Product specifications

Vector Interface Box Reference Manual 5
Table 1-1 Terminal Strip Connections
Terminal Strip
Label
Wire Pairs Signal
1 Orange 1 pulse per second + (1 PPS +)
2 Black 1 pulse per second - (1 PPS -)
3 Yellow Primary GPS Port B transmit RS-422+
4 Black Primary GPS Port B transmit RS-422-
5 Brown Secondary GPS Port A transmit RS-232
6 Black Secondary GPS Port A receive RS-232
7 Green Primary GPS Port A transmit RS-422+
8 Black Primary GPS Port A transmit RS-422-
9 Blue Primary GPS Port A transmit RS-232
10 Black Primary GPS Port A receive RS-232
11 White Primary GPS Port B transmit RS-232
12 Black Signal Ground
Red Red Power input (8 to 40 VDC)
Black Black Power ground
Bare Bare Wire Drain for RF shielding
There are 5 output ports from the Vector Interface Box faceplate. These outlets enable the
connected Vector product to communicate with and display data to other auxiliary components.
Each terminal strip on the board is connected inline with the each adjacent terminal strip.
Therefore, you can access any of the Vector signals from any terminal strip since the sequence
of connections is the same for all strips. To establish the required connection with external
equipment, simply remove the bend relief coil from an output port, connect wiring to the
desired terminal strip outlet, feed the wire through the outlet and coil and reattach the coil to
securely fasten.
1.3 Routing and Securing the Cable
When choosing a route for cables connecting to the Vector Interface Box:
• Avoid running cables in areas of excessive heat
• Keep antenna cables away from corrosive chemicals
• Do not run the extension cable through door or window jams
• Keep the cable away from rotating machinery
• Do not bend excessively or crimp the extension cable
• Be careful not to apply tension to the cable
• Remove unwanted slack from the cable at the opposite end to the antenna
• Secure the cable route using plastic tie wraps
Warning – Improperly installed cables near machinery can be dangerous.