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Falcon 625 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Falcon ® 625 Vehicle-Mount Terminal User’s Guide...
  • Page 3 FALCON 625 Vehicle Mount Terminal ’ UIDE...
  • Page 4 Copyright Act of 1976. Falcon® is a registered trademark of PSC, Inc. ®...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Keys and Keystroke Conventions ..........vi Radio Frequency Interference ............vii Warnings................viii Approvals ................viii Technical Support ................ix Chapter 1: About the Falcon 625................1 Overview ..................2 Quick Start..................3 External Connectors ................. 4 Keyboards..................5 Keyboard LEDs................. 6 Control Keys ................
  • Page 6 Torque Measurements ..............15 Installation Procedure ..............16 Connect Cable Ties ..............16 Attach Bottom Mounting Bracket to Vehicle......18 Attach Falcon 625 to Back Mounting Bracket ......20 Attach Falcon 625 to Bottom Mounting Bracket.....20 Connect Antenna ..............22 Connect Serial Bar Code Scanner ..........23 Connect Serial Printer or PC ...........25...

  • Page 7: About This Guide

    Preface: About this Guide REFACE ONTENTS Style Conventions............vi Document Conventions ......... vi Keys and Keystroke Conventions......vi Radio Frequency Interference........vii Warnings .............. viii Approvals ............. viii Technical Support ............. ix...

  • Page 8: Style Conventions

    Brackets such as: “ ” indicate a key <Scan> on the Falcon Portable. Data or keystrokes entered by the user are printed in a monospaced typeface. Falcon 625...

  • Page 9: Radio Frequency Interference

    Radio Frequency Interference Radio Frequency Interference This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 10: Warnings

    The Falcon 625 vehicle-mount terminal is designed specifically for use with 2.4GHz Type II PCMCIA radios. Substitution of other PCMCIA radios will void the FCC, Industry Canada, and other international radio certifications for the Falcon 625 and is strictly prohibited.

  • Page 11: Technical Support

    Technical Support Technical Support PSC Website Support The PSC website ( ) is the complete source for techni- www.psc.com cal support and information for PSC products. The site offers the PSC TekForum, product support, product registration, warranty information, product manuals, product tech notes, software updates, demos, and instructions for returning products for repair.

  • Page 13: About The Falcon 625

    About the Falcon 625 The Falcon 625 is a tablet-style DOS computer. Rugged and portable, it is designed to be mounted in a vehicle. The Falcon 625 uses a spread-spectrum 2.4GHz PCMCIA radio for wireless data communications from a fork-lift truck or any properly configured vehicle. It is designed to run applications such as PowerNet TN.

  • Page 14: Overview

    About the Falcon 625 Overview Figure 1-1: The Falcon 625 Vehicle-Mount Terminal The Falcon 625 has the following features: An Intel 486SX processor running at 25MHz. Eight megabytes of flash memory. Four megabytes of dynamic RAM (DRAM). One Type II/III PCMCIA interfaces.

  • Page 15: Quick Start

    (e.g., an antenna or an external bar code scanner) and a power source. This user’s guide covers installation and operation of the Falcon 625: Install the mounting bracket on a vehicle.

  • Page 16: External Connectors

    About the Falcon 625 External Connectors Most external connectors for the Falcon 625 are located on the bottom of the unit (refer to Figure 1-2 Figure 1-2: The Falcon 625 External Connectors Antenna Power COM1 COM2 connector Fuse Power switch COM1 connects to a serial bar code scanner cable.

  • Page 17: Keyboards

    Keyboards Keyboards Two keyboards are available for the Falcon 625: a QWERTY-style keyboard and an ABCD-style keyboard (refer to ). Each Figure 1-4 keyboard features a 60-key keypad with individual backlighting for each key. Each keyboard has all the functions of a full 101-key keyboard, including a numeric keyboard pad.

  • Page 18: Keyboard Leds

    About the Falcon 625 Keyboard LEDs The Falcon 625 keyboard has three LED indicators (refer to Figure 1-5 Figure 1-5: Keyboard LEDs Caps Lock mode LED indicator Secondary mode LED indicator STATUS Status LED indicator STATUS Caps Lock LED This LED indicates the state of the keyboard Caps Lock mode. If Caps Lock is enabled, this LED is lit green.

  • Page 19: Control Keys

    “Suspend Mode” on page 45 using the suspend mode. Control Keys The Falcon 625 has several control keys (refer to Figure 1-6 on page 8 One key controls the keyboard backlight, two keys control the speaker volume, two keys control the display contrast, and two keys control the display brightness.

