User's Manual

Operations Manual

Sontheim_Telemetry_Verona_Gen 4_operations manual.docx Version of the Document: 2.1

7.5. General Implementation Instructions

Reliable operation cannot be guaranteed if samples or prototypes are used in series systems.

The proposed circuits do not imply any technical liability for the system on the part of Sontheim

Industrie Elektronik GmbH.

Incorrect connections could cause unexpected signals at the outputs of the ECU.

The ECU firmware/software must be installed and removed by Sontheim Industrie Elektronik

GmbH or the system integrator in order to uphold the warranty.

It is not permissible to open the ECU or to modify or repair the ECU. Modification or repairs to

the wiring could result in dangerous malfunctions. Repairs to the ECU may only be performed

by Sontheim Industrie Elektronik GmbH.

The Verona Gen 4 / COMhawk xt may not used for functional safety purpose.

When the electronics are not energized, no pins must be connected to a voltage source. Thus,

when the current supply is switched off, the supply for the electronics, the power outputs and

the external sensor supply have to be switched off together.

While commissioning, flashing and maintenance, the ECU and the machine/vehicle may pose

unforeseen hazards. Before commissioning the system, you must therefore ensure that the

vehicle and the vehicle or machine are in a safe condition.

Make sure that nobody is in the system or vehicle or machine‘s danger zone.

No defective or incorrectly functioning components may be used. If the components should fail

or demonstrate faulty operation, repairs must be performed immediately.

ECUs used to develop software may only be installed in series production machines if it can be

guaranteed that these controllers have not been flash programmed with new software more than

500 times. Controllers that have been programmed more than 500 times must not be installed

in series production machines!

7.6. Requirements on the Installation Point and Position

Do not install the ECU close to parts that generate considerable heat (e.g. exhaust).

Radio transmitting equipment and mobile telephones must not be used in the passenger or

driver‘s cab without a suitable antenna or near the control electronics.

A sufficiently large distance to radio transmitting systems must be maintained.

The ECU meets the ECE R 10 requirement for electromagnetic immunity and emissions.

All connectors must be unplugged from the electronics during electrical welding and painting

operations.

Cables/wires must be sealed individually to prevent water from entering the device.

The ECU must not be electrostatically charged, e.g. during painting operations.

Install the ECU in such a way that the electrical plug is not facing upwards. This ensures that

any condensation water that may form can flow out. Also, consider and protect the wiring

harness against water entry and especially in the area of the plugs.

Standing and permanently running water are not permitted anywhere near the circumferential

groove (lid/base connector) or the pressure balance element.

7.7. Notes on Transport and Storage

If the ECU is dropped, the controller must not be used any longer as invisible damage could

have a negative impact on reliability.