NexTraq VT-2200 Manuel utilisateur
The NexTraq VT-2200
Installation Guide
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Contents
Introduction .................................................................................................................................................... 4
VT-2200 Hardware ........................................................................................................................................ 4
VT-2200 Wiring Diagrams .................................................................................................................... 6
Equipment and Tools ................................................................................................................................ 6
Antennas ............................................................................................................................................................... 7
Installation Types................................................................................................................................... 7
Vehicle Wiring ........................................................................................................................................... 10
VT-2200 Location ..................................................................................................................................... 12
Post-Installation Testing............................................................................................................ 13
Installation Troubleshooting ................................................................................................... 14
Appendix A – Technical Specifications ......................................................................... 16
Appendix B – Installation Notes .......................................................................................... 17
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Introduction
Following the purchase of VT-2200, there will be several factors to
consider prior to its installation, including placement of the VT-2200
hardware and the selection and placement of the antenna(s). This
installation guide is designed to provide instructions for the
installation of the VT-2200 hardware for use with the NexTraq™ Fleet
Tracking platform.
This document is designed for new and experienced installers and their
managers to help overcome any questions associated with VT-2200
installations.
This installation guide covers the following:
•Equipment and Tools
•Types of Antenna Mounts
•Placement of VT-2200
•Installations
•Troubleshooting
VT-2200 Hardware
The VT-2200 consists of a nylon plastic engineered housing containing
the electronic components. Additional equipment includes a separate
power connection cable and a modular cellular GPS antenna.
Specifications for the VT2200 can be found in Appendix A.
VT-2200 is powered by an external power supply; vehicle power (8-24
volts). The device is designed to be installed in the vehicle’s cab.
The unit is not waterproof or dustproof, nor is it designed to be
placed near or on heat-generating sources (ex: in the engine
compartment, attached to the heater).
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Fig. 1 – VT-2200
External mounting tabs are provided that allow VT-2200 to be secured
to the chassis of the vehicle. If you are replacing a Wahoo 2, VT-2200
will fit in the area you have the Wahoo 2 secured. Additional
equipment is required to properly mount the VT-2200 hardware and is
provided in the installation kit for each VT-2200.
The VT-2200 connector configuration is composed of dissimilar
connectors to eliminate the chance of an installer incorrectly wiring
the unit. Five connectors make up the VT-2200’s configuration. The
connectors are power, GPIO, a serial port interface, GSM antenna
connector and GPS antenna connector.
Pin Out IO
Pin
Signal
Color
1 Positive Edge
Signal
Green
2 Negative Edge
Signal 1
Yellow
3 Negative Edge
Signal 2
Blue
4 Output 1 Orange/White
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VT-2200 Wiring Diagrams
Fig – 2 -Schematic of VT-2200
Equipment and Tools
The following is a general list of tools and supplies required for a
VT-2200 installation:
Recommended Equipment Recommended Supplies
Digital Volt and Ohm Meter (DVOM) Electrical Tape
Screwdrivers (standard, Phillips, Torx, Hex) Double-sided
Tape
Wire Strippers/Wire Cutters Velcro
5 Output 2 Blue/White
6 No Connect No Connect
Pin Out Power
Pin
Signal
Color
1 Ground Black
2 No Connect No
Connect
3 Ignition White
4 Battery Red
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Coax Stripper Silicon Sealant
Pliers 5 Amp Fuses
Razor Knife Ground Terminals
Cordless Drill Tie-wraps
Drill Bits Grommets
Wire Snake Crimp Connectors
Crimping tool Butt End Connectors
Upholster Removal Tool Sheet Metal Screws
Flashlight 18-gauge Wire
Standard & Metric Socket Set
Antennas
Among all installation variables, antenna location has the greatest
impact on the performance of the radio module. Great care should be
taken before installing the antennas. The standard antenna type used
for the VT-2200 is a combination antenna. Two FAKRA connectors provide
connection for GPS (blue) and GSM (violet).
Fig. 3 – Combination Antenna
The combination antenna combines the cellular and GPS antennas into a
single antenna package. The combination antenna can be mounted on
glass, on the dashboard or as a covert installation.
Installation Types
Glass Mount
When mounting the antenna, it should be oriented with the top section
(the flat side) facing the sky. Please note that the antenna specifies
which side is the bottom. The glass mount provides the best reception
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for cellular and GPS. It is recommended that the antenna have a view
of at least 40 percent of the sky. The antenna needs to be mounted as
horizontal as possible. The antenna should not be mounted behind
windscreens, ladder racks or other radio transmission antennas.
Fig. 4 0 - Glass Mount
Dashboard Mount
The antenna should be mounted on the dashboard with a view of at least
40 percent of the sky. It recommended that the antenna be as
horizontal as possible. When mounting the antenna, it should be
oriented with the top section (the flat side) facing the sky.
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Fig. 5 – Dashboard Mount
Covert Installation
When mounting a covert installation, care should be taken not to mount
that antenna shielded by metal. However, it can be mounted on non-
metallic materials such as plastic, fiberboard, fiberglass, etc. The
antenna orientation should be that the
top part of the antenna faces the sky.
Fig. 5 – Covert Mount
The minimum distance between other transmission antennas should
be at least 18 inches for all antenna installations.
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Vehicle Wiring
The 4-pin Molex connector on the back of VT-2200 contains the power,
ground and ignition leads. The supplied power cable plugs into the
Molex connector. The opposite end of the cable has a black wire for
ground, a red wire for vehicle power and a white wire for vehicle
ignition.
Fig 6 – Power Harness
Ground
Make sure the ground point is welded, not bolted, to the vehicle’s
dash support structure. Strip enough slack in the power cable to allow
sufficient length as to attach the black wire to a solid metal surface
that is wielded, not bolted to an under dash support. Add a grounding
ring connector to the end of the black wire, crimp it and screw it
securely onto a non-painted metal frame or plate. Temporarily connect
VT-2200 to ensure it is on constant power before your final placement.
Power
Find constant 12+v wire and slide crimp over wire. Slide red fused
wire from NexTraq power cable all the way into the holder and crimp
with pliers. Cable tie the fused wire to the lead wire. Next, find an
ignition wire that is 12+v when ignition is in the “ON” position and
open or ground when ignition is “OFF.” Slide crimp onto lead wire and
the insert fused ignition lead into side of crimp and crimp with
pliers. Cable tie the fused wire to the lead wire. Optional step:
apply torque seal to all connections.
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