cran d crite la section 2 2 Vous pouvez d finir cette fonction dans l application VMT Computer Manager cf 4 3 1 Seuls les salari s IT exp riment s sont autoris s utiliser le logiciel VMT Computer Manager car des param tres incorrects peuvent avoir des effets ind sirables sur certaines fonctions Si vous modifiez ou r installez le syst me d exploitation de l ordinateur vous pouvez
25. f possible clean only those areas which are soiled Lint particulates can be removed with clean filtered canned air VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Power Management 43 Calibrating the Touchscreen Although the touch screen is installed and calibrated at the factory users may make adjustments to it by using the Fujitsu Touch Panel on the Microsoft Windows Programs menu To calibrate the touchscreen select Start Programs UPDD Calibrate The calibration utility displays a cross on the screen Touch the center of the cross with the stylus and hold for a few seconds Release and repeat with the next cross After all locations have been touched the calibration utility automatically closes If no input is received the calibration utility times out Press ESC to exit the calibration utility without saving any changes Power Management All Power Management is handled through the Microsoft Windows Control Panel System standby and turning the monitor and hard disk off are accessed from the Power Management icon For more information consult the VX8 Reference Guide or the system administrator responsible for the configuration of the VX8 Note When configuring power management consider that the VX8 continues to draw power from the vehicle battery when not in use When power management is used the drain on battery power during periods of inactivity is minimal E EQ VX8OGWW A VX8 User s Guide 44 Laser Barcode Scanner Warnings La
26. gure 38 95 Key VMT QWERTY Keyboard The key map table that follows lists the commands used for the VX8 When running LXE s RFTerm M program please refer to the RFTerm M Reference Guide for equivalent keys and keypress sequences Key Map 101 Key Equivalencies There are ten hidden keys on the 95 key keyboard Each of these hidden keys is accessed by pressing the Fn key plus another key To get this key Press These Keys and Then Insert Fn 0 on the number pad Home Fn 7 on the number pad Page Up Fn 9 on the number pad Delete Fn on the number pad End Fn 1 on the number pad Page Down Fn 3 on the number pad Up Arrow Fn 8 on the number pad Left Arrow Fn 4 on the number pad Down Arrow Fn 2 on the number pad Right Arrow Fn 6 on the number pad Note The 2 key function is available on the 60 key keyboard only E EQ VX8OGWW A VX8 User s Guide 48 60 key Standard Keypad 60 key Standard Keypad Esc onp H CAPS Han R S X4 WcxvgOO WCvWca WoavM nr ETS Fi F2 Fs F4 Fs re F7 rs ro Fo 7 9 A amp ins WEIER CTRL 006600000066 i i PgUp gt S6866660600 068i E Home H PgDn RB END lt DELW 000000660666 Figure 39 60 Key VMT QWERTY Keyboard The key map table that follows lists the commands used for the VX8 When running LXE s RFTerm M program please refer to the RFTerm M Reference Guide for equivalent keys and keypress sequences Key Map 101 Key Equiva
27. ide a conditioned power source to the VX8 The VX8 cannot be connected to vehicle power without the DC to DC power supply If DC power is not available for example in an office environment an optional external Input Power Supply can be used to convert AC wall power to an appropriate DC level See the section titled Installation sub section titled External Power Supply Uninterruptible Power Supply Battery Pack An Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS is built into the VX8 to provide power for short periods of time when vehicle power is unavailable such as when vehicle batteries are swapped The UPS when enabled can be used to power the VX8 for a specified period of time before shutdown Configuration of the UPS is handled via the VMT Manager option in the Control Panel For more information consult the VX8 Reference Guide or the system administrator responsible for the configuration of the VX8 VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Getting Help 17 Getting Help All LXE manuals are now available on one CD and they can also be viewed downloaded from the LXE website Contact your LXE representative to obtain the LXE Manuals CD You can also get help from LXE by calling the telephone numbers listed on the LXE Manuals CD in the file titled Contacting LXE This information is also available on the LXE website www lxe com Explanations of terms and acronyms used in this guide are located in the file titled Glossary
