Installation Manual

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7 System Installation
7.1 General Rules and Best Practices
Please check on the following conditions before beginning any work. Differing
installations will void the warranty of Hexagon MineProtect systems:
▪ Installations may only be carried out by trained electricians.
▪ Only antennas supplied by Hexagon may be used.
Unless certified, installation and operation of HxGN MineProtect systems must be on the basis of
non-interference with existing equipment. When certified, installation and operation must be done
according to certification procedures in order to comply with official regulations and requirements.
Never connect Hexagon equipment to critical vehicle signal lines without prior
consultation and approval of the vehicle manufacturer and Hexagon’s approval.
Connecting the reverse signal to the CAS unit is compulsory in all vehicles that provide such
signal. But rather than connecting to critical signal lines use the connection to noncritical signals
such as reverse light, reverse buzzer and similar.
After installation, an appropriate entry should be made in the vehicle’s technical logs including
QC1000 serial number and the installed firmware version. A check should be performed in order
reinsure the installation’s quality and its accordance with the requirements. Special focus has to
be given that the mechanical or electrical performance of other vehicle’s systems (e.g. radio) is
not influenced by the CAS system.
Hexagon highly recommends establishing a “Radio Map”, containing all intentional transmitters
present on the mine and their respective operating frequencies. This map will help identifying
potential collisions between frequency ranges and avoid radio interference.
7.1.1 Installation
• The selected installation spot must be dry and reasonably free from dust.
• Install all components so that it does not interfere with any of the vehicles operations.
• A good installation spot provides enough space for the cables and their connectors.
• The mount surface should be flat in order to avoid mechanical stresses on the housing of
the QC1000
• The power cable needs to be connected directly to the battery contacts, bypassing the
ignition and the isolation switch. This is to ensure the CAS system keeps working even
when the vehicle is switched off or being serviced.
• Fuses is required in the power connection for both power and ground according to system
diagrams.
• Do not bend any cable further than its minimum bending radius.
• Cables need to be long enough to avoid tension. If the installed cable is under tension,
relocate the units or reroute the cable. If neither is possible replace the cable by a longer
one or use extension cables.
• Install the cables in a way (cable ties) allowing easy service and removal. Do not route
them over or under access doors or removable plates
7.1.2 Connection to Battery
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