PN: A. ParaDyme System Auxiliary Harness Installation Guide

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1 PN: A ParaDyme System Auxiliary Harness Installation Guide

2 LEGAL DISCLAIMER The manufacturer disclaims any liability for damage or injury that results from failure to follow the instructions and warnings set forth herein. Note: Read and follow ALL instructions in this manual carefully before installing or operating any external device. Note: Take careful note of the safety information in the Safety Information section of your ParaDyme System installation manual. Note: Do not connect or operate an external device that is not approved for use with the ParaDyme system. Contact your dealer for details. Note: Do not connect or use the Auxiliary Harness with any equipment other than the ParaDyme System Roof Module. Technical Support For technical support, contact your local dealer. 2 ParaDyme System

3 Overview Overview This guide describes the installation of the ParaDyme system optional Auxiliary Harness Part Number Read this guide and familiarize yourself with the system before you install and use the Auxiliary Harness. The ParaDyme system Auxiliary Harness connects the Roof Module to external devices such as a cell phone booster, weather station or USB thumb drive. The Auxiliary Harness is required for software upgrades using a USB thumb drive or when servicing the Roof Module. Figure 1 ParaDyme System Auxiliary Harness (PN: ) Table 1 ParaDyme System Auxiliary Harness (PN: ) Item ID Type Function 1. RM Aux. Deutsch DT06-12SB Connects the cable to the ParaDyme Roof Module 2. USB USB Female USB port for software uploads 3. Serial A Deutsch DTM04-4P Serial cable connection for serial device 4. Serial B Deutsch DTM04-4P Serial cable connection for future use 5. Power Out Deutsch DT06-2S 12Vdc power for accessories Note: To connect to SERIAL A or SERIAL B using a DE-9 connector you must first connect an adapter cable, PN Table 2 ParaDyme System Auxiliary Harness Pin-Outs Item Connector Pin 1 Pin 2 Pin 3 Pin 4 3. Serial A RS232 Rx RS232 Tx RS232 Gnd RS232 CTS 4. Serial B RS232 Rx RS232 Tx RS232 Gnd No connect 5. Power Out Power out Return Auxiliary Harness Installation Guide 3

4 Permanent Installation Procedure Permanent Installation Procedure The Auxiliary Harness can be permanently installed within the Roof Module for uses such as powering external devices such as a cell modem booster. The maximum power available is 1.8A. Do not connect high power devices that require more than 1.8A. (Refer to your device s documentation for power specifications.) It can also be temporarily connected for a variety of purposes as described in Temporary Connections and Uses on page Remove the Roof Module from the vehicle and place it on the work bench. Refer to your Hardware Installation Manual for safety requirements and information on removing the Roof Module. 2. Ensure your work area is clean and safe before you start any installation procedure. 3. Check the general working condition of the Roof Module. It should be fully functional. 4. Turn off your ParaDyme system and remove the Roof Module per your installation manual. 5. Remove all the long whip antennas from the Roof Module. 6. Place the Roof Module upside down on a flat bench. Place a wood spacer block under the Roof Module at each end to stabilize the unit and protect the GPS antennas from damage. See Figure 2. Figure 2 Roof Module Preparation for Auxiliary Harness Installation Roof Module Extrusion 4 ParaDyme System

5 Permanent Installation Procedure 7. Route the harness into the extrusion cable tunnel and secure using cable ties. Remove the plastic trim along the length of the extrusion as necessary to route the harness through the cable tunnel. See Figure 3. Figure 3 Route the Auxiliary Harness 8. Replace the plastic trim. See Figure 4. Figure 4 Auxiliary Harness Routed Across the Extrusion 9. Replace the antennas that were removed in Step 4. Tighten the antennas hand tight - do not use tools to tighten the antennas. Auxiliary Harness Installation Guide 5

6 Permanent Installation Procedure 10. Remove the dust cap or plug from the auxiliary connector under the GPS receiver. See Figure 5. Figure 5 Remove Dust Cap 11. Connect the 12 pin connector from the Auxiliary Harness to the 12 pin connector located under the left side of the Roof Module. Push until it clicks and locks in place. See Figure 6. Note: Do not force the connection. If the connector does not engage easily, confirm that the orientation is correct. The connector has two small key features that must be correctly aligned with two slots on the mating connector. To remove, squeeze the two side latches on the connector and pull the connector away from the Roof Module Connector. Figure 6 Power Connection 12. Connect your external device to the power connector (or one of the other connectors as needed). 13. Power up your ParaDyme system. 6 ParaDyme System

7 Temporary Connections and Uses Temporary Connections and Uses The Auxiliary Harness can also be temporarily connected to the Roof Module for a variety of uses as described in the following sections. Connection Procedure 1. You may connect the Auxiliary Harness to the Roof Module while it is installed on the vehicle roof if there is sufficient clearance under the Roof Module to install the connector. 2. Connect the 12 pin connector from the Auxiliary Harness to the 12 pin connector located under the left side of the Roof Module. Push until it clicks and locks in place. See Figure 6. Note: Do not force the connection. If the connector does not engage easily, confirm that the orientation is correct. The connector has two small key features that must be correctly aligned with two slots on the mating connector. To remove, squeeze the two side latches on the connector and pull the connector away from the Roof Module Connector. 3. Connect your device to the appropriate auxiliary cable connector. See Figure 1 to select the appropriate connector. USB: The USB connection is used primarily for upgrading the ParaDyme software using a USB thumb drive. A USB thumb drive may also be used to store data or to backup data. Refer to your ParaDyme system user manual for details. Serial: The Auxiliary Harness has two serial connectors labeled as Serial A and Serial B, allowing serial communication with up to two external devices. The serial connectors are 4-pin Deutsch DTM04-4P and require an adapter cable (PN ) for hookup to a normal DE-9 9-pin serial port. Power: The auxiliary harness has a 2-pin connector that provides 12Vdc power for powering external devices such as a cell modem booster. The maximum power available is 1.8A. Do not connect high power devices that require more than 1.8A. (Refer to your device s documentation for power specifications.) 4. When finished, power OFF the ParaDyme system and remove the Auxiliary Harness from the Roof Module. To remove the Auxiliary harness, press the two side latches on the connector and pull the connector away from the Roof Module. Store the Auxiliary Harness for future use. Note: If the Roof Module has a protective plug installed on the Auxiliary connector, re-install the plug on the Roof Module when the Auxiliary harness is not being used Auxiliary Harness Installation Guide 7

8 Connection Procedure 8 ParaDyme System