28. lencies When using a sequence of keys that includes the lt 2 key press the lt 2 key first then the rest of the key sequence Note NumLock can be toggled On or Off with the lt 2 gt lt SHIFT gt lt F10 gt key sequence When the computer boots with a VMT keyboard the default condition of Caps or CapsLock is Off The Caps or CapsLock condition can be set using BIOS Setup or toggled with a lt 2 gt lt F1 gt key sequence The CAPS LED on the VMT keyboard is illuminated when CapsLock is On Press These Keys and Then KEE To get this key Press this key The Suspend Resume key has no function as Windows Power Management controls the power management modes VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A 60 key Standard Keypad To get this key Delete numeric BackTab Ctrl Break Pause Up Arrow Down Arrow Right Arrow Left Arrow Insert Home End Page Up Page Down Right Shift Right Alt Right Ctrl ScrollLock NumLock F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 TI zech N 2 o oj jojo jo mo Press These Keys and Then Le Fou L on pur enne px j 2 Press Ctrl then lt 2 then F2 to produce Ctrl Break E EQ VX80GWW A 49 Press this key Tab F2 F3 Up Arrow Down Arrow Right Arrow Left Arrow Ins BkSp DEL Left Arrow Right Arrow Up Arrow Down Arrow F7 F8 F9 F4 F10 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 rO T mi c om gt VX8 User s Guide 50 60 key Stand
29. ll s Step 2 Prepare VX S nee nette Step 3 Attach Keyboard to Bracket Step 4 Attach VX8 and Keyboard Assembly to RAM Base Completed AE Cd nent Removing the Port LiId Connect Keyboard nina LXE VMT ET EE Non LXE Keyboard or Mouse Connect Serial Barcode Scanner Connect USB Devices Internal USB Port e ecce erede Ie feret Quwiqa aus fee evi dedo un Exteraal USB EE Connect Ethernet Cable Connect External Headset Connect Power Cable External AC Power Supply Optional Vehicle 12 80VDC Power Connection Connecting Cables to Power Sources Wiring Schematic without Blackout Screen Box Wiring Schematic with Blackout Screen Box Strain Relief Cable Clamps Cable Protection TT vsvcisnnitesvnscnsnnnssnsteness
30. lt BkSp gt to enter the Insert Ins mode VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A The Keyboards 13 Control Keys The VMT keyboard has several control keys Because of the construction of the VX8 and the Microsoft Windows operating system many of the Control Keys are not used on the VX8 Note The 2 functions of the F4 and lt F5 gt keys are not used as the display brightness is adjusted via the buttons on the VXS The 2 functions of the F6 and F7 keys are not used as the VX8 has TFT LCD screen with no provision for contrast adjustments The 2 functions of the F8 and F9 keys are not used as the sound volume on the VXS6 is controlled with the Sound icon in the Microsoft Windows System Tray The lt F10 gt key is used to toggle the backlight as part of the keypress sequence lt 2 gt lt CTRL gt lt F10 gt This key sequence immediately toggles the status of the keyboard backlight Pressing lt 2 lt F10 gt has no effect on the keyboard backlight 1 Display Brightness Control Keys Not used 2 Display Contrast Control Keys Not used 3 Speaker Volume Control Keys Not 2 used 4 Backlight Control Key See above xx W o W 2 O v W xt ra sw BKLT F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 Figure 10 The VMT Keyboard Display Controls E EQ VX80GWW A VX8 User s Guide 14 General Windows Keyboard Shortcuts The Keyboards Use the keyboard shortcuts in the chart below to navigate with any VX8 ke
31. lus for tapping or making strokes on the display Never use an actual pen pencil or sharp object to write on the touch screen An extra or replacement stylus may be ordered from LXE See the Accessories section for the stylus part number Adjusting Screen Display The color TFT display is an active source of light The VX8 display brightness can be adjusted via the brightness control buttons located on the VX8 Figure 34 Screen Brightness Controls Screen brightness is adjusted using the buttons or on the front of the VX8 The screen s background lighting can be turned off by holding both buttons simultaneously Background lighting is restored by pushing one of the buttons or by touching the screen The ambient light autosensor is located on the front to the left of the brightness controls Configuration of the ambient light control is handled via the VMT Manager option in the Control Panel For more information consult the VX8 Reference Guide or the system administrator responsible for the configuration of the V X8 Cleaning the Display Keep fingers and rough or sharp objects away from the display If the glass becomes soiled or smudged clean only with a standard household cleaner such as Windex without vinegar or use Isopropyl Alcohol Do not use paper towels or harsh chemical based cleaning fluids since they may result in damage to the glass surface Use a clean damp lint free cloth Do not scrub optical surfaces I
32. nel is open the VX8 IS NOT environmentally sealed The internal USB port should only be used when the VX8 is in a clean dry dust free environment Use the external USB port if a USB device must be used in a harsh environment 3 When finished with the USB device unplug the device and reattach the user panel access cover External USB Port A pair of external USB ports is available located on the bottom of the VX8 Figure 21 External USB Ports 1 Plug the desired device such as a USB mouse or floppy drive into the end of the dongle cable with the USB port Refer to the documentation for your USB device for more details on installation USB devices may be installed removed or swapped without turning off the VX8 2 Secure the cable with a strain relief see instructions later in this chapter VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Connect Ethernet Cable 31 Connect Ethernet Cable Figure 22 Connect Ethernet Cable 1 Insert the network cable and ensure it is firmly seated in the connector jack 2 To remove the Ethernet cable press the release tab on the cable end Connect External Headset The VX8 provides an external headset connection via an audio Jack connector and a microphone to a separate microphone jack connector The connectors are color keyed and marked with the headset and microphone symbols Figure 23 Connect External Headset 1 Insert the speaker or headphone plug into the audio connector making sure
