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  • Page 1 Net-960CE-S Mobile Data Terminal Hardware Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introducing the Net-960CE-S Net-960CE-S MDT Platform – Introduction Developers Package and Application Development Tools The Net-960CE-S Device Chapter 2 Net-960CE-S Technical and Functional Description Net-960CE-S MDT – Specifications User Interface Options Terminal Display Customized Front Panel Label...
  • Page 3 EXT3 Connector GPS Antenna Connector Cellular Modem Antenna Connector External Speaker Connector AV Connector Microphone Connector SIM Card Connector Chapter 5 Net-960CE-S Installation Mechanical Installation Mounting the Net-960CE-S MDT Electrical Installation Power Cable Wires Power Protection Fuse Vehicle Ignition Switch Connection...
  • Page 4 Figure 5: SER 1 Connector Wiring Scheme – Basic Configuration 58 Table of Tables Table 1: NET-960CE-S – Front Panel with a link to component description 15 Table 2: NET-960CE-S – Back Panel with a link to component description 16 Table 3: NET-960CE-S –...
  • Page 5 WARNING! Abnormal Conditions Should the Net-960CE-S become hot or start to emit smoke or a strange odor, immediately turn off the power and contact your original dealer or an authorized service provider. Continued usage is dangerous and may result in fire or electric shock.
  • Page 6 Power Supply WARNING! • Do not use the Net-960CE-S at a voltage other than specified. Doing so may result in fire or electric shock. • Avoid conditions that can cause damage or breaks in the power cable.

  • Page 7: Introducing The Net-960Ce-S

    Package and Application Development Tools, page 13, describes the Net-960CE-S Developers package which provides all the tools required for application development quick-start, product testing and product evaluation. • The Net-960CE-S Device, page 14, points out the components of the front, back and bottom of the Net-960CE-S device.

  • Page 8: The Net-960Ce-S Device

    Two internal expansion modules (a wireless GSM/GPRS modem and GPS receiver) may be fitted within the Net-960CE-S PCB. By making use of these options, significant reductions in cost and installation complexity can be achieved.

  • Page 9: Figure 1: Net-960Ce-S - Front Panel Components

    Figure 1: NET-960CE-S – Front Panel Components Table 1: NET-960CE-S – Front Panel with a link to component description Net-960CE-S Component Terminal Display Customized Front Panel Label External Display Alpha-numeric Keypad Function Keys Control Knob Alert LEDs RTC (Real Time Clock) Options...

  • Page 10: Figure 2: Net-960Ce-S - Back Panel Components

    Figure 2: NET-960CE-S – Back Panel Components Table 2: NET-960CE-S – Back Panel with a link to component description Net-960CE-S Component Product Label GPS Antenna Connector Cellular Modem Antenna Connector USB Host Connectors USB Device Connector SER1 Main Connector 3 Additional Serial Connectors SER2, SER3 and SER4...

  • Page 11: Figure 3: Net-960Ce-S - Bottom Panel

    Figure 3: NET-960CE-S – Bottom Panel Table 3: NET-960CE-S – Bottom Panel with a link to component description Net-960CE-S Component SIM Card Slot...

  • Page 12: Net-960Ce-S Technical And Functional Description

    Chapter 2 Net-960CE-S Technical and Functional Description This chapter provides a table showing the Net-960CE-S specifications, which is followed by sections that provide more detailed descriptions of each of the Net-960CE-S features. Net-960CE-S MDT – Specifications The left column of the following table describes the basic configuration of Net- 960CE-S MDT.
  • Page 13 DragonBall: ARM9, high performance 32-bit RISC engine Car battery backed up Real Time Clock Development Environment and Tools Full Meridian and .NET SDK libraries for Microsoft eMbedded Visual C++ 4.0 and Visual Studio .NET environments System and Application RAM: 64MB Memory...
  • Page 14 Dedicated port - Swipe card reader tracks 1&2 or RFID clock and data interface Protective Back-Cover Protects back panel cables and outputs from tampering Private Label Customers may design their own front panel label, which Meridian will produce and supply on the MDT...
  • Page 15 Basic Configuration Options (extra cost) Power External power directly from vehicle's battery: 8V-30V DC Power off: Software controlled Power on: By key press or input signal (ignition or VLU) Watchdog Hardware and Software Watchdog Mechanism Environment Operating: -20°C to +70C (-4°F to +158°F) Storage: -20°C to +80°C (-4°F to +176°F) Physical Dimensions Length: 200mm/7.87”...

  • Page 16: User Interface Options

    User Interface Options Terminal Display The Net-960CE-S provides a monochrome LCD on the front of the MDT that can be used as primary or secondary user interface screen. This terminal display can be used with or without the External Display, described below, both of which can function independently.

  • Page 17: Rtc (Real Time Clock) Options

    Flash Memory The Net-960CE-S is provided with 16 MB or 32 MB of Flash Memory, which can be used to store the Net-960CE-S application and any other, required files (such as transactions) and programs that need to be stored permanently.
  • Page 18 Optional DiskOnChip An optional 64 MB – 256 MB internal DiskOnChip can be provided, which serves as a permanent storage option that can be used for temporary or permanent storage. It is particularly useful for storing large files. External Mass Storage The terminal supports standard external mass storage dongles through the USB Host port...

