TracPhone V7 Replacement Instructions

Gps replacement

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TracPhone

V7 GPS Replacement Instructions

The following instructions explain how to replace the GPS in a

TracPhone V7.

IMPORTANT!

Be sure to avoid causing sharp bends in cables when securing or

routing cables in the following procedure. Sharp bends or kinks

in cables can degrade antenna performance.

IMPORTANT!

Be sure to trim the excess portion of any tie-wraps you install and

collect all tie-wrap trimmings from the antenna to avoid damage

when the unit rotates.

Tools Required

• #2 Phillips screwdriver

• Cutting pliers

For your own safety, be sure to disconnect power from all wired

components before performing this procedure.

54-0520 Rev. A

CAUTION

TracPhone V7

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Page 1 TracPhone V7 GPS Replacement Instructions TracPhone V7 GPS Replacement Instructions ® The following instructions explain how to replace the GPS in a TracPhone V7. IMPORTANT! Be sure to avoid causing sharp bends in cables when securing or routing cables in the following procedure. Sharp bends or kinks in cables can degrade antenna performance.
Page 2 TracPhone V7 GPS Replacement Instructions a. Turn off and unplug the modem and control unit. b. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, remove the #10-32 screws securing the radome to the baseplate. Carefully lift the radome straight up until clear of the antenna assembly and set it aside in a safe place.
Page 3 TracPhone V7 GPS Replacement Instructions e. Using cutting pliers, cut and remove the seven tie-wraps securing the GPS cable to the cable bundle. Figure 3 GPS Cable Tie-wraps Tie-wrap (x7) GPS Cable f. Cut and remove the tie-wrap securing the GPS cable to the reflector.
Page 4 TracPhone V7 GPS Replacement Instructions h. Extract the entire length of GPS cable up through the hole in the reflector. Figure 5 Extracting the GPS Cable Through the Reflector GPS Cable GPS Module Grasp the GPS module and pull it free from the reflector.
Page 5 TracPhone V7 GPS Replacement Instructions k. Feed the cable of the replacement GPS down through the hole in the reflector. Reinstall the rubber grommet to prevent abrasion from the metal edges of the hole in the reflector (see Figure 4 on page m.