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With Relay/Mechanical Switch for Screen Blanking
This option requires a relay/switch that supplies a mechanical electrically conductive connection on vehicle 
motion.
Circular
Power
Connector
-Vo +Vo
DC/DC
Power
SupplySupplied Power Cable
(Shielding tobe trimmed)5
6
1
3 Green
Yellow
Brown
White
Existing Circuitry onVehicle
Forklift Battery
-Vo
+Vo
10A slowfuse
Close to power
source
-Vi
+Vi
Main Switch
ThorVX8
Vehicle
Mounted
Computer
Switch
Circular
Power
Connector
-Vo +Vo
DC/DC
Power
SupplySupplied Power Cable
(Shielding tobe trimmed)5
6
1
3 Green
Yellow
Brown
White
Existing Circuitry onVehicle
Forklift Battery
-Vo
+Vo
10A slowfuse
Close to power
source
-Vi
+Vi
Main Switch
ThorVX9
Vehicle
Mounted
Computer
Switch 
						

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External AC Power Supply
When DC power is not available, for example in an office environment, an optional AC power supply is available.
Connect External Power Supply
1. Turn the Thor VX9 off.
2. Connect the appropriate detachable cordset to the external power supply.
3. Plug cordset into appropriate, grounded, electrical supply receptacle (AC mains).
4. Connect the watertight connector end to the Thor VX9’s Power Connector by aligning the connector pins to the 
power connector; push down on the watertight connector and twist it to fasten securely.
5. Turn the Thor VX9 on. 
						

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5
Software
Introduction
Like any personal computer, there are many aspects to the setup and configuration of the Thor VX9. Much of the setup and con-
figuration of the Thor VX9 is dependent upon the optional features (both hardware and software) installed on the computer. 
Since the Thor VX9 uses the Microsoft Windows Plug and Play operating system, much of the hardware setup is automatic. The 
examples found in this section are to be used as samples only; the configuration of your specific computer may vary. The follow-
ing sections provide a general reference for the configuration of the Thor VX9 and its optional features.
Please refer to commercially available Microsoft Windows user guides or to Windows on-line Help application for more informa-
tion on Windows’ options for system configuration.
Operating System
The Thor VX9 is available with the following operating systems:
 Windows
® 7 Professional
 Windows® XP Professional
 Windows® Embedded Standard
 Windows® XP Embedded
The Thor VX9 can support only one operating system at a time. Information in this guide includes instruction for all operating 
systems. Differences between operating systems are highlighted where applicable.
BIOS Setup
When ordered, Microsoft Windows is installed on the Thor VX9 before shipping. The default BIOS parameters are configured at 
that time. In most cases, it is unnecessary to modify the BIOS parameters.
Generally, it is only necessary to enter the BIOS setup to change the boot order of the drives.
