LXE E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A - Manuals

Page 2 - Notices

LANGUAGE: ENGLISH Notices Notice: LXE Inc. reserves the right to make improvements or changes in the products described in this manual at any time without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the preparation of this document to assure its accuracy, LXE assumes no liability resulting fr...

Page 3 - VX3X User’s Guide; Table of Contents; HE

E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide Table of Contents T HE VX3X V EHICLE M OUNT C OMPUTER 1 Introduction ............................................................................................................... 1 Document Conventions .................................................................

Page 4 - PERATION

ii Table of Contents VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Components ............................................................................................................................20 Torque Measurements ..........................................................................................

Page 6 - Illustrations

iv Table of Contents VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Illustrations Figure 1 VX3X Components, Top View ............................................................................................................. 4 Figure 2 VX3X Components, Front View ..................................................

Page 7 - The VX3X Vehicle Mount Computer; Introduction; Windows

E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide The VX3X Vehicle Mount Computer Introduction The VX3X Vehicle Mount Computer (VMC) is a rugged, vehicle-mounted, Microsoft ® Windows ® CE .NET equipped computer. The VX3X is capable of wireless data communications from a fork-lift truck or any properly configured ve...

Page 8 - Document Conventions; ATTENTION; Caution; WARNING; Environmental Specifications

2 Introduction VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Document Conventions This reference guide uses the following document conventions: ALL CAPS All caps are used to represent disk directories, file names, and application names. Menu | Choice Rather than use the phrase “choose the Save command from the ...

Page 9 - Quick Start; Secure all cables to the VX3X with the Strain Relief Cable Clamps.

Quick Start 3 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide Quick Start This section’s instructions are based on the assumption that your new system is pre-configured and requires only accessory installation and a power source. Use this guide as you would any other source book -- reading portions to learn about...

Page 10 - Components; Figure 1 VX3X Components, Top View

4 Components VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Components RS-232 USB-C 3 2 1 4 Figure 1 VX3X Components, Top View 1 COM3 / Scanner Port 3 USB Client Connector 2 Strain Relief Clamps 4 Audio Connector Figure 2 VX3X Components, Front View 1 Endcap 7 Alt LED 2 Display 8 Ctrl LED 3 Programmable Key 9 Sh...

Page 11 - Ball

Components 5 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide 1 2 3 Figure 3 VX3X Components, Back View 1 RAM Ball 2 Power Connector 3 Strain Relief Clamp Note: The RAM ball shown above is shipped unattached. The installer must assemble the RAM ball to the back of the VX3X. See “Installation” later in this manual ...

Page 12 - Microsoft Windows CE .NET Control Panel; Sounds and volume control; The Half-Screen Display

6 Microsoft Windows CE .NET Control Panel VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Microsoft Windows CE .NET Control Panel The Microsoft Windows CE .NET Control Panel provides standard Windows CE .NET options for configuring the VX3X, such as: • Sounds and volume control • Display configuration (including ...

Page 13 - AppLock and the VX3X; and Microsoft Word were the two; Figure 4 End-User Multi-Application Touch Panel; Touch

AppLock and the VX3X 7 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide AppLock and the VX3X AppLock may be installed and running on the mobile device. AppLock restricts access to programs and the Windows CE .NET Control Panel. Please contact your system administrator for details. Single Application AppLock Single...

Page 14 - The QWERTY Keyboard; Figure 5 QWERTY Keyboard Standard Overlay; Figure 6 QWERTY Keyboard with IBM 3270 Overlay; Figure 7 QWERTY Keyboard with IBM 5250 Overlay

8 The QWERTY Keyboard VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A The QWERTY Keyboard The VX3X has a QWERTY keyboard, available with a standard ANSI overlay, an IBM 3270 overlay or an IBM 5250 overlay. These keyboards have 101 keyboard functions, including a numeric keypad. Please refer to Appendix A, “Key Ma...

Page 15 - Key Functions; Key Function

The QWERTY Keyboard 9 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide Key Functions Key Function Programmable For information on programming these keys, please refer to the “VX3X Reference Guide”. By default, these keys function as Enter keys, except for IBM 5250 configurations where the left button is configured...

