Using AC power, the device can be mounted at fixed locations adjacent to cross-dock doors, manufacturing stations, or in offices. Use the 100/240 VAC Power Supply (p/n PS1450) to power the computer from an AC source.
The AC/DC power supply is only intended for use at room temperature conditions such as an office environment.
Power On/Off with Ignition
The device is equipped with an ignition sense feature that shuts down the device when the vehicle ignition is turned off, and can power on the device when the ignition is switched on. To use this feature, a power extension cable with ignition sense wires must be used and installed properly on the vehicle.
The cable in the following illustration is the power extension cable (p/n CA1220) with two wires used to connect to vehicle ignition. The red and black leads of the two 18AWG wires that connect to the key switch of the ignition and ground, respectively. Once the wires are connected, the VC8300 may switch on or off depending on the state of the vehicle ignition key. See VC Settings to select power settings.
When connecting to an ignition switch using the power extension cable with ignition sense wires, ensure that the wires of different polarities are reliably secured away from each other, or are separated with reliably secured certified insulation. A minimum distance of 2.8mm (or 0.4mm distance through insulation) is required for the separation.
The thinner wires (18 AWG) are used for Ignition Sense wires while the thicker wires (14AWG) are used for Vehicle Power and Ground. Identify them carefully and Do Not confuse them.
An appropriate fuse type must be used with the power extension cable according to the installation instructions. For the main power cable, use 3AB, 15A, 250V, slow blow fuse. For ignition sense input, use 3AB, 0.3A, 250V, slow blow fuse.
Power Extension Cable Kit with Optional Ignition Sense Wires (p/n CA1220)