33. ng to it when you need more information about a particular subject This guide takes you through installation and operation of the LXE VX8 In general the sequence of events is 1 Install Vehicle Mounting Bracket and keyboard mounting bracket on vehicle 2 Secure VX8 in Mounting Bracket Assembly 3 Connect power cable to the VX8 Connect DC to DC converter and optional screen blanking box 4 Connect DC to DC converter to vehicle power 5 Connect accessories to VX8 e g scanner antenna keyboard 6 Secure all cables 7 Turn the VX8 on The VX8 and its keyboard should be mounted in an area in the vehicle where it e Does not obstruct the vehicle driver s vision or safe vehicle operation e Can be easily accessed by anyone seated in the driver s seat E EQ VX8OGWW A VX8 User s Guide Components Components Figure 1 VX8 Components Bottom Position Function Power supply 12V DC 50W Mic in Audio out COM2 RS232 12V COMI RS232 5V VGA external monitor Multipurpose connector USB 2 0 RS232 12 V SININ MJA ID Is RJ 45 Ethernet 10 100 LAN No 2x USB 2 0 e PS 2 Mouse PS 2 Keyboard N Bluetooth antenna connector Figure 2 VX8 Components Top The service lid has been removed to show components Position Function 1 USB 2 0 2 Hard drive 3 Compact Flash slot behind HD cable
34. on the LXE Manuals CD Manuals and Accessories Manuals The following manuals are available on the LXE Manuals CD e VX8 Reference Guide e Contacting LXE e LXE Technical Glossary Accessories LXE carries a full line of accessories for the VX8 For information on these accessories please refer to the VX8 amp VX9 accessory catalog This catalog is available at www lxe com or by contacting your LXE representative E EQ VX80GWW A VX8 User s Guide 18 Manuals and Accessories VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Installation Install Mounting Brackets Caution This device is intended to transmit RF energy For protection against RF exposure to humans and in accordance with FCC rules and Industry Canada rules this transmitter should be installed such that a minimum separation distance of at least 20 cm 7 8 in is maintained between the antenna and the general population This device is not to be co located with other transmitters Several types of mounts are provided for the VX8 For a complete listing of mounting kits and the contents of each kit please refer to the VX8 amp VX9 accessory catalog This catalog is available at www lxe com or by contacting your LXE representative VX8 with single RAM ball option If the VX8 is ordered with a single RAM ball available mounting options include e Truck bracket with a single RAM ball no keyboard mount provision e Truck bracket with a RAM ball for VX8 mount plus a RAM ball f
35. on or commands due to radio type ATTENTION Keyword that indicates vital or pivotal information to follow Attention symbol that indicates vital or pivotal information to follow Also when marked on product means to refer to the manual or operator s guide gt P International fuse replacement symbol When marked on the product the label includes fuse ratings in volts v and amperes a for the product P Note Keyword that indicates immediately relevant information Caution Keyword that indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury WARNING Keyword that indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury DANGER P Keyword that indicates an imminent hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Feature Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Water Sand Dust Vibration tested Shock tested Moisture tested VX8 User s Guide Environmental Specifications E EQ VX8OGWW A Quick Start 3 Quick Start This section s instructions are based on the assumption that your new system is pre configured and requires only accessory installation e g antenna external keyboard and or barcode scanner and a power source Use this guide as you would any other source book reading portions to learn about the VX8 and then referri
36. or keyboard mount e RAM ball base with integrated keyboard bracket for back of V X8 VX8 with dual RAM ball option If the VX8 is ordered with dual RAM balls available mounting options include e Truck bracket with a dual RAM balls no keyboard mount provision e Truck bracket with dual RAM balls for VX8 mount plus a RAM ball for keyboard mount Keyboard mounting options They keyboard may be mounted using e Integrated keyboard bracket included in some single RAM ball mounting kits e ARAM mount using the keyboard ball on some truck brackets e A stand alone keyboard mount using a RAM ball attached to the vehicle Individual brackets Many individual mounting brackets are also available E EQ VX8OGWW A VX8 User s Guide 20 Install Mounting Brackets RAM Mount System The following RAM balls are used to mount the VX8 D sized 2 25 balls and arms Used to mount the VX8 when a single RAM ball is ordered on the back of the VX8 A D sized ball is also used on the truck C sized 1 5 balls and arms Used to mount the VX8 when dual RAM balls are ordered on the back of the VX8 A pair of C sized balls is also used on the truck Keyboard brackets also use C sized ball A corresponding C sized ball is either included as part of the VX8 mounting bracket or mounted independently on the truck for the keyboard assembly VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Install Mounting Brackets 21 Mounting Procedure Step 1 Mount Vehicle RAM Ball