  • Page 20: Power Supply

    Power Supply Vehicle power input for the Falcon 625 is 12V to 80V DC and is accepted without the need to perform any manual adjustments within the Falcon 625. (Refer to “Vehicle 12-80VDC Direct Connection” on...

  • Page 21: Battery

    Battery Battery The Falcon 625 has an internal 50mAh Nickel Cadmium (NiCd) backup battery installed to provide power to the unit for a short amount of time when the primary power has been depleted, removed or has failed. The backup battery also maintains time, date, and CMOS setup information when power is off.

  • Page 23: Installing The Falcon 625

    Installing the Falcon 625 This chapter describes how to mount the Falcon 625 on a vehicle and provide power to it. Note: Bolts, washers, and tools required for installation are not supplied by PSC. HAPTER ONTENTS Components..............12 Back Mounting Bracket......... 12 Bottom Mounting Bracket ........

  • Page 24: Components

    One back mounting bracket Six 8-32×7/16 pan head screws (connect to the back of the Falcon 625) Six 8-32×3/8 flat screw (connect to the side of the Falcon 625) Bottom Mounting Bracket The bottom mounting bracket (refer to ) is...
  • Page 25 Components Figure 2-8: The Bottom Mounting Bracket One bottom mounting bracket Six ¼ flat washers Six ¼ lock washers Six ¼-20 bolts Dimensions for the mounting edge of the bottom mounting bracket are shown in . Suggested mounting positions are Figure 2-9 on page 14 shown in .
  • Page 26 Installing the Falcon 625 Figure 2-9: Bottom Mounting Bracket Dimensions 14.14 in / 359.2 mm 12.1 in / 307.3 mm 6.05 in / 153.6 mm 1.02 in / 25.9 mm 1.25 in / 31.75 mm 0.88 in / 22.3 mm Note: The bottom mounting bracket is 0.179 in (4.5 mm) thick.

  • Page 27: Torque Measurements

    Torque the pan head screws to 16.0±1 in/lb (1.8±0.11 N/m) when attaching the back mounting bracket to the Falcon 625. Torque the ¼-20 bolts to 50.0±5 in/lb (5.64±0.56 N/m) when assembling the bottom mounting bracket to the back mounting bracket.

  • Page 28: Installation Procedure

    Installing the Falcon 625 Installation Procedure Connect Cable Ties Turn the Falcon 625 off and place it face down on a stable surface. Position the hole in a cable tie over a screw hole on the back of the Falcon 625 (refer to...
  • Page 29 Installation Procedure Figure 2-13: Cable Ties on the Falcon 625 COM port cable tiedowns Power cable tiedown Insert a pan head screw into the screw hole and fasten it securely. Place the power or COM port cable on top of the cable tie, lift up...

  • Page 30: Attach Bottom Mounting Bracket To Vehicle

    Attach Bottom Mounting Bracket to Vehicle Position the bracket to allow access to the switches and ports on the bottom of the Falcon 625. Attach the bottom mounting bracket to the vehicle mounting surface using six ¼ bolts (not included) or equivalent fasteners...
  • Page 31 Installation Procedure Figure 2-15: Connecting the Bottom Bracket to the Vehicle Note: Refer to Figure 2-9 on page 14 Figure 2-10 on page 14 dimensions of the bottom mounting bracket and suggested mounting positions. Mount the bracket to the most rigid surface available on the vehicle.

  • Page 32: Attach Falcon 625 To Back Mounting Bracket

    Installing the Falcon 625 Attach Falcon 625 to Back Mounting Bracket Turn the Falcon 625 off, and place it face down on a stable surface. Position the back mounting bracket on the Falcon 625, matching the screw holes in the bracket to the screw holes on the back of the Falcon 625.
  • Page 33 Caution: Do not torque bolts until all bolts are in place and viewing angle is adjusted. Figure 2-17: Connecting the Falcon 625 to the Bottom Mounting Bracket Loosen the hex bolts on both sides to adjust the viewing angle of the mounted Falcon 625.

  • Page 34: Connect Antenna

    Connect all cables to the Falcon 625. Figure 2-18: The Falcon 625 in the Vehicle Bracket Connect Antenna A Falcon 625 equipped with a radio requires an external antenna. Place the antenna base over the antenna pin (refer to Figure 2-19 on ).

