User manual

Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & 8515 Installations
8515 Vehicle-Mount Computer Installations
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6.6 8515 Vehicle-Mount Computer Installations
6.6.1 Wiring Guidelines
Before installing cables between the computer and other devices, consider the following:
• Ensure the vehicle body and underlying wiring is not damaged while drilling
mounting holes.
• Protect cable runs from pinching, overheating, and physical damage.
• Use grommets to protect cables that pass through metal.
• Use plastic straps and tie-downs to secure cables and connectors in their desired loca-
tion, away from areas where they may get snagged or pulled.
• Keep the cables away from heat sources, grease, battery acid, and other
potential hazards.
• Keep the cables away from control pedals and other moving parts that may pull on the
cables or interfere with the operation of the vehicle.
• Leave enough slack on the cables so that the computer can be removed easily
for maintenance.
6.6.2 Non-Vehicle Installations
Using AC power, the 8515 Vehicle-Mount Computer can be mounted at fixed locations ad-
jacent to cross-dock doors, manufacturing stations, or in offices.
The 110/220V Psion Teklogix AC adaptor Model PS1400 should be used to power the com-
puter from an AC source.
6.6.3 Wiring Vehicle Power to the 8515
A 1.8 meter (6 ft.) extension power cable (P/N 13985-302 or P/N 13985-303 with screen-
blanking sensor) is supplied with your 8515. This cable should be wired to a filtered, fused
Note: Make sure the cables run inside the roll cage of the vehicle.
Warning: The 8515 accepts DC power sources between a minimum of 10VDC and a
maximum of 30VDC. A Power Pre-regulator is required for voltages above
30VDC.
Applying a voltage above 30VDC without the pre-regulator or reversing
polarity may result in permanent
damage to the 8515 and will void the
product warranty.