Datamax-O'Neil VMP SERIES Truck Mount Cable - Manual

Power Extension Cable Kit (220205-
000, 220206-000, 220207-000)
Use the 210219-XXX truck mount cable if your
vehicle has an existing power connector
(Figure 1a, 1b) that was previously installed for a
printer or for accessories. The part numbers (P/Ns)
vary based on the length of the cable: part number
210219-036 is the 3 foot cable; 210219-072 is the 6
foot cable; and 210219-120 is the 10 foot cable.
Parts List:
• (1) Truck mount cable (P/N 210219-XXX)
• (1) Cable assembly adapter (P/N 210148-001)
• (1) Instruction sheet (not shown)
Figure 1a, 1b: Power Connector
Figure 2
Cable assembly
adapter
(210148-001)
Truck mount cable
(210219-xxx)
Fuse Box Power Extension Cable Kit
(220210-000)
Use the 210122-000 fuse box, truck mount cable if
your vehicle does not have an existing power
connector.
Parts List:
• (1) Truck mount cable (P/N 210122-000)
• (1) Cable assembly adapter (P/N 210148-001)
• (1) Instruction sheet (not shown)
Figure 3
Cable assembly
adapter
(210148-001)
Fuse box, truck
mount cable
(210122-000)
Ground strap
General Guidelines
• Route the truck mount cable so that the driver is
not endangered and the cable does not harm, or
interfere with, other equipment.
• The cable's routing should not cause damage to
the truck mount cable.
• Do not route the cable in such a way that it
could possibly be pinched, stepped on, or
overheated.
• Do not expose the cable to moisture.
• Do not use the truck mount cables if your
vehicle has a 24 volt output.
• If the truck mount cable must pass through a
firewall, drill a 9/16” hole in the firewall and
install a nylon bushing (not included).
• Do not attempt to defeat or bypass the inline
fuse. Bypassing the inline fuse can be
dangerous and may cause damage to your
vehicle.
• Datamax-O’Neil does not warrant existing
connector installations.
• Datamax-O’Neil does not assume liability for
any damages resulting from improper
installations, from installing to existing
connectors, or from not following the
instructions described in this instruction sheet.
Step 1: Checking the Vehicle's
Electrical System
If your vehicle's voltage is too high or too low, the
printer may not work. Perform the following to
check your vehicle's electrical system:
1. Measure your vehicle's battery voltage with a
voltmeter. The voltage should be
approximately 13 volts DC with the engine off.
2. Start your vehicle's engine.
3. Run your vehicle at a fast idle for 5 minutes
while monitoring the battery's voltage.
Normally, the voltage is less than 14.5 volts
DC.
4. Depending on your installation, proceed to
Installing the Truck Mount Cable or
Connecting the Truck Mount Cable to the
Vehicle's Fuse Box.
Caution: The battery's voltage cannot
exceed 15.5 volts. If the battery's voltage
exceeds 15.5 volts, there is a problem with
your vehicle's electrical system that must be
repaired before the printer will work properly.
(A bad voltage regulator or a poor ground
may cause excessive voltage.)