This section is not intended to detail all features of the BIOS, instead it is intended to cover the most commonly used setup 
options.
Note: Some BIOS parameters described in this section may not be available on all Thor VX9’s.
Note: Make sure there is an uninterrupted power supply connected to the Thor VX9 before accessing BIOS Setup.
Note: Settings are saved temporarily as each parameter activity screen is closed. Changes are saved to CMOS RAM when Exit 
With Save is selected and the BIOS setup program closes.
Note: Changed parameter values take effect when the Thor VX9 reboots upon exiting BIOS Setup. If the Thor VX9 does not 
automatically reboot upon exit, please reboot the Thor VX9.
Note: Many items, like Power Savings and Keyboard repeat rate/delay may be configured via the Microsoft Windows Control 
panel. Caution: Be very careful when using this utility to modify BIOS Setup parameters. The Thor VX9 may generate unexpected 
results when incorrect or conflicting parameter values are entered. Selecting incorrect or invalid options may require 
the Thor VX9 to be returned for repairs.
The parameters should only be modified by Information Services personnel or the system administrator.
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Accessing the BIOS Setup
For assistance in determining the type of BIOS installed on your Thor VX9, contact Technical Assistance (page 9-1).
Note: The “Press F2 to Enter Setup” or the “Press Del to run Setup” message may be disabled in the BIOS. The F2 key or 
the Del key still has the same function when the display of the message is disabled.
AMI BIOS
When you turn an Thor VX9 with AMI BIOS on, the unit starts to boot. Watch the bootup sequence and when the fol-
lowing is displayed:
Press DEL to run Setup
Press the Del key.
Follow the on screen prompts for cursor movement, allowable values, online help, etc.
Phoenix BIOS
When you turn an Thor VX9 with Phoenix BIOS on, the unit starts to boot. Watch the bootup sequence and when the 
following is displayed:
Press F2 to Enter Setup
Press the F2 key.
Follow the on screen prompts for cursor movement, allowable values, etc.
Identifying Drives in the Thor VX9
AMI BIOS
The IDE Configuration menu identifies the drives detected in the Thor VX9. The default is for all drives to be automat-
ically detected.
Phoenix BIOS
The Main menu identifies the drives detected in the Thor VX9. The default is for all drives to be automatically detected.
Integrated Devices
AMI BIOS
The Onboard Device Configuration menu contains options for integrated devices like the serial ports and audio con-
troller.
Legacy USB support is configured on the USB Configuration menu.
Phoenix BIOS
The Advanced menu contains configuration options for integrated devices like the serial ports, onboard LAN and Leg-
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Boot Priority
AMI BIOS
The Boot menu lists the boot devices in order. The default order is:
 Removable Device
 CD/DVD
 Hard Disk Drive (name may vary by drive type)
 USB Hotplug floppy drive

