Psion Teklogix 8570 manual

ISO 9001 Certified Quality Management System T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual October 17, 2002 P art No . 80467.E[...]

© Cop yright 2002 b y Psion T eklogix Inc., Mississauga, Ontario This document and the information it contains is the property of Psion T eklogix Inc., is issued in strict confidence, and is not to be reproduced or copied, in whole or in part, except for the sole purpose of promoting the sale of Psion T eklogix manufac- tured goods and services. [...]

Retur n-T o-F actor y W arranty Psion T eklogix warrants a return-to-factory warranty for a period of 90 days from shipment or 120 days from shipment where Psion T eklogix installs the equipment. The warranty on Psion T eklogix manufactured equipment does not extend to an y product that has been tampered with, altered, or repaired by any person oth[...]

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T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual i T ABLE OF C ONTENTS Approvals & Safety Summary ............................. v i i Chapter 1: Introduction 1.1 About This Manual ............................ 3 1.2 T ext Con ventions ............................. 4 1.3 Product Features .............................. 4 1.4 The 8570 Accessories[...]

Contents ii T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 3.4.1 TFT Monitor ......................... 2 6 3.4.2 Touch Screen ......................... 2 7 3.4.3 My-T-Soft Onscreen Keyboard ............... 2 7 3.4.4 Touch Right Onscreen Mouse ................ 2 8 3.5 Ports ................................... 2 9 3.5.1 Connecting Cables ........[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual iii Contents 4.1.5 Pedestal Mounts ........................ 5 0 4.2 Installation ................................. 5 0 4.2.1 Important Safeguards ..................... 5 0 4.2.2 Handling Your 8570 Vehicle-Mount Computer ....... 5 1 4.2.3 Bracket Options ........................ 5 1 4.2.4 Mounting T[...]

Contents iv T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual Chapter 7: Specifications 7.1 8570 Hardware Specifications ...................... 8 1 7.1.1 Physical ............................ 8 1 7.1.2 Environmental Characteristics ................ 8 1 7.1.3 Standard Display ....................... 8 3 7.1.4 Power Requirements ...................[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual v Contents B.4.5 HulaPoint Pointing De vice ................. B - 5 Appendix C: Touch Screen Calibration[...]

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T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Man ual vii A PPROVALS & S AFETY S UMMARY D ECLARATION O F C ONFORMITY Product: 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer Application of Council Directiv es: EMC Directiv e:89/336/EEC Low V oltage Directiv e:73/23/EEC Conformity Declared to Standards: EN 55022: 1998; Class B EN 50082-1:1997; EN 55024:1998 EN 61000[...]

Safety Summary viii T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Man ual This de vice complies with P art 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol- lo wing tw o conditions: 1. This de vice may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This de vice must accept an y interference recei v ed, including interfer - ence that may cause undesired o[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Man ual ix Safety Summary C ISCO E ND U SER L ICENSE A GREEMENT EXHIBIT C M INIMUM T ERMS A ND C ONDITIONS 1. Each end user license agreement shall contain terms that are legally suf ficient to: i. Authorize the end user to make one cop y of the Driv er Software for backup purposes only; ii. Prohibit fur[...]

Safety Summary x T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Man ual i v . The limitation of liabilities described in this section also apply to any third-party supplier of materials supplied to licensor . The limitations of liabilities of License and its third-party supplier are not cumulati ve. Such third-party supplier is an intended beneficiar[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 1 I NTRODUCTION 1 1 1.1 About This Manual ............................... 3 1.2 T ext Con ventions ................................ 4 1.3 Product Features ................................ 4 1.4 The 8570 Accessories ............................. 8[...]

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T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 3 Chapter 1: Introduction About This Manual 1.1 About This Manual This manual provides information on the operation and features of the T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer . Chapter 1: Introduction The manual is introduced by a brief product and features ov ervie w , along with illustrati v e di[...]

Chapter 1: Introduction T ext Conventions 4 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 1.2 T ext Con ventions Note: Notes highlight additional helpful information. Important: These statements provide particularly important instructions or additional information that is critical to the operation of the computer and other equipment. W arning:[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 5 Chapter 1: Introduction Product Features W ith the features listed belo w , the 8570 pro vides mobile work ers with user -friendly versatility and functionality . F or a detailed list of the 8570 standard and optional features, please refer to Chapter 2: Getting Started . • Intel Mobile Pentium[...]