Page 16 - CAPS Key and CapsLock Mode; The CAPS key sequence is 2; Keypad Shortcuts; Use keyboard shortcuts instead of the stylus:; Keypress Sequences; See Appendix A for all key press sequences.; Custom Key Maps

10 The QWERTY Keyboard VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A CAPS Key and CapsLock Mode This function is similar to a regular keyboard’s CapsLock key. Note that the CAPS mode stays active until the CAPS key sequence is pressed again. Each time you need to use a Caps function, you need to press the CAPS ...

Page 17 - LED Functions; Figure 8 LED Functions; The next keypress is a 2; ALT; The next keypress is an ALT keypress.; CTRL; The next keypress is a CTRL keypress.; SHFT

The QWERTY Keyboard 11 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide LED Functions 2nd PgUp 7 8 9 / - + BkLt Break CAPS F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 2nd ALT CTRL SHFT CAPS STAT VX3X Figure 8 LED Functions Across the top of the keypad are LEDs that provide visual cues to current computer operation. When the LE...

Page 18 - General Windows CE .NET Keyboard Shortcuts; Press these keys ...; A touch on the touchscreen is equivalent to a left mouse click.

12 The QWERTY Keyboard VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A General Windows CE .NET Keyboard Shortcuts Use the keyboard shortcuts in the chart below to navigate with the VX3X keyboard. These are standard keyboard shortcuts for Windows CE .NET applications. Press these keys … To … CTRL + C Copy CTRL + X...

Page 19 - Enabling the Input Panel

The QWERTY Keyboard 13 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide Input Panel (Virtual Keyboard) The Input Panel may be enabled via the Input Panel icon in the Windows CE .NET Control Panel. The Input Panel can be displayed as a large or small keyboard. Figure 9 Small and Large Virtual Keyboards Virtual keyb...

Page 20 - Power Supply

14 Power Supply VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Power Supply Vehicle power input for the VX3X is 12V to 80V DC and is accepted without the need to perform any manual adjustments within the VX3X. See the section titled “Installation”, sub-section titled “Vehicle 12-80V DC Direct Connection”. If 12V...

Page 21 - Getting Help; All LXE manuals are now available on one CD; and they can also be viewed / downloaded; Manuals and Accessories; The following manuals are available on the LXE Manuals CD:; Accessories; The table below lists the available VX3X accessories.; VX3X Brackets; Replacement Power Cables

Getting Help 15 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide Getting Help All LXE manuals are now available on one CD and they can also be viewed / downloaded from the LXE ServicePass website on the ServicePass / Documentation page. Contact your LXE representative to obtain the LXE Manuals CD or logon informat...

Page 22 - Scanners

16 Manuals and Accessories VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Miscellaneous Stylus, with Tethers and Sleeves, 5 Pack 9000A507STYLUS Protective Film, Touchscreen, 10 Pack, VX3X MX3XA503PROTFILM Cover Plate, RS-232 Port MX3RA351RS232CVR Scanners Scanner, Powerscan, SR, 8’ Cbl, WW 8300A326SCNRPWRSR8DA9F...

Page 25 - Installation; Install Mounting Brackets; The VX3X is designed to use a RAM mount system.

E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide Installation Install Mounting Brackets Caution: This device is intended to transmit RF energy. For protection against RF exposure to humans and in accordance with FCC rules and Industry Canada rules, this transmitter should be installed such that a minimum separatio...

Page 26 - RAM Mount System; RAM Mounting Assembly; RAM clamp mount; Torque Measurements; Torque all screws and bolts according to the following table:; For these nuts...

20 RAM Mount System VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A RAM Mount System Components RAM Mounting Assembly The RAM mounting assembly consists of the following parts: 1. VX3X RAM ball (included with VX3X) 2. RAM arm, size C 3. RAM clamp mount RAM Clamp Mount includes: Upper Clamp Piece with Ball Lower C...

Page 27 - Procedure; Step 1 – Mount Vehicle RAM Clamp Mount; Figure 10 RAM Clamp Mount

RAM Mount System 21 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide Procedure Step 1 – Mount Vehicle 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 ...

