Thor VM1 with Microsoft Windows Embedded Standard 2009 User Guide 87
Thor VX8 / Thor VX9 Adapter Cable
An adapter cable is available to attach the Thor VM1 to a vehicle previously equipped
with a VX8/VX9 DC power cable. The adapter cable has a 6-pin connector to match the
VX8/XVX9 power supply cable on one end and a 6-pin connector to match the Thor
VM1 on the other end. The cable also has bare wires for ground and ignition sense con-
nection plus a D9 cable to connect to a COM port on the Thor VM1 dock to provide a
screen blanking signal. This section assumes the VX8/VX9 power cable is properly con-
nected to vehicle power. Refer to the VX8 or VX9 Vehicle Mounting Reference Guide for
details.
Connect to Thor VX8 / VX9 Power Cable
These instructions for use with VM1D Standard Dock and VM3D Enhanced
Dock only. This cable is not used for the VMXD Enhanced Dock
To COM port
on Dock
To Power Connector
on Dock
To VX8/VX9
Power Cable
To Ground and
Ignition Sense
1. Connect the adapter cable to the Thor VX8/VX9 power cable by aligning the connec-
tor pins to the power connector; push down on the watertight connector and twist it
to fasten securely.
2.
Connect the green wire to vehicle ground
Caution: For battery powered vehicles:
• 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.
3. If ignition control will be used, connect the blue wire to an ignition switched circuit
(less than 1mA over input voltage range). If ignition control is not used, the blue wire
can be left disconnected,
4. If the VX8/VX9 cable is connected to a screen blanking box or switch, connect the
D9 connector to a COM port on the dock.
5. The cable is rated for a maximum temperature of 105°C (221°F). Therefore, when
routing this cable it should be protected from physical damage and from surfaces
that might exceed this temperature. Cable should be protected from physical dam-
age from moving parts. Do not expose the cable to chemicals or oil that may cause
the wiring insulation to deteriorate. Always route the cable so that it does not inter-
fere with safe operation and maintenance of the vehicle.
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