AW12-EI, AC-EI User Manual and Installation Guide with AW12 USB Modem TM AW12 USB Modem FCC ID: 2AUZ8AW12HP AW12-EI, AC-EI
Page 2 Package Contents Cat 6a Ethernet Cable Power Cable (2 pin Molex - M8 Barrel) AW12 Modem FCC ID: 2AUZ8AW12HP AW12-EI/AC-EI USB-to-Ethernet Converter POE Converter Power Cable (4 pin Molex - pigtail) Car Adapter for AC Power AC Power Cord Vehicular Antenna USB-A to USB-C Cable with Thumbscrews Paddle antenna (3) GPS antenna Antennas may be in a separate box AC/DC Adapter with 4 pin Molex NOTE: You will also need a Philips screwdriver, and 5/16” open wrench.
Page 3 Installation Chose Your Installation Profile Vehicle Installation See Pages 4 through 12 Fixed Installation See Pages 13 through 21
Page 4 Vehicle Connection Overview Install Overview Fuse Panel Ignition Switch Accessory (switched) Battery (constant) + Power Management AC/ON Ground (black) AW12 GPS Ground Chassis Antenna Router Not to scale AW12-EI/AC-EI Ground Chassis - Battery (12V – 24V) Power/GPIO Cable (included) Page 5: Connect power cable from AW12 to AW12-EI/AC-EI Page 6: Connect data cable from AW12 to AW12EI/AC-EI Page 7: Connect antenna Page 8: Mount antenna on roof Page 9: Connect power Page 10: Connect et
Connect Power Cable AW12 to AW12-PC-EI AW12 USB Modem FCC ID: 2AUZ8AW12HP Page 5 Install the 2 Pin Molex power cable ensuring the 2 Pin Molex connector locks firmly into place and the barrel connector is hand tight.
Connect Data Cable AW12 to AW12-PC-EI Page 6 Install the USB cable as shown, ensuring the spacer is between the cable and the AW12 Modem and the thumbscrews on the Type C connector are tightly secured using a small flat head screwdriver.
Connecting Antennas to AW12 Antenna connection Page 7 Connect the GPS antenna to the GNSS port and connect the three LTE cables to the 3 LTE ports (PRI, B14, DIV). Tighten with 5/16" open end SMA torque wrench. Any of the 3 LTE cables can go to any LTE port on the AW12 Modem.
Mount Antenna on Vehicle Warning – provide 1 meter of separation from other antennas for best performance and maintain 20 cm (approximately 8 inches) distance from antenna to humans when antenna is transmitting Page 8
Connect Power to AW12-EI/AC-EI Fuse Panel Ignition Switch Accessory (switched) Battery (constant) Power/GPIO Cable (included) AW12-EI/AC-EI Ground (black) Ground Chassis - Battery (12V – 24V) Power Management AC/ON + Page 9 Ground Chassis AW12 The red and orange wires will be wired to the 12V positive connection of the power management block in the vehicle. If the vehicle does not have a power management system, please contact your support representative.
Connecting to a Router Router WAN Ethernet Cable Page 10 Use the Cat6a ethernet cable to connect the AW12-EI/AC-EI to the WAN port of the vehicle router.
Turn on and Check Connection Page 11 Light Indicator Guide Blue = Initialization Flashing Red = No data connection Solid Red = No SIM Flashing Green = Connecting Solid Green = Attached to network Turn the ignition (or AC Accessory option) ON for the vehicle. Plug in the 2 pin Molex. If the blue LED is not seen within 20 seconds after the ignition is switched on, shut off the ignition immediately. Please review the set-up sequence and restart the PC-EI again.
Connecting to Internet Page 12 You are now connected! To verify, open a web browser on a device that is connected to your router. Go to www.assured-wireless.com/beta for additional information. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact your FirstNet Sales Consultant.
Page 13 Connection Overview Install Overview Router WAN port Wall outlet AW12-EI/AC-EI Paddle antennas (3) AW12 GPS GPS antenna Not to scale Page 14: Connect power cable from AW12 to AW12-EI/AC-EI Page 15: Connect data cable from AW12 to AW12-EI/AC-EI Page 16: Connect antennas Page 17: Antenna notes Page 18: Connect power Page 19: Connect ethernet to router Page 20: Check LTE connection Page 21: Complete Setup
Connect Power Cable AW12 to AW12-PC-EI Page 14 Install the 2 Pin Molex power cable ensuring the 2 Pin Molex connector locks firmly into place and the barrel connector is hand tight.
Connect Data Cable AW12 to AW12-PC-EI Page 15 Install the USB cable as shown, ensuring the spacer is between the cable and the AW12 Modem and the thumbscrews on the Type C connector are tightly secured using a small flat head screwdriver.
Page 16 Connecting Antennas to AW12 Connect the Paddle antennas following the shown numerical 3 sequence: B14 GNSS port GPS antenna DIV 1 2 PRI NOTE: Once the PRI and the DIV antennas are assembled, rotate them away from each other to ensure you have enough clearance to install the B14 antenna. Then adjust the angles as shown. Warnings -Do NOT Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna other than as noted above -Do NOT increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Antenna Notes Page 17 The GPS antenna will ideally be positioned on a flat surface with a clear view of the southern sky. The unit will still function without a GPS signal however, some enhanced features may not be enabled. GPS antenna Provide 1 meter of separation between the AW12 and other wireless antennas for best performance. Moving the unit to an alternate location within your environment may enhance connectivity and throughput.
Connect Power to the AW12-PC-EI Wall outlet 4 pin Molex AC adaptor AW12-EI/AC-EI AW12 Page 18
Connecting to a Router Router WAN Ethernet Cable Page 19 Use the Cat6a ethernet cable to connect the PC-EI to the WAN port of the vehicle router.
Turn on and Check Connection Page 20 Light Indicator Guide Blue = Initialization Flashing Red = No data connection Solid Red = No SIM Flashing Green = Connecting Solid Green = Attached to network Plug in the AC adapter into the wall outlet. If the blue LED is not seen within 20 seconds after plugging in the AC adapter, unplug the AC adapter immediately. Please review the set-up sequence and restart the PC-EI again.
Connecting to Internet You are now connected! To verify, open a web browser on a device that is connected to your router. Go to www.assured-wireless.com/beta for additional information. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact your FirstNet Sales Consultant.
Antenna Warnings • Do NOT Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna other than as noted above • Do NOT increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Do NOT Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: Maintain 20 cm (approximately 8 inches) distance from antenna to humans when the AW12 is transmitting.
Notices Page 23 REGULATORY WARRANTY SAFETY AND PRIVACY This Guide contains safety, handling, disposal, regulatory, trademark, copyright, and software licensing information. Read all safety information below and operating instructions before using the AW12-PC-EI Bundle to avoid injury. FEDERAL COMMUNICATION COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Disclaimers and Privacy Notice Page 24 RECYCLING AND ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION To find information on Assured Wireless Corporation commitment to our environment and how to responsibly recycle Assured Wireless Corporation products, please visit assured-wireless.com. LIMITATION OF Assured Wireless Corporation LIABILITY The information contained in this guide is subject to change without notice and does not represent any commitment on the part of Assured Wireless Corporation or its affiliates.
