Honeywell Vx9 Manual

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Display / Touch Screen
Hard Disk Drive
If you have problems with the hard disk drive, run the Microsoft Windows disk checking utility. This utility analyzes the direc-
tories, files and File Allocation Tables (FAT).
Right-click the Computer or Local Disk icon, then click Properties > Tools > Error checking then click the Check now 
button. Contact your Technical Assistance (page 9-1) if the scandisk utility does not report any errors and the hard disk still 
has problems.
For information on...

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Optional Devices
This section provides information on solving problems related to optional devices.
Note: Make sure the Thor VX9 is powered on before you turn on any powered optional devices.
To help determine which device is causing the problem:
 Check that all connecting cables are correctly and firmly attached. Loose cables can cause erroneous or intermittent 
signals. You may need to inspect connecting cables for loose wires, and check connectors for loose pins.
 Isolate the problem. Look in...

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Vehicle Mounting and Accessory Installation
Introduction
Vehicle mounting brackets are specifically designed for vehicle mount applications. The vehicle mounted assembly restrains the 
Thor VX9 and isolates it from shock and vibration. 
Overhead, dash and roof support pillar mounting is via a RAM Mount accessory which includes all the hardware required for 
vehicle mounting.
Never put the Thor VX9 into the vehicle mounted assembly until the assembly is securely fastened to the vehicle.
Preparing...

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RAM Mount Options
Several types of mounts are provided for the Thor VX9. For a complete listing of mounting kits and the contents of each kit, 
please refer to the VX8 and VX9 accessory list. Contact Technical Assistance (page 9-1) for more information.
Thor VX9 with single RAM ball option
If the Thor VX9 is ordered with a single RAM ball, available mounting options include:
 Truck bracket with a single RAM ball (no keyboard mount provision)
 Truck bracket with a RAM ball for Thor VX9 mount plus a...

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Step 1 – Mount Vehicle RAM Ball(s)
Determine the position for mounting the RAM ball(s). Be sure to position the RAM ball(s) to allow access to the switches 
and ports on the bottom of the Thor VX9.
Depending on the options ordered with the Thor VX9, the RAM ball may be:
 A single or dual RAM ball mounted directly to the truck
 A single or dual RAM ball mounted to a plate. The plate then mounts to the truck.
 A single RAM ball integrated with a mounting plate
 A single or dual RAM squeeze clamp...

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RAM Clamp Mount
1. Determine the position for mounting the RAM clamp mount. The clamp mount can be used on a beam (such as on 
a fork lift truck) up to 2.5” (63.5 mm) wide and approximately 2” (50.8 mm) thick.  The clamp may be attached to a 
thicker beam by substituting longer bolts (not included).  Be sure to position the RAM clamp mount to allow access 
to the switches and ports on the bottom of the Thor VX9.
2. Position the upper clamp piece with ball (A) on the beam. Place the bolts (B)...

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RAM Plate Mount
1. Determine the position for mounting the RAM ball plate. Be sure to position the RAM plate to allow access to the 
switches and ports on the bottom of the Thor VX9.
2. Attach the RAM ball plate to the vehicle mounting surface using four or six (depending on plate type) 1/4 bolts (or 
equivalent) fasteners.
3. If not already attached, attach the RAM ball(s) to the RAM ball plate.
Note: 1/4 bolts not included.
IMPORTANT: Mount to the most rigid surface available.
Mounting...

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Step 2 – Prepare Thor VX9
The Thor VX9 is delivered with one or two RAM balls installed depending on the configuration ordered.
If an integrated keyboard bracket is to be mounted to the rear of the Thor VX9, follow the procedure below. Otherwise, skip 
to the next step.
1. The Thor VX9 must be off and the power cord should not be attached during this procedure.
2. Place the Thor VX9 face down on a stable surface.
3. Remove the RAM ball from the back of the Thor VX9. The hardware attaching the RAM...

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Step 3 – Attach Keyboard to Bracket
Honeywell Keyboards
If using the optional integrated keyboard mount, attach the keyboard to keyboard mounting plate, using the appropriate 
screws:
 For the 95 key keyboard, use four 8-32x5/8 screws and #8 washers
 For the 60 key keyboard, use four 10-32x5/8 screws and #8 washers
Note: 95-key Honeywell keyboard shown.
Note: Excess keyboard cable length can be looped around the hooks on the bottom of the keyboard mounting plate.
Other Keyboards
A generic keyboard...

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Completed Assembly
Samples of completed Thor VX9 bracket assemblies are shown below
VX89A021KIT21 including RAM ball base and 
Honeywell keyboard bracketVX89A025KIT25 including RAM ball base and generic keyboard 
bracket