Tracker Setup; Tracker Testing - EMS Sky Connect Series Installation Manual

4.6

TRACKER SETUP

See the software manual to configure the unit to work as the customer desires.
NOTE: This is a very important step in installing the system correctly,
DO NOT SKIP CONFIGURING THE TRACKER.
Tracker Setup using the MMU II as a setup device.
If you are installing a MMU II in the system, the MMU II maybe used as a terminal to
allow Tracker Setup without a PC connected to the transceiver. Follow the
procedures below to use the MMU II for this purpose.
4.7

TRACKER TESTING

In order to fully test Tracker, you will need access to a PC running Sky Connect
Tracker-Map, or an approved GIS display system. In the event that this is not
available to you, contact Sky Connect Technical Support where we can remotely aid
in your testing. Refer to Appendix A for additional troubleshooting advice.
The installer can verify the proper wiring of every onboard component with a
combination of the Tracker Setup program and the "all in one" annunciator light.
The installer can be assured that their portion of the job is acceptable if the onboard
unit consistently indicates that it is sending and completing messages.
6 or 11 position dialer - this is indicated by a fast pulse as messages are sent at
programmed intervals, followed by a solid green indication.) It is the customer's
responsibility to choose the manner in which they display their "tracked" aircraft,
not the installers.
MMU - this is indicted when the "READY" page is displayed with the current signal
strength.
Note: Only one Iridium source can occupy the network at one time. If a Sky
Connect voice option is installed and in use, the Tracker will store and send
position reports when the line is free. Configurations will exist to give
Tracker priority, thus discontinuing an in-progress call.
Using ground power, turn on the Aircraft master, avionics master, or what ever is
required to fully power all elements of the installed Sky Connect components. If a
G.P.S. is interfaced, it must be operating and have acquired satellites. The aircraft
must have an unimpeded view of the sky. Operating next to a hangar can cause
occasional brief signal interruption of both G.P.S. and Iridium functions. If using an
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Date: 7/27/2011
Rev. 2.1