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Winmate FM10 Product Reference Manual

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  • Page 1 Winmate FM10 Vehicle Mounted Computer Microsoft Windows 7 Professional for Embedded System ® ® Product Reference Guide...
  • Page 2 Warranty Winmate Communication Inc. warrants that each of its products is free from material and workmanship defect for a period of one year starting from the invoice date. If the customer discovers a defect, Winmate Communication Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    FM10 Product Reference Guide CONTENTS Chapter 1: Introduction ..................1-1 Package Contents ......................1-2 Optional Accessories ..........................1-2 About This Guide ......................1-3 Components ........................1-3 Front View ..............................1-3 Rear View with Vehicle Dock .........................1-4 Sides View .............................1-5 Top and Bottom View ..........................1-6 Chapter 2: Hardware ..................
  • Page 4 FM10 Product Reference Guide Internal WI-FI Antenna .........................2-14 External / Vehicle Remote Antenna ......................2-14 Keyboard Options ......................2-15 Integrated Keypad ..........................2-15 USB Keyboard / Mouse ........................2-15 LED Function ........................2-16 Connection and UPS battery LEDs ......................2-16 Display ..........................2-17 Touch Screen ............................2-17 Display Backlight Control ........................2-17...
  • Page 5 FM10 Product Reference Guide Bluetooth Barcode Reader Setup ......................3-17 The FM10 with Label ..........................3-18 The FM10 without Label ........................3-18 Adding and Pairing a Bluetooth Device ....................3-18 WiFi ..........................3-18 External Wifi Antenna ...........................3-19 Connecting to a Wireless network ......................3-19 WWAN ..........................3-20 Connecting to 3G network ........................3-21...

  • Page 6: Chapter 1: Introduction

    GFG resistive touch screen with 1024 x 768 pixel resolution. The FM10 Vehicle Computer delivers flexibility and mobility in a vehicle mounted computer form factor. FM10 is designed to easily be removed from the dock with a latch on the top of theFM10 vehicle docking. Since the dock remains attached to the vehicle, this device can easily be moved or switched from one vehicle to another vehicle.

  • Page 7: Package Contents

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Package Contents Before using this Vehicle Mounted Computer, please make sure that all the items listed below are present in your package: Device - FM10 Dock + latch locking 0.3 m USB Cable Stylus kit + Screw...

  • Page 8: About This Guide

    FM10 Product Reference Guide About This Guide ThisFM10 Product Reference Guide provides instruction for the system administrator to follow when configuring and using this Vehicle Computers. This Product Reference Guide has been developed for a FM10 with Microsoft ® Windows Professional for Embedded System operating system.

  • Page 9: Rear View With Vehicle Dock

    FM10 Product Reference Guide WiFi Indicators LED indicators Bluetooth Indicators UPS Battery Indicators Space to print the label or company logo Label Programmable Function key that can be configured by using the HotTab Utility Function button Emit Sound Speaker Rear View with Vehicle Dock...

  • Page 10: Sides View

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Sides View With Vehicle Dock Item Description COM 11 and COM 12 Port Connect a peripheral device such as a printer or scanner with serial port Connect USB peripheral devices such as USB Flash drive, mouse, keyboard, USB 2.0 x 2...

  • Page 11: Top And Bottom View

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Top and Bottom View Item Description Lock Lock the tablet in place Reading Light Use to provide illumination in dark environment...

  • Page 12: Chapter 2: Hardware

    The CPU is a 1.91GHz Intel Atom E3845 processor, and the operating system of this device is Windows 7 Professional for Embedded Systeem Input / Output Components The FM10 device supports the following I/O components: • SIM Card Slot • Micro SD Card Slot •...

  • Page 13: Audio Interface

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Audio Interface Your device is equipped with two speakers which are located on the bottom part of the vehicle dock. A microphone is also available for voice communication and voice recording. As an alternative, you can use a headset adapter cable provides a connection for headset operation. When headset is plugged into the adapter cable, the main speakers or internal microphone will be disabled.

  • Page 14: Power

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Power Vehicle DC Power Supply The Power input voltage range for the vehicle dock is between 10 to 60V DC, without the need to perform any manual operation within the vehicle dock. This dock provides conditioned power output for the device. By using a specified DC to DC adapter, the input voltage of 100-240 V DC nominal can be accepted.

