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Summary of Contents for TELUS iR1200
- Page 1 Rugged Modem iR1200 GPS-Enabled Modem NSTALLATION UIDE...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Customer Care..................................4 OVERVIEW ............................................5 General Overview................................. 5 Modem Operating Modes ..............................5 Modem Configurations ................................. 5 iR1200 Rugged Modem ..............................6 iR1200 GPS-Enabled Modem............................6 Modem Specifications ................................6 INSTALLATION PREPARATION ....................................8 Before You Start Installing ..............................8 Installation Planning................................ - Page 4 TELUS Mobility™ Route and Connect Antenna Cable(s)..........................15 Route and Connect Data Cable(s)............................ 15 Other Mobile Installation Configurations..........................15 Continuous Power Configuration ............................ 15 Mounting the Modem..............................16 Mounting the Antenna(s)............................. 16 Route and Connect Power Cable..........................16 Route and Connect Ignition Cable..........................16 Route and Connect Antenna Cable(s)...........................
- Page 5 Interference with Other Electronic Devices.......................... 30 INDEX ..............................................31 IMPORTANT! Please read Safety Notice on page 30 before using the modem. Last Updated RFM-4200-5015 Rev 1 JULY 2004 © 2004 TELUS Mobility and the TELUS Mobility logo are registered trademarks of TELUS Corporation.
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Page 7: Table Of Figures
Figure 1 - iR1200 GPS-Enabled Modem ..........................5 Figure 2 - Rear Panel of iR1200 Rugged Modem........................6 Figure 3 - Rear Panel of iR1200 GPS-Enabled Modem ......................6 Figure 4 – Dimensions of iR1200 GPS-Enabled Modem......................9 Figure 5 – iR1200 Installation Wiring Diagram (Mobile) ....................14 Figure 6 –... -
Page 8: Fcc Compliance
Address: 5905 Breckenridge Parkway Suite F Tampa, FL 33610 Phone number: 1-800-836-9909 Hereby declares that the product: Product name: iR1200 GPS-Enabled Modem Model Number: 4200-C5-RFM Product name: iR1200 Rugged Modem Model Number: 4250-C5-RFM Conforms to the following regulation: FCC Part 15, subpart B... -
Page 9: Introduction
Modem INTRODUCTION This chapter contains information about the required components for successful installation and operation of the iR1200 modem. Box Contents Page 3 Documents Available Online Page 3 Required Components for Installation Page 3 Components for Mobile Environment Page 3... -
Page 10: Components For Fixed Environment (Sold Separately)
• Data cable for GPS (for iR1200 GPS-Enabled Modem only) Components for Fixed Environment (sold separately) The iR1200 Rugged Modem is typically used for fixed installation environment. The following table lists the components required for this type of installation: •... -
Page 11: Overview
GPS (iR1200 GPS-Enabled Modem) receiver, contained in a rugged enclosure, to provide wireless data communications. The iR1200 modem is easy to mount, whether in a mobile or fixed environment. -
Page 12: Ir1200 Rugged Modem
TELUS Mobility™ iR1200 Rugged Modem The following diagram displays the components that exist on the rear panel of the iR1200 Rugged Modem. Ignition Sense / Ignition Sense / Bypass Bypass Connector Connector Modem Modem 12VDC Power 12VDC Power Serial Data... - Page 13 Modem DB-9 for modem, DB-9 for GPS (optional) Data Connector Molex 39-01-2020 with 39-00-0186 pins Power and Ignition Connectors -25 degrees C to +60 degrees C Operating Temperature Storage Temperature -40 degrees C to +85 degrees C Humidity 0-95% non-condensing Vibration per TIA/EIA 603 par 3.3.4...
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Page 14: Installation Preparation
(See Required Components List on page 3). Planning Modem Location Factors to consider when planning for the location or placement of your iR1200 modem: • Easily Accessible – You should allow easy access to the modem (for troubleshooting purposes). -
Page 15: Planning Antenna Location
Modem The following diagram outlines the modem’s dimensions: NOTE: This diagram depicts the dimensions of both the iR1200 Rugged and iR1200 GPS-Enabled Modems and should not be used as a template for mounting the modem. Figure 4 – Dimensions of iR1200 GPS-Enabled Modem The following table describes the overall dimensions of the iR1200 modem. -
Page 16: Planning Cable Layout
(e.g., it should experience little to no movement and have few or no bends or kinks). NOTE: The majority of problems occur because of serial cable failure. Installation Tools You will need these tools to install the iR1200 modem. • •... -
Page 17: Mobile Installation
Modem MOBILE INSTALLATION In this chapter, you will learn how to install your iR1200 modem and antennas in a mobile environment. Installation Steps Page 11 Mounting the Modem Page 11 Select Modem Location Page 11 Mount the Modem Page 12... -
Page 18: Mount The Modem
FCC mandates. Approved Antennas For a list of tested and approved antennas that can be used with the iR1200 modems, please contact your authorized TELUS Mobility dealer, go to www.elutions.com/wireless or contact eLutions’ Wireless Support Center at 888-349-4338. -
Page 19: Mount The Antenna(S)
Mount GPS Antenna (optional) The iR1200 GPS-Enabled modem comes equipped with a connector for a GPS antenna. The following table contains the steps for mounting a GPS antenna. 1 Use an antenna suitable for the GPS of frequency 1575 MHz with an MCX connector and matched for 50- ohm impedance. -
Page 20: Route And Connect Power Cable
TELUS Mobility™ The following diagram illustrates typical installation wiring of the iR1200 into a mobile environment. MOBILE DATA COMPUTER GPS ANTENN A MODE M (OPTIONA L) ANTENNA RS-232 GPS DATA FUSE iR1200 POWE R RS-232 MODEM DATA +12V DC IGNITION... -