Chapter 1: Introduction Product Features 6 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual F igure 1.1 8570 F ront (F reezer/Extreme T emperature V ersion shown) F igure 1.2 8570 Right Side: P ow er/Dimmer Buttons Super VGA T ouch Screen TFT Displa y Po wer Button Display Backlight Dimmer B[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 7 Chapter 1: Introduction Product Features F igure 1.3 Back Of 8570: P or ts Product Safety Label Multimedia PCMCIA Card Slots USB P or ts Mounting Holes Ke yboard Po w e r COM 1 Ethernet COM2 Connector /Mouse Cable Co ver Cable Gasket[...]

Chapter 1: Introduction The 8570 Accessories 8 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 1.4 The 8570 Accessories The 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer supports a wide range of peripheral accessories: ke yboard, CD R OM Kit, USB Floppy , scanners, and any standard serial or USB peripherals. The follo wing is a list of accessories and their part[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 9 Chapter 1: Introduction The 8570 Accessories Mounting Options • 8570 Dual Ball and Socket Mounting Kit PN 31624 • 8570 & Ke yboard Dual Ball and Sock et Mounting Kit PN 31624-001 • 8570 Mounting Bracket to Ball Mount or Pedestal Mount PN 31658 • 8570 Ke yboard Brack et PN 31596 • 3&[...]

Chapter 1: Introduction The 8570 Accessories 10 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual P ow er Options • DC/DC Pre-Regulator 10-55 v olts range, use for PN 19893-400 12 volt nom. trucks that require isolation • DC/DC Pre-Regulator* 55- 90 v olts PN 19893 • T ransient Suppressor PN 19893-500 • Activ e T ransient Filter Po wer Sup[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 11 G ETTING S TARTED 2 2 2.1 Unpacking The Box .............................. 1 3 2.1.1 Item Checklist .............................. 1 3 2.1.2 Standard Features ............................ 1 4 2.1.3 Optional Features ............................ 1 5 2.2 Parts And Controls Of The 8570 ............[...]

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T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 13 Chapter 2: Getting Started Unpacking The Box 2.1 Unpacking The Bo x Please take the time to read this chapter thoroughly to familiarize yourself with the operation and use of your Teklogix 8570 Vehicle-Mount Computer . 2.1.1 Item Checklist Check to make sure that all of the follo wing items* wer[...]

Chapter 2: Getting Started Standard Features 14 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 2.1.2 Standard F eatures FEA TURE DESCRIPTION 8570 Computer Casing Rugged, IP66 sealed computer with rear cable cov er . 30.5 x 24 x 6.1 cm (12 x 9.4 x 2.4 inches), weight: 3.7 kg (7.7 lb .). Processor Intel Mobile Pentium 266MMX. Operating System •[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 15 Chapter 2: Getting Started Optional Features 2.1.3 Optional F eatures T able 2.2 The 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer Optional F eatures OPTION DESCRIPTION Scanners PowerScan decoded tethered scanners. Operating System The following operating systems are also a v ailable: • WIN2000 (NT -5): Englis[...]

Chapter 2: Getting Started Parts And Controls Of The 8570 16 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 2.2 P ar ts And Controls Of The 8570 2.2.1 The F ront Of The Computer 2.2.1.1 Displa y/T ouch Screen The 12.1-inch high resolution colour display incorporates a backlit touch screen. The standard resolution for the 8570 is 800 x 600. The [...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 17 Chapter 2: Getting Started Side Buttons 2.2.2 Side Buttons 2.2.2.1 P ow er Button The po wer switch is located on the right side of the computer . Depressing this switch for approximately one second will turn the computer ON. If the switch is held do wn for more than se ven seconds, the computer[...]