  • Page 15: Ups Battery

    • Full On Mode When the FM10 is attached to either vehicle power or an external power supply or is operating from the UPS battery. and the power button is pressed, the device is in the On mode. In this mode, the keypad, touch screen and any attached peripherals will function normally.

  • Page 16: Ignition Control

    • Off Mode By default, the FM10 turns off if the user turns off the device through the system or presses the power button for 8 seconds with a critical shut down. The FM10 will also be off when there is no connection to a power source or the UPS battery is depleted.

  • Page 17: Power Controls

    Power Button The Power button is located at lower right of the FM10 If the FM10 is OFF, pressing the power button will start the power up sequence. • The FM10 need to be docked in a powered vehicle dock...

  • Page 18: External Connectors

    FM10 Product Reference Guide External Connectors Power OFF the FM10before connecting a cable to any ports. Most of the external connectors for the FM located on the vehicle dock • COM11 connects to a device such as printer or scanner •...

  • Page 19: Usb Connector

    FM10 Product Reference Guide USB Connector Symbols Color CN1-1 USBVCC1 CN1-2 USB1_DM White CN1-3 USB1_DP Green CN1-4 Black CN1 Shell CN1-6 USBVCC2 CN1-7 USB2_DM White CN1-8 USB2_DP Green CN1-9 Black CN1 Shell Signal Description CN2-1 USBVCC1 CN2-2 USB1_DM White CN2-3...

  • Page 20: Canbus / Audio Connector

    CANbus / Audio Connector The CANbus/Audio connector is a D-15 male connector located on the rear side of the Vehicle Dock. The connector supports a headset adapter cable or a CANbus cable. The FM10 does not support connecting audio and CANbus simultaneously.
  • Page 21 FM10 Product Reference Guide Signal Description CN4-1 CAN reserved CN4-2 CAN_L CAN_L bus line dominant low CN4-3 CAN_GND CAN Ground CN4-4 CAN reserved CN4-5 AUGND Optional ground CN4-6 CN4-7 CN4-8 CN4-9 CN4-10 CN4-11 AUGND Optional ground CN4-12 CAN reserved CN4-13...

  • Page 22: Audio Cable

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Audio Cable Signal Color CN1-1 No define CN1-2 Right No define CN1-3 Left No define CN2-3 No define CN2-1 No define Signal Description CN4-1 CN4-2 CN4-3 CN4-4 CN4-5 AUGND Optional ground CN4-6 HP_R Headset return CN4-7...

  • Page 23: Lan Connector (Pse)

    FM10 Product Reference Guide LAN Connector (PSE) Pin No. SYMBOL MDI0+ PSE_A+ MDI0- PSE_A+ MDI1+ PSE_A- MDI2+ PSE_B+ MDI2- PSE_B+ MDI1- PSE_A- MDI3+ PSE_B- MDI3- PSE_- Power Connector 1. Power Connector 2. Power Switch 2-12...
  • Page 24 FM10 Product Reference Guide Power Connector Pin No. SYMBOL Color Pin No. SYMBOL Color CN2-3 VIN - White CN1-2 VIN - no define CN2-4 VIN - Blue CN2-5 VIN - CN2-1 VIN + Black CN2-2 VIN + Brown CN1-1 VIN +...

  • Page 25: Antenna Connections

    Antenna Connections The FM10 is equipped with an 802.11 radio and can be ordered with internal antennas or external remote mount antennas. When the FM10 is ordered with internal antennas, the external antenna connectors are not used. GPS and WWAN are optional on the device and require external remote mount antennas.

  • Page 26: Keyboard Options

    Left Key F10 (Programmable key 10) Right Key USB Keyboard / Mouse A standard USB keyboard or mouse can be attached to the FM10 using the appropriate adapter cable. The cable attached to the device and provides USB connector 2-15...

  • Page 27: Led Function

    FM10 Product Reference Guide LED Function 1. System LEDs 2. Connection and UPS battery LEDs Connection and UPS battery LEDs Indicator Type LED Behavior System State Solid Red System off and in suspend mode Power System On Solid Blue The Device is connected to the network via an access point...

