Iridium Edge Quick Installation Manual

Iridium Edge® Quick Installation Guide
This insert contains simplified instructions for installing Iridium Edge®. More
detailed installation guidelines are located in the Iridium Edge User Manual on
www.iridium.com. Iridium sells the Iridium Edge through Service Providers and
provides them with a warranty. You must contact your Iridium Service Provider
if you have any questions regarding repair or warranty. Do not contact Iridium.
Contact an Iridium Service Provider if you have any questions or concerns
regarding the installation, or if you are not properly trained to install Iridium Edge.
WHAT'S IN THE BOX
iridium edge slotted nut
1. RECORD IMEI
Before an installation, the Iridium Edge's IMEI number must be recorded along
with the installation location. The Iridium Edge's IMEI number is the network
address for the Iridium Edge and it is used for provisioning, billing and to send
or receive messages to and from the device. It is located on the bottom of the
Iridium Edge.
2. SELECT A MOUNTING LOCATION
The mounting location is critical to ensure a safe installation and reliable
operation. The installer should consider the following guidelines:
• The location must provide a safe and secure installation
• Select a flat, horizontal mounting location for optimal uniform
satellite performance
• Make sure that the mounting location provides a clear unobstructed
360 degrees' view of the sky in all directions. Typically, a mounting location
on top of an asset provides the best performance.
3.1 MOUNTING IRIDIUM EDGE
Iridium Edge can be mounted in three methods as shown:
screw mount bottom mount
The Accessory Bag that comes with Iridium Edge is only required for the
Bottom Mount installation.
3.2 SCREW MOUNT INSTALLATION
Iridium Edge is designed to be mounted with four M4 screws. Hardware must
be provided by the Installer.
• Drill four (4 mm) holes in the mounting surface and/or the bracket
that secures Iridium Edge.
• Select a side channel for the cable to exit, depending on
cable routing and installation restrictions
– Remove the aesthetic grey plug from the selected channel, by gently
prying it out with a sharp flat head screw driver. If the plug needs to
be re-inserted, ensure the plug is flat to the baseplate before pressing in
with your thumb. Do not use any instruments to re-insert.
• Firmly press the pigtail cable into the selected channel, making sure that
the cable is flush with the baseplate. Do not use any sharp instruments.
• In the event that the pigtail cable must be removed from the side channels,
carefully remove the cable with your thumb firmly over cable and baseplate.
Gently pry the pigtail cable. Do not yank the pigtail.
• If the aesthetic grey plug is not used, optionally fill the unused side
channel with silicon sealant to hide the exiting center cable.
• Secure all mounting nuts with a thread locker that is appropriate
for the installation
rubber grommet spiral sheath slotted screw
tape mount
3.3 BOTTOM MOUNT INSTALLATION
In the bottom mount configuration, Iridium Edge is held in place with a single
screw. The items in the Accessory Bag are required for this type of installation.
• Drill a single 15mm hole at the desired location for Iridium Edge.
Ensure that the surface is flat to avoid water ingress under Iridium Edge.
• Insert the into Iridium Edge baseplate and screw until
slotted screw
finger tight.
• Carefully press the
rubber grommet
with Iridium Edge.
• Optionally fill the two side channels with silicon sealant, taking care that
it does not unseat the
grommet
• Mount Iridium Edge and drop the pigtail connector through the drilled hole.
• Place the over the pigtail cable on the cable above the pigtail's
slotted nut
top heat shrink such that the wide side of the tapered
over the cable first.
• Tighten the into the
slotted nut
should be tightened sufficiently to compress the
prevent water from getting under Iridium Edge and then down inside of
the installation. Do not exceed a 5N-m when tightening the
• Unwind the and wrap it around the pigtail so that is inside
spiral sheath
the and flush to the Iridium Edge's baseplate to protect
slotted screw
against chaffing.
• Ensure that the Iridium Edge pigtail cable is strain relieved,
especially if a cable is suspended from the connector.
3.4 TAPE MOUNT INSTALLATION
The tape mount is for a permanent installation. Do not use it for evaluation or
application testing.
• The Accessory Bag contents are not required for the Side Mount installation.
These can be set aside.
• Do not tape Iridium Edge to the mounting surface until the mating cable
is successfully installed and Iridium Edge is operating correctly.
• Ensure that the mounting location is clean and smooth,
without any surface abrasion.
• Install the Iridium Edge mating cables and test the installation and
the Iridium Edge performance.
• Verify that the Iridium Edge pigtail cable is securely pressed into
the baseplate.
• Mark the location and corners for the desired location of Iridium Edge.
• Clean the mounting surface with rubbing alcohol. The surface
must be clean.
• Remove the red plastic tabs covering the Iridium Edge's double side.
• Carefully press Iridium Edge on the marked location.
4. MATING CABLE INSTALLATION
Once a mounting location is determined, follow the guidelines below when
installing the cable:
• Only use cables from an Iridium Service Provider that meet the
specifications in the Iridium Edge User Manual.
• Ensure that Iridium Edge is connected to the power source through a
quick tripping fuse. The fuse should be located close to the power source.
• Secure all cables including the Iridium Edge's pigtail cable.
• Screw the mating cable onto Iridium Edge so that it is finger tight.
Do not use a wrench to tighten the mating cable to Iridium Edge.
into the baseplate until it is flush
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