37. or when the power button is pressed can be configured in the Power Options section of the Windows Control Panel e An extended touch on the touchscreen can be configured to power down the VX8 To enable this option refer to the VMT Options section of the Windows Control Panel Once enabled the extended touch behaves the same as a press of the power switch e Pressing and holding the power button for approximately five seconds Any open programs and the Windows operating system are shut down before power off Use this option to shut down the VX8 when the operating system is not responding For more information on the Windows shutdown process please refer to the Windows help function or commercially available Windows help guides E EQ VX8OGWW A VX8 User s Guide 40 Powering On Off Reset Key Sequence Reboot Note The lt CTRL gt lt ALT gt lt DEL gt function can be used to shut down a Microsoft Windows application or reboot the computer The keypress brings up the Task Manager window To reboot the VX8 without turning the computer off press lt CTRL gt lt ALT gt lt DEL gt and select Shut Down from the Task Manager window When the system is rebooted Windows performs a controlled shutdown closing any open programs before shutting down the Windows operating system The current contents of RAM are lost when rebooting It is recommended to save any needed data and exit in an orderly fashion from any running
38. panel after providing proper fusing ATTENTION For uninterrupted power electrical supply connections should not be made a any point after the ignition switch of the vehicle 9 If used connect the wiring for the blackout screen box 10 Use proper electrical and mechanical fastening means for terminating the cable Properly sized crimp type electrical terminals are an accepted method of termination Please select electrical connectors sized for use with 18AWG 1mm conductors 11 Provide mechanical support for the cable by securing it to the vehicle structure at approximately one foot intervals taking care not to over tighten and pinch conductors or penetrate outer cable Jacket Wiring Schematic without Blackout Screen Box EXISTING CIRCUITRY ON VEHICLE FORKLIFT BATTERY MAIN SWITCH mem E VEHICLE MOUNTED COMPUTER 5A slow fuse Close to power source Do not connect Circular Power Connector ISOLATED DC DC Supplied Power Cable Shielding to be trimmed Figure 28 Power Cable Routing without Blackout Screen Box E EQ VX8OGWW A VX8 User s Guide 36 Connect Power Cable Wiring Schematic with Blackout Screen Box 5A slow fuse Close to power source VX8 User s Guide EXISTING CIRCUITRY ON VEHICLE Blackout Screen Box FORKLIFT BATTERY MOTION CIRCUITRY e g Parking MAIN SWITCH Break Switch VEHICLE MOUNTED COMPUTER Circular Po
39. programs before rebooting VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Keyboard Backlight 41 Keyboard Backlight LXE VMT keyboards feature LEDs that illuminate the individual keys 95 Key Keyboard The backlight is manually controlled using the backlight key in the upper right hand corner of the keyboard Pressing the backlight key cycles the backlight through the levels of backlight intensity e Off e Maximum intensity e Medium intensity e Low intensity 60 Key Keyboard The keyboard backlight may be toggled manually by pressing lt 2 gt lt CTRL gt lt F10 gt This key sequence immediately changes the state of the keyboard backlight as follows e Turns the backlight Off if it is currently On e Turns the backlight On if it is currently Off PS 2 Keyboard Standard PS 2 keyboards generally do not feature keyboard backlighting E EQ VX80GWW A VX8 User s Guide 42 Display and Touchscreen Display and Touchscreen The VX8 Display is a thin film transistor display capable of supporting SVGA graphics modes Display size is 800 x 600 pixels The display covering is designed to resist stains The touch screen allows signature capture and touch input The touch screen is a Resistive Panel with a scratch resistant finish that can detect touches by a stylus and translate them into computer commands In effect it simulates a computer mouse Only Delrin or plastic styluses should be used Note Always use the point of the sty
