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- Page 1 NFT-1175 / NFT-2820 Installation Manual NFT-1175 / NFT-2820 Tracker | Revision Date 6-23-14 Confidential Page 1 6/23/2014...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Before Installing ............. 3 Tools Needed For Installation........ 3 GPS Fundamentals ..........4 Checking the Contents of the Box ....... 4 Installing and Mounting the GPS Unit....5 Cable Interface............6 12 VDC Power Connection ......6 Ground Connection........ -
Page 3: Before Installing
BEFORE INSTALLING Prior to the installation process, thoroughly review and adhere to the following items. Installation Manual Use only a Digital or Analog Volt Meter - DO NOT USE TEST LIGHT! Check for possible installation locations for the GPS unit prior to permanent installation. -
Page 4: Gps Fundamentals
GPS electronics advancements have reduced the multipath threat but GPS field operators and users should be aware of obvious multipath environments. CHECKING THE CONTENTS OF THE BOX The contents of the box containing the NFT-1175 are shown below: Model Contents NFT-1175 1. -
Page 5: Installing And Mounting The Gps Unit
INSTALLING AND MOUNTING THE GPS UNIT The GPS unit will work best if it has a clear view of the sky and as much of the horizon as possible with no metal between it and the sky. Any metallic objects between the GPS unit and the satellites will degrade the signal and reduce the overall performance. -
Page 6: Cable Interface
CABLE INTERFACE Main Harness Connections in Detail RED and White (+) 12volt Input When Connected to Truck Locate the Red wire and the White wire found on the cable connected to the GPS unit. The red wire AND the white wire must be connected to a 12-volt source from the vehicle that will be connected to the trailer. -
Page 7: Refrigerated Trailer Option
CABLE INTERFACE (Refrigerated Trailer Option) Main Harness Connections in Detail RED and White (+) 12volt Input Locate the Red wire and the White wire found on the cable connected to the GPS unit. The red wire AND the white wire must be connected to a 12-volt source. -
Page 8: Activating The Ttu-1200 Unit
GPS satellites. Upon initial power up of the NFT-1175 the LEDs start flashing on the side of the unit to determine if the unit is powered on. If the LED is not flashing after 60sec, check the power connections. -
Page 9: Troubleshooting Chart
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Symptom Cause Unit Does Not Power-up Power is not connected to the unit. With a Digital Volt Meter, measure the voltage at the input to the unit. A positive voltage should be measured on the + terminal of the unit when measuring between the + terminal and the - terminal or chassis ground.