Honeywell Vx9 Manual

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Keyboard Backlight
The keyboard keys are backlit with LEDs.  The backlight is manually controlled using the 2nd + CTRL + F10 keypress 
sequence.
Control Keys
The VMT keyboard has several control keys. Because of the construction of the Thor VX9 and the Microsoft Windows 
operating system, many of the Control Keys are not used on the Thor VX9.
The 2
nd functions of the F4 and F5 keys are not used as the display brightness is adjusted via the buttons on the Thor 
VX9.
The 2
nd functions of the F6...

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Keyboard LEDs
The Thor VX9 keyboard has two (2) LED indicators.
CAPS LED
This LED indicates the state of the keyboard CapsLock mode. If CapsLock is enabled this LED is illuminated 
green. When CapsLock is off, the LED is dark.
Press 2
nd then F1 to toggle CapsLock On and Off.
The default value of CapsLock is “Off ”.
Secondary Keys LED
The VMT keyboard is equipped with several secondary keys. These keys are identified by the superscripted text 
found on the keyboard keys. The secondary keys are...

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IBM 3270 Keypad Overlay
The 60-key keypad is available with an IBM 3270 overlay designed to allow the user to enter terminal emulator com-
mands when running RFTerm.
IBM 5250 Keypad Overlay
The 60-key keypad is available with an IBM 5250 overlay designed to allow the user to enter terminal emulator com-
mands when running RFTerm. 

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General Windows Keyboard Shortcuts
Use the keyboard shortcuts in the chart below to navigate with any Thor VX9 keyboard. These are standard keyboard 
shortcuts for Windows applications.
The touch screen provides equivalent functionality to a mouse:
 A touch on the touch screen is equivalent to a left mouse click.
 Many items can be moved by the “drag and drop” method, touching the desired item, moving the stylus across the screen 
and releasing the stylus in the desired location.
 A double stylus...

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PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse
A standard PS/2 keyboard and mouse can be attached to the Thor VX9 using the two PS/2 connectors, one labeled “Key-
board” and one labeled “Mouse”. Please refer to documentation provided with the PS/2 keyboard and mouse for more infor-
mation on their operation.
Virtual Keyboard
The optional software keyboard provides a virtual keyboard on the touch screen. The soft keyboard is available in several 
configurations.
Note: When the virtual keyboard is displayed, the physical...

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Display
The Thor VX9 Display is capable of supporting SVGA graphics modes. The display covering is designed to resist stains. The 
touch screen allows signature capture and touch input. A display optimized for outdoor viewing is available.
Cleaning the Display
Keep fingers and rough or sharp objects away from the display. If the glass becomes soiled or smudged, clean only with a 
standard household cleaner such as Windex® without vinegar or use Isopropyl Alcohol. Do not use paper towels or harsh-...

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3. Insert the PCMCIA card into the slot.
4. Reattach the service panel and tighten the screws.
5. Re-connect the power cord/cable and turn the Thor VX9 on.
PCMCIA Slots
The Thor VX9 has two optional PCMCIA slots. The PCMCIA slots are stacked on top of each other and can be accessed by 
removing the service lid.
PCMCIA Card Management is handled by Microsoft Windows. The PCMCIA cards are Plug and Play devices and can be “hot 
swapped”. For more details, refer to Help and Support on the Windows...

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9 -OE 32 D2 55 A24
10 A11 33 WP/A_-IOIS16 56 A25
11 A9 34 GND 57 n.c. or VS2#
12 A8 35 12V_RF_POWER 58 RESET
13 A13 36 -CDI 59 -WAIT
14 A14 37 D11 60 -INPACK
15 -WE 38 D12 61 -REG
16 RDY/-IREQ 39 D13 62 BVD2/-SPKR
17 SLOT_VCC 40 D14 63 BDV1/-STSCHG
18 SLOT-VPP 41 D15 64 D8
19A16 42-CE2 65D9
20 A15 43 n.c. or VS1# 66 D10
21 A12 44 -IORD 67 -CD2
22 A7 45 -IOWR 68 GND
23 A6 46 A17   Pin Signal Pin Signal Pin Signal 

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Power Supply
Vehicle power input for the Thor VX9 is dependent on the power supply selected. Availability of power supplies may vary by 
region:.  See Connect Vehicle Power (page 4-14) for available DC/DC power supplies and instructions, cautions ans warnings 
for installation.
Important – A DC to DC power supply is required to provide a conditioned power source to the Thor VX9. The Thor VX9 cannot 
be connected to vehicle power without the DC to DC power supply.
If DC power is not available – for...

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Hardware Problems
This section lists possible solutions to some common problems with hardware.
Power Source
The Thor VX9 receives power from either an AC-DC adapter or a vehicle battery. Power source problems are usually inter-
related. For example, a malfunctioning AC-DC adapter or vehicle battery will not power the computer.
The following table provides solutions to common power source problems:
Contact Technical Assistance (page 9-1)if you cannot find the source of the problem.
Keyboard
The...