Installation Manual InSight GLS 410 with EPM (External Power Module) LandStar Remote Antenna EPM Aluminum Roof Trailer Kit Number: IST1AL-M1 Description: IST GLS 410 EPM Land Star Aluminum Roof Version 0.2 March 19, 2010 SkyBitz, Inc. 22455 Davis Drive Suite 100 Sterling, VA 20164 Phone: 1-866-875-9248 Fax: 703-478-3301 www.skybitz.com Protected by U.S. Patent Nos. 5,955,986, 6,094,162, 6,154,171, 6,169,514, 6,243,648, 6,480,788, 6,560,536, 6,725,158, 7,010,066 and 7,020,190.
Table of Contents Table of Contents..................................................................... 2 Revision History ....................................................................... 3 Forward .................................................................................. 4 SkyBitz GLS 410 EPM System Configuration................................. 4 Introduction..........................................................................
Revision History Date 03/11/2010 03/19/2010 Change Initial Release Fixed GLS 400 references Author D Parks D Parks Installation Manual InSight GLS400 EPM Aluminum Roof Rev 0.1 0.
Forward The purpose of this manual is to provide the installer with the proper installation techniques required to install the SkyBitz GLS 410 Remote Antenna with EPM System.
the tethered status of the trailer and a secondary source of power to the Mobile Terminal (MT). This procedure covers the Installation of the SkyBitz GLS 410 Mobile Terminal (MT) and Remote Antenna (RAB) as well as the SkyBitz External Power Module (EPM). The Aluminum Roof Mounting Brackets (XTB) and the EPM get bonded to the inside front wall of the trailer with 3M VHB (Very High Bond) adhesive tape. The installation is hidden from view behind the interior front wall plywood.
Tools Required for Installation Drill Drill Bits, 7/16”, 13/16”, 5/32” Wire Cutters RTV silicone sealant 5/16 open end wrench 3/8” drive socket wrench set Fish Tape Measuring Tape Clean, lint-free towels or paper towels Medium Duty abrasive pad (Preferred Product - 3M Scotch-Brite) 70% Isopropyl Alcohol/water solution Parts List for Installation Components and Hardware Item MT RAB XTB PCS CPC EPM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Item Description Components SkyBitz Remote Antenna Mobile Terminal SkyBit
Configure the Mobile Terminal, EPM, and Bracket Assembly 1. Start by recording the GLS 410 Serial Number! 2. Begin by removing the GLS 410 I/O connector cap. Grasp the MT I/O connector cap by the lock ring and turn it counter-clockwise to unlock the cap. Pull the connector cap straight back from the MT I/O connector to remove it. 3. Carefully connect the EPM connector to the Mobile Terminal by aligning the connector key and pushing the EPM connector into the MT I/O connector.
Mounting Location of the Antenna, MT, and EPM Skybitz Component Location Guide The Remote Antenna is located on the exterior of an aluminum roof trailer. The antenna is positioned 12 to 15 inches from the nose (front) of the trailer. The antenna position from the roadside of the trailer is determined by the position of the protective roof liner strip inside the trailer. The Antenna must be located such that the cable penetration through the roof is an inch or two inside the edge of the roof liner.
Installation Environment CAUTION! • DO all installations in a clean, dry, and properly prepared environment. Temperature should be maintained above 32°F for a minimum of 30 minutes before and after installation! • DO NOT attempt to install the Remote Antenna in the rain or fog, or if signs of snow, ice or condensation are evident on the trailer roof. It is extremely important that the mounting surface be clean and dry prior to installing the unit. Installation of the Remote Antenna 1.
3. Wipe the Antenna mounting area clean with the alcohol solution. Ensure any dirt, films, oils, waxes, release agents, or other contaminants are removed from within the mounting areas. 4. Use the Scotch-Brite pad to abrade the area where the Antenna will make contact with the roof. Using a circular motion will increase the bonding of the primer and adhesive. A light abrasion of the surface will do the job as it is not necessary to completely remove all surface oxidation. 5.
10. Install a length of split loom over the length of antenna cable that rests on the protective roof liner and any place the cable transitions over a sharp edge as it’s routed down towards the GLS 410. Installation Procedure for the GLS 410 and EPM 1. Install the GLS 410 and EPM. The GLS 410 and EPM will be mounted in the wall behind the plywood in the same bay as the trailer 7-way connector.
4. Use the Scotch-Brite pad to abrade the area where the VHB tape will make contact with the wall. Using a circular motion will increase the bonding of the primer and adhesive. A light abrasion of the surface will do the job as it is not necessary to completely remove all surface oxidation. 5. Wipe the abraded surface down using the alcohol cleaning solution and a clean towel. Repeat the cleaning again with a new clean towel until the clean towels show no sign of any remaining contamination.
Installation Procedure for the 7 Way Power Connection 1. The EPM power cable will be routed into the trailer 7-way connector box such that the cable is not exposed to the exterior of the trailer. The Vanguard and Hyundai trailers have an access port into the trailer 7-way box from inside the trailer. The Great Dane trailer does not have an access port so an access hole will be drilled into the back of the 7-way connector box. 2.
5. Route the EPM cable between the spacers and through the grommet into the trailer 7-way box. Install a piece of split loom over the EPM cable where it goes into the grommet and anywhere it transitions over exposed metal edges. Secure the EPM cable to the trailer wall with the VHB tie mounts and cable ties. 6. Connect the EPM power cable ring lug terminals to the 7-way connections matching the colored markers to the trailer wire colors.
Installation Registration To view GLS data sent from the newly installed Mobile Terminal, it must be registered at the SkyBitz Data Center. To register your newly installed SkyBitz Mobile Terminal online please log on to SkyBitz InSight at https://insight.skybitz.com and follow the instructions under Configure Assets. You Mobile Terminal registration can also be forwarded by e-mail to customercare@SkyBitz.com, by fax to (703)-478-3301 or by calling SkyBitz Customer Support at 1-(866)-875-9248.