  • Page 35: Connect Serial Bar Code Scanner

    Caution: Use of unauthorized antennas will void the FCC emissions certification of the Falcon 625. Connect Serial Bar Code Scanner Connect a decoding scanner to the Falcon 625 for bar code input. For the scanner to function properly with the Falcon 625, use a cable supplied by PSC.
  • Page 36 Installing the Falcon 625 Turn the Falcon 625 off before attaching the scanner cable. Seat the connector firmly over the pins on COM port 1 (refer to ) and turn the thumbscrews in a clockwise direction. Figure 2-20 (Do not overtighten the screws.) Figure 2-20: Connecting the Serial Scanner Cable Turn the Falcon 625 on.

  • Page 37: Connect Serial Printer Or Pc

    Figure 2-21: The Falcon 625 with a Bar Code Scanner Attached Connect Serial Printer or PC To connect a printer or PC to the Falcon 625, use a cable supplied by PSC or a standard null modem cable with a nine-pin D-shell female connector.

  • Page 38: Connect Power Cable

    Installing the Falcon 625 Figure 2-22: Connecting a Serial Cable to COM2 Turn the Falcon 625 on. Refer to the documentation received with the printer or PC for complete instructions. Caution: If the printer or PC does not work, check the setting for COM2 in CMOS Setup (refer to “CMOS Setup”...
  • Page 39 Connect the detachable cordset to the external power supply (IEC 320 connector). Plug the cordset into an appropriate grounded electrical supply receptacle (AC mains). Connect the power plug to the Falcon 625 (refer to “Power Plug” on page 30 Vehicle 12-...
  • Page 40 Figure 2-24: Direct Vehicle Power Connector Cable (fuse not shown) To vehicle-mounted device To vehicle battery Turn the Falcon 625 off. While observing the fuse requirements specified above, connect the power cable as close as possible to the actual battery terminals of the vehicle.
  • Page 41 Green Caution: Correct electrical polarity is required for safe and proper installation. Connecting the cable to the Falcon 625 with the polarity reversed will cause the Falcon 625’s fuse to be blown. refer to for additional wire color-coding Table 2-1 specifics.
  • Page 42 Installing the Falcon 625 Power Plug Turn the Falcon 625 off before attaching the power plug. Insert the power plug into the power connector on the bottom of the Falcon 625 (refer to Figure 2-26 Figure 2-26: Connecting the Power Cable to the Falcon 625 Note: Both the plug and the jack are keyed and cannot be connected incorrectly.

  • Page 43: Fuse Replacement

    Fuse Replacement Fuse Replacement The Falcon 625 uses a 125V, 5A time delay (slow blow), high current interrupting rating fuse that is externally accessible and user replaceable. Should the fuse need replacement, replace it with the same size, rating, and type of fuse, a Bussman type GMC-5 (5x20mm).

  • Page 45: Using The Falcon 625

    Using the Falcon 625 This chapter explains how to turn on, turn off, reboot, and configure the Falcon 625; how to access all the functions of a 101-key keyboard; how to adjust the contrast and brightness levels of the display; and how to pan the display. It also tells how to turn the backlight on and off and how to adjust the speaker volume.

  • Page 46: Turning The Falcon 625 On And Off

    Caution: Always turn the computer off before connecting or disconnecting the power source. Connect the Falcon 625 to vehicle power or to an AC adapter (refer to “Connect Power Cable” on page 26 The power (on/off ) switch is located on the bottom of the Falcon 625 (refer to ).

  • Page 47: Rebooting The Falcon 625

    Configuring the Falcon 625 Default Settings When the Falcon 625 is turned on or rebooted, the following feature settings are restored from flash memory. Some of the settings can be configured using CMOS Setup.

  • Page 48: Cmos Setup

    Caution: Only experienced system administrators should set CMOS Setup options. Entering incorrect values in CMOS Setup can cause the Falcon 625 to cease operating or to operate erratically. Using CMOS The CMOS Setup program opens to the...

  • Page 49: Bcwedge Setup

    Configuring the Falcon 625 Figure 3-2: The CMOS Setup Main Menu Main Menu Time: [16:57:28] Date: [08/22/2001] Boot: [A:-C:] SETUP Msg: [Off] POST Msg: [off] Summary: [Off] Each menu contains a list of parameters. The currently highlighted parameter is selected.

