Chapter 2 - Getting Started; Overview - Honeywell Thor VM2 User Manual

CHAPTER
2
GETTING STARTED

Overview

The Thor VM2 Vehicle Mount Computer (VMC) is a rugged, vehicle mounted computer
running a Microsoft
communications from a fork-lift truck or any properly configured vehicle. Wireless com-
munications are supported over a 802.11 WLAN network and, optionally, over a WWAN
network. The Bluetooth
Caution: Before shipping the Thor VM2, be sure to
The Thor VM2 is designed for use with a vehicle dock. Two models of docks are sup-
ported, a
connects to vehicle power. The dock provides conditioned input power for the Thor VM2.
Peripheral connections are on the dock. The Thor VM2 is designed to easily be removed
from the dock with a latch on the lower rear of the Thor VM2 housing. Since the dock
remains attached to the vehicle, the Thor VM2 computer can easily be moved from one
vehicle equipped with a dock to another vehicle equipped with a dock.
The Thor VM2 contains a UPS battery which, when fully charged, can power the Thor
VM2 for a minimum of 30 minutes. This can be when the Thor VM2 is not attached to a
dock or when the Thor VM2 is attached to a dock but the vehicle power is interrupted,
such as when the vehicle battery is being changed.
The Thor VM2 can be used with or without an external keyboard. There are 5 program-
mable keys (P1-P5) on the front bezel and, when used with the Orange modifier key,
provide 5 additional programmable keys (P6-P10).
Contact
Thor VM2 with with Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 6.0 User Guide
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Windows
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module supports Bluetooth printers and scanners.
Standard Dock and an
Technical Assistance for information on the latest upgrades for your Thor VM2.
CE 6 operating system and capable of wireless data
Disconnect UPS Battery
Enhanced Dock. The dock installs in the vehicle and
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