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4 - 6 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideTap Next. The Operating Mode dialog box displays.Operating ModeUse the Operating Mode dialog box

Wireless Applications 4 - 7Tap Next. If Ad-Hoc mode was selected the Ad-Hoc dialog box displays. If Infrastructure mode was selected the Authenticatio

4 - 8 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide1. Select a channel number from the Channel drop-down list. Figure 4-7 Ad-Hoc Settings Dialog

Wireless Applications 4 - 9Figure 4-8 Authentication Dialog BoxTunneled AuthenticationUse the Tunneled Authentication dialog box to select the tunn

4 - 10 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideTable 4-8 lists the PEAP tunneled authentication options.Table 4-9 lists the TTLS tunneled authe

Wireless Applications 4 - 11User Certificate SelectionIf you checked the User Certificate check box on the Tunneled Authentication dialog box or if TL

4 - 12 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 4-12 Installed Server Certificates Dialog BoxA dialog box appears that lists the curre

Wireless Applications 4 - 13Entering the credentials directly into the profile permanently caches the credentials. In this case, the vehicle computer

4 - 14 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 4-16 Time Cache Options Dialog Box1. Tap the Interval radio button to check credential

Wireless Applications 4 - 15PasswordUse the Password dialog box to enter a password. If EAP/TLS is the selected authentication type, the password is n

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4 - 16 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideEncryptionUse the Encryption dialog box to select an encryption type. The drop-down list include

Wireless Applications 4 - 17Key Entry PageIf you select either 40-Bit WEP or 128-Bit WEP the wizard proceeds to the key entry dialog box unless the Us

4 - 18 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 4-23 Passkey Dialog BoxTap Next. The IP Mode dialog box displays.IP ModeUse the IP Mod

Wireless Applications 4 - 19Select the Advanced check box, then tap NEXT to display the Advanced Address Entry dialog box. Enter the Gateway, DNS, and

4 - 20 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideAdjusting the radio transmission power level enables the user to expand or confine the transmiss

Wireless Applications 4 - 21Battery UsageUse the Battery Usage dialog box to select power consumption of the wireless LAN. There are three settings av

4 - 22 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideManage Profiles ApplicationThe Manage Profiles window provides a list of user-configured wireles

Wireless Applications 4 - 23Figure 4-31 Manage Profiles Context MenuChanging ProfilesA completed profile is a set of configuration settings that ca

4 - 24 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 4-33 Manage Profiles - AddSelect Add to display the Profile Wizard wherein you can set

Wireless Applications 4 - 25Wireless Status ApplicationTo open the Wireless Status window, tap the Signal Strength icon > Wireless Status. The Wire

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4 - 26 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 4-36 Signal Strength WindowAfter viewing the Signal Strength window, tap the back butt

Wireless Applications 4 - 27Current Profile WindowThe Current Profile window displays basic information about the current profile and connection setti

4 - 28 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 4-38 IPv4 Status WindowTable 4-22 IPv4 Status FieldsField DescriptionIP Type Displa

Wireless Applications 4 - 29Wireless Log WindowThe Wireless Log window displays a log of recent activity, such as authentication, association, and DHC

4 - 30 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 4-40 Versions WindowThe window displays software version numbers for the following:• C

Wireless Applications 4 - 31The Wireless Diagnostics window contains the following options. Tap the option to display the option window.• ICMP Ping -

4 - 32 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 4-43 Trace Route WindowEnter an IP address or a DNS Name in the IP combo box, and tap

Wireless Applications 4 - 33Tap and hold on an AP to display a pop-up menu with the following options: Set Mandatory and Set Roaming.Select Set Mandat

4 - 34 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideTap Save to save the settings or tap X to discard any changes.Regulatory OptionsUse the Regulato

Wireless Applications 4 - 35Figure 4-47 Band Selection Dialog BoxTap Save to save the settings or tap X to discard any changes.System OptionsUse Sy

