Hardware Installation Guide Ranger 7-RNGR-04X Ver 5.4 Copyright © 2008 Mentor Engineering Inc. All rights reserved.
Table of Contents Safety & After-Market Equipment.........................................4 Qualified Installer................................................................5 Introduction........................................................................7 Cautions........................................................................8 Before You Begin.................................................................8 Parts List.......................................................................
Table of Contents 1) Internal Antennas......................................................26 2) External Antennas......................................................26 3) Cable Routing...........................................................27 4) Connectors................................................................28 Ranger Specs 7-RNGR-04X...............................................29 General Description.........................................................29 Standard Features..........
warning Failure to install the equipment as recommended could cause or contribute to an accident and result in damage to property or persons.
warning This product is to be installed by qualified installation personnel only. Incorrect installation may result in fire or contribute to an accident Qualified Installer This product is to be installed by qualified installation personnel only. The installer must be trained in industry best practices for this type of installation. The training would include but not be limited to: 1. The appropriate methods for installing cables such that: • The operation of the vehicle is not interfered with.
Qualified installer 2. The appropriate methods for mounting equipment in vehicles such that: • The safe operation of the vehicle is not interfered with. • The equipment is attached to the vehicle as securely as possible to minimize the risk of the equipment breaking free in an accident situation. • The installed device does not interfere with the deployment of air bags.
Introduction Mentor Ranger® v4.0 is a Windows CE fixed-mount computer for two-way wireless communication, electronic dispatching, invehicle navigation, and more. This Ranger Installation guide includes directions for successfully installing and interfacing a Ranger into a vehicle. Specific wiring and installation procedures may change from customer to customer and should be discussed prior to installation.
Before You Begin Cautions a) Carefully read the Installation Guide before installing this product. If anything is unclear please contact Mentor Engineering for support. b) E nsure that the NEGATIVE battery connection is disconnected before beginning work. Note: Some components may lose short-term memory (i.e. engine or transmission adaptive parameters, and radio presets) after a protracted time without battery power. c) R anger should be serviced by qualified, trained personnel only.
Ranger Overview
Parts List Please verify that you have everything that you need to complete the Ranger installation. NOTE: Not all parts are provided by Mentor.
Parts List Supplied (Optional) • Emergency switch Not Supplied • Zip Ties • Glued Heat Shrink • Tools as Required • Grommets • Loom • Fasteners 11
Mounting Locations Placement 1) E nsure that the driver’s view of the road will not be impacted. 2) E nsure that the equipment will not be in the path of any active airbags. 3) E nsure that the driver will still have access to all controls on the dash. 4) E nsure that the driver has a clear view of the terminal from the seated driving position. 5) E nsure that the terminal is within easy reach of the driver from the seated driving position.
Ranger Mounting Examples Examples of Suitable Mounting Locations Figure 1 Ranger Installed in an Orion II Bus Figure 2 Ranger Installed in a Ford E-Series Cutaway Figure 3 Ranger Installed in a Chevrolet 3500 Series Cutaway 13
Installing the Ranger Cover Plate SUPPLIES REQUIRED TO INSTALL COVER In order to install the Ranger Cover, the following items will be used. Most items are included in your shipment of Ranger equipment: Ranger Cover Plate 6mm hex head screw (Quantity 2) 2mm hex head screw (Quantity 2) Hex bit, for 2mm hex head screws 5/16” wrench (torque wrench preferred) ** **Not included Ranger Back View Step 1 Connect the Ranger power cable to the power input as shown. Use 2mm screws and fasten cover.
Installing the Ranger Cover Plate Step 2a Align the back cover plate with the Ranger as shown. Step 2b If there are external cables connected to the Ranger, ensure to thread the cables through the holes in the cover. The cables must be threaded in such a way that they are not pinched by the cover when fastened to the Ranger. Step 3 Secure the cover to the Ranger with the screws provided. This will require 6mm and 2mm hex head screws (2 of each).
Installing the Ranger Cover Plate Torque Settings There are a number of items that may need to be installed to a specific torque level. This includes the Main Cable Cover, Mounting Ball, RF Cable Cover and antennas. The following Table lists the recommended torque settings for installing these items. Over and under torquing can lead to product damage and/or failure. We recommend using a calibrated torque screwdriver for tightening all screws.
Wiring - Ranger Back View 17
Wiring - Ranger Back View 4-CAS-PIGTVEHCxx-xx Required Green (Ignition Sense, 12/24V, 2A fuse) 6 White (Odometer - typically not used) 7 Red (Vin, 12/24V, 3A fuse) 8 Black (Ground) 16 18
Connection Points 1) Splicing T-Taps are not a suitable form of splicing into existing cabling. All splices must be soldered and glued. Heat shrink must be used for protection. 2) Power Power connections should be made directly to the battery and fused as close to the battery as possible. Avoid using a cigarette lighter or “Power Point” receptacles as power sources. Mentor does not recommend wiring power directly to a vehicle kill switch because the Ranger will not power down correctly.
Connection Points It is highly preferable to find an ignition source that goes high only when the engine is actually on. If this source cannot be found, an ignition source that goes high only when the ignition is in the ON position is the next recommended source. a) Auxiliary Electrical Panel (Preferred) Many bus manufacturers will include an auxiliary electrical panel for interfacing peripheral devices. Below is an example of a common location in buses with a Ford chassis.
Connection Points Figure 7 Add-A-Circuit Installation 5) VSS (Vehicle Speed Sensor for Odometer Pulses) Many vehicles have a VSS point which provides a pulse train from the transmission. Vehicles that do not have a VSS point with adequate signal characteristics will require the installation of a transducer. It is the responsibility of the installer and customer to locate a VSS point or determine the appropriate location for a transducer.