Page 28 - Mounting Dimensions; Figure 12 RAM Clamp Mount - Mounting Dimensions (Not To Scale)

22 RAM Mount System VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Mounting Dimensions A 2.56” (65.02 mm) B 1.84” (46.74 mm) Varies depending on bolt length Figure 12 RAM Clamp Mount - Mounting Dimensions (Not To Scale)

Page 29 - Step 2 – Attach RAM Mount Ball to the VX3X; Turn the VX3X off before attaching the RAM mount ball.; Figure 13 Attach RAM Mount to VX3X

RAM Mount System 23 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide Step 2 – Attach RAM Mount Ball to the VX3X 1. Turn the VX3X off before attaching the RAM mount ball. 2. Place the VX3X face down on a stable surface. 3. Position the RAM ball bracket on the rear of the VX3X, aligning the studs on the back of the ...

Page 30 - Step 3 – Attach VX3X Assembly to RAM Mount; Figure 14 RAM Assembly; Completed Assembly; Figure 15 Completed RAM Mount Assembly

24 RAM Mount System VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Step 3 – Attach VX3X Assembly to RAM Mount 1. Slip the RAM arm over the ball on the vehicle RAM clamp mount. Insert the ball of the RAM mount bracket into the RAM arm. Adjust the VX3X to the desired position and tighten the knob on the RAM arm us...

Page 31 - Install Stylus Tether and Sleeve (Optional)

Install Stylus Tether and Sleeve (Optional) 25 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide Install Stylus Tether and Sleeve (Optional) Carefully remove the paper backing from the Stylus Clip sticky. Firmly press the sticky side of the clip onto the mobile device and hold in place for 15 seconds. Thread the te...

Page 32 - Connect Serial Barcode Scanner; Caution – Do Not Use the USB-C Labeled Port for Tethered Scanners.; The cable requires a nine-pin D-shell female connector for the VX3X.; Figure 16 Connect Serial Scanner Cable; Power off the VX3X before connecting the scanner cable to the VX3X.

26 Connect Serial Barcode Scanner VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Connect Serial Barcode Scanner Refer to the documentation received with the barcode scanner for complete instructions. Read all warnings and caution labels. ! Before using the scanner, read section titled “Operation”, sub- section t...

Page 33 - Laser Aperture at Front; Figure 18 Generic Barcode Scanner

Connect Serial Barcode Scanner 27 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide When you have finished using the scanner, remove it from the VX3X and store the scanner in a closed container or bag. Figure 17 VX3X with Generic Barcode Scanner Attached 1. Good Scan LED (or equivalent ) 2. Trigger 3. Laser Apertur...

Page 34 - Connect Serial Printer or PC; The printer or PC cable is attached to the connector labeled “RS-232”.; Figure 19 Connect Serial Cable to COM3; Power off the VX3X before connecting the cable to the VX3X.

28 Connect Serial Printer or PC VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Connect Serial Printer or PC Refer to the documentation received with the printer or PC for complete instructions. Pin 9 of COM3 (labeled “RS-232”) is configured to provide +5V. To change Pin 9 of the port, please refer to the “VX3X R...

Page 35 - Port Label on Endcap; Figure 20 Connect USB-C Cable

USB-C Port 29 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide USB-C Port Caution – Do Not Use the USB-C Labeled Port for scanners, PC serial cables or printers. The USB-C connector accepts an adapter cable which provides a USB client port. cable requires a nine-pin D-shell female connector for the VX3X. Port Labe...

Page 36 - Connect External Headset; Figure 21 Connect External Headset; LXE Headsets; Insert the 2.5mm end of the adapter cable into the audio jack.; Figure 22 Headset Adapter Cable Components; Use a strain relief clamp to secure the cable.

30 Connect External Headset VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Connect External Headset The VX3X provides an external headset connection via an audio jack connector labeled “Audio”. The audio jack accepts a headset with a 2.5mm plug, such as a mono headset with microphone or a stereo headset. Please ...

Page 37 - Other Headsets

Connect External Headset 31 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide 3. Connect the quick connect end of the adapter cable to the LXE headset. Align the pins and push the connectors together until they click and are locked in place. Figure 23 Headset Quick Disconnect Connector 4. If the adapter cable is re...

Page 38 - Connect Power Cable; Secure the cable with the strain relief cable clamps.; Figure 24 Connect Power Cable to VX3X

32 Connect Power Cable VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Connect Power Cable 1. Connect the power cable to vehicle power (See the following section titled “Vehicle 12-80VDC Direct Connection”.) - or - to an AC adapter. (See the following section titled “External Power Supply”.). 2. The plug and rece...