40. ption in the Control Panel For more information consult the VX8 Reference Guide or the system administrator responsible for the configuration of the VX8 The scanner cable is attached to the COMI port The cable requires a nine pin D shell female connector for the VX8 Note Use of a shielded cable is required to maintain FCC and CISPR22 emissions compliance Figure 19 Connect Serial Scanner Cable 1 Seat the connector firmly over the pins and turn the thumbscrews in a clockwise direction Do not overtighten When you have finished using the scanner remove it from the VX8 and store the scanner in a closed container or bag 1 Good Scan LED or equivalent 2 Trigger 3 Laser Aperture at Front Figure 20 Generic Barcode Scanner A Refer to the documentation received with the barcode scanner for complete instructions E EQ VXSOGWW A VX8 User s Guide 30 Connect USB Devices Connect USB Devices The VX8 provides an internal USB port and an external USB Internal USB Port An internal USB port is provided behind the user access panel on the top of the VX8 1 Loosen the screws securing the access panel cover so the cover can be removed 2 Plug the desired device such as a USB mouse or floppy drive into the USB port Refer to the documentation for your USB device for more details on installation USB devices may be installed removed or swapped without turning off the VX8 While the access pa
41. r mouse attached to the VX8 using the PS 2 ports Please refer to documentation provided with the PS 2 keyboard and mouse for more information on their operation Software Keyboard The optional software keyboard provides a virtual keyboard on the touchscreen The soft keyboard is available in several configurations Esc Fi F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 FO F10 F11 F12 Grint Scr Pause SysRal L ck pech Am E i leen Kee SEY san isi zr e je Page Mum s 2e lselasis 8 z la la mois insert Home Lock t 7 ks la E v Ju i o e A Page 7 a 9 o Delete End Down tome T Pap ais A S D F G H J K L 6 x Move Close Min di 5 ES cz IX 1e IV 1E IN IM i 5 1 12 3 T Anll T End PgDn c Ctrl Win Alt Alt Gr Win Apps Ctrl J l con KE Ins Del Figure 11 Virtual Keyboard Sample Configuration Note When the virtual keyboard is displayed the physical keyboard is still active if attached Therefore it is possible to input data from both keyboards E EQ VX8OGWW A VX8 User s Guide 16 Power Supply Power Supply Vehicle power input for the VX8 is dependent on the power supply selected Availability of power supplies may vary by region VX89A301PSDC9TO36V Power Supply DC DC for 9 36V trucks 60W VX89A302PSDCASV Power Supply DC DC for 18 60V trucks 60 W VX89A303PSDC60TO110V Power Supply DC DC for 50 150V trucks 60 W Important A DC to DC power supply is required to prov
42. rated pointing device and left and right mouse buttons However because the keyboard only has 95 keys all functions are not visible or printed on the keyboard Therefore the VX8 keyboard supports what is called hidden keys keys that are accessible but not visible on the keyboard As with a standard keyboard many keys are found in the Alphanumeric section as well as on the Numeric keypad i e the 1 key is found on the numeric keypad and above the alpha characters on standard keyboards However these keys send distinctly different scan codes when the keys are pressed The hidden keys supported by the VX8 are listed in Appendix A Key Maps NumLock and the VX8 For the 95 key keyboard the NumLock key and the numeric keys are backlit green when NumLock is off When NumLock is on the backlight for the NumLock key and the numeric keys is amber Please refer to the VX8 Reference Guide for more information on NumLock CapsLock Scroll Lock and the VX8 For the 95 key keyboard the CapsLock key is backlit green when CapsLock is off When CapsLock is on the backlight for the CapsLock key is amber The Scroll Lock key is backlit green when Scroll Lock is off When Scroll Lock is on the backlight for the Scroll Lock key is amber The default values for CapsLock and Scroll Lock are Off VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A The Keyboards Keyboard Backlight The 95 key keyboard backlights each key with an LED The keyboard b
43. riately per Directive 2002 96 EC In most areas this product can be recycled reclaimed and re used when properly discarded Do not discard labeled units with trash For information about proper disposal contact LXE through your local sales representative or visit www lxe com E EQ VX8OGWW A VX8 User s Guide 54 Regulatory Notices The product complies with the harmonized European standards and technical specifications listed below EN 61000 6 4 2001 EN 61000 6 2 2005 FCC part 15 Subpart B Additionally all models are CB certified and comply with the standard below st IEC 60950 1 2001 1 Edition EN 61000 6 2 2001 Incl Group and national differences for the CENELEC countries and national differences for US and Canada according to CB Bulletin 109A USCA 05 I VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Regulatory Notices 55 Lithium Battery Safety Statement Caution Lithium battery inside Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with same or equivalent type recommended by battery manufacturer US Attention Contient une pile de lithium Risque d explosion dans le cas o la pile ne serait pas correctement remplac e Remplacer uniquement avec une pile semblable ou equivalente au type de pile recommand par le fabricant FR Forsigtig Indeholder lithiumbattterier Risiko for eksplosion hvis batteriet udskiftes forkert M kun udskiftes med samme eller til