Chapter 2: Getting Started Ports 18 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 2.2.3 P or ts F igure 2.1 8570 P or ts 2.2.3.1 PCMCIA Card Slots There are two PCMCIA card slots located in the top of the computer . These can be used to install additional serial ports, hard dri v es, LAN cards, or you can plug in a PC card radio for wireless c[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 19 Chapter 2: Getting Started Ports 2.2.3.2 P ow er Connector The three-pin po wer receptacle in the 8570 connects to the PN 31619 po wer cable. The po wer cable is passed through the cable gask et and is then connected to an y of the T eklogix power accessories (see “Using The Po wer Adaptor” [...]

Chapter 2: Getting Started Precautions 20 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 2.2.3.6 Multimedia P or t The multimedia port is SoundBlaster 16-compatible. If you purchased multimedia cable PN 31618 with the 8570, connect it to the SoundBlaster-compatible multimedia port (see Figure 2.1 on page 18). The multimedia cable has a Dsub9 co[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 21 Chapter 2: Getting Started Handling Y our 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer 2.3.2 Handling Y our 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer • Do not use sharp objects, such as regular pens, pencils, tools, etc., on the touch screen as they may damage its surf ace and impair display visibility , or cause it to be[...]

Chapter 2: Getting Started Connecting Accessories 22 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual Important: If peripherals are connected to the 8570, the IP66 co ver must be remov ed. The cables for the peripheral(s) are then placed through the blue cable gask et. F or detailed instructions, refer to “Connect- ing Cables” on page 29. 3. [...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 23 O PERATING I NFORMATION 3 3 3.1 Processor .................................... 2 5 3.2 Hard Disk Dri v e ................................ 2 5 3.3 Memory ..................................... 2 5 3.4 T ouch Screen Display ............................. 2 6 3.4.1 TFT Monitor .......................[...]

24 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 3.7.7 Multimedia Cable ............................ 3 8 3.7.8 Mounting Options ........................... 3 8 3.7.9 Antennas ................................ 3 9 3.8 Installing Software .............................. 3 9 3.9 The BIOS Firmw are .............................. 3 9 3.10 T ypical Re[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 25 Chapter 3: Operating Information Processor This chapter describes the 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer in detail and explains each hardware feature. 3.1 Processor The 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer provides processing power capable of operating today's commercial-of f-the-shelf software as well a[...]

Chapter 3: Operating Information T ouch Screen Display 26 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 3.4 T ouch Screen Displa y 3.4.1 TFT Monitor The 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer is equipped with a high-resolution colour SVGA display , which supports the ne west technology and enables full use of the display both in graphics and in text mod[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 27 Chapter 3: Operating Information T ouch Screen 3.4.2 T ouch Screen The 8570 digitizer (touch screen) has a backing made of hardened glass, which provides clarity and strength. The digitizer matrix uses resisti v e pressure-sensiti v e technology to deli ver X and Y coordinates to the application[...]

Chapter 3: Operating Information T ouch Right Onscreen Mouse 28 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual My-T -Soft can be used for secure applications, network logons, passw ord entry , and v arious other controlled-input situations. It is also a v ery useful tool for macros and W indo ws commands. My-T -Soft has twelv e screen sizes and[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 29 Chapter 3: Operating Information Ports 3.5 P or ts There are eight connectors on the back of the 8570, which can be used for the addition of a v ariety of peripheral accessories. These connectors are protected from harsh en vironments by an IP66 cable co v er and gasket. The connector locations [...]

Chapter 3: Operating Information Connecting Cables 30 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual Important: If the computer is used in a high-moisture en vironment, it is rec- ommended that natural lubricating grease (PN 98083) be applied prior to re-installing the cable cov er . Apply the lubricant around the cables where they pass through[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 31 Chapter 3: Operating Information Connecting Cables F igure 3.5 The 8570 P or ts PC Card Lid Metal Dome Cover (with Antenna Connector) IP66 Cover with Gask et Screw Cable Gasket Cab le Gasket Multimedia USB 1 Ke yboard Po w e r COM 1 Ethernet COM2 /Mouse USB2 Mounting Holes[...]

Chapter 3: Operating Information Power 32 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 3.5.2 P o wer The 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer can be connected to either an A C or DC po wer supply , depending on whether its use is for mounting on vehicles or at fix ed locations adjacent to cross-dock doors or manufacturing stations. Po wer is supplie[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 33 Chapter 3: Operating Information Ethernet Port 3.5.3 Ether net P or t W arning: The USB and ethernet ports are not to be used for typical end user applications and installations. These ports are designed to be used for maintenance and setup purposes only . They should only be used for temporary [...]

