Input/Output Components
The Thor VM1 supports the following I/O components of the core logic:
Two 9-pin RS-232 serial ports configured as COM1 and COM2.
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One slot for SD memory card.
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CompactFlash (CF) drive.
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Integrated keyboard.
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Ports available via dongle cable:
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USB Host port
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USB Client port (Not available with Windows Embedded Standard OS)
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CANbus
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Audio
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System Memory
Main system memory is 2GB SDRAM.
Video Subsystem
The Thor VM1 video subsystem consists of a color TFT display. The video subsystem complies with the VESA VL bus
standard. The resolution of this display is 800 x 480 pixels. This resolution complies with the WVGA graphics industry
standard.
The display supports screen blanking to eliminate driver distraction when the vehicle is in motion.
Audio Interface
Speakers are located on the bottom front of the Thor VM1. An headset adapter cable provides a connection for headset
operation. When a headset is plugged into the adapter cable, the main speakers are disabled.
A microphone is located at the upper right of the Thor VM1 display, near the Thor VM1 emblem. When a headset is plugged into
the adapter cable, the internal microphone is disabled.
Card Slots
CompactFlash (CF) Slot
The CF ATA slot is not hot swappable. The Thor VM1 must be powered down to insert or remove an ATA card. Since the
operating system is stored on the CF ATA card, the Thor VM1 cannot operate without the ATA card.
Secure Digital (SD) Slot
The SD slot accepts an SD memory card. The SD card is hot swappable.
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