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4 - 36 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 4-49 Change Password WindowTo create a password for the first time, leave the Current:

Wireless Applications 4 - 373. Tap Save.To export all profiles:1. Tap Export All Profiles. The Save As dialog box displays.Figure 4-52 Export All P

4 - 38 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideRegistry SettingsUse a registry key to modify some of the parameters. The registry path is:HKLM\

Wireless Applications 4 - 39• Launched by Wireless Application, because the service is trying to verify the credentials due to credential caching rule

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Chapter 5 Using BluetoothIntroductionBluetooth-equipped devices can communicate wirelessly, using frequency-hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) RF to trans

5 - 2 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideSecurityThe current Bluetooth specification defines security at the link level. Application-level

Using Bluetooth 5 - 3Figure 5-2 Enable BluetoothBluetooth Power StatesCold BootWhen a cold boot is performed on the vehicle computer, Bluetooth tur

5 - 4 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 5-3 Bluetooth Profile Selector Window3. Tap a check box next to the profile to load (ac

Using Bluetooth 5 - 5ModesThe BTExplorer application has two mode for managing Bluetooth connections: Wizard Mode and Explorer Mode. The Wizard Mode i

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5 - 6 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 5-5 Select Remote Device Window5. Select a device from the list and then tap Next. The

Using Bluetooth 5 - 7The following actions are available in the drop-down list (actions may vary depending upon configurations):• Explore Services on

5 - 8 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideDiscovering Bluetooth Device(s)Follow the steps below to discover Bluetooth devices. The vehicle

Using Bluetooth 5 - 9Figure 5-11 Discovered Devices Listed in Untrusted FolderBonding with Discovered Device(s)A bond is a relationship created bet

5 - 10 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 5-13 PIN Code Request Window5. In the PIN Code: text box, enter the PIN number (betwee

Using Bluetooth 5 - 11Figure 5-15 Rename Device Selection Dialog Box3. The Change Device Name window appears.Figure 5-16 Change Device Name Wind

5 - 12 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 5-17 Delete a Bonded Device3. A confirmation dialog appears. Tap Yes.Accepting a BondW

Using Bluetooth 5 - 13Discovering ServicesBefore services can be used, you must first discover remote devices and then bond to those devices.To determ

5 - 14 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFile Transfer ServicesTo transfer files between the vehicle computer and another Bluetooth enabl

Using Bluetooth 5 - 15Delete FileTo delete a file from the remote device:1. Tap and hold on the file and select Delete.2. In the Delete Remote Device

About This GuideIntroductionThe VC5090 Product Reference Guide provides information about the VC5090 vehicle computer using Microsoft® Windows® CE 5.0

5 - 16 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide1. Ensure the vehicle computer is discoverable and connectable. See Bluetooth Settings on page 5

Using Bluetooth 5 - 17Figure 5-23 Send Local Picture Window9. Navigate to the picture that you want to send to the other device.10. Tap Open.11. Ta

5 - 18 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideSerial Port ServicesUse the wireless Bluetooth serial port connection just as you would a physic

Using Bluetooth 5 - 19Bluetooth SettingsUse the BTExplorer Settings window to configure the operation of the BTExplorer application. Tap Tools > Se

5 - 20 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 5-26 BTExplorer Settings - Services TabTo add a service:1. Tap Add. The Add Local Serv

Using Bluetooth 5 - 21Figure 5-28 File Transfer Information WindowOBEX Object Push ServiceOBEX Object Push allows contacts, business cards, picture

5 - 22 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuidePersonal Area Networking ServicePersonal Area Networking hosts a Personal Area Network which all

Using Bluetooth 5 - 23Headset ServiceSerial port allows COM ports to be accessed by other Bluetooth devices.Figure 5-32 Headset Service WindowSecur

5 - 24 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideDiscovery TabUse the Discovery tab to set and modify discovered devices.Figure 5-34 BTExplore

