Discrete Wireless MARCUS Bedienungsanleitung

Version 2.4

MARCUS

Installation Gui

MARCUSRadio Module

NOTICE

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agreement.

TRADEMARKS

MARCUS



is a service mark of Discrete Wireless. All other trademarks and service

marks contained are the property of their respective owners.

2000-2002 Discrete Wireless

Discrete Wireless

950 E. Paces Ferry Road, Suite 1435

Atlanta, Georgia 30326

Customer Support: (404) 365-2080

Fax: (404) 365-9293

E-mail: customersupport@discretewireless.net

Contents

This manual covers the following:

1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Introduction to MARCUS 5

1.2 Overview 5

1.3 MARCUS Radio Module (MRM) Hardware 5

2 EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS

2.1 Recommended Tools 7

2.2 Recommended Supplies 7

3 ANTENNAS

3.1 General Overview 8

3.2 GPS Antenna 8

3.3 RF Antenna 9

3.4 Antenna and Hardware Types 9

4 RADIO MODULE INSTALLATION LOCATION 12

5 VEHICLE WIRING

5.1 To Connect Power 14

5.2 Using Wire Crimp 14

5.3 Placing Ground Wire 14

5.4 Power Specifications 15

6 AFTER INSTALLATION TESTING

6.1 In the Field 15

6.2 Over the Internet 15

7 TROUBLESHOOTING AN INSTALLATION

7.1 Troubleshooting Guide 16

7.2 Hyper Terminal / Field Laptop Setup 17

7.3 Hyper Terminal (Advanced Diagnostics) 19

8 APPENDIX A: LOADING NEW FIRMWARE 20

9 APPENDIX B: INSTALLATION OF THE MARCUS PTO/IDLE SENSOR 21

10 APPENDIX C: INSTALLATION INFORMATION SHEET 23

11 APPENDIX D: TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 24

12 APPENDIX E: TECHNICAL PICTURES OF MARCUS 26

List of Figures

1.2.1 MARCUS Radio Module

3.1.1 Installed Extended High Gain Antenna with Hole Mount

3.2.1 Trimble GPS Antenna

3.3.1 Installed Glass Mount Antenna with Glass Mount

3.4.1 Mirror Mount

3.4.2 Trunk Mount

3.4.3 SMA Connector

3.4.4 Hole Mount

3.4.5 Extended Antenna

3.4.6 Metro Antenna

3.4.7 Glass Mount Antenna

3.4.8 Covert Antenna

3.4.9 Dashboard image with an installed Covert Antenna underneath

4.1 Example Placement of MARCUS Radio Module underneath dashboard

4.2 Example Placement of MARCUS Radio Module inside dashboard

4.3 Vehicle Fuse box

4.4 Example of Proper wrap of extra wire

4.5 Image of installed MARCUS Radio Module just before dashboard is replaced

5.2.1 Proper use of in-line power crimp

5.3.1 Proper placement of electrical ground wire

7.2.1 Hyper Terminal “Connect To” Window

7.2.2 Hyper Terminal “Com1 Properties” Window

B.1 Schematic of the MARCUS PTO/IDLE Sensor

E.1 Front view of MARCUS Radio Module

E.2 MARCUS Radio Module

E.3 Rear view of MARCUS Radio Module

1.1 Introduction

This Operator’s Manual is designed to provide instructions in the operation of Discrete

Wireless, Inc. family of Advanced Generation wireless in-vehicle hardware MARCUS

Radio Module and software (MARCUSapplication) and Internet based Hosting

Services (DISCRETE Gateway). This manual provides a detailed description of the

MARCUSRadio Module with optional GPS board. This manual does not discuss the

DISCRETE Gateway.

Wireless Network: The MARCUSRadio Module is optimized to be utilized on the

Cingular Interactive Intelligent Wireless Data Network in the U.S. and other 900mhz

Mobitex based Packet Data Networks.

In addition, this manual describes how to install and operate MARCUSRadio Module.

1.2 Overview

The purpose of the MARCUSapplication is to track vehicles using a standard Internet

connection. The overall system consists of one or more mobile devices and the

DISCRETE Gateway. A tracking device can easily be attached to a vehicle. The

MARCUSRadio Module receives commands from the DISCRETE Gatewayto

monitor vehicle location using a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver. The

MARCUSRadio Module can also monitor operational status and can collect data from

an externally connected RS-232 device. All of this information is transferred to the

DISCRETE Gatewaythrough a wireless communication link. The DISCRETE

Gatewayis capable of controlling and monitoring multiple mobile devices. The

position data received from the mobile devices is transferred to the DISCRETE

Gatewaywhere it is displayed on a Geographical Information System (GIS) utilizing

mapping technology within the Internet-based on the MARCUSapplication.

1.3 MARCUS



Radio Module Hardware

The mobile devices are small, can be easily and quickly attached to a vehicle, and will

receive commands, provide GPS position data and status information to the DISCRETE

Gatewayvia a wireless network

The GPS and wireless communication modules require antennas. In addition, the

device is powered by an externally supplied power supply; vehicle power (10-15 volts).

