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User Manual VDO SmartTerminal
General Information Device description
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Operating system • Windows
®
7 with current service pack
• Windows
®
8, 10, each with current service
pack
• Windows
®
Server 2012, 2016, 2019, each
with current service pack
Hardware requirements
To connect the VDO SmartTerminal to a computer, the following requirements
must be met:
Component Requirement
Interfaces • A free USB 2.0 or 3.x interface to connect a
USB stick
• A free USB 2.0 or 3.x interface to connect
the VDO SmartTerminal via the USB cable
• Network connection for connecting the VDO
SmartTerminal via a network cable (for hub
or crossover cable)
The direct connection of the VDO SmartTerminal to the network interface of a
computer (without network hub or switch) is possible via a crossed network
cable (crossover) which is not provided.
A computer only provides a limited number of USB interfaces.
If you want to connect a mouse, keyboard, printer, VDO SmartTerminal, scan-
ner and possibly a dongle, you will require a so-called USB hub. When buying
a device, make sure it has its own power supply to avoid loss of power.
Positioning the device
The VDO SmartTerminal can be positioned on a flat surface, for example on a
counter.
It can also be mounted onto a wall.
ATTENTION
When choosing a position for the VDO SmartTerminal, make sure that it is
not exposed to any atmospheric influences, i.e. that it is protected from direct
sunlight or humidity.
IMPORTANT
If you want to use the VDO SmartTerminal via WLAN, make sure that the
network coverage at the position of the VDO SmartTerminal is strong
enough.
Wall mounting
For wall mounting, the VDO SmartTerminal can be directly mounted to the wall
using the base plate.