Chapter 3: Operating Information Multimedia Port 34 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 3.5.6 Multimedia P or t The multimedia (sound) port is a Dsub9 female with ke y pin connector . The multimedia port on the computer provides stereo connections for line input, microphone input, and line output, which is used for external amplifie[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 35 Chapter 3: Operating Information 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer: Freezer V ersion If either the Lucent/Agere 802.11b or the Cisco Air350 802.11b PC card radio* hav e not been installed, then both T ype II slots are av ailable. When no radio is installed, the PC card slots are cov ered with a flat[...]

Chapter 3: Operating Information Accessories 36 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual • All LCD computers used in freezers may require some brightness adjust- ment because displays may darken as the surrounding temperature drops. Adjust the brightness as required. Response time of the display may also slo w do wn. • When moving bet[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 37 Chapter 3: Operating Information External Keyboard 3.7.1 Exter nal Ke yboard The rugged 8570 K e yboard (PN 31612 or 31612-001) is an optional e xternal ke yboard, designed specifically for mobile computing applications. The touch screen will still operate when the ke yboard is attached to the [...]

Chapter 3: Operating Information USB Floppy Drive 38 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 3.7.6 USB Flopp y Drive The bootable floppy dri ve (PN 31627) connects through the USB port. This dri v e will also allo w administrators to boot from the dri ve to perform an y software maintenance if required. Important: T o use the USB flopp[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 39 Chapter 3: Operating Information Antennas 3.7.9 Antennas If a PC card radio is installed in one of the 8570 PCMCIA slots, the antenna may be internal or external. When equipped with an antenna, the 8570 has a dome co v er on the top left of the computer . The type of dome cov er depends on the a[...]

Chapter 3: Operating Information T ypical Resource Allocation For Windows 98 40 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 6. Then go to the Advanced Menu of the BIOS and set the follo wing v alues: Reset Configuration Data = Y es In the I/O Device Configur ation Sub-menu : Serial port A = Auto Serial port B = Auto IRD A = Disabled Parall[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 41 Chapter 3: Operating Information T ypical Resource Allocation For Windows 98 IRQ Device Available Comment 0 TIMER 0 No 1 KEYBO ARD No 2 SLA VE 8259 No 3 COM2 No Note* 4 COM1 No Note* 5- Y e s 6 FDC Y es Note* 7 LPT1 No Note* 8R T C N o 9- Y e s 10 - Y es 11 - Y es 12 PS/2 MOUSE No Note* 13 FPU N[...]

Chapter 3: Operating Information Backing Up Y our 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer 42 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 3.11 Backing Up Y our 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer It is recommended that you back up the data supplied with your computer as soon as possible to pre vent the loss of important data and system software. As an end-user[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 43 Chapter 3: Operating Information Backing Up Y our 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer Methods of backing up data include: • Copying your data to a network serv er or another networked computer . • Copying your data to a CD-R OM drive to create a permanent, incorruptible archi v e. • Copying your [...]

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T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 45 I NSTALLATION 4 4 4.1 Mounting Accessories ............................. 4 7 4.1.1 8570 Mounting Brackets ......................... 4 7 4.1.2 Security Mounting Options ....................... 4 8 4.1.3 Standard Mounting Options ....................... 4 8 4.1.4 8570 W ith Ke yboard Mounting Brac[...]

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T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 47 Chapter 4: Installation Mounting Accessories 4.1 Mounting Accessories The 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer is equipped with four mounting holes on the bottom surface of the computer to permit attachment of either the 8570 Mounting Bracket or Quick-Release Bracket for fix ed mounting to a v ariety o[...]

Chapter 4: Installation Security Mounting Options 48 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 4.1.2 Security Mounting Options Security mount kits are designed to pre vent the 8570 computer from being remo ved from the mount without a special tool. • 8570 Univ ersal Dual Ball and Sock et Mount Security Kit PN 1000398-570 This kit include[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 49 Chapter 4: Installation 8570 With Keyboard Mounting Brackets • 3" Clamp Base for Univ ersal Dual Ball and Sock et Mount PN 31625 The clamp base is av ailable in a 3" or 4" clamp size. This clamp base with ball attaches to one end of the Uni v ersal Dual Ball and Socket Mount (31[...]