Using Bluetooth 5 - 25Figure 5-36 COM Port ConnectionMiscellaneous TabFigure 5-37 BTExplorer Settings - Miscellaneous TabHighlight Connections S

xiv VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideConfigurationsThis guide covers the following configurations:Software VersionsThis guide covers var

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Chapter 6 ActiveSyncIntroductionTo communicate with various host devices, install Microsoft ActiveSync (version 4.1 or higher) on the host computer. U

6 - 2 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideInstalling ActiveSyncTo install ActiveSync on the host computer, download version 4.1 or higher f

ActiveSync 6 - 35. Proceed with installing ActiveSync on the host computer and setting up a partnership.Setting Up an ActiveSync Connection on the Hos

6 - 4 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide1. If the Get Connected window does not appear on the host computer, select > All Programs &

ActiveSync 6 - 5Figure 6-7 Setup Complete Window5. Click Finish.Figure 6-8 ActiveSync Connected WindowDuring the first synchronization, informat

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Chapter 7 Application Development and DeploymentIntroductionThis chapter lists the tools required for developing applications, describes how to packag

7 - 2 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guidea. On http://support.symbol.com, select Software Downloads.b. Select Mobile Computers and then se

Application Development and Deployment 7 - 3Installing Other Development SoftwareDeveloping applications for the vehicle computer may require installi

About This Guide xvChapter DescriptionsTopics covered in this guide are as follows:•Chapter 1, Getting Started, provides information on getting the ve

7 - 4 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 7-2 Application Folder Contents6. Use Explorer to locate the host computer directory th

Application Development and Deployment 7 - 5is not a merge but rather a replacement operation. Typically, the operating system is not running when par

7 - 6 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideCreating and Loading Hex ImagesTerminal Configuration Manager (TCM) is an application used to cus

Application Development and Deployment 7 - 7Figure 7-3 TCM Startup WindowThe following table lists the components of the TCM window.Table 7-1 TC

7 - 8 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideDefining Script PropertiesBefore a script is created, the script properties must be defined. This

Application Development and Deployment 7 - 98. Click the Options tab. The Script Properties window > Options tab appears.Figure 7-5 Script Prope

7 - 10 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 7-6 Conversion Window - Upgrading to TCM 2.0Copying Components to the ScriptScript con

Application Development and Deployment 7 - 115. Click OK and follow the on-screen instructions.6. If one of the partitions being built is the ESSID, a

7 - 12 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 7-9 Initial Program Loader Menu5. Scroll to select the partition to download or choose

Application Development and Deployment 7 - 136. IPL displays the Select Transport menu which lists the available methods of downloading the file.Figur

xvi VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide•Italics are used to highlight the following:• Chapters and sections in this and related documents.

7 - 14 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide9. If you selected USB transport method press P2. If this is the first time using USB transport,

Application Development and Deployment 7 - 15Figure 7-15 Load Terminal Window - Serial and Ethernet Tabs15. In the Image Files To Load field, selec

7 - 16 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 7-16 Initial Program Loader Menu5. Choose Auto Select or scroll to select the partitio

Application Development and Deployment 7 - 179. Press P2.10. The Download File? menu appears.Figure 7-19 Download File? Menu11. Use the P1 and P3 b

7 - 18 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideTCM Error MessagesTCM validates the cells in the partition table when the Execute button is clic

Application Development and Deployment 7 - 19INVALID VOLUME NAMEIn Script Properties window, one of the volume labels is not valid. Corrupt TCM.INI fi

7 - 20 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideIPL Error DetectionWhile receiving data, IPL performs many checks on the data to ensure that the

Application Development and Deployment 7 - 21Readback checksum error-12 A checksum, generated from reading back data that was written to the destinati

7 - 22 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideCreating a Splash ScreenThe source bitmap files used to create the default splash screens for th

Application Development and Deployment 7 - 23Working with FFS PartitionsBecause the FFS partitions appear as folders under the Windows CE file system,

About This Guide xviiMotorola responds to calls by email, telephone or fax within the time limits set forth in support agreements. If your problem can

