Installation Guide

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Mobile Collection Component Installation
The MC3 and MC4 families of Mobile Collectors are two versions of the Mobile Collection
system for electric, gas, water, and other providers. They offer advanced radio technology for
unsurpassed performance, along with a sophisticated mapping application utilizing GPS
technology that provides a visual indication of endpoint location. This section provides directions
on installing the components of the Mobile Collection system.
Pre-Installation Requirements
Before installing the Mobile Collection system components as outlined in this document, be sure
that the following pre-installation requirements are complete:
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The Mobile Collection vehicle is prepared following the information in the Vehicle
Preparation on page 10.
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If using the pedestal option, ensure that you have already ordered and installed the pedestal
base per the manufacturer's installation instructions for your vehicle.
Note: A variety of bases (not included in the Mobile Collection installation package) are available for use
with the connector to address specific characteristics of different vehicle makes and models. For details,
contact any of the following:
■ Gamber-Johnson at www.gamberjohnson.com
■ Havis Products at customers.havis.com
■ Ram Mounting Systems at www.rammount.com.
Itron has no liability or obligation due to an incorrect installation or any installation that does not follow the
procedures included in this document. Itron is also not liable for any third-party equipment installed by the
customer.
Caution: Itron strongly recommends disabling the passenger-side air bag when the
Mobile Collection system is installed. The force of the air bag deploying can damage
the laptop, radio, or other components of the system.
Danger! Install the Mobile Collection system in the vehicle as described in this
document and those listed above. Failure to do so could lead to injury or death from
unsecured components during a collision.
Mobile Collection Hardware Kit
Your Mobile Collection hardware kit arrives in a cardboard shipping box. The Mobile Collector
radio unit is packaged in a smaller reusable shipping box with foam inserts. You can save this
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