Chapter 4: Installation Pedestal Mounts 50 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual • Ke yboard Quick-Release Brack et PN 30876-401 The optional ke yboard is attached to this quick-release bracket (3 pieces in total). The unit is then mounted directly to the surface of a cantile ver mount (17293), a full-width mount (17280), or directly[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 51 Chapter 4: Installation Handling Y our 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer 4.2.2 Handling Y our 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer • Do not use sharp objects, such as regular pens, pencils, tools, etc., on the touch screen as they may damage its surf ace and impair display visibility , or cause it to be in[...]

Chapter 4: Installation Mounting The 8570 52 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 4.2.4 Mounting The 8570 A typical installation includes: 1. Mounting the computer (refer to “Mounting The 8570” on page 52). 2. Connecting the external antenna, if applicable (refer to “External Antennas” on page 59). 3. Installing the po wer acc[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 53 Chapter 4: Installation Mounting The 8570 F igure 4.2 Mounting Bracket (PN 31658) F igure 4.3 8570/Ke yboard Mounting Kit (PN 31624-001) Mounting holes Stylus Clips PN 31623 PN 31658 (8570 Mounting Bracket) PN 31596 (Ke yboard Bracket) (Universal Dual Ball/Socket Mount)[...]

Chapter 4: Installation Mounting The 8570 54 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 4.2.4.2 Installing The Quick-Release Brack et Assembling The Bracket T o construct the 8570 Quick-Release Bracket (PN 30876-400), carefully attach the 8570 to the mounting bracket pro vided in the kit, and then to the mounting cradle, as sho wn in Figure[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 55 Chapter 4: Installation Mounting The 8570 Installing The Cradle Mounting Plate Next, the cradle mounting plate is usually attached directly to the v ehicle, b ut the Cantile v ered Mount Kit (PN 17293) or a Full-width Mount (PN 17280) can also be used. The cradle mounting plate sho wn in Figure [...]

Chapter 4: Installation Mounting The 8570 56 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual Attaching The Cradle T o The Cradle Mounting Plate Next, the 8570 with cradle must be attached to the cradle mounting plate. • Align the tabs on the rear of the cradle to the tab guides on the mounting plate and push the cradle back and do wn. • Slid[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 57 Chapter 4: Installation Installing Security Mount Options 4.2.5 Installing Security Mount Options 4.2.5.1 Attaching Dual Ball Sock et Security Mounts – PN 1000398 F igure 4.7 Dual Ball Socket Security Mount Kit • Place the rubber strips inside the security brackets. • Use the security scre[...]

Chapter 4: Installation Installing Security Mount Options 58 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual • Mount the 8570 to the mounting plate (PN 31658) using four security scre ws (PN 9000049). Note: If you ar e using an e xternal ke yboar d, sandwich the k eyboar d brac ket (PN 31596) between the mounting plate (PN 31658) and the dual [...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 59 Chapter 4: Installation Installing Cables 4.2.6 Installing Cables For detailed instructions on connecting cables to the 8570, please refer to “Connecting Cables” on page 29. When installing the cables between the computer and other de vices, consider the follo wing: • Ensure the vehicle bo[...]

Chapter 4: Installation Power Options 60 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual The external antennas consist of a 2.4 GHz Magmount antenna (PN 97583) and a 2.4 GHz 2 DBI Omni Articulating antenna (PN 96302). The antennas connect to the proprietary SMA-type connector on the metal dome cov er of the computer . T urn the antennas in a cou[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 61 Chapter 4: Installation Power Options 4.2.8.1 Non-V ehicle Installation Using A C po wer , the 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer can be mounted at fixed locations adjacent to cross-dock doors, manufacturing stations, or in of fices. The uni v ersal 120/240 V A C po wer supply (PN 19894) should be u[...]