7 - 24 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFiles are copied to the Windows folder from the Flash File System using copy files (*.cpy) in th

Chapter 8 Staging and ProvisioningIntroductionThis chapter describes how to stage devices using Rapid Deployment and provisioning using MSP Agent or A

8 - 2 MC17 Product Reference Guide.Figure 8-1 RD Bar Code Printout SampleTo access the Rapid Deployment window tap > Programs > Rapid Deplo

Staging and Provisioning 8 - 3When the vehicle computer scans and successfully decodes a single or multiple RD bar codes, the data encoded in the bar

8 - 4 MC17 Product Reference Guidea. A new Wireless profile is created on the vehicle computer from the data encoded in the bar code(s) scanned. See C

Staging and Provisioning 8 - 52. Tap > Programs > Rapid Deployment Client. The Scan Barcodes To Deploy window displays.Figure 8-6 Waiting fo

8 - 6 MC17 Product Reference GuideFigure 8-7 Rapid Deployment Window4. After all the bar codes are scanned successfully, the vehicle computer conne

Staging and Provisioning 8 - 75. When staging is complete the STAGING COMPLETE window displays.Figure 8-9 Staging Complete Window6. Press the left

8 - 8 MC17 Product Reference GuideWell-known WLAN Connection ModeThis mode works only on supported Motorola WLAN adapters. The RD Client attempts to c

Staging and Provisioning 8 - 9Figure 8-12 RD Client Searching for On-Demand Profile Server4. When complete, the STAGING COMPLETE window displays.Fi

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8 - 10 MC17 Product Reference GuideRD Client Main MenuThe RD Client Main Menu contains the following options:•Search Network. See On-Demand Staging on

Staging and Provisioning 8 - 11Figure 8-15 Client Info WindowTap OK to return to the Main Menu.Log MenuThe Log Menu contains the following options:

8 - 12 MC17 Product Reference GuideFigure 8-17 View Log WindowTap OK to return to the Log Menu.View Job LogUse the View Job Log option to display a

Staging and Provisioning 8 - 13Figure 8-19 Set Log Level WindowSelect a level option.Set Job Log LevelUse the Set Job Log Level option to set the l

8 - 14 MC17 Product Reference GuideFigure 8-21 Package List WindowTap OK to return to the Main Menu.

Staging and Provisioning 8 - 15ProvisioningThe VC5090 supports two types of provisioning:•MSP Agent•AirBEAM Smart Client.MSP AgentThe Provisioning Cli

8 - 16 MC17 Product Reference GuideFigure 8-22 MSP Agent Main MenuMonitor ProcessingUse the Monitor Processing option to view the status of package

Staging and Provisioning 8 - 17Figure 8-24 Force Check-in WindowTap OK to return to the Main Menu.Package ListUse the Package List option to displa

8 - 18 MC17 Product Reference GuideFigure 8-26 Client Info WindowTap OK to return to the Main Menu.Log MenuThe Log Menu contains the following opti

Staging and Provisioning 8 - 19Figure 8-28 View Log WindowTap OK to return to the Log Menu.View Job LogUse the View Job Log option to display a lis

Chapter 1 Getting StartedIntroductionThe VC5090 vehicle-mounted mobile computer is a rugged device for use on heavy equipment, especially forklifts. D

8 - 20 MC17 Product Reference GuideFigure 8-30 Set Log Level WindowSelect a level option.Set Job Log LevelUse the Set Job Log Level option to set t

Staging and Provisioning 8 - 21Figure 8-32 UnHide UI Selection

8 - 22 MC17 Product Reference GuideAirBEAM Smart ClientThe AirBEAM Smart product allows specially designed software packages to be transferred between

Staging and Provisioning 8 - 232. Connect to the vehicle computer using Remote Desktop. See 3. Select Start > Programs > AirBEAM Smart Client. T

8 - 24 MC17 Product Reference GuidePackages(2) TabUse this tab to specify the package name of the last four of eight packages that are to be loaded du