Phoenix BIOS
The Boot menu lists the boot devices in order, as well as any devices excluded from boot order.
The default boot order is:
 USB HDD
 USB CD-ROM
 USB Key
 IDE 0 (hard drive)




Devices excluded from boot order are:
 USB FDC
 USB ZIP
 USB LS120
 PCI BEV
 PCI SCSI
 Bootable add in cards.
PXE - Pre Boot Execution
AMI BIOS
Onboard Lan Boot Rom must be enabled, see Onboard Device Configuration menu.
Network must be set in the boot order before any other available options, see Boot menu.
Phoenix BIOS
Onboard PXE ROM must be enabled, see the I/O Device Configuration menu. 
						

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Exit BIOS Configuration
AMI BIOS
Save Changes and Exit - Use this option to immediately save current Setup settings to CMOS RAM and into the 
Flash Boot Device (FBD). When this option is highlighted, press Enter to save. When the saving process is complete, 
the Thor VX9 reboots with the current values.
Discard Changes and Exit - Use this option when any current changes made to Setup parameters are to be 
ignored. The parameters revert to their state when Setup was entered. When this option is highlighted, press Enter 
and the boot process continues. The system reboots with unchanged values.
Discard changes - Use this option to immediately restore CMOS RAM and discard any changes to the current 
Setup.
Load Optimal Defaults - Use this option to load default settings to run the system at optimal performance. Then 
select Save Changes and Exit to save and reboot.
Load Failsafe Defaults - Use this option to load failsafe settings after changes may have made the system unstable. 
While these settings may result in minimized performance compare to the previous choice, they system should be 
returned to a stable state. Then select Save Changes and Exit to save and reboot.
Phoenix BIOS
Pressing the ESC key immediately brings up the Exit menu.
The choices are:
Exit Saving Changes - Use this option to immediately save current Setup settings to CMOS RAM and into the Flash 
Boot Device (FBD). When this option is highlighted, press Enter to save. When the saving process is complete, the 
Thor VX9 reboots with the current values.
Exit Discarding Changes - Use this option when any current changes made to Setup parameters are to be ignored. 
The parameters revert to their state when Setup was entered. When this option is highlighted, press  and 
the boot process continues. The system reboots with unchanged values.
Load Setup Defaults - This option is used to reset the Setup values to the original, default values that were set at 
the factory, before suppliers or end users made changes. The next time the Thor VX9 is turned on or rebooted, those 
saved values are in effect. Save this change by selecting Exit Saving Changes.
Discard Changes - Use this option to immediately restore CMOS RAM and update the current Setup settings from 
the Flash Boot Device. Save this change by selecting Exit Saving Changes.
Save Changes - Used to save BIOS Setup changes without rebooting. The changed parameters are in effect the 
next time the Thor VX9 is powered on or rebooted. Reboot by selecting either Exit Discarding Changes or Exit 
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Microsoft Windows Setup and Configuration
Options for the Thor VX9 include Windows 7 Professional, Windows XP Professional, Windows Embedded Standard and Win-
dows XP Embedded.
After the system files are processed, Microsoft Windows begins to load. Windows maintains a System Registry and INI files. 
Standard Windows configuration options apply to the Thor VX9. Configuration options are located in either the System Tray or 
the Control Panel:
 The System Tray contains icons for adjusting the time, date or volume level.
 The Control Panel contains icons for many other configuration options, such as Power Management, PC Cards, etc.
 The Control Panel icons are also used to add, delete or modify hardware installed on the Thor VX9.
Please refer to Help and Support on the Windows Start menu or commercially available Windows guides for more information 
on configuration options in Windows.
Microsoft Windows License Agreement (First Boot)
When Microsoft Windows is started by the user for the first time (known as the “out of the box experience”), a series of 
questions may be presented. If prompted, the product key (printed on a decal attached to the Thor VX9) must be entered. 
The series of prompts and responses allow the user to configure Microsoft Windows on the Thor VX9 according to the 
user’s needs.
Proceed with the remainder of the boot process.
If you are loading you own version of Windows, you need a Thor VX8 Drivers CD-ROM (page 5-18) to install device drivers.
Drive C Directory Structure
The drive C: directory structure is the same for all media types. Microsoft Windows is installed in the \Windows directory. In 
addition, Microsoft Windows creates other directories and several subdirectories. For more information on the directories 
Microsoft Windows uses, please refer to commercially available Windows reference guides.
Depending on the option ordered, drive C: may be:
 a rotating drive, current option is a 60 GB drive
 a flash drive, current options include 2, 8 or 16 GB
Please refer to the invoice or packing list if there are any questions about the configuration of your Thor VX9.
ATTENTION: On a Thor VX9 with a flash drive, powering off the Thor VX9 before a write (to disk) function has completed, 
may result in the corruption of the flash drive.
Software Loaded on Drive C
The software loaded on the Thor VX9 computer consists of:

 Microsoft Windows 7 Professional, Windows XP Professional or Windows Embedded Standard
 device drivers
 radio software
 touch screen software