Page 39 - External Power Supply, Optional; AC Power Supply; Figure 25 Optional Power Configuration

External Power Supply, Optional 33 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide External Power Supply, Optional The LXE-approved AC Power Supply and Adapter Cable are only intended for use in a 25ºC (77ºF) maximum ambient temperature environment. 2 1 1. AC Input Cable (US only) 2. DC Output Cable AC Power Supp...

Page 40 - Vehicle 12-80VDC Power Connection; For installation by trained service personnel only.; To Vehicle Battery; Figure 26 Vehicle Power Connection Cable (Fuse Not Shown); Vehicle Electrical; Figure 27 Connecting the Power Cable to the Vehicle

34 Vehicle 12-80VDC Power Connection VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Vehicle 12-80VDC Power Connection Caution: ! For proper and safe installation, the input power cable must be connected to a fused circuit on the vehicle. This fused circuit requires a 2 Amp maximum time delay (slow blow) high int...

Page 43 - Operation; Power Button; Figure 29 Location of the Power (PWR) Button; Power Management; Start; . To exit suspend tap the screen, press any key or tap the power; Restart Sequence; Tap; warmboot; in the textbox and press

E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide Operation Power Button The power button is located above the ESC key on the keypad. After power is connected, the Power button must be pressed to turn the device on. Figure 29 Location of the Power (PWR) Button Quickly tapping the Power button places the device imme...

Page 44 - Display and Touchscreen; Set the Display Backlight Timer; Press the Enter key to exit this mode.

38 Display and Touchscreen VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Display and Touchscreen The VX3X Display is a transmissive LCD display capable of supporting Half VGA graphics modes. Display size is half screen, 640 x 240 pixels. The display covering is designed to resist stains. The touch screen allows...

Page 45 - Cleaning the Display; without vinegar or use; Disabling the Touchscreen; and double tap the Stylus icon.; Figure 30 Touchscreen Calibration, Calibration Targets; Touchscreen Protective Film

Display and Touchscreen 39 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide 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 ...

Page 46 - Adjust Speaker Volume; Using the Touchscreen; Select; Microsoft Windows CE .NET Event Sounds

40 Adjust Speaker Volume VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Adjust Speaker Volume The speaker is located on the front of the device above the Power button. The audio volume can be adjusted to a comfortable level for the user. The volume is increased or decreased one step each time the volume key is p...

Page 47 - Laser Barcode Scanner Warnings; Please read the caution labels.; Figure 31 Caution Labels; Enter Data

Laser Barcode Scanner Warnings 41 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide Laser Barcode Scanner Warnings • Do not look into the laser’s lens. • Do not stare directly into the laser beam. • Do not remove the laser caution labels from the scanner. • Do not connect the laser barcode module to any other devic...

Page 48 - Keyboard Entry; Refer to Appendix A “Key Maps” for specific keypresses.; is printed above the corresponding key.; Touchscreen Entry; The cursor begins to flash in the field.; Right Click

42 Enter Data VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Keyboard Entry Refer to Appendix A “Key Maps” for specific keypresses. The keyboard is used to manually input data that is not collected otherwise. Almost any function that a full sized computer keyboard can provide is duplicated on the VX3X keyboard b...

Page 49 - Scanner Entry; Aiming the Barcode Scanner; Aim the scanner; Figure 33 Scan Beam; Distance from Label; Is the scanner programmed for the barcode being read?

Enter Data 43 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide Scanner Entry The following section is directed toward a generic tethered scanner connected to the COM1 serial port on the VX3X. Aiming the Barcode Scanner Aim the scanner away from you, direct it at the barcode and press the trigger to scan. The Scan ...

Page 51 - Appendix A Key Maps; The VX3X Keypad; Figure 34 VX3X QWERTY Keyboard; Key Map 101-Key Equivalencies; When using a sequence of keys that includes the 2; key first then the rest of the; illuminated when CapsLock is On.; Press These Keys and Then; Shift Ctrl Alt CapsLock

E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide Appendix A Key Maps The VX3X Keypad W E R T Y U I O P A S D F G H J K L Z X C V B N M Q ! @ # $ % ^ & * ( ) | \ : ; , . ? Esc Ctrl Alt Shft Spc 2nd ~ ` _ Enter PgUp PgDn Home End 7 8 9 4 5 6 1 2 3 0 / - + = { } [ ] > < Del Ins BkSp BkLt Break CAPS F1 F2 F3...