Staging and Provisioning 8 - 25Misc(1) TabUse this tab to configure various miscellaneous features.Figure 8-37 Misc (1) TabTable 8-4 Server Tab

8 - 26 MC17 Product Reference GuideMisc(2) TabThis tab is used to configure various miscellaneous features.Figure 8-38 Misc (2) TabRAM Management T

Staging and Provisioning 8 - 27Misc(3) TabUse this tab to configure various miscellaneous features.Figure 8-39 Misc (3) TabTable 8-6 Misc(2) Tab

8 - 28 MC17 Product Reference GuideMisc(4) TabUse this tab to configure various miscellaneous features.Figure 8-40 Misc (4) TabTable 8-7 Misc (3

Staging and Provisioning 8 - 29Synchronizing with the ServerWhen the synchronization process is initiated, the AirBEAM Smart Client attempts to open a

1 - 2 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide• four cap screws• eight flat washers• eight lock washers• four hex nuts• three fuses and three f

8 - 30 MC17 Product Reference Guide•The Status List displays status messages that indicate the progress of the synchronization process.•Press ENTER to

Chapter 9 Maintenance and TroubleshootingIntroductionThis chapter includes instructions on cleaning and storing the vehicle computer, and provides tro

9 - 2 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideReturning the Vehicle Computer for ServiceTroubleshooting.NOTE Motorola has taken great care to e

Maintenance and Troubleshooting 9 - 3Optional scanner does not operate.Scanner is not properly connected to the vehicle computer.Connect the scanner t

9 - 4 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideVehicle computer cannot find any Bluetooth devices nearby.Too far from other Bluetooth devices. M

Appendix A SpecificationsTechnical SpecificationsThe following tables summarize the vehicle computer’s intended operating environment and general tech

A - 2 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideUser EnvironmentOperating Temperature-22°F to 122°F (-30°C to 50°C)Storage Temperature -40°F to 1

Specifications A - 3Vehicle Computer ConnectorsFigure A-1 VC5090 Connectorsnote The connectors are the same on both the full screen and half screen

A - 4 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideTable A-3 USB Connector Pin-OutsPin Signal Description1 USB+ USB positive signal2 USB- USB neg

Specifications A - 5Table A-5 Audio Connector Pin-OutsPin Signal Description1 MIC+ Audio input from microphone2 MIC- Audio input from microphone3 H

Getting Started 1 - 3Figure 1-2 VC5090 (Half Screen) Front ViewFigure 1-3 VC5090 Back ViewDisplayKeyboardPower ButtonBacklight Control ButtonQui

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Appendix B Software ConfigurationIntroductionThis chapter provides special instructions required for third-party software that can be used with the VC

B - 2 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guidee. Enter “exit”.f. Tap Enter to close the window.2. Install Citrix ICA Client software.a. Downloa

Software Configuration B - 36. Tap Tools > Log out.Disabling the VC5090 HeaterThe VC5090 vehicle computer and the optional keyboard contain interna

B - 4 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide9. Double tap the Remote Desktop icon in application folder to launch connection.10. Once connect

Software Configuration B - 5Often Used Registry SettingsAutoHide Task BarKey Name: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Shell\AutoHide]•Name: Defaul

B - 6 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuidePower SuspendTo make the power suspend settings persistent:Key Name: [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\System\C

Software Configuration B - 7Ignition TimeoutKey Name: [HKEY_CURRENT_USER\ControlPanel\SystemManagement\UPS]•Name: Ignition Timeout• Data Type: dword•

B - 8 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide•Name: Modifier• Data Type: dword• Description: Used to specify modifier key for the simulated ke

Software Configuration B - 9System Configuration ManagerSymbol Configuration Manager (SCM) is a utility that runs on the host computer and is used to

1 - 4 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 1-4 VC5090 Bottom ViewAccessoriesTable 1-2 lists the accessories available from Motorol