® software (optional)
The software installed on the Thor VX9 is summarized below.
Note: Due to the complex directory structure and System Registry under Microsoft Windows, software should not be 
removed manually.  Instead use the Add/Remove Programs icon in the Windows Control Panel. If your Thor VX9 is shipped with a Microsoft Windows operating system pre-installed, it may be necessary to com-
plete the Windows licensing/registration screens when starting the Thor VX9 for the first time.  To complete this 
information, you may need the Microsoft Windows software key that was included with the Thor VX9 or your copy of 
Windows.
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Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Windows is installed in the \Windows subdirectory, which is the Windows default. In addition, Windows 
places files in other directories and subdirectories during installation. For more information, please refer to com-
mercially available Windows user guides. Use the Windows Control Panel for Windows configuration.
Device Drivers
Device drivers are installed for all installed hardware options, such as the display, touch screen, radios, Ethernet 
port, etc. For more information on Microsoft Windows device drivers, please refer to commercially available Win-
dows guides.
Radio Software
The Thor VX9 is delivered with the radio software installed. Because the Thor VX9 uses a Microsoft Windows 
operating system, the radio installation includes Windows device drivers.
Touch Screen Software
UPPD software is installed for calibrating the Thor VX9’s touch screen. Please see Touch Screen (page 5-8) for 
more information.
RFTerm® Software
RFTerm allows users to connect to applications running on IBM 3270, AS/400 and VT hosts from the Thor VX9 
mobile computer over a wireless TCP/IP data network. When ordered, RFTerm is pre-installed on the device.
VMT Manager
The VMT Manager located in the Windows Control Panel is used to configure many of the unique features of the 
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Thor VX9 Configuration Options
Many configuration options are available via the Microsoft Windows Control panel. For additional information, please refer to 
Help and Support on the Start menu for configuration details.
Date and Time
To set date and time, tap the time displayed in the task bar or tap:
Power Management
Use the Windows interface to set power management options.
Speaker Volume
Use the Windows interface to control speaker volume. Tap the speaker icon in the task bar or tap:
Connect Bluetooth Devices
Use the Windows interface to manage Bluetooth devices. Tap the Bluetooth icon in the task bar, if it exists, or: Windows 7 Professional:
Start > Control Panel > Clock, Language and Region > Date and Time (Category view)
Start > Control Panel > Date and Time (Classic view)
Windows Embedded Standard, XP Professional, XP Embedded:
Start > Control Panel > Date and Time (Classic view)
Start > Control Panel > Date, Time, Language and Regional Options > Change the Date and Time (Category view)
Windows 7 Professional:
Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options (Category view)
Start > Control Panel > Power Options (Classic view)
Windows Embedded Standard, XP Professional, XP Embedded:
Start > Control Panel > Power Options (Classic view), or tap
Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options (Category view)
Windows 7 Professional:
Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Sound  (Category view)
Start > Control Panel > Sound (Classic view)
Windows Embedded Standard, XP Professional, XP Embedded:
Start > Control Panel > Sound and Audio Devices > Sounds (Classic view), or tap
Start > Control Panel > Sounds, Speech and Audio Devices > Adjust the System Volume (Category view)
Windows 7 Professional:
Tap the Bluetooth icon on the Desktop.
Windows Embedded Standard, XP Professional, XP Embedded:
Start > Control Panel > Bluetooth Devices (Classic view), or tap
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Restart/Shutdown
Use the Windows interface to restart or shut down the Thor VX9.
Soft Keyboard
The optional soft keyboard can be enabled and configured from the keyboard control panel in the MountFocus software.
Ta p  Start > Programs > MountFocus POS > Keyboard Control Panel
Calibrate Touch Screen
To calibrate the touch screen, access the touch screen software, select:
Start > Programs > UPDD > Calibrate and touch the center of the cross displayed on screen and release. Repeat 
as the cross is displayed in various locations. The utility closes automatically upon calibration completion.
Touch Screen
Calibrating the Touch Screen
Although the touch screen is installed and calibrated at the factory, users may make adjustments to the calibration. To cali-
brate the touch screen, select Start > Programs > UPDD > Calibrate.
The calibration utility displays a cross on the screen. Touch the center of the cross with the stylus and hold for a few sec-
onds. Release and repeat with the next cross. After all locations have been touched, the calibration utility automatically 
closes.
If no input is received, the calibration utility times out. Press ESC to exit the calibration utility without saving any changes.
Disabling the Touch Screen
If desired, the touch screen can be disabled in the Windows control panel. Once disabled, the touch screen remains dis-
abled until it is enabled again.
To disable the touch screen tap:
Click on the list. In the list is a listing for Universal Pointer Device Driver. Right-click on this listing and select Disable from 
the menu.
To enable the touch screen, follow the same process, selecting Enable from the right-click menu. Windows 7 Professional:
Start > Shut down 
right arrow list menu > Restart
Start > Shut down
Windows Embedded Standard, XP Professional, XP Embedded:
Start > Shut down > Restart
Start > Shut down > Shut down
Windows 7 Professional:
Start > Control Panel > System > Device Manager > Mice and other pointing devices
Windows Embedded Standard, XP Professional, XP Embedded:
Start > Control Panel > System > Hardware > Device Manager > Mice and other pointing devices