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Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Notification 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. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction to MobilEyes™ ......................................... 1 Connecting the Unit Mounting and Placement ............................................... 2 Connecting Power ..................................................... 3 Wiring Instructions ..................................................... 3 Status Indicator Lights ..................................................... 4 GPS Antenna .................................................................
INTRODUCTION
Introduction to Mobile Eyes™ Thank you for purchasing Shadow Tracker™, the cornerstone of the MobilEyes™ vehicle tracking system from Advanced Tracking Technologies, Incorporated. MobilEyes™ is a unique hardware and software combination, used for the tracking needs of today’s mobile workforce. The Shadow Tracker™ Premier uses a stationary system of satellites placed around the globe in orbit by the Department of Defense (DOD).
Connecting the Unit Mounting and Placement The Premier mobile unit may be mounted in any desired location as long as the following conditions are met: ! The Shadow Tracker™ Premier mobile unit is not weather proof and therefore must be installed into the vehicles passenger cabin or any other location that is protected from moisture and extreme temperatures. ! The Shadow Tracker™ Premier mobile unit must not be mounted in direct sunlight.
Connecting Power Careful attention should be given when making connections to the GPS antenna and power connectors on the Shadow Tracker™ Premier mobile tracking unit to prevent damage to the connectors. The Shadow Tracker™ Premier unit uses the vehicle's electrical system for its power source. The unit connects to the vehicles electrical system using the included wiring harness part no. A-40266.
Status Indicator Lights Once power is properly connected the Power and GPS LED lights, located on the front panel of the Shadow Tracker™ Premier, will become illuminated. The Power LED will be red when the unit is receiving power. When the The GPS LED indicator will be green when satellite information is being acquired. The GPS LED will be red when no satellites are visible and the unit is unable to successfully track its position.
GPS Antenna An active GPS antenna is required, and must be connected to the Shadow Tracker™ Premier for GPS data collection to occur. Each Shadow Tracker™ Premier comes equipped with an active, external magneticmount GPS antenna. (An optional suction mount is also available.) The GPS antenna should be placed in a location that provides adequate reception of the GPS satellite signal. Upon initial power up, the unit may take up to 10 minutes to acquire the satellite signal.
Safety and Care Safety ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Do not place where spills can occur on the unit. Do not place the unit near a heating device. Do not place the unit in direct sunlight. Do not subject the unit to electrical shock. Do not pour liquid onto the unit. Do not apply any physical pressure to the unit. Do not place anything heavy on the unit. Do not leave any objects on top. Do not disassemble the unit or any of its components. Do not scratch, twist, hit, or push the surface of the LED.
Specifications and Features Shadow Tracker™ Premier at a glance Height .......................................................................................... 1.23 in. Width: .......................................................................................... 3.50 in. Length: .......................................................................................... 6.18 in. Weight: Shadow Tracker™ Premier ...................................................... 10.
TroubleShooting Problem Action Unit LED does not turn Red or Green. !Make sure the connection is made to the back of the Unit LED will not turn green. Unit is not receiving GPS signal. !Check antenna connection !Make sure the antenna cable is not crimped or cut . !Reposition the antenna. Although rare, time may appear distorted while a Shadow Tracker™ Premier is stationary for long periods of time. Data may appear as if the unit has wandered for short distances and/or brief periods of time.
Shadow Tracker™ Premier Hardware Manual Manual Number: M-21225 Revision: 7/01/2003
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