Psion Teklogix Vehicle-Mount Computer 8590 User Manual

6.2.2  Installation

This section outlines the requirements and the steps you’ll need to follow to install 
the Psion Teklogix Config tool.

6.2.2.1

System Requirements

The following operating systems are supported on the 8580/8590:

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Microsoft Windows XP

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Microsoft Windows XP Embedded

6.2.2.2

Preinstalled Software

In most cases, Psion Teklogix Config is pre-installed on each 8580/8590.

6.2.2.3

Subsequent Installation

An installation program is available for subsequent installation.

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Start the PTXConfig.exe in the Tools/software directory on the 8580/8590 
hard disk/PTX Restore DVD.

Menu

Function

Hardware Monitor

Information display: e.g. serial number of the device and 
current operating temperature.

Environment

Information display: Statistics and data on the environ-
ment controller, such as ‘hard’ switch-offs.

Automatic Switchoff

Configures the automatic switch-off behaviour (delay 
time, ignition, etc.).

Front Panel

Defines the assignment of Psion Teklogix 8580/8590 
optional front panel keys.

System Settings

Configures Windows logon, taskbar display etc.

Network

Manages IP address and DNS server.

Software Activation

Activates licenses for automatic switch-off and software 
keyboard and releases them for use on this computer.

Enhanced Write Filter

Exclusively for MS Windows XP Embedded: adminis-
ters write protection function.

Settings

Sets password, language and further default settings for 
the Psion Teklogix Config Tool.