44. s a right click The mouse icon then returns to the left button highlighted in red so subsequent taps are treated as left clicks When using a stylus hold the stylus as if it were a pen or pencil Touch an element on the screen with the tip of the stylus then remove the stylus from the screen The touch screen responds to an actuation force touch of up to 4 oz of pressure The touch screen can be used in conjunction with the keyboard and an input output device connected to one of the VX8 s serial ports e Touch the stylus to the field of the data entry form to receive the next data feed e The cursor begins to flash in the field e The unit is ready to accept data from either the keyboard or a device connected to a serial port E EQ VX8OGWW A VX8 User s Guide 46 Enter Data Scanner Entry The following section is directed toward a generic tethered scanner connected to the COMI serial port on the VX8 Aiming the Barcode Scanner Aim the scanner away from you direct it at the barcode and press the trigger to scan The Scan On LED or equivalent turns red to indicate the scanner is on Adjust the aim so that the thin red laser beam covers the entire length of the barcode Some scanners use a laser aiming beam which then spreads into a wide beam when the scanner s Aiming Beam Timer expires Place the aiming beam in the center of the barcode and hold the scanner steady until the beam spreads and the barcode is decoded Beeps may be hear
45. se an adapter cable to attach to the VX8 Figure 18 LXE Keyboards with Adapter Cable 1 Turn the VX8 off before attaching the keyboard cable 2 Insert the PS 2 mouse and keyboard plugs on the adapter cable into the corresponding port on the VX8 3 Attach the other end of the adapter cable to the connector on the keyboard Once the pins are firmly seated tighten turning clockwise the thumbscrews 4 Secure the cable with a strain relief see instructions later in this chapter 5 Turn the VX8 on Non LXE Keyboard or Mouse A PS 2 keyboard and mouse can be connected directly to the VX8 The green PS 2 connector on the VX8 is for the keyboard the purple PS 2 connector is for a mouse 1 Attach a PS 2 keyboard and or PS 2 mouse to the appropriately labeled PS 2 connector 2 Secure the cable with a strain relief see instructions later in this chapter 3 Turn the VX8 on VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Connect Serial Barcode Scanner 29 Connect Serial Barcode Scanner An Refer to the documentation received with the barcode scanner for complete instructions Read all warnings and caution labels Please note Pin 9 of COM2 provides 12V and should not be used for a scanner that requires 5V Pin 9 of COMI must be configured to provide 5V An LED illuminates near the COMI connector when the 5V option is enabled The LED is off when RI is enabled Configuration of COM port power is handled via the VMT Manager o
46. ser Barcode Scanner Warnings e Do not look into the laser s lens e Do not stare directly into the laser beam e Do not remove the laser caution labels from the scanner e Do not connect the laser barcode module to any other device Caution Please read the caution labels Avoid exposure Laser light is emitted from the scanner s aperture Use of controls adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure The scanner uses laser light The following labels are representations of caution and warning labels placed on laser scanners Figure 35 Caution Labels Figure 36 Caution Labels Class II Scanner Class IIIA Scanner Do not pour spray or spill any liquid on the scanner The Barcode Scanner contains the circuitry scanning motor and laser Handle with appropriate care Enter Data You can enter data into the VX8 through several different methods e The tethered scanner connected to the COMI serial port provides barcode data entry e The serial ports are used to input output data e The keyboards provide manual entry e The touchscreen also provides manual entry VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Enter Data 45 Keyboard Entry a Refer to Appendix A Key Maps for specific keypresses The keyboard is used to manually input data that is not collected otherwise Almost any function that a full sized computer keyboard can provide is duplicated on the LX
47. ser s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A The Keyboards 7 The Keyboards The following keyboard options are available for the VX8 e LXE VMT 95 key QWERTY keyboard with integrated pointing device a customized rugged keyboard connected to the VX8 via an adapter cable e LXE VMT 60 key QWERTY keyboard a customized rugged keyboard connected to the VX8 via an adapter cable e A keyboard and mouse with standard PS 2 connectors via the PS 2 ports on the VX8 e A software keyboard or virtual keyboard can be displayed on the touch screen The virtual keyboard can be used in place of or in addition to a physical keyboard For more details on each keyboard type please refer to the appropriate section later in this section 95 key with Integrated Pointing Device 60 key Figure 4 The LXE VMT Keyboards with Cable E EQ VX80GWW A VX8 User s Guide The Keyboards LXE 95 key QWERTY Keyboard with Pointing Device Key Maps Designed for ease of use with Windows operating systems the 95 key keyboard with pointing device connects via a cable to the PS 2 ports on the VX8 Additional Windows keys the Windows logo key and the Application key and an integrated pointing device are provided for ease of use with Windows operating systems aae ET E6J E JEJEJEJE ECHEC ELITS HIT ET Figure 5 The 95 key QWERTY Keyboard The 95 key keyboard supports all 104 keyboard functions 101 keyboard standard plus Windows keys and includes an integ