B - 10 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure B-3 Main SCM WindowMenu FunctionsUse the main menu to access the program functionality

Software Configuration B - 11Parameter State IndicatorsThe first column of the data table displays parameter state indicators. The state indicators di

B - 12 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideWindow Status BarThe SCM status bar found on the bottom right corner of the window contains the

GlossaryAAPI. An interface by means of which one software component communicates with or controls another. Usually used to refer to services provided

Glossary - 2 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideCCold Boot. A cold boot restarts the vehicle computer and erases all user stored records a

Glossary - 3HHard Reset. See Cold Boot.Hz. Hertz; A unit of frequency equal to one cycle per second.Host Computer. A computer that serves other vehicl

Glossary - 4 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideLED Indicator. A semiconductor diode (LED - Light Emitting Diode) used as an indicator, of

Glossary - 5PING. (Packet Internet Groper) An Internet utility used to determine whether a particular IP address is online. It is used to test and deb

Glossary - 6 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideSMDK. Symbol Mobility Developer’s Kit.Soft Reset. See Warm Boot.Subnet. A subset of nodes

Glossary - 7because there is no time to retransmit. If UDP is used and a reliable delivery is required, packet sequence checking and error notificatio

Getting Started 1 - 5Secure Digital Card Provides secondary non-volatile storage. Recommended secure digital (SD) cards:• 128 MB• ATP part number AF12

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IndexNumerics128-Bit WEP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1640-Bit WEP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Index - 2 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guideicon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12renaming bonded

Index - 3Ggateway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19Hhandset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Index - 4 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guidepositioning the vehicle computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3power button . . . . .

Index - 5Ttask manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13taskbarstatus icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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1 - 6 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideThird Party AccessoriesTable 1-2 lists the accessories available for the VC5090 from third party

Getting Started 1 - 7Getting StartedIn order to start using the vehicle computer for the first time:• install the desiccant bags and desiccant doorori

1 - 8 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide 8. Torque the screws to 9 ± 0.5 kgf/cm (7.8 ± 0.4 in-lbs).Installing the Vehicle ComputerRefer t

Chapter 2 InstallationIntroductionThis chapter describes how to install the vehicle computer in a vehicle or on a desktop and connecting the vehicle c

VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide72E-76347-02Revision AAugust 2007

2 - 2 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideInstalling the Mounting BracketFigure 2-1 Mounting Bracket Installation1. Position the frictio

Installation 2 - 3Installing the VC5090 in a ForkliftFollow the instructions below to properly install the VC5090 in a forklift.• Determine the best l

2 - 4 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 2-3 Avoid Extreme Wrist AnglesFigure 2-4 Optimum Wrist Positions

Installation 2 - 5Mounting the Vehicle ComputerMounting Bracket TemplateFigure 2-5 Mounting TemplateDrill Holes: 10.1 mm ± 0.1 mm 0.43 ± 0.004 in.1

2 - 6 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideImportant Fixing Information • Mounting surface must be flat and stiff and it must extend evenly

Installation 2 - 7Figure 2-7 Mounting the VC5090 onto an Over-Head Cross-Beam ExampleMounting onto an Over-Head Cage ExampleThe diagrams below illu

2 - 8 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 2-8 Mounting on Flat Overhead BeamsFigure 2-9 Mounting on Transverse Overhead BeamsM

Installation 2 - 9Figure 2-10 Mounting on a Vehicle ShelfRouting Electrical Cables• Establish a neat route for the cable, staying clear of moving p

2 - 10 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide12 Volt Propane Forklifts• All power wiring must use the supplied power cable.• Fuses:• two 3AG,

Installation 2 - 11Figure 2-12 Fuse Connection5. Slide shrink tubing over wires.6. Strip wires (0.4 in./10 mm) and insert into the fuse holder. Cri

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2 - 12 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide3. Shorten cable to desired length.4. Place a fuse and fuse holder in-line of the red, black and