Connection Points 6) Emergency Switch (optional) The emergency switch is usually installed somewhere that would allow for covert operation. This location needs to be chosen by the customer prior to the start of installation. Mentor will provide a switch if one is required. It is sometimes possible to use an existing switch already on the vehicle. Ranger 4.
Cabling 1) Routing a) Use caution when routing wires between the passenger and engine compartments to avoid chafing or pinching the wires. Use grommets over any exposed sharp edges and strain reliefs to keep wires in place. Seal all holes to prevent moisture intrusion. b) R oute and secure all under-hood wiring away from mechanical hazards such as exhaust manifolds and moving parts.
Cabling 3) Labeling It is important to always label cabling at connection points. This simplifies maintenance in the future. Using cables with consistent coloring will also make maintenance easier. 4) Connection Types Acceptable Connection Types a) Ring Terminals b) B utt Splices with Self Contained Solder and Shrink Tubing 2 3 1 4 3 1. Solder Sleeve 2. Crimp Splice (shown crimped) 3. Wire 4.
Cabling Unacceptable Connection Types a) T-Taps b) Spade Terminals c) Marrettes d) Blade Connectors e) Standard Butt Splices 5) Wire Types The following are the minimum specifications for hook-up wire that should be used during the installation process: a) Ranger Power and Ground 300V, 105°C PVC, 18AWG stranded b) I gnition 300V, 105°C PVC, 22AWG stranded c) O dometer Interface 300V, 105°C PVC, 22AWG stranded d) R anger Inputs (i.e. Emergency Input, etc.
Antennas 1) Internal antennas Ranger 4.0 contains celullar, WIFI, Bluetooth and GPS antennas. Cellular, WIFI and Bluetooth antennas are capable of transmitting. Ranger should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm (8”) between the radiator and the operator. The orientation and mounting location of Ranger4.0 can have an effect on antenna performace. To optimize GPS performace, mount the Ranger vertically with a clear view of the sky.
Antennas Groundplane style antennas are ideally mounted on the centre of a metal vehicle roof. Glass mount antennas should be mounted away from metal objects. When using an adhesive antenna, it is extremely important to make sure that the surface of the mounting location has been thoroughly cleaned. Use Isopropyl alcohol to clean the surface just before securing the adhesive pad. 3) Cable Routing he antenna cabling has a minimum inside bend radius of 2”.
Antennas CONNECTORS • R- SMA - The reverse SMA connector is used for WIFI and requires a 1N-M torque wrench to properly secure • QMA - The QMA connector is used for GPS and is a snap on version of the SMA connector 28
Ranger Specs 7-RNGR-04X General Description Mentor Ranger® v4 is a water resistant1,2 WinCE device that is equipped with color Touchscreen display, Compact Flash, smart card/magnetic card readers and USB host/device port. Application software can be custom-designed making it adaptable to a wide variety of applications. It has an optional internal wireless modem for HSPDA or EVDO networks.
Ranger Specs 7-RNGR-04X Compliance and Testing • FCC Class B Part 15 • IEC 60950 3rd Edition (2000) • ISO 7637-1 Load Dump Transient • MIL STD 810F: General Vibration • MIL STD 810F: Shock • IP54: Environmental, Dust and Water exposure 7 Optional Features • Taximeter • ISO 7811 Magnetic card reader/ISO 7816 Smart Card Reader (combined module) • Internal SD Card Socket (4GB max) • Internal Wireless Data Modems (HSDPA or EVDO or DSP Radio)3 • Handset and/or Handsfree Voice Calls Key Specifications • Sup
Ranger Specs 7-RNGR-02X • Operating Temperature Min -30o C Max 65o C • Storage Temperature Min -30o C Max 70o C • Size 8.25” x 2.0” x 5.75” 210mm x 57mm x 146 mm • Weight 2.0 lbs / 0.9 kg • 5% - 95% relative humidity non-condensing Foot Notes 1) Ranger is designed to be splash resistant. It’s not designed to be immersed in water. 2) Ranger may not be water resistant when some of the options are specified. 3) DSP Radio and Wireless Modem options cannot be specified at the same time.
Ranger Specs 7-RNGR-02X 8) USB 2.0 High Speed; One port is for maintenance only. NOTE: Mentor Engineering Inc. reserves the right to change circuitry and specifications without notice at any time. Please ensure you have the most recent revision of this document. NOTE: Operation at Temperatures outside the ranges is not recommended. NOTE: Only use Mentor Engineering approved cables for installation purposes. Refer to cable section of the Hardware Installation Manual for additional information.
Appendix A - Conformity 1) FCC Class B Part 15 This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference 2. This device must accept any interferenc recceived, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Appendix A - Conformity tion satisfaisante. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillage ra dioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
Appendix A - Conformity - 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. 2) I EC 60950 3rd Edition (2000) Safety of Information Technology Equipment 3) ISO 7637-1 Load Dump Transient Designed for ISO 7637-1 Load Dump Transient 4) MIL STD 810F: General Vibration Tested to MIL-STD-810F Vibration Test Method 514.5 Procedure I: General Vibration, Category 20 Ground Vehicles. 4.
Appendix B - RF Radiation Specs rf exposure This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20 cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Appendix C - Approvals 1) cdma/evDO - VOICE/DATA NETWORK CERTIFICATIONS FCC ID: RZ3RAN45728 IC ID:2234A-RAN45728 Approvals: FCC, IC 2) GSM/HSDPA FCC ID RZ3RAN48790 IC ID 2234A-RAN48790 Approvals: FCC, IC, PTCRB 3) WIFI/Bluetooth only - No cellular modem Contains Transmitter Module FCC ID: N7NMC8790 FCC ID RZ3RAN49110 IC ID 2234A-RAN49110 37