48. sesansssnedenssannsanensnstens Bosannd POI LI PAR ORNE OPERATION Powermg DIDIT u LENS LOG UR Cp RUE KIGR EN ERREUR Reset Key Sequence REDOOL uuu kusata kawsa Keyboard Backligi ius ei ee n a RR DERE EE LEER e R FIMUM a ette eR aie 95 Key Keyboatd acento eR pnt iunt u cu aea tu chua Me te 60 Koy ioci o error ease ER ee PS V D u au au m m DQ maaa la loto Display and Touchscreen Adjusting Screen Display ado e qas fpi d b n ee C leanmgaihe Display c Calibrating the TOUS dis seins gege Power Management Laser Barcode Scanner Warnings V X8 User s Guide Table of Contents E EQ VX8OGWW A Table of Contents Egeter ne K cu Bald mis Touchscreen BEP esu quad ukana ae Scanner EMV OL REP MEE Aiming the Barcode Scanner Distance from Label usan aaa oiera Ducbess tul SOAN E Unsuccessful SCAM int APPENDIX A KEY MAPS 95 key Keypad with Pointing Device Key Map 101 Key Equivalencies 60 key Standard Keypad Key Map 101 Key Equivalencies APPENDIX B REGULATORY NOTICES AND SAFETY INFORMATION INDEX Illustrations Figure d V XS Components BODOR u ul u u L u e
49. svarende type som anbefalet af fabikanten DK Varoitus Tama tuote k ytt laservaloa Skannerissa on jokin seuraavista tarroista Lue Huomio kohta FI Vorsicht Enth lt Lithium Batterie Bei unsachgem fem Ersatz besteht Explosionsgefahr Nur durch gleichen oder vom Hersteller empfohlenen Typ ersetzen DE Attenzione Batteria al litio Pericolo di esplosione qualora la batteria venga sostituita in maniera scorretta Sostituire solo con lo stesso tipo o equivalente consigliato per il fabbricante IT Atenc o Cont m pilha de l tio H perigo de explos o no caso de uma substitui o incorreta Substitua somente pelo mesmo tipo ou equivalente recomendado pelo fabricante PT Varning Inneh ller litiumbatteri Fara f r explosion om batteriet r felaktigt placerat eller av fel typ Anv nd endast samma eller motsvarande typ batterier rekommenderade av tillverkaren SE Advarsel Innmontert Lithium batteri Eksplosjonsfare ved feil montering av batteri Benytt kun batteri anbefalt av produsent NO Cuidado Pila de litio adentro Peligro de explosi n si la pila se reemplaza incorrectamente Reemplace solamente con el mismo tipo o equivalente recomendado por el fabricante ES Oppassen Bevat Lithium batterij Incorrrecte plaatsing van batterij kan leiden tot explosiegevaar Alleen vervangen door hetzelfde of door fabrikant aanbevolen gelijkwaardig type NL E EQ VX8OGWW A VX8 User s Guid
50. the plug is firmly seated in the Jack 2 Insert the microphone plug into the microphone connector making sure the plug is firmly seated in the jack E EQ VXSOGWW A VX8 User s Guide 32 Connect Power Cable Connect Power Cable Figure 24 Connect Power Cable to VX8 External AC Power Supply Optional Figure 25 Optional AC Power Supply How To Connect External Power Supply 1 Turn the VX8 off 2 Connect the appropriate detachable cordset to the external power supply 3 Plug cordset into appropriate grounded electrical supply receptacle AC mains 4 Connect the watertight connector end to the VX8 s Power Connector by aligning the connector pins to the power connector push down on the watertight connector and twist it to fasten securely 5 Turn the VX8 on VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Connect Power Cable 33 Vehicle 12 80VDC Power Connection Connecting Cables to Power Sources The DC to DC converter is used to power the VX8 The converter must be used with the VX8 regardless of vehicle voltage Specifications for electrical supply Input Always observe input voltage range specified on the DC to DC power supply and Voltage the optional screen blackout box Output 12 VDC 10 Voltage Power 50 W Fuse 5 A slow blow fuse 3 A for optional screen blackout box Fuses are USER SUPPLIED Please refer to the appropriate wiring schematic on the following pages for wiring colors and connections
51. ures and Microsoft Windows icons that the Windows XP operating system supports An illuminated keyboard is available to facilitate use in dimly lit areas The VX8 provides the power and functionality of a desktop computer in a vehicle mounted unit with a wide range of options e 600MHz or 1 0GHz Intel Celeron or 1 4GHz Intel Pentium CPU e 512 or 1024MB of SDRAM e Wireless options include 802 1 1abg 802 11bg Bluetooth and WAN All options may not be available in all areas e Ethernet port e USB port e Choice of storage media e SVGA display e Standard hardened and defroster touch screen options e Built in Uninterruptible Power Supply UPS e RAM Mount options Note The VX8 Reference Guide contains VX8 technical information and advanced Junctions E EQ VXSOGWW A VX8 User s Guide 2 Introduction Document Conventions This reference guide uses the following document conventions ALL CAPS All caps are used to represent disk directories file names and application names Menu Choice Rather than use the phrase choose the Save command from the File menu this manual uses the convention choose File Save Quotes Indicates the title of a book chapter or a section within a chapter for example Document Conventions lt gt Indicates a key on the keyboard for example lt Enter gt Indicates a reference to other documentation ES Differences in operati