Chapter 4: Installation Power Options 62 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual Note: T ransient Suppressor K eep in mind that this transient suppr essor is not r equired on 24-48V trucks if the Active F ilter P ower supply (PN 19893-600) is installed. On 12 V trucks, the T ransient Suppr essor (PN 19893-500) can be installed between th[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 63 Chapter 4: Installation Power Options 4.2.8.3 Installing The Active T ransient Filter P o wer Supply The Activ e T ransient Filter Po wer Supply (PN 19893-600) is designed to filter out large v olumes of transients and surges. It can be used to po wer both standard temp. and freezer 8570 vehicl[...]

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T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 65 M AINTENANCE 5 5 5.1 Introduction ................................... 6 7 5.2 Maintenance .................................. 6 7 5.2.1 Important Safeguards .......................... 6 7 5.2.2 Handling Y our 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer ............. 6 7 5.3 Inspection ..........................[...]

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T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 67 Chapter 5: Maintenance Introduction 5.1 Introduction This chapter describes ho w to maintain, inspect and clean your 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computers. These instructions are intended to identify the cleaners, tools, and actions required by 8570 users to clean the LCD (liquid-crystal display) screen[...]

Chapter 5: Maintenance Inspection 68 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 5.3 Inspection At least weekly , or more frequently if the user en vironment warrants, visually inspect the computer for missing or damaged items: • PCMCIA cov er . • Loose or missing scre ws. • Damaged cables. • Loose connections. • Compromised cable [...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 69 Chapter 5: Maintenance Housings 5.4.2 Housings Using a soft, lint-free cloth, try to regularly k eep the 8570 clean and free from dust and dirt. If av ailable, you can also use compressed air , but some caution is to be observed. Important: DO NO T use full strength liquid household detergents, [...]

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T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 71 T ROUBLESHOOTING 6 6 6.1 Introduction ................................... 7 3 6.2 Pre v enti v e Measures .............................. 7 3 6.3 Problems .................................... 7 4 6.3.1 Display .................................. 7 4 6.3.2 Hard Dri v e .............................[...]

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T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 73 Chapter 6: T roubleshooting Introduction 6.1 Introduction This chapter provides information on the recognition and correction of problems that you may encounter when operating the 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer . If problems are encountered that are not identified here or that can’t be resolv e[...]

Chapter 6: T roubleshooting Problems 74 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 6.3 Problems 6.3.1 Displa y No Backlight • Boot the unit and increase the brightness control. • Make sure that Suspend is of f. No Video • V erify that the backlight is on, adjust up. • Check that there’ s power to the unit. • V erify with a ke yb[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 75 Chapter 6: T roubleshooting Optional Keyboard Time Or Date Incorrect • Correct the time and/or date in the W indows program. If the problem per - sists, the lithium battery may need to be replaced by Psion T eklogix. Beep Codes If beep codes are being recei v ed, the computer should be service[...]

Chapter 6: T roubleshooting I/O Ports 76 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual DC P ow er Source • Inspect the fuse in the DC po wer cable. If the fuse is blo wn, replace it with an equi v alent v alue. If fuses are blo wn repeatedly , the computer or pre-regulator should be serviced. 6.3.6 I/O P or ts • V erify that the BIOS setup[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 77 Chapter 6: T roubleshooting Software Loading/Installation Procedure 6.5 Software Loading/Installation Procedure Important: It is critical that you carry out the instructions listed in the appro- priate section belo w step by step, beginning at step 1. 6.5.1 Computers Using Microsoft Windows 98 1[...]

Chapter 6: T roubleshooting Computers Using Microsoft Windows 2000 78 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 6.5.2 Computers Using Microsoft Windows 2000 1. Load/Install Network dri vers Go to My computer> Properties> Hardware> de vice manager Go to Other de vice> Ethernet controller> properties> dri vers Update dri v [...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 79 S PECIFICATIONS 7 7 7.1 8570 Hardware Specifications ......................... 8 1 7.1.1 Physical ................................. 8 1 7.1.2 En vironmental Characteristics ...................... 8 1 7.1.3 Standard Display ............................. 8 3 7.1.4 Po wer Requirements ............[...]

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T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 81 Chapter 7: Specifications 8570 Hardware Specifications 7.1 8570 Hardware Speci fi cations 7.1.1 Ph ysical Enclosure 2-piece precision-milled, po wder -coated aluminum for major mechanical housing and components, with high-impact strength at high and lo w temperature e xtremes, and resistance [...]