Installation 2 - 133. Select a location for mounting the filter box. This should be on a hard flat surface and in a location where the connector end o

2 - 14 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide4. Remove power to the vehicle computer.5. After re-applying power, turn the vehicle ignition sw

Installation 2 - 15Installing the VC5090 on a DesktopTo use the vehicle computer in a desk-mounted application:• Install the mounting bracket to the d

2 - 16 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideConnecting the Vehicle Computer to AC PowerTo provide power from an AC source:1. Insert the AC l

Installation 2 - 17Installing the Optional KeyboardThe keyboard kit contains the following items:• keyboard• two keyboard brackets• four cap screws wi

2 - 18 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide4. Release the quick release tabs to insert the alignment pins through an alignment hole on each

Installation 2 - 19Figure 2-20 Loosen Locking Knobs2. Squeeze the quick release tabs.Figure 2-21 Squeeze Quick Release Tabs3. Move the keyboard

2 - 20 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide5. Tighten the locking knobs.Figure 2-23 Tighten Locking Knobs

Installation 2 - 21Installing a ScannerThe following Symbol scanners can be connected to the vehicle computer:• LS3203 serial laser scanner• LS3408 se

iiiRevision HistoryChanges to the original manual are listed below:Change Date Description-01 Rev A 5/31/06 Initial release.-02 Rev A 08/10/07 Update

2 - 22 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide4. Double-tap the SerialWedge icon on the desktop to launch the application.5. Tap the SerialW

Installation 2 - 23Figure 2-27 Connecting USB Scanner to Keyboard Connector3. Scan the Simple COM Port Emulation bar code.Figure 2-28 Simple COM

2 - 24 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideConnecting an DS/LS3478 Serial ScannerTo connect a DS378 or LS3478 serial scanner to the VC5090:

Installation 2 - 25Connecting a DS/LS3478 USB ScannerTo connect a DS3478 or LS3478 USB scanner to the VC5090:1. Connect the USB scanner cable to the F

2 - 26 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide7. Double-tap the SerialWedge icon on the desktop to launch the application.8. Tap the SerialW

Installation 2 - 275. Tap > Show BTExplorer. The BTExplorer window displays.Figure 2-40 BTExplorer Window6. Select View > Explorer Mode.7. S

2 - 28 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 2-42 Pair with LS35789. Select Pair. The Pin Code Request window appears.10. Enter: 12

Installation 2 - 292. Tap the SerialWedge icon in the task tray.3. Select Configuration > Port Selection from the pop-up menu. The Port Selection

2 - 30 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 2-45 Barcode Settings Window12. Enter or select configuration parameters as required:•

Installation 2 - 31Verifying the Scanner is Working ProperlyTo display scanner bar code data on the display:1. Tap the SerialWedge icon in the task

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2 - 32 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideInstalling the Uninterruptable Power SupplyTo install the UPS:1. Place the Main Power switch on

Installation 2 - 33Figure 2-48 Connecting UPS to PCB5. Place the UPS/Memory Card door over the UPS and secure using the eight new screws.6. Torque

2 - 34 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideInstalling a Secure Digital CardA Secure Digital (SD) card provides secondary non-volatile stora

Installation 2 - 35Figure 2-51 Position of SD Card5. Snap the retaining door closed.Figure 2-52 Close Retaining Door6. Place the UPS/Memory Card

2 - 36 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideInstalling a External AntennaAn external antenna can be used when placement of the vehicle compu

Installation 2 - 37Figure 2-54 RF Settings Tab Window6. Tap the RF Settings tab.7. Tap the External Antenna radio button.8. Tap OK.Installing the V

2 - 38 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guidetimer is running, the touch screen is enabled but the backlight and keyboard are still disabled.