52. wer Connector ISOLATED DC DC Supplied Power Cable Shielding to be trimmed Figure 29 Power Cable Routing with Blackout Screen Box E EQ VX80GWW A Strain Relief Cable Clamps 37 Strain Relief Cable Clamps Use the strain relief to prevent the contacts from disconnecting from the unit while operating The brackets for strain relief can be turned around to fit various contact lengths Use strain relief brackets for USB and PS 2 connectors Figure 30 Strain Relief Brackets When all peripherals are connected the cabling should be put in the cable protection tube see below Cable Protection Tube Cut the provided openable cable protection tube to the appropriate length Put the cables in one half of it and then put the other half on as illustrated below Figure 31 Applying Cable Protection Tube Before mounting the port lid fit the cable tube in the sockets of the chassis and lid Then secure the port lid as detailed below E EQ VXSOGWW A VX8 User s Guide 38 Securing Port Lid Securing Port Lid The screws used for the port lid should be alternately tightened to provide proper dust and moist protection IP65 requirement There are eight 8 Torx 20 screws securing the port lid Figure 32 Mounting the Port Lid Fasten the cable tube in the vehicle without putting strain on the tube Now the VX8 is ready to be mounted in the vehicle VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX8OGWW A Op
53. xceed this temperature Do not expose the cable to chemicals or oil that may cause the wiring insulation to deteriorate Note If the vehicle is equipped with a panel containing Silicon Controller Rectifiers SCR s avoid routing the power cable in close proximity to these devices Always route the cable so that it does not interfere with safe operation and maintenance of the vehicle Remove the lid from the DC to DC converter Attach the stripped wire ends to the output side of the DC to DC converter Attach stripped wire ends to the input side of the DC to DC converter Figure 26 DC to DC Converter The input and output blocks each have two and two minus connectors Either connector in the block can be used to connect the matching polarity wire Use the looms and wire ties to secure all wiring then reattach the cover with the screws E EQ VX8OGWW A Connect Power Cable 35 6 Ifthe blackout screen box is used for the VX8 installation attach the stripped wire ends to the box Refer to the applicable following diagram and the label on the blackout screen box for proper wiring connection Figure 27 Screen Blackout Box 7 Connect the DC to DC converter to the vehicle s electrical system 8 While observing the fuse requirements specified above connect the power cable as close as possible to the actual battery terminals of the vehicle When available always connect to unswitched terminals in vehicle fuse
54. xper RE t RUNE Figure 2 VXS Components Ne n suyan anan eter Figures VXS Components Front nasua Cette Eu costes Figure 4 The LXE VMT Keyboards with Cable Figures The 95 key QWERTY Keyboard an an asas s Figure 6 The 60 key QWERTY Keyboard Figure Keyboard LEDSus sete tint erp atu Hast AD Hacer een Figures The Caps lock Key artnet entero ser Fitre O The Secondary Key uu strates te anis esse Figure 10 The VMT Keyboard Display Controls Figure 11 Virtual Keyboard Sample Configuration Figure 12 Sample RAM Ball Mounting Options eee Figure 13 Serew Installation V X8 esent mem epo s ree Figure 14 Attach Keyboard to Mounting Plate Figure 15 Completed RAM Mount Assembly Figure Jo R moyme the Port Lid 5 inteso om eroe Figure 17 Keyboard and Mouse Connectors esses Figure 18 LXE Keyboards with Adapter Cable Figure 19 Connect Serial Scanner Cable er pe eee enia Figure 20 Generic Barcode Sentier ua Eed REESEN Figure 21 External USB POP anie on ORE UNO ER Eipure22 Connect EE Figure 23 Connect External Headset o eve pes Rte Figure 24 Connect Power Cable t V X8 ice tenes E EQ VX80GWW A Hi 59 VX8 User s Guide iv Figure 25 Figure 26 Figure 27 Figure 28 Figure 29 Figure 30 Figure 31 Figure 32 Figure 33 Figure 34 Figure 35 Figure 36
55. yboard These are standard keyboard shortcuts for Windows applications Press these keys To CTRL C Copy CTRL X Cut CTRL V Paste CTRL Z Undo DELETE Delete SHIFT with any of the arrow keys Select more than one item in a window or on the desktop or select text within a document CTRL A Select all ALT ESC Cycle through items in the order they were opened CTRL ESC Display the Start menu ALT Underlined letter in a menu name Display the corresponding menu Underlined letter in a command name on an open menu Carry out the corresponding command ESC Cancel the current task The touchscreen provides equivalent functionality to a mouse e Atouch on the touchscreen is equivalent to a left mouse click e Many items can be moved by the drag and drop method touching the desired item moving the stylus across the screen and releasing the stylus in the desired location e A double stylus tap is equivalent to a double click e Right click is generated by tapping the mouse icon in the system tray After tapping the mouse icon highlights the right button of the icon in red The next touchscreen tap is treated as a right click The mouse icon then returns to the left button highlighted in red so subsequent taps are treated as left clicks VX8 User s Guide E EQ VX80GWW A The Keyboards 15 Non LXE Keyboard Mouse The VX8 accepts a PS 2 keyboard and o

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