Apex VM-1

 

Vehicle Mount

02-05

 

Low Cost/High Value
Windows CE . NET
Vehicle Mount Bar Code
Data Collection Terminal

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The Apex VM-1 fixed-mount terminal was designed with industrial features - so industrial that it was a natural for use in applications like forklifts and other material handling vehicles. RF Ethernet wireless network connectivity, waterproof shock and vibration mounting accessories, and power supplies suitable for vehicles - gasoline, diesel, natural gas, or all-electric - are available, so you can install this terminal on virtually any vehicle. The industrial case - with 1/2 VGA screen, full keyboard and weatherproof sealing - along with state-of-the-art Windows CE .NET operating system and all the additional features that you have come to expect from Compsee are included. And unlike so many other vehicle-mount terminals, this one is industrial AND affordable.
Key Benefits

  • Low price combined with high feature set for everything necessary for installation and operation or choose the pre-assembled option

  • Windows CE .NET version 4.2

  • Program with Visual Studio.NET 2003 Professional or Visual C++ 4.0, or use a thin client with Microsoft Terminal Services, or purchase your choice of terminal emulation �VT/HP, IBM 5250, or IBM 3270�

  • � VGA display (640x240) for easily formatting user menus, graphics, icons � using the Windows GUI that is so familiar

  • Vibration and shock tested to MIL-STD-810E/SAE J 1455

  • Wide range of accessories for adaptability to almost any application

  • Open architecture to take advantage of current and future technology

  • SQL CE � SQL Server Client for local and remote real-time database access

  • MSMQ � Microsoft Access Message Queue for reliable operation

  • Intel� XScale� 400MHz PXA255 ARM processor

  • Microsoft Web browser Internet Explorer version 6

  • Wireless Ethernet IEEE802.11b - ready.

Applications
The Apex VM-1 has features that serve to make it an integral part of many common applications. The Apex VM-1 is especially well-suited to applications requiring a terminal that will work well in dirty, humid, or otherwise inhospitable environments.
  • Shipping/Receiving
  • Warehouse Management
  • Work-in-Process
  • Labor Reporting.
  • Pick-and-Pack
  • Push Cart Applications
  • Fleet Operations
Automated Data Collection Options

  • Three serial COM ports, mini-DIN6 PS/2 connector for external keyboard and keyboard port wedge readers

  • Optional digital I/O module - 8 opto-isolated digital inputs, 2, 4, or 8 digital relay outputs

  • Connectors:

    • Power

    • Ethernet 10/100BaseT

    • COM1

    • COM2

    • COM3

    • external PS/2 keyboard

    • PS/2 mouse

    • PCMCIA TYPE I/II/III (for RF Ethernet card)

    • Compact Flash

    • battery backup

    • two sets: +3.3 VDC, +5VDC and +12VDC accessory outputs

    • mounting for external IEEE802.11(b) RF Ethernet antenna

    • digital I/O (optional).

  • Universal laser scanner mount is available

  • Brackets for various slot reader mountings are available

System

  •  Windows CE.NET Embedded Operating System, v4.2, 32MB RAM; 64MB non-volatile Flash memory

Display

  • 640 x 240 � VGA backlit monochrome LCD

  • Optional 640 x 240 backlit color LCD

Keyboard

  • Sealed elastomeric, 5 million cycle, long-life industrial design, easily configured to custom requirements

Standard Keyboard Configurations

  • 69-key QWERTY, customizable. 

  • Function keys are programmable and are visually cued to lower edge of the display for use as soft keys/menu selectors

Case Design

  • Industrial hose-down, dust proof

Vibration and Shock

  • MIL-STD-810E, mechanical vibration (Method 514.4, Category 1 basic transportation) and (Method 514.4, Category 8 ground mobile).

  • MIL-STD-810E, mechanical shock (Method 516.4, Procedure 1).

  • SAE J 1455 Figures 6, 7, & 8.

Networks Supported

  • Windows NT/2000/2003/XP, TCP/IP

Ethernet

  • RF Ethernet ready

IEEE802.11b Wireless Ethernet

  • Wireless Ethernet-ready includes antenna mount, cable, antenna and software support.  Please contact sales representative for list of supported cards.

Physical

  • Base Model: 14.5�W x 9.7�H x 4.75�D

Temperature

  •    Operating:

  • 0� to 60�C (Monochrome)

  • 0� to 40�C (Color),

  • Extended Temperature

  • -20�C to 60�C (40�C Color) operating temperature with optional heater

  • Storage: -20� to 60�C 

Power Requirements

  • External DC-to-DC converter

Network Management Software

  • SNMP; remote management capabilities provided by browser-based terminal manager

Status LEDs

  • Four LEDs visible on face of terminal � power, Ethernet link, battery power, and low battery.

Off-line Storage

  • Approximately 32MB data storage for local files and/or off-line operation, upgradeable via customer supplied Compact Flash card.

Options

 

Battery Backup

  • AA-style pack, 0.5 Amp-hour, recharged automatically by built-in re-charger.  Highly recommended!

Digital I/O

  • 8 optically isolated digital input plus your choice of 2, 4 or 8 mechanical relay digital outputs rated for 2 Amps at 250 Volts.  Digital inputs provide counter capability to 50 counts per second.

Display

  • Optional 640 x 240 backlit color LCD