Installation 2 - 39Figure 2-56 Switch Installation Example (Switch Normally Open)Cable InstallationOne end of the cable connects to a customer prov

2 - 40 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 2-57 In-Motion Detector Cable Wiring3. Connect the connector of the Vehicle In-Motion

Installation 2 - 418. When using a normally open switch, select both the Enable Terminal Locking and For DeadManPedal check boxes.Figure 2-60 Termi

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2 - 42 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 2-62 Set New Password Window5. In the Old Password text box, enter the old password.6.

Installation 2 - 43Connecting AccessoriesConnect an optional scanner, ActiveSync serial cable, or USB device (such as a keyboard or mouse) using the a

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Chapter 3 Operating the VC5090IntroductionThis chapter explains the buttons, status icons and controls on the VC5090 and provides basic instructions f

3 - 2 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuidePower LEDTable 3-1 lists the states of the Power LED.COMM LEDThe COMM LED blinks to indicate WLAN

Operating the VC5090 3 - 3Backlight Control ButtonThe Backlight Control button places the Quick Access Panel’s P1, P2 and P3 buttons into the backligh

3 - 4 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide4. In the action fields, enter the required data, if applicable. See the following paragraph for

Operating the VC5090 3 - 5Play Key SequenceTo set a programmable key to play a sequence of characters:1. In the Action drop-down list, select Play Key

3 - 6 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 3-8 VC5090 AZERTY KeyboardSoft KeyboardsThe VC5090 contains two on-screen Soft Input Pa

Operating the VC5090 3 - 7To display the Microsoft SIP keyboard, tap the Input Panel icon in the task tray and select Keyboard from the pop-up menu.

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3 - 8 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 3-13 Keyboard with Numeric Key HiddenTo only display the numeric keys tap the Numeric K

Operating the VC5090 3 - 9Figure 3-16 AZERTY FUNC KeysThe SHIFT key, when depressed, displays the shifted alpha characters on the keyboard. The shi

3 - 10 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideControlling Keyboard BacklightTo toggle the keyboard backlight, press the Backlight Control butt

Operating the VC5090 3 - 11Figure 3-21 TaskbarStatus icons are shown in the taskbar to indicate present status of the vehicle computer. Double tapp

3 - 12 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideStart ButtonTap the Start button (or press CTRL > ESC) to launch the Start menu.• Programs: U

Operating the VC5090 3 - 13Programs MenuFrom the Start menu, tap Programs to open the Programs menu. The programs provided with Windows CE .NET 5.0 Pr

3 - 14 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideProperties1. Tap Start > Control Panel > Taskbar and Start Menu ... . The Task Manager and

Operating the VC5090 3 - 15Using a Headset You can use a stereo headset for audio communication when an audio enabled application is used. Motorola re

3 - 16 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideResetting the Vehicle ComputerThere are two reset functions, warm boot and cold boot.Performing

Operating the VC5090 3 - 17Waking the Vehicle ComputerThe wakeup conditions define what actions wakeup the vehicle computer after it has gone into sus

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3 - 18 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideCalibrating the ScreenUsing the DisplayThis section describes how to calibrate the VC5090 touch

Operating the VC5090 3 - 193. As the screen instructs, carefully touch and briefly hold on the center of each target that appears on the screen. Repea

3 - 20 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 3-32 Stylus Properties Window5. Using the Tab key (key with double arrows), select the

Operating the VC5090 3 - 21Figure 3-34 Calibration Screen8. As the screen instructs, carefully touch and briefly hold on the center of each target

3 - 22 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideChecking Battery StatusTo check whether the backup battery in the vehicle computer is charged, t

Chapter 4 Wireless ApplicationsIntroductionWireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) allow mobile computers to communicate wirelessly and send data to a ho

4 - 2 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFigure 4-1 Wireless Applications MenuSignal Strength IconThe Signal Strength icon in the task

Wireless Applications 4 - 33. 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.

4 - 4 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Product Reference GuideFind WLANs ApplicationUse the Find WLANs application to discover available networks in the vicini

Wireless Applications 4 - 5Tap-and-hold on a WLAN network to open a pop-up menu which provides two options: Connect and Refresh. Select Refresh to ref