User's Manual Part 2
Chapter 3 Using the EkaNet System
Laptop Radio Version EkaNet Compatible?
GoBook MAX MC3 No
GoBook III 2.5 Yes
GoBook III MC3 Yes
GoBook XR-1 2.5 Yes
GoBook XR-1 MC3 Yes
About the EkaNet Components
The following components are a part of the optional EkaNet system. These components
need to be installed in the vehicle.
ID Item Description
1 EkaNet radio
Routes data received by the antenna to the laptop
running the Mobile Interface software, with EkaNet
software enabled.
2 Radio pouch
Secures the radio in the vehicle. The pouch connects to
the MC3 radio harness.
3 EkaNet antenna
Receives data from Eka-enabled endpoints in the field.
The antenna should be installed 4 feet away from the
main Mobile Collection RF antenna.
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Cables
A power cable from the Mobile Collection junction box
supplies the radio with power.
A serial cable from the radio to the laptop transfers
data.
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