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VC5090 Vehicle Computer
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  • Page 1 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Quick Reference Guide PRELIMINARY...

  • Page 2: Warranty

    VC5090 Vehicle Computer © 2006 SYMBOL TECHNOLOGIES, INC. All rights reserved. Symbol reserves the right to make changes to any product to improve reliability, function, or design. Symbol does not assume any product liability arising out of, or in connection with, the application or use of any product, circuit, or application described herein.

  • Page 3: About This Guide

    Quick Reference Guide Introduction The VC5090 Vehicle Computer is a vehicle or fixed-mount computer. The VC5090 has two configurations: a full-screen computer with optional keyboard and a half screen configuration with a built in keyboard. You can enter data using the touch screen, the keyboard, an optional bar code scanner, or a combination of the three.
  • Page 4 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Features Mounting Bracket Angle Adjustment Knob User Programmable Buttons Optional Keyboard Antenna Port for Optional Main Power Switch External Antenna Display WLAN COMM Power LED Power Button Control Button Control LED Built-In Keyboard...

  • Page 5: Optional Accessories

    Connector Connector Keyboard Connector Unpacking You should find the following items in the box: • VC5090 vehicle computer • mounting bracket • hardware bag • desiccant kit • three fuses and three fuse holders • power cable • non-abrasive screen protector •...

  • Page 6: Mounting Bracket Installation

    • AC power supply • Uninterruptable power supply (UPS) • Replacement desiccant bag kit. Refer to the VC5090 Product Reference Guide for information on installation the vehicle computer in a vehicle or mounted on a wall. Mounting Bracket Installation The vehicle computer and bracket must be firmly secured NOTE to a surface that can support the vehicle computer’s weight.

  • Page 7: Installing The Desiccant Bags

    8 ± 0.5 kgf.cm. Installing the VC5090 in a Forklift Follow the instructions below to properly install the VC5090 in a forklift. • Determine the best location for mounting the vehicle computer taking into consideration the driver’s field of view and ease of accessing the vehicle computer.
  • Page 8 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Check that the positions of the vehicle computer does not obstruct vehicle controls. Check that the vehicle computer does not obstruct the driver's view. Check the position of the vehicle computer for user comfort over long periods.
  • Page 9 Additional plates may be required to achieve this. Mounting Bracket Template Refer to the VC5090 Product Reference Guide for mounting template. Mounting onto an Over-Head Cross-Beam Example The diagram below illustrates a typical installation where the vehicle...
  • Page 10 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Nuts Washers Vehicle Cross-Beam Mounting Bracket Bolts Mounting onto an Over-Head Cage The diagram below illustrates a typical installation where the vehicle computer is mounted on a cage. Nuts Washers Customer Supplied Mounting Bracket Mounting Bolts Bracket...

  • Page 11: Routing Electrical Cables

    Quick Reference Guide Mounting on a Dashboard or Horizontal Surface The diagram below illustrates a typical installation where the vehicle computer is mounted on a dashboard or hortizontal flat surface. Bolts Mounting Bracket Washers Mounting Surface Nuts Routing Electrical Cables •...
  • Page 12 VC5090 Vehicle Computer • On gasoline, diesel or propane vehicles, take the power from as close to the battery terminals as possible, and avoid using existing wiring. • All fuses must be as close as possible to the power source.
  • Page 13 Yellow Power Cable 25-71919-01 FUSE - 20A Vehicle Battery VC5090 Black FUSE - 20A Green Chassis ground Connect the green wire to the vehicle's chassis. If you cannot find a close connection point, solder an extra length of cable to the green wire to extend the connection to the chassis.
  • Page 14 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Connect the red wire to the vehicle's positive power source. Connect the black wire to the vehicle's negative power source. To terminate the cable: • If the vehicle has a power output connector, use a mating connector.
  • Page 15 • Fuse in switched positive = 1A • Use a filtered supply if available on the forklift. Consult the forklift manufacturer for details. FUSE - 1A Yellow Switch Power Cable 25-71919-01 FUSE - 20A Vehicle Battery VC5090 Black FUSE - 20A Green Chassis ground...
  • Page 16 VC5090 Vehicle Computer Connect the green wire to the vehicle’s chassis. If you cannot find a close connection point, solder an extra length of cable to the green wire to extend the connection to the chassis. Use a heat shrink to cover the solder joint.

  • Page 17: Installing The Vc5090 On A Wall Or Desktop

    Align the keyway on the power connector with the notch on the vehicle computer’s power port. Installing the VC5090 on a Wall or Desktop To use the vehicle computer in a wall or desktop mounted application: If mounting the vehicle computer on a wall, use the optional wall mounting bracket.

