Contents CONTENTS ..................................3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................6 REGULATORY AND CERTIFICATION ........................8 FCC ........................................8 ....................................9 CE M ARKING RED ........................................9 ..........................9 ITHIUM ATTERY AFETY TATEMENT CHAPTER 1. PRODUCT INTRODUCTION ......................10 ..............................10 ARDWARE PECIFICATIONS ....................................
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CHAPTER 4. START UP ............................29 ................................ 29 OWERING THE YSTEM ................................29 ONNECTOR OWER ....................... 30 OWER SOURCE FROM CAR POWER CABLE ..................... 30 OWER SOURCE FROM EXTERNAL POWER ADAPTER ..............................31 OWER ON THE YSTEM ....................................31 LED S TATUS ............................
Safety Precautions Read these safety instructions carefully. Keep this user’s manual for later reference. Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth. Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning. For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near the equipment and must be easily accessible.
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user’s manual. e. The equipment has been dropped and damaged. f. The equipment has obvious signs of breakage. 16. Do not place heavy objects on the equipment. 17. The unit uses a three-wire ground cable which is equipped with a third pin to ground the unit and prevent electric shock.
Regulatory and Certification 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. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This device is operable in 5.15 – 5.25GHz frequency range, then restricted in indoor use only, Outdoor operations in the 5.15 – 5.25GHz is prohibitive. CE Marking This product has passed the CE test for environmental specifications when shielded cables are used for external wiring.
Chapter 1. Product Introduction VX-601 is a 12.4” in-vehicle terminal with 700/1200nits brightness display and is flexible to support a wide range of wireless connection capability. The device is well-suited for warehouse management, harbor management, asset management applications. VX-601’s optimized power system is designed for cold cranking, load dump, transient voltage and ESD.
Shock Non-Operation: MIL-STD-810G CHANGE1 Method 516.7 Procedure V Crash Hazard Shock I/O Ports Item Description RS-232 x 1 with 0/5/12V support 0.6A (COM1) Serial RS-232/422/485 x 1 (COM2) USB 3.0 x 1 USB 2.0 x 1 Ethernet Gigabit RJ45 x 1 Digital I/O 2 DI and 2 DO CANbus (SAE J1939 / OBDI II supported)
Dimension and Weight VX-601 Standard Dimension (w/ antenna cover) : 325 x 280 x 67.3mm / 12.80 x 11.02 x 26.50in. (W x H x D) Dimension (w/o antenna cover) 325 x 262 x 67.3mm/ 12.80 x 10.31 x 26.50in. (W x H x D) Weight: 4.83 kg/ 10.65 lbs.
VX-601 with I/O water-proof box Dimension(w/ antenna cover): 325 x 280 x 69.6 mm / 12.8 x 11.02 x 2.7in.(W x H x D) Dimension (w/o antenna cover) : 325 x 262 x 67.3mm/ 12.80 x 10.31 x 26.50in.(W x H x D) Weight: 4.90 kg / 10.80 Ibs.
Package List Before you begin the installation or configuration process, make sure to inspect all the components and accessories. Contact your representative if there are any missing or damaged items. Please verify the delivery of the contents upon receipt VX-601 vehicle mount computer ...
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The protection film is placed on the product screen in the package. You can use it to increase touch screen durability and protection from scratching, etching, and damage. Designed with a low-tack adhesive, the protection film is easy to apply and remove. It is also engineered to be touch-sensitive and won't affect touch or swipe functions.
Chapter 2. Hardware Installation This chapter provides information for the installation and removal of M.2 storage and mini PCIe card. M.2 Module Prevention of EMI interference in this device is not guaranteed if the original components are replaced. A single M.2 2280 module slot is available for memory expansion. The device supports up to 256GB.
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Locate the M.2 module slot; see the following image. Insert the M.2 module into the slot and then fasten the screws or loosen the screws to remove the card Replace the service cover.
Installing/Removing the SIM card VX-601 provides dual micro SIM slots which are located inside the service door. Install your SIM card in SIM 1 slot or SIM 2 slot. You can select from the two SIM slots via the SIM slot assignment option in DashON interface.
8. Turn your SIM card to the angled corner of your SIM card to match the angled corner of the SIM card holder. 9. Insert the SIM card into the SIM card holder. 10. Close the cover of the SIM card holder. Installing/Removing the WWAN module WWAN card slot is also located on the rear side;...
4. Install or remove the module. Installing WWAN Antennas After you installed the WWAN module, you need to connect the antenna for use. Please note VX-601 supports internal (optional) or external WWAN antenna. If you would like to use the internal or external WWAN antenna, you need to manually disable either one of them.
Installing WLAN Antennas VX-601 supports WLAN internal and external antennas connections, and the default is internal; if you would like to connect WLAN external antenna, please disable the current WWAN antennas. The following section will guide you through how to change your internal/ external antenna.
