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from chemicals or oil that cause the insulation to 
deteriorate. Avoid sharp bends. The power cable is less 
flexible in low temperature environments. 

6.

Secure the cable to the vehicle structure at approximately 
one foot intervals, taking care not to over tighten, pinch 
conductors, or penetrate the insulation. 

7.

Connect the watertight connector end of the power cable to 
the dock power connector by aligning the connector pins to 
the power connector; push down on the watertight 
connector and twist it to fasten securely.

8.

Secure the power cable to the VM1A using the strain relief 
cable clamps.

9.

Place VM1A in the dock.

10. If using the Screen Blanking feature, install the screen 

blanking box or switch. (Refer to the Thor VM1A User Guide, 
available at 

www.honeywellaidc.com

 for further information 

about the Screen Blanking box.)

11. Press the power switch on the back of the dock.

12. Press the power button on the front of the VM1A.

13. Configure the Auto-ON behavior.

Summary of Contents for Thor VM1A

Page 1: ... Thor VM1A Vehicle Mount Computer Powered by Android Quick Start Guide VM1A A8 EN QS Rev A 10 18 ...

Page 2: ...ssories for your computer verify that they are also included with the order Be sure to keep the original packaging in case you need to return the computer for service Computer Features Power Button Orange Key LED System LEDs Microphone Speakers Blue Key LED Blue Key Ambient Light Sensor Connection LEDs Touch Panel Orange Key Shift Caps Lock LED Ctrl LED Alt LED ...

Page 3: ...Stylus Wi Fi MAIN SD Card Access Panel Dock Contact Pads Provision for Laptop Security Cable Provision for Padlock Quick Release Handle UPS Disconnect Button Access Panel Wi Fi AUX ...

Page 4: ...Dock Features Dock Contact Pads Strain Relief Clamps Power Connector COM 2 COM 1 RAM Ball Fuse Power Switch Audio USB Standard Dock ...

Page 5: ...Accessory Mount Power Switch COM 2 Ethernet USB 2 USB 1 Accessory Mount COM 1 Audio Fuse Power Connector Dock USB Client Port Enhanced Dock Strain Relief Clamps ...

Page 6: ...afe vehicle operation Will be protected from rain or inclement weather Will be protected from extremely high concentrations of dust or wind blown debris Can be easily accessed by a user seated in the driver s seat while the vehicle is not in operation To mount the VM1A using a RAM mount system 1 Attach RAM base to vehicle RAM ball RAM Clamp RAM Plate etc ...

Page 7: ...2 Attach RAM ball to the Smart Dock 3 Attach VM1A assembly to RAM base using RAM arm and tighten knob on RAM arm ...

Page 8: ... the supply connection is made directly to the battery the fuse should be installed in the positive lead within 5 inches of the battery s positive terminal The fused circuit requires a maximum time delay slow blow fuse with a current rating as noted below For 12VDC input use a 10A slow blow fuse that has a DC voltage rating greater than 12VDC For 24VDC input use a 6A slow blow fuse that has a DC v...

Page 9: ...Power Cable Routing ...

Page 10: ...s the green wire must be connected to the vehicle chassis ground Caution For internal combustion engine powered vehicles the green wire is connected to the vehicle chassis ground which can also be battery negative Wire Color Connection Red DC 10 60 VDC Red White DC 10 60 VDC Black DC Black White DC Green Ground Blue Ignition Sense Input optional Refer to the Thor VM1A User Guide available at www h...

Page 11: ...al terminals are an accepted method of termination Select electrical connectors sized for use with 20AWG 0 81mm2 conductors 4 Refer to the following wiring diagrams for wire colors and connections Ignition Control Wiring Diagram If switched vehicle power is available the ignition wire can be connected The VM1A will boot up when the vehicle ignition is turned on Existing Circuitry On Vehicle Batter...

Page 12: ... together to battery positive Black and black white wire twisted together to battery negative Green wire connected to vehicle chassis ground Caution For internal combustion engine powered vehicles Red and red white wire twisted together to battery positive Black and black white wire twisted together to battery negative Green wire connected to vehicle chassis ground which can also be battery negati...

Page 13: ...wer connector by aligning the connector pins to the power connector push down on the watertight connector and twist it to fasten securely 8 Secure the power cable to the VM1A using the strain relief cable clamps 9 Place VM1A in the dock 10 If using the Screen Blanking feature install the screen blanking box or switch Refer to the Thor VM1A User Guide available at www honeywellaidc com for further ...

Page 14: ...computer seems to be locked up 1 Press and hold the Power button until the options menu appears 2 Select Reboot and then OK To restart the computer if the touch panel display is unrespon sive Press and hold the Power button for approximately 8 seconds until the computer restarts Note To learn about advanced reset options see the user guide ...

Page 15: ...aidc com and click Get Resources Product Warranty Patents For patent information see www hsmpats com Trademarks Android is a trademark of Google LLC Disclaimer Honeywell International Inc HII reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice and the reader should in all cases consult HII to determine whether any such changes ...

Page 16: ...sclaims all responsibility for the selection and use of software and or hardware to achieve intended results This document contains proprietary information that is pro tected by copyright All rights are reserved No part of this docu ment may be photocopied reproduced or translated into another language without the prior written consent of HII Copyright 2018 Honeywell International Inc All rights r...

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