  • Page 18: Installing The Optional Keyboard

    The keyboard kit contains the following items: • keyboard • keyboard brackets (2) • four M4 screws and washers • two locking knobs. Attach the keyboard brackets to both sides of the VC5090, using the M4 screws and washers, as shown below:...
  • Page 19 Quick Reference Guide Left Hand Bracket M4 Screws & Washers Locking Knob • Torque the screws to 230 kgf/cm. Squeeze the levers on the keyboard and align the keyboard with the brackets. Release the levers to insert the mechanism bars through an adjustment hole on each of the brackets.

  • Page 20: Powering The Vc5090 On/Off

    Power Button Charging the Internal Backup Battery When you receive your VC5090, leave the VC5090 powered on for 24 hours to fully charge the internal backup battery. Note that the VC5090 can charge the backup battery while in Suspend mode, but not if power is removed.

  • Page 21: Controlling Screen Brightness

    There are four levels of screen brightness. To adjust the brightness of the screen, press the Control button on the front panel. The amber Control LED lights indicating that the VC5090 is in the control mode. Press the P1 button to decrease the brightness or the P2 button to increase the brightness.

  • Page 22: Programmable Keys

    VC5090. Cables are available from Symbol. You may also use the USB port for ActiveSync connection, if the serial ports are used for another purpose. This cable is also available from l. Refer to the VC5090 Product Reference Guide for Symbo information of additional accessories.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    The vehicle computer is factory-sealed (except for the desiccant door and UPS/SD Card door) and contains no user-serviceable parts. Only qualified Symbol Service Centers should service the vehicle computer. Use the protective caps that came with the vehicle computer to protect unused connectors.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Replace or charge the vehicle vehicle battery, the vehicle battery. battery is depleted. Cannot see VC5090 not powered on. Check that the main power switch on characters on the top of the VC5090 is in the On display. position. Press the Power button.

  • Page 25: Regulatory Information

    Quick Reference Guide Regulatory Information All Symbol devices are designed to be compliant with rules and regulations in locations they are sold and will be labeled as required. Regulatory Information is available in French, Italian, German, Spanish (Spain), Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.

  • Page 26: Health And Safety Recommendations

    VC5090 Vehicle Computer Please refer to the Symbol Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for details of other country markings. This is available at http://www2.symbol.com/doc/. Note 1: For 2.4GHz Products: Europe includes, Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany,...
  • Page 27 Quick Reference Guide Vehicle Installation RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles (including safety systems). Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle. You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment that has been added to your vehicle.

  • Page 28: Power Supply

    20 cm or more from a person's body. Power Supply Use only a Symbol approved power supply 50-14001-004 output rated 12 Vdc and minimum 9 A. The power supply is certified to EN60950-1 with SELV outputs. Use of alternative power supply will invalidate any approval given to this device and may be dangerous.

  • Page 29: Taiwan - Recycling

    Quick Reference Guide Taiwan - Recycling EPA (Environmental Protection Administration) requires dry battery producing or importing firms in accordance with Article 15 of the Waste Disposal Act are required to indicate the recycling marks on the batteries used in sales, giveaway or promotion. Contact a qualified Taiwanese recycler for proper battery disposal.

  • Page 30: Radio Frequency Interference Requirements - Canada

    VC5090 Vehicle Computer • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
  • Page 31 Quick Reference Guide The use of 5GHz RLAN's has varying restrictions for use within the EEA; please refer to the Symbol Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for details at http://www2.symbol.com/doc/ ® Bluetooth Wireless Technology for use through the EEA has the following restrictions: •...

  • Page 32: Waste Electrical And Electronic Equipment (Weee)

    Español: Para clientes en la Unión Europea: todos los productos deberán entregarse a Symbol al final de su ciclo de vida para que sean reciclados. Si desea más información sobre cómo devolver un producto, visite: http://www.symbol.com/environmental_compliance.

  • Page 33: Quick Reference Guide

    Português: Para clientes da UE: todos os produtos no fim de vida devem ser devolvidos à Symbol para reciclagem. Para obter informações sobre como devolver o produto, visite: http://www.symbol.com/environmental_compliance. Slovenski: Za kupce v EU: vsi izdelki se morajo po poteku življenjske dobe vrniti podjetju Symbol za reciklažo.
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  • Page 35 Quick Reference Guide...
  • Page 36 Operations +44 118 945 7360 Latin America Inside USA: 1-800-347-0178; Outside USA: +1.954.255.2610 Sales Support For the latest version of this guide go to: http://www.symbol.com/manuals. 72-76346-01 Revision 020306 - February 2006 Symbol Technologies, Inc. One Symbol Plaza Holtsville, N.Y. 11742-1300...

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