Vehicle 10-60 Vdc Direct Power Connection - Honeywell Thor VM1A Quick Start Manual

Vehicle 10-60 VDC Direct Power Connection

1. The VM1A must not be mounted in the dock. The power
switch on the dock must be turned Off. The power cable
must be UNPLUGGED from the dock.
2. While observing the Fuse Requirements, connect the power
cable as close as possible to the actual battery terminals of
the vehicle (if using unswitched power).
3. Use proper electrical and mechanical fastening means for
terminating the cable. Properly sized "crimp" type electrical
terminals are an accepted method of termination. Select
electrical connectors sized for use with 20AWG (0.81mm
conductors.
4. Refer to the following wiring diagrams for wire colors and
connections:
• Ignition Control Wiring Diagram
If switched vehicle power is available, the ignition wire can
be connected. The VM1A will boot up when the vehicle
ignition is turned on.
Existing Circuitry On Vehicle
Main Switch
Fuse - See
Fuse Warning
Battery
Ignition
+Vo -Vo
See Caution statements
Cable for optional
screen blanking
connection
Red/White (if present)
Red
Black/White (if present)
Black
Green
Blue
2
Quick Mount
Smart Dock
COM1 or COM2
Connector
Circular
Power
Connector
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