  • Page 19: Communication

    Communication Serial Communication The Net-960CE-S provides up to four serial communication ports for serving various internal and external devices. Two RS232 communication ports are provided by default with one pair of hardware handshake control signals. You can optionally order either: •...
  • Page 20 For further details refer to the SER2 Connector section. Serial Port 3 (SER3 Connector) The Net-960CE-S optionally provides Serial Port 3 as determined by factory settings. It can provide either of the following two features, as determined by factory settings.

  • Page 21: Usb Device Port

    USB Device Port The Net-960CE-S provides a USB device port to enable connection to devices that have a USB host port, such as laptops. This port is especially useful for interacting with the Net-960CE-S by downloading firmware, applications and configurations. It can also be used for software and technical support.

  • Page 22: Wireless Communication

    Voice calls can be supported and require an external speaker and a microphone connection, as shown on page 53 and 54. • The bottom of the Net-960CE-S provides a SIM card slot and the back panel of the Net-960CE-S will have a cellular modem antenna connector, as shown on page 17.
  • Page 23 Therefore, the antenna must be located outdoors with a clear view of the sky. For further details, refer to the GPS Antenna Connector section, page 52. • The back panel of the Net-960CE-S provides a GPS antenna connector, as shown on page 16. Wireless LAN The Net-960CE-S provides a local area network (IEEE 802.11 standard) that...

  • Page 24: Voice Options

    Two volume levels are available. Control Signals Net-960CE-S MDT Hardware Guide Control Signals The Net-960CE-S provides a variety of digital inputs and outputs and two analog inputs that can be used to connect devices and sensors at a variety of voltage levels.

  • Page 25: Digital Signals

    For further details, refer to the EXT3 Connector section, page 52. Net-960CE-S Technical and Functional Description Net-960CE-S MDT Hardware Guide Analog Signals The EXT2 connector can provide two analog inputs to monitor compatible vehicle...

  • Page 26: Peripheral Support - Dedicated Ports

    Peripheral Support – Dedicated Ports Magnetic Card Reader Port The Net-960CE-S provides a magnetic card reader (track 1 and track 2) port connected through the EXT3 connectors that can be used for a variety of applications, such as to read driver identification or credit card transactions. For further details, refer to the Ext3 Connector section, page 52.

  • Page 27: Net-960Ce-S Power

    The Net-960CE-S has no internal fuse, and therefore its connected to the vehicle's power source line should be protected by a 10A fuse. Additionally, a 4A fuse should be added to the power cable with an inline fuse holder for HHC/HHD blade-type fuses.

  • Page 28: Table 5: Terminal Power Consumption

    Table 5: Terminal Power Consumption Operation Mode Current Consumption Power Off Idle mode (no active application) Active mode Active mode with backlight...

  • Page 29: Power Management

    For example, when the ignition is turned off or according to AVL box signals. The Net-960CE-S provides three input lines that turn on the terminal upon signal rise. For example, when the ignition is turned on or the control knob on the terminal is pushed.

  • Page 30: Net-960Ce-S Signal Maps

    Net-960CE-S Signal Maps This chapter provides various tables mapping the power and communication signals of the Net-960CE-S ports. The options and functionality of each of these ports are described in detail in Chapter 2, Net-960CE-S Technical and Functional Description on page 19.

  • Page 31: Serial Port 1 (Ser1 Connector)

    Serial Port 1 (SER1 Connector) Connector type: D-type 9-pin Male. Table 6: (SER1) Connector Pinout for Basic Configuration Signal Type Function Specifications Typical Min Max SER1_IN1 Control Input/ (DSR) Input Low: V 0V - Counter 30V 6V Input High: V 12V- 8V +30V Frequency: Up to...

  • Page 32: Table 7: (Ser1) Connector Pinout For Internal Gprs/Gps Configuration

    Table 7: (SER1) Connector Pinout for Internal GPRS/GPS Configuration Signal Type Function Specifications Typical Min Max SER1_IN1 Control Input/ Input Low: V 0V -30V Counter Input High: V 12V- 8V +30V Frequency: Up to 1KHz Not connected Not connected SER1_OUT1 Control Open Collector Output...

  • Page 33: Serial Port 2 (Ser2 Connector)

    Serial Port 2 (SER2 Connector) Connector type: RJ12 6-pin female. Table 8: (SER2) Connector Pinout for RS232 Configuration Signal Type Function Specifications +5V_SW Switched +5V±10%; 500mA max. 5V Power Note: This signal is Out Pin simultaneously connected to the Power Out pins of all SER and EXT connectors.

  • Page 34: Serial Port 3 (Ser3 Connector)

    Serial Port 3 (SER3 Connector) Connector type: RJ12 6-pin Female. Table 9: (SER3) Connector Pinout for RS232 Configuration Signal Type Function Specifications +5V_SW Switched +5V±10%; 500mA 5V Power max. Out Pin Note: This signal is simultaneously connected to the Power Out pins of all SER and EXT connectors.

