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- Page 1 USER MANUAL VECTOR 530 GPRS Version 1.2 Vector530UserManualVer122.doc - 1 - June 14, 2005...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS REVISION HISTORY ........................3 Introduction ..........................4 Product Features ........................4 Technical Specifications ..........................4 Device Layout..............................6 Power Supply..............................8 Chassis Ground..............................8 GPRS/GSM Modem Features ....................9 RF Functionality ............................10 SIM Interface...............................10 RF Interface ..............................11 RF Connections ............................11 RF Performance ............................11 Antenna Specifications ..........................12 APPENDIX A: SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS (for information only) .....13 APPENDIX B:... -
Page 3: Revision History
REVISION HISTORY Version Date Page No. Description Dec 17, 2004 NG Initial release. Mar 3, 2005 Removed 5V SIM Card reference from Section 3.2. 1.21 June 8, 2005 Added to the antenna requirements. Added Appendix D 1.22 June 13,2005 SD Added to the antenna requirements Vector530UserManualVer122.doc - 3 -... -
Page 4: Introduction
Terminal(MDT) equipped with the North American GSM / GPRS 850/1900 MHz WaveCOM Q2426B GPRS modem. The Vector 530 is an affordable and easy to use Mobile Data Terminal (MDT) designed to meet the needs of today’s dispatching and transport businesses using GPRS Public Data Networks as its communications medium. - Page 5 • Interfaces: 4 RS-232C ports (2 internal, 2 external), 3 digital inputs/ 3 digital outputs. • Options: SmartCAM (In-Vehicle Surveillance), Smartprint (Mobile Printer), SmartPay (In-vehicle debit / Smart Card support). • Electrical Requirements: Input Voltage: 13.8 VDC (10-17 VDC range), Current: Less than 600 mA at 12VDC.
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Page 6: Device Layout
Programmable Function Keys (F1-F5) Transmit LED No ACK LED Func Key (–) GPS LED Send Key (↵) Directional Pad (← ↑ → ↓) Number Pad (0 – 9) Coverage LED Vector 530 Front Panel Layout Vector530UserManualVer122.doc - 6 - June 14, 2005... -
Page 7: Rear View
Rear View GPS Antenna connector Mounting Threads GPRS Modem Antenna Connector DB15 connector Main DB25 connector (Power Supply) Vector530UserManualVer122.doc - 7 - June 14, 2005... -
Page 8: Power Supply
Top View Credit Card Swipe Power Supply Then unit is designed to operate normally from +10V up to +18V DC power source or car battery. The nominal input voltage is 13.8V Chassis Ground vehicle chassis ground (negative terminal of battery) is the recommended grounding point for vehicle installation. -
Page 9: Gprs/Gsm Modem Features
GPRS/GSM Modem Features The Vector 530 GPRS-NA achieves high speed wireless connectivity by integrating the WaveCOM WISMO QUIK series Q2426B GPRS modem. Please note the Q2426B modem features outlined in this section are as per the details supplied by the WaveCOM, the modem module manufacturer. -
Page 10: Rf Functionality
• RF connection pads (to the antenna) • 60-pin General Purpose Connector (GPC) to Digital, Keyboard, Audio and Supply. RF Functionality The Radio Frequency (RF) interface complies with GSM 850 / PCS 1900 recommendation. • Rx (GSM 850) : 869 to 894 MHz •... -
Page 11: Rf Interface
SIM _PRES: SIM card detect-Pin 50. RF Interface The impedance is 50 Ohms nominal and the DC impedance is 0 Ohm. RF Connections There are two possible ways to connect an antenna to the module: • The antenna can be directly connected to the module on the “Antenna pad” by using a spring contact. -
Page 12: Antenna Specifications
Antenna Specifications The antenna must fulfill the following requirements: A dual band patch antenna shall work in these frequency bands and have the following characteristics: • a minimum cable lead length of 3 meters • Impedance: 50 Ohms • VSWR Rx MAX =1.5: 1 •... -
Page 13: Appendix A: Safety Recommendations (For Information Only)
APPENDIX A: SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS (for information only) IMPORTANT: For the efficient and safe operation of this unit, please read this information carefully. This unit makes use of GSM/GPRS standard for cellular technology. There has been some concerns about possible health effects of using GSM terminals. Although research on health effects form RF energy has focused on the current RF technology for many years, scientists have begun research regarding newer radio technologies such as GSM/GPRS. - Page 14 Do not transport or store flammable gas, liquid, or explosives, in the compartment of your vehicle which contains your terminal or accessories. Before using your terminal in a vehicle powered by liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane) ensure that the vehicle complies with the relevant fire and safety regulations of the country in which the vehicle is to be used.
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Page 15: Appendix B: Installation Guide
CABLE INSTALLATION AND MOUNTING THE MDT IN THE VEHICLE 1. Install the Radio Pigtail per the Wiring Interface Instructions for that specific model radio. (no radio associated with PDN Module Equipped Vector 530’s) 2. Install the MDT mount into the vehicle. - Page 16 10. Connect P5 (DB9) of the wiring harness to the meter pigtail. 11. On the meter pigtail join the Green, White and Red wires together and insulate the wires. 12. Connect P2 (DB9) to the smart meter DB9. 13. Connect P1 DB25 connector to the back of the MDT. DO NOT over tighten the set screws.
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Page 17: Appendix C: Testing The Gprs Modem
APPENDIX C: TESTING THE GPRS MODEM 1. Connect the GPRS antenna to the SMA connector plug provided at the back of the Vector 530 unit.2 2. Connect the Vector to a Windows PC using a serial cable. 3. Bring up Windows HyperTerminal on a PC to interact with the GPRS modem module. - Page 18 • ATD1234 ; dial • ATA ; call answered • AT+CFUN=1 ; or other means to detach then reattach the ; unit from/to the network • AT+CPIN="1234" ; to enter a PIN • AT+CREG=1 ; to monitor registration Vector530UserManualVer122.doc - 18 - June 14, 2005...
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Page 19: Appendix D: Fcc Part 15 Compliance Statement
Appendix D: FCC Part 15 Compliance Statement FCC Part 15.19 Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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