Installing/Removing Antenna Box VX-601’s antenna box can be removed and installed by manually removing the 8 screws located on the side of the antenna box. If you want to manually adjust the WWAN/WLAN antenna cable, please follow the instructions below: 1.
Chapter 3. Hardware Mounting The VX-601 supports a standard VESA version MIS-D, 75/100, C (75/100mm distance quadrate order, M5 thread, deepness 10mm) through the four drill holes on the back side of the device. Notes: To prevent any damage or injury, make sure the mounting bracket is securely attached.
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2. Use a hex key and tighten the hex lock into both sides of VX-601 threads. 3. Secure the hex lock on the U-shape mount frame using a 6 millimeter hex wrench.
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4. Insert the plain washer and spring lock washer, and then tighten knobs on both sides accordingly. 5. To adjust the angles of VX-601, untighten the knobs.
Chapter 4. Start up Powering the System Make sure that all the power supplies are disconnected when you plug the power cord into the power connector. Connector Power VX-601 allows a wide range of DC power input from 9~60V via a 4-pin circular power cord. There are two options to start up the VX-601 via car power cable or external power adapter.
Power source from car power cable 1. The bare wire lead cable allows you to directly wire 12 V, 24 V, 36V and 48V power cable or adapters. Please follow the wire definition to connect to your power source. 2. Plug the power code into the power connector facing the top of the arrow mark. 3.
Power on the System VX-601 has two power modes for user preference which can be activated through DashON. If you want to use power source via power adapter, please disable “ACC Input Detection”. To turn on the system, please follow the directions below: 1.
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defrost versions) WWAN Solid Green Module enabled WIFI Solid Green Module enabled Solid Green Module enabled...
Adjust the Speaker Volume VX-601 provides the volume control buttons to adjust the speakers’ volume; you can also control the overall level of sound using Windows. When you press the top part of the volume button, it makes the volume louder; pressing the bottom part makes the volume lower ...
Manual Brightness Adjustment VX-601 also supports manual brightness adjustment; you can manually adjust the brightness by pressing the button. Internal Microphone VX-601 is equipped with an internal microphone, so you don’t need an external one. In addition to the built-in speaker and microphones, you can plug external headsets in the audio jack.
Internal MIC-in Display turn on/off (Defrost turn on/off) Programmable Buttons VX-601 provides default commands for nine programmable buttons. You can configure the programmable buttons via DashON to different commands or keyboard shortcuts to better fit your work style. Power Management In additional to settings in Windows Control Panel, VX-601 also provides DashON for configuration setting which includes power management and system setup.
Chapter 5. Jumpers and Connectors Bottom View Power Input Connector Audio RS232/422/485 Video (COM2) DIO/ CANBus RS232 with PWR (COM1) USB 3.0 USB 2.0...
External Connectors Pin Assignments Use this section as a reference for the pin assignments of the various ports available on the VX-601. Power Connector 3. (V-) 2. (ACC) 1.(V+) Signal Note: Please refer to Section 1 in Chapter 4 for connecting the external power cable to power source.
RS-232 Port (COM1) Signal Description Data carrier detect (input) Receive data (input) Transmit data (output) Data terminal ready (output) Signal/power ground Data set ready (input) Request to send (output) Clear to send (input) RI / PWR Bar code scanner power (600mA max) or Ring indicator (input)
Video Port Signal Description CH1: Audio Left Audio left input CH2: Video Video input CH2: Audio Right Audio right input No connected CH3: Audio Right Audio right input CH1: Video Video CH1: Audio Right Audio right input CH2: Audio Left Audio left input CH3: Video Video...
Chapter 7. DashON Setting You can use DashON to configure the device for your demo or test. We also provide the corresponding SDK for your application development. DashON will auto-run in background while the system turns on. This section is to brief you on what functions are included in DashON and how to set up based on Windows OS.
Device Information Click on the “Device Information” icon In device information, you can see the PCBA version, DashON utility version, BIOS version, EC version, and system model name.
Vehicle Status Vehicle status shows some vehicle information from the simulator. The related AT command is available upon request. Please contact local sales representatives or login to the support website.
Communication Setting Communication setting allows you to enable/ disable Wi-Fi/WWAN/Bluetooth via DashON utility. Please click on the “Communication Setting” Enable/ Disable Module Item 1. Click on the switch bar to Enable/ Disable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth function.
WWAN Communication Setting If WWAN module is present in the device, you can click on “WWAN setting” to get into the detailed setting. You can set the two major features including WWAN RF on/off and SIM slot selection. 1. Module RF Enable/ Disable: to enable or disable the WWAN RF transmission. 2.
System Status & Setting This section is to set and read the system status. It covers power management, internal backup battery, IO configuration, wake up event and so on. Power Management Setup Please click on the “Power Management”...
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ACC Detection Setting In VX-601 design setting, it supports ACC sense. You can check its status from ACC status. Default is non-ACC mode. Input Voltage Setting Click on the to the input voltage selection. You can select the power input voltage either 9~60V or 12V, 24V, 36V or 48V. If 9~60V is selected, it means the system can be powered on while the voltage ranges from 9~60V.