  • Page 35: Table 10: (Ser3) Connector Pinout For J1708 Configuration

    Table 10: (SER3) Connector Pinout for J1708 Configuration Signal Type Function Specifications +5V_SW Switched +5V±10%; 500mA max. 5V Power Note: This signal is Out Pin simultaneously connected to the Power Out pins of all SER and EXT connectors. Switching this signal on/off causes enabling/disabling of all connected peripherals.

  • Page 36: Serial Port 4 (Ser4 Connector)

    Serial Port 4 (SER4 Connector) Connector type: RJ12 6-pin Female. Table 11: (SER4) Connector Pinout for RS232 Configuration Signal Type Function Specifications +5V_SW Switched +5V±10%; 500mA 5V Power max. Out Pin Note: This signal is simultaneously connected to the Power Out pins of all SER and EXT connectors.

  • Page 37: Table 12: (Ser4) Connector Pinout For Internal Bluetooth Configuration

    Table 12: (SER4) Connector Pinout for Internal Bluetooth Configuration Signal Type Function Specifications +5V_SW Switched +5V±10%; 500mA max. 5V Power Note: This signal is Out Pin simultaneously connected to the Power Out pins of all SER and EXT connectors. Switching this signal on/off causes enabling/disabling of all connected peripherals.

  • Page 38: Usb Device Connector

    USB Device Connector Connector type: USB Type B. Table 13: (USB Device) Connector Pinout Signal Type Function Specifications Not connected USB Data Universal Serial Bus Specification Rev 1.1. USB Data Universal Serial Bus Specification Rev 1.1. Ground...

  • Page 39: Usb Host Connectors

    USB Host Connectors Connector type: Double USB Type A. Table 14: (USB Host Slot 1) Connector Pinout Signal Type Function Specifications 5V Power +5V±10%; 500mA max. Out Pin Note: A total of 700mA can be supplied by the terminal to all connected peripherals.

  • Page 40: Ext1 Connector

    EXT1 Connector Connector type: RJ11 4-pin Female. Table 16: (EXT1) Connector Pinout Signal Type Function Specifications CANBus H CAN High- CANBus Level Specification Voltage I/O V2.0B CANBus L CAN Low- CANBus Level Specification Voltage I/O V2.0B EXT1_IN1 / Control CMOS Level High Speed Input/ High 3.3V.

  • Page 41: Ext2 Connector

    EXT2 Connector Connector type: RJ11 4-pin Female Table 17: (EXT2) Connector Pinout Signal Type Function Specifications Analog 0V-30V max, 12k Input1 Input IN / OUT / One-Wire Interface. ID Button (DALLAS ID Button Port Interface) Port. Ground Analog 0V-30V max, 12k Input2 Input...

  • Page 42: Ext3 Connector

    EXT3 Connector Connector type: RJ45 8-pin Female. Table 18: (EXT3) Connector Pinout Signal Type Function Specifications EXT3_IN1 Control Min Max Input/Counter Input Low: VIL 0V 0.8V Input High: VIH 2.0V 5.5V EXT3_IN2 / Control Input/ Card Input Low: VIL 0V 0.8V Detect (Card CARD Input High: VIH 2.0V 5.5V...

  • Page 43: Gps Antenna Connector

    VSWR: Typical: 1.5:1 Worst Case: 2.5:1 External Speaker Connector Connector type: 3.5mm Mono Jack Mono loudspeaker output: 1.1 W, 4-8 OHM AV Connector Net-960CE-S MDT Hardware Guide AV Connector Connector type: RCA Phono Jack (Yellow) Composite Video PAL (ITU-R624-3) System...

  • Page 44: Microphone Connector

    Microphone Connector Connector type: 2.5mm Mono Jack Microphone performance recommendations: • Electret microphone • 2.2V Feeding source • Resistance up to 2K SIM Card Connector Standard SIM card connector type 32K SIM 1.8V / 3.0V...

  • Page 45: Net-960Ce-S Installation

    This chapter describes the installation procedure of the Net-960CE-S device, including bracket mounting and electrical installation, as follows: 1 Determine the optimal positioning of the Net-960CE-S in the vehicle to enable access and a clear view. 2 Perform the mechanical installation of the Net-960CE-S on the mounting bracket.

  • Page 46: Mechanical Installation

    1 Affix the bracket in the desired position using as many screws as required. 2 Align the round rubber mount on the right and left sides of the Net-960CE-S with one of the three holes provided on the sides of the bracket. Both sides should be aligned with the same hole, meaning either the top, middle or bottom hole on each side.

  • Page 47: Electrical Installation

    3 meters (118.11 inches) long. Power Protection Fuse The Net-960CE-S has no internal fuse. It should be connected to a power source line in the vehicle protected by 10A fuse. Additionally, a 4A fuse should be added to the...

  • Page 48: Vehicle Ignition Switch Connection

    Figure 5: SER 1 Connector Wiring Scheme – Basic Configuration Vehicle Ignition Switch Connection To enable proper power management, it is recommended to connect the vehicle ignition switch to one of the three inputs in the SER1 port. In addition the application should monitor this input in order to determine when to turn the terminal on and off.

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