Page 21: Route And Connect Ignition Cable
Continuous Power Configuration There is no on/off switch on the iR1200. It is turned on and off through the application of voltage to the ignition sense input, typically supplied by the vehicle’s ignition switch. The Continuous Power Configuration allows the iR1200 to remain on even when the vehicle ignition is off. -
Page 22: Mounting The Modem
TELUS Mobility™ Mobile Data Terminal GPS ANTENNA MODEM (OPTIONAL) ANTENNA RS-232 GPS FUSE Data Cable POWER iR1200 Modem RS-232 Modem Data Cable +12VDC IGNITION VEHICLE BATTERY Dashboard Mounted "toggle switch" +12VDC Always Figure 8 – Continuous Power Configuration Mounting the Modem Mount the modem as described for the standard mobile installation on page 11. -
Page 23: Route And Connect Data Cable(S)
Modem Route and Connect Data Cable(s) Connect the data cable(s) as described for the standard mobile installation on page 15. Configuration for Docking Station This configuration allows the power supplied to the modem to be controlled by a docking station that may be mounted inside the vehicle. -
Page 24: Route And Connect Antenna Cable(S)
TELUS Mobility™ 1 Connect the male end of the ignition cable to the 4-prong connector labeled IGNITION on the modem. 2 Connect the free end of the ignition cable to a fused +12VDC circuit controlled by the laptop/MDT docking station (see Figures 10 and 11 on page 17). This circuit shall nominally output 12Vdc @ 5mA when the modem is intended to be ON, and 0Vdc (open circuit) when the modem is intended to be OFF. -
Page 25: Fixed Installation
Mounting the Modem The iR1200 modem can be mounted on different types of surfaces. You should determine if the surface is able to support the weight of the iR1200 modem. The area should allow sufficient space around the modem for cool air to circulate. -
Page 26: Mounting The Antenna(S)
FCC mandates. Approved Antennas For a list of tested and approved antennas that can be used with the iR1200 modems, please contact your authorized TELUS Mobility dealer, go to www.elutions.com/wireless or contact eLutions’ Wireless Customer Support Center at 888-349-4338. -
Page 27: Mount Gps Antenna (Optional)
Modem Mount GPS Antenna (optional) The iR1200 GPS-Enabled modem is equipped with a connector for a GPS antenna. The following table contains the steps for mounting a GPS antenna. 1 Use an antenna suitable for the GPS of frequency 1575 MHz with an MCX connector and matched for 50- ohm impedance. -
Page 28: Route And Connect Antenna Cable(S)
2 Insert the male end of the GPS antenna (optional) cable to the connector labeled GPS ANT on the modem. Route and Connect Data Cable(s) The iR1200 modem can be connected to the host DTE equipment using a standard “straight through” 9-pin male to a 9-pin female serial cable. -
Page 29: Verifying Installation
4 The STATUS LED should blink Green within 3 minutes from the time the vehicle’s ignition was turned Powering Up – Fixed Installation To turn on the iR1200 modem, an ignition signal is required at the ignition connector. Use the ignition bypass plug to simulate an ignition signal to power up the modem. -
Page 30: Communication Indicators
TELUS Mobility™ Communication Indicators Your iR1200 modem is equipped with LED indicators (see Figure 13 on page 24) that identify various communication functions. Figure 13 – iR1200 Front Panel Layout Signal Color Indication Blinking Modem is transmitting data to the computer data terminal (DTE). -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
Modem TROUBLESHOOTING In this chapter, you will learn how to troubleshoot and resolve common installation problems. This chapter includes: Common Problems Page 25 Diagnostic Port Page 26 HyperTerminal Setup Page 26 Diagnostic Menu Page 28 Unsolicited Firmware Updates Page 29 Common Problems The following table outlines the most common installation issues and instructions for resolution. -
Page 32: Diagnostic Port
Reset button is pressed. Diagnostic Port The diagnostic port located on the front panel of the iR1200 modem (see Figure 13 on page 24) is used to retrieve data from the modem that will help to analyze and diagnose possible communication issues. - Page 33 NONE for Parity • 1 for Stop bits • None or Hardware for Flow control 9 Click OK when all the parameters have been selected. 10 Once the connection to the modem is successful, the iR1200 Rugged Modem Diagnostic Menu appears. www.telusmobility.com...
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Page 34: Diagnostic Menu
TELUS Mobility™ Diagnostic Menu The iR1200 modem Diagnostic Menu provides you with commands to help analyze problems with the modem. The menu contains actions that call the modem and receive diagnostic information. The following table outlines the types of information that can be retrieved with commands on the diagnostic menu. -
Page 35: Unsolicited Firmware Updates
Modem 0 – iR1200 Sends updates to the firmware. WARNING: We do not recommend that you perform this command unless otherwise instructed by an eLutions’ Firmware Customer Care representative. Update • Serial Number i – Radio Obtains information specific to •... -
Page 36: Safety Notice
TELUS Mobility™ SAFETY NOTICE The following is important information for the safe and efficient operation of the iR1200 modem. We recommend that all users read this information before using the modem. Safe and Efficient Operation Guidelines Your modem contains a transmitter and receiver. When it is ON, it receives and transmits radio frequency (RF) energy. The modem operates in the frequency range of 806 MHz to 870 MHz and utilizes the digital modulation techniques. -
Page 37: Index
Modem INDEX 3dB ..............13, 21 Hearing Aids ............31 Heat ............... 9 human body.............13, 21 HyperTerminal ............27 antenna manufacturer........13, 21 ® iDEN ..............6 ignition signal ............24 Bits ...............28 building installation ..........20 Master Reset ............29 MCX ..............14, 22...