User's Guide

Saucon Technologies IOTGTWY Page 6
Chapter 2: Installation
Mechanical Mounting
First, choose a location to mount the IOTGTWY within a certain distance of the
vehicle component to be controlled. It should be secure from tampering, dry, and
more than 12 inches (30 centimeters) from any occupant of the vehicle. Choose
a location, which provides for easy routing of wiring and access to power.
Obtain mounting screws (two are recommended) that are appropriate for the
surface on which you will mount the IOTGTWY Box. For example, one might use
6-32 self-tapping screws 5/8” in length to mount the unit in a truck to the wall of
the cab behind the passenger seat.
Connecting power
Saucon strongly recommends using a 3-amp fuse at the power source. Power
can be run from the 3-amp fuse to the IOTGTWY box. A good ground is also
required and should be run to the box. IOTGTWY has a very low power sleep
mode. To obtain maximum reporting Saucon recommends connecting power to a
non-switched (always on) power supply. As the device is only intended to be
installed in a vehicle, a vehicle battery is the only power source intended to be
used.
Preventing Electrostatic Discharge Damage:
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) is a discharge of stored static electricity that can
damage equipment and impair electrical circuitry. It occurs when electronic
components are improperly handled and can result in complete or intermittent
failures.
Following are guidelines for preventing ESD damage:
• Always use an ESD-preventive wrist or ankle strap and ensure that it
makes good skin contact.
• Connect the equipment end of the strap to an unpainted surface of the
chassis frame or another proper grounding point or surface. Attach it
to the inside bottom of the chassis or to the rear panel (inside or
outside) without making contact with any connectors.
• Avoid contact between equipment and clothing. The wrist or ankle
strap only protects the equipment from ESD voltages on the body;
ESD voltages on clothing can still cause damage.
• Handle printed circuit board by the edges only; avoid touching the
components, traces, or any connector pins.
• Place a removed card component side up on an antistatic surface or in
a static shielding bag.
• Do not remove the wrist or ankle strap until the installation is
complete.