  • Page 28: Display

    The FM10’s display measures 10.4 inches diagonally, display resolution is 1024 x 768 pixel resolution and bonded with resistive touch. A unique feature here is that the FM10 supports screen blanking to eliminate driver distraction when the vehicle is in motion. Touch Screen The touch screen is a resistive panel with a GFG (Glass-Film-Glass) technology, by using GFG, the whole surface of the top layer of glass is glued to some Film.

  • Page 29: Chapter 3: Software

    This section includes the software and hardware installation, the FM10 configuration, the wireless communication, and some other optional features. Since this FM10 is bundled with several software and utility programs for its configurations and operations, the examples describe in this section are to be used as a guideline only; therefore, the function configuration of the device might vary.

  • Page 30: Setting Up Windows For The First Time

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Setting up Windows for the First Time This section details how to setup different version of the Windows that may be installed on the vehicle computer for the first time. Setting up Windows 7 Professional for Embedded System During the setup process, you create a user name and password, verify the correct time and date, and then choose your Internet network.

  • Page 31: Choosing Your Computer's Network

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Verify your time zone, time, and date. Make any necessary changes. Then click Next to continue. Choosing your computer’s network If you have a home network, connect with an Ethernet cable or activate the Wireless feature before continuing.

  • Page 32: Completing Windows 7 Professional For Embedded System Setup

    FM10 Product Reference Guide 4. Click the location where you will most often use the computer. Completing Windows 7 Professional for Embedded System Setup After completing Windows 7 Professional for Embedded System setup, a Preparing your desktop screen displays. Please allow several minutes for Windows to save your settings.

  • Page 33: Setting Up Windows 7 Professional For Embedded System

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Setting up Windows 7 Professional for Embedded System Follow the steps below to complete the setup process. 1. Press the power button to turn on the computer. 2. Type in a user name for your account to be used on this PC and tap Next...
  • Page 34 FM10 Product Reference Guide 4. Now enter the product key that came with the computer and tap Next. For this version of the Windows, a product key entry is required when setting up the computer for the first time. 5.On the license terms screen, click on the I accept the license terms and tap Next...
  • Page 35 FM10 Product Reference Guide 6. For the update option, choose Use recommended settings for Windows to install updates. If you do not wish Windows to do so, choose the other options accordingly. 7. Next, review the date and time settings on the computer...
  • Page 36 FM10 Product Reference Guide 8. Select the computer current location for network privacy setting. Choose the location below to your actual usage accordingly. 9. Allow time for windows to setup your desktop for the first time. 10. Now the computer is ready to be used.

  • Page 37: Control Panel

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Control Panel Using the Touch Screen The touch screen is a touch-sensitive device that allows you to control and make selections on the device by controlling the location of the pointer on the screen • Do not use sharp or pointed objects on the touch screen. These objects may scratch the screen. Use...

  • Page 38: Calibrating The Screen

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Calibrating the screen Where there is a noticeable discrepancy in the placement of the stylus on the screen and the indicated position of the on screen pointer, recalibrate the screen. Perform the following to calibrate the screen: 1.
  • Page 39 FM10 Product Reference Guide 3. Use the supplied stylus or finger to tap the cross, until it moves to the next location. Repeat this process as the dot moves around the screen 4. When calibration is complete, tap Yes 3-11...

  • Page 40: Display

    Start > Control Panel > Power Options (Large or Small Icon View) Region and Language The instruction for installing, changing and uninstalling language in this section are applicable to FM10 with Windows 7 Professional for Embedded System. Start > Control Panel > Region and Language > Keyboards and Languages tab...

  • Page 41: Sounds

    FM10 Product Reference Guide The FM10 may be shipped with an English Windows 7 Professional for Embedded System operating system. When only one language (English) is installed, the select a display language option is not display on the keyboard and language tab.

  • Page 42: Keymap Introduction

    FM10 Product Reference Guide KeyMap Introduction In this section, all function key will be introduced, including quick access to touch lock, volume adjustment, brightness adjustment, turn on/off the reading lamp, camera, and function key form of all other function key from F11~F24.