Chapter 7: Specifications Environmental Characteristics 82 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 8570 Standard T emperature T emperature Operating High +60°C (+140°F) Lo w -20°C (- 4°F) Stora ge High +75°C (+167°F) Lo w - 30°C (-22°F) Relati v e Humidity Operating 5% to 96% non-condensing. 8570 Freezer/Extr eme T emperatur e T[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 83 Chapter 7: Specifications Standard Display 7.1.3 Standard Displa y High Bright TFT -screen, 30.7 cm (12.1") SVGA. 800x600 pixels/256k colours. 120˚ vie wing angle. 500 NIT brightness, 0-100% dimmable. High-transparency resisti ve digitizer with hardened glass. 7.1.4 P o wer Requirements D[...]

Chapter 7: Specifications Network Interface 84 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual Cisco Air350 802.11b DS SS (TRX7441)* T ransmit Po wer 1, 5, 20, 30, 50, 100mW Maximum po wer setting will v ary accord- ing to indi vidual country re gulations. Frequency Range 2.4 GHz - 2.5 GHz Channels 11 (FCC) 13 (ET) 14 (JP) 2 (SP) 4 (FR) Data Ra[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 85 Chapter 7: Specifications 8570 External Keyboard Option 7.3 8570 Exter nal Ke yboard Option 7.3.1 Industrial Ratings NEMA 4 UL-1950 CE FCC Class 15, Part B 7.3.2 Ph ysical Enclosure ABS-Polycarbonate plastic case Dimensions 28.9 x 16.0 x 4.7 cm (11.4 x 6.3 x 1.86 inches) K e y Switch: Material [...]

Chapter 7: Specifications Power 86 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 7.3.4 P o wer K e yboard 5V@10ma (from CPU port) HulaPoint 5V@10ma (from mouse conn. port) Backlight 5V@200ma (from CPU port) 7.3.5 Cable Length 1.2 m (4 ft.) coiled Design “Y” Cable (providing separate k e yboard and mouse connections) 7.3.6 Compatibility K [...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 87 Chapter 7: Specifications Regulatory Information: Lucent/Agere W aveLAN PC Card 7.4 Re gulator y Information: Lucent/Agere W a veLAN PC Card The IEEE 802.11 W av eLAN PC Card must be installed and used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’ s instructions. This de vice complies with the [...]

Chapter 7: Specifications Regulatory Information: Lucent/Agere W aveLAN PC Card 88 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual USA - F ederal Communications Commission (FCC) This de vice complies with P art 15 of FCC Rules. Operation of the de vices in a W a v eLAN System is subject to the follo wing tw o conditions: • This de vice may no[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 89 Chapter 7: Specifications Regulatory Information: Cisco Air350 PC Card If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or tele vision reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment of f and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of [...]

Chapter 7: Specifications Regulatory Information: Cisco Air350 PC Card 90 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual USA – F ederal Communications Commission (FCC) This equipment generates and may radiate radio-frequency ener gy . If it is not installed in accordance with Cisco installation instruction, it may cause interference with rad[...]

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T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual B-1 A PPENDIX B B T HE 8570 K EYBOARD B.1 Ke yboard F eatures The 8570 K e yboard (PN 31612) is an e xternal DB9 QWER TY keyboard, designed specifically for mobile computing applications. It is rugged and sealed to resist water , dust, shock and vibration. Designed for in-vehicle or harsh en viron[...]

Appendix B: The 8570 Keyboard Keyboard Connection And Maintenance B-2 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual B.2 Ke yboard Connection And Maintenance T o connect your T eklogix 8570 keyboard safely , please follo w these instructions: 1. T urn of f the po wer to your computer . 2. Unplug your existing k e yboard (if installed). 3. Plug [...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual B-3 Appendix B: The 8570 Keyboard Installing The Keyboard F igure B.2 Ke yboard Layout (US English) 12 Function Standard Standard Inverted Windows 98 Control Pad Ke ys compatible with Windows 98 Keyboard Backlight Ke y “ T ” Cursor Pad Embedded Numeric Ke ypad Windows 98 HulaP oint “ Mouse ?[...]

