Quick Reference Guide Introduction The VC5090 Vehicle Computer is a vehicle or fixed-mount computer consisting of two configurations: a full-screen computer with optional keyboard and a half screen configuration with a integrated keyboard. You can enter data using the touch screen, the keyboard, an optional bar code scanner, or a combination of the three.
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VC5090 Vehicle Computer Features Mounting Bracket Quick Access Panel Optional Keyboard Antenna Port for Optional External Antenna Main Power Switch Display WLAN COMM LED Power LED Power Button Backlight Control Button Backlight Control LED Built-In Keyboard...
Connector Connector Connector Unpacking The following items are contained in the box: • VC5090 vehicle computer • mounting bracket with hardware kit • spare desiccant kit • power cable with fuse kit • this guide. The hardware kit contains items that might not be used during NOTE installation.
The VC5090 ships with a desiccant bag installed and a replacement bag in the VC5090 shipping container. The installer may wish to replace the desiccant in the VC5090 with the new bag prior to installing the VC5090 on the vehicle, as transit and storage may have saturated the desiccant.
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Installing the Optional UPS The use of the optional UPS battery is recommended in every NOTE case the power to the VC5090 can be unintentionally interrupted during operation. It is strongly recommended when AC power source susceptible to power failures is used to power the VC5090.
It takes four hours to fully charge the UPS. Installing a Memory Card A memory card (Secure Digital) provides secondary non-volatile storage. The card holder is located on the back of the VC5090 under the UPS/Memory Card door. To install the memory card: Place the Main Power switch on the top of the vehicle computer to the off position.
Improper installation can injure the operator or damage the vehicle and/or VC5090. 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...
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VC5090 Vehicle Computer • Install the appropriate mounting hardware. The VC5090 ships with four cap screws (3/8” - 16 - 2”) for securing the mounting bracket. If the supplied cap screws are not long enough, use 3/8” - 16 - X stainless steel cap screws where X represents the length in inches of the required cap screws.
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(usually) very hard wheels. The mounting bracket provided with the VC5090 is designed as an isolator. In order for it to be effective, the bracket base must be securely mounted to a rigid and strong structure that fully supports the entire base of the bracket.
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Quick Reference Guide Nuts Lock Washers Flat Washers Vehicle Cross-Beam Flat Washers Lock Washers Mounting Bracket Cap Screws Mounting onto an Over-Head Cage Example The diagrams below illustrates a typical installation where the vehicle computer is mounted on an overhead cage. A customer supplied mounting plate must be used that can withstand the weight of the vehicle computer under vibration and shock.
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• Ensure cables do not swing or chafe on the structure. This often requires using cable ties approximately every foot, and ensuring the cables do not flex often, especially where they connect to the VC5090. However, if you must re-position the VC5090 occasionally, ensure...
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Vehicle 25-71919-XX Battery Black VC5090 20A Fuse Green Electric Forklifts This VC5090 is supplied with a power cable and does not NOTE require an external DC power filter. However, it can also be used with the filtered power cable (25-71919-04R).
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Yellow Switch 20A Fuse Power Cable Vehicle 25-71919-XX Battery Black VC5090 20A Fuse Green Connecting the Power Cable See the vehicle Owner's Manual for specific wiring NOTE information. Disconnect the vehicle battery. Connect the green wire to the vehicle’s chassis.
Install the mounting bracket to the desktop using four cap screws, eight washers and four nuts. The VC5090 ships with four cap screws (3/8” - 16 - 2”) for NOTE securing the mounting bracket. If the supplied cap screws are not long enough, use 3/8”...
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Quick Reference Guide Screws Nuts Washers Insert the DC power cable into the DC connector on the universal power supply. Plug the other end of the cable into the vehicle computer’s power port. Insert the AC line cord into the AC connector on the universal power supply.
• four caps screws with captive washers • two locking knobs, two flat washers and two lock washers. Attach the keyboard brackets to both sides of the VC5090, using the cap screws with captive washers. Only tighten the cap screws three turns.
NOTE completely from the VC5090. All data stored in RAM is lost. To power on, place the Main Power switch on the top of the VC5090 to the on ( | ) position. To power off, place the Main Power switch on the top of the VC5090 to...
VC5090 Vehicle Computer Main Power Switch Use the Power button on the Quick Access Panel to place the VC5090 into Suspend mode or wake the VC5090 from Suspend mode. Power Button This is usually enough to conserve battery power while the VC5090 is idle during off time in normal operation.
VC5090 is in the backlight control mode. Press the P3 button to toggle the keyboard backlit. Press the Backlight Control button to exit this mode (or after five seconds of inactivity the VC5090 automatically returns to normal operation).
Tap OK. Connecting Accessories Connect an optional scanner, ActiveSync serial or USB cable, audio or USB device using the appropriate connector on the bottom of the VC5090. Cables are available from Motorola.
Quick Reference Guide 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 Motorola. Refer to the VC5090 Product Reference Guide for information about additional accessories. Maintenance The vehicle computer is factory-sealed (except for the desiccant door and UPS/Memory Card door) and contains no user-serviceable parts.
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Solution 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. Screen is too bright or too Adjust the brightness; see Controlling dark.
This device is approved under the Symbol Technologies brand; Symbol Technologies, Inc., is the Enterprise Mobility business of Motorola, Inc (“Motorola”). Regulatory Information is available in French, Italian, German, Spanish (Spain), Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese.
VC5090 Vehicle Computer Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. Note 2: The use of 5GHz RLAN's has varying restrictions of use; please refer to the Symbol Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for details. Operation of the device without regulatory approval is CAUTION illegal.
Quick Reference Guide Hearing Aids The wireless device may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of interference you may want to consult your hearing aid supplier to discuss solutions. Other Medical Devices Please consult your physician or the manufacturer of the medical device, to determine if the operation of your wireless product may interfere with the medical device.
VC5090 Vehicle Computer 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.
Quick Reference Guide Radio Transmitters (Part 15) 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.
: http://www.motorola.com/recycle/weee. Español: Para clientes en la Unión Europea: todos los productos deberán entregarse a Motorola al final de su ciclo de vida para que sean reciclados. Si desea más información sobre cómo devolver un producto, visite: http://www.motorola.com/recycle/weee.
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Italiano: per i clienti dell'UE: tutti i prodotti che sono giunti al termine del rispettivo ciclo di vita devono essere restituiti a Motorola al fine di consentirne il riciclaggio. Per informazioni sulle modalità di restituzione, visitare il seguente sito Web: http://www.motorola.com/recycle/weee.
Suomi: Asiakkaat Euroopan unionin alueella: Kaikki tuotteet on palautettava kierrätettäväksi Motorola-yhtiöön, kun tuotetta ei enää käytetä. Lisätietoja tuotteen palauttamisesta on osoitteessa http://www.motorola.com/recycle/weee. Dansk: Til kunder i EU: Alle produkter skal returneres til Motorola til recirkulering, når de er udtjent. Læs oplysningerne om returnering af produkter på: http://www.motorola.com/recycle/weee.
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• Proof of purchase • Title of the software download you are requesting. If it is determined by Motorola that your device is entitled to the latest software release, you will receive an e-mail containing a link directing you to a Motorola...
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