  • Page 43: Volume Adjustment

    Slide to the right side to increase the volume and slide to the left side to decrease the volume Brightness There are several configuration options for the FM10 display backlight: Power management The display backlight is controlled by power management. When the user activity timer expires, the display backlight is turned off.

  • Page 44: Function Key Form To Access F6~F24

    FM10 Product Reference Guide 2. Tap on the Auto Brightness. When you adjust the brightness for Panel, the brightness for keypad will also automatically adjust. 3. If the Auto Brightness is not selected, you can adjust panel brightness and keypad brightness individually.

  • Page 45: Bluetooth

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Bluetooth Your device has integrated Bluetooth capabilities for short-range wireless communication between Bluetooth- enabled devices. You can transfer files, playback audio, configure virtual serial ports, and share network connection via Bluetooth. By default, the Bluetooth feature is enabled as indicated by the Bluetooth icon on the taskbar.

  • Page 46: The Fm10 With Label

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Locate the barcode label, similar to the one shown above, attached on the side of this device. The label represents the Bluetooth address identifier for this device. The mobile Bluetooth scanner requires this information before discovering, pairing, connecting or disconnecting process.

  • Page 47: External Wifi Antenna

    FM10 Product Reference Guide 2. Check the status of the WiFi Icon 3. If the WiFi feature is disabled (unchecked), tap on the WFi icon to enable it 4. Click the wireless network connection status icon in the Windows notification area. A list of available wireless networks is displayed.

  • Page 48: Wwan

    FM10 Product Reference Guide 4. Tap Connect 5. If the network requires authentication, enter the security key or passphrase Personal information and files on your wireless network can sometimes be seen by people who pick up your network signal. This can lead to identity theft and other malicious acts. A network security key or passphrase can help protect your wireless network from this type of unauthorized access.

  • Page 49: Connecting To 3G Network

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Connecting to 3G network ® Your Tablet Computer comes with Sierra Wireless AirCard Watcher, an application that allows you to connect to the Internet using your SIM card and keeps you informed of your wireless connection status. Perform the following to connect to your 3G network: 1.
  • Page 50 FM10 Product Reference Guide Item Description • Green: 3G network ison. 3GOn/Off • Red: 3G network isoff. • Green: Indicate the networksignalstrength. More SignalStrength lit bars indicatestrongersignal. • Red: Nosignal. NetworkType Indicates the network connectiontype. Toolbar Tap an icon to access thefunction.

  • Page 51: Connecting To 4G Network

    FM10 Product Reference Guide NewMessage Indicates there is an unread SMSmessage. Speed Indicates the network connectionspeed. CustomerSupport Tap to open Sierra Wireless supportwebsite. Connecting to 4G network Perform the following to connect to your 4G network: 1. Verify that WWAN Mode is enabled (this icon will turn into Orange color), this verifies that your WWAN radio module is enabled 2.

  • Page 52: Using Camera Features

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Using Camera Features Your device has a built in camera Opening the Camera Perform one of the following to open the camera: • Double tap on F5 to launch the camera The Camera Screen Item Description...

  • Page 53: Recording Videos

    FM10 Product Reference Guide The preview screen automatically closes after 3 seconds. Alternatively, do one of the following: • to delete the photo and return to the camera screen • to close the preview and return to the camera screen Recording Videos 1.Open the Camera...

  • Page 54: Camera Settings

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Camera Settings to open the setting page 1. Tap 2. Modify necessary settings. Item Description Check one of the check boxes to show the preview screen right after capturing a photo. • Show Preview: Check this box and enter the preview duration on Preview Setting Close preview after.

  • Page 55: Using Recovery Wizard To Restore Computer

    Using Recovery Wizard to Restore Computer The FM10 computer has a dedicate recovery partition stored on the hard drive of the vehicle computer to enable quick one-key recovery process. This partition occupies about 11GB of the storage space, and comes built-in to each FM10 vehicle computer.
  • Page 56 FM10 Product Reference Guide 5. Wait till the recovery process to complete. During the recovery process, a command prompt will show up to indicate the percent of recovery process. After recovery is completed, and the vehicle computer will restart automatically.

  • Page 57: Chapter 4 - Installation

    Installation Installing a SIM Card The Vehicle mounted computer supports data connection using 3G or 4G/LTE SIM cards and fits Micro-SIM card. (Note: 4G/LTE feature is optional). Perform the following to install the SIM card to your vehicle mounted computer: 1.