Page 52 - attached to the VX3X. Right Scan key default value is Enter.

46 The VX3X Keypad VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Press These Keys and Then To get this key 2 nd Shift Ctrl Alt CapsLock Press this key Scan 1 Scan CapsLock (Toggle) x F1 Back Space BkSp Tab Tab BackTab x Tab Break x F2 Pause x x F3 Up Arrow Up Arrow Down Arrow Down Arrow Right Arrow Right Arrow ...

Page 56 - RFTermTM Reference Guide

50 The VX3X Keypad VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A IBM 3270 Keypad Overlay W E R T Y U I O P A S D F G H J K L Z X C V B N M Q ! @ # $ % ^ & * ( ) | \ : ; , . ? Esc Ctrl Alt Shft Spc 2nd ~ ` _ Enter PgUp PgDn Home End 7 8 9 4 5 6 1 2 3 0 / - + = { } [ ] > < Del Ins BkSp BkLt Break CAPS F...

Page 57 - Appendix B Regulatory Notices and Safety Information; This device may not cause harmful interference; Warning; authority to operate this equipment.; EMC Directive Requirements:

E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide Appendix B Regulatory Notices and Safety Information FCC Information: This device complies with FCC Rules, part 15. Operation is subject to the following conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference and 2. This device must accept any interference th...

Page 58 - Permitted for use in France.; Approvals; Product

52 Regulatory Notices VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A R&TTE Directive Requirements (Applies only to Equipment operated within the EU/EFTA) Information to User A label on the exterior of the device should resemble one of the labels shown below (the label contains the LXE part number of the inst...

Page 60 - With regard to the use of external antennas; Dedicated Antennas for use with LXE 4830; Gain

54 Regulatory Notices VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A Annex to DoC for LXE 4830 With regard to the use of external antennas The LXE 4830 can be equipped with external antennas. The antennas listed have been evaluated with the LXE 4830 pursuant to EN 300 328, and therefore meet the definition of ‘d...

Page 61 - Lithium Battery Safety Statement

Regulatory Notices 55 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide ! Lithium Battery Safety Statement ! Caution: Lithium battery inside. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with same or equivalent type recommended by battery manufacturer. (US) Attention: Contient une pile de li...

Page 62 - Chinese CN Italian

56 Regulatory Notices VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A ! Lithium Battery Safety Statement ! (GR) (KR) (JP) (CN) Dikkat: (TR) Legend: Chinese CN Italian IT Danish DK Japanese JP Dutch NL Korean KR English US Norwegian NO Finnish FI Portuguese PT French FR Spanish ES German DE Swedish SE Greek GR Tur...

Page 63 - A/C Power Supply Safety Statement – VX3X; ambient temperature environment.; Προαιρετική

Regulatory Notices 57 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide ! A/C Power Supply Safety Statement – VX3X Output Rated 12 – 80 VDC, Minimum 15W. ! The LXE-approved AC Power Adapter is only intended for use in a 25ºC (77ºF) maximum ambient temperature environment. Optional A/C Power Supply: Outside North Am...

Page 64 - Vehicle Power Supply Connection Safety Statement; Σύνδεση

58 Regulatory Notices VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A ! Vehicle Power Supply Connection Safety Statement ! Vehicle Power Supply Connection: If the supply connection is made directly to the battery, a 2A slow-blow fuse should be installed in the positive lead within 5 inches (12.7 cm.) of the batte...

Page 65 - Index; Back Mounting Bracket

E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide Index 2 2 nd key function .........................................................9 A Aim Barcode Scanner ..............................................43 Alt key function .........................................................9 AppLock .............................

Page 66 - Scanner

60 Index VX3X User’s Guide E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A I Input Cable, Max Temp rating ................................35 Install External Speakers..........................................30, 31 Mounting Brackets, Vehicle ...............................19 Optional Power Supply .....................................

Page 67 - View

Index 61 E-EQ-VX3XOGWW-A VX3X User’s Guide U Unsuccessful Scan indicators ..................................43 V Vehicle Mounting Bracket, Installation Procedure .19 Vehicle Power 12V to 80V DC ...................................................14 External Power Supply .................................