User manual

GETTING STARTED
001-7100-100 Version 0 Page 17 of 66 Vanguard 3G User Manual CDMA Version
4. GETTING STARTED
4.1 Package Contents
 Vanguard 3G cellular modem
 Quick Start Guide
 Power cable and Fuse
 User Manual and Quick Start Guide on CD
 Mounting Bracket and Screws
4.2 Setup Requirements
 Vanguard 3G cellular modem
 Computer running any operating system
 9 to 28 Volt power supply
 Ethernet cable*
 Active cellular data account
 Cellular antenna with male TNC connector*
 Cellular Diversity Antenna (SMA Male) *
 GPS Antenna (SMA Male) *
 WiFi Antenna (RP-SMA Plug) * ( if applicable)
*These accessories are available from CalAmp.
4.3 Quick Start
4.3.1 Hardware Setup
Figure 7 - Vanguard 3G radio modem setup equipment
1. Connect the primary cellular antenna to the ANT connector on the front of the unit. For units
utilizing diversity, install RX Diversity antenna on SMA connector. Connect the GPS antenna
to the GPS connector. For units utilizing WiFi, connect the WiFi antenna to the WiFi connector.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable from the LAN connector of the Vanguard 3G unit to the PC. If
multiple PCs are being used, connect the Vanguard 3G unit to an Ethernet switch or hub
connected to the PCs.
3. Connect a power supply cable to the PWR connector of the Vanguard 3G unit. Do not power
the unit on yet.