  • Page 58: Installing A Stylus With The Holder

    FM10 Product Reference Guide 1. Reposition the removed service window and then screw to secure the service window Installing a Stylus with the holder Perform the following to dock the device 1. Align the screw hole between the stylus holder and the rear side of device, fasten it with the given screw...

  • Page 59: Installing The Device

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Installing the device Vehicle Mount Installation Rear Side of the Device Front Side of the Vehicle Dock C. Release Latch A. Golden Connector D. Golden Connector B. Guide Pin Holes E. Guide Pin Docking the device Perform the following to dock the device 1.

  • Page 60: Installing The Device On A Forklift Using Ram Mount

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Installing the device on a forklift using RAM Mount Components of RAM Mounts kits The docking of this device is designed to be mounted to RAM Mount solutions, which provides various types of mount types to fit any industrial use or vehicle. Each mounting kit consists of:...

  • Page 61: Keyboard Mounting Installation

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Step 2. Install RAM Ball base to vehicle dashboard / other surface 1.1 Please make sure that the surface is flat and rigid 1.2 Attach the RAM ball base to the vehicle and fix it using bolt or fasteners.
  • Page 62 FM10 Product Reference Guide Winmate RAM Mounts Component Description Part Number Part Number RAM Clamp Mounts - on the 9B000000007T RAM-D-247U-4 Clamp base with 2.25” Ball forklift RAM Arm 9B000000007S RAM-D-201U Arm for 2.25” Ball (Length:8.375”) RAM Ball on the device side...

  • Page 63: Connecting The Power Cable

    FM10 Product Reference Guide 3. Fasten the RAM mount ball screws on the back of the device, so all mounting parts are fasten together. Connecting the power cable • This procedure require a trained service personnel only • Use the proper cable clamps and not to over tighten it to prevent it from break Note •...
  • Page 64 FM10 Product Reference Guide 4. Slide tubing over wires , remove the wires and insert it to the fuse holder, crimp it 5. Connect the wire to the vehicle’s positive power source. Connect the black wire to the vehicle’s negative power source.

  • Page 65: Power Cable Routing

    There are many cables available for the FM10 including power cable, CANBus cable, or USB cable, To secure these cables, there are five cable clamps secured to the FM10 vehicle dock to prevent the cable strain. To secure audio, power, and I/O cables perform this following action: 1.

  • Page 66: Important Information

    Important Information ATTENTION: Pour réduire le risque d’incendie ou de choc électrique ne pas exposer l’appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité. VERIFIER que le cordon électrique est la prise murale pour un delai d’inactivite prolongé. Pour arrêter complètement l’alimentation de l’appareil, débranchez le cordon d’alimentation de la prise AC. N’enlever ni le capot arrière ni les pièces internes de l’appareil.

  • Page 67: Safety Information

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Important Information Safety Information (EN) Follow and adhere to all warnings and instructions on the screen. For your safety, please read all safety and operating instructions before using the device. Keep this manual for future reference.

  • Page 68: Informations De Sécurité

    FM10 Product Reference Guide Informations de sécurité (FR) Suivez et respectez tous les avertissements et instructions figurant sur l’écran. Pour votre sécurité, s’il vous plaît lire toutes les consignes de sécurité et de fonctionnement avant d’utiliser le device. Gardez ce manuel pour référence future.

  • Page 69: About The Adapter

    FM10 Product Reference Guide About the Adapter • Use only the supplied AC adapter (Rating: Input DC 10-60V DC). Use of another type of AC adapter will result in malfunction and/or danger. • Do not use the adapter in a high moisture environment. Never touch the adapter when your hands or feet are wet.

  • Page 70: Fcc Regulations

    FM10 Product Reference Guide FCC Regulations This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.

  • Page 71: Ce Notice (European Union

    FM10 Product Reference Guide CE Notice (European Union) This device has been tested and found to conform with the limits set for a Class B product. • EN 55022 — “Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment”...

  • Page 72: Important Note

    FM10 Product Reference Guide This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. The device could automatically discontinue transmission in case of absence of information to transmit, or operational failure.

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