The devices are capable of surviving and functioning while exposed to environmental

conditions (heat, humidity, dirt, rocks), minor power interruptions, vibration, and

shock that are common during vehicular travel.

The mobile devices consist of a sealed ABS plastic housing containing the electronic

components. This includes the radio modem, the GPS receiver, along with power

modules and support components. Also included, are the separate power connection

cable and GPS antenna with cables. A listing of all these components their size and

specification is given in Appendix B. The box enclosure exterior measurements and

weight for each MARCUSRadio Module is given below:

MARCUSRadio Module – 4” x 3” x 1.385,” weight 8 ounces, is shown below.

The MARCUSRadio Module has an operating temperature range of -30 degrees to +60

degrees centigrade, and operates in an extended temperature range of –30 degrees to

+75 degrees centigrade for a short period of time.

Internal mounting brackets are provided which secure the electronics inside the

enclosure. The box is black, and no part of the box will be less than one-eighth of an

inch (1/8) thick. Mounting channels have been designed along the perimeter of the box

that allows for an easy attachment to the vehicle.

The MARCUSfamily of devices uses a common suite of connectors among the devices.

The connector configuration is composed of dissimilar connectors to eliminate the

chance of an operator incorrectly wiring the unit. Four connectors make up the

connector configuration.

2. Equipment and Tools

The following is a general list of tools and supplies required for installation of the

MARCUS Radio Module.

2.1 Recommended Equipment

Voltmeter

12 Volt circuit tester

Screwdrivers (standard, Phillips, torx,

Hex)

Wire Strippers / Wire cutters

Coax stripper

Pliers

Razor knife

Portable Drill

Drill bits

¾ Hole Saw

Wire snake

Crimping tool

Upholster removal tool

Flash light

Socket set

9 Pin DB-9 Serial communication cable

2.2 Recommended Supplies

Electrical tape

Double sided tape

Velcro

Silicon sealant

5 amp fuses

fuse taps

ground terminals

Tie-Wraps

Grommets

Crimp connectors

Butt end connectors

Screws

18-gauge wire

3. Antennas

3.1 General Antenna Guidelines

The general guidelines for proper antenna

placement are the following:

3.2 GPS Antenna

As a general rule, the placement of the GPS antenna must have a clear view of a large portion

of the sky in order to be able to receive GPS satellite data. It is recommended that the GPS

antenna have a clear view of at least 40 % of the sky. Reception is shielded by metal, but the

antenna can be under such non-metallic materials such as plastic, fiberboard, glass, etc.

The GPS antenna should be a + 3.3V active

gain (+24dBm gain) antenna

3.3 RF Antenna

As a general rule, the placement of the

Radio Frequency (RF) antenna is as high as

possible. Windscreens, ladder racks, or

other radio transmission antennas should

not obstruct the antenna placement. The

antenna should be mounted in a vertical

position at all times. If there are other

radio antennas on the vehicle, position the

MARCUS RF transmission antenna at least

18 inches away. You should always refer

to the antenna manufacturer’s guidelines

that will be included with the antenna

packaging.

The RF antenna should be for the

frequency range of 890 to 960 Mhz.

The following antennas must be used with the

MARCUS Radio Module

3.4 Antenna and Hardware Types

MAXRAD

MMB34

3/4 hole Mirror Mount Bracket

Tessco Order Number 40425

Used to mount mobile antennas to side view mirrors on vehicles 3/4"

hole mirror mount bracket. Chrome.

MAXRAD

TGB34

3/4 hole L bracket for trunk mounting

Tessco Order number 79784

Bracket that can be mounted on the unexposed part of trunk lip. Trunk

groove L bracket, mounting bracket only, 3/4" hole. Chrome.

RF Industries

RSA-3000-C

SMA male connector for RG58 cable

Tessco Order Number 37467

SMA connectors are good up to 18 GHz.

MAXRAD

M-NC

3/4 Permanent hole mount w 17' cable no connector.

Tessco Order number 80834

Requires a SMA connector

MAXRAD permanent body mount for 3/4" hole. Includes 17 foot RG-

58A/U cable. Order desired connector separately.

Motorola-style mounts install in a 3/4" hole. Feature a 1-1/8"-18 thread

and nickel-plated brass nut.

MAXRAD

BMAX9155S

890-945 MHz spring base whip antenna 4 dB gain

Tessco Order Number 21495

Product Narrative: A complement to the popular line of BMAX base

antennas for the 900 MHz band. Specially designed for SMR and

Cellular systems in rural areas, this antenna provides high gain with a

special single phasing coil design.

Gain (db): 4

Maximum Power (Watts): 150

Whip Length (inches): 13”

Mount Type: Hole or Mag mount

MAXRAD

WMLPV800

Vertical Low Profile 2 dB gain antenna 800-960 MHz

Tessco Order number 10096

Product Narrative: The MLPV800 series has superior pattern coverage

for mobile and fixed applications using frequencies from 806 to 960.

The design provides broadband performance with minimum loss and no

tuning. Efficient radiator design with rugged solid brass construction.

Ground plane is required.

Gain (db): 1

Maximum Power (Watts): 150

Whip Length (inches): 2.5”

Whip Material (color): White or Black

Mount Type: Hole or Mag mount

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