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If 12V, 24V, 36V or 48V is selected, you can also select the startup and shut down voltage setting.
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If the above selection items do not meet your demand, please contact local sales representatives. Power On/Off Delay Setting Power on delay function enables you to power on the device after the ACC is on for a specified period of time. Enabled power off delay function lets the device remain on until the ACC is off for a specified period of time.
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Power Off Delay You can set the system shut down time after ACC is off. Same as power on delay setting process; you can also set the power off delay. Delay time can be set at 10sec/30sec/1min/5min/10min/15min/30min/60min...
Wake up Setting In additional to ACC sense, two wake-up events are able to power up the device. They belong to RTC wake up. Here is the setting method. “System Status & Setting”-> “System Status & Setting” ->”Wake up Setting” In Wake up setting, you can find “Wake on RTC”...
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RTC wake up setting Click on the , you can find RTC timer setting to set the desired time to power up the system. After you have finished with the setup, click on the “OK” to save the value. For example, if you set 06:00:00, it means the system will be powered up at 6 o’clock in the morning.
I/O Configuration Please click on the I/O Configuration COM1 Setting RS232 (COM1) supports 5V or 12V power output for users to easily connect with barcode scanner or other equipment. The maximum current is up to 600mA.
If you don’t need the power output, just select 0V output to avoid the equipment damage. Please note if system power source is from backup battery (no DC input available), COM1 will stop supplying the power output. COM2 Setting The COM2 includes RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485 signals. Please select your required items and connect the Y-cable converter to the system.
Watchdog Timer This section is about the timer setting of watchdog and the simulation of watchdog functions. When the system is hanging due to some reasons, you are able to reboot the system automatically after the set time frame. icon “System Status & Setting”. Double click on the DashON icon, and then click on the 4 Click on the “Watchdog Timer”...
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Select the timer setting. Turn on the watchdog switch. If you’d like to test if watchdog timer is enabled and working, please click on the “simulation” icon. The “simulation” is to simulate the system on hang and reboot it after the set time frame.
Programmable Button Programmable buttons can be set to different functions per user’s definition.
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Select which function key button you want to set and then click on the to select the function from the list. User can also define the keystrokes for function keys by selecting the “User Defined Command” from the list.
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Click on the “Other” to find the program files and then click on the “Save” to Click on the folder icon save the setting.
Location and Sensor VX-601 provides the GPS receiver and G-Sensor built-in. DashON provides both setting and information and also links to the Google map locations for demo applications. You can also use the general freeware GPS viewer to set GPS setting. Click on the “Location and Sensor”...
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DashON includes the GPS receiver setting information, click on to set the GPS. After click on , you will see the following setting screen. The following is the function description. Module RF: to enable or disable the GPS receiving function. Serial Port Setting: to set COM port for GPS module connected on.
Serial Port Setting By selecting a COM port, you use the port from the list to connect to your GPS. VX-601 uses COM3 as its default setting for GPS receiver. Baud Rate Setting It must be set to the same baud rate you are using in the GPS receiver. Use as high a Baud rate as possible.
Chapter 8. Main BIOS Setting VX-601 is equipped with a Phoenix BIOS, which is stored in EEPROM chip. This chapter provides information for BIOS main feature setting in hardware system. When the system turns on, press <F2> to enter Setup The system displays the BIOS setup interface;...
Set the system configuration menu Use the Main for basic system configuration; users can set the system’s date, time, drive parameters, and related settings via the HDD Sub-menu. Setting the System Date Setting the System Time...
System Information It displays the system configuration information such as CPU, Memory size, firmware version. Boot Features Users can set the boot options for CSM support or Quick Boot. Note if the operating system is Windows 8, please set the Boot Features [Off] for “Legacy Boot”...
Miscellaneous Configuration Use Advanced menu to set the system I/0 device function. Account’s Password Setting Use the Security Menu to establish the system password and protection for entering the BIOS or system start-up.
HDD Security Setting To establish password protection to restrict access to the contents of the hard disk drive, the HDD password is written to the system BIOS and to the hard disk drive to ensure that the password can protect your hard disk drive should it be moved to another computer.
Chapter 9. Wi-Fi Hotspot Setup VX-601 can be a gateway role for other devices to connect to the Internet. Windows has ways to create Wi-Fi hotspot, and the feature is integrated into “Network and Sharing Center”. Here is how to turn your Windows 7 into a Wi-Fi hotspot. (The process should be similar for Windows 8) WWAN or LAN connection is properly connected to the Internet.
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Click on “Next” Enter the Network Name, choose a security type and enter the security key. Check the “Save this network” checkbox; it will save your network name on the Wireless network connection, and then click on “Next”. VX-601 At this point your ad hoc network should be running and ready to start connecting your device.
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