  • Page 50: The Keyboard

    Default: BCWEDGE c=1 b=9600 s=8N1 The Keyboard Secondary Keys (2nd) LED The Falcon 625 keyboard is equipped with several keys, secondary identified by the superscripted text found on the keys. The secondary keys are accessed by pressing the key (refer to...

  • Page 51: Hidden Keys

    DOS Break command. Hidden Keys The Falcon 625 keyboard supports all the functions of a 101-key keyboard. However, because the keyboards have only 60 keys, not all functions are visible on the keyboard). Therefore the Falcon 625 keyboards support what are called keys.
  • Page 52 Using the Falcon 625 distinctly different codes when the keys are pressed. The default codes for the Falcon 625 keyboard correspond to the numeric keypad on standard keyboards. To duplicate the code sent when an alphanumeric key is pressed, the hidden keystroke must be used.

  • Page 53: Numeric Keys

    To adjust the display brightness, first press the key to place the Falcon 625 in Secondary mode. Then use the brightness keys to control the electroluminescent display in the following ways: Press and hold this key to increase the brightness of the display.

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Contrast

    Using the Falcon 625 Adjusting the Contrast The Falcon 625 has no contrast adjustments because it is equipped with an Electroluminescent Display. The contrast adjustment keys have no function. Panning the Display This section describes panning in a DOS window. Pan the Falcon 625 display up and down to view the entire virtual screen.
  • Page 55 The Display Figure 3-5: Panning, Center Display Window The second pan-down command moves the pointer to line 15 and displays 10 lines (lines 15 through 25; refer to Figure 3-6 Figure 3-6: Panning, Lower Display Window User’s Guide...

  • Page 56: Cleaning The Display

    Using the Falcon 625 At this point, pan-up commands move the pointer to line 15, then to line 8, and then to line 1. A pan-up command at line 1 does not wrap the display. Cleaning the Display When the display becomes soiled or smudged, clean it with a damp soft cloth.

  • Page 57: Suspend Mode

    LED is lit green when the Falcon 625 is in suspend mode. Status Suspend mode is the lowest power-consumption state possible that retains the system’s status. When the Falcon 625 is in suspend mode, the display, keyboard backlights and RS-232 ports are turned off. The beeper is active.

  • Page 58: Video Timeout Mode

    LED on the keyboard is lit steadily (i.e., not flashing) Status during video timeout state. Any keyboard input or COM port activity will bring the Falcon 625 out of video timeout mode, and the video timer will begin the countdown again. Pressing the key has no effect when the Falcon 625 is in video timeout mode.
  • Page 59 NDEX 2ND key 3-39 2nd state 1-6, 3-38 to 3-39 LED for cable ties 2-16 625 see Falcon 625 Caps Lock cleaning the display screen 3-44 CMOS setup 3-36 to 3-37 color codes, wiring 2-29 COM ports ABCD keyboard configuration, default...
  • Page 60 3-35 FCC information back 1-vii 2-12, 2-20 features bottom 1-2 to 1-3 2-12, 2-18, 2-20 flash memory fuse replacing 2-31 Num Lock 3-41 numeric keys 3-41 hidden keys 3-39 on/off switch 3-34 installation 2-11 to 2-30 48 Falcon 625...
  • Page 61 Index secondary keys 1-6, 3-38 secondary state 1-6, 3-38 to 3-39 panning the display serial connectors 3-42 to 3-44 PC, connecting see also connectors 2-25 to 2-26 ports, serial setup, BCWEDGE 3-37 to 3-38 see also connectors setup, CMOS 3-36 to 3-37 power speaker volume 1-7, 3-44...
  • Page 63 EN60950:2000 ETS 300 328:1995/1996, EN 300 826:1997 Radios: EN 301.489.1/17:2000, EN 60950:1992+A4 Equipment Type: Vehicle Mount Data Terminal Equipment Product: Falcon® Family Models 625 and 665 Brad West Vice President Peter Lomax Quality and Process Management Vice President PSC, Inc.
  • Page 64 Asia Pacific Italy PSC Hong Kong PSC S.p.A. Hong Kong Vimercate (MI), Italy Telephone: [852]-2-584-6210 Telephone: [39] (0) 39/62903.1 Fax: [852]-2-521-0291 Fax: [39] (0) 39/6859496 Australia Japan PSC Asia Pacific Pty Ltd. PSC Japan K.K. North Ryde, Australia Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo, Japan Telephone: [61] 0 (2) 9878 8999 Telephone: 81 (0)3 3491 6761 Fax: [61] 0 (2) 9878 8688...

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