Appendix B: The 8570 Keyboard Function Keys B-4 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual B.4 Function Ke ys B.4.1 Accessing The Embedded Numeric Ke ypad Functions F igure B.3 Numeric Ke ypad The embedded numeric ke ypad consists of 16 keys. The numeric keypad and related functions are accessed by depressing the <NUMLK> toggle ke y ,[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual B-5 Appendix B: The 8570 Keyboard Macro Key B.4.4 Macro Ke y The Macro ke y is programmed to send a <Shift>+<F1> signal when pressed, and the ke y will light up for 30 seconds. If your application is configured to recognize this signal, it will respond as if this ke y sequence w as ent[...]

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T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual C-1 A PPENDIX C C T OUCH S CREEN C ALIBRATION Normally calibration is necessary only once since calibration data is stored in the W indo ws re gistry files. T o calibrate the touch screen in W indows: 1. Start by opening the Control Panel (Figure C.1). F igure C .1 Control Panel 2. Double-click on[...]

Appendix C: T ouch Screen Calibration C-2 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 4. T o change the number of calibration points from the default of 5 , click on the right or left arro ws ne xt to the ‘Calibr ation points’ option in the screen belo w (Figure C.3). 5. T o adjust calibration timeout – the number of seconds that can e[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual C-3 Appendix C: T ouch Screen Calibration Optional T ouch Screen Setting Adjustments • The options under the ‘Settings’ tab allo w you to customize ho w your stylus behav es on the touch screen. The time is measured in increments of 55ms for ‘Click T ime’, ‘T ap T ime’ and ‘Lift Of [...]

Appendix C: T ouch Screen Calibration C-4 T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual • T o make certain that your touch screen is reading the mo vement of the stylus accurately , click on the ‘T est’ button at the bottom of the screen (Figure C.7). F igure C .7 T ouch Screen T est • Run your stylus up and do wn the ‘T est’ scree[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual I I NDEX A accessories 8, 36 peripheral 8 A C po wer source 75 supply 61 Acti v e T ransient Filter Power Supply 63 anschluß an antennennanlagen x antennas 9, 15, 39 external 59 safety x Appendix 1 audio type 14 B backing up the computer 42 backlight dimmer 26 troubleshooting 74 backlighting 86 be[...]

Index II T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual D DC po wer source 76 de vices, resource allocation (IRQs) 41 digitizer 14 dimmer buttons 17, 26 location 6 D Install Partition 76 diskette dri ve see hard disk drive display 14, 16, 68, 74 backlight 74 cleaning 68 maintenance 68 poor quality 74 specifications 83 touch screen 26 troublesh[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual III Index install dri ver 77 partition D 76 software 77 installation Acti v e T ransient Filter Power Supply 63 connecting cables to 8570 29 cradle mounting plate 55 external antennas 59 external k e yboard 56, B-2 ke yboard quick-release brack et 56 non-vehicle 61 pre-regulator po wer cable (vehic[...]

Index IV T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual non-vehicle installation 61 numeric ke ypad functions B-4 accessing B-4 Nyogel connector lubricant 8, 30 O of fices list iii, A-3 on-screen ke yboard 14, 27 My-T -Soft 27 on-screen mouse T ouch Right 28 operating information 23 system 84 systems supported 14, 15 operating system, restorin[...]

T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual V Index antenna x enclosure x en vironment x instructions x summary vii Scan Disk 74 scanner list 37 type 15 SDRAM 83 security mount kits installing dual ball socket security (PN 1000398) 57 QR Security (PN 1000304-570) 58 options 9, 48 serial port 33 service information iii, A-1 side buttons 17 so[...]

Index VI T eklogix 8570 V ehicle-Mount Computer User Manual W warranty iii website address A-4 W indo ws® 98 14, 75 function ke ys B-4 resource allocation 40–41 worldwide of fices iii, A-3 500 MHz viii, 17, 22, 32, 88 802.11b DS, specifications for 84 8570 back mounting holes 52 ports 7 8570 front (touch screen figure